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Rookies: Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Wide Receivers | Tight Ends | Defensive Linemen | Linebackers | Defensive Backs
Every season, a handful of rookies make a big splash in the NFL and make for solid fantasy contributors. Both offensive and defensive rookies fall into this category, so let’s take a look at some of the candidates on the defensive side that could be solid fantasy starters (or backups) in 2009.
Connor Barwin (DE – Houston): The very versatile defender from Cincinnati will have a shot at real playing time opposite Super Mario for the Texans. If incumbent starter Antonio Smith were to go down with an injury, Barwin’s stock would jump. Still, he might be worth keeping your eye on.
Everette Brown (DE – Carolina): This season’s crop of rookie defensive linemen is actually pretty deep. Brown is another DE who will see significant time at a spot opposite an established stud, which could give the rookie plenty of opportunities. In this case, Brown will see playing time behind the veteran Tyler Brayton and now-or-never youngster Charles Johnson.
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