Top Five Projected NFL Wide Receivers in 2008

1. Randy Moss, New England Patriots

In 2007, Randy Moss surpassed all expectations placed before him when he signed with the New England Patriots. While playing for the Minnesota Vikings, quarterback Daunte Culpepper was erratic at best, and when he was on, Moss was unstoppable. With the Oakland Raiders, Moss never connected with any of the quarterbacks during his two-year tenure there. With Tom Brady as quarterback, Moss enjoyed his best season to date. It is unlikely that he can duplicate his achievements of 2007, but he is still the NFL's top wide receiver.

2007 stats- 98 receptions, 1493 yards, and 23 TD

projected 2008 stats- 94 receptions, 1488 yards, 18 TD

2. Reggie Wayne, Indianapolis Colts

It is no coincidence that the top two receivers play with the NFL's top two quarterbacks. With Marvin Harrison's nagging injuries in 2007, Reggie Wayne emerged as Peyton Manning's favorite target. Even prior to Harrison's injury, Wayne was becoming a go-to guy in Indianapolis. Wayne should improve upon his notable stats in 2007, including more end zone receptions. He has improved upon his individual statistics in each of the last three years.

2007 stats- 104 receptions, 1501 yards, 10 TD

2008 stats- 97 receptions, 1455 yards, 13 TD

3. Terrell Owens, Dallas Cowboys

After years of perpetual feuding with teammates and personnel, Terrell Owens finally seemed to settle down a bit in 2007. He even wept in a press conference following their playoff loss to the New York Giants as he defended the censured quarterback Tony Romo. Owens is still feast or famine, as he has been throughout his entire career. However, unless hampered by an injury, the man they call TO is one of the most productive wide receivers, and has been for over a decade. Expect him to be among the reception leaders in 2008, even at the age of 35.

2007 stats- 81 receptions, 1355 yards, 15 TD

2008 projected stats- 87 receptions, 1394 yards, 16 TD

4. Larry Fitzgerald, Arizona Cardinals