In the second part of our fantasy football analysis of the 2009 NFL Draft, here’s a look at the player drafted in the second half of the first round.
2009 NFL Draft – Fantasy Analysis Part 1
2009 NFL Draft – Fantasy Analysis Part 2
QB Josh Freeman, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Some experts were surprised that Freeman went so high in the draft but the Bucs loved his size and potential. That said, he’s a long-term project for Tampa Bay.
WR Jeremy Maclin, Philadelphia Eagles
For fantasy football purposes, Maclin fell into a perfect situation. The Eagles need wide receiver help and Maclin should be …read more

1. Michael Crabtree, Texas Tech
Entering the 2008 college football season, Michael Crabtree was a hot prospect. After another very good season, he’s the top wide receiving prospect in the 2009 NFL Draft. At Texas Tech, Crabtree was instrumental in turning their offense into a well-oiled machine.
2. Jeremy Maclin, Missouri
Following Jeremy Maclin’s amazing season at Missouri, he’s risen up into the top half of the first round of the draft. Maclin finished his 2008 campaign with 102 catches, 1260 yards and 13 touchdowns. As a possession receiver, he should be able to step in and play right away on the NFL …read more

1. James Laurinaitis, LB
Laurinaitis has all the tools to be a superstar linebacker in the NFL. While linebackers weren’t too common high in the 2008 NFL Draft, that could change in 2009.
2. Malcolm Jenkins, CB
Out of Ohio State like Laurinaitis, Jenkins has a chance to be a lockdown cornerback on the NFL level. He’s easily the best cornerback prospect right now.
3. Michael Oher, OT
Oher is a big, strong lineman who could be sturdy piece to build upon in the NFL. Oher is also the type of player who already has an NFL work ethic.
4. Percy Harvin, WR
Harvin doesn’t have great …read more