One of the most top heavy positions in fantasy football in 2009 is the tight end position. While there is talent at the top of the list, the talent is relatively shallow. Here is a look at the best of the best in 2009 fantasy football at the tight end position:
1. Tony Gonzalez, Atlanta Falcons
After being underrated the last few seasons in fantasy football, Tony Gonzalez is impossible to ignore right now. He’s on the Falcons now and could have another huge season.
2. Antonio Gates, San Diego Chargers
Even though Antonio Gates struggled with injuries and never seemed to be 100%, …read more

Brent Celek, Philadelphia Eagles
Brent Celek has quietly been one of the most productive tight ends in 2008 playoff fantasy football. Donovan McNabb likes to look for Celek, especially near the goal line. He’s a safe gamble to haul in at least a few passes this weekend.
Heath Miller, Pittsburgh Steelers
Although Heath Miller doesn’t always get the targets, he’s a talented tight end who is capable of having a big game. At different points in his career, he’s appeared to be on the brink of really breaking out. This weekend, he has a decent shot of scoring a touchdown.
Todd Heap, Baltimore Ravens
Not …read more

Entering the 2008 fantasy football season, it appeared as if tight end would be a position of depth. However, as we enter Week 3, it appears as if only three trustworthy tight ends remain. Here is our complete tight end ranking:
1) Jason Witten
2) Antonio Gates
3) Kellen Winslow
4) Tony Gonzalez
5) Jeremy Shockey
6) Tony Scheffler
7) Chris Cooley
8) L.J Smith
9) Owen Daniels
10) John Carlson
11) Dallas Clark
12) Heath Miller
13) Donald Lee
14) Todd Heap
15) Zach Miller
16) Benjamin Watson
17) Vernon Davis
18) Greg Olsen
19) Randy McMichael
20) Robert Royal

Antonio Gates – Coming off of an injury, Antonio Gates might need until midseason to be 100%.
Todd Heap – Speaking of injuries, Todd Heap is the walking injury bug. Simply can’t trust him.
Tony Scheffler – Very good talent but Tony Scheffler is still a work in progress as an NFL player.

Check out our first look at the 2008 fantasy football draft rankings. The rankings are seperated by position. While these are sure to change in the coming weeks and months, it’s great to get an early look and start planning your fantasy football strategy for 2008.

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Does Darren McFadden make the list?
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Tight end used to be a depleted position in fantasy football. Each year, there seemed to be only a couple quality tight ends. However, this year is different. There are about 15 legitimate tight end prospects, who could all conceivably have big seasons in 2008.
Here is our ranking of the top ten tight ends:
1. Antonio Gates – Gates remains the best tight end in the game.
2. Jason Witten – Great offense and huge potential in 2008.
3. Kellen Winslow – Amazing potential despite character concerns.
4. Tony Gonzalez – Old pro still bringing the stats.
5. Dallas Clark – If …read more