Fantasy Football 2013: Danny Amendola

Danny Amendola going to the Patriots is a very interesting off season move. Amendola has shown promise as a receiver, but has faced injury problems in his four NFL seasons. Amendola's number with the Rams are not spectacular, but neither was his quarterback (Sam Bradford).

Amendola averaged 60.54 yards a game last season, and about 6 catches a game. I am not very high on Sam Bradford, the Rams were only ranked 20th in the passing game. I believe a change in teams and quarterback will help Amendola. Amendola will now be with the Patriots, who posses the first ranked passing offense, as well as the first ranked total offense in the NFL. The Patriots have lost Wes Welker, this will certainly leave a gap in the offense that must be filled.

Wes Welker had 118 catches, 1354 yards, and 6 touchdowns. His departure leaves plenty of touches in the offense that must be replaced. Some are speculating that Rob Gronkowski's injuries are numerous and will delay his season start time. Aaron Hernandez is not going to absorb all the touches Welker leaves behind, so Amendola should be able to get the ball a healthy amount of times. If Gronkowski does see less field time. Amendola's touches could increase.

Amendola should be good for at least 1,000 yards receiving, 6 touchdowns, and 100 receptions. That is on the low end. He will be a top twenty receiver this year. There is also a chance he has an amazing year and is a top 5 receiver. He could put up over 180 fantasy points. This all hinges on his health, and how the Patriots offense chooses to distribute the ball this year. I will add to this article closer to the draft. Much of drafting Danny Amendola will depend on where people are drafting him in mock drafts, and how he is ranked and then perceived by drafters. If Amendola stays healthy he could definetly be an impressive piece of your fantasy team, and a number one receiver.