Week 1: Start 'em

WR Wes Welker, ---

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Welker had a career year last season with the Dolphins before being traded to the Patriots this past off-season to compliment New England's other acquisitions of big play WR's Randy Moss and Dante Stallworth. Going into week 1 Welker has been the healthiest of all the off-season acquisitions, giving him the most time to work with Brady and get comfortable with his new quarterback. Troy Brown was always Tom Brady's most trusted target and Welker is a Brown clone, so don't be surprised to see Brady to Welker whenever New England needs a big first down. Even though both Moss and Stallworth have missed time during the pre-season with injuries and won't be at full speed, the Jets will be focusing on stopping them, leaving Welker room to make plays, giving you one more reason why Welker will come up with a big week. If you're in leagues where receptions count, Welker will be even more valuable because while he might catch 5 or 6 balls in a game, he usually doesn't gain many yards on those catches. Look for 6 catches for 70 yards and just maybe a TD.

TE Jeremy Shockey, ---

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If you play in a league that doesn't have a TE but that does start a flex, Shockey is a great pick. As opposed to most other off-seasons, Shockey trained in New York with his teammates for a good part of it. Even though he was slightly banged up over training camp, none of the injuries were serious and Shockey looks primed for a big opening week vs. division rival Dallas. If the Giants have any chance of getting their offense going, they will have to get Shockey involved early and often. Getting Shockey involved in the offense early will only open up the field for the rest of New York's weapons and help Eli be able to spread the ball around. Shockey is a great flex start this week.

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