Going Deep: What Should We Make of Russell Shepard?
by Ray Kuhn
So far this season, his fourth in the NFL, Russell Shepard has already eclipsed his career reception total. After going without a catch in his rookie season, Shepard had a combined seven catches in the next two seasons while spending the majority of his time on special teams.
Over the summer, especially prior to the beginning of training camp, quotes from coaches often don’t hold much value. One of the great skills of being a fantasy owner, is being able to differentiate news that has legitimate value from fluff. Shepard was one of the players Tampa Bay’s head coach, Dirk Koetter, praised as being in the wide receiver conversation for 2016.
Now, with the season ending injury to Vincent Jackson, opportunity has presented itself to Shepard and he took advantage of it last week.
Entering Tampa Bay’s game in San Francisco, there was speculation that Cecil Shorts would be replacing Jackson opposite Mike Evans. Adam Humphries has surprised so far this season, but that success has come out of the slot. After catching two of his three targets for 17 yards last week, Humphries has 22 catches for 233 yards and a touchdown through six games.
The Buccaneers appear committed to leaving Humphries in the slot, and Shorts was ultimately not targeted last week. That brings us to Shepard who was targeted eight times against the 49ers. After spending his first three seasons just about exclusively on special teams, Shepard capitalized on his new found role by catching five passes for 77 yards and a touchdown.
It is clear that Tampa Bay is going to continue throwing the ball downfield, and Evans (while he will continue to have success as a WR1), will also receive a great deal of opposing defense’s attention. And that will open up opportunities for Shepard.
This week’s match-up against Oakland and their leaky pass defense (along with their explosive offense) will feature lots of offense between teams, and plenty of opportunities for Shepard to put together a repeat performance.
Source: http://rotoprofessor.com/football/?p=13382
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world. Anyone can join. Anyone can contribute. Anyone can become informed about their world. "United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
LION'S MANE PRODUCT
Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules
Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, but it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.
Our Formula includes: Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity. Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins. Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system. Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome. Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function. Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules Today. Be 100% Satisfied or Receive a Full Money Back Guarantee. Order Yours Today by Following This Link.
| Visits: | 1,707,498,330 |
| Stories: | 8,447,922 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
