Musa Smith, RB, Baltimore Ravens (Week 5)

Accomplishments - Smith had to compete for playing time once again for the Ravens, as he was behind RB Jamal Lewis and relegated to third down specialist. Baltimore even brought in Mike Anderson from Denver, lowering his production. Smith shined in the preseason, showing no ill effects from a compound leg fracture that nearly ended his career back in 2004. He was sidelined for the rest of the 2006 season after injuring his neck in Week 13.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Musa Smith had 20 touches for 102 yards in the first four weeks in relief of Jamal Lewis. Smith showed good speed and power early this season. He is an intriguing player, as he is without a contract for 2007 and Baltimore may not be looking at Lewis as their primary ball carrier for next season.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - As an unrestricted free agent, Smith could be playing virtually anywhere in 2007. Should he show no ill effects from his most recent injury, he could prove to be a very interesting and valuable sleeper running back going forward.

Demetrius Williams, WR, Baltimore Ravens (Weeks 11, 17)

Accomplishments - Williams was drafted early on Day 2 of the 2006 NFL Draft as a part of the wave of good talent in Round 4 to go off the board. He served as the #3 WR for the Ravens this year and stretched the field for possession receivers Derrick Mason and Mark Clayton. Williams caught only 22 of his 45 targets, but averaged 18 yards per catch with two long touchdowns.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Williams had his biggest game so far in Week 10, which caught our watchful eye as he snared 4 of 6 targets for 75 yards on the road against Tennessee. He had finally cracked the lineup to move into the clear deep threat and third option at wide receiver for the Ravens, and continues to improve in the Baltimore offense. Williams did not disappoint the rest of the year with 11 catches, both touchdowns, and his only 100 yard game of the year coming after his first Dynasty Watch appearance.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - The Ravens needed Williams to stretch defenses in 2006, and his production as a rookie was quite good. With Derrick Mason falling somewhat out of favor and at a steep price tag, Williams could move into the starting lineup opposite of new favorite target Mark Clayton by 2008 or possibly even next year.

Dawan Landry, SS, Baltimore Ravens (Week 11)

Accomplishments - Dawan had an excellent rookie season for a 5th round draft pick, starting 14 games for the Ravens and finishing with 48 tackles, 21 assists, 3 sacks, 5 INTs, 11 PDs and a TD. Against the Patriots last week he had 2 solo tackles and 1 assist.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - On a team with so many solid IDP players, it's nice to find a young prospect that has tons of upside. Landry is that guy. He's the kind of DB who will use a lot of different ways, and will continue to learn from some of the best defensive players in the league.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - A little more consistency and Landry is an every week starter. He has the right mix of tackles, sacks and interceptions that you want from a DB and his 11 PDs shows you that he can be a ball hawk. Landry has great upside for the long haul and should blossom into a solid IDP player by this time next year.

Skyler Green, WR, Dallas Cowboys (Now Cincinnati Bengals) (Week 9)

Accomplishments - Green was a 4th round pick from the Cowboys this season and was used primarily on kick returns. He was cut, re-signed and then cut again by the Cowboys before eventually landing on the Bengals' roster in late December. He posted 26 punt return yards and 59 kick returns during his time in Dallas and did not post any stats as a Bengal.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - In Dallas, with all of the T.O. controversy, Green looked like a pick for the long term. Now he's just taking up roster space until Kelley Washington returns.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Green might get a fresh start with another team and turn things around. For now, he's not worth holding on your fantasy roster, even in the deepest league.

Tyson Thompson, RB, Dallas Cowboys (Week 5)

Accomplishments - Thompson was used mainly on kick returns and saw occasional spot duty as a change-of-pace back. He finished the season with just 30 yards rushing and 1 TD, and averaged 26 yards per kick return (546 total) before an ankle injury ended his season in early November.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Tyson is a local kid who the fans love to death. He's lightning fast and has good kick return skills. Early in the season, the Cowboy backfield was up for grabs. Now, with Jones and Barber a firm RBBC, Thompson is the odd man out.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Thompson is under contract through the 2007 season, so he should be back next year for the Cowboys. However, the one-two punch of J.J. and MBIII will mean that Thompson won't see many carries unless someone gets hurt. He'll have value in leagues that award kick return yards, but rookie WR Mike Austin might cut into that time as well.

Anthony Henry, CB, Dallas Cowboys (Week 9)

Accomplishments - Henry had a career year this season for the Cowboys. During the regular season, he led the team with 73 solo tackles. He also had eight assists, 2 INTs and 25 PDs In the Seattle game he had just 1 solo tackle but had a nice interception early that eventually allowed the Cowboys to tie the game at 3.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Henry had a great season for the Cowboys, and finished really strong from an IDP standpoint the final five games of the season (23 tackles, 1 assist, 1 INT, 6 PDs). He is set to have a solid season for 2007 and beyond.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Henry is poised for another solid IDP season for the Cowboys in 2007. With Aaron Glenn finishing his 13th season, he should probably retire or see a significant dip in his production. Henry will be there to pick up the slack. He's a solid DB who is probably a backup/spot starter in most leagues.

Damon Huard, QB, Kansas City Chiefs (Week 2)

Accomplishments - Huard stepped in as the Kansas City quarterback when Trent Green suffered a concussion that sidelined him for most of the 2006 season. Huard entered in Week 2 and started until Week 10, posting solid numbers (148-244-1878-11-1) and the second highest QB rating in the NFL this season.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Whenever a starting quarterback goes down, his replacement warrants immediate consideration. Huard played well for the Chiefs, and with uncertainty about the future of the Kansas City offense, Huard may get another chance in 2007 to be the starter.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Huard's contract expired along the Chiefs season, but with his knowledge of the Kansas City playbook and Trent Green's big contract number, Huard could easily be back in a Chiefs uniform this fall. Huard may have opportunities elsewhere to go in and compete for the starter role, but given his age (he turns 34 this July) and the number of young prospects around the league his best chance may be to hold the position until Brodie Croyle is ready to take over.

Kris Wilson, TE/FB, Kansas City Chiefs (Weeks 8, 10)

Accomplishments - Kris Wilson played more as a fullback than at his natural position of tight end for the Chiefs this season, but still was able to contribute in the passing game. Wilson caught 15 passes for 132 yards and three touchdowns, but he never caught more than two passes or gained over 30 yards in a game this year.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Kansas City has always liked bigger targets at both the TE and RB position, and the loss of FB Ronnie Cruz in October opened the door for Wilson to see more playing time. The Chiefs moved Wilson to fullback for the balance of 2006, affording him chances to contribute to the offense.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Wilson's future prospects changed significantly when Pro Bowl TE Tony Gonzalez decided not to test the open market and sign a long term contract with the Chiefs. Wilson still has value, but it is greatly diminished as Gonzalez will take away most of his chances to run routes from the TE position.

Rod Gardner, WR, Kansas City Chiefs (Week 2)

Accomplishments -.Gardner was signed by KC to help bolster their WR corps. He never really had an impact for the Chiefs and finished the regular season with only two catches for 17 yards. He did see the field during the playoffs but did not post any statistics.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Gardner has turned into an official bust and the fact that he remains #4 on the depth chart of a team that is starved for wide receiver talent speaks volumes as to how far Gardner has fallen.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Gardner was the 15th overall pick back in 2001. In his second season, he barely cracked the 1000 yard mark and has been on a steady decline ever since. KC is his third and probably last team for his NFL career.

Keyaron Fox, LB, Kansas City Chiefs (Week 14)

Accomplishments -.Keyaron Fox finished his third season with his best statistics to date: 44 Solo tackles, eight assists and one sack. He posted three solo tackles and 1 assist in the playoff loss to Indianapolis.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Fox started four games for the Chiefs this season, and posted respectable numbers during those outings: 28 solo tackles, eight assists and one sack. He battled Kendrell Bell for the starting job for most of the season and finished with better stats than Bell for the year.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Bell has underachieved in his time with the Chiefs, and his fat contract makes him a salary cap liability for the 2007 season. Fox is entering a contract year for 2007 and if he can win the starting job, he should post very solid numbers next year.

Leon Washington, RB, New York Jets (Week 4)

Accomplishments - The rookie RB from Florida State led all Jets in rushing for 2006, but that spoke more about the New York running game than for Washington's abilities. He led all Jets with just 650 rushing yards on 151 carries (a 4.3 yard average), finding the end zone four times. Washington had two games where he topped the century mark (Week 5 at Jacksonville and Week 7 against Detroit), which just so happened to be the only games where he had 20 or more carries. Washington also added 25 receptions for 270 more yards, once again leading all RBs.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - None of the Jets running backs had shown much in the first few weeks, and Washington seemed to be poised to get a chance to display his talents. Dynasty Watch forecasted that one well, as after Washington's profile in Week 4 he ran for over 100 yards in two of the next three weeks and became the leading RB for the Jets in 2006.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - It still remains to be seen whether the Jets will bring in another running back for 2007 to either compete for playing time or possibly even take over in the backfield. Washington should definitely be safe to make the team, as would any rookie RB that led his team in rushing, but his future production and number of touches remains in question. Washington should see the field enough in 2007 to be kept as a prospect going forward at the minimum, and any back that has two 100+ yard games on his resume and is under 25 should be on any Dynasty League owner's radar.

Cedric Houston, RB, New York Jets (Week 12)

Accomplishments - Cedric Houston injured his knee early in 2006, limiting him to just two games until Week 11. Houston averaged over 50 yards in his final six games of the season, which included four touchdowns. Week 13 at Green Bay was his highlight as he broke 100 yards on 22 carries and scored twice.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - The Jets don't have a clear plan going forward as to how to address their running back situation. Houston was given a solid chance to contribute once he returned in the second half of the season, and fantasy owners who either had him stashed away or picked him up off of the waiver wire were rewarded with decent production.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - The only RB that seems guaranteed to come back for the Jets next year is rookie Leon Washington. Houston may have to fight off another veteran brought in to camp, a rookie from draft day, or possibly both. He could have value entering next year, but he is far from a sure thing.

Brad Smith, WR, New York Jets (Week 14)

Accomplishments - The rookie was drafted in the fourth round and converted from QB to WR in Jets training camp, and Smith responded well to the transition. He finished his first year with 18 carries for 103 yards in addition to nine catches and 61 more yards as a receiver.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - The Jets drafted the rookie from Missouri for his athleticism, and his versatility and playmaking abilities were apparent in the latter half of the 2006 season. Smith was used as a "slash" type WR, motioning at times to go under center or receive a direct snap. His speed and flexibility made defenses aware of Smith and account for him whenever he was on the field.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - New York has two solid starting WRs in Jerricho Cotchery and Laveranues Coles, but Coles has made comments to the effect that there is a possibility that he may not be back for the Jets next season. Even if both starters return, the Jets are unlikely to keep Tim Dwight or Justin McCareins, so the third receiver spot should be open for Brad Smith.

Carlos Emmons, Reggie Torbor, Brandon Short, LBs, New York Giants (Week 8)

Accomplishments - The NYG LB corps was decimated with injuries this season. These three guys were used at different points throughout the season with mixed results. Emmons finished the regular season with 49 solo tackles, 13 assists and one sack. Torbor finished the regular season with 22 solo tackles, 11 assists and one sack. Short had 38 solo tackles, seven assists and 2 sacks. In their playoff loss to Philadelphia, Short had five solo tackles and Torbor had just one tackle and one assist.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - When we wrote up these guys back in week 8, the hope was that one of them would emerge as the clear fantasy starter. Instead, they all had up and down games for the rest of the way. If you guessed right on when to start them, you were probably very happy. If not, you probably pulled your hair out because it was feast or famine in most cases.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Short and Torbor are both free agents but could return given the big need that the Giants have on defense. LaVar Arrington and Antonio Pierce further complicate the mix. The biggest piece to the NYG defensive puzzle has yet to be determined: the new defensive coordinator. Tim Lewis was fired on the 12th and although Head Coach Tom Coughlin was retained, a new DC could mean new focus and new players. Sit tight and watch how the early offseason unfolds to determine how to approach the entire NYG defense.

A.J. Feeley, QB, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 12)

Accomplishments - Not much this season. Feeley returned to Philadelphia after stints in Miami and San Diego the past two seasons, but he never was higher than second on the depth chart even after Donovan McNabb's injury.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - After McNabb was lost for the season, many wondered if HC Andy Reid would bypass Jeff Garcia and go to the former Eagle. Feeley never saw the field as Garcia stepped into the starter job and proceeded to lead the Eagles on a remarkable and improbable run to the playoffs.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Feeley's future as an Eagle hinges upon both McNabb and Jeff Garcia. If Garcia departs for greener pastures to be a starter one last time, Feeley moves up a rung towards the starter role. If McNabb gets injured or suffers a setback in his timetable to return for next season (he should not miss time for 2007 at the current pace), Feeley could find himself as the #1 QB for Philadelphia.

Correll Buckhalter, RB, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 17)

Accomplishments - Buckhalter returned to the Eagles in 2006 after suffering major injuries and missing the better parts of three of the past four seasons. He served as Brian Westbrook's understudy, gaining 345 yards on 83 carries and adding 256 more yards on 24 catches. "C-Buck" also celebrated three touchdowns in the regular season.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Philadelphia had rediscovered a balanced offense, rushing the ball nearly 50% of the time in December as HC Andy Reid and OC Marty Mornhinweg achieved a balance in the offensive play calling. Buckhalter represented the "two" of the one-two punch in the Eagles backfield that included Westbrook as the primary back.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Buckhalter has a history of scoring touchdowns, as he found the end zone nine times in 2003. Should the Eagles keep him as the second back for next year, he would represent a good value and a huge one to Westbrook owners. There still exists a risk to obtaining Buckhalter, as Philadelphia may bring in either a veteran or draft a rookie (or both) before September, but at this point Buckhalter has a lot of upside and little downside risk.

Hank Baskett, WR, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 5)

Accomplishments - Baskett was slated to be the #2 WR entering the season but was then demoted to third once WR Donte Stallworth was acquired from New Orleans. Even with limited playing time, Baskett made the most of his opportunities, catching 22 balls for 464 yards and two touchdowns in his rookie campaign.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Hank Baskett was a little known WR from New Mexico and went undrafted, then was traded for by Philadelphia before the season started, and then finally got his chance to start once Donte Stallworth had hamstring problems. Baskett scored his first career touchdown and topped 100 yards just a few days after first appearing in the Dynasty Watch.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - The Eagles like Baskett's talent and ability, and with the potential loss of Donte Stallworth to free agency the door could swing open for Baskett to challenge once again for a starting position. Both he and fellow rookie WR Jason Avant could elevate to starter status, but look for Philadelphia to make a strong push to retain Stallworth to start opposite Reggie Brown.

Jason Avant, WR, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 5)

Accomplishments - The fourth rounder from Michigan saw little playing time in his first season as he was relegated to the #5 option behind starters Donte Stallworth and Reggie Brown, followed by veteran Greg Lewis and fellow rookie Hank Baskett. Avant had just three catches on the season until the final game of the year in which many starters rested.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - To Avant's credit, he took the final game of the season against the Falcons as an opportunity to showcase what he could do and why the Eagles chose him early on Day 2 of the 2006 NFL Draft. Avant caught four passes for 40 yards, including his first career touchdown.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - The Eagles like Avant's size and quickness, and with the potential loss of Donte Stallworth to free agency the door could swing open for him to make a push at a starting position. Both he and fellow rookie WR Hank Baskett could elevate to starter status, but look for Philadelphia to make a strong push to retain Stallworth to start opposite Reggie Brown.

Matt McCoy, LB, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 2)

Accomplishments - McCoy started his second season as the starting weakside linebacker for the Eagles, and he accumulated decent statistics (66 tackles, 2 sacks, 3 forced fumbles and 2 passes defensed), but he was unable to remain the starter for the entire season. Rookie LB Omar Gaither replaced McCoy as the starter for the final five games of 2006 and for both playoff games.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - McCoy was a starting linebacker and relatively unknown. He was also in a position where he could accumulate good numbers at the "Will" in DC Jim Johnson's aggressive defense. Unfortunately for the Eagles and McCoy, his size was a big limitation (5'11", 230 lbs.) And he had to be replaced as the starter.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Rookie Omar Gaither is the starter on the depth chart right now, and that looks to remain unchanged for 2007. McCoy would need to add bulk and strength in order to try to remain and Eagle, but his prospects at being a starter are slim. Barring and injury, McCoy's opportunity to play with the first unit may be over.

Shawn Barber, LB, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 3)

Accomplishments - Barber did little all season for the Eagles, which is remarkable as they started two young LBs (Matt McCoy, Omar Gaither) and needed help on defense. Barber had 49 tackles in 2006, but 33 of those came in the first five weeks of the season. Most of his other statistics (one fumble recovery, five of his nine pass defenses) for the year also occurred in the same short time frame

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Barber led the Eagles in tackles in Week 2 of the season, collecting nine against the Giants. He added 10 more the next week against San Francisco. He was playing well until Week 6 when a neck injury took him out of the game and rookie LB Omar Gaither stepped into the limelight.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Barber is 32 years old and time is catching up with him. He did not start the season as the starter for the Eagles, but played enough to contribute and make a lot of plays. He could latch on with Philadelphia or another franchise, but his better days and production are behind him.

Sean Considine, SS, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 9)

Accomplishments - Considine started at strong safety for the struggling Michael Lewis, and his numbers proved to be solid out of the gate. Considine had 13 tackles and a fumble recovery in his first two starts prior to the Eagles' bye week, then building upon that performance to finish 2006 with 99 tackles including 13 in two playoff games.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - The Eagles struggled with their defense all year, and while Michael Lewis was once a Pro Bowler, he became a liability in pass coverage this season. Considine was given the chance to show what he could do as the Eagles needed to make a decision about Lewis' expiring contract.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Michael Lewis has more than likely played his final game in Midnight Green, as he will enter the free agent market this offseason Considine needs to improve to continue to be on the first string and on the field for the Eagles, as he often went for big hits and missed key tackles that did not go unnoticed by Philadelphia fans. Considine has gone on record that he needs to increase his size by August, as he was forced to play at less than 200 pounds and could not work out as much as he would have liked due to his shoulder surgery last year. The Eagles seem content to leave him listed as the starter for next season, but do not be surprised if he is challenged for playing time in 2007.

Omar Gaither, LB, Philadelphia Eagles (Week 14)

Accomplishments - Gaither earned a starting role for the Eagles in Week 12, replacing fellow rookie Matt McCoy at weakside linebacker. The rookie showed a lot of promise by racking up 45 tackles, one sack and one interception in the final five regular-season games. He added 13 more tackles in two postseason performances against the Giants and the Saints.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - The "Will" LB collects good statistics in Jim Johnson's defensive scheme in Philadelphia, and Gaither played admirably down the stretch. Granted many teams were running at the linebackers this season as the Eagles struggled against the run, but Gaither's performances gathered enough attention from the coaching staff to have his name penciled in to start next season.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Gaither will likely be the WLB for the Eagles in September, as Philadelphia will be focused on replacing Dhani Jones on the strong side and also bolstering depth behind a rapidly aging Jeremiah Trotter in the middle. Gaither could be the leader of the LB corps come 2008 and the elder statesman of the trio by that point.

Seneca Wallace, QB, Seattle Seahawks (Week 8)

Accomplishments - Wallace was thrust into the starting role for an injured Matt Hasselbeck in Week 7. He performed well in relief, starting five games with solid numbers (82-141-927-8-7). Wallace also contributed on the ground (12 carries for 122 yards) and also as a wide receiver when asked, catching one pass for six yards in the Seahawks' Wild Card playoff game. Wallace went 2-2 as the starting QB for Seattle.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - With the loss of Hasselbeck, Wallace became the starter for the defending NFC Champions. The inexperienced QB did well with his chance to show what he could do as a signal caller, going 2-2 as a starter. He showed flashes of solid play, throwing both the deep ball and also moving the offense down the field on multiple drives with both his arm and his mobility around and out of the pocket.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Wallace quietly signed a contract extension before the 2006 season began, a two year deal that boosted his salary above the league minimums. The price tag may not prohibit other teams from inquiring about his services, and Wallace could be traded this offseason Regardless of where the 26 year old plays next season, Wallace is a serviceable #2 QB and could have upside down the road.

Mack Strong, RB, Seattle Seahawks (Week 4)

Accomplishments - Strong became a viable running back option once starter Shaun Alexander succumbed to a foot injury. Strong finished with just 33 carries for 149 yards and one touchdown along with 29 catches for 159 additional yards.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Strong became a viable running back option once starter Shaun Alexander succumbed to a foot injury. His value diminished quickly, however, as Maurice Morris stepped into the role and filled in admirably in Alexander's absence.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Strong has played in the NFL since 1994, and he is seriously contemplating retirement. He has no value beyond 2006.

Marquis Weeks, RB, Seattle Seahawks (Week 6)

Accomplishments - Weeks barely had a chance with the ball, collecting just eight yards on three carries in Week 4 against the Bears. Weeks was activated from the practice squad after Shaun Alexander's foot injury and played predominantly on special teams all season.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Weeks was one injury away from being the starting running back for Seattle, as they were rather shorthanded with Shaun Alexander sidelined. Maurice Morris and Mack Strong were the only viable running backs ahead of him, and Strong works predominantly as a fullback. It seemed rather probable that Weeks could get a shot at the starter job if Morris faltered or got injured.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Weeks is a young back and showed enough talent in practices to hang around Seattle for two years after his career at Virginia. He is the consummate "low risk, big upside" type of a gamble that one can take in a deep Dynasty League.

D.J. Hackett, WR, Seattle Seahawks (Weeks 7, 16)

Accomplishments - D.J. Hackett caught 47 passes on 65 targets for 610 yards and four touchdowns this past season, solid numbers for a guy who wasn't even the #4 option at the beginning of the year. Hackett worked his way into the lineup once openings started to present themselves via injuries, then he took advantage of his opportunities. The fact that he caught over 70% of his targets is worth noting on a team that had multiple issues with dropped passes by wide receivers over the past two seasons.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Seattle once again started to experience the loss of wide receivers to injury, as both Bobby Engram went down with a thyroid problem early in the year, and then Darrell Jackson had health problems late in the year. With Hackett's rapport with QB Seneca Wallace, he started to perform well in the second half of the year and then built upon that momentum for the rest of the way once Matt Hasselbeck returned from his injuries.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Hackett is a restricted free agent for Seattle, but in all likelihood he will be playing in the Emerald City once again next year. With both Deon Branch and Darrell Jackson in front of him, Hackett seems destined to be no better than the #3 WR in Seattle for 2007. The Seahawks also still have Nate Burleson, but Bobby Engram's contract is up and there are questions as to whether Seattle will bring him back. Both QBs for Seattle saw what Hackett could do and targeted him often in the second half of 2006, so look for Hackett's role to increase in 2007 and 2008.

Ray Perkins, RB, San Diego Chargers (Week 13)

Accomplishments - He's the third string backup to the league MVP which means he doesn't move from the sidelines. Perkins has no official NFL stats.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Perkins has some upside, but as LT and Michael Turner's backup, he won't be seeing the field much any time soon.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - A long shot at this point. Perkins might get a shot with another team, but at this time, he's not worth a roster slot. Keep an eye on him during the preseason to see if he can break out from his perma-backup position. Until then, he's just another RB with potential.

Vincent Jackson, WR, San Diego Chargers (Week 17)

Accomplishments - Jackson spent his second season as the Charger's WR3, and filling in when Eric Parker and Keenan McCardell were injured. He performed well in their absence, posting 27 receptions for 453 yards and 6 TDs receiving during the regular season and two receptions for 43 yards in the playoffs.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Jackson was a second round selection for the Chargers last season with good size and speed. He has performed well this season and is poised for a solid breakout next year when he moved into the starting lineup.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Keenan McCardell is probably done in San Diego after this season. His contract is too expensive to keep him around. Jackson has emerged as a solid WR for the Chargers and he should win a place in the starting lineup next season. However, approach Jackson with a bit of caution as the main receiving targets in San Diego are still LT and Antonio Gates. The #1 receiver on the Chargers may not be enough to push Jackson beyond a WR2 status in most fantasy leagues.

Malcom Floyd, WR, San Diego Chargers (Week 11)

Accomplishments - Floyd is a prototype WR with good size and speed. He is a primary backup to Eric Parker and had 15 receptions for 230 yards and 3 TDs this season before a high ankle sprain ended his season.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - A young guy with good physical size and speed, Floyd was a popular redzone target early in the season. He had a breakout game against Cincinnati where he posted 109 yards and a TD on just five receptions.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Floyd is a free agent at the end of this season. His late season performance probably means a bigger payday for him from a team looking to add a 3rd WR who will be a complement to the existing group. Floyd shows flashes of talent, and his size makes him a good target when the field gets smaller. Keep an eye on him to see where he ends up.

Az-Zahir Hakim, WR, San Diego Chargers (Week 6)

Accomplishments - Hakim began the season with the Lions, but was signed by San Diego when Malcom Floyd was placed on IR with a high ankle sprain. He did not post any stats with San Diego, and had only 17 receptions for 140 yards with Detroit.

Dynasty Watch Reasons, then and now - Hakim has bounced around from team to team, filling in various roles where ever he lands. He's a versatile guy who can return punts and kicks, and he also performs well on special teams kick coverage.

Future prospects (2007 and beyond) - Hakim just finished his 9th NFL season and appears to be well passed his prime. He had a couple good years in St. Louis, and people recognize his name whenever he pops up again. However, given his performance this season with two different teams, it's clear that Hakim won't be a fantasy contributor unless a team is really desperate to get help at WR.