(NOTE: * indicates either free agent or 6+ round pick, only one of these players in each category may be selected per team)
The Dream Team
Randall Cobb (6th): A revelation free agent pick up in Coach Nathwani's memorable 2012 season, Cobb missed most of last season with an injury. At the low cost of a 6th round pick, they can easily afford to bring him back again, and he should have a very nice season if he stays healthy.
Tag likelihood: It's a lock
Keenan Allen (7th*): Allen stormed onto the scene last year for the Chargers and The Dream Team. Giving a receiver starved team some much needed help, he was carrying Coach Nathwani's receiving corps at times. Other coaches won't like seeing Allen and Cobb lining up against them each week, but Coach Nathwani sure will. At only a 7th rounder, this is an easy decision.
Tag likelihood: It's a lock
Reggie Bush (3rd): As I stated in the preseason last year, Reggie Bush is just a Dream Team kind of guy. He worked wonders for this team last year, but did miss some time. With a new coaching regime in town, I'm not as confident that Bush is the no.1 back on that team anymore, but I think GM Nathwani is, and that's why I think he is third on this list.
Tag likelihood: It's probably going to happen
Dennis Pitta (7th*): Although Dennis Pitta missed most of last season, The Dream Team desperately needed someone to come on board with Jimmy Graham traded away. He wasn't particularly effective upon returning, but did garner a lot of looks, and should be one of Flacco's main targets next season. He may only be in the top 10 TE's come the end of the season (which is a world of difference to the top 5), but could still be a valuable contributor. He would also need to tag him instead of Keenan Allen
Tag likelihood: Makes a lot of sense, but not quite
Tavon Austin (7th*): Austin's rookie season was somewhat of a disappointment. Some of this can be attributed to Sam Bradford missing most of the season, but some of it falls on Austin as well. There are no guarantees he will be able to vastly improve on his rookie campaign, but the upside is always there. A 7th round pick may just be low enough for GM Nathwani to take a chance.
Tag likelihood: It would take a lot to make this happen
Predicted tags: Randall Cobb (6th), Keenan Allen (7th*), Reggie Bush (3rd)
What I would do: Randall Cobb (6th), Keenan Allen (7th*), Reggie Bush (3rd)
Obama's Llamas
Pierre Garcon (5th): The new coach really doesn't have many options when it comes to tags, but has 3 credible ones, starting with Garcon. Garcon hauled in the most passes last season, and had a great campaign. With an improved RGIII, he should do the same again, and will do it for a rookie coach.
Tag likelihood: It's a lock
A.J. Green (2nd): One of the most dominant fantasy receivers since his rookie season, A.J. Green was the face of the team last season, and I can't see a scenario where he isn't for the new franchise. Despite his lofty cause, he is well worth the price, and any rookie coach would be lucky to have him.
Tag likelihood: It's a lock
Kendall Wright (6th*): The last credible option I see on this team, you may be confused why he is here at all. The Titans no. 1 receiver had a nice year last year, and should continue to put up nice numbers. While he may not be the best of tags in the league, and a trade could be made for another keeper, I don't mind this pick at all for a 6th rounder.
Tag likelihood: It's probably going to happen
Predicted tags: Pierre Garcon (5th), A.J. Green (2nd), Kendall Wright (6th*)
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