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Friday, August 23, 2013

Each Team's 2013 Breakout Player: NFC West

49ers: Ian Williams- Williams signed with San Fran after going undrafted in 2011. He's played in only three games over his first two years in the league but with departures of Isaac Sopoaga and Ricky Jean-Francois, the nose tackle position is up for grabs and Ian Williams is the team's best option, in my opinion. As a Fighting Irish fan, I watched Williams during his time at the University of Notre Dame and he's a run stuffer. He won't get much pressure on the quarterback but he'll clog up running lanes and take up blockers. I expect him to breakout and thrive as the starting nose tackle in 2013.
Other candidates: LaMichael James and Tarell Brown
Cardinals: Michael Floyd- After the Cardinals drafted him 13th overall in 2012, Arizona fans had high hopes for the former Notre Dame star. However, due to the inconsistent -- to say the least -- play at the quarterback position, it was hard for any of the team's receivers to put up numbers. But with big-armed Carson Palmer at the helm and the additions to backfield and offensive line, I expect Floyd to breakout in his sophomore season. He's got the size (6'3", 220lbs.) and skills to be a great player and with the double coverage that Larry Fitzgerald draws, Floyd should see plenty of one-on-one balls where he has the upper hand.
Other candidates: Rob Housler, Ryan Williams, and Jerraud Powers
Rams: Chris Givens- Givens had a productive rookie season catching 42 balls for 698 yards and three touchdowns. He has blazing speed and can take the top off a defense; he is the offense's deep threat. He's already showcased that this preseason catching four passes for a whopping 139 yards. That's a sample of things to come.
Other candidates: Michael Brockers, Daryl Richardson, and Sam Bradford
Seahawks: Golden Tate- With Percy Harvin lost for possibly the entire 2013 season, Golden Tate has a chance to become quarterback Russell Wilson's go-to-guy. Tate isn't big -- listed at 5'10", 202lbs. -- but he has terrific athleticism, versatility, and ability to make plays with the ball in his hands; much like Harvin. He had a good season a year ago when he caught 45 passes for 688 yards and seven touchdowns, all career highs. He needs to be more consistent but the door is wide open for him to become Seattle's top wide receiver, and I expect him to have a hell of a season.
Other candidates: Zach Miller, Doug Baldwin, and K.J. Wright

*Stats courtesy of www.pro-football-reference.com
*Preseason stats courtesy of www.cbssports.com
*Depth chart info courtesy of www.ourlads.com

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