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Top 10 Fantasy Football Breakout Candidates

Nik Bønaddio  —  @nikbonaddio Jul 30th, 2014
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Andre Ellington

When is the last time Arizona had a serious running back to go with the insane abilities of Larry Fitzgerald, hmm? Let's see: Rashard Mendenhall, no. Larod Stephens-Howling, no. Beanie Wells, no. Tim Hightower, no. Marcel Shipp, no. So, uh, never?

For years, the calling card in the desert has been terrible rushing, and even worse defense. The latter is now under control thanks to Patrick Peterson and friends, so now - finally! - the Cardinals have addressed their second biggest problem and brought in Andre Ellington, he of the 5.5 yards per carry and a top-10 Rushing NEP score, despite being a rookie playing for the Cardinals.

Bottom line: he was nasty as a rookie in a reduced role. He's going to be nastier in the spotlight.

Our projection: 1,400 total yards, 7 touchdowns, RB12

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