San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Michael Crabtree says he wasn't healthy last year after returning from an Achilles injury during the season, according to Matt Maiocco of Comcast Sportsnet. In five regular season games, Crabtree managed 19 receptions for 284 yards and a touchdown.
Michael Crabtree admits he wasn’t healthy; fantasy value should increase for 2014
The 49ers’ go-to possession receiver says he wasn’t 100 percent last year after returning from an Achilles injury. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Fantasy Impact: Ever since he was drafted, Crabtree has been touted as a receiver who had the talent and ability necessary to become a stud. Last year his injury trouble prevented him from breaking out, and in years past Alex Smith proved to be too conservative at quarterback for a player like Crabtree.
Crabtree put together a strong 2012 season, but the Achilles injury cost him a strong follow-up campaign. He has had the offseason to rest and will finally be able to hook up with Colin Kaepernick for a full season; he could explode this year.
Fantasy owners can typically get away with picking Crabtree in the fourth or fifth round of drafts this season, which could mean a fantastic return on investment in 2014.
