Must be a Stud No. 3a – Virgil Green

Because of the concerning run- and pass-blocking reasons outlined under Owen Daniels, and because midseason acquisition Vernon Davis has proved to be almost as ineffective this year as the future draft pick that was surrendered to acquire him, tight end Virgil Green must also play a major role in keeping Peyton Manning upright.

Green is hands-down Denver’s best blocking tight end and he’ll have a big task helping make up for the deficiencies at tackle that have been so apparent all season. His value follows very shortly behind Daniels’ in a deep playoff run.

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