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2013 rookies who could make a delayed fantasy impact
We've become spoiled when it comes to rookies in the NFL. Because so many have had immediate success in recent years, everyone is on the lookout for the next best thing. But for most first-year players, it takes time and opportunity for them to blossom into productive options. That's where this group fits in. Check out our list of guys who might not be stars right away, but with a little bit of patience could develop into fantasy players worth having on your roster.

The first quarterback selected in the 2013 NFL Draft, Manuel is a major work in progress. In fact, a lot of scouts don't think he is even close to being ready to become a starter at the NFL level. With that said, he's going to be allowed a chance to start in training camp. When you also consider Kevin Kolb's proneness to injuries, Manuel is almost a lock to start a few games. Based on his skill set, he could end up being worth a late-round flier in leagues with 10-plus teams.

Similar to Patterson, some of Woods' value will depend on Buffalo's quarterback situation. But the USC product is a precise route runner with reliable hands who has a chance to claim the Bills' No. 2 receiving job after the departures of David Nelson and Donald Jones. If Woods can earn the spot, there should be plenty of targets coming his direction. Don't expect the rookie to be more than the third or fourth option in the offense, but he has sleeper potential as a No. 4 wideout in many leagues.

Hunter is built like a prototypical big outside receiver, but he'll likely be used in the slot as a No. 3 receiver behind Kenny Britt and Kendall Wright. Once again, the play from the quarterback position could be critical to Hunter's success in 2013 -- not to mention the effectiveness of Chris Johnson out of the backfield. He projects as a waiver-wire prospect.

Dobson won't have any worries that his quarterback is incapable of getting him the football. His issue might be whether there are enough targets to go around in an offense that features two of the game's top tight ends and a slew of receivers who can line up anywhere on the field. But the former Marshall wideout has an advantage as a big, physical receiver. He's built in the mold of another Marshall receiver, Randy Moss. Don't look for that level of production, but he has the chance to be a flex option in New England's offense if he can find his way onto the field.

Taylor is a dynamic back who has a nose for picking up tough yards, especially near the goal line. The problem is that Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians says he wants to work with one featured back. Right now, that back is Rashard Mendenhall. But with Mendenhall facing injury questions, there could be opportunities for someone further down the depth chart to see carries. Taylor could be that someone, unless ...

Ellington also is vying to see the field from the running back spot. The former Clemson standout has better speed than Taylor and can be dangerous as a receiver out of the backfield. Still, it seems unlikely that he'll see a lot of carries unless there are injuries ahead of him on the depth chart.

Selecting Eifert was likely a wake-up call to Jermaine Gresham. The veteran tight end has been consistent but underwhelming in his first three NFL seasons. Eifert was considered the best pass-catching tight end in the draft and joins an offense that is steadily improving. Look for Eifert to share targets at the position to start the season, but there's a chance he could start to take over before the season is out.

If you're looking for Williams to be on the field right away, it likely will be as a No. 3 receiver. That's not all bad -- remember Kevin Ogletree? But if you're looking for Williams to be a producer, it could be as a No. 2 option in place of Miles Austin. Austin's production has been hindered by injuries over the past couple of seasons. If the trend continues, the man from Baylor could find his way onto the field and into the midst of an offense that isn't afraid to throw the football around a lot.

Robinson was a quarterback at the collegiate level who was drafted as a wide receiver but will be listed as a running back, per the Jaguars official website. A playmaker at Michigan, he could see 10-15 touches per game between playing a hybrid role on offense and a return man on special teams. While he won't unseat Maurice Jones-Drew, Robinson could end up second on the depth chart and become a late-round handcuff for "Pocket Hercules."

Sanders was far from being the most highly rated receiver in the 2013 NFL Draft, but he's landed in a situation that could allow him to contribute right away. The speedy man from South Carolina is well-suited to line up in the slot for the Jaguars. He'll have to deal with the up-and-down Blaine Gabbert, but he could supplement his fantasy value in some leagues with his ability as a kick returner.