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Asked during an online chat if Amendola becomes the new Wes Welker (100+ catches a year) in St. Louis with Josh McDaniels running the offense, ESPN's Mike Sando replied: "With Sam Bradford having a year of experience, with McDaniels taking over the offense, with the Rams having more depth around Amendola at receiver, yes, I could see Amendola approaching 100 receptions in 2011."
Reported by ESPN.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
While "new Wes Welker" candidates crop up every season, Sando believes Amendola fits the profile exceptionally given that he's smaller, plays the slot effectively and is coming off an 85-catch season. A.J. Feeley was calling him a Welker clone in camp last summer. Amendola is a little taller than Welker, but they are both 185-pounders with the ability to catch lots of shorter passes. Welker, before his injury, was much more productive than Amendola has been, but some of that comes down to opportunities. That could change with McDaniels calling the shots.
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