I know coming to a new team you want to say all the right things to endear yourself to the guys, but Martz must really think he is the evil genius. First he comes out to state that Greg Olsen needs to learn how to block first before he can be a receiver. Sounds great, lets take away one of the Bear's best weapons before you run a play with him on the field. Ego 1- Rationale 0. Then yesterday he states Jay Cutler has Kurt Warner's accuracy with a stronger arm. I found this to be pretty foolish without looking at the numbers, but after looking at them I know he is more nut bag than genius.
Jay Cutler '09: 60.5% completion 6.61 YPA 76.8 Rating
'08: 62.3% completion 7.3 YPA 88.1 Rating
'07: 63.6% completion 7.5 YPA 88.1 Rating
Kurt Warner '09: 66.1% completion 7.32 YPA 93.2 Rating
'08: 67.1% completion 7.7 YPA 96.9 Rating
'07: 62.3% completion 7.6 YPA 89.9 Rating
If you go the Greatest Show on Turf Route then it gets really bad.
For 99-01 he averages about 66% completion, 8.5 YPA and his worst year was a 98 Rating.
None of this means anything if Martz makes things right in Chicago and he is a definite upgrade compared to what they had, but he seems to be setting the bar pretty high for a QB whom I believe can be great if not burdened with a ton of comparisons to future Hall of Fame QB's. I would like to see Chicago do well, but so far Martz is giving his critics ammo if he doesn't produce with a QB he regards so highly and by downplaying both Hester's and Olsen's roles.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Free Agency 2010 Uncapped Year
There are many questions for the coming year and how it will affect Free Agency. Basically, here is a dumbed down easy version without getting into the details and possible scenarios which are bountiful. Also the following are considered UFA and RFA this coming year if a CBA is not put into place. Mostly sticking to the big names.
First, no cap means no spending limits or minimums for teams. You spend what you want on who you want.
Secondly, Teams will be allowed to slap the "Franchise/Transition" tag on TWO players this year, not just one.
Third, the divisional Playoff Teams would not be allowed to sign a UFA unless they lost one.
Given these points, don't think teams are going to drop the dough. The whole reason there is an potential lockout is due to the fact owners want more than just 40 cents on the revenue dollar. Think if they don't have to spend they are going to? Also, nobody is sure what the league will do once a CBA is reached and places cap limits on teams again. So if you sign a player to a long term contract this year you really won't know how if affects your cap down the road. This will create major unbalanced bids. Teams doing well will buy the best and teams not doing well financially will need the draft to help. Even then, college players will potentially hold out knowing this is their last chance to get the big payday without first earning it. The good thing which owners want is to make draft picks be dependent on performance for their money instead of being a big payday based on speculation and not performance.
Here is the list:
UFA QB: Chad Pennington, Kyle Boller, David Carr, Daunte Culpepper, Jon Kitna, Joey Harrington
RFA QB: Kyle Orton, Jason Campbell, Matt Moore, Tavaris Jackson, Kellen Clemens, Brodie Croyle, Charlie Frye, Troy Smith.
UFA RB: Leon Washington, Chester Taylor, Willie Parker, Kevin Faulk, Adrian Peterson (no, the other one) Justin Griffith, Tony Richardson
RFA RB: Ronnie Brown (Brown has a 5 mil. option in his contract if 2010 is uncapped. Ball will be in Miami's court to not only sign him a franchise tender, but also another 5mil.) Doubt they will go that high on him.) Pierre Thomas, Jerome Harrison, Darren Sproles, L'Ron Mclain, Cadillac Williams, Mike Bell, Lendale White, Jerious Norwood.
UFA WR: T.O., Antonio Bryant, Derrik Mason, Kevin Walter, Isaac Bruce, Chris Chambers, David Clowney, Bobby Wade, Kelley Washington
RFA WR: Vincent Jackson, Brandon Marshall, Miles Austin, Braylon Edwards, Malcom Floyd, Steve Breaston, Lance Moore, Jason Avant
UFA TE: Ben Watson, Alge Crumpler, Randy Mcmichael, Derek Schouman, Leonard Pope,
LJ Smith, Matt Spaeth, David Martin
RFA TE: Owen Daniels, Tony Scheffler, Bo Scaife, Anthony Fasano, Jeff King,
UFA DL/ DT: Julius Peppers, Aaron Kampman, Leonard Little, Adewale Ogunleye, Reggie Hayward, Derrik Burgess, Kyle VanDen Bosch, Jarvis Green, Anthony Montgomery, Vince Wilfork, Richard Seymour, Casey Hampton, Jason Taylor
RFA DL: Marcus Spears, Ray Edwards, Elvis Dumervil, Darryl Tapp,
UFA LB: Karlos Dansby, Bertrand Barry, Gary Brackett, Keith Bulluck, Angelo Crowell, Larry Foote, Cato June, Scott Fujita, Zack Thomas, Pisa Tinoisamoa, Mike Vrabel
RFA LB: Shawne Merriman, Demeco Ryans, Kirk Morrison, Barrett Ruud, Thomas Davis, D'Qwell Jackson, Ahmad Brooks, Keith Ellison, Chris Gocong, Derrik Johnson
UFA DB/S: Leigh Bodden, Dunta Robinson, Dre Bly, Nick Harper, Rodderick Hood, Walt Harris, Ken Lucas, Deshea Townsend, Anthony Henry, Ralph Brown, Darren Sharper, Will Allen, Ryan Clark, Sean Jones, Roy Williams
RFA DB/S: Carlos Rogers, Will Blackmon, Ellis Hobbs, Marlin Jackson, Karl Pymah, Fabian Washington, Anthony Bethea, Roman Harper, Atari Bigby, Daneal Manning
There are only three OL big names in Mawae, Chad Clifton and Bobbie Williams whom are UFA.
First, no cap means no spending limits or minimums for teams. You spend what you want on who you want.
Secondly, Teams will be allowed to slap the "Franchise/Transition" tag on TWO players this year, not just one.
Third, the divisional Playoff Teams would not be allowed to sign a UFA unless they lost one.
Given these points, don't think teams are going to drop the dough. The whole reason there is an potential lockout is due to the fact owners want more than just 40 cents on the revenue dollar. Think if they don't have to spend they are going to? Also, nobody is sure what the league will do once a CBA is reached and places cap limits on teams again. So if you sign a player to a long term contract this year you really won't know how if affects your cap down the road. This will create major unbalanced bids. Teams doing well will buy the best and teams not doing well financially will need the draft to help. Even then, college players will potentially hold out knowing this is their last chance to get the big payday without first earning it. The good thing which owners want is to make draft picks be dependent on performance for their money instead of being a big payday based on speculation and not performance.
Here is the list:
UFA QB: Chad Pennington, Kyle Boller, David Carr, Daunte Culpepper, Jon Kitna, Joey Harrington
RFA QB: Kyle Orton, Jason Campbell, Matt Moore, Tavaris Jackson, Kellen Clemens, Brodie Croyle, Charlie Frye, Troy Smith.
UFA RB: Leon Washington, Chester Taylor, Willie Parker, Kevin Faulk, Adrian Peterson (no, the other one) Justin Griffith, Tony Richardson
RFA RB: Ronnie Brown (Brown has a 5 mil. option in his contract if 2010 is uncapped. Ball will be in Miami's court to not only sign him a franchise tender, but also another 5mil.) Doubt they will go that high on him.) Pierre Thomas, Jerome Harrison, Darren Sproles, L'Ron Mclain, Cadillac Williams, Mike Bell, Lendale White, Jerious Norwood.
UFA WR: T.O., Antonio Bryant, Derrik Mason, Kevin Walter, Isaac Bruce, Chris Chambers, David Clowney, Bobby Wade, Kelley Washington
RFA WR: Vincent Jackson, Brandon Marshall, Miles Austin, Braylon Edwards, Malcom Floyd, Steve Breaston, Lance Moore, Jason Avant
UFA TE: Ben Watson, Alge Crumpler, Randy Mcmichael, Derek Schouman, Leonard Pope,
LJ Smith, Matt Spaeth, David Martin
RFA TE: Owen Daniels, Tony Scheffler, Bo Scaife, Anthony Fasano, Jeff King,
UFA DL/ DT: Julius Peppers, Aaron Kampman, Leonard Little, Adewale Ogunleye, Reggie Hayward, Derrik Burgess, Kyle VanDen Bosch, Jarvis Green, Anthony Montgomery, Vince Wilfork, Richard Seymour, Casey Hampton, Jason Taylor
RFA DL: Marcus Spears, Ray Edwards, Elvis Dumervil, Darryl Tapp,
UFA LB: Karlos Dansby, Bertrand Barry, Gary Brackett, Keith Bulluck, Angelo Crowell, Larry Foote, Cato June, Scott Fujita, Zack Thomas, Pisa Tinoisamoa, Mike Vrabel
RFA LB: Shawne Merriman, Demeco Ryans, Kirk Morrison, Barrett Ruud, Thomas Davis, D'Qwell Jackson, Ahmad Brooks, Keith Ellison, Chris Gocong, Derrik Johnson
UFA DB/S: Leigh Bodden, Dunta Robinson, Dre Bly, Nick Harper, Rodderick Hood, Walt Harris, Ken Lucas, Deshea Townsend, Anthony Henry, Ralph Brown, Darren Sharper, Will Allen, Ryan Clark, Sean Jones, Roy Williams
RFA DB/S: Carlos Rogers, Will Blackmon, Ellis Hobbs, Marlin Jackson, Karl Pymah, Fabian Washington, Anthony Bethea, Roman Harper, Atari Bigby, Daneal Manning
There are only three OL big names in Mawae, Chad Clifton and Bobbie Williams whom are UFA.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Season End quick notes
Super Bowl: Pretty good one overall until the last part of fourth Quarter. Pretty anti climatic yet still a great game. Best Commercial: ETrade and the Megan Fox commercial. Overall a shitty year for advertising. Tebow ad was a hot topic but I admit done tasteful even if it had no place to be aired during the Super Bowl. Great shot of Brees tearing up while holding his child after the win. No matter who you were rooting for it was gonna be a great ending to the season.
By the way, Hyundai is going to be the new GM.
I am officially starting a new award for the Super Bowl: "The Rocky Mountain Oyster Award" this goes to head coach Sean Peyton whom completely changed the game on his call of an onside kick to start the second half. It takes some BIG ones to make that call which could make or break your team in the biggest game of your life.
Miami did as good a job as I can remember at hosting the Bowl. Halftime show spared no expense and other than the U2 performance some years ago after 9-11 I can't remember a better produced show. Miami Dolphins will be the franchise everyone wants to play for within three years. The Tuna and the celebrities who are part of the organization will be a huge draw for players in the coming years.
Way to go Warren Sapp! I know he is innocent till proven otherwise, but dude...let it go. You are no longer a player and should be hanging around other professionals instead of living la vida loca on South Beach. I wonder how he and guys like Jamie Dukes (whom can't spell properly based on his Twitter posts) work in this industry. What ever happened to needing talent and not a name in working for media?
By the way, Hyundai is going to be the new GM.
I am officially starting a new award for the Super Bowl: "The Rocky Mountain Oyster Award" this goes to head coach Sean Peyton whom completely changed the game on his call of an onside kick to start the second half. It takes some BIG ones to make that call which could make or break your team in the biggest game of your life.
Miami did as good a job as I can remember at hosting the Bowl. Halftime show spared no expense and other than the U2 performance some years ago after 9-11 I can't remember a better produced show. Miami Dolphins will be the franchise everyone wants to play for within three years. The Tuna and the celebrities who are part of the organization will be a huge draw for players in the coming years.
Way to go Warren Sapp! I know he is innocent till proven otherwise, but dude...let it go. You are no longer a player and should be hanging around other professionals instead of living la vida loca on South Beach. I wonder how he and guys like Jamie Dukes (whom can't spell properly based on his Twitter posts) work in this industry. What ever happened to needing talent and not a name in working for media?
Tebow AD
So, it wasn't as bad as expected, but what it means is still not acceptable. My main thought was we should not expose our children to adult topics during a family "event". However, I still do not agree due to the fact that it opens pandora's box of moral ad's to possibly come during an event not meant to be one of conscience.
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Why the Tebow Ad is a disgrace!
What is wrong with us? I, being a Florida Gator fan and follower of Tebow, have loved the guy since day one. But now, he has ruined my man crush. Dude wants to promote how he helps the impovershed in the Pacific Rim, cool. Dude wants to say he hasn't laid pipe, cool. Dude wants to talk about his belief system in an interview, cool. But for a player who has yet to be drafted, yet to run a play in the NFL, and yet to be questioned by another point of view to have a commercial in the Super Bowl is a joke. Is this what we have come to? The Supreme Court decides that Corporations can spend unlimited amounts backing candidates, and now major corporations are going to push what they see as moral down our throats? Way to go seperation of church and state! Especially on this day, a day that people tune in to escape the every day issues and watch a game they love. You say it sends the right message to our youth? I say why does your young child who may be watching the game and isn't of age for sexual activity have to become aware of an adult issue during a game which is meant to be for all ages? I can see all the dad's out there, watching the game with family and friends, when the commercial comes on....after, just as the game returns and Peyton is driving for the go ahead score to win the game, little Bobby tugs on daddy's shirt. "Dad, so Tim's mommy wasn't gonna have him"? "Did you and Mommy want me"? Peyton completes to Wayne at the ten...."No son, we planned on having you"? Hand off to Addai..."So what happens if someone doesn't want their kid"? Hmmm, watch the game and ignore having a talk with your impressionable child, or do you do the right thing, have the talk and ignore the game? Who knew Football, Religion, and Morals went hand in hand? Way to go NFL for allowing this, and way to go CBS for being a leader in shoving an arguement (against our Constitutional rights I may add) down our throat on the last day it should be so. Pretty soon, Super Bowl Sunday will surpass Thanksgiving as the day families bicker most. Thanks for not letting us make our own decisions on how we educate our children and when we educate them. Think about it, should Trojan be allowed to buy ad time on Nickelodeon promoting safe sex during Dora the Expolorer?
Saturday, January 30, 2010
2010 Mock Draft First Round
1. St. Louis Rams- Talk about some serious trouble! Between SJax beating his pregnant girl (allegedly) and the talk of ownership, there are way too many holes for the Rams to fix in a year. Luckily, it is an uncapped year and if they choose to they can throw some money around and make moves...but, for a franchise as up in the air as them, probably not. This team needs leadership at the QB position, a provent vet WR to help their young talent and some Defensive hogs up front. No doubt having the first pick they will fix one of these holes with..Pick: Ndamukong Suh DT Nebraska
2. Detroit Lions- Stafford, who was expected to be the First Round rookie QB who could step in and make a difference did not meet expectations. He looked worst out of the three first rounders overall, but did show why he will be a great QB at times with his accuracy and rocket arm. Problem is, it's hard to win games and get comfy as a QB when your D gives up points every drive. Detroit needs a solid number 2 WR, think of what the duo of Williams and Megatron could have done with this kid in a few years! However, coach Schwartz needs serious defensive help and will get it in..Pick: Gerald McCoy DT Oklahoma
3. Tampa Bay Bucs- Bye Bye Antonio Bryant, would you want to play for a team with more turnover than a used car dealership? Bryant is pretty much a given to sign elsewhere and maybe the Glazers will actually spend some money on their NFL team instead of the Manchester United loan which is bankrupting them. Tampa will need a WR and may get it in Brandon Marshall since they have the 2nd and 5th Denver wants. Really, Tampa has no choice but to get them if they want any attendance. However, the safety play by Piscatelli was horrific and with the supposed second coming of Ed Reed available here, they will go safety. Pick: Eric Berry S Tennessee
4. Washington Redskins- Think Shanahan is going to instantly make these guys contenders???? Actually, he can. Zorn was notorious for being walked all over and with Shanny calling the shots, I look for a big turnaround from these guys. It will be fun to see what happens between Portis and Shanny if things do not go well. Many "experts" have Washington going with the rookie Clausen here as their pick but I don't see it. Shanny went the rookie route with Cutler and it took some time for him to see results. He will make Campbell adjust and fit the system which will be run first anyway. Shanny has three solid backs to play with and he will use them often. Shanny wants to capitalize now and right now they need an OT. Pick: Russell Okung OT Oklahoma State
5. Kansas City Chiefs- With a monster future RB in Jamaal Charles, and a QB they paid big money for, I think KC actually goes with WR here since the OT they want in Okung will be gone. KC has absolutely zero after Dwayne Bowe, and I expect them to make some trade moves to shore up the LB and CB positions instead of using this pick on them. We saw how goood Cassel could be with Moss and Welker, and I am sure Weiss will be pleading for an extra weapon. Pick: Dez Bryant WR Oklahoma State
6. Seattle Seahawks- What a bust Housh whatever was! He came nowhere close to expectations and he proved he is not a number one receiver. Nate Burleson is amazing when healthy and Forcett will be Pete Carroll's NFL version of Reggie Bush in USC. Hasslebeck is 35 and showed his age last season. He has maybe one year left, just enough time to mentor a new QB. Seneca Wallace is a career back-up and obviously not the answer. Carrol goes with the California prep standout here. Pick: Jimmy Clausen QB Notre Dame
7. Cleveland Browns- The Browns need more help than can be found here and may be a victim of circumstances. I would not be surprised if they trade down. There is not a stellar pick here which warrants number 7 money. There are a ton of defensive playmakers but is a CB (Fla. Joe Haden or USF LB Pierre-Paul) really what you want to gamble on when if he proves healthy Sam Bradford may be available. Remember how they took Quinn when he fell to them? Even though they may be scared to make the same mistake, I don't see how they don't go Bradford if they don't trade this pick down. Jacksonville needs that pocket passer and with Tebows bad Senior bowl, they trade up for this slot. Pick: TRADE DOWN With Jacksonville Jags, Jags select Bradford.
8. Oakland- The hiring of Hue Jackson will not be the life support this team needs if Jamarcus Russell is within 20 yards of the ball. Contrary to the great publicity how "he wasn't brought in just for Russell", I think otherwise. Davis loves being the Offensive master mind and to think that he has seen the light and supressed his ego is asking a bit much. Although, the empty stands hitting his pocket may actually have done so, we will have yet to see. Smells to me like Nosferatu is bringing Hue in specifically to help Jamarcus, and Hue is kissing Al's ass because he sees a HC job if Cable doesn't produce this year. Raiders will not be able to pass on a stellar CB here who has the potential to lock down the other half of the field. Pick: Joe Haden CB Florida
9. Buffalo Bills- Although Kiper and others have stated they go QB here, I do not see them being able to with Clausen and Bradford potentially gone. Bills need help up front or no QB is ever going to produce. With the duo of Jackson and Lynch, some holes can open up an offense that has potential. New coach Gailey has an older school mind set and will look to fill holes where it all begins, OT. Pick: Anthony Davis OT Rutgers
10. Denver Broncos- Brandon Marshall will be gone, and Denver will make a run at WR...just not here. With Dez Bryant gone, Denver will not reach and will address the defense here. WR will be taken in free agency and in a division which likes to pound the rock, ILB is a need. Pick: Rolando Mclain ILB Alabama
11. Cleveland Browns (From Jacksonville)- With Harrison possibly proving he is the back of the future, Cleveland can address O line here or DE. What the shake up with Holmgren will mean who knows, but my guess is Holmgren pushes O-Line here being an Offensive mind.
Pick: Bryan Bulaga OT Iowa
12. Miami Dolphins- Jason Taylor says he isn't done yet, but it's only another year or two before he is. The best DE in the draft should be available here in Derrick Morgan. Ronnie Brown may be going elsewhere so a look at CJ Spiller is a big possibility. The Phins also need a WR desperately but they should look that way next round. Pick: Derrick Morgan DE Georgia Tech.
13. San Francisco- San Fran's Offensive Line held up pretty well even though it may be a point they look for here. However, the secondary does need help as does the QB position which I think they look for next year. Pick: Trent Williams OT Oklahoma
14. Seattle Seahawks- Homer pick here. The Seattle secondary was less than stellar and Carroll will not hesitate to bring in a player he has groomed. Pick: Taylor Mays S USC
15. NY Giants- With Antonio Pierce possibly leaving, ILB is a position of need. Their RB situation seems to be slowing down but they can wait on that. Pick: Rolando Mcclain ILB Alabama
16. Tennessee Titans- Van de Bosch is most likely gone, and the defense was a shell of itself after the departure of Haynesworth. They need some pressure, and the best DE available will be the little known USF DE who may slip to this point. Pick: Jason Pierre Paul DE USF
17. San Francisco-While there is talk CJ Spiller could be used here, Glenn Coffee looked solid in his time subbing for Gore and they may believe he is the answer in a few years. With Singletary being a Defensive mind, why not stock up on defense further at the LB position. Pick: Sergio Kindle OLB Texas
18. Pittsburgh Steelers- Pittsburgh needs to get back to its ground game because Big Ben has been throwing way too much. Willie Parker is no longer Fast Willie and Rashard Mendenhall can't hold the rock. While they will need help in the secondary, taking the pressure off Ben and putting together those typical time consuming drives they were used to may be more important. Having a Chris Johnson type would turn this team around immediately from their fall last season. Pick: CJ Spiller RB Clemson
19. Atlanta Falcons- The Falcons will get some help at WR via free agency, so their biggest need is on defense. Ever since Deangelo Hall left, Atlanta has been missing any defensive impact player outside of John Abraham. Any CB though will not succeed with opposing QB's able to sit back all day so look for Atlanta to go D line. Pick: Carlos Dunlap DE Florida
20. Houston Texans- Houston can put up points, but they can give up a ton too. While they do need Dlinemen, I think they more importantly need secondary help. Pick: Earl Thomas S Texas
21. Cincinnati Bengals- This Defense has grown through the draft and became one of the better ones in the league. While they are desperate at TE and maybe some youth at WR, I don't see them passing a solid DT to solidify that D even more. The time to address a TE/WR can come in later rounds. Pick: Brian Price DT UCLA
22. New England Patriots- The Pats do need a new successor to Brady but Colt Mccoy if healthy or Tebow are not it. The Pats need more help at LB and I expect them to go heavy on Defense this year. Pick: Ricky Sapp OLB Clemson
23. Green Bay Packers- Given the solid Offensive core, Green Bay needs to build a new but promising Defense. Aaron Kampman I believe will actually stay given Green Bay's promise to make the post season. So I think GB maybe reaches a little bit and goes for a DB to help the ageless Woodson. Another outside possibility is RB Jahvid Best, CAL, where it may be that they look for some depth and possibly a new starter since Grant has the possibility of being a one year wonder.
Pick: Pat Robinson CB Florida State.
24. Philadelphia Eagles- I have to go with the status quo pick here and believe Philly will go for LB help. Their Offense is as potent as ever and the only flaws are found in the LB play. Pick: Sean Witherspoon OLB Missouri
2. Detroit Lions- Stafford, who was expected to be the First Round rookie QB who could step in and make a difference did not meet expectations. He looked worst out of the three first rounders overall, but did show why he will be a great QB at times with his accuracy and rocket arm. Problem is, it's hard to win games and get comfy as a QB when your D gives up points every drive. Detroit needs a solid number 2 WR, think of what the duo of Williams and Megatron could have done with this kid in a few years! However, coach Schwartz needs serious defensive help and will get it in..Pick: Gerald McCoy DT Oklahoma
3. Tampa Bay Bucs- Bye Bye Antonio Bryant, would you want to play for a team with more turnover than a used car dealership? Bryant is pretty much a given to sign elsewhere and maybe the Glazers will actually spend some money on their NFL team instead of the Manchester United loan which is bankrupting them. Tampa will need a WR and may get it in Brandon Marshall since they have the 2nd and 5th Denver wants. Really, Tampa has no choice but to get them if they want any attendance. However, the safety play by Piscatelli was horrific and with the supposed second coming of Ed Reed available here, they will go safety. Pick: Eric Berry S Tennessee
4. Washington Redskins- Think Shanahan is going to instantly make these guys contenders???? Actually, he can. Zorn was notorious for being walked all over and with Shanny calling the shots, I look for a big turnaround from these guys. It will be fun to see what happens between Portis and Shanny if things do not go well. Many "experts" have Washington going with the rookie Clausen here as their pick but I don't see it. Shanny went the rookie route with Cutler and it took some time for him to see results. He will make Campbell adjust and fit the system which will be run first anyway. Shanny has three solid backs to play with and he will use them often. Shanny wants to capitalize now and right now they need an OT. Pick: Russell Okung OT Oklahoma State
5. Kansas City Chiefs- With a monster future RB in Jamaal Charles, and a QB they paid big money for, I think KC actually goes with WR here since the OT they want in Okung will be gone. KC has absolutely zero after Dwayne Bowe, and I expect them to make some trade moves to shore up the LB and CB positions instead of using this pick on them. We saw how goood Cassel could be with Moss and Welker, and I am sure Weiss will be pleading for an extra weapon. Pick: Dez Bryant WR Oklahoma State
6. Seattle Seahawks- What a bust Housh whatever was! He came nowhere close to expectations and he proved he is not a number one receiver. Nate Burleson is amazing when healthy and Forcett will be Pete Carroll's NFL version of Reggie Bush in USC. Hasslebeck is 35 and showed his age last season. He has maybe one year left, just enough time to mentor a new QB. Seneca Wallace is a career back-up and obviously not the answer. Carrol goes with the California prep standout here. Pick: Jimmy Clausen QB Notre Dame
7. Cleveland Browns- The Browns need more help than can be found here and may be a victim of circumstances. I would not be surprised if they trade down. There is not a stellar pick here which warrants number 7 money. There are a ton of defensive playmakers but is a CB (Fla. Joe Haden or USF LB Pierre-Paul) really what you want to gamble on when if he proves healthy Sam Bradford may be available. Remember how they took Quinn when he fell to them? Even though they may be scared to make the same mistake, I don't see how they don't go Bradford if they don't trade this pick down. Jacksonville needs that pocket passer and with Tebows bad Senior bowl, they trade up for this slot. Pick: TRADE DOWN With Jacksonville Jags, Jags select Bradford.
8. Oakland- The hiring of Hue Jackson will not be the life support this team needs if Jamarcus Russell is within 20 yards of the ball. Contrary to the great publicity how "he wasn't brought in just for Russell", I think otherwise. Davis loves being the Offensive master mind and to think that he has seen the light and supressed his ego is asking a bit much. Although, the empty stands hitting his pocket may actually have done so, we will have yet to see. Smells to me like Nosferatu is bringing Hue in specifically to help Jamarcus, and Hue is kissing Al's ass because he sees a HC job if Cable doesn't produce this year. Raiders will not be able to pass on a stellar CB here who has the potential to lock down the other half of the field. Pick: Joe Haden CB Florida
9. Buffalo Bills- Although Kiper and others have stated they go QB here, I do not see them being able to with Clausen and Bradford potentially gone. Bills need help up front or no QB is ever going to produce. With the duo of Jackson and Lynch, some holes can open up an offense that has potential. New coach Gailey has an older school mind set and will look to fill holes where it all begins, OT. Pick: Anthony Davis OT Rutgers
10. Denver Broncos- Brandon Marshall will be gone, and Denver will make a run at WR...just not here. With Dez Bryant gone, Denver will not reach and will address the defense here. WR will be taken in free agency and in a division which likes to pound the rock, ILB is a need. Pick: Rolando Mclain ILB Alabama
11. Cleveland Browns (From Jacksonville)- With Harrison possibly proving he is the back of the future, Cleveland can address O line here or DE. What the shake up with Holmgren will mean who knows, but my guess is Holmgren pushes O-Line here being an Offensive mind.
Pick: Bryan Bulaga OT Iowa
12. Miami Dolphins- Jason Taylor says he isn't done yet, but it's only another year or two before he is. The best DE in the draft should be available here in Derrick Morgan. Ronnie Brown may be going elsewhere so a look at CJ Spiller is a big possibility. The Phins also need a WR desperately but they should look that way next round. Pick: Derrick Morgan DE Georgia Tech.
13. San Francisco- San Fran's Offensive Line held up pretty well even though it may be a point they look for here. However, the secondary does need help as does the QB position which I think they look for next year. Pick: Trent Williams OT Oklahoma
14. Seattle Seahawks- Homer pick here. The Seattle secondary was less than stellar and Carroll will not hesitate to bring in a player he has groomed. Pick: Taylor Mays S USC
15. NY Giants- With Antonio Pierce possibly leaving, ILB is a position of need. Their RB situation seems to be slowing down but they can wait on that. Pick: Rolando Mcclain ILB Alabama
16. Tennessee Titans- Van de Bosch is most likely gone, and the defense was a shell of itself after the departure of Haynesworth. They need some pressure, and the best DE available will be the little known USF DE who may slip to this point. Pick: Jason Pierre Paul DE USF
17. San Francisco-While there is talk CJ Spiller could be used here, Glenn Coffee looked solid in his time subbing for Gore and they may believe he is the answer in a few years. With Singletary being a Defensive mind, why not stock up on defense further at the LB position. Pick: Sergio Kindle OLB Texas
18. Pittsburgh Steelers- Pittsburgh needs to get back to its ground game because Big Ben has been throwing way too much. Willie Parker is no longer Fast Willie and Rashard Mendenhall can't hold the rock. While they will need help in the secondary, taking the pressure off Ben and putting together those typical time consuming drives they were used to may be more important. Having a Chris Johnson type would turn this team around immediately from their fall last season. Pick: CJ Spiller RB Clemson
19. Atlanta Falcons- The Falcons will get some help at WR via free agency, so their biggest need is on defense. Ever since Deangelo Hall left, Atlanta has been missing any defensive impact player outside of John Abraham. Any CB though will not succeed with opposing QB's able to sit back all day so look for Atlanta to go D line. Pick: Carlos Dunlap DE Florida
20. Houston Texans- Houston can put up points, but they can give up a ton too. While they do need Dlinemen, I think they more importantly need secondary help. Pick: Earl Thomas S Texas
21. Cincinnati Bengals- This Defense has grown through the draft and became one of the better ones in the league. While they are desperate at TE and maybe some youth at WR, I don't see them passing a solid DT to solidify that D even more. The time to address a TE/WR can come in later rounds. Pick: Brian Price DT UCLA
22. New England Patriots- The Pats do need a new successor to Brady but Colt Mccoy if healthy or Tebow are not it. The Pats need more help at LB and I expect them to go heavy on Defense this year. Pick: Ricky Sapp OLB Clemson
23. Green Bay Packers- Given the solid Offensive core, Green Bay needs to build a new but promising Defense. Aaron Kampman I believe will actually stay given Green Bay's promise to make the post season. So I think GB maybe reaches a little bit and goes for a DB to help the ageless Woodson. Another outside possibility is RB Jahvid Best, CAL, where it may be that they look for some depth and possibly a new starter since Grant has the possibility of being a one year wonder.
Pick: Pat Robinson CB Florida State.
24. Philadelphia Eagles- I have to go with the status quo pick here and believe Philly will go for LB help. Their Offense is as potent as ever and the only flaws are found in the LB play. Pick: Sean Witherspoon OLB Missouri
25. Baltimore Ravens- Derrik Mason is maybe one more year away from calling it quits, and Ray Rice will be run into the ground if they don't get Flacco help. Flacco is capable but he needs some help and a WR here will allow one of the league greats to mentor a rookie whom I think will be the steal of the draft. Pick: Arrelious Benn WR Illinois.
26. Arizona Cards- Uh-oh, time to see if Leinart is really going to amount to more than a pretty boy. He has had a Hall of Famer mentor and years to study. No excuses for the pink vodka party boy. They do need some help in the secondary, but with Boldin possibly Bolting, they may look for some help at the TE position. A TE is a QB's best friend when first starting out and since Leinart is by all accounts still a rookie, they may need a second option for him. Risky, but I say Zona goes TE. Pick: Jermaine Gresham TE Oklahoma
27. Dallas Cowboys- Another year of close but no cigar for the Boys. They have the Offense, but the Defense after Ware is just not able to close the deal. Dallas always seems to be just a score away and while they do need Oline help, I think defense is the key here. Pick: Dan Williams DT Tennessee
28. San Diego Chargers- Common thought is that the Chargers will go RB here since LT will be let go and Sproles is not considered an every down back. Although I do not agree, I do think they will go RB here. Problem is, they will most likely select a back much like Sproles in stature. Maybe two of the same is better than one. Pick: Jahvid Best RB Cal
29. NY Jets- Everyone seems to be on point here with the selection of a WR. Braylon is good, but not a great and the Jets have nobody past him at this position. Sanchez is going to be a great QB in this league, but he will need to pass more to keep defenses back on their heels instead of anticipating the run on every play except third down. Pick: Golden Tate WR Notre Dame
30. Minnesota Vikings- Yes, Yes, Favre will be back. Think he wants to go out on the note he left with GB???? No way, Favre returns, Peterson has Under Armour develop a new "sticky" forearm pad in his name and the Vikes solidify the defense. Pick: Dan Williams DT Tennessee
31. New Orleans Saints- Offense obviously needs no help and the secondary is solid as far as I am concerned. What the Saints need is help up front. Will Smith is a solid player, but the addition of a DT. Pick: Jared Oderick DT Penn State
32. Indianapolis Colts- This is the team that needs a some help on Defense even though they constantly over achieve year in and year out. It is a testament to the coaching, and I don't know if another team in the league plays with as much heart and leadership. That said, maybe they can stave off using this pick on a defensive player and select an OT for a line that is getting older and more banged up. Peyton has at least five years left and with his contract coming, they need to protect that record QB contract he will sign. Pick: Mike Iupati OL Idaho.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Fantasy WR rankings
1. Randy Moss- Yeah, everyone has Andre Johnson or Fitz as the #1 but take into account what we've seen in pre-season so far. Warner looks average and Johnson will no doubt be solid but bitten by the injury bug. Now did anyone see Brady heaving the ball to Moss in game 1? once his timing is established there is nothing keeping Moss from prominence.
2. Andre Johnson- As long as he is healthy, he is an animal.
3. Fitzgerald- although Warner is a concern for me it really doesn't matter who throws him the ball.
4. Calvin Johnson- Regardless who is at the helm, the Lions will be playing from behind and throwing often to guess who?
5. Reggie Wayne- The number one guy now without Marvin and a healthy Peyton is back. Remember Peyton was hurt last year and it showed.
6. Greg Jennings- He has the 4th easiest schedule against DB's this year in a balanced offense with a QB who can throw.
7. Anquan Boldin- His red zone threat puts him up there along with his toughness.
8. Marques Colston- Obviously, the number one WR on a pass happy team.
9. Steve Smith- If that shoulder is really healed, then he is the only option on this team. Deangelo Williams will not come close to 20 TD's and teams will focus on him.
10. T.O.- He will ask for the ball and he will get it. Buffalo brought him in to use him extensively and they will.
11. Vincent Jackson- The Chargers are primed for a Super Bowl trip and face a weak division. VJ is the #1 WR here and will get plenty of touches.
12. Roddy White- He has the 7th easiest schedule againts DB's and a good QB throwing to him. Only problem is if Matt Ryan runs into the sophomore slump.
13. Wes Welker- Brady is back and will look for old reliable often.
14. Tj Houshmendzadeh- Faces the 10th easiest schedule against DB's and the Running game has the #1 easiest schedule in the NFL. Hasselbeck is healthy this year and will use his new toy.
15. Brandon Marshall- even with Orton back there, I expect Denver to be down often with their horrible defense and have to throw often. His sheer number of touches I think puts him up here still.
16. Roy Williams- though not sold on him, teams will have to focus on the Running game and leave Roy in single coverage often.
17. Santonio Holmes- He may have had his bust out party in the Super Bowl. Think Ben is comfortable with him now? Hines is older and wearing down.
18. Chad Johnson- Healthy Palmer, finally the unquestioned #1, a year until contract time. Those add up to Ocho being as focused as ever. This is his shot and he knows it.
19. Dwayne Bowe- I am not at all sold on him and Coach Todd Hailey recently called him out. The fact that he is their only receiving threat puts him here.
20. Deshaun Jackson- Philly will open it up a bit more with Jeremy Maclin to take some pressure off DJ. We will see how Westbrook heals up which would help DJ's cause.
2. Andre Johnson- As long as he is healthy, he is an animal.
3. Fitzgerald- although Warner is a concern for me it really doesn't matter who throws him the ball.
4. Calvin Johnson- Regardless who is at the helm, the Lions will be playing from behind and throwing often to guess who?
5. Reggie Wayne- The number one guy now without Marvin and a healthy Peyton is back. Remember Peyton was hurt last year and it showed.
6. Greg Jennings- He has the 4th easiest schedule against DB's this year in a balanced offense with a QB who can throw.
7. Anquan Boldin- His red zone threat puts him up there along with his toughness.
8. Marques Colston- Obviously, the number one WR on a pass happy team.
9. Steve Smith- If that shoulder is really healed, then he is the only option on this team. Deangelo Williams will not come close to 20 TD's and teams will focus on him.
10. T.O.- He will ask for the ball and he will get it. Buffalo brought him in to use him extensively and they will.
11. Vincent Jackson- The Chargers are primed for a Super Bowl trip and face a weak division. VJ is the #1 WR here and will get plenty of touches.
12. Roddy White- He has the 7th easiest schedule againts DB's and a good QB throwing to him. Only problem is if Matt Ryan runs into the sophomore slump.
13. Wes Welker- Brady is back and will look for old reliable often.
14. Tj Houshmendzadeh- Faces the 10th easiest schedule against DB's and the Running game has the #1 easiest schedule in the NFL. Hasselbeck is healthy this year and will use his new toy.
15. Brandon Marshall- even with Orton back there, I expect Denver to be down often with their horrible defense and have to throw often. His sheer number of touches I think puts him up here still.
16. Roy Williams- though not sold on him, teams will have to focus on the Running game and leave Roy in single coverage often.
17. Santonio Holmes- He may have had his bust out party in the Super Bowl. Think Ben is comfortable with him now? Hines is older and wearing down.
18. Chad Johnson- Healthy Palmer, finally the unquestioned #1, a year until contract time. Those add up to Ocho being as focused as ever. This is his shot and he knows it.
19. Dwayne Bowe- I am not at all sold on him and Coach Todd Hailey recently called him out. The fact that he is their only receiving threat puts him here.
20. Deshaun Jackson- Philly will open it up a bit more with Jeremy Maclin to take some pressure off DJ. We will see how Westbrook heals up which would help DJ's cause.
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