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User Blogs / Purrs, Growls, and Hairballs / Re: First Draft for the year
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on: Yesterday at 09:08:04 PM
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One glaring thing I see is Kevin Curtis selected in the 9th round...with his sports hernia issue...I believe you could have forgone selecting him and pulled the trigger on another available wide receiver.
As for FWP, he should be Ok...but he will not be the TD guy for you...I believe he goes back to his between the 20's designation when The Bus was in town...IMO
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Fantasy Discussion / Fantasy Football Discussion / Whizzers - You Make the Call - Roy Williams DET WR v. Santonio Holmes PIT WR
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on: August 19, 2008, 10:33:19 PM
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Your choice is based on PPR, redraft leagues.
Roy Williams DET WR
Roy Williams is entering the final year of his contract in Detroit, as 2009 is voidable. He will be playing to make sure he gets a sizable deal with either the Lions or another team.
2007 Stats: 12 games - 64 receptions - 838 yards - 5 touchdowns
2008 Projection: 74 receptions - 1,051 yards - 6 touchdowns
Pro: Williams still has Kitna in his corner with the rapport they built over the 2007 season. He is a wide receiver having the ability to get big yards after the catch.
Con: Williams will have to share the receptions with sophomore wide receiver Calvin Johnson, which means few balls in a non-Martz offense. He has only completed one full season.
Santonio Holmes PIT WR
Santonio Holmes has the ability to stretch the field and showed true breakout potential in his sophomore season.
2007 Stats: 52 receptions - 942 yards - 8 touchdowns
2008 Projection: 61 receptions - 994 yards - 9 touchdowns
Pro: Holmes is coming into his third season which is notorious for breakout years for wide receivers. If 2007 was just a glimpse, he is looking for a big season in 2008.
Con: Holmes may be limited in 2008 with the drafting of Rashard Mendenhall. This could be a sign the Steelers are looking to move back to the smash mouth offense so loved in revered in the Steel City.
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Fantasy Discussion / Fantasy Football Discussion / Whizzers - You Make the Call - Turner ATL RB v. Ronnie Brown MIA RB
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on: August 19, 2008, 10:18:25 PM
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Your choice is based on non-PPR, redraft leagues.
Michael Turner ATL RB
Turner finally gets the shot he needs to prove he is more than a backup to LaDainian Tomlinson in San Diego.
2007 Stats: 16 games - 316 yards - 1 touchdown - 4 receptions - 16 yards
2008 Projection: 1,110 yards - 6 touchdowns - 12 receptions - 81 yards
Pro: He is a shifty runner that has a extra gear to get away from defenders. He has only Jerious Norwood to compete with in Atlanta with the departure of Warrick Dunn.
Con: Turner has to run behind the worst offensive line in the NFL. The quarterback situation is not in good shape to help him not face eight defenders in the box.
Ronnie Brown MIA RB
Ronnie Brown had a solid start to the 2007 season before suffering a season-ending knee injury in Week 7.
2007 Stats: 7 games - 602 yards - 4 touchdowns - 39 receptions - 389 yards - 1 touchdown
2008 Projection: 810 yards - 7 touchdowns - 44 receptions - 361 yards - 2 touchdowns
Pro: Brown has recovered nicely from his knee injury. He had a stellar start to the 2007 season, even with a non-existent passing game.
Con: Brown will have to fend off Ricky Williams to get carries and possibly keeping his job. Most running backs take a full season before they are fully recovered from a knee injury.
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User Blogs / Into The Mind Of Jaybebo / 2008 DraftMaster Draft - League B
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on: August 15, 2008, 10:10:19 AM
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General Strategy – In my opinion, selecting in the 12th overall position is very difficult, but allows you a good deal of leeway having back to back selections, much like the 1st overall after the first round. My basic strategy was not to get myself caught out in the woods with my pants missing. The old RB-RB selection at this pick is ancient and should not be considered based on the scoring structure of the league. The goal here was to basically have in place my starting skill player lineup by no later than Round 8. Following that, I would pick up guys that I felt had high reward with minimal risk.
Personal Bio – This will be my ninth year playing Fantasy football and I will be extending myself out one less league this year…with 13 overall. I am a staff member of the Fantasy football site, The Whiz. I have been successful at this for most years, except for last year, which saw me walk away with an 81-101 season, overall. I loved football before getting in this hobby, but Fantasy football just makes it even more fun and addicting. I only have two championships to speak of, but several near misses that sometimes make this addiction very frustrating.
Now for my draft selections based on WCOFF scoring and starting lineup requirements, 25-man roster, currently drafting in the 12th position.
1.12 - Marshawn Lynch BUF RB: Since this was a pick made by my bud, Taz, and I had timed out, I was very happy with the selection. Lynch is the 14th best running back in this format based on my projections and should solidly lead my running back corps.
2.01 - Reggie Wayne IND WR: This selection, which was also made by Taz, was a no-brainer in my opinion. Wayne has distinguished himself as an elite wide receiver and he was the second best on the board, which Randy Moss holds the first, in this format. He set up a nice one-two punch for my team to start off.
3.12 - Michael Turner ATL RB: My selection of Turner was to secure my second starting running back. I am aware the offensive line in Atlanta is not the best, but I believe Michael has the ability to make things happen where there may be nothing. This is a solid start to my roster.
4.01 - Anquan Boldin ARI WR: I was hoping for Tony Romo at this pick, but he was taken at 3.08 by craphonso. Nevertheless, Boldin was a great pick, as he was my 13th best wide receiver on the board…nothing wrong with that. He should get his touches in an offense that is designed to pass.
5.12 - Ben Roethlisberger PIT QB: Definitely a value pick here. Roethlisberger was the 6th highest scoring quarterback in 2007 and should even be better with the continued improvement of Santonio Holmes, the continued presence of Ward, and the drafting of Limas Sweed.
6.01 - Roddy White ATL WR: After I made this selection, I was like…uh oh, I have two Atlanta players on my team…but overall White had a solid 2007 with a breakout season and should still be the main target no matter who is the starting quarterback.
7.12 - Ryan Torain DEN RB: Well, when I selected Torain, I was still under the impression he would see ample time in Denver’s running game, even with Selvin Young as the starter. Now, this is a wasted pick with the likelihood of Torain heading to IR.
8.01- Vernon Davis SFO TE: With Davis being my first tight end of the draft, I figured it should be a guy that could excel in the proper offensive scheme. I believe Mike Martz’s scheme will do that for Davis. His speed will allow him to be used along the line of scrimmage to take advantage of situations in the pass-heavy offense.
9.12 - Felix Jones DAL RB: Being a Cowboys homer is not the only reason I selected Felix Jones, it was his ability to do great stuff in the open field. Another reason for the pick, he would be a nice option behind Lynch and Turner now that Torain is out.
10.01 - Vincent Jackson SDC WR: Jackson is likely the fourth option in San Diego with Chambers, Gates and LT2 ahead of him. However, he showed great promise in the playoffs last year and prior to Chambers arrival. Here is hoping for the best.
11.12 - Jake Delhomme CAR QB: Having Roethlisberger on my team, I was willing to take a chance on Delhomme making a solid comeback this season…and he is my only other quarterback. The return of Mushin Muhammad and the arrival of D.J. Hackett could see good things for Jake in 2008.
12.01 - Dallas Cowboys Def: I was very happy to still find the Cowboys defense/special teams unit available here. I love the potential of this unit with the additions of Adam Jones in the secondary, Zach Thomas at linebacker and continued outside pressure to be received from DeMarcus Ware and Greg Ellis.
13.12 - Muhsin Muhammad CAR WR: After a failed attempt of helping the Chicago Bears, Muhsin is returning home to Carolina, where he his last season there generated 16 touchdowns. I do not expect the same numbers, but even half would be better than one season during his stint in Chicago.
14.01 - L.J. Smith PHI TE: Not being a big fan of the Eagles…’cause I am a Cowboy homer…taking L.J. Smith was a bit tough. Nevertheless, a team does not pin you with the franchise tag if they do not intend to utilize you on a weekly basis. Here is hoping the injury bug leaves Mr. Smith alone this season.
15.12 – Fred Jackson BUF RB: At this point of the draft, I believe it is important to find handcuffs with the roster size we are allowed. Lynch missed time last year and Jackson did a fine job filling in averaging 5.2 yards per carry…no touchdowns, but I can live with that at this point.
16.01 - Antwaan Randle El WAS WR: Randle El finished the 2007 season with career-highs in receptions (51), yards (728), and first down catches (38). It should be expected for him to do even better this season with the continued improvement of quarterback Jason Campbell. Here is hoping good things for him…even if he is a Redskin.
17.12 - Nick Folk DAL PK: If you have not figured it out yet, another homer pick, but why not take the kicker belonging to one of the most potent offensive units in the NFL? I can live with roughly 10 points a game from him.
18.01 - Tatum Bell DET RB: This pick came after Ryan Torain broke his elbow and before Kevin Smith had a decent game against the Giants. I still believe Bell gets 10-15 touches a game and possibly a touchdown here and there…not asking for too much, am I?
19.12 - Antonio Pittman STL RB: This may turn out to be a very good selection, if Steven Jackson continues to sit out over his contract. His first preseason game found him putting up 21 yards on six carries and a touchdown.
20.01 - Antonio Bryant TBB WR: When I made this selection, there was still talk of Brett Favre going to Tampa Bay. Bryant is a talented player, but will need to be good under Gruden and need to step up to compliment Galloway and Hilliard, two aging wide receivers.
21.12 - New Orleans Saints Def: After so many years of this defense being pathetic, it would appear this unit may have turned the corner. The drafting of Sedrick Ellis and signing of Jonathan Vilma and Randall Gay could have this unit turning an important corner. Good news is they had five sacks in the first preseason game against the Cardinals.
22.01 - Jacoby Jones HOU WR: Jones’ sophomore season should be interesting. He showed flashes of brilliance in 2007 and could take the next step in his evolution with the Texans. Here’s hoping I am right…
23.12 - John Kasay CAR PK: Kasay is a solid backup to Folk and should find a good number of chances to score this season…whether it is Folk or Kasay; one of these guys is going to give me 10+ points per week.
24.01 - Garrett Wolfe CHI RB: Wolfe won’t get the carries in Chicago, but this guy is one shifty move away from breaking it to the endzone, and I have no problem capitalizing on that once or maybe twice this season.
25.12 - T.J. Duckett SEA RB: Mr. Irrelevant here. However, if Duckett can learn to not put the ball on the turf, he could easily find some nice goal line action and give me some two or three touchdown games…hey, a guy can wish can’t he?
The Final Verdict: I am very happy with my team. I believe I am very solid at quarterback, wide receiver and tight end. If there is one concern, it would be running back. With Torain breaking his elbow, it will be a heavy load for Lynch, Turner and Felix Jones week to week. If a couple of the other guys step up, it could be a solid year for me in Draftmaster and possibly a move back into the A-League.
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Admin Section / Support / Re: Homepage Issues
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on: August 08, 2008, 09:24:49 AM
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I removed the ESPN widgets... any change?
Now I have absolutely nothing on the homepage once I log-in.  Maybe the site is telling you something...  |
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Admin Section / Support / Re: Support?
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on: August 08, 2008, 08:04:43 AM
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If I post here, will people start supporting me? I need money!
Hi guys!
Nope...go to your local welfare office please...  |
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User Blogs / Into The Mind Of Jaybebo / Re: Everything Cowboys - The Official Whiz Dallas Cowboy Thread
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on: August 07, 2008, 09:49:29 PM
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LB Zach Thomas not 'punch drunk' in Dallashttp://www.valleymorningstar.com/news/oxnard_32089___article.html/punch_thomas.htmlAugust 7, 2008 - 4:30PM
The Associated PressOXNARD, Calif. - Zach Thomas understands the perception some people have after his abbreviated final season in Miami, though he doesn't agree with it.
``They labeled me with that, as prone for concussions,'' he said. ``Everybody just thinks I'm some guy out here that's punch drunk, running around.''
Now Thomas looks forward to the opportunity to prove them wrong.
If he seems confused at times during the Dallas Cowboys training camp, that is because Thomas is trying to learn and adjust to a new defense - not aftereffects of a concussion and migraines that limited the seven-time Pro Bowl linebacker to five games last season.
``I wouldn't be here if it was going to be a problem,'' Thomas said. ``Trust me, there's no difference between 12 and 13 years to me. I could have retired and did all that.''
Thomas did go home to Texas, to play in the state where he was a high school and college standout before his 12 seasons with the Dolphins. He gets to be part of a legitimate Super Bowl contender and the chance to finally win a championship.
Even before playing a game for the Cowboys, Thomas has earned the respect of his new teammates and given them a glance of what he's still capable of doing.
``He makes me practice harder, definitely running around trying to keep up with him,'' said Bradie James, the other starting inside linebacker and the Cowboys' leading tackler the past three seasons. ``Even though this is his 13th year in the league, he hasn't slowed down a bit.''
The biggest adjustment for Thomas is playing in a 3-4 defense after being the middle linebacker in 4-3 sets at Miami, where he had at least 100 tackles his first 11 seasons before last year. Thomas still had 52 tackles in the five games he played last year.
``It is a different position, a different mentality,'' Thomas said. ``But it's still football. You've just got to run and tackle the guy with the ball.''
James already envisions himself as the bruiser in a powerful 1-2 combination with Thomas, who turns 35 the week of the Cowboys' season opener.
``If I can knock down an O-lineman, knock down some running backs, he'll definitely tackle whoever has the ball,'' James said.
Thomas was released by the Dolphins in February as part of a massive rebuilding project overseen by new vice president of football operations Bill Parcells. Miami was 1-15 last season.
In the third game last September, against the Cowboys, Thomas sustained a concussion that forced him to miss two games. Then after a loss to New England on Oct. 21, his vehicle was rear-ended and he didn't play again, placed on injured reserve against his wishes in December because of nagging migraines.
The seemingly obvious conclusion was that the concussion played a factor in his health issues after the accident.
``They tried to put two and two together,'' said Thomas, insisting that ``it just was more of a sinus problem'' related to a deviated septum.
Coach Wade Phillips said there are no limitations on Thomas, and that the linebacker isn't being monitored any differently than the rest of the players.
Thomas had missed only 13 games his first 11 NFL seasons, never because of a concussion. The most games he had missed in a season was five, because of an ankle injury in 2000. His 168 starts in Miami were the most ever for a Dolphins defender.
His debut with the Cowboys comes Saturday night in the preseason opener at San Diego. Thomas has no concerns about the increased physical contact and extra hits that will come in a game after two weeks of training camp.
``I've been taking hits,'' Thomas said. ``I'm serious, when you take on big guys like (353-pound offensive guard) Leonard Davis and all that.''
Still, Thomas expects to feel some anxiety before the game.
``I've never really gotten nervous for preseason games, but I'm sure I will because I'm in a new uniform,'' Thomas said. `It will probably be like my rookie year. Just get that out of the way and let's play football.''Jaybebo's Take:Personally, I am not totally sold on the signing of Zach Thomas by the Cowboys. This team has so much talent on the defensive side of the ball. It is likely his experience and leadership abilities will be the biggest key for the Cowboys...and it is welcomed by this fan. I just do not see him being a huge factor for the overall success of the defense.
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User Blogs / Into The Mind Of Jaybebo / Re: Everything Cowboys - The Official Whiz Dallas Cowboy Thread
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on: August 07, 2008, 09:38:20 PM
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Changes worked wonders for Dallas Cowboys guard Davishttp://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/football/cowboys/stories/080708dnspocowlede.3e8d1af.html10:27 AM CDT on Thursday, August 7, 2008
By BRIAN DAVIS OXNARD, Calif. – Making the Pro Bowl last season should have wiped out any notion that Leonard Davis is an underachiever.
That was the rap on Davis after his six years with the Arizona Cardinals. Maybe he was playing out of position at left tackle. Maybe he was just playing for the Cardinals.
A change of scenery, a club-record $16 million signing bonus and a shift to right guard worked wonders for Davis in his first year with the Cowboys. A former Cowboy, who also played guard, believes Davis could be one of the league's top interior linemen for years to come.
"I think the best thing that ever happened to him was get away from the Cardinals," said Nate Newton, who made six Pro Bowls with the Cowboys during the 1990s.
"This kid won at Texas. He was the No. 2 pick in the [2001] draft. They put him out at left tackle. He didn't do a great job, but he did a nice job. Because of his No. 2 pick status, he never got credit for just doing a nice, solid job."
Still, to this day, it gnaws at Davis that he was labeled, as he said, "a quote-unquote underachiever." Don't be fooled by Davis' huge smile and down-home demeanor. It's clear that what happened in Arizona motivates him.
"Me personally, I don't really understand how I underachieved," Davis said. "I could understand that if I was getting the quarterback hit all the time and missing blocks and all of that. It was just a lot of unrealistic expectations."
By moving inside, Davis was no longer responsible for the open space on the perimeter. He can simply mash people inside with his 6-6, 350-pound frame. Even going half-speed, it's hard to stop Davis against his own teammates during 11-on-11 drills.
"He really doesn't want to hurt our guys," coach Wade Phillips said. "He knocks them back, but you can see him pull off some when an opponent is going to have a hard time."
Davis is entering his eighth NFL season. There's a wealth of information he can still learn.
Newton said he spent one off-season working on his hands, because he sometimes grabbed too much with his left. The next off-season, Newton worked on staying cool under pressure. These are subtle tweaks, but it could mean a world of difference.
Offensive line coach Hudson Houck said Davis can sometimes be overanxious. He'll fire off so hard on a passing play that he might miss the defender.
"But we're nit-picking here," Houck said. "Really what we want to work on him with is playing in balance."
Proper footwork and hand techniques are important. But Newton said Davis also has the biggest skill set required.
"He's got natural aggression," Newton said. "Some guys have the ability to dominate. He has the ability to dominate. As long as he keeps his drive, he'll be alright."
Jaybebo's Take:The signing of Davis was questioned by many based on his lack of solid performance with the Cardinals. However, his addition to the Dallas offensive line helped to make it one of the best in the league, if not close to the best to take the field each week in 2007. With a full season together, this unit could rival any in the league and should give Romo time in the pocket and nice holes for Barber. Thanks for being a Cowboy, Davis.
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