2010年6月28日星期一

The good player of The Dallas Cowboys

The Dallas Cowboys joined the National Football League as a 1960 expansion team, and have become one of the most successful teams in the history of the NFL and in American sports overall.

The team has earned the longest streak of consecutive winning seasons with 20, the most playoff games, 56, winning 32 of them, the most appearances in the NFC Championship Game (14), and the most Super Bowl appearances (eight), one more than any other NFL team.

Felix Jones jerseys made a statement in Dallas' last two games against the Eagles last season. That statement was 239 yards full of "I'm here, so everybody needs to deal with it."

ost feared home run threat RB.  Big-play ability=expendable Marion Barber jerseys.  Electrifying open field runner.  Just as dangerous as pass catcher.  Starting to realize potential.  Guaranteed 1,500+ total yards.

I have a feeling Jones will rush for around 1,000 yards and tally up close to 150 fantasy points. A good second option at running back if you ask me.

Witten is one of the best tight ends in the NFL, so this guy isn't hiding from anybody in your fantasy draft.

He isn't going to put up the fantasy points that Vernon Davis did last season, but 125 points from your tight end isn't too shabby either.

Barber will look to move back into that closer role he did so well in when Dallas was still employing Julius Jones.

For that reason he should be a second fantasy option behind Felix Jones. He should tally about what Jason Witten jerseys does with 125 points on the season.

However, he could become a touchdown scoring machine and surprise everybody. If he is there late in your draft, you better go for him.

2010年6月27日星期日

TE Finley before Clark, Gates highlights surprises

Summer magazines under deadline for June or July release dates traditionally complete featured mock drafts in May. However, publications like Rotoworld-Beckett release two editions, offering another opportunity for a meeting of industry minds on Tuesday night.

Rotoworld's previous draft, currently on newsstands, found me in "Death Valley," but the second time around drew the fifth pick overall, a former sweet spot in past seasons.

The rules from the first mock applied: 12-teams, 15-round serpentine draft and performance-based scoring, not point-per-reception (PPR).

Additionally, the event drew the usual suspects, including Gregg Rosenthal and his staff, Chris Wesseling and Adam Levitan, at Rotoworld and NBC Sports; Michael Fabiano of NFL.com; David Gonos of OPENSports.com; Tom Kessenich of Fanball.com; and Dan Roemhild of RotoWire.com, among others.

Rosenthal, Rotoworld's managing editor, graciously granted permission to publish the draft results ahead of his magazine's release, allowing readers a view of each round.

So without further ado, let's get spun up on my picks and what commanded attention.

1.05 RB Frank Gore, SF: It's clear after two months of industry drafts there's a consensus with the first five picks, all running backs. And while Chris Johnson jerseys of the cheap Tennessee Titans jerseys and Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings flip-flop at the top spot, the next three positions are established in order with Jacksonville Jaguars dynamo Maurice Jones-Drew, Baltimore Ravens third-year star Ray Rice and Gore.

The 49ers enjoy a fantastic schedule against the run and Gore has a rebuilt offensive line. It wouldn't surprise to see Gore explode with career highs in rushing yards and touchdowns.

What stood out: St. Louis Rams rusher Steven Jackson continues to present drafter's a dilemma, evidenced by the selection of Pittsburgh Steelers second-year running back Rashard Mendenhall before Jackson. There's no doubting Jackson's talent, but drafters appear to hope someone else makes the decision.

2.08 QB Aaron Rodgers, GB: I'm not a fan of taking a signal caller this early, but it was difficult to pass on Rodgers, 2009's top scoring quarterback and owner of two straight 4,000-yard passing seasons.

What stood out: Three elite quarterbacks are off the board this round: Rodgers, Drew Brees and supply Peyton Manning jerseys. Meanwhile, there's an interesting decision by Rotowire.com's Derek VanRiper to go back-to-back receiver with the swing picks in a standard scoring draft.

The selection of New England Patriots receiver Randy Moss to end the first round started a receiver run, dropping high-upside rushers Ryan Mathews of the San Diego Chargers and Jamaal Charles of the Kansas City Chiefs to the middle of the second round. I would've passed on Rodgers had either running back slid to 2.08.

3.05 WR Marques Colston, NO: With Miami Dolphins receiver Brandon Marshall off the board, I briefly considered receiver Greg Jennings for a Rodgers-Jennings connection before settling on Colston, a consensus Top 10 receiver playing in an equally prolific passing offense.

What stood out: The second wheel of the Carolina Panthers rushing attack, Jonathan Stewart, was drafted before Denver Broncos starter Knowshon Moreno, who finished 2009 with 247 carries compared to Stewart's 221. Stewart finished with better numbers, but a chunk of that occurred when backfield mate DeAngelo Williams was out with an ankle injury.

4.08 RB Matt Forte, CHI: The third-year rusher, whom readers may recall was named in an industry poll as one of this year's top rebound candidates, was a no-brainer selection.

Further boosting Forte's value is an increasing preference among enthusiasts to PPR leagues over standard scoring. A glance at an Average Draft Position (ADP) report, courtesy of MyFantasyLeague.com, on Wednesday afternoon reflected 127 PPR drafts compared to 13 standard. Take Forte's 120 receptions the last two seasons and enjoy him in a Mike Martz pass-happy offense.

What stood out: San Diego Chargers receiver Vincent Jackson's contract issues didn't deter his entry into this round, but there's obvious risk in real drafts. Additionally, Carolina Panthers receiver Steve Smith's recent broken arm didn't prevent the use of a fourth-round pick and rightfully so, especially if he's ready for the regular season.

Meanwhile, Philadelphia Eagles rusher LeSean McCoy continues to represent excellent value. Understand this draft was based on standard scoring, but pull the trigger in this round with no questions asked in PPR leagues.

5.05 WR Dwayne Bowe, KC: I considered New York Giants second-year receiver Hakeem Nicks before settling on Kansas City's fourth-year pro. While Bowe obviously carries concern, the hope is a rebound season in what should be an exciting offense under new coordinator Charlie Weis.

What stood out: I'm high on Green Bay Packers tight end Jermichael Finley, but was stunned to see him selected No. 1 overall at his position over proven Pro Bowl talents Dallas Clark of the Indianapolis Colts and Antonio Gates of the San Diego Chargers. The industry as a whole is high on Finley and the bottom line is the potential high price if Finley is on a drafter's wish list.

Elsewhere, Cleveland Browns rusher Jerome Harrison could be a risky fifth-round pick considering Montario Hardesty's solid showing in organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamps.

6.08 WR Santana Moss, WAS: Moss is a safe pick, but the selection lacks punch, as I prefer to land an emerging young receiver for my No. 3 and coveted Philadelphia Eagles second-year pro Jeremy Maclin in this round.

What stood out: I hate to pick on Dallas Cowboys rookie receiver Dez Bryant, but history doesn't favor rookie receivers with only six since 1995 producing 1,000-yard campaigns. Bryant was selected as a No. 2 receiver in this draft, meaning owners taking that risk in real drafts are hoping for consistency or the potential for No. 1 production. History demands tempering expectations.

7.05 TE sale Tony Gonzalez jerseys, ATL: This is a round where I'll typically address the quarterback position, but the early selection of Aaron Rodgers offered flexibility to target an elite tight end. While Gonzalez is beyond his prime, he's still playing at a high level.

What stood out: File this in the "That was then, this is now" category, as Chicago Bears receiver Johnny Knox, who represented fantastic value just last week with a 12.03 ADP, is climbing the board.

8.08 RB Darren McFadden, OAK: Knowing I had a hole at my third running back position, the plan was to secure the Oakland backfield in consecutive picks for a natural handcuff. It's not about the players at this point; it's about the AFC West's excellent schedule against the run.

What stood out: New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning remains a fantastic bargain for drafters holding out on the position. A sneaky pick was the selection of Tampa Bay Buccanneers rusher Carnell Williams.

9.05 RB Clinton Portis, WAS: Remember that plan? Unfortunately, Michael Bush was off the board three picks before this spot and I'm not thrilled with the selection of Portis in a crowded Washington backfield.

What stood out: Two value picks with San Diego Chargers receiver Malcom Floyd, who becomes the default No. 1 in the event of a Vincent Jackson holdout, and New England Patriots receiver Julian Edelman, who may see increased snaps if Wes Welker (knee) isn't ready for the regular season.

10.08 WR Eddie Royal, DEN: The third-year pro is flying under the radar after last season's disaster and is a bargain as a fourth receiver.

What stood out: Another mock leads to yet another sighting of Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback white Ben Roethlisberger jerseys in the 10th round. There's no doubting his upside, but owners knowing Roethlisberger is suspended four to six games better hope their drafted starter doesn't go down to a Week 1 season-ending injury. Moreover, a closer look reveals Atlanta Falcons third-year pro discount Matt Ryan jerseys and Washington Redskins signal caller Donovan McNabb jerseys were on the board. It's hard to justify taking Roethlisberger over them.

11.05 RB Laurence Maroney, NE: There's zero downside drafting Maroney as a fourth or fifth running back this late in any draft.

What stood out: Upside quarterback choices Chad Henne of the Miami Dolphins and Detroit Lions second-year pro Matthew Stafford are typically selected this round, so no surprises.

12.08 QB Matt Cassel, KC: Owning an elite quarterback like Aaron Rodgers allows drafters a luxury of waiting until late in drafts to address a backup, who is needed only for a bye week, and a chance to stock up on other skill positions. Cassel also comes with upside, so this is a good spot for him.

What stood out: Houston Texans running back Arian Foster has been running with the starters in OTAs and is expected to enter training camp atop the depth chart. Foster is an exceptional pick this late if he manages to hold off Steve Slaton and rookie Ben Tate through August.

13.05 DEF San Francisco 49ers: I normally save the last two picks for defense and kicker, but I have an eye on a player for the last round. At the risk of sounding like a broken record when it comes to the 49ers defense, it's all about the schedule.

What stood out: The round was a collection of defenses and a Terrell Owens sighting.

14.08 K Stephen Gostkowski, NE: Never, ever draft a kicker before the last two rounds.

What stood out: Three low-risk receivers selected this round with Indianapolis Colts second-year pro Austin Collie leading the way among the kicker and defense run.

15.05 WR Jordy Nelson, GB: Considering Donald Driver's age and January knee scopes, an argument exists for James Jones, the likely heir-apparent to Driver, over Nelson, but both have enjoyed strong workouts. Additionally, quarterback Aaron Rodgers recently singled out Nelson for having an "exceptionally good" offseason, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. As a last pick, Nelson is worth the gamble.

What stood out: Tashard Choice, the third wheel of the cheap Dallas Cowboys jerseysbackfield, could pay off nicely if Felix Jones or Marion Barber suffer injuries. Meanwhile, my drafted roster sports a local feel with two Chiefs, a former Chief and former Kansas State Wildcat. That wasn't by design.

Projected starting lineup

This isn't the strongest team I've drafted the last two months, with the biggest concerns surrounding receiver and flex. However, the quarterback and running back positions, specifically two elite producers in Aaron Rodgers and Frank Gore, offers upside and consistency:

QB Aaron Rodgers; RBs Frank Gore, Matt Forte; WRs Marques Colston, Dwayne Bowe, Santana Moss; Flex Darren McFadden; TE Tony Gonzalez; K Stephen Gostkowski; DEF 49ers

Herbie Teope produces and is a featured analyst for Time Warner Cable's weekly TV show, "Fantasy Huddle," viewed throughout the NFL season in Time Warner Cable national markets. Teope is now on Twitter.

2010年6月25日星期五

Daily Haze: Vincent Jackson Could Be Out of San Diego Soon


It has been an eventful offseason for the cheap San Diego Chargers jerseys, and summer has yet to change that.

The team let long-time face-of-the-franchise running back LaDainian Tomlinson hit the road earlier this spring. And now the team's best wide receiver, Vincent Jackson, could be headed out of town as well.

Jackson was a restricted free agent this offseason, and was tendered by the discount Chargers jerseys during the free agency period. He, of course, sought a long-term extension but that has not come.

And now, Jackson wants to be traded . The Chargers are not keen to that request.

The main rumored suitor for VJax's services to date has been thewholesale Seattle Seahawks jerseys , who were earlier this offseason tied to Brandon Marshall before he was shipped to hot Miami jerseys. Pete Carroll is trying to right the ship quickly in Seattle by bringing in new faces, and Jackson could be one of them.

Fantasy implications of a Jackson departure: supply San Diego LaDainian jerseys has a gap at No. 1 wide receiver, Antonio Gates continues to be relied on heavily, and Malcom Floyd gets a fantasy stock bump. If he were to land in Seattle, it hurts Golden Tate's chances of making an impact this year, and Jackson likely would be the leading receiver on the roster.

Here are today's great reads:

    * Opinions abound this offseason as to whether or not the Jets newly acquired running back LaDainian Tomlinson has anything left in the tank . I remain a steadfast LT2 fan, but at some point, he has to start falling out of the fantasy limelight. That time could be this season. [ProFootballTalk]
    * The running backs from this year's wholesale NFL jerseys Draft figure to play some prominent roles during the 2010 season. Now is a good time to start familiarizing yourself with the next class of fantasy backs. [Fantasy Knuckleheads]
    * Ray Rice had a huge, breakthrough fantasy season in 2009. He will not be found in the middle rounds of fantasy drafts this summer as he was last year. But a few other players could be on the verge of becoming this year's Ray Rice . [Fantasy Football Xtreme]

2010年6月23日星期三

Is Tim Tebow Slowly Slipping Back into His Old Mechanics?

Lets face it, Tim Tebow rubs some people the wrong way.

He isn't a traditional quarterback, and his complete lack of an orthodox style scared a lot of fans who thought they might end up getting him on draft day.

Heck, the guy is even left-handed.

To top all of the mechanical questions off, there are just as many people out there who take a guilty pleasure in blasting Tebow's goody two-shoes ways as there are who love his annual mission trips to wherever.

So it isn't much of a surprise that controversy has marred his entrance into the NFL jerseys.

The guy is a morally upstanding version of  Peyton Manning  jerseys and together they would probably combine to make the most polarizing duo in all of sports if ever on the same roster.

For all that Tebow has done, and ever will do, there are going to be people he will never win over as well as people who will never give up on him.

But with all of that, some objectivity has to be used in examining Tebow's abilities, and concerns about his mechanics are warranted.

They were before he was drafted and they still are today, even if he overcomes his formerly questionable passing form.

A lot of fans are reading the comments out there from Tebow's teammates that praise his work ethic and using it as evidence that he will be great.

Educated football analysts are wondering where the comments praising his ability, throwing motion, and climb up the depth chart are.

The guy beat out Tom Brandstater, but that was expected.

One of the recent rumors that has slipped out in between Champ Bailey, Brady Quinn, and Josh McDaniels' praise of Tim has been that his throwing mechanics aren't actually improving that drastically; he is having trouble maintaining his new throwing form.

Obviously, if he developed a certain comfort level with his unorthodox style, he is going to gravitate toward using it long term.

A player's early NFL hot jerseys career might be, unfortunately, too late a time to teach an old dog new tricks.

Should these rumors be of concern to the fans of the Denver Broncos discount ?

Many Broncoholics will be happy to know that I am departing from my usual opinion on this subject.

I never thought Tebow's mechanics were the problem (though the criticism is warranted).

If Tim is learning how to get the ball to the right places at the right times, and if he is learning how to read defenses, then it is a major step in the right direction.

Fans shouldn't care if he underhand lobs the pigskin like a softball as long as he does it successfully.

With Tim, the biggest concerns for fans should have been his ability/inability to read defenses, run complicated passing plays, and develop the necessary presence to play in the NFL.

If Josh McDaniels says he is doing that, albeit slowly, then that is as much as fans can hope for.

Tebow was brought it as a project at quarterback and he will likely remain a project for awhile longer.

That isn't a knock on him. His work ethic seems to indicate that he can handle that role.

It would be worse for the Denver Broncos jerseys to try to rush his development when they have both Kyle Orton and Brady Quinn.

But Tebow's mechanics—whatever they may end up being—are certainly being honed by McDaniels and his staff on a daily basis.

That coach did bring the NFL Tom Brady, Matt Cassel, and a much improved Kyle Orton.

When he deems Tebow's mechanics to be an issue it will be time for Broncos fans to worry.

But no one is going to know whether the guy is a bust or a home run until he takes the field anyway, and that really shouldn't be this season.

I like that recent praise makes it impossible for outsiders to question Tim's heart.

I hate that recent praise hasn't been focused on his ability.

Most fans are going to have a hard time knowing what to make of that, so the Tebow debate will continue.

2010年6月22日星期二

Oakland Raiders: Where Have the Lovers and Diehard Fans Gone?

It's been more than a year that I have been contributing to the Oakland Raiders' jerseys page. Some of the folks who were involved in the great debate about the needs of the team are nowhere to be seen or heard these days on the Oakland Raiders' page.

Where have some of the lovers gone? Admittedly, we may have disagreed with some viewpoints, but surely some of the guys enjoy a good debate and did not quit.

I just hope that some of these guys have gone on to taller heights in sports writing and that they just might come back and say hello to those of us who are still trying to share our viewpoint. We continue to cheer for the Oakland Raiders  Darren jerseys .

The list can be long, but the ones I have noticed that are AWOL (smiles) are:

Brent

Al's Wingman

Bret, although I recently saw his article

And, most of all, where are the ladies who certainly have something to say?

Sometimes the readers are critical, but that is a good thing. That stimulates growth in our discussion of the Oakland Raiders. I am sure others will join me in encouraging more folks to get in here and speak your mind. Why? Because we believe this is going to be one of best seasons the Oakland Raiders have had in years. Do you agree?  NFL  jerseys ?

A good discussion (or fight) in the comment strand is good for the soul. It sharpens our wits and we all know that iron sharpens iron.

Well, this article is designed to cheer us on during the training season or off season. It need not be long, but it is sincere.

You see, if the guys are too busy doing other great things, then that's a good thing.

But, if some of the guys are disconnected and uninvolved because of other matters like economics or health, then it just may encourage them to know the following

Some of us miss you.

We hope everything is going well.

Drop by and say hello, from time to time.

And, transitions are expected on a busy site like this, but some of us are concerned and just want to ask, "Where have all of the lovers and diehard fans of the Oakland Raiders  gone who once frequented this site?"

Can someone please chime in and tell us? super_bowl_jerseys .

Go Raiders! Hang in there Raider Nation!