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Player Spotlight: Dwayne Jarrett (1 Viewer)

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Jason Wood

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2007 Player Spotlight Series

Over the course of the offseason, we will be evaluating a multitude of players at every fantasy position. One such way we go about that is through the Player Spotlight series. Think of the Spotlights as a permanent record on some of the more intriguing players for the upcoming season. Each Spotlight will be featured in an article on the main website.

Thread Topic: Dwayne Jarrett, WR, Carolina Panthers

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I dont expect much from this rookie WR. Although he should be the starter I dont see many opportunities behind Smith, Williams, and Foster.

45 rec, 650 yds, 4 tds

 
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The young veteran (Drew Carter) keeps the starting job, and the rook learns in the slot (unless Colbert wakes up, which would then keep Jarrett in the #4 position) . . .

30 rec, 343 yards, 2 TDs . . .

 
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Much like Steve Smith, Jarrett is just a playmaker. No matter where the ball is thrown around him, he makes the catch. The way Steve Smith gets separation from DBs and makes the great catches on the long bombs will only make Jarrett that much more useful to the team as he will be the better red zone option. It also plays to Delhomme's strengths as well since he really likes to rely on certain receivers in certain situations. Look for Jarrett to be his guy on 3rd and short passing plays and inside the 20. Steve Smith will be his guy everywhere else. Smith gets the #1 WR obviously, but Jarrett ends up being the equivalent of a GL RB as a WR:

55 Recs 625 Yards 10 TDs

 
BLOX said:
Much like Steve Smith, Jarrett is just a playmaker. No matter where the ball is thrown around him, he makes the catch. The way Steve Smith gets separation from DBs and makes the great catches on the long bombs will only make Jarrett that much more useful to the team as he will be the better red zone option. It also plays to Delhomme's strengths as well since he really likes to rely on certain receivers in certain situations. Look for Jarrett to be his guy on 3rd and short passing plays and inside the 20. Steve Smith will be his guy everywhere else. Smith gets the #1 WR obviously, but Jarrett ends up being the equivalent of a GL RB as a WR:

55 Recs 625 Yards 10 TDs
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:lmao:
 
BLOX said:
Much like Steve Smith, Jarrett is just a playmaker. No matter where the ball is thrown around him, he makes the catch. The way Steve Smith gets separation from DBs and makes the great catches on the long bombs will only make Jarrett that much more useful to the team as he will be the better red zone option. It also plays to Delhomme's strengths as well since he really likes to rely on certain receivers in certain situations. Look for Jarrett to be his guy on 3rd and short passing plays and inside the 20. Steve Smith will be his guy everywhere else. Smith gets the #1 WR obviously, but Jarrett ends up being the equivalent of a GL RB as a WR:55 Recs 625 Yards 10 TDs
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That 10 TDs would be quite an accomplishment considering:*** The Panthers have scored 19, 29, 25, 19 passing TDs as a team in 2003-2006, respectively*** Steve Smith has been responsible for 27 of those TDs despite missing the entire 2004 season*** Only three rookies (John Jefferson, Daryl and Randy Moss) in the last 30 years caught 10 or more TDs to start their careers*** Only 23 receivers in the last 30 years managed 10 or more TDs with 55 or fewer receptions
 
I like Dwayne Jarrett's potential both in 07 and for dynasty. His skills are an excellent complement to Steve Smith. I see him very effective in the Keyshwan possession role for the Panthers. I also think that his play making ability will surprise more than a few in his rookie season.

I'll project him with 70 targets 47 receptions and 611 yards (13.0 ypc) and 5 TDs

 
Jason Wood said:
BLOX said:
Much like Steve Smith, Jarrett is just a playmaker. No matter where the ball is thrown around him, he makes the catch. The way Steve Smith gets separation from DBs and makes the great catches on the long bombs will only make Jarrett that much more useful to the team as he will be the better red zone option. It also plays to Delhomme's strengths as well since he really likes to rely on certain receivers in certain situations. Look for Jarrett to be his guy on 3rd and short passing plays and inside the 20. Steve Smith will be his guy everywhere else. Smith gets the #1 WR obviously, but Jarrett ends up being the equivalent of a GL RB as a WR:55 Recs 625 Yards 10 TDs
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That 10 TDs would be quite an accomplishment considering:*** The Panthers have scored 19, 29, 25, 19 passing TDs as a team in 2003-2006, respectively*** Steve Smith has been responsible for 27 of those TDs despite missing the entire 2004 season*** Only three rookies (John Jefferson, Daryl and Randy Moss) in the last 30 years caught 10 or more TDs to start their careers*** Only 23 receivers in the last 30 years managed 10 or more TDs with 55 or fewer receptions
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Jarrett is quite the player.I think he will be a huge difference maker in the red zone. We'll see. I suppose 8 would be a better number, but I just think this guy knows how to earn the confidence in his QB and get the ball when plays need to be made.
 
According to PFT

DWAYNE JARRETT ARRESTED FOR DWIAs a rookie, Panthers receiver Dwayne Jarrett was a bust. And now he's been busted.According to the web site of the Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Sheriff's Office, Jarrett was arrested on Tuesday for driving while impaired.Widely expected to be a first-rounder out of USC, Jarrett was a second-round pick of the Panthers in 2007. His arrival made Keyshawn Johnson expendable.
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God am I glad the Vikes took Sidney Rice instead of this guy.
 
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With Drew Carter and Keary Colbert gone, and Jarrett seemingly digging himself deeper into the dog house; you have to think the Panthers will look hard at WR in the draft. Before anyone point to Muhsin Muhammad signing, let's remember this isn't the Moose of 5 years ago.

 
Jason Wood said:
With Drew Carter and Keary Colbert gone, and Jarrett seemingly digging himself deeper into the dog house; you have to think the Panthers will look hard at WR in the draft. Before anyone point to Muhsin Muhammad signing, let's remember this isn't the Moose of 5 years ago.
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I'll never doubt Moose again. If Stevie Smith goes down he'll be a top 5 WR with Delhomme there.
 
RedRaiders said:
Any additional thoughts a month, err year later?
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The problem with Jarrett is he thinks he's better than he really is and therefore the hunger to be better, do more, learn more and practice more is an after thought. Afterall, he has it all. :thumbup: Having said that, I think it's premature to call Jarrett a bust. He has the ability to make plays despite not having the quickness that other better WRs his size have. He has size and that will never go away. If Carolina uses him in the right instances, he can be productive. Will he be a big playmaker in 2008? That remains to be seen, but my first impression is no. He'll be serviceable, but not a main factor. I just don't see it. I hope I'm wrong.Best case prediction for 2008: 37 rec, 577 yards, 4 TDs. 15.6 yards per catch
 
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I'm guessing the over/under on Steve Smith totally dissing this punk in front of the media about 2.5....Any takers?

 
Jeff Haseley said:
RedRaiders said:
Any additional thoughts a month, err year later?
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The problem with Jarrett is he thinks he's better than he really is and therefore the hunger to be better, do more, learn more and practice more is an after thought. Afterall, he has it all. :mellow:
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Hey Jeff, I'm sure not doubting your take on a Panther, but could you explain this a little better? It's far from his personality profile at USC. He was very humble, very shy, and very homesick at one point. He avoided the party life while living in an upscale crib with Matt Leinart, which was considered quite an accomplishment on that campus (where I have family members in the student body). Needless to say this is all pretty disappointing. He's still very young and very talented. If he can get stronger and be more physical I still believe he can be an excellent NFL possession receiver and a major red zone threat.
 
hey chaos,

i think jeff might be referring to this incident:

Very interesting incident just happened in the locker room. Two reporters were talking with rookie receiver Dwayne Jarrett about his frustration at barely getting to play after being a second-round pick.

As Jarrett was talking, receiver Steve Smith, who hasn’t been talking to the media recently, walked out to his own locker and talked to Jarrett.

“Instead of talking to the media, why don’t you go watch some film?’’ Smith said.

Jarrett gave a slight smile and kept talking to the media.

Smith, followed up in a very strong tone.

“Seriously,’’ Smith said.

http://blogs.charlotte.com/panthers/2007/1...-has-messa.html

as a usc fan, its hard to admit but i think jeff has it pretty spot on.

 
Chaos Commish said:
Jeff Haseley said:
RedRaiders said:
Any additional thoughts a month, err year later?
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The problem with Jarrett is he thinks he's better than he really is and therefore the hunger to be better, do more, learn more and practice more is an after thought. Afterall, he has it all. :eek:
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Hey Jeff, I'm sure not doubting your take on a Panther, but could you explain this a little better? It's far from his personality profile at USC. He was very humble, very shy, and very homesick at one point. He avoided the party life while living in an upscale crib with Matt Leinart, which was considered quite an accomplishment on that campus (where I have family members in the student body). Needless to say this is all pretty disappointing. He's still very young and very talented. If he can get stronger and be more physical I still believe he can be an excellent NFL possession receiver and a major red zone threat.
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It's really a conglomeration opinion based on what other Charlotte area reporters and writers have said abut him, plus his issues that he has had with teammates and/or learning the ways of the NFL.
Steve Smith's locker room comment to Jarrett "Instead of talking to the media, why don't you go watch some film? Seriously" LINK
Comment from The Sporting News in last year's evaluation of Jarrett - "Jarrett does not have superstar ability but acts like he does"
His most recent DWI arrest LINKThis is a good interview of Dwayne Jarrett last year LINK

It displays how Jarrett feels about himself, his abilities and his talents. "I can't wait to show people how I play. They can underestimate me all they want, but when it comes to game time, I say look at the film, I know what I can do." To me that sounds like someone who is content on what he can do, not someone who wants to get better. It mentions his love for gaming and how juvenile he still is "Anytime I'm sitting in the house and I get bored, I'm popping in a game," says Jarrett. "I don't do the online stuff yet, though. To me it's still about talking trash to whoever is sitting next to you." That doesn't sound too focused and dedicated to me.

Having said all of this - He still has ability. He has outstanding hands and football knowledge, but he needs to put down the controller, hire a conditioning coach, listen to everything his coaches say and prove everyone wrong.

 
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jburns said:
hey chaos,

i think jeff might be referring to this incident:

Very interesting incident just happened in the locker room. Two reporters were talking with rookie receiver Dwayne Jarrett about his frustration at barely getting to play after being a second-round pick.

As Jarrett was talking, receiver Steve Smith, who hasn’t been talking to the media recently, walked out to his own locker and talked to Jarrett.

“Instead of talking to the media, why don’t you go watch some film?’’ Smith said.

Jarrett gave a slight smile and kept talking to the media.

Smith, followed up in a very strong tone.

“Seriously,’’ Smith said.

http://blogs.charlotte.com/panthers/2007/1...-has-messa.html

as a usc fan, its hard to admit but i think jeff has it pretty spot on.
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This was what I was talking about in my post. Smith called him out big time....
 
He hasn't proven he can do much of anything other than piss off SS and his teammates.....This will surely help. Nice job Dwayne

Per Rotoworld:

Panthers WR Dwayne Jarrett was arrested Tuesday in Mecklenberg County, North Carolina for driving while impaired.

This can't help his chances of being counted on for a major a role in Carolina's offense. Jarrett hardly saw the field as a rookie, and another off-field infraction would almost surely lead to a league-imposed suspension. This will also likely place Jarrett in the league's substance abuse program.
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ETA: LINK
 
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Weird that this Jarrett thread would get bumped this morning and then it's later reported that he got a DUI.

What an extreme coincidence.

:no: :no:

 
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