Not to hijack this thread, but no Roydell Williams?THe Titans letting Bennett go without so much as a wimper leads me to believe they think they have at least 3 playable WRs on the roster. Roby, Givens (coming back from injury) and Wade.
Not to hijack this thread, but no Roydell Williams?THe Titans letting Bennett go without so much as a wimper leads me to believe they think they have at least 3 playable WRs on the roster. Roby, Givens (coming back from injury) and Wade.
Bad assumption, IMO. There could definitely be a Greg Jennings or two in this bunch.As for potential new additions, outside of perhaps Stallworth, there doesn't seem to be much in the way of FAs that could make a major impact. And unless they trade up for Calvin Johnson (unlikely), a rookie probably won't be a big factor (at least initially).
Correct, although hence the word probably. For every Jennings or Colston, there are plenty of rookie WRs that don't make much of an immediate impact (if at all).EBF said:Bad assumption, IMO. There could definitely be a Greg Jennings or two in this bunch.zamboni said:As for potential new additions, outside of perhaps Stallworth, there doesn't seem to be much in the way of FAs that could make a major impact. And unless they trade up for Calvin Johnson (unlikely), a rookie probably won't be a big factor (at least initially).
I thought Wade was a FA as well? From the Blogger...March 1, 2007, 19:11 Titans :: WR, DLWR Bennett, WR Wade, DT R. Smith, Leaving TitansAssociated Press, ESPN - [Full Article]WR Drew Bennett, WR Bobby Wade, and DT Robaire Smith are leaving as free agents. All three are set to test the market, and likely won't return to the team. Bennett will be one of the top receivers available in free agency. So wouldn't that mean Brandon Jones, Givens, Roby, & Roydell Williams?Patoons said:Not to hijack this thread, but no Roydell Williams?THe Titans letting Bennett go without so much as a wimper leads me to believe they think they have at least 3 playable WRs on the roster. Roby, Givens (coming back from injury) and Wade.
Talk about flying under the radar.... you should be able to grab this guy LATE!Now if Young can just do his best 'Randall Cunningham circa 1998' impression.The Rams signed Drew Bennet. I think the most critical impact of that deal will be on Brandon Jones.He will present absurd value in drafts this year. I would not be surprised to see him be the biggest sleeper of 2007.I still think he's my sleeper WR pick going into 2007. I'll target him in every single draft, particularly dynasty drafts (because, after this year, it could be too late).
Fair point, but VY and Jones had some good chemistry going last year. and Young will likely only get better.But yes, there still could be some guys like Roydell and Roby that could make some strides.Im curbing my enthusasm about Brandon Jones, I was also high on Roydell Williams, as McNair compared the two to Harrison and Wayne, but with Vince Young as the passer, how productive can these guys be?
I think if he puts up Matt Jones/Reggie Williams type numbers, ie 650 yards 5 Tds that would be an excellent accomplishmentzamboni said:Fair point, but VY and Jones had some good chemistry going last year. and Young will likely only get better.But yes, there still could be some guys like Roydell and Roby that could make some strides.gocats said:Im curbing my enthusasm about Brandon Jones, I was also high on Roydell Williams, as McNair compared the two to Harrison and Wayne, but with Vince Young as the passer, how productive can these guys be?
Don't be shocked to see 1,000 yards.I think if he puts up Matt Jones/Reggie Williams type numbers, ie 650 yards 5 Tds that would be an excellent accomplishmentzamboni said:Fair point, but VY and Jones had some good chemistry going last year. and Young will likely only get better.But yes, there still could be some guys like Roydell and Roby that could make some strides.gocats said:Im curbing my enthusasm about Brandon Jones, I was also high on Roydell Williams, as McNair compared the two to Harrison and Wayne, but with Vince Young as the passer, how productive can these guys be?
Also, Travis Wilson of the Browns was a WR on that team. In college, Wilson was better than most realize compared to Jones and Bradley. But, Wilson was injured his sernior year. Travis Wilson might be a WR to keep your eye on.Amazing the OU receivers Clayton, Bradley and Jones are all good, what are your thoughts on Bradley Otis? He was ahead of Jones on the depth chart
When all of these WRs were seniors except Wilson, he still produced. Check out these stats from 2004 when Jones, Clayton, and Bradley were seniors and Wilson was a junior.Mark Bradley 10 games 4 rushes 73 yards 1 rush TD 23 rec 491 rec yds 7 rec TDsMark Clayton 13 games 4 rushes 11 yards 0 rush TD 66 rec 876 rec yds 8 rec TDsBrandon Jones 13 games 27 rec 345 rec yds 3 rec TDsTravis Wilson 12 games 1 rush 5 yds 50 rec 660 rec yds 11 rec TDsWilson was looking like a stud entering his senior season, but was injured and only played 7 games.Also, Travis Wilson of the Browns was a WR on that team. In college, Wilson was better than most realize compared to Jones and Bradley. But, Wilson was injured his sernior year. Travis Wilson might be a WR to keep your eye on.Amazing the OU receivers Clayton, Bradley and Jones are all good, what are your thoughts on Bradley Otis? He was ahead of Jones on the depth chart
Is Brandon Jones a 10-year vet? No, so why treat him like one? It seems reasonable to think the youngster has plenty of upside and there will be a lot of "learning by doing" as the season goes along. The pace last year is almost entirely irrelevant. A 2nd year VY won't hurt either.over the last 7 games he was on pace for 585 yards over a full season, Id be suprised if he hit 700 yards at the most
I like Bradley a lot, but I think Jones is more an all-purpose NFL receiver. I agree I'm pretty high on Jones and always have been, and I think this is the make-or-break year for him. If he will ever step up and shine, it will be this year. If he gets hurt or is bad this year, you cut him and forget him.Amazing the OU receivers Clayton, Bradley and Jones are all good, what are your thoughts on Bradley Otis? He was ahead of Jones on the depth chart
what kind of performance do you want out of him for it not to be considered a bad year?I think if he starts, I would think 650 yds and 4 Tds would be a successful season with that QB.I like Bradley a lot, but I think Jones is more an all-purpose NFL receiver. I agree I'm pretty high on Jones and always have been, and I think this is the make-or-break year for him. If he will ever step up and shine, it will be this year. If he gets hurt or is bad this year, you cut him and forget him.Amazing the OU receivers Clayton, Bradley and Jones are all good, what are your thoughts on Bradley Otis? He was ahead of Jones on the depth chart
If he takes on the WR1 role, I would expect significantly more yards and TDs.what kind of performance do you want out of him for it not to be considered a bad year?I think if he starts, I would think 650 yds and 4 Tds would be a successful season with that QB.I like Bradley a lot, but I think Jones is more an all-purpose NFL receiver. I agree I'm pretty high on Jones and always have been, and I think this is the make-or-break year for him. If he will ever step up and shine, it will be this year. If he gets hurt or is bad this year, you cut him and forget him.Amazing the OU receivers Clayton, Bradley and Jones are all good, what are your thoughts on Bradley Otis? He was ahead of Jones on the depth chart
Orr?Fair point, but VY and Jones had some good chemistry going last year. and Young will likely only get better.But yes, there still could be some guys like Roydell and Roby that could make some strides.Im curbing my enthusasm about Brandon Jones, I was also high on Roydell Williams, as McNair compared the two to Harrison and Wayne, but with Vince Young as the passer, how productive can these guys be?
Curtis?I suppose they could bring in somone like Bryant for a visit as well.Stallworth was signed by the Pats, so there doesn't seem to be anyone on the FA horizon that would be significant threat to Jones' PT.A rookie perhaps, but Brandon seems to have a leg up heading into this year.
Curtis would be a good addition, but I see Jones more of a #1 WR than Curtis. Bryant is certainly a possibility, but IIRC he also has a 4 game suspension to contend with first.Curtis?I suppose they could bring in somone like Bryant for a visit as well.Stallworth was signed by the Pats, so there doesn't seem to be anyone on the FA horizon that would be significant threat to Jones' PT.A rookie perhaps, but Brandon seems to have a leg up heading into this year.
I think Bobby Orr has a better shot at being a major factor.Orr?Fair point, but VY and Jones had some good chemistry going last year. and Young will likely only get better.But yes, there still could be some guys like Roydell and Roby that could make some strides.Im curbing my enthusasm about Brandon Jones, I was also high on Roydell Williams, as McNair compared the two to Harrison and Wayne, but with Vince Young as the passer, how productive can these guys be?
Even with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
see Vick, MichaelEven with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
See two different quarterbacks.Vick = run first, pass secondYoung = pass first, run secondYoung is also MUCH more accurate. Two separate animals here.see Vick, MichaelEven with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
Granted, I know more about the diminutive songwriter Paul Williams than the guy the Titans drafted in the 3rd round, but with no WR drafted by the team in the first 2 rounds, that has to be some sign of confidence for Jones. And Mike Williams is heading to Oakland.
I don't know if I agree with ya here. Call it nerves or whatever but he did play alot like Vick at times his rookie year. EVERYONE has said he's a passer and not just like that so I expect to see significant improvement in his passing stats in 07 but....it's pretty hard to look at his stats(or watch a game) and say he's wasn't Vick like in 06.When a guy's throwing for 80-160 yards a game it's pretty hard to think of him as a "pure passer".It also is entirely possible he doesn't know when to run and when to drop back and needs to learn. It's possible Fisher+co have him running when he should pass. The line could have messed up any plans they had too and he was adlibbing as I saw them break down plenty.IF everyone is right and he is a "pure passer" well then something was wrong or "off" or he was uncomfy in 06.I don't see how anyone could say he was much different than Vick in 06 thoughSee two different quarterbacks.Vick = run first, pass secondYoung = pass first, run secondYoung is also MUCH more accurate. Two separate animals here.see Vick, MichaelEven with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
Good points on Young, but his passing improved dramatically as the season wore on. HE still has some work to do, but he's getting there.I don't know if I agree with ya here. Call it nerves or whatever but he did play alot like Vick at times his rookie year. EVERYONE has said he's a passer and not just like that so I expect to see significant improvement in his passing stats in 07 but....it's pretty hard to look at his stats(or watch a game) and say he's wasn't Vick like in 06.When a guy's throwing for 80-160 yards a game it's pretty hard to think of him as a "pure passer".It also is entirely possible he doesn't know when to run and when to drop back and needs to learn. It's possible Fisher+co have him running when he should pass. The line could have messed up any plans they had too and he was adlibbing as I saw them break down plenty.IF everyone is right and he is a "pure passer" well then something was wrong or "off" or he was uncomfy in 06.I don't see how anyone could say he was much different than Vick in 06 thoughSee two different quarterbacks.Vick = run first, pass secondYoung = pass first, run secondYoung is also MUCH more accurate. Two separate animals here.see Vick, MichaelEven with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
Tennessee sure loves those TEs.Even with the rushing production I can't imagine how people project VY as a top 10 QB and not lead to a reasonably productive WR1 for whoever that might be. I would think Brandon Jones has a very strong opportunity to finish in the top 20 at WR given they should be playing from behind a nice bonus of GTP. I also agree that if he doesn't break out in 2007 that his time is up on my dynasty benches.
I thought Troupe was a huge disappointment last year and that the Titans were really down on him. If the TEs are going to benefit, wouldn't it be Scaife, not Troupe?I like Jones, too - evidence by this thread. And I'll choo-choo this year for him. I expect him to reach the starting fantasy receiver standard of the right side of 65-950-5, with great fantasy upside potential.But, I think the biggest beneficiary of Bennett leaving and Given injured will be the TEs, especially Troupe, and not necessarily Jones.
yeap.. those 10th rd FF WRs that don't workout can kill yaBye 5 page thread, I think we can all agree BJones = BUST!