Comparing the Jones's (1 Viewer)

[Deuce'sWild]

Both these rookies have been very impressive in the preseason, and could represent some value down the stretch.

Driver's injury doesn't appear to be serious, so James will have to beat out Jennings for the #2 WR position in GB. Favre seems to like this guy, but I'm not sure he will unseat Jennings right off the bat. If you remember, Jennings exploded onto the seen similarly last year....I think he was top 5 fantasy WR for the first 4 weeks of the season. Green Bay's defense is solid, so they may throw a little less than Houston.

Jacoby's all but locked up the #2 slot in Houston after last night's performance. He only has Walter to beat out as the #2, and also is involved in punt returns. Houston's defense will give up a lot of points, and I'm assuming Houston will put the ball in the air more than the Packers because of the lesser def.

Which of these two rookie do you like to have a better rookie season? I'm not talking long term prospects here, I just want to know what you think about their opportunites this season.

 

[Slider]

Jacoby now and later.

 

[Flexmaster]

Jacoby!

Opportunity =

 

[bb7278]

I think we should rename this thread the ********OFFICIAL******* Man-Love for Jacoby Jones thread.

 

[BigTex]

Last weeks Dynasty draft I went with James in the 4th, was looking to grab Jacoby in the 5th but someone took him two picks after mine.

Up until this week it seems as if James had been playing better than Jacoby, but you can't go wrong with either one.

 

[TheGreatest]

Last weeks Dynasty draft I went with James in the 4th, was looking to grab Jacoby in the 5th but someone took him two picks after mine. Up until this week it seems as if James had been playing better than Jacoby, but you can't go wrong with either one.

Jacoby has played just as well if not better than James the whole preseason...he just hasn't been getting the hype.

 

[TheBradyBunch]

I don't know much about Jacoby, but I have seen every second of the Packers preseason games. Here's my unbiased opinion on James thus far, fwiw:

He's been the talk of the Packers camp, but he still has to clean up the mental side of things before he has a chance to pass Jennings on the depth chart. Let's not forget that in addition to leading the league in preseason receiving last season, Jennings also knew how to play all 3 wr spots. Here's a good article about the learning curve for Jones: http://www.jsonline.com/story/index.aspx?id=651716

If my math is correct, James Jones has 21 targets so far through 3 preseason games. While some are quick to assume he's quickly developed a great chemistry with the legend, most of it has been with Aaron Rodgers - which is extremely encouraging for the future - but something to keep in mind.

Favre to Jones: 7 Targets, 1 TD

Rodgers to Jones: 14 Targets, 1 TD

James seems like the real deal and another great pick by Ted Thompson. Physically, I think he's clearly ready to be a difference-maker, but I still think he's the #3 for the forseeable future. That could certainly change with experience, however. JMHO.

 

[Deuce'sWild]

Preaseason stats to date....

James Jones: 16 catches 196 yds 2 td

Jacoby Jones: 8 catches 105 yds 1 td

Just added for thought.

I think what it boils down to in the regular season is opportunity, and it seems like Jacoby will get more opps this year given the talent in front of him (or lack thereof) and the number of passing plays Houston will need to play catch-up.

 

[TheGreatest]

Preaseason stats to date....James Jones: 16 catches 196 yds 2 tdJacoby Jones: 8 catches 105 yds 1 tdJust added for thought. I think what it boils down to in the regular season is opportunity, and it seems like Jacoby will get more opps this year given the talent in front of him (or lack thereof) and the number of passing plays Houston will need to play catch-up.

You have to count the 2 punt return TDs he has as well.

 

[whodeywhodey]

Jacoby.

Better offense and he'll start. The other reasons don't matter.

 

[Sylira21]

Houston's defense will give up a lot of points, and I'm assuming Houston will put the ball in the air more than the Packers because of the lesser def.

I'm not so sure about this. Very few teams pass more than the Packers.Don't know how this will shake out, but I think I'd take Jacoby Jones because he's presumably the starter, and Schaub (limited evidence) seems to have a clue on how to be a good passer, which should upgrade the Texans passing game. And Kubiak really should be a good offensive coach, once he gets the pieces in, and the system dialed in.

 

[Anthony Borbely]

Jacoby. Better offense and he'll start. The other reasons don't matter.

Not to mention more raw talent.

 

[Bri]

Jacoby seems to have a better opportunity right now but James is sure pressing the Pack to find ways to put him in the game.

While it'd go against what they normally do, going 3 wide with no TE and a HOF QB throwing the rock doesn't seem like a crazy move.(Not a Franks fan) IIRC Driver goes to the slot then and James is in the key spot to be in the Pack offense.

I'm still curious why they signed McCardell. I hope he doesn't throw a monkey wrench into this

 

[bb7278]

I just cut Crayton for Jacoby as my #6 WR!

 

[BigTex]

Preaseason stats to date....James Jones: 16 catches 196 yds 2 tdJacoby Jones: 8 catches 105 yds 1 tdJust added for thought. I think what it boils down to in the regular season is opportunity, and it seems like Jacoby will get more opps this year given the talent in front of him (or lack thereof) and the number of passing plays Houston will need to play catch-up.

You have to count the 2 punt return TDs he has as well.

Not all leagues count punt returns, like I said earlier James seems to be playing better than Jacoby. I wanted them both on my roster but it didn't happen that way. James at this point is worthy of the hype he's been getting. Looks like he's out producing all the rook wr at the point.twocents

 

[Lott's Fingertip]

I can't keep up in this thread...

 

[kevthegrad]

Jacoby. Better offense and he'll start. The other reasons don't matter.

Um....when exactly did we establish that they had a better offense in Texas?

 

[ffguru56]

I was pretty fortunate because I snagged both of them in the latter rounds of our dynasty draft. What I find appealing about Jacoby is that he seems to have solidified the #2 role and has played well in the preseason. However he will not ever be the #1 guy with Johnson there so that must be considered when speaking of his long-term value. On the other hand, Driver is old and if there is talk that Jacoby could take out Jennings at #2 or at leas that GB is trying to make their offense includes him bodes very well for a (current) #3 WR. His future at being the #1 on his team is bright but then again, at some point close by, there will be a rookie QB throwing to him.

For this year I say Jacoby outperforms James and thus is better value, particularly because he's the #2. However, long term I can't decide which I like more. Both have some positives and negatives at their current situations.

 

[Hipple Long Ware & Peete]

Preaseason stats to date....James Jones: 16 catches 196 yds 2 tdJacoby Jones: 8 catches 105 yds 1 tdJust added for thought. I think what it boils down to in the regular season is opportunity, and it seems like Jacoby will get more opps this year given the talent in front of him (or lack thereof) and the number of passing plays Houston will need to play catch-up.

You have to count the 2 punt return TDs he has as well.

not in most leagues...

 

[Hipple Long Ware & Peete]

I was pretty fortunate because I snagged both of them in the latter rounds of our dynasty draft. What I find appealing about Jacoby is that he seems to have solidified the #2 role and has played well in the preseason. However he will not ever be the #1 guy with Johnson there so that must be considered when speaking of his long-term value. On the other hand, Driver is old and if there is talk that Jacoby could take out Jennings at #2 or at leas that GB is trying to make their offense includes him bodes very well for a (current) #3 WR. His future at being the #1 on his team is bright but then again, at some point close by, there will be a rookie QB throwing to him.For this year I say Jacoby outperforms James and thus is better value, particularly because he's the #2. However, long term I can't decide which I like more. Both have some positives and negatives at their current situations.

let's also look at the raw talent of the guys ahead of them. Andre Johnson is a beast, and jones will likely be no better than WR2 for a while. Driver has good hands and routes but he is not a Wr1 (in NFL terms) in FF he gets wr1 pts, but from what they say of Jones his hands are like flypaper. That means balls from favre, as that guy guns it and hates drops. I have to think that size alone will mean that he has a better chance to be the WR1 in GB with driver playing more of a reggie wayne to James Harisson. That said I don't know much about Jacoby Jones. BUt after this thread I'll have to look a little closer.

 

[Righetti]

I was pretty fortunate because I snagged both of them in the latter rounds of our dynasty draft. What I find appealing about Jacoby is that he seems to have solidified the #2 role and has played well in the preseason. However he will not ever be the #1 guy with Johnson there so that must be considered when speaking of his long-term value. On the other hand, Driver is old and if there is talk that Jacoby james could take out Jennings at #2 or at leas that GB is trying to make their offense includes him bodes very well for a (current) #3 WR. His future at being the #1 on his team is bright but then again, at some point close by, there will be a rookie QB throwing to him.

For this year I say Jacoby outperforms James and thus is better value, particularly because he's the #2. However, long term I can't decide which I like more. Both have some positives and negatives at their current situations.

fixed for clarification

 

[Fear The Turtle]

Boy, this thread is the very antithesis of the crappy M. Turner thread out there now. Lots of good postings and very informative (for me, at least). My main league rewards 6 to the player for return scores; I didn't even know Jacoby had two thus far. Thanks, guys.