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LBH
Footballguy
he looked good at the end of last year. He had a lot of targets. I dont know how they compared to Branchs though
ThePittbully
Footballguy
I may take Hackett at 2.1 because I own Branch. Im debating over him, Brandon Marshall, Olsen if he slips that far, and Vincent Jackson. Or possibly one of the other RB's but none of the ones who will still be available are in favorable situations, except maybe michael bush or antonio pittman
DWidmar
Footballguy
DJax was injured and slowed the last part of the year. I took a look at the last 6 games of the season to see how each of them fared. Here is what I found.
Branch started all six games. here was his line. 22 catches, 268 yards and 0 td
DJ Hackett started 4 of the last six games. Here was his line. 25 catches, 371 yards and 3 td's
Close, but hard to say that either will be the number one guy. I do not know how many times each was targeted and that might give the rest of the story.
Branch started all six games. here was his line. 22 catches, 268 yards and 0 td
DJ Hackett started 4 of the last six games. Here was his line. 25 catches, 371 yards and 3 td's
Close, but hard to say that either will be the number one guy. I do not know how many times each was targeted and that might give the rest of the story.
LBH
Footballguy
that looks promising for Hackett. I though Hasselbeck locked on to kim down the stretch
mad sweeney
Footballguy
Don't forget Engram! He'll play almost as much as Hackett and Bobby is hands down Hass' favorite target. Burleson will be a non factor. He's a kick returner/WR4 now.
zamboni
Footballguy
Good point. As soon as I posted it, I realized that I omitted Engram. He's probably the guy among all of the four remaining receivers with whom Hasselback has the most comfort.
Michael Fox Fan
Footballguy
Engram isn't exactly Hass' most frequent target, though he is as you say Hass' favorite. DJax was clearly the #1 before. We're more likely to see a 1A/1B scenario now, unless either Branch or Hackett really steps up.
Pimpin Ain't Easy
Footballguy
To me, Branch is the guy.
You have to remember he showed up in like week 3 or something last year. Tried to learn the offense, and gain chemestry with Hasselback on the fly, all at once. Even if D-Jax had stayed, I was expecting an increase in Branch's role in the offense. With D Jax gone, Branch should shine IMO.
You have to remember he showed up in like week 3 or something last year. Tried to learn the offense, and gain chemestry with Hasselback on the fly, all at once. Even if D-Jax had stayed, I was expecting an increase in Branch's role in the offense. With D Jax gone, Branch should shine IMO.
LBH
Footballguy
It seemed to me Hackett didnt start seeing the field until a lot later than Branch, and outplayed him when he did.
NorrisB
Footballguy
PAE Doesnt know what he's talking about as usual. Hackett was a top 15 receiver with Djax down
CA_7
Footballguy
Generous prognostication there.....With the three games DJax missed, Hackett averaged 13.3 in a ppr league. Over an entire season that would put him at #21 WR between Glenn and Galloway in 06. (1 pt/rec, 1 pt/10yd, 6 pt/TD)Granted, Hackett is entering the magical 3rd year for a WR and has a shot at starting so top 20 for 2007 is very possible.
Beaumont
Footballguy
Hackett is going into his fourth year I believe ...
Pimpin Ain't Easy
Footballguy
To each thier own, but Hackett has been there for a few years, and knows the offense, and Hasselbeck pretty well I would guess.
CA_7
Footballguy
Yes, 4th year in NFL but has only played two seasons. Saw no action as a rookie. Thanks.
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Alluro
Footballguy
Still no response on his skillset? Has everyone posting here actually seen the guy play? Is he fast? quick? or just the product of the system? thoughts?
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LBH
Footballguy
based on what little ive seen, hes a tall reciever with good hands that doesnt have blazing speed but runs pretty good routes
LHUCKS
Footballguy
this is accurate
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
I'll offer a slightly different perspective:
Matt Hasselbeck was never right last year and Branch was still learning the offense. The Seahawks had a lot of injuries on the line, lost Hutchinson, didn't have a reliable TE, and played without a healthy Shawn Alexander until late in the season. The offense never hit it's stride and they still almost got to the NFC Championship.
This offense works on timing and Matt Hasselbeck is one of the most accurate QBs in the league. With a healthy line that is playing together, with a running game, with Branch becoming the aerial focus, and with Hasselbeck back to 2005 form...Hackett is only going to benefit. Both he and Engram, catch the ball well and are dependable and with Branch running underneath Hackett is going to get some good sideline opportunities downfield. Branch will be the main focus/target, but Hackett could very well have a better statistical season.
So my answer is no, he's not the #1 WR on the team. But that doesn't mean he won't be the #1 fantasy WR and I'd bet right now he leads the team in receptions.
Matt Hasselbeck was never right last year and Branch was still learning the offense. The Seahawks had a lot of injuries on the line, lost Hutchinson, didn't have a reliable TE, and played without a healthy Shawn Alexander until late in the season. The offense never hit it's stride and they still almost got to the NFC Championship.
This offense works on timing and Matt Hasselbeck is one of the most accurate QBs in the league. With a healthy line that is playing together, with a running game, with Branch becoming the aerial focus, and with Hasselbeck back to 2005 form...Hackett is only going to benefit. Both he and Engram, catch the ball well and are dependable and with Branch running underneath Hackett is going to get some good sideline opportunities downfield. Branch will be the main focus/target, but Hackett could very well have a better statistical season.
So my answer is no, he's not the #1 WR on the team. But that doesn't mean he won't be the #1 fantasy WR and I'd bet right now he leads the team in receptions.
LBH
Footballguy
i actually agree, I think Hackett may not be the 1st option in the passing game but will have a better fantasy season mostly because I see him scoring more tds
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
There is a guy from this site who knows more about DJ Hackett than all the rest combined.
Calling Shick!
Shick! please pick up the white courtesy phone and tell us what you think about DJ Hackett.
Calling Shick!
Shick! please pick up the white courtesy phone and tell us what you think about DJ Hackett.
Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
ANALYSIS
Positives: Tall target with thick muscle definition, tight waist, good hamstrings and bubble, and straight calves … Shows a strong burst getting off the line of scrimmage … Has the size and strength to bust through the jam … Runs tight, sharp short routes and has the leg drive to break tackles to gain good yardage after the catch (41.2 percent of his yardage came after catching the ball) …
I guess Hackett has a good bubble.. Who writes these reviews??
Positives: Tall target with thick muscle definition, tight waist, good hamstrings and bubble, and straight calves … Shows a strong burst getting off the line of scrimmage … Has the size and strength to bust through the jam … Runs tight, sharp short routes and has the leg drive to break tackles to gain good yardage after the catch (41.2 percent of his yardage came after catching the ball) …
I guess Hackett has a good bubble.. Who writes these reviews??
Kleck
Footballguy
Sorry I haven't chimed in early. I've been away from the boards since I stopped being the full time moderator.I've been watching the Seattle receivers closely for a long time. I've watched every play of every game since the early 80s, and while working for footballguys.com as a game recapper I've probably written about 50 recaps of Seahawk games. Why am I giving you my resume? Because I feel like I know this team better than pretty much everyone with the exception of a few beat writers.Doctor Detroit said:
So we can get it out of the way, I've been leading the Hackett bandwagon for a long time now. I'm biased. I really want him to shine so I can feel justified in my consistent backing of the kid.
What is it I like about him so much?
Hands. He catches the ball with his hands and has the ability to "snatch" the ball. The first thing I evaluate with any receiver is how often they catch the ball against their body instead of using their hands. See Koren Robinson if you want the definition of "body catcher".
Play Maker. Hackett has the ability to go up and grab the ball in traffic. He makes a play on the ball at its highest point. A guy like Jackson or Engram has to let the ball come down to them so they can hopefully catch it. Hackett will go get it, and he'll fight for it.
Can take a pop and hang on. Four times last year Seattle had to make fourth quarter drives allowing PK Josh Brown to make a game winning kick. On two of those drives Hackett made tough catches to keep drives alive. Both times he took big hits across the middle and held on.
From week 1 in Detroit:
From week 13 in Denver:Seattle Seahawks at 03:13
1-10-SEA20 (3:13) S.Alexander left tackle to SEA 34 for 14 yards (T.Holt).
1-10-SEA34 (2:43) S.Alexander right tackle to SEA 36 for 2 yards (E.Sims; B.Bailey).
2-8-SEA36 (1:59) M.Hasselbeck pass short right to D.Jackson ran ob at SEA 49 for 13 yards (E.Sims).
1-10-SEA49 (1:46) S.Alexander right end to SEA 45 for -4 yards (E.Sims; P.Lenon).
2-14-SEA45 (1:06) M.Hasselbeck pass short left to D.Hackett to DET 41 for 14 yards (D.Bly).
1-10-DET4123) M.Morris right end pushed ob at DET 24 for 17 yards (T.Holt).
1-10-DET24
2-10-DET24
SEA 9 DET 6, Plays: 8 Yards: 56 Possession: 3:13.
These two plays really stuck in my mind. I assume because I'm a fan and I want the guy to do well, but mostly because each was a clutch catch where he took a big hit.He's plenty fast enough. He's plenty tall enough. The bottom line is he makes plays and catches the ball. I've been scratching my head for the past two years wondering why he wasn't on the field more. To me he's been the hands-down best receiver in Seattle for a while now, but he just hasn't had the opportunities. Well, now he'll get his chance. Is he a lock for success? No one is, but in my opinion I think he has a great opportunity now and a solid skill set.Seattle Seahawks at 02:31
1-10-SEA14 (2:31) M.Hasselbeck pass short right to J.Stevens to SEA 20 for 6 yards (C.Bailey, DJ.Williams).
2-4-SEA20 (2:00) M.Hasselbeck pass incomplete short right to J.Stevens (G.Warren).
3-4-SEA20 (1:56) M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to N.Burleson to SEA 36 for 16 yards (C.Bailey).
1-10-SEA36 (1:23) S.Alexander up the middle to SEA 41 for 5 yards (K.Burns).
2-5-SEA41 (1:17) M.Hasselbeck pass short left to D.Branch to SEA 49 for 8 yards (D.Foxworth).
1-10-SEA49
1-10-DEN38
2-7-DEN35
2-12-DEN40
3-4-DEN32
4-4-DEN32
SEA 23 DEN 20, Plays: 10 Yards: 54 Possession: 2:32.
Last thought. Last year Hackett had an amazing catch percentage. I'll try to look it up and get you the data. I think Sando posted it as the Tacoma News Tribune in his blog.
Kleck
Footballguy
Biggest reason? No. The team would have kept Jackson if they felt they could. His getting shipped out of town was all about hurt feelings and money. Holmgren wanted to keep Jackson. This was all about Jackson and the new GM (Ruskell) not getting along.Jackson had agreements with the previous GM that the new GM wouldn't honor. Jackson wasn't willing to be a team player when it came to voluntary workouts and camps. Neither side would budge so it became an untenable relationship.
All this said, the emergence of Hackett was certainly a factor that allowed the team to move Jackson and still feel confident in their WR corps. Are they thrilled? Certainly not, but I am. I understand I'm lonely on this island, but I think the starting WRs in Seattle will be better this season than last (I include Engram in that bunch as he's on the field for at least 70% of the snaps). Look back at Hasselbeck's production when Jackson was out in 2005. Seattle went 9-0 during this stretch.
| 5 stl | 27 38 316 2 0 | 4 4 0 || 6 hou | 14 20 168 1 1 | 4 40 0 || 7 dal | 23 42 224 1 2 | 1 11 0 || 9 ari | 13 20 158 1 0 | 4 2 1 || 10 stl | 17 29 243 1 2 | 1 2 0 || 11 sfo | 19 31 233 1 0 | 6 7 0 || 12 nyg | 21 37 249 2 1 | 2 7 0 || 13 phi | 8 15 98 1 0 | 0 0 0 || 14 sfo | 21 25 226 4 1 | 1 9 0 |I'm more enthused to see Hackett get his shot than I am to see Jackson go, but...Ask yourself this. Have you ever seen Darrell Jackson make a spectacular catch? Even one? Just one play that made your jaw drop? My contention is that anyone spouting the greatness of Darrell Jackson hasn't seen anything more than stat lines. Yes, he's posted great numbers, but lots of mediocre talents have posted great numbers because they were in the right situation.
The "special" talent in Seattle is LT Walter Jones and head coach Mike Holmgren. Hasselbeck is solid. Alexander is above average, but the rest are just role players in a great system.
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Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
I agree, I don`t see Branch as anything special either.
Doctor Detroit
Please remove your headgear
Shick! knows stuff.
Alluro
Footballguy
So what you're saying is: When I take him #1 in my dynasty league FA draft, I am getting a super star level steal???Sorry I haven't chimed in early. I've been away from the boards since I stopped being the full time moderator.I've been watching the Seattle receivers closely for a long time. I've watched every play of every game since the early 80s, and while working for footballguys.com as a game recapper I've probably written about 50 recaps of Seahawk games. Why am I giving you my resume? Because I feel like I know this team better than pretty much everyone with the exception of a few beat writers.Doctor Detroit said:
So we can get it out of the way, I've been leading the Hackett bandwagon for a long time now. I'm biased. I really want him to shine so I can feel justified in my consistent backing of the kid.
What is it I like about him so much?
Hands. He catches the ball with his hands and has the ability to "snatch" the ball. The first thing I evaluate with any receiver is how often they catch the ball against their body instead of using their hands. See Koren Robinson if you want the definition of "body catcher".
Play Maker. Hackett has the ability to go up and grab the ball in traffic. He makes a play on the ball at its highest point. A guy like Jackson or Engram has to let the ball come down to them so they can hopefully catch it. Hackett will go get it, and he'll fight for it.
Can take a pop and hang on. Four times last year Seattle had to make fourth quarter drives allowing PK Josh Brown to make a game winning kick. On two of those drives Hackett made tough catches to keep drives alive. Both times he took big hits across the middle and held on.
From week 1 in Detroit:
From week 13 in Denver:Seattle Seahawks at 03:13
1-10-SEA20 (3:13) S.Alexander left tackle to SEA 34 for 14 yards (T.Holt).
1-10-SEA34 (2:43) S.Alexander right tackle to SEA 36 for 2 yards (E.Sims; B.Bailey).
2-8-SEA36 (1:59) M.Hasselbeck pass short right to D.Jackson ran ob at SEA 49 for 13 yards (E.Sims).
1-10-SEA49 (1:46) S.Alexander right end to SEA 45 for -4 yards (E.Sims; P.Lenon).
2-14-SEA45 (1:06) M.Hasselbeck pass short left to D.Hackett to DET 41 for 14 yards (D.Bly).
1-10-DET41
1-10-DET24
2-10-DET24
SEA 9 DET 6, Plays: 8 Yards: 56 Possession: 3:13.These two plays really stuck in my mind. I assume because I'm a fan and I want the guy to do well, but mostly because each was a clutch catch where he took a big hit.He's plenty fast enough. He's plenty tall enough. The bottom line is he makes plays and catches the ball. I've been scratching my head for the past two years wondering why he wasn't on the field more. To me he's been the hands-down best receiver in Seattle for a while now, but he just hasn't had the opportunities. Well, now he'll get his chance. Is he a lock for success? No one is, but in my opinion I think he has a great opportunity now and a solid skill set.Seattle Seahawks at 02:31
1-10-SEA14 (2:31) M.Hasselbeck pass short right to J.Stevens to SEA 20 for 6 yards (C.Bailey, DJ.Williams).
2-4-SEA20 (2:00) M.Hasselbeck pass incomplete short right to J.Stevens (G.Warren).
3-4-SEA20 (1:56) M.Hasselbeck pass deep right to N.Burleson to SEA 36 for 16 yards (C.Bailey).
1-10-SEA36 (1:23) S.Alexander up the middle to SEA 41 for 5 yards (K.Burns).
2-5-SEA41 (1:17) M.Hasselbeck pass short left to D.Branch to SEA 49 for 8 yards (D.Foxworth).
1-10-SEA49
1-10-DEN38
2-7-DEN35
2-12-DEN40
3-4-DEN32
4-4-DEN32
SEA 23 DEN 20, Plays: 10 Yards: 54 Possession: 2:32.
Last thought. Last year Hackett had an amazing catch percentage. I'll try to look it up and get you the data. I think Sando posted it as the Tacoma News Tribune in his blog.
Kleck
Footballguy
I said no such thing. I believe he's every bit as good as Jackson, and better, but I don't think any WR playing in Seattle will post numbers to make him worthy of a pick like that.Good? Yes. Great? Maybe. At the top end I could see him ranking around 10-12 at the end of the season. The dude has a pretty high ceiling in relation to where he'll be drafted in your redraft leagues. I expect Branch to lead in catches, Hackett to lead in scores, and their fantasy totals to be about equivalent. However, Branch certainly has a defined ceiling, where Hackett doesn't.So what you're saying is: When I take him #1 in my dynasty league FA draft, I am getting a super star level steal???
Alluro
Footballguy
If i get top 10-12 numbers at the end of the season, that will be a huge gain for me in my league's free agent draft. The WR pickings are scarce and this guy looks like a genuine sleeper. What do you see as his floor if 10-12 is his ceiling? 10-12 would be a SUPER pickup for me in my league.I said no such thing. I believe he's every bit as good as Jackson, and better, but I don't think any WR playing in Seattle will post numbers to make him worthy of a pick like that.Good? Yes. Great? Maybe. At the top end I could see him ranking around 10-12 at the end of the season. The dude has a pretty high ceiling in relation to where he'll be drafted in your redraft leagues. I expect Branch to lead in catches, Hackett to lead in scores, and their fantasy totals to be about equivalent. However, Branch certainly has a defined ceiling, where Hackett doesn't.So what you're saying is: When I take him #1 in my dynasty league FA draft, I am getting a super star level steal???
Baron Samedi
Footballguy
I said no such thing. I believe he's every bit as good as Jackson, and better, but I don't think any WR playing in Seattle will post numbers to make him worthy of a pick like that.Good? Yes. Great? Maybe. At the top end I could see him ranking around 10-12 at the end of the season. The dude has a pretty high ceiling in relation to where he'll be drafted in your redraft leagues. I expect Branch to lead in catches, Hackett to lead in scores, and their fantasy totals to be about equivalent. However, Branch certainly has a defined ceiling, where Hackett doesn't.So what you're saying is: When I take him #1 in my dynasty league FA draft, I am getting a super star level steal???
Hasselback was locked on him last season like Delhomme is to Smith. Hackett will be the next "out of nowhere" WR to crash the top ten party. 
Jason Wood
Zoo York
GB the first hype thread of the year...LOL at DJ Hackett as the main man in Seattle.
Deion Branch down? Bobby Engram down? Nate Burleson down?
WRBC at best for Hackett.
Deion Branch down? Bobby Engram down? Nate Burleson down?
WRBC at best for Hackett.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
GRIDIRON ASSASSIN
Footballguy
Branch, Burleson, Engram, Pollard and then Hackett
Jason Wood
Zoo York
So you disagree LHUCKS?
NorrisB
Footballguy
Definite fishing trip by woods
LHUCKS
Footballguy
Yes. I think hackett is the most likely starter after Branch and as Shick stated he took advantage of the opportunity given to him. His measurables are fine and his on the field play was impressive. There's no reason to not like him.A) He had roughly the same YPC as Branch, and much better than Engram or BurlesonB) Burleson's primary role will be special teams as he was outplayed by Hackett at WR IMHOC) Engram is reliable but with his limited physical ability is better suited as a #3 WRD) He's the best WR redzone target on the teamThe #2 job is Hackett's to lose and I think we're looking at a 1A and 1B type of situation in terms of targets between he and Branch.So you disagree LHUCKS?
