[DYNASTY] The Buy List (1 Viewer)

[offdee]

I believe Michael Clayton is a good buy right now.

Excellent rookie year and then has tailed off the past couple....how often does that happen? Usually it's a rough rookie year and gradually get better over the course of the next couple years. That tends to make me believe that the talent is there, but outside circumstances fell apart around him (QB play and injury).

For what he can be had for these days the upside is tremendous.

I know someone turned down a Jacoby Jones (Rookie WR- Texans) for Clayton straight up. I just today traded for Clayton (& Sammy Morris as a Maroney owner) for Brad Smith and Dwayne Wright. I'll take my chances for that price.

 

[Bears_Man2]

Clayton's price is so low right now, why not take the chance. I just got him as my WR7 in a league.

I don't know if I drafted him because I had faith in him.....or more of the faith in Jeff Garcia.

 

[Faust]

 

[EBF]

Clayton is a good suggestion. He looked like the second coming of Rod Smith back in his rookie year. Then he hit the wall in a major way. I agree that the talent is there. As Joey Galloway and Terry Glenn have proven in recent years, it's a mistake to write off players who've done it before (although David Boston, Marcus Robinson, and others might argue differently).

 

[fridayfrenzy]

Caddy Williams seems to be at a good moment to buy now simply because he is coming off a terrible year. The difference from Caddy coming off a rookie of the year campaign and last season could not be further apart and thus makes it a prime time to get him at a good price.

In dynasty leagues, Caddy is falling to the 4th-6th rounds, but people seem to forget he was a highly touted rookie who won the OROY and last year was basically the worst possible scenario in every sense.

 

[EBF]

Caddy Williams seems to be at a good moment to buy now simply because he is coming off a terrible year. The difference from Caddy coming off a rookie of the year campaign and last season could not be further apart and thus makes it a prime time to get him at a good price. In dynasty leagues, Caddy is falling to the 4th-6th rounds, but people seem to forget he was a highly touted rookie who won the OROY and last year was basically the worst possible scenario in every sense.

He's another decent candidate. I think he has all the talent needed to be an effective NFL starter. But I have two concerns about him in the short-term: supporting cast and health. The Bucs don't look like they'll be scoring many TDs anytime soon and Cadillac has had injury issues throughout his entire football career.

 

[Sweetness_34]

I am guessing whoever is going to be Houston's #2 WR must be a good buy. With Andre Johnson opposite him, he should get lots of opportunities for at least a 60 catch season....not bad for a WR3 kinda guy.

Who is the Texan's #2 with Moulds now gone?

 

[EBF]

I am guessing whoever is going to be Houston's #2 WR must be a good buy. With Andre Johnson opposite him, he should get lots of opportunities for at least a 60 catch season....not bad for a WR3 kinda guy. Who is the Texan's #2 with Moulds now gone?

Kevin Walter? If I remember correctly, they spent decent coin to get him last offseason.Common sense would say Jacoby Jones will eventually get a shot at that role, but that's obviously contingent on him not sucking.

 

[Penguin]

I am guessing whoever is going to be Houston's #2 WR must be a good buy. With Andre Johnson opposite him, he should get lots of opportunities for at least a 60 catch season....not bad for a WR3 kinda guy. Who is the Texan's #2 with Moulds now gone?

Kevin Walter? If I remember correctly, they spent decent coin to get him last offseason.Common sense would say Jacoby Jones will eventually get a shot at that role, but that's obviously contingent on him not sucking.

I don't think there is a true #2 in Houston. Kevin Walter, Andre Davis, Jerome Mathis, Jacoby Jones. Heck, Owen Daniels may be the 2nd most productive receiver in '07

 

[BroadwayG]

The Raider offense.

 

[RD1967]

I think you gotta add WR Jason Hill to the list: Chance to take over a starting role this year in a Young offense. I had him rated in the TOP 5 for WR coming out of college this year. Some have him pegged for a Number 2, I think he is going to be solid number one WR.

OOPS okay re-read your Post and I see it sould make no sense to list Hill, getting too much attention and not a good buy low candidate. Sorry about that.

 

[stevegamer]

I'll throw in Jerry Porter. Talented, but a headcase last year for a team out of control. Moss is gone as the #1. New regime might mean a clean slate. radiers offense was horrid last year, and should improve.

 

[Ron_Mexico]

I am guessing whoever is going to be Houston's #2 WR must be a good buy. With Andre Johnson opposite him, he should get lots of opportunities for at least a 60 catch season....not bad for a WR3 kinda guy. Who is the Texan's #2 with Moulds now gone?

Kevin Walter? If I remember correctly, they spent decent coin to get him last offseason.Common sense would say Jacoby Jones will eventually get a shot at that role, but that's obviously contingent on him not sucking.

I picked up both of Jacoby and Walter in a recent rookie draft.I actually got Kevin Walter at 4.10. I was surprised that no one snagged him earlier.

 

[homebrumiester]

LenDale White is going to be a bust and this is your last chance to get him cheap.

fixed

 

[Patoons]

2007 Stovall = 2006 Cotchery

 

[fezic]

I am guessing whoever is going to be Houston's #2 WR must be a good buy. With Andre Johnson opposite him, he should get lots of opportunities for at least a 60 catch season....not bad for a WR3 kinda guy. Who is the Texan's #2 with Moulds now gone?

Kevin Walter? If I remember correctly, they spent decent coin to get him last offseason.Common sense would say Jacoby Jones will eventually get a shot at that role, but that's obviously contingent on him not sucking.

I picked up both of Jacoby and Walter in a recent rookie draft.I actually got Kevin Walter at 4.10. I was surprised that no one snagged him earlier.

um, that's because Kevin Walter is not a rookie...

 

[BLOX]

I think Aaron Rodgers should be added to this list as well. I love Brett Favre as much as any Packerfan, but I just have a gut feeling that Favre's streak is going to end early this season. I don't want to see him hurt, but I feel it in my gut for some reason. What's strange is that I've always felt that Favre would never get hurt because of the way he knows how to take a hit. I really hope I'm wrong, but I'm going to grab Rodgers if I can. From the OTA reports, Rodgers has looked like he finally understands the offense. I doubt his value is going to change anytime soon, so make sure you get to take a look at what he does in preseason. If he looks solid, which he should since the 2nd string offense will have many guys who played 1st string last season (Ruvell Martin, Franks, Moll, Herron, and Carlisle Holiday) everyone should be on the same page as they fight for roster spots behind Morency/Jackson, Driver/Jennings.

 

[Saints-Man]

 

[Patoons]

Stovall = 2006 Cotchery...

He's got the opportunity, size, skill to succeed.

ETA: And he's got the heart, desire and work ethic

 

[Grimmett]

 

[CA_7]

Alex Smith, QB, San Francisco - Smith quietly made huge strides in 2006. He improved his QB rating by 34 points and improved his completion percentage by more than 7 percent. After throwing 1 TD and 11 INTs in 2005, Smith threw 16 TDs and 16 INTs last season. Smith is a former number one overall pick and is barely 23 years old. He appears to have a great attitude and it looks like his best days are ahead of him. The 49ers are one of the rising organizations in the NFL. As Smith continues to mature and the team continues to add talent, his value should increase. I don't know if he'll ever throw enough to be a true FF star, but I think he has a good chance of eventually becoming a steady top 10 QB. While other owners are overpaying for Cutler, Leinart, and Young, it might be wise to pick up Smith at a bargain price.

The more I read about SF's offseason and look back at 2006, the more I like this pick. SF made some noise last year, have a great running attack and have a very underrated WR core with DJax, Battle and especially Davis. Am not sure what to make of DJax's turf toe but am hoping he will play through it ala Coles.The fast that SF's defense is trying to catch up with the level of play of the offense should also give Smith more opportunities to put up FF points, especially with the talent of the other teams in the NFC West (who they each play twice a year).

Good point about Cutler, Leinart, Young since Smith has an additional year of NFL experience on them as well. For QBs this is huge.

 

[nygiants56]

Braylon EdwardsJason CampbellLadell BettsMarion BarberWes Welker

I'm not a big fan of Portis, great talent, wrong system for him.Welker could be a sneaky 80-catch guy, with all the focus on Moss and Stallworth , Welker figures to see a lot of action on the short routes..I'll add to this list:Zach Miller - Oakland's OC is Greg Knapp, a guy who loves to utilize the TE position ( see Alge Crumpler). The team is reportedly unhappy with Courtney Anderson , and they used a 2nd round pick on Miller.But with Knapp calling plays and with a rookie QB at the helm, a TE is a QB's best friend. Another Todd Heap in the making.Devery Henderson - Can Colston repeat his terrific rookie season, or will he suffer a sophomore slump?If he slumps, Henderson figures to be the main benefactor. If Colston proves to be the real deal, Henderson will benefit from defenses rolling their coverage towards Colston, leaving Henderson in more 1-on-1 coverage. ADP will be LOW on this guy, he's every bit as promising as Hackett is in Seattle.I'm not a big Ronnie Brown fan, but if you believe that Cam Cameron is going to turn around that pathetic Miami offense, Brown is a your certified stud RB , going forward. Cameron loves to call screen passes and dumpoffs to the RB ( LT2 avg'd 67 catches per season while Cameron was OC in San Diego). Brown has a great set of hands, and could catch 50+ balls this season. Who else on the team has shown they can catch the ball with any consistency?! Cameron has never been a big proponent of passing to the WR's , he uses the TE and RB's more than anything else. Brown has averaged 4.3 ypc in his NFL seasons , not bad when you consider how bad the coaching and the QB play has been down there. If ( a mighty big if) the Dolphins get their O-line sorted out, Brown has a bright future.

There is no way Welker catches 80 balls with Moss and Stallworth - unless Maroney gets hurt and they throw the ball like the Rams did in their heyday (and even then their defense is good enough to still try to win if the offense plays conservative). Also Cam Cameron threw the ball to the TE and RB so much with the Chargers because of LT and AG (well that and their pathetic lacks of any quality WRs). Brown might catch more balls this season but understand that the offense in San Diego is light years different that the one in Miami this year. Any correlation between the two is wishful thinking - I can't think of any position on offense in Miami that is similar to San Diego (especially in the OL).

I completely agree about Ronnie Brown, thats why if you read my post, I said 'if you believe Cam Cameron is going to turn things around.." I don't believe he will, I don't think Ronnie Brown is a great RB, but others do think he is and they also think that Cameron is going to get Miami's offense back on track. thats why I mentioned RBrown..he *could* become a very good , but IMO he's nothing more than Keith Byars v2.0..but, others believe he's a top 5 RB, so thats why I said that..Welker - in no way do I think he catches 80 balls, but I will say it would NOT surprise me..Stallworth is always hurt, you don't know what you're going to get with Moss day-to-day, and Maroney's shoulder is going to be an issue all season long. with defenses focused on Moss and Stallworth and their blazing speed, thye'll be sitting back to avoid giving up the big play.Welker will run free all day long on the underneath routes with a LB covering him..perhaps I should have mentioned Welker under a 'sleeper' thread and not here.

 

[FunkyPlutos]

I think Nate Burleson is a good buy low right now.

Everyone is on the DJ Hackett bandwagon and many have written Burleson off. I don't think he will put up monster numbers but Seattle WRs put up decent numbers on the whole and he has the opportunity now. Engram put up good stats but not sure how much he has left in the tank. This will allow Burleson to step in and contribute and he has proven that he can put up 1,000 yards before. He can be had for next to nothing.

 

[Fiddles]

Kevin Curtis is small, and too slow to be more then a fringe #2 WR (NFL), Curry is a career backup if Ive ever seen one, Brad Smith? You cant be serious. I'll pass on Alex Smith, kind of get a Chad Pennington vibe from him. Reggie Williams is in the coaches dog house and has been a bust, not alot to like.

I've never heard of Curtis being slow?

12 ypc is slow

lol at 12 ypc, anyone that has actually seen him play knows he is NOT slow . . .

at kevin curtis being slowwatch the games before you spout off dude

 

[duaneok66]

Kevin Curtis is small, and too slow to be more then a fringe #2 WR (NFL), Curry is a career backup if Ive ever seen one, Brad Smith? You cant be serious. I'll pass on Alex Smith, kind of get a Chad Pennington vibe from him. Reggie Williams is in the coaches dog house and has been a bust, not alot to like.

I've never heard of Curtis being slow?

12 ypc is slow

still, one of the funniest posts of the year . . .

 

[EBF]

Pretty good list except for Alex Smith, Thomas Jones, and Reggie Williams.

Can't win 'em all. Not bad though.