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[ShadowMaster]

TEAMRAMROD

Pick Player Team

08.16 Mark Brunell Was/8

12.16 Matt Schaub Atl/5

01.01 Shaun Alexander Sea/5

04.16 Chris Perry Cin/5

06.16 Laurence Maroney NE/6

07.01 Kevin Faulk NE/6

15.01 Waly Lundy Hou/5

17.01 Maurice Morris Sea/5

18.16 J.J. Arrington Ari/9

03.01 Randy Moss Oak/3

05.01 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Cin/5

09.01 Mark Clayton Bal/7

14.16 Greg Lewis Phi/9

16.16 Ashley Lelie Den/4

02.16 Jeremy Shockey NYG/4

13.01 Tony Sheffler Den/4

11.01 Neil Rackers Ari/9

10.16 Indianapolis Ind/6

DPeease

Pick Player Team

07.02 Ben Roethlisberger Pit/4

08.15 Steve McNair Bal/7

18.15 Vince Young Ten/7

01.02 Larry Johnson KC/3

02.15 DeShaun Foster Car/9

05.02 Deuce McAllister NO/7

12.15 Michael Bennett KC/3

04.15 Laveranues Coles NYJ/9

06.15 Drew Bennett Ten/7

09.02 Brandon Stokley Ind/6

11.02 Jerry Porter Oak/3

17.02 Mike Williams Det/8

03.02 Tony Gonzalez KC/3

10.15 Dallas Clark Ind/6

14.15 Jeff Reed Pit/4

16.15 Mike Nugent NYJ/9

13.02 Jacksonville Jac/6

15.02 San Diego SD/3

ArnCityPahnder

Pick Player Team

04.14 Carson Palmer Cin/5

05.03 Tom Brady NE/6

01.03 LaDainian Tomlinson SD/3

02.14 Jamal Lewis Bal/7

07.03 Mike Anderson Bal/7

10.14 Duce Staley Pit/4

16.14 Lee Suggs Cle/6

03.03 Anquan Boldin Ari/9

06.14 Isaac Bruce StL/7

08.14 Joe Jurevicius Cle/6

11.03 Amani Toomer NYG/4

12.14 Travis Taylor Min/6

09.03 Heath Miller Pit/4

18.14 Leonard Pope Ari/9

13.03 Jason Elam Den/4

17.03 John Carney NO/7

15.03 New England NE/6

16.14 NY Jets NYJ/9

ConstruxBoy

Pick Player Team

06.13 Trent Green KC/3

10.13 Chad Pennington NYJ/9

01.04 Clinton Portis Was/8

04.13 Fred Taylor Jac/6

07.04 Greg Jones Jac/6

09.04 Verron Haynes Pit/4

17.04 Jerious Norwood Atl/5

02.13 Marvin Harrison Ind/6

03.04 Darrell Jackson Sea/5

08.13 Michael Jenkins Atl/5

13.04 Greg Jennings GB/6

14.13 Chris Henry Cin/5

05.04 Chris Cooley Was/8

11.04 Zach Hilton NO/7

15.04 Nate Kaeding SD/3

18.13 Matt Bryant TB/4

12.13 Seattle Sea/5

16.13 San Francisco SF/7

Shadowmaster

Pick Player Team

06.12 Brett Favre GB/6

07.05 Daunte Culpepper Mia/8

08.12 Kurt Warner Ari/9

01.05 Tiki Barber NYG/4

04.12 Frank Gore SF/7

09.05 Brandon Jacobs NYG/4

16.12 Tony Fisher StL/7

18.12 Maurice Hicks SF/7

02.12 Torry Holt StL/7

03.05 Chris Chambers Mia/8

05.05 Rod Smith Den/4

13.05 Antwaan Randle El Was/8

14.12 Troy Williamson Min/6

17.05 Jeb Putzier Hou/5

11.05 Adam Vinatieri Ind/6

15.05 Jeff Wilkins StL/7

10.12 Pittsburgh Pit/4

12.12 Baltimore Bal/7

Valence

Pick Player Team

06.11 Jake Plummer Den/4

09.06 Jon Kitna Det/8

01.06 Steven Jackson StL/7

02.11 Chester Taylor Min/6

07.06 Ahman Green GB/6

11.06 Michael Pittman TB/4

15.06 Najeh Davenport GB/6

03.06 Roy Williams Det/8

04.11 Javon Walker Den/4

05.06 Eddie Kennison KC/3

10.11 Bobby Engram Sea/5

12.11 Chad Jackson NE/6

18.11 Jerricho Cotchery NYJ/9

08.11 Kellen Winslow Jr Cle/6

17.06 Eric Johnson SF/7

14.11 Mike Vanderjagt Dal/3

13.06 Miami Mia/8

16.11 Tennessee Ten/7

Bruno2

Pick Player Team

05.07 Donovan McNabb Phi/9

10.10 Rex Grossman Chi/7

11.07 Brian Griese Chi/7

01.07 LaMont Jordan Oak/3

03.07 Tatum Bell Den/4

04.10 LenDale White Ten/7

08.10 T.J. Duckett Atl/5

02.10 Larry Fitzgerald Ari/9

07.07 Eric Moulds Hou/5

09.07 David Givens Ten/7

15.07 Sinorice Moss NYG/4

17.07 Mark Bradley Chi/7

06.10 Ben Watson NE/6

12.10 Courtney Anderson Oak/3

14.10 Jay Feely NYG/4

18.10 Rian Lindell Buf/8

13.07 Washington Was/8

16.10 St. Louis StL/7

Duke1948

Pick Player Team

06.09 Jake Delhomme Car/9

08.09 Drew Brees NO/7

01.08 Ronnie Brown Mia/8

04.09 Cedric Benson Chi/7

07.08 Samkon Gado GB/6

12.09 Michael Turner SD/3

17.08 Cedric Cobbs Den/4

02.09 Terrell Owens Dal/3

03.08 Hines Ward Pit/4

09.08 Kevin Curtis StL/7

10.09 Brandon Lloyd Was/8

13.08 Bryant Johnson Ari/9

18.09 Patrick Crayton Dal/3

05.08 Alge Crumpler Atl/5

11.08 Alex Smith TB/4

15.08 Sebastian Janikowski Oak/3

14.09 Denver Den/4

16.09 Cleveland Cle/6

Reaper

Pick Player Team

09.09 Philip Rivers SD/3

17.09 J.P. Losman Buf/8

18.08 Craig Nall GB/6

01.09 Cadillac Williams TB/4

02.08 Reggie Bush NO/7

04.08 DeAngelo Williams Car/9

05.09 Marion Barber III Dal/3

14.08 Ladell Betts Was/8

03.09 Reggie Wayne Ind/6

06.08 Koren Robinson Min/6

07.09 Keenan McCardell SD/3

08.08 Nate Burleson Sea/5

12.08 Drew Carter Car/9

10.08 Vernon Davis SF/7

11.09 Jermaine Wiggins Min/6

15.09 John Kasay Car/9

13.09 Atlanta Atl/5

16.08 Kansas City KC/3

Gocats

Pick Player Team

06.07 Marc Bulger StL/7

08.07 Byron Leftwich Jac/6

01.10 Rudi Johnson Cin/5

02.07 Willie Parker Pit/4

04.07 Thomas Jones Chi/7

18.07 Correll Buckhalter Phi/9

03.10 Santana Moss Was/8

05.10 Lee Evans Buf/8

07.10 Braylon Edwards Cle/6

10.07 Reche Caldwell NE/6

11.10 Robert Ferguson GB/6

12.07 Arnaz Battle SF/7

09.10 Jerramy Stevens Sea/5

17.10 Chris Baker NYJ/9

14.07 David Akers Phi/9

16.07 Rob Bironas Ten/7

13.10 NY Giants NYG/4

15.10 Detroit Det/8

Coordinator

Pick Player Team

04.06 Matt Hasselbeck Sea/5

10.06 Charlie Frye Cle/6

01.11 Brian Westbrook Phi/9

02.06 Reuben Droughns Cle/6

07.11 Kevan Barlow SF/7

15.11 Antowain Smith Hou/5

18.06 Brian Calhoun Det/8

03.11 Donald Driver GB/6

06.06 Michael Clayton TB/4

08.06 Roddy White Atl/5

11.11 Samie Parker KC/3

12.06 Justin McCareins NYJ/9

05.11 Jason Witten Dal/3

13.11 Marcus Pollard Det/8

14.06 Matt Stover Bal/7

16.06 Jason Hanson Det/8

09.11 Carolina Car/9

17.11 New Orleans NO/7

renesauz

Pick Player Team

07.12 Michael Vick Atl/5

09.12 Chris Simms TB/4

01.12 Edgerrin James Ari/9

03.12 Dominic Rhodes Ind/6

08.05 Ryan Moats Phi/9

10.05 Vernand Morency Hou/5

18.05 Rock Cartwright Was/8

04.05 Andre Johnson Hou/5

05.12 Muhsin Muhammad Chi/7

06.05 Reggie Brown Phi/9

12.05 Hank Baskett Phi/9

14.05 Andre' Davis Buf/8

02.05 Antonio Gates SD/3

15.12 Bubba Franks GB/6

11.12 Shayne Graham Cin/5

16.05 John Hall Was/8

13.12 Philadelphia Phi/9

17.12 Oakland Oak/3

red93zj

Pick Player Team

05.13 Eli Manning NYG/4

09.13 David Carr Hou/5

01.13 Willis McGahee Buf/8

04.04 Corey Dillon NE/6

06.04 Chris Brown Ten/7

12.04 Travis Henry Ten/7

14.04 Maurice Drew Jac/6

02.04 Steve Smith Car/9

03.13 Plaxico Burress NYG/4

07.13 Donte Stallworth NO/7

11.13 Doug Gabriel Oak/3

17.13 Vincent Jackson SD/3

08.04 Randy McMichael Mia/8

10.04 Ben Troupe Ten/7

16.04 Olindo Mare Mia/8

18.04 Phil Dawson Cle/6

13.13 Dallas Dal/3

15.13 Buffalo Buf/8

Ptomaine

Pick Player Team

02.03 Peyton Manning Ind/6

10.03 Alex Smith SF/7

01.14 Kevin Jones Det/8

04.03 Ron Dayne Den/4

08.03 Mewelde Moore Min/6

12.03 Mike Alstott TB/4

17.14 Ciatrick Fason Min/6

05.14 Matt Jones Jac/6

06.03 Terry Glenn Dal/3

07.14 Keyshawn Johnson Car/9

09.14 Marty Booker Mia/8

11.14 Cedrick Wilson Pit/4

18.03 Marcus Robinson Min/6

03.14 Todd Heap Bal/7

13.14 Josh Brown Sea/5

15.14 Ryan Longwell Min/6

14.03 Cincinnati Cin/5

16.03 Green Bay GB/6

Eraser

Pick Player Team

05.15 Aaron Brooks Oak/3

09.15 Billy Volek Ten/7

01.15 Julius Jones Dal/3

03.15 Joseph Addai Ind/6

07.15 Mike Bell Den/4

16.02 William Green Cle/6

02.02 Chad Johnson Cin/5

04.02 Deion Branch NE/6

06.02 Antonio Bryant SF/7

08.02 Ernest Wilford Jac/6

11.15 Marcedes Lewis Jac/6

14.02 Lawrence Tynes KC/3

15.15 Stephen Gostkowski NE/6

10.02 Chicago Chi/7

12.02 Tampa Bay TB/4

13.15 Arizona Ari/9

Mutacheman

Pick Player Team

05.16 Drew Bledsoe Dal/3

09.16 Brad Johnson Min/6

01.16 Domanick Davis Hou/5

02.01 Warrick Dunn Atl/5

08.01 Cedric Houston NYJ/9

13.16 Derrick Blaylock NYJ/9

03.16 Derrick Mason Bal/7

04.01 Joey Galloway TB/4

06.01 Joe Horn NO/7

10.01 Eric Parker SD/3

11.16 Reggie Williams Jac/6

12.01 Corey Bradford Det/8

07.16 L.J. Smith Phi/9

14.01 Erron Kinney Ten/7

16.01 Josh Scobee Jac/6

18.01 Joe Nedney SF/7

15.16 Minnesota Min/6

17.16 Houston Hou/5

 

[valence]

Pick Player Team

06.11 Jake Plummer Den/4

09.06 Jon Kitna Det/8

01.06 Steven Jackson StL/7

02.11 Chester Taylor Min/6

07.06 Ahman Green GB/6

11.06 Michael Pittman TB/4

15.06 Najeh Davenport GB/6

03.06 Roy Williams Det/8

04.11 Javon Walker Den/4

05.06 Eddie Kennison KC/3

10.11 Bobby Engram Sea/5

12.11 Chad Jackson NE/6

18.11 Jerricho Cotchery NYJ/9

08.11 Kellen Winslow Jr Cle/6

17.06 Eric Johnson SF/7

14.11 Mike Vanderjagt Dal/3

13.06 Miami Mia/8

16.11 Tennessee Ten/7

I'm a fan of my team. It seems extremely well balanced with plenty of solid picks mixed with upside.

QB:

Plummer is solid, Kitna could be big.

RB:

SJax huge. Taylor could be huge, though preseason has not been impressive. I'm in the Ahman will be fine camp, but who knows. Pittman could produce well on 3rd downs and should have a few scorable games. Davenport was mini insurance seeing as Gado went right after Green.

WR:

I absolutely love my top 4. If Javon is back to his old self then this could be the best WR corp in the league. Chad Jackson could see a lot of action early if Branch continues his holdout.

TE:

I expect big things from KW2 this year. I think EJ could easily be 2nd or 3rd on his team in receptions by the end of the year.

 

[ShadowMaster]

Pick Player Team03.06 Roy Williams Det/804.11 Javon Walker Den/405.06 Eddie Kennison KC/310.11 Bobby Engram Sea/512.11 Chad Jackson NE/618.11 Jerricho Cotchery NYJ/9WR:I absolutely love my top 4. If Javon is back to his old self then this could be the best WR corp in the league. Chad Jackson could see a lot of action early if Branch continues his holdout.

I'll take your Best WR Corp challenge02.12 Torry Holt StL/703.05 Chris Chambers Mia/805.05 Rod Smith Den/413.05 Antwaan Randle El Was/814.12 Troy Williamson Min/6:flex:

 

[Duke1948]

Pick Player Team

06.09 Jake Delhomme Car/9

08.09 Drew Brees NO/7

pretty solid here, i like brees this year as a nice late QB. delhomme will have 25-27 barring injury

01.08 Ronnie Brown Mia/8

04.09 Cedric Benson Chi/7

07.08 Samkon Gado GB/6

12.09 Michael Turner SD/3

17.08 Cedric Cobbs Den/4

brown benson or gado should get the nod most weeks. took turner as the LT owner just left him on the board too long. cobbs was a flyer, just not sold on the bell duo.

02.09 Terrell Owens Dal/3

03.08 Hines Ward Pit/4

09.08 Kevin Curtis StL/7

10.09 Brandon Lloyd Was/8

13.08 Bryant Johnson Ari/9

18.09 Patrick Crayton Dal/3

as good as any WR corps

05.08 Alge Crumpler Atl/5

11.08 Alex Smith TB/4

i would expect both to be top 10 to 12

15.08 Sebastian Janikowski Oak/3



only wanted 1 kicker but with an early week off. from the looks of the oak. O he will get lots of chances

14.09 Denver Den/4

16.09 Cleveland Cle/6



who the heck knows



overall i would say my team is a B with upside for an A- depending on several of the RBs

 

[Sinrman]

TEAMRAMROD

Pick Player Team

08.16 Mark Brunell Was/8

12.16 Matt Schaub Atl/5

01.01 Shaun Alexander Sea/5

04.16 Chris Perry Cin/5

06.16 Laurence Maroney NE/6

07.01 Kevin Faulk NE/6

15.01 Waly Lundy Hou/5

17.01 Maurice Morris Sea/5

18.16 J.J. Arrington Ari/9

03.01 Randy Moss Oak/3

05.01 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Cin/5

09.01 Mark Clayton Bal/7

14.16 Greg Lewis Phi/9

16.16 Ashley Lelie Den/4

02.16 Jeremy Shockey NYG/4

13.01 Tony Sheffler Den/4

11.01 Neil Rackers Ari/9

10.16 Indianapolis Ind/6

I'll give my thoughts, from an outside perspective. I'll go through them one at a time...Team Ramrod

The QBs. Bleh. Brunell did have his best season ever last year. He plays with a lot of heart. He has better WRs to throw to than ever. He may have been a fairly safe late pick (for QBs at least). But the ?? surrounding the running game right now is disheartening. It could be good for Brunell in that he'll have to throw it up more. But defenses will be blitzing more and keeping an extra man or two back and clog things up. Schaub has potential, but Ramrod took a backup QB in the 12th round...?! Eh? Sure, he has a chance to start, once Vick gets hurt (which I think is inevitable). But for him to be the #2 QB.... not liking that. Ram will be counting on Brunell just about every week for production. OVERALL: D+

Can't go wrong with Alexander. Though it seems a bit of a coincidence each year, I don't believe in the "Madden Curse." He'll be fine. In this scoring format, Perry was a decent pick. A tad early IMO at least, but not bad. I'm REALLY liking what I see out of Maroney so far. He might be filling in a lot earlier than anticpated. I think as long as Branch is out, they will rely more on the running game, which is good for Maroney owners. Kevin Faulk and Maurice Morris are backups, but are used a bit more than your a-typical backup. They'll put up a little production here and there. Lundy could be a surprise this year, and some like what they see out of him so far. I haven't bought into the hype, yet. But you never know in Houston... Finally, Arrington isn't a bad flyer as the last pick of the entire draft. The one fault I would point out is that Ram went a little crazy with the RBs. Seven!? Only two are used each week, with no flex. OVERALL: C+ (with the potential of a B- or better if Perry and Maroney are used even more than we think)

The receivers is where I thought Ram should have picked seven, not the RBs. Moss will put up numbers, though I think he will continue to struggle this year. I really like the trio of Housh, Clayton, and Lewis. All on different levels, but I just like that group. Lelie, I don't like one bit. Maybe I'm just a bit over his temper tantrums, who knows? If he's traded, he could put up some decent numbers for someone, but looking back at his career, I wouldn't count on it. OVERALL: B

The duo of Shockey and Sheffler appears to be even better than before. Shockey will be solid. In this scoring format, he's going to be big, VERY big. Sheffler looks great, so far, and I think Denver will use him a good deal. There should be steady points out of this position nearly every week. OVERALL: A-

Rackers should put up some great numbers again this year. AZ will be able to move the ball better with Warner at the helm. His FGs should remain about the same, or maybe dip a little. But his XPs will likely go up. What I don't like is that Ram only has one kicker. If Rackers gets injured, he's screwed. If Rackers throws up a stinker one week, he's screwed. OVERALL: B-

The Indy defense/ST should do well again this year. But just like with his kicker, Ram only selected one defense. Eh?! Again, if Indy throws up a stinker one week, he's screwed.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: B-

 

[Sinrman]

DPeease

Pick Player Team

07.02 Ben Roethlisberger Pit/4

08.15 Steve McNair Bal/7

18.15 Vince Young Ten/7

01.02 Larry Johnson KC/3

02.15 DeShaun Foster Car/9

05.02 Deuce McAllister NO/7

12.15 Michael Bennett KC/3

04.15 Laveranues Coles NYJ/9

06.15 Drew Bennett Ten/7

09.02 Brandon Stokley Ind/6

11.02 Jerry Porter Oak/3

17.02 Mike Williams Det/8

03.02 Tony Gonzalez KC/3

10.15 Dallas Clark Ind/6

14.15 Jeff Reed Pit/4

16.15 Mike Nugent NYJ/9

13.02 Jacksonville Jac/6

15.02 San Diego SD/3

DpeeaseMcNair, Roethlisberger, and Young. Hmmm, I can live with that. I'm really high on McNair this year. Reuniting with Mason will be huge, not to mention the rest of the talent around him is probably one of the best he's ever had in his career. Roethlisberger is lucky to be alive, but since he seems to be ok, for the most part, he'll put up respectable numbers. Finally, if Young gets a chance to start at some point this season, that puts him in the mix and able to contribute. Not bad! OVERALL: B (with the potential of a B+ if Young starts at some point)

Can't go wrong with LJ. He'll be a monster again this year. DeShaun is a tad risky, knowing his injury history. But if he can stay ding-free, he'll be strong. McAllister has been forgotten by many. The ACL injury last year scared many away. But they forget how strong of a back he was before that. With Bush there and coming back from the injury, his normal production won't be the same as pre-2005, but I think he'll do better than many think. Finally, Bennett may do ok. Obviously Dpeease is hoping he will be LJ's backup, not Dee Brown. We shall see...

OVERALL: B

The receivers are kinda blah. Coles is coming off a bad year, mainly because of the crap QB production last year. Though I think he'll do a bit better than next year, I still don't expect a ton from him. Bennett will do ok this year. Many have forgotten him. If Volek/Young can find him, he'll outproduce his ADP. Stokley was forgotten by Manning last year, and left many fantasy owners with a bitter taste in their mouths. I think he'll bounce back this year and be closer to his 2004 form. I think he'll be a steal at 9.02. Porter's situation doesn't look good. Will they just trade him already?! If he sticks around in Oakland, will he sit out? If not, will Brooks even throw to him?! Finally, Mike Williams at least is making an attempt to resurrect his very young career. 'Fat boy' hasn't been around long at all, but is already on thin ice. But Martz will get some production out of him, I have no doubt. OVERALL: C

Another great duo of TEs. Gonzalez and Clark will produce solid numbers each week for this position. If one falters, I have faith that the other will pick up for him. OVERALL: A-

Reed and Nugent are ok, I suppose. With no bonus points for longer FGs, they should suffice. OVERALL: B

Jax has quietly been one of the most staunch defenses for a few years now. This year should be no different. The Chargers won't be needed to fill in much, so as long as they can pick up a couple weeks, Dpeease should be fine.

OVERALL: B+

OVERALL GRADE: B

Taking a little break...

 

[BassNBrew]

TEAMRAMROD

Pick Player Team

08.16 Mark Brunell Was/8

12.16 Matt Schaub Atl/5

01.01 Shaun Alexander Sea/5

04.16 Chris Perry Cin/5

06.16 Laurence Maroney NE/6

07.01 Kevin Faulk NE/6

15.01 Waly Lundy Hou/5

17.01 Maurice Morris Sea/5

18.16 J.J. Arrington Ari/9

03.01 Randy Moss Oak/3

05.01 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Cin/5

09.01 Mark Clayton Bal/7

14.16 Greg Lewis Phi/9

16.16 Ashley Lelie Den/4

02.16 Jeremy Shockey NYG/4

13.01 Tony Sheffler Den/4

11.01 Neil Rackers Ari/9

10.16 Indianapolis Ind/6

I'll give my thoughts, from an outside perspective. I'll go through them one at a time...Team Ramrod

The QBs. Bleh. Brunell did have his best season ever last year. He plays with a lot of heart. He has better WRs to throw to than ever. He may have been a fairly safe late pick (for QBs at least). But the ?? surrounding the running game right now is disheartening. It could be good for Brunell in that he'll have to throw it up more. But defenses will be blitzing more and keeping an extra man or two back and clog things up. Schaub has potential, but Ramrod took a backup QB in the 12th round...?! Eh? Sure, he has a chance to start, once Vick gets hurt (which I think is inevitable). But for him to be the #2 QB.... not liking that. Ram will be counting on Brunell just about every week for production. OVERALL: D+

Can't go wrong with Alexander. Though it seems a bit of a coincidence each year, I don't believe in the "Madden Curse." He'll be fine. In this scoring format, Perry was a decent pick. A tad early IMO at least, but not bad. I'm REALLY liking what I see out of Maroney so far. He might be filling in a lot earlier than anticpated. I think as long as Branch is out, they will rely more on the running game, which is good for Maroney owners. Kevin Faulk and Maurice Morris are backups, but are used a bit more than your a-typical backup. They'll put up a little production here and there. Lundy could be a surprise this year, and some like what they see out of him so far. I haven't bought into the hype, yet. But you never know in Houston... Finally, Arrington isn't a bad flyer as the last pick of the entire draft. The one fault I would point out is that Ram went a little crazy with the RBs. Seven!? Only two are used each week, with no flex. OVERALL: C+ (with the potential of a B- or better if Perry and Maroney are used even more than we think)

The receivers is where I thought Ram should have picked seven, not the RBs. Moss will put up numbers, though I think he will continue to struggle this year. I really like the trio of Housh, Clayton, and Lewis. All on different levels, but I just like that group. Lelie, I don't like one bit. Maybe I'm just a bit over his temper tantrums, who knows? If he's traded, he could put up some decent numbers for someone, but looking back at his career, I wouldn't count on it. OVERALL: B

The duo of Shockey and Sheffler appears to be even better than before. Shockey will be solid. In this scoring format, he's going to be big, VERY big. Sheffler looks great, so far, and I think Denver will use him a good deal. There should be steady points out of this position nearly every week. OVERALL: A-

Rackers should put up some great numbers again this year. AZ will be able to move the ball better with Warner at the helm. His FGs should remain about the same, or maybe dip a little. But his XPs will likely go up. What I don't like is that Ram only has one kicker. If Rackers gets injured, he's screwed. If Rackers throws up a stinker one week, he's screwed. OVERALL: B-

The Indy defense/ST should do well again this year. But just like with his kicker, Ram only selected one defense. Eh?! Again, if Indy throws up a stinker one week, he's screwed.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: B-

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

 

[Sinrman]

ArnCityPahnder

Pick Player Team

04.14 Carson Palmer Cin/5

05.03 Tom Brady NE/6

01.03 LaDainian Tomlinson SD/3

02.14 Jamal Lewis Bal/7

07.03 Mike Anderson Bal/7

10.14 Duce Staley Pit/4

16.14 Lee Suggs Cle/6

03.03 Anquan Boldin Ari/9

06.14 Isaac Bruce StL/7

08.14 Joe Jurevicius Cle/6

11.03 Amani Toomer NYG/4

12.14 Travis Taylor Min/6

09.03 Heath Miller Pit/4

18.14 Leonard Pope Ari/9

13.03 Jason Elam Den/4

17.03 John Carney NO/7

15.03 New England NE/6

16.14 NY Jets NYJ/9

ArnCityPahnderPalmer and Brady. Ummm, WOW! Even if Palmer isn't ready by week 1, Arn has Brady, who will be steady as always. He is missing Branch for now, but I have no doubt that he'll find someone else to throw to in the meantime. OVERALL: A+

LT is the man. Plain and simple. But the others are a little iffy. I feel Lewis will do ok, and should eclipse the 1,000 yard barrier again this year, even with Anderson (also on Arn's team) there. That duo should put up some respectable numbers this year. However, Arn will be in trouble week 7 with both of them off. He'll be forced to use LT and either Staley or Suggs as the #2. Ick. Speaking of Staley and Suggs.... just not feeling it. Arn obviously jumped on the Suggs bandwagon, only to have it crash and burn the next day when he failed his physical. OVERALL: C+

I really like Anquan, and think he'll be a stud again this year. But the others on Arn's team would have me a bit worried. Bruce will do ok, but I wouldn't feel real comfortable if he were my #2. Jurevicius is the #1, but the #1 in Cleveland. Not the best place to be if you're looking to be a #1. He'll have an ok season, but I would certainly not expect the TD output he had last year. Toomer and Taylor will be ok for when they were taken. Both have been known to have a blowup game, and then disappear for 3 or 4 games straight (especially Toomer). OVERALL: C

Miller and Pope is an interesting combo. Miller should improve on his decent rookie year last year. Pope will be a surprise this year, and I think will produce well in that offense.

OVERALL: B

Elam and Carney isn't too bad. Elam has been solid for years. Carney will only be needed a few times, which I think he can manage... OVERALL: B+

The Patriots and Jets is a so-so combo. The Pats aren't the dreaded team they once were, having lost some players to other teams and lost others to injuries. The Jets are kind of up and down, but I think will be a bit of a surprise this year, as Vilma shows that HE is the top LB in the NFL, not Urlacher...

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: B

 

[Sinrman]

ConstruxBoy

Pick Player Team

06.13 Trent Green KC/3

10.13 Chad Pennington NYJ/9

01.04 Clinton Portis Was/8

04.13 Fred Taylor Jac/6

07.04 Greg Jones Jac/6

09.04 Verron Haynes Pit/4

17.04 Jerious Norwood Atl/5

02.13 Marvin Harrison Ind/6

03.04 Darrell Jackson Sea/5

08.13 Michael Jenkins Atl/5

13.04 Greg Jennings GB/6

14.13 Chris Henry Cin/5

05.04 Chris Cooley Was/8

11.04 Zach Hilton NO/7

15.04 Nate Kaeding SD/3

18.13 Matt Bryant TB/4

12.13 Seattle Sea/5

16.13 San Francisco SF/7

ConstruxBoyGreen has quietly been one of the better QBs for a few years now. He may not light it up for 30+ TDs, but the yards are there. This year should be no different. Pennington has a lot of ?? surrounding him. He's a starter, but I wouldn't feel comfortable with him being my backup (believe me, I know -- I have him in another MBSL). OVERALL: B-

The injury to Portis obviously hurts this team a good deal. If he can go in Week 1, then he should escape some early troubles. Taylor is always a stick of dynamite. When healthy, which is rare, he far outproduces his ADP. Backing him up with Jones will help a lot. I think Haynes will be looked on as a backup to Parker, and not Staley, who just can't stay healthy. Finally, I think the Falcons will find a way to plug Norwood in there and get some good production. Good late round flyer... OVERALL: C+ (with the potential of a B- or better Portis is ok)

Harrison is consistent. Jackson is an excellent, steady WR, but the health concerns are a big ?? now. Jenkins I like. If Vick will just throw the damn ball, Jenkins could be quite valuable. Jennings has some potential. But he's competing with several others. Wasn't too crazy about burning a 13th rounder on him, personally. Finally, Henry is a puzzle. He has talent, no doubt. But will he be facing a suspension or two after his court cases are handled? OVERALL: C (with the potential of a C+ or better if Jackson stays healthy and Henry comes out ok)

Cooley did very well last year. This year should be no different. Hilton is a bit of a ?? right now, with some saying he might be the #2 or even the #3 TE. Only time will tell... OVERALL: B- (with the potential of a B or better if Hilton moves up to #1)

Kaeding and Bryant should get the job done. Again, with no bonuses for longer FGs, they should be good. OVERALL: B

Seattle and SF are ok. Seattle will be up and down all year, though I think a bit better this year with the addition of Julian Peterson. SF may give up a lot of points, but they get some points off their turnovers, which helps give them a boost.

OVERALL: C+

OVERALL GRADE: B-

 

[Sinrman]

Shadowmaster

Pick Player Team

06.12 Brett Favre GB/6

07.05 Daunte Culpepper Mia/8

08.12 Kurt Warner Ari/9

01.05 Tiki Barber NYG/4

04.12 Frank Gore SF/7

09.05 Brandon Jacobs NYG/4

16.12 Tony Fisher StL/7

18.12 Maurice Hicks SF/7

02.12 Torry Holt StL/7

03.05 Chris Chambers Mia/8

05.05 Rod Smith Den/4

13.05 Antwaan Randle El Was/8

14.12 Troy Williamson Min/6

17.05 Jeb Putzier Hou/5

11.05 Adam Vinatieri Ind/6

15.05 Jeff Wilkins StL/7

10.12 Pittsburgh Pit/4

12.12 Baltimore Bal/7

ShadowmasterI really like this trio. Favre may be throwing a lot of INTs, and this year will be no different. But he can still sling it with the best of 'em and will put up some points. Culpepper is looking more and more like he'll be ready by Week 1. Even if he's not, Shadow has him covered with Faver and Warner. Speaking of Warner, I think he'll have a bit of a resurgence this year with Edge giving them some semblence of a running game. It will help mix things up.

OVERALL: A

Barber will be solid once again this year. The news of Barlow being traded and Gore moving to #1 is huge for Shadow. This gives him two good starters. And then you have Jacobs, who is not only Barber's backup, but one who will punch in several TDs and give a bit of a break for the starters. Fisher is a backup, but could be used from time to time behind Jackson. Finally, Hicks moves up the food chain with the trading of Barlow. OVERALL: B

I really, REALLY like this group of WRs. Great value overall. Holt is consistent each year. Chambers I expect big things from this year. Rod Smith is consistent as well. Randel-El and Williamson should fill in from time to time and help out. OVERALL: A-

This is where the grabbing of three QBs hurts. This leaves one position short, and TE is a high scoring position in this scoring format. I've never really been a Putzier fan, and his move to Houston doesn't bode well. With no backup, there will be a lot of zeroes out of this position. Not good. OVERALL: D-

Vinatieri and Wilkins at first was a great duo. Then we hear the news of Vinatieri, and that really hurts the value here. Not Shadow's fault, naturally. But it will tax Wilkins a lot to produce each week until Vinatieri comes back. OVERALL: B- (with the potential of a B or better if Vinatieri comes back sooner)

Pittsburgh and Baltimore for defenses is absolutely solid. Though defenses don't score a lot in this format, there should be steady production each week from this position.

OVERALL: A+

OVERALL GRADE: B+

 

[Sinrman]

Valence

Pick Player Team

06.11 Jake Plummer Den/4

09.06 Jon Kitna Det/8

01.06 Steven Jackson StL/7

02.11 Chester Taylor Min/6

07.06 Ahman Green GB/6

11.06 Michael Pittman TB/4

15.06 Najeh Davenport GB/6

03.06 Roy Williams Det/8

04.11 Javon Walker Den/4

05.06 Eddie Kennison KC/3

10.11 Bobby Engram Sea/5

12.11 Chad Jackson NE/6

18.11 Jerricho Cotchery NYJ/9

08.11 Kellen Winslow Jr Cle/6

17.06 Eric Johnson SF/7

14.11 Mike Vanderjagt Dal/3

13.06 Miami Mia/8

16.11 Tennessee Ten/7

ValencePlummer and Kitna. Bleh. Not a big fan of this combo. Plummer has his moments, but I think it's safe to say there was a reason why Denver drafted Cutler (who looks mighty good so far, BTW). He'll do ok this year, much like each year before, but nothing spectacular. Though I'm a Lions fan, and think Kitna is serviceable, it looks like Valence waited just a tad bit too long to nab his second QB. Someone like Warner would have been a better choice, and was taken just a few picks earlier. Kitna will do ok, and probably equal his ADP, but overall this duo isn't that great. OVERALL: C-

Not a bad group of backs. Jackson should do well again this year. Playing in the NFC West definitely helps, too. Chester Taylor has the makings of a star, but there is still uncertainty whether he can hack it or not. We really won't know until the season starts and we get a good look at him. Most everyone has forgotten about Ahman Green. One injury plagued year, and he's suddenly bumped waaaaay down. Nice grab, coupled with backing him up with Davenport later. Finally, you have Pittman, who may have a couple good games, but nothing more. OVERALL: B-

I actually like the group of receivers. One of the better groups, for sure. Williams will do well again, and Kitna will find him several times this year in the end zone. Many are hesitant with Walker, but he is just too talented to forget about. I think he'll bounce back and be closer to his 2004 campaign. Kennison has quietly produced for a few years now, and is the main man in KC. Green likes to throw it to him, and with the emergence of LJ, defenses will occasionally forget about him, as they try to stack the line against Johnson. Engram continues to quietly plug away and put up decent numbers. He'll easily outproduce his ADP again this year. Jackson should do well, especially if Branch continues to hold out. Finally, Cothery is a late round flyer that IMO doesn't hold much value. OVERALL: B

Winslow and Johnson is a so-so duo. People are still high on Winslow, due to his excellent talent. But he's coming off two injury plagued seasons. We really don't know what he's capable of. Johnson disappeared last year for the most part, and the drafting of Vernon Davis doesn't bode well. OVERALL: C

Vandy is a decent kicker, even if he's a loud mouth. If he stays healthy, he'll produce well. However, one kicker kills Valence. If Vandy is injured, he's screwed. If Vandy throws up a goose egg, he's screwed. OVERALL: C+

Miami and Tennessee is an ok duo of defenses/ST. They will put up some points here and there, though not every week.

OVERALL: C+

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Sinrman]

Bruno2

Pick Player Team

05.07 Donovan McNabb Phi/9

10.10 Rex Grossman Chi/7

11.07 Brian Griese Chi/7

01.07 LaMont Jordan Oak/3

03.07 Tatum Bell Den/4

04.10 LenDale White Ten/7

08.10 T.J. Duckett Atl/5

02.10 Larry Fitzgerald Ari/9

07.07 Eric Moulds Hou/5

09.07 David Givens Ten/7

15.07 Sinorice Moss NYG/4

17.07 Mark Bradley Chi/7

06.10 Ben Watson NE/6

12.10 Courtney Anderson Oak/3

14.10 Jay Feely NYG/4

18.10 Rian Lindell Buf/8

13.07 Washington Was/8

16.10 St. Louis StL/7

Bruno2Alright, Bruno2 starts off well with McNabb. Though he lost TO, McNabb is still a top 5-7 QB. He's a great mixture of passing and running. He'll do well. Now the drafting of Grossman AND Griese hurts. Bruno2 had to burn up two roster spots, and the draft was just a little over halfway through! And that doesn't even bring up the fact that this is DA BEARS, who aren't exactly known for their passing prowess...

OVERALL: C

Jordan, Bell, White, and Duckett. At first glance I was kind of like "Ick." But looking closer at it, it's not THAT bad. Jordan should do well again, despite there being a lot of ?? still surrounding that offense. I still give Jordan a world of credit for playing hard the entire season, when most of the rest of the Raider team gave up after about week 11 or 12. A couple weeks back, Bell was a great choice as a #2 RB (believe me, I know, as I have him in another MBSL). But now, with the Mike Bell situation, there's no telling WHAT will happen. If Bell doesn't snag the #1 spot, or merely splits time with Mike Bell, then an early pick like that will hurt a LOT. White's weight has been in question, but some are starting to warm up to him as preseason progresses. Some believe he might even start at some point this season. Who knows? Finally, Duckett in the late 8th isn't a bad choice. He may not be a starter, but he'll snag a good number of TDs. OVERALL: C (with the potential of a C+ or better if Bell plays more and if White eventually takes over)

I have high hopes for Fitz this year. His receptions will go down a bit, with Edge there. But he'll be highly productive yet again. Moulds should do ok this year. I'm glad he's finally out of Buffalo, but not too crazy about him being in Houston. Carr never gets time to get rid of the ball, and with Andre Johnson there, I wouldn't expect #2 WR numbers from Moulds. A lot of people think Givens will have a great season this year. Perhaps, but I'm cautious with him. He isn't in NE anymore, and the Tenn. offense isn't exactly stellar. Moss and Bradley might have a game or two that are good, but I wouldn't expect much. OVERALL: C

Watson and Anderson isn't that great. I take that back. Watson should do fairly well, especially if Branch stays away. Brady is a master of spreading the ball around, and Watson is a big target that Brady will use a lot. Anderson, however, isn't that great. Brooks may need to use him more, as he's running around like a chicken with his head cut off. OVERALL: C+

Feely and Lindell isn't too bad. Both will put up points. OVERALL: B-

Washington and STL is a decent combo. Obviously Washington will be the top defense/ST here and will be tough yet again. STL will have a couple decent weeks here and there.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Bruno2]

Bruno2

Pick Player Team

05.07 Donovan McNabb Phi/9

10.10 Rex Grossman Chi/7

11.07 Brian Griese Chi/7

01.07 LaMont Jordan Oak/3

03.07 Tatum Bell Den/4

04.10 LenDale White Ten/7

08.10 T.J. Duckett Atl/5

02.10 Larry Fitzgerald Ari/9

07.07 Eric Moulds Hou/5

09.07 David Givens Ten/7

15.07 Sinorice Moss NYG/4

17.07 Mark Bradley Chi/7

06.10 Ben Watson NE/6

12.10 Courtney Anderson Oak/3

14.10 Jay Feely NYG/4

18.10 Rian Lindell Buf/8

13.07 Washington Was/8

16.10 St. Louis StL/7

Bruno2Alright, Bruno2 starts off well with McNabb. Though he lost TO, McNabb is still a top 5-7 QB. He's a great mixture of passing and running. He'll do well. Now the drafting of Grossman AND Griese hurts. Bruno2 had to burn up two roster spots, and the draft was just a little over halfway through! And that doesn't even bring up the fact that this is DA BEARS, who aren't exactly known for their passing prowess...

OVERALL: C

Jordan, Bell, White, and Duckett. At first glance I was kind of like "Ick." But looking closer at it, it's not THAT bad. Jordan should do well again, despite there being a lot of ?? still surrounding that offense. I still give Jordan a world of credit for playing hard the entire season, when most of the rest of the Raider team gave up after about week 11 or 12. A couple weeks back, Bell was a great choice as a #2 RB (believe me, I know, as I have him in another MBSL). But now, with the Mike Bell situation, there's no telling WHAT will happen. If Bell doesn't snag the #1 spot, or merely splits time with Mike Bell, then an early pick like that will hurt a LOT. White's weight has been in question, but some are starting to warm up to him as preseason progresses. Some believe he might even start at some point this season. Who knows? Finally, Duckett in the late 8th isn't a bad choice. He may not be a starter, but he'll snag a good number of TDs. OVERALL: C (with the potential of a C+ or better if Bell plays more and if White eventually takes over)

I have high hopes for Fitz this year. His receptions will go down a bit, with Edge there. But he'll be highly productive yet again. Moulds should do ok this year. I'm glad he's finally out of Buffalo, but not too crazy about him being in Houston. Carr never gets time to get rid of the ball, and with Andre Johnson there, I wouldn't expect #2 WR numbers from Moulds. A lot of people think Givens will have a great season this year. Perhaps, but I'm cautious with him. He isn't in NE anymore, and the Tenn. offense isn't exactly stellar. Moss and Bradley might have a game or two that are good, but I wouldn't expect much. OVERALL: C

Watson and Anderson isn't that great. I take that back. Watson should do fairly well, especially if Branch stays away. Brady is a master of spreading the ball around, and Watson is a big target that Brady will use a lot. Anderson, however, isn't that great. Brooks may need to use him more, as he's running around like a chicken with his head cut off. OVERALL: C+

Feely and Lindell isn't too bad. Both will put up points. OVERALL: B-

Washington and STL is a decent combo. Obviously Washington will be the top defense/ST here and will be tough yet again. STL will have a couple decent weeks here and there.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

Sinrman, I agree with most of your analysis, it definitely wasn't one of my stronger drafts. But I do have to disagree with C. Anderson. The Raider TEs have seen a bunch of targets this preseason. Anderson does have 2 TD catches (one called back for pushing off) but he's still getting the red zone looks. He was on my radar as a TE who will over achieve his ADP. I like him. As for Grossman/Griese, I agree this sucked but at that point in the draft QBs were flying off the board, and I didn't want to get stuck with just Grossman, it wouldn't surprise me at all if Griese starts sooner than later.

 

[Sinrman]

Duke1948

Pick Player Team

06.09 Jake Delhomme Car/9

08.09 Drew Brees NO/7

01.08 Ronnie Brown Mia/8

04.09 Cedric Benson Chi/7

07.08 Samkon Gado GB/6

12.09 Michael Turner SD/3

17.08 Cedric Cobbs Den/4

02.09 Terrell Owens Dal/3

03.08 Hines Ward Pit/4

09.08 Kevin Curtis StL/7

10.09 Brandon Lloyd Was/8

13.08 Bryant Johnson Ari/9

18.09 Patrick Crayton Dal/3

05.08 Alge Crumpler Atl/5

11.08 Alex Smith TB/4

15.08 Sebastian Janikowski Oak/3

14.09 Denver Den/4

16.09 Cleveland Cle/6

Duke1948Delhomme and Brees I like as a duo. Delhomme quietly produced well last year, mainly due to Steve Smith's career year. He should do even better this year with Meshawn there and a stronger rushing attack. Brees I like a lot, and respect what he did in SD. The injury and how he will bounce back is still a concern, but I think by Week 1 he'll be at or very close to 100%. OVERALL: B

Though he only has one sure-fire starter in this group, it's not a bad group. Brown should have a great year this year, especially with Ricky Williams gone. The passing game finally takes a step up with the addition of Culpepper. This will help everyone on the Dolphins' offense. Benson I like a lot, and will split time with Jones. His preseason injury is a concern, and hopefully won't affect him much. Gado had flashes of brilliance last year, and this year he'll get a few chances. If Green can't get back into the groove, he'll likely split time with Davenport. Turner, I think, will get a fair amount more touches this year, as Schotty will try and keep LT a bit more fresh, especially later in the season. He is an incredible talent, and will well outproduce his ADP. Finally, Cobbs may get some carries here or there, but the Denver backfield is pretty crowded. OVERALL: C+ (could be a B- or better if Benson works out and the others get more PT than expected)

Not a bad group of WRs, either. TO, if he'll ever get on the field, and stop stirring up controversy, will be a beast. That injury is a concern, however, and I'm not sure how much longer Parcells will put up with it. Ward will continue to produce well. Curtis will continue to play like a #2 WR and not a #3. Lloyd is decent, and should fill in nicely in Washington. It's a question of whether he'll be the #2 or #3 guy there. Bryant Johnson can only continue to excel in that offense. It's hard playing behind a very talented duo of Fitzgerald and Boldin. But he'll outproduce his ADP. Crayton was a late round flyer, and could put up some decent numbers here and there. OVERALL: B- (could be a B or better if TO can come back healthy)

Crumpler continues to be the main target of Vick. Not a great testament to the Atlanta passing game, but it still looks good for Crumpler. Smith will continue to improve and I believe Simms will find him more this year. OVERALL: B

Seabass might be on his way out of Oakland if he doesn't start to prove he was worth a first rounder in the 2000 draft. I expect him to play like bat out of hell this year and do very well. It doesn't hurt that their offense won't be able to move the ball well, which likely means a lot of FGs. As with other owners in this league, having one kicker HURTS. An injury or bad week and Duke is toast.

OVERALL: C

Denver and Cleveland isn't a bad duo. Denver can be up and down, but has some good playmakers on their team. Cleveland is slowly turning into a tough defense to face. They should put up a few good games this year.

OVERALL: B

OVERALL GRADE: B-

 

[Sinrman]

Reaper

Pick Player Team

09.09 Philip Rivers SD/3

17.09 J.P. Losman Buf/8

18.08 Craig Nall GB/6

01.09 Cadillac Williams TB/4

02.08 Reggie Bush NO/7

04.08 DeAngelo Williams Car/9

05.09 Marion Barber III Dal/3

14.08 Ladell Betts Was/8

03.09 Reggie Wayne Ind/6

06.08 Koren Robinson Min/6

07.09 Keenan McCardell SD/3

08.08 Nate Burleson Sea/5

12.08 Drew Carter Car/9

10.08 Vernon Davis SF/7

11.09 Jermaine Wiggins Min/6

15.09 John Kasay Car/9

13.09 Atlanta Atl/5

16.08 Kansas City KC/3

ReaperRivers...................Losman..................Nall?! Reaper is already taking a risk on Rivers. I do think he'll be alright in SD, but there will still be some ?? until he gets into the groove. And I understand that Reaper had no choice but to take a shot with Losman in the 17th. That's just poor management there, waiting that long for your #2 QB, I'm sorry. And then it's followed up by Nall?! That just killed Reaper in another position. Maybe the Nall pick was a joke, or maybe it was serious. But either way, I don't like it at all... OVERALL: D

Now after that QB dibacle, Reaper can only go up from there, right? Well... yes! He did very well at the RB position. Cadillac and Bush should produce very well this year, assuming they stay healthy. Williams and Barber should both outproduce their ADP, and will get a decent amount of PT this year. Betts is a decent choice, especially as late as he was grabbed. If anything it deprived the Portis owner of the handcuff...

OVERALL: B+

Wayne will be a stud by years end. No doubt about it. I think this might be the year that we start to see a transition from Harrison to Wayne in the production department. Sure, Manning still loves the Harrison connection, but teams will be busy trying to contain Harrison, and forget about Wayne. He and Manning look better and better each year. Koren Robinson I didn't like much even before his drug ordeal. Now, well.... his whole future is in the air. This could turn into a completely wasted pick, though not Reaper's fault. McCardell should do well again this year, and be a good connection for Rivers. Though I'm personally a bit impartial to Engram, I think Burleson should fill in fairly well this year. If the news about Jackson continues, Burleson AND Engram should move up the charts and both far outproduce their ADPs. Drew Carter will get some looks here and there, especially if TO is out. He will be interesting to watch... OVERALL: B- (if Robinson didn't have his issues, this could be a B or better)

A rookie in Davis and Wiggins? Hmm, interesting combo. I think it could work. Brad Johnson knows how to use a TE, so Wiggins should produce well. Davis will be a large target for Alex Smith in San Fran, and should do fairly well.

OVERALL: B-

Here's where Reaper screwed himself. Kasay should do well again this year. But only one kicker hurts badly. Again, one injury or one bad game for Kasay could spell doom.

OVERALL: C

Atlanta beefed up its defense a good bit, and should be a fun one to watch this year. KC will continue to struggle, but they should do better. Some players need more time to develop.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Sinrman]

Gocats

Pick Player Team

06.07 Marc Bulger StL/7

08.07 Byron Leftwich Jac/6

01.10 Rudi Johnson Cin/5

02.07 Willie Parker Pit/4

04.07 Thomas Jones Chi/7

18.07 Correll Buckhalter Phi/9

03.10 Santana Moss Was/8

05.10 Lee Evans Buf/8

07.10 Braylon Edwards Cle/6

10.07 Reche Caldwell NE/6

11.10 Robert Ferguson GB/6

12.07 Arnaz Battle SF/7

09.10 Jerramy Stevens Sea/5

17.10 Chris Baker NYJ/9

14.07 David Akers Phi/9

16.07 Rob Bironas Ten/7

13.10 NY Giants NYG/4

15.10 Detroit Det/8

GocatsBulger and Leftwich isn't a bad duo. If they can stay healthy, they should consistently put up points at this position. OVERALL: B

A serviceable group of RBs, albeit not flashy. Rudi should quietly produce again this year. We will see if Parker can step it up and be an every down or nearly every down back. If he can, then he should be a great value pick. Jones needs to stay healthy, and continue to produce. He did so admirably last year, but Benson is still there waiting to take over. One slip up, and he will be riding the pine. Buckhalter might be an interesting late round flyer. He has talent, but just can't seem to stay healthy. If he can, he should definitely put up some points in that offense. OVERALL: C+

Not a real strong group of receivers here. Moss should do well again this year, though I don't feel he'll do as well as last year, with Lloyd and Randle-El being there. Evans is one of the only bright spots left in Buffalo. I'm down on him only because of the craptastic offense around him (minus McGahee). The QB play MUST step it up and the O-line needs to prove they can protect. Edwards may be ahead of schedule, and prove most everyone wrong. If he gets back, he could be a big boost to this team. Caldwell's value continues to rise the longer Branch stays away. Even if Branch comes back, Caldwell should put up decent numbers, since Brady like to spread the ball a lot. Ferguson moves up to the #2 spot with the departure of Walker. Favre will want to sling the ball in possibly his last season, and Ferguson could be a big beneficiary of that. Finally, Battle was a bit of a surprise last year. I think he will improve a little on that this year.OVERALL: C+ (could be a B- or better if Edwards comes back early and strong)

At the time, the Stevens/Baker duo didn't seem bad. A lot expected good things from Stevens. And then he gets injured. Not out for the season, but out for awhile. That hurts badly. Baker will be all alone for a few weeks at least, and he isn't exactly a points machine. OVERALL: C-

Akers and Bironas will get the job done. Not a ton of points between them, but enough each week. OVERALL: C+

The Giants and the Lions isn't bad. They'll both have some good games and bad games, though the Giants will be looked upon to be a staunch defense.

OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Sinrman]

Coordinator

Pick Player Team

04.06 Matt Hasselbeck Sea/5

10.06 Charlie Frye Cle/6

01.11 Brian Westbrook Phi/9

02.06 Reuben Droughns Cle/6

07.11 Kevan Barlow SF/7

15.11 Antowain Smith Hou/5

18.06 Brian Calhoun Det/8

03.11 Donald Driver GB/6

06.06 Michael Clayton TB/4

08.06 Roddy White Atl/5

11.11 Samie Parker KC/3

12.06 Justin McCareins NYJ/9

05.11 Jason Witten Dal/3

13.11 Marcus Pollard Det/8

14.06 Matt Stover Bal/7

16.06 Jason Hanson Det/8

09.11 Carolina Car/9

17.11 New Orleans NO/7

CoordinatorHasselbeck will be solid yet again this year. Frye is the big ?? so far. Young and inexperienced, Frye will need to step it up. He has some weapons this year, and once Edwards is back it should get even better.

OVERALL: B

Westbrook fits well in this scoring format. He'll be needed even more now, as the passing game will be lacking again this year. He'll get a lot of swing passes from McNabb. Droughns should have another solid season. I'm not exactly going out on a limb here, but Droughns' TD production will definitely go up, which only increases his value. Barlow's trade to the Jets definitely helps. Whether he'll split time with Houston or Blaylock, no one knows. But he has a chance to rebound. Smith will get some PT with Davis injured. But how much? With a rising Morency and Lundy, it's not looking good for him. Finally, Calhoun might get a little PT here and there, especially if Pinner is dealt. I like the two starters, but the depth is a bit iffy here...

OVERALL: C+

I like Driver a lot this year. I think he'll be huge, in fact. With Walker gone, Favre will go with his man Driver, and they will hook up several times this year. If Clayton can stay healthy, he should rebound this year. I can't see him being phased out this year. Roddy White should get a lot more looks this year, and some think he's the #1 guy in Atlanta (not that this is saying much). Who knows? Parker I'm warming up to more and more this offseason. I didn't really even look at him last year, but I like what I'm hearing/seeing of him. I think he'll quietly put up respectable numbers. McCareins looked like a nice mid-round steal before, but what we're hearing nowdays is that he's in the doghouse and there's even rumors of him being dealt before the season starts. So who knows here, either? OVERALL: C+

Witten should do well this year. He'll have Fasano pushing him a bit, but there's no doubt Witten is the man. He'll get a lot of looks, especially when TO gets back and spreads the field out more. Pollard will have a few decent games, but not many. OVERALL: C+

Stover and Hanson will put up points, though not a bunch. But they will quietly produce.

OVERALL: B-

Carolina should be solid this year. I absolutely love the combo of Peppers and Rucker. Man I'd hate to face that! The Saints, however, will be lucky to have more than one good defensive showing this year for Coordinator. OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[ConstruxBoy]

Thanks for the review of my team Sinrman! I agree with most of your comments, I'm probably just higher on some of the young guys than most. But I do think it was one of my poorer drafts.

 

[Sinrman]

renesauz

Pick Player Team

07.12 Michael Vick Atl/5

09.12 Chris Simms TB/4

01.12 Edgerrin James Ari/9

03.12 Dominic Rhodes Ind/6

08.05 Ryan Moats Phi/9

10.05 Vernand Morency Hou/5

18.05 Rock Cartwright Was/8

04.05 Andre Johnson Hou/5

05.12 Muhsin Muhammad Chi/7

06.05 Reggie Brown Phi/9

12.05 Hank Baskett Phi/9

14.05 Andre' Davis Buf/8

02.05 Antonio Gates SD/3

15.12 Bubba Franks GB/6

11.12 Shayne Graham Cin/5

16.05 John Hall Was/8

13.12 Philadelphia Phi/9

17.12 Oakland Oak/3

renesauzVick and Simms. Both seem to be big boom or big bust written all over them. Some disagree with me, but I've always been down on Vick, who seems to be pretty inconsistent. But with only one QB starting, Simms should help fill in some of those gaps. OVERALL: C+

Edge won't enjoy quite the success he had in Indy. But they have an exciting young offense in AZ, and Edge will help that team out tremendously. Rhodes will likely be the starter in Indy, and knows the offense well. I think he'll be a good value pick this year. Moats isn't a bad backup, though he's been a non-factor this preseason. The rumors of him being shipped to Denver sound good, and if it is pulled off, it would boost his value. Morency might be the biggest beneficiary of Davis' nagging injuries. He might be a nice mid-round pickup. Finally, Cartwright was a last round flyer who might have a little success. Especially if Portis misses time. OVERALL: C

Johnson flopped last year. This year should be a bit of a rebound, though Houston's offense is still a big ?? The addition of Moulds should help though, in that they have never really had a true #2 guy to help keep the double teams off Johnson. Muhammed has talent, as we've seen in the past. But his move to Chicago has been a flop so far. Not really his fault. Most of it falls on the lack of QB play. If Griese starts, I think Muhammed's value definitely goes up a good bit. Otherwise, if it's Grossman or Orton, he'll be a non-factor most of the year. Reggie Brown is one I like a lot this year. With no TO there, Brown should move up to the #1 spot and McNabb has to throw to someone other than LJ Smith or Westbrook out of the backfield! Baskett and Davis are mid-late round flyers that may have a couple decent games to help fill in gaps in some weeks. OVERALL: C

You can't go wrong with Gates. Getting him at 2.05 in a 16 team league and 2 PPR is a steal. He will far outproduce his ADP. Franks has shown flashes here and there throughout his career, but overall has been very inconsistent. All renesauz needs is for him to fill in for a couple weeks.

OVERALL: A

Graham and Hall will put up points. I think these two together are an above average pair.

OVERALL: B-

Philly and Oakland is a so-so pair. Philly has a tough defense, and will continue to be. Oakland has been rather pitiful the last few years, but this year might see a bit of a resurgence. OVERALL: B-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Sinrman]

red93zj

Pick Player Team

05.13 Eli Manning NYG/4

09.13 David Carr Hou/5

01.13 Willis McGahee Buf/8

04.04 Corey Dillon NE/6

06.04 Chris Brown Ten/7

12.04 Travis Henry Ten/7

14.04 Maurice Drew Jac/6

02.04 Steve Smith Car/9

03.13 Plaxico Burress NYG/4

07.13 Donte Stallworth NO/7

11.13 Doug Gabriel Oak/3

17.13 Vincent Jackson SD/3

08.04 Randy McMichael Mia/8

10.04 Ben Troupe Ten/7

16.04 Olindo Mare Mia/8

18.04 Phil Dawson Cle/6

13.13 Dallas Dal/3

15.13 Buffalo Buf/8

red93zjEli Manning and David Carr is ok, I suppose. I'm not a big fan of Manning, but at 5.13, and as quickly as QBs were likely going, it's not a bad pick. He'll be a bit inconsistent, but will put up some points. Carr continues to struggle behind that pathetic O-line, and continues the string of "Most Sacked QB." Not something you want to be known for. He'll have a few good games though to help out. OVERALL: C+

Not a bad group of backs here. McGahee will have some great games, but will struggle a lot as well, mainly due to their crappy QB play. Defenses will key in on McGahee a lot, so I fully expect a lot of 3.0 or less YPC games. Dillon is still a top back........if he can stay healthy. He will do well, but his health and the rise of Maroney don't bode well for him. But he will still produce. Brown actually isn't that bad of a RB. It's his health that is the big concern. Not to mention he wants out of Tennessee. Henry is a decent backup to Brown, and should get a little PT, despite LenDale White being there. Finally, Drew will have some spot duty here and there, but it's a bit of a crowded backfield in Jax. OVERALL: C+ (could be a B- or better if Dillon and/or Brown can stay healthy)

Smith will be solid yet again. He won't have quite the year he did last year, but the addition of Meshawn and a more solid backfield will help keep the pressure off of him. Burress blew up early last season, but seemed to disappear at times. If he can be more consistent, he will be worth a lot. Stallworth I like a lot, but nagging injuries are always creeping up with him. I like the offense in NO now, and they'll be playing from behind a lot. So he should put up good numbers, if healthy. Gabriel might be a great value pick if the passing game can pick it up, and Porter finally gets dealt. But that's two big IFs. Finally, Jackson was a late round flyer, and might have a decent week or two. OVERALL: B

I'm liking McMichael a lot this year. Though I'm not as high on Troupe, many others are. He could have some good weeks this year. OVERALL: B+

Mare and Dawson aren't real exciting, though they will produce some. I wouldn't count on either to put up a ton of points on any given week though... OVERALL: C

Dallas and Buffalo are decent defenses. Combined, they should put up decent points each week. OVERALL: C+

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[teamramrod]

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

20 bucks I outlast you? Call it eating well On Ramrod.......I apprecaite Sinrman's hard work. Excellent reviews adn lotsa food for thought to chew on for my upcoming drafts. But I can not rate others in my league, cuz the ones I rate lower than me, kick my butt.But in your case BnB, I will make an exception. Its on.

 

[Sinrman]

Ptomaine

Pick Player Team

02.03 Peyton Manning Ind/6

10.03 Alex Smith SF/7

01.14 Kevin Jones Det/8

04.03 Ron Dayne Den/4

08.03 Mewelde Moore Min/6

12.03 Mike Alstott TB/4

17.14 Ciatrick Fason Min/6

05.14 Matt Jones Jac/6

06.03 Terry Glenn Dal/3

07.14 Keyshawn Johnson Car/9

09.14 Marty Booker Mia/8

11.14 Cedrick Wilson Pit/4

18.03 Marcus Robinson Min/6

03.14 Todd Heap Bal/7

13.14 Josh Brown Sea/5

15.14 Ryan Longwell Min/6

14.03 Cincinnati Cin/5

16.03 Green Bay GB/6

PtomainePicking Manning allowed Ptomaine to grab a second QB much later. I firmly believe that Manning will be a lot closer to his 2004 outpout than his 2005 output, now that Edge is gone. He'll be solid. Alex Smith I'm not sold on, but is really only needed for a couple weeks.

OVERALL: A-

I am not liking this group of backs at all. Though I'm a Detroit fan, I'm not sold on Kevin Jones yet. He still has a LOT to prove. He has a world of potential, but a lot to go. A month or more ago, Dayne didn't look like a bad pick. But now, with the rise of Mike Bell, Dayne is almost a waste of a pick. Or at least taken WAAAAAAY too early. Moore should fill in from time to time for Chester Taylor, and could fill in if Taylor is ineffective or hurt. Alstott was believed to be retiring, but apparently decided to stick around. He should have a couple good games. Finally, Fason may have a game or two where he fills in nicely, but that's about it. OVERALL: D

I'm not totally sold on Matt Jones yet, like many others are. I'd like to see him prove it, first. Glenn, I believe, is the best receiver on this team, and will be huge this year, with our without TO there. Meshawn should do fairly well this year, especially with Smith getting all the double teams. Booker will put up a few good games, but not many. Wilson might be a decent flyer and could have several good games. Finally, Marcus Robinson might be the biggest beneficiary of Koren Robinson being busted. OVERALL: C+

Heap will be a monster this year. But only one TE hurts a lot, especially if Heap can't stay healthy again.

OVERALL: B-

Brown and Longwell should be above average this year. They will both have some big games.

OVERALL: B

Cinncy and GB isn't a bad duo. Both should have some good games. Cinncy should continue it's turnover dominance this year. OVERALL: B

OVERALL GRADE: B-

 

[BassNBrew]

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

20 bucks I outlast you? Call it eating well On Ramrod.......I apprecaite Sinrman's hard work. Excellent reviews adn lotsa food for thought to chew on for my upcoming drafts. But I can not rate others in my league, cuz the ones I rate lower than me, kick my butt.But in your case BnB, I will make an exception. Its on.

One problem, I'm not in this league. How would we do this? Your effort in the other league was decent.

 

[Sinrman]

Eraser

Pick Player Team

05.15 Aaron Brooks Oak/3

09.15 Billy Volek Ten/7

01.15 Julius Jones Dal/3

03.15 Joseph Addai Ind/6

07.15 Mike Bell Den/4

16.02 William Green Cle/6

02.02 Chad Johnson Cin/5

04.02 Deion Branch NE/6

06.02 Antonio Bryant SF/7

08.02 Ernest Wilford Jac/6

11.15 Marcedes Lewis Jac/6

14.02 Lawrence Tynes KC/3

15.15 Stephen Gostkowski NE/6

10.02 Chicago Chi/7

12.02 Tampa Bay TB/4

13.15 Arizona Ari/9

EraserBrooks and Volek. Ewwww... Many were high on Brooks before, but man has he fallen like a rock! He has looked pitiful so far. He looked better in NO! Volek filled in for McNair admirably from time to time, but can he hack it as a full time starter? And can he do it with Vince Young waiting in the wings? OVERALL: D+

Mike Bell, if he remains the starter, might be the saving grace here. I'm not sold on Julius Jones, and the news that Barber will likely mix it up a lot will only hurt his value that much more. That's a very risky pick, especially for a late first rounder. Addai hasn't impressed anyone, so far. But I think given time, he'll do better and better. You can't help but improve in that offense! Finally, William Green is kind of a waste. Late pick, I know. But I'm not liking it either way. OVERALL: C

WR and TE is where it kills Eraser in that he missed two picks. But hey, you snooze, you lose! Chad Johnson will do well again this year, especially if Palmer gets back quickly. Branch quietly produces each year, but the holdout does not look good. This will be a wasted pick if he does. Bryant had some decent success in Cleveland before, but now he's moved to San Fran. He'll be looked at to be a top receiver, but that offense still needs a lot more time to gel. I don't think THIS is Bryant's year. Maybe next year. Finally, I like Wilford a lot. I am convinced he'll end up being the #2 guy in Jax (maybe even #1 if Jones slips), not Reggie Williams. He was a good mid round pick. OVERALL: C+ (could be a B- or better if Branch ends his holdout soon)

Man, what a risky, risky thing to do here. One TE, and it's a rookie? I like Lewis, but this is asking a lot. Not to mention he's competing with Kyle Brady for the starting gig. There will be a lot of zeroes at this position. OVERALL: D+

Tynes and Gostkowski should get the job done. Lots of XPs, and both their offenses can move the ball into FG range often. OVERALL: B-

So we have 4 WRs and 1 TE, yet we have 3 defenses?! Da Bears were picked, and Eraser felt the need to snag the Bucs AND the Cardinals, too!? I'm just not understanding this. Incredible trio of defenses, and they will produce consistently. But uhhh............

OVERALL: A+

OVERALL GRADE: C

 

[Sinrman]

Mutacheman

Pick Player Team

05.16 Drew Bledsoe Dal/3

09.16 Brad Johnson Min/6

01.16 Domanick Davis Hou/5

02.01 Warrick Dunn Atl/5

08.01 Cedric Houston NYJ/9

13.16 Derrick Blaylock NYJ/9

03.16 Derrick Mason Bal/7

04.01 Joey Galloway TB/4

06.01 Joe Horn NO/7

10.01 Eric Parker SD/3

11.16 Reggie Williams Jac/6

12.01 Corey Bradford Det/8

07.16 L.J. Smith Phi/9

14.01 Erron Kinney Ten/7

16.01 Josh Scobee Jac/6

18.01 Joe Nedney SF/7

15.16 Minnesota Min/6

17.16 Houston Hou/5

MutachemanBledsoe and Johnson is a great duo of QBs. Despite the rumors that Romo might take over in Dallas, I don't believe them, and firmly believe Bledsoe is still the man there. Both QBs should make sure that there is solid production from this position. OVERALL: B

I am just not liking this group of backs. I personally like Davis, but purposefully avoided him in every draft I did this year. His injury really concerned me, and so far it looks like I was justified in thinking this. Mutacheman needed a back, and was picking in a very difficult spot. This could come back to haunt him though. Dunn was a great choice though at 2.01. In this scoring format, the crafty Dunn will produce well. Houston and Blaylock aren't a bad duo, especially with the big ?? concerning Martin's future. But the trading for Barlow does not bode well for these two. And I had high hopes for them.... OVERALL: C

I am liking the first four WR selections. I think all four will be productive. I am really high on Mason this year, and think he and McNair will reunite and reconnect well. Galloway might not have the blow up season last year, but will still produce well. Horn can only go up from last year. The offensive additions look really good, and defenses will have their hands full. Horn is just the man to make them pay for forgetting him. Parker is a decent #2 WR in SD and Rivers will need him to stay productive. Williams I'm not sold on. Some had him as the #2 guy in Jax, but I think that is Wilford's job to lose. Williams may have a decent game or two this year, however. Bradford may also have a decent game or two and fill in if needed. Not a flashy group, but definitely serviceable.

OVERALL: B

LJ Smith I like a lot this year. I think he and McNabb will connect a lot. He may even sneak in to the top 3-4 after this year. Kinney should do ok, but with Troupe there, his value is diminished a lot. OVERALL: B

Scobee and Nedney is not a great duo, but will put up some points at least. OVERALL: C+

Minny and Houston is also not a great duo. They'll have a few decent games, but overall, there won't be a lot of production from this position. OVERALL: C-

OVERALL GRADE: C+

 

[Sinrman]

And there we have it!

My top grades belonged to:

Shadowmaster B+

Dpeease B

ArnCityPahnder B

Lowest grade belonged to:

Eraser C

The rest are pretty much right in the thick of things (C+ and B-). It's anybody's game! Naturally my early choice to win is Shadow, and earliest bounce is Eraser... good luck to all this year!

 

[ShadowMaster]

Nice work Sinrman - it was cool of you to put in all that time as an out side observer.

 

[teamramrod]

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

20 bucks I outlast you? Call it eating well On Ramrod.......I apprecaite Sinrman's hard work. Excellent reviews adn lotsa food for thought to chew on for my upcoming drafts. But I can not rate others in my league, cuz the ones I rate lower than me, kick my butt.But in your case BnB, I will make an exception. Its on.

One problem, I'm not in this league. How would we do this? Your effort in the other league was decent.

Okies BnB, give me an over/under point. What week do you expect me to leave the island. I will tell you if I will take that action. Sound good?

 

[ShadowMaster]

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

20 bucks I outlast you? Call it eating well On Ramrod.......I apprecaite Sinrman's hard work. Excellent reviews adn lotsa food for thought to chew on for my upcoming drafts. But I can not rate others in my league, cuz the ones I rate lower than me, kick my butt.But in your case BnB, I will make an exception. Its on.

One problem, I'm not in this league. How would we do this? Your effort in the other league was decent.

Okies BnB, give me an over/under point. What week do you expect me to leave the island. I will tell you if I will take that action. Sound good?

5.5 and I'll take the UNDERAs I prep for some analysis, your team is first and it is just not built for a Survivor format -You only have 1 QB going most weeks and none for week 8You have no TE week 4, no D week 6, and no PK week 9. Every other week, you only have 1 (Sheffler is a dark horse IMO)Worst of all, your week 5 and 6 RB bye issues are huge. I don't see you getting by with week 5 with Alexander, Perry, and Morris out. So again......5.5

 

[AhrnCityPahnder]

Nice writeups sinrman.

Obviously if either Suggs or Staley pan out (I like the picks a LOT less now, than when I made them just a week or two ago) I could be ok. But as it stands I'm not very deep at RB. we'll see what happens.

 

[BassNBrew]

Very generous grading IMO. I give this team a D- (would have been an F, but he did select 18 players). He could very well only be sending out 6 players/Ds to fill 6 (of 9) scoring positions. Not a recipe for success in this format.

20 bucks I outlast you? Call it eating well On Ramrod.......I apprecaite Sinrman's hard work. Excellent reviews adn lotsa food for thought to chew on for my upcoming drafts. But I can not rate others in my league, cuz the ones I rate lower than me, kick my butt.But in your case BnB, I will make an exception. Its on.

One problem, I'm not in this league. How would we do this? Your effort in the other league was decent.

Okies BnB, give me an over/under point. What week do you expect me to leave the island. I will tell you if I will take that action. Sound good?

Your team is gone no later then the conclusion of week 8. The Arizona Cardinals will win a playoff game before you finish in the upper half of this league with this roster.

 

[ShadowMaster]

TeamRamRod....... paging TeamRamRod



I think I won my under on the 5.5 prediction!

 

[teamramrod]

TeamRamRod....... paging TeamRamRod I think I won my under on the 5.5 prediction!

It was only for BnB, but thanks for giving me four more weeks of life )Check the main thread for my whining

 

[ShadowMaster]

It's all good. I wasn't going to hold you to the $20.......