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The whole Steelers offense is making the Chiefs D look like the Washington Generals vs. the Globetrotters. I agree that it's clear now who Willie's handcuff is. Going into this week, we had seen so little of Davenpoop that it was really up in the air whether he or Verron Haynes would be the primary ballcarrier if anything happened to Willie. I think we know the answer now.
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Marc Levin
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If Baskett is still out there, look at grabbing him - he got a lot of looks today.
fatboyj711
Footballguy
too bad he didn't catch any of them...
fatboyj711
Footballguy
his value significantly increases if mcnair is out for an extended period of time...
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
Yeah - but he's a rookie. He should evolve over the course of the year and get better at catching McNabb's passes.When scouting the WW, it will be hard to find a WR who will be more targeted, esp. if Stallowrth continues to have health problems.
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
In some leagues, Musa Smith or Mike Anderson might be available - they might be good options to stash deep on your bench.
Clayton and Boller were on the same page in the 2nd half of last season, and he actually has an a deep arm, which benefits Clayton (b/c of his speed) more than Mason.
shadyridr
Footballguy
Reggie Brown down?
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
What's yer point?We're talking WW finds - comprehension down?
Some #3 WRs:
Patrick Crayton was worked well into the Cowboys passing offense, and that still with Glenn and Owens getting their share of targets. He was definitely a bigger part of the gameplan than Witten today. He would be useful if Glenn gets hurt or if TO eventually talks himself off the roster.
Drew Carter has an imposing size/speed combo and looks like a future starter in this league. If Steve Smith's hammy acts up, or Keyshawn suffers a freak injury, he will be a viable fantasy WR.
Patrick Crayton was worked well into the Cowboys passing offense, and that still with Glenn and Owens getting their share of targets. He was definitely a bigger part of the gameplan than Witten today. He would be useful if Glenn gets hurt or if TO eventually talks himself off the roster.
Drew Carter has an imposing size/speed combo and looks like a future starter in this league. If Steve Smith's hammy acts up, or Keyshawn suffers a freak injury, he will be a viable fantasy WR.
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shadyridr
Footballguy
I dont know. Im just giddy I started Brown today
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
gotcha - no worries
Add Derek Hagan to the list. Ok, I'll admit was completely wrong about him in the pre-draft period. He may not give that #2 job back to Booker if he keeps playing like this.Wes who?edit to add: Wes must have heard me.Sigmund Bloom said:Some #3 WRsatrick Crayton was worked well into the Cowboys passing offense, and that still with Glenn and Owens getting their share of targets. He was definitely a bigger part of the gameplan than Witten today. He would be useful if Glenn gets hurt or if TO eventually talks himself off the roster.Drew Carter has an imposing size/speed combo and looks like a future starter in this league. If Steve Smith's hammy acts up, or Keyshawn suffers a freak injury, he will be a viable fantasy WR.
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Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
i loves me some Hagan.
There's those "hands" that got me so down on him back in Jan/Feb - should have had a long TD.
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If you're carrying a handcuff to Larry Johnson, I'd recommend making sure it's Derrick Ross, not Dee Brown.
Texican
Footballguy
Well, is it Ross, Brown, Bennett, or the Priest coming off of PUP?
I missed the end of the game, how did Ross look?
Mister CIA
Footballguy
I'll go do research, but I'd appreciate any comments on Nate Washington here. Thanks.
CBS cut away to MIA/NYJ. I would carry Ross until Bennett or Holmes are playing again. Brown almost lost the game for the Chiefs last week with a fumble after LJ's head almost got torn off, and Herm confirmed what I expected when Ross was in instead of Brown at the end of the game this week.Well, is it Ross, Brown, Bennett, or the Priest coming off of PUP?
The #4 WR in Pittsburgh behind Ward, Wilson, and Holmes. They also like to give him an end around every now and then, but I don't think he's worth carrying, at least not over Holmes or Wilson.
He's consistently getting 4 or 5 targets a game. Today he was extremely productive on them because the Chiefs secondary thought the team was on bye. I agree that Wilson is best cast as a #3, and that Holmes is making rookie mistakes, but I don't think those things will turn Washington into a starting WR for fantasy.Sigmund, are you serious? Nate Washington is getting good FF looks EVERY game!Plus:1) Ward is aging2) Wilson is a #33) Holmes is young and making many mistakesWashington might just land a starting spot soon?
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Going deeper:
DJ Hackett is very underrated. It took Bobby Engram's thyroid condition for him to get a consistent spot in the 4 WR sets, but he made the most of it, just as he did last year when injuries gave him playing time. He may well pass Burleson in the pecking order, and #3 WRs in good pass offenses are worth carrying in most leagues.
DJ Hackett is very underrated. It took Bobby Engram's thyroid condition for him to get a consistent spot in the 4 WR sets, but he made the most of it, just as he did last year when injuries gave him playing time. He may well pass Burleson in the pecking order, and #3 WRs in good pass offenses are worth carrying in most leagues.
As a Steeler fan, I think it's a toss up between Washington and Holmes as to who establishes himself as the #2 fantasy WR on the team, Ward will be #1. Washington is getting more opportunities now, but I think Holmes value will increase as the season goes on and he learns the offense. Neither one are that likely to be anything more than your #3 WR, IMO. Wilson is no better than a #3 now and I see him being the odd man out as the 4th WR by season's end. I would boost the Steelers WR's values somewhat after this week, as Ben was the QB we saw last year against Cincy, Indy and the Broncos in the playoffs this week. He was not the one we saw the 1st 5 weeks of the season. Whatever confidence he lost from last year, he regained today.He's consistently getting 4 or 5 targets a game. Today he was extremely productive on them because the Chiefs secondary thought the team was on bye. I agree that Wilson is best cast as a #3, and that Holmes is making rookie mistakes, but I don't think those things will turn Washington into a starting WR for fantasy.Sigmund, are you serious? Nate Washington is getting good FF looks EVERY game!Plus:1) Ward is aging2) Wilson is a #33) Holmes is young and making many mistakesWashington might just land a starting spot soon?
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sdsjr3
Footballguy
I agree. the past 2 weeks, it seems Cowher is putting Holmes on the field more and I don't see him making that many mistakes. The natural ability is there and as fast as he is, he could be a great downfield threat as soon as Ben get's some confidence/chemistry with him. I actually picked him up and started him this week...I'm not upset, I'll take the 6 pts when everybody else was on bye. I'm not dropping him either as I like his upside as the season goes on. I think he'll be #2 by season's end.
Macdaddy_2004
Footballguy
Haskett put up a big 0 for me today however I was encouraged at his targets, 7 of them I believe
Frenchy Fuqua
Footballguy
So if you were Andy Reid/Donovan McNabb and saw that Hank Baskett had 7 targets and 0 catches would you want to continue feeding him the ball?
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CrossEyed
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So were the passes inaccurate, broken up, dropped?
3C's
Footballguy
From what I remember, yes. All of the above.
Flyin Pigs
Footballguy
The 3 biggest names on my WW are the Claytons and Eric Parker. All three have questions surrounding 'em though. As I see it...
Mike Clayton scares me but I just can't quit him, man. Maybe his looks and touches, incl the TD, break open the flood gates a bit - maybe Grad has a better feel for him now? I don't know...
Mark Clayton - everything I hear is that his 2 TD's were flukes. Still, if Boller gets more PT (can't believe I'm saying this) things could look up - Boller looked stout at the end of last year (MoFo singlehandedly knocked me out of the playoffs last year) and can do a better job of getting Clayton the deep ball.
Eric Parker is getting good looks and leading in receiving yards lately in SD. No TD's though. If Marty continues to open up the offense for Rivers, will Parker be the main beneficiary?
I'm trying to answer these questions in my own mind before I move on one of 'em.
Mike Clayton scares me but I just can't quit him, man. Maybe his looks and touches, incl the TD, break open the flood gates a bit - maybe Grad has a better feel for him now? I don't know...
Mark Clayton - everything I hear is that his 2 TD's were flukes. Still, if Boller gets more PT (can't believe I'm saying this) things could look up - Boller looked stout at the end of last year (MoFo singlehandedly knocked me out of the playoffs last year) and can do a better job of getting Clayton the deep ball.
Eric Parker is getting good looks and leading in receiving yards lately in SD. No TD's though. If Marty continues to open up the offense for Rivers, will Parker be the main beneficiary?
I'm trying to answer these questions in my own mind before I move on one of 'em.
zamboni
Footballguy
Archie Bunker
Footballguy
For the most part, drops.
zamboni
Footballguy
Parker is definitely intriguing. McCardell, despite his also solid game, is still 36 and looking every bit the part.Jackson and Floyd are interesting prospects, but still look like they have a ways to go. Parker definitely seems to be a preferred target of Rivers, of course after LT and Gates get theirs.
sdsjr3
Footballguy
sdsjr3
Footballguy
They were flukes. And I personally have no confidence in Clayton or Boller. Lot's of hit or miss with these two.
Flyin Pigs
Footballguy
I forgot to add that the ###-ket comment landed coffee on the keyboard - Out standing stuff right there.
Zamboni - yeah, the number of looks that have to go around is what makes me worry the most w/ Parker - could be anyone week to week...
sdsjr - that's what I thought. And the hit/miss is the feeling I get with them too. Never did like anyone on the Ravens offense ever.
Zamboni - yeah, the number of looks that have to go around is what makes me worry the most w/ Parker - could be anyone week to week...
sdsjr - that's what I thought. And the hit/miss is the feeling I get with them too. Never did like anyone on the Ravens offense ever.
Boller and Clayton were a very solid combo at the end of 2005. I have more faith in Boller to make the Baltimore passing game productive right now than I do in McNair. Not to mention Boller actually has the arm to use Clayton deep.
Steve Dallas
Footballguy
Michael Clayton is available in a number of my leagues, so check your WWs -- I'll be looking to add him this week.
Mole
Footballguy
Done and DoneLike most of you I drafted Clayton late, 3rd to last pick, and gave up on him after Sims went down.I've been keeping my eye on him and now, finally seems to be coming on. I think it's a crapshoot for who gets the TDs, Galloway,Smith and Clayton all get looks. I'll take my chances and roll the dice this week as an avergae bye week fill in.Also picked up Jax Def Vs Hou, Jax was on a bye last week, and was surprisngly dropped for bye week fillins in a deeper league i am in (shorter bench).Steve Dallas said:
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