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Which rookie are you most looking forward to watching? (1 Viewer)

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I'm not talking about a guy on your fantasy team, necessarily. Just a guy you can't wait to see in action.

As much as I want to see McClain roam around for Oakland, the answer is easily Sam Bradford for me.

His "weapons" leave a lot to be desired, but I think he's a fantastic talent and I really want to see how he fares.

 
Best. I watched a lot of CAL games this year and I think he could be the real deal. His size is a slight question mark, but I think that's overstated. Can he overcome Detroit's ineptitude? I really doubt I'll have the guy on too many fantasy teams this year because he's going a bit too high for my taste, but he's very intriguing.

 
I want to see Bradford I think he has a chance to be a very good Qb and even though the Rams offense is bad they aren't the Browns. I want to see how well he plays from the start and if healthy watch him develop into the next top line guy.

 
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.

 
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
 
radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early. He has elite vision/balance and solid speed. talent isn't all based on speed.if anything he will back up the talent theory, not situation theory.
 
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radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early.
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Yeah, he's clearly a guy who has talent AND opportunity.
 
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radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early. He has elite vision/balance and solid speed. talent isn't all based on speed.if anything he will back up the talent theory, not situation theory.
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You could very well be right. If he does really well, then he will prove that he earned the opportunity because of his talent. If he performs okay, but not up to some expectations, it may show that he doesn't have elite NFL talent (and that some took him early based on little competition). In either case, I'm looking forward to seeing how he shakes out at the next level.
 
Jahvid Best. I'm just excited to see how they use him. I think he'll do well.

I think I know what to expect from Mathews and Bryant. I expect both to become quality starters soon.

 
EBF said:
Jahvid Best. I'm just excited to see how they use him. I think he'll do well.I think I know what to expect from Mathews and Bryant. I expect both to become quality starters soon.
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Ya beat me to it. I like Jahvid Best to be offensive ROY. Has "big play" and "next gear" and "future stud" written all over him. I hope he can stay healthy. Haven't been this excited about a Detroit RB since Barry.On the defensive side, I am really looking forward to watching Raiders DE/DT Lamarr Houston from Texas, pounce on quarterbacks this year.
 
I can't wait to see Jahvid Best. As a Lions fan, I was totally stoked when they traded up to draft him. I am really going to be interested to watch how the safeties and LBs play against the Lions this year. Last year, all they did was drop deep into coverage, with one of them almost always on the side nearest to Calvin. They never had to respect the running game. Same with the LBs; they just dropped into the short zones and pretty much eliminated slants and crossing routes. If they try that with Best back there, he can make them pay. This doesn't even factor in that he is also a great receiver for a RB and runs great routes.

 
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radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early. He has elite vision/balance and solid speed. talent isn't all based on speed.if anything he will back up the talent theory, not situation theory.
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Please see Knowshon Moreno, Jamarcus Russell, DHB, etc. for why this logic is not perfect.Please note: I am not saying Mathews isn't talented - I'm just saying just saying the logic doesn't automatically follow.
 
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DoubleG said:
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radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early. He has elite vision/balance and solid speed. talent isn't all based on speed.

if anything he will back up the talent theory, not situation theory.
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Please see Knowshon Moreno, Jamarcus Russell, DHB, etc. for why this logic is not perfect.Please note: I am not saying Mathews isn't talented - I'm just saying just saying the logic doesn't automatically follow.
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Are we really dismissing Moreno already?
 
For all I've heard about Dexter McCluster, I'm looking forward to finding out how he'll be used in KC.

Arenas is probably just as good of a returner as McCluster. If Dex can manage to secure the returner roll, he just might have some serious value in returner leagues that add the return yards to the player positon scoring.

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Chalk up another pick for Best - Easily my favourite RB from the class. Think he has the potential to be something special, but it will be a nail biting ride. As EBF said, I am confident in knowing what Mathews will become but Best is the wildcard. Don't much care for Spiller either.

Bryant, I am a huge fan as well, but again, I am confident enough in him becoming a stud that he won't be as interesting to watch from a developmental POV.

 
Offensively, there is a lot to choose from but it's probably Best for me as well for all the previously mentioned reasons. Plus, if he gets hurt badly, I can start touting my 'DET RB curse' and market it against the Madden Curse for $$.

Defensively I'm excited to see what Kyle Wilson can do opposite Revis for the Jets. Cromartie is there and will limit his reps, but loved the pick, really want to see what he's capable of.

Of course, you also have to be excited to see what a bot named Suh can do as well. High hopes for that cat.

 
I can't wait to see B.Tate, M.Hardesty and Spiller in action. Spiller looks like another R.Bush. Since he doesn't have all the hype, maybe he can deliver where Reggie didn't. And who doesn't like to watch them SEC backs get a shot in the NFL. Especially Tate. Wasn't too long ago Auburn sent us Caddy, who has transitioned into the NFL nicely IMO. Houston is a much better team than TB were when they drafted RB.

Should be fun to watch.

 
Bryant, Spiller, and Mike Williams (TB) for me.

Bryant and Spiller for obvious reasons. Williams because every time he was on the field, he seemed to be a man among boys. I think the character issues are overrated and he's going to be a beast. He's the ultimate boom/bust candidate for me.

 
Being in SEC country, there are several rookies from the SEC that I can't wait to see at the NFL level:

Dexter McCluster - the guy is in a word..ELECTRIC! He lit up SEC defenses(best college defenses in the country) and I think if KC can find a way to get him the ball, he'll reward them with some huge plays.

Eric Berry - wow..this guy is a stopper on defense. He joins a not so great defensive unit in KC, but I think he'll make some plays for that secondary for sure. He's just a freak athlete and very smart football player.

Rolando McClain - this guy busted up SEC offenses all over the place and should be a difference maker for that OAK defense. This guy is a STUD.

Montario Hardesty - played in a good pro style offense at TEN and I think he'll make a good transition to the NFL..he's had a few injuries in his career, but when he's healthy, he's a very capable back. He's shifty, has deceptive speed, and great vision.

Other rookies that I'm excited to watch are:

Spiller - didn't see him much in college, just highlights, so I'm interested to see how he transitions to the NFL..a lot of guys that rely on speed a lot in college don't realize that everybody is fast in the NFL..Reggie had to figure that out and stop running sideline to sideline. So I'm interested to watch this guy..

Dez Bryant - the couple of times i watched Dez play in college, he was truly a monster out there..I think he could very well end up being a great NFL WR..maybe as early as later this season..

 
Jerry Hughes (because I'm a Colts fan) and after that C.J. Spiller because he's on my dynasty team and it will be fun to see if he's a game breaker or not.

 
frogpond11 said:
Being in SEC country, there are several rookies from the SEC that I can't wait to see at the NFL level:

Dexter McCluster - the guy is in a word..ELECTRIC! He lit up SEC defenses(best college defenses in the country) and I think if KC can find a way to get him the ball, he'll reward them with some huge plays.
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McCluster for me, He is like trying to catch lightning. I am sure he will not be the most succesfull fantasy rookie but might be the most exciting with the ball in his hands. If he stays at WR look out in a couple of years.

 
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As a PAts fan, Hernandez, Gronkowski and Price are intriguing but at the national level: Suh, Bryant, Best and Spiller. Suh is a beast and should be very tough to stop. Smaller, super quick rb's are fun to watch but Chris Johnson and a player like Sproles in the open field are hard to beat.

Come to think of it... I'd love to see an old fashioned Bettis like bruiser come forth and knock some folks around, maybe Tate, Gerhardt or Dwyer, not sure.

 
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Raider Nation said:
I'm not talking about a guy on your fantasy team, necessarily. Just a guy you can't wait to see in action.As much as I want to see McClain roam around for Oakland, the answer is easily Sam Bradford for me. His "weapons" leave a lot to be desired, but I think he's a fantastic talent and I really want to see how he fares.
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SamRunner up - Dez
 
DoubleG said:
moderated said:
radballs said:
Donnybrook said:
Ryan Mathews. Fresno State opened a lot of holes for this guy. I want to see if he can be as effective in San Diego.
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He would be my number 2, mostly because he should be a good test (for those who took him early in dynasty drafts) of the old theory of talent vs. opportunity. Also, curious here regarding how he and Sproles are used. I have a sneaky suspicion that in redrafts going on now, Matthews is currently overrated and Sproles is underrated (especially in ppr leagues).
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mathews should test the talent vs opportunity theory??????He was drafted in the top 15, if SD didn't think he was freakishly talented they wouldn't have drafted him so early. He has elite vision/balance and solid speed. talent isn't all based on speed.if anything he will back up the talent theory, not situation theory.
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Please see Knowshon Moreno, Jamarcus Russell, DHB, etc. for why this logic is not perfect.Please note: I am not saying Mathews isn't talented - I'm just saying just saying the logic doesn't automatically follow.
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The point is whether mathews succeeds or not won't answer any debate on talent vs opportunity since he's talented and in a good situation.We're not talking about some mediocre guy drafted in the third round.
 
I thought all the Lions fans would be all over a man named Suh. I know he's the only Detroit pick that I really want to see.

For me it's also Spiller but Suh is a close second.

 
gianmarco said:
Amazing to me that there's 22 posts and only 1 mention of Spiller. Him "and not even close" for me.
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Me too. I think Matthews will be the more productive Fantasy RB but I think that Spiller is the guy I will want to spend time watching. This is a bad analogy, but I enjoy watching Hightower run over more productive guys on the Cardinals throughout his short career. Not comparing skill sets, just my desire to see one player over another.#2 is Bradford as a Rams homer.Edit to add, the guys I don't want to see this year are Suh, McCoy and Clausen as guys we could've had over Bradford and the lineman we took in the second.
 
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Bradford, Best and Spiller all are intriguing, but I am especially interested in seeing John Skelton QB/Ari, Jimmy Graham TE/NO and Jonathan Dwyer RB/Pit. Also, I look forward to watching the Tebow project in Denver.

Edit to add McCluster to my list. He should make things exciting.

 
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Dez Bryant. He's a special talent and I want him to make idiots like Jeff Ireland and all the other "karacter kops" look stupid as hell.

 
benson_will_lead_the_way said:
BigTex said:
gianmarco said:
Amazing to me that there's 22 posts and only 1 mention of Spiller. Him "and not even close" for me.
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:mellow:
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I missed our debates Big Tex
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LOL, I know. I've been very busy over the last 3+ months and haven't been able to post as much as I'd like. I love the position Matthew is in. I'm curious as to how he'll adapt to the NFL but there's not doubt I'm in the Spiller camp all the way;-) Right now I have my eye set on the 2011 and 2012 Class.I'm sure we'll be debating again soon LOL!
 
Another player I am looking forward to watching is Joe McKnight. I really thought that McKnight, not McCluster, would be the RB that would be converted to WR in the pros. I just envisioned him in the Percy Harvin role for a team. The Jets have other plans for him according to KFFL:

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 21:02:58 -0400The New York Jets are looking for RB Joe McKnight to gain some weight, lower his pad level and improve his directional awareness, reports Manish Metha, of the New York Daily News. Running backs coach Anthoney Lynn would like McKnight to gain 10 to 15 pounds and eventually weigh 210 pounds without sacrificing his quickness or long-range speed. The coaches would also like to break McKnight's tendency of running upright. The team would like for McKnight to be able to master running between the tackles.
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Frankly, I don't know if they drafted the right player if they have to change him so drastically.
 
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