Having just completed my first Twitter draft, I have to say that the quality of my fellow drafters was excellent. There were many, savvy picks made. There's no doubt in my mind that an actual league with these guys would be a real challenge.
Here is how my roster ended up.
1.03 - Maurice Jones-Drew RB
2.10 - Randy Moss WR
3.03 - Reggie Wayne WR
4.10 - Aaron Rodgers QB
5.03 - Knowshon Moreno RB
6.10 - Reggie Bush RB
7.03 - Eddie Royal WR
8.10 - John Carlson TE
9.03 - Percy Harvin WR
10.10 - Derrick Mason WR
11.03 - Chester Taylor RB
12.10 - Chicago DST
13.03 - Joe Flacco QB
14.10 - David Akers K
15.03 - Joey Galloway WR
16.10 - Brent Celek TE
QB's - Going into this draft I was really wanting one of my top-5 QB's. I was lucky to get one in Rodgers. It's possible I could have waited till pick 5.03, but the 2 owners after me had yet to draft a QB...so I thought it best to take Rodgers in rd 4 and be sure. Rodgers had a fine first season as GB's QB and I see him only getting better. Joe Flacco is useful in a bye-week guy. He won't give fantasy owners big numbers...but he won't embarrass either.
RB's - After Maurice Jones-Drew, this might be the weakest part of my roster. If Moreno takes the starting job in Denver...if Reggie Bush is 100%...and if Chester Taylor continues to be productive along with Adrian Peterson, I'll be in great shape. If those guys fail me, I'll be hurting at this position. Also, looking back, I probably should have taken a 5th RB.
WR's - Without question, the strength of this team. After picking MJD 13 of the next 18 picks were RB's. I decided it would be wiser to get a couple of top-tier WR's as opposed to a 3rd-tier RB. Getting Moss and Wayne in a league where 3 WR's are required in the starting lineup gives me a potent 1-2 punch. I really like the rest of the WR's in the group. An rising star in Royal, 2 proven veterans in Mason and Galloway, and possibly a breakthrough rookie in Percy Harvin.
TE's - I felt very happy to get 2 solid but undervalued TE's in Carlson and Celek. Carlson had #'s that were as good, if not better, than Chicago TE Greg Olsen...who is thought of as a top 5-7 TE. Celek played so well last year the Eagles didn't pursue long-time Eagle TE L.J. Smith.
K's - I usually wait until round 13 or later to pick a kicker. I have a list of 2-3 guys I feel that are worth drafting in rds 13 or 14. If I don't get a chance at one of those guys, then I'll just wait till the last round or two to pick a kicker. I almost never draft 2 kickers. I just don't see the point in wasting a roster space on a reserve kicker when I could get another RB or WR. I was able to get Akers, a kicker who always seems to get it done and someone that can hit the longer FG's.
DST - Just change the work kicker from above and put in defense. In this mock I was able to get the Bear defense. They're not as dominant as they once were, but I always have luck with them.
All-in-all, I was extremely satisfied with this draft. I firmly believe that this team has championship possibilities written all over it.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 8, 2009
The greatest sports movies I've seen.
Being a sports junkie for 40 years, I thought I'd try to put together a list of the best sports-related movies I've seen.
1) Hoosiers - What a great movie. This movie allows Gene Hackman to once again show what a fantastic actor he really is.
2) Rocky - Wait a sec...the hero LOSES and yet you feel good for him? Yep.
3) Bull Durham - This movie has so many great quotes...well, just go here http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094812/quotes
4) Brians Song (The original one) - Oh wow, just thinking about it makes me sad. Great flick.
5) Slap Shot - Who in the hell knew Paul Newman could skate?! The Hanson's make this movie what it is...funnier than hell.
6) Field of Dreams - Hey dad, wanna have a catch?
7) The Natural
8) Caddyshack
9) North Dallas Forty
10) Rudy
I know, many of you are screaming for certain movies to be on this list. Remember, if I haven't seen them, I won't list them.
1) Hoosiers - What a great movie. This movie allows Gene Hackman to once again show what a fantastic actor he really is.
2) Rocky - Wait a sec...the hero LOSES and yet you feel good for him? Yep.
3) Bull Durham - This movie has so many great quotes...well, just go here http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0094812/quotes
4) Brians Song (The original one) - Oh wow, just thinking about it makes me sad. Great flick.
5) Slap Shot - Who in the hell knew Paul Newman could skate?! The Hanson's make this movie what it is...funnier than hell.
6) Field of Dreams - Hey dad, wanna have a catch?
7) The Natural
8) Caddyshack
9) North Dallas Forty
10) Rudy
I know, many of you are screaming for certain movies to be on this list. Remember, if I haven't seen them, I won't list them.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
An early look at the WR's.
The "High Maintenance" position. Lets take a look at the diva's.
1) Andre Johnson (Houston)- This guy is an absolute animal. He puts fear in the defensive backfield of some poor team every week. There is no telling what type of numbers he'd put up if Shaub stays healthy and puts it together.
2) Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona)- Still young enough to put together many more fine seasons. If this guy gets his hands on a pass, it's his. He has the perfect QB in Kurt Warner. Warner knows what to do with stud WR's.
3) Reggie Wayne (Indianapolis)- Wayne had a bit of an off year last year, but should rebound with the stabilization of the receiving unit this season. Also, anytime you have Peyton Manning at the controls...you're in good shape.
4) Roddy White (Atlanta)- Proved to the fantasy football world that he is a #1 WR. White flourished with rookie QB Matt Ryan at the helm. Yet another plus? Having Tony Gonzalez at TE.
5) Calvin Johnson (Detroit)- If the Lions choice of Matthew Stafford pans out, Johnson gets bumped up a couple of slots. What a physical specimen. There isn't anything this guy can't do on a football field.
6) Randy Moss (New England)- Some say his best days are past. I don't buy it. The fact that he gets Brady back once again puts Moss in elite status. Look for stud numbers once again from Moss.
7) Greg Jennings (Green Bay)- Maybe the 1 WR that is a top-10 guy that some still don't know about. He's a special talent and has a QB in Aaron Rogers that can get him the ball when it counts.
8) Steve Smith (Carolina)- Quite possibly the most explosive WR in the top-10, Smith is a threat the minute he leaves the tunnel. Fantasy owners just need to hope that Jake Delhomme stays healthy.
9) AnQuan Boldin (Arizona)- Boldin stays in the top-10 as long as he stays in Arizona. If he goes most anywhere else, he drops down a few slots. This offense is made for somebody like Boldin.
10) Marques Colston (New Orleans)- He's in a powerhouse offense that just keeps getting better and better. Brees can throw it with the best of them. If Colston can shake from getting these nagging injuries, he should put up big numbers once again.
1) Andre Johnson (Houston)- This guy is an absolute animal. He puts fear in the defensive backfield of some poor team every week. There is no telling what type of numbers he'd put up if Shaub stays healthy and puts it together.
2) Larry Fitzgerald (Arizona)- Still young enough to put together many more fine seasons. If this guy gets his hands on a pass, it's his. He has the perfect QB in Kurt Warner. Warner knows what to do with stud WR's.
3) Reggie Wayne (Indianapolis)- Wayne had a bit of an off year last year, but should rebound with the stabilization of the receiving unit this season. Also, anytime you have Peyton Manning at the controls...you're in good shape.
4) Roddy White (Atlanta)- Proved to the fantasy football world that he is a #1 WR. White flourished with rookie QB Matt Ryan at the helm. Yet another plus? Having Tony Gonzalez at TE.
5) Calvin Johnson (Detroit)- If the Lions choice of Matthew Stafford pans out, Johnson gets bumped up a couple of slots. What a physical specimen. There isn't anything this guy can't do on a football field.
6) Randy Moss (New England)- Some say his best days are past. I don't buy it. The fact that he gets Brady back once again puts Moss in elite status. Look for stud numbers once again from Moss.
7) Greg Jennings (Green Bay)- Maybe the 1 WR that is a top-10 guy that some still don't know about. He's a special talent and has a QB in Aaron Rogers that can get him the ball when it counts.
8) Steve Smith (Carolina)- Quite possibly the most explosive WR in the top-10, Smith is a threat the minute he leaves the tunnel. Fantasy owners just need to hope that Jake Delhomme stays healthy.
9) AnQuan Boldin (Arizona)- Boldin stays in the top-10 as long as he stays in Arizona. If he goes most anywhere else, he drops down a few slots. This offense is made for somebody like Boldin.
10) Marques Colston (New Orleans)- He's in a powerhouse offense that just keeps getting better and better. Brees can throw it with the best of them. If Colston can shake from getting these nagging injuries, he should put up big numbers once again.
Sunday, May 3, 2009
An early look at the TE's.
Always one of the toughest positions to rank. Lets take an early peek at the TE position.
1) Jason Witten (Dallas) - A good thing for Witten and the Cowboys may have gotten even better with the departure of Terrell Owens. Dallas QB Tony Romo and Witten have a very good relationship building and could once again put up solid numbers.
2) Antonio Gates (San Diego) - Injuries kept Gates down somewhat last season. Hopefully, a healthy season will allow Gates to re-establish himself as one of the NFL's best. He's a perfect fit for the Charger offense.
3) Tony Gonzalez (Atlanta) - What a great trade for Gonzalez. He put up great numbers playing in Kansas City without a whole lot of help. With Atlanta, he has a top-10 WR in Roddy White, a stud RB in Michael Turner, and an up-and-coming QB in Matt Ryan helping him to possibly get the ring he so badly wants.
4) Dallas Clark (Indianapolis) - Having been an owner of Clark I can say how nice it is to put his name in the starting lineup, sit back, and reap the rewards. Anytime you have a quality TE like Clark...and knowing that Mr. Manning will be tossing him the ball, you breathe easier. This year should be no different.
5) Owen Daniels (Houston) - This is one of the teams I see taking that next step. Daniels will be a big part of it. If QB Matt Shaub can keep it together, Daniels should be a monster over the middle of the field. With Andre Johnson as the #1 WR, that part of the field should be wide open.
6) Greg Olsen (Chicago) - I have to imagine that Olsen thought Christmas had come early with the Bears trade for QB Jay Cutler. Even though Olsen had a fairly good year with Kyle Orton at QB, he should do much better with the step up in quality in Cutler. Olsen is extra dangerous with his ability to go deeper downfield than most TE's.
7) John Carlson (Seattle) - A surprise breakout last season, Carlson became a go-to guy. With all the injuries at the WR and QB position, Carlson was the one constant. This year, with QB Matt Hasselbeck healthy and WR T.J. Housmanzadeh in camp, Carlson's stock is looking mighty good.
8) Kellen Winslow (Tampa Bay) - This was a very tough call. I could see putting Winslow a notch or two higher. I could also see him just outside the top-10. His abilities are unquestioned. His attitude, past injuries, and inexperience at QB, are a question.
9) Chris Cooley (Washington) - After a below-par year last season, we foresee a rebound of sorts for Chris. Just how big a rebound depends on if the wounds QB Jason Campbell felt with all the trade talk concerning him are healed. This team has a very good offense...if they'd just knock the dust off the entire playbook.
10) Kevin Boss (N.Y. Giants) - Boss seemed to get better as the year went on. Giant QB Eli Manning was more comfortable going to Boss in key situations, especially once Plaxico Burress was no longer a factor. Look for a solid season from Boss.
1) Jason Witten (Dallas) - A good thing for Witten and the Cowboys may have gotten even better with the departure of Terrell Owens. Dallas QB Tony Romo and Witten have a very good relationship building and could once again put up solid numbers.
2) Antonio Gates (San Diego) - Injuries kept Gates down somewhat last season. Hopefully, a healthy season will allow Gates to re-establish himself as one of the NFL's best. He's a perfect fit for the Charger offense.
3) Tony Gonzalez (Atlanta) - What a great trade for Gonzalez. He put up great numbers playing in Kansas City without a whole lot of help. With Atlanta, he has a top-10 WR in Roddy White, a stud RB in Michael Turner, and an up-and-coming QB in Matt Ryan helping him to possibly get the ring he so badly wants.
4) Dallas Clark (Indianapolis) - Having been an owner of Clark I can say how nice it is to put his name in the starting lineup, sit back, and reap the rewards. Anytime you have a quality TE like Clark...and knowing that Mr. Manning will be tossing him the ball, you breathe easier. This year should be no different.
5) Owen Daniels (Houston) - This is one of the teams I see taking that next step. Daniels will be a big part of it. If QB Matt Shaub can keep it together, Daniels should be a monster over the middle of the field. With Andre Johnson as the #1 WR, that part of the field should be wide open.
6) Greg Olsen (Chicago) - I have to imagine that Olsen thought Christmas had come early with the Bears trade for QB Jay Cutler. Even though Olsen had a fairly good year with Kyle Orton at QB, he should do much better with the step up in quality in Cutler. Olsen is extra dangerous with his ability to go deeper downfield than most TE's.
7) John Carlson (Seattle) - A surprise breakout last season, Carlson became a go-to guy. With all the injuries at the WR and QB position, Carlson was the one constant. This year, with QB Matt Hasselbeck healthy and WR T.J. Housmanzadeh in camp, Carlson's stock is looking mighty good.
8) Kellen Winslow (Tampa Bay) - This was a very tough call. I could see putting Winslow a notch or two higher. I could also see him just outside the top-10. His abilities are unquestioned. His attitude, past injuries, and inexperience at QB, are a question.
9) Chris Cooley (Washington) - After a below-par year last season, we foresee a rebound of sorts for Chris. Just how big a rebound depends on if the wounds QB Jason Campbell felt with all the trade talk concerning him are healed. This team has a very good offense...if they'd just knock the dust off the entire playbook.
10) Kevin Boss (N.Y. Giants) - Boss seemed to get better as the year went on. Giant QB Eli Manning was more comfortable going to Boss in key situations, especially once Plaxico Burress was no longer a factor. Look for a solid season from Boss.
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