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Subject: RIFC AAA#1 2007: Draft Rationales #3 (Round 13-18)
Posted by: Trip
- Leader [13961611] Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 13:24
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| 1 | Da Bomb
Donor
ID: 487112814
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 13:46
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13.01 Wes Welker, WR, NE
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| 2 | Taxman
Leader
ID: 13961611
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 15:51
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13.02 Brian Leonard, RB, STL
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| 3 | letter_j
Leader
ID: 13961611
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 15:52
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13.03 Patrick Willis, LB, SF
Willis, a first-team All-American and the most outstanding linebacker in college football last year, ran a 4.37 40-yard dash at his pro day, mind boggling for a LB.
It has also been reported that Willis will start and play on the inside in HC Mike Nolan's scheme. He will also remain on the field in all situations. Nolan's scheme has produced huge tackle numbers from inside backers Donnie Edwards, Ray Lewis and Keith Brooking. Willis has the talent to replicate the tackle numbers of those great players.
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| 4 | Trip
Leader
ID: 13961611
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 15:53
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13.04 James Jones, WR, GB
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| 5 | deepsnapper
Leader
ID: 13961611
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 15:54
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13.05 Brett Favre, QB, GB
I decided I didn't want an IDP with this pick and looked around and made the decision to go ahead and pick up my backup QB. Favre was the selection based on his drive & durablility more than anything else. He never gives up and will play until his arms & legs fall off. I'm not sure if he's stop even then. For a backup, that's all you can ask.
I've seen very good teams experience problems later on in the year when they've lost their starting QB due to injury for even a few weeks and I think I've covered that one with Favre. He's the definition of durability as far as quarterbacks go in the NFL. Now about 4 TDs & 300 yds during the weeks I need him will be just fine. ;)
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| 6 | Trip
Leader
ID: 13961611
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 15:56
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13.06 DeMarcus Ware, LB, DAL
I had Andra Davis queued up here and then decided to take one more look at my LB options here. Ware really stood out and is less of a health risk than Davis too boot. I was concerned that in a league with more than a couple of Dallas fans for Ware to still be available that there were injury issues or other bad news. I checked for any news and he came back with all good reports.
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| 7 | For Loki
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:08
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13.07 Joe Horn, WR, ATL
I only had 2 WRs at this time and picked Horn for that roster spot.
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| 8 | For Hubble
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:09
| 13.08 Drew Bennett, WR, STL
After having reach in round 6 (NE def) 9 (QB Cutler) and 12 (TE Miller) i consider having real good value in Bennett in round 13. I needed a 4th good WR in order to cover for injuries and BYE weeks. Even though he is considered WR3 in St-Louis, Bennett is a red zone target and Bulger should spread enough pass to make him worthy of being an almost every week starter. He could also be a factor during the playoff where he will play 3 indoor games in december. I'll be happy with 800 yds 6TD
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| 9 | For Ref
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:09
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13.09 Bob Sanders, DB, IND
This guy may be the most underrated DB in all of the so-called experts lists. When healthy (and he finally seems to be there now) he dominates.
The Colts D was actually built for him. Obviously he can't do it by himslef, but it's no wonder the Colts D finally responded when he came back at the end of last year and the playoffs run. He is so quick that he comes up to stop the run. He flies all over the field, INTs, PDs and incredibly strong and mentally tough. I almost took him a lot earlier, but just had a feeling that people would go with their lists and stay away from him. I kept asking myself how long do I wait. I finally decided I'd target him here no matter who else stood out or what news came out on anyone. Time will tell if his numbers will meet my expectations.
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| 10 | For AthleticsGuy
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:10
| 13.10 Reuben Droughns, RB, NYG
I didn't plan on adding another RB here, but Droughns looked like a good option. I have some doubts about Brandon Jacobs being an every-down back, as he's a bit unproven. His style of running also makes him more susceptible to injuries than most RBs. So I expect Droughns to still get a pretty good share of the carries.
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| 11 | For Doug
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:11
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13.11 Stephen Cooper, LB, SDG
If he takes over Donnie Edwards role he could put up studly numbers. Preseason is just preseason, but I was nevertheless impressed to see him put up 11 tackles in week 2.
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| 12 | TB
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:12
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13.12 Antoine Winfield, DB, MIN
It's at that time of the draft where I feel like I can go in any direction to get some back-ups or fill out my remaining starters. I'm just looking for the most value by position. Having to start 1 each LB, DB, DL, and three flex IDP I've always felt it's nice to have a couple solid DB not only in case of injury or poor performance but to assist with bye weeks. Winfield was one of the top DB scorers from last year and I'm hoping to get similar production. I noticed that jtserb took one of my planned later round picks in James Jones this round. That is going to change up my later round strategy seeing how I need to find another 4th and 5th WR.
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| 13 | For PeterN
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:12
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13.13 Adrian Peterson, RB, CHI
Not much to say here. I'm basically handcuffing the RB situation in Chicago. He's a solid backup RB, but if I end up needing him, my season won't go the way I want it to.
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| 14 | StLCards
Dude
ID: 31010716
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 19:15
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13.14 Gibril Wilson, DB, NYG
I put off taking any IDP until late in the draft and am very happy that one of the top DBs is still here for the taking. No regrets waiting.
14.01 James Farrior, LB, PIT
Very solid linebacker. Not the best but will certainly put up respectable numbers. Considered Andra Davis here but didn't like his injury history.
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| 15 | For PeterN
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 23:12
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14.02 Derrick Johnson, LB, KC
I reached on this pick. Willis was #1 on my queue , but he was taken a few picks before I came up in the 13th round. I then thought I would definitely get Farrior. 'Cards ended up taking him and that left me scrambling. I do like DJ, but he might have slid further. I like his athletic ability and hope he can get settled into the roll at strong side backer. We shall see. |
| 16 | TB
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Tue, Aug 28, 2007, 23:14
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14.03 Rex Grossman, QB, CHI
I had Jake Delhomme at the top of my queue and felt fairly strongly that this is where I needed to draft a back-up QB. I'm quite happy with Leinart as my starter, but I wanted to cover his bye week and have some insurance. Rex started off hot last year and then made some mistakes. I like how Lovie Smith stuck by him and think he can only show improvement this year. I was slightly concerned that if the Panthers suck, more importantly if Jake sucks, that they have a pretty good 2nd option on the bench. Honestly, I didn't want to think too deeply about this, but did look at the week 8 match-ups and like Chicago's better. Chicago also has a favorable schedule at the end of the season. Other players considered were Terrell Suggs and Freddy Keiaho.
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| 17 | for Doug
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:11
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14.04 Dennis Northcutt, WR, JAX
Should be the #1 WR in JAX, and may return punts as well... for round 14 seems like a good value. Bye week didn't conflict with any of my top 3 either.
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| 18 | for Athletics Guy
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:13
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14.05 Jake Delhomme, QB, CAR
In my opinion, Jake Delhomme could make a decent #1 fantasy QB. To have him as my #2 is great, to say the least. He has one of the best WRs in Steve Smith, making him a strong candidate to reach the 25 TD mark.
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| 19 | for Ref
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:14
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14.06 Chad Pennington, QB, NYJ
He was taken as a bye week/injury replacement. Came back from his injury with some decent numbers--passing for 3,352 yards, 17 touchdowns. I think he's keeping the seat warm, but he is still the starter so could still be servicable in a pinch.
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| 20 | for Hubble
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:15
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14.07 Matt Schaub, QB, HOU
Having Cutler as a 1st QB, i needed to invest in a back-up. Cutler will have a though schedule and i needed a 2nd QB (and possibly a 3rd) that could fill in for those hard match-up. Schaub also has a tough schedule vs Pass, but the match-ups fits in well with Cutler's . Decent value in round 14.
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| 21 | for loki
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:16
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14.08 Marcel Shipp, RB, AZ
A good RB to have on the bench. EJs backup who should get goal line carries and could start if James is injured.
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| 22 | for Trip
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:17
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14.09 Andra Davis, LB, CLE
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| 24 | deepsnapper
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 18:25
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14.10 Kevin Curtis, WR, PHI
I drafted Kevin as a 5th WR at this point primarilly as the best offensive potential at his position IMO who was still available. He has the speed to go deep and playing with McNabb who loves to throw the ball, I think he'll have the opportunity to catch a lot of ball & score TDs.
I expect to receive more value at this pick than a DL or DB which is what I was considering otherwise. There is still too many "tackle" LB's out there to miss out on an offensive player with this much upside, especially when you start 3 WR in this league.
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| 25 | For jtserb
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:29
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14.11 Ed Reed, DB, BAL
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| 26 | For letter_j
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:30
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14.12 Terrell Suggs, DL, BAL
Suggs is 24 years old and yet has logged 40 sacks over his four NFL seasons. He also puts up adequate tackle numbers and can make big plays, evidenced by six forced fumbles, three fumble recoveries, two INTs and twelve passes defended in the last two seasons.
He was in my second tier of DLs, I did not see him lasting much longer on the board and with little else jumping out at me at this time, I decided to fill an existing starting slot and select an elite DL.
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| 27 | For Taxman
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:30
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14.13 Omar Gaither, LB, PHI
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| 28 | For Da Bomb
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:31
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14.14 Jared Allen, DL, KAN
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15.01 Derrick Brooks, LB, TAM
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| 29 | For Taxman
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:31
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15.02 Karlos Dansby, LB, ARI
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| 30 | For letter_j
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:32
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15.03 Brandon Marshall, WR, DEN
At 6' 4" and 230 lbs, Marshall is a beast with speed, whose size alone should make him an option in the red-zone. And with his skill set, hopefully he is the second option of the Broncos passing game.
IMO, this as a high-upside pick (extreme value in the 15th round) that could pay huge dividends.
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| 31 | For jtserb
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:33
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15.04 Steve McNair, QB, BAL
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| 32 | For deepsnapper
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:33
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15.05 Takeo Spikes, LB, PHI
I decided on Takeo at this point because I wanted a LB who's going to score points for sacks and int. as well as tackles. He's moving to Philly from Buffalo and I think he's still feels he has a lot to prove to himself and his fans. Motivation is a great factor for a linebacker and the fans in Philidelphia are a great factor in pumping you up on defense. I look for a great season from Takeo playing outside in the 4-3.
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| 33 | For Trip
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:34
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15.06 Jacoby Jones, WR, HOU
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| 34 | For Loki
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:34
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15.07 Green Bay Packers, DEF, GNB
The top defenses were picked, and I wanted a decent defense while there was one left.
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| 35 | For Hubble
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:35
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15.08 Julian Peterson, LB, SEA
When comes time to draft LB, i usually prefer hard hitter that gets 90+ solo tackle/year. And i tend to stay away of big play guys. But i like Peterson and he should be steady 7-8 fpts/week. I cant say if he,ll start every day, but i think he have enought upside to justify a 15th rounder.
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| 36 | For Ref
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:35
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15.09 Correll Buckhalter, RB, PHI
Simply got as a handcuff. He is supposedly healthy now and plays decently when he gets the chance. With Westbrook's knack for finding the trainer's room, I felt compelled to nab his backup earlier than I wanted.
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| 37 | For A's Guy
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:35
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15.10 Troy Williamson, WR, MIN
Troy Williamson will always be remembered as the guy the Vikings traded Randy Moss for. It's unlikely he'll ever live up to the hype and expectations. But as one of my bench WRs, I could do a lot worse.
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| 38 | For Doug
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:36
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15.11 Kevin Faulk, RB, NWE
If Maroney's shoulder acts up he could see a boost in touches. Otherwise he serves as an emergency "filler" RB who pretty much guarantees I won't have to sit on a 0, getting a few touches per game as well as returning punts.
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| 39 | TB
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:37
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15.12 Ted Ginn Jr. WR, MIA
This turned out to be a whim pick. Some receivers that I planned on grabbing, I'd passed on earlier or they were taken before I got to them. I know Ginn is not currently listed as the #2 WR, but he should get some action as a third WR along with kick returns and could eventually earn that #2 role. Really, there is no veteran receiver left that is going to have a bigger season than he's ever had/one that outperforms most of the people already drafted. If there is, it's a luck pick anyway. You pretty much know what you are going to get from most of those. The 15th round is a good time to look at potential.
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| 40 | For Pete
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:40
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15.13 Jason Campbell, QB, WAS
Campbell is a physically gifted huge QB in the NFL. He was thrown into the fire last year and responded nicely. I expect significant improvements as he goes into his 2nd year as a starter.
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| 41 | For Cards
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:41
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15.14 E.J. Henderson, LB, MIN
Filling out some more IDP here. Henderson had a very good year playing for a good defensive team, moved into the middle and should do well again.
16.01 Charles Tillman, DB, CHI
Another player on a solid defensive team. Has a nice mix of tackles and interceptions and hopefully can build on last year.
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| 42 | For Pete
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:41
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16.02 Matt Jones, WR, JAX
The former college standout as a QB has been nothing but a tease as a WR. He has the tools to be a solid number 2 WR. Time will tell if his potential converts into great playmaking ability.
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| 43 | TB
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 20:42
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16.03 Freddy Keiaho, LB, IND
I came into the draft high on this kid, but assumed he would go higher than I was willing to gamble. He was still around in the 14th and I almost snagged him, but at that time only 12 DB and 26 LB had been drafted (2 each by me) so I decided that back-up QB was more important for my team and figured with Ref in the league he would never back it back down to me. For all the IDP research and planning we do, only a few score in that 130-140 range or greater while most of the ones drafted score in that 110-120 range or lower. Truthfully, I came very close to passing on him again with some great DL value still on the board. I rolled the dice on potential one more time. There have been some great scoring linebackers from the Will position in the Tampa 2 defense and I hope I got a gem in the 16th.
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| 44 | For Doug
Donor
ID: 539581218
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:26
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16.04 Jeff Garcia, QB, TAM
Old man Garcia may still have some life in him, and has a favorable matchup vs. Detroit when Rivers is on his bye week.
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| 45 | For Athletics Guy
Donor
ID: 539581218
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:26
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16.05 Brian Dawkins, DB, PHI
I was hoping to get Charles Tillman but he was taken just a few picks earlier. Fortunately, this isn't a keeper league so I'll gladly settle for Brian Dawkins. Even though he's getting up there in age, he's still one of the NFL's best safeties.
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| 46 | Ref
Donor
ID: 539581218
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:34
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16.06 Kamerion Wimbley, LB, CLE
I'm suprised I picked this guy. Thruth is that Keiwhosyourdaddyaholualua was my pick all the way. Wanted him last pick but gambled that he would be there on the way back. My entire Q was pickd clean again, but had my heart set on Freddy. When he was gone and my other IDPs and WRs were picked, I went searching again. I found Wimbley. He didn't show up on a lot of charts even so this was probably a huge reach, but he was drafted very high by the Browns last year and has huge upside. He had a stellar rookie season last year with 11 sacks. He also added 62 tackles and forced a fumble. Wimbley plays OLB, but he's among one of the best at rushing the QB.
I am hoping that with him playing for a Bad D that he will be in line for a lot of tackles this year--esp. since he has a year of experience under his belt.
Truth be told, I probably could have gotten him a lot later--but if he could still turn out to be a great pick. I didn't check his bye week first and there is a conflict but I wanted to add another DB later in the draft anyhow.
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| 47 | Hubble
Leader
ID: 13961611
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:37
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16.07 Mike Bell, RB, DEN
I kinda regreted this pick after i took him. Not that he is not good value in round 16, he was top RB on my chart and plays on a run offense facing easy run schedule. 4.3 yds/rush last year with 8 TD. You never know what can happend in Denver and Bell could be valuable later in the year especially if Henry struggle in goaline situation. I said i regreted this pick not because of value, more because of my team needs. I had Matt Jones (16.02) targeted for this pick. Some1 took Sapp 17.04 so maybe Bell wouldn't have lasted any longer.
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| 48 | loki
Leader
ID: 13961611
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:38
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16.08 Madieu Williams, DB, CIN
For rounds 16, 17, and 18 I was trying to fill in my IDPs and WRs and chose the players who were highest on my list at those position.
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| 50 | Trip
Leader
ID: 13961611
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 21:39
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16.09 Justin Miller, DB, NYJ
Rat at work.
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| 51 | deepsnapper
Leader
ID: 017103420
Wed, Aug 29, 2007, 22:25
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16.10 Anthony Thomas, RB, BUF
Basic RB insurance as a #4 RB and a backup to the rookie in Buffalo in case something happens to him. Could be used for trade or something later on.
He's reported to have shown up for camp at least 10 lbs lighter than last year and motivated to being a team player. Time will tell if anything pans out from the pick or if it's just a "safety.
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| 52 | For jtserb
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:38
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16.11 Robert Meachem, WR, NOR
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| 53 | Letter_J
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:40
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16.12 D.J. Williams, LB, DEN
For a couple of years, Williams has been very valuable to the Broncos defense. However, he has not been even an acceptable IDP option, as he played on the 'strong side'. I consider Williams to be an acceptable IDP option this year. Matter of factly, I believe that he could "breakout" this year and post top 10 fantasy stats at LB.
What changed this offseason? The Broncos brought in a new defensive coordinator - Jim Bates. For his part, Bates runs a 4-3 defensive scheme designed to funnel plays to the middle of the field. As a consequence, in this scheme, MLBs have the premiere opportunity to rack up tackles, see Zach Thomas of the Dolphins. In addition, the Broncos released their veteran MLB and Williams is supposed to assume this playmaking position in Bates' scheme.
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| 54 | For Taxman
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:41
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16.13 Craig Davis, WR, SDG
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| 55 | For Da Bomb
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:42
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16.14 Jermaine Phillips, DB, TAM
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| 56 | For Da Bomb
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:43
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17.01 Byron Leftwich, QB, JAX
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| 57 | For Taxman
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:44
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17.02 Will Smith, DL, NOR
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| 58 | Letter_J
ID: 353551013
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 11:45
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17.03 Owen Daniels, TE, HOU
Daniels finished his rookie season last year as the 14th ranked TE despite playing in only 14 games. That success with [undrafted QB] demonstrated that he is an option in the passing attack. The Texans did little this offseason to add a viable second threat at WR (after Andre Johnson). In these circumstances, I expect that new Texans QB Matt Schaub will make use of Daniels (much as Schaub made use of TE Alge Crumpler when he was given the chance to play in Atlanta).
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| 59 | jtserb
Leader
ID: 13961611
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 12:29
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17.04 Cecil Sapp, RB, DEN
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| 60 | deepsnapper
Leader
ID: 13961611
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 12:30
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17.05 Daunte Culpepper, QB, OAK
Drafting Daunte as a #3 QB here was purely a precaution. Although not guaranteed the starting job, Daunte has looked sharp & fairly mobile in the preseason and has a very good shot at the job especially since the holdout of their #1 draft pick appears to be heading into the regular season.
If that happens, the rookie is probably lost for the season and the job's going to go to Daunte or the other contender, and I like Daunte's chances of taking the job in that event.
I tried not to mention any undrafted players by name in this rationale. ;)
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| 61 | Trip
Leader
ID: 13961611
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 12:33
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17.06 Giants, DEF, NYG
I looked over a few defenses with this pick, placing their schedule next to the Eagles. I highlighted the good and poor matchups for the defenses considered and the Giants paired the best with them.
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| 62 | Hubble
ID: 19792721
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 12:36
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17.07 Ernest Wilford, WR, JAC
At this point I was just filling empty spots on my bench. Starting 3 WRs helped me to decide on this choice.
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| 63 | Hubble
ID: 19792721
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 12:37
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17.08 Cato June, LB, TB
Another LB i really like, had him i previous years and really enjoyed his steady production. Agreed he is in TB now, and he'll see a lot of action.I see no reason why his production should suffer. SSLB? this guy is so mobile that he will get his 100 tackle easily and perhaps put in few INTs again this year. Low risk.
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| 68 | For ref
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:22
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17.09 Demetrius Williams, WR, BAL
This guy is one of the more underated WRs with HUGE upside. A Deep threat if McNair can throw it far enough to get it to him. Edward Lee, of the Baltimore Sun, seems to think Williams is poised to "blow up" this year. Williams has been impressing coaches this offseason and could eventually take Derrick Mason's starting gig.
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| 69 | For AthleticsGuy
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:23
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17.10 Seattle Seahawks, DEF, SEA
I really waited too long on team defenses, so I'm not really expecting much here. Chances are I'm going to draft another Team D or maybe 2 in the upcoming rounds so I can get more flexibilty in taking advantage of matchups.
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| 70 | For Doug
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:24
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17.11 Oshiomogho Atogwe, DB, STL
Just needed to round out the IDPs with a few picks here, he should be a solid (though not studly) contributor, which is all I was looking for here.
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| 71 | For TB
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:25
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17.12 Osi Umenyiora, DL, NYG
He's been near the top of my queue for a while and it's a starting position I need. I almost snagged him last round, but decided LB was more important. He was hurt and missed 4-5 games last year, but the year before he was a beast with 70 or so tackles and a dozen-ish sacks. I'm hoping he returns to form and scores like 8000 points from the DL position.
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| 72 | For PeterN
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:25
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17.13 Jon Beason, LB, CAR
Beason was a beast at the U. Plain and simple. He is undersized for the position, but his character overcomes alot of that. Everyone is talking about Patrick Willis, but can't forget about Beason.
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| 73 | StLCards
Dude
ID: 31010716
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 14:30
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17.14 Lorenzo Booker, RB, MIA
Don't trust Ronnie Brown so I'm taking every possible option at RB in Miami. Not that having a RB from Miami is worth having to begin with, but that is what I have nonetheless so have to make do. Booker could get some late season yardage.
18.01 Greg Olsen, TE, CHI
I already have McMichael but the Rams typically haven't utilized their TE so when I saw a breakout candidate like Olsen available I decided to take him as insurance at an already weak position. If Olsen does become a weapon for the Bears he could pay dividends.
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| 74 | TB
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 23:04
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For Pete
18.02 Tarvaris Jackson, QB, MIN
I'm essentially hoping one of Jackson or Campbell pans at as a backup for me. I don't plan on carrying 3 QBs all year and will do some analysis the first few weeks of the season to see who earns the backup spot. Jackson is being touted as a dual-threat. I was shocked when the Vikings took him so high, but I'll bank on them knowing what they were doing.
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| 75 | TB
Sherpa
ID: 031811922
Thu, Aug 30, 2007, 23:05
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18.03 Charles Woodson, DB, GNB
This is supposed to be our last rationale, but I am going to keep doing them anyway. I am slightly obsessive compulsive and I find that typing these out do make my selections easier when I'm trying to decide between players. I blame that on Guru.
Why Charles Woodson? Am I a fan of his? I did own his jersey, but it was Silver and Black. I used to be a big fan, but he really did represent all that was wrong with current player attitude on the Raiders. I wasn't sad to see him and his large contract, large ego, and declining production leave Oaktown. BUT, he got healthy and did okay for the Packers. I don't have Woodson in my queue or in my sites, but I don't feel real excited about anyone else currently preselected. When I was adding players to my roster at the AOL site I noticed that Woodson scored 154.20 points in this format last year. Must be some punt returns. His bye week fits into my IDP slot so on a whim, welcome to my fantasy football roster.
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| 76 | For Doug
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18.04 Keith Ellison, LB, BUF
Same as previous round, not an exciting pick, but another flex IDP I can plug-n-play.
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| 77 | For Athletics Guy
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18.05 Eddie Kennison, WR, KAN
Eddie Kennison's numbers are never jaw-dropping. But as my 5th WR, I'm really glad to have him on my roster. The veteran may find a way into my starting lineup if he manages to do what he did last year.
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| 78 | Ref
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Fri, Aug 31, 2007, 11:48
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18.06 Sean Taylor, DB, WAS
With a need of another Flex IDP, I looked at my options and saw that Taylor was still there. He's a #1 DB albeit lower-end, so I nabbed him.
Taylor led the Redskins in total tackles last year with 111, adding one interception and six passes defensed. Considering that his other stats were down compared to previous seasons, Taylor should have nowhere to go but up. The only hitch is that he's not likely to get another 100 tackles in 2007 with the Redskins adding London Fletcher-Baker to the middle of their defense.
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| 79 | For Hubble
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:21
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18.07 Trent Green, QB, MIA
QB has been one of my weaknesses in the past 2 years... and i'm trying to address that. Playing match-ups with QB doesn't sound so bad if the schedule works well between your picks. I have now 3 QB to work with Cutler, Schaub and Green. I wouldn't be surprise if Green gets the most starts. If he gets good chemistry with his OC and WR, along with a good RB to anchor the offense, Green could be a pleasant surprise.
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| 80 | For Loki
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:23
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18.08 Antwaan Randle El, WR, WAS
Same as my 16.08, looking for depth to round out my roster and took my top rated player.
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| 81 | For Trip
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:25
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18.09 Brandon Jones, WR, TEN
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| 82 | For deepsnapper
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:25
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18.10 Michael Lewis, DB, SFO
Michael was a matter of the best rated DB at this point in the draft. He should have plenty of opportunities to make plays in an improved, but porous SF defense. I was happy to see him fall to me with this pick. There should be plenty of balls thrown at the Sf secondary this season and he'll have his opportunities to intercept a few.
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| 83 | For jtserb
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:26
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18.11 Keary Colbert, WR, CAR
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| 84 | For Letter_J
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:28
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18.12 LaRon Landry, DB, WAS
"Runs like a deer and hits like a truck", so said one announcer this preseason about Landry. 'Nuff said'. Seriously though, DC Gregg Williams has stated that Landry will move up close to the line of scrimmage in run support while FS Sean Taylor assumes most of the deep-coverage responsibilities in the Redskins' secondary (This is probably due to the fact that Landry is a rookie), although with Landry and Taylor's skill set, the two could very well be interchangeable in Williams' scheme. I'm hoping that the tackles Landry makes in run support make him a viable option at DB.
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| 85 | For Taxman
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:28
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18.13 Chad Greenway, LB, MIN
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| 86 | For Da Bomb
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Mon, Sep 03, 2007, 20:29
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18.14 Ahmad Brooks, LB, CIN
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