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Subject: RIFC 2009: Draft Rationales #1 (Rounds 13-24)

  Posted by: Guru - [330592710] Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 07:36
Continuing for the 2nd half of the draft.

Rationales for round 1-12
 
1Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 07:37 		for wiggs
13.01 Oshiomogho Atogwe DB STL
I really wanted to get a DB that also returned kicks here, but when I couldn't find one that did both I figured I better get the best available DB. I have Atogwe as the best straight up DB without kick return points so I grabbed him when I had the chance.
 
2Guru
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13.02 Lofa Tatupu LB SEA
I think Tatupu has been on my team just about every year I've been in the RIFC leagues. He puts up fairly consistent tackle numbers, although he had a down year last year. Julian Peterson is now in Detroit, so hopefully that will allow Tatupu to bounce back.
 
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13.03 Curtis Lofton LB ATL
A young MLB who's been put in charge of his teams defence. Atlanta's lost some big names in the LB department, so I'm hoping he makes up for those lost tackles.
 
4Guru
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13.04 Julius Peppers DL CAR
After a disappointing 2007 effort, Peppers returned to form and posted a career-high 14.5 sacks, deflected five passes and notched 51 total tackles. Tremendous pass rusher with speed to the corner and some inside moves.
 
5Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 07:38 		for SwinganaMiss
13.05 Lawrence Timmons LB PIT
How sick is it that all 4 of the Steeler starting LBs have been drafted? Says a lot about why they are the top D. I took Timmons here as he's now the starting ILB replacing *undrafted*. Despite playing passing downs only he had 65 tackles and 5 sacks last season. As Rotoworld says, his "IDP upside is off the charts." Hopefully there are enough tackles, sacks, and other big plays to go around.
 
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 07:38 		for culdeus
13.06 Eli Manning QB NYG
This was the last reasonable backup QB in my mind and wanted to grab him. This league it's pretty important with such a deep bench on a medium size league to have a competent starter as the waiver wire has NOBODY.
 
7Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 07:38 		for BoNkA
13.07 Anthony Fasano TE MIA
I had Suggs at the top of my queue for this round after taking Tuck. He's a DE/LB who puts up numbers like the rest of the LB available and gives great flexibility when it comes to your DE bye week. Sadly, he was taken way before it got to me, so Fasano was the guy. He was a TD machine last year for a TE, he's young, and he may outperform a lot of TEs already taken. He also could be a dud, so only time will tell. I'm just hoping I didn't grab him too early since it seems backup QBs are starting to go.
 
9Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:20 		for fugazi
13.08 Derrick Mason, WR, BAL

Just filling out the roster here. Although Mason Did finish twenty sixth overall last year. He should finish higher yet this season. With the young Flacco coming into his own the offense has been passing much more. I'm hoping for 1200 yards and 7 td's. Sometimes I can be a bit optimistic.
 
10Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:21 		for letterj
13.09 Stephen Cooper LB SDG
Following his return from a four-game suspension last year, Cooper produced like a top shelf LB, yet he can be had at this stage of the RIFC dtaft because he is vastly underrated. Cooper tends to produce consistent tackle numbers and, with the return on Shawne Merriman to the Chargers Defense, he should have more opportunities for big plays.
 
11Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:21 		for youngroman
13.10 Antoine Winfield DB MIN
Winfield is a tackle machine from the DB position. In his last 6 seasons he has an average of over 5 tackles per game. add a PD and assist per game and the occasional INT or FF and you are near 8 pts per game. you won't find that production with many other DBs not being a returner.
 
12Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:21 		for slackjawed yokel
13.11 Shawne Merriman LB SDG
I was all set to take a running back here, but couldn't decide between two guys - I'll defer for now and see if one of the next three guys helps make my decision for me. Instead I grabbed my second LB in Merriman. If he comes back from his injury anywhere near his old self, I'll be happy with grabbing him at this point. His stat line seems to be sack-dependent, as he doesn't have huge tackle numbers, but tends to make up for that with sacks and forced fumbles - kind of a high- risk, high-reward guy week-to-week.
 
13Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:22 		for Bags
13.12 Chad Greenway, LB, MIN


Was trying to decide here if I should take Smith, WR, NYG of Greenway. Thought Guru and Miked would be taking some IDP’s here I decided to get my LB3 position set. Like Greenway because he provides good numbers in tackles, sacks, and forced fumbles. Still young and could improve on a good defense.
 
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:24 		13.13 Steve Smith, WR, NYG
13.13 - that’s an ominous pick number.

With Hixon and Smith as the starting WRs for the Giants, it’s hard to know what to expect. Smith won’t likely start for me expect as a bye or injury filler, unless he shows that he deserves it. Seems like a reasonable pick to build some receiving depth. I almost took him two rounds ago. And if he craps out, I’ll blame it on pick double-13.
 
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13.14 Patrick Crayton WR DAL
Probably option 5 on the offense but regardless he should be getting some ball thrown to him each game. Had a down year last year but with TO gone should be in the mix more often this year. Returning punts as well so a lot of extra value there.

14.01 Kyle Orton QB DEN
Was by far the best value of QB left. His 1st preseason game was really bad but it's just preseason and Marshall wasn't playing. Hopefully I'll never have to play him besides on Rivers bye week.

 
16Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:26 		14.02 Chicago Bears defense
I’ve become convinced that forecasting team defense prowess during preseason is folly, as more often than not, the consensus favorites tend to underproduce. For example, last year the Vikings and Chargers seemed to be the top two choices, yet the Vikings ended up ranked 5th overall, and the Chargers ranked #20! The eventual top defense – Baltimore – was an 18th round pick in last year’s RIFC draft. Sadly, I waited until round 17 to take my defense, and then opted for Arizona instead of Baltimore. Oh well, I still finished in the middle of the pack for team defense points.

So far, 9 defenses have been picked, and it’s probably silly for me to jump in now, given the preceding rationale. But I’m hopeful that the Bears can return to a more dominating defensive team, helped by a better offense that will keep the defense off the field longer, and perhaps create more late game interception opportunities.
 
17Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:27 		for Bags
14.03 Joe Flacco, QB, BAL
I’m not really thrilled with the depth at QB this year. There is quality QB’s at the top I just don’t like what is available as a backup QB. I decided to go with Flacco because of his youth and hopefully his potential for improvement. It sucks by the way that BAL didn’t do anything to help this kid out and get him some WR help.
 
18Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:27 		for Slackjawed Yokel
14.04 Michael Bush RB OAK
Well, no running backs were taken since my last pick, so I still had the same debate about which RB to get. I came to the conclusion that I'd potentially have real regrets if McFadden went down and I didn't have Bush stashed on the bench. I don't suspect Bush to be playable unless there's a bye situation I have to cover for if McFadden is dressing - but if McFadden should have to miss some games I think Bush would be in line to get most the action.
 
19Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:27 		for youngroman
14.05 Green Bay Packers DEF GNB
I finally needed a defense. 10 teams have already taken a defense, so tier 1 is gone. we all know that preseason projections for defense teams do rarely match the actual regular season ranks. a few defenses are always near the top, but not many. I only see the Vikings in the top5 the last 2 years. this is one of the main reasons why I waited that long. the same applies to kickers. the only difference there is that the difference between a bad kicker and a good kicker is not over 10 pts per game.

if you look at some projections and take the average, the best defense available are the Packers. I don't know why they are rated that high, but it is so and thats the reason why I picked them.

 
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:28 		for letterj
14.06 Derrick Johnson LB KAN
Unlike previous disappointing IDP seasons, Johnson is supposed to line up in the Right Inside LB position in the hybrid 3-4 defensive scheme that the Chiefs will implement in 2009. In recent years, Karlos Dansby has enjoyed success in the same position in this scheme. Dansby was selected in the eighth round...Johnson also has big play ability, so I believe this selection, at this stage of the draft, could pay off.
 
21Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:28 		for fugazi
14.07 Quintin Demps, DB, PHI

I had my eye on Lamar Woodly here. But with the way return DB'S were falling off the board. I knew Demps was no longer under the radar. Demps is a starter this year. So he should see a lot more time on the field. Late last season he became a holy terror returning kicks and punts. Best case scenario that stays the same. Plus add on some tackles and picks.
 
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14.08 Shaun Hill, QB, SF

After seeing more and more backup QBs go I felt the need to grab one right here before all of the decent ones were gone. Hill was recently named the starter and performed very well at the end of last season when he started playing. If he performs like that again, he'll hold on to the starting job and I'll be happy with him as a backup and possible matchup QB if Cutler's stats are not good.
 
23Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:30 		for culdeus
14.09 Le'Ron McClain RB BAL
Probably early to get this guy, but like the stuff out of camp early on him and seems to have some upside. Didn't really like any other IDP here, but was sad to see Rivers go later.
 
24Guru
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      Thu, Aug 27, 2009, 20:31 		for SwinganaMiss
14.10 A.J. Hawk LB GNB
This was my second LB in a row. In previous drafts I've loaded up on LBs early, so this is new territory for me (having only 1 after round 12). I drafted Hawk last year and he was only so-so. This year he should be another 'every-down' player. With *undrafted* gimpy, hopefully Hawk will be the MVP of this defense.
 
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14.11 Mark Clayton WR BAL
Reserve WR. Inconsistent, but he's a heck of a play maker. Entering the final year of his contract he needs to establish himself as a weekly presence if the team is going to commit to him long-term.
 
26Guru
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14.12 Nate Burleson WR SEA
Burleson was a MONSTER two years ago, and looked to be the go to guy for the Seahawks last years before going down early in the year with injury. Now Seattle has added a weapon to play next to him in Housh, but I expect him to have a good bounce back year should he stay healthy.
 
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14.13 New York Jets DEF NYJ

Two words: Rex Ryan.

 
28Guru
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14.14 Stewart Bradley LB Phi

Bradley was a beast last season and I do not see him slowing down now. Last season was his 1st season as a full time starter and he really showed what he could do. I am expecting about 100 tackles out of Bradley and I believe this gives me one of the best LB cores in the league.

Bad pick.

15.01 James Laurinaitis LB STL

Possibly a bit of a reach, definitely a bit of a homer pick. I have been following Laurinaitis through his years at Ohio State because I am a huge WWE fan and I loved LOD- When I heard that one of their sons was a LB it drew my interest. Hopefully this kid will play up to his ability and will be a great fill in when the starters have byes.

 
29Guru
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15.02 Earl Bennett WR CHI
Someone referred to him as "this year's Eddie Royal." If Bennett does anything close to Royal's 08 numbers, I'd be thrilled. Seems like he has the WR2 job nailed down in Chicago, and a lot of good things are being said about him. Cutler should be an upgrade in the windy city and help the Bears passing attack all around.
 
30Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:03 		for IAC
15.03 Jason Campbell, QB, WAS

Well... he's still the starting QB right? Really, I don't think the Redskins have a great backup plan behind him, so he should remain the starter this year, although he has yet to break out. Maybe this is his year (I'm not holding my breath)?
 
31Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:04 		for s R
15.04 Channing Crowder LB MIA
Great athlete. Can fly around the field and make tackles. Good man defender and adequate zone defender.
 
32Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:04 		for SwinganaMiss
15.05 Chris Chambers WR SDG
Maybe I've been duped again by my own rankings. I had Chambers as the best available WR by a pretty good margin. W/ only 3 at the time, now seems like a good time to pick up another. Chambers will have a tough time getting a whole lot of targets, but this offense is loaded, so hopefully he can get enough to make this pick worthwhile.
 
33Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:05 		for culdeus
15.06 Danieal Manning DB CHI
Took over for Hester as return man for Chicago when Hester became a focal point of offense. He's got a lot of speed and gets a few IDP points in the mix in nickel packages. Talks of working him in more for the defense so worth a flyer as a returner with big upside. At this point pretty much everyone getting drafted has some issues, but this round was a queue buster for me. Lots of sleeper names went away. Woodley, Green, Chambers all were at least in the back of my mind. I can't see why Jason Campbell was taken. The guy looks ready to lose his job at a moments notice in that town.
 
34Guru
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15.07 Chester Taylor, RB, MIN

At this point in the draft the RB pool is really starting to get thin and I only had 3 of them, not to mention all 3 have been injured the past year or two and Graham is now looking at a 3 RBBC instead of 2 in Tampa (well, until the 3rd back tears his knee up again). Taylor was at the top of my queue for this round and was glad he made it to me. I don't expect a lot out of him, but he should be a decent fill in for the weeks I may need him. Then there's always the chance ADP goes down with an injury.
 
35Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:06 		for fugazi
15.08 LaMarr Woodley LB PIT
I almost drafted Woodley two picks ago. This guy is a monster. And now that James Harrison will be getting double teamed regularly. LaMarr should rack up the sacks this season. I have a hunch that he will be a top ten LB at the end of this season.
 
36Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:07 		for letterj
15.09 Bart Scott LB NYJ
Head Coach Rex Ryan brought the younger Scott with him to the J-E-T-S, Jets, Jets, Jets rather than future hall of famer Ray Lewis! New York will use the same scheme as was run in Baltimore, and time will tell who will assume the dominant role at the inside backer position in this scheme (either Scott or David Harris)...this manager is hoping that it's Scott. ;-)
 
37Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:07 		for youngroman
15.10 Miami Dolphins DEF MIA
with the uncertainty of the Packers defense, I thought that I add a 2nd defense sooner than later. the Dolphins were the worst defense in 2007 and the 8th best defense in 2008. I better hope they play like last year, otherwise I am screwed
 
38Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:07 		for Slackjawed Yokel
15.11 Shonn Greene RB NYJ
Um, I didn't really want to get Greene here - the draft really hit hyperspeed with lots of managers setting queues, and I never got a chance to re-set mine from my last pick. Ah well, he was second in my queue 21 picks ago, but I didn't really need another back. Maybe this'll turn out to be an ingenious move and he'll be the Matt Forte of this year. Not likely, but I don't mind having him on my roster, but would have preferred to grab some starters on the defense end, however.
 
39Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:08 		for Bags
15.12 Laurent Robinson WR STL
Still in need of WR depth and Robinson has put up some solid numbers in the preseason, 10 receptions for 137 yards. He could be a big part of there passing game. At this point in the draft it is all about upside.
 
40Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 10:08 		15.13 Chad Pennington, QB, Mia

Looking for a backup QB that I felt I could start for multiple weeks if Shaub gets injured. Pennington ranked #9 among QBs in average pts/game last year – ahead of Romo, Eli, Ryan, Campbell, & Flacco.. (That’s not to say I would expect Pennington to rank ahead of those guys this year – but he certainly could.) I thought he clearly the best option available – and had he disappeared before this pick, I’d have probably waited until a later round and taken a flyer on one of the younger QBs.
 
41Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 11:04 		for bmd
15.14 Keith Bulluck LB TE
With Haynesworth gone his tackle numbers should increase. He's averaged 2 int's throughout his career and he didn't get 1 last year. I'm assuming he'll get at least 1 INT this year.

16.01 Keith Rivers LB CIN
A bit of a sleeper pick. He was on a roll last year before he broke his jaw. He's got youth on his side and a defense where he'll be on the field a lot racking up tackles.

Really wish I would've check the box scores before making these picks. I would've picked Coffee over Bulluck as a handcuff for Gore. At the start of the draft he was on nobody's list. Ahh well, please no injuries, Gore.

 
42Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 11:04 		16.02 Kerry Rhodes, DB, NYJ
Back to work on IDPs. I would have preferred a few of the LBs who were recently taken, but am content to go with Rhodes, who seems to be very highly ranked by a number of services this year.
 
43Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 11:06 		for Bags
16.03 Robert Mathis DL IND
I don’t like to be the first to draft a DE. I like to get the guys who can post some solid tackle numbers along with sacks. Mathis is capable of posting 50 solos and double-digit sacks but he has to remain in the lineup to do so.
 
44Slackjawed Yokel
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 11:18 		16.04 Thomas Davis,LB, Car

On the defensive end, I'm drawn to guys who helped me out in the past. I had Davis last year and he was a solid provider of tackles week-in and week-out.
 
45Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 13:58 		for youngroman
16.05 Jake Delhomme QB CAR
usable starting QBs are getting thin. needing a 2nd QB to fill in for Romo's bye. I thought that Delhomme has the best chance to be valuable at some point this season. he has a week 6 matchup in Tampa. in his career he is 9-2 against them. I only need him to go 10- 2 and thats it.
 
46Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 13:58 		for letterj
16.06 Heath Miller TE PIT
I had contemplated selecting a TE a couple of rounds before this, but my targeted players were no longer on the board when it was my turn to select. The time had come to select a TE and I perceived Miller to have the most upside of the TE's that were left.

Miller, the former first round NFL draft pick from Virginia who has posted Top 10 TE numbers in the past, posted career bests in targets and receptions last season. Yet, he finished outside of the top 10 TE because of three TD receptions. TE's as talented as Miller get opportunities, so I believe that he could return to the Top 10 this year.

 
47Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 13:59 		for fugazi
16.07 Phillip Buchanon, DB, Det
This might be kind of a risky pick. I'm hoping that the Buch will continue to return kicks and punts. If not I will probably end up cutting him.

for BoNkA
16.08 Jeremy Maclin WR PHI
Since I grabbed a 4th RB last round, I wanted to do the same with my WR before the few guys I liked were gone. I can't say I'm thrilled with this pick since Chambers was my top WR and he was gone even before my last pick and that Maclin is 3rd on the depth chart and hasn't been doing well with returns in the pre- season. However, I think he turns things around and has good upside with the Eagles as a possible 2nd/3rd WR and maybe some PR or KR. I can easily see him being dropped to the WW by week 4, so hopefully he does something early.

 
48Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 14:00 		for culdeus
16.09 Justin Durant LB JAX
Been targeting him across my IDP leagues. He's in a good spot to get solid IDP numbers just on where he lines up and the system. Starting lineup just about done.
 
49Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:37 		for SwinganaMiss
16.10 John Abraham, DL, Atl

I thought about Mathis as the next best DL in round 15, but there wasn't enough separation between him and the next few guys. I queued up Mathis and Abraham for this pick along w/ a few other guys that were taken before my next pick. Abraham was the one guy that was left.
Abraham has had double-digit sack totals 6 of the last 8 years (all 6 years when he played at least 12 games). He's not a tackling machine by any stretch of the imagination, so he may throw up a few stinkers, but all in all he should be worthy of this spot.
 
50Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:37 		for s R
16.11 Washington Redskins DEF WAS
A must pick. The last defense on my list. The Redskins allowed the fourth-least yardage in the league last season. There are some questions in their secondary but should be a sleeper pick.
 
51Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:38 		for IAC
16.12 Richard Marshall, DB, CAR

Marshall's been waiting in the wings as the nickel corner for a long time now, and has posted great tackle numbers doing so. Now he's being given a shot at the full-time role, and I'm hoping that he can manage to improve even more due to those extra snaps.
 
52Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:38 		for Smith32
16.13 Justin Gage WR TEN
I gambled on Gage's upside last year, and it didn't work out so well. He's somewhat of a home-run threat (19 YPC in '08), so that leads to inconsistency, and he isn't the most durable / healthy player in the league. But I don't see too many better options emerging in TEN, so he seems like a reasonable value in Rd 16 as a bye-week fill-in.
 
53Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:39 		for wiggs
16.14 Tony Scheffler TE Den

Wasn't really sure where to go with this pick. I have been seeing alot of TEs drop off the board and I figured I better get one soon. I have always liked Scheffler in Denver with Cutler. Scheffler is a nice security blanket for Orton when he struggles getting the ball down field.

17.01 Brett Favre QB Minn

I needed to pick up a back up qb and I figured round 17 was a good place to get one. I think Favre in Minnesota could be a great pick up. Berrian and Harvin should get some single coverage on the outside opening up the field for big plays.
 
54Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:39 		for Smith32
17.02 Julian Peterson LB DET
Peterson moves from SEA to DET this year, and he's going to be asked to do a little of everything for them - pass rush, tackle, pass coverage, etc., which will hopefully lead to him stuffing the stat sheet. He's made the pro bowl each of the past 3 years, and I imagine the DET defense will be on the field a majority of the time again this year.
 
55Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:40 		for IAC
17.03 Davone Bess, WR, MIA

Another starting WR for a so-so offense, but, he's young and has done a fair bit to impress his coaching staff so far. He should be in line to cover on punts as well, which is a bonus that should help keep his numbers relatively consistent, even when he doesn't see a ton of targets.
 
56Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:40 		for s R
17.04 Glen Coffee RB SFO
A powerful runner with an ability to explode off the snap, he has the frame and natural strength of the typical power back. He's also a very good blocker and solid receiver.
 
57Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:41 		for SwinganaMiss
17.05 Ladell Betts, RB , WAS

I was looking for a backup RB at this point. Someone serviceable w/ potential. My RBs aren't exactly likely to bring home the RIFC title. There were a few serviceable backups available. I think Betts is one with decent potential even w/ Portis still in the lineup. He is making the case to be the 3rd down back and hopefully will get some carries at the goal line. I've picked up Betts before and dumped him w/o a start. We'll see if that happens again this year.
 
58Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:42 		for culdeus
17.06 Osi Umenyiora, DL, NYG

Love this pick here, not only do the Giants home scorers give out lots of stats, but this guy is a super solid IDP which has top 5 written on him and has top 1 potential.
 
59Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:43 		for BoNkA
17.07 Clifton Smith, RB, TB

After being fed up watching guys I was hoping to snag get taken, I decided to take Smith before someone else noticed him, especially since the draft is a crap shoot at this point. Smith probably won't see very much playing time on offense, but he's both the KR and PR for Tampa. He only played 9 games but made the Pro Bowl as a returner and carried a very solid scoring average(#36 RB). He gives me someone I can plug in basically any week with the potential to score 10-15 points if he has some good returns. Compared to the rest of the RBs available who will only see a few carries here and there or get playing time if someone goes down, this guy is sweet.
 
60Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:43 		for fugazi
17.08 Mike Bell, RB, NOR

I made this pick partly because I have Reggie. The other reason is because I have watched him play in the preseason. Bell has looked great so far. So good that I was surprised he made it this far without being drafted. I'm sure he will spend a lot of time on my bench. But you never know.
 
61Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:44 		for letterj
17.09 Will Witherspoon LB STL
A former IDP stud, Witherspoon is returning to his more natural position of WLB. Witherspoon broke out as an IDP'er playing this position when he played in Carolina. Opportunities should also abound in St Louis as he plays next to a rookie in the Mike.
 
62Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:44 		for youngroman
17.10 Gibril Wilson DB MIA
see the rationale for Antoine Winfield. he will play FS this year, so his numbers may be slightly lower than that of Winfield. if that is the reason why there are 4 rounds between them I am fine.
 
63Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:45 		for Slackjawed Yokel
17.11 Chris Carr, DB, Bal

I took Carr here under the presumption that he will be handling return duties. When holding this role in the past, he's been amongst the league-leaders in return yards. As long as he's returning kicks, he should get me consistent points; I'm not counting on him to offer much from the defensive end.
 
64Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:45 		for Bags
17.12 Sam Hurd WR DAL
Not a homer pick but a panic pick. Made this pick the morning after Roy Williams hurt his shoulder in a scrimmage. MRI revealed no damage for Roy but felt I needed to protect my super thin WR corps. I do like Hurd and he seems to have passed undrafted on the depth chart. Could be first player dropped.
 
65Guru
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      Fri, Aug 28, 2009, 23:46 		17.13 Kevin Faulk, RB, NE
A fair number of teams seem to be filling in RBs lately, and Faulk is one I’ve been targeting as a late round RB, so I think I’ll jump now. He never has a starting role, and the Pats RB corps is crowded for now, but he always seems to get his touches, and while I don’t envision starting him unless my other RBs have injuries, he always seems to produce something. I’m currently lacking depth at RB, so having someone who I can plug in seems quite useful at this point.

Clifton Smith was my other thought for the role, but he disappeared a few picks ago, so I think it’s time to move now.

 
66beastiemiked
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 00:06 		17.14 Kevin Boss, TE, NYG

I'm the last one with a TE. Thought about holding out on Boss for one more round but didn't want someone to pick their 2nd or 3rd TE. Boss should see a few more balls thrown his way since NYG isn't exactly full of that many offensive weapons.

18.01 Justin Smith, DL, SFO

Also, thought about waiting another round for a DL guy. Smith was the best available and didn't really remotely like anyone after that. Probably should've passed on him as the DL shuffle seems like the way to go if you don't get Allen or one of the other top 3-4 DLs. Thought about taking Scott here. Luckily, he slipped to me next round.

 
67Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 00:15 		18.02 Dominic Rhodes, RB, Buf

It may be a tad early for a handcuff2, but with Marshawn Lynch suspended for 3 weeks and Fred Jackson nursing a sore wrist and thumb, it’s conceivable that I may need Rhodes as early as week #1. When it comes to RBs, I’ve always been a bit of a belt and suspenders guy, in any respect.
 
68Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:48 		for Bags
18.03 Jamaal Charles RB KAN
I like this pick a lot. LJ has missed games the last two seasons. Even if you have a healthy LJ Charles has moved up the depth chart and should see time on 3rd down. He is also listed as the primary KR so he should have plenty of opportunities this year.
 
69Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:56 		for Slackjawed Yokel
18.04 Muhsin Muhammad WR CAR
There are still some holes in my defensive starting lineup, but I wanted more receiver backups - mainly in case of injury. I think I've got enough depth to cover the bye weeks, but I don't want to be stuck with a waiver-wire-quality pickup in case I have some receivers missing some contests. While up there in age - heck, he's almost as old as me - Muhammad still has been getting a solid number of receptions as well as scores.
 
70Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:56 		for youngroman
18.05 Isaac Bruce WR SFO
I needed another starting WR that fits my bye-weeks. Isaac Bruce is just that. The QB situation is suspect. A WR that may challenge Bruce for receptions is still unsigned and may hold out. Lets call Bruce a filler if my other backup WRs are worse.
 
71Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:56 		for letterj
18.06 Vernon Davis TE SFO
Not much else really appealed to me here, so I decided to select the immensely talented Vernon Davis as my back up TE. Davis has the size and speed to be a very good fantasy TE and the new offensive scheme being run in San Francisco emulates that which was run for years in Kansas City, where Tony Gonzalez enjoyed great success. Although, Gonzalez is a future hall of famer, and Davis (to date) is not!
 
72Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:57 		for fugazi
18.07 Marc Bulger QB STL
Well I needed a back up and Bulger is definitely that. He has been in a downward spiral for a couple years now. But if he turns it around this season I want him on my team. If not he gets the axe. I'm not exactly sure whats going on in St.Louis . But they cant stink it up forever. Right?
 
73Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:57 		for BoNkA
18.08 Michael Jenkins WR ATL
Jenkins is the WR2 for the Falcons and gives me someone who will actually play and be a viable backup for bye weeks, which I needed since Maclin was a pretty big gamble.
 
74Guru
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      Sat, Aug 29, 2009, 10:57 		for culdeus
18.09 Tashard Choice RB DAL
Why not. RB with perhaps some return duties and a heartbeat away from getting gobs of carries. This is the type of guy I like late in the RIFC drafts. People who are just one injury or misstep away from huge carries. I also do not think Jones will keep the KR duties. The injury risk is too high and Choice should be getting those touches at some point. Again, this is just a guess and represents no facts to date.
 
75Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:23 		for SwinganaMiss
18.10 Mike Goodson, RB, Car

A bit of a reach here, given that there are two quality backs ahead of him. Once Stewart and Williams are healthy again he's liable to be dumped. He'll only stay in Stewart remains hobbled. Hopefully he wins the KR duties if nothing else.
 
76Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:24 		for s R
18.11 David Clowney WR NYJ
Bye week filler WR. He is a 3rd WR with upside chances.
 
77Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:24 		for IAC
18.12 Quintin Mikell DB PHI
Safeties for the Eagles normally play a lot in the box, and have always showed ability to show up with a lot of PD's in the boxscore as well. Mikell is taking over Dawkins old roll of SS and should be a top performer.
 
78Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:24 		for Smith32
18.13 Ricky Williams, RB, MIA

I honestly considered Ricky when I made the Fred Taylor pick in Rd 12. Glad I waited. He's a talented as he is unpredictable. He might move to another country during his bye week, or he might rush for 1,000 yds if Ronnie Brown gets hurt. A late-round flier at its best.
 
79Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:26 		for wiggs
18.14 Kevin Curtis WR PHI
I am thinking that this could be an absolute steal of the draft. I still see Curtis as the number 1 WR in Philly, even though Jackson is more of a big play WR Curtis should have consistent numbers every game if he stays healthy.

19.01 Kevin Jones RB CHI
I took a bit of a stab here. I am hoping that if Forte goes down Kevin Jones could be a sweet pick here. Jones was a solid player when he was in Detroit. I dont believe that Forte can handle getting the ball every down.

 
80Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:26 		for Smith32
19.02 Carolina Panthers, DEF

I like having 2 playable defenses to play matchups. There wasn't a whole lot left at DEF at this point, but the Panthers have a good pass rush and play against Favre and Eli in weeks 15-16.
 
81Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:27 		for IAC
19.03 Chris Horton DB WAS
Another SS playing for a team with a questionable LB core. I see Horton being a good DB2/3 option. I didn't necessarily want another DB with this pick, but I had a queue set and didn't have the time to work out another solution, so I'll live with this.
 
82Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:27 		for s R
19.04 Dhani Jones LB CIN
Knows the game. Moves well laterally. Decent in pass coverage.
 
83Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:27 		for SwinganaMiss
19.05 Michael Lewis, DB, SF
Should be a top-ten tackling DB. Nothing flashy about this pick. No prospect for return yards, just a solid defender. There are no standout IDPs left, thus just filling a need w/ someone who should be consistent.
 
84Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:28 		for culdeus
19.06 Nick Barnett LB GB

Just filling out the IDP starters here with BPA from that side of the ball. Usually a close to 100 tackle a year type LB in a good situation. Safe pick. Nothing fancy at this point.
 
85Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:28 		for Bonka
19.07 Brandon Meriweather, S, NEP

Unless you grab one of the top DBs, you can easily get one at any point in the draft or off waivers and they'll all perform about the same, so that's why I waited until now to grab one. Meriweather is going into his 3rd season and looks to be a promising player. He had a good season last year and was praised by Belichick for having a good training camp and pre-season. Hopefully he improves on his numbers and finishes as a top 10 DB.
 
86Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:29 		for fugazi
19.08 Thomas Howard, LB, OAK

Just filing out the roster here. Howard is ok but I don't have high expectations. He plays for the raiders though. So he's got that going for him anyway.
 
87Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:29 		for letterj
19.09 JaMarcus Russell QB OAK
In his last seven games last season, Russell completed over 62% of his passes. Moreover, he threw for six touchdowns in his last three games. Maybe the light has finally gone for the former #1 overall draft pick.
 
88Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:30 		for youngroman
19.10 Nate Washington, WR, TEN
I don't know why he fell that far. it has to be that he is injured and his return date is not known yet. Most of my other players have late byes and i hope that he is back by then. And of course, producing as projected before his injury. I guess I need him down the stretch if Harvin/Bruce are not as consistent as hoped.
 
89Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:30 		for Yokel
19.11 Eric Barton, LB, Cle

Still need to round out my starting defenders. It looks like there's a handful of linebackers still available that may surpass 100 tackles and Barton should be one of those given his past success.
 
90Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:30 		for Bags
19.12 Xavier Adibi LB HOU
Adibi is the current starting ROLB for the Texans. He is in his 2nd year and I’m hoping for some improvement.
 
91Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:31 		19.13 DeAngelo Hall, DB, Was

My teams have tended to do better in past years when I had a D. Hall on the roster.

Actually, DeAngelo had a pretty decent 2008, although his production declined a bit after his November trade to Washington. Hoping for solid season with lots of pick-6s.
 
92Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:32 		for bmd
19.14 Chris Gamble DB CAR
I had to check a bunch of websites to make sure there were some news about Gamble. Needless to say I was a little shocked he had slipped this far. He was the 9th ranked DB last year and if he was a LB he would've been 15th ranked amongst them. DB's are a little more unpredictable but I see little reason for any regression from Gamble.

20.01 Bernard Scott RB CIN
Scott plays for a bad team with one of the worst crew of RB's. If Benson finishes the season with 600+ yards I'd be shocked. Scott is no sure fire bet but rather a longshot with high scoring potential if he starts getting carries. Time will tell if the this pick works but I'd guesstimate there's an 70% chance he'll be on the waiver wire by week 3.

 
93Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:33 		20.02 Akeem Jordan, LB, Phi
I need a LB. If he hasn’t shown anything by his week #4 bye, I’ll replace him.

 
94Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:33 		for Bags
20.03 Louis Murphy WR OAK
I could copy and paste my rationale from 15.12 here. Murphy has had a good preseason, 7 receptions for 158 and a TD. He will be a WR on a bad passing team but I like his upside and he is the #2 WR. Someone has to catch the ball. Right?
 
95Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:34 		for Yokel
20.04 Nick Collins, DB, GB
Going back to the well once more… Collins was also on my squad last year. For a CB he put up consistent tackle numbers and had a string of games with picks. I'm not counting on him getting the pick-7s this year, but I won't hesitate to put him in should my primary DB (Chris Carr) not end up with the returner's job or during bye weeks for my LB's.
 
96Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:34 		for youngroman
20.05 Brian Hartline WR MIA
I had him on my radar since my 18.05 pick of Isaac Bruce, but thought that he will be available later. Now that it seems he has the starting job in Miami, I had to grab him. I don't see Miami's running game making much yards, so Pennington has to throw the ball. and guess where will catch all those balls? Brian Hartline. He showed what he is capable of while starting the last 2 preseason games. I expect similar numbers in the regular season. and those long TD receptions won't hurt his fantasy points.
 
97Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:35 		for letterj
20.06 Antonio Pierce LB NYG
I still believe that Pierce remains a very solid MLB despite producing less than stellar numbers the last two seasons as he battled battled ankle, back, shoulder and quad problems. He's still a Mike and with a new defensive coordinator, I hope that Pierce returns to his former all world IDP self.
 
98Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:35 		for fugazi
20.07 Troy Polamalu, DB, PIT

Troy can put up some big numbers. But most of the time he doesn't. This was just an insurance pick In case my other backs don't work out. I guess you can contribute Troy's declining numbers to the great play of the Steelers linebacker corps.
 
99Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:35 		for Bonka
20.08 Sidney Rice, WR, MIN

Rice is a big target at 6-4. That makes him a great target in the red zone, so I'm hoping he can increase his TD total with a decent QB. He could end up having good numbers if Harvin ends up not being used much, but I don't really see that happening.
 
100Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:36 		for culdeus
20.09 Chaz Shillens OAK WR

Wasn't on my list to pick, but the draft went faster than I thought and I was out of town so my GB snagged him for me. He was at least a big time sleeper WR early on this season before injury hit him. Not sure the status of the injury. Should be back after about a month. The rosters here are so deep he can just get stashed and forgotten about till byes.
 
101Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:37 		for SwinganaMiss
20.10 Jim Leonhard, DB, NYJ

He'll be the starting SS for the Jets and will also get a few extra points by returning punts. He's followed Rex Ryan from Baltimore, thus he's familiar with the defense and hopefully will do well. I'm kindof wishing I would not have taken Lewis last round at this point, since I went straight back for another DB.
 
102Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:37 		for s R
20.11 Cliff Avril DL DET
To the bench. Had five sacks and four forced fumbles in limited opportunities last year and could be an IDP force this season as a starter in the re-tooled Lions defensive system.
 
103Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:37 		for IAC
20.12 Tampa Bay Buccaneers DEF TAM
Was looking for a good complementary D to go along with the Eagles, and the Bucs seem to fit in well. The get Washington in week 4 (Eagles bye week), and also get two "weak" teams to start off the Fantasy Playoffs: week 14 Jets, week 15 Seahawks.
 
104Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:38 		for Smith32
20.13 Cedric Griffin, DB, MIN

I don't know much about Griffin or his situation, but at this point I needed a DB or two and looked at guys who rack up a lot of tackles for consistency. Griffin has had 90+ total tackles the past 2 years and is only 26 years old.
 
105Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:39 		for wiggs
20.14 Joey Galloway WR NWE
Joey Galloway is still a burner. The guy could just about out run every defender in the league. With Moss drawing double coverage on the outside and Welker running the short patterns it should leave Galloway single covered an awful lot. I see many big plays going his way.

21.01 Stephen Gostkowski K NWE
Gostkowski is listed as the best kicker in every magazine I have. I figured round 21 was a good shot to take the best player in his position.

 
106Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:39 		for Smith32
21.02 Michael Griffin, DB, TEN

I don't know much about this Griffin either, but like Cedric, his tackles are consistent. CBS is reporting that M Griffin is expected to have a larger role with the Titans D this year.
 
107Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:40 		for IAC
21.03 Sammy Morris, RB, NE
Filling out roster depth now... I really hope I won't need to use my RB4, but should I need to... Morris filled in admirably last year, and is now back practicing for the Pats. He should be their main goal-line weapon, and should anything happen to the other two injury prone backs in front of him (Maroney/FredTaylor), then he could end up being a big upside. IF, IF, IF...
 
108Guru
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      Mon, Aug 31, 2009, 14:40 		for s R
21.04 Jason Avant WR PHI
Reserve WR. Avant was more part of the Eagles play book the latter half of ‘08. He is an excellent receiver who runs great routes and is not afraid to fight for the ball.
 
109Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:28 		for SwinganaMiss
21.05 Kenny Britt, WR, TEN

Needed another WR. Hoping Britt can excel with Washington out indefinitely. Haven't seen his timetable lately, but Britt has a lot of upside if he can stay in the lineup.
 
110Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:29 		for culdeus
21.06 Samkon Gado RB STL

Would have taken him earlier if I was in town for no other reason to taunt Bonka mercilessly through the season. I'm frankly stunned Bonka didn't grab him at some point. SJax is good for perhaps 12 games a year and having his handcuff has some value at least to me perhaps beyond the actual fantasy value
 
111Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:29 		for Bonka
21.07 Arizona Cardinals, DEF

I wanted to grab another defense for bye weeks/unfavorable matchups. Arizona's schedule looked good for the Titan's bye and games against the Colts. They play in a relatively weak conference and scored well last season. Not expecting a lot, as long as they're good for the 3-5 weeks they might get used.
 
112Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:29 		for fugazi
21.08 Bo Scaife, TE, TEN

I picked Bo up of the waiver wire last season. And he put up some decent numbers at times. I prey I only have to start him once this season.
 
113Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:31 		for letterj
21.09 Indianapolis Colts DEF IND
I needed a second defense and the Colts seemed to be the best on the board. The Colts scored four defensive TDs last season. The defense seems to produce very well when Bob Sanders is healthy. I hope Sanders stays healthy!!
 
114Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:31 		for youngroman
21.10 Mewelde Moore, RB/KR, PIT
not many RB backups or 3rd man are left out there. With Willie Parker already banged up a bit and Rashard Mendenhall not impressing the coaches, Mewelde Moore may step in at some point this season. Until then he will most likely do goal-line work and return some kicks. not a bad outlook for a late 21st rounder.
 
115Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:32 		for Yokel
21.11: Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Oak

I really hadn't been planning on getting another WR - as I already have two solid TE's and 4 WR's. But after the Colt's D went off the board, I opted to take a stab at the top-drafted WR in the real NFL draft. Word is he may be the Raiders' main option for WR, so as long as we're in the waiver-fodder portion of the draft, I'll take a guy who has lots of upside....
 
116Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:32 		for Bags
21.12 Aaron Curry, LB, SEA

The 4th overall pick in the 2009 NFL draft should be the starting SLB. I’ve been going for youth and upside for my IDP’s and Curry has both.
 
117Guru
      ID: 330592710
      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:33 		21.13 Hakeem Nicks, WR, NYG
144 yards and 2 TDs in tonight’s preseason game show the potential. A speculative pick, to be sure, but one worth a venture for my 5th WR.

 
118Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:34 		for beastiemiked
21.14 Jermichael Finley, TE, GNB

I can't say I know too much about Finley. He's supposedly going to be a part of the offense in Green bay. With a low end TE as my #1 TE I figured I needed to get one of the TE's that'll break out this year. More than likely, Him and/or Boss will be heading to the waiver wire by week 2 or 3.

22.01 Brian Witherspoon, DB, JAX

He's returning punts and kicks for the Jaguars. He had 13 tackles last year which hopefully he'll improve on this year. Figured he's worth the gamble this late especially if he starts getting more PT in the secondary.
 
119Guru
      ID: 330592710
      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:34 		22.02 James Jones, WR, GB
Adding receiving depth with the #3 receiver for the Packers, who should be playable even as a #3. I probably don’t really need a 6th WR, but after a week or two, I may be able to figure out which ones to drop in favor of free agents... or even trade.
 
120Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:35 		for Bags
22.03 Rob Bironas, K, TEN

I usually draft my K in the 22-24 rounds. No particular reason why I decided to go round 22. I would have been happy with any number of other kickers just decided on Bironas because of his accuracy and he seems to get the longer field goals.
 
121Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:35 		for Yokel
22.04 David Akers, K, Phi

Well, I'd decided to get a kicker here before the last two rounds simply so I could have a choice of one of the top options. I decided on Bironas, but of course he went with the pick before mine. Akers is a solid kicker with a lot of scoring opportunities in Philly. I probably could have waited considering Crosby was picked in the last round.
 
122Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:35 		for youngroman
22.05 Cortland Finnegan, DB, TEN
some defense back insurance. I had him last year too and for the first few weeks he was in the top 5 at his position. too bad I may need him later than that this season to fill some bye week holes. until then I will have a good view at him and he is either still on my team or replaced by a player that looks more consistent than him.
 
123Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:36 		for letterj
22.06 Alphonso Smith DB DEN
At this stage of the draft, I was looking to land a CB. I wrestled between selecting several players that produce consistent tackle numbers and players that produce numbers via punt or kickoff return numbers. After weighing the options and believing that Denver will give up a LOT of points, I settled on the rookie Smith.
 
124Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:36 		for fugazi
22.07 Andre Davis WR, HOU

I hope I don't have to start Davis much or at all. But if Johnson goes down again this season he should get some play time. The WR pool is such a wasteland at this point I don't want any of them. but I thought I better take a stab at one.
 
125Guru
      ID: 330592710
      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:37 		for Bonka
22.08 Mark Sanchez, QB, NYJ

Pretty much any of the guys being grabbed now can be picked up off waivers, so I decided to grab Sanchez since I'm not 100% confident that Hill will keep the starting job the whole season and Sanchez could end up doing decent since he won't be asked to do a lot with the Jets' running game already in place.
 
126Guru
      ID: 330592710
      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:37 		for culdeus
22.09 Nate Kaeding SD PK

One of the strange things I don't get about this league is how late people wait to get kickers. People are getting 3 or 4 deep at backup RB and WR and a spot that can be a good ppg delta slides. Was just planning on sitting on Nate until the first PK went off the board, so here it is.
 
127Guru
      ID: 330592710
      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:37 		for SwinganaMiss
22.10 Jacksonville Jaguars, DEF

Wanted to find a second Def. Not sure yet how much I'll be using them. There wasn't much left and I was looking for a decent matchup for NEs bye and games against Ind and NO. This was the best I can find, but in all reality I have a good bit of time before I absolutely need to use them.
 
128Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:38 		for s R
22.11 Justin Miller, DB, Oak

Former pro bowl return man who has been explosive and consistent.
 
129Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:38 		for IAC
22.12 Clint Session, LB, IND

The new starting WOLB in a Tampa2. The Colts fell out of favor with Keiaho (whom they released then re-signed this off-season), and Session appears to be the new man for the job. It'll be a close race between Brackett and Session for who will lead the LBs in tackles.
 
130Guru
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:39 		for Smith32
22.13 Chris Long, DL, STL

Really just filling out the roster now. I don't know that I've ever ended the year with the DL I drafted in this league. Long is entering his 2nd pro season, so he'll either begin to reach his potential as a pass-rusher or his potential to be the first player I drop.
 
131Guru
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22.14 Cadillac Williams RB TAM
Williams is back from his injury and played very well in the few games he played last season. This was a good opportunity to handcuff Derek Ward. Unfortunately it seems like Graham may have reclaimed his starting position.

23.01 Ronde Barber DB TAM
I have had Barber on just about every RFIC team I have managed. He has always been a great addition to my squad. He is solid for tackles, pass deflections and has a good chance to take one to the house at any time.

 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:40 		for Smith32
23.02 Ryan Longwell, K, MIN

I know some people think there is no difference in kickers, but I do like to take guys who (1) kick in domes and don't have to worry about wind and rain for at least half of their games, and (2) have a late bye-week so that by then I have a good sense of who I can drop to cover the kicker's bye.
 
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23.03 Kevin Burnett, LB, SD

Another pick due to being lazy and relying on my queue... but... it was kinda necessary as I have a bunch of IDPs that have a week 4 bye. I was also considering Foote here, but the bye issue reared it's head again. I don't know much about Burnett, other than he's been projected to play the WILB in SD, and may be a 3 down player. That should produce enough #s for him to warrant a flyer here.
 
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23.04 Kris Brown, K, Hou

Brown kicks for the potentially high-flying Texans' offense and is coming off a career season in terms of field goal accuracy.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:42 		for SwinganaMiss
23.05 Lawrence Tynes, K, NYG
Figured I'd get my kicker out of the way here. Nothing uber-spectacular about Tynes, but the Giants offense should be decent. I like that he has a late bye week.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:42 		for culdeus
23-6 Seattle Seahawks TEAM D

Just wanted a backup D to plug in when absolutely necessary and Seattle was best available. Nothing too cute here.
 
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23.07 Jason Elam, K, ATL

Kickers are all about the same. I planned on waiting until the last round to grab one, but I figured I'd grab Elam while he was here while still grabbing someone I want next round. Elam has been a top kicker for a long time and plays in a dome on a good offense, so there's lots of FG and XP opportunities and not a lot of bad weather.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:43 		for fugazi
23.08 Adalius Thomas, LB, NWE

I always end up with Thomas on my team. I'm not sure how long he will remain on the roster though. Last season he never really got it going. Hopefully he can find his place in the pats scheme this year. But at this point in the draft he was worth a shot.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:43 		for letterj
23.09 Aaron Schobel DL BUF
At this stage of the draft, I felt that risks could be taken at positions like DB and DE. Schobel has produced top 10 DL numbers when healthy in the past, with consistent tackle numbers and big play ability.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:44 		for youngroman
23.10 Dwight Freeney, DL, IND
with 2 rounds to go I still need 2 positions to fill: DL and K. I already have 2 players that I want to take with my 24th pick that are not from these 2 positions, so it was a DL here, because a kicker is a kicker is a kicker. and a specific kicker is worth the same as a different kicker. there is no difference in talent, only in luck if the corresponding offense can't convert on 4th down and need the kicker. and we never know that offense before the game is played.
there are some DLs out there that may produce more then Freeney. the projections I saw list a lot of different DLs in the top 10. most of them see Freeney there. compared to others on those lists, he has no question marks too. so I picked him. he will much likely be replaced by the next hot DL during the regular season. Until then he is my starter.
 
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23.11 Kevin Williams, DL, Min

I pretty much waited until the end to get my DL. As I see it there are only a handful of linemen worth an earlier pick and the rest are pretty much interchangeable. Went with Williams as who I thought was the best available. His 60 tackles and 8.5 sacks last season are very solid, so we'll see if he can repeat those levels...
 
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23.12 Terence Newman, DB, DAL

I wanted to get another DB. Newman could get some punt return duty this year he also is good for tackles and Int’s. Mostly I drafted him on the potential part time PR duties. Every point helps.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:45 		23.13 Nick Folk, K, Dal

I had queued up Tynes and Seattle as my two final picks. So much for that.

Folk should be fine. His bye is in week 6, which fits well with my other bye week needs. I’ll probably wait until then to decide whether to rent a kicker for that week, or to move elsewhere.

I thought about Rackers and Kasay as well, but didn’t want their week 4 bye. I’ll have other bye-week needs to deal with that week.
 
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23.14 Neil Rackers, K, Ari

I gladly take the kicker for more than likely a top 5 offense this year. Never much strategy involved with kickers, imo.

24.01 Devery Henderson, WR, NO

A deep threat for a great offense. Another guy that seems like he slipped because he isn't some guy that's going to double his numbers from last year. However, if he increases his production by 10% this year he's a bonified steal this late in the draft.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:46 		24.02 Larry Foote, LB, Det

I have only 6 IDPs, and unfortunately, two have a bye in week 4. So I guess I should lay in one backup at this point, even though I may very well fiddle with my existing IDPs before the 4th week.

Foote is the starting MLB on Detroit, so he should get plenty of opportunities. And if I decide to hold him long term, his week 7 bye is a good fit with the rest of my roster.

 
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24.03 Demetrius Williams, WR, BAL

If only BAL was a passing team, Williams could be good. If only Williams could play in a full season, he could move up the depth chart. If only I had drafted some more WR early I wouldn’t be grasping at a WR’s like Williams.
 
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24.04 Rey Maualuga, LB, Cin

I'm sure I didn't need another LB here, but I figured at this point it didn't hurt to try to get another breakout player. Having seen a couple of Hard Knocks episodes on HBO, I can see that he's one of these high energy guys who can find the ball - this should translate into big tackle numbers and turnovers. But, of course, he's a rookie and it may take a while for all this to develop.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:48 		for youngroman
24.05 Michael Crabtree, WR, SF/unsigned
I thought about this pick for a while now. some rounds ago I penciled Crabtree in as my 24th pick. nobody else wanted him, so he ended up on my team. my team policy is: if he does not sign until Sunday September 13, he will be gone and replaced by a kicker. if he signs, I don't know whom to drop to get a kicker. for me it is worth the gamble.
 
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24.06 Mason Crosby K GNB
We need to start a kicker and Crosby has a good leg and plays on a team that should post offensive numbers.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:49 		for fugazi
24.07 Robbie Gould, k, CHI

Not too much to say here. I needed a kicker and Gould was one of the better ones left on the board. I usually try to get a dome kicker. But Gould has looked pretty good in the preseason.
 
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24.08 Charles Tillman, CB, CHI

I'll have to keep an eye on Tillman to see if he's going to play in week 1 after having back surgery, but assuming he's healthy, he should be a solid DB again this year. He's put up good numbers in all but the one season he was hurt, although has yet to play a full 16 games.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:50 		for culdeus
24-9 (Insert LB Here) LB TEAM
(24.09 Gerald Hayes LB ARI)

Just wanted to take one last stab at LB to fill out IDP roster which was a little thin. Feel I'm set at DL and probably DB, but LB didn't work out as well in my mind so want to carry some depth for a few weeks till the waivers shake out.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:52 		for SwinganaMiss
24.10 Omar Gaither, LB, PHI

Gaither has recently been named the starting MLB, at least by one source. He should be on the field quite a bit. Will see how this competition plays out, but at this stage in the draft the risk is minimal.
 
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24.11 Jermaine Phillips, DB(LB?), TB

The Bucs plan to move Phillips to Derrick Brooks’ old digs at weak side linebacker, and if the former safety can make the transition, his tackle numbers should skyrocket in 2009.
 
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24.12 John Kasay, K, CAR

Almost held off from taking a kicker, and was going to wait till pre-snap to pick one up off the wire, but decided to get it taken care of right away. I don't care much for kickers... but I've had Kasay rostered before, and he did pretty well... most of the Bigger name kickers are already gone, so he'll do fine I'm sure.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:54 		for Smith32
24.13 Todd Heap, TE, BAL

I really hoped to get Omar Gaither, or even Charles Tillman with this pick. When I looked at Heap's numbers from last year, I discounted them because I figured he was hurt. But now I see he was active for all 16 games, and put up some pretty crummy stats.
 
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      Tue, Sep 01, 2009, 15:54 		for wiggs
24.14 N.O. Saints Defense
I thought that special teams scoring was included in team defenses, and this pick was based on Reggis Bush. Just a mess up on my part.