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  2. Posted

    well, I'd look at it this way....

     

    Horn is money in the bank. I dont have the time to count the # of 1000 yard seasons hes had, but it is a lot. He is a very CONSISTANT receiver. (highly desireable when he puts up these kinda numbers)

     

    now if you go and look at how many 1000 yard seasons Branch has had.... I dont think you'd be nearly as impressed. Also, it will take branch at least 2 games to learn enough of the seattle offense to be effective as he needs to be so He wont be getting as much playing time as he normally would until that happens.

     

    Keep Horn.

     

    if you wanna trade him, you can do better than Branch

  4. Posted

    I wouldn't drop Carr just yet, he finally has someone else to throw to besides Johnson, he's not under as much pressure to perform (everyone expects him to suck), and he didn't look too bad against a good Philly D (was sacked 5 times, but no picks, no fumbles). I'd hold on to him for a little while longer. Would consider dropping Green if you want to drop someone and pick up Smith before Kerry "I went to a Superbowl, but now i forget how to throw more touchdowns than interceptions" Collins. Keep Del Homme.

     

     

    Totally agree. The Philly defense is not what I would call a soft D. They are no longer in the top tier, but still very solid. And Carr looked pretty good against them.

     

    I'd rather take a chance on Carr based on his performance against Philly than Smith based on what he did against Arizona.

     

    and also, the new coach Kubiak should have a good influence on the O-Line. based on this, I think Carr will be a lot better than people think. A good coach can affect a QB's numbers by more than a lot of people realize. And I think this guy is one of the best.

  5. Posted

    well, here is my opinion:

     

    Alex Smith has an extra year of playing experience and could conceivably have a much better year than Rivers will.

     

     

    however

     

    Rivers is on a better team in a better system.

     

    I think the chargers play calling will be very conservative the first couple of games and they will gradually open things up as the season progresses and as Rivers gets better.(similar to how the Steelers brought in Rothlisberger)

     

    I think that SMith is guaranteed to outperform Rivers in the first half of the season due to the ultra conservative playcalling that will be the San Diego Offense.... and the second half of the season is a tossup. We cant predict how quickly these guys will improve and it's almost pointless to speculate, so I'd consider them even in the second half of the season.

     

    based on the above logic, I would take Alex Smith because if you have injuries and need a QB early in the season there is less risk to your team.

  6. Posted

    I'd consider dropping Cooley as well. You will only start him on Gates' bye week. My RBs are very similar to yours and I just picked up Pennington and Jacobs, and dropped Clark and Gabriel. Jacobs is more valuable to you than any other owner, but I'm not sure I'd drop a starting RB for him either but Cooley is an option you should consider.

     

    http://www.fftodayforums.com/forum/index.p...howtopic=231881

     

     

    I agree. there is no real need to keep two TE's on the roster. you will find an adequate fill in on the waiver wire when the time comes.

     

    however if you insist on keeping your TE, I would stand pat with that team.

  8. Posted

    Three new penalties this year which are automatic 15 yards:

     

    1. Throwing the ball at an opposing player after a play.

    2. Standing over an opposing player after a big hit and staring down at him.

    3. Getting in the facemask of an opposing player and jawing at him.

     

    When they started clamping down on the excessive celebrations I didn't care too much but these new rules are just moronic. I understand that the modern player has way more attitude and arrogance than his predecessor but it's also pretty entertaining. These rules totally overlook equally "offensive" actions like Merriman's bull and matador dance but I'm sure they'll come down on that stuff enough. NFL = No Fun League.

     

     

    Well, I agree.

     

    a certain amount of celebration is good for the fans. They like to see it and it gets them into the game.

     

    the only penalties should be when someone is 'over the top'

     

    I agree, you gotta draw the line somewhere, but some of this is getting retarded. If Two Defenders wanna do a jig after sacking a QB I dont think it's outta line.

     

    I do agree that staring down at someone when they're on the ground or getting in someones face should be a penalty, and any celebration that appears to be pre-planned is probably a decent place to draw the line.

     

     

    any gestures to the benches or to the fans (in a negative way) should also be called.

     

    ie. if Terrell Owens rips down a sign in an opposing stadium.

     

    but the NFL needs to lighten up a bit.

  9. Posted

    Top 5

    1) Baltimore Ravens

    2) Cincinatti Bengals

    3) Indianapolis Colts

    4) Pittsburgh Steelers

    5) Philadelphia Eagles

     

    A few comments about the top 5:

    Baltimore Ravens - Steve McNair is the missing link that the Ravens have been missing through all those miserable Kyle Boller years. It also helps that the defense is in top form. My pick for Super Bowl champions.

     

    Cincinatti Bengals - I think this is going to be Rudi Johnson's best year ever, it also helps that Carson is back to 100%.

     

    Indianapolis Colts - They are up here for one reason, Peyton Manning. I have my doubts because of the lack of run game, but Peyton's ability just can't be denied.

     

    Pittsburgh Steelers - With what looks like the same great defense as last year, the Steelers cruised even without Big Ben. AFC North is the toughest division in all of football, I don't think anyone disagrees with this statement.

     

    Philadelphia Eagles - McNabb is back in top form and Westbrook looks healthy. With this combination it is looking like the Eagles are back to playoff form.

     

    Bottom 5

    28) Tampa Bay Buccaneers

    29) Houston Texans

    30) Tennessee Titans

    31) Green Bay Packers

    32) Oakland Raiders

     

    A few comments about the bottom 5:

     

    I'll keep it short and sweet, no one wants to hear about the bad teams anyway. :huh:

     

    -Tampa Bay looked like a college team against Baltimore, I think people should be doubting Simms' ability.

    -Houston is the same old Houston, I think this is yet another rebuilding year for them

    -The Tennessee QB situation is a joke. Either start Collins/Volek or give it to the rookie, but don't try to sub in Vince Young for a couple plays, it is preventing him from learning and is not effective at all.

    -Looks like another year of rebuilding for Green Bay. I bet Brett wishes he would have retired :doh:

    -Oakland=one of the most embarrassing franchises in all of sports, after that performance on national television they deserve the bottom spot

     

    Thoughts? Comments? Give me your top 5 and bottom 5.

     

    I disagree with your comments on Tennessee. It is a known fact that sitting a new QB (first round pick) for a season or part of a season helps him absorb the system, and learn by watching a veteran play in front of them.

     

    the fact they stuck him in on a series late in the game doesnt hinder his development. He gets to watch most of the game, then do a couple of series when the game is not on the line allows the coaches can see if he's learned anything and gives him some more reps against NFL Calibre players.

     

    the only thing the coach has to be careful is not to put him in a situation where his confidence will be ruined. and I dont think his performance was terrible. This was a nice way to get his feet wet.

     

    okay, I need to apologize for my earlier comment. I didnt watch the game and assumed they stuck Young in late in the game. I didnt realize they stuck him in early..... I'll agree that maybe this was a bit much for a rookie.

  10. Posted

    well, I figured the chargers would go heavy on the run early, and gradually shift more to a balanced attack as the season progresses.

     

    there was really no reason to put pressure on Rivers against a clearly inferior team, so they ran the ball a lot and didnt give him a chance to lose the game.

     

    the Steelers were more or less the same way when Rothlisberger was a rookie.

     

    they will gradually open up the offense, but it will take a couple of weeks. There is no reason to risk much against the Titans, so I expect things will be more or less the same this next week.

     

    they may give Rivers a few more pass attempts. I'd expect maybe 15-20 tosses.

  11. Posted

    do the deal fast before he comes to his senses.

     

    the tandem of Alexander and Rudi is tough to beat in any league setup.

     

    those two will basically force your opponents to beat you both in the QB and the WR department just to have a chance at beating you.

     

    this is one of those trades that can put a team over the top, and you need to take this chance even if your depth is not what you'd like it to be.

     

    Your backups dont win games for you.... they just hopefully prevent you from losing too many while your starters are out.

  13. Posted

    I'd say that trade is more or less a wash.

     

    Jones has more upside than Rhodes, but Rhodes is more or less guaranteed to start for now.

     

    Rod Smith has historically been better than Mason, but due to his age, he is a more risky pick than Mason.

     

    so I guess what it comes down to is how you feel about the risks.

  14. Posted

    If you're looking for improvement at WR, take a chance on Jerricho Cotchery. I had Eddie Kennison until this morning and dropped him for the waiver pick up on Cotchery. He's got a lot more upside than Kennison and I probably would have made the move even if Green hadn't been hurt.

     

     

    Dont you think you're being a little trigger happy?

     

    I mean, if Green only misses one or two games, you're dropping a player (kennison) that can be a serviceable #3 or a fill-in guy for bye weeks.

     

    he's reasonably consistant. He's No stud... but he wont lose games for you when hes in there.

  15. Posted

    it might help if you listed the teams each player is up against.

     

    I could look that up to answer your question, but I simply dont have the time at the moment.

     

    although I'll say one thing: I dont care how good Moss is....If randy moss is up against a team with a top end pass rush, I wouldnt start him. The Oakland O-Line is terrible and Moss wont catch many balls if Aaron Brooks gets sacked 9 times and has someone in his face constantly like he did this week against the Chargers.

  17. Posted

    another thing to remember....

     

    if dealing away 2 players and getting 3 in return, its not actually a 2 for 3 deal, cuz you now have too many players and need to drop one from your roster.

     

    so look at what you are giving up and add reggie brown (or whoever is the least desireable player on your roster) and that gives a better picture of what the actual trade looks like.

  18. Posted

    yes it was totally the right thing to do.

     

    however I'm surprised stallworth was on the waiver wire in the first place. That was a nice pickup.

     

    you may want to email him and say, why would I give you two top end players in Holt and Caddy for one waiver wire pickup(stallworth), one fringe player (kennison) and a RB who doesnt even have the clearcut #1 job?

     

    then leave it up to him to give a second offer. (never counter offer when the initial offer it this far out of whack. Let him come back with a reasonable offer and then deal from there.)

  19. Posted

    well, its not as simple as that in a dynasty league.

     

    to me, the goal is to win the championship. whether that be now, or in the future.

     

    The way I see this trade:

     

     

    you are giving up futures in a draft pick and a starting RB (maybe not starting today, but maybe later in the season and probably for another 5 or 6 years at least)

     

    agreed you are getting a top end player, but he doesnt have a lot of tread left in the tires. he'll put up good numbers for 2 or 3 more years and then will start to decline.

     

    so, if you add him to your lineup, do you have a good chance to win the championship? I see that you have the #4 overall pick this year, so I'm guessing your team wasnt that competitive this last season. This leads me to believe this trade likely wont win the championship for you this year.

     

    however, you may be able to Flip Alexander to a contender at the deadline for more.... but its a bit of a gamble.

     

    if you're gonna make a deal like this, the timing has to be right.

     

    its worth it to make the deal if you win this year or next, but you are definitely hindering your chances of winning beyond year 2 because you are giving up the eqivalent of 2 good starters for one man.

     

    so if you cant win this year or next, I wouldnt make the deal. That's the bottom line.

     

     

    also, keep in mind, I give this advice but dont know what you have for a team. that info would help us give you better advice. right now, I dont have a very good idea of just how good your team is at the moment.

  20. Posted

    I'd take the deal.

     

    even if you dont need another QB, you can probably flip Eli for something better.

     

    find someone in your league in need of a qb and email him saying somethign like this:

     

    I can acquire Eli Manning. I dont really need him, but you do, so what would you give me for him if I were to acquire him.

     

    maybe you can get a top notch WR or a better RB than Fragile fred....

     

    either way, manning is worth more than taylor. and if this is a keeper league, you're laughing.

     

    or you can ask for a player that better fits your team.... I just dont think you'll get the same value as Manning.

  21. Posted

    well, all bush has proven so far is that he can run the ball against teams with a weak run Defense, and that he can catch the ball. This doesnt make him an elite back yet.

     

    hes starter quality, I have no doubt about that.... but at this point, I'd play the matchup. so if your current starters are playing tough run defenses, and bush has a fairly easy team then start bush.

     

    once bush proves he can perform against a reasonably tough defense, then I'd move him into the starting lineup.

  23. Posted

    I wouldnt drop horn.

     

    I'd drop Evans.

     

    I acknowledge Evans has potential, but I am not keen on his QB at all or the overall Team.

     

    Branch is going from a very good offense into an elite offense. You can argue that the New England Offense is also elite, and I wouldnt argue with that, but they dont put up the numbers that Seattles offense does.

  24. Posted

    I'd take pennington.

     

    I'd also drop marion barber to pickup Smith.

     

    Pennington has proven he can get it done in the past. the issue with him was injury. and from what he showed yesterday, he can still throw the ball.

     

    Alex Smith was a high first round (cant remember if he was #1 overall) but he has a future. agreed the team around him isnt outstanding, but Id compare him to Eli manning in the sense that the first year sucked. the second year should be decent overall with some good days and some bad days. (adequate #3)

     

    you should have 3 QB in your lineup. your #1 is adequate, but if you get injured you dont wanna be stuck with a guy (simms) who could theoretically still lose his job.

     

    this is why I recommend dropping Marion Barber. He is not a starter, and if julius jones gets hurt you probably still wouldnt start him unless you had a lot of injuries.

  25. Posted

    I'd do the deal.

     

    it is a bit one sided, and I guess whether it gets vetoed depends on how sticky the guys in your league are.

     

    maybe you can give him another fringe player to make the trade look better and avoid the whole veto situation altoghether.

     

    however, you know your league better than I do.... so that's your call to make.

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