TUESDAY FOOTBALL TALK
Fantasy Football’s Biggest Arm in 2009!
Is it Brady or Brees?….
It’s a pretty wide open discussion when you consider who will be the biggest arm in fantasy football for 2009. Many will argue that it’s hands down Tom Brady or Drew Brees.
When you consider the weapons both quarterbacks will flaunt this season from Colston to Moss and Bush to Faulk, their offenses are loaded with tremendous talent. Fantasy owners can expect these two field generals to be more than capable of leading their troops to big numbers every Sunday.
So the question is who will be the biggest arm in 2009? Before we answer with Brady or Brees, are we missing anyone? Last season there were a handful of candidates that did throw their hats in the ring for consideration, so before we make a pick let’s evaluate some potential pretenders or contenders;
Kurt Warner (Ari)
….old Mr. Reliable was not only good, but last year he was sensational passing for nearly 4,600-yards and throwing 30-touchdwns. The word is Arizona will be looking for a more balanced attack and there are still concerns surrounding receiver Anquan Boldin. Warner should still be legitimate candidate, but there are forces of nature stacking up against the just turned 38-year old veteran.
Jay Cutler (Chi)
….last season threw for 4,500-yards and tossed 26 touchdowns. It would apprear Mr. Cutler has the necessary credentials, but a new home, a new offense, and less talent this season will take him out of consideration.
Philip Rivers (SD)
….the Chargers are not typically known as a passing team, but in 2008 Rivers showed the world why he was drafted as high as he was in 2004. Last year he led the league with 34 touchdown passes while passing for 4,000-yards. Last season may not have been a fluke, but with less than stellar talent as compared to a Brees or Brady and a system that is more balanced, Rivers will be hard-pressed to repeat his 2008 peformance.
Peyton Manning (Ind)
…..then of course there is Mr. Consistency. While last season was not his best by “Manning standards” the Colt’s passer still eclipsed 4,000-yards in the air and threw 27 touchdowns. He may not have the luxury of old faithful (Harrison) this season, but with the explosive Reggie Wayne, the sure handed Dallas Clark, and an up and coming youngster (Anthony Gonzalez), Manning could still be quite productive in 2009. He could be productive, but its not likely he’ll have the biggest year.
After careful consideration we are back to where we started; Brees or Brady. Tom Brady is a record setter and will have his full compliment of weapons to work with in 2009. he may be coming off a season ending knee surgery, but that was nearly 11 months ago and by all counts he could set again to post new records.
In Louisiana, the Saints have their own record setter in Drew Brees, Mr. 5000. He too will be boasting his full compliment of weapons when camp opens. What fantasy owners have to like about Brees, his durability. Since 2004 Brees has missed just one start and that was the coache’s decision to rest the veteran quarterback in week 17 of the 2004 season. Over that span Brees has averaged more than 27 touchdowns passes per season, including a career high of 34 last year (tied with Rivers to lead NFL).
So there you have it, the choice is quite clear, Brees or Brady for the biggest arm in 2009. Still not satisfied and feel the need to pick one, flip a coin.
By David Ortega
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