Tuesday Edition
August 14th, 2012
David’s Daily Digest
The
NFL Returns: Fantasy Football is Back
The
Pre-Season is Here
With replacement referees on hand and
one week in the books the NFL is back and with it Fantasy Football. Sure it’s
only the preseason and it may be early, but it’s not too early to start talking
fantasy football. If you check out the internet, you can catch mock-drafts
galore and plenty of cheat sheets for your league’s upcoming draft. And for
some fantasy drafts never come early.
When camps opened just a few short
weeks ago, that was just a teaser to whet the appetite. With games now being
played and a chance to view some of our favorite players, the fantasy faithful mouths
are watering and we are ready for some football.
The 2012 campaign is well under way
and as with each new season come new questions, especially for the fantasy
world as we prepare for our upcoming drafts.
Just a few questions some may be asking;
Can Denver be the new Peyton’s Place?
My
Take: So far the risk looks like it could pay off huge in 2012. Peyton Manning
has been looking strong, especially for a guy that took a year off, but to keep
things in perspective we have not seen a large enough sample to make a complete
assessment. He does however, look good and appear to be heading in the right
direction.
How will the arrival of Tebow impact
the Jets?
My
Take: The Jets are hoping to cash in on some big pay-offs, especially in the
red-zone, but that’s no secret. Tebow was not regarded as much of a passer in
Denver, yet he was still able to find pay-dirt on the ground.
Which Rookie will have the greatest
impact?
My
Take: RGII and Andrew Luck would appear to be the popular picks and after
watching their first preseason performances, there’s much to be excited about.
It’s still too early to decide, but either way, these two are likely to be
later round fantasy picks for most (if selected at all).
Can Rodgers repeat in 2012?
My
Take: There’s enough evidence to believe that Rodgers will produce strong numbers
in 2012, but you have to keep things in perspective; 4,600 yards, 48 total
touchdowns (45 pass/3run) and just six turnovers last season was ridiculous. He’ll
post similar yardage (maybe more), but his 45-6 ratio will be a tough act to
follow; more like 38-9.
How will Payton’s absence affect
Brees?
My
Take: The Saints have been hit hard this off-season by the league with
suspensions, but even without the normal captain of the ship, Brees and company
should be fine. Last Season Head Coach Sean Payton missed some time and spent a
number of games in the booth, leaving Brees with the keys to the offense.
Coming off his record setting season, I think Brees is going to be just fine
driving the Saints offensive machine again in 2012.
Will Moss or Owens be relevant in
2012?
My
Take: I am sure this is not a burning question for too many, but just a couple
of thoughts; in San Francisco even if Moss is looking good and has regained
some of that old form, it’s still quarterback Alex Smith under center. That’s a
tough knock, but Smith has been around a while and we’ve yet to see anything to
indicate all he needs is a big-time receiver. And at 35 after a year off, would
you still call Randy big-time?
By David Ortega
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