Did you hear the one about the QB, Wide Receiver and OLineman? So, the QB gets in a little legal trouble and gets suspended. The Receiver gets in a little trouble and gets traded. And the OLineman has a season-ending injury. Sorry, there's no punch line!
If it wasn't for Mike Tomlin and his new three-year deal, I'd say this team was fading fast. But I believe! Coach Tomlin will find a way. And I think that way is by running the football, giving his D a break and maybe a new star emerging.
Now, Mike Tomlin is not what you'd call a Smash Mouth coach. He's shown that he's not afraid to throw the ball, but I think after last year's defensive debacle (losing all kinds of games in the last minutes), he's gonna look to give them a little more rest. He'll still throw it; especially after Ben gets back, but don't expect the 506 attempts he got last year. That means bad news for Byron - who will hand-off more, but I don't think it's gonna hurt Ben all that much. In 2007 Roethlisberger (no, I did not spell that on my own) was the #4 fantasy quarter back with almost 100 less attempts. So, he'll still get his. But, I think the guy that really goes nuts is "THE SHARTER".
That's right, we've given Rashard Mendenhall a new nickname - THE SHARTER! He's fast, powerful and stinky! But, I see him getting more carries, more yards and more touchdowns - even with the injury to Colon! 3rd years a charm! And I'd throw him in your Top 10 and hope to pick him up in the 2nd round.
Also, Santonio Holmes loss is Mike Wallace's gain - or is it? Last year, he was the king of the 3 for 83 games. Will he expand his game to have more receptions to go with those long balls? If so, watch out? And it's finally time to start believing in Hines Ward. I have a new rule - If a guy produces for 12 straight years, I'll start believing. I may even have to draft him this year just to make up for past mistakes. Heck, the guy had his second highest yards of his career in 2009. He's 33 and ain't slowing down (but check Doc's Hail Mary!).
And you want a surprise? How about Heath Miller? He has been in the Top 10 TE's 2 out of the last 3 years, and in 2008 he missed two games and was still ranked 15. I was shocked! But, he's due to have another solid year.
So, here's my advice. If Big Ben is out there late, have some grace and pick him up! If you want a solid #2 TE or WR, grab Ward or Miller. If you want a guy with bigger upside for a #3 WR, take a look at Wallace. Then, if you get Rashard Mendenhall, just thank God in heaven - especially if he falls to the second round! Or if you pair THE SHARTER with a Top WR - watch out fantasy championship!
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July 14, 2010
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