Three months ago at our Draft Lottery I drew the sixth pick out of ten. I had hoped for a top four but had already started running names through my head on who would be available at that spot. But the owner of the West Virginia Dolphins, who drew the second pick, wanted to trade down. Last year he had the first pick and was ready to trade it to me, but was talked into thinking about it, then grudgingly kept it and took Shawn Alexander. After Alexander got injured and basically ruined his season, he decided he preferred the middle of the draft order to "the pressure" of drafting high and opted to trade with me.
So now I have the second pick overall which gives me the choice of anyone except Ladanian Tomlinson who will be the pick of the Cincinnati Superstars. My decision rests between Larry Johnson and Steven Jackson. If our league rewarded points for catches, my choice would be easy ..... Jackson. But it doesn't, so now I'm stuck waiting to see how LJ's contract negotiations go and if he decides to hold out. Although I'll probably still take Jackson even if LJ signs a new deal. I like the Rams offense better than KC's and LJ is primed to get overworked with very few other weapons in the Chiefs arsenal. Hopefully things will be more clear come August 26.
I hope to get a Top 5 QB and another RB with the next two picks at the end of the 2nd round and the start of the third, but if a QB I like isn't available, I'll target a Top 10 WR. The interesting thing about picking at the second spot is that my fellow commish and best friend, the owner of the Cincinnati Superstars will be making two picks in between my picks at the ends of the rounds. It will make for some interesting moments during the draft I'm sure, since the two of us tend to have the same ideas and strategies.
This year I've been keeping an eye on the blog of John Hansen of Fantasy Guru.com He has done several video reports and updates his blog often. I recommend it highly if you have a chance.
Since I don't think I can necessarily stand just being in one league this year, I've opted to join a league at CBS Sportsline.com. I haven't yet committed to it as I'm waiting to pay a few bills first, but when I do, I'll let you know.
1 comment:
Yep, there should be some interesting moments (and probably a fair share of cursing) when we draft around each other in the middle rounds. There is more than enough talent to go around in those first three picks... but after that, things are going to get hairy (or in your case..not so...never mind)
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