2011

Top Fantasy Quarterbacks: Aaron Rodgers: 21-of-29, 283 yards. 5 TDs. 18 rush yards. Cam Newton: 12-of-17, 171 yards. 4 TDs (3 pass, 1 rush). 65 rush yards. Matthew Stafford: 29-of-36, 373 yards. 3 TDs. Drew Brees: 23-of-39, 307 yards. 4 TDs, 2 INTs. Joe Webb: 4-of-5, 84 yards. 3 TDs (2 pass, 1 rush). 34…

Colts 19, Texans 16 Brian Cushing ran into the backfield untouched on the first play of the game. He strip-sacked Dan Orlovsky, and the Texans recovered the ball. Two plays later, Arian Foster ran into the end zone. This contest was over in just 54 seconds. Or maybe not. Thanks to a combination of Houston’s…

Strengths: Consistently produces game-changing plays Sideline-to-sideline speed Quickness to the hole Instincts Tackling technique Blitzing ability Physical play Hitting ability Motor Attitude Weaknesses: Undersized Overly aggressive at times Scheme limitations Summary: Trevathan was the leader of the Kentucky defense and constantly produced splash plays throughout the 2011 season. He was one of the nation’s leading…

Strengths: Proven pass protector Good technique Quick feet Recoverability Experienced Mobility to hit blocks downfield Very intelligent Durable Weaknesses: A little light Lacks power Didn’t regularly face elite competition Lacks ability to drive block Does not display any mean streak Arm length? Summary: Potter was a second-team AP All-America in 2011. He had another excellent…

Emmitt on the Brink. The premise: Coming off a Super Bowl victory, the Patriots open the 2013 season with a blowout win. Unfortunately, they get into trouble for Spygate II. As punishment, Roger Goodell orders the Patriots to fire Bill Belichick and replace him with Emmitt Smith. Three years later, the Patriots beat the Bears…

Strengths: Elite run blocker Powerful drive blocker Great at pulling Hits blocks on second level of defense Mobile and athletic Intelligent Great technique with hand placement Textbook knee bend Rock-solid pass protector Proven leader; passion for the game Winner at collegiate level Durable, experienced 3-year starter Weaknesses: Was not challenged by good group of pass-rushers…

Strengths: Speed Ability to force fumbles Quick get off Agility to move around tackles Repertoire of moves Shedding blocks when pass rushing Versatility to rush from either side Athletic Can drop into coverage Hard worker in weight room Durable, experienced 3-year starter Weaknesses: Strength at the point of attack Ability to stop a drive block…