Can you believe it? We are half way through the preseason and we are under two weeks away from the first real action of the 2008 NFL regular season.
Every second searching the web for info, listening to your suggestions and comments, watching preseason games and scanning box scores has me getting pretty jacked up.
I have two drafts next weekend and I am sure many of you are getting ready for yours. That said, here are a few players that you and I should be able to get late in our drafts and have success with in 2008.
Quarterback
Jon Kitna QB (DET) - Last year at this time he was in the top 10 of all QB's. This year he is not even in most people's top twenty and the mock drafts are reflecting that. Sure Martz is gone and they are looking to run it more - who isn't - but he still has one of the best up-and-coming tandems in the league in Roy Williams and Calvin Johnson. I can think of many quarterbacks getting drafted before him with much less to work with.
Also, look for Jon to More...get better protection this year. Martz used a ton of 4 WR sets which leaves the QB vulnerable. This year look for more tight ends and fullbacks helping him out. And if you need a little more convincing, consider his "perfect" passer rating through two pre-season games. There is not much risk involved if you can get him late. Sounds like a QB2 with spot starting potential and a super solid value pick to me.
Running Backs
Chris Johnson RB (TEN) - One of the fastest guys a last year combine is generating some buzz. Last week he had a solid debut (77 yards and a TD) and according to coaches, he will be used in many different ways as both a running back and receiver - which is suh-weet for you PPR guys.
Here's a quote from the NFL.com "What we learned" game notes:
"Rookie RB Chris Johnson (8 carries for 46 yards) is electric with the ball, providing the offense a burst of energy whenever he touches it."
Reggie Bush in a Titans uniform.
You will want to stop by my blog to see the rest of this weeks 2008 Fantasy Football Sleepers and Value picks. I have a few wide recievers and a tight end that you don't want to miss. Plus there is a nice little conversation developing n the comments section.




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