Offensive linemen keep getting bigger, faster and stronger and last April’s draft was no exception. Of the 51 offensive linemen at the 2010 NFL Combine, none weighed less than 300 pounds and none measured under 6-foot-2. For years, everyone heard or read about how important it is to have an outstanding offensive line. To be successful and to have that, you need above average tackles. [...]
 A LOOK AHEAD : Wide receiverSpeed is important at the wide receiver position, but the ability to run routes (Steve Largent and Wes Welker for example), have a burst (Jerry Rice) and catch the quick slant for a first down to keep a drive alive (Michael Irvin and Cris Carter) are all important as well. Speed is an important trait for success because it makes it possible to stretch the field. It’s not [...] |
 A LOOK AHEAD : Tight endTight ends will line up outside to try and create matchup problems in pass coverage. They will also line up in the backfield and force coverage by linebackers or to help block blitzers. |
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 The Fantasy Forecast.. Week 1Welcome to The Fantasy Forecast .. Week 1. The NFL season is upon us today! Football fans across the country are excited for the opening kickoff tonight for the season. This also means Fantasy Football starts today as well. I will be giving my fantasy forecast and a weekly rankings every Thursday during the NFL regular season. For week 1, I will only list out [...] |
 A LOOK AHEAD : Running backsThe running back position has changed a great deal over the past 10 years. Most teams use two and some even three to share carries. Carolina had two backs — DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart — gain over 1,100 rushing yards in 2009. Since 1998, 41 running backs have been selected in the first year of the NFL draft. Running back may be the easiest [...] |
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