As usual things got off to a rough start as a scramble was needed to find a replacement owner as the draft was set to begin. Luckily we found a new owner happy to be a part of the league in relatively quick fashion. A few owners were still bouncing back and forth on which players to keep right up until it was time to declare. Not many surprises on the keeper lists however a couple owners did shake things up a little bit as "B.I.T.H." kept P.Manning over J.Graham and "Wings for RG3 and Rice for Me" elected to only keep R.Rice allowing J.Charles to fall back into the draft pool. (click the read more link to continue)
Keepers: shown above. Steelerz Stompers only team not to keep anyone has first, fourth, and fifth pick at 1.01, 2.12, and 3.01. Steelerz Stompers
Last Year: 12th/12
Keepers: none
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C+
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 12th/12
Best Pick: J. Charles
Questionable Pick: Jacoby Jones
Bold Pick: Isaac Redman
Analysis: Happy to have Charles available at number 1 overall the rebuilding effort started on the right foot. Following up with a dependable WR1 was also a veteran play by the Stompers. According to the books Kaep in the 3rd, and Bell in the 4th were reaches. The Stompers decided they believe in Kaep and wanted him to be there guy over T.Brady, RG3, Romo, and Russ Wilson. Bell, although could be a very capable RB2, will be sidelined until week 4 or 5 making the Stompers RB depth very thin in the early season. Bouncing back with two solid picks of J.Witten in the 5th and T.Y. Hilton in the 6th the starting line was coming together. After a long waTit the Stompers jumped on a RB and selected C.Ivory. Probably not a pick thats going to win him a fantasy championship but a need pick with Bell out for the early weeks. From here on there wasn't many picks the Stompers made worth mentioning besides the drafting of Isaac Redman in the 11th round. B.old pick as the Stompers can utilize Redman until Bell is back in the mix as the Steelers starting RB. 613u.com Draft Grade: C
The Wretched Spawnn
Last Year: 11th/12
Keepers: Alfred Morris
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 4th/12
Best Pick: L. Moore
Questionable Pick: none (wow!)
Bold Pick: T. Romo
Analysis: Deciding to let Kaepernick go in a league where QBs were kept at a much higher than normal rate was a wise move for the Spawn. So was pairing S.Jackson with Alfred Morris as they should form a dependable RB duo. Sticking with the consistency theme the Spawnn nabbed Colston and J.Nelson in the following rounds. A very solid start to the rebuilding process - if there was anything to knock its that the Spawnn didnt take a chance for a breakout player and that the players they drafted may have already hit their fantasy ceilings. Selecting Romo in the 5th and Gonz in the 6th was great value as W.S. solidified much of their starting lineup. The Wretched Spawnn continued to pick up solid depth with Boldin & L.Moore at WR, the Law Firm & D.Woodhead at RB, and Cutler at QB2. An impressive draft sets WS up for a bounce back year. Can S.Jackson stay healthy, and be dependable, enough to carry the Spawnn into the postseason? 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Plucky Weiner Dogs
Last Year: 10th/12
Keepers: Cam Newton & Aaron Rodgers
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C+
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 7th/12
Best Pick: E.Lacy
Questionable Pick: S.Smith
Bold Pick: T. Austin
Analysis: Always unconventional the Weiner Dogs immediatley let us know they were trying a different strategy this draft by selecting WR's with their first three picks. Randall Cobb and Torrey Smith could both be on the verge of breakout seasons but drafting Steve Smith ahead of others like R.Wayne. H.Nicks, Decker etc. could haunt ol' Plucky. Perhaps it was genius or perhaps it was luck but the Weiner Dogs managed to steal E.Lacy at pick 6.10. The Weiner Dogs are counting on Lacy as they are thin at RB with only M.Ingram, C.Michael and Z.Stacy on their roster. Lastly, we would like to point out that once again the Dogs gamble on greatness with rookie T.Austin. The timing was perfect as Plucky snagged the highly touted rookie WR just in time. Unless they move one of their QBs I don't see any Plucky in the Playoffs due to the lack of depth at RB. 613u.com Draft Grade: C+
Giant Killers
Last Year: 9th/12
Keepers: Julio Jones & Dez Bryant
Yahoo! Draft Grade: A-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 2nd/12
Best Pick: T.Brady
Questionable Pick: D.Hopkins
Bold Pick: F.Jackson
Analysis: Starting off with a major advantage at the WR position the GK's made a smooth move by selecting future HOF QB Tom Brady who should once again fight for top QB in fantasy football. Picking up D. Murray at 4.09 was outstanding value. The rich get richer as the Giant Killers solidify their WRs by selecting R.Wayne. Once again based on value, Ryan Mathews was a nice pick for the Killers. After that point the GK's draft was a mix of reachs and solid value. Fred Jackson and Olsen were solid choices but the WR picks of Hopkins, Harvin, Mike Floyd, and Malcolm Floyd could have been better. If all goes as planned the Giant Killers should cruise into the playoffs - but if Mathews goes down and if the GK's can't find someone to fill the RB2 spot they could spoil their chances at a title. 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Spillin Ain't My Forte - Brady Is
Last Year: (8th/12) - First year owner
Keepers: C.J. Spiller & A.J. Green
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 5th/12
Best Pick: L.Miller
Questionable Pick: K.Rudolph
Bold Pick: D.Williams
Analysis: Year one under the new ownership carries over a few players from the last regime. Two great young keepers put SAMF in great shape right off the bat. Adding Forte and Welker with their first two picks was good value much like getting Russ Wilson in the 5th round before the top QBs were all off the board. SAMF was all about drafting for value as they stole D.Jackson, L. Miller, D.Williams, and J.Blackmon far past their ADP (average draft-position). The only knock on the SAMF's draft strategy would be the timing of the TE selection. Rudolph may have been available later in the draft allowing SAMF to draft more depth. With that being said, barring injury, this team is sure to be in the playoff picture come late season. 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Boyz In The Hood (B.I.T.H.)
Last Year: 7th/12
Keepers: Adrian Peterson & Peyton Manning
Yahoo! Draft Grade: A-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 2nd/12
Best Pick: D.Sproles
Questionable Pick: K.Moreno
Bold Pick: J.Graham
Analysis: Loaded with talent from the season before BITH had some tough decisions to make come keeper time however it looks like they made the right moves. Keeping AP and Manning secured their QB and RB position while redrafting (potential keeper) Jimmy Graham in the 3rd round gave BITH top players at 3 positions. Next BITH drafted F.Gore and D.Bowe looking for solid compliments to an already frightening lineup. The Boyz did a nice job in the middle of the draft adding value depth players with D.Sproles, M.Williams, K. Thompkins, and E.Sanders. Knowshon Moreno likely could have been drafted a round or two later however a very solid draft overall. The knock on BITH this season is the lack of consistent WR2 & WR3 options - as they will be making their selections based on matchups most weeks. However look for BITH's Big Three (AP, Manning, Graham) to be strong enough lead them to the championship game. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
WickDogg9
Last Year: 6th/12
Keepers: Brees & McCoy
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 8th/12
Best Pick: James Jones
Questionable Pick: M. Ball
Bold Pick: Bears D
Analysis: Having a potential top 5 RB in Shady McCoy plus Brees at QB gives WickDogg9 a solid pair of keepers to build around. Banking on the rookie RB success trend the Wick gambled on M.Ball in the middle of the 3rd round. Although Bell could be the fantasy rookie of the year - he hasn't secured the starting spot (yet), and he will have to battle Manning & Co. for TD's in such a potent offense. WickDogg quickly recovered drafting very well at the WR the next 3 rounds with R.White, H.Nicks, and James Jones. With those WR's the Wick has plenty of TD potential at his WR slot. Feeling confident in his starters Wick grabbed the Bears D, K.Britt, and V.Ballard. Bears D should finish among the top 3 defense as usual and will probably win WickDogg9 a couple of games pretty much by themselves. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
Balls Deep
Last Year: 5th/12
Keepers: Calvin Johnson & Trent Richardson
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 10th/12
Best Pick: D.McFadden
Questionable Pick: S.Rice
Bold Pick: M.Vick
Analysis: With two young stars in T.Rich and Calvin Johnson Balls Deep was very flexible when it came their time to pick in the 3rd round. Adding V.Jackson, S.Ridley and D. McFadden provided Balls Deep with a great pair of WRs and very good depth at the RB spot. Balls Deep went against the grain a little with their next few picks selecting M.Vick as their starter in the 6th, S.Rice as their 3rd WR, and added B.Pierce to their stable of RBs. The three of those players may have been available a round or two later making their selection slight reaches. Balls finished off the draft well getting Ravens, Flacco, and A. Jeffery in the late rounds. Once again Balls Deep will be utiliizing the QB carousel most weeks. Picking the right QB each week will be crucial in determining the success of the BD franchise. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
Wings For RG3 and Rice For Me
Last Year: 4th/12
Keepers: Ray Rice
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 6th/12
Best Pick: A.Bradshaw
Questionable Pick: J.Cook
Bold Pick: R.Griffin III
Analysis: Anticipating a run on WRs in the 3rd round, and hoping a top QB would last til the 4th round, Wings 4 RG3 decided to only keeper one player. Released was J.Charles and RG3 and D.Thomas was picked up in the 2nd round. Due to a run on quality RBs - looking for a spark - Wings 4 RG3 selected D. Wilson then picked up RG3 due to the lack of top QBs remaining. Finalizing the WR position was next for as Pierre Garcon and Antonio Brown were selected in the 5th and 6th round. Wings put together solid but not spectacular group of WRs by mid draft then focused on getting depth at the RB position. Rounds 7,8,9, and 10 were dedicated to RB's as Wings' picked up G. Bernard, D. Richardson, A. Bradshaw, and B.Tate. The plan being that at least one of those players steps up and produces like a RB1/2 by mid season. Nearly in panic mode and lacking depth at the WR position Wings scramble to select V.Brown and R.Randle. Waiting til the final 3 rounds to select their "back-end" (Te-K-D) could cost Wings' as J.Cook & Rams D aren't exactly proven fantasy performers. This team will live and die buy the success, and health, of RG3 and will need some younger players to live up to their potential this season in order to make the playoffs. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
Chambers of Blood
Last Year: 3th/12
Keepers: Arian Foster & Matt Ryan
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 3rd/12
Best Pick: C.Patterson
Questionable Pick: M.Gillisee
Bold Pick: Seahawks D
Analysis: The most consistent owner in our league retains his winning foundation with Foster and M. Ryan. CoB quickly addressed their RB and WR vacanys with proven performers in Chris Johnson, V.Cruz, and E.Decker. This draft was slightly different for Chambers as they went with a different bird of prey, selecting more Seahwaks(3) than Falcons(1). Starting off the run on Defenses CoB snagged the best one on most boards, the Seahawks. Solid depth was picked up in late rounds with G.Tate, J.Finley and M.Bennett, however reaching for M.Gillisee and G.Little had some scratching their heads. CoB will probably be playing the waiver wire for RB depth come bye week time. Chambers recovered with might turn out to be the steal of the draft in the 14th round selecting C.Patterson as their WR5. RB depth keeps CoB from having an elite draft however overall still very strong. Looking at this roster theres no reason to believe Chambers of Blood's consecutive trips to the postseason will end this season. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
It's All Luck Now
Last Year: 2nd/12
Keepers: Andrew Luck & Doug Martin
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 9th/12
Best Pick: C.Givens
Questionable Pick: G. Jennings
Bold Picks: Gronk, MJD, and Andre Johnson
Analysis: Keeping Doug Martin and being committed to Andrew Luck IALN was in a tricky situation; needing to add to their lineup quickly yet picking so late in the draft. It's All Luck Now made four bold picks in a row, banking on bounce back seasons, with Maurice Jones Drew, Andre Johnson, Rob Gronkowski, and Amendola. If these players return to form IALN will be cruising to the playoffs for the second year in a row. IALN may have been too confident in their starting RBs as they neglected to draft any depth at the position until the 9th round. Selecting G.Jennings in the 7th ahead of someone like D.Richardson may prove costly. Luckily if Jennings fails IALN should be okay as at least one of J.Gordon or C.Givens should be productive enough as a WR3. Another team neglecting RB depth and banking on healthly fortunes could finish anywhere between the top and the bottom. It's All Luck Now's success will hinge on Gronk, MJD, A.Johnson, and D.Amendola producing at a high level. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
Emanuelle2000
Last Year: 1st/12
Keepers: Matt Stafford & Marshawn Lynch
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 11th/12
Best Pick: B.Powell
Questionable Pick: D.Heyward-Bey
Bold Picks: V.Davis
Analysis: Our league champion was forced to sit back and wait until the final pick of the 3rd round before being able to add to his keepers of M. Stafford and M.Lynch. E2000 drafted for the best overall value picking up a pair of players capable of exceeding last years numbers with R.Bush and L. Fitzgerald. The hunt for good value continued as E2000 picked up M.Wallace, V.Davis, S. Johnson, 49ers D, and R. Mendenhall in rounds 5 thru 9. Drafting A.Dalton and Heyward-Bey could be called reaches and the bottom of the draft lacks anything with the potential to be excited about. Overall a solid group of starters should keep our Champion in the mix for most of the season - however lack of depth may spoil any hopes of repeating. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
Last Year: 12th/12
Keepers: none
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C+
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 12th/12
Best Pick: J. Charles
Questionable Pick: Jacoby Jones
Bold Pick: Isaac Redman
Analysis: Happy to have Charles available at number 1 overall the rebuilding effort started on the right foot. Following up with a dependable WR1 was also a veteran play by the Stompers. According to the books Kaep in the 3rd, and Bell in the 4th were reaches. The Stompers decided they believe in Kaep and wanted him to be there guy over T.Brady, RG3, Romo, and Russ Wilson. Bell, although could be a very capable RB2, will be sidelined until week 4 or 5 making the Stompers RB depth very thin in the early season. Bouncing back with two solid picks of J.Witten in the 5th and T.Y. Hilton in the 6th the starting line was coming together. After a long waTit the Stompers jumped on a RB and selected C.Ivory. Probably not a pick thats going to win him a fantasy championship but a need pick with Bell out for the early weeks. From here on there wasn't many picks the Stompers made worth mentioning besides the drafting of Isaac Redman in the 11th round. B.old pick as the Stompers can utilize Redman until Bell is back in the mix as the Steelers starting RB. 613u.com Draft Grade: C
The Wretched Spawnn
Last Year: 11th/12
Keepers: Alfred Morris
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 4th/12
Best Pick: L. Moore
Questionable Pick: none (wow!)
Bold Pick: T. Romo
Analysis: Deciding to let Kaepernick go in a league where QBs were kept at a much higher than normal rate was a wise move for the Spawn. So was pairing S.Jackson with Alfred Morris as they should form a dependable RB duo. Sticking with the consistency theme the Spawnn nabbed Colston and J.Nelson in the following rounds. A very solid start to the rebuilding process - if there was anything to knock its that the Spawnn didnt take a chance for a breakout player and that the players they drafted may have already hit their fantasy ceilings. Selecting Romo in the 5th and Gonz in the 6th was great value as W.S. solidified much of their starting lineup. The Wretched Spawnn continued to pick up solid depth with Boldin & L.Moore at WR, the Law Firm & D.Woodhead at RB, and Cutler at QB2. An impressive draft sets WS up for a bounce back year. Can S.Jackson stay healthy, and be dependable, enough to carry the Spawnn into the postseason? 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Plucky Weiner Dogs
Last Year: 10th/12
Keepers: Cam Newton & Aaron Rodgers
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C+
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 7th/12
Best Pick: E.Lacy
Questionable Pick: S.Smith
Bold Pick: T. Austin
Analysis: Always unconventional the Weiner Dogs immediatley let us know they were trying a different strategy this draft by selecting WR's with their first three picks. Randall Cobb and Torrey Smith could both be on the verge of breakout seasons but drafting Steve Smith ahead of others like R.Wayne. H.Nicks, Decker etc. could haunt ol' Plucky. Perhaps it was genius or perhaps it was luck but the Weiner Dogs managed to steal E.Lacy at pick 6.10. The Weiner Dogs are counting on Lacy as they are thin at RB with only M.Ingram, C.Michael and Z.Stacy on their roster. Lastly, we would like to point out that once again the Dogs gamble on greatness with rookie T.Austin. The timing was perfect as Plucky snagged the highly touted rookie WR just in time. Unless they move one of their QBs I don't see any Plucky in the Playoffs due to the lack of depth at RB. 613u.com Draft Grade: C+
Giant Killers
Last Year: 9th/12
Keepers: Julio Jones & Dez Bryant
Yahoo! Draft Grade: A-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 2nd/12
Best Pick: T.Brady
Questionable Pick: D.Hopkins
Bold Pick: F.Jackson
Analysis: Starting off with a major advantage at the WR position the GK's made a smooth move by selecting future HOF QB Tom Brady who should once again fight for top QB in fantasy football. Picking up D. Murray at 4.09 was outstanding value. The rich get richer as the Giant Killers solidify their WRs by selecting R.Wayne. Once again based on value, Ryan Mathews was a nice pick for the Killers. After that point the GK's draft was a mix of reachs and solid value. Fred Jackson and Olsen were solid choices but the WR picks of Hopkins, Harvin, Mike Floyd, and Malcolm Floyd could have been better. If all goes as planned the Giant Killers should cruise into the playoffs - but if Mathews goes down and if the GK's can't find someone to fill the RB2 spot they could spoil their chances at a title. 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Spillin Ain't My Forte - Brady Is
Last Year: (8th/12) - First year owner
Keepers: C.J. Spiller & A.J. Green
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 5th/12
Best Pick: L.Miller
Questionable Pick: K.Rudolph
Bold Pick: D.Williams
Analysis: Year one under the new ownership carries over a few players from the last regime. Two great young keepers put SAMF in great shape right off the bat. Adding Forte and Welker with their first two picks was good value much like getting Russ Wilson in the 5th round before the top QBs were all off the board. SAMF was all about drafting for value as they stole D.Jackson, L. Miller, D.Williams, and J.Blackmon far past their ADP (average draft-position). The only knock on the SAMF's draft strategy would be the timing of the TE selection. Rudolph may have been available later in the draft allowing SAMF to draft more depth. With that being said, barring injury, this team is sure to be in the playoff picture come late season. 613u.com Draft Grade: B+
Boyz In The Hood (B.I.T.H.)
Last Year: 7th/12
Keepers: Adrian Peterson & Peyton Manning
Yahoo! Draft Grade: A-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 2nd/12
Best Pick: D.Sproles
Questionable Pick: K.Moreno
Bold Pick: J.Graham
Analysis: Loaded with talent from the season before BITH had some tough decisions to make come keeper time however it looks like they made the right moves. Keeping AP and Manning secured their QB and RB position while redrafting (potential keeper) Jimmy Graham in the 3rd round gave BITH top players at 3 positions. Next BITH drafted F.Gore and D.Bowe looking for solid compliments to an already frightening lineup. The Boyz did a nice job in the middle of the draft adding value depth players with D.Sproles, M.Williams, K. Thompkins, and E.Sanders. Knowshon Moreno likely could have been drafted a round or two later however a very solid draft overall. The knock on BITH this season is the lack of consistent WR2 & WR3 options - as they will be making their selections based on matchups most weeks. However look for BITH's Big Three (AP, Manning, Graham) to be strong enough lead them to the championship game. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
WickDogg9
Last Year: 6th/12
Keepers: Brees & McCoy
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 8th/12
Best Pick: James Jones
Questionable Pick: M. Ball
Bold Pick: Bears D
Analysis: Having a potential top 5 RB in Shady McCoy plus Brees at QB gives WickDogg9 a solid pair of keepers to build around. Banking on the rookie RB success trend the Wick gambled on M.Ball in the middle of the 3rd round. Although Bell could be the fantasy rookie of the year - he hasn't secured the starting spot (yet), and he will have to battle Manning & Co. for TD's in such a potent offense. WickDogg quickly recovered drafting very well at the WR the next 3 rounds with R.White, H.Nicks, and James Jones. With those WR's the Wick has plenty of TD potential at his WR slot. Feeling confident in his starters Wick grabbed the Bears D, K.Britt, and V.Ballard. Bears D should finish among the top 3 defense as usual and will probably win WickDogg9 a couple of games pretty much by themselves. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
Balls Deep
Last Year: 5th/12
Keepers: Calvin Johnson & Trent Richardson
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 10th/12
Best Pick: D.McFadden
Questionable Pick: S.Rice
Bold Pick: M.Vick
Analysis: With two young stars in T.Rich and Calvin Johnson Balls Deep was very flexible when it came their time to pick in the 3rd round. Adding V.Jackson, S.Ridley and D. McFadden provided Balls Deep with a great pair of WRs and very good depth at the RB spot. Balls Deep went against the grain a little with their next few picks selecting M.Vick as their starter in the 6th, S.Rice as their 3rd WR, and added B.Pierce to their stable of RBs. The three of those players may have been available a round or two later making their selection slight reaches. Balls finished off the draft well getting Ravens, Flacco, and A. Jeffery in the late rounds. Once again Balls Deep will be utiliizing the QB carousel most weeks. Picking the right QB each week will be crucial in determining the success of the BD franchise. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
Wings For RG3 and Rice For Me
Last Year: 4th/12
Keepers: Ray Rice
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B-
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 6th/12
Best Pick: A.Bradshaw
Questionable Pick: J.Cook
Bold Pick: R.Griffin III
Analysis: Anticipating a run on WRs in the 3rd round, and hoping a top QB would last til the 4th round, Wings 4 RG3 decided to only keeper one player. Released was J.Charles and RG3 and D.Thomas was picked up in the 2nd round. Due to a run on quality RBs - looking for a spark - Wings 4 RG3 selected D. Wilson then picked up RG3 due to the lack of top QBs remaining. Finalizing the WR position was next for as Pierre Garcon and Antonio Brown were selected in the 5th and 6th round. Wings put together solid but not spectacular group of WRs by mid draft then focused on getting depth at the RB position. Rounds 7,8,9, and 10 were dedicated to RB's as Wings' picked up G. Bernard, D. Richardson, A. Bradshaw, and B.Tate. The plan being that at least one of those players steps up and produces like a RB1/2 by mid season. Nearly in panic mode and lacking depth at the WR position Wings scramble to select V.Brown and R.Randle. Waiting til the final 3 rounds to select their "back-end" (Te-K-D) could cost Wings' as J.Cook & Rams D aren't exactly proven fantasy performers. This team will live and die buy the success, and health, of RG3 and will need some younger players to live up to their potential this season in order to make the playoffs. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
Chambers of Blood
Last Year: 3th/12
Keepers: Arian Foster & Matt Ryan
Yahoo! Draft Grade: B
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 3rd/12
Best Pick: C.Patterson
Questionable Pick: M.Gillisee
Bold Pick: Seahawks D
Analysis: The most consistent owner in our league retains his winning foundation with Foster and M. Ryan. CoB quickly addressed their RB and WR vacanys with proven performers in Chris Johnson, V.Cruz, and E.Decker. This draft was slightly different for Chambers as they went with a different bird of prey, selecting more Seahwaks(3) than Falcons(1). Starting off the run on Defenses CoB snagged the best one on most boards, the Seahawks. Solid depth was picked up in late rounds with G.Tate, J.Finley and M.Bennett, however reaching for M.Gillisee and G.Little had some scratching their heads. CoB will probably be playing the waiver wire for RB depth come bye week time. Chambers recovered with might turn out to be the steal of the draft in the 14th round selecting C.Patterson as their WR5. RB depth keeps CoB from having an elite draft however overall still very strong. Looking at this roster theres no reason to believe Chambers of Blood's consecutive trips to the postseason will end this season. 613u.com Draft Grade: B
It's All Luck Now
Last Year: 2nd/12
Keepers: Andrew Luck & Doug Martin
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 9th/12
Best Pick: C.Givens
Questionable Pick: G. Jennings
Bold Picks: Gronk, MJD, and Andre Johnson
Analysis: Keeping Doug Martin and being committed to Andrew Luck IALN was in a tricky situation; needing to add to their lineup quickly yet picking so late in the draft. It's All Luck Now made four bold picks in a row, banking on bounce back seasons, with Maurice Jones Drew, Andre Johnson, Rob Gronkowski, and Amendola. If these players return to form IALN will be cruising to the playoffs for the second year in a row. IALN may have been too confident in their starting RBs as they neglected to draft any depth at the position until the 9th round. Selecting G.Jennings in the 7th ahead of someone like D.Richardson may prove costly. Luckily if Jennings fails IALN should be okay as at least one of J.Gordon or C.Givens should be productive enough as a WR3. Another team neglecting RB depth and banking on healthly fortunes could finish anywhere between the top and the bottom. It's All Luck Now's success will hinge on Gronk, MJD, A.Johnson, and D.Amendola producing at a high level. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
Emanuelle2000
Last Year: 1st/12
Keepers: Matt Stafford & Marshawn Lynch
Yahoo! Draft Grade: C
Yahoo! Projected Finish: 11th/12
Best Pick: B.Powell
Questionable Pick: D.Heyward-Bey
Bold Picks: V.Davis
Analysis: Our league champion was forced to sit back and wait until the final pick of the 3rd round before being able to add to his keepers of M. Stafford and M.Lynch. E2000 drafted for the best overall value picking up a pair of players capable of exceeding last years numbers with R.Bush and L. Fitzgerald. The hunt for good value continued as E2000 picked up M.Wallace, V.Davis, S. Johnson, 49ers D, and R. Mendenhall in rounds 5 thru 9. Drafting A.Dalton and Heyward-Bey could be called reaches and the bottom of the draft lacks anything with the potential to be excited about. Overall a solid group of starters should keep our Champion in the mix for most of the season - however lack of depth may spoil any hopes of repeating. 613u.com Draft Grade: B-
