Fbkid's regular season awards

This regular season was one of the best in recent memory as it had lots of surprises and controversy. But it wouldn't be complete without the awards handed out for the best performances in the league. Here are my regular season awards.


MVP: Tom Brady QB Patriots: When you throw for 50 touchdowns and lead your team to a perfect regular season you are probably going to get this award. That's exactly what Brady did as hopes to continue his success in the playoffs.

Runner-up: Brett Favre QB Packers


Defensive Player of the year: Bob Sanders S Colts: Sanders is always all over the field and from previous years it has been shown that when he is gone the Colts can't stop the run. No defensive player is as important to his team.

Runner-up:Jared Allen DE Chiefs


Offensive Rookie of the year: Adrian Peterson RB Vikings: Peterson had one of the best seasons for a running back in recent history and considering he was a rookie it was even better. Peterson didn't even have 250 carries but had over 1,340 yards and 13 total touchdowns.

Runner-up:Marshawn Lynch RB Bills


Defensive Rookie of the year: Patrick Willis LB 49ers: Willis was one of the 49ers only bright spots this season and should be a force for the next decade. Willis had 174 tackles beating the closest guy by 30. Yeah he's going to be real good.

Runner-up:Jon Beason LB Panthers

Fbkid's week 17 predictions

It has been a great 2007 regular season as many incredible things have happened. Not to many people thought that a rookie would brake the single game rushing record,a team would still be undefeated and the Bucs are going to the playoffs. Here are my week 17 picks.


Game of the weak: Chiefs vs Jets: This one is a battle for a higher top 5 pick and not much else.

Game of the week: Titans vs Colts: Yes the Patriots are 15-0 but the Titans are fighting to get in the playoffs. If they win against Jim Sorgi and the Colts they are in.

Last week:9-7
Season:160-80

Patriots 31 Giants 20
Seahawks 24 Falcons 13
Saints 20 Bears 23
Bengals 28 Dolphins 20
Lions 17 Packers 24
Jaguars 16 Texans 24
Panthers 10 Bucs 21
Bills 20 Eagles 31
49ers 13 Browns 35
Steelers 24 Ravens 14
Chargers 35 Raiders 7
Cowboys 16 Redskins 28
Rams 20 Cardinals 35
Vikings 20 Broncos 17
Chiefs 13 Jets 16
Titans 28 Colts 14

Fbkid's 2008 NFL Draft Big Board #1

With the NFL season rapidly coming to a close it will be time for the 20 teams that don't make the playoffs to start preparing for the draft. The teams have been preparing and scouting players since the season has started. So here is my first big board which will be updated after the completion of all bowl games.

*= Junior and may not declare


1.Darren McFadden RB Arkansas*: McFadden had another great year in his junior campaign as he has had 20 total touchdowns. It is also impressive that he has put up these great numbers while sharing time with another first round talent Felix Jones. Now as teams are already paying for letting Adrian Peterson fall down to 7 last year don't think McFadden will fall that far.

Player Comparison:Adrian Peterson

2. Glenn Dorsey DT LSU: Dorsey has been a monster this season clogging up holes for the LSU defense. The only problem is he had some nagging injuries during the season. Dorsey could end up being the first overall pick and could develop into a pro bowl talent.

Player Comparison: Tommie Harris

3. Chris Long DE Virginia: Long has emerged out of his fathers shadow and has become an elite prospect. He has 14 sacks on the season but is also very good at playing the run.

Player Comparison: Kyle Vanden Bosh

4. Jake Long T Michigan: Long was one of the only people who played well for Michigan this year as he consistently opened huge holes for Mike Hart. He might have to switch sides in the pros but should be a quality player either way.

Player Comparison: Walter Jones

5. Matt Ryan QB Boston College: Ryan had a great senior season and did very well considering the talent around him. He has great field vision and the physical tools to be a star in the league. Ryan also has great poise when the game is down to the wire sort of like another quarterback that plays in Boston.

Player Comparison: Drew Brees

6. Vernon Gholston DE Ohio State*: Gholston is having a great year and has the prototypical build NFL scouts look for in a defensive end. He is 6'4 and 264 pounds with 4.6 speed. Tell me the Raiders won't be interested? He could also fit well in a 3-4 scheme as a outside linebacker.

Player Comparison: DeMarcus Ware

7. Mike Jenkins CB South Florida: Jenkins could be the best corner in the draft as he has good speed and has the potential to be a pro bowl player. He has some character issues that might drive some teams away. But could have an immediate impact on a team.

Player Comparison: Nate Clements

8. Brian Brohm QB Louisville: Brohm had a dissapointing senior season but scouts are still very high of him. He could end up being a solid player in a few years if he winds up in a good situation.

Player Comparison: Derek Anderson

9. Sedrick Ellis DT USC: Ellis could be a very good player as he has a quick first step and is a great pass rusher along with stopping the run. He is also a hard worker but has some durability issues.

Player Comparison: Pat Williams

10. Keith Rivers LB USC: Rivers has the talent to help a team right away. He has lots of potential and is one of the leaders of the USC defense. Rivers also has great size and speed and could be a pro bowl calibar player.

Player Comparison: Kirk Morrison

11.Kenny Phillips S Miami(FL)*: Phillips has already said he will most likely go pro and he has the talent to do so. Phillips could be the next great safety from the "U" as he is always around the ball with great size.

Player Comparison: Ed Reed

12.James Laurinaitis LB Ohio State*: Laurinaitis could be a very solid pro as he has all of the physical tools to do so. He could end up being a pro bowl caliber player and has great characteristics that can help a team.

Player Comparison: Patrick Willis

13.Andre Woodson QB Kentucky: Woodson has all of the physical tools to be a good quarterback in the pros as he has lots of upside. The only problem is that Brohm and Ryan are safer picks if team are looking for a quarterback.

Player Comparison: Donovan McNabb

14.Malcolm Jenkins CB Ohio State*: Jenkins has the prototypical frame of a cornerback in the NFL. He could come in and start right away and has pro bowl potential.

Player Comparison: Marcus Trufant

15. Ryan Clady T Boise State*: Clady has the size to be a solid starter in the NFL and could wow scouts with his quickness at the combine. It might take him a while to adjust to the NFL coming from an offense like Boise State.

Player Comparison: Chris Samuels

16.Calais Campbell DE Miami(FL)*: Campbell is a freakish athlete as he is 6'8 and runs a 4.8. He could be a dominant player but disappeared from games at times.

Player Comparison: Jason Taylor

17. Felix Jones RB Arkansas*: Jones might be the first back taken if he didn't have to share time with McFadden. He has great speed and is a good receiver out of the backefield.

Player comparison: Brian Westbrook

18. Desean Jackson WR California*: Jackson had a disappointing junior season but it won't hurt his draft stock much. Jackson is a great athlete and is a great kick returner who is a more polished receiver than Ted Ginn Jr who was picked 9th overall last year.

Player comparison: Steve Smith

19. Sam Baker T USC: Baker is a great prospect as he has great size and quick feet. He could be a pro bowl caliber player when he plays. He could be a good value in the middle to late 1st round.

Player Comparison: Matt Light

20. Malcolm Kelly WR Oklahoma: Kelly is a playmaker who can win many jump ball situations. He coule become a good no.1 receiver in the right system.

Player Comparison: Braylon Edwards

21.Dan Connor LB Penn State: Connor is a tackling machine who is a better prospect than Paul Posluzny was coming out last year. He could be a solid starter after a few years.

Player Comparison:AJ Hawk

22.Aqib Talib CB Kansas*: Talib has great size and could be one of the best corners to come out of this draft. He also has great size and could end up being a rare "shutdown corner".

Player Comparison: Charles Woodson

23.Jeff Otah T Pittsburgh: Otah has great size at 6'6 340 and the best part for scouts is that he hasn't reached his full potential. He could end up being a cornerstone player for a franchise for years to come.

Player Comparison: Jason Peters

24.Leodis McKelvin CB Troy: McKelvin has shot up most teams boards after a great senior season and his consistency. He also has solid size and with a solid showing at the combine could move into the mid 1st round.

Player Comparison: Asante Samuel

25. Chris Johnson RB East Carolina: Johnson's draft stock has rapidly improved after a fantastic senior season. His career went out with a bang with over 400 total yards against Boise State in the Hawaii Bowl. Johnson is a solid back who can run over defenders and out run them. Plus he is a good receiver out of the backfield and is a threat as a kick returner as well. With a solid showing at the combine. Don't be surprised if Johnson slips into the first round.

Player Comparison: Maurice Jones-Drew

Fbkid's week 16 predictions

It was an average week last week as I went 10-6 on my picks. I was spot on with my prediction of the Jaguars getting a huge win against the Steelers. My biggest miss was the Seahawks as they lost against the struggling Panthers. The fantasy studs were also good picks as Drew Brees got over 300 yards and 2 touchdowns and Ernest Graham had over 120 all purpose yards and a touchdown. Here are my week 16 picks.

Game of the weak: Falcons vs Cardinals: Any game which involves the Falcons is set to be a bad one. Well at least Larry Fitzgerald and Kurt Warner will help your fantasy teams in the playoffs this week.

Game of the week: Browns vs Bengals: Last time these teams played they combined for over 100 points. Now the Browns are playing to get in the playoffs.


Last week:10-6
Season:151-73

Steelers 24 Rams 16
Cowboys 27 Panthers 20
Browns 31 Bengals 26
Chiefs 14 Lions 24
Texans 24 Colts 20
Packers 31 Bears 16
Giants 17 Bills 21
Raiders 13 Jaguars 27
Eagles 20 Saints 24
Bucs 24 49ers 13
Falcons 14 Cardinals 31
Dolphins 14 Patriots 35
Ravens 16 Seahawks 27
Jets 13 Titans 20
Redskins 17 Vikings 24
Broncos 20 Chargers 35

Fantasy studs:
QB: Matt Hasselbeck vs Ravens: The Ravens have had a hard time covering anyone now and Hasselbeck is looking to rebound after a poor performance. Expect around 240 yards and 3 touchdowns.

RB: Fred Taylor vs Raiders: Taylor has been on a roll lately but after getting snubbed for the pro bowl (yet again) look for him to run with a big chip on his shoulder. Expect around 140 total yards and a touchdown.

WR: Braylon Edwards vs Bengals: Edwards has been having a huge season and look for it to go out with a bang against a poor Bengals pass defense. Expect around 130 yards and a touchdown.

TE: Heath Miller vs Rams: The Rams have had a hard time stopping the pass and Miller has been having a career season. Expect around 60 yards and a touchdown.

K: Kris Brown vs Colts: Brown has had a solid season and in a big game against the Colts look for that to continue. Expect around 2 extra points and 3 field goals.

Def: Lions vs Chiefs: The Lions have really struggled of late but could be a good plug and play matchup against a struggling Chiefs offense. Expect around 4 sacks and 3 interceptions.

Fbkid's week 15 predictions

It was another huge week as I went 13-3. I was right on with the Redskins getting a big win at home against the Bears to keep them in playoff contention. The fantasy stud selections of Ryan Grant and the Seahawks defense were also spot on. Grant had 150 yards rushing and a touchdown while the Seahawks had 5 picks and a defensive touchdown. Here are my week 15 picks.

Game of the weak: Ravens vs Dolphins: If you are a fan of offense, this game isn't for you.

Game of the week: Bills vs Browns: Who would have thought in the preseason that this would end up being a huge game? The winner is most likely the 2nd wild card in the AFC.

Last week:13-3
Season:141-67

Broncos 24 Texans 17
Bengals 31 49ers 16
Jets 13 Patriots 42
Ravens 17 Dolphins 7
Bills 21 Browns 27
Titans 20 Chiefs 13
Falcons 14 Bucs 24
Packers 35 Rams 17
Jaguars 23 Steelers 20
Cardinals 20 Saints 31
Seahawks 35 Panthers 13
Colts 31 Raiders 16
Lions 20 Chargers 35
Eagles 14 Cowboys 38
Redskins 16 Giants 21
Bears 10 Vikings 27

Fantasy studs:
QB: Drew Brees vs Cardinals: Now that Reggie Bush is done for the season it seems like the Saints are focusing on what they do best. Passing the ball. Expect a big day out of Brees with 320 yards and 3 touchdowns.

RB: Ernest Graham vs Falcons: Graham has done a good job so far filling in for Cadillac Williams this season. Expect more good numbers against a poor Falcons rush defense with 150 total yards and a touchdown.

WR: Greg Jennings vs Rams: Jennings has been a touchdown machine this year and that trend should continue against the injured Rams secondary. Expect around 130 yards and a touchdown.

TE: Jeremy Shockey vs Redskins: Shockey hasn't been as involved in the Giants offense as his owners would have liked. They will be rewarded for the wait against the 27th rated Redskins pass defense. Expect around 80 yards and a touchdown.

K: Nate Kaeding vs Lions: The Chargers should put up lots of points against the Lions so it could be a huge week for Kaeding. Expect around 4 extra points and 3 field goals.

Def: Colts vs Raiders: The Colts defense has really stepped up this year and against a bad Raiders offense they should keep it up. Expect around 5 sacks and 3 interceptions.

Fbkid's week 14 predictions part 2

I'm on pace for another big week as I was spot on with my prediction of the Redskins winning. The fantasy studs were posted the other day so here are the rest of my week 14 predictions.

Game of the weak: Saints vs Falcons: Boy ESPN got some bad breaks with the monday night games haven't they?

Game of the week: Steelers vs Patriots: This game should go down to the wire and if the Patriots win,it's smooth sailing the rest of the way.

Last week:9-7
Season:128-64

Rams 17 Bengals 35
Cowboys 42 Lions 24
Raiders 16 Packers 31
Dolphins 13 Bills 20
Bucs 24 Texans 20
Chargers 21 Titans 24
Panthers 14 Jaguars 27
Giants 17 Eagles 21
Cardinals 16 Seahawks 28
Vikings 31 49ers 13
Steelers 21 Patriots 27
Browns 35 Jets 20
Chiefs 14 Broncos 21
Colts 35 Ravens 24
Saints 26 Falcons 17

Fbkid's week 14 predictions part 1

Last week was an average week of 9-7. My hit was the Giants going into Chicago and getting a big win against the Bears. My pick of the Broncos beating the Raiders was way off as the Raiders dominated on both sides of the ball. Due to the game tomorrow I will only be giving my preview of the Bears Redskins game and my fantasy studs.

Bears:The main reason the Bears went from a preseason Super Bowl pick to the cellar of the NFC North is because of poor quarterback play. On the season Rex Grossman and Brian Griese have combined for 13 touchdowns and 17 interceptions. That won't win too many games in the NFL. Adrian Peterson has played well replacing Cedric Benson so far. Peterson has 250 yards rushing and 2 touchdowns along with 40 receptions. Bernard Berrian is also having a solid season as he has 800 yards and 3 touchdowns. The Bears need to get Mushin Muhammed more involved in the offense as he only has 500 yards and 3 touchdowns. Greg Olsen and Desmond Clark are both playing well at tight end as they combine for 800 yards and 5 touchdowns. Devin Hester is the Bears most consistent form of offense as he has 5 return touchdowns. Unless the Bears put Hester at receiver more the offense will be missing lots of explosiveness. On defense the Bears are led by Brian Urlacher who has having a good all around season with 96 tackles 3 sacks and 2 interceptions. Lance Briggs is also playing well as he has 83 tackles. Adewale Ogunleye is having a very good season as he leads the team with 9 sacks. Mark Anderson has been a bit of a disappointment as he only has 5 sacks after getting 12 in his rookie year. Nathan Vasher has also been bothered with injuries this season and look for the Bears defense to get stronger when he gets back to full speed.

Redskins: The Redskins are going through a very tough time as they are playing their second game in 10 days. This one coming 3 days after they attend the funeral of their teammate Sean Taylor. Last week the Redskins lost in a heartbreaker on a last second field goal made easier by a costly mistake by hall of fame coach Joe Gibbs. Jason Campbell is playing solid but not spectacular football on the season as he has 2600 yards 12 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Clinton Portis is having another good season as he has 920 yards and 7 touchdowns. Chris Cooley is standing out as Campbell's favorite target as he has 584 yards and 7 touchdowns on the season. Santana Moss has been bothered by injuries and it shows as he only has one touchdown on the year. Antwaan Randle El is playing well also as he has 600 yards on the season. The defense is led by London Fletcher as he has 100 tackles and 3 interceptions on the season. Andre Carter is putting pressure on the quarterback as he leads the team with 8 sacks. The Redskins problem is the turnover ratio as it is -9 for the season. But one half against Rex Grossman could change that.

This game is a must win for both teams if they want to stay alive for wild card contention. The game should be very emotional and go down to the wire. My predicton is the Bears 17 Redskins 21.

Fantasy Studs:
QB: Carson Palmer vs Rams: When Chris Redman throws for 200 yards and 2 touchdowns in a half against you something is wrong. Now it's Palmer's turn. Expect around 300 yards and 3 touchdowns.

RB: Ryan Grant vs Raiders: The Raiders have had a problem stopping the run all year and with Brett Favre being injured the Packers might rely on Grant to carry the load. Expect around 140 total yards and 1 touchdown.

WR: Patrick Crayton vs Lions: The Lions have really struggled recently and especially in pass coverage. I would have picked Terrell Owens this week but T.O. in this case stands for Too Obvious. Expect Crayton to have around 90 yards and a touchdown.

TE: Kellen Winslow vs Jets: This is a dream matchup for Winslow as nobody on the Jets defense can keep up with him. Expect a huge game this week that includes 120 yards and a touchdown.

K: Ryan Lindell vs Dolphins: This game could end up being a battle between the 20's which makes a big day for most kickers. Expect Lindell to get around 3 field goals and a couple extra points.

Def: Seahawks vs Cardinals: The Seahawks biggest question going into this week was probably how to stop the Cardinals all pro receivers. Well they don't have to worry about that as both Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald will miss this week. Expect around 4 sacks and 2 interceptions.

Fbkid's week 13 predictions part 2

I'm on pace for a big week as I am 1-0 after the Cowboys Packers game. The fantasy studs were posted a few days ago so this post should be shorter than usual. Here are the rest of my week 13 picks.

Game of the weak: Jets vs Dolphins: Did I have a choice?

Game of the week: Jaguars vs Colts: When these two teams matchup it is always exciting. This one should be no different. Expect a very tough game that goes down to the wire.

Last week:11-5
Season:120-57

49ers 16 Panthers 21
Bills 13 Redskins 24
Texans 21 Titans 24
Falcons 14 Rams 20
Seahawks 23 Eagles 26
Lions 28 Vikings 35
Jaguars 20 Colts 17
Chargers 27 Chiefs 17
Jets 13 Dolphins 16
Broncos 28 Raiders 16
Browns 35 Cardinals 24
Bucs 17 Saints 30
Giants 24 Bears 20
Bengals 21 Steelers 35
Patriots 42 Ravens 16