3 players I want some insight on

[skinsfan21]

I was unable to attend my draft and, unfortunately, was auto drafted. I am not too disappointed though. Heres how it turned out:

Peyton Manning
Reggie Bush
LT
TO
Desean Jackson
Jerricho Cotchery
Jeremy Shockey
Nate Kaeding
Cowboys D

Brett Favre
Chris Henry
LeSean MCcoy
Vernon Davis
Lendel White


I wanted to know what you guys thought of Reggie Bush this year. I know he has been pretty much a bust, but he is in a contract year and the Saints tend to score at will. His 2009 projections on cbs sportsline are pretty terrible (496 yds and 4TDS). Also, Lendale White. Thoughts on this guy? He had 15 TDS last season and this year they project only 10! A down year for one of the premiere goal line backs in the NFL? I would also like to know your thoughts on whether I should start Vernon Davis or Jeremy Shockey and any other general thoughts would definitely be appreciated. Thanks.


PS: Out of curiosity how do you guys think Steve Smith (NY GIANTS) will do this year. He is available in both of my leagues and I am tempted to pick him up. Thats all. Thanks guys.

 

[HAT]

Decent team for an auto draft. I would try to trade either Bush or White to whoever owns Pierre Thomas or Chris Johnson, respectively.

You need a more consistent starter to go along with LT. If PT & CJ's owners have any depth at RB, you may be able to steal some value if they are looking for a handcuff.

I would definitely take my chances with Shockey over VD until we see how much SF has improved on offense if at all.

 

[JakeT.]

Smith deserves on your team. The Giants have a great running game and it opens up the passing stuff. He'll probably be the #1 or #2 option on a team that should score nicely.

Bush is caught in a 3-way race for carries so it's hard to say where he fits in. Thomas in injured and might miss some games so that helps. He'll exceed those predictions but I still think his perceived value is way higher than his actual value.

Lendale should do just fine. Maybe no 15 touchdowns but he should be okay. The Titans still can't pass well but they run block excellently. Tubby Lendale will still find the endzone. I'll say 12-13 touchdowns.

 

[JakeT.]

Oh yeah, Shockey over Davis. Shockey is on a passing team and has proven he can make big plays. Davis is on a running team and still has work to do.

 

[JakeT.]

PS, maybe Smith doesn't deserve to be on your team. I like Henry's upside. Sorry I overlooked that. Smith should be the most consistent Giants' WR but Hixon and Nicks have much better big play potential. Smith is a guy who will catch a bunch of 10-yard crossing patterns but not very many 40 yard touchdowns.

 

[FairWarning]

Shockey over V Davis. Agree with Jake on the value of Henry over S Smith. SS is more a possession receiver.

If you are getting points for receptions, Bush will be huge for you.

 

[Heartman]

Definitely play Shockey week one against the Lions.