Survivor I - Drew Bennett Commentary

NOTE: this draft was completed on 7/24

Recent Stats

YR	RSH	RSHYD	RSHTD	REC	RECYD	RECTD	FPT	RANK
2002	0	0	0	33	478	2	59.8	74
2003	0	0	0	32	504	4	75.1	57
2004	1	12	0	80	1247	11	197.2	6

Positives - While not a backup last year, Bennett also moves into the spotlight this year. As WR2 behind Mason last year, he pulled down 80 catches for 1247yds and 11 TDs. With Mason and his 96 catches gone, Bennett becomes the go-to guy. Henry joins Brown in the backfield, which should provide enough punch to keep the passing lanes open.

Negatives - Most of his numbers came with Volek under center. That shouldn't be as much of a factor this year with Mason gone, but it does leave a question of chemistry with McNair. Also adding to the chemistry question is Henry and Brown working the RBBC. Calico is coming back from injury, as well as legal troubles, and may not have enough presence to prevent the defense from cheating towards Bennett.

Draft Strategy - The time came to start picking my WRs, and Bennett was sitting there at the top of my draft list. While I don't expect him to rack up 28/517/8 every three games (like he did in a span last year), I feel he'll put up reasonable and consistent numbers.