Survivor I - Kyle Boller Commentary

NOTE: this draft was completed on 7/24

Recent Stats

YR	CMP	ATT	PYD	PTD	INT	RSH	RSHYD	RSHTD	FPT	RANK
2003	116	224	1260	7	9	30	62	0	88.2	35
2004	258	464	2559	13	11	53	189	1	193.8	25

Positives - Boller has much better receiving options this year with the acquisition of Derrick Mason and rookie Mark Clayton. Heap looks to be returning from injury as well. New offensive coordinator Jim Fassel is hoping to open up the offense which should bring more opportunity for the young Boller to succeed. His numbers improved in the 2nd half of 2004, and with a better cast of receivers this year, he has nowhere to go but up.

Negatives - Boller’s play can be quite erratic at times. With a healthy Jamal Lewis on the team, the main focus of the offense will still be run first with some passing sprinkled in for good measure. At this point, Boller’s numbers only make him worthy of QB3 in most leagues.

Draft Strategy - Entering the draft, I targeted Boller as my QB3. His schedule this season looks good and he finally has a top flight WR in Derrick Mason, plus Todd Heap is (hopefully) back from injury. With Vick, Brees and Boller to choose from each week for the top score, I feel my QBs are the strength of my team right now.