Survivor I - Steven Jackson Commentary

NOTE: this draft was completed on 7/24

Recent Stats

YR	RSH	RSHYD	RSHTD	REC	RECYD	RECTD	FPT	RANK
2004	134	673	4	19	189	0	110.2	33

Positives - 5.0 ypc in a backup role as a rookie last year, Jackson has been named the starter. His size and speed should help grind out those tough yards. Supported by a passing game and an improved o-line, he'll have his opportunities.

Negatives - Although Jackson has been named the starter, Faulk will still be in the mix and taking away carries. The goal-line situation has yet to be resolved, so hopefully Faulk won't be assigned the 'vulture' role.

Draft Strategy - After passing on an RB in round 1, I couldn't afford to not take one this time around. Jackson has the skills to fill Faulk's shoes, and I'm willing to take a flyer on him here. One of the draft chat comments that followed this pick alluded to Jackson being an "RB on a passing team". Well, that never stopped Faulk from being at the top of draft lists over the years.