Survivor I - Santana Moss Commentary

NOTE: this draft was completed on 7/24

Recent Stats

YR	RSH	RSHYD	RSHTD	REC	RECYD	RECTD	FPT	RANK
2002	6	40	0	30	433	4	71.3	62
2003	10	67	0	74	1105	10	177.2	8
2004	6	18	0	45	838	5	115.6	33

Positives - Great speed makes him a big play threat any time he catches the ball. Not afraid to go across the middle. Showed his potential 2 years ago finishing as the number 8 fantasy wide receiver. Highly limited last year by Paul Hackett’s ultra conservative Jets offense.

Negatives - While the Jets were conservative the Redskins were just inept on offense. Should starter Patrick Ramsey falter and be replaced by Mark Brunell, Moss’ downfield ability is lessened by Brunell’s weak arm. WR David Patten as the other starter won’t scare any defenses. Moss’ best year came as the #2 WR alongside Laveranues Coles. Without Coles last year, Moss’ catches dropped by 29 and his touchdowns were cut in half. Were last year’s numbers more indicative of the Jets offense or Moss’ ability as a team’s #1 receiver?

Draft Strategy - I was really hoping Hasselbeck would make it to me here but for the 3rd time my nemesis BassNBrew got my guy. Man, he is really starting to tick me off. I then turned my attention to best available wide receiver that I hope will help at my flex position. While the Redskins have their problems on offense I think Ramsey’s stronger arm will allow them to attack more. Getting a #1 wide receiver at the end of round 8 presents very good value.