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Friday, November 16, 2007

Crazy Season

I thought this season was pretty nuts, but that doesn't compare to the illogical happenings of last week. For example:

Mnnesota came into last week with the best defense against the run in the NFL. So, of course, little-known Ryan Grant goes over the century mark in Green Bay's victory.
The Redskins have a great defense against the pass. Donovan McNabb had been playing like crap. So, of course, McNabb throws for four touchdowns in the Eagles' victory.
Vince Young, who had apparently forgotten he was a quarterback the last few weeks, finally remembered against the stingy Jaguars, throwing 41 times for 250 yards and a score. He did throw for two picks, but still.

And, last but not least, how about Peyton Manning getting picked off a whopping six times against the Chargers on Sunday night. Six times!!! And, the sad part is, he still finished on the plus side of points because of his yardage and his touchdowns. Amazing, simply amazing.

It's stats like this that makes us fantasy columnists just scratch our heads. I probably told everyone to sit both McNabb and Grant, and yet they go off even when the matchup isn't in their favor. That just goes to show you that statistics don't say everything.

Oh yeah, it seems Ricky Williams was reinstated by the NFL and the hapless Dolphins, because they have nothing else to play for, decided to bring him back. Remember that the Dolphins have nothing else. Plus, they're playing their rookie quarterback, John Beck. You know, the one they liked better than Brady Quinn so they took Ted Ginn instead.

If you claim him, keep him rooted to your bench until he can prove he's back in game shape and has a good game or two.

Go Buckeyes!

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