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Team everyone is sick of hearing about. If not, give it some time. You already have the circus around The Artist Formerly Known as Pac-Man and constant updates on Tony Romo's social life ... mix in the storylines involving my personal least favorite player in the NFL (he wears #81), speculation about the head coaching situation, and anything involving Jerry Jones; and it's a cornucopia of maddening media attention.
The Breakout
Actually, most of the guys on this team are properly rated, but since I have to pick one I'm going with Patrick Crayton. He has been steadily improving since his rookie season in Dallas each year, and exploded once last year (7-184-2 in week 4). With Terry Glenn back in the fold some fantasy owners may downgrade Crayton's value. The thing is, he's still gonna be their second outside option. I like him to be a top-40 wideout for '08. He quietly set career highs in everything last year (50 catches, 697 yards, seven TDs) and will far exceed those.
The Bust
It may just be because I despise everything about him, but I can't move past this category without listing Terrell Owens. The Cowboys were bounced from the playoffs in round 1 last year, so my prediction is that once any sign of adversity hits this squad, T.O.'s attitude goes predictably south. And they'll have adversity. He's ranked as the #2 overall wideout on nearly every draft ranking system. No way in hell do I want him on my team before Reggie Wayne, Braylon Edwards, or Andre Johnson. Draft him at your own peril.
The Depth Chart
QB1 - Tony Romo
QB2 - Brad Johnson
RB1 - Marion Barber
RB2 - Felix Jones
WR1 - T.O.
WR2 - Patrick Crayton
WR3 - Terry Glenn
WR4 - Sam Hurd
TE1 - Jason Witten
K - Nick Folk
The D/ST
The 'Boys D/ST ranked ninth in points last year (again, I'm using my league ... it has a fairly standard scoring system but D/ST points vary greatly from league to league) on the strength of 46 sacks (third in the NFL) and 19 picks (tied for sixth). The group adds the aforementioned Adam Jones along with the smartest player in the league. Hopefully that curbs some of the idiocy emanating from #81's locker. Seriously, though, the two additions are big names but don't do a ton to bolster the fantasy value of the unit as a whole. Zach Thomas is getting up there in years and is more of an anchor than playmaker, while Jones is such a wild card you can't count on a boost at this point. I do expect the DeMarcus Ware-led pass rush to remain stellar and the ballhawking on the outside by Terence Newman and Anthony Henry to continue as well. Depending on your league size and scoring setup, the 'Boys should fall between 10-15 in the D/ST ranks.
The Skinny
Romo, Witten, and Folk are elite performers at their position, while Barber is a first-rounder. If you want an idea of what to expect from the rook in the backfield (Felix Jones), look no further than Julius Jones' numbers from last year. Glenn, Crayton, and the D/ST are also usable more often than not. While they aren't the Colts, this is one loaded fantasy team.
Finally, remember the term "bust" is relative to draft position. T.O. can help your team. I'm simply calling him a bust because I don't believe he'll be a top-two WR this year, and that's where he'll be picked in 99 percent of the drafts out there. Bust does not equal suck.
Comments (Page 1 of 1)
WHAT A HATER!! "I'm simply calling him a bust because I don't believe he'll be a top-two WR this year"?? Are you serious? have you seen his carrer numbers not to mention his last two years were he lead the NFL in touchdowns."No way in hell do I want him on my team before Reggie Wayne, Braylon Edwards, or Andre Johnson"? T.O. has better numbers than these guys.and he's consistant.this guy probobly doesn't want anyone in his leage to pick his so he can.
I know he is an UFA but do not forget about WR Danny Amendola, From what I read, the coaches love him so far, and so does J.Jones.... will work perfect in the slot, and while Witten will most likley remain Romo's favorite target, some of those passes could start creeping Amendola's way... deep deep sleeper for ppr leagues I think
Cowboys are over-rated by whom? If the media would spend less time on Tony's dates (unless one is married..they all date..well maybe they all date anyway), and MORE time on his achievements, leadership and talent, less time on TO's antics, and MORE time on his achievements,TD's and talent. ...perhaps one would see the REAL Cowboy team. As for me , I will wait till season-end to
"guarantee" an over-rated team. GO 'BOYS!!!!
Matt Snyder must be an idiot....... Terry Glenn is gone, smart guy. This is proof you can never believe what you read.
Check the date. I wrote this July 7th.