Sunday, August 30, 2009

2009 Draft Review: Tackle Me Elmo



Tackle Me Elmo gave everyone the first mild surprise of the draft, selecting MoJo over the Falcons' workhorse back Michael Turner, who most had projected at no. 2. The bowling ball from Jacksonville will be carrying the load for the 1st time in his career without Fred Taylor (and his groin) - and his ability to maintain his effectiveness and stay injury-free will be the key to Tackle Me Elmo's season.
Roy Williams is a high risk/reward selection. Although I'm not entirely sold on the Cowboys' offense this season, Jay apparently is, nabbing both Williams and Barber. But TME's biggest worry is the lack of RB depth behind MoJo, as both Barber and Thomas Jones are rumored to have lightened loads this season.
Key Player: Maurice Jones-Drew
Predicted Record: 5 to 7 wins
Potential Keeper: Darren Sproles (round 8)

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