What else is there to say about Calvin Johnson? You can't stop him, you can only wish to touch him! Taking a WR at the 5th sport would normally be frowned upon but because of Johnson's ability, it is a good pick. He has been the bright spot on a bad team.  The Lions are on the rise and in 2011, the had their 1st playoff appearance in a long time. My only concern is the Lions are too comfortable with relying on Johnson, they aren't getting him any help. Nate Burleson is a decent WR but only as a WR4.

Year    Team  G    Rec   Yards  Avg   TD 
2011       DET       16    96        1681      17.5     16

You heard it here first, this could be MJD's year. Not because MJD has proven to be a beast every year but JAX has made some really good offseason moves. The jury is still out on Gabbert as QB1 but adding Chad Henne is great insurance. JAX drafted Justin Blackmon and added Laurent Robinson. They also picked up Lee Evans. This will make defenses respect other players on offense. My only issue is that MJD is skipping the OTA's due to his current contract situation. Hopefully it can get worked out.

Year   Team   G    Yards    Avg    TD  
2011     JAX       16        1606       4.7        8  

It was a rough 2011 for Chris Johnson so it doesn't surprise me that the once #1 overall pick has dropped to #7. If he can get it together, this would be a steal. Johnson said he will be working hard this offseason in order to play better. He said his contract situation, the lack of an offseason and working with new coaches were factors in his decreased production last season. 
Year     Team   G    Yards    Avg    TD 2011         TEN      16      1047       4.0        4

 

Coming in at #8 is Brees. In a normal NFL year, I would say this is the right spot for Brees. But this is not a normal year for the Saints. They are without their head coach who is their offensive playcaller. Not to mention, Brees isn't happen with his contract situation. There is speculation that Brees will be a hold out. Although it's only 1 spot, I would rather take Brady before Brees. 
YR     Team  GP  Att  Comp   Comp%  Yds   TD  INT  Rtg
2011    NOS       16    657   468         71%             5476  46    14       110.0

HOU - WR Andre Johnson sitting out OTAs

Source: Houston Chronicle - John McClain

Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson (knee) is not participating in the organized team activities Monday, May 21, because he recently underwent arthroscopic knee surgery.

"Nothing to panic about," Johnson said. "I had it two weeks ago. It was from a play that happened in the game against Jacksonville (in November).

"I hyperextended my (left) knee. It (was swollen). Got the swelling to calm down. I came back during offseason workouts, it (became swollen) again. We felt like the best thing to do was get it scoped, get it fixed."

Johnson said missing the teams' organized training activities is no big deal.

"I'm two weeks out from having a knee scope," Johnson said. "I wasn't in any pain before I had it. It just kept holding fluid on it. I'm not in any pain now. My knee feels better, the swelling has pretty much gone down. Just keep doing rehab and (I'll) be ready for training camp.

DEN - QB Peyton Manning shows velocity on throws

Source: The Associated Press

Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning's throws had some zip on them during organized team activities Monday, May 21. Manning ran the offensive practice, lining up receivers, running backs and even fellow quarterbacks during the Broncos' workout.

KC - RB Jamaal Charles injury update

Source: SI.com - Don Banks

Kansas City Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles (knee) is reportedly '80 percent' of the way recovered from tearing the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in Week 2 last season.

DET - Mikel LeShoure taking part in OTAs - Suspension worry?

Source: NFL.com

Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (Achilles') is taking part in organized team activities Monday, May 21.

DET - RB Jahvid Best taking part in OTAs

Source: NFL.com

Detroit Lions RB Jahvid Best (concussion) was on the field for organized team activities Monday, May 21, although he isn't cleared for full contact just yet.

DEN - Manning showing immediate leadership

Source: Cecil Lammey - ESPN Denver, Footballguys.com

Cecil Lammey, NFL Insider for 102.3 ESPN Denver and senior writer for Footballguys.com, reports Broncos new QB Peyton Manningshowed immediate command of the huddle in OTAs.

MIA - Owner thinks QB Matt Moore will start opener

Source: NFL.com - Jeff Darlington

Miami Dolphins owner Stephen Ross said he thinks QB Matt Moore will be the starting quarterback Week 1 but he is just guessing and that nothing has been decided.

BAL - Progress made in RB Ray Rice contract talks

Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jeff Zrebiec

Baltimore Ravens franchise free-agent RB Ray Rice has not yet signed his tender and is not expected to be present for the start of the organized team activities Tuesday, May 22; however, there has been progress in talks. While no deal is imminent and there remains plenty of work to do, there has been some progress in recent weeks between Rice’s agent, Todd France, and the team, according to sources familiar with the talks.

KC - McCluster works exclusively with WRs

Source: Adam Teicher - Kansas City Star

Adam Teicher, from the Kansas City Star, reports Chiefs RB/WR Dexter McCluster worked exclusively with the WRs in OTAs.

WAS - WR Moss looks quicker

Source: John Keim - Washington Examiner

John Keim, from the Washington Examiner, reports Redskins veteran WR Santana Moss looked quicker at OTAs. According to Keim Moss appeared to be running faster than a year ago.

HOU - Lestar Jean work with starters

Source: HoustonTexans.com - Nick Scurfield

Houston Texans WR Lestar Jean worked with the first-team offense during the organized team activities Monday, May 21, in place of injured WR Andre Johnson (knee).

DEN - Osweiler improves footwork

Source: Cecil Lammey - ESPN Denver, Footballguys.com

Cecil Lammey, NFL Insider for 102.3 ESPN Denver and senior writer for Footballguys.com, reports Broncos rookie QB Brock Osweiler showed improved footwork during OTAs today.

WAS - Paul working at TE in OTAs

Source: John Keim - Washington Examiner

John Keim, from the Washington Examiner, reports converted WR Niles Paul is still working at TE in OTAs.

WAS - RB Tim Hightower misses OTA

Source: Redskins.com - Brian Tinsman

Washington Redskins RB Tim Hightower (knee) did not participate in the organized team activities Monday, May 21, but did work with trainers on the sidelines.

CIN - Is Andy Dalton a franchise QB?

Source: ProFootballTalk.com

There are people within the Cincinnati Bengals organization that have doubts as to what QB Andy Dalton's true upside is. Dalton has arm strength limitations, and there are certain things the coaching staff is not comfortable doing with him.

OAK - Denarius Moore expects to receive extra attention

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Paul Gutierrez

Oakland Raiders WR Denarius Moore said he understand he will receive extra attention from opposing defenses in 2012 after a strong rookie campaign. 'I still don’t look at it any different,' Moore said. 'I just come out and do the job I’m supposed to do, understand what the coaches want and get my timing down with the quarterback and understand that we have a connection.'

MIA - Clyde Gates lost in the shuffle?

Source: Palm Beach Post - Brian Biggane

Miami Dolphins general manager Jeff Ireland spoke of the receiving corps recently, and made mention of WR Clyde Gates after five others. He said Gates 'still has to develop.' Ireland is hopeful this is the year Gates, and other young receivers, take that next step.

DEN - CB Porter making plays first day of OTAs

Source: Cecil Lammey - ESPN Denver, Footballguys.com

Cecil Lammey, NFL Insider for 102.3 ESPN Denver and senior writer for Footballguys.com, reports Broncos CB Tracy Porter made several plays on the first day of OTAs.

Part of fantasy football is having a team name. Some of us take pride in creating a good one. I use Buckwheats Barber because I'm a Buckwheat fan and for those of us that have seen Buckwheat, he had an out of control afro. Therefore, he didn't have a barber. 

Over the years I have seen some creative team names. The following are some of my favorites:

Legadu my Eggo
Romosexual Tendacies
Multiple Scorgasms
Wii Not Fit
Earnest Graham Goes to Camp
Snakes on Reggie Wayne
Corky Thatchers Touchdown Syndrome
Bi-Curious George
Kibbles and Vicks
Dante Stallworth Driving Academy
2 Mannings 1 Cup

JAX - RB Maurice Jones-Drew missing valuable time

Source: The Florida Times-Union - Tania Ganguli

Jacksonville Jaguars offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski said RB Maurice Jones-Drew is not doing himself any favors by skipping organized team activities, especially with a new offense in place. 'It’s not helping him by not being here, he’ll have a lot of learning to catch up on,' Bratkowski said. 'But yet, he’s a gifted and talented player and I’m sure he can get caught up. It’s certainly not helping him. Whether it’s hurting him or not, that remains to be seen.'

NO - QB Drew Brees deal must be right for everyone

Source: ESPN.com

New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis said he isn't taking any of franchise free-agent QB Drew Brees' recent complaints about the slow pace of contract negotiations personally; however, Loomis added a new deal must benefit both sides. 'I feel for him. I feel with him. He wants to be here right now. I want him to be here right now and we'll work hard to get that accomplished,' Loomis said. 'It's important to Drew, but it's important to our team. The magnitude of this contract is going to impact our team for a long period of time, so we've got to get it right. It's got to be right for Drew, but it's got to be right for our team as well.'

NE - WR Wes Welker clarifies comments

Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss

New England Patriots WR Wes Welker said it was a bad choice of words to say negotiations had gotten worse, as well as tweeting he was taking a leap of faith.

SD - Edwin Baker expected to see time on third down

Source: ProFootballWeekly.com - Eli Kaberon

San Diego Chargers RB Edwin Baker is expected to see some playing time as a third-down back this season.

SD - Likely will sign veteran RB

Source: ProFootballWeekly.com - Eli Kaberon

The San Diego Chargers likely will sign a veteran free-agent running back this offseason to add depth at the position but are willing to wait until players are willing to accept the veteran minimum.

CHI - WR Brandon Marshall has high hopes for team

Source: ESPN.com - Kevin Seifert

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said he believes the team can make it to the Super Bowl this season and win the championship.

SEA - Russell Wilson was not on some draft boards

Source: The Sports Xchange - Len Pasquarelli

Seattle Seahawks QB Russell Wilson was not on some teams’ draft board because he measured only 5-foot-10 5/8 at the NFL Scouting Combine.

NE - Unlikely to sign TE Dallas Clark

Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss

The New England Patriots likely will not sign free-agent TE Dallas Clark (Colts) after meeting with him earlier this week.

CLE - WR Little to have Pro Bowl year?

Source: Mary Kay Caboy - Cleveland Plain Dealer

Mary Kay Cabot, from the Cleveland Plain Dealer, believes second-year WR Greg Little has the chance to become a Pro Bowler in 2012 if rookie QB Brandon Weeden wins the starting job. Little had 61 receptions for 709 yards last year as a rookie.

TEN - WR Washington expects "explosive offense"

Source: John Glennon - The Tennessean

John Glennon, from the Tennessean, reports Titans WR Nate Washington envisions a "pretty explosive offense" in 2012. "We’re excited," Washington said. "Coach Palmer has been in the lab all offseason. He’s been licking his chops to get back to us so you can tell on his face that he has some different things up his sleeve."

SD - FB McClain gives the team options

Source: Bill Williamson - ESPN.com

Bill Williamson, from ESPN.com, reports San Diego Chargers FB Le'Ron McClain gives the team options because of his versatility. Chargers head coach Norv Turner recently said in a radio interview "He’s a good runner, he’s got good catching skills and I think he’ll be a big addition."

SF - Jim Harbaugh says WR Michael Crabtree has best hands

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Matt Maiocco

San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said during a radio interview that WR Michael Crabtree has the best hands he has ever seen. 'Crab's got the best hands I've ever seen on a wide receiver,' Harbaugh said.

NYJ - Have not been approached for HBO series

Source: NFL.com

New York Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum said the team has not been approached by HBO to take part in the 'Hard Knocks' reality series. 'It has not been offered to us, so right now we're on the sidelines, and we don't know who's going to be asked at the end of the day,' Tannenbaum said. 'But what I can say ... is NFL Films, HBO Sports - they all did a great job. It was a great experience for us, it was good for our organization. I think those organizations are real pros and it was a good experience for us.

- WR Terrell Owens wants to play in Bay Area

Source: NFL.com

Free-agent WR Terrell Owens (Bengals) said during a radio interview that he wants to play for the San Francisco 49ers or Oakland Raiders. The Raiders in particular, according to Owens, would be a good fit. 'There's really only one team left in the Bay Area who I haven't played for that really at this point in time is a viable option and that's the Oakland Raiders,' Owens said. 'Given the opportunity if that's on their radar for me to come in and help them win some ball games and ultimately help them try to win a championship then I'll take that challenge on. I definitely feel I have a lot of football left in me. I think Carson knows that.'

CLE - Billy Winn could take place of Phil Taylor

Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley

Cleveland Browns DT Billy Winn could start at defensive tackle this season while DT Phil Taylor (pectoral) is out of the lineup.

To be honest, Tom Brady at 9 is a surprise to me. In my opinion, there are 3 RB's I would take within the 1st 3 picks. After that, I would go with one of the top 2 QB's. Brady has done it year after year. With the addition of Brandon Lloyd, that will only give the Patriots an offensive boost. I envision alot of receiver sets with Hernandez, Ocho, Gronkowski, Lloyd, and Welker. Somebody will be open! This would be the year I take Brady very early!

YR     Team  GP  Att  Comp   Comp%  Yds      Y/A  TD  INT  Rtg
2011    NE          16   611    401          65.6           5,235      8.6      39    12      105.6

This pick is a head scratch to me. Ryan Matthews is a very talented RB but he hasn't shown me enough to consider him a 10th overall pick, let alone a 1st round pick. Matthews benefits from a pass happy offense that sees at least 3 WR's each play and a top tier QB. Picking Matthews this early will be a risk this year as the Chargers let Tolbert go in free agency. Matthews will be asked to carry the load this year and he has durability issues. Be careful!

Year     Team   G    Yards    Avg    TD
2011         SD           14    1091        4.9         6

There has been a trend over the last few years of drafting the top 2 WR's in the 1st round. 5 years ago, this would have never happened. Because Andre Johnson is such a beast, it is hard to pass on him in the late 1st round.  I like Johnson to go within the 10-12 pick because whoever drafts him won't have to wait that long for their next pick. Owners will be skeptical this year because Johnson was injured last season but was able to return in week 13. When Johnson returned, Matt Schaub was out for the season.  

Year     Team    G    Rec   Yards  Avg  TD 
2011      HOU           7      33        492       13.7    2