As the Snake Turns, Part 2
July 13, 2007 by Extra P.
OK, today’s post will be a bit shorter than yesterdays. I am a busy fella today. I am also at a loss for words because I am going to do the expected, even though I spent a great deal of time trying to talk myself out of it. I considered Drew Brees with the first pick in the second round of the Hazean mock draft, but just couldn’t convince myself that Marques Colston would be a hit as the #1 reciever - at least not enough of one to make Drew this high of a pick. I looked at younger RBs like Reggie Bush, Clinton Portis, and Willis McGahee, but felt they would probably struggle along with their teams. So I’m pulling the trigger - mark it down:
I have a pretty firm “no RBs over 30″ rule, but Shaun slips in under the wire at 29 (for one more month… I’m such a sucker). The fact that he already struggled with injury last year could be a bad sign, but nobody else (except possibly Portis) has the kind of potential to score in bunches that Alexander does. If I had to actually play a season with just these two guys, I would feel like I’d done my best. In fact, I kind of hope the Hazeans keep track of our stats just out of curiosity.
Thanks for the opportunity guys! See you around tha intarwebs!

Another great pick. I think you have a very solid 1-2 punch with these RBs. When the 3rd round rolls around, it would be interesting to see what you do. Maybe a QB? That snake bite sure can hurt, can’t it?
You didn’t mention Pacman Jones anywhere in your blog. You’re still his biggest fan, right?
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