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this is a discussion within the Saints Community Forum; I think Henderson is a good way to think about the Meachem "problem." It is very standard for WRs in particular to have a long development period (usually in the 3 to 4 year range) by conventional wisdom anyway. Obviously, ...
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08-20-2007, 11:41 AM | #21 |
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Re: meachem
I think Henderson is a good way to think about the Meachem "problem." It is very standard for WRs in particular to have a long development period (usually in the 3 to 4 year range) by conventional wisdom anyway. Obviously, there are some gifted players (or ones on teams where the starters... ahem... suck) that get rolling early; however, for the most WRs don't come into their own for several years - pretty much the opposite of RBs.
That said, drafting a player with a history of injury problems does lead one to start thinking "bust", I'd have to say. I was pleased to see that Meachem got himself ready to play in pre-season, since there was a time it wasn't clear when he'd be able to get started. He's got some tools, so let's see what he can do before we write him off. |
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08-20-2007, 01:43 PM | #22 |
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Re: meachem
Originally Posted by TheDeuce
I thought the Saints were still highly ranked in drops last year. Each QB has his strengths. AB was a very accurate laser and bomb QB,while Brees is has better touch and excels in screens,etc. Hitting WRs in stride. Intermediate passes were his bread & butter while playing Marty ball. He starting looking deeper as his shoulder healed, to utilize the speed of our WRs more.
Anyway, I also don't call players a bust until their third season. I've seen some label Donte a bust, but I don't agree. He had his role,and 1st round picks aren't guaranteed to prosper. I guess people just expect immediate returns, since we were spoiled with some picks. Matrix didn't really stand out to me until the latter half of the season. |
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08-20-2007, 02:15 PM | #23 |
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Re: meachem
Looks like he's more of a Devery Henderson type receiver. He'll come along over the next couple of seasons. However, Lance Moore is a beast. He reminds me of Pathon. I can see Moore and Colston as the top 2 WR's for us with Devery and Copper flying all over the place. We have found another gem this year as well
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08-20-2007, 02:30 PM | #24 |
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Re: meachem
Don't yall count Patten out. He's a fine Keyshawn type possession WR. Well, if he can stay healthy.
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