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by Robert Edwards » Thu Sep 17, 2009 7:05 am
Originally posted by Tom Kessenich:
One thing to remember is your quarterback doesn't know he's your quarterback and facing your defense, you know?
Seriously, I start my best guys, period. I do not waver from that approach because at the end of the day, your top guys are the ones who stand the best chance of giving you the production you need. You drafted these players for a reason. If you have two players of comparable talent, then let the matchup decide. But if the choice is Rivers against the Ravens or David Garrard against the Cardinals, I'm taking Rivers no matter how difficult the matchup may be. The chances that Rivers produces at a high level are much greater than Garrard because Garrard rarely produces at a high level. Sure, he could luck into a great performance this week or any random week but the percentage play is the guy who routinely delivers big-time production. And in this case, that's Philip Rivers.
Also, don't forget that a good offense meeting a good defense doesn't automatically mean the matchup favors the defense. I've always been baffled by how people are so quick to favor the defense in this type of matchup. The Chargers - even with a hobbling LT - have enough talent to move the ball and score on anybody. Sure, it's going to be a tough test this week but it's not like the Chargers are the Browns and bereft of talent. So keep that in mind as well. Sound advice and the same advice I always preach, but practicing it is hard for me this week. Now, I do not have Rivers (wish I did) on my on-line championship team, but I do have Cutler going against Pittsburgh this week. After his four pick week last week, I am considering my backup, Trent Edwards, who has TO now in his toolbox going against Tampa Bay, which is not quite the defensive team Pittsburgh is to say the least. This one could go down to the wire.
Wayne Edwards
The "other" Wayne