LaDainian Tomlinson - return of the rush monster
July 7, 2008 by James Edwards
Filed under LaDainian Tomlinson, NFL Football, San Diego Chargers, fantasy football
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LaDainian Tomlinson leading the orchestra called the Chargers!
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If you are into Fantasy Football then pay close attention. Mike Harmon of Fox Sports is going to let you in a little secret of his. Go with LT. You know, LaDainian Tomlinson of the San Diego Chargers.
What? You already knew that? How about some of Mike’s wisdom on the subject?
1. LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego
Tomlinson has ranked inside the top 10 in this category in each of his seven NFL seasons. He’s led the pack in three of the past four seasons (third in 2005), as he possesses an amazing ability to avoid lengthy injury issues despite a heavy weekly workload. The change in his blocking block might have some impact, but I believe it’s been a bit overblown. Now, I don’t expect Tomlinson to approach his ridiculous 2006 output (28 touchdowns), but he’s averaged 14.5 touchdowns per year in his six non-record breaking seasons. The No. 1 player on my board will light up the scoreboard frequently in 2008.
2007 Total: 15 touchdowns
Projected 2008 Total: 18 touchdowns
So who does Mike rate after LT?
2. Marion Barber III, Dallas
3. Adrian Peterson, Minnesota
4. Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville
5. Joseph Addai, Indianapolis
5. Clinton Portis, Washington
5. Brandon Jacobs, New York Giants
Yes, that is 3 number 5’s.
Mike goes right on up to a number 13.
Controversy? No Stephen Jackson! Westbrook, a perennial favorite for fantasy owners, is way down the list. Ryan Grant in a tie at number 8?
Oh well, it is a start.
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