Vincent can Gogh
Posted on 29. Oct, 2009 by Jesse in Articles
Some players are above the fray. They make things seem effortless; even artistic. When the physical gifts such a player possesses merge with moment, magic happens. Many players are able to breathe the rarefied air occasionally, see: David Tyree’s miracle catch to lift the Giants over the Patriots. But elite-level players are able to maintain that “magic” for entire games… even entire seasons.
Two years ago Vincent Jackson was a very popular sleeper candidate in fantasy football circles. His size (6′5″) and leaping ability had many believing that Jackson would break out. He disappointed that year, and the club consequently brought in Chris Chambers via trade. Still, after a very solid season in 2008, Jackson is currently proving that he’s got the skills to be one of the best players in the league. He’s finally blowing up. Right now, Vincent Jackson is becoming one of the best big-play threats in the NFL. He paints his masterpeices with a very broad brush indeed.
Jackson is now the most talented athlete on a team that includes skill players such as LaDainian Tomlinson, Antonio Gates, Darren Sproles, and the aforementioned Chambers. Jackson has ridden his status as Philip Rivers’ go-to-guy to the top of the game. Currently ranking 6th in the league in receiving yardage, Jackson’s athletic ability make him an almost impossible cover. No one in the league has more catches (29) at such a high average (19.3) than Jackson does. Yes, Vincent Jackson is proving that he can be an elite receiver in the NFL.
And he’s doing so with a style that makes us take notice.
NFL Newslinks 8/2/09
Posted on 02. Aug, 2009 by Jesse in NFL Newslinks
- It’s August now, and that means we’re off to the races. Training camps have already begun, and GoHuddleUp has you covered. Our Newslinks will keep you abreast of the latest developments, so come back often.
- New Viking WR Percy Harvin has been signed, and the club is wasting no time getting him involved. Harvin ran with the first-team offense on Sunday, and was moved all over the field. The Vikings have big hopes for the Florida product.
- A Raiders beat writer used his Twitter account to report that Javon Walker looked good while running routes off to the side during practice. Apparently beat writers in Oakland are drinking heavily. Walker is still on the PUP list and isn’t practicing with teammates.
- Not so fast Brady Quinn lovers, Derek Anderson is still competing for the Browns starting QB position. Apparently Anderson is looking very good in drills and has his swagger back.
- Peyton Manning knows that Reggie Wayne is his top target, but the reigning league MVP is also expecting big seasons from Anthony Gonzalez and TE Dallas Clark. Gonzalez is set to take over the flanker position vacated by Marvin Harrison.
- Ravens RB Ray Rice continues to impress his coaches. Rice has exhibited tremendous power for a 205-pound player, and the coaches are thrilled with his “attention to detail.” Many around the team continue to speculate that Rice will supplant Willis McGahee as the starting tailback.
- Brandon Marshall did show up to Broncos training camp on time, but it didn’t take him long to injure himself. Marshall limped off the field on Sunday with an apparent hamstring injury. No word on weather he slapped his girlfriend afterward.
- As we reported yesterday, Derrick Mason is back with the Ravens. He’s reconsidered, and he will play this season.
- LenDale White says he’s lost nearly 30 pounds this offseason because he stopped drinking Patron tequilla. We’re guessing he also stopped shoveling everything in sight down his pie-hole. Oh, and White is in a contract season.
- The Colts have come to terms with RB Donald Brown. The deal is expected to be signed before practices start on Monday.
- Antonio Gates is looking leaner and chiseled. Apparently the All-Pro TE is up to 263 pounds.
