Love for AG

by Rob-Westside on Aug 7, 2008 3:58 PM EDT

I'm not a Fantasy guy but saw this love for AG being one of the most "Underrated" players in the league (at least from a Fantasy Football perspective). I agree with the Wes Welker comparison for 08' though I wish the rest of "Sports Nation" would get the message that the Harrison "legal" issues never materialized and never will, and his health doesn't seem to be an issue.

Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez
Here’s the 2008 version of Wes Welker. Like Welker, Gonzalez plays in a lethal passing offense and can operate quietly but effectively in the shadow of another highly regarded receiver who attracts a great deal of defensive attention (in Welker’s case, Randy Moss; in Gonzalez’s case, Reggie Wayne). Expect Gonzalez to put up good numbers even if teammate Marvin Harrison is around all season. But if injuries or legal problems take Harrison out of action, Gonzalez’s numbers could go through the roof.

On a different but I guess "fantay related" note: It will be interesting this year to see if the Colts look at using Mike Hart in the redzone this year. His heart and determination could really be helpful near the goal line and would save wear and tear on Joe. The Colts generally have used their top 2 backs exclusively unless an injury was in play. Could Hart's ability get them to reach further down the depth chart and make them a 1-2-3 back team. Talk about having some fresh legs in teh backfield come playoff time...

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by shake n bake on Aug 7, 2008 5:04 PM EDT reply actions

Being compared to welker is an insult

Now being compared to Stokley, thats saying something. ;)

by metal_militia on Aug 7, 2008 5:18 PM EDT reply actions

Actually

Even though I dislike the Pariots, Welker is a great comparison from the stats he put up last year but as a true colts fan, I see where you are coming from.

by ColtsFanNChiTown on Aug 7, 2008 6:16 PM EDT up reply actions

Yeah it mostly homerism

on that comment. I dont doubt welkers ability. He is a great Slot receiver. But if you asked me for the best, Id go with a healthy Stokley

by metal_militia on Aug 7, 2008 7:07 PM EDT up reply actions

I see your guy's point

As far as ability and style, I agree with the comparison with Stokley. But as of production and stats, I wouldn’t mind AG being compared to last year’s Welker.

by ColtsFanNChiTown on Aug 7, 2008 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions

Strange

you see my guy’s point you say. I would think since your a colt fan, you would remember how good Brandon Stokley was in the Slot. He was the original “Welker” if you want to put it that way. Kept the chains moving and had the ability to go vertical unlike the aforementioned Welker.

Again, this is not a knock on Welker, but Stokley was the “slot machine” Great production, tough, and made big plays when needed. The only thing negative about him was he was injury prone. Man I miss him

by metal_militia on Aug 7, 2008 10:34 PM EDT up reply actions

I don’t want you to think I like Welker better than Stokley at all, but this comparison is pointless. We all know how Stokley was a big factor within the offense when he was with the Colts, and like you said, I would also go with a healthy Stokley than a last year’s Welker. I’m just saying simply stats wise, not style or players wise, I wouldn’t mind AG reaching those marks this year.

by ColtsFanNChiTown on Aug 8, 2008 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions

No doubt

Being compared to Welker in terms of what Gonzo can do is a huge honor. But as ive stated previously, Stokley was more than Stats. He moved to chains and was, in my opinion, the ultimate outlet receiver when your primaries are shut down.

by metal_militia on Aug 8, 2008 5:19 PM EDT up reply actions