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Fantasy Football Articles - December 2003
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in December 2003 within the world of fantasy football. You may want to read these articles for research on players in the coming year, or just check to see if we were way off base with our reporting. Whatever the reason, it's all here for your enjoyment.
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despite playing alongside a less talented receiving corps.
Although Coles flourished enough to be named a Pro Bowl alternate, the story will end with Gardner likely having his worst statistical season in the NFL.
Nonetheless, the Redskins say they have been pleased with Gardners performance. Indeed, Gardner will likely receive a slightly higher grade than last season, when he set career highs in catches (71) and receiving yards (1,006) while snagging a team-high eight touchdowns.
"Rod and Laveranues have done very well together," said receivers coach Steve Spurrier Jr. "For the most part, Rod has done everything weve asked him to. He hasnt gotten as many opportunities as hed like to have.
"But in some areas, Rod has played better. He plays until the whistle blows a bit more than last year."
Despite his gaudy numbers last season, Gardner occasionally infuriated coaches because of lackadaisical play.
Head coach Steve Spurrier even benched Gardner in Game 6 against the Green Bay Packers, causing the wide receiver to miss his first NFL start.
During his rookie season, Gardner had a penchant for following a spectacular catch with a drop, causing teammate Bruce Smith to dub him "50-50" -- as in the odds of a catch. This season, Gardner actually has fewer drops than Coles, who is known for his sticky fingers. Gardner -- selected No. 15 overall in the 2001 draft -- has also run crisper routes and improved on his blocking.
"Its been frustrating because of the type of player I wanted to be this year with" Coles, said Gardner, who has 55 catches for 567 yards, an average of just 10.3. "But I know I did good things this year compared to last year. And Ill keep pushing."
Like the Redskins offense, Gardner peaked early. When Washington defeated the Atlanta Falcons, 33-31, in Week 3, Gardner caught nine passes for 118 yards while Coles set career highs in receptions (11) and receiving yards (180). It was the first time since 1999 that a Redskins wideout tandem each amassed at least 100 yards.
At that point, the offense resembled
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