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Fantasy Football Articles - November 2003
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in November 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.
Fantasy Football Challenge - November 2003 Fantasy Football Articles
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has developed a case of happy feet.
"He is sort of running around in the pocket at the times when he should be a little comfortable there," Spurrier said. "I think thats from guys coming free at him. Hopefully, we can get him more trusting the pocket, trusting the protection. To do that, weve got to give him protection."
The maturation of Ramsey is a key not only to this season, but the franchise also expects him to be the long-term solution to the quarterback turmoil of the last 10 years. Although he is young, he has earned respect for his strong arm, intelligence, levelheadedness and his ability to take a hit.
But, sooner or later, the punishment has to take a toll. Even if Ramsey is physically able to run onto the field, at what point does he mentally become a skittish quarterback who looks more at the rushing linemen than his receivers when hes back in the pocket? And what kind of long-term effect could that have?
Much blame has been levied on Spurrier for not taking that approach, for sticking to a pass-orientated offense that hasnt sufficiently accounted for blitzing linebackers and defensive backs. The Cowboys sent just about everyone, a pattern of success they copied from previous Washington opponents -- and one sure to be emulated by Seattle this week.
"Were trying to protect him," Spurrier said. "Were trying to find a little scheme or two here or there that will help him."
Spurrier has been saying that every week for nearly two months, but left tackle Chris Samuels said this week the schemes havent changed much at all.
Many NFL offenses beat the blitz by using the "hot read" -- a quick throw to an advantageous one-on-one matchup. But thats not Spurriers style.
The topic is so sensitive that the coach told his players not to discuss it Wednesday.
Still, Ramsey professes unqualified support for Spurriers system, even though conventional wisdom now has the coach not lasting beyond this season. The Redskins have lost four straight and are ranked 22nd in offense.
"You cant question it," Ramsey said. "Were running the system.
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