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Fantasy Football Articles - September 2003
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in September 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 - September 2003 Fantasy Football Articles
Fantasy Football Challenge - September 2003 Fantasy Football Articles Archive
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he and coach Steve Mariucci had an uneasy relationship after that. Now, the 49ers have a new coach, Dennis Erickson, who is trying to downplay Owens constant outbursts and complaints about not seeing the ball, but that can be wearing on a coach and the team."
Dickey further noted that some teams handle this kind of player better than others. The Raiders are the obvious example; over the years, theyve had a number of players labeled troublemakers by other teams who have been an important part of their success.
The 49ers, though, have tried for a different profile. Their top players -- Joe Montana, Jerry Rice, Lott, Steve Young, Roger Craig -- have all been hard-working, dedicated players who were not overly demonstrative, and who certainly never complained about not being a big enough part of the team.
The 49ers were pioneers in the field of psychological profiles, with Dr. Harry Edwards, and theyve tried for the kind of players who fit well into the team. Theyve traded players who didnt. The most prominent example is Charles Haley, who was traded because the 49ers felt he was a disruptive force.
Dickey summed up by noting; "Owens is closer in personality to Haley than to the other 49er stars, and thats still another reason theyll let him go. Hes a very good player, but keeping him wouldnt make sense."
Interesting stuff; cant wait to see how it works out....
Also of interest....
As reported by Contra Costa Times beat writer Cam Inman, Vikings safety Corey Chavous is more than a ball-hawking defender. Hes also a personnel guru, if you will -- a scout, a draftnik, a clone of Mel Kiper Jr.
For years, Chavous has stockpiled tapes of college football games and analyzed the upcoming NFL prospects, doing so not only as an aid if he encounters one of those players in the NFL, but also as a sports junkie. "Its a hobby that I will continue to have until the day I die," Chavous
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