Matt "The Ninja" Schaub will look to cut through secondaries with his arm, and not a pair of Katanas.
(Photo: Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)
(Photo: Koichi Kamoshida/Getty Images)
Let's face it: the Texans haven't exactly been top-heavy on anyone's draft board. Ever. But that's not to say that the Texans haven't made an impact on the fantasy landscape. Unfortunately most of this impact is derived from a free-agent pickup during a bye-week that happens to pan out (see: Daniels, Owen circa or Williams, Domanik). This year could be different.
Since 2003 only one real fantasy strategy with the Texans seemed logical: Draft Andre.
But with everything the front office has done to improve this team, employing the same strategy would be careless.
Since 2003 only one real fantasy strategy with the Texans seemed logical: Draft Andre.
But with everything the front office has done to improve this team, employing the same strategy would be careless.
As we head into the preseason I'll be breaking down the skill positions to see who's worth spending a pick on and when you should pull the trigger this year. These assessments are subject to revisions once training camp begins.
Quarterback:
Matt Schaub
2007 notable numbers:
192-289 (66.4%), 2241 yds, 9 TDs, 9 INTs (11 games)
The Dirt:
My preliminary assessment going into this year would rank Schaub nearby Philip Rivers in terms of production. Rivers ended last season with 3,152 yards and 21 TDs (and 15 INTs), and it wouldn't be a long shot to assume that --had Schaub not been injured -- his numbers would've looked a lot alike. In fact, Schaub's completion percentage, yds per reception, and QB rating are all higher than Rivers'. Yet Rivers is again listed as one of the better draft day targets heading into the season. Schaub's fully recovered from his offseason surgery and has a year's worth (sorta) of starting experience. GM Rick Smith apparently liqoured up the Broncos because he stole an upstart center in Chris Myers from them for a 6th round pick. He followed up that stunt by drafting left tackle -- and assumed starter -- Duane Brown in the first round. If the Brown experiment goes according to plan, Schaub could be a fantasy steal. Better o-line means better running, means easier passing, means "ANDRE JOHNSON FOR THE TD!!!" becoming repetitive.
In other words: He looks poised to be one of this year's fantasy surprises, but most will shy away because of durability concerns. He should still be available near the later rounds of most drafts. If you can get him then, he'll be a steal. I would also consider a handcuff with Sage if you have the space.
Extra Dirt
Hey Carson Palmer, tell us how you really feel!
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