Archer
Footballguy
I am a little surprised about the lack of discussion about Pierre Garon this offseason. We all know last year he put up monster numbers in PPR leagues. 113 catches, 1346 yards, 5 TDs. He said he is now 100% over the toe injury. So what do we make of his prospects for this year? I think you could make a case his value and production could continue to climb.
Factors that could lead to career year:
1. We have never seen Garcon and RG3 play together during an entire game (much less season) where both players were 100% healthy. You could argue we have only seen one quarter of that, week 1 vs the Saints during RG3's rookie year, where both players were healthy until Garcon hurt his toe. (In that first quarter he had 4 receptions for 109 yards and a TD.) For the duration of Griffin's rookie season, Garcon was hobbled by his toe. And of course last year when Garcon appeared to be completely over the toe injury, Robert had an awful year, and was clearly affected by the brace and not healthy all year long.
2. Whether the Redskins sign DeSean Jackson after meeting with him on Monday or not, they should have more legitimate weapons in the offense this year. Garcon, Andre Roberts, maybe DeSean (or a rookie WR from a deep and talented class), Reed, Morris, that should help the offense have more sustainable drives and create more scoring opportunities for Garcon. If there was any kink in the armor last year for Garcon, it was the lack of TDs. Not hard to imagine a better offense with more touchdowns as RG3 ditches the brace this season and the Skins have more play makers on offense.
3. Jay Gruden vs Shannihans. I believe Gruden will improve this offense as he seems more open to customizing the offense by utilizing players strengths as opposed to forcing his game plan regardless of their input. Shanny and son were just awful with the play calling too. Very predictable.
4. Shootouts a plenty. Unless the Redskins get really lucky in the draft, they will continue to have major issues with their secondary. This should lead to a lot of high scoring games which can only help the offense and Garcon's numbers IMO.
Anyone else think Garcon could have a career year in 2014?
Factors that could lead to career year:
1. We have never seen Garcon and RG3 play together during an entire game (much less season) where both players were 100% healthy. You could argue we have only seen one quarter of that, week 1 vs the Saints during RG3's rookie year, where both players were healthy until Garcon hurt his toe. (In that first quarter he had 4 receptions for 109 yards and a TD.) For the duration of Griffin's rookie season, Garcon was hobbled by his toe. And of course last year when Garcon appeared to be completely over the toe injury, Robert had an awful year, and was clearly affected by the brace and not healthy all year long.
2. Whether the Redskins sign DeSean Jackson after meeting with him on Monday or not, they should have more legitimate weapons in the offense this year. Garcon, Andre Roberts, maybe DeSean (or a rookie WR from a deep and talented class), Reed, Morris, that should help the offense have more sustainable drives and create more scoring opportunities for Garcon. If there was any kink in the armor last year for Garcon, it was the lack of TDs. Not hard to imagine a better offense with more touchdowns as RG3 ditches the brace this season and the Skins have more play makers on offense.
3. Jay Gruden vs Shannihans. I believe Gruden will improve this offense as he seems more open to customizing the offense by utilizing players strengths as opposed to forcing his game plan regardless of their input. Shanny and son were just awful with the play calling too. Very predictable.
4. Shootouts a plenty. Unless the Redskins get really lucky in the draft, they will continue to have major issues with their secondary. This should lead to a lot of high scoring games which can only help the offense and Garcon's numbers IMO.
Anyone else think Garcon could have a career year in 2014?