We here at Mocking the Draft put together a bracket to match up the top 32 rookie quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends drafted in April. Put simply, it's a NCAA tournament style bracket to help us decide which rookie will score the most fantasy points this coming season. If you want to see the updated bracket with the results of the first round, click here. Today's match up: Robert Griffin III vs Alshon Jeffery
Fantasy Football Rookie Bracket Match Up: Robert Griffin III Vs Alshon Jeffery
Both Griffin III and Jeffery eased through their first round match ups against Chris Givens and Brock Osweiler respectively. I expect one of them to do the same here if I'm completely honest.
Why vote for Griffin III?
The Redskins were quick to announce that he was going to be the starter come week one. The Redskins offense ranked 14th in average passing yards per game in 2011, and that was with Rex Grossman and John Beck as the quarterbacks. The leading receiver was Jabar Gaffney, tight end Fred Davis and left tackle Trent Williams missed the last four games due to suspension. With Gaffney significantly upgraded by Pierre Garcon; and with the return of both Davis and Williams, the Redskins offense should be in much better shape for Griffin III this year. Shanahan plans to mold the offense to fit his strengths, namely his mobility and arm strength. For me, this vote is a no-brainer.
More after the jump.
Why vote against Griffin III?
With all mobile quarterbacks, there is a chance they get injured. Rumors from Redskins park suggest they are trying out some option runs, which could see Griffin III’s injury risk go up. Barring an injury, its difficult to picture Griffin III not having a significant impact in fantasy leagues.
Why vote for Jeffery?
As I just said with Griffin III, he could easily get injured in week one. Then Jeffery would win this match up every time. But taking the match up out of the equation, Jeffery could win a high amount of play time with a good training camp. Outside of Brandon Marshall, nobody on the Bears roster really stands out as a "must-start" guy. That leaves the door open for Jeffery, who's big frame and talent could just kick that door down and become a reliable target for Jay Cutler across the middle and deep.
Why vote against Jeffery?
He's up against RGIII. It's very hard to see any receiver scoring more points than a quarterback with the qualities that Griffin III possess, especially after both Andy Dalton and Cam Newton both had excellent rookie years. Jeffery is not only up against RGIII here, but he faces competition for touches. Johnny Knox, Earl Bennett and Devin Hester will all want their share, while running back Matt Forte will demand the ball if they manage to sort out his contract situation. While the door is open for Jeffery, it's also open to a lot of other guys, who are all veterans of the NFL.
Let us know who you voted for and why in the comments below. Tomorrows match up: Kendall Wright vs Doug Martin.
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