I actually Slauson will be a very serviceable LG. I think Ducasse is going to have to EARN the LG spot and Slauson is going to give him a hell of a time in the process.
For me it's Bart Scott. Everyone knows about what he says, but you don't hear a lot about his play which, for me, was outstanding last season.
1st two names that come to mind: Cotchery. In terms of avererage fan base, he's not the most explosive but when has anyone ever seen this guy drop a ball?.. like ever... I like Woodhead for THE most underrated because this guy does everything, special teams play maker, WR, RB, what more could you ask for from a guy that only uses $395k of cap! (plus bonuses)
Brandon Fucking Moore. Mangold, Brick, even Faneca recieved all the press over the past few years, but Moore has been soild in pass blocking and a complete beast in the run game. Over shadowed by big names but gets the job done week in and week out.
Hey, the simple fact that Jim Leonhard isn't even listed in the poll choices PROVES how underrated he is! Right?
I voted for Ellis. Because I read posters complaining about him for his whole career. Meanwhile he's been a solid starter from pretty much Day 1. He's concededly not spectacular, only very good to excellent, and consistently so. He's been mostly quite durable, and continues to play at a high level. He seems like a cohesive factor on the team as well. Plus a good guy.
Jerricho Cotchery.. I haven't seen a man make so many big plays and big time catches.. We all love him but he doesn't get the recognition or the ball enough
he had 80 catches in back to back seasons. Last year he had a rookie QB who only threw the ball 350 times. I never expect Cotch to ever get 65+ catches anytime soon with the type of offense and WRs this team has.
People are finally realizing that Pool was perhaps out best FA pickup this year. Good to see him getting some recognition.
Agree with the Folk voters. Very nice to not have to worry about your kicker (read: Saints). Also, Brad smith has been huge so far, such a patient slippery runner who always seems to find a way to make the most of his touches.
Dude needs to get to 100% and he'll start making more plays. He saved the game for us last night. That tackle on Marshall was the game.