Tuesday, January 25, 2011

My end of the year Raider awards.

Offensive MVP: Darren McFadden - No brainer here. The most explosive and productive offensive player on the team. Finally living up to the hype putting up 1500 all purpose yards and 10 TD's in 13 games. Led the league in 20+ yard runs becoming the playmaker everyone thought he'd be when he was taken 4th overall in the draft.

Runner-up: Zach Miller


Defensive MVP: Nnamdi Asomougha and Richard Seymour - I couldn't separate the two. Neither put up huge numbers but both provided leadership and had a major impact when they were on the field. Nnamdi locked down his side of the field as usual, while Seymour made some big stops and drew double teams creating openings for Tommy Kelly.

Runner-up: Tommy Kelly


Rookie of the year: Jared Veldheer - He had a shaky start when it was decided he'd be the starting center on opening day even though he last played the position in highschool. But he bounced back and finished the year as a dependable starting LT. And as a 3rd round pick he's looking like an absolute steal.

Runner-ups: Jacoby Ford and Rolando McClain


Comeback player of the year: Tommy Kelly - A lot was made of his big contract and his lack of production over the last couple years. But Kelly came into training camp in the best shape of his life ready to play. And this season he didn't disappoint doubling his average sack total for the prior 6 years and play better against the run than he has since 06.


DW

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