For evaluating the schedule difficulty, the following formulas were used:
For Passing, the formula is: (Yds/20)+(TD's*4).
For Rushing and Receiving we use (Yds/10)+(TD's*6).

ANALYSIS: Tight End strength of schedule ratings are particularly vulnerable since with so TE's being pass-catching threats these days, the defense allowed by position stats can be more a matter of "did you face Gonzalez and Sharpe a couple of times" than any genuine defensive skill/weakness. Nevertheless, the SOS for Tight Ends would have us believe that Rickey Dudley could be a factor if he gets healthy, Wesley Walls will have opportunities, Sloan could be a useful fantasy pickup, and Riemersma might make the occasional splash.

On the downside, don't go overboard for Johnson or Conwell. Keep in mind that the difference in these schedules is not that great (about 1 point per game between easiest and hardest) and that the projected SOS is based on last season's data!! Defenses can change significantly from year to year, so player rankings should be based on merit with only a minor adjustment for schedule.