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Football season has arrived and there’s no better way to

join in on the competitive nature of the season than with a good ‘ole fantasy

football draft. This year, we decided to mix things up a bit and put the

Safford of Springfield twist on the game.

Instead of selecting players for our draft, we picked the

top-performing Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram vehicles for each position. Our

choices were based on the attributes and duties of each football position along

with the corresponding vehicle features and specs.

Fantasy Football Draft – Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram Edition

Offensive Players

Let’s begin with the offense. These are the guys who will bring

your team to victory. You want them to be big, tough, fast, strong, and smart –

just to scratch the surface. Our starting lineup predominately features Jeep

and Dodge models with a few Rams and Chryslers thrown in for protection.

The quarterback is your leader – the playmaker and

foundation for your team. You want someone (or some vehicle) in this position

that the team can look to in times of crisis for guidance and direction. Of

course, we chose Old Reliable, the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Since the first model

release in 1998, Jeep Grand Cherokee has been a favorite in the Jeep community.

It’s easy maneuverability and quick braking features make this vehicle a great

choice for quarterback.

Jeep was an easy choice to fill the running back position.

When selecting a running back for your fantasy football team, it’s important to

pick a team player, someone who works well with their quarterback, and who can

easily maneuver across the field to catch a pass or run the ball. The 2018 Jeep

Compass Latitude SUV is a fantastic selection for this position. With good gas

mileage, a quality transmission and engine, and stability and traction control,

this vehicle is adept at making quick decisions and navigating the roadways

without getting worn down.

The fullback position should be filled with a versatile

player – one who can run short distances to catch a pass and block against

strong, sturdy defensive linesmen. The 2018 Dodge Charger R/T 392 Sedan was a

great fit for this position. Dodge Chargers are built to maintain high performance

and toughness – perfect qualities for a fullback.

Staying in the Dodge family, we selected the 2018 Dodge

Challenger R/T 392 Coupe as our halfback. With its V8

powered engine, this car is tough and fast. Its horsepower capabilities make it

easy to picture this Challenger weaving through the defensive line, catching

passes, and blocking linemen with force.

With one look at the 2018 Chrysler 300 Touring Sedan, it’s

easy to see its power and prestige. When choosing a tight end, it’s important

to select a powerhouse player, someone who can block the toughest defensive

linemen and have the speed to catch anyone who gets away. With its V6 engine

and traction control, the Chrysler 300 was built for the job.

We all know pass receivers need to be quick on their feet

and trustworthy. The QB needs to be able to trust that the wide receiver will be

in position by the time he has to throw the ball. The 2018 Dodge Challenger

Coupe is a great choice to fill this spot. With blind spot and cross path detection

as well as a V6 engine, this vehicle is quick and agile. Its gas efficiency on

the highway would allow it to withstand the physical exertion a wide receiver

withstands during each game.

Reliable, long-lasting, tough, and smart are all characteristics

of centers and of Ram trucks. The player in the center position handles the

ball on every play. He snaps it back to the QB and protects him from the

defensive line. The 2018 Ram 3500 Laramie Longhorn Truck Crew Cab would be a

top-performing center in any league. This tough truck would be a powerful

addition to the offensive line while its 6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel engine

gives it the reliability a center needs.

When looking for a car that can get down and dirty, the Jeep

Wrangler quickly comes to mind. Built for off-roading and toughness, the 2017

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4×4 SUV would be a perfect fit for an offensive

tackle. Able to stand up against the toughest vehicles and maneuver the field

with ease, this SUV is not one to overlook.

Our final offensive position is the guard. Charged with

protecting the QB and ball carriers, this player must be one of the toughest

players on the field, which is why we chose the 2018 Ram 2500 Laramie Truck

Crew Cab. Larger than the 1500, yet smaller than the 3500, this truck would be

able to take down defensive linemen and catch up to players threatening his

ball carriers.

Defensive Players

Your defense needs to be an equal match to your offense.

These guys will keep opponents from running away with the game. You want them

to be big, sturdy, tough, agile, and intimidating. To keep the team balanced,

our starting defensive lineup predominately features Chrysler and Ram models

with a few Jeep and Dodge vehicles mixed in for speed.

When picking a linebacker, it’s important to look for a

handyman of sorts. This player must be versatile enough to defend against

running and passing plays. What better choice to fill the linebacker position

than the 2017 Dodge Durango Citadel SUV? With a strong engine, 8-speed

automatic transmission, good gas mileage, and built-in stability, this SUV is

nothing short of a reliable handyman.

A defensive tackle needs to be intimidating – someone able

to scare the QB. This player needs to be able to stand his ground against the

offensive line to prevent a running play or break through the line to take down

the QB before he can throw or run the ball. The 2018 Ram 3500 Truck Crew Cab

would be an appropriate pick for this position. This truck is tougher than

tough and intimidating enough to make any vehicle nervous.

Jeeps are back on the scene for the defensive end position.

This player must be strong enough to fend off offensive blocks and quick enough

to tackle the QB from behind. The 2017 Jeep Patriot Sport 4×4 SUV has both

capabilities. With its efficient gas mileage, it can outlast many other

vehicles. It is sturdy enough to stand up against other vehicles and quick

enough to run the short distance to overcome a QB.

While the 2017 Jeep Renegade Latitude 4×4 SUV might look too

cute for football, don’t let its appearance fool you. This SUV is tough and its

light body makes it a worthy contender for defensive back. This position needs

to be filled by a versatile player who can tackle runners and receivers. Features

such as blind spot and cross path detection make the Jeep Renegade a worthy

contender for the defensive back position.

While many would not draft a van in a fantasy football

league, the 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Limited Van is an ideal choice to fill the safety

position. The safety needs to be able to anticipate offensive plays and tackle

players coming from any direction. When choosing the last line of defense, it’s

a smart choice to go with a sturdy, reliable, and safe van.

Last, but not least, we have the cornerback. This player

needs to be able to combat the offensive receivers, tackling them before they

can catch a pass. Quick acceleration, speed, and instincts are must-have

qualities for a cornerback. Luckily, the 2017 Ram 1500 Tradesman Truck Crew Cab

can easily fill the shoes of a cornerback. With a powerful V8 engine, easy rear

visibility, and the toughness guaranteed by any Ram truck, the 1500 Tradesman

would be a fearsome opponent on the football field.

There you have it, our 2017 fantasy football draft picks.

With a variety of models from Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, and Ram, our team is a

force to be reckoned with both on and off the field. Are there any CJDR models

that you think would be a better fit for any position? Comment below with your

draft choices.

If you’re in the market for your next vehicle, whether it be

a quarterback or a defensive tackle, come by for a test drive or view our inventory online.

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