Man, what a bunch of awesome games this past weekend, with a ton of reason to be happy that football is back. As expected we REALLY had some amazing performances, and ill try to put together a hobby focused recap as best as possible.

Allen Hurns – WR, Jacksonville

Temperature: Heating Up
Why: 2 TDs and 100+ yards in NFL Debut

Okay, here is the one guy that everyone has come out of Sunday looking to buy. Personally, im not all in after one game, especially when Allen Hurns’ dad didnt even start Allen Hurns in fantasy last week. Hurns had a GREAT pre-season and was basically on fire during the game, but its one game. Dont go nuts – we all know that WRs are a dime a dozen, and he plays in the black hole of hobby collecting. That being said, he has no cards and thus there is a huge demand and no supply – a la Jeremy Lin in basketball.

2014 SAGE Hit Allen Hurns Rookie Auto – SERIOUSLY?!?

2014 Bowman Allen Hurns RC Foil Lot of 3

2014 Bowman Allen Hurns RC Orange Refractor /299 – WOW.

Jadeveon Clowney – DE, Houston

Temperature: Cooling Down
Why: Torn MCL

This is bad for the Texans as missing Clowney for 4-6 weeks will hurt their defense for sure. It will also hurt his hobby prospects for now, as he was clearly the defensive guy to buy this class for obvious reasons. Lets hope he comes back strong.

2014 Topps Jadeveon Clowney Rookie Variation Auto

2014 Certified Jadeveon Clowney Certified Potential Auto

2014 Inception Jadeveon Clowney Inscription Auto /10

Julius Thomas – TE, Denver

Temperature: Heating Up
Why: 3 TD Catches Sunday Night

Here is my question – if Manning wasnt the one throwing him the ball, would he still be on his way to another great season? Not sure. Either way, TEs never sell, and unless you are a Jimmy Graham rookie auto, its not a good person to stock up on. Thomas was quite the common scrub auto in 2011, but he still didnt have as many cards as some of the guys at the premiere. Either way, people are paying through the nose for his stuff, not understanding the comaparative value in Graham doesnt support the prices Thomas is getting at the moment.

2011 National Treasures Julius Thomas Auto RC BGS 9.5

2011 Contenders Julius Thomas SSP Auto Ticket RC

Ray Rice – RB, Baltimore

Temperature: Cooling Down
Why: Indefinitely suspended and released by the Ravens

After the video was released, its clear that what Ray Rice did was despicable. Seriously, just a hard video to watch, and the Ravens were right to release him. People have been supporting him through this ordeal, but that might be on its way out with his card values. What a terrible situation.

2008 Exquisite Ray Rice Rookie Auto Patch – Proceeds Go To Charity – pretty much the only way you can sell these.

Cordarrelle Patterson – WR, Minnesota

Temperature: Heating Up
Why: 100 yards with a TD in drubbing of St Louis

Homer pick! Either way, Patterson has been commanding nice prices all off-season thanks to the Vikings hiring of Norv Turner. Because of Turner’s rep of being an offensive guru, Patterson was primed for a breakout year. When seeing that he had some moves yesterday, there were a lot of people who are getting confirmation that he might be one of the top guys out of the 2013 class. Watch out though, the Vikings have a horrendous schedule, and Patterson is still very unproven. I only bought in because I am a huge fan. Outside of that, I would probably wait. NOTE: STAY AWAY FROM NT “AUTOS.”

2013 Topps Chrome Cordarrelle Patterson Auto Camo Refractor

2013 Five Star Cordarrelle Patterson Jumbo Rookie Patch Auto

Eddie Lacy – RB, Green Bay

Temperature: Cooling Down
Why: 2nd Concussion and dismal game against Seattle

Lacy struggled against a stellar Seahawks defense, and that is no joke. With the Packers losing their right tackle and a few other players, it doesnt look like Lacy is going to go as nuts as people thought he was based on this small sample size. Collectors like to knee jerk and overreact to things, so his cards have cooled a bit.

2013 Contenders Eddie Lacy Rookie Ticket Auto

2013 Exquisite Eddie Lacy Rookie Auto Patch BGS 9.5

Tony Romo – QB, Dallas

Temperature: Cooling Down
Why: 3 picks in the first half against 49ers

Romo looked BAAAAAD yesterday, and its clear he is not all the way healed from his back injury last year. He had no arm strength and made horrible decisions. With Jerry already stupidly revealing that he wanted Manziel and passed because his son told him to, that’s not a good sign in big D.

2003 SP Authentic Tony Romo RC Auto BGS 9.5

2003 Contenders Tony Romo Rookie Ticket Auto

Check back for more as the season rolls on and let me know what your thoughts are on week 1 so far!