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SPRINGFIELD, N.J. -- If you thought two weeks was enough time for Phil Mickelson to get over his second-place finish in the British Open duel with Henrik Stenson, guess again.Lefty said its going to take a long time to get over the British Open, probably longer than any of his other excruciating losses in a major.The hurt and disappointment wasnt because Mickelson missed out on either his sixth major or his first win since the 2013 British Open. This was the first time the 46-year-old Mickelson played his best, and it wasnt good enough.The 40-year-old Stenson won his first major with a record-shattering 20-under total. Mickelsons 267 final total would have won every previous British Open except in 1993, when Greg Norman shot 267 at Royal St. Georges.I think its one of those things where Ill look back over time and my disappointment will probably increase, because I think its the first time in my career that I have played to that level of golf and not had it be enough to win a tournament, Mickelson said at a practice to prepare for the PGA Championship at Baltusrol Golf Club. Thats a disappointing thing because I would have loved to have added another claret jug.Jordan Spieth, who played a practice round with Michelson on Tuesday, walked over to his playing partner Tuesday and told him it was fun to watch him, and that he was unlucky not to win.And thats when he said, `Hey, Ive been on that side of things (lately), Masters in `15, and Troon even more so two weeks ago, Spieth said. But then hes seen himself on the other side of things where no one is running away with it and he wins in a close battle or he wins by a lot, whether its in a major or regular tour event.Mickelson believes he will win again. He feels his game is improving, his swing is back and he likes the course. He validated his first major -- the 2004 Masters -- by capturing the 2005 PGA here with a 72nd hole birdie.His goal this week is to play as well as he did at Troon.I dont believe that there is a small window, Mickelson said of winning again. I think theres a really big window of opportunity to add to my resume, to continue to compete in big events, for the simple reason that the feel and sensitivity of hitting shots; the ability to play golf courses a certain way, to visualize, to make birdies, to pull shots off, that has not diminished.Mickelson said the key at Baltusrol is to drive the ball straight and putt well on greens that have a lot of contours.Theres a lot of little rolls and knolls, said Mickelson, noting the greens are going to roll a lot faster than Troon. You can see multiple lines and only one of them is correct, and its sometimes hard to see.What many people would like to see would be another Mickelson-Stenson showdown.Stenson said he has not had a chance to talk with Mickelson since the British Open.Its one of those things, it doesnt really strike you when youre in the middle of it, Stenson said But afterward, with the 63 and the 20-under and the way we played, we pushed each other to the limit, both of us, for 36 holes more or less, and trading punches and blows all the way around the golf course for two days. That certainly is what made us play so well. We both wanted it badly and we performed so well because of each other.---This story has been corrected to say that Phil Mickelson shot 267 at this years British Open, not 265. 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They had already blown a double-digit lead, fans were hitting the exits, and a long seven-game road trip waited at the end. Was Thomas Rawls 2015 breakthrough a signal that he has arrived as a member of fantasy footballs elite, or have fantasy owners merely manufactured that opinion from his limited sample size in the NFL?Rawls is ranked as our No. 20 player overall and No. 10 running back, though hes being selected slightly later in average drafts: 26th overall and 12th at his position. To evaluate the merits of selecting him that soon, we asked analysts Matt Bowen and Tristan H. Cockcroft to debate some of the factors behind Rawls value.Rawls ongoing recovery from his ankle injuryBowen: Rawls rushed for 830 yards as a rookie in 2015 for the Seattle Seahawks, and he also led the NFL with 5.65 yards per carry -- this cat can play. But will the second-year man be back on the field for the start of camp? Im talking about actual practice, not some sideline show going through monitored drills and conditioning work with the training staff.The reports? Yeah, they look good for Rawls after suffering a season-ending ankle injury versus the Ravens in Week 14. Hes expected to be on the field, ready to roll. And even if Rawls is somewhat limited (or eased back into the fold by Pete Carroll & Co.), seeing actual camp reps should tell us plenty.Remember, reps are the key here. Those are critical to regular-season prep. Set the pads. Beat up the legs a little bit. Go through that period when the body starts to break down before recovering around mid-August. And if Rawls is getting those reps (even under the watchful eye of Carroll), fantasy owners should put a high grade on the Seahawks No. 1 back.Cockcroft: A broken ankle (including torn ligaments) ended Rawls mini-breakthrough 2015 campaign after Week 14, and the timing of his healthy return -- that is, a return to full health -- should have much influence on his fantasy draft stock.Is he fully healthy now? Will he be by the start of Seahawks training camp July 30? The Aug. 13 preseason opener? The Sept. 11 regular-season opener? Or ... gasp ... later?The offseason -- especially the weeks leading up to training camp -- is rife with player optimism in the health/fitness department. Frankly, we as fantasy owners always seem to assume the most optimistic outlooks when it comes to injuries. Remember Alshon Jefferys preseason injuries entering 2015?Thats why Rawls confident comments leading up to training camp shouldnt be taken to heart; these followed an offseason during which Seahawks coach Pete Carroll couldnt promise an uninterrupted training camp for Rawls. Its one positive step in a healing process thats no guarantee to be setback-free, and one that by all means should cause Carroll to play things conservatively with Rawls preseason usage.Preseason reps would prove extremely useful for a player who was afforded only seven full, uninterrupted starts (primary-back starts) as a rookie.Competition in the backfieldCockcroft: This is what compounds my previous concern -- the Seahawks seemingly tipped their hand concerning a need for depth behind Rawls during the NFL draft, selecting three running backs -- C.J. Prosise, Alex Collins and Zac Brooks -- who now stand as competition for snaps, along with 2015 returnee Christine Michael. All four likely enjoy one advantage: A fully healthy training camp to catch a coachs eye.In particular, Prosise presents the greatest worry. A converted wide receiver, the Notre Dame product was already ticketed to handle third-down duties, cooling any hope that Rawls mightve increasingly contributed in that regard in 2016 after he amassed 38 routes, seven targets and six catches during his final four full games last season. Carroll has already said he has big plans for Prosise; beyond receiving chores, a change-of-pace role behind Rawls, especially early in the season if Rawls isnt truly 100 percent, isnt unthinkable. Comparisons to David Johnson, one year ago at this time, arent entirely out of place, as Prosise possesses a similarly intriguing package of size and speed.A caveat: Prosise missed a good chunk of OTAs with a hip issue, so, like Rawls, his health needs be monitored when camps open.Michael and Collins, meanwhile, could factor in if Rawls isnt ready at the onset of training camp, and either could get significant opportunities during preseason games. Michael finished 2015 with 262 yards on 60 carries in a four-game span from Week 15 through the wild card round. He shed some weight during the offseason and was running with the ones during OTAs. Carroll, remember, proclaimed Rawls and Michael a formidable one-two punch early in the offseason.What Rawls owners dont want is any other running back behind him on the depth chart impressing in the preseasons early stages, tempting Carroll to shift his plans closer to a running back-by-committee arrangement. In an era where such a strategy is widespread, it might not take much convincing.Bowen: The Seahawks drafted three running backs this past spring. Thats a lot of attention to one position, right? No doubt.dddddddddddd And with Carroll, there is going to be true competition. Hes proven in the past that the best guys are going to be on the field regardless of draft status, money, etc. Earn it.Now, the first expected threat to Rawls touches is probably Prosise. He has an NFL style when carrying the ball. Thats pad level on contact and the ability to find daylight. Hes a slasher with pro size, too (6 feet, 220 pounds). I like his game. Plus, hes going to get plenty of opportunities to impress Carrolls staff in practice time and preseason reps.However, regardless of what we have seen on the college tape with Prosise, or how he projects at the NFL level, making the jump to the league isnt that simple. Even if Prosise shows the team that he can run the rock during camp, can he make the transition to the NFL playbook, hold onto the football and do the dirty work? Im talking about pass protection, for example. If you cant block, or pick up blitzes, you dont play in the pros. Its that simple. And many talented backs couldnt get on the field as rookies because they allowed their quarterbacks to take shots under the chin. Thats trouble.This is where Rawls has the advantage after playing a year in the league and showing that he can handle the full-time responsibility of a top back. Yes, competition is good. And the best teams in the league want competition at every position. However, if Rawls is on that practice field during camp, fantasy owners shouldnt panic when they see some competition from a rookie who carried the ball for only one season in South Bend.Darrell Bevells schemeBowen: One of the main reasons I am high on Rawls heading into the season revolves around offensive coordinator Darrell Bevells scheme in Seattle. Its balanced. Its creative. And the running game is a priority. Zone and power. Get downhill. Pound the ball. Questions on that Seattle O-line? Yeah, I hear you -- its suspect.However, with Russell Wilson at quarterback, the game changes. And so does the defensive game plan. Im talking about the zone-read scheme, the ability of the Seahawks to essentially block an unblocked defender through the actual read. Thats the end-man on the line of scrimmage, the defensive end or outside linebacker who has to play the dive (inside zone) to Rawls or stay outside to stop Wilson should he keep itEasy to defend on the chalkboard, but with the threat -- just the simple threat of Wilson pulling the ball and getting to edge -- there are natural running lanes created. Coaches call it the bend when the running back takes the ball and pushes through the lane created by the defensive end staying outside to play the quarterback. And just as we saw with Marshawn Lynch in Seattle, Rawls has the vision -- and the burst through the hole -- to hit that bend and go. Hes a weapon. And he also can get through contact. Rawls led the NFL in 2015 with 2.68 yards after first contact. Hes got some juice in those legs.Given the numbers Rawls produced in 2015, the film he has to back up his game and his fit in Bevells scheme as a downhill runner with the vision to cut and find running lanes, he should be considered a second-tier RB1 for owners this season if his health checks out. And with the reports we are seeing on his injury rehab, Rawls is in line to have another productive year for Carrolls club.Cockcroft: The Seahawks offensive line was one of the leagues worst-performing units in terms of run blocking in 2015, and despite it enduring a lot of turnover during the offseason, its not necessarily that much better on paper. Certainly it shouldnt be ranked in the upper half -- Id argue even a top-20 O-line ranking is somewhat generous -- which is a concern for Rawls chances at repeating his lofty yards-after-contact numbers, especially if his season gets off to a slow start due to injury or limited preseason reps.Granting Rawls the benefit of the doubt, both in the health department as well as his possessing only seven games career evidence, is dangerous in fantasy draft terms. Hed have made my RB1 class without the injury question that probably influenced the Seahawks draft-day strategy; as is, hes a dangerous pick as anything more than a high-end RB2, and I dont like to build my fantasy teams around higher-risk players with my first few picks. I want to believe in Rawls, but doing so fully today isnt being completely realistic.That could always change, however, depending upon how things play out during the preseason. Rawls situation is one requiring a good amount of homework; his progress will need to be closely watched, and those who select him in early drafts will be keeping their fingers crossed that his August progresses smoothly. Today, there just isnt enough certainty that hell secure a role that puts him in position to thrive.? ' ' '