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Official Arian Foster - All Foster news, all the time (5 Viewers)
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Long Ball Larry
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In reviewing some of the different games on rewind, he definitely looked like he had pretty good burst as compared to some other backs.
I only got to the second quarter of this game, but the first series, the Texans were in shotgun, throwing it all over the place, then the next few series were very conservative and run-heavy.
I only got to the second quarter of this game, but the first series, the Texans were in shotgun, throwing it all over the place, then the next few series were very conservative and run-heavy.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
I'm not even remotely kidding when I say I want to see him touch the ball less. O'Brien has to be out of his ####### mind if he thinks Foster is going to hold up on near 30 touches a game. They need to work in Grimes/Blue more (as long as Blue doesn't start vulturing TDs). But yeah, him and Bell (assuming he dropped) were absolute steals at their 3rd round ADP.
dhockster
Footballguy
I agree about working the other backs in more. I do think (or at least hope) O'Brien went ultra conservative with the offense yesterday, because A) they had a big lead most of the game and B) they were playing a rookie QB and they
were not going to make any mistakes to help him out. Keep running the ball, let the clock run, and get out of there with a win.
They will have to mix in more passing against better teams, or they are not going to be successful offensively.
SameSongNDance
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Rick James
Footballguy
wish he'd catch a few more passes per game, but ultimately I'm happy so far
Faust
MVP
Texans could spread out RB carries
http://espn.go.com/blog/houston-texans/post/_/id/7548/texans-could-spread-out-rb-carries
GregR
Footballguy
I'd previously cut Blue (have Foster and Grimes) for roster space, thinking Grimes would be the one who gets the first shot after the Week 1 game. Figured Blue would probably overtake Grimes before the years was done but I'd just try to stay ready to get Blue back from waivers before it happened. After Week 2, I wonder if it's happening already. Picked Blue back up and will probably have to hold both for awhile given my Adrian Peterson and Mark Ingram depleted RB corps. Are others holding both, or committing to one or the other?
unckeyherb
Footballguy
Is there really a belief that blue or grimes will cut into his workload enough to make them viable ff starters? This would obviously mean his value would take a hit if so...
Shutout
Footballguy
IMO, you carry Foster and forget the rest because as long as Foster is going, it will be a series here or a series there and that's it.
In the past the value of the backups got a bit inflated because the Texans were good enough to get a lead and not need Foster in the last series or so (although he often remained in).
In general, what needs to be recognized is he is a true bell cow and the Texans aren't good enough for him to sit half a quarter and IF Foster can't go, then the Texans are suddenly relying on their defense because without Foster, Fitz isn't going to look good at all and the backups are going to end up splitting and the stat line is going to look a lot like one guy gets 10, the other gets 8. Hardly worth holding one or two spots on a roster for 46 yards and an occasional TD.
It's all or nothing with Foster there.
In the past the value of the backups got a bit inflated because the Texans were good enough to get a lead and not need Foster in the last series or so (although he often remained in).
In general, what needs to be recognized is he is a true bell cow and the Texans aren't good enough for him to sit half a quarter and IF Foster can't go, then the Texans are suddenly relying on their defense because without Foster, Fitz isn't going to look good at all and the backups are going to end up splitting and the stat line is going to look a lot like one guy gets 10, the other gets 8. Hardly worth holding one or two spots on a roster for 46 yards and an occasional TD.
It's all or nothing with Foster there.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
I originally felt pretty comfortable with Grimes as the cuff but it looks like raw talent is beginning to win out with Blue. In relief, Blue got all the work in between the 20s and looked to do a good job of moving the chains (granted, OAK sucks in all facets of football). So I'm sitting here, asking myself, "if Foster goes down, am I really going to ever start Grimes". Truth is, I don't think so. I'm likely going to hold for a little bit longer but there's a good chance I trade him in for a new lottery ticket within the next several weeks.
unckeyherb
Footballguy
This is my thinking. Blue or Grimes are never going to be worth anything as long as Foster is dressing. If he is OUT I'd probably not feel comfortable starting them anyways.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
God do I hate reading a sentence with "Foster" and "hamstring" in it.
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Braktastic
Footballguy
Alfred Blue, white courtesy phone.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
The good news here (and trust me, it's good news) is that he practiced in limited fashion. Looking at all the blurbs from last year, whenever an injury popped up he would always miss practice. In fact, the last time Foster practiced in limited fashion was in Oct. of 2012. If he starts missing practice, I'll worry. No need to panic just yet.
Braktastic
Footballguy
I'll roll the dice and preemptively pickup Alfred Blue all the same. The real good news is that by my doing that I'm sure Arian Foster will somehow, miraculously buck his trend of becoming the Bob Sanders of RBs.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
He's listed as questionable this week.
Shutout
Footballguy
No, it started in January through August as people talked him down and passed on him in drafts.
Learn, people. He's a RB. They ALL get hurt at times. They are ALL thought of as ancient artifacts by the time they 28. But the good ones produce. He's a good. one.
RealReactions
Footballguy
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
He's a great one. Fun stat, Foster has the most games with 150+ yards from scrimmage since 2010 (19) Forte has 16, Peterson has 14 and Charles has 12.
SaintsInDome2006
Footballguy
Prognosis for this week? Or, how long will he be out for?
CentralPA
Footballguy
packer_junkie
Footballguy
Haven't really heard. O'Brien comes from the Billechek mold of secrecy…. Hoping to hear more news soon!
PinkydaPimp
Footballguy
i think we are at a point where every foster owner needs to have blue because even when he looks like he will play he could be a last minute scratch. 
We Tigers
Footballguy
The positive side is that Blue did look good. Not great, but good, and the clear #2. The Texans will probably be more comfortable mixing him in for a few series now, getting Foster's weekly workload down to the 20-22 touches range and improving his chances of making it through the season. Blue also looks like he's good enough to give owners 75-80% of Foster's expected fantasy production if needed as a plug-and-play for any game time decisions.
Pots
Footballguy
packer_junkie
Footballguy
Pots, you thought he looked bad? I didn't watch the game. Debating trading for AF-- but a separate owner with a high tag owns blue… Not sure what to do
Shutout
Footballguy
Agree. Foster's absence was the difference between the Texans winning and losing last week. THe GIants are TERRIBLE. But, with that being said, the Texans generated nothing in terms of a threat with Blue. Half his yards were on one play when the Texans were down 10 late. This was not a good showing.
I know our main interest is Foster and fantasy related but the real life Texans NEED Foster out there.
We Tigers
Footballguy
You think? I would have liked a to see a little more breakaway speed on his 46-yarder, but other than that I don't have much to complain about. He had a few carries for a loss, but I didn't see any huge mistakes on his part.Like I said: good, not great. He's a backup and the Texans are much better with Foster on the field, but for fantasy purposes I would call Blue a pretty solid handcuff considering the situation.
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Raiderfan32904
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Braktastic
Footballguy
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Footballguy
That's unfair. Its true. When peyton Manning said its up to my neck and my doctors when I play, its the same statement. He plays when is able and he doesn't know.
dhockster
Footballguy
I have an Arian Foster on my fantasy team. Mainly because I had gone WR-WR in the first two rounds and he was the best back available in the third.
I also don't like Foster because I think he is a very "Me first" type of person. He will do what serves his best interests before anyone elses, including his team. It's a free world and he can act however he wants, but
I am now entirely frustrated with him on my team. I have a feeling that even if his hamstring is 99% ready, he will sit out because "it's just not quite there yet".
I would try trading him but will probably not get a lot for him. I am probably going to have to move one of my WR's to get a more consistent RB.
I also don't like Foster because I think he is a very "Me first" type of person. He will do what serves his best interests before anyone elses, including his team. It's a free world and he can act however he wants, but
I am now entirely frustrated with him on my team. I have a feeling that even if his hamstring is 99% ready, he will sit out because "it's just not quite there yet".
I would try trading him but will probably not get a lot for him. I am probably going to have to move one of my WR's to get a more consistent RB.
VaTerp
Footballguy
I have Foster on two teams. One were I have depth and am in 1st place and another where I'm struggling and have been riddled with injury/suspension.
As much as I need him on the latter team I'd rather he just rest it until he's 100%. Hamstrings linger and are easily retweeked. Better to miss a few weeks now and get it healed than to come back to quickly and deal with it all season.
With Foster you knew there was increased injury risk, which is why we acquired him for less than it would have cost otherwise. When he's been in the lineup he's produced. That's all that I was looking for. Hopefully he gets back on the field, and stays on the field for the majority of the season.
As much as I need him on the latter team I'd rather he just rest it until he's 100%. Hamstrings linger and are easily retweeked. Better to miss a few weeks now and get it healed than to come back to quickly and deal with it all season.
With Foster you knew there was increased injury risk, which is why we acquired him for less than it would have cost otherwise. When he's been in the lineup he's produced. That's all that I was looking for. Hopefully he gets back on the field, and stays on the field for the majority of the season.
dhockster
Footballguy
You are absolutely right about his price being affected by his risk. I got him in the third round because of his risk. It's just frustrating for me that I have to rely on his word as to whether he is healthy or not. It is not an injury that has any sort of outside verification. My issue because I just don't take him at his word. He's getting his paycheck whether he plays or not.
Raiderfan32904
Footballguy
I have a talent deprived dynasty roster, but was fortunate enough to trade Foster for Garcon before the news came out that Foster was inactive. Now my roster's got a punchers chance. Guy was so desperate for a starting RB after last week's mash unit he threw in a 2nd round pick as the cherry on top.
how many times have players came back to soon from a hamstring and it turned a 2 week injury into an 8 week injury? but you can read foster's mind and can even realize how much pain he is in. such psychic ability must do wonders for your fantasy team management. thank you for sharing you insights with the board.
ericttspikes
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dhockster
Footballguy
chill out, dude. I admitted in a subsequent post that this is my issue with Arian. I probably should have never drafted him.
Yes, I agree with you that it is not wise to rush back from a hamstring. But he had a problem with it in preseason, he's got a problem with it now, and most likely he will have a problem with it the rest of the season.
Hey, if I took the pounding he took in the first two weeks (59 touches plus blocking assignments) I might want to take a few weeks off as well.
Braktastic
Footballguy
Foster's got no heart, man. I assume it's from being vegan. I mean, what else could it be? 
