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Nice pat.I believe he has a monster game today vs the Saints in a shootout.
Nice pat.I believe he has a monster game today vs the Saints in a shootout.
Eh one game does not make a WR1. And this was the Saints D.Every week starter ROS?
I don't own him any where, but after the last 2 games he shouldn't leave your flex spot at worst.Eh one game does not make a WR1. And this was the Saints D.
If he keeps producing at the pace that he has been, absolutely.he's been on field for 60% of snaps... sanu 80% first three games....any chance those numbers flip going forward?
Interesting note from Evan Silva. The Saints actually moved Lattimore onto Ridley part of the way through the game last week. It seems like the Saints recognized how tough of a cover he was.he's been on field for 60% of snaps... sanu 80% first three games....any chance those numbers flip going forward?
I am doing the exact same thing, also with Cooks already in the books.Team Smokin' said:Ridley still not getting too much "respect" in the rankings. Folks say sell high, he had his best game of the year; don't chase points.
What if he really is that good and continues to post quality numbers? Matty Ice is playing well, as well as, the entire Atlanta team. When Freeman returns the team has so much diversity. Julio is the guy, which opens everyone else up. What's not to like? I'm starting both Ridley and Boyd (in the flex) this week with Cooks already in the books in one league.
It's tough because there are so about 25 low end WR2, high end WR3s right now. How does one separate Ridley, Boyd, Godwin, Lions WRs, John Brown, the Rams WRs, Sammy, Stills, Desean Jackson, Mike Williams and on and on and on.Team Smokin' said:Ridley still not getting too much "respect" in the rankings. Folks say sell high, he had his best game of the year; don't chase points.
What if he really is that good and continues to post quality numbers? Matty Ice is playing well, as well as, the entire Atlanta team. When Freeman returns the team has so much diversity. Julio is the guy, which opens everyone else up. What's not to like? I'm starting both Ridley and Boyd (in the flex) this week with Cooks already in the books in one league.
Tru Dat - although I like everyone you just stated and most of them have been scooped. I played Godwin in a Flex three weeks in a row in one league with Bell, Ingram, and Edelman out - now make it four. Add Lockett to your list as well...It's tough because there are so about 25 low end WR2, high end WR3s right now. How does one separate Ridley, Boyd, Godwin, Lions WRs, John Brown, the Rams WRs, Sammy, Stills, Desean Jackson, Mike Williams and on and on and on.
Oh yeah, I took Godwin in every draft this year. In my main league, I trade Hopkins so I could get an RB1 and I have Keenan. Behind him, I am really confident I am going to get great WR play every week: Sammy, Godwin, Ridley, Boyd, Callaway and Enunwa. It's just a matter of figuring out who to play week to week. It could be a headache.Tru Dat - although I like everyone you just stated and most of them have been scooped. I played Godwin in a Flex three weeks in a row in one league with Bell, Ingram, and Edelman out - now make it four. Add Lockett to your list as well...
Seems like some of us keep jockeying for the best of the bunch moving forward. We observe and play a game of skill.
Ridley still not getting too much "respect" in the rankings. Folks say sell high, he had his best game of the year; don't chase points.
What if he really is that good and continues to post quality numbers? Matty Ice is playing well, as well as, the entire Atlanta team. When Freeman returns the team has so much diversity. Julio is the guy, which opens everyone else up. What's not to like? I'm starting both Ridley and Boyd (in the flex) this week with Cooks already in the books in one league.
Well that worked out.I am doing the exact same thing, also with Cooks already in the books.
The talent and the opportunity and the surrounding pieces are all there for both guys.
Calvin Ridley played 38-of-70 snaps (54 percent) Week 4 against the Bengals.
Ridley did fantasy players proud by finding the end zone twice, but his snap share took a step back from Week 3. He also saw three fewer targets than Mohamed Sanu. Ridley is still worth using this week in a prime matchup against the Steelers, but his floor does not look particularly sturdy.
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I really hope he starts to see more snaps though. This TD pace can't continue and their are going to be some major duds if he's only on the field half the game.His route running really is top notch, not just for a rookie, but for an NFL receiver. That 30 yard TD last game was just beautiful. Got himself wide open with a hesitation and then blasted right by the poor defender for a wide open shot in the end zone.
I think they love Sanu's blocking. No joke.I’d bet Sanu’s snaps start to suffer & Rodley’s share will rise.
All one has to do is look at the play by play & see “incomplete, deep right, Sanu” and “touchdown, deep right, Ridley”
so glad I started him this week.
And Ryan gets a cap tip too - week 1 “he sucks” “he’s finished” “he can’t throw TDs”.
Now it’s “Matt Ryan “
That actually occurred to me. They were working hard to try and establish the run - I just can’t see them continuing to start Sanu over this kid - the talent is so obvious.I think they love Sanu's blocking. No joke.
Ridley is a good blocker as well.I think they love Sanu's blocking. No joke.
That's a nice sign for the future. I am really torn on whether to sell or not in redraft.Ridley is a good blocker as well.
He seems a little small to be an exceptional blocker.Ridley is a good blocker as well.
So did Hines Ward.He seems a little small to be an exceptional blocker.
Ridley is an inch taller and yet still lighter by 6 pounds compared to Hines as a rookie. Seems a stretch to compare the two, their body types aren't as dissimilar as say compared to a Calvin Johnson, but Ridley is definitely leaner and skinnier.So did Hines Ward.
I wasn't comparing them. I am saying smaller receivers can be good blockers.Ridley is an inch taller and yet still lighter by 6 pounds compared to Hines as a rookie. Seems a stretch to compare the two, their body types aren't as dissimilar as say compared to a Calvin Johnson, but Ridley is definitely leaner and skinnier.
He has excellent understanding of leverage and technique blocking. The reason I first became interested in Ridley is because of his blocking for Henry and Drake. He takes out two defenders with one block on one play I will likely never forget by blocking one defender into another and creating a huge lane.He seems a little small to be an exceptional blocker.
Given this and what he has done in limited work, it sure is tempting to say is that what would have happened if the Lions took OBJ instead of Ebron? Is that how good this Julio-Ridley combo could be?He has excellent understanding of leverage and technique blocking. The reason I first became interested in Ridley is because of his blocking for Henry and Drake. He takes out two defenders with one block on one play I will likely never forget by blocking one defender into another and creating a huge lane.
NFL players are harder to block than college players though. I have seen Ridley be very good at it multiple times at the college level.
It very well could be.Ilov80s said:Given this and what he has done in limited work, it sure is tempting to say is that what would have happened if the Lions took OBJ instead of Ebron? Is that how good this Julio-Ridley combo could be?
totally agree with this. Pittsburgh pass d has been very suspect this year, leading to Ridley being ranked pretty high this week, though Pit is getting Hilton and Burnett back, so spooking me a little.His route running really is top notch, not just for a rookie, but for an NFL receiver. That 30 yard TD last game was just beautiful. Got himself wide open with a hesitation and then blasted right by the poor defender for a wide open shot in the end zone.
I’m surprised there is less talk/hype in here. It’s a great matchup for Ridley and I’m hoping to be able to sell high after this game.Long Ball Larry said:totally agree with this. Pittsburgh pass d has been very suspect this year, leading to Ridley being ranked pretty high this week, though Pit is getting Hilton and Burnett back, so spooking me a little.
I believe he was considered to be the best route runner in this class.For a rookie he looks pretty comfortable, yes?
Calvin Ridley (ankle) participated in his second consecutive practice on Saturday.
It's unknown if Ridley, who was limited on Friday, was a full participant on Saturday. Either way, it's tremendous progress and puts him on pace to play Monday night against the Giants. Teammate Mohamed Sanu (hip) was also seen running routes and participating in drills. Coach Dan Quinn will have a status update on both following the team's practice.
Source: Jason Butt on Twitter
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