Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, New York Giants (1 Viewer)

[Jason Wood]

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[netnalp]

Chronic foot issues, declining YPC, has played all 16 games once and the Giants drafted a talented rookie. I think he'll miss 3-5 games and will be on a pitch-count all season. It wouldn't be a surprise if Bradshaw isn't on the team next year, since Reese seems to make draft picks with an eye on what the team will be a year later.

rushing 720/5 rec 32/210/2.

 

[Raiderfan32904]

The chronic foot issues are troubling, but Bradshaw has proven to be an all-around weapon when healthy. I dont see David Wilson adding anything to the table that Bradshaw can't do, so I dont buy into the David Wilson bandwagon. Not yet anyway. And that all depends on if you really believe Bradshaw is close to being done. I dont. Hes only 26 years old, and has had a complete offseason to recover and heal. He should be the primary ball carrier in the Giants backfield and I dont see Wilson replacing Brandon Jacobs numbers as a complimentary back. The Wilson hype train is going to make Bradshaw a steal in drafts this year, and he will be an expensive handcuff to a quality mid-round RB like Bradshaw. It is a roll of the dice and if you draft Bradshaw, so you probably should go ahead and invest in Wilson to cover your bases.

Bradshaw screams value to me (in the mid rounds 4-6).

225/945/9 rushing with 40/300/1 receiving

 

[Donsmith753]

The chronic foot issues are troubling, but Bradshaw has proven to be an all-around weapon when healthy. I don’t see David Wilson adding anything to the table that Bradshaw can't do, so I don’t buy into the David Wilson bandwagon. Not yet anyway. And that all depends on if you really believe Bradshaw is close to being done. I don’t. He’s only 26 years old, and has had a complete offseason to recover and heal. He should be the primary ball carrier in the Giants backfield and I don’t see Wilson replacing Brandon Jacobs numbers as a complimentary back. The Wilson hype train is going to make Bradshaw a steal in drafts this year, and he will be an expensive handcuff to a quality mid-round RB like Bradshaw. It is a roll of the dice and if you draft Bradshaw, so you probably should go ahead and invest in Wilson to cover your bases. Bradshaw screams value to me (in the mid rounds 4-6).225/945/9 rushing with 4/300/1 receiving

Assuming receptions is a typo?

 

[Raiderfan32904]

Assuming receptions is a typo?

yes, sorry. fixed.

 

[fightingillini]

Bradshaw is a high risk medium reward player. Has a lot of injury issues and fumbling issues. That said, he's a good runner and receiver on a very good NYG offense. With no Jacobs, Bradshaw clearly is the lead dog. How much he can get will be up in the air. Question is.....is he worth a 4th round pick? With the projection below, yes, but barely. I am not sure how much upside he really has due to his injury/fumbling issues. I would be more comfortable with him in the 5th round as my RB2, since I would have to take another RB quickly to hedge my risk. In the 4th and 5th rounds, I am looking for someone that can provide me 2nd round type value if things go right. I think an awful lot of things need to go right for Bradshaw to provide 2nd round value. So unless I can get him in the 5th round or later, I would likely pass.

225 car, 900 yds rushing, 7 TD

40 rec, 300 yds receiving, 1 TD

 

[Shutout]

The chronic foot issues are troubling, but Bradshaw has proven to be an all-around weapon when healthy. I dont see David Wilson adding anything to the table that Bradshaw can't do, so I dont buy into the David Wilson bandwagon. Not yet anyway. And that all depends on if you really believe Bradshaw is close to being done. I dont. Hes only 26 years old, and has had a complete offseason to recover and heal. He should be the primary ball carrier in the Giants backfield and I dont see Wilson replacing Brandon Jacobs numbers as a complimentary back. The Wilson hype train is going to make Bradshaw a steal in drafts this year, and he will be an expensive handcuff to a quality mid-round RB like Bradshaw. It is a roll of the dice and if you draft Bradshaw, so you probably should go ahead and invest in Wilson to cover your bases.

Bradshaw screams value to me (in the mid rounds 4-6).

225/945/9 rushing with 40/300/1 receiving

Stay healthy?The Giants have been on record for 2+ seasons saying the do not want Bradshaw carrying a heavy load.

Wilson can carry the load AND has a lot fo the same attributes of Bradshaw.

The Giants drafted Wilson in the first (something they NEVER do).

I think the handwriting is on the wall: Bradshaw will have heavy value early and won't go away, but if the Giants are a good team this year, I expect by the time the weather turns, Wilson will be a workhorse RB for the Giants. I thik the giants see tiki Barber all over again in Wilson.

 

[netnalp]

Camp will be interesting. I expect the team will want to limit Bradshaw's reps but I can see Bradshaw wanting reps to show he can keep the rookie at bay. During past seasons Bradshaw got full reps in camp and during the season till his foot would get injured, then he'd practice one day and play in the game if he was able. I'll be looking to see if Bradshaw is limited from the start of camp. Limited work protects the foot, but also helps the rookie Wilson.

If Bradshaw gets full reps, then I think that increases the chance of more foot problems from wear and he might push it too much to keep the rookie at bay.

 

[seabronc]

I haven't heard much lately on Bradshaw's foot. I'm assuming he is not a minicamp participant? While I don't see Wilson being ready to take over immediately, Bradshaw's declining YPC the last four years is worrisome... could we see something this year where he is no more effective than the guys behind him?

 

[netnalp]

I haven't heard much lately on Bradshaw's foot. I'm assuming he is not a minicamp participant? While I don't see Wilson being ready to take over immediately, Bradshaw's declining YPC the last four years is worrisome... could we see something this year where he is no more effective than the guys behind him?

Minicamp starts this Tuesday. He hasn't been at OTAs because he got a stem cell injection in his right foot. It was a non-surgical procedure. The intent is that this will solve his foot problems so he doesn't have future problems. Just have to wait and see.Bradshaw said in an interview April 2nd that he wouldn't be at OTAs or minicamp to give the foot plenty of rest.

 

[Bayhawks]

Bradshaw no longer has to contend with Brandon Jacobs, but the Giants drafted a talented rookie in the 1st round. I think Bradshaw will get about 55% of the carries, but a higher % of the passing plays, due to more experience in the pass game/blocking.

Bradshaw:

210 carries, 903 rush yards, 8 rush TD, 50 receptions, 375 rec yards, 1 rec TD.

1278 total yards, 9 total TDs, good for right around RB20 (non-PPR).

 

[shadyridr]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray

Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.

If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.

My projections:

260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

 

[Bracie Smathers]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.My projections:260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct. I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

 

[az_prof]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.My projections:260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct. I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

I don't think Bradshaw will get "75% of the touches." Not even if he stays healthy. Not too many RBs in the NFL get that kind of usage anymore.But I do think your projection, "My projections:260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td" is attainable. That pretty much is what Bradshaw did in 2010. Assuming that the rookie puts up the kind of numbers Jacobs did, that becomes possible. But the team didn't run block well last season, so a lot will depend on whether they can improve the blocking and of course if Bradshaw's foot heals well.

 

[Tanner9919]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray

Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.

If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.

My projections:

260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.

He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct.

I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.

Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

he's been one of the brightest stars in Giants camp,drawing rave reviews.Bradshaw will get his usual numbers...but don't discount Wilson.. he's going to do MORE than what Jacobs did in the past..Wilson doesn't dance before hitting the hole, he just goes...Jacobs would dance before hitting the hole..he was tentative..Wilson is decisive.

 

[netnalp]

Wilson has been impressive with his ability to catch as well as his running. It could be they compensate with his lack of blocking experience by having Eli audible to a screen pass.

 

[ponchsox]

I would be very happy with Bradshaw as my #2. I don't see much difference with Bradshaw then I do guys like Murray, Richardson, Forte, etc. Yes, he has foot issues but he's a good bet to get the lions share of carries and the goal line carries in New York. Wilson will get touches but there isn't anyone else in the picture.

 

[go jints]

I would be very happy with Bradshaw as my #2. I don't see much difference with Bradshaw then I do guys like Murray, Richardson, Forte, etc. Yes, he has foot issues but he's a good bet to get the lions share of carries and the goal line carries in New York. Wilson will get touches but there isn't anyone else in the picture.

Agreed.my projections:240/1008/9 45/338/1

 

[Multiple Scores]

Mark me down as someone with positivity on Bradshaw, number two who will flirt and likely score a number one rank.

 

[shadyridr]

I would be very happy with Bradshaw as my #2. I don't see much difference with Bradshaw then I do guys like Murray, Richardson, Forte, etc. Yes, he has foot issues but he's a good bet to get the lions share of carries and the goal line carries in New York. Wilson will get touches but there isn't anyone else in the picture.

Exactly. I have Bradshaw projected with more pts than all 3 except with those other guys you pretty much have to take them as your #1 RB. Bradshaw you can take as your #2.

 

[Gawain]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray

Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.

If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.

My projections:

260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.

He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct.

I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.

Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

he's been one of the brightest stars in Giants camp,drawing rave reviews.Bradshaw will get his usual numbers...but don't discount Wilson.. he's going to do MORE than what Jacobs did in the past..Wilson doesn't dance before hitting the hole, he just goes...Jacobs would dance before hitting the hole..he was tentative..Wilson is decisive.

Where have you heard this? When I've been listening to WFAN do their updates from Giants camp, the reporter talks about how Wilson needs to learn that he cannot attempt 5 cuts before he gets to the hole because he will be tackled in the backfield. It did not sound like he has been tremendously decisive and that Wilson still has some dancing mentality to his running. Andre Brown also got mention as making the team because of his ability to pick up the blitz. Sounds like Ware may be the odd-man out because of his salary. I haven't heard negatives about Wilson, but also haven't heard glowing reports.

 

[netnalp]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray

Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.

If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.

My projections:

260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.

He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct.

I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.

Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

he's been one of the brightest stars in Giants camp,drawing rave reviews.Bradshaw will get his usual numbers...but don't discount Wilson.. he's going to do MORE than what Jacobs did in the past..Wilson doesn't dance before hitting the hole, he just goes...Jacobs would dance before hitting the hole..he was tentative..Wilson is decisive.

Where have you heard this? When I've been listening to WFAN do their updates from Giants camp, the reporter talks about how Wilson needs to learn that he cannot attempt 5 cuts before he gets to the hole because he will be tackled in the backfield. It did not sound like he has been tremendously decisive and that Wilson still has some dancing mentality to his running. Andre Brown also got mention as making the team because of his ability to pick up the blitz. Sounds like Ware may be the odd-man out because of his salary. I haven't heard negatives about Wilson, but also haven't heard glowing reports.

On the Giants.com camp update video for 8/8. They are asked to name the player having the best camp. The beat writer says, everyone says Wilson. He'd like to mention someone else but he has to go with Wilson too. Even a better camp than Herzlich is having he says.Camp Report

 

[Badgers Fan]

I think that if he can mange 16 games, Bradshaw is a darkhorse to lead the NFL in touchdowns and finish as a top 5 rb in ANY setting (standard, ppr, td heavy, etc). I don't think he quite reaches that status, but every week he's out there he should be considered a low end rb1 option.

16 games (just because you can't really project injuries, he did play a full slate just 2 years ago)

270 carries

4.3 ypc

1160 rush yards

45 rec

7.5 ypc

337 yards

roughly 1500 total yards

12 total td's

if completely healthy, rb5

 

[Gawain]

Am I crazy to think this guy will be a stud this year? Sure he runs hard and always seems to get dinged up but so do guys like McFadden and Mathews and theyre going in the first round. Last year he missed 12 games but the prior two years he played 16 & 15. He gets dinged up but dude plays through injuries. Hes tough as nails. My projections for this guy (assuming a full season) put him 7th among RBs behind MJD but ahead of Forte & Murray

Sure they drafted a RB in the 1st rd but this is not a RBBC. Bradshaw will get 75% of the touches while Wilson (or whomever else) will give him a breather. You think theyre gonna trust a rookie with pass protection and risk injuring their prize QB? Also, Jacobs is gone. This means Bradshaw gets all goalline touches and hes already proven he can handle them. Last 3 years he has 7, 8, & 9 TDs all with Jacobs there. This year hes a lock for double digits. Receptions? I see no reason why he cant have over 45 again. With the departure of Ballard and Manningham, two of Manning's security blankets are gone and that leaves Bradshaw.

If you can get this guy as your RB2 consider yourself VERY lucky. If you draft a QB in round one and then follow up with a Charles/Bradshaw combo in the next two rounds I think your set.

ETA: The suggestion also was that Ramses Barden probably won't make the team. Sad for a guy that I thought had some talent at one point.

My projections:

260 att, 1170 yds, 4.5 ypc, 10 tds, 45 rec, 315 yds, 1 td

I have the exact same feeling that Ahmad Bradshaw is going to have a really good year.I haven't heard much about Wilson and I full faith in Bradshaw.

He does have the injury threat but I like him this year and I think your numbers look correct.

I don't think the Giants will risk using the rookie on passing downs and expose Eli unless he proves he has mastered blitz pickups and that takes time. Bradshaw can do-it-all and he's great coming out of the backfield so I think it will be tough for the rookie to show what he can do.

Realistically Ahmad will get digned and the rookie will eventually get his shot but Bradshaw should have another solid season so I like your numbers.

he's been one of the brightest stars in Giants camp,drawing rave reviews.Bradshaw will get his usual numbers...but don't discount Wilson.. he's going to do MORE than what Jacobs did in the past..Wilson doesn't dance before hitting the hole, he just goes...Jacobs would dance before hitting the hole..he was tentative..Wilson is decisive.

Where have you heard this? When I've been listening to WFAN do their updates from Giants camp, the reporter talks about how Wilson needs to learn that he cannot attempt 5 cuts before he gets to the hole because he will be tackled in the backfield. It did not sound like he has been tremendously decisive and that Wilson still has some dancing mentality to his running. Andre Brown also got mention as making the team because of his ability to pick up the blitz. Sounds like Ware may be the odd-man out because of his salary. I haven't heard negatives about Wilson, but also haven't heard glowing reports.

On the Giants.com camp update video for 8/8. They are asked to name the player having the best camp. The beat writer says, everyone says Wilson. He'd like to mention someone else but he has to go with Wilson too. Even a better camp than Herzlich is having he says.

Damn you Francesca for leading me astray. It doesn't surprise me at all that Coughlin isn't giving him more 1st team reps. I think the real thing to watch is Wilson's pass blocking in the first 3 preseason games. Bradshaw is a very good pass blocker. If Wilson can perform almost as well as Bradshaw in that area of the game, I think it gives Wilson a lot more opportunity to see the field. The other options the Giants have (Brown, Ware and Scott) aren't real threats to see carries, so even the "40" of a 60/40 split should carry fair value.It's worth pointing out that Bradshaw hasn't missed a practice during training camp, claiming his feet feel "great," but if Wilson is talented and able to pass block, there's no reason why he couldn't see a decent workload.