Alex Green Packers (Maybe there is something here?) (1 Viewer)

[jacobo_moses]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

 

[Eminence]

I like his speed and pass-catching ability. He flashed in pre-season last year and with Grant gone, there's one less body to beat out. I've got him as a sleeper.

 

[Terpman22]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now. What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!Check out this link before you comment. http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftabilityIt seems promising.

Def. a hold IMO. I drafted him in rookie drafts last year, mid 2 I think. Dropped him in a few, was able to grab him late in a few. No reason to not hold at this point. Starks is garbage. Everyone is still pining for those 3 playoff games he had in their SB run.

 

[jacobo_moses]

His value should only go up from here anyway.

 

[benson_will_lead_the_way]

You fail to mention his torn ACL.

From what i've read, the Packers are enamored with Brandon Saine.

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

In any format other than best-ball I don't think any RB on the roster is worth much.

 

[sho nuff]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now. What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!Check out this link before you comment. http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftabilityIt seems promising.

1. True...and tore his ACL.2. Not yet.3. True.4. Sure...some undrafteds though and have Saine too who did not tear his ACL.With or without Grant, can't see Green doing too much just yet coming off the injury and competing for carries in a pass first offense. Goalline work will still be pass...Rodgers...or Kuhn.

 

[loose circuits]

if I owned him, I'd be ecstatic to get a late 2nd round pick in this draft. Seems like wishful thinking from someone that just overpaid. Saine has elite passing game skills and should have an expanded role. Starks will be invovled. Not sure what that leaves for Green considering he's coming off the injury and everything...Late 2nd I'd rather have a Turbin, Pierce, or maybe even L. James or L. Miller

 

[smackdaddies]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

Lets bring some sanity1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers. So what? Brandon Jackson was a 3rd round pick. How did that work out?

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much. Really? Not yet......

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long. True enough

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really. Really? Or is that actually? Or how about period?

5. Brandon Saine

6. KKKKKKKKKKKKUUUUUUUUUUHHHHHHHHHHNNNNNNNNNNNN

7. Rodgers

Finally, you could just go with McCarthy just doesnt care about the run game

 

[benson_will_lead_the_way]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

Lets bring some sanity1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers. So what? Brandon Jackson was a 3rd round pick. How did that work out?

2nd round pick, but otherwise I agree with your post.

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

I never realized he was IR'ed in Cleveland all year.

 

[griff321]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now. What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!Check out this link before you comment. http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftabilityIt seems promising.

1. True...and tore his ACL.2. Not yet.3. True.4. Sure...some undrafteds though and have Saine too who did not tear his ACL.With or without Grant, can't see Green doing too much just yet coming off the injury and competing for carries in a pass first offense. Goalline work will still be pass...Rodgers...or Kuhn.

Grant showed he has more than a little left after he fully recovered from the injury last season, but what do you think his chances are of signing with the Pack? He seems a bit disgruntled with what the Pack was offering or a lack of an offer and wants to move on. Do you think that's all fluff and he'll be back unless a team makes him an offer he can't refuse(doubtful)? I almost think that Grant will be back, and if not they'll get another FA vet. With all the injury history with the current backs I just can't see the Pack feeling secure. Sure looks about as clear as mud right now, but I think Starks or even Saine has a better chance than Green.

 

[smackdaddies]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

1. True...and tore his ACL.2. Not yet.

3. True.

4. Sure...some undrafteds though and have Saine too who did not tear his ACL.

With or without Grant, can't see Green doing too much just yet coming off the injury and competing for carries in a pass first offense. Goalline work will still be pass...Rodgers...or Kuhn.

Grant showed he has more than a little left after he fully recovered from the injury last season, but what do you think his chances are of signing with the Pack? He seems a bit disgruntled with what the Pack was offering or a lack of an offer and wants to move on. Do you think that's all fluff and he'll be back unless a team makes him an offer he can't refuse(doubtful)? I almost think that Grant will be back, and if not they'll get another FA vet. With all the injury history with the current backs I just can't see the Pack feeling secure with the current guys. Sure looks about as clear as mud right now, but I think Starks or even Saine has a better chance than Green.

So, what was Ryan Grants avg per carry, say the last five games of the season? Must of sucked since he is so old and injury ridden.

Last year, Grant started out slowly upon his return from ankle surgery, but late in the year he looked much more like the 1,000-yard rusher he had been for the Packers in 2008 and '09.In his last five games, he carried 50 times for 276 yards and two touchdowns, averaging a healthy 5.5 yards per carry. He also caught eight passes for 179 yards, including an 80-yard touchdown on a screen pass.

But sure, he is washed up

 

[The Kerminator]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

1. True...and tore his ACL.2. Not yet.

3. True.

4. Sure...some undrafteds though and have Saine too who did not tear his ACL.

With or without Grant, can't see Green doing too much just yet coming off the injury and competing for carries in a pass first offense. Goalline work will still be pass...Rodgers...or Kuhn.

Grant showed he has more than a little left after he fully recovered from the injury last season, but what do you think his chances are of signing with the Pack? He seems a bit disgruntled with what the Pack was offering or a lack of an offer and wants to move on. Do you think that's all fluff and he'll be back unless a team makes him an offer he can't refuse(doubtful)? I almost think that Grant will be back, and if not they'll get another FA vet. With all the injury history with the current backs I just can't see the Pack feeling secure with the current guys. Sure looks about as clear as mud right now, but I think Starks or even Saine has a better chance than Green.

I haven't read anything to indicate he is disgruntled with the Packers or what they offered. I'm not sure they even made an offer. I think their stance is to let him test the market and see what his value is. He doesn't seem to be attracting a lot of interest right now. I think he'll eventually re-sign with the Packers.

 

[sho nuff]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

1. True...and tore his ACL.2. Not yet.

3. True.

4. Sure...some undrafteds though and have Saine too who did not tear his ACL.

With or without Grant, can't see Green doing too much just yet coming off the injury and competing for carries in a pass first offense. Goalline work will still be pass...Rodgers...or Kuhn.

Grant showed he has more than a little left after he fully recovered from the injury last season, but what do you think his chances are of signing with the Pack? He seems a bit disgruntled with what the Pack was offering or a lack of an offer and wants to move on. Do you think that's all fluff and he'll be back unless a team makes him an offer he can't refuse(doubtful)? I almost think that Grant will be back, and if not they'll get another FA vet. With all the injury history with the current backs I just can't see the Pack feeling secure with the current guys. Sure looks about as clear as mud right now, but I think Starks or even Saine has a better chance than Green.

I haven't read anything to indicate he is disgruntled with the Packers or what they offered. I'm not sure they even made an offer. I think their stance is to let him test the market and see what his value is. He doesn't seem to be attracting a lot of interest right now. I think he'll eventually re-sign with the Packers.

Agreed...I think he knows their game with players his age and at this point in their careers.Willing to let you walk...but go out and see what you can find and give us a chance to match it.

 

[Dismattle]

I was going to post my thoughts on things like ie. I believe Grant is probably needed by a few teams, and too not overlook the trackstar RB too etc.

But for leagues w no limit rosters: Nicholas Cooper (6-0, 240) RB, Winston-Salem State: Left school with one semester of eligibility remaining. Could have sat out this spring and played next fall but elected to go pro after rushing for 1,808 yards and 22 touchdowns last season for the Division II school. Also had 22 catches and two receiving touchdowns. According to the Winston-Salem Journal, the Packers have told Cooper they plan to play him at fullback. Ran a 4.73 40 and did 19 reps on the bench at the Wake Forest pro day on March 19.

IF he makes the team!

I dont really know much just yet about Cooper, but if your like me and made the mistake of trying to roster the GB RB to have (its worth knowing his name at this point) The coach likes brusiers, and Seine is @ the same stature as Green imo, But Cooper sounds like a bruiser.

fwiw I own Starks, and Green (maybe a chance Green or Seine become carrer GB RB3) but one RB could earn some playing time for ie. max protection plays, short yardage, GL, and maybe running out the clock against some defensive fronts.

I know its impossible to say who you could have had @ 2nd rnd pick, but Id have been tickled pink to get the kid from Oregon.. fwiw Im on the Richardson Train, better warm fuzzy feelin for the protege

p.s. Id really enjoy reading some more feedback from the Packer fans on this! I know its a passing team, we cant all own/start ie Ray Rice, and in 12 man Leagues as you know: choices get slimmer!

/edit team Sig not current

 

[Shutout]

I was thinking Saine was the guy they liked beyond Starks.

 

[Buck Stop]

I traded Green away for Flacco in one of my PPR dynasty leagues. If he becomes the starter I'm gonna be :X

 

[zadok]

I think the Pack should trade for Knowshon Moreno and have Starks be his 1B.

 

[Dismattle]

I was thinking Saine was the guy they liked beyond Starks.

I traded Green away for Flacco in one of my PPR dynasty leagues. If he becomes the starter I'm gonna be :X

I do believe Saine has recieved some praise, but I also believe Green is who made it possible to negotiate salarys last Season. The return from injury (lack of actual game time) does add confusion to this Season. Both players lack in actual play-time..imo Green could become a Stud RB, but in GB the point differential between a top 12 QB/RB w playing time, would be much greater then Green/lower tier QB (Coach sees an advanatage to using time-share, two RB's rdy to go) For the most part its much easier to gauge a QB's performance, then some RB's (points mean nothing on the bn)p.s. Im gonna hold off on any more posts, untill I hear some real info!

 

[griff321]

I think the Pack should trade for Knowshon Moreno and have Starks be his 1B.

That'd be cool and probably work, but that's just not how Darth Thompson builds his teams. Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lolI think the most likely scenario is Grant as 1A and Starks as 1B. If Grant moves on it becomes a game to game situation.

 

[Kleck]

Of all the Packer RBs, Alex Green intrigues me the most. I believe he has the best overall skill set amongst the current group. He's got to be healthy to compete though, and has a lot to prove since he didn't get much of a chance last year. Reports I'm hearing about his ACL recovery sound promising and he should be ready for training camp.

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lol

I remember people saying TT should be fired for not trying to get Larry Johnson. What're you gonna do.

 

[BallparkFrank]

I think the Pack should trade for Knowshon Moreno and have Starks be his 1B.

That'd be cool and probably work, but that's just not how Darth Thompson builds his teams. Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lol

I think the most likely scenario is Grant as 1A and Starks as 1B. If Grant moves on it becomes a game to game situation.

So, you're saying TT wouldn't trade for a RB, but he's likely to start a RB that he traded for?

 

[griff321]

I think the Pack should trade for Knowshon Moreno and have Starks be his 1B.

That'd be cool and probably work, but that's just not how Darth Thompson builds his teams. Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lol

I think the most likely scenario is Grant as 1A and Starks as 1B. If Grant moves on it becomes a game to game situation.

So, you're saying TT wouldn't trade for a RB, but he's likely to start a RB that he traded for?

I'm saying it's not going to be a guy like Moreno if it ever happened. Grant was traded for a sixth after he missed all of 2006. Think he started the season as a third string back.

 

[Sup_Yo]

FWIW, I know Alex's grandma and have spoken to him about the knee. He said he's feeling great and will be ready to go this season. I wouldn't really expect him to say otherwise though!

 

[cr8f]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now. What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!Check out this link before you comment. http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftabilityIt seems promising.

Def. a hold IMO. I drafted him in rookie drafts last year, mid 2 I think. Dropped him in a few, was able to grab him late in a few. No reason to not hold at this point. Starks is garbage. Everyone is still pining for those 3 playoff games he had in their SB run.

I took him late. They saw him as a replacement for Brandon Jackson with more speed and wiggle. Randall Cobb could take some of the 3rd down carries though too, but don't be surprised if he beats out Starks. You never know with these guys. But Grant could still be resigned so everything is still in play there.

 

[cr8f]

Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lol

I remember people saying TT should be fired for not trying to get Larry Johnson. What're you gonna do.

I wanted him to get Lynch for a 3rd(what they paid for Green)TT did trade a 6th for Grant.

I think the Pack should trade for Knowshon Moreno and have Starks be his 1B.

That'd be cool and probably work, but that's just not how Darth Thompson builds his teams. Remember all the Lynch to the pack talk last year? lolI think the most likely scenario is Grant as 1A and Starks as 1B. If Grant moves on it becomes a game to game situation.

What are you laughing about? He was traded to Seattle because they thought they'd get a higher pick there. Wish he would have offered a 3rd but that's water under the bridge now.Ted has had better success with late round RB's over a 2nd like Brandon Jackson.

 

[loose circuits]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...

even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

 

[TheFanatic]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

3 roster spots for a backup NFL running back? How big are your rosters? 34/team. Seems like a lot more wishful Ryan Grant backup running back owners.

 

[werdnoynek]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

3 roster spots for a backup NFL running back? How big are your rosters? 34/team. Seems like a lot more wishful Ryan Grant backup running back owners.

they're all backups! and the backups have backups! it's the packers. we haven't had a stud running back in ages. it doesn't matter. whoever gets the ball will be somewhat successful. imo, any one of the young guys could put up numbers this season. grant may stick but i don't think he can keep the other three youngins off the field. you're right and he is too... there's going to be something there. who? not a clue. but keep your ears and/or eyes open this off season and i think we'll find out. ETA: from what i've seen, i think green is the most talented of the backs. if there was one packer i'd roster it would be him. but as a packer fan i try not to roster our backs for the same reason we're talking about this...

 

[Sabertooth]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

3 roster spots for a backup NFL running back? How big are your rosters? 34/team. Seems like a lot more wishful Ryan Grant backup running back owners.

they're all backups! and the backups have backups! it's the packers. we haven't had a stud running back in ages. it doesn't matter. whoever gets the ball will be somewhat successful. imo, any one of the young guys could put up numbers this season. grant may stick but i don't think he can keep the other three youngins off the field. you're right and he is too... there's going to be something there. who? not a clue. but keep your ears and/or eyes open this off season and i think we'll find out. ETA: from what i've seen, i think green is the most talented of the backs. if there was one packer i'd roster it would be him. but as a packer fan i try not to roster our backs for the same reason we're talking about this...

Ages? Ahman Green was an 1800 yard rusher.

 

[sho nuff]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

Or realists who saw Grant last year still look better than Starks had looked.

 

[werdnoynek]

seems like a lot of wishful Ryan Grant owners in this thread...even though I said he wasn't worth much earlier, I just traded Blount for Alex Green because I already own Starks/Saine. We'll see how this plays out

3 roster spots for a backup NFL running back? How big are your rosters? 34/team. Seems like a lot more wishful Ryan Grant backup running back owners.

they're all backups! and the backups have backups! it's the packers. we haven't had a stud running back in ages. it doesn't matter. whoever gets the ball will be somewhat successful. imo, any one of the young guys could put up numbers this season. grant may stick but i don't think he can keep the other three youngins off the field. you're right and he is too... there's going to be something there. who? not a clue. but keep your ears and/or eyes open this off season and i think we'll find out. ETA: from what i've seen, i think green is the most talented of the backs. if there was one packer i'd roster it would be him. but as a packer fan i try not to roster our backs for the same reason we're talking about this...

Ages? Ahman Green was an 1800 yard rusher.

almost 10 years is an age to me... batman was good but was he superman? not in my book.

 

[Dawg Pound 69]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

Def. a hold IMO. I drafted him in rookie drafts last year, mid 2 I think. Dropped him in a few, was able to grab him late in a few. No reason to not hold at this point. Starks is garbage. Everyone is still pining for those 3 playoff games he had in their SB run.

I took him late. They saw him as a replacement for Brandon Jackson with more speed and wiggle.

Randall Cobb could take some of the 3rd down carries though too, but don't be surprised if he beats out Starks. You never know with these guys. But Grant could still be resigned so everything is still in play there.

Where did you hear this ? Are they planning to use Cobb similar to how Minny uses Harvin ? Cobb seems too slight for this.

 

[BallparkFrank]

I picked up Alex Green from an owner for a late 2nd Rnd pick. Maybe there is something to this kid

1) Was drafted last year in round 3 by Packers

2) Ryan Grant is gone pretty much

3) Starks can never stay healthy for too long.

4) Packers went the whole NFL Rookie draft without taking an RB really.

Maybe Alex Green is worth holding onto. I was going to trade him. But his value isn't very high in Dynasty circles right now.

What do you guys think? Maybe there is something to this kid!!

Check out this link before you comment.

http://footballoutsiders.com/varsity-numbers/2012/varsity-numbers-2011-adj-poe-and-draftability

It seems promising.

Def. a hold IMO. I drafted him in rookie drafts last year, mid 2 I think. Dropped him in a few, was able to grab him late in a few. No reason to not hold at this point. Starks is garbage. Everyone is still pining for those 3 playoff games he had in their SB run.

I took him late. They saw him as a replacement for Brandon Jackson with more speed and wiggle.

Randall Cobb could take some of the 3rd down carries though too, but don't be surprised if he beats out Starks. You never know with these guys. But Grant could still be resigned so everything is still in play there.

Where did you hear this ? Are they planning to use Cobb similar to how Minny uses Harvin ? Cobb seems too slight for this.

Randall Cobb: 192 pounds - Percy Harvin: 184 pounds