Anyone else feel like LT is going to be this year's SOD? (1 Viewer)

[Raider Nation]

I'll be the first to say that I've been shocked at how much better Tomlinson has looked this year than last year. It's not just New York's offensive line- Tomlinson has been making plays this year that 2009 Tomlinson could not have made.

31 year-old RBs whose production has dramatically declined three consecutive seasons don't usually find a spring in their step in season #10. Which means he was hurt more badly than we realized, or he is supremely determined to prove that the Chargers made a mistake. If it's the latter, that likely means LT was dogging it in San Diego, and I'd prefer not to believe that.

 

[Dragon1952]

In addition to LT probably hurting more than was known, I think the Charger OL was as bad as suspected. No way would LT ever dog it. He's too much of a competitor.

 

[Warrior]

I think it's 95% due to the O-line. Going from a below average OL to one of the best in the NFL will rejuvinate any player...I think Shaun Alexander would look just as good behind that O-line here.

 

[SSOG]

I think it's 95% due to the O-line. Going from a below average OL to one of the best in the NFL will rejuvinate any player...I think Shaun Alexander would look just as good behind that O-line here.

My impression upon watching the games is that it's not just the O-Line. Tomlinson himself looks substantially different than he did last season.

 

[atcdav]

This must be the crow-eating room. Nice job Hoart. I am glad I grabbed him, forget where but around round 9. Looks to be an every week start for now. On the way to SOD

 

[Tom Baker]

I'll be the first to say that I've been shocked at how much better Tomlinson has looked this year than last year. It's not just New York's offensive line- Tomlinson has been making plays this year that 2009 Tomlinson could not have made.

31 year-old RBs whose production has dramatically declined three consecutive seasons don't usually find a spring in their step in season #10. Which means he was hurt more badly than we realized, or he is supremely determined to prove that the Chargers made a mistake. If it's the latter, that likely means LT was dogging it in San Diego, and I'd prefer not to believe that.

Here's the phrase you should be posting: "I was wrong."Feel free to cut and paste.

 

[SaintsInDome2006]

If the issue is potential SOD...

....why isn't McFadden getting mentioned?

He's way outscoring and outperforming LT right now.

It just won't last, is that it?

 

[gethugefast1]

Little hungover or just out of the loop...

What does SOD stand for?

 

[Raider Nation]

If the issue is potential SOD.......why isn't McFadden getting mentioned?He's way outscoring and outperforming LT right now.It just won't last, is that it?

Barring injury, there's no reason why it won't last. Bush was back last week, and he had only 3 carries to McFadden's 25. Still, if you have McFadden you should make sure to get Bush as well. Oakland should continue to run the ball effectively if nothing else.

 

[SSOG]

Little hungover or just out of the loop...What does SOD stand for?

Steal Of Draft

 

[craxie]

31 year-old RBs whose production has dramatically declined three consecutive seasons don't usually find a spring in their step in season #10. Which means he was hurt more badly than we realized, or he is supremely determined to prove that the Chargers made a mistake.

#3: the 'Rodney Harrison' option(the bolded part is the exactly how Brady described Harrison after some HGH enhancement)

 

[Raider Nation]

Little hungover or just out of the loop...What does SOD stand for?

Steal Of Draft

Which LT is nowhere near at the moment. Let's talk again in week 8.

 

[LittlePhatty]

Be careful with that SOD name tag.

Right around this time last year everyone had glued it to McGahee's jersey.

 

[curta269]

He wan't drafted in our league. I had 1st choice on the waiver wire and had to replace Ryan Grant. I looked at Brandon Jackson, McFadden and L.T. After watching L.T. in preseason, especially in Hard Knocks, I felt he looked better and would get enough carried to use for my flex and RB backup.

I got ripped by one of the guys in my league for not picking up Jackson. Its early, but I think I made the right move.

 

[Kool-Aid Larry]

considering where he was drafted in most leagues, if he 'leads you' anywhere you got your money's worth and then some.

if you have to rely on a player drafted that late to get you through the playoffs then you don't belong there.

 

[Tom Baker]

If this is what bald tires look like, I definitely need to get some for my car.

 

[Dr. No]

Tomlinson and T. Owens tearing it up today.... did I get Hot Tub Time Machined back to 2005?

Also I appreciate that John Carney was one of the players taken in my 2nd fantasy draft ever back in '92

 

[jon_mx]

Nice to see LT playing well.

 

[FUBAR]

considering where he was drafted in most leagues, if he 'leads you' anywhere you got your money's worth and then some.if you have to rely on a player drafted that late to get you through the playoffs then you don't belong there.

large lineups and injuries will make these late picks very important in some leagues.

 

[wormburner]

It's the Nolan Ryan/Robin Ventura Syndrome:

Don't disrespect the old guys!

 

[Raider Nation]

I'll be the first to say that I've been shocked at how much better Tomlinson has looked this year than last year. It's not just New York's offensive line- Tomlinson has been making plays this year that 2009 Tomlinson could not have made.

31 year-old RBs whose production has dramatically declined three consecutive seasons don't usually find a spring in their step in season #10. Which means he was hurt more badly than we realized, or he is supremely determined to prove that the Chargers made a mistake. If it's the latter, that likely means LT was dogging it in San Diego, and I'd prefer not to believe that.

Here's the phrase you should be posting: "I was wrong."Feel free to cut and paste.

Why no updates lately, Baker? The bandwagon has *officially* derailed.No TDs in his last seven games. 57 or fewer rushing yards in his last eight games. Games @ Pittsburgh and @ Chicago coming up next. Good luck.

 

[Ghost Rider]

Tomlinson was still a good value pick for most this year, especially in PPR leagues, but it can't be a surprise to anyone that his production has declined as the season has gone on. Yes, he looked great early on - better than I thought he would look - but he has so much mileage on his tires. And their run blocking isn't as good this year.

 

[Raider Nation]

Tomlinson was still a good value pick for most this year, especially in PPR leagues, but it can't be a surprise to anyone that his production has declined as the season has gone on. Yes, he looked great early on - better than I thought he would look - but he has so much mileage on his tires. And their run blocking isn't as good this year.

Some folks didn't think so.

LT is one of my favorite players ever. I don't want to see him stumble around for two more years just for the sake of playing.

 

[SieteCinco]

LT's production has dropped off a bit the last six weeks, but I think it has more to do with the teams game plan than him:

-Since Holmes has been back they have increased the amount of pass attempts and along with the amount of touches Shonn Greene is getting from 12 per game to 15. Over the first six weeks Sanchez averaged 29.5 pass attempts per game, to now averaging 36.6 attempts a game. With that change change also came more offensive turnovers, where Sanchez threw only 2 picks the first two weeks spiked 9 interceptions. Sanchez himself has also gone from averaging 1.5 rushing attempts to 2.6, so the ball is just being spread out more.

-The team as a whole has also been struggling to put up points, which is the biggest reason LT's fantasy numbers have been down. The team went from averaging 26.5 points a game to 13.6, so LT went from scoring 5 TDs in six games to 0 TDs in 6 games. He has how ever seen an increase in receptions from 3.1 per game to 4.6 which has made his total yardage numbers not drop off at all.

-He still looks great in every game I have seen. Him being banged up these last two years definitely effected his production more than most people thought and the Jets line has done a better job creating holes than San Diego.

-I no longer own him in any of my leagues, but am still happy to see him playing well and proving a LOT of people wrong. I wouldn't give him the SOD but you have to admit he was a steal for where he was being drafted. Through 14 games he has 1,185 Total Yards, 49 receptions, 5 TDs, and a rushing average of 4.5 yards and 7.3 receiving. If you were to take his average and add them up over the final three games he is on pace for 1,438 Total Yards, 60 receptions, and 6-8 TDs. Sure the TD totals aren't great, but the yards and receptions are great for those in PPR leagues. For being taken anywhere from Round #8-14 in Fantasy Drafts, those are great numbers.

Anybody think he can keep it up next season? He has stayed healthy this year, the team has done well by limiting his touches, the line should only get better and he would have a full year with the team learning everything they do. How long is he signed for with the Jets?

 

[Raider Nation]

I wouldn't give him the SOD but you have to admit he was a steal for where he was being drafted. Through 14 games he has 1,185 Total Yards, 49 receptions and 5 TDs

Good post, but you can make numbers fit any argument. The fact is, the bulk of that production came in the first six games. He's done next-to-nothing for his owners the past two months.

 

[SieteCinco]

I wouldn't give him the SOD but you have to admit he was a steal for where he was being drafted. Through 14 games he has 1,185 Total Yards, 49 receptions and 5 TDs

Good post, but you can make numbers fit any argument. The fact is, the bulk of that production came in the first six games. He's done next-to-nothing for his owners the past two months.

I'll agree and say he definitely scored more fantasy points during the first half because of his touchdowns, but he has actually stayed about the same and even improved in some areas:Weeks 1-6 Stats: 597 Total Yards, 5 TDs, 21 receptions

Weeeks 6-14 Stats: 588 Total Yards, 0 TDs, 30 receptions

His total yards have dropped very little, which can be summed up to him getting less rushing attempts. The 0 Touchdowns hurt, but the blame can be put on their struggling team for that. He has however seen an uptick in both receptions and receiving yards.

 

[Kool-Aid Larry]

look out for him if he's in the league next year --- he's gonna be on a mission to avenge himself against the pats for that last revenge game.

what's that famous quote .....?

something like, 'if we played the pats 10 times we'd win 9'

I think it's about that time of year for his classic pose:

http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2007/1217/pg2_m...land_lt_300.jpg

 

[nysportsfan]

look out for him if he's in the league next year --- he's gonna be on a mission to avenge himself against the pats for that last revenge game.

what's that famous quote .....?

something like, 'if we played the pats 10 times we'd win 9'

I think it's about that time of year for his classic pose:

http://a.espncdn.com/photo/2007/1217/pg2_m...land_lt_300.jpg

Who is that??

And LT has been worse because the Jets can't move anyone off the ball. Their run game has turned to ####.