Chicago WR's (1 Viewer)

[munygon2]

What's going with the Chicago WR's? Cutler is playing much better lately, so is Bennett the go-to guy from here forward?

 

[tdmills]

Chicago is one of those offenses that spreads it out and you never know which of(Knox, Bennett, Hester) will get the numbers that week. I can't wait if Aromashadu has a couple of games to get the SP going on that train again.

 

[Debeucci]

Chicago is one of those offenses that spreads it out and you never know which of(Knox, Bennett, Hester) will get the numbers that week. I can't wait if Aromashadu has a couple of games to get the SP going on that train again.

Chicago wrs wade in a sea of mediocrity. The good thing about that is when one is shut down, it doesn't affect the offense at all.

 

[munygon2]

Here's why I ask - weeks 14-16 they get NE, Min, and NYJ. I can see Chicago throwing it a ton because these are all difficult matchups and I doubt they'll just run over any of these teams. Seems like there could be some upside here.

 

[Debeucci]

Here's why I ask - weeks 14-16 they get NE, Min, and NYJ. I can see Chicago throwing it a ton because these are all difficult matchups and I doubt they'll just run over any of these teams. Seems like there could be some upside here.

NE and MIN don't have great defenses. In fact, NE's defense is pretty bad while Minn's is only middle of the pack.

 

[Eminence]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

 

[munygon2]

NE and MIN don't have great defenses. In fact, NE's defense is pretty bad while Minn's is only middle of the pack.

I know, but NE's offense tends to score a lot of points, which could force Chicago to try and keep up.

 

[Buck Bradcanon]

Last week it was somewhat wait and see for Bennett after scoring 2 TDs against the Eagles on 4 catches. Fluke? RZ only option?

This week he puts up 7 for 104 without a TD. He is now a definite add and will be near the top of WW priorities for anyone needing a WR at this point along with potentially Roy Williams.

Dont want to have to rely on Waiver adds going into the playoffs, but it happens (Nicks, VJax, Dez owner).

Home vs NE and at Minn are great great matchups IMO.

 

[ponchsox]

Didn't Martz just say Knox was? Could have fooled me by the number of targets on Sunday.

 

[boubucarow]

Bennett should be the most consistent receiver the rest of the season. His game is in the short passing game the Bears have shifted to during their winning streak. Knox or Hester could have better games simply because of their greater ability to make the big play.

 

[az_prof]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

I thought this last year too but not too many people agreed. Unfortunately, when he missed most of the OTAs and training camp, and when Martz seemed to ignore him for so long, I gave up and cut him finally to make room for our FA draft in August. Big mistake. He won't ever be a top 10 type WR, but he has the skills to be a very consistent PPR/possession WR.

 

[reprisal]

Didn't Martz just say Knox was? Could have fooled me by the number of targets on Sunday.

I think whats going on is Bennett is the hot read now most of the time. Cutler has thrown a number of INTs this years on hot reads to Knox. Its unfortunate for Knox cause he has the speed to really punish the D on those plays. Bennett is going to make the right adjustment and make the catch. He had an awesome run after the catch this week but it seems hard to count on that week to week.

 

[Eminence]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

I thought this last year too but not too many people agreed. Unfortunately, when he missed most of the OTAs and training camp, and when Martz seemed to ignore him for so long, I gave up and cut him finally to make room for our FA draft in August. Big mistake. He won't ever be a top 10 type WR, but he has the skills to be a very consistent PPR/possession WR.

I wasn't even aware that he missed OTAs and training camp; combine that with the fact he didn't line-up for a single snap his Rookie season and I'm even more intrigued about his prospects now. Tentatively speaking he may still be "behind" the curve as far as WRs go. Looking forward to hearing any progressions he makes during this off-season.

 

[footballnerd]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

I thought this last year too but not too many people agreed. Unfortunately, when he missed most of the OTAs and training camp, and when Martz seemed to ignore him for so long, I gave up and cut him finally to make room for our FA draft in August. Big mistake. He won't ever be a top 10 type WR, but he has the skills to be a very consistent PPR/possession WR.

Ya the hype train kinda came and fizzled out last year when Cutler first went CHI to reunite with his old pal from Vanderbilt. This is his first 100 yd rec game of his 3 yr career and vs DET. He might still be worth a stash if you have the room. I agree it will be hard to tell who gets the production from this offense.

 

[Football Jones]

Knox is the WR to own in dynasty leagues...& it's really not close, IMO. Martz mentioned Knox doesn't even realize how good he can be. He's their #1.

That said, remember, Knox runs a lot of their longer routes, & many times, Cutler doesn't get the protection required to let the route develop. It's a matter of a fraction of a second, but it makes a huge difference.

I believe Knox is one of the better buys in dynasty leagues this offseason (unless he blows up in these last few games). A little more improvement from their OL will go a long way. Cutler & Knox are going to get it together...just be patient. Knox is only in his 2nd season, as well.

 

[munygon2]

NE and MIN don't have great defenses. In fact, NE's defense is pretty bad while Minn's is only middle of the pack.

After last night, I'm not sure I would qualify NE's defense as being bad. They looked pretty good to me, but I guess we'll see how they hold up next week against Chicago on the road.

 

[Cawbird]

Bennett may be the hot pick-up, but hopefully you don't have to rely on any Bears WR. There has been no consistency throughout the year, so I don't see it changing any time soon. And with the cold weather and snow here......do they try to run the ball a bit more? Do they go to Greg Olsen more? I still think it's hit or miss on the mediocre Chicago receivers from week to week.

Hester could break a screen pass and go the distance and all of a sudden he will be the hot pick up next week. Just too many inconsistencies and mediocrity with the Chi WR corps.

 

[destro]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

This is an incredibly optimistic take on Earl Bennett. Boldin has about 20 pounds on Bennett and has far more YAC potential than Bennett ever will. Bennett is a solid possession receiver, but he is never going to even resemble Boldin, in real life or in terms of fantasy production.Knox is going to continue to produce the most in this offense, but none of these guys will probably ever be more than a fantasy WR3. At this point, Knox is really just a WR3 in most leagues, and I don't even think Bennett will ever be able to match that.

 

[ItsOnlytheRiver]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

 

[Eminence]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

This is an incredibly optimistic take on Earl Bennett. Boldin has about 20 pounds on Bennett and has far more YAC potential than Bennett ever will. Bennett is a solid possession receiver, but he is never going to even resemble Boldin, in real life or in terms of fantasy production.Knox is going to continue to produce the most in this offense, but none of these guys will probably ever be more than a fantasy WR3. At this point, Knox is really just a WR3 in most leagues, and I don't even think Bennett will ever be able to match that.

*shrugs*All I said is he "reminds me" of Anquan Boldin.

 

[Eminence]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

 

[tdmills]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

Last 2 Games:Bennett- 13 targetsKnox- 7 targets

 

[Futz]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

Last 2 Games:Bennett- 13 targetsKnox- 7 targets

The problem with these kind of stats is that it can change weekly depending on who the defense decides to focus on. Knox was getting the targets before and was successful. In turn, defenses start paying more attention to him in the gameplan and Cutler goes to plan B which might be Bennett. Flip the scenario and Knox might be the guy next week. I'm not sure you can read too much into these numbers. These guys are all possession receivers and they will take turns. They have been doing it for years because they haven't had a true #1 since maybe Conway?

 

[speedball]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

Last 2 Games:Bennett- 13 targetsKnox- 7 targets

The problem with these kind of stats is that it can change weekly depending on who the defense decides to focus on. Knox was getting the targets before and was successful. In turn, defenses start paying more attention to him in the gameplan and Cutler goes to plan B which might be Bennett. Flip the scenario and Knox might be the guy next week. I'm not sure you can read too much into these numbers. These guys are all possession receivers and they will take turns. They have been doing it for years because they haven't had a true #1 since maybe Conway?

I don't know if I'd call Knox a possession receiver, at least this year. He's 43/774/2, averaging 18 yards per reception, eight best in the league.

 

[candymanvandyfan]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

I thought this last year too but not too many people agreed. Unfortunately, when he missed most of the OTAs and training camp, and when Martz seemed to ignore him for so long, I gave up and cut him finally to make room for our FA draft in August. Big mistake. He won't ever be a top 10 type WR, but he has the skills to be a very consistent PPR/possession WR.

Ya the hype train kinda came and fizzled out last year when Cutler first went CHI to reunite with his old pal from Vanderbilt. This is his first 100 yd rec game of his 3 yr career and vs DET. He might still be worth a stash if you have the room. I agree it will be hard to tell who gets the production from this offense.

You know Earl is 23 years old, right?

 

[Futz]

Sort of interested to hear people's thoughts on Dodds ranking Knox at 19 this week and sticking Bennet at 44. Anyone?

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

Last 2 Games:Bennett- 13 targetsKnox- 7 targets

The problem with these kind of stats is that it can change weekly depending on who the defense decides to focus on. Knox was getting the targets before and was successful. In turn, defenses start paying more attention to him in the gameplan and Cutler goes to plan B which might be Bennett. Flip the scenario and Knox might be the guy next week. I'm not sure you can read too much into these numbers. These guys are all possession receivers and they will take turns. They have been doing it for years because they haven't had a true #1 since maybe Conway?

I don't know if I'd call Knox a possession receiver, at least this year. He's 43/774/2, averaging 18 yards per reception, eight best in the league.

He may be more than a possession receiver but I certainly wouldn't call him #1 material.

 

[tdmills]

Knox is a starter. Bennett is not.Knox is averaging 6 targets per game.Bennett is averaging 4.5 targets per game.

Last 2 Games:Bennett- 13 targetsKnox- 7 targets

The problem with these kind of stats is that it can change weekly depending on who the defense decides to focus on. Knox was getting the targets before and was successful. In turn, defenses start paying more attention to him in the gameplan and Cutler goes to plan B which might be Bennett. Flip the scenario and Knox might be the guy next week. I'm not sure you can read too much into these numbers. These guys are all possession receivers and they will take turns. They have been doing it for years because they haven't had a true #1 since maybe Conway?

I don't know if I'd call Knox a possession receiver, at least this year. He's 43/774/2, averaging 18 yards per reception, eight best in the league.

He may be more than a possession receiver but I certainly wouldn't call him #1 material.

Lee Evans was the #1 for years in Buffalo and wasn't a possession WR.

 

[az_prof]

For someone who watches Bears games weekly. Bennett is the Bears WR to have; he's the most "complete" wide-receiver and is really starting to come into his own. He reminds me of Anquan Boldin the way he'll go up to make the tough catch and FIGHTS for yards after the catch.

http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-game-highlig...or-33-yard-gain

Obviously he's still got a little ways to go developing as a player; but these are the kind of guys you target in dynasty.

Acquire Bennett now.

I thought this last year too but not too many people agreed. Unfortunately, when he missed most of the OTAs and training camp, and when Martz seemed to ignore him for so long, I gave up and cut him finally to make room for our FA draft in August. Big mistake. He won't ever be a top 10 type WR, but he has the skills to be a very consistent PPR/possession WR.

I wasn't even aware that he missed OTAs and training camp; combine that with the fact he didn't line-up for a single snap his Rookie season and I'm even more intrigued about his prospects now. Tentatively speaking he may still be "behind" the curve as far as WRs go. Looking forward to hearing any progressions he makes during this off-season.

He was the leading receiver on the team last year in a number of statistical categories--he just never had the monster games the other guys had. But he was the most consistent receiver last year in many ways. Also, he is the youngest of the group that includes Hester, Aromashodu, and Knox. The reason his rookie year was so bad: first, he was very, very young. Second, the team made the mistake of making him learn every position. When he played, naturally he was confused. So, he didn't play much. But his catch % (catches/targets) and his yards/target were very high. The guy has great hands. Argh. I wish I hadn't dropped him.

Knox has more big play ability, but his smaller size means that he won't be as reliable.