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[Chaka]

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Yeesh.

Just checking this thread for any news is enough of a PITA for me that I am probably going to drop him for Karlos Williams.

 

[biju]

Did Rawls beat out Michael? Michael was on 2/3 the contract for almost twice the money. They were able to get a pick for him (albeit a crappy one) whereas my guess is that Rawls wouldn't have netted any pick on the trade market. I don't think Rawls got into the game ahead of Michael once in the entire preseason. You could argue that Rawls made him expendable and that seems believable enough, but it's more of a stretch to say he "beat him out." Rawls is a decent player BTW and much better than the typical #3 back from what I saw of other teams this preseason.

With his contract set to expire relatively soon, Seattle was coming up on the "do we get married to this guy or do we keep playing the field?" moment with him.

IMO, looking at the contract differences between Rawls and Michael is a pretty huge stretch -- the difference this year is < $300K, which is literally nothing, as in less than two tenths of one percent of the cap. Also, Seattle had two more years to decide on Michael. I seriously doubt that either the $ or the years were more than very minor considerations. Seattle had two years plus a 3rd TC to evaluate Michael, and said "no thanks" to keeping him around.

That said, I do agree that Dallas is a completely different situation. Particularly now with Dez hurt for a big chunk. They are in DIRE need of playmakers, and hugely more likely to put up with mental lapses out of a RB than was Seattle. And as you said, Michael doesn't need to be a long term solution to be a guy that you can turn a profit on -- a handful of good games should create a great selling window.

Normally I'd agree that $300k isn't enough to warrant a cut, but right now Seattle is arguing over $900k with their all pro safety Chancellor. Just sayin'...

 

[Chaka]

Thanks for the update

You're welcome. I did it just for you (and everyone looking at this thread on a mobile device).

 

[humpback]

Did Rawls beat out Michael? Michael was on 2/3 the contract for almost twice the money. They were able to get a pick for him (albeit a crappy one) whereas my guess is that Rawls wouldn't have netted any pick on the trade market. I don't think Rawls got into the game ahead of Michael once in the entire preseason. You could argue that Rawls made him expendable and that seems believable enough, but it's more of a stretch to say he "beat him out." Rawls is a decent player BTW and much better than the typical #3 back from what I saw of other teams this preseason.

With his contract set to expire relatively soon, Seattle was coming up on the "do we get married to this guy or do we keep playing the field?" moment with him.

IMO, looking at the contract differences between Rawls and Michael is a pretty huge stretch -- the difference this year is < $300K, which is literally nothing, as in less than two tenths of one percent of the cap. Also, Seattle had two more years to decide on Michael. I seriously doubt that either the $ or the years were more than very minor considerations. Seattle had two years plus a 3rd TC to evaluate Michael, and said "no thanks" to keeping him around.

That said, I do agree that Dallas is a completely different situation. Particularly now with Dez hurt for a big chunk. They are in DIRE need of playmakers, and hugely more likely to put up with mental lapses out of a RB than was Seattle. And as you said, Michael doesn't need to be a long term solution to be a guy that you can turn a profit on -- a handful of good games should create a great selling window.

Normally I'd agree that $300k isn't enough to warrant a cut, but right now Seattle is arguing over $900k with their all pro safety Chancellor. Just sayin'...

I'm pretty sure that's for next year, and if they wanted to they could structure that so it didn't even hit next year's cap. This extra couple hundred grand isn't going to impact the Kam situation, or any other contract decision for that matter, one iota. It's a rounding error that could be negated with a couple of strokes of the pen somewhere else.

Money certainly wasn't a main factor in the decision to let him go. It's pretty silly to keep talking about it IMO.

 

[mrbigg]

Did Rawls beat out Michael? Michael was on 2/3 the contract for almost twice the money. They were able to get a pick for him (albeit a crappy one) whereas my guess is that Rawls wouldn't have netted any pick on the trade market. I don't think Rawls got into the game ahead of Michael once in the entire preseason. You could argue that Rawls made him expendable and that seems believable enough, but it's more of a stretch to say he "beat him out." Rawls is a decent player BTW and much better than the typical #3 back from what I saw of other teams this preseason.

With his contract set to expire relatively soon, Seattle was coming up on the "do we get married to this guy or do we keep playing the field?" moment with him.

IMO, looking at the contract differences between Rawls and Michael is a pretty huge stretch -- the difference this year is < $300K, which is literally nothing, as in less than two tenths of one percent of the cap. Also, Seattle had two more years to decide on Michael. I seriously doubt that either the $ or the years were more than very minor considerations. Seattle had two years plus a 3rd TC to evaluate Michael, and said "no thanks" to keeping him around.

That said, I do agree that Dallas is a completely different situation. Particularly now with Dez hurt for a big chunk. They are in DIRE need of playmakers, and hugely more likely to put up with mental lapses out of a RB than was Seattle. And as you said, Michael doesn't need to be a long term solution to be a guy that you can turn a profit on -- a handful of good games should create a great selling window.

Normally I'd agree that $300k isn't enough to warrant a cut, but right now Seattle is arguing over $900k with their all pro safety Chancellor. Just sayin'...

I'm pretty sure that's for next year, and if they wanted to they could structure that so it didn't even hit next year's cap. This extra couple hundred grand isn't going to impact the Kam situation, or any other contract decision for that matter, one iota. It's a rounding error that could be negated with a couple of strokes of the pen somewhere else.

Money certainly wasn't a main factor in the decision to let him go. It's pretty silly to keep talking about it IMO.

It's not about the money with Chancellor. It's the precedence it set.

 

[humpback]

Did Rawls beat out Michael? Michael was on 2/3 the contract for almost twice the money. They were able to get a pick for him (albeit a crappy one) whereas my guess is that Rawls wouldn't have netted any pick on the trade market. I don't think Rawls got into the game ahead of Michael once in the entire preseason. You could argue that Rawls made him expendable and that seems believable enough, but it's more of a stretch to say he "beat him out." Rawls is a decent player BTW and much better than the typical #3 back from what I saw of other teams this preseason.

With his contract set to expire relatively soon, Seattle was coming up on the "do we get married to this guy or do we keep playing the field?" moment with him.

IMO, looking at the contract differences between Rawls and Michael is a pretty huge stretch -- the difference this year is < $300K, which is literally nothing, as in less than two tenths of one percent of the cap. Also, Seattle had two more years to decide on Michael. I seriously doubt that either the $ or the years were more than very minor considerations. Seattle had two years plus a 3rd TC to evaluate Michael, and said "no thanks" to keeping him around.

That said, I do agree that Dallas is a completely different situation. Particularly now with Dez hurt for a big chunk. They are in DIRE need of playmakers, and hugely more likely to put up with mental lapses out of a RB than was Seattle. And as you said, Michael doesn't need to be a long term solution to be a guy that you can turn a profit on -- a handful of good games should create a great selling window.

Normally I'd agree that $300k isn't enough to warrant a cut, but right now Seattle is arguing over $900k with their all pro safety Chancellor. Just sayin'...

I'm pretty sure that's for next year, and if they wanted to they could structure that so it didn't even hit next year's cap. This extra couple hundred grand isn't going to impact the Kam situation, or any other contract decision for that matter, one iota. It's a rounding error that could be negated with a couple of strokes of the pen somewhere else.

Money certainly wasn't a main factor in the decision to let him go. It's pretty silly to keep talking about it IMO.

It's not about the money with Chancellor. It's the precedence it set.

I realize that, which just makes it more of a silly argument for why Michael was let go- it obviously wasn't the money.

 

[LawFitz]

I realize that, which just makes it more of a silly argument for why Michael was let go- it obviously wasn't the money.

Not completely silly. This team has major cap issues trying to keep their talent. They love Rawls and they have him locked into a rookie deal for four years with only two more for CMike. Throw out this year because Marshawn is still around and you have only one year post Marshawn for CMike and three for Rawls.

They signed FJax and probably thought they'd get at least a 4th rounder for CMike, but the rest of the league saw the writing on the wall and tried to wait out a cut. In comes Dallas with the last second swoop from a team desperate to unload b/c a cut was inevitable.

Is there a lot of speculation in the narrative above. Of course. But it's a feasible way to explain the Seahawks logic of letting him go on the cheap.

 

[ATB]

Someone dropped Spiller, done with cowgirls headache

Prepare for disappointment.

 

[Chaka]

Get over yourself bazinga there's nothing happening in this thread.

 

[Smack Tripper]

Someone dropped Spiller, done with cowgirls headache

I'm not even a huge Michael guy but I think he will out point spiller this season

Spiller will never win you your league, Michael COULD. Likely neither will

 

[humpback]

I realize that, which just makes it more of a silly argument for why Michael was let go- it obviously wasn't the money.

Not completely silly. This team has major cap issues trying to keep their talent. They love Rawls and they have him locked into a rookie deal for four years with only two more for CMike. Throw out this year because Marshawn is still around and you have only one year post Marshawn for CMike and three for Rawls.

They signed FJax and probably thought they'd get at least a 4th rounder for CMike, but the rest of the league saw the writing on the wall and tried to wait out a cut. In comes Dallas with the last second swoop from a team desperate to unload b/c a cut was inevitable.

Is there a lot of speculation in the narrative above. Of course. But it's a feasible way to explain the Seahawks logic of letting him go on the cheap.

Agree to disagree. The stuff about 4 yrs. vs. 2 isn't the same as saying they did it to save a couple hundred grand, and that it might help them sign Kam. The money is so trivial, there's no way that was a main factor.

 

[Coeur de Lion]

Someone dropped Spiller, done with cowgirls headache

I'm not even a huge Michael guy but I think he will out point spiller this season Spiller will never win you your league, Michael COULD. Likely neither will

2012 down?

Mark effing Ingram just caught almost 100 yards worth of passes last week -- Spiller's going to go nuts when he gets in there. His upside in PPR likely destroys Michael's, and he probably has a much higher chance of reaching it too.

 

[matuski]

think he's active this week?

Any news on practice this week?

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[dagwood]

think he's active this week?

Any news on practice this week?

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Tried to get this guy this week. He could be starting by week 4.

 

[FF Ninja]

Someone dropped Spiller, done with cowgirls headache

Why did you choose to tell us that you play with guppies?

 

[bulger2holt]

I can stash this guy until around week 8 due to my BYE's kicking in. Hopefully we know something by then. Otherwise, bye bye

 

[mozzy84]

is he better than sims in dyno?

 

[matuski]

think he's active this week?

Any news on practice this week?

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[VaTerp]

I did a quick browse of this thread and didnt see this so apologies if already posted. This link mentions some of the inconsistencies that led to Michael's departure from Seattle and that he will need to correct before ever having an impact in the NFL IMO.

http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2015-09-11/christine-michael-dallas-cowboys-seattle-seahawks-marshawn-lynch-demarco-murray

I just acquired him in my redraft league with very deep rosters. But I view him as a lottery ticket that you will have to be patient with or hope to pick up at the right time. Hard to believe there are 90 pages on a guy who hasnt yet scored a NFL TD and has 250 career rushing yards. Some of you seem a little too enamored with his physical ability, which I get. But as is pointed out in the link above and several times in this thread- playing RB in the NFL is about much more than physical ability.

It's interesting to note that Michael was the 3rd ranked RB in the nation out of high school. Behind Trent Richardson and Bryce Brown. All three have tremendous physical ability that, to this point, has not translated to NFL success.

 

[Smack Tripper]

Someone dropped Spiller, done with cowgirls headache

I'm not even a huge Michael guy but I think he will out point spiller this season Spiller will never win you your league, Michael COULD. Likely neither will

2012 down?Mark effing Ingram just caught almost 100 yards worth of passes last week -- Spiller's going to go nuts when he gets in there. His upside in PPR likely destroys Michael's, and he probably has a much higher chance of reaching it too.

Better get RG3 if 2012 is relevant to this season

 

[Concept Coop]

I realize that, which just makes it more of a silly argument for why Michael was let go- it obviously wasn't the money.

Not completely silly. This team has major cap issues trying to keep their talent. They love Rawls and they have him locked into a rookie deal for four years with only two more for CMike. Throw out this year because Marshawn is still around and you have only one year post Marshawn for CMike and three for Rawls. They signed FJax and probably thought they'd get at least a 4th rounder for CMike, but the rest of the league saw the writing on the wall and tried to wait out a cut. In comes Dallas with the last second swoop from a team desperate to unload b/c a cut was inevitable.

Is there a lot of speculation in the narrative above. Of course. But it's a feasible way to explain the Seahawks logic of letting him go on the cheap.

Agree to disagree. The stuff about 4 yrs. vs. 2 isn't the same as saying they did it to save a couple hundred grand, and that it might help them sign Kam. The money is so trivial, there's no way that was a main factor.

It's not the money. You're right.

He was traded for a 7th round pick. That is a very clear statement about his value to the Hawks and the rest of the league. The Cowboys are taking a cheap, risk free flier on the guy. Maybe he wins the job. But based on the price paid, that's not the expectation.

Michael was 3rd on the depth chart for the 3rd year in a row--this time behind an undrafted rookie. They signed a replacement #3 and traded Michael for almost literally nothing. I think it's pretty clear that the Hawks are acknowledging a mistake--and that they don't view Michael as a difference maker. I hope they're wrong, as a Cowboys fan, but the writings on the wall. In bold red paint.

 

[avoiding injuries]

Wait, his coach called him C-Mike? This guy is going to rip it up in a week or two.

 

[FBG Moderator]

Let's leave off the commentary about other posters and just focus on football.

 

[EBF]

Saw this quote today:

Jon Machota Verified account ‏@jonmachota 4h4 hours ago

Scott Linehan: Christine Michael has really impressed us. I like his professional approach. He's showing some really good things as a runner

True test will be if/when they activate him, but still nice to see.

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Saw this quote today:

Jon Machota Verified account ‏@jonmachota 4h4 hours ago

Scott Linehan: Christine Michael has really impressed us. I like his professional approach. He's showing some really good things as a runner

True test will be if/when they activate him, but still nice to see.

Let's hope he is showing good things in pass protection and in holding onto the ball.....

 

[Dismattle]

https://twitter.com/jonmachota/status/644697229802901504

Christine Michael: "We've been practicing out there with the scout team...and getting in even better shape. I feel like I'm ready to go."

Can someone else break this down? Im going to take a stab, but ignore it until you've figured it out..

Spoiler

"We been practicing with the Scout Team" It sorta sounds like 'non-starting RBs' have been getting the Defense ready to play..

"Getting in better shape"? I would hope it means 'learning the terminology?'

"I feel like Im ready to go" Now this almost has to mean 'I been working with the Ones against our own defensive scout Team' ???

p.s. feel free to use spoiler for any real responses

 

[MASSHOLE]

I'll assume with the lack of updates he may not be active this week. Anyone have any updates?

 

[Detroit Revival]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

 

[Manster]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

The wait and see is how well Randle/DMC do between the tackles. Im not very optimistic that they will do well. Not having Dez out there puts more pressure on all the other skill guys. Im betting CMike will get his chance within the next couple weeks.

 

[ROYALWITCHEESE]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

The wait and see is how well Randle/DMC do between the tackles. Im not very optimistic that they will do well. Not having Dez out there puts more pressure on all the other skill guys. Im betting CMike will get his chance within the next couple weeks.

What makes us think Michael can run between the tackles?

 

[shoecrew22]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

The wait and see is how well Randle/DMC do between the tackles. Im not very optimistic that they will do well. Not having Dez out there puts more pressure on all the other skill guys. Im betting CMike will get his chance within the next couple weeks.

What makes us think Michael can run between the tackles?

Whats the matter with you asking questions like this!? Havent you ever ridden the HYPETRAIN before...?

No questions just close your eyes and follow!!!!

(I own cmike in all leagues lol)

 

[cstu]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

TWest got on the field week 1 so it can't be too long for CMike.

 

[Manster]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

The wait and see is how well Randle/DMC do between the tackles. Im not very optimistic that they will do well. Not having Dez out there puts more pressure on all the other skill guys. Im betting CMike will get his chance within the next couple weeks.

What makes us think Michael can run between the tackles?

Well, he's got the build and the athleticism. He was pretty dang good in college. We know DMC is not a great inside runner. Randle has proven squat. The Cowboys have CMike rostered.......Im just an armchair scout. I see opportunity for Cmike.

 

[jurb26]

@jonmachota: Stephen Jones: It's a wait-and-see type deal with Christine Michael. He's "going to get his chance, and when he does I think he'll do well."

From Dallas Morning News

Not much, but it's something.

TWest got on the field week 1 so it can't be too long for CMike.

T. West situation is almost nothing like CM's.

 

[Dismattle]

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? --

https://twitter.com/HelmanDC/status/644920206641369088

David Helman ‏@HelmanDC Jerry to @1053thefan on Randle: "We need it to be his quote-unquote 'breakout performance.'"

http://www.scout.com/nfl/cowboys/story/1588650-jerry-jones-takes-tony-romo-for-the-win

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joined our soldiers in the "G-Bag Nation" Friday morning and let it all hang out: not only would Jerry take Romo over 31 other QB's, but it would be his biggest failure as owner if the Cowboys failed to win a Super Bowl with #9. Check out the rest of Jerry being Jerry!

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? -- "We need it to be his 'breakout performance.' Frankly, and you shouldn't poo-poo, and I haven't heard a lot of talk about it. Have y'all talked about a little bit about that one-handed catch he made on that sideline? Have y'all given that its due? Usually I listen to every word you say. And if I miss it, I have it recorded and have it read back to me. But seriously, that play was about as natural but instinctive and gives you an idea he knew exactly where he needed to be. And he knew exactly how he had to put himself in position after he received the ball. And, so, listen, he's got all the talent. And I'm talking about for an every-down running back. He's got all the talent you could ever hope to be. I have two or three people I respect probably more than anybody in the Big XII when we drafted him, he was the best back in the Big XII."

Basically, I don't believe its CMikes day to 'prove-it'.. Or as some Coach(s) should say Not for the first three Qtr's..

Its a good read overall. Mr Jones sure seems to sound like he knows what hes talking about.. ie. Dunbar needs to be a running threat.

No news is good news! Hopefully sooner than later, we hear sumpin positive..

 

[shoecrew22]

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? --

https://twitter.com/HelmanDC/status/644920206641369088

David Helman ‏@HelmanDC Jerry to @1053thefan on Randle: "We need it to be his quote-unquote 'breakout performance.'"

http://www.scout.com/nfl/cowboys/story/1588650-jerry-jones-takes-tony-romo-for-the-win

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joined our soldiers in the "G-Bag Nation" Friday morning and let it all hang out: not only would Jerry take Romo over 31 other QB's, but it would be his biggest failure as owner if the Cowboys failed to win a Super Bowl with #9. Check out the rest of Jerry being Jerry!

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? -- "We need it to be his 'breakout performance.' Frankly, and you shouldn't poo-poo, and I haven't heard a lot of talk about it. Have y'all talked about a little bit about that one-handed catch he made on that sideline? Have y'all given that its due? Usually I listen to every word you say. And if I miss it, I have it recorded and have it read back to me. But seriously, that play was about as natural but instinctive and gives you an idea he knew exactly where he needed to be. And he knew exactly how he had to put himself in position after he received the ball. And, so, listen, he's got all the talent. And I'm talking about for an every-down running back. He's got all the talent you could ever hope to be. I have two or three people I respect probably more than anybody in the Big XII when we drafted him, he was the best back in the Big XII."

Basically, I don't believe its CMikes day to 'prove-it'.. Or as some Coach(s) should say Not for the first three Qtr's..

Its a good read overall. Mr Jones sure seems to sound like he knows what hes talking about.. ie. Dunbar needs to be a running threat.

No news is good news! Hopefully sooner than later, we hear sumpin positive..

This puts us right on schedule for what we expect.

This week CMike is not active again, Randle and DMC continue to disappoint. Next week DMC not active and Randle still gets start and Cmike looks way better and week 4 cmike is starter.

 

[Kenny Powers]

The thoughts of Michael starting soon in here are borderline fantasy for real, like Randle and DMC and Dunbar all tear their ACLs on 3 consecutive plays and then Nicole Aniston is gonna knock on your door tomorrow afternoon right after that and get on her knees.

 

[tricky92]

The thoughts of Michael starting soon in here are borderline fantasy for real, like Randle and DMC and Dunbar all tear their ACLs on 3 consecutive plays and then Nicole Aniston is gonna knock on your door tomorrow afternoon right after that and get on her knees.

I don't think it's going to take an injury. It's going to take continued ordinary play from the 2 guys ahead of him (Randle, DMC).

The Cowboys need a difference maker on offense, and the current RBs do not provide that.

If you have CMike, hold him. His time is coming.

 

[The Man With No Name]

Waldman and Bloom both believe he will get on the field and perform well not very far into the season.

 

[cr8f]

The thoughts of Michael starting soon in here are borderline fantasy for real, like Randle and DMC and Dunbar all tear their ACLs on 3 consecutive plays and then Nicole Aniston is gonna knock on your door tomorrow afternoon right after that and get on her knees.

Right, only an injury gives players a starting job.

When any backup player gets a few carries and outplays starters they become starters. It can happen in practice too.

Getting tired of the haters in here. Give it a rest and see what happens.

 

[ATB]

Randle has looked good. So has Dunbar. So far, there's no need for CMike.

 

[humpback]

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? --

https://twitter.com/HelmanDC/status/644920206641369088

David Helman ‏@HelmanDC Jerry to @1053thefan on Randle: "We need it to be his quote-unquote 'breakout performance.'"

http://www.scout.com/nfl/cowboys/story/1588650-jerry-jones-takes-tony-romo-for-the-win

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones joined our soldiers in the "G-Bag Nation" Friday morning and let it all hang out: not only would Jerry take Romo over 31 other QB's, but it would be his biggest failure as owner if the Cowboys failed to win a Super Bowl with #9. Check out the rest of Jerry being Jerry!

COULD SUNDAY BE RANDLE'S BREAKOUT PERFORMANCE? -- "We need it to be his 'breakout performance.' Frankly, and you shouldn't poo-poo, and I haven't heard a lot of talk about it. Have y'all talked about a little bit about that one-handed catch he made on that sideline? Have y'all given that its due? Usually I listen to every word you say. And if I miss it, I have it recorded and have it read back to me. But seriously, that play was about as natural but instinctive and gives you an idea he knew exactly where he needed to be. And he knew exactly how he had to put himself in position after he received the ball. And, so, listen, he's got all the talent. And I'm talking about for an every-down running back. He's got all the talent you could ever hope to be. I have two or three people I respect probably more than anybody in the Big XII when we drafted him, he was the best back in the Big XII."

Basically, I don't believe its CMikes day to 'prove-it'.. Or as some Coach(s) should say Not for the first three Qtr's..

Its a good read overall. Mr Jones sure seems to sound like he knows what hes talking about.. ie. Dunbar needs to be a running threat.

No news is good news! Hopefully sooner than later, we hear sumpin positive..

How on earth is this interview (or "no news") good news for Michael?

 

[gethugefast1]

Sorry if posted earlier

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said RB Christine Michael will not play this week.

Michael said he is "ready to go" after working with the scout team this week. Jones said Michael "will get his chance," but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart. Michael is still a hold in deeper fantasy leagues, but he does not have a clear path to playing time.

Source: Dallas Morning News Sep 19 - 1:49 PM

 

[tricky92]

Sorry if posted earlier

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said RB Christine Michael will not play this week.

Michael said he is "ready to go" after working with the scout team this week. Jones said Michael "will get his chance," but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart. Michael is still a hold in deeper fantasy leagues, but he does not have a clear path to playing time.

Source: Dallas Morning News Sep 19 - 1:49 PM

"but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart"

The article doesn't allude to anything like this.

 

[gethugefast1]

Sorry if posted earlier

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said RB Christine Michael will not play this week.

Michael said he is "ready to go" after working with the scout team this week. Jones said Michael "will get his chance," but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart. Michael is still a hold in deeper fantasy leagues, but he does not have a clear path to playing time.

Source: Dallas Morning News Sep 19 - 1:49 PM

"but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart"

The article doesn't allude to anything like this.

You are correct Tricky.

Christine Michael worked with the scout team this week and says he's ready to contribute. "I feel like I'm physically ready," the recently acquired running back said. "We've been practicing out there with the scout team and staying in good shape and getting in even better shape. I feel like I'm ready to go."

Michael isn't expected to play Sunday in Philadelphia. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said Friday on the Ben and Skin show [105.3 The Fan, KRLD-FM] that it's "a little bit of a wait-and-see type of deal" with the former second-round pick.

"We've said all along we were comfortable with the three guys, but we did think it was the smart thing to do to bring in a fourth," Jones said. "Over the course of a season, everybody gets their chances. Christine Michael is going to get his chance, and when he does, I think he'll do well."

 

[tricky92]

Sorry if posted earlier

Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said RB Christine Michael will not play this week.

Michael said he is "ready to go" after working with the scout team this week. Jones said Michael "will get his chance," but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart. Michael is still a hold in deeper fantasy leagues, but he does not have a clear path to playing time.

Source: Dallas Morning News Sep 19 - 1:49 PM

"but it sounds like he will need an injury to Joseph Randle or Darren McFadden to climb the depth chart"

The article doesn't allude to anything like this.

You are correct Tricky.

Christine Michael worked with the scout team this week and says he's ready to contribute. "I feel like I'm physically ready," the recently acquired running back said. "We've been practicing out there with the scout team and staying in good shape and getting in even better shape. I feel like I'm ready to go."

Michael isn't expected to play Sunday in Philadelphia. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones said Friday on the Ben and Skin show [105.3 The Fan, KRLD-FM] that it's "a little bit of a wait-and-see type of deal" with the former second-round pick.

"We've said all along we were comfortable with the three guys, but we did think it was the smart thing to do to bring in a fourth," Jones said. "Over the course of a season, everybody gets their chances. Christine Michael is going to get his chance, and when he does, I think he'll do well."

I always try to take those Rotoworld updates with a grain of salt, and read the article they reference when I have time.

Thanks for posting that, though!

I almost feel like it's been fun having ownership in CMike as a sort of game within the game. If and when he plays, we're all going to feel like we won something! Ha!

 

[Ellie826]

Randle has looked good. So has Dunbar. So far, there's no need for CMike.

He got what was blocked. Between him and DMC they had one missed tackle. Murray would've shrugged off at least a few of those arm tackles and gotten more yards something these two weren't able to do. Dunbar was in on thirty something snaps 29 of which were passing plays. And how many of his yards were when Giants were giving them open shots to the middle playing the sidelines and deep? we need a back that can break tackles and get MORE than what's just blocked. I think Michael is the back to do that.

 

[Sabertooth]

Randle has looked good. So has Dunbar. So far, there's no need for CMike.

So far there's been one game. It just so happens that they get to play against the one that got away this week. If Demarco looks great and Randle pedestrian, I would think Michael will be active next week.

 

[timbrah_ho]

Randle has looked good. So has Dunbar. So far, there's no need for CMike.

So far no need, but I have Randle and CMike (I see you do too) so for me it's the perfect situation. If Randle succeeds I play him, if CM takes the job then I play him. Little risk involved outside of the most obvious two bad situations: 1) somehow DMC takes the job and stays healthy for once 2) even if CM comes on board it's still a major RBBC....the latter being the more realistic downside here I think given DMC's injury history and the fact that he's obviously 2nd fiddle already

 

[Detroit Revival]

I think if you're rostering Michael, you are committing to see it through til week 6 or 7. If I'm being realistic, I think Dunbar still gets all 3rd down work even if Michael gets the lead role Anyone optimistic enough to think he can be a three down guy?