Denver Backfield Situation (1 Viewer)

[texheat]

The article below suggests that Andre Hall is very much in the running for the starting RB slot in Denver this year. And now with the Torain injury, Pittman has moved back to the RB position. It seems in most drafts, Young is assumed as the guy that will carry the load, but based on what?

Now we all know how any one of these guys could potentially take over and be successful in the role, but how do you see it shaking out?

DOVE VALLEY — Bad news just became worse for the Broncos offense Wednesday.

Not only is the team dealing with the reality that star receiver Brandon Marshall will be suspended for two to three games, but rookie running back Ryan Torain could be out two to three months after suffering a fractured left elbow during the morning workout.

Torain was carrying the ball in a nine-on-seven drill when he was tackled. As he fell, Torain stuck out his left hand to brace his fall and his elbow popped.

He suffered fractured bone fragments in the elbow. He was to be taken for an MRI around noon.

Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said Torain had been developing to the point where he was competing with Selvin Young and Andre Hall for the No. 1 tailback spot.

With Torain out, undrafted rookie Anthony Alridge moved up the depth chart behind Young and Hall while veteran Michael Pittman was shifted from fullback back to his natural tailback position.

Torain's injury was the first substantial injury since the first day of camp July 25, when wide receiver Edell Shepherd tore his ACL.

Link - http://www.denverpost.com/ci_10114850?source=rss

 

[dapunisher]

Different year, different names. But same old training camp story in the Denver backfield.

 

[Texican]

The article below suggests that Andre Hall is very much in the running for the starting RB slot in Denver this year. And now with the Torain injury, Pittman has moved back to the RB position. It seems in most drafts, Young is assumed as the guy that will carry the load, but based on what?

Now we all know how any one of these guys could potentially take over and be successful in the role, but how do you see it shaking out?

I would like to hear from a Denver homer on this as well. What does the pecking order look like now?

 

[Buffaloes]

The article below suggests that Andre Hall is very much in the running for the starting RB slot in Denver this year. And now with the Torain injury, Pittman has moved back to the RB position. It seems in most drafts, Young is assumed as the guy that will carry the load, but based on what?

Now we all know how any one of these guys could potentially take over and be successful in the role, but how do you see it shaking out?

I would like to hear from a Denver homer on this as well. What does the pecking order look like now?

At this point, it really is too early to tell outside of Young being the now unquestioned #1. Torain had been extremely impressive from reports and he was Young's greatest threat (especially at the goal line). Right now, I would assume that Young will get his chances at the GL. Aldridge was already impressing in camp and with the injury I don't see him being cut or sent to the practice squad. He and Hall seem to have a similar skill set as well as similar physical build. I don't see Pittman being much more than insurance at the position. He was listed at FB and now that he has taken a few reps at HB, he has tweaked his hammy and reportedly won't be practicing tomorrow.

 

[BusMan]

Its an open competition, but right now the pecking order is Young, Hall, Torain (inj), Aldridge, and Pittman.

Young had durability concerns heading into OTAs but reportedly bulked up to the point that Shanahan was comfortable placing him atop the depth chart throughout all offseason team activities.

When Mike Bell won the starting job as an UDFA rookie two years ago, he did so by the release of the first TC depth chart. The fact that Young has held on to the #1 slot thus far is good for him, although Hall and Torain are both impressing. Torain's injury only helps Young's case.

Despite Shanahan's reputation around here with RBs, once he picks the starter, he sticks with him until he gets hurt. If Young is named the starter heading into the regular season and can stay healthy, he's a great value at his ADP.

 

[Tanner9919]

the only proven guy in the Denver backfield, is Pittman...he's not a fast RB, but he is effective.

He can catch, he's tough to bring down, and has low mileage on his legs..

there's little between him and the starting RB gig ( Young? Hall? ).

but I'd STILL avoid the Denver RB situation..

 

[texasheat]

The article below suggests that Andre Hall is very much in the running for the starting RB slot in Denver this year. And now with the Torain injury, Pittman has moved back to the RB position. It seems in most drafts, Young is assumed as the guy that will carry the load, but based on what?

Now we all know how any one of these guys could potentially take over and be successful in the role, but how do you see it shaking out?

I would like to hear from a Denver homer on this as well. What does the pecking order look like now?

At this point, it really is too early to tell outside of Young being the now unquestioned #1. Torain had been extremely impressive from reports and he was Young's greatest threat (especially at the goal line). Right now, I would assume that Young will get his chances at the GL. Aldridge was already impressing in camp and with the injury I don't see him being cut or sent to the practice squad. He and Hall seem to have a similar skill set as well as similar physical build. I don't see Pittman being much more than insurance at the position. He was listed at FB and now that he has taken a few reps at HB, he has tweaked his hammy and reportedly won't be practicing tomorrow.

It sounds like the article is saying just the opposite to me.

 

[Gatorman]

In my mind, if you decide to gamble on the Denver Running game, you need to pick the guy with either the highest ADP or the lowest, or both. For me, I see pittman as a guy I want on my team in a PPR league. He can catch the ball, so third downs should be his spot, and he may even get the starting nod depeding on performance and injuries.

 

[texasheat]

http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_10116880

Following Torain's injury, Broncos veteran Michael Pittman was switched from fullback back to tailback for a few reps. Pittman broke off some nice gains, but he aggravated a left hamstring injury following a long run. "The hamstring is mentally frustrating for me," he said. "I've got to make this team so it's something I have to work through. I feel like I have no room for mistakes so I can't be sitting on the sideline nursing an injury." Pittman said he would be out for the afternoon practice and again Thursday.

I really don't look for Pittman to do much this year.

 

[Cecil Lammey]

Spencer Larsen may play FB and LB on Saturday.

you never know with the Broncos backfield, but it's unwise to expect a lot from Pittman. Too bad Torain will be out for 3 months.

 

[Native]

Spencer Larsen may play FB and LB on Saturday.you never know with the Broncos backfield, but it's unwise to expect a lot from Pittman. Too bad Torain will be out for 3 months.

Whats your gut feeling on the Rb situation for the Broncos Cecil? Who do YOU think is going to start the season?

 

[Cecil Lammey]

Spencer Larsen may play FB and LB on Saturday.you never know with the Broncos backfield, but it's unwise to expect a lot from Pittman. Too bad Torain will be out for 3 months.

Whats your gut feeling on the Rb situation for the Broncos Cecil? Who do YOU think is going to start the season?

this is Young's job to lose. He has looked great at times, with big runs most every day. However, he is a liability in short yardage situations. Just like last year he gets swallowed up in the middle too often. I love Andre Hall, and if Young falters/gets injured Hall could take this job and run with it. He has to stay healthy, and he's a more natural inside runner than Selvin. It's great to see Quick Six - Anthony Alridge get some playing time. He makes quick cuts and sees the field well. He's great in the passing game - and in space. There is nothing when the defense is crowded for Anthony. He is so fast I've even seen him reverse field and get to the corner. Alridge is a novelty back, but he's making waves every day. They will find ways to get him on the field. Alridge is also lining up as a receiver. not motioning out, but lining up after they break the huddle in the slot. Torain took some time to get to top speed, but inside running was his bread and butter. He's a hard charger who would've been at the goalline. That's something the Broncos can't say about any of their other backs. Pittman may be worked in some goalline sets, but I have concerns about his effectiveness. Cecil Sapp has had better short yardage runs.

 

[T Bell]

I'm a Hall owner who is slowly warming to this situation after thinking that I had next to no value with him.

The depth chart for the HB position is pretty clearly: Young; Hall; ???

I think you pretty clearly just hold on and see what you have, but between the two guys Young has the inside track for carries.

It's ironic that, with a position in which you normally dread preseason injuries, the injuries may actually benefit fantasy owners by forcing clarity where Shanny wouldn't otherwise provide it.

 

[Buffaloes]

The article below suggests that Andre Hall is very much in the running for the starting RB slot in Denver this year. And now with the Torain injury, Pittman has moved back to the RB position. It seems in most drafts, Young is assumed as the guy that will carry the load, but based on what?

Now we all know how any one of these guys could potentially take over and be successful in the role, but how do you see it shaking out?

I would like to hear from a Denver homer on this as well. What does the pecking order look like now?

At this point, it really is too early to tell outside of Young being the now unquestioned #1. Torain had been extremely impressive from reports and he was Young's greatest threat (especially at the goal line). Right now, I would assume that Young will get his chances at the GL. Aldridge was already impressing in camp and with the injury I don't see him being cut or sent to the practice squad. He and Hall seem to have a similar skill set as well as similar physical build. I don't see Pittman being much more than insurance at the position. He was listed at FB and now that he has taken a few reps at HB, he has tweaked his hammy and reportedly won't be practicing tomorrow.

It sounds like the article is saying just the opposite to me.

Having watched Hall and the Denver running game all season last year, I guess I just don't see what a lot of people do in Hall. I think he can be a decent 3rd down RB but I don't see him as a legitimate threat to Young's playing time or starting position. The word out of camp is that there is competition. But I think that is camp speak.

 

[Cecil Lammey]

Andre Hall runs behind his pads better than Young. The competition is real, it's Selvin that's holding off Hall for now. Andre is a more natural RB, more instinctive, than Young. Both are smaller backs, both aren't the best between the tackles. The difference is that Hall could be very Warrick Dunn-like between the tackles, where as Young cannot.

 

[ScoobyDoo]

Oh, wow. I just had this severe case of Deja Vu. I think after last year I have the Denver backfield on my ignore list unless the value is too good to pass up.

 

[JHuber77]

Yet another year to avoid Denver RB's. Didn't know they were going down faster than a virgin on prom night. Maybe this gives a bump to Scheffler though. Especially with Marshall suspended. No decent backfield, old and suspended WR's = Scheffler having a big year.

 

[AnonymousBob]

So Hall is the clear backup?

 

[JHuber77]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

 

[BigSteelThrill]

Andre Hall runs behind his pads better than Young. The competition is real, it's Selvin that's holding off Hall for now. Andre is a more natural RB, more instinctive, than Young. Both are smaller backs, both aren't the best between the tackles. The difference is that Hall could be very Warrick Dunn-like between the tackles, where as Young cannot.

Cecil, Young is a far superior receiver then Hall. Correct?Also, from your observations at this camp has Young bulked up to 215?

 

[texasheat]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

 

[T Bell]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

It's more treacherous than most teams in this regard because week to week it can be difficult to discern who the starter/main guy will be.

 

[ScoobyDoo]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

Oh, really. Where was the fantastic value last year? Last year it was a train wreck.

 

[texasheat]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

It's more treacherous than most teams in this regard because week to week it can be difficult to discern who the starter/main guy will be.

Yes I agree with that, but to just say you aren't going to touch it doesn't make much sense to me. research, prognosticate... pray.

 

[texasheat]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

Oh, really. Where was the fantastic value last year? Last year it was a train wreck.

HI Scoobs, I would consider this value considering what his ADP was last season. 38 RB Young,Selvin DEN 15 140 729

 

[JHuber77]

its just as easy to take someone else who you don't have to worry about being the starter every week

 

[texasheat]

its just as easy to take someone else who you don't have to worry about being the starter every week

I never thought of it that way.

 

[Cecil Lammey]

Andre Hall runs behind his pads better than Young. The competition is real, it's Selvin that's holding off Hall for now. Andre is a more natural RB, more instinctive, than Young. Both are smaller backs, both aren't the best between the tackles. The difference is that Hall could be very Warrick Dunn-like between the tackles, where as Young cannot.

Cecil, Young is a far superior receiver then Hall. Correct?Also, from your observations at this camp has Young bulked up to 215?

Young has more consistent hands than Hall. I do like Hall in the open field better, but Andre still fights to bring it in.Selvin is bigger, but durability is still his biggest question mark.

 

[BigSteelThrill]

Andre Hall runs behind his pads better than Young. The competition is real, it's Selvin that's holding off Hall for now. Andre is a more natural RB, more instinctive, than Young. Both are smaller backs, both aren't the best between the tackles. The difference is that Hall could be very Warrick Dunn-like between the tackles, where as Young cannot.

Cecil, Young is a far superior receiver then Hall. Correct?Also, from your observations at this camp has Young bulked up to 215?

Young has more consistent hands than Hall. I do like Hall in the open field better, but Andre still fights to bring it in.Selvin is bigger, but durability is still his biggest question mark.

Which is why Shanahan said Young is a 15 carry guy currently.Thanks Cec.

 

[ScoobyDoo]

You never know with Skeletor running the show. Just stay away, very far away.

I don't understand someone taking this stance. The Denver running game always provides value it you can get the right guy.

Oh, really. Where was the fantastic value last year? Last year it was a train wreck.

HI Scoobs, I would consider this value considering what his ADP was last season. 38 RB Young,Selvin DEN 15 140 729

Meh. Sure, he was value cause he was a free pick up for the most part. Didn't change the fact that for a good 10-12 games last year you didn't know who the starter was in Denver until the last minute.Eating up roster space with Denver running backs is great if you've got the room. Play in a league with little bench space and it's just not worth it.

 

[BusMan]

Andre Hall runs behind his pads better than Young. The competition is real, it's Selvin that's holding off Hall for now. Andre is a more natural RB, more instinctive, than Young. Both are smaller backs, both aren't the best between the tackles. The difference is that Hall could be very Warrick Dunn-like between the tackles, where as Young cannot.

Cecil, Young is a far superior receiver then Hall. Correct?Also, from your observations at this camp has Young bulked up to 215?

Young has more consistent hands than Hall. I do like Hall in the open field better, but Andre still fights to bring it in.Selvin is bigger, but durability is still his biggest question mark.

Which is why Shanahan said Young is a 15 carry guy currently.Thanks Cec.

Actually:

Shanahan said during last season that Young, at 205 pounds, wasn't big enough to handle a steady workload. But the coaching staff's view of Young, along with his weight, has changed. He's weighing 212, the same number, give or take, that Davis and Clinton Portis once carried.

"Some guys can't handle more than 10 carries a game, but Selvin can," Shanahan said. "He's going to have to get himself in excellent shape, but I'd like to see him handle it and get it done. When you're averaging over 5 yards a carry, we'd be crazy to take him out."