Foggy RB situations... (1 Viewer)

[Ministry of Pain]

I'll just go around the horn here...

AFC East

New England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Buffalo: Lynch...are they gettign tired of him? What are their options?

NY Jets: Seems like Jones and Washingotn are set as their backfield.

Miami: I think they need to upgrade personally but I guess the Ronnie/Ricky combo is going to be what they roll with.

AFC Central

Baltimore: Can they keep all 3 RBs?

Cincinatti: Anyone got a clue here?

Cleveland: Another team that might take a RB in the draft?

Pittsburgh: Parker and Mendenhall...can't imagine they tinker with this much.

AFC South

Houston: Slaton and...

Indy: Addai and...

Jax: MJD and...

Tennessee: This seems pretty solid and set.

AFC West

Denver: Anyone...anyone...anyone...

Kansas City: LJ wanted out, wonder what he thinks now? Draft some more OL talent, Bowe, Gonzo, Cassell, LJ, grab a decent WR2/3 along the way, this has the making of a possible offensive explosion if they can get some help from that OL.

Oakland: I had a guy recently at a party who is a Raiders fan trying to tell me McFadden would explode this year...I'm not buying it right now, they are a total mess.

San Diego:

NFC East

Dallas: Loads of talent

New York Giants: Jacobs and Bradshaw...really like Bradshaw in dynasty leagues now. jacobs could easily just start 10-12 games with a fe knicks and bruises form his punishing running style. Bradshaw may become very valuable...don't listen to the negative reports, I don't think he is a thug and his trips to prison all seem to stem from when he was wilder as a young man.

Philadelphia: Westbrook for sure...Bucky is gone, Booker looks terrible everytime he is out there...this could be interesting.

Washington: Portis is one of the few remaining 20+ touches a game, bet the house he wil remain the RB1.

NFC North

Chicago: Forte, end of story

Detroit: Did I read that they signed MoMo to go with Kevin Smth? SMith owners should be happy.

Green Bay: Not sold on what they are running with right now.

Minnesota: Hmmmm...just kiddin, AP and Chester, what a luxury.

NFC South

Atlanta: All set

Carolina: All set

New Orleans: They seem to want to make some changes...I would not be surprised if they move Bush at some point as crazy as that may seem.

Tampa Bay: They look lost...Dunn was very good for them this year, I realize the age but I think he was a decent security blanket for them. With Dunn gone, I imagine they will try and possibly draft someone. Bucs fans have to elt Cadillac go at this point, and Graham had a nice run 2 seasons ago but he got hurt last year and he is not a top10 type RB in the league.

NFC West

Arizona: They will be looking into the draft I imagine but Lamont Jordan is floating around out there now...perhaps a RB like that who can vhurn out 750-900 on the gorund to compliment what they have already.

San Fran: All set at RB1

St Louis: All set

Seattle: Need a lot of help

What do you think? What teams are you watching closely?

 

[JohnnyU]

I want to know why you left HyperActive 1? We miss you MOP. Sorry for the hijack on the first post, but I couldn't stop my impulses.

 

[grtwhtsk]

I think Chicago needs to add another back to help out Forte.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I want to know why you left HyperActive 1? We miss you MOP.

Thanks JU, I miss the personalities too. I will be looking to expand the FIX league later this year, I am hoping to do with that league what Jeter has done with H/A...what are you all up to now...5 leagues? I prefer best ball and no FFA for the WW, it just took me a few years to realize what type of league best suits me.

 

[PatsWillWin]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I think Chicago needs to add another back to help out Forte.

True, but I don't see that spot producing anything close to what the other 2 back systems are doing on other teams. Forte seems to really run with that offense and gives them a chance to produce points. He isn't fancy but he seems pretty tough.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

Good point Jets, I forgot about that...but honestly when I read this, the first thing I said to myself was he might not make the team...not sure why but that was my first thought. He is trying to win a SB at this stage of his career but I don't see much in the tank.

 

[Craig_MiamiFL]

NE signed Fred Taylor who I expect to have a decent role there.

Edit: Others pointed out the above I was typing this. Jordan's good as gone there.

 

[Brutis]

I want to know why you left HyperActive 1? We miss you MOP. Sorry for the hijack on the first post, but I couldn't stop my impulses.

You miss me too, dont ya?

 

[Ron_Mexico]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

Good point Jets, I forgot about that...but honestly when I read this, the first thing I said to myself was he might not make the team...not sure why but that was my first thought. He is trying to win a SB at this stage of his career but I don't see much in the tank.

I think Fred Taylor is a vast improvement over Lamont Jordan.It should be Maroney, Taylor, Morris, Faulk going into 2009, imo.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

Good point Jets, I forgot about that...but honestly when I read this, the first thing I said to myself was he might not make the team...not sure why but that was my first thought. He is trying to win a SB at this stage of his career but I don't see much in the tank.

I saw nothing last year that made me think Taylor was slowing up to ride into the sunset MoP, was there a particular game or run that made you think this, or is just Taylor's age?

 

[JohnnyU]

I want to know why you left HyperActive 1? We miss you MOP. Sorry for the hijack on the first post, but I couldn't stop my impulses.

You miss me too, dont ya?

Who be you?

 

[JohnnyU]

I want to know why you left HyperActive 1? We miss you MOP.

Thanks JU, I miss the personalities too. I will be looking to expand the FIX league later this year, I am hoping to do with that league what Jeter has done with H/A...what are you all up to now...5 leagues? I prefer best ball and no FFA for the WW, it just took me a few years to realize what type of league best suits me.

Well, good luck in those new leagues :thumbsup: Yep, Hyper Active is growing leaps and bounds. I never thought I would like PPR leagues, but I must admit that I do, especially those that offer the flexibility for starting lineups like HAL.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

NE signed Fred Taylor who I expect to have a decent role there.Edit: Others pointed out the above I was typing this. Jordan's good as gone there.

I disagree with Taylor having much value there, and I did mention Jordan was let go. Granted the OL was terrible and riddled with injuries last year in Jax but he will turn 33 this year and he coems with a lot of wear and tear. Only had 25 cathces total the past 2 years, won't be asked to catch much in NE...unless he becomes the goal line feature back I don't see much upside there.

 

[Craig_MiamiFL]

NE signed Fred Taylor who I expect to have a decent role there.Edit: Others pointed out the above I was typing this. Jordan's good as gone there.

I disagree with Taylor having much value there, and I did mention Jordan was let go. Granted the OL was terrible and riddled with injuries last year in Jax but he will turn 33 this year and he coems with a lot of wear and tear. Only had 25 cathces total the past 2 years, won't be asked to catch much in NE...unless he becomes the goal line feature back I don't see much upside there.

Yeah, he won't have much fantasy value at all. Really none of them probably will. I do see him splitting time with Maroney/Morris on early downs.

 

[Ministry of Pain]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

Good point Jets, I forgot about that...but honestly when I read this, the first thing I said to myself was he might not make the team...not sure why but that was my first thought. He is trying to win a SB at this stage of his career but I don't see much in the tank.

I saw nothing last year that made me think Taylor was slowing up to ride into the sunset MoP, was there a particular game or run that made you think this, or is just Taylor's age?

143 carries for 556 yards and 1 TD on a 32 year old RB gave you what type of optimism?Some of his highlights...wk1 9/18 wk2 14/49wk4 10/25wk5 10/19wk6 3/10wk7 8/24wk8 5/12...this totals 59 carries for 157 yards on the ground and no TouchDowns and he just celebrated his 33rd B-Day aboiut a month ago...so he could tunr 34 before New England would reach the Super Bowl...I bet on Dunn doing well last year in Tampa Bay but I don't share that enthusiasm for a one dimensional threat like Fred Taylor at this point in his career.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

I'll just go around the horn here...AFC EastNew England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans?

Fred Taylor.

Good point Jets, I forgot about that...but honestly when I read this, the first thing I said to myself was he might not make the team...not sure why but that was my first thought. He is trying to win a SB at this stage of his career but I don't see much in the tank.

I saw nothing last year that made me think Taylor was slowing up to ride into the sunset MoP, was there a particular game or run that made you think this, or is just Taylor's age?

143 carries for 556 yards and 1 TD on a 32 year old RB gave you what type of optimism?Some of his highlights...wk1 9/18 wk2 14/49wk4 10/25wk5 10/19wk6 3/10wk7 8/24wk8 5/12...this totals 59 carries for 157 yards on the ground and no TouchDowns and he just celebrated his 33rd B-Day aboiut a month ago...so he could tunr 34 before New England would reach the Super Bowl...I bet on Dunn doing well last year in Tampa Bay but I don't share that enthusiasm for a one dimensional threat like Fred Taylor at this point in his career.

I saw the same burst and strength he's had the last few years - I agree that Taylor is one dimensional, but I think he can be at least as effective as Green-Ellis/Jordan/SMorris.Re: JAX running attack first half last year - line was in shambles, MJD wasn't any better in some of those games, except getting GL carries:wk1: 5-13wk2: 7-17/1wk5: 5-7/1wk8: 12-29I think Taylor could be a solid 15-20 carries a game guy for NE - they didn't waste much time signing him, so I think they have a plan to use him.

 

[Crippler]

I see only about 7 teams where a RB will probably not be drafted at this point

Minny. Tennessee, Carolina, Atlanta, Dallas, Oakland, and Pittsburgh as your missing Gary Russell who could be the surprise guy there

The rest are all open. I think SD might hit this list if they keep LT, Sproles and Hester as backfield. I like it.

Even the Giants I could see trying to replace Ward in some capacity

 

[Max Power]

I think Chicago needs to add another back to help out Forte.

Jerry Angelo has stated he wants to cut back on Forte's workload a bit. Sounds like Garrett Wolfe will get the first shot at that Rb2 slot, assuming Kevin jones moves on.If the Bears don't do something about the OL, Forte's value is going to take a hit regardless

 

[Boston]

MoP-I think you and many other non-Patriot fans truly don't understand how much BB loves Sammy Morris (and Kevin Faulk). As long as these two guys don't lose a step they will have prominent roles in the Patriot running game.

As for Maroney they are very down on him. He has yet to prove he can stay healthy, there are attitude questions about him and his play on the field has not been up to snuff. I would not be surprised one bit if he's not wearing a Patriot uniform next year. That being said he makes low-money and the Patriots may want to keep him around hoping the lightbulb finally goes on. My guess is if he's dealt it will be right around draft weekend...and if the Pats use a draft pick on a RB in the first three rounds his days will also be numbered.

One other guy that's hanging aroung is BJGE. He's a total wildcard as he played well when given an opportunity but he really didn't get much time at the end of the year. How the Pats feel about him is anyone's guess.

Bottomline...the Pats are an RBBC and will remain that way as long as Faulk and Morris continue playing like they have the last few years.

 

[H8fulHuck]

MoP-I think you and many other non-Patriot fans truly don't understand how much BB loves Sammy Morris (and Kevin Faulk). As long as these two guys don't lose a step they will have prominent roles in the Patriot running game.As for Maroney they are very down on him. He has yet to prove he can stay healthy, there are attitude questions about him and his play on the field has not been up to snuff. I would not be surprised one bit if he's not wearing a Patriot uniform next year. That being said he makes low-money and the Patriots may want to keep him around hoping the lightbulb finally goes on. My guess is if he's dealt it will be right around draft weekend...and if the Pats use a draft pick on a RB in the first three rounds his days will also be numbered.One other guy that's hanging aroung is BJGE. He's a total wildcard as he played well when given an opportunity but he really didn't get much time at the end of the year. How the Pats feel about him is anyone's guess. Bottomline...the Pats are an RBBC and will remain that way as long as Faulk and Morris continue playing like they have the last few years.

Agreed. Not much fantasy value in NE with the high octane passing game and RBBC on acid.

 

[dmac37]

I see only about 7 teams where a RB will probably not be drafted at this point

Minny. Tennessee, Carolina, Atlanta, Dallas, Oakland, and Pittsburgh as your missing Gary Russell who could be the surprise guy there

The rest are all open. I think SD might hit this list if they keep LT, Sproles and Hester as backfield. I like it.

Even the Giants I could see trying to replace Ward in some capacity

Bradshaw and Ware will replace Ward just fine.

 

[prymetyme25]

(RotoWire) Williams, who suffered his second torn ACL is as many years in 2008, is said to be ahead of schedule in his recovery, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: Williams still probably won't be ready until mid-season. Keep him on your fantasy radar as next season progresses.

I just saw this on my player news page..... Did he really get hurt again last year?

 

[dmac37]

I'll just go around the horn here...

AFC East

New England: Are they planning on Maroney returning full strength? I have to think he can be had in dynasty for very little. They let Jordan walk after he looked really good towards the end of the season...thought they might let Morris go and run with Jordan and Maroney. Patsfans? A mess

Buffalo: Lynch...are they gettign tired of him? What are their options?

NY Jets: Seems like Jones and Washingotn are set as their backfield. Neon Leon could become more of a factor

Miami: I think they need to upgrade personally but I guess the Ronnie/Ricky combo is going to be what they roll with. Brown as the lead dog should be fine

AFC Central

Baltimore: Can they keep all 3 RBs? 2009 a 3 headed mess with Rice starting to separate, 2010 & beyond the Ray Rice show

Cincinatti: Anyone got a clue here? Benson will be the guy

Cleveland: Another team that might take a RB in the draft?

Pittsburgh: Parker and Mendenhall...can't imagine they tinker with this much.

AFC South

Houston: Slaton and...

Indy: Addai and... Hart- he may surprise

Jax: MJD and...

Tennessee: This seems pretty solid and set.

AFC West

Denver: Anyone...anyone...anyone... Hillis & Buck

Kansas City: LJ wanted out, wonder what he thinks now? Draft some more OL talent, Bowe, Gonzo, Cassell, LJ, grab a decent WR2/3 along the way, this has the making of a possible offensive explosion if they can get some help from that OL.

Oakland: I had a guy recently at a party who is a Raiders fan trying to tell me McFadden would explode this year...I'm not buying it right now, they are a total mess. A mess but Bush is the value here

San Diego:

NFC East

Dallas: Loads of talent

New York Giants: Jacobs and Bradshaw...really like Bradshaw in dynasty leagues now. jacobs could easily just start 10-12 games with a fe knicks and bruises form his punishing running style. Bradshaw may become very valuable...don't listen to the negative reports, I don't think he is a thug and his trips to prison all seem to stem from when he was wilder as a young man. I agree Bradshaw is the value pick, can not forget the super bowl run, he was better than Jacobs

Philadelphia: Westbrook for sure...Bucky is gone, Booker looks terrible everytime he is out there...this could be interesting.

Washington: Portis is one of the few remaining 20+ touches a game, bet the house he wil remain the RB1.

NFC North

Chicago: Forte, end of story

Detroit: Did I read that they signed MoMo to go with Kevin Smth? SMith owners should be happy.

Green Bay: Not sold on what they are running with right now. A mystery but if B Jax is going to do anything this is the year

Minnesota: Hmmmm...just kiddin, AP and Chester, what a luxury.

NFC South

Atlanta: All set

Carolina: All set

New Orleans: They seem to want to make some changes...I would not be surprised if they move Bush at some point as crazy as that may seem.

Tampa Bay: They look lost...Dunn was very good for them this year, I realize the age but I think he was a decent security blanket for them. With Dunn gone, I imagine they will try and possibly draft someone. Bucs fans have to elt Cadillac go at this point, and Graham had a nice run 2 seasons ago but he got hurt last year and he is not a top10 type RB in the league.

Graham, I like him as a big sleeper pick to put up good numbers

NFC West

Arizona: They will be looking into the draft I imagine but Lamont Jordan is floating around out there now...perhaps a RB like that who can vhurn out 750-900 on the gorund to compliment what they have already. Agree the draft, not sold on Hightower

San Fran: All set at RB1

St Louis: All set

Seattle: Need a lot of help

What do you think? What teams are you watching closely?

Just my

 

[FFFanatic71]

I'll just go around the horn here...

Tampa Bay: They look lost...Dunn was very good for them this year, I realize the age but I think he was a decent security blanket for them. With Dunn gone, I imagine they will try and possibly draft someone. Bucs fans have to elt Cadillac go at this point, and Graham had a nice run 2 seasons ago but he got hurt last year and he is not a top10 type RB in the league.

Graham, I like him as a big sleeper pick to put up good numbers

What do you think? What teams are you watching closely?

Just my

Now that Ward is signed, not sure if the TB situation is foggier or more clear. Lots of opinions in the "Ward signed" thread. I tend to think he'll be the RB1 there with a pretty heavy dose of carries from an RB2 from either the draft or from Graham. Certainly a fluid thread though. Love the offseason!