everydayj
Footballguy
If his leg flies off, it's going sixty yards and straight through the uprights with room to spare.
Fantasy Football - Footballguys Forums
This is a sample guest message. Register a free account today to become a member! Once signed in, you'll be able to participate on this site by adding your own topics and posts, as well as connect with other members through your own private inbox!
Greg Zuerlein (1 Viewer)
- Thread starter Shawn
- Start date
King of the Jungle
Footballguy
I have never been so excited about a kicker in my life. Having said that he will go 0-4 on FGs Thursday and also miss an extra point.
Macdaddy_2004
Footballguy
I'm still on pins and needles if I will win my FAAB bid - 2 other owners have kickers on byes this week so I am hoping my bid is enough.
Macdaddy_2004
Footballguy
Will make the Thursday nighter a lot more fun - whoever thought fantasy kickers could be so fun!!!
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
they're serious fun
northwoods
Footballguy
Love what Legatron has done so far this year. Who would you drop to pick him up?
Abspara
Footballguy
Anyone who wasn't producing as well as Legatron is and you feel is expendable. That's who i'd consider dropping.In my league, Legatron is putting up RB2 numbers. Thankfully I've had the guy since preseason, but if I had to get him now, i'd drop any kicker I currently had.
Last edited by a moderator:
Raider Nation
Devil's Advocate
He's got SeaBass's leg strength (if not better) + the accuracy of Vinatieri in his prime. SCARY potential.He doesn't always attempt 75-yard field goals, but when he does.... it splits the uprights.'Mr. Know-It-All said:
Raider Nation
Devil's Advocate
Panhandlers give Greg Zuerlein money.
When Greg Zuerlein drives a new car off the lot, it increases in value.
Greg Zuerlein has won the lifetime achievement award... twice.
When Greg Zuerlein drives a new car off the lot, it increases in value.
Greg Zuerlein has won the lifetime achievement award... twice.
Raider Nation
Devil's Advocate
Let them keep their heads in the sand. As long as he stays in our lineups, it doesn't really matter.Maybe it will take actually SEEING him kick on national TV this Thursday night to convince folks.
tombonneau
Footballguy
Hey, at least he made the waiver wire report this week ...
Time Kibitzer
Footballguy
Can't wait to see the guy hit a game-winning 65 yarder on primetime
Nucker101
Footballguy
I guess maybe they view him as a boom or bust if there not expecting much from the Rams this week. He's a stud when he gets the long range opportunities, no doubt.
bolldpt
Footballguy
bolldpt
Footballguy
He's the most interesting kicker in the world.
Not Sleeping
Footballguy
What are you talking about with RB2 numbers? The only thing that matters is how he performs vs. other kickers...which is very good right now, but what does "RB2 numbers" have to do with anything? As good as he has been, he's not the #1 scoring kicker (that would be Jason Hanson). It's not like he's scored 5 points more a week than any other kicker in the league. So for you to so blithely say "I'd drop any kicker" for him like there's not even any consideration needed makes no sense.Now don't get me wrong...I think it's entirely possible he could end the season as the #1 scoring kicker. I don't think he will, but I agree it's possible.The original question of who would you drop to pick him up is better posed as "Where does he rank in your Rest of Season kicker rankings"? For me, I would rank the following kickers above Zuerlein for ROS projected output:AkersBryantGostkowskiCrosbyTuckerHansonI wouldn't drop any of those 6. In addition, I would have to think long and hard about dropping Hartley, Janikowski, or Graham.So if you drafted Dan Bailey, then by all means, grab Zuerlein and run with him the rest of the season. But for those holding any of the above 9 kickers, it's not as clear.EDIT: With all of that said, I wish I could bring myself to drop Tucker for Zuerlein. I haven't seen a fantasy player bring such joy to their owners since Joe Webb and his WR eligibility in 2010.
Last edited by a moderator:
tombonneau
Footballguy
I think he'll seriously challenge the record of most 50+ FG in a season (8). http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_National_Football_League_records_(individual)#Field_goalsBtw lets add this to the list of nfl records that will never be broken:
Dr. Awesome
Footballguy
It depends on your scoring. 3 points for all field goals? Zuerlein takes a significant hit. If you get points for distance kicks he's perhaps the best kicker. I'm dumping Gostkowski for him and there is no question in my mind it's the right decision.
Time Kibitzer
Footballguy
The way that the kicker position seems to improve each year, I think that record doesn't stand a chance of surviving long term.
Not Sleeping
Footballguy
I'm assuming 3 points for 0-39, 4 points for 40-49, 5 points for 50+, 1 for PAT, and no deductions for missed FGs. I would not drop Gostkowski for Zuerlein, but I agree I would be tempted after his recent misses. I just like the guaranteed PATs every week. They give him a higher floor. There's just nothing worse than 0 or 1 from your kicker.
Dr. Awesome
Footballguy
PM Joe about changing the username because you're sleeping on this kid.
flooredyas
Footballguy
In a mandatory must roster 2 K league and just got him off waivers tonight. He was my 2nd pickup of the nighy (behind NE Bolden) and couldn't be happier. While I also own Barth who in himself isn't bad, just seeing him in my lineup gives me the wooly's. 50 yarders are worth 5 points so he definately holds added value. Thursday night has been pushed up a notch, as I can see him getting his opportunities when Az. shuts down SL, forcing them to settle for long FG chances.
chinawildman
Footballguy
Kwai Chang Caine
Footballguy
I cut Tucker for him. We don't get extra points for distance but I like the dome aspect and maybe the Rams are just good enough this year to get him a lot of opportunities especially considering the defenses in their own division.
I also have Akers. I'm waiting to see if I move The Leg ahead of him. Not happy that Akers has missed three FGs. Plus he's outdoors in the playoff weeks.
I also have Akers. I'm waiting to see if I move The Leg ahead of him. Not happy that Akers has missed three FGs. Plus he's outdoors in the playoff weeks.
Sienna2012
Footballguy
I just dropped Gostkowski and picked up Legs. My league gets 3 points per fg, plus 2 extra points for 50 yards or longer. I will take my chances.
Rick James
Footballguy
Dropped Hanson for him. Never been this excited about a kicker before.
BearsFan4Life
Footballguy
Own Tucker and picked up Zuerlein and will start him over Tucker thanks to the dome.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
193 post thread about kicker? I had the high score of the season last week with Kaeding in there (I flaked, zero points).Starting Greg the Leg this week and every week save the bye. One less thing to think about.A kicker thread? Good lawd. 11 pages of smelling each others farts and back slapping over hitting the lottery with AlMo I get. But a kicker?Macdaddy_2004
Footballguy
Cost me 11% - Originally I had 6% then a few of the guys started talking him up so I upped my bid.Just scored Legatron aka Greg the Leg for 12% of my FAAB budget.
packersfan
Footballguy
Every point counts and the ability to upgrade your team at any position should not be ignored. I'm off to a great start in my league even though Dan Bailey is killing me. I think Bailey's a great kicker but he's clearly in a bad situation right now. So if I can add 3-4 points (or more) to my score per week with Zeurlein (assuming I get him today) I'm going to do it. So should every owner with a shaky kicker situation. With points at a premium, a stud or potential stud at any position carries value.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Cool beans.The delta between the #3 kicker and the #14 kicker last year (standard scoring, +1 for over 40 and +2 over 50) was all of 18 points over 16 weeks. If you had Seabass or Akers (neither of whom were being drafted relatively early in August), boom, big advantage. For anybody who missed out on the outliers, not much difference. But whatever, if you think Zuerlein is a difference maker, good on ya. I'll plug him but expect him to be adequate and nothing more. If I'm wrong, so much the better.Bigger fish to fry than worrying about a kicker.Every point counts and the ability to upgrade your team at any position should not be ignored. I'm off to a great start in my league even though Dan Bailey is killing me. I think Bailey's a great kicker but he's clearly in a bad situation right now. So if I can add 3-4 points (or more) to my score per week with Zeurlein (assuming I get him today) I'm going to do it. So should every owner with a shaky kicker situation. With points at a premium, a stud or potential stud at any position carries value.
packersfan
Footballguy
It's all about the potential points. If all I'm getting is one more point per week that's still one more point in my favor. I'll take that, regardless of the position or its perceived level of importance.Cool beans.The delta between the #3 kicker and the #14 kicker last year (standard scoring, +1 for over 40 and +2 over 50) was all of 18 points over 16 weeks. If you had Seabass or Akers (neither of whom were being drafted relatively early in August), boom, big advantage. For anybody who missed out on the outliers, not much difference. But whatever, if you think Zuerlein is a difference maker, good on ya. I'll plug him but expect him to be adequate and nothing more. If I'm wrong, so much the better.Bigger fish to fry than worrying about a kicker.Every point counts and the ability to upgrade your team at any position should not be ignored. I'm off to a great start in my league even though Dan Bailey is killing me. I think Bailey's a great kicker but he's clearly in a bad situation right now. So if I can add 3-4 points (or more) to my score per week with Zeurlein (assuming I get him today) I'm going to do it. So should every owner with a shaky kicker situation. With points at a premium, a stud or potential stud at any position carries value.
northwoods
Footballguy
I jumped on the Z-Train last night. Dropped Graham for him. Our league gives the 2+ bonus for 50+ FG's and he is currently second in points YTD. Graham was tied for 12th with Prater, 11 points behind. I know it's only a few points per game difference but Graham missed a 50+ yarder last week and that's a kick that Legatron has easily made this year. Eagerly anticipating Thursday nights game but preparing myself for the chance that the hype might come crashing down with a bad night...
If it does, can we start a Blair Walsh thread next week?
If it does, can we start a Blair Walsh thread next week?
Ace zero1
Footballguy
There ya go!
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
so, are you saying he's an advantage or not an advantage?Cool beans.The delta between the #3 kicker and the #14 kicker last year (standard scoring, +1 for over 40 and +2 over 50) was all of 18 points over 16 weeks. If you had Seabass or Akers (neither of whom were being drafted relatively early in August), boom, big advantage. For anybody who missed out on the outliers, not much difference. But whatever, if you think Zuerlein is a difference maker, good on ya. I'll plug him but expect him to be adequate and nothing more. If I'm wrong, so much the better.Every point counts and the ability to upgrade your team at any position should not be ignored. I'm off to a great start in my league even though Dan Bailey is killing me. I think Bailey's a great kicker but he's clearly in a bad situation right now. So if I can add 3-4 points (or more) to my score per week with Zeurlein (assuming I get him today) I'm going to do it. So should every owner with a shaky kicker situation. With points at a premium, a stud or potential stud at any position carries value.
Bigger fish to fry than worrying about a kicker.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
I'm apathetic, though Career Kicker post count just quadrupled making the point.so, are you saying he's an advantage or not an advantage?Cool beans.The delta between the #3 kicker and the #14 kicker last year (standard scoring, +1 for over 40 and +2 over 50) was all of 18 points over 16 weeks. If you had Seabass or Akers (neither of whom were being drafted relatively early in August), boom, big advantage. For anybody who missed out on the outliers, not much difference. But whatever, if you think Zuerlein is a difference maker, good on ya. I'll plug him but expect him to be adequate and nothing more. If I'm wrong, so much the better.Every point counts and the ability to upgrade your team at any position should not be ignored. I'm off to a great start in my league even though Dan Bailey is killing me. I think Bailey's a great kicker but he's clearly in a bad situation right now. So if I can add 3-4 points (or more) to my score per week with Zeurlein (assuming I get him today) I'm going to do it. So should every owner with a shaky kicker situation. With points at a premium, a stud or potential stud at any position carries value.
Bigger fish to fry than worrying about a kicker.
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
why wouldn't you want a big advantage, as you describe it?
Not Sleeping
Footballguy
Why would you roster two kickers? Is is a requirement for your league?
Not Sleeping
Footballguy
So I've now heard some of you say you have dropped Hanson, Tucker, and Graham for Legatron.
Honest question: Is there any kicker you wouldn't cut for him at this point? Are you all saying that Young G.Z. is your projected #1 kicker Rest of Season?
Honest question: Is there any kicker you wouldn't cut for him at this point? Are you all saying that Young G.Z. is your projected #1 kicker Rest of Season?
Chigurh
Footballguy
I dropped Matt Bryant for him in two leagues and it's funny that you ask this question because I made the adds while thinking that if I were to put money on who scores more the rest of the way, I would probably bet on Bryant, i.e. I would project Bryant higher than Greg the Leg for the rest of the season. So why did I make the move? Because I believe there's a chance that Legatron puts up #1 overall kicker stats and outscores Bryant by a sizeable margin. While I think it is more likely that Bryant scores more, I don't think he'll outscore Greg by a whole lot (less than 1 PPG). But Greg the Leg seems like someone I might actually regret not taking the chance on. He could be an actual difference maker from the Kicker spot and could be head and shoulders above the rest, which would be a huge advantage. Plus it's fun to actually be excited about my kicker. That, in fact, might be what tipped the scales for me. I have Legatron on my team!
DLR
Footballguy
There is a 90+ page thread on him over at rotoworld where I originally learned about him back in the preseason. Kicker. 9. 0.
Kwai Chang Caine
Footballguy
Yes. I know , I know...
Similar threads
