Is Colston the perfect #2 WR? (1 Viewer)

[GroveDiesel]

Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled. He's virtually a lock for 70 receptions, 1050 yards and 7 TDs. Those aren't mindblowing numbers, but that kind of certainty allows you to take on more risk at the other two WR positions IMO. I can take a chance on more boom/bust type guys knowing that I can plug in Colston for his very solid production each week. If one of my other WRs picked after him starts blowing up, then Colston is a fantastic #3.

Seems like an excellent value pick to me because he's one of the few WRs that you can be almost certain of his production. Probably not a ton of upside with so many mouths to feed in NO, but if I know I am getting 70 catches, 1000 yards and 7 TDs from somebody, I can feel pretty comfortable waiting and taking lots more high upside WRs later.

 

[Phenix]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

 

[GroveDiesel]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

 

[OnTheReg]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

Haha, exactly - I didn't think you were masking anything. I agree on Colston, by the way. Solid production, and that's what I'm looking for in a WR2.

 

[Sack-Religious]

Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled. He's virtually a lock for 70 receptions, 1050 yards and 7 TDs. Those aren't mindblowing numbers, but that kind of certainty allows you to take on more risk at the other two WR positions IMO. I can take a chance on more boom/bust type guys knowing that I can plug in Colston for his very solid production each week. If one of my other WRs picked after him starts blowing up, then Colston is a fantastic #3.Seems like an excellent value pick to me because he's one of the few WRs that you can be almost certain of his production. Probably not a ton of upside with so many mouths to feed in NO, but if I know I am getting 70 catches, 1000 yards and 7 TDs from somebody, I can feel pretty comfortable waiting and taking lots more high upside WRs later.

I'd argue that Colston can make a decent WR1, depending on your draft strategy. If you opt to get elite RB QB and/or TE in the first few rounds, Colston can make a good "safe" WR1 for your team. He's not the "sexy" pick as his ceiling isn't very high, probably topping out around 80 receptions and 1100 yards, but his floor is about 70 receptions and 1000 yards. In either scenario 8-11 TDs isn't out of the question.What about his situation has changed so much that he can't at least duplicate last year's numbers? Graham's continued emergence? IMO it means that an opponsing D won't be able to roll a safety his way or bracket him.Sproles? Same as Graham - when Sproles is on the field, defences have to account for him and Colston may have more room to work.All 3 of these guys co-existed well last year and Meachem's receptions have left for SD. Sure, there's the potential for a slight regression in the NO passing numbers, I still think there's more than enough balls to support Graham, Sproles and Colston all getting 70+ receptions.All that said, I think he makes a great WR2, especially if you were able to secure elite players at other key positions.

 

[OnTheReg]

Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled. He's virtually a lock for 70 receptions, 1050 yards and 7 TDs. Those aren't mindblowing numbers, but that kind of certainty allows you to take on more risk at the other two WR positions IMO. I can take a chance on more boom/bust type guys knowing that I can plug in Colston for his very solid production each week. If one of my other WRs picked after him starts blowing up, then Colston is a fantastic #3.

Seems like an excellent value pick to me because he's one of the few WRs that you can be almost certain of his production. Probably not a ton of upside with so many mouths to feed in NO, but if I know I am getting 70 catches, 1000 yards and 7 TDs from somebody, I can feel pretty comfortable waiting and taking lots more high upside WRs later.

I'd argue that Colston can make a decent WR1, depending on your draft strategy. If you opt to get elite RB QB and/or TE in the first few rounds, Colston can make a good "safe" WR1 for your team. He's not the "sexy" pick as his ceiling isn't very high, probably topping out around 80 receptions and 1100 yards, but his floor is about 70 receptions and 1000 yards. In either scenario 8-11 TDs isn't out of the question.What about his situation has changed so much that he can't at least duplicate last year's numbers?

Graham's continued emergence? IMO it means that an opponsing D won't be able to roll a safety his way or bracket him.

Sproles? Same as Graham - when Sproles is on the field, defences have to account for him and Colston may have more room to work.

All 3 of these guys co-existed well last year and Meachem's receptions have left for SD. Sure, there's the potential for a slight regression in the NO passing numbers, I still think there's more than enough balls to support Graham, Sproles and Colstonall getting 70+ receptions.

All that said, I think he makes a great WR2, especially if you were able to secure elite players at other key positions.

 

[Ghost Rider]

Yep, he is a solid WR2. His numbers will be there at the end of the season, his bad weeks usually aren't bad at all (3-50-0 was his 2nd worst week last year), and he will give ya some big weeks.

 

[12punch]

Yes, colston is a good wr

 

[Koya]

I'd argue that Colston can make a decent WR1, depending on your draft strategy. If you opt to get elite RB QB and/or TE in the first few rounds, Colston can make a good "safe" WR1 for your team. He's not the "sexy" pick as his ceiling isn't very high, probably topping out around 80 receptions and 1100 yards, but his floor is about 70 receptions and 1000 yards. In either scenario 8-11 TDs isn't out of the question.

Couldnt agree more. This is part of the "depth at WR" discussion. I know there are shinier toys out there - J Jones, AG Green, Fitz - but each of those guys either has some issue at QB, or others looking for targets, etc. After Megatron, there's a huge drop off. I can see why some love JJs upside, but it's not proven year after year here. If you hold off on WR by going RB, TE and/or QB early, Colston is a nice find in the 4th to give a solid start each week.

 

[need2know]

hes my number 1. took McFadden and graham in rounds 1 & 2....

 

[ponchsox]

I was able to snag Nicks/Colston combo in the 4th and 5th rounds in my 12 team redraft. While everyone was grabbing the Roddy Whites and Jordy Nelsons in round 3, I took Trent Richardson as my RB3.

 

[gandalas]

I'd argue that Colston can make a decent WR1, depending on your draft strategy. If you opt to get elite RB QB and/or TE in the first few rounds, Colston can make a good "safe" WR1 for your team. He's not the "sexy" pick as his ceiling isn't very high, probably topping out around 80 receptions and 1100 yards, but his floor is about 70 receptions and 1000 yards. In either scenario 8-11 TDs isn't out of the question.

Colston had 80-1143-8 LAST year while missing 2 games. There is also more receptions to go around now that meachem is gone. So i failt to see how that is his floor?

 

[Pots]

I think Colston is a borderline WR1 with a high floor and a decent ceiling. He may not have as much upside of some of the younger WR1s being drafted, but he's got more than enough consistency to make up for it. At the end of the day, 75/1100/8 is a decent floor to fall back on, and it wouldn't take much luck for it to end up 85/1200/10.

 

[NeonDeion21]

This thread has me thinking, who are the WR2 you should target? If you go safe with your WR1 with a Calvin or Fitzgerald, should you take a high upside player like Percy Harvin?

 

[steveski]

This thread has me thinking, who are the WR2 you should target? If you go safe with your WR1 with a Calvin or Fitzgerald, should you take a high upside player like Percy Harvin?

You could or you could take a guy like Colston. I have Calvin as #1 and Colston as #2. I don't see any reason to go risky on your starters if there is a safe bet that is still available. What if your #1 goes down?

 

[Phenix]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

Oh, you mean like in the Marques Colston thread, which already exists?This thread is useless, and your an name calling and denying it is not about your team when your firsts words are "Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled," are just shameful.

 

[Otis]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot.

Ahhh the Shark Pool.

 

[ClownDogs]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

Oh, you mean like in the Marques Colston thread, which already exists?This thread is useless, and your an name calling and denying it is not about your team when your firsts words are "Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled," are just shameful.

I promise, if only people who came in here did not have interest in or have Colston, you would be getting all the A/C comments.

People like you ruin these boards. WTF cares if he "masked" it? Either say something intelligent(which i see might be tough) or just pass this post on by, rather simple.Anyways, I think colston is very under appreciated. 80/1000/8 seem like his floor. And with Meachem gone, almost a guarantee to hit those numbers. He was top 10 scoring in my leagues last year, so you should be pretty thrilled to have him as a WR2.

 

[GroveDiesel]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

Oh, you mean like in the Marques Colston thread, which already exists?This thread is useless, and your an name calling and denying it is not about your team when your firsts words are "Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled," are just shameful.

You mean the Colston thread that is specifically posted in order to discuss projections but lots of dolts like you use for other things? That one?Like I said, go pound sand. You don't add anything positive to the board. Don't even waste your time replying, you're already om ignore. You can feel free to go troll another thread and clutter up the board with your garbage while the rest of us big boys talk actual real world draft strategy based off of actual real world data.

 

[shredhead]

Thanks for the masked question in regards to your team. Those belong in the AC forum, you have been around here you know that.

You're an idiot. This has nothing to do with my team. I'm trying to provide some reasoning for why I believe Colston is a great #2 WR so that someone else drafting can think about it and maybe be helped out.Or so that maybe someone who disagrees can say why. This is about draft strategy, not my team. So go pound sand if you don't have anything to add to the discussion.

Oh, you mean like in the Marques Colston thread, which already exists?This thread is useless, and your an name calling and denying it is not about your team when your firsts words are "Ended up with him as my #2 WR in both drafts yesterday and was thrilled," are just shameful.

You mean the Colston thread that is specifically posted in order to discuss projections but lots of dolts like you use for other things? That one?Like I said, go pound sand. You don't add anything positive to the board. Don't even waste your time replying, you're already om ignore. You can feel free to go troll another thread and clutter up the board with your garbage while the rest of us big boys talk actual real world draft strategy based off of actual real world data.

I don't have anything to add either, but that's some funny stuff right there. I did get Colston as my #2 WR also and I am thrilled about it!