Is it time to Drop Sproles? (Yes... I'm panicking) (1 Viewer)

[agame2323]

Is his role being reduced? I could easily pickup Andre Brown but I want to believe that this is just a passing phase in New Orleans. Sproles still looks dynamic but he's just not getting the opportunities. I don't know if you can trust is situation going forward.

 

[bagger]

if you cant find someone to drop other than sproles for brown, you dont need brown anyway.

dont drop sproles.

 

[agame2323]

Only other RB I have is Trent Richardson. I know... I really hopeful for some reason

 

[Pietaster2]

Dropped him last night for Vereen in standard. If Vereen or Brown are available on your WW, I'd rush to make that move.

 

[TeeDub]

I can't see myself dropping him yet in PPR, but I'm most likely benching him this week against the jets and their stout rushing defense

 

[Statorama]

I commented that it looked like he'd lost a step five weeks ago, and got pummeled on this board.

Those who took my advice and moved him after the Miami anomaly are looking good right now.

 

[TheCommish]

I can't see myself dropping him yet in PPR, but I'm most likely benching him this week against the jets and their stout rushing defense

Sproles shouldn't be de-valued because of a tough run defense matchup. He's a pass catching RB first and foremost. Any rushing stats are gravy. His problem this year has been TD production. Aside from his one big game, he hasn't scored a TD. That's very unusual for him. In a full point PPR, he only has two games under 9.6 points, so unless he puts up another couple of games like he did last week, I'll continue putting him in my line-up.

 

[Pietaster2]

Dropped him last night for Vereen in standard. If Vereen or Brown are available on your WW, I'd rush to make that move.

To elaborate further, Sproles had three abysmal games in a row (in standard), and has a few tough rushing matchups ahead on the schedule (most notably SF, Seattle, and Carolina). He's no longer a major part of the gameplan in NO, and Andre Brown is a potential three down back on an offense that has rediscovered their running game. Payton has too many weapons for Brees to throw to, to reliably expect Sproles to be featured every week in the passing game.

Dropping Sproles for Brown is a no brainer.

 

[TheCommish]

I commented that it looked like he'd lost a step five weeks ago, and got pummeled on this board.

Those who took my advice and moved him after the Miami anomaly are looking good right now.

He's still on pace for 82 catches for 837 yards and 4 TDs, plus his rushing stats. He's prone to have monster games, and will have a dud every now and then, too. But in general, he's been fairly consistent. Easily usable as a flex play.

 

[TeeDub]

I can't see myself dropping him yet in PPR, but I'm most likely benching him this week against the jets and their stout rushing defense

Sproles shouldn't be de-valued because of a tough run defense matchup. He's a pass catching RB first and foremost. Any rushing stats are gravy. His problem this year has been TD production. Aside from his one big game, he hasn't scored a TD. That's very unusual for him. In a full point PPR, he only has two games under 9.6 points, so unless he puts up another couple of games like he did last week, I'll continue putting him in my line-up.

They've shutdown pass catching receivers and I see Brees throwing the ball down the field with the jets' decimating secondary. If the saints don't do this they WILL lose Sunday @jets

 

[TheCommish]

Dropped him last night for Vereen in standard. If Vereen or Brown are available on your WW, I'd rush to make that move.

To elaborate further, Sproles had three abysmal games in a row (in standard), and has a few tough rushing matchups ahead on the schedule (most notably SF, Seattle, and Carolina). He's no longer a major part of the gameplan in NO, and Andre Brown is a potential three down back on an offense that has rediscovered their running game. Payton has too many weapons for Brees to throw to, to reliably expect many passes to Sproles at this point.

Dropping Sproles for Brown is a no brainer.

Personally, I wouldn't own Sproles in a standard league. His true value comes in PPR leagues.

 

[Squintz82]

Traded him for Andre Johnson

 

[ponchsox]

I think he's safe to drop at this point.

 

[ConnSKINS26]

I think he's safe to drop at this point.

He was injured on his first touch. You'd be a fool to drop him without knowing if he's gonna miss time, and if so how much. For all we know he was in for a big game. It's not like he's injury prone.

 

[Breesisdaman]

I hope someone drops him in my league.

 

[ponchsox]

I think he's safe to drop at this point.

He was injured on his first touch. You'd be a fool to drop him without knowing if he's gonna miss time, and if so how much. For all we know he was in for a big game. It's not like he's injury prone.

Ok, I'll add that he's safe to drop if someone like Vereen or Brown is available. Sproles has had one good game all season.

 

[TeeDub]

Any update on sproles?

 

[tonyftony716]

Has to go through concussion protocol. If he is not doing at least light workouts on Wed don't expect him to play Sunday. Again, they have to follow protocol but light exercise mid week is usually a good sign.

 

[NREC34]

Traded him for Andre Johnson

Smooth move

 

[Squintz82]

Traded him for Andre Johnson

Smooth move

Yep, I the owner I traded with had a meltdown on Sunday night

 

[Kool-Aid Larry]

Only other RB I have is Trent Richardson. I know... I really hopeful for some reason

change thread title to 'is it time to drop richardson?'

 

[blake]

I commented that it looked like he'd lost a step five weeks ago, and got pummeled on this board.

Those who took my advice and moved him after the Miami anomaly are looking good right now.

He's still on pace for 82 catches for 837 yards and 4 TDs, plus his rushing stats. He's prone to have monster games, and will have a dud every now and then, too. But in general, he's been fairly consistent. Easily usable as a flex play.

Yup, I agree. I'm intrigued with this thread to see if anyone is actually buying low on him, or trying to.

 

[WhatRox]

Holding on in 10 team non-PPR, but more to keep him out of competitive hands than to play him. He's too inconsistent in non-PPR to use with confidence. He's the first guy off should a WW opportunity arise and will shop him actively if he puts together a half-decent game this week

 

[BustedKnuckles]

Holding on in 10 team non-PPR, but more to keep him out of competitive hands than to play him. He's too inconsistent in non-PPR to use with confidence. He's the first guy off should a WW opportunity arise and will shop him actively if he puts together a half-decent game this week

this week ? As in week 10?

 

[Doug B]

Has anyone recently come back from a concussion the week following? Seems like skipping the next game is just about de rigeur.

 

[starks]

#Saints RB Darren Sproles has passed concussion protocols and is practicing today. #FantasyFootball

Well I am happy for him but was really looking forward to the possibility to flexing PT Cruiser this weekend v Dallas.

 

[zoonation]

#Saints RB Darren Sproles has passed concussion protocols and is practicing today. #FantasyFootball

Well I am happy for him but was really looking forward to the possibility to flexing PT Cruiser this weekend v Dallas.

not sure what your depth is like but he is a flex play regardless. If Sproles can't go Pierre is a strong RB2 play in PPR leagues IMO.

 

[WhatRox]

For those that care.... 10 team, nonPPR, standard. Dropped him for Dobson. I needed help at WR after losing Blackmon and I have depth at RB. Would have preferred to hold him, but couldn't let Dobson pass me by. Tried to trade Sproles, but no owner was interested. At the end of the day, I just didn't see myself starting Sproles with any confidence.

 

[the spanker]

#Saints RB Darren Sproles has passed concussion protocols and is practicing today. #FantasyFootball

Well I am happy for him but was really looking forward to the possibility to flexing PT Cruiser this weekend v Dallas.

not sure what your depth is like but he is a flex play regardless. If Sproles can't go Pierre is a strong RB2 play in PPR leagues IMO.

Sproles will be a go, he's a tough cookie.

 

[need2know]

Any chance they remove him from return duties due to the concussion?

This dallas game Sunday night at home is the kind of matchup sproles and the Saints generally go crazy in. Expect big points and sproles should be right in the middle of it as long as he plays

 

[starks]

#Saints RB Darren Sproles has passed concussion protocols and is practicing today. #FantasyFootball

Well I am happy for him but was really looking forward to the possibility to flexing PT Cruiser this weekend v Dallas.

not sure what your depth is like but he is a flex play regardless. If Sproles can't go Pierre is a strong RB2 play in PPR leagues IMO.

Playing Spiller, Mike James and Nicks over PT with news of Sproles being back. (non-ppr)

 

[zoonation]

#Saints RB Darren Sproles has passed concussion protocols and is practicing today. #FantasyFootball

Well I am happy for him but was really looking forward to the possibility to flexing PT Cruiser this weekend v Dallas.

not sure what your depth is like but he is a flex play regardless. If Sproles can't go Pierre is a strong RB2 play in PPR leagues IMO.

Playing Spiller, Mike James and Nicks over PT with news of Sproles being back. (non-ppr)

Kind of a no-brainer for you there. I agree. Pierre has very limited value in non-ppr.

 

[FUBAR]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

 

[VikingFrog]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Hope you aren't watching tonight's game.

 

[fred_1_15301]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Hope you aren't watching tonight's game.

In a non-PPR his value is extremely limited (despite tonight's game). That's still a good move.

 

[Polka King]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Hope you aren't watching tonight's game.

In a non-PPR his value is extremely limited (despite tonight's game). That's still a good move.

I can't see Vereen having much value in non-PPR if Ridley is healthy and keeps the ball off the carpet. It's easy to say right now, but I'd probably value Sproles over Vereen.

 

[Zow]

Any chance they remove him from return duties due to the concussion?

This dallas game Sunday night at home is the kind of matchup sproles and the Saints generally go crazy in. Expect big points and sproles should be right in the middle of it as long as he plays

Nostradamus… although you need a new avatar

 

[need2know]

Any chance they remove him from return duties due to the concussion?

This dallas game Sunday night at home is the kind of matchup sproles and the Saints generally go crazy in. Expect big points and sproles should be right in the middle of it as long as he plays

Nostradamus… although you need a new avatar

Played sproles and p. Thomas on one team. Lovin it

 

[fred_1_15301]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Hope you aren't watching tonight's game.

In a non-PPR his value is extremely limited (despite tonight's game). That's still a good move.

I can't see Vereen having much value in non-PPR if Ridley is healthy and keeps the ball off the carpet. It's easy to say right now, but I'd probably value Sproles over Vereen.

Whatever Vereen does is gravy for him. Mike James is worth more than Sproles and Brown combined in a non-PPR

 

[Polka King]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Hope you aren't watching tonight's game.

In a non-PPR his value is extremely limited (despite tonight's game). That's still a good move.

I can't see Vereen having much value in non-PPR if Ridley is healthy and keeps the ball off the carpet. It's easy to say right now, but I'd probably value Sproles over Vereen.

Whatever Vereen does is gravy for him. Mike James is worth more than Sproles and Brown combined in a non-PPR

Fair enough.... It sounded as if the acquisitions were waiver claims as opposed to a trade. Perhaps I misunderstood.

 

[ConnSKINS26]

Any chance they remove him from return duties due to the concussion?

This dallas game Sunday night at home is the kind of matchup sproles and the Saints generally go crazy in. Expect big points and sproles should be right in the middle of it as long as he plays

Nostradamus although you need a new avatar

Played sproles and p. Thomas on one team. Lovin it

Did the same, great combo tonight.

 

[dcgangstas]

Great game from Sproles tonight. He will have to become a big part of the offense again if Jimmy Graham's plantar fascia issue continues to be an issue.

 

[49ernut]

Just traded for him, he is so unique and a perfect fit for that offense. I would not worry about sproles.

 

[Godsbrother]

Had to bench him after his last two weeks.

 

[CentralPA]

Played Bell and Moreno over him in PPR. Great to see him have a good game but he's been very inconsistent this season it seems. It's nice to have him though for bench depth and if he can put up 20+ the next couple of games he could be gold come playoff time.

 

[voiceofunreason]

dropped him (and Donald Brown) for Mike James and Shane Vereen in redraft non-PPR

Can anyone join this league or is it just you and your mom?

 

[ebsteelers]

anyone dropping him now?

 

[sdurity]

I dropped him this week. 0.5 ppr league. He has been dead weight for too many weeks. I can't reliably start him in a must-win game or the playoffs. Bye bye.

 

[glumpy]

Dropped him last night for Vereen in standard. If Vereen or Brown are available on your WW, I'd rush to make that move.

To elaborate further, Sproles had three abysmal games in a row (in standard), and has a few tough rushing matchups ahead on the schedule (most notably SF, Seattle, and Carolina). He's no longer a major part of the gameplan in NO, and Andre Brown is a potential three down back on an offense that has rediscovered their running game. Payton has too many weapons for Brees to throw to, to reliably expect many passes to Sproles at this point.

Dropping Sproles for Brown is a no brainer.

Personally, I wouldn't own Sproles in a standard league. His true value comes in PPR leagues.

Standard league and I dropped him the week before his concussion. Nobody's picked him up since.

eta: Even in standard he's ranked overall #27--but there's just no way to guess when he hits or misses.

 

[pbandy1]

i'm personally dropping Ridley for Sproles in a 1 pt PPR (4 max RB). Just hoping he can stay healthy but I honestly doubt he makes it in my line-up for the playoffs.