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J. Best owners - What are you doing this week? (1 Viewer)
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allnight33
Footballguy
I'm starting him over Welker/Dez Bryant/J. Stewart in a PPR league (RB/TE/WR position).
tkrull
Footballguy
No RB of note made the trip to Philly besides D.Brown. He practiced all week. He's not even listed on the Injured List. Manning to going to run if the box is light, pass if the box is full. If I'm the Eagles, I play the pass and take my chances with the Colts running game that lacks a run blocking TE. Should make things simplier than last week when Brown got his chances in obvious running situations (and Hart got his from passing looks).Bottomline: I'm torn. I'm trying to convince myself to stay away from Best vs. the Jets (which is a horrible non-PPR matchup).
goldenchild
Footballguy
That's where I am at as well... I've got Brandon Jackson in right now, but I'm not feeling too good about ittkrull said:
Avery
Footballguy
Well I benched Brandon Jackson and Steve Smith (Car) for him.
goldenchild
Footballguy
NON-PPR league, right? If it was a PPR league, I would be starting Best over Jackson.Well I benched Brandon Jackson and Steve Smith (Car) for him.
Avery
Footballguy
For me a PPR league, which is why I'm trepidatiously starting Best.NON-PPR league, right? If it was a PPR league, I would be starting Best over Jackson.Well I benched Brandon Jackson and Steve Smith (Car) for him.
nysportsfan
Footballguy
Jets DL DeVito out, Gholston to start. Might be some more room for Best after all.
Salty Dogz
Footballguy
I'm still debating Best, Blount or Bryant for my Flex (starting Turner and Megatron in a PPR league). Best should get enough receptions/yardage for PPR players. My problem is balancing Best with Blount (hot, but in tough w/ Atl run D) and Braynt (on road @GB w/Kitna but playing from behind). Would appreciate any last minute advice.
CowboysHomer
Footballguy
Due to byes I don't hvae much choice. Playing and praying.
Avery
Footballguy
If you're looking for uneasy and tepid enthusiasm for a player, you've come to the right thread!
nysportsfan
Footballguy
5.00 5 Receptions
0.00 0 Fumbles Lost (to Opponent)
4.00 40 Receiving Yards
4.80 48 Rushing Yards
13.80 Subtotal
Pretty standard day, and def. serviceable in my PPR. But I can see how this is not getting it done in non ppr.
0.00 0 Fumbles Lost (to Opponent)
4.00 40 Receiving Yards
4.80 48 Rushing Yards
13.80 Subtotal
Pretty standard day, and def. serviceable in my PPR. But I can see how this is not getting it done in non ppr.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
In other games this year, I have felt Best was indecisive or lacked the burst of speed he had Weeks 1 & 2.
Today I really felt it was the play calling.
Maybe the O-line is so horrible nothing would work, but most runs between tackles were always +1 or -1. Nothing new, been that way for weeks. What was new is he had two really nice runs on cutback runs, and looked better in passing game. I actually am less concerned about his toe after this week. He seems like he looks more himself, even though statistically it probably seems like same-o same-o.
ETA: I don't think I did a good job articulating my point...when he got in space today, he looked great. Its just it was rare they ran any plays where he had room to work with.
Today I really felt it was the play calling.
Maybe the O-line is so horrible nothing would work, but most runs between tackles were always +1 or -1. Nothing new, been that way for weeks. What was new is he had two really nice runs on cutback runs, and looked better in passing game. I actually am less concerned about his toe after this week. He seems like he looks more himself, even though statistically it probably seems like same-o same-o.
ETA: I don't think I did a good job articulating my point...when he got in space today, he looked great. Its just it was rare they ran any plays where he had room to work with.
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nysportsfan
Footballguy
Agree on all accounts. He had no chance for positive yardage on almost runs inside/between the tackles. I feel like they need to utilize him more in space, as it is obvious he is electric and has that crazy burst.
Leeroy Jenkins
Footballguy
Did he get hurt?
nysportsfan
Footballguy
He came out briefly with a hand/arm injury but came back in. Unless I missed something else, I believe that was it.
Lehigh98
Footballguy
Best - 13.8Oops, cost me 10 points but more from the Cowboys stinking and me underestimating Revis again than Best doing well.
Best looked his Best yesterday. he had the speed back. He had a TD taken away by a timeout called as the ball was being snapped. not a penatly type call back. I dont liek to say if it wasnt for that penalty type stuff because sometimes its the penalty that gives the RB the room to score the TD but in this cae no one including us the viewers knew the Jets called a TO and they all were playing hard and Best scored a tough TD.
If it wasnt for that we would be saying what a great game Best had, 20+ points and he would have been a fantasy star. and this was against the number 2 rushing D so the numbers he did were admirable. things get easier for best going forward, could be a good #2 RB going forward. Hes going to get 15-20 runs a week and 5-6 targets in the passing game. 100 plus yards a week is not out of the question. would have had it today if not for the TO.
If it wasnt for that we would be saying what a great game Best had, 20+ points and he would have been a fantasy star. and this was against the number 2 rushing D so the numbers he did were admirable. things get easier for best going forward, could be a good #2 RB going forward. Hes going to get 15-20 runs a week and 5-6 targets in the passing game. 100 plus yards a week is not out of the question. would have had it today if not for the TO.
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unckeyherb
Footballguy
yep, if it wasn't for that dumb 12 man timeout, he'd have had just under 20 for me against the top ranked defense in the league. He will continue to put up average numbers in the rushing department (esp. as long as they play call the way they did yesterday) but his receptions and YAC will keep his floor in the 10+ points range. Sprinkle in some long TD's and I'm happy.
JbizzleMan
Footballguy
He has earned back his flex spot on my team.
I was a little worried, but he did better than average against the Jets. I saw that TD on the ticker and I was wondering what happened. Too bad they didn't give him the ball the carry before when Smith lost a yard. As mentioned, without the timeout, he has a great day against one of the top couple rush defenses.
solorca
Footballguy
I have honestly been a little down on him, but when I took the time to look at what he's given my team on a week to week basis, I'm quite happy. Being able to rely on a minimum of 13 points every week from my RB2 or Flex starter is something that I'm perfectly comfortable with. When he happens to have a breakout game, that will just make it sweeter.
I have started him every week (except for his bye, obviously), and have yet to be killed by him. He was certainly a better choice than Mike Williams Seattle or Beanie Wells, both of which I was considering over him.
I have started him every week (except for his bye, obviously), and have yet to be killed by him. He was certainly a better choice than Mike Williams Seattle or Beanie Wells, both of which I was considering over him.
How come I can never find a deal that ridiculously good? (And no...I don't want Blount at that price.)
Feeling pretty good about dumping Best now.
nysportsfan
Footballguy
Dat dood ain't coming off the bench. Started out so promising, but at least there is value there next year.
Don Quixote
Footballguy
I'm holding out hope that Detroit sits Best this week, and he comes back healthy in time for the fantasy playoffs.
JbizzleMan
Footballguy
I own Best in my dynasty league and I keep turning down bottom feeder offers. His value is so low right now that I wouldn't even think about trading him this early.
theplayer11
Footballguy
Why was the guy even active if he ccould only carry the ball 3 times?
Northbound Train
Footballguy
He'll more than likely continue riding pine in both leagues I have him for the remainder of the year.
Addai's Adidas
Footballguy
Pretty bad when Maurice Morris looks like he has more burst than Best.
unckeyherb
Footballguy
yeah, I've changed nmy tune regarding Best. Until he can go into a game healthy, he won't be starting for me again.
Addai's Adidas
Footballguy
dropped Best and picked up BJGE last week. Good call.
FFdork
Footballguy
If the toes are getting worse and can't get better without a long period of rest, then why wouldn't the Lions put him on IR?
He obviously can't contribute right now. I'm thinking they're either trying to give him some real time off or else he'll be shelved for the season soon.
I'm going to try to hold until we get some clarification, but it'll depend on if anyone juicy is on the WW.
He obviously can't contribute right now. I'm thinking they're either trying to give him some real time off or else he'll be shelved for the season soon.
I'm going to try to hold until we get some clarification, but it'll depend on if anyone juicy is on the WW.
Ketamine Dreams
Footballguy
Hold or drop? What are you all doing with him in redraft?
Fantasy_Freak
Footballguy
I'm holding onto him, in a 16 team league there are not many options out there for me and if he magically reappears I'll have him as an option come playoffs.
