L. Naanee SD WR (1 Viewer)

[THE UNDERCOVER BROTHA]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues.

He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

 

[Cecil_Pooples]

I've liked him for a couple years now. Though the PT and results haven't been there to date, he's a very interesting stash as Chambers is good as gone this offseason and Floyd is a RFA I believe.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

In dynasty leagues, he's a great prospect. He'll probably start next year (if not before then). This is the final year of Chambers' contract. (V.Jackson's, too, but the Chargers are likely to try to re-sign him.) And whenever he does end up starting, he's got the physical talent to become . . . I'd like to say a star, but let's just say he's got the physical talent to be productive.

As for this year, the week one performance will be much better than his average. A reporter asked Norv Turner on Tuesday whether Naanee would get a bigger role in the offense. Turner answered something like: "He caught five balls. A bigger role would mean more than 80 receptions. That's not going to happen." Turner continued that there will be some games when Naanee has five catches while Floyd and Chambers have one each, and there will be other games when the roles are reversed.

Bottom line is that Jackson will be on the field almost all the time, while Chambers, Floyd, and Naanee all rotate. So it's likely that none of the latter WRs will be dependable fantasy players in 2009.

In 2010, though, I like Naanee a lot.

 

[BobbyLayne]

Dude made a couple of superb catches on MNF, he's got good size, nice RAC on a couple of them. He's been like a 3 year project coming out of Boise St, and I think its finally coming together for him.

Not much value in redrafts (all 3 of my leagues) but he's one to monitor.

 

[EBF]

He's one of those fringe guys that people in my dynasty leagues have flirted with on waivers throughout the past couple seasons. He has generated a steady buzz since being picked by the Chargers as a h-back/WR hybrid out of Boise State, but he had never done enough on the football field to warrant a roster spot in typical dynasty leagues until his breakout game on MNF. That performance coupled with the possible imminent departure of Mr. Chambers means lots of folks will be stashing Naanee in hopes of getting San Diego's future WR2.

I thought he was an interesting prospect coming out of college and I think he has a chance to be successful. He has good size, runs well, and appears to have good hands. If SD lets Chambers walk then the door will be wide open for Naanee to assert himself. He could gradually rise to prominence in the same way that Vincent Jackson did.

 

[THE UNDERCOVER BROTHA]

Nice info fellas.

I was able to stash him in leagues with 26man rosters.

Was having the hardest time to roster him in the 22 roster dynasty leagues.

May regret it later but i liked what i saw for sure.

 

[switz]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues. He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

He's a guy Rivers really trusts throwing to, he's got tremendous body control, and great hands. Turner is rotating all 4 receivers this year, so he will see some games with a lot of targets and some game with just a few. Depending on how the rotation works out, I can see Naanee toward the end of the season getting a full time starter role. Chambers will be gone next season, and Naanee is far better than Floyd.Great ynasty grab, and may be a good playoff WR in a redraft league.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

San Diego has a way of having these 4th WR guys and developing them nicely, Welker, Camarillo anyone?

Keep an ey on him, Vjax and Chambers - UFA's and Floyd - RFA.

I expect Vjax to be resigned and Chambers to walk. The next year is when you really want Legedu.

This year his role will be largely situational based. but he sure does have nice hands

 

[Tau837]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues. He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

He's a guy Rivers really trusts throwing to, he's got tremendous body control, and great hands. Turner is rotating all 4 receivers this year, so he will see some games with a lot of targets and some game with just a few. Depending on how the rotation works out, I can see Naanee toward the end of the season getting a full time starter role. Chambers will be gone next season, and Naanee is far better than Floyd.Great ynasty grab, and may be a good playoff WR in a redraft league.

I disagree that Naanee is far better than Floyd. Based on what? Floyd was great last year when given the opportunity. Naanee does not yet have much of an established track record. It could turn out that Naanee is better, but I don't see any conclusive evidence of that at this point.Don't get me wrong, I like Naanee. Personally, I'd rather see both Naanee and Floyd on the field than Chambers, and I think Chambers' role should be reduced barring injury to the other WRs.

 

[B. Nugget]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues. He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

He's a guy Rivers really trusts throwing to, he's got tremendous body control, and great hands. Turner is rotating all 4 receivers this year, so he will see some games with a lot of targets and some game with just a few. Depending on how the rotation works out, I can see Naanee toward the end of the season getting a full time starter role. Chambers will be gone next season, and Naanee is far better than Floyd.Great ynasty grab, and may be a good playoff WR in a redraft league.

I disagree that Naanee is far better than Floyd. Based on what? Floyd was great last year when given the opportunity. Naanee does not yet have much of an established track record. It could turn out that Naanee is better, but I don't see any conclusive evidence of that at this point.Don't get me wrong, I like Naanee. Personally, I'd rather see both Naanee and Floyd on the field than Chambers, and I think Chambers' role should be reduced barring injury to the other WRs.

Yeah, I had to drop him in a couple of dynasty leagues because I just couldn't find a spot for him...sucks that he becomes a FBG favorite in Week 1...now I'll never get him back!

 

[perry147]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues. He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

I have had this guy since last year in my dynasty. When Chambers moves on he will be the player to own not Davis.Sporting news mentioned him in an article awhile back alluding to his speed and physical ability.

 

[DanFouts]

Big Fan....

Chambers is done soon.

You can tell Rivers trusts him and his hands. Still often his third read after Gates and Sproles out of backfield, but have to imagine he'll get some good targets.

(Not to mention Rivers talks about him all the time it seems)

 

[corpcow]

This guy who hasnt been hyped as a ww pickup around here these last few days but he was just picked up in all my dynasty leagues. He looked better than all SD wr's other than Vjax imo. What you guys know about this fella? Is he for real

He's a guy Rivers really trusts throwing to, he's got tremendous body control, and great hands. Turner is rotating all 4 receivers this year, so he will see some games with a lot of targets and some game with just a few. Depending on how the rotation works out, I can see Naanee toward the end of the season getting a full time starter role. Chambers will be gone next season, and Naanee is far better than Floyd.Great ynasty grab, and may be a good playoff WR in a redraft league.

I disagree that Naanee is far better than Floyd. Based on what? Floyd was great last year when given the opportunity. Naanee does not yet have much of an established track record. It could turn out that Naanee is better, but I don't see any conclusive evidence of that at this point.Don't get me wrong, I like Naanee. Personally, I'd rather see both Naanee and Floyd on the field than Chambers, and I think Chambers' role should be reduced barring injury to the other WRs.

Agree - I like Nanee myself - he was a converted TE but played split out wide some last year with Gates out. I like the tools - but there's no way I would roster him ahead of Floyd in a dynasty.If you want to talk about a lack of opportunity holding someone back, I have the think Floyd is the perfect example. He hasn't had much opportunity but all he's done is produce when given it. I mean, the dude caught 27/465/4 last year on just *37* targets. I know it's a VERY small sample size, but still...

 

[switz]

I disagree that Naanee is far better than Floyd. Based on what? Floyd was great last year when given the opportunity. Naanee does not yet have much of an established track record. It could turn out that Naanee is better, but I don't see any conclusive evidence of that at this point.

Don't get me wrong, I like Naanee. Personally, I'd rather see both Naanee and Floyd on the field than Chambers, and I think Chambers' role should be reduced barring injury to the other WRs.

JWB, we've been through this before, when you didn't even think Naanee was sharing the #3 WR role with Floyd. I think you see Floyd as better than he really is. And the Chargers, as demonstrated week 1, see Naanee as better than Floyd.Naanee was a bit of a project when he entered the league, but from a sheer talent (physical ability) standpoint, he is far better than Floyd.

Floyd's been in the league for SIX years (this is his 6th) and has yet to develop into a solid, consistent, even good receiver. In six seasons he hasn't broken 1,000 yards, and I'm not talking about in A season, I mean FOR HIS CAREER. In 2008 you probably saw the best of Floyd, @30 catches, mostly long balls, but inconsistent. He was an undrafted fee agent, put on the practice squad his first two years, though he did play a bit his rookie season. He doesn't have a ton of talent, just good size, he wasn't even invited to the combine.

Naanee on the other hand, was a 5th round draft choice, who played QB and WR in college. He was on the 53 man roster from day 1 of his rookie season. He was drafted at the request of Norv Turner, so he has the coach behind hm.

I'm not even sure how you can say Floyd was great... he played 13 games and had what, 27 catches? Even if you argue he only really played in 9 games, the question is WHY? If he's so great, why did he only see a reception in 9 of 16 games?

With Naanee, we know the reason, he's been a project player, but he looks ready to make the leap. Floyd doesn't look like he'll ever make the leap IMO.

 

[switz]

If you want to talk about a lack of opportunity holding someone back, I have the think Floyd is the perfect example. He hasn't had much opportunity but all he's done is produce when given it. I mean, the dude caught 27/465/4 last year on just *37* targets. I know it's a VERY small sample size, but still...

The real question is... why ONLY 37 targets in 13 games? The answer is... he's a crappy route runner, and rarely gets separation. He needs to run a fly pattern and beat the DB off the line to be open, and that's about the only time they throw him the ball.

 

[Gr00vus]

Floyd's been in the league for SIX years (this is his 6th) and has yet to develop into a solid, consistent, even good receiver. In six seasons he hasn't broken 1,000 yards, and I'm not talking about in A season, I mean FOR HIS CAREER.

One of the main reasons for this is that Floyd is made of glass. He's been hurt in one way or another pretty much his entire pro career. Obviously that's not a positive when considering his prospects going forward, but I think it should be taken into consideration when talking about his paucity of in game production. Floyd does have talent - he's tall, has good hops, decent speed and pretty reliable hands. But you've already pointed out he is a limited route runner which has also constrained his opportunities. Rivers does like Floyd as well though.

 

[FUBAR]

I was a fan coming out of college, he's a serviceable WR. Not great, but decent.

 

[Dirk Digler]

I was a fan coming out of college, he's a serviceable WR. Not great, but decent.

been carrying him in 3 zealots leagues for 2 years. waiting for this hype wagon to get warmed up. knew it would eventually, its just a matter of when to turn him over. he's a commodity, not someone you base a solid long term portfolio on. sell high prospect, but his stock in no where near maturity yet. be aware he has roughly an 18 month window left to turn him over. if all goes as planned, I suspect he will be ripe for sale late fantasy season this year.

 

[samNhenry]

I respectfully disagree with the idea that this guy cannot be a long term contributor and is more of a sell high type of guy.

Match these four dynasty waiver wire prospects to their measurables:

M Wallace, Naanee, L Robinson, and Murphy

6' 2" | 226 | 4.38 s
6' 2" | 199 | 4.35 s
6' 3" | 203 | 4.24 s
6' 1" | 199 | 4.28 s*(numbers taken from NFLdraftscout.com[the good one, not CBS])

Can you guess which one he is?

Also look at their catches/targets from week 1:

Wallace 3/6, LRob 5/10, Murphy, 4/9 (argueably 5/9), Naanee 5/6

At least two of Naanee's catches were of the very difficult variety and yet he made them look routine. He has the strength and speed to be a dominate wideout. Pile on top of that the fact that he demonstrated an ability to both make tough catches and run after the catch. Pile on top of that he has a good (possibly great) young QB throwing to him and with whom he has chemistry. Also consider that the man didn't start playing WR until his senior year in college. He was labeled a "good and improving route runner" with "natural hands" coming out of college. He set strength records (Boise) at both WR and QB.

On top of all that you have the free agent situation in SD.

Each of these other guys has their pluses and for redraft I don't see Naanee breaking out right away. More of a steady climb.

For redraft I would rank them L Rob, Murphy, Naanee and Wallace. For dynasty I still put L Robinson first, then Naanee, Murphy and Wallace .

I like L Rob and Murphy for redraft because their teams don't have a lot of other good receiving options.

For the record I like Robinson a lot. I remember reading a story 2 years ago about a Falcons scout staking his name on Robinson being good. He clearly has ability and from what I have read/seen he knows how to play WR. He is good with route running, catching the ball and RAC.

I like Naanee better for dynasty than Murphy because he has the size, strength and speed to handle any defender and because he has the ability in terms of route running, hands and RAC. Murphy has the RAC ability but is still developing route running and catching. I don't know how well he handles the press but it was a question coming out of college. Wallace seems like a deep threat, speedster type, not noted for RAC ability and still developing in the same ways Murphy has to.

I would be happy to add any of them but longer term I think Robinson/Naanee have a the better shot at being very good.

Answers: 1. Naanee, 2. Robinson, 3. Murphy, 4. Wallace

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

I just blind bid $125 (out of $1000+carryovers) in two Hyper Active Dynasty Leagues and got him in both. I bid $55 in Pres II (out of 150 no carryovers) and lost out to the commish's $61 bid. So there is a lot of buzz going around about Naanee, and with his size / speed combo, and the probability of increased playing time going forward, he's a must have in dynasty leagues IMO. Look for him to be starting over Chambers in the near future.

 

[Tau837]

JWB, we've been through this before, when you didn't even think Naanee was sharing the #3 WR role with Floyd. I think you see Floyd as better than he really is. And the Chargers, as demonstrated week 1, see Naanee as better than Floyd.

I don't think one game shows that the Chargers see Naanee as better than Floyd. One game can be about matchups, schemes, and playcalling as much as about talent. Naanee appears to be a better short to intermediate target than Floyd, while Floyd is probably a better downfield target. Against Oakland, those short crossing routes were working well, plus Oakland was getting good pressure from its pass rush, which may have prevented more downfield passing. Against different opponents, different things will probably be open that might be better suited to the strengths of Floyd.You are probably right that I am too high on Floyd. The only other person around here I have seen high on him is Bloom, and I saw that he quickly jumped on the Naanee bandwagon after the first game.

He doesn't have a ton of talent, just good size, he wasn't even invited to the combine.

Seems a bit harsh to me. He is 6'5" like Jackson. Prior to being drafted, Jackson ran a 4.38 and had a 39 inch vertical leap, while Floyd ran a 4.4 and had a 38 inch vertical leap. I think it's selling him short to say he has only size... I think he has good physical talent to go with it.

I'm not even sure how you can say Floyd was great... he played 13 games and had what, 27 catches? Even if you argue he only really played in 9 games, the question is WHY? If he's so great, why did he only see a reception in 9 of 16 games?

I said he was great given the opportunity he was given. He was given 37 targets and provided strong production with them - 27/465/4 (17.2 ypc) is very strong for an emerging player in 9 games.You ask why he didn't get more. Well, he emerged in week 6, and over the next 9 games he did make an impact. Over that span, here is where he ranked on the team:

#4 in targets (behind Jackson, Gates, Tomlinson)

#4 in receptions (behind Jackson, Gates, Tomlinson)

#2 in receiving yards (behind Jackson)

#2 in yards per catch (behind Jackson)

#2 in receiving TDs (behind Jackson)

#3 in receiving first downs (behind Jackson and Gates)

Floyd was better than the rest of the WRs besides Jackson combined over that span. And that includes Naanee.

Unfortunately, he sustained a collapsed lung in week 15, so that's where his stretch of strong play ended last year. I think it's fair to say that the Chargers would have missed the playoffs if not for his strong play down the stretch last season, particularly against Kansas City.

It's also worth noting that the Chargers' official depth chart shows Naanee behind Jackson and Floyd behind Chambers. Not sure if that is really meaningful, but it could indicate that a reduced role for Chambers means more targets for Floyd.

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

JWB, we've been through this before, when you didn't even think Naanee was sharing the #3 WR role with Floyd. I think you see Floyd as better than he really is. And the Chargers, as demonstrated week 1, see Naanee as better than Floyd.

I don't think one game shows that the Chargers see Naanee as better than Floyd. One game can be about matchups, schemes, and playcalling as much as about talent. Naanee appears to be a better short to intermediate target than Floyd, while Floyd is probably a better downfield target. Against Oakland, those short crossing routes were working well, plus Oakland was getting good pressure from its pass rush, which may have prevented more downfield passing. Against different opponents, different things will probably be open that might be better suited to the strengths of Floyd.You are probably right that I am too high on Floyd. The only other person around here I have seen high on him is Bloom, and I saw that he quickly jumped on the Naanee bandwagon after the first game.

He doesn't have a ton of talent, just good size, he wasn't even invited to the combine.

Seems a bit harsh to me. He is 6'5" like Jackson. Prior to being drafted, Jackson ran a 4.38 and had a 39 inch vertical leap, while Floyd ran a 4.4 and had a 38 inch vertical leap. I think it's selling him short to say he has only size... I think he has good physical talent to go with it.

I'm not even sure how you can say Floyd was great... he played 13 games and had what, 27 catches? Even if you argue he only really played in 9 games, the question is WHY? If he's so great, why did he only see a reception in 9 of 16 games?

I said he was great given the opportunity he was given. He was given 37 targets and provided strong production with them - 27/465/4 (17.2 ypc) is very strong for an emerging player in 9 games.You ask why he didn't get more. Well, he emerged in week 6, and over the next 9 games he did make an impact. Over that span, here is where he ranked on the team:

#4 in targets (behind Jackson, Gates, Tomlinson)

#4 in receptions (behind Jackson, Gates, Tomlinson)

#2 in receiving yards (behind Jackson)

#2 in yards per catch (behind Jackson)

#2 in receiving TDs (behind Jackson)

#3 in receiving first downs (behind Jackson and Gates)

Floyd was better than the rest of the WRs besides Jackson combined over that span. And that includes Naanee.

Unfortunately, he sustained a collapsed lung in week 15, so that's where his stretch of strong play ended last year. I think it's fair to say that the Chargers would have missed the playoffs if not for his strong play down the stretch last season, particularly against Kansas City.

It's also worth noting that the Chargers' official depth chart shows Naanee behind Jackson and Floyd behind Chambers. Not sure if that is really meaningful, but it could indicate that a reduced role for Chambers means more targets for Floyd.

The thing with Naanee vs Floyd is that we pretty much know what you have in Floyd, and with guys like Naanee you have to scoop up early enough before the secret is out. He may flop, but I can guarantee you that he won't be on WWs much longer should he continue getting targets, or Chambers is hurt or benched. The ceiling is much higher with Naanee than Floyd, but the floor is also lower.

 

[Tau837]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

 

[Gr00vus]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

I think all of you are overreacting to one game. Not saying Naanee won't be good, but he's not leaps and bounds ahead of Floyd right now either.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

FWIW, this is from an 8/26/09 Q&A with Chargers beat writer Kevin Acee:

Q. Ok, So here's the question again... albeit in a slightly different form... VJ and Chambers are listed 1 and 2 at receiver, but with Chambers getting up in age, who would be pushing for that spot? Nanee or Floyd? I like Nanee in the slot, but you can't help but love Floyd's build and his ability for the acrobatic catch. I know Chambers is having a great camp (via you) but he won't be here forever. So if he goes down, or just goes, who steps in?

A. I never said great. Decent. I even wonder sometimes what kind of year he'll have ... Anyway, as much as I love Malcom, Naanee is a star in waiting. He'll be the No. 2 receiver next year at the latest.

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

I think all of you are overreacting to one game. Not saying Naanee won't be good, but he's not leaps and bounds ahead of Floyd right now either.

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

 

[Gr00vus]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

I think all of you are overreacting to one game. Not saying Naanee won't be good, but he's not leaps and bounds ahead of Floyd right now either.

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

Why didn't you draft Naanee in the first place then?

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

I think all of you are overreacting to one game. Not saying Naanee won't be good, but he's not leaps and bounds ahead of Floyd right now either.

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

Why didn't you draft Naanee in the first place then?

Do you claim to know every future stud? After watching Naanee play I was wowed by him. His size and ability to move in space floored me on Monday night. Quick reaction? Maybe, but sometimes you just trust your eyes, and mine were wide open after watching Mr. Naanee on Monday.ETA: You need to quit arguing against Naanee on this message board and get your butt to your leagues and pick him off the WW while you still can. I truly believe this guy will be a stud. Leave Floyd on the WW for all the 6-7 teams.

 

[gpthatsme]

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[gpthatsme]

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[switz]

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Thanks for posting these, appreciate it!

 

[jwb]

Also note that over that 9 game span from when Floyd emerged until he was hurt, he had the 26th most fantasy points among all NFL WRs. (ETA: FBG scoring.)

In the 8 dynasty leagues I'm in (comprised of mostly FBGs), Floyd is on the WW in 7 of 8. Naanee is taken in all 8. Could all of us be wrong?ETA: Of course of those 8 where Naanee is taken, I have him in 6

I think all of you are overreacting to one game. Not saying Naanee won't be good, but he's not leaps and bounds ahead of Floyd right now either.

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

Why didn't you draft Naanee in the first place then?

FWIW, he is talking dynasty leagues - he probably didn't draft for most of them this year. WW is usually the only way to get guys like Naanee.It's not overreaction - not in a dynasty league, anyway. You gotta get these guys the minute they show up - especially when they look like he did on Monday.

 

[switz]

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

Why didn't you draft Naanee in the first place then?

I did

 

[Gr00vus]

Do you claim to know every future stud? After watching Naanee play I was wowed by him. His size and ability to move in space floored me on Monday night. Quick reaction? Maybe, but sometimes you just trust your eyes, and mine were wide open after watching Mr. Naanee on Monday.ETA: You need to quit arguing against Naanee on this message board and get your butt to your leagues and pick him off the WW while you still can. I truly believe this guy will be a stud. Leave Floyd on the WW for all the 6-7 teams.

I'm not arguing against Naanee. As a Charger homer I've known about his potential since they drafted him. He's looked like that every time he's hit the field for 3 years.I just find it funny that apparently people didn't know about this guy until Monday night (where he had 3 targets in the normal flow of the offense and 3 in the two minute drill) and now he's a stud all of the sudden. I'm trying to put some reality into the obvious overreaction here. He's a nice stash for dynasty purposes (I've said this a couple of times in previous threads discussing the subject), but blowing a majority of your FA budget to get him doesn't make sense. I don't think he's going to be a big producer any time soon - not even next year. I don't think Jackson is going anywhere (I'm pretty sure he'll get resigned since he's not going to put up the kind of numbers that would merit a huge contract). Gates isn't going anywhere. LaDainian isn't going anywhere. Right there you've got 3 guys in the pecking order ahead of WR2 for targets - whoever WR2 is. Then there's Sproles. The staff likes Floyd. For better or worse the coaches are grooming Floyd to play Chambers's spot, not Naanee. If/when Chambers goes it's as likely as not that Floyd gets his spot in the lineup. Where does that leave Naanee? The hope would be that Norv de-emphasizes the power run game and runs more 3 WR sets. Maybe he does (and I think he should given their personnel situation) but that hasn't been his history. So the real hope for useful production from Naanee is that Jackson doesn't get resigned. Like I said I don't think that happens.I'd love to see Naanee become another Anquan Boldin (I think they have some similar skills), but I don't know that the opportunity is going to be there. I'm saying you overpaid for a flashy performance. He's more likely to go the next 4 weeks with 1 or 2 targets a game than he is to get 6 again in any one of them and then you'll be looking at the next "stud" who's put up a flashy game. "Real sharks" would have already drafted this guy in a dynasty league, or would avoid fools gold in redraft (at least until the Chargers have a couple of injuries to their WR).

 

[Gr00vus]

Those who play the wait and see game are the ones with what I like to call blue legs. They are the owners who are constantly kicking themselves. I'd rather take my chances with a future flop that I consider has great potential than pickup the likes of Floyd off the WW.

Why didn't you draft Naanee in the first place then?

I did

That's what I'm talking about.

 

[THE UNDERCOVER BROTHA]

Not sure where anyone said they spent all of there budget or saying he was going to be an instant star???

Anyway in a dynasty league you have to stay ahead of the curve. Notice i didnt start this topic until AFTER my waivers was processed.....

There wasnt much talk in the "who to pickup after week 1" thread but i know most of the guys i play with be on here so i stayed hush mouth.

I spent a measly 68bucks on this guy and i have almost 2000.00 in one league...he was on my ww in a few leagues but i couldnt pick him up and tip my hand until i got past the waivers in my other leagues.

Anyway, just looking at the situation...Chambers is a has been. He hasnt looked good in a minute. Rivers is the MAN now. And like many say, the FA status of the wr's and the change from LT to Rivers makes this situation bears watching. I just think he is a guy that has some nice upside and he really looked good on the field.

 

[Gr00vus]

Not sure where anyone said they spent all of there budget or saying he was going to be an instant star???

I'm talking about this:

I bid $55 in Pres II (out of 150 no carryovers) and lost out to the commish's $61 bid. So there is a lot of buzz going around about Naanee, and with his size / speed combo, and the probability of increased playing time going forward, he's a must have in dynasty leagues IMO. Look for him to be starting over Chambers in the near future.

 

[THE UNDERCOVER BROTHA]

Not sure where anyone said they spent all of there budget or saying he was going to be an instant star???

I'm talking about this:

I bid $55 in Pres II (out of 150 no carryovers) and lost out to the commish's $61 bid. So there is a lot of buzz going around about Naanee, and with his size / speed combo, and the probability of increased playing time going forward, he's a must have in dynasty leagues IMO. Look for him to be starting over Chambers in the near future.

ahhhh Ok i see bro. I wouldnt have spent alot on him but hey to each is own. He made it threw waivers in my 2 non ppr's but the ppr's with the fbg staff in it he was claimed.

 

[Gr00vus]

Not sure where anyone said they spent all of there budget or saying he was going to be an instant star???

I'm talking about this:

I bid $55 in Pres II (out of 150 no carryovers) and lost out to the commish's $61 bid. So there is a lot of buzz going around about Naanee, and with his size / speed combo, and the probability of increased playing time going forward, he's a must have in dynasty leagues IMO. Look for him to be starting over Chambers in the near future.

ahhhh Ok i see bro. I wouldnt have spent alot on him but hey to each is own. He made it threw waivers in my 2 non ppr's but the ppr's with the fbg staff in it he was claimed.

I think you made a good play to get him at the price you got him for. I should have added that the thing you might most be hoping for in a dynasty situation is that he switches teams after his contract expires next year. But given how the Chargers have been working recently I'd expect him to sign a new deal with the Chargers before his current one is up that will seem expensive at the time but will seem like a bargain as the years go on.

 

[Sarlakticacid]

He make some very nice grabs indeed i hope he keeps it up

plus his name syncs nicely into the Xanadu and yagadoo (is that wat it was called?) songs

 

[higgins]

He make some very nice grabs indeed i hope he keeps it upplus his name syncs nicely into the Xanadu and yagadoo (is that wat it was called?) songs

Qué?

 

[JohnnyU]

Do you claim to know every future stud? After watching Naanee play I was wowed by him. His size and ability to move in space floored me on Monday night. Quick reaction? Maybe, but sometimes you just trust your eyes, and mine were wide open after watching Mr. Naanee on Monday.ETA: You need to quit arguing against Naanee on this message board and get your butt to your leagues and pick him off the WW while you still can. I truly believe this guy will be a stud. Leave Floyd on the WW for all the 6-7 teams.

I'm not arguing against Naanee. As a Charger homer I've known about his potential since they drafted him. He's looked like that every time he's hit the field for 3 years.I just find it funny that apparently people didn't know about this guy until Monday night (where he had 3 targets in the normal flow of the offense and 3 in the two minute drill) and now he's a stud all of the sudden. I'm trying to put some reality into the obvious overreaction here. He's a nice stash for dynasty purposes (I've said this a couple of times in previous threads discussing the subject), but blowing a majority of your FA budget to get him doesn't make sense. I don't think he's going to be a big producer any time soon - not even next year. I don't think Jackson is going anywhere (I'm pretty sure he'll get resigned since he's not going to put up the kind of numbers that would merit a huge contract). Gates isn't going anywhere. LaDainian isn't going anywhere. Right there you've got 3 guys in the pecking order ahead of WR2 for targets - whoever WR2 is. Then there's Sproles. The staff likes Floyd. For better or worse the coaches are grooming Floyd to play Chambers's spot, not Naanee. If/when Chambers goes it's as likely as not that Floyd gets his spot in the lineup. Where does that leave Naanee? The hope would be that Norv de-emphasizes the power run game and runs more 3 WR sets. Maybe he does (and I think he should given their personnel situation) but that hasn't been his history. So the real hope for useful production from Naanee is that Jackson doesn't get resigned. Like I said I don't think that happens.I'd love to see Naanee become another Anquan Boldin (I think they have some similar skills), but I don't know that the opportunity is going to be there. I'm saying you overpaid for a flashy performance. He's more likely to go the next 4 weeks with 1 or 2 targets a game than he is to get 6 again in any one of them and then you'll be looking at the next "stud" who's put up a flashy game. "Real sharks" would have already drafted this guy in a dynasty league, or would avoid fools gold in redraft (at least until the Chargers have a couple of injuries to their WR).

Hoss here (aka JohnnyU) You want to say "real sharks would have already drafted him" like you've always drafted every player that's been a stud for you. Don't insult my intelligence with that garbage. Also, it's no surprise you drafted Naanee since you're a SD homer I don't claim to make all the right moves. I do take some chances sometimes like the move for Naanee. Also, I'll go out on a limb and say I've been pretty successful in $$$ leagues against strong competition. Have you?ETA: I didn't get him for $55, I lost out to the commish for $61 in the $150 league, so I didn't blow my wad on him in that league. I paid $125 in a $1000 league with carryovers. That's 10% or less if you have more than $1000. In all the other leagues I picked him off the WW for free, and traded for him in another.

 

[puckalicious]

Hoss aka JohnnyU whats up with multiple user names? Isn't that against forum rules? Whats the point of logging in as one and posting, then logging in as the other and posting?

 

[JohnnyU]

Hoss aka JohnnyU whats up with multiple user names? Isn't that against forum rules? Whats the point of logging in as one and posting, then logging in as the other and posting?

I apologize for that. I'm using my laptop computer on vacation and I was signed in as JU, whereas at home I was on as Hoss, and at Work I can't remember which one I was using. I like posting with both, and I'm sorry if that is an inconvenience for others.ETA: I really don't want to turn this thread into making it about me. Let's try to keep in on Naanee.

 

[fatness]

I like posting with both, and I'm sorry if that is an inconvenience for others.

It isn't hard to log out and log back in. Using 2 separate identities in one thread creates the false impression that one is stating an opinion and the other is agreeing with it. There's no need for that.

 

[Bob Magaw]

Do you claim to know every future stud? After watching Naanee play I was wowed by him. His size and ability to move in space floored me on Monday night. Quick reaction? Maybe, but sometimes you just trust your eyes, and mine were wide open after watching Mr. Naanee on Monday.ETA: You need to quit arguing against Naanee on this message board and get your butt to your leagues and pick him off the WW while you still can. I truly believe this guy will be a stud. Leave Floyd on the WW for all the 6-7 teams.

I'm not arguing against Naanee. As a Charger homer I've known about his potential since they drafted him. He's looked like that every time he's hit the field for 3 years.I just find it funny that apparently people didn't know about this guy until Monday night (where he had 3 targets in the normal flow of the offense and 3 in the two minute drill) and now he's a stud all of the sudden. I'm trying to put some reality into the obvious overreaction here. He's a nice stash for dynasty purposes (I've said this a couple of times in previous threads discussing the subject), but blowing a majority of your FA budget to get him doesn't make sense. I don't think he's going to be a big producer any time soon - not even next year. I don't think Jackson is going anywhere (I'm pretty sure he'll get resigned since he's not going to put up the kind of numbers that would merit a huge contract). Gates isn't going anywhere. LaDainian isn't going anywhere. Right there you've got 3 guys in the pecking order ahead of WR2 for targets - whoever WR2 is. Then there's Sproles. The staff likes Floyd. For better or worse the coaches are grooming Floyd to play Chambers's spot, not Naanee. If/when Chambers goes it's as likely as not that Floyd gets his spot in the lineup. Where does that leave Naanee? The hope would be that Norv de-emphasizes the power run game and runs more 3 WR sets. Maybe he does (and I think he should given their personnel situation) but that hasn't been his history. So the real hope for useful production from Naanee is that Jackson doesn't get resigned. Like I said I don't think that happens.I'd love to see Naanee become another Anquan Boldin (I think they have some similar skills), but I don't know that the opportunity is going to be there. I'm saying you overpaid for a flashy performance. He's more likely to go the next 4 weeks with 1 or 2 targets a game than he is to get 6 again in any one of them and then you'll be looking at the next "stud" who's put up a flashy game. "Real sharks" would have already drafted this guy in a dynasty league, or would avoid fools gold in redraft (at least until the Chargers have a couple of injuries to their WR).

reasonable points, & very possibly right...OTOH...you can make a case that rivers became the focal point of the offense LAST year... one of the best QBs in the league statistically...LT almost didn't make the team this season (had to take pay cut), & imo if he has another poor season (not off to a good start), is far from a lock to make the team... can sproles be a feature RB (if that term has much meaning any more)? though it isn't turner's MO, they could build the offense around the passing game going forward...is gates as good as he was a few years ago... how many more years can he play at an elite level?i do think VJ is re-signed (one of the better young, up 'n coming WRs in the league)... some SD insiders (quoted by maurile) think naanee is being groomed as the WR2 over floyd, who may not be back as a RFA... naanee's skill set might complement VJ's better... jackson can work the intermediate routes, but is a great deep threat (didn't he lead all WRs with over 50 catches in YPC, with something like 18+?)... floyd seems like a clone... naanee may be better possession WR, & is probably stronger after the catch (& potentially as blocker?), & therefore could be better complement to jackson...

 

[JohnnyU]

I like posting with both, and I'm sorry if that is an inconvenience for others.

It isn't hard to log out and log back in. Using 2 separate identities in one thread creates the false impression that one is stating an opinion and the other is agreeing with it. There's no need for that.

Like I said, I'm sorry, and I didn't mean to mislead anyone and was unfront about it from the beginning. I have several computers in different places and sometimes forget who I'm signed on as on each.

 

[fatness]

I like posting with both, and I'm sorry if that is an inconvenience for others.

It isn't hard to log out and log back in. Using 2 separate identities in one thread creates the false impression that one is stating an opinion and the other is agreeing with it. There's no need for that.

Like I said, I'm sorry, and I didn't mean to mislead anyone and was unfront about it from the beginning. I have several computers in different places and sometimes forget who I'm signed on as on each.

In other words you're going to keep doing it, despite the fact that it's deceptive?

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

I like posting with both, and I'm sorry if that is an inconvenience for others.

It isn't hard to log out and log back in. Using 2 separate identities in one thread creates the false impression that one is stating an opinion and the other is agreeing with it. There's no need for that.

Like I said, I'm sorry, and I didn't mean to mislead anyone and was unfront about it from the beginning. I have several computers in different places and sometimes forget who I'm signed on as on each.

In other words you're going to keep doing it, despite the fact that it's deceptive?

Can we give it a rest and get back on topic please?