Leshoure ankle injury (1 Viewer)

[rjv]

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/6484/mikel-leshoure

Updating an earlier item, Mikel Leshoure missed Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury, not an illness.

The Detroit News incorrectly reported that Leshoure was out with an illness. Leshoure's Week 13 status is now in doubt after he missed the overtime period of last Thursday's loss. It's unclear if Leshoure is dealing with a high or garden-variety sprain, but considering coach Jim Schwartz's history with injury information, we're unlikely to find out. We'll have to read the tea leaves on Leshoure's Week 13 status. For now, they'll suggest he'll be out. That would leave Joique Bell as the lead dog in Detroit's backfield, with Kevin Smith being sprinkled in. Nov 28 - 4:03 PM

Source: Tim Twentyman on Twitter

Does this make Bell a worthy start if Leshoure is out??

 

[Ace zero1]

Wondering the same thing?

 

[THE SNOWMAN]

Just grabbed Bell as insurance.

 

[rjv]

Just grabbed Bell as insurance.

With my depleted RB roster I did the same thing. I have Forte and Bush but cant be to sure on starting either. If Bell gets the call then I think he is start worthy against IND depending on your roster.

 

[Tree Shaker]

So THAT's why my opponent moved Bell into his starting lineup this week; I thought that was strange. I guess Sproles makes it back into the lineup this week, then.

 

[Ace zero1]

I'd probably start bell over sproles but will have to know tomorrow.

 

[kd1]

bell home vs indy or lynch on road in chi-town?

 

[rjv]

bell home vs indy or lynch on road in chi-town?

Have to go Bell here if he gets the start.

 

[Bracie Smathers]

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/6484/mikel-leshoureUpdating an earlier item, Mikel Leshoure missed Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury, not an illness.The Detroit News incorrectly reported that Leshoure was out with an illness. Leshoure's Week 13 status is now in doubt after he missed the overtime period of last Thursday's loss. It's unclear if Leshoure is dealing with a high or garden-variety sprain, but considering coach Jim Schwartz's history with injury information, we're unlikely to find out. We'll have to read the tea leaves on Leshoure's Week 13 status. For now, they'll suggest he'll be out. That would leave Joique Bell as the lead dog in Detroit's backfield, with Kevin Smith being sprinkled in. Nov 28 - 4:03 PMSource: Tim Twentyman on Twitter Does this make Bell a worthy start if Leshoure is out??

If LeShoure winds up being OUT Sunday then I think Bell is worthy of a start.I've liked RB Joique Bell since I took notice of him in the preseason. If he gets the start then look for a solid game. Could be big news IF LeShoure is OUT but early reports don't mean much, check back and see what develops but if LeShoure is OUT then Joique Bell is very interesting and worth a start IMHO.

 

[gradin123]

FWIW, Tim Twentyman the beat writer whom the rotoworld report is based still expects Leshoure to play this week.

He answered a twitter question from a follower and said he doesn't expect LeShoure to miss the game.

 

[Insein]

Now with the Ronnie Hillman thing fresh in my mind, is Bell really going to be the guy or will Kevin Smith rise from the grave to have one of his rare fill in games where he nets 100yds?

 

[Kenny Powers]

Now with the Ronnie Hillman thing fresh in my mind, is Bell really going to be the guy or will Kevin Smith rise from the grave to have one of his rare fill in games where he nets 100yds?

Good point, and I have no effin clue

 

[rockaction]

I watched the Thanksgiving game, and I didn't see anything that would indicate he had an ankle injury. Are we sure this isn't just a precautionary day off to limit a guy's reps? I mean, he is coming off of Achilles surgery, is reportedly often sore, and is still getting back in football shape. That's partly why he rests in the fourth quarter. They limit his touches and playing time.

 

[Hopeless Lions Fan]

I think they know they are out of it. No point in putting the guy n harms way for meaningless games. Let him heal. They hope to have him for years to come.

 

[damageinc]

I could not find it but Mikel they say was in injured at the end of the 4th quarter and did not play at all in OT because of the ankle. Again I did not see it. Odds are he plays but if you have been playing fantasy football for a while you never know. Happens all the time. Nothing to worry abour and then hes out.

Mcfadden has a slight ankle issue no worries then he misses the rest of the year. If you have room you grab a guy like bell and if it doesnt pan out drop him for the next speculative guy.

But will add that is by chance Mikel is out , Bell is a above average start. He does so much with the limited touches he gets.Imagine if he got 60% of them.In a PPR league he would be a RB2.

 

[Ketamine Dreams]

I could not find it but Mikel they say was in injured at the end of the 4th quarter and did not play at all in OT because of the ankle. Again I did not see it. Odds are he plays but if you have been playing fantasy football for a while you never know. Happens all the time. Nothing to worry abour and then hes out. Mcfadden has a slight ankle issue no worries then he misses the rest of the year. If you have room you grab a guy like bell and if it doesnt pan out drop him for the next speculative guy. But will add that is by chance Mikel is out , Bell is a above average start. He does so much with the limited touches he gets.Imagine if he got 60% of them.In a PPR league he would be a RB2.

Agree with this wholeheartedly. I grabbed Bell in one league just in case. He would be very solid in PPR if LeShoure is out...

 

[SCT]

Bell=Hillman

Smith=Moreno

 

[Cleat Spike]

Bell=HillmanSmith=Moreno

So you're saying everyone inserts Bell into their lineups early in the week, pops the cork since they now have a new RB to roll out at a key time in their bid for a playoff spot, he then proceeds to put up a 0 and isn't used at all. While Smith gets the late start and goes on to have a great day and is the play moving forward?Smith has done it in the very near past in a big way. He loves that home turf.

 

[HurryUpSundays]

Now with the Ronnie Hillman thing fresh in my mind, is Bell really going to be the guy or will Kevin Smith rise from the grave to have one of his rare fill in games where he nets 100yds?

My thoughts exactly. Both on the wire in my league and I have no idea who to grab.

 

[mquinnjr]

Now with the Ronnie Hillman thing fresh in my mind, is Bell really going to be the guy or will Kevin Smith rise from the grave to have one of his rare fill in games where he nets 100yds?

My thoughts exactly. Both on the wire in my league and I have no idea who to grab.

Kevin Smith has the freshest legs of the bunch. The "Coaches must have pictures of him..." comments come to mind, but in the past he has been dirty when healthy and the offense is doing well. I think if you are in PPR and you own LeShoure, this is the guy to go get. You never know at this point in the year, and we know from past performance when given snaps and touches what Smith can do. If you have a spot you can afford to spare, I feel like you have to do this, just based on potential and low 2012 mileage. Heck, even in standard, he has big play "potential." So tread lightly, but if you by some miracle have roster space or a guy you can spare, stones on the table play to get him with all the potential.

 

[SCT]

I've kept smith on the bench all season for just this situation.

 

[CentralPA]

Bell is listed No. 2 on the depth chart. I don't see how Smith gets the majority of the touches. He might become a 3rd down back with Bell getting the majority of touches.

...but I am just a Bell owner with pretty much no where else to turn (only other option is Vereen and Redman )

 

[Bayhawks]

Bell is listed No. 2 on the depth chart. I don't see how Smith gets the majority of the touches. He might become a 3rd down back with Bell getting the majority of touches....but I am just a Bell owner with pretty much no where else to turn (only other option is Vereen and Redman )

In week 3, when Leshoure returned from his supsension, Smith had been the #1 (got the first team reps in practice all week), but he was basically demoted to #3, with Leshoure as a Sunday-announced start, and Bell getting the COP carries/catches.I'm not saying Smith will get the majority of the touches, just that using the depth chart in Detroit to predict these things isn't the best bet.

 

[SCT]

Bell is listed No. 2 on the depth chart. I don't see how Smith gets the majority of the touches. He might become a 3rd down back with Bell getting the majority of touches....but I am just a Bell owner with pretty much no where else to turn (only other option is Vereen and Redman )

Moreno was listed at what? #4? I think coaches paint these guys into certain roles and that's what they practice for every week whether it's with the ones or the threes. I'm a Smith owner, but wouldn't start him anyway....just sayin' it seems very similar to the Broncos situation.

 

[CentralPA]

I agree that the Denver backs situation is similar to this one but I think the difference is that I believe Bell can pass protect while Hillman is a turn style. That's why I think Bell is going to get the majority of touches but again, I have no clue.

 

[The_Fonz]

Grqabbed Bell this week off the wire not knowing about this injury...now I am also debating on grabbing K Smith.

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

LOL at this thread.

It was announced wednesday that Leshoure missed practice. A lot of time from then and till sunday. As someone earlier mentioned Leshoure may have just been granted a rest day.

IF Leshoure was out on sunday, Bell would be the safer bet to get most touches. He is the 3rd down back and also looks ok in first and second down work. For whatever reason Smith is just not viewed highly going forward in Detroit and he would be COP guy if Leshoure was out I am guessing.

 

[HurryUpSundays]

LOL at this thread.It was announced wednesday that Leshoure missed practice. A lot of time from then and till sunday. As someone earlier mentioned Leshoure may have just been granted a rest day. IF Leshoure was out on sunday, Bell would be the safer bet to get most touches. He is the 3rd down back and also looks ok in first and second down work. For whatever reason Smith is just not viewed highly going forward in Detroit and he would be COP guy if Leshoure was out I am guessing.

LOL at you LOLing at this thread and then posting the breakdown as if Leshoure could be out. Leshoure returned to practice today, gents.

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

LOL at this thread.It was announced wednesday that Leshoure missed practice. A lot of time from then and till sunday. As someone earlier mentioned Leshoure may have just been granted a rest day. IF Leshoure was out on sunday, Bell would be the safer bet to get most touches. He is the 3rd down back and also looks ok in first and second down work. For whatever reason Smith is just not viewed highly going forward in Detroit and he would be COP guy if Leshoure was out I am guessing.

LOL at you LOLing at this thread and then posting the breakdown as if Leshoure could be out. Leshoure returned to practice today, gents.

I was loling at people "hoping" Leshoure was out as they could have a fall back option or he would not play against them this week. The later you get into the season the more rest days players start getting and are listed as Questionable. This is what happened here by the looks of it.If there was a clear injury and Leshoure missed time I was posting on how I feel it would break down.

 

[Bayhawks]

LOL at this thread.

It was announced wednesday that Leshoure missed practice. A lot of time from then and till sunday. As someone earlier mentioned Leshoure may have just been granted a rest day.

IF Leshoure was out on sunday, Bell would be the safer bet to get most touches. He is the 3rd down back and also looks ok in first and second down work. For whatever reason Smith is just not viewed highly going forward in Detroit and he would be COP guy if Leshoure was out I am guessing.

LOL at you guessing.Why is your guess less laughable than anyone else's?

As to you speculating that yesterday is/was a rest day, that's true. But since Detroit played on Thanksgiving, he had almost a week of "rest;" so if he was held out b/c of an ankle (after 6 days), that is something to note.

 

[1rebmun]

Mikel Leshoure (ankle) returned to practice Thursday.

Disaster averted. The Lions won't be releasing any details on Leshoure's injury thanks to their CIA-style attitude on information, but it now looks like he sat out Wednesday's practice as a precaution. Perhaps he merely sustained a Grade 1 tweak in the Thanksgiving loss to the Texans, causing him to sit out overtime. Provided Leshoure gets in another practice on Friday, he'll be in line for his usual 12-15 carries and goal-line work against the Colts Sunday. The power back has five touchdowns in his last four games.

Related: Kevin Smith, Joique Bell

Source: Anwar Richardson on Twitter

 

[just_want_2_win]

Good news...From RW:

Mikel Leshoure (ankle) returned to practice Thursday.Disaster averted. The Lions won't be releasing any details on Leshoure's injury thanks to their CIA-style attitude on information, but it now looks like he sat out Wednesday's practice as a precaution. Perhaps he merely sustained a Grade 1 tweak in the Thanksgiving loss to the Texans, causing him to sit out overtime. Provided Leshoure gets in another practice on Friday, he'll be in line for his usual 12-15 carries and goal-line work against the Colts Sunday. The power back has five touchdowns in his last four games.

 

[Insein]

CBS - Detroit running back Mikel Leshoure is considered probable for Week 13 against Indianapolis due to a lingering ankle issue. Leshoure was a limited participant in practice over the past two days after he was absent from Wednesday's session because of the injury. He has been playing at a high level of late with double digits in Fantasy points in three of his past four games. Leshoure became the first running back to rush for a touchdown against the Texans in Week 12 and has five rushing touchdowns since Week 9. The Colts have allowed a running back to score or reach 100 total yards in eight of 11 games this year, including four of the past five outings.(Updated 11/30/12)

Rotoworld - Mikel Leshoure (ankle) was limited in Friday's practice, but is listed as probable for Week 13 against the Colts.The Lions are typically liberal with their usage of questionable tags, so the fact that they assigned "probable" to Leshoure indicates that they have no worries about his ankle. Start him as a confident RB2 against Indianapolis. Nov 30 - 4:16 PM

Probably ok to ignore Bell and Smith this week.

 

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I don't know if I can trust him. Forced to pick two of leshoure / sjax / Matthews / forte in PPR. With the issues surrounding forte and leshoure this is the toughest call I've had all year.

Leaning leshoure for the goal line work though...and Matthews. Ugh....

 

[Insein]

I don't know if I can trust him. Forced to pick two of leshoure / sjax / Matthews / forte in PPR. With the issues surrounding forte and leshoure this is the toughest call I've had all year. Leaning leshoure for the goal line work though...and Matthews. Ugh....

Aside from getting injured during the game (which can happen to any of them), I think Leshoure will be fine.