Lorenzo Booker to Eagles (1 Viewer)

[eefflrat]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

 

[perry147]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

 

[Otis]

This Booker owner is happy

I wasn't thrilled about him getting a look or a chance in MIA with Ricky and Brown there. Much as Westbrook is good, he gets nicked up quite a bit and, even if he's healthy, a guy like Booker could still get worked in quite a bit.

 

[GoBirds]

This Booker owner is happy I wasn't thrilled about him getting a look or a chance in MIA with Ricky and Brown there. Much as Westbrook is good, he gets nicked up quite a bit and, even if he's healthy, a guy like Booker could still get worked in quite a bit.

Does he return kicks?

 

[3C's]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

 

[cstu]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

Great move for the Eagles. Booker is like a smaller version of Westbrook and should be a perfect fit. He didn't really have much hope of being more than a 3rd down back in Miami but with Westbrook turning 29 this year he could be the starter in Philly in a couple years.

 

[gman8343]

I am very interested in this move. Booker does share some similar traits with Westy, so it's possible he could get a shot in a couple of years to replace him. In any event, he'll be in an offense that loves throwing to their RBs, and he catches the ball very well.

For dynasty purposes, I think Booker just got a decent bump, though I'd love for an Eagles fan or two to chime in with their thoughts on Booker's long term prospects...

 

[Jason Wood]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement. The Fins tried him as a returner last year and it was a debacle. Clearly he showed some life catching passes out of the flat later in the year; which I imagine is about the sum total of his value to the Birds. He sure as heck isn't equipped to handle Westbrook's workload in the event of injury.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement. The Fins tried him as a returner last year and it was a debacle. Clearly he showed some life catching passes out of the flat later in the year; which I imagine is about the sum total of his value to the Birds. He sure as heck isn't equipped to handle Westbrook's workload in the event of injury.

Has he shown he can't handle a full workload? It took Phily 4-5 years to realize Westbrook could carry it more than 12-15 times a game.

 

[Jason Wood]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement. The Fins tried him as a returner last year and it was a debacle. Clearly he showed some life catching passes out of the flat later in the year; which I imagine is about the sum total of his value to the Birds. He sure as heck isn't equipped to handle Westbrook's workload in the event of injury.

Has he shown he can't handle a full workload? It took Phily 4-5 years to realize Westbrook could carry it more than 12-15 times a game.

How many 5'9", 189 pound backs that struggled to produce in college do you know that can handle a full workload? Honestly, let's not make more of this pick than what it is...depth and a guy that comes cheaply and fits into the Eagles offense a lot more than most b/c we love to throw so damn much.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

 

[phillyfan72]

I hope this is the end for Ryan Moats, b/c all 3 (Westy, Moats, Booker) are similar. Booker will play on special teams and see sporadic other PT.

 

[Motorcity Madman]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

If they're smart they did this after seeing Jamaal Charles starring them in the face at 3.01...let's see how smart they are

 

[BearsFan]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement. The Fins tried him as a returner last year and it was a debacle. Clearly he showed some life catching passes out of the flat later in the year; which I imagine is about the sum total of his value to the Birds. He sure as heck isn't equipped to handle Westbrook's workload in the event of injury.

Has he shown he can't handle a full workload? It took Phily 4-5 years to realize Westbrook could carry it more than 12-15 times a game.

How many 5'9", 189 pound backs that struggled to produce in college do you know that can handle a full workload? Honestly, let's not make more of this pick than what it is...depth and a guy that comes cheaply and fits into the Eagles offense a lot more than most b/c we love to throw so damn much.

I've never seen him listed lower than 5'10". He's listed 5'11' in some places and I've heard that he was now over 200 pounds. That's a similar stature but a bit taller than Westbrook.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement. The Fins tried him as a returner last year and it was a debacle. Clearly he showed some life catching passes out of the flat later in the year; which I imagine is about the sum total of his value to the Birds. He sure as heck isn't equipped to handle Westbrook's workload in the event of injury.

Has he shown he can't handle a full workload? It took Phily 4-5 years to realize Westbrook could carry it more than 12-15 times a game.

How many 5'9", 189 pound backs that struggled to produce in college do you know that can handle a full workload? Honestly, let's not make more of this pick than what it is...depth and a guy that comes cheaply and fits into the Eagles offense a lot more than most b/c we love to throw so damn much.

He's definitely depth. He has great hands and fits into what Phily does on offense. If Westbrook gets injured then I would expect Hunt/Buckhalter to split with Booker with Booker getting more than 50% of that playing time because of his versatility. I think this trade is definitely more than just replacing Ryan Moats, which they could have done with an UFA.

 

[GoBirds]

I hope this is the end for Ryan Moats, b/c all 3 (Westy, Moats, Booker) are similar. Booker will play on special teams and see sporadic other PT.

Moats, a stellar use of a 3rd round pick.........

 

[UnknownCoach]

Parcells is going to bring in his guys and unload those that dont fit. This actually looks good for Booker to be get traded for a 4th round pick on draft weekend. That means the Eagles like him and its a good situation. Considering Philly usually doesnt draft a RB until at least round 3 and that Miami has changed coaches, it tells me Booker has being regarded somewhat highly. More so with the RB depth in this year's draft. Westbrook has avoided the serious injury but gets nicked up every year. I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

 

[Slider]

Philly loved Booker when Miami drafted him. No big surprise. He'll back up Westbrook.

 

[Craig_MiamiFL]

I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

I just don't see it. When I think legitimate backup, I think of the guy that'd dominate carries if the starter went down. If Westbrook goes down, I see Buckhalter or Hunt early downs, Booker on passing downs. It's what he is. That said, Booker can make as much of an impact with a healthy Westbrook as Buck/Hunt (because he's just as likely to see 3rd down work than either Hunt/Buck will on the early downs).

 

[Bri]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

that's interesting but IMO if the worries were significant, then they'd have gotten a better back.It sure seems like people here, draftniks, and the Fins last year were way too high on Booker. I don't like how the Eagles use RB depth, can't think of the last backup that showed his worth. Oh maybe Buckhalter years ago? It's been a long while.Now they have two 3rd round RBs from the 2007 draft. They should(they may not be, but should) be capable of giving Westbrook breathers and helping to keep their star RB healthy. It seems, however, that Reid likes Westbrook in every situation so he's always got him in there. In today's game, I don't think Westy can last (as a great producer) til the Supe if they were to make it. He might limp in or just be injured and out altogether but ....I just don't imagine it happenning unless they start really using their RB depth.

 

[Bri]

Parcells is going to bring in his guys and unload those that dont fit. This actually looks good for Booker to be get traded for a 4th round pick on draft weekend. That means the Eagles like him and its a good situation. Considering Philly usually doesnt draft a RB until at least round 3 and that Miami has changed coaches, it tells me Booker has being regarded somewhat highly. More so with the RB depth in this year's draft. Westbrook has avoided the serious injury but gets nicked up every year. I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

he was a 3rd round pick in 07, worth a 4th in 2008. I don't "see' the "think of him highly" stuff from that. Seems more like oh well yeah I guess we'll take him. 100 some odd college prospects are worth more than him in the pick scenario

 

[UnknownCoach]

Parcells is going to bring in his guys and unload those that dont fit. This actually looks good for Booker to be get traded for a 4th round pick on draft weekend. That means the Eagles like him and its a good situation. Considering Philly usually doesnt draft a RB until at least round 3 and that Miami has changed coaches, it tells me Booker has being regarded somewhat highly. More so with the RB depth in this year's draft. Westbrook has avoided the serious injury but gets nicked up every year. I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

he was a 3rd round pick in 07, worth a 4th in 2008. I don't "see' the "think of him highly" stuff from that. Seems more like oh well yeah I guess we'll take him. 100 some odd college prospects are worth more than him in the pick scenario

Dont agree with your logic. He's served a year of his contract and we are in draft weekend. We see starting NFL RB veterans being traded for 4th round picks. This is a second year backup player. A 4th round pick is showing confidence in his ability to be THE backup for Westbrook IMO.

 

[Bri]

Parcells is going to bring in his guys and unload those that dont fit. This actually looks good for Booker to be get traded for a 4th round pick on draft weekend. That means the Eagles like him and its a good situation. Considering Philly usually doesnt draft a RB until at least round 3 and that Miami has changed coaches, it tells me Booker has being regarded somewhat highly. More so with the RB depth in this year's draft. Westbrook has avoided the serious injury but gets nicked up every year. I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

he was a 3rd round pick in 07, worth a 4th in 2008. I don't "see' the "think of him highly" stuff from that. Seems more like oh well yeah I guess we'll take him. 100 some odd college prospects are worth more than him in the pick scenario

Dont agree with your logic. He's served a year of his contract and we are in draft weekend. We see starting NFL RB veterans being traded for 4th round picks. This is a second year backup player. A 4th round pick is showing confidence in his ability to be THE backup for Westbrook IMO.

that is true and although a WR, Moss was traded for similar.

 

[Mr. Peterson]

On Philly Site from Dave spadaro.

guess the Fins are happy with Brown and Ricky.

This mystifies me. Booker was at least solid and with only Brown and Ricky I thought for sure he would be in their plans.

I'd think they'll pick up someone in this draft. Isn't he basically a Westbrook clone? But smaller.

I love this...he's a clone of Amp Lee, not Brian Westbrook. C'mon folks. A 4th isn't a big deal since we had a boatload of 2nd day picks, but Booker is nothing more than Ryan Moats' replacement.

Tell that to the N.E. Patriots and Randy Moss.

 

[Marc Levin]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

It sure seems like people here, draftniks, and the Fins last year were way too high on Booker.

On what basis do you make this statement?

 

[Jason Wood]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

Bloom, I have no doubt you heard that rumor but let's be realistic here. If the Eagles were REALLY concerned about Westbrook's knee they sure as hell wouldn't have taken Lorenzo Booker as the lone RB addition. C'mon now.

 

[Bri]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

It sure seems like people here, draftniks, and the Fins last year were way too high on Booker.

On what basis do you make this statement?

I already answerred that question in the sentence before

 

[Craig_MiamiFL]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

Bloom, I have no doubt you heard that rumor but let's be realistic here. If the Eagles were REALLY concerned about Westbrook's knee they sure as hell wouldn't have taken Lorenzo Booker as the lone RB addition. C'mon now.

LOL No kidding. If they wanted a Westbrook replacement, they probably woulda strived higher -- like Patrick Cobbs or Samkon Gado. Booker's a flashy player, not a good one. If Westbrook went down, ok, Booker's a decent replacement on 3rd downs. Nothing more.

 

[Jason Wood]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

Bloom, I have no doubt you heard that rumor but let's be realistic here. If the Eagles were REALLY concerned about Westbrook's knee they sure as hell wouldn't have taken Lorenzo Booker as the lone RB addition. C'mon now.

LOL No kidding. If they wanted a Westbrook replacement, they probably woulda strived higher -- like Patrick Cobbs or Samkon Gado. Booker's a flashy player, not a good one. If Westbrook went down, ok, Booker's a decent replacement on 3rd downs. Nothing more.

Ray Rice would've looked NICE as an Eagle if they were really concerned

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

 

[Jason Wood]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

 

[Cowtippers]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

Whew.........that sounds better.

 

[Cowtippers]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

Rumor on the floor of the draft is that Westbrook's knee is not responding they want it to and that had a lot to do with this trade.

Bloom, I have no doubt you heard that rumor but let's be realistic here. If the Eagles were REALLY concerned about Westbrook's knee they sure as hell wouldn't have taken Lorenzo Booker as the lone RB addition. C'mon now.

Wasn't Tony Hunt an early pick last year? Have they already decided he's a career backup?

 

[cstu]

I think Philly is expecting Booker to be a legitimate backup for Westbrook.

I just don't see it. When I think legitimate backup, I think of the guy that'd dominate carries if the starter went down. If Westbrook goes down, I see Buckhalter or Hunt early downs, Booker on passing downs. It's what he is. That said, Booker can make as much of an impact with a healthy Westbrook as Buck/Hunt (because he's just as likely to see 3rd down work than either Hunt/Buck will on the early downs).

Just to make my thoughts on Booker clear, even if Westbrook is gone I don't think Booker will shoulder the full load. He would split with another back but in PPR leagues (where Westbrook is a stud) he will be very productive even splitting time.

 

[KSkid]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

 

[Jason Wood]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

 

[GoBirds]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

Oh snap, you got served.

 

[gregjcross]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

Lorenzo booker has been a fantasy tease in Dynasty because nobody has proven that he cant be productive. I think he remains one.. But, Andy Reid is a lot like Don Nelson in basketball, he can make players look great in situations and plug them in to succeed. I picked up Booker a moth ago only because I am a Ronnie Brown owner, ironically, i also picked up Tony Hunt on the cheap.I will wait this out with fairly low expectations.

 

[Ramblin Wreck]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

Booker played in a BCS conference on a team with many, many weapons. Westbrook played on a 1-AA team where he was the focal point of his offense and not exactly facing NFL defenders. Apples to oranges, IMO. If Westbrook proved in college he could handle the load full time, why did it take Phily 4+ years to realize it?

 

[JPeso]

Booker played in a BCS conference on a team with many, many weapons. Westbrook played on a 1-AA team where he was the focal point of his offense and not exactly facing NFL defenders. Apples to oranges, IMO. If Westbrook proved in college he could handle the load full time, why did it take Phily 4+ years to realize it?

FSU did not have many, many weapons in Booker's time. The cream will rise regardless of where someone plays college ball.

 

[Jason Wood]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

Booker played in a BCS conference on a team with many, many weapons. Westbrook played on a 1-AA team where he was the focal point of his offense and not exactly facing NFL defenders. Apples to oranges, IMO. If Westbrook proved in college he could handle the load full time, why did it take Phily 4+ years to realize it?

KSkid couldn't remember if Westbrook was productive in college; I pointed out that not only was he productive, he was other-worldly productive. Unfortunately for Westbrook (and to the Eagles benefit), he played at Villanova and was smallish, so a lot of teams wondered if all that productivity mattered. Clearly had GMs to do it all over again, Westy would've been one of the top picks that year; but thankfully for us, teams don't get to redo drafts. As to Booker, that's my point EXACTLY. He played for Florida State and, despite having very limited competition at the RB position, couldn't deliver even one big season. He was a classic underachiever who, thanks to the very same measurables he failed to utilize at FSU, ended up with an NFL shot.

 

[DeCleater]

This is about getting a guy that fits your system. If Westbrook gets hurt you don't have to throw the whole playbook out and start over, Booker is the same type of player Westbrook is.

 

[gianmarco]

This is about getting a guy that fits your system. If Westbrook gets hurt you don't have to throw the whole playbook out and start over, Booker is the same type of player Westbrook is.

Same type of player but not the same caliber.

 

[JPeso]

This is about getting a guy that fits your system. If Westbrook gets hurt you don't have to throw the whole playbook out and start over, Booker is the same type of player Westbrook is.

Same type of player but not the same caliber.

Correct.

 

[az_prof]

I am very interested in this move. Booker does share some similar traits with Westy, so it's possible he could get a shot in a couple of years to replace him. In any event, he'll be in an offense that loves throwing to their RBs, and he catches the ball very well.For dynasty purposes, I think Booker just got a decent bump, though I'd love for an Eagles fan or two to chime in with their thoughts on Booker's long term prospects...

Hmm mm, he reminds me of Ryan Moats alot more than Westbrook. He is worth a fourth round pick now? I don't think he will be starting any time soon.

 

[KSkid]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

Oh snap, you got served.

How is having my question answered getting served? That makes no sense at all.

 

[JPeso]

For dynasty purposes, I think Booker just got a decent bump, though I'd love for an Eagles fan or two to chime in with their thoughts on Booker's long term prospects...

He reminds me of Ryan Moats alot more than Westbrook. He is worth a fourth round pick now? I don't think he will be starting any time soon.

Because of skill set or because of what he has shown in the league thus far? My expectations remain low, but I would be hard-pressed to just write him off. When given the opportunity, he was decent in slot work and third downs last year.

 

[perry147]

To flesh out that statement a little more - what I heard about the knee was that Philly is concerned that the condition of the knee means he can't handle the same workload he's been carrying - not necessarily that his career could end prematurely.

I'm going to throw up in my beer every home game if 'Zo Booker is taking more than 10 offensive snaps a game, tops. UGH

I can live with 5 - 7 snaps a game if it helps keep Westy churning.

I'm confused how some are so certain that Booker can't play as many downs as Westbrook when they are pretty much the same size. Just because Booker couldn't overcome being on a horrible team in college doesn't mean he can't be a productive NFL back. Was Wetsbrook so productive in college? I really don't remember.

He did OK...
All-time leader in all purpose yards (9,512)
84 TDs
725 carries
4,298 yards rushing
219 receptions
2,582 yards receiving
2,289 return yards
4 return TDs
The 1st player in NCAA history to have 1,000 yards receiving and rushing in the same season

Booker played in a BCS conference on a team with many, many weapons. Westbrook played on a 1-AA team where he was the focal point of his offense and not exactly facing NFL defenders. Apples to oranges, IMO. If Westbrook proved in college he could handle the load full time, why did it take Phily 4+ years to realize it?

KSkid couldn't remember if Westbrook was productive in college; I pointed out that not only was he productive, he was other-worldly productive. Unfortunately for Westbrook (and to the Eagles benefit), he played at Villanova and was smallish, so a lot of teams wondered if all that productivity mattered. Clearly had GMs to do it all over again, Westy would've been one of the top picks that year; but thankfully for us, teams don't get to redo drafts. As to Booker, that's my point EXACTLY. He played for Florida State and, despite having very limited competition at the RB position, couldn't deliver even one big season. He was a classic underachiever who, thanks to the very same measurables he failed to utilize at FSU, ended up with an NFL shot.

I still have an old TSN magizine and in the back of it there was a "looking ahead" article and Booker was the #1 RB.

 

[gianmarco]

Here's something to keep in mind, both for Booker particularly as well as in general every time we read a glowing review about a player, especially from the coach:

Dolphins article with mention of Booker

"Sparano also said Booker is "a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit. He's interesting in that he's a guy that you've got to get touches for. You've got to find a way to get Lorenzo the ball. I think there's a role. . . . He's going to be out there."

After saying that recently, the Dolphins move him for a 4th round pick. Yeah, "he's going to be out there".