Lorenzo Booker (1 Viewer)

[CaGamblers]

It seems that the people in Philly are happy with Booker thus far - What do you think of his upside potential in a dynasty league? I believe anytime a team makes a draft day trade for a player it means good things for that player because the team that traded for him has a vision on where he can fit in the offense right away.

Eagles RB Lorenzo Booker impressed coaches and teammates “with his speed, agility, and quick-strike potential” at minicamp.

Offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg said Booker was “even a little bit better” than the team expected while quarterback Kevin Kolb called him “a huge pick up for us.” Booker won't see regular carries in Philly, but he gives the offense some interesting options out of the backfield. Rotoworld

The Eagles gave Miami their fourth-round pick (No. 115) for Booker - Lets look at the RBs that were drafted after #115 this year……..

It's interesting to note that Ryan Torin was picked at #139 and everyone seems to be gushing over his upside in Denver

Name Pos Ht Wt College Pick Team

[+] Boyd, Cory RB 6'1″ 213 South Carolina Pick 31, Round 7(238) Tampa Bay Buccaneers

[+] Brown, Thomas RB 5'9″ 204 Georgia Pick 6, Round 6(172) Atlanta Falcons

[+] Charles, Jamaal RB 5'11″ 200 Texas Pick 10, Round 3(73) Kansas City Chiefs

[+] Choice, Tashard RB 5'11″ 215 Georgia Tech Pick 23, Round 4(122) Dallas Cowboys

[+] Felton, Jerome FB 6'0″ 246 Furman Pick 11, Round 5(146) Detroit Lions

[+] Forsett, Justin RB 5'8″ 190 California Pick 26, Round 7(233) Seattle Seahawks

[+] Forte, Matt RB 6'2″ 222 Tulane Pick 13, Round 2(44) Chicago Bears

[+] Hart, Mike RB 5'9″ 195 Michigan Pick 36, Round 6(202) Indianapolis Colts

[+] Hester, Jacob FB 5'11″ 230 LSU Pick 6, Round 3(69) San Diego Chargers

[+] Hightower, Tim RB 6'0″ 226 Richmond Pick 14, Round 5(149) Arizona Cardinals

[+] Hilliard, Lex RB 5'11″ 228 Montana Pick 38, Round 6(204) Miami Dolphins

[+] Hillis, Peyton FB 6'1″ 240 Arkansas Pick 20, Round 7(227) Denver Broncos

[+] Johnson, Chris RB 5'11″ 197 East Carolina Pick 24, Round 1(24) Tennessee Titans

[+] Jones, Felix RB 6'0″ 200 Arkansas Pick 22, Round 1(22) Dallas Cowboys

[+] McFadden, Darren RB 6'2″ 210 Arkansas Pick 4, Round 1(4) Oakland Raiders

[+] Mendenhall, Rashard RB 5'11″ 210 Illinois Pick 23, Round 1(23) Pittsburgh Steelers

[+] Omon, Xavier RB 5'11″ 226 Northwest Missouri State Pick 13, Round 6(179) Buffalo Bills

[+] Parmele, Jalen RB 6'0″ 224 Toledo Pick 10, Round 6(176) Miami Dolphins

[+] Patrick, Allen RB 6'1″ 198 Oklahoma Pick 33, Round 7(240) Baltimore Ravens

[+] Rice, Ray RB 5'8″ 199 Rutgers Pick 24, Round 2(55) Baltimore Ravens

[+] Schmitt, Owen FB 6'2″ 250 West Virginia Pick 28, Round 5(163) Seattle Seahawks

[+] Slaton, Steve RB 5'9″ 197 West Virginia Pick 26, Round 3(89) Houston Texans

[+] Smith, Kevin RB 6'1″ 217 Central Florida Pick 1, Round 3(64) Detroit Lions

[+] Stewart, Jonathan RB 5'11″ 235 Oregon Pick 13, Round 1(13) Carolina Panthers

[+] Thomas, Marcus RB 6'2″ 215 Texas-El Paso Pick 31, Round 5(166) San Diego Chargers

[+] Torain, Ryan RB 6'1″ 222 Arizona State Pick 4, Round 5(139) Denver Broncos

[+] Washington, Chauncey RB 6'0″ 211 Southern Cal Pick 6, Round 7(213) Jacksonville Jaguars

 

[Ripleys]

someone just moved Booker for Fred Jackson in one of my dynasty leagues. Yikes. I think Booker is going to enjoy his new home in Philly.

 

[Dinsy Ejotuz]

Lorenzo Booker = Trung Candidate. Minus the 1st round pedigree.

Sell.

 

[ForWhoForWhat]

westbrook is definitely the man in philly. booker will see limited touches except for those 1-2 games he'll start when westbrook nurses an injury. in redraft, i'd try to scoop him up in the late rounds and stash him for the evident westbrook knee injury. in dynasty i'd target him as he'll replace westbrook in 2-3 years.

 

[mo542]

This year, I believe that Booker serves two purposes:

1)Hedge against Westbrook

2)Another receiver out of the backfield if his presence can create matchup problems.

As good as Westbrook is, he is an injury risk. If Westbrook goes down, the Eagles have to change their game plan dramatically because they do not have another RB that plays similar to Westbrook. Booker fills this role. If Westbrook goes down, having Booker allows the team to run the same plays because he is a smaller, quicker RB with good hands.

Last year, the Eagles used Buckhalter and Westbrook in the same backfield a few times. I believe that the coaching staff saw some opportunities to exploit matchups by using two RBs that are both a threat to run or catch at the same time. I also believe that coaching staff thinks that Booker is a better receiver than Buckhalter. Thus, you might see him in the same backfield with Westbrook if the matchup dictates it.

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the heir-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

Just my $0.02

 

[Bojang0301]

someone just moved Booker for Fred Jackson in one of my dynasty leagues. Yikes. I think Booker is going to enjoy his new home in Philly.

Why is that a yikes? What the heck has either one done in the league and when did Booker ever prove to be anything more than a COP in college let alone the pros. The only thing I like about Booker was how he alowed real full time potential players to fall after him in rookie drafts last year. I would like to thank him and FBG's for boosting his value to a rediculous level.

 

[Slider]

Booker gets 80% of Westbrook's numbers if Westbrook goes down. As great as Westbrook is, it's the O making him.

 

[Bojang0301]

Booker gets 80% of Westbrook's numbers if Westbrook goes down. As great as Westbrook is, it's the O making him.

LOL whoa... whoa... whoa Correll Buckhalter and Tony Hunt down?

 

[Ripleys]

Booker just traded again in another league, along with Jordan, for a K and 3.4 rookie pick. People are seriously underestimating him. Call it his talent or just his situation, regardless, guy is worth more than he's going for as of late. Great value pick IMO...

 

[zadok]

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the air-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

You mean heir-apparent of course, and no, he's not. Booker is not an effective inside runner, he is a scat back, plain and simple. Best case scenario for him is Kevin Faulk. If Westbrook were to go down, you would see much more of Tony Hunt (or Buckhalter if they keep him yet again), with Booker staying as a change of pace/receiving option. I truly believe he was brought in much more as another receiving weapon for McNabb than as a running back.

 

[Bojang0301]

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the air-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

You mean heir-apparent of course, and no, he's not. Booker is not an effective inside runner, he is a scat back, plain and simple. Best case scenario for him is Kevin Faulk. If Westbrook were to go down, you would see much more of Tony Hunt (or Buckhalter if they keep him yet again), with Booker staying as a change of pace/receiving option. I truly believe he was brought in much more as another receiving weapon for McNabb than as a running back.

As laughable as this thread. The guy is a twig and while some smaller backs succeed he is 5-11, 190. He never cracked 200 carries in college and they didn't even know what position he was going to play in Miami.

 

[gregjcross]

L. Booker does not have the talent and strength even if Westy went down. I own him in dynasty. He could be an amazing situational player if his owners get lucky.

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the air-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

You mean heir-apparent of course, and no, he's not. Booker is not an effective inside runner, he is a scat back, plain and simple. Best case scenario for him is Kevin Faulk. If Westbrook were to go down, you would see much more of Tony Hunt (or Buckhalter if they keep him yet again), with Booker staying as a change of pace/receiving option. I truly believe he was brought in much more as another receiving weapon for McNabb than as a running back.

As laughable as this thread. The guy is a twig and while some smaller backs succeed he is 5-11, 190. He never cracked 200 carries in college and they didn't even know what position he was going to play in Miami.

 

[mo542]

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the air-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

You mean heir-apparent of course, and no, he's not. Booker is not an effective inside runner, he is a scat back, plain and simple. Best case scenario for him is Kevin Faulk. If Westbrook were to go down, you would see much more of Tony Hunt (or Buckhalter if they keep him yet again), with Booker staying as a change of pace/receiving option. I truly believe he was brought in much more as another receiving weapon for McNabb than as a running back.

Thanks for wielding the grammar-hammer. I guess you mean scat-back as opposed to "scat back." Well, I disagree with you; Westbrook was viewed as a scat-back until a couple years ago.

The team also drafted RB Ryan Moats, of Louisiana Tech, in the third round. Moats, like Westbrook, falls into the scat-back type mold and could provide some insurance should Westbrook suffer an injury http://www.kffl.com/article.php/30451/58

I agree that he was brought in mainly as a receiving option for the short-term, however I think they are going to groom him to replace Westbrook.

The Eagles seem to see Booker as Westbrook's understudy, especially in the passing game http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/200...hing_story.html

Maybe he does or doesn’t replace Westbrook in a couple years, but I believe Reid sees some of the same things in Booker as he saw in Westbrook when he drafted him.

"He does some of the same things Brian Westbrook does," Reid said. http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles..._to_Eagles.html

Of course, this is my opinion based on what I have read.

 

[Bojang0301]

Long-term, I think he will be groomed to be the air-apparent to Westbrook. It will be up to Booker if can fulfill the long-term vision. This year, I do not expect much out of him unless Westbrook goes down.

You mean heir-apparent of course, and no, he's not. Booker is not an effective inside runner, he is a scat back, plain and simple. Best case scenario for him is Kevin Faulk. If Westbrook were to go down, you would see much more of Tony Hunt (or Buckhalter if they keep him yet again), with Booker staying as a change of pace/receiving option. I truly believe he was brought in much more as another receiving weapon for McNabb than as a running back.

Thanks for wielding the grammar-hammer. I guess you mean scat-back as opposed to "scat back." Well I disagree with you; Westbrook was viewed as a scat-back until a couple years ago.

The team also drafted RB Ryan Moats, of Louisiana Tech, in the third round. Moats, like Westbrook, falls into the scat-back type mold and could provide some insurance should Westbrook suffer an injury http://www.kffl.com/article.php/30451/58

I agree that he was brought in mainly as a receiving option for the short-term, however I think they are going to groom him to replace Westbrook.

The Eagles seem to see Booker as Westbrook's understudy, especially in the passing game http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/200...hing_story.html

Maybe he does or doesn’t replace Westbrook in a couple years, but I believe Reid sees some of the same things in Booker as he saw in Westbrook when he drafted him.

"He does some of the same things Brian Westbrook does," Reid said. http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles..._to_Eagles.html

Of course, this is my opinion based on what I have read.

No he meant scat back as in #### back.

 

[King of the Jungle]

If I recall Bloom loved this guy coming out of school. Curious to hear his opinion.

 

[Ketamine Dreams]

If I recall Bloom loved this guy coming out of school. Curious to hear his opinion.

Yeah, it seems a couple people really gushed about him. I can't seem to draw a bead on him.

 

[gianmarco]

As good as Westbrook is, he is an injury risk.

Just more myth that continues to be propagated. If you check his time missed due to injuries, it's actually considerably less than most other "top 10" RB's the last 2 yrs.He's definitely a risk to make the injury report. He's not any more of a risk to miss time because of it than any other RB.

 

[Mark Wimer]

If I recall Bloom loved this guy coming out of school. Curious to hear his opinion.

Both Sigmund and Cecil were very impressed with Booker when they saw him play/in workouts. They think he has the talent to succeed at the NFL level, and I defer to their opinion. I am targetting Booker for acquisition in my dynasty and keeper leagues, as I love the fit for him in Philly's offense.

 

[zadok]

Well, I disagree with you; Westbrook was viewed as a scat-back until a couple years ago.

The team also drafted RB Ryan Moats, of Louisiana Tech, in the third round. Moats, like Westbrook, falls into the scat-back type mold and could provide some insurance should Westbrook suffer an injury http://www.kffl.com/article.php/30451/58

I agree that he was brought in mainly as a receiving option for the short-term, however I think they are going to groom him to replace Westbrook.

The Eagles seem to see Booker as Westbrook's understudy, especially in the passing game http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/200...hing_story.html

Maybe he does or doesn't replace Westbrook in a couple years, but I believe Reid sees some of the same things in Booker as he saw in Westbrook when he drafted him.

"He does some of the same things Brian Westbrook does," Reid said. http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles..._to_Eagles.html

Of course, this is my opinion based on what I have read.

Some may have viewed Westbrook as a scat back, but I for one never did. I was there at his first TC, he was on another level and it showed. He has inside running ability and power that Booker will never have. Don't listen to anything Reid says about his players in public, he loves them all. Booker, like Westbrook, can catch, is quick and elusive. But you can't draw blood from a stone. There is nothing to groom, IMHO, he is what he is.

 

[zadok]

No he meant scat back as in #### back.

 

[mo542]

As good as Westbrook is, he is an injury risk.

Just more myth that continues to be propagated. If you check his time missed due to injuries, it's actually considerably less than most other "top 10" RB's the last 2 yrs.He's definitely a risk to make the injury report. He's not any more of a risk to miss time because of it than any other RB.

Well, he may play but he is constantly nicked up. I tend to agree with this quote by Jason Wood:

Try as we might, you absolutely cannot forget that Brian Westbrook IS an injury risk. Last year, despite missing only one regular season game, he was frequently on the injury report and was a game-time decision on many occasions.

However, we are talking about Booker.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

If I recall Bloom loved this guy coming out of school. Curious to hear his opinion.

Still love the talent - quicks, burst, hands, elusiveness. Down the line, I think he can be a PPR special, catching 50+ balls a year in addition to getting change of pace carries. Last year, he caught 28 balls and averaged 70+ total yards in the last five games of the year. Thats solid RB2 numbers in a PPR league. I don't know if he'll get that many targets with Westbrook around, but he can probably do at least that if Westbrook misses significant time. He's been praised at both stops, and produced when he got on the field last year.

 

[mo542]

Well, I disagree with you; Westbrook was viewed as a scat-back until a couple years ago.

The team also drafted RB Ryan Moats, of Louisiana Tech, in the third round. Moats, like Westbrook, falls into the scat-back type mold and could provide some insurance should Westbrook suffer an injury http://www.kffl.com/article.php/30451/58

I agree that he was brought in mainly as a receiving option for the short-term, however I think they are going to groom him to replace Westbrook.

The Eagles seem to see Booker as Westbrook's understudy, especially in the passing game http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/200...hing_story.html

Maybe he does or doesn't replace Westbrook in a couple years, but I believe Reid sees some of the same things in Booker as he saw in Westbrook when he drafted him.

"He does some of the same things Brian Westbrook does," Reid said. http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles..._to_Eagles.html

Of course, this is my opinion based on what I have read.

Some may have viewed Westbrook as a scat back, but I for one never did. I was there at his first TC, he was on another level and it showed. He has inside running ability and power that Booker will never have. Don't listen to anything Reid says about his players in public, he loves them all. Booker, like Westbrook, can catch, is quick and elusive. But you can't draw blood from a stone. There is nothing to groom, IMHO, he is what he is.

I guess we'll have to agree to disagree on Booker's long-term role.The Eagles have a history of bringing in replacements before the players leave the organization; see Bobby Taylor, Troy Vincent, Trot, Duce, etc. In addition, Westbrook's contract is up in two years and he will be on the wrong side of 30; see the Eagles history of signing players north of 30. Booker's skill set is very similar to Westbrook's and preliminary reports are that the organization is very happy with him.

He's a huge pickup for us," Kolb said. "I was thrilled when it happened, and I'm even more thrilled now that I've been out there with him. http://www.philly.com/inquirer/sports/2008...tarts_fast.html

And yes, I know this is camp but it is a good sign. If he can put on some weight, I think he can replace Westbrook's role in the offense. Now, I'm not saying he is going to gain 2000 yards from scrimmage. However, he may be part of a RBBC where he gains somewhere around 600-800 yards on the ground and air; similar to pre-2006 Westbrook.

 

[todisco1]

Booker only played 5 games last season (the last five). In those five games, he put up 128 rushing yds (4.4 ypc), and 28 catches for 237 yds.

In ppr leagues this guy put up solid numbers, and his ypc was quite good. He averaged over 72 total yds and 5.6 catches per game. Obviously a tiny sample size but I don't understand how people can label him as a failure when he put up strong numbers in limited time.

He's small, so he may have a limited ceiling, but if there was a system where he could flourish, he is in it now. I like him and think the Iggles will find ways to get this guy involved.

I'm buying now in fantasy leagues.

 

[Bojang0301]

If I recall Bloom loved this guy coming out of school. Curious to hear his opinion.

Still love the talent - quicks, burst, hands, elusiveness. Down the line, I think he can be a PPR special, catching 50+ balls a year in addition to getting change of pace carries. Last year, he caught 28 balls and averaged 70+ total yards in the last five games of the year. Thats solid RB2 numbers in a PPR league. I don't know if he'll get that many targets with Westbrook around, but he can probably do at least that if Westbrook misses significant time. He's been praised at both stops, and produced when he got on the field last year.

I have to first say I love and respect you guys to death. You are far more obsessed then I'll ever be and it shows. However, last year was an example of how that power you have in your opinion can be abused. You sky rocketed this guy who despite his talent (which probably tops out at special teams extrodinare/COP back who gets lots of receptions will be no better than RB2 in PPR. A lot of people don't play in PPR and beside that fact alone it seemed fairly clear to all involved that this guy would never be asked to shoulder a full load at 190 lbs, as he shouldn't. Chris Johnson reminds me of Booker from last year but that is hijacking .

 

[Bojang0301]

Booker only played 5 games last season (the last five). In those five games, he put up 128 rushing yds (4.4 ypc), and 28 catches for 237 yds. In ppr leagues this guy put up solid numbers, and his ypc was quite good. He averaged over 72 total yds and 5.6 catches per game. Obviously a tiny sample size but I don't understand how people can label him as a failure when he put up strong numbers in limited time. He's small, so he may have a limited ceiling, but if there was a system where he could flourish, he is in it now. I like him and think the Iggles will find ways to get this guy involved.I'm buying now in fantasy leagues.

I have been a bit harsh this thread. The thing is I can't believe how blinded people are by the "talent". Devin Hester has talent but he is never going to be a stable fantasy force. It is clear, IMO, that Booker will never shoulder a full load for a team. That makes him limited week-to-week and year-to-year. Not someone I really care a whole lot to have on my team but yes if you want him you can get him cheap right now.

 

[westbrook36]

Here is my take as a huge Eagles homer. Right now the depth chart looks like this:

1. Westbrook

2. Buckhalter

3. Booker

4. Hunt

5. Moats

Now Westbrook's spot is obviously locked down for sure, but the rest could change a lot in training camp. If Westbrook were to get hurt, I don't think there would be any good fantasy option, because Andy Reid would probably use a very heavy rotation.

I think the main reason the Eagles traded for Booker, is they want to have a 3rd down back to lighten Westbrook's load. Westbrook was awesome last year, but they depended on him too much. Now they have somebody who can come in and catch the ball well, and could be great on the screens the Eagles love to run.

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

 

[-X-]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

 

[zadok]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

Westbrook is 5'8. Booker will just never be Westbrook's every down replacement.

 

[zadok]

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

 

[CaGamblers]

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

Never say Never! "(He's) a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit.......

Watch these videos and you will agree

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pvPumoZFpl4...feature=related

 

[-X-]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

Westbrook is 5'8. Booker will just never be Westbrook's every down replacement.

I guess NFL.com's page is wrong, because what I posted earlier is what's on their site. A lot of people were probably saying the same thing about Westbrook just a few years ago.

 

[zadok]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

Westbrook is 5'8. Booker will just never be Westbrook's every down replacement.

I guess NFL.com's page is wrong, because what I posted earlier is what's on their site. A lot of people were probably saying the same thing about Westbrook just a few years ago.

Trust me, he's 5'8. And I was never one of those people.

 

[Jerry Lawler]

I don't watch the Eagles as closely as the homers, but I'm surprised to hear some speculating that the Eagles will replace Westbrook on 3rd downs/passing situations. My opinion is that Westbrook while is a very good 1st/2nd down ballcarrier, but one of the best pass-catching backs in the history of football. If the Eagles believe the same thing, wouldn't it make more sense to take advantage of Westbrook's strengths in the passing game while reducing his workload through the use of a more bruising back on 1st/2nd downs?

Situations aside, I'm not sure I can envision the Eagles taking Westbrook off the field significantly more than his injury status dictates. Their offense just isn't the same without him, and the NFC East likely won't permit much saving of players for the stretch run this season.

 

[cstu]

I don't watch the Eagles as closely as the homers, but I'm surprised to hear some speculating that the Eagles will replace Westbrook on 3rd downs/passing situations. My opinion is that Westbrook while is a very good 1st/2nd down ballcarrier, but one of the best pass-catching backs in the history of football. If the Eagles believe the same thing, wouldn't it make more sense to take advantage of Westbrook's strengths in the passing game while reducing his workload through the use of a more bruising back on 1st/2nd downs?Situations aside, I'm not sure I can envision the Eagles taking Westbrook off the field significantly more than his injury status dictates. Their offense just isn't the same without him, and the NFC East likely won't permit much saving of players for the stretch run this season.

 

[munchkin]

I don't watch the Eagles as closely as the homers, but I'm surprised to hear some speculating that the Eagles will replace Westbrook on 3rd downs/passing situations. My opinion is that Westbrook while is a very good 1st/2nd down ballcarrier, but one of the best pass-catching backs in the history of football. If the Eagles believe the same thing, wouldn't it make more sense to take advantage of Westbrook's strengths in the passing game while reducing his workload through the use of a more bruising back on 1st/2nd downs?

Situations aside, I'm not sure I can envision the Eagles taking Westbrook off the field significantly more than his injury status dictates. Their offense just isn't the same without him, and the NFC East likely won't permit much saving of players for the stretch run this season.

That's really not there game though. They like to get their backs in space. Yes Westbrook can run between the tackles and is probably their shiftiest most consistent back whether running or catching.You are right, the NFC East is going to be a tough division and wins will be at a premium. They likely won't be taking a lot of reps away from Westbrook but they have to start grooming someone to take over his role. I think they will be giving Booker spot duty to see how he performs and then move the two of them in and out accordingly.

 

[westbrook36]

I don't watch the Eagles as closely as the homers, but I'm surprised to hear some speculating that the Eagles will replace Westbrook on 3rd downs/passing situations. My opinion is that Westbrook while is a very good 1st/2nd down ballcarrier, but one of the best pass-catching backs in the history of football. If the Eagles believe the same thing, wouldn't it make more sense to take advantage of Westbrook's strengths in the passing game while reducing his workload through the use of a more bruising back on 1st/2nd downs?Situations aside, I'm not sure I can envision the Eagles taking Westbrook off the field significantly more than his injury status dictates. Their offense just isn't the same without him, and the NFC East likely won't permit much saving of players for the stretch run this season.

They will just lighten it a little bit. They overused Westbrook last year. Now let's say they run Westbrook on first and second down. They can spell him with Tony Hunt for short yardage or Lorenzo Booker for 3rd and long. That is why the Eagles liked Booker so much, because he is also great at catching the ball.Westbrook will still see plenty of third downs, but last year he was the only option really. Now they have options. If Booker really does well you could see some formations with both of them on the field, and you could see Booker on first down even.The main thing is they now have a back who can do some of the same things Westbrook can, and they don't have to put so much on Westbrook's shoulders.

 

[bigmurd]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

Westbrook is 5'8. Booker will just never be Westbrook's every down replacement.

I guess NFL.com's page is wrong, because what I posted earlier is what's on their site. A lot of people were probably saying the same thing about Westbrook just a few years ago.

Trust me, he's 5'8. And I was never one of those people.

He's listed as 5'10" on the Eagles website as well; maybe that's in his cleats.

 

[az_prof]

I can't believe people are still talking about this guy. Booker is a guy who has NEVER, not in college and now not in Pros, done ANYTHING. On top of that his size is diminutive. If he had had a good year in college, just one, I could see this. Or if he had done anything his rookie year to generate some interest I could understand. But the guy is at best third string on his team and hasn't done anything, anywhere. I don't see how he is even rosterable unless you wasted a pick on him last year and don't want to give up on it.

 

[finito]

I can't believe people are still talking about this guy. Booker is a guy who has NEVER, not in college and now not in Pros, done ANYTHING. On top of that his size is diminutive. If he had had a good year in college, just one, I could see this. Or if he had done anything his rookie year to generate some interest I could understand. But the guy is at best third string on his team and hasn't done anything, anywhere. I don't see how he is even rosterable unless you wasted a pick on him last year and don't want to give up on it.

ppr leagues he was quite good the last 5 games of the season. Averaged over 5 catches a game, 70+ total yds a game with a 4+ ypc average as someone mentioned earlier. Those are pretty good numbers. I don't think anyone's saying he will become the next Marshall Faulk, but he is on the best team to utilize his substantial receiving skills - he does have value.

 

[mdog1967]

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

Never say Never! "(He's) a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit.......

Watch these videos and you will agree

I will enjoy coming back with a big grin when Booker is the hot waiver pickup mid season. Most of the detractors will never return to say "Who Knew". This talk is very close to what was said about Westbrook prior to him breaking out. Duece was the man and many poo-pooed the Idea that Westbrook could be an effective back. I'll go so far to say that by next season you may be able to trade Booker for D-Mac straight up.

 

[zadok]

No reason why Booker (5'10", 191 lbs.) can't put on 10-15 lbs. and be closer to Westbrook's dimensions (5'10", 203 lbs.), yet still maintain his explosiveness.

Westbrook is 5'8. Booker will just never be Westbrook's every down replacement.

I guess NFL.com's page is wrong, because what I posted earlier is what's on their site. A lot of people were probably saying the same thing about Westbrook just a few years ago.

Trust me, he's 5'8. And I was never one of those people.

He's listed as 5'10" on the Eagles website as well; maybe that's in his cleats.

Never seen a team inflate a player's measureables before eh? Have you stood a few feet away from him? I have.

 

[gregjcross]

This wont happen as Booker is not an elite talent, has never shown to be.

ut it's fun to think about and i'll hold him at the end of my RB corps.

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

Never say Never! "(He's) a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit.......

Watch these videos and you will agree

 

[mdog1967]

This wont happen as Booker is not an elite talent, has never shown to be.

ut it's fun to think about and i'll hold him at the end of my RB corps.

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

:whoosh:

Never say Never! "(He's) a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit.......

Watch these videos and you will agree

Wouldn't be provocative to say anything else. I always love to fish for the DMAC fanatics. DMAC has elite speed - Thats It.

 

[az_prof]

While I think he will be very valuable to the Eagles, I see him having very little fantasy value.

Never say Never! "(He's) a guy that when you watch, he jumps off the film a little bit.......

Watch these videos and you will agree

Big difference between Westbrook and Booker: Westbrook was an effective college player. Booker hasn't done anything noteworthy anywhere yet.