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Lynch for the rest of the season? (1 Viewer)
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I think the line is trying to get cohesive after Peters missed so much time and players had to shift positions. The line isn't where it was last year yet, but is an above avg line... Also, Lynch has had a few big runs called back which happens to everyone, but his #'s would look a little better... I'll keep plugging him in as his floor is pretty high it seems..
puckalicious
Footballguy
He only had 3 100yd games last year. He'll probably get about the same this year IMO. He's on a virtually identical pace through 5 games as last year, although almost 1ppg more. He's already got 4 TD's, I expect he'll get into double digits this year.
So in short, I think his outlook is good.
1200/12 & 240/1
Having said that, I just traded him for Gore. Partly because I like Gore better, partly to cover bye week issue on my team.
So in short, I think his outlook is good.
1200/12 & 240/1
Having said that, I just traded him for Gore. Partly because I like Gore better, partly to cover bye week issue on my team.
Resident A
Footballguy
By reading your quote, it's pretty clear you haven't been watching him much. Maybe you saw some highlights.Lynch has run pretty well considering how bad the O-line has blocked, the line looks like a shell of it's 2007 self. Lynch has been getting hit in the backfield on nearly half of his runs. This may have to do with Peters' missing camp & 2 games, or line continuity issues. I expect the bye week to at least help the line a little bit. If Lynch can even get just a little blocking, the 100yd games will come. He's easily still top-10 with a good shot at top-5.Also- The Buffalo O-line has been killing the team with penalties the past 2 games. In the St Louis game alone, Lynch had 47 rushing yards wiped out on penalties away from the play.
Giant Wooden Badger
the Beav
I just picked him up with Eddie Royal for Grant and Rodgers - a steal I hope.
GroveDiesel
Footballguy
Although I'm not all that optimistic about the line getting better. Fowler hasn't been very good and Peters has been awful since coming back. And Peters wasn't very good at run blocking to begin with. Frankly, the line would be a much better run blocking line with Walker at LT and Chambers at RT. Lynch's positives are that the Bills are going to give him a ton of touches and virtually all of the goaline work. But he's not a top 5 RB with the awful run blocking coming from that OL.
Thorpe
Footballguy
Lynch is probably a better NFL back than fantasy back. He lacks top end speed so he won't break the 50+ yard runs you need for huge yardage games. He is good at turning the -2 yard run into a 6 yard run and keeping the chains moving. As was said before, Peters is a bum when it comes to run blocking. And Lynch is not especially good in the snow and neither are the Bills as a team. Lynch will get you 75 yards and 1 TD on a fairly consistent basis but won't get you much more. His value is a lot worse with Losman at QB because Losman will take the sack and not dump off the pass to Lynch.
The Jacket
Footballguy
I'd say it's the opposite. In fantasy he's a great asset because of the touches he gets, especially in the red zone. In the NFL, he's nothing. Very average RB; not even close to being in the discussion of the top five or six guys. In fantasy he is.Thorpe said:
cubbie5150
Footballguy
The Bills O-line needs toget their @#$@! together. Lynch already has had several matchups where he should've blown up for big games if he were indeed a top 10 RB; I'm guessing less than stellar O-line play is to blame as many people say Lynch has been running well--tbh, when I've watchedhim, he hasn't looked explosive at all, bt I haven't sen him nearly as often as others.
tribecalledjeff
Footballguy
Every time I think about trading him, I look at his fantasy playoff schedule and reconsider. Jets wk 15, Denver wk16 is tough to pass up.
GoBills02
Footballguy
gonzobill5
Footballguy
2 vs. jets, 2 vs. miami, cleveland, kc, denver, SF
lots of games vs. bad teams or bad run defenses - i just traded for him cause i think he'll carry me come playoff time
lots of games vs. bad teams or bad run defenses - i just traded for him cause i think he'll carry me come playoff time
sentr
Footballguy
I traded Adrian Peterson and Thomas Jones for Lynch and FWP today. I like everything about the trade for MY team considering I will be able to mix and match matchups between those two and M. Turner/ Chris Johnson. From a player for player perspective I also like Lynch/FWP over my previous two as well. I think Lynch will be top 5 over the remaining games this year and Parker is in a position now to dominate all the carries including goal line looks.
Max Power
Footballguy
Butters
Footballguy
The Jets rank 17th in the league in fantasy points allowed to RBs, however ... middle of the pack.Jets have the third ranked rush D
Mr. Mojo
Footballguy
He's overdue for a big game.With soft run defenses coming up, it's a good time to buy low.
How is that working???I traded Adrian Peterson and Thomas Jones for Lynch and FWP today. I like everything about the trade for MY team considering I will be able to mix and match matchups between those two and M. Turner/ Chris Johnson. From a player for player perspective I also like Lynch/FWP over my previous two as well. I think Lynch will be top 5 over the remaining games this year and Parker is in a position now to dominate all the carries including goal line looks.
DrJamesAndrews Fan
Footballguy
How is that working???I traded Adrian Peterson and Thomas Jones for Lynch and FWP today. I like everything about the trade for MY team considering I will be able to mix and match matchups between those two and M. Turner/ Chris Johnson. From a player for player perspective I also like Lynch/FWP over my previous two as well. I think Lynch will be top 5 over the remaining games this year and Parker is in a position now to dominate all the carries including goal line looks.
koreansteve
Footballguy
anyone else have any ideas on Lynch. Thinking about trading Turner for him (Turner faces TB, MIN in FF playoffs).
trader jake
Footballguy
Marshawn Lynch definitely a buy low right now.
Yes, he doesn't have 100 yards rushing in a game yet but he's also only had 20+ carries in 1 game. He had had 90+ combined yards in more games than he hasn't, is relatively well rested right now, he's the goal-line back, (in dynasty leagues) he's still only 22 years old, and (in redraft leagues) his upcoming schedule is cake. What's not to like?
Yes, he doesn't have 100 yards rushing in a game yet but he's also only had 20+ carries in 1 game. He had had 90+ combined yards in more games than he hasn't, is relatively well rested right now, he's the goal-line back, (in dynasty leagues) he's still only 22 years old, and (in redraft leagues) his upcoming schedule is cake. What's not to like?
gonzobill5
Footballguy
I traded Graham for Lynch about a month ago. The deal hasn't worked out as well as I had hoped - yet. I'm pretty disappointed about Buffalo's run blocking and Trent Edwards has been in a tailspin as of late. While I was way off on the Jets D (Kris Jenkins is an absolute beast), he still gets Denver in the playoffs, so I'd still be buying if I had the opportunity.
Max Power
Footballguy
Just to stir the pot...Average OL
Only 2 runs over 20 yards
Fred Jackson
Averaging 56 rushing yards a game
Has never in his career topped 100 Yards rushing without 20+ carries
Only had 1 100+ total yard game this game (against Oak)
His upcomming set of games is nice, so he does have that going for him. I'd like to buy low, but I'm still afraid he was just so over-rated coming into the year that I'd still pay more to get him than he is worth.
sentr
Footballguy
Not as well as I would have liked but I am still in solid playoff contention. No one has perfect knowledge and in this trade, I am definitely on the short end of the stick.....but as stated in my prior post I have enough solid RB's that I am still going strong. Thanks for asking.......... :(Mimo said:How is that working???I traded Adrian Peterson and Thomas Jones for Lynch and FWP today. I like everything about the trade for MY team considering I will be able to mix and match matchups between those two and M. Turner/ Chris Johnson. From a player for player perspective I also like Lynch/FWP over my previous two as well. I think Lynch will be top 5 over the remaining games this year and Parker is in a position now to dominate all the carries including goal line looks.
Birdie048
Footballguy
I had high expectations for Lynch too. I tried to get him 2 weeks ago. The owner's price was too high (Plex & Cotchery for Lynch). I ended up getting Fred Jax cheap.
Lynch is being "saved" for some post-season effort. IMO, they don't want to run him into the groud so they can save him for the playoffs. Buff still has a good chance to make the playoffs, but they better get their act together.
I think the partial RBBC is hurting him more in that he does not get into a rythm on the field. He is a bit of a bruiser and wants to run thru tacklers. This has led to some minor dings and the coaches are giving him some breather time.
Lynch is being "saved" for some post-season effort. IMO, they don't want to run him into the groud so they can save him for the playoffs. Buff still has a good chance to make the playoffs, but they better get their act together.
I think the partial RBBC is hurting him more in that he does not get into a rythm on the field. He is a bit of a bruiser and wants to run thru tacklers. This has led to some minor dings and the coaches are giving him some breather time.
scrumptrulescent
Footballguy
Just traded for Lynch. I have options and don't need to play him but thought he was worth taking the chance on with his schedule down the stretch. One thing's for sure, I'm starting him this week. That stadium will be rocking....Buffalo fans don't get many MNF games and they'll be crazy like they were last year against the Cowboys. I think Marshawn has a big game.
LILB811
Footballguy
In 22 career games, Marshawn has averaged over 5 yards per carry exactly once
Birdie048
Footballguy
Well, in our scoring (0.5 ppr), when the trade was under negotiation after week 7M Lynch was avering 15.1 pt per game (currently 14.0)Plex was averaging 14.2 (now 10.9) + Cotchery at 11.2 (now 10.8) --> for a 25.4 pt per game for Lynch. Plex & Cotchery are my WR1 & WR2. I just could not pull the trigger. too expensive in a 3 player keeper league. I already had Gore & S Jax.The O-Line in Buff is playing above their expectations. I think MNF will be interesting for Dallas. Their Def will have too much on their hands unless Romo & TO can connect early and make it a shoot-out! Lynch is a talented RB. Clearly worth a top spot in Dynasty or Keeper. In Redraft, I like him as a mid/late 1st round pick. Trent Edwards need to return to form if they want to make a good post-season run.
NeverEnough
Footballguy
I'm thinking about trying to get him for MJD again w/LJ coming back.
The Jacket
Footballguy
Missed this. Please do. Love to see why.
cubbie5150
Footballguy
Marshawn has not been running downhill lately; too much dancing around at the LOS. Sure, the O-line hasn't been great, actually, it has been pretty poor, but Lynch has not done much to help. I am starting him this week vs Clev, and will be putting Hightower back on the bench, but if Lynch doesn't get it done for me this week, he'll be riding the pine during my stretch run & playoffs, barring injury to others. Such a disappointment...
simey
Footballguy
His turnovers aren't helping the offense stay on the field much.
AnonymousBob
Footballguy
I've considered trading Turner/Breaston for Lynch/Boldin but with my weak rb's I just can't bring myself to do that. The Bills homers seem to have it correct - the offensive line looks horrid.
Mr. Mojo
Footballguy
I couldn't disagree more.
AnonymousBob
Footballguy
Lynch 3.8 ypcJackson 4.0 ypc
Dragon1952
Footballguy
Lynch has some great match-ups coming up. I just offered Warner/McGahee for him....2 players I will never use from here on out. I mean, if his remaining schedule doesn't make you just drool.
vs Cleveland
@ KC
vs San Francisco
vs Miami - Week 14
@ NYJ - Week 15
@ Denver - Week 16
It would be worth the trade for just the Week 16 match-up.
vs Cleveland
@ KC
vs San Francisco
vs Miami - Week 14
@ NYJ - Week 15
@ Denver - Week 16
It would be worth the trade for just the Week 16 match-up.
offdee
Footballguy
Are you two really trying to back up your arguments by comparing ypc #'s that differ by .2 and .1 yards? Really?
AnonymousBob
Footballguy
I'm not arguing which is better. I was simply pointing out it's not as crazy as one might think to say Jackson is better than Lynch. The ypc reflects it's not a crazy statement.
