Hello DD, I know it's only week 3, but I remember a thread last week in which (though not in great detail) the owners of Bulger was concerned. It seems that most are sitting at 0-2 because of his lack luster performance, Mark has hurt more than helped even though it's been only 2 weeks.With this being said going 0-3 because of Mark at the helm could be devistating to a team. So, waiting til week 6 or 7 is an impossibility.It's week 3! I don't think it's a make or break week. Maybe week 6 or 7, but not week 3. Rams are still adjusting to a new offense and mindset.
I cut him for Favre. I may try to pick him up again next week, I may not. He hasn't been impressive this season and I need to win NOW.
WHAT is it that you or other owners of Bulger are looking for this year?If it is the old Mike Martz offense with Bulger throwing all the time - welcome to 2006 - Martz is gone. The new HC Linehan is committed first to firmly establishing the run game - a big commitment to Steven Jackson (who has been over 100 yards each of the first two games and will have his third today against AZ).Given that everyone knew all this before the season I don't think anyone is losing games because Bulger is playing QB for Linehan's Rams unless they just assumed they would have his old stats.Hello DD, I know it's only week 3, but I remember a thread last week in which (though not in great detail) the owners of Bulger was concerned. It seems that most are sitting at 0-2 because of his lack luster performance, Mark has hurt more than helped even though it's been only 2 weeks.With this being said going 0-3 because of Mark at the helm could be devistating to a team. So, waiting til week 6 or 7 is an impossibility.It's week 3! I don't think it's a make or break week. Maybe week 6 or 7, but not week 3. Rams are still adjusting to a new offense and mindset.
What's up Capt,I don't think anyone actually thought he would put up the same numbers under a new offensive scheme. That's not the issue, Bulger has struggled to grasp the new scheme in which he admitted himself. Actually people are in fact losing because of Bulger's play, again there was a thread last week in which this came out which is why I'm asking the original question.WHAT is it that you or other owners of Bulger are looking for this year?If it is the old Mike Martz offense with Bulger throwing all the time - welcome to 2006 - Martz is gone. The new HC Linehan is committed first to firmly establishing the run game - a big commitment to Steven Jackson (who has been over 100 yards each of the first two games and will have his third today against AZ).Given that everyone knew all this before the season I don't think anyone is losing games because Bulger is playing QB for Linehan's Rams unless they just assumed they would have his old stats.Hello DD, I know it's only week 3, but I remember a thread last week in which (though not in great detail) the owners of Bulger was concerned. It seems that most are sitting at 0-2 because of his lack luster performance, Mark has hurt more than helped even though it's been only 2 weeks.With this being said going 0-3 because of Mark at the helm could be devistating to a team. So, waiting til week 6 or 7 is an impossibility.It's week 3! I don't think it's a make or break week. Maybe week 6 or 7, but not week 3. Rams are still adjusting to a new offense and mindset.
Hello CN, Thanks for the post. I wonder what is the record of those that have started Bulger the first two weeks. It seems that most are 0-2.On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
I hope you're right my friend, I hope your right. Don't think I'm giving up on Bulger at this point because I'm not, but there has to be some concerned about his play. I haven't been able to watch the games but nfl.com analysis seems to show him missing his WRs, but this could be for many different reasons.BTW Tex, fwiw I do have Bulger on one redraft team this year. The team is 1-1 and the loss had a lot of people to share the blame in Week 1 > Alexander and Evans were at least as responsible as Bulger.I just think it's too easy to blame it on a QB who will get better as the season goes on.
Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
Do you have Bulger?Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
I seem to remember Scott Lenihan running a pretty wide open offense in Minnesota not too long ago. He has the personnel to do it in St. Louis.WHAT is it that you or other owners of Bulger are looking for this year?If it is the old Mike Martz offense with Bulger throwing all the time - welcome to 2006 - Martz is gone. The new HC Linehan is committed first to firmly establishing the run game - a big commitment to Steven Jackson (who has been over 100 yards each of the first two games and will have his third today against AZ).Given that everyone knew all this before the season I don't think anyone is losing games because Bulger is playing QB for Linehan's Rams unless they just assumed they would have his old stats.Hello DD, I know it's only week 3, but I remember a thread last week in which (though not in great detail) the owners of Bulger was concerned. It seems that most are sitting at 0-2 because of his lack luster performance, Mark has hurt more than helped even though it's been only 2 weeks.With this being said going 0-3 because of Mark at the helm could be devistating to a team. So, waiting til week 6 or 7 is an impossibility.It's week 3! I don't think it's a make or break week. Maybe week 6 or 7, but not week 3. Rams are still adjusting to a new offense and mindset.
I have both.Do you have Bulger?Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).I love how when the season starts and the chips start to fall everyone changes their tune accordingly. Are there people out there that thought in the off/pre-season that Bulger's numbers would suffer with the new scheme, sure. Are they the majority? Absolutley not.
Please. We're talking about a team that has one of the most prolific receiving tandems in NFL history and capable WR's in the 3 and 4 spots in Curtis and Mcdonald. Anyone that predicted they would abandon the passing game like they have in the first two games is a genious. Perhaps, they should be writing prophetic books and not wasting their time in fantasy forums, IMHO
So you have Favre and Bulger, which have you played and what is your record?I have both.Do you have Bulger?Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
I have Bulger and a record of 2-0, only because of the Balt. defense. I drafted Bulger knowing his stats would drop from the Martz days, but it's been painful watching him adjust. I hope they get going and there's a nice balance going forward. If he can get 225-250 per week and 2td's then I'm happy. If I had to do again, I would have waited until after the 5th round to draft someone else. I picked up Kitna off the wire and will play him in certain matchups. Good luck to all Bulger owners it's going to get better.
Favre Week 1, Bulger Week 2. I'm 2-0.So you have Favre and Bulger, which have you played and what is your record?I have both.Do you have Bulger?Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
A shaky 1-1.I cut him for Favre. I may try to pick him up again next week, I may not. He hasn't been impressive this season and I need to win NOW.What's your record?
This was the first game I've seen. They seem to stall once they get in the red zone. Hopefully they'll get it together, looks like he's getting more comfortable though.Bulger rebounded nicely this week. With his next game home against Detriot, I could see a 300 yard performance again considering what Favre did to them this last week.
He scored only 10pts in week one but has slowly become better. Both his preseason ADP and Projections had him ranked #8, until this week his hasn't played to his ADP. No one said the "sky is falling" people are/was just concerned about his play. Is it a crime to be concerned about a player who has not performed up to his ADP or ranking? In particular when his nonperformance is the main reason for your lost. It's easy to critisize when you're 3-0, but if you were 0-2 like most, you'd probably have the same concerns.Wierd thread, IMO.I drafted Bulger in the 7th round, and had him ranked #7 in my preseason rankings. He currently sits at #19 in my league...only 15 points from #8...with 5 guys that were not drafted in a 3 QB league sitting in front of him.I expected a somewhat slow start considering the new offense. But I've started him 3 times and am 3-0.Not sure why the sky is falling for Bulger for some of you. He's only 2-3 good weeks away from the lower half of the top 10...who had him ranked higher than that anyway?
Didn't mean to rub you the wrong way, Tex. I understand the frustration of starting 0-2 or 0-3. I just look at the overall picture of a guy who's averaging 14.5 points/game...who I projected for 17.5 points/game. Is it really Bulger who is costing people games, or is something else...or a combo?He scored only 10pts in week one but has slowly become better. Both his preseason ADP and Projections had him ranked #8, until this week his hasn't played to his ADP. No one said the "sky is falling" people are/was just concerned about his play. Is it a crime to be concerned about a player who has not performed up to his ADP or ranking? In particular when his nonperformance is the main reason for your lost. It's easy to critisize when you're 3-0, but if you were 0-2 like most, you'd probably have the same concerns.Wierd thread, IMO.I drafted Bulger in the 7th round, and had him ranked #7 in my preseason rankings. He currently sits at #19 in my league...only 15 points from #8...with 5 guys that were not drafted in a 3 QB league sitting in front of him.I expected a somewhat slow start considering the new offense. But I've started him 3 times and am 3-0.Not sure why the sky is falling for Bulger for some of you. He's only 2-3 good weeks away from the lower half of the top 10...who had him ranked higher than that anyway?
No problem gump. With a victory I'm 1-2, Bulger played well. One could agrue it's a combo, for example.Week 1.Bulger only scored 10pts (which would be a disappointment for any starting QB), I lost by 8pts. Now there was still hope but L. Jordan let me down (enough said).Week2Bulger scored 15pts, I lost by 8pts, but T. Elderado O. was my late hope, he too let me down.Week3 Bulger scored 21pts, I won.All the blame is not on Bugler, but in both losses he's the common denominator.What do I suspect from a QB who's ADP, Ranking, and Projections have him #8? Somewhere around 20-25pts a game.Each week his number have gotten better maybe he'll reach his ADP or even outperform it. Going 0-2 or 0-3 in a very competitive league would be a great concern for anyone, in particular big money leagues.Here's for a greater playing days for BulgerDidn't mean to rub you the wrong way, Tex. I understand the frustration of starting 0-2 or 0-3. I just look at the overall picture of a guy who's averaging 14.5 points/game...who I projected for 17.5 points/game. Is it really Bulger who is costing people games, or is something else...or a combo?He scored only 10pts in week one but has slowly become better. Both his preseason ADP and Projections had him ranked #8, until this week his hasn't played to his ADP. No one said the "sky is falling" people are/was just concerned about his play. Is it a crime to be concerned about a player who has not performed up to his ADP or ranking? In particular when his nonperformance is the main reason for your lost. It's easy to critisize when you're 3-0, but if you were 0-2 like most, you'd probably have the same concerns.Wierd thread, IMO.I drafted Bulger in the 7th round, and had him ranked #7 in my preseason rankings. He currently sits at #19 in my league...only 15 points from #8...with 5 guys that were not drafted in a 3 QB league sitting in front of him.I expected a somewhat slow start considering the new offense. But I've started him 3 times and am 3-0.Not sure why the sky is falling for Bulger for some of you. He's only 2-3 good weeks away from the lower half of the top 10...who had him ranked higher than that anyway?
Hello gump, Bulger scored 34 pts for me and I'm currently up by 25pts. This is the type of play we're use to seeing from Bulger. I've never ask for Superman numbers but numbers that are worthy of his ADP and right now is exceeding that.Eventhough I'm up by 25 I'm still not out of the woods, but I'm very satisified with Bulger's play. The other owner played Mark Brunell who scored 33pts but 10 of those points came on that last play to Moss.Tex - Just wondering how it turned out for you this week.I'm spanking somebody on my way to 4-0 led by Bulger's 300+ and 2 TDs (as well as Holt's 100+ and 1 TD)...
Definitely a long season, but I'm pretty happy now with Bulger and Favre as my QB's. Bulger should be around #12 now.Do you think this week is a high point for Bulger? Or do you see this as him getting comfortable with the O?I'm hoping it's the later...Hello gump, Bulger scored 34 pts for me and I'm currently up by 25pts. This is the type of play we're use to seeing from Bulger. I've never ask for Superman numbers but numbers that are worthy of his ADP and right now is exceeding that.Eventhough I'm up by 25 I'm still not out of the woods, but I'm very satisified with Bulger's play. The other owner played Mark Brunell who scored 33pts but 10 of those points came on that last play to Moss.Tex - Just wondering how it turned out for you this week.I'm spanking somebody on my way to 4-0 led by Bulger's 300+ and 2 TDs (as well as Holt's 100+ and 1 TD)...Congrats on your 4-0 start, it's a long season but it looks like you're headed in the right direction.
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Every week Bulger has improved this could be a sign that he's getting more comfortable with the offensive scheme. One on drive they faultered at the goal line but I believe that'll get better as well. When Bulger is healthy he's easily a top 5 QB. Believe it or not I think this is a better system for Bulger, one thing no one has mentioned is the fact the he's yet to throw an int. Under the old system he would have surely thrown at least 4 by now.Definitely a long season, but I'm pretty happy now with Bulger and Favre as my QB's. Bulger should be around #12 now.Do you think this week is a high point for Bulger? Or do you see this as him getting comfortable with the O?Hello gump, Bulger scored 34 pts for me and I'm currently up by 25pts. This is the type of play we're use to seeing from Bulger. I've never ask for Superman numbers but numbers that are worthy of his ADP and right now is exceeding that.Eventhough I'm up by 25 I'm still not out of the woods, but I'm very satisified with Bulger's play. The other owner played Mark Brunell who scored 33pts but 10 of those points came on that last play to Moss.Tex -
Just wondering how it turned out for you this week.
I'm spanking somebody on my way to 4-0 led by Bulger's 300+ and 2 TDs (as well as Holt's 100+ and 1 TD)...![]()
Congrats on your 4-0 start, it's a long season but it looks like you're headed in the right direction.![]()
I'm hoping it's the later...
Believe it or not I think this is a better system for Bulger, one thing no one has mentioned is the fact the he's yet to throw an int. Under the old system he would have surely thrown at least 4 by now.
Nope, this was all done with Pace in street cloths. Hopefully we're seeing the evolution and adjustment to the Linehand O. I was really expecting continued good numbers overall for the Rams O. After seeing Linehan get some pretty impressive results (vs. good D's) at Miami, and his history in Minny. Bulger just looked flat out impressive today. There were maybe 4-5 passes that were the same thing we've seen the first 3 weeks, where the pass and route were clearly either mismatched or mis-timed. But when they were on, man was Bulger on. Throwing very quick released, tight, and perfect passes on at least a dozen occasions.I also hope that Linehan will realize that you don't ALWAYS have to run to setup the pass. Today after the 1st quarter it really looked like the light went on, and he realized that Holt, Bruce, Curtis can only be shut down by a very top tier set of DB's. In this case, you really just have to pass to setup the run.Here's to hoping they realize to do this vs. GB right off the batI almost benced him for Culpepper when I heard Pace was doubtful. Did Pace play?
Looks like he'll be passing K. Warner and possibly Chad placing him at #9.gump said:BigTex said:Believe it or not I think this is a better system for Bulger, one thing no one has mentioned is the fact the he's yet to throw an int. Under the old system he would have surely thrown at least 4 by now.![]()
Off to a 4-0 start now with these guys. Started Favre last week, Bulger this week. Both of these guys are still great fantasy QBs -- you just have to have the confidence to switch them up based on matchups week to week. How can you not like Bulger vs the Detroit defense?Favre Week 1, Bulger Week 2. I'm 2-0.So you have Favre and Bulger, which have you played and what is your record?I have both.Do you have Bulger?Funny thing that everyone was saying Favre was garbage two weeks ago. It's only Week 3 of the season, guys!On draft day, I was elated to pair up Holt and Bulger (in the 6th in a 14 team). Now, of course, I'm 0-2. This is the last time I'll start Bulger over Favre until he shows me something. It's easy (in hindsight) to say everybody knew Linehan would emphasize the run and kill Bulger's numbers, but he did have a history of coaching solid passing attacks (even with Frerotte!).
i'm playing the same juggling game with bulger and kitna...don't really care to make a decision every week but i'm 4-0 so can't complain. and yes, i picked bulger this weekOff to a 4-0 start now with these guys. Started Favre last week, Bulger this week. Both of these guys are still great fantasy QBs -- you just have to have the confidence to switch them up based on matchups week to week. How can you not like Bulger vs the Detroit defense?
Grossman has been riding the pine all season, the Bulger kool-aid is just too good!My only problem this weekend is I faced the LT owner and he has the Bears Def and I'm up by 16pts. I need the Cards to light them up tonight.Anyway, Bulger has gotten comfortable with the offensive scheme and his stats prove it. He finally threw an int yesterday but I like what I'm seeing.This guy has been rock solid for the past four weeks. I hate it when I have to make a decision between Bulger or Grossman. To bad they are both on bye this week!!! What to do now. Guess the Frye guy will have to do.
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