M Lynch... major Fantasy BUST (1 Viewer)

[KellysHeroes]

Marshawn Lynch-RB- Bills Aug. 17 - 10:13 pm et

Marshawn Lynch gained only 16 yards on five carries in the Bills' 13-10 loss to the Falcons in Friday night's exhibition game.

Projected third-string back Dwayne Wright ran for 13 yards on three carries. Backup Anthony Thomas had a two-yard carry and one catch for five yards.

Marshawn Lynch-RB- Bills Aug. 24 - 10:06 pm et

Marshawn Lynch rushed for only nine yards on nine carries as the Bills fell to the Titans in Friday's exhibition game. He caught a three-yard pass.

Lynch had no room to run as the Titans overpowered Buffalo’s rebuilt and pricy line. Five of his rushes went for no gain or negative yardage. We wouldn't read too much into Lynch's low yards-per-carry in the preseason, however. Joseph Addai had similar struggles at this time last season and offensive coordinator Steve Fairchild should right the ship.

Marshawn Lynch-RB- Bills Aug. 30 - 9:58 pm et

Marshawn Lynch gained just nine yards on six carries in the Bills' exhibition season finale Thursday night. He added a 14-yard catch.

Third-stringer Dwayne Wright (12-51) was the big producer. Lynch finished the preseason with under three yards-per-carry, but remains the going-away favorite for touches in Buffalo's backfield. He'll improve when the Bills start to throw downfield to Lee Evans and keep defenses on their heels.

Don't know about him Talent wise... and I know that O-Line in Buff is awful... but this guy is going to be a Major Fantasy BUST this yr.

 

[semaj33]

yeah his preseason has looked pretty bleak...but last time I checked it still only counted during the regular season...

~stay tuned....

 

[Frank Black]

So many here said the same about Addai this time last year. Bottom line is that you don't know until the season goes along.

 

[TwinTurbo]

In before the "next J.J. Arrington" post.

Or maybe it's the terrible Buffalo O-line. And maybe McGahee really will be good in Baltimore this year. Who knows. I am avoiding Lynch though. I like Peterson better and think he's actually in a better situation even with Chester in the mix.

 

[EBF]

Doubt it.

He's not going to average 2.0 YPC during the regular season. And he's not being taken nearly high enough to be considered a bust.

If anything, he's a value pick right now.

 

[Keith Lewis]

In before the "next J.J. Arrington" post. Or maybe it's the terrible Buffalo O-line. And maybe McGahee really will be good in Baltimore this year. Who knows. I am avoiding Lynch though. I like Peterson better and think he's actually in a better situation even with Chester in the mix.

Buffalos O-line is GARBAGE. I've watched every Bills game over the past 2 years, utter GARBAGE.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

how is a 4th round pick a fantasy bust?

have you checked out Cedric Benson's stats for the preseason?

 

[hellz_fireflies]

Bet KellysHeroes drafted him in the 2nd round...

 

[Ilov80s]

how is a 4th round pick a fantasy bust?

have you checked out Cedric Benson's stats for the preseason?

I assume most people would have pretty high expectations for their 4th round pick. Thats no throwaway.

 

[EBF]

He's going to get 250-300 carries IMO. It will be very hard for him not to outproduce his ADP.

 

[hellz_fireflies]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

He's going to get 250-300 carries IMO. It will be very hard for him not to outproduce his ADP.

I don't think he'll get that much. Probably closer to 225 carries and 40 to 50 receptions.Bills offensive line has been awful in the preseason but they'll get better and he'll find room to run behind Peters and Dockery.

 

[hellz_fireflies]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

He left here with his tail between his legs.

 

[OldMilwaukee]

Don't know about him Talent wise... and I know that O-Line in Buff is awful... but this guy is going to be a Major Fantasy BUST this yr.

Ancient History...or are you unaware of the off season moves by Buffalo?

Buffalos O-line is GARBAGE. I've watched every Bills game over the past 2 years, utter GARBAGE.

dittoFortunately...for the guys that play in leagues against you ....you have no idea what Buffalo has done this season to address that weakness.

If your argument was that the Bills might have to pass more than run, then I might concur.

But the O-line argument is

 

[Block]

Kyle Boller. Aaron Rodgers. JJ Arrington. Marshawn Lynch.

 

[hellz_fireflies]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

He left here with his tail between his legs.

Just realize that Alpha31 league is a $200 entry fee

 

[RBM]

Give the ball to the A-TRAIN!!

 

[hotdogcollars]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

He left here with his tail between his legs.

Just realize that Alpha31 league is a $200 entry fee

how in d he77 did you find out that he was even in that league?

 

[falconeyed]

I'm drafting 1.03 in my dynasty draft on Saturday and I'm dreading the possibility of having to draft Lynch. Dreading it.

 

[hellz_fireflies]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

He left here with his tail between his legs.

Just realize that Alpha31 league is a $200 entry fee

how in d he77 did you find out that he was even in that league?

Any league using MFL is searchable! Plus I'm in that league...

 

[hellz_fireflies]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

He left here with his tail between his legs.

Just realize that Alpha31 league is a $200 entry fee

how in d he77 did you find out that he was even in that league?

Any league using MFL is searchable! Plus I'm in that league...

Hotdogcollars..never seen that name to much on here...why did you ask this (how I know)? Notice your about a month before kellysheroes joined..related????

 

[Bears_Man2]

I'm drafting 1.03 in my dynasty draft on Saturday and I'm dreading the possibility of having to draft Lynch. Dreading it.

Was in a similar situation 3-4 months ago. Lucked out because I wanted no part of Lynch. Got lucky and someone gave me Travis Henry for him. (dynasty league.....and I'd still take Henry).

 

[Brutis]

how is a 4th round pick a fantasy bust?have you checked out Cedric Benson's stats for the preseason?

Lynch is a mid to late 2nd in dynasty, you draft him that early you arent playing to win now.

 

[bb7278]

DOOOOOOOOOM! DOOOOOOM!!!





All this BS about Buffalo's O-line being awful is last year's news, it should be much improved this year with Dockery and other signings. You guys really need to simmer until after week 1 when the bullets are flying for real, go outside and get some air or something!

 

[KellysHeroes]

KellysHeros..this is your topic correct and M.Lynch is a bust..why did you draft him then in ALPHA 31 in Phenoms leagues at 4.08????

Thats Not me... I don't play in Phenoms... send him an email... I bet its not kellysheroes01@yahoo.com.. my user name is becoming popular.Anyway; NO, I don't own Lynch, or Peterson, or CJ2 in any league... the highest rookie I ever drafted was Maroney in a 6th round and that was to cuff Dillion... In fact, I have to owned a Buf RB in a major FF league ever.

Don't know about him Talent wise... and I know that O-Line in Buff is awful... but this guy is going to be a Major Fantasy BUST this yr.

Ancient History...or are you unaware of the off season moves by Buffalo?

Buffalos O-line is GARBAGE. I've watched every Bills game over the past 2 years, utter GARBAGE.

dittoFortunately...for the guys that play in leagues against you ....you have no idea what Buffalo has done this season to address that weakness.

If your argument was that the Bills might have to pass more than run, then I might concur.

But the O-line argument is

TIME OUT.. I do now that they attempt to beef up the line during this off-season.... but where are the results bud.

 

[Traders2001]

how is a 4th round pick a fantasy bust?have you checked out Cedric Benson's stats for the preseason?

Yeah Benson will also be a bust but that everyone knew when he was drafted except the Bears organizartion.

 

[BroadwayG]

Welcome to the club.

 

[CowboyFan]

Don't know about him Talent wise... and I know that O-Line in Buff is awful... but this guy is going to be a Major Fantasy BUST this yr.

Ancient History...or are you unaware of the off season moves by Buffalo?

Buffalos O-line is GARBAGE. I've watched every Bills game over the past 2 years, utter GARBAGE.

dittoFortunately...for the guys that play in leagues against you ....you have no idea what Buffalo has done this season to address that weakness.

If your argument was that the Bills might have to pass more than run, then I might concur.

But the O-line argument is

Exactly how is the argument BS???Another way to look at it is Buffalo has had major O-line issues, and scrambled in the offseason to shore it up, but so far has not shown improvement. New o-linemen take time to gel, but there is no guarantee they will improve. If your a Bills fan or Lynch owner, you would be a fool to not be worried at this point.

 

[Norseman]

Don't tell Peter King that. He drafted him in the first round of a draft. MOCK

Round 1 (8 overall)

Marshawn Lynch, RB

Bills coordinator Steve Fairchild, a Mike Martz guy, sees Marshall Faulk in Lynch.

Round 2 (17)

Adrian Peterson, RB

As you can see, I'm not afraid of drafting rookie running backs.

Round 3 (32)

Jon Kitna, QB

This is what I project for him in 2007: 4,467 yards, 25 touchdowns -- and 18 picks.

Round 4 (41)

Lee Evans, WR

Someday he'll have a 95-catch season with his good pal, quarterback J.P. Losman.

Round 5 (56)

Tatum Bell, RB

I'll be surprised if he doesn't gain 1,400 yards and score eight TDs in Detroit.

Round 6 (65)

Jason Witten, TE

The best thing that ever happened to him: Jason Garrett's becoming a coach.

Round 7 (80)

Deion Branch, WR

Seattle got fleeced in the trade, but I still think he'll catch 65 balls this year.

Round 8 (89)

Jerricho Cotchery, WR

He became Chad Pennington's target of choice as 2006 wore on.

Round 9 (104)

Jaguars D

The best defense no one pays attention to. Ever hear of Bobby McCray?

Round 10 (113)

Nate Kaeding, K

The Chargers will be a top-three scoring team, and he'll succeed on 80% of his FG tries.

Round 11 (128)

Chad Pennington, QB

Healthy, he'll throw for 3,000 and be a nice backup if Kitna blows up.

Round 12 (137)

Anthony Gonzalez, WR

Peyton's slot receiver always, always sees four or five chances a game.

Round 13 (152)

DeDe Dorsey, RB

The Colts' Joseph Addai insurance. And the team really likes him.

Round 14 (161)

D.J. Hackett, WR

Late in 2006, Hasselbeck looked to him more than any other Seattle wideout.

Round 15 (176)

Sammy Morris, RB

See DeDe Dorsey two rounds ago. Insert "Pats' Laurence Maroney insurance."

Round 16 (185)

Ted Ginn Jr., WR

Poor man's Devin Hester, but with better receiving skills. Could score 10 TDs.

 

[tdoublebb]

BUST

 

[Tom Baker]

Kyle Boller. Aaron Rodgers. JJ Arrington. Marshawn Lynch.

Yeah. Just like Penn State. D.J. Dozier. Blair Thomas. Ki-Jana Carter. Curtis Enis. Larry Johnson.Oops . . .

 

[thehornet]

Doubt it. He's not going to average 2.0 YPC during the regular season. And he's not being taken nearly high enough to be considered a bust. If anything, he's a value pick right now.

rookie rb in a committee situation on a team with a terrible Oline going in the 4th round of drafts. if that isnt overvalued, then i do not know what is.

 

[thehornet]

He's going to get 250-300 carries IMO. It will be very hard for him not to outproduce his ADP.

I don't think he'll get that much. Probably closer to 225 carries and 40 to 50 receptions.Bills offensive line has been awful in the preseason but they'll get better and he'll find room to run behind Peters and Dockery.

can he hold up?

 

[EBF]

Doubt it. He's not going to average 2.0 YPC during the regular season. And he's not being taken nearly high enough to be considered a bust. If anything, he's a value pick right now.

rookie rb in a committee situation on a team with a terrible Oline going in the 4th round of drafts. if that isnt overvalued, then i do not know what is.

1. I don't see much evidence for a committee situation. Lynch has been the clear starter and #1 back during the preseason. Based on what we know about Anthony Thomas, there's little reason to view him as a threat. He hasn't had over 500 rushing yards in five years and is nothing more than a journeyman backup.2. The situation isn't much worse than it was in 2005 and 2006, when Willis McGahee finished as a top 15-25 RB in a wide variety of formats. Yes, the defense is worse, but the offense figures to be decent. They have a decent QB, an above average WR1, a solid WR2, and a promising WR3. They'll move the ball and score some points. Any RB who gets 15-20 touches every week is going to be useful. I really don't think Lynch as a RB2 or 4th round pick is going to sink a lot of teams. People are drastically overreacting based on a handful of preseason carries. He's a solid player. He should have a decent year.

 

[drdgreenlove]

I wish Peter King was in my league

And Lynch will get 200 carries for 450 yards.. write it down.

Don't tell Peter King that. He drafted him in the first round of a draft. MOCK

Round 1 (8 overall)

Marshawn Lynch, RB

Bills coordinator Steve Fairchild, a Mike Martz guy, sees Marshall Faulk in Lynch.

Round 2 (17)

Adrian Peterson, RB

As you can see, I'm not afraid of drafting rookie running backs.

Round 3 (32)

Jon Kitna, QB

This is what I project for him in 2007: 4,467 yards, 25 touchdowns -- and 18 picks.

Round 4 (41)

Lee Evans, WR

Someday he'll have a 95-catch season with his good pal, quarterback J.P. Losman.

Round 5 (56)

Tatum Bell, RB

I'll be surprised if he doesn't gain 1,400 yards and score eight TDs in Detroit.

Round 6 (65)

Jason Witten, TE

The best thing that ever happened to him: Jason Garrett's becoming a coach.

Round 7 (80)

Deion Branch, WR

Seattle got fleeced in the trade, but I still think he'll catch 65 balls this year.

Round 8 (89)

Jerricho Cotchery, WR

He became Chad Pennington's target of choice as 2006 wore on.

Round 9 (104)

Jaguars D

The best defense no one pays attention to. Ever hear of Bobby McCray?

Round 10 (113)

Nate Kaeding, K

The Chargers will be a top-three scoring team, and he'll succeed on 80% of his FG tries.

Round 11 (128)

Chad Pennington, QB

Healthy, he'll throw for 3,000 and be a nice backup if Kitna blows up.

Round 12 (137)

Anthony Gonzalez, WR

Peyton's slot receiver always, always sees four or five chances a game.

Round 13 (152)

DeDe Dorsey, RB

The Colts' Joseph Addai insurance. And the team really likes him.

Round 14 (161)

D.J. Hackett, WR

Late in 2006, Hasselbeck looked to him more than any other Seattle wideout.

Round 15 (176)

Sammy Morris, RB

See DeDe Dorsey two rounds ago. Insert "Pats' Laurence Maroney insurance."

Round 16 (185)

Ted Ginn Jr., WR

Poor man's Devin Hester, but with better receiving skills. Could score 10 TDs.

 

[faulkfan]

I wish Peter King was in my league

And Lynch will get 200 carries for 450 yards.. write it down.

Don't tell Peter King that. He drafted him in the first round of a draft. MOCK

Round 1 (8 overall)

Marshawn Lynch, RB

Bills coordinator Steve Fairchild, a Mike Martz guy, sees Marshall Faulk in Lynch.

Round 2 (17)

Adrian Peterson, RB

As you can see, I'm not afraid of drafting rookie running backs.

Round 3 (32)

Jon Kitna, QB

This is what I project for him in 2007: 4,467 yards, 25 touchdowns -- and 18 picks.

Round 4 (41)

Lee Evans, WR

Someday he'll have a 95-catch season with his good pal, quarterback J.P. Losman.

Round 5 (56)

Tatum Bell, RB

I'll be surprised if he doesn't gain 1,400 yards and score eight TDs in Detroit.

Round 6 (65)

Jason Witten, TE

The best thing that ever happened to him: Jason Garrett's becoming a coach.

Round 7 (80)

Deion Branch, WR

Seattle got fleeced in the trade, but I still think he'll catch 65 balls this year.

Round 8 (89)

Jerricho Cotchery, WR

He became Chad Pennington's target of choice as 2006 wore on.

Round 9 (104)

Jaguars D

The best defense no one pays attention to. Ever hear of Bobby McCray?

Round 10 (113)

Nate Kaeding, K

The Chargers will be a top-three scoring team, and he'll succeed on 80% of his FG tries.

Round 11 (128)

Chad Pennington, QB

Healthy, he'll throw for 3,000 and be a nice backup if Kitna blows up.

Round 12 (137)

Anthony Gonzalez, WR

Peyton's slot receiver always, always sees four or five chances a game.

Round 13 (152)

DeDe Dorsey, RB

The Colts' Joseph Addai insurance. And the team really likes him.

Round 14 (161)

D.J. Hackett, WR

Late in 2006, Hasselbeck looked to him more than any other Seattle wideout.

Round 15 (176)

Sammy Morris, RB

See DeDe Dorsey two rounds ago. Insert "Pats' Laurence Maroney insurance."

Round 16 (185)

Ted Ginn Jr., WR

Poor man's Devin Hester, but with better receiving skills. Could score 10 TDs.

I agree. He has the coin to buy into a high dollar league and drafts like he's only been watching foosball for a month. I love fellow owners like that.

 

[Micon]

Aug. 10th, 2006

Joseph Addai carries the ball 3 times for 3 yards.

Aug 20th, 2006

Joseph Addai carries the ball 9 times for 17 yards.

Aug 26th 2006

Joseph Addai carries the ball 9 times for 12 yards.

I remember at this time last year a lot of people were labeling Addai a bust after his poor preseason. Lynch should be a fine RB2/3 this year and most likely improve and get more work at the year progresses. The Bills didnt draft him 12th overall to ride the pine.

 

[Banger]

Aug. 10th, 2006Joseph Addai carries the ball 3 times for 3 yards.Aug 20th, 2006Joseph Addai carries the ball 9 times for 17 yards.Aug 26th 2006Joseph Addai carries the ball 9 times for 12 yards.I remember at this time last year a lot of people were labeling Addai a bust after his poor preseason. Lynch should be a fine RB2/3 this year and most likely improve and get more work at the year progresses. The Bills didnt draft him 12th overall to ride the pine.

It's not the talent that I'd be worried about just the very tough schedule and bad team/line. Long term he'll probably fine, this year not so much.

 

[azgroover]

Kyle Boller. Aaron Rodgers. JJ Arrington. Marshawn Lynch.

Tony Gonzalez, yada yada yada

 

[BroadwayG]

The Bills didnt draft him 12th overall to ride the pine.

I don't think anyone's saying he's going to ride pine. We're saying his stats are going to stink this year.

 

[Club Leftwich]

When did Derrick Dockery and Langston Walker become above-average linemen?

 

[bez18]

Buffalo has a tough schedule vs teams who do well vs the Rush

 

[Sleeper 43]

I own him in zero leagues and I'll be the 1st to say, its not his fault. The ONLY adjustments I think he could make is to lower his pad level a little. But this guy in the pre-season action I've seen has some heart and power. Hes not giving clean shots and he keeps his legs moving VERY well. Good hands too. Based off how there Oline has looked, I think they might have more success with a north/south bruiser type like Wright in there. And thats not a knock on Lynch. In a offense that could give Lynch even a small hole to work with, his production would be far superior than what Wright could do.

 

[bluesclues]

I think people fail to recognize that **** Jauron is an absolutely horrible coach.

His Bears teams had horrible offense's and this Buffalo team is no different.

It is not the O line, but the style of blocking they achieve.

This team needs a coach overhaul, and it start with Marv Levy and Jauron.

 

[Biabreakable]

Based off how there Oline has looked, I think they might have more success with a north/south bruiser type like Wright in there.

Or Anthony Thomas?Also agree Jauron is a craptacular coach when it comes to the offensive side of the ball.

 

[The Duff Man]

I believe it was Josh Reed who said earlier in camp that Peters (LT) was the laziest person he knew. That being said, he is turning out to be a great LT, he is a converted TE, I think this is only his second full year at the position (someone correct me if I am wrong).

Combine a guy who doesn't give it his all in a PRESEASON game, with a new guard on the team beside him, then run most of your plays to their side, and let's see how well you do

I don't think we have seen yet what the Bills are going to be capable of this year.

 

[The Duff Man]

Losman was also quoted as saying Peters didn't fully block a guy he had pancaked, and that the guy then got up and obstructed the throw.

I am not saying it is good practice not to try hard in preseason...I am just saying I don't think Peters does. That is on the coaching....but it still doesn't show what they can do if they do try.

 

[vichawkfan]

Bills have a brutal schedule....he's going to be tar.

 

[mdog1967]

He's going to get 250-300 carries IMO. It will be very hard for him not to outproduce his ADP.

I think we should let the season play out before we stick him in the fantasy grave. There have been few RB's impressing this preseason. Chatman, Sproles and Jordon,........I have this feeling that Lynch will do just fine.

 

[mdog1967]

BUST

Wow your posts have been...... so informative