Michael Turner (1 Viewer)

[Maurile Tremblay]

Also, regarding the broken tackles, to what extent does/did Turner play against backups or in the 4th quarter when the defense is tired?

He averaged more yards per carry in the first halves of games over his career than in the second halves (like 6.1 vs 5.9).He was also the starter (going against fresh, albeit vanilla, defenses) in the 2005 and 2006 preseasons, when he averaged 8.9 ypc and 6.6 ypc, respectively.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

Looking at the poll results, just wondering, why do so many people have Green Bay getting him at a higher percentage than Buffalo? There are more Buffalo SD connections, and GB has publicly said there is no interest.

I think many of those votes came yesterday, before today's news by Cook that the Packers aren't interested.I also voted for the Pack, but if I could vote again, I'd certainly vote differently (either Buff or Tenn)

Kevin Acee wrote on Saturday that the Pack hadn't shown interest in Turner.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

The stat was % of broken tackles per carry, i would be more optomistic about Turner if it were % of broken tackles after contact.

I have no idea what you mean. All broken tackles occur after contact.

I wonder what % of tackles Mike Alstott or any other fullback break per carry, what ever it is, i bet it is more than most of the best RB's.

And if you magically decreased Alstott's ability to break tackles, he would be worse, not better. If you magically increased his ability to break tackles, he would be better.Being able to break tackles is just one aspect of being a good runner -- but it is unquestionably positive, not negative.

 

[zamboni]

Looking at the poll results, just wondering, why do so many people have Green Bay getting him at a higher percentage than Buffalo? There are more Buffalo SD connections, and GB has publicly said there is no interest.

I think many of those votes came yesterday, before today's news by Cook that the Packers aren't interested.I also voted for the Pack, but if I could vote again, I'd certainly vote differently (either Buff or Tenn)

Kevin Acee wrote on Saturday that the Pack hadn't shown interest in Turner.

True, but I chalked that up to beat writer speculation and not much of substance.

 

[JohnnyU]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

 

[JohnnyU]

Hypothetically speaking, if i were to come to you for Turner right now(which i am sure you own) what would it take from me to get him?

In a PPR league I would take the 1.02 pick, but I would not take the 1.03 pick. IMO Turner >= Lynch, but < Calvin Johnson in a PPR league. Turner > Calvin Johnson in a non-ppr league. Not everyone thinks the way I do, so I guess what someone would have to pay for Turner varies.

Exactly my point, you are pretty much paying top 15 RB price for Turner right now. JohnnyU stated that people should be getting Turner now while his value is down. I am just wondering how much higher can it get?

As soon as he's not with the Chargers will reveal how much higher it can get.

How much higher than 15 can he go!?!?!?!

First of all, I didn't say his value is top 15 RB right now, I only mentioned his value with regards to the 1.02 and 1.03 rookie picks (Lynch isn't top 15 RB). Having said that, in the end his value will not be top 15, it will be top 10.

 

[Dope]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

 

[JohnnyU]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

 

[Dope]

Hypothetically speaking, if i were to come to you for Turner right now(which i am sure you own) what would it take from me to get him?

In a PPR league I would take the 1.02 pick, but I would not take the 1.03 pick. IMO Turner >= Lynch, but < Calvin Johnson in a PPR league. Turner > Calvin Johnson in a non-ppr league. Not everyone thinks the way I do, so I guess what someone would have to pay for Turner varies.

Exactly my point, you are pretty much paying top 15 RB price for Turner right now. JohnnyU stated that people should be getting Turner now while his value is down. I am just wondering how much higher can it get?

As soon as he's not with the Chargers will reveal how much higher it can get.

How much higher than 15 can he go!?!?!?!

First of all, I didn't say his value is top 15 RB right now, I only mentioned his value with regards to the 1.02 and 1.03 rookie picks (Lynch isn't top 15 RB). Having said that, in the end his value will not be top 15, it will be top 10.

I agree. Other than the 1.01 rookie pick, I can't think of too many players I'd trade one for one with Turner right now.

 

[Dope]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

 

[mozzy84]

Hypothetically speaking, if i were to come to you for Turner right now(which i am sure you own) what would it take from me to get him?

In a PPR league I would take the 1.02 pick, but I would not take the 1.03 pick. IMO Turner >= Lynch, but < Calvin Johnson in a PPR league. Turner > Calvin Johnson in a non-ppr league. Not everyone thinks the way I do, so I guess what someone would have to pay for Turner varies.

Exactly my point, you are pretty much paying top 15 RB price for Turner right now. JohnnyU stated that people should be getting Turner now while his value is down. I am just wondering how much higher can it get?

As soon as he's not with the Chargers will reveal how much higher it can get.

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

I don't think alot of owners who have been sitting on this guy for well over a year or even two are going to let him go any cheaper after his first couple games, even if they are really bad. You would be better off going for him as we speak imo...

 

[JohnnyU]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

In one league I picked him off the WW early last year. In another I traded Reggie Bush, Chad Johnson, and Billy Volek for LT2, Turner, and Chad Jackson. In the other one I can't find what I gave for him, it couldn't have been much. I guess I only traded for Turner in 2 leagues.

 

[LBH]

where does he go in a dynasty draft while hes still SD property is a better question

 

[djb916420]

where does he go in a dynasty draft while hes still SD property is a better question

Earlier this month in a startup dynasty I took him at 4.10 (46 overall)

 

[LBH]

where does he go in a dynasty draft while hes still SD property is a better question

Earlier this month in a startup dynasty I took him at 4.10 (46 overall)

I know heill go earlier than that in a 14 team dynasty start up im in on thursday. I think he goes at the end of the 3rd at the latest

 

[Buckna]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

In one league I picked him off the WW early last year. In another I traded Reggie Bush, Chad Johnson, and Billy Volek for LT2, Turner, and Chad Jackson. In the other one I can't find what I gave for him, it couldn't have been much. I guess I only traded for Turner in 2 leagues.

Queue standard "can I play in your league" response. There is no way Turner should have been on anyone's waiver wire this time last year. I took him in a bunch of initial dynasty drafts 2 years ago because of people (probably MT and/or Bloom) pimping him on these boards.

 

[JohnnyU]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

In one league I picked him off the WW early last year. In another I traded Reggie Bush, Chad Johnson, and Billy Volek for LT2, Turner, and Chad Jackson. In the other one I can't find what I gave for him, it couldn't have been much. I guess I only traded for Turner in 2 leagues.

Queue standard "can I play in your league" response. There is no way Turner should have been on anyone's waiver wire this time last year. I took him in a bunch of initial dynasty drafts 2 years ago because of people (probably MT and/or Bloom) pimping him on these boards.

Correction, that was a WW pickup early 2005, not 2006.

Correction again, I didn't pickup Turner off the WW, I traded for him in that league as well. Fri Feb 4 7:56:49 a.m. ET 2005

RAIDERS gave up Dunn, Warrick ATL RB;Turner, Michael SDC RB

Sunday Warriors gave up Rhodes, Dominic IND RB;Ward, Hines PIT WR; Year 2005 Round 3 Draft Pick from Sunday Warriors

 

[D.O.M.]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. :( (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

In one league I picked him off the WW early last year. In another I traded Reggie Bush, Chad Johnson, and Billy Volek for LT2, Turner, and Chad Jackson. In the other one I can't find what I gave for him, it couldn't have been much. I guess I only traded for Turner in 2 leagues.

Queue standard "can I play in your league" response. There is no way Turner should have been on anyone's waiver wire this time last year. I took him in a bunch of initial dynasty drafts 2 years ago because of people (probably MT and/or Bloom) pimping him on these boards.

I picked up Turner last August in our Dynasty "rookie" draft. (first 2 rounds rookies only; next 3 rounds rookies and FA)

 

[JohnnyU]

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

In general I agree with you, but not in Turner's case. His value hasn't reached it's peak IMO, even though it's still high. I'd much rather go after someone like Turner and pay more than get someone like Lamont Jordan cheap. What do you really have in the end with Jordan? Sometiimes you have to roll the dice on players and I think Turner is that type of player. Like I said, his value, although high, hasn't peaked.

The "shark" move though was to get Turner LAST season. (from the LT owner for Deion Branch)

Which I did in 3 leagues, but I did trade him in another

Curios as to what you gave up to get him in those leagues and what you took back in return.

In one league I picked him off the WW early last year. In another I traded Reggie Bush, Chad Johnson, and Billy Volek for LT2, Turner, and Chad Jackson. In the other one I can't find what I gave for him, it couldn't have been much. I guess I only traded for Turner in 2 leagues.

Queue standard "can I play in your league" response. There is no way Turner should have been on anyone's waiver wire this time last year. I took him in a bunch of initial dynasty drafts 2 years ago because of people (probably MT and/or Bloom) pimping him on these boards.

I picked up Turner last August in our Dynasty "rookie" draft. (first 2 rounds rookies only; next 3 rounds rookies and FA)

That means he was on your WW since you had to take him in one of rds 3, 4, or 5. hmmm.

 

[cscmtp]

I took Turner with the 8.8 pick in a 12 team new dynasty league that started last year. At the time, several people made comments about how I reached big time for him there. I'm betting this year, even if he's in SD, he goes no later than the 4th round if not sooner. I just wish he'd hurry up and get dealt!

 

[kevinray]

Hypothetically speaking, if i were to come to you for Turner right now(which i am sure you own) what would it take from me to get him?

In a PPR league I would take the 1.02 pick, but I would not take the 1.03 pick. IMO Turner >= Lynch, but < Calvin Johnson in a PPR league. Turner > Calvin Johnson in a non-ppr league. Not everyone thinks the way I do, so I guess what someone would have to pay for Turner varies.

Exactly my point, you are pretty much paying top 15 RB price for Turner right now. JohnnyU stated that people should be getting Turner now while his value is down. I am just wondering how much higher can it get?

As soon as he's not with the Chargers will reveal how much higher it can get.

The idea is that chaseing down the Turner owner to pay top 15 rb price can't be considered a shark move. At best is value is what it should be but its not a time to buy on Turner. After his first couple games of not lighting the league on fire... then you buy.

I don't think alot of owners who have been sitting on this guy for well over a year or even two are going to let him go any cheaper after his first couple games, even if they are really bad. You would be better off going for him as we speak imo...

A lot of owners have been sitting on him now for years and I just don't see them letting him walk cheap now that he’s on the cusp of becoming a starter. I think his perceived value is at its highest right now, and most owners are expecting the best. While the trade might not be easy I think you could get him for less early in the season when he doesn't completely light the league on fire. If he does then you’re in a Maroney last year situation where his almost untradeable but I'd rather take that risk than pry him away from anyone now. The time for buy low is long gone.

 

[Demons]

I picked him up off waivers in both of my leagues last year, after waiting for the owners to drop him for the latest flavor of the week (if I had made a trade offer, I would never have gotten him).

I traded him in a ten team league this week for Kevin Jones, Vick and the 17 and 18 draft picks this year. QB's are a little cheap in this league, but Vick is enough of an upgrade that I decided I needed to do the deal.

 

[JohnnyU]

The time for buy low is long gone.

Buying low, you might be right, but there could still be one more chance to get him if he has to sit behind LT2 one more year. Not cheap, but cheaper than what it will be if / when he's traded.

 

[kevinray]

The time for buy low is long gone.

Buying low, you might be right, but there could still be one more chance to get him if he has to sit behind LT2 one more year. Not cheap, but cheaper than what it will be if / when he's traded.

Now on that sir we are in full agreement.

 

[fruity pebbles]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed

The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers.

By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

 

[Fodasme69]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

 

[Yitbos69]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

 

[pgreenfan]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

 

[Demons]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

 

[Yitbos69]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

I agree but it would be far better than him backing up LT. I don't think he will have a problem beating out White for the starting gig.If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

 

[uwgb96]

If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

Which means they really are.

 

[broncofan13000]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

I agree but it would be far better than him backing up LT. I don't think he will have a problem beating out White for the starting gig.If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

If Turner went to the Titans, what can we expect for stats? I would think his td's would take a hit as Vince, and possibly Lendale will take away a few of the rushing td's.

 

[Burning Sensation]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

 

[Garts]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

I agree but it would be far better than him backing up LT. I don't think he will have a problem beating out White for the starting gig.If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

If Turner went to the Titans, what can we expect for stats? I would think his td's would take a hit as Vince, and possibly Lendale will take away a few of the rushing td's.

Well, Travis Henry played pretty well last year in TENN and Turner may be more talented then Henry...

 

[fruity pebbles]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

I agree but it would be far better than him backing up LT. I don't think he will have a problem beating out White for the starting gig.If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

If Turner went to the Titans, what can we expect for stats? I would think his td's would take a hit as Vince, and possibly Lendale will take away a few of the rushing td's.

Well, Travis Henry played pretty well last year in TENN and Turner may be more talented then Henry...

That's what I was thinking. Henry had 1200 yards and 7 TDs in 14 games.

 

[yellowdog]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed

The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers.

By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

Confirmed by A.J. here.

 

[kevinray]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

I have a dynasty draft coming up and really would love to know the probability if all of this negotiations is going to lead to a deal or if this is just talk.

Is there anyone that thinks he will stay in SD another year of is he as good as gone???

 

[Davej626]

I have a dynasty draft coming up and really would love to know the probability if all of this negotiations is going to lead to a deal or if this is just talk. Is there anyone that thinks he will stay in SD another year of is he as good as gone???

If he is doing the FA Show-me-the-Money Tour, then chances are he is gone. Its just a matter of where.

 

[zamboni]

I have a dynasty draft coming up and really would love to know the probability if all of this negotiations is going to lead to a deal or if this is just talk. Is there anyone that thinks he will stay in SD another year of is he as good as gone???

If he is doing the FA Show-me-the-Money Tour, then chances are he is gone. Its just a matter of where.

With him visiting Buffalo today (as reported), we may have a better idea of his situation by this time tomorrow.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Titans open talks with Turner; Dillon visit delayed The Tennessee Titans have entered preliminary negotiations with restricted free agent running back Michael Turner and have discussed compensation with the San Diego Chargers. By Terry McCormick, tmccormick@nashvillecitypaper.com

I would love to be more excited about Turner to the Titans. I just don't love the match from a fantasy perspective.

I agree but it would be far better than him backing up LT. I don't think he will have a problem beating out White for the starting gig.If I had my choice I would love to see him in GB. But they say the are not interested.

If Turner went to the Titans, what can we expect for stats? I would think his td's would take a hit as Vince, and possibly Lendale will take away a few of the rushing td's.

Well, Travis Henry played pretty well last year in TENN and Turner may be more talented then Henry...

That's what I was thinking. Henry had 1200 yards and 7 TDs in 14 games.

If he gets the slice of the pie that Henry got, Turner could go for 1600/10. Really. I can recall at least a few runs last year when Henry broke through the second level and was alone in the open field before he was run down from behind. Those become long TD when its Turner carrying the ball.

 

[Mr. Peterson]

I have a dynasty draft coming up and really would love to know the probability if all of this negotiations is going to lead to a deal or if this is just talk. Is there anyone that thinks he will stay in SD another year of is he as good as gone???

You always wanna get value with your picks but it's also about taking chances in the guys you believe in. If you don't take a chance on Turner then someone else will before you. A couple years back I took Henry in the 8th round of a dynasty draft and just sat on him. I liked what I saw in Buffalo and believed he could do it again somewhere. Last year and this year the wait payed off. So if you believe in his talents take a chance on him. If it's not this year then it will be next year. That's one of the good things about a dynasty league. Talent always finds a way to shines through.

 

[Burning Sensation]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

No i dont, unless he goes to Indy or Denver, or the Chargers trade Tomlinson and he starts there.

 

[kevinray]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

No i dont, unless he goes to Indy or Denver, or the Chargers trade Tomlinson and he starts there.

Alright where do you place him. You compared him talent wise to Jordan and said you liked him, where would you put Jordan if he was an a team that could block.Edit to say: Jordan was the number 8 running back 2 years ago.

 

[Burning Sensation]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

No i dont, unless he goes to Indy or Denver, or the Chargers trade Tomlinson and he starts there.

Alright where do you place him. You compared him talent wise to Jordan and said you liked him, where would you put Jordan if he was an a team that could block.Edit to say: Jordan was the number 8 running back 2 years ago.

First of all, i said i thought Jordan was a decent RB, not that i "liked" him. Comparing Turner to Jordan mostly came from the similar situation both were in. Both of them were picked later in the NFL draft, both were backups to elite backs and looked good in limited duty, and most importantly both were insanely overhyped on this board before going to a new team.Turner is definately a fast back with breakaway speed, who runs hard and can break a tackle, but that is pretty much all i have seen out of him. I think he lacks the vision, elusiveness, and pass catching abilty of an elite back. Much like Jordan, alot of his success will depend on the team he goes to.

 

[Bob Magaw]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

"the burner" is fast... in his bio was this..."lettered in track, winning county and sectional titles in 100 meters as senior…captured sectional 100-meter title as junior." he was a chicago prep...

i forget who his trainer was for combine, but they said turner was the most explosive athlete they had ever worked with...

 

[Garts]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

No i dont, unless he goes to Indy or Denver, or the Chargers trade Tomlinson and he starts there.

Alright where do you place him. You compared him talent wise to Jordan and said you liked him, where would you put Jordan if he was an a team that could block.Edit to say: Jordan was the number 8 running back 2 years ago.

First of all, i said i thought Jordan was a decent RB, not that i "liked" him. Comparing Turner to Jordan mostly came from the similar situation both were in. Both of them were picked later in the NFL draft, both were backups to elite backs and looked good in limited duty, and most importantly both were insanely overhyped on this board before going to a new team.Turner is definately a fast back with breakaway speed, who runs hard and can break a tackle, but that is pretty much all i have seen out of him. I think he lacks the vision, elusiveness, and pass catching abilty of an elite back. Much like Jordan, alot of his success will depend on the team he goes to.

Turner has incredible balance in the hole as well, he's tough to knock off his feet.

 

[Maurile Tremblay]

Rotoworld) Restricted free agent Michael Turner will visit Buffalo on Wednesday.

Impact: Buffalo would seem an even better fit for Turner than the Titans, who already have a back with similar skills in LenDale White. If the Bills get Turner under contract, they could use their first-round pick on a defender.

Thats hilarious, will one of you Turner owners tell this guy that "the Burner" is going to break every rushing record on his way to the HOF!?!?!?!?

I'm not sure where that guy pulled that comparison. Lendale's speed verses Turners isn't even close. Maybe the guy was just thinking about the ability to run people over, but Turner as about 3 more gears then White. Everyone originally thought of him as a speed guy, hence the nickname Burner, who was kind of over rated just because he pulled of huge runs against NE. I guess now that people are also comparing him to power backs could be considered a good thing. Still an awful comparison by Rotoworld.Also the hall of fame things getting old. You pretty much agree with everyone about the top 15 rating, so the debates feeling a little forced.

No i dont, unless he goes to Indy or Denver, or the Chargers trade Tomlinson and he starts there.

Alright where do you place him. You compared him talent wise to Jordan and said you liked him, where would you put Jordan if he was an a team that could block.Edit to say: Jordan was the number 8 running back 2 years ago.

First of all, i said i thought Jordan was a decent RB, not that i "liked" him. Comparing Turner to Jordan mostly came from the similar situation both were in. Both of them were picked later in the NFL draft, both were backups to elite backs and looked good in limited duty, and most importantly both were insanely overhyped on this board before going to a new team.Turner is definately a fast back with breakaway speed, who runs hard and can break a tackle, but that is pretty much all i have seen out of him. I think he lacks the vision, elusiveness, and pass catching abilty of an elite back. Much like Jordan, alot of his success will depend on the team he goes to.

Turner has incredible balance in the hole as well, he's tough to knock off his feet.

I also think he has extremely good run vision, so I disagree with Burning Sensation there.I agree with Burning Sensation, however, that Turner is not particularly elusive, and that his pass-catching ability is, at best, unproven. (He wasn't used as a pass-receiver much in games, so my evaluation of him as a pass-receiver comes mostly from watching him in practice. He is stiff in his patterns, and doesn't look natural catching the ball unless he can set his feet and face the QB. I do not consider him a real pass receiver who can run a corner or seam route -- he is really just an outlet receiver.)

Turner is more of a straight line guy than a shake-n-bake guy, but that's what you'd expect from a guy with his size and power.