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You threw in a reception in there.. Did you fail to see Anderson's 2.8 YPC the last 3 weeks?? I think if you dig a little bit you'll see WHY the change.. Bell probably won't phase Anderson out but I guess they want to see if Bell can do it.. Both could have value this week..
That YPC can be scewed considering that Anderson got some carries in short yardage and at the goaline. Those 1 yard TD runs and on 3rd and very short can bring that YPC avg down.
The problem is in the last two games, MA is not really being given the opportunity to have success early. In the last few games, starting with the dallas game, MA is being pulled after only a few carries in the first series. In the dallas game, MA had the 66yd td reception for a td the first play denver ran, they get the ball back and he gets 2 draw carries for short gains before he's pulled, then they start rotating. This last game vs Bal, once again he had two carries for draws then he's pulled, and they start the rotation. I don't know how a guy can establish a rhythm running the ball when there's this constant rotation of the backs... I asked shannon sharpe about this on his radio show on sirius, and he said he didn't have a clue as to why shanny was doing this, and said MA should be the guy....
Everything I have read the last few days has referred to the same thing....1. The running game is struggling.
Let's keep this thread going since I bet a heck of a lot of us have to decide on Anderson. I also have Foster who I have not used all year. He really doesn't engender trust in me especially now that he has a dinged shoulder. I know he will start but will one good hit knock him out? Anderson seems to follow up a poor game with a good one every time this year. I have to choose between him, Foster and Holt who is getting killed with Fitzpatrick. My gut says MA bounces back...at least today.
But back then, Bell was outscoring Anderson by doing more with the same amount of carries. Last week was the first time Bell was given a substantial proportion of the carries. In other words, if you look at touches instead of fantasy points, the situation isn't so similar. We're in uncharted territory here.Not that the charts would help us anyway...
I think that anyone who thinks they can predict anything regarding the Denver RB's is kidding themselves and a one game trend is not any kind of basis for me to rely on. I have been following this situation extremely closely all season and I have yet to determine any rhyme or reason to the rotation and have long given up on predictions. I think it's solely based on who Shanny thinks is running the best on that particular day. Unfortunately that doesn't help me since I have to put in my lineup prior to gametime.....
I think he's basing his decision more on the defensive personel that they're facing for that particular week. There's no way he can get a feel who's running better for the day when in the first series of the game, the starter gets 2 carries and is pulled so they can start rotating all three backs..
Huh?Why would Shanahan care?
Even Skeletor likes to see his players achieve Milestones. It's possible.Huh?Why would Shanahan care?
I imagine the locals won't know much, as it probably won't be determined until the game is played. I could be way off, but something tells me Anderson will see an expanded role given how the offense has struggled of late.
Huh?Why would Shanahan care?
Could be... but does he maybe save Bell this week against a crappy Def. on the road and possibly in the snow and use Anderson as a hammer? This drivin' me nuts. Foster or Anderson, Anderson or Foster.Here's a thought...
ANY chance Shannahan purposely rode Anderson early this year, in order to keep Bell fresh for the playoffs? His getting more looks now is for getting ready for alot of postseason work....
Thoughts?
No, I think Bell gets most of the carries from here on out...and Mike as a goaline/1-3 yard guy.Could be... but does he maybe save Bell this week against a crappy Def. on the road and possibly in the snow and use Anderson as a hammer? This drivin' me nuts. Foster or Anderson, Anderson or Foster.Here's a thought...
ANY chance Shannahan purposely rode Anderson early this year, in order to keep Bell fresh for the playoffs? His getting more looks now is for getting ready for alot of postseason work....
Thoughts?
Quite honestly, I own both also....however I feel they are both starts. Whats tipping my choice is you KNOW Bells gonna get his chances, while Anderson will either be hit or miss. Bell will still get his steady 10-15 looks. Anderson can be anywhere from 8-20.
How do you KNOW Bell will get a steady 10-15 looks (he had < 10 vs. KC)? Bell isn't a pound it up the gut type of back. I still think Shanahan goes with the guy who got him where he's at. DEN has home field to protect as long as possible in the playoffs. This isn't a time to change it up- OAK in week 16 is a grudge match where both teams show up to play regardless of record. Week 17 will depend on whether SD is still trying for a wildcard spot or not.
Shanny stated last week he wants to get Bell "more involved" in the game. He did last week, and I havent seen anything to suggust otherwise. They are both good starts this week...It comes down to risk vs reward. MA is more steady 7-10 point guy...while Bell is either a 4pointer or 24 pointer.
Ditto; I'm making the exact same choice this week. There is no way I'm going to roll the dice on Anderson and/or Shanny the Rat.
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You are in the exact same boat as me. I'm playing Galloway and Anderson over Foster. I also have Plummer and Gonzo. Could be a happy day or a loooong nightNE weather calls for sunny, mid 30's and lite winds around 11. Galloway grew up in Ohio and can play in the cold. He should be fine.
As for Anderson, I think considering the following I would feel comfortable starting him:
1. The match up is as good as it gets.
2. Denver fighting for playoff bye.
3. Denver is used to playing in wintery conditions.
4. They are a finesse blocking team, not power blocking so they should be fine. They have quick & nimble lineman who have good footwork. They'll be fine.
5. Anderson's the main RB and he'll get his carries.
6. His running style will not be hampered by the weather.
I am starting both of these guys with confidence.
NE weather calls for sunny, mid 30's and lite winds around 11. Galloway grew up in Ohio and can play in the cold. He should be fine.
As for Anderson, I think considering the following I would feel comfortable starting him:
1. The match up is as good as it gets.
2. Denver fighting for playoff bye.
3. Denver is used to playing in wintery conditions.
4. They are a finesse blocking team, not power blocking so they should be fine. They have quick & nimble lineman who have good footwork. They'll be fine.
5. Anderson's the main RB and he'll get his carries.
6. His running style will not be hampered by the weather.
I am starting both of these guys with confidence.
