Are we really basing popularity based on an anecdotal attempt to join a new league? Let's review- he admitted that it wasn't very clear what format he was talking about, another poster mentioned grabbing Ballard at TE this year, and this thread is about his current shoulder injury. I think most would agree that this could possibly be a factor this season, but isn't likely to impact his career. I'm pretty certain that redraft leagues are more popular than dynasty, and non-ppr is more popular than ppr and still considered "standard" scoring. So, I think non-ppr redraft is the most likely frame of reference considering these things, but it really isn't important.
No one is saying that he isn't TE 3 for dynasty purposes- what I'm saying is that he can be TE 3 and not provide you a great advantage over the rest of the league. Just look at the numbers- he's averaged just under 52 ypg and .48 TDs pg in his career. If you want to take out his rookie season, it goes up to 58 ypg and .5 TDs pg. Not bad at all, but not what I'd consider a difference maker.
I own the guy, he's very talented and I hope that he does give owners a big advantage in the future. However, he simply hasn't to date. I don't see how that's controversial when you look at the numbers.
No one is saying that he isn't TE 3 for dynasty purposes- what I'm saying is that he can be TE 3 and not provide you a great advantage over the rest of the league. Just look at the numbers- he's averaged just under 52 ypg and .48 TDs pg in his career. If you want to take out his rookie season, it goes up to 58 ypg and .5 TDs pg. Not bad at all, but not what I'd consider a difference maker.
I own the guy, he's very talented and I hope that he does give owners a big advantage in the future. However, he simply hasn't to date. I don't see how that's controversial when you look at the numbers.
