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RB Devonta Freeman, BAL (1 Viewer)

One of the most underrated players out there.

Look at the schedule this year!  Wow - could at least flip him after the first 6-8 games if you don't believe.

I think his talent is pretty good.  The combination of good vision and agility and quickness make him in the top 7 or 8 backs in the league.

 
Positives! 6 Yards a Carry

Negatives... Outtouched by Coleman.

TV Crew showed him limping around on the sideline on the last drive where they were trying to come back, but my volume was off, so couldn’t hear what they said.

 
VikingFrog said:
Positives! 6 Yards a Carry

Negatives... Outtouched by Coleman.

TV Crew showed him limping around on the sideline on the last drive where they were trying to come back, but my volume was off, so couldn’t hear what they said.
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Think it was a knee and said Questionable to return which didn’t happen 

 
I think his right knee got hyperextended a bit on one of those early goal line carries, specifically the one he tried to bounce outside. 

 
Nice use of your 8 million dollar back Sarkisian. 6 damn carries, aaannnddd.....his back up gets more touches. How long are they going to let this clown have a job.

 
Andy Dufresne said:
Pretty clear that he is completely out of his league as an NFL Coordinator.
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Didn't exactly cover himself in glory when he took the OC reins after Bama dismissed Kiffin 

 
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I expected this type of performance in this game; road, elite defense, Thursday night, opener, etc. Obviously not encouraging results. I own both backs and I'll repeat what I said last season; with Sark, my only shot at rb1 numbers is if one of them goes to IR. Just barely enough rb volume to support one, forget about two backs. 

 
Steel Curtainrod said:
I expected this type of performance in this game; road, elite defense, Thursday night, opener, etc. Obviously not encouraging results. I own both backs and I'll repeat what I said last season; with Sark, my only shot at rb1 numbers is if one of them goes to IR. Just barely enough rb volume to support one, forget about two backs. 
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same. I was hoping he would get a TD but I knew it was a long shot there too.  I really wanted to bench him but I couldn't, the high draft pick made me start him.

 
mozzy84 said:
same. I was hoping he would get a TD but I knew it was a long shot there too.  I really wanted to bench him but I couldn't, the high draft pick made me start him.
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With Bell on the shelf, I would have had to sit Freeman for Lewis, so I took the plunge with you. I hate owning freeman/coleman but can't seem to trade them. Good luck

 
My view as a Falcon fan:  I simply don't think Sark knows how to use both backs.  One of the best plays of the night was the screen to Coleman.  Why, because it took advantage of an aggressive rush.  How that wasn't a bigger part of the game plan, I don't know.

 
VikingFrog said:
Any news on Freeman’s knee?
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He's fine

Devonta Freeman - RB - Falcons

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports Devonta Freeman (knee) is "fine."

Freeman came out of Thursday's game with a right knee injury, though Rapoport is hearing it's not serious. He'll have nine days to heal up before next week's home opener against the Panthers.

Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter

 
Devonta Freeman (knee) sitting out Wednesday

Devonta Freeman (knee) is not practicing Wednesday.

Coach Dan Quinn said Freeman took a shot late in the Week 1 loss to the Eagles last Thursday night and is "sore." It sounds like everything is fine structurally for Freeman, but he's obviously now a question mark for Sunday against the Panthers. Tevin Coleman averaged 19.5 touches in two games Freeman missed last season and would immediately be an upside RB2 if Freeman sits.

Source: Vaughn McClure on Twitter

Sep 12 - 12:29 PM

 
Devonta Freeman (knee) out again Thursday

Devonta Freeman (knee) did not practice Thursday.

It is the second missed session in a row after he sat out Wednesday. Coach Dan Quinn said the team will have a better idea of Freeman's availability on Friday, but right now it looks like there is a real chance Tevin Coleman gets the start against the Panthers. Coleman averaged 19.5 carries in two games without Freeman last season.

Source: Kelsey Conway on Twitter

Sep 13 - 12:40 PM

 
He needs to at least get a limited practice in Friday. Don't think this is a situation where he does light work Saturday and gets a normal workload Sunday. 

 
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution's D. Orlando Ledbetter reports Devonta Freeman (knee) is not expected to play Week 2 against the Panthers.

Ledbetter expects rookie Ito Smith to be Tevin Coleman's backup. Freeman hasn't practiced at all this week after injuring his knee in last Thursday night's opener against Philly. It's not believed to be serious, but it's obviously enough to potentially cost him games. Coleman will be an upside RB2 play.
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What I said yesterday. He doesn't get a limited in today at least, he's out.

EDIT (One hour later): He's out.

Devonta Freeman (knee) is out for Week 2 against the Panthers.

As expected. Tevin Coleman will start with rookie Ito Smith backing him up. Coleman has played in three games without Freeman since 2015 (when the Falcons drafted him) and averaged 19-83.3-1 and 15.1 fantasy points in those outings. Typically a boom/bust player on limited touches, Coleman now headlines the week as a top-shelf RB2 across all formats.
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Head coach Dan Quinn said there is nothing structurally wrong with Freeman's knee and hopes it is not a long-term injury.
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Nothing to see here folks, but 10 days off between games and he's not even close to practicing.  I'm sure it's nothing.

 
Devonta Freeman - RB -  Falcons

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports Devonta Freeman (knee) is expected to miss 2-3 weeks.

Freeman was ruled out for Sunday, but he's going to miss at least another week. The silver lining is Freeman only has a contusion and isn't dealing with structural damage. Tevin Coleman will start until Freeman returns, with Ito Smith playing a short-yardage role. Freeman has knee issues dating back to last year, so this has potential to be a lingering concern.

Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter 

Sep 15 - 7:05 PM
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He may play the Ito Smith role this week.  That said, Coleman hasn't been anything special.  If they feel good about his health, they may just throw him back in the fire and say carry us home.

 
It depends if Freeman comes out hot or not. I fully expect him to start, and unless he looks awful, see 10+ carries. I see 15-20 touches if he's effective. Coleman has done nothing to suggest he won't instantly slot back in behind Freeman, if Freeman is healthy.

I think they've really missed Freeman's tackle breaking ability in short yardage most of all. His return is probably bad news for Matt Ryan owners, but good for the Falcons. I'd guess 80 yards and a 50-50 shot of a TD against the Steelers.

 
Devonta Freeman - RB -  Falcons

ESPN's Josina Anderson reports Devonta Freeman (knee) will be part of a three-back committee this week.

The Falcons are going to ease Freeman in after sitting the last three games. He's expected to split carries with Tevin Coleman, with Ito Smith also remaining involved. Freeman has a favorable matchup against the Steelers, but his workload is a concern. He's a risky RB2 in his first game back.

Oct 7 - 10:53 AM
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Steel Curtainrod said:
I expected this type of performance in this game; road, elite defense, Thursday night, opener, etc. Obviously not encouraging results. I own both backs and I'll repeat what I said last season; with Sark, my only shot at rb1 numbers is if one of them goes to IR. Just barely enough rb volume to support one, forget about two backs. 
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Sadly, this was before Ito made his presence felt. This has definitely turned to worst case scenario; three headed rbbc where no looks exceptional doing anything specific so even if you nail the gamescript you still don't know what to do. 

 
Steel Curtainrod said:
Sadly, this was before Ito made his presence felt. This has definitely turned to worst case scenario; three headed rbbc where no looks exceptional doing anything specific so even if you nail the gamescript you still don't know what to do. 
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Its not really a 3-headed RBBC. Smith only saw the field after Freeman came out in the 4th quarter. 

 
The Frankman said:
Same thing like last month. Freeman doesn't get a limited in today, he's out. 
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Even if he does play, is it worth it?  I grabbed him in the 3rd rnd hoping he'd bounce back, and yet he's only disappointed me.  I can't even find someone to take him in a trade.  First the knee and now the "bone contusion".  Add in the fact that Coleman and Ito and in the mix, I think it's time to cut bait on this one.

 
With the 4th pick, I left my draft with DJ (1), Freeman (3), Collins (4), Barber (9), Conner (14), and Clement (15).  I was patting myself on the back.  Now I am kicking myself in the a$$.  I am lucky to be 2-3 so far, thanks to Conner.

 
Devonta Freeman (foot) remained sidelined on Thursday.

ESPN's Dan Graziano has reported Freeman's injury is not a "long-term" issue, but he is very much looking doubtful for Week 6. The Falcons would immediately return to their 70-30 Tevin Coleman/Ito Smith committee if Freeman sits for a mouthwatering matchup with the Bucs.
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These injuries he's picking up are nuts. What voodoo priestess did he piss off?

 
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Devonta Freeman (foot) is out for Week 6 against the Buccaneers.

Freeman and DT Grady Jarrett (ankle) were both ruled out, likely putting the Falcons' O in another fortuitous game script in which they'll have to outscore the Bucs in order to win. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Freeman is also dealing with a groin injury to go along with his ailing foot. Tevin Coleman will start and handle a majority of early-down work with fourth-round rookie Ito Smith soaking up snaps and red zone usage behind him. Consider Coleman a confident RB2 in this matchup.
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Might need to "sell low" on Freeman now. Can't justify a roster spot for a guy that sits more than he plays.

I'd take .75 on the dollar for him right now.

Doubt the James White owner would trade straight up for him but that's a deal I'd consider.

 
Bossman said:
Might need to "sell low" on Freeman now. Can't justify a roster spot for a guy that sits more than he plays.

I'd take .75 on the dollar for him right now.

Doubt the James White owner would trade straight up for him but that's a deal I'd consider.
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Sometimes it's selling high to get rid of someone while you can. 

I did several yahoo public leagues for fun--Have him in a huge number of those.  Sent out fliers to just about every team in the league at the start of the week.  Got Julio Jones in 1 league.  Shocked!

 
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jm192 said:
Sometimes it's selling high to get rid of someone while you can. 

I did several yahoo public leagues for fun--Have him in a huge number of those.  Sent out fliers to just about every team in the league at the start of the week.  Got Julio Jones in 1 league.  Shocked!
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JJ's been having an off year himself. Without looking, I believe he's been on the decline with lack of TD's last year and less this year.

... but at least he's on the field. Freemen is useless on the bench and a risk to start when he can't shake the Q designation.

 
Devonta Freeman - RB -  Falcons

The Falcons expect Devonta Freeman (foot) to remain sidelined for Week 7.

The quick rule out suggests Freeman is not close to returning. It's officially a lost season for the 26-year-old back, who just signed a lucrative extension in August 2017. Tevin Coleman has been ineffective in Freeman's absence, but his workload keeps him in the RB2 mix. Perhaps Ito Smith will see more Week 7 run, though he also struggled against the Bucs.

Source: Kelsey Conway on Twitter 

Oct 15 - 3:26 PM
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Uh, Freeman is going to be tough to move. This is truly running back starvation at this point, though I stay away from Freeman and would rather go with Coleman, despite Roto's always-trenchant analysis.  Smith just went like 13 for 30 the other day. 

Coleman needs to stay healthy for Atlanta to have any shot at success.  

 
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