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RB Jeff Wilson, MIA (1 Viewer)
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eagles 123
Footballguy
About that time of year where Jeff Wilson Jr takes over the backfield after capitalizing on well timed injuries. Pick him up before next game.
He worth picking up and dropping players like Keaton Mitchell/Ty Chandler/Michael Wilson?
Would think he gets opportunities today with Achane out, Mostert coming off some high usage, and facing a NYJs run D that is not so good/a run funnel.
eagles 123
Footballguy
If you need RB help now he definitely is. Can plug in today and has a good chance and matchup next week (WAS) if one of Achane and Mostert are out due to injury.
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
I didn't see a JWJ thread when looking at the index thread + searching so forgive me if there is one.
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
With Mostert and Achane both questionable I figured Jeff Wilson was almost a must add this week (Especially if you are an Owner of one of those two like I am).
I have a feeling both suit up but JWJ did get some action last week and looked pretty solid. He could have a pretty big role if one or both of the big dogs are down. He also seemingly has the inside track on Wright.
I have a feeling both suit up but JWJ did get some action last week and looked pretty solid. He could have a pretty big role if one or both of the big dogs are down. He also seemingly has the inside track on Wright.
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
How did you find this thread!? Lol. I posted this in one I just made:
No Mostert is huge.
No Mostert is huge.
stillfeelme
Footballguy
Wilson is a sneaky add if you have roster space, plus the fact that they play Thursday you could probably move on right before the game and add someone else you wanted.
I'd think Wilson slides right into the Mostert role while Achane remains Achane (assuming he plays) and if Achane doesn't, Wright slides into the Achane role.
Now the question is, is Wilson worth starting against the BUF run D?
Will be interesting to see if Wright is active as well. May be a bit of a cluster if all three are active.
Now the question is, is Wilson worth starting against the BUF run D?
Will be interesting to see if Wright is active as well. May be a bit of a cluster if all three are active.
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
I'm of the mindset you never sit Achane unless he is ruled out before the game. I own Achane so I won't be starting Wilson but if Achane is ruled out, I am most definitely starting Wilson. I wouldn't expect a huge Mason like performance but he would get an big workload.
ahartig
Footballguy
Connor ran all over the Buf D last week, I would think so.
eagles 123
Footballguy
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Wildcat
Footballguy
RB Jeff Wilson, MIA
Really liked this guys film from college. His measurables didn’t really stack up to his tape but now he had some good production yesterday. Obviously a Shanahan offense is always a hot bed for RB’s.
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Scooby1974
Footballguy
With Mostert out, I've read that Wright is more the replacement for him. Time will tell, but they do seem to be very high on that 4.3 speed out of the backfield.
jm192
Footballguy
I think Wright is more of a long term answer, and Jeff Wilson is the "win a game tomorrow night" answer.
I think McDaniel has a TON of trust in Wilson and Mostert. He brought them both over from SF.
I think in a huge division game against Buffalo, that trust and reliability matters. They have their explosive element witih Achane.
I think McDaniel has a TON of trust in Wilson and Mostert. He brought them both over from SF.
I think in a huge division game against Buffalo, that trust and reliability matters. They have their explosive element witih Achane.
Wilson hasn't done anything in a couple years of consequence. He is a JAG. I don't see him doing anything of consequence for you and at most I would be hoping for a TD. If you are desperate at RB sure....but as just a pickup......I don't see any real reason to do so. I just don't see upside there.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I think you're underselling Wilson a little bit, especially short term. I think he has a big game or two in him. I prefer Wright, but he's not the guy short term if Mostert and Achane are out. If Achane plays, obviously that could make Wilson TD dependent.
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
Wilson looked pretty decent all things considered too last week. He's not a total bum.
Not saying a bum. Just saying is a JAG. Nothing special. If he gets the volume in that offense he will be serviceable. Last year with Miami he was 41 carries for 188 yds and 14 catches for 85 yds. JAG-ish. I don't see that changing.
Wigglytuff's Gruff
Footballguy
Yeah, brave man starting this guy expecting anything more than what he did last week in my eyes.
jm192
Footballguy
I don't mean to get into a JAG or not JAG debate.
What you posted comes out to 4.6 ypc. If he's getting volume, he's going to succeed. Maybe IRL, he's a JAG. But for fantasy, I don't think it matters if he's able to be that effective.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I don't do rankings, never have, but I would look to add Wilson for short term use if he's on the waiver wire. I wouldn't go hog wild in wavier bucks for either Wilson or Moss.
I agree that if he gets volume he will be serviceable in that offense. However, I also believe that if he gets significant volume his efficiency goes down significantly and it won't match that YPC. Either way, if he is getting the touches in that offense he is flex worthy....I don't think he is worth more than that.
cheese
Footballguy
For me, I would only move Wilson above normal starting RBs if Achane also misses. If Achane starts, I still won’t be surprised if Wilson is a good play, but it’s not safe. If Achane and Mostert ever miss the same game though, Wilson has got to be in your lineup.
Alex P Keaton
Footballguy
He had 1045 yds and 6 TDs in 2022. That’s barely one season ago. He can run, catch, block, and he knows the system.
IdiotSavant
Footballguy
With McCaffrey a long shot to play, I'm rolling with Wilson. Achane tweaked his ankle. Doubt they give him an increased workload. I also have Wright. But he didn't even suit up last week. Think Wilson will have the grinder role.
It's either him or Gus Edwards for me. Think Wilson has much more upside this week.
It's either him or Gus Edwards for me. Think Wilson has much more upside this week.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
I claimed him prior to game 1 in my 16 team IDP. Seemed like as good a lottery ticket as any, and I had a roster spot.
Might pay off early!
Might pay off early!
Big Nate
Footballguy
I picked up Wilson in 2 leagues as I think he's the guy that fills in for Mostert tomorrow night. Achane is also banged up. Long term Wilson isn't the answer but I do think he is for tomorrow. I also picked him up so another manager can't and use him against me since he could get 15+ touches tomorrow and even more if Achane misses time.
He may be a JAG but he's a JAG that could get 15 touches in a good offense. I'd rather not have my opponents be able to use him. Now this is very league dependent but I see a path to a fair number of touches for Wilson. He did have a 5.2ypc with limited touches last game. He runs the offense well and as a MIA fan I'm glad they have him. Coaches like him.
Casting Couch
Footballguy
This. I really like Jeffery Wilson as a sneaky add at a cheap price.
Big Nate
Footballguy
Take the information as it comes. Why do people write-off things as "it will happen" or this will be 100% true? We know Mostert is out. We know Achane is banged up but he looked good today supposedly.
What if tomorrow Achane reaggrivates his injury or it flares up and he's out. Is there a path for Wilson to be a lead back in a good offense? Yes. You may not like it but the path is there. Why not take what is given and just say for one game Wilson could be the lead back getting 15-18 carries?
He's the vet the coaches like. This has nothing to do with Wright or Wright's ability. If Achane is out I also expect Wright to play and probably get some burn. But Wilson is first up unless we hear otherwise.
gruecd
Footballguy
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I would rather have Watson
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
Wilson averaged 5+ per carry. He’s a talented RB when healthy.
If you have him, and he gets the start, start him.
My best advice.
If you have him, and he gets the start, start him.
My best advice.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
I would absolutely rather have Watson as well.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Yes
zoonation
Footballguy
Achane is a game time decision and Mostert is out. In a huge division game I just don’t see them having the rook out there much. I also don’t see Achane getting 15 touches and, let’s face it, he could pull a Tee Higgins on us.
All of that is to say I think Wilson gets a bunch of work and as an Achane owner I am rostering him going forward and starting him with reasonable confidence in my one of my flex spots this week.
