Hartliner
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I would not drop Ford for Mitchell.
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RB Keaton Mitchell, BAL (1 Viewer)
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ZADO
Footballguy
Both are in a RB by committee situation, I think Keaton is way more explosive but will he get the volume that Ford gets ? Ford is the safer pick
JamboTaylor
Footballguy
I wouldn’t say he’s a definite sell but if somebody thinks he’s the next Ekeler etc then sell sell sell.
finfansteve
Footballguy
There has to be another drop candidate on your team to take the chance on mitchell
It’s coming:
Harbaugh on Keaton Mitchell’s limited snaps in 2nd half: “Looking back on it, would we have wanted them out there more? Yeah. And think that'll factor into this game plan. The way it got called, those plays weren't the ones that he was kind of scheduled for.”
Harbaugh on Keaton Mitchell’s limited snaps in 2nd half: “Looking back on it, would we have wanted them out there more? Yeah. And think that'll factor into this game plan. The way it got called, those plays weren't the ones that he was kind of scheduled for.”
ZADO
Footballguy
Mitchell should be in for a sizable workload on Thursday night, with the Ravens hosting the Bengals on a short week. Players with rested legs generally gobble up yards against defenses on three days rest.
Singletary got 150 yards rushing vs Cincy and Cincy will be without Hendrickson and Hubbard. Im starting Mitchell without question.
Unfortunately not, we have a cap of 4 RBs
WaltonGoggins
Footballguy
Beat me to it. Texans fan and either we caught bengals off guard with running it so much or Singletary is legit. Either way it’s going to be hard keeping him on bench over Warren and Hall.
fatness
Footballguy
If I'm not mistaken Harbaugh has said the same thing 2 weeks in a row about Mitchell.
I don't think that is the case.
ETA-you be the judge.
Oct 16-Harbs says he's sure that Monken will look for ways to get him involved in the running game. Then he had a setback with his hammy after just two snaps. Missed the next week.
Nov 6th: Harbs was asked about Mitchell's playing time and he said "I'm sure there will be a rotation". Went on to say something about hot hand and who is tired will determine it.
That last statement about a hot hand playing a part in determining it admittedly seems like we were led astray to some degree with his coachspeak but Baltimore did not hae a lot of plays last week and while the growth was small and touches similar it was actually a 6% increase in team snaps. Again minimal increase so I can see why someone not buying what he says this week but I don't recall him saying "more" playing time for Mitchell previously or anything like factoring playing him more being part of the game plan like he just said. Those things feel a little different to me.
I'm expecting a solid bump myself this week. Key in all of this is hoping Ravens move to a 2 man RBBC.
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fatness
Footballguy
Not the same words exactly, but has said generalities about Mitchell's use and the game plan 2 weeks in a row.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
debating him for the Flex this week
last 4 weeks:
last 4 weeks:
- Gibbs 28.23 | CHI
- Hall 14.93 | at BUF
RB1/RB2
- Mitchell 13.63 | v CIN
- Gibson 13.42 | v NYG
Flex - one of these two
- Warren 13.05| at CLE
- Pacheco 9.77 | v PHI
Bench
Kwai Chang Caine
Footballguy
Man this is tough. I really want to put him in my lineup and this week is must win for me or I’m likely done. Barkley, Brian Robinson and Pacheco are in his way...seems like I can justify using him over all of those guys except maybe Barkley but man the giants suck…
urbanhack
Fight The Power!
I had the 8th waiver pick this week. I was sure he wouldn't be there, but put it in any way. I guess nobody wanted him.
My opponent is severely limited this week with injuries and byes...so I'm feeling pretty good about putting my shiny new toy in at Flex this week.
My opponent is severely limited this week with injuries and byes...so I'm feeling pretty good about putting my shiny new toy in at Flex this week.
I just don't see how you can start him unless you are looking for ceiling as your only chance to win. Until he gets consistent touches it's hard to bank on a 40+ yard TD every week (although it does seem to keep happening every week).
I wish they weren't playing Thursday because I have Forman/Herbert as my competition for him and if I knew what was happening with that situation it may make the decision easier. I just don't know if i can pull the trigger at this point.
I wish they weren't playing Thursday because I have Forman/Herbert as my competition for him and if I knew what was happening with that situation it may make the decision easier. I just don't know if i can pull the trigger at this point.
WaltonGoggins
Footballguy
Another WDIS as RB2 PPR : Mitchell Warren Henderson Herbert
I've been lucky with Warren each week for the most part and so far have excluded Herbert from Week 11.
I've been lucky with Warren each week for the most part and so far have excluded Herbert from Week 11.
Biabreakable
Footballguy
It's not an easy decision. Foreman has been doing well and it's more touches, so seems more reliable.
Achane was putting up points on few touches also though. These guys just seem to have that ability.
I do think Harbaugh is a bit harder to predict. It's been many years now of somewhat sporadic RB use.
Good luck with whatever you decide.
I do see something special with Mitchell.
This is from quite a ways back, but I do recall coming across a study that showed these quick twitch athletes tend to hurt themselves more.
titusbramble
Footballguy
Just purchased in dynasty as someone out of contention to get rid of rapidly deteriorating asset, let's see what happens
Lansdowne
Footballguy
Fresh legs on a short week for the Ravens. I’m starting him with some confidence with Bijan on bye week. Also have Ford in flex and Chandler on bench. Chandler probably the safer play but I need to gain ground in total points against the other teams I’m jockeying for playoff position with and I need to hit some homeruns to make it happen.
Edit - I’m now starting Chandler over Ford at flex. Just afraid of what that Browns offense might look like with DTR (stacked boxes on defense). Plus the matchup for Chandler on Sunday night is too good to pass up, and Chandler has been on and off my dynasty team since last season and this is probably my only chance to start him. Wish me luck!
Edit - I’m now starting Chandler over Ford at flex. Just afraid of what that Browns offense might look like with DTR (stacked boxes on defense). Plus the matchup for Chandler on Sunday night is too good to pass up, and Chandler has been on and off my dynasty team since last season and this is probably my only chance to start him. Wish me luck!
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I may be starting him over Chandler too honestly as my RB2. But have Addison in as my flex.
ZADO
Footballguy
Keaton Mitchell
: Mitchell has been lightning in a bottle the last two weeks, turning his 14 touches into 200 total yards. Mitchell’s numbers have been ridiculous. Madden on easy mode type of numbers. With his 12 rushing attempts, he has 12 missed tackles forced and 12.0 yards after contact per attempt. The problem is he has played only 27 snaps across the last two games, but Baltimore can ignore this type of playmaking for only so long. If he gets a bump in playing time, he will destroy the Bengals this week. Since Week 5, they have allowed the 12th-highest rushing yards per game, the eighth-highest explosive run rate, and the fourth-highest missed tackles per attempt.
: Mitchell has been lightning in a bottle the last two weeks, turning his 14 touches into 200 total yards. Mitchell’s numbers have been ridiculous. Madden on easy mode type of numbers. With his 12 rushing attempts, he has 12 missed tackles forced and 12.0 yards after contact per attempt. The problem is he has played only 27 snaps across the last two games, but Baltimore can ignore this type of playmaking for only so long. If he gets a bump in playing time, he will destroy the Bengals this week. Since Week 5, they have allowed the 12th-highest rushing yards per game, the eighth-highest explosive run rate, and the fourth-highest missed tackles per attempt.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
anybody else throwing him into their Flex lineup tomorrow?
As good buddy @VikingFrog correctly noted, we should always start Thursday players at their position to leave the Flex spot open for contingency plans on Sunday (hurt in warmups, GTD.) By leaving the Flex open we can choose from multiple positions.
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VikingFrog
Footballguy
I’m likely starting him in my RB2 slot instead of Jaylen Warren.
But I’m 3-7 and on the outside looking in for a playoff spot unless I make a run these next 4 weeks, and going against the number 1 team who’s pretty strong.
So I need big upside and it’s a gamble that if it pays off, should pay off well.
I’m also a big advocate for Gus Edwards and have been playing him for weeks, but I’m finally sitting him tomorrow (in a different league) as I acquired a WR2 that should outperform him. Hence my hope that Keaton gets some decent volume.
Side note @BobbyLayne … I know you are an intelligent player because I see you post on here often… but just in case … don’t put a Thursday player in your flex spot… just in case stick him in your RB spot.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
a little louder for the people in back
Very strange. I'm also starting Mitchell over Warren at RB2. I'm also 3-7. And I'm also facing the #1 team this week. Are you me?
VikingFrog
Footballguy
:insert spider man pointing meme here:
Are you also second in points for?
Frustrating season for me in this league. But if I can win out, I can sneak in.
Yes, cause he's rated a little higher than Godwin, and Spears. It's boom or bust, IMO. Per CBSSPORTS, CIN is 18 OVP. Their projection is 7.6 in standard scoring.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
I would be starting him alongside Gibbs/Hall, and over
- Gibson v NYG
- Warren @ CLE
- Pacheco v PHI
I think he is due for an uptick in usage based on HC comments.
Last week he was dealing with a slight hammy, first two touches = 71 yards but understandably they didn't want to aggravate the injury.
Gonna be all hands on deck and they'll need some splash plays to keep up with Burrow & Co.
H.Wiggen
Footballguy
I was able to pick him up in my keeper league, much to my surprise, although I would have been fine not getting him. I have a few guys on bye and would have snagged Romeo Dobbs if I didn't get Keaton--he's in my flex. I'm in contention and would have been happy with Dobbs who seems to have a higher floor than Mitchell. But in a keeper league it's worth a shot. And I do like the match up and the idea of fresh legs on a Thursday night game. My expectations are not high, more a hope that he's someone who has long range upside.
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
I’m starting him in one and may in the other. Its so depressing when a player bombs on Thursday though so idk if I feel like risking it in both
ETA: don’t have much choice in one. Would be benching Watson in the other
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VikingFrog
Footballguy
But what about that feeling when a player explodes on Thursday?
Chasing that high is something I live for.
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
you could probably bench Watson for anyone on your roster not on a bye
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
TNF can often be a dirge
But I wonder if the duds just stick with us way more than the meets/exceeds expectations games
The issue I'm having with Keaton is I am much more comfortable with volume guys going on Thursday, just based on touches they might fall into the end zone
But starting a guy with 14 (super exciting) touches the last two weeks is risky - gonna feel dumb if he bombs and come Monday I'm watching Pacheco have a bad game but he scores a tuddy on my bench
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
You're not helping me justify using Keaton lol
I'm a heavy favorite, team has been scorching hot
as a favorite I should maybe be content with floor - chasing upside is way to screw things up
Cowboysfan8
Footballguy
Sad but true
There’s been so many times over the years I’ve gotten cute with a guy that has a few touches and looks electric then does nothing in my lineup….once bitten twice shy and all that
But yeah, Watson has done nothing but disappoint too so…
Raging weasel
Footballguy
Was surprised he was still available in my 12 team dynasty league. Even more surprising was that I was in the 10 spot for waivers and still got him. With Taylor on bye have to decide which 2 to start of Mitchell,Conner,White or Ford. Leaning Ford and Mitchell???
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
I was foolishly rolling out Burrow early in the year. Goff outscored him 7 straight weeks to open the season. I should have recognized he couldn't plant with his bad calf and Jared was dealing. Cost me two wins in close games Weeks 4 and 6.
Anyway, Mitchell is exciting, it's just not clear he has a role just yet. They say they want to involve him but tonight is going to be a slobberknocker.
Drake Hater
Footballguy
Keeping him on the bench tonight. Already playing Chase and Andrews, hate to tie up 3 spots on a dreaded Thursday night game. Watch Keaton be the guy that blows up...
RaidersAreOne
Footballguy
Starting him over Diontae Johnson... maybe a dumb decision.
My team in the league I am debating playing him is also 3-7. I am only competing for total points. I have a bunch of options. I Picked up Noah Brown. I also have Kahil Herbert and Gus Edwards.
I’m trying to decide between Warren, Mitchell, Aaron Jones and Javonte Williams. 2RB / flex. I really want to sit Jones and roll with Warren, Mitchell and Williams, but Jones has a nice matchup vs the Chargers, could/should be a shootout. Idk.
VikingFrog
Footballguy
They are discussing the daily fantasy lines on fantasy radio.
37.5 rushing yards
8.5 receiving yards
For Mitchell
37.5 rushing yards
8.5 receiving yards
For Mitchell
