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Rolling out Mike Tolbert (3 Viewers)
- Thread starter Garts
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cubbie5150
Footballguy
I have no choice (Mathews owner; thin @ RB). Seattle run D isn't bad, and they play much better at home overall:
17 carries
65 yds
.6 TD
2 recep
13 yds
17 carries
65 yds
.6 TD
2 recep
13 yds
HurryUpSundays
Footballguy
If someone else had snagged him and was playing him, your opponent for example, would you still expect him to get almost a hundred yards and a TD?
Just curious..
Just curious..
Zow
Footballguy
About what I was thinking. Maybe 2 catches for 10 yards as well.
road warrior
Footballguy
Have no choice but play him.... Moreno owner. Glad I grabbed him.
Give him 18 carries, 85 yards, and at least 1 score from in close. At least, that's what I'm hoping for.
Give him 18 carries, 85 yards, and at least 1 score from in close. At least, that's what I'm hoping for.
Max Power
Footballguy
Pretty close to what I was thinking. 70-80 total yards and likely a TD. Rivers will move the ball and he will get a chance to score.
Zow
Footballguy
more like 40 and 2 tds but close to the same total points...However, tds are less of a guarentee than yards so that's a good thing if you are playing him.
glong989
Footballguy
I believe the rest of my team can carry me with their match ups so all I'm looking for is a around a 10 point performance in my league. 3-4 receptions, 60-90 yds rushing and .6-.7 TD. If he can get lucky with two goal line situations then he could grab two scores, but that would just be gravy.
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gary mexico
Footballguy
Ghost of Bill Walsh
Footballguy
In my money league we have restricted roster at the offenive positions. Can only carry 2QB's,4RB's,4WR's,2TE's,2PK's,2DEF. Works pretty good when you need a waiver pickup as decent players are still available. 10 team league. Had tp put Grant on IR., So I picked up Tolbert this week. We start 2 RB's. My other backs are MBIII(not doing squat), Jahvid Best(Definitely 1 of my starters), and Ronnie Brown. Brown's been ok but I'm thinking of starting Tolbert as I feel he should at least get 1 score from in close.Yardage would be a bonus as he's a big boy. Think he goes about 243lbs. Anybody think he could be like Brandon Jacobs early in his career when he ran over people and scored pretty good? I think he could pump out a few scores and some average yardage until Matthews is healthy. Even then he should be able to vulture a lot of goalline scores ala Willis McGahee. I think he could go for 60-75 yards and at least one score this weekend.
Week 5 last year Brown went 21 carries,74 yards and 2 td's against the Jets. Still think he might have a tough go against the Jets as they're ranked 3rd against the run. Seattle is ranked 5th against the run. I think I'd feel better rolling with Tolbert against the Seahawks. Even if he doesn't get much yardage I feel confident he'll get at least one score. That's where it could be a benefit starting him. If the Chargers get down inside the red zone a few times Tolbert's number should be called often giving him several chances at scoring. I'd say his odds were good for scoring more than 1 td. Can't say the same for Brown so I'm gonna take the gamble and start Tolbert.
Week 5 last year Brown went 21 carries,74 yards and 2 td's against the Jets. Still think he might have a tough go against the Jets as they're ranked 3rd against the run. Seattle is ranked 5th against the run. I think I'd feel better rolling with Tolbert against the Seahawks. Even if he doesn't get much yardage I feel confident he'll get at least one score. That's where it could be a benefit starting him. If the Chargers get down inside the red zone a few times Tolbert's number should be called often giving him several chances at scoring. I'd say his odds were good for scoring more than 1 td. Can't say the same for Brown so I'm gonna take the gamble and start Tolbert.
Slevin Kelevra
Footballguy
don't get too excitedWeek 1:- Gore vs Seattle 17 carries, 38 yds Week 2:- Moreno vs Seattle 24 carries, 51 yds, 1 td- Buckhalter 11 carries, 19 yds, 1 tdOVERALL against Seattle D- 57 carries, 114 yds, 2tdanyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.18 carries92 yards1 td
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gary mexico
Footballguy
Rivers is going to throw on them all day....There will be no RB love for you, blouses...don't get too excitedWeek 1:- Gore vs Seattle 17 carries, 38 yds Week 2:- Moreno vs Seattle 24 carries, 51 yds, 1 td- Buckhalter 11 carries, 19 yds, 1 tdOVERALL against Seattle D- 57 carries, 114 yds, 2tdanyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.18 carries92 yards1 td
harryhood
Footballguy
Mike Tolbert intrigues me enough that I spent a good amount of FA cash on him this week in 2 leagues. Looking at him, in LIMITED(very limited) time, the guy has done a pretty good job. I ill admit I didn't know much about him so I started to do a little digging.
Age: 24
Ht/Wt: 5' 9" 243
17 catches on 22 targets LAST YEAR ALONE
Nice catch and run
The above shows that he is pretty reliable catching the ball out of the backfield(even as an RB). There is some more video from last years game highlights where he caught the ball well out of the FB position, and one even went for a 60 yard tuddy after a huge Vjax block.
Trying to figure out how this guys size and skill set is ANY different than Mike Turners. Any difference between the two other than opportunity? Size and speed looks pretty close and I would say he is a better pass catching back than Turner.
Turner - 5' 10" 244 Age:28
11 Catches on 16 targets over the last 2 years
He is in the same exact situation Turner was in 4 years ago, and while Matthews is most likely the Chargers back of the future, I think you gotta keep a close eye on Tolbert for dynasty purposes. Really hoping he makes the most out of this opportunity.
Age: 24
Ht/Wt: 5' 9" 243
17 catches on 22 targets LAST YEAR ALONE
Nice catch and run
The above shows that he is pretty reliable catching the ball out of the backfield(even as an RB). There is some more video from last years game highlights where he caught the ball well out of the FB position, and one even went for a 60 yard tuddy after a huge Vjax block.
Trying to figure out how this guys size and skill set is ANY different than Mike Turners. Any difference between the two other than opportunity? Size and speed looks pretty close and I would say he is a better pass catching back than Turner.
Turner - 5' 10" 244 Age:28
11 Catches on 16 targets over the last 2 years
He is in the same exact situation Turner was in 4 years ago, and while Matthews is most likely the Chargers back of the future, I think you gotta keep a close eye on Tolbert for dynasty purposes. Really hoping he makes the most out of this opportunity.
Rick James
Footballguy
I don't put much stock in stuff like the above. SF looks awful, and who knows about Denver? All we really know is SD has a good offense, which leads me to believe Tolbert will be in a pretty good position to score a TD.Slevin Kelevra said:don't get too excitedWeek 1:- Gore vs Seattle 17 carries, 38 yds Week 2:- Moreno vs Seattle 24 carries, 51 yds, 1 td- Buckhalter 11 carries, 19 yds, 1 tdOVERALL against Seattle D- 57 carries, 114 yds, 2tdGarts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.18 carries92 yards1 td
shnikies
Footballguy
Gore vs. NO 20 carries 112 yards 7 receptions 56 yards 2 tdsPeterson vs NO 19 carries 87 yards, 3 receptions 14 yards 0 tdsI don't put much stock in stuff like the above. SF looks awful, and who knows about Denver? All we really know is SD has a good offense, which leads me to believe Tolbert will be in a pretty good position to score a TD.Slevin Kelevra said:don't get too excitedGarts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?
I might sit Best for him....I know I know..
can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?
If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.
18 carries
92 yards
1 td
Week 1:
- Gore vs Seattle 17 carries, 38 yds
Week 2:
- Moreno vs Seattle 24 carries, 51 yds, 1 td
- Buckhalter 11 carries, 19 yds, 1 td
OVERALL against Seattle D
- 57 carries, 114 yds, 2td
I just don't see how SF has looked that awful running the ball relative to how they did against the Seahawks. The Seahawks and Bears are going to be the two surprise run defenses to avoid this year. I think Tolbert is obviously still a good start for the simple reason his box score could easily be 17 carries 45 yards, 4 catches 30 yards and 2 tds.
CaptainHook
Footballguy
ceiling of like 100 yards and a td. most likely occurence 70 yards no touch.
did someone really mention playing this guy over best? lmao
did someone really mention playing this guy over best? lmao
RudeDog
Footballguy
I'm sorry but I had to laugh when I read the thread title. Pictured Tolbert in a wheelchair being rolled out onto the fieldGarts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.18 carries92 yards1 td
harryhood
Footballguy
I am seeing 4.51 for Turner as opposed to 4.68 for Tolbert. Nothing really jaw dropping there.
shnikies
Footballguy
Turner probably can't run a 4.5 anymore so saying Turner is MUCH faster is definitely an overstatement even though he is indeed faster. Tolbert probably also has 10 pounds on Turner but speed and size obviously don't paint the whole picture of a running back's skill set.
Michael Brown
Footballguy
Tolbert is also an excellent receiver, that part of his game is being vastly underrated by a lot of people.
Man In The Box
Footballguy
Playing against him, huh? Just kidding. I see a similar line. 90 total yards and a good chance at a score.
OMG! Ponies!
Footballguy
i own him. debating starting him over DWill. probably be a GTD.
Max Power
Footballguy
True, but he still wont be targeted too often with Sproles in the same backfield.
Max Power
Footballguy
Holy C... The Tolbert Report. If you're serious about those predictions, you should trade for him.
Ilov80s
Footballguy
Why would you start Tolbert over Best???Garts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..
BoerumHill
Footballguy
Starting him in 3 leagues - two of which were easy, the last I'm trying to decide between Tolbert, Best or Ronnie Brown.Matchup-wise it seems like Best is the logical choice to sit. Two weeks and people want a bronze cast already...Why would you start Tolbert over Best???Garts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?
I might sit Best for him....I know I know..
can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?
If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.
18 carries
92 yards
1 td
Garts
Footballguy
Call me CRAZY, but I am in a heavy TD league and I think Tolbert has a better chance to score...Why would you start Tolbert over Best???Garts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?I might sit Best for him....I know I know..
Same situation I have. I also have Stewart. I'm starting Tolbert. History has told me that he'll either duplicate last week or be a total bust. I'd rather role the dice with him until CAR gets back on track. Cinn. will be loading up against the run to force a new rookie QB to beat them with one weapon, S Smith.
shnikies
Footballguy
Matchup-wise that seems illogicalThe Seahawks have allowed 2 yards per carry while the Vikings have allowed 3.7. Regardless, you don't overrate matchups to the points where you bench a guy that's been the best back in fantasy for Mike Tolbert.Starting him in 3 leagues - two of which were easy, the last I'm trying to decide between Tolbert, Best or Ronnie Brown.Matchup-wise it seems like Best is the logical choice to sit. Two weeks and people want a bronze cast already...Why would you start Tolbert over Best???Garts said:anyone rolling him out there and over whom?
I might sit Best for him....I know I know..
can we expect 15-18 carries and close to 100 yds and a score?
If they are way behind, Sproles likely gets more snaps.
18 carries
92 yards
1 td
FallenHero32
Footballguy
Rolling him out instead of JC in KC. Haley needs to die.
Rick James
Footballguy
Same here. Easy decision, IMO. Wish I didn't have to, though.
The_Underachiever
Footballguy
+1 for me. May Tolbert destroy. Good luck guys!
Hurl Bruce
Footballguy
I'm starting Tolbert over Charles, Hightower, and Brandon Jackson.
I'm expecting him to get better numbers than them. What those numbers are, I don't know.
I just hope that the Chargers are inside the 5 yard line alot tomorrow since I also have Gates.
I'm expecting him to get better numbers than them. What those numbers are, I don't know.
I just hope that the Chargers are inside the 5 yard line alot tomorrow since I also have Gates.
VaTerp
Footballguy
Add another one to the group starting Tolbert over Charles. But it's not as easy a decision for me. I think the SEA run D is for real and suspect the Chargers are gonna have to move the ball through the air. I do like their chances there though and think Tolbert should have the opportunity to get a score or 2 on short TDs.But you hate benching a guy like Charles b/c one run or catch can make his day. In the end though, I think Tolbert is the percentage play. I wish death on no one but Haley needs a brain transplant.
Topes
Footballguy
I'm serious. I think he's gonna have a big game, stars are lined up for him to have a career game. He'll probably settle back into obscurity soon, but I do feel that 150 yards from scrimmage and 2 TDs (maybe 3, as I predicated) reflects his performance this week a lot better than the lowball predictions throughout this thread.
CaptainHook
Footballguy
yea maybe
Maybe this week?
VaTerp
Footballguy
Let's hope so but there's a decent chance Mathews plays this week. I went with my gut and played Charles over Tolbert at the last minute in my flex spot.Tolbert did about what I expected but didnt get the scoring chances. SEA run D is better than people give them credit for. This week I could really use Tolbert with Charles on bye and potential injury to Pierre.I think the matchup of Arizona at home is much more favorable. Will be very interested to see if Mathews practices at all the next few days.
