Roy Williams elevated to #2 receiver... will start Sunday. (1 Viewer)

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

Time to put him back in the line-up. With TO drawing double coverage... Witten drawing attention (and being injured).... look for the Boys' to make it a point to get Williams heavily involved in this game.

 

[dwashington]

Didn't he already 'start' the last game before the bye?

 

[[scooter]]

Didn't he already 'start' the last game before the bye?

Crayton started Week 9, Williams started Week 8.

 

[Cenobite]

Didn't he already 'start' the last game before the bye?

Crayton started Week 9, Williams started Week 8.

I guess he was demoted week 9. Way to handle the personnel. I don't have high hopes and would welcome a surprise showing by R.E.W. this week.

 

[Cleat Spike]

This is killing me. Thinking of pairing him with Calvin as my WR2 over Holt, Avery, Camarillo, Floyd

You have to think with Romo back, coming off a bye, a must win game for them, a banged up WAS secondary, Roy starting...he's got to get some nice looks. Maybe they use TO as a decoy and Roy gets fed the ball and also goal line jump balls???????

 

[Rounders]

I'm in the camp that I need to see a good game from Roy, before he's in my lineup. He's the 3rd or 4th offensive option on that team (Owens, Witten, Barber) and I will wait to see this one play out. I can't afford to put him in my lineup and have him come up with a 2 catch for 15 yards kind of day.

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

I'm in the camp that I need to see a good game from Roy, before he's in my lineup. He's the 3rd or 4th offensive option on that team (Owens, Witten, Barber) and I will wait to see this one play out. I can't afford to put him in my lineup and have him come up with a 2 catch for 15 yards kind of day.

Leaving a guy on your bench, and waiting for him to put forth a good game... will only lead to you being angry when he blows up on your bench, and could have won you a game that week.As far as him being the 3rd or 4th option on the team. I think that all knowledgable football fans should know by now that those theories are pointless. If you get open, you get the ball. They will have many plays in their playbook that will have Williams as their first option for that play. That is the way it works. It isn't as if every play, Romo drops back... surveys the field... looks at Owens, then Witten, then down to Barber, then out to Williams. Plays are designed for certain players.... go with the hot read. Roy Williams will never be a 4th option on any team. Romo will get back into the pocket, and he will find the open receiver... that is what he does. Now, with TO drawing double coverage, Witten injured, and also drawing lots of attention.... Roy Williams stands to be in a lot of man on man coverage against the second best corner on the field. I see Roy Williams having some VERY good games.

 

[Cenobite]

I'm in the camp that I need to see a good game from Roy, before he's in my lineup. He's the 3rd or 4th offensive option on that team (Owens, Witten, Barber) and I will wait to see this one play out. I can't afford to put him in my lineup and have him come up with a 2 catch for 15 yards kind of day.

Leaving a guy on your bench, and waiting for him to put forth a good game... will only lead to you being angry when he blows up on your bench, and could have won you a game that week.As far as him being the 3rd or 4th option on the team. I think that all knowledgable football fans should know by now that those theories are pointless. If you get open, you get the ball. They will have many plays in their playbook that will have Williams as their first option for that play. That is the way it works. It isn't as if every play, Romo drops back... surveys the field... looks at Owens, then Witten, then down to Barber, then out to Williams. Plays are designed for certain players.... go with the hot read. Roy Williams will never be a 4th option on any team. Romo will get back into the pocket, and he will find the open receiver... that is what he does. Now, with TO drawing double coverage, Witten injured, and also drawing lots of attention.... Roy Williams stands to be in a lot of man on man coverage against the second best corner on the field. I see Roy Williams having some VERY good games.

Me too but you don't say whether you think this is one of them. In a 16 team league I don't have the luxury to wait and see how he does. He has been in my line-up and the results have not been pretty.

 

[Rounders]

I'm in the camp that I need to see a good game from Roy, before he's in my lineup. He's the 3rd or 4th offensive option on that team (Owens, Witten, Barber) and I will wait to see this one play out. I can't afford to put him in my lineup and have him come up with a 2 catch for 15 yards kind of day.

Leaving a guy on your bench, and waiting for him to put forth a good game... will only lead to you being angry when he blows up on your bench, and could have won you a game that week.

Not if I have accepted the fact that I will miss out on his big game. I'm just not confident with his role in the offense.

 

[noneother]

makes me consider starting romo over garcia.. before not so much.... should open the field for witten too, wouldn't ya think?

 

[KellysHeroes]

playing for the 1st time since his trade...

 

[scrumptrulescent]

makes me consider starting romo over garcia.. before not so much.... should open the field for witten too, wouldn't ya think?

I'm starting Romo without thinking twice.I'm guessing either Roy, TO, Crayton, or Miles catches a bomb for a TD on 1st or 2nd down during Dallas' first drive. Most likely play action to Barber will be used. It would be a very Dallas Cowboys thing to do with Romo's finger, all the questions about the Cowboys, the fact that it's the rival Redskins, and especially because it's on SNF. JJ may make the call down to the sidelines himself for that play.

 

[Kitrick Taylor]

The hype surrounding this guy is unreal. When he doesn't come close to 1000 yards again at the end of the year, that will make it 4 of his first five seasons in the league. Yet people will be all over his jock next year again and take him in RD 3.

It is great to hear he can beat out Crayton for the job though. Way to go ROY!!!!

 

[CrossEyed]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

 

[zoonation]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

The hype surrounding this guy is unreal. When he doesn't come close to 1000 yards again at the end of the year, that will make it 4 of his first five seasons in the league. Yet people will be all over his jock next year again and take him in RD 3. It is great to hear he can beat out Crayton for the job though. Way to go ROY!!!!

Considering the fact that he will have gone through 2 bye weeks, and only played about 15 snaps in 3 of his games... I don't see what would be surpising about not reaching 1000 yards this year.I think that he will be a great pick next year. After getting some experience in the new offense this year, and then getting to go through training camp. I think that he'll be a beast.

 

[CrossEyed]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

 

[CrossEyed]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

That's certainly a possibility. But between Barber, TO, Witten, and Roy, are there enough plays to get him a consistently high number of targets?

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

That's certainly a possibility. But between Barber, TO, Witten, and Roy, are there enough plays to get him a consistently high number of targets?

Having those other weapons out there will only serve to free Williams up to greater opportunities. Considering teams like the Cards can put up monster games for 3 different receivers.... I am sure that the Cowboy's will be able to feed the ball to TO, Roy, and Witten. Barber is just there for the check down. He won't be looking for Barber in the passing game before Williams, unless it is a designed play to Barber. Also... it really isn't about the number of targets. It is about the amount of quality targets. Considerint that Witten draws great coverage, and TO will be double teamed... AND defenses will have to account for Barber and Crayton underneathe.... that really leaves the door open for some huge game breaking plays for all of the players, including Williams...who will most likely get the man to man coverage on the other side.

 

[protoslacker]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Starting Lance Moore over Roy Williams this week. PPR

 

[Mustang Man]

The hype surrounding this guy is unreal. When he doesn't come close to 1000 yards again at the end of the year, that will make it 4 of his first five seasons in the league. Yet people will be all over his jock next year again and take him in RD 3. It is great to hear he can beat out Crayton for the job though. Way to go ROY!!!!

Considering the fact that he will have gone through 2 bye weeks, and only played about 15 snaps in 3 of his games... I don't see what would be surpising about not reaching 1000 yards this year.I think that he will be a great pick next year. After getting some experience in the new offense this year, and then getting to go through training camp. I think that he'll be a beast.

All valid points, some just love to look only at part of the story. As long as Romo is the qb he will be top 25 wr next season.

 

[jaybebo]

I watched the interview he had with Brad Sham after the first game he was in for the Cowboys. Roy stated, "It will take me some time to get use to the the offensive playbook here." Sham asked him, "How long before you will likely feel comfortable?" Roy stated, "I should be able to produce nicely for the team in a few weeks."

Williams Interview - 10/16/2008

Guess what? Week 11 is that few weeks...he has had a bye week to get more familiar with the playbook and more comfortable with Romo...I believe he will put up nice numbers this week...around 80+ yards and a TD...could be more...if anyone benefits from Romo coming back, Crayton does...the missing guy in the offense...Redskins will not be too worried about him with T.O., Williams, Witten and Barber...I could easily see him going 100+ yards in this game...well, if he holds onto the ball.

 

[gheemony]

Dumped Roy weeks ago. I just don't see it turning around this year with a new QB. It's going to be very inconsistent. Do you really want to miss the playoffs or get knocked out of the playoffs relying on Roy Williams on a new team? I don't.

 

[renesauz]

I'm in the camp that I need to see a good game from Roy, before he's in my lineup. He's the 3rd or 4th offensive option on that team (Owens, Witten, Barber) and I will wait to see this one play out. I can't afford to put him in my lineup and have him come up with a 2 catch for 15 yards kind of day.

Leaving a guy on your bench, and waiting for him to put forth a good game... will only lead to you being angry when he blows up on your bench, and could have won you a game that week.

Not anywhere near as angry as if you put him in and he gets 2 fo 15 and costs you a game.It's different when it's a guy who's produced on his current team in the current season.....but he's NOT done that.

 

[massraider]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

That's certainly a possibility. But between Barber, TO, Witten, and Roy, are there enough plays to get him a consistently high number of targets?

Having those other weapons out there will only serve to free Williams up to greater opportunities. Considering teams like the Cards can put up monster games for 3 different receivers.... I am sure that the Cowboy's will be able to feed the ball to TO, Roy, and Witten. Barber is just there for the check down. He won't be looking for Barber in the passing game before Williams, unless it is a designed play to Barber. Also... it really isn't about the number of targets. It is about the amount of quality targets. Considerint that Witten draws great coverage, and TO will be double teamed... AND defenses will have to account for Barber and Crayton underneathe.... that really leaves the door open for some huge game breaking plays for all of the players, including Williams...who will most likely get the man to man coverage on the other side.

One could also argue that the presence of ROY will open things up for TO and Witten. And that they might get more balls. Actually, one could argue that the Cowboys might throw it underneath all day long, and Witten and Barber could have monster games.Further, one could argue that with ROY and TO drawing all the coverage, Crayton goes bonkers.I'd like to know, if you don't see any drop-off for any of the Cowboys, then do you just see Romo adding another 100 yards to his passing numbers, since they added ROY?

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

That's certainly a possibility. But between Barber, TO, Witten, and Roy, are there enough plays to get him a consistently high number of targets?

Having those other weapons out there will only serve to free Williams up to greater opportunities. Considering teams like the Cards can put up monster games for 3 different receivers.... I am sure that the Cowboy's will be able to feed the ball to TO, Roy, and Witten. Barber is just there for the check down. He won't be looking for Barber in the passing game before Williams, unless it is a designed play to Barber. Also... it really isn't about the number of targets. It is about the amount of quality targets. Considerint that Witten draws great coverage, and TO will be double teamed... AND defenses will have to account for Barber and Crayton underneathe.... that really leaves the door open for some huge game breaking plays for all of the players, including Williams...who will most likely get the man to man coverage on the other side.

One could also argue that the presence of ROY will open things up for TO and Witten. And that they might get more balls. Actually, one could argue that the Cowboys might throw it underneath all day long, and Witten and Barber could have monster games.Further, one could argue that with ROY and TO drawing all the coverage, Crayton goes bonkers.I'd like to know, if you don't see any drop-off for any of the Cowboys, then do you just see Romo adding another 100 yards to his passing numbers, since they added ROY?

That isn't needed. To be honest... I don't think that Witten will be needed quite as much, the more that Williams gets involved. Witten was overused, because Crayton isn't good enough to be a #2 receiver. Crayton is built to be a #3 receiver. Right now... everything should be perfect. I agree that Witten and TO will also find themselves with greater opportunties for big plays. There is no doubt that will so many weapons, players will fall under the radar here and there. However.... that is the same with any high powered offense. We have already seen tough... that two great receivers on the same team can really help each other, and put up GREAT production.... such as Wayne/ Harrison, Fitz/Boldin, ect.... even Ocho/Housh, Moss/Welker.... there isn't any reason why Romo can't get everyone the ball. Especially his two stud receivers.One thing is for sure... I REALLY don't see teams stopping to throw the double team on TO. As Owens himself as said, the blueprint was layed on how to shut him down earlier in the season. Teams aren't going to allow him to run wild.

 

[Gopher State]

With the game being played on Sunday night in prime time:

1. It will be the T.O. show plain and simple

2. J.W. is good to go, will be the number 2 in the show

3. Roy will get the scraps

 

[Das Boot]

With the game being played on Sunday night in prime time:

1. It will be the T.O. show plain and simple

2. J.W. is good to go, will be the number 2 in the show

3. Roy will get the scraps

I'm pretty sure his broken ribs aren't healed yet.

 

[Manster]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Since week 3 in my ppr league14.825.18.116.741916.7That's a lot better than Roy.

You have obvious hate for Roy Williams. However... doesn't comparing Roy's performances from before he became a starting receiver for the Dallas Cowboys mean absolutely nothing? Isn't the fact that he is now a starting receiver in a high powered offense sort of a game changer for his possible production?

That's certainly a possibility. But between Barber, TO, Witten, and Roy, are there enough plays to get him a consistently high number of targets?

this all depends on if the Cowboys offense gets back to their high scoring ways. lets not forget this team was putting up a ton of points not so long ago.

 

[Sonny Lubick Blowup Doll]

Maybe they use TO as a decoy and Roy gets fed the ball and also goal line jump balls???????

 

[Michael Fox Fan]

Going back to the thread title....is anybody else worried that Roy being elevated to #2 - over Patrick Crayton - is considered good news? I mean, Roy is so much more talented than Crayton that I actually find it concerning that he didn't start for Dallas immediately in his 1st week with the team.

But maybe the coaches were just easing him into the system.

 

[gman8343]

Going back to the thread title....is anybody else worried that Roy being elevated to #2 - over Patrick Crayton - is considered good news? I mean, Roy is so much more talented than Crayton that I actually find it concerning that he didn't start for Dallas immediately in his 1st week with the team.But maybe the coaches were just easing him into the system.

He needed to learn an entirely new offense. Takes more than a week IMO. I don't love ROY this year but in dynasty I'd be trying to buy, I think his long term outlook is very good.

 

[WiDDoW_MaKeR]

Going back to the thread title....is anybody else worried that Roy being elevated to #2 - over Patrick Crayton - is considered good news? I mean, Roy is so much more talented than Crayton that I actually find it concerning that he didn't start for Dallas immediately in his 1st week with the team.But maybe the coaches were just easing him into the system.

They announced before the first game that he played for the Cowboys that he would only see a limited number of snaps. He can't just be thrown out there and expect to know all of the plays the first week that he is there. Besides that... they knew with Brad Johnson at the helm that they weren't going to be able to capitalize on Roy Williams' abilities anyways. Roy said directly after his first game with the Cowboys that he was still trying to get comfortable, and learn the plays... and that he would be ready to go after the bye week.

 

[Manster]

if the o-line gets back to form this offense is gonna be scary!

Roy could have some very nice games to finish this season. Romo is usually very good at going through his progressions. he'll find the open man, whether it be TO, Roy, Witten, Crayton, Austin, etc.. defenses SHOULD have a tough time gameplanning for this offense. if they start clicking, theres' too many weapons to contain. Witten should have some big games coming up me thinks. Crayton in the slot, get TO in motion, screens to Felix!!!! i just hope this team gels NOW!

 

[moviedude25]

Going back to the thread title....is anybody else worried that Roy being elevated to #2 - over Patrick Crayton - is considered good news? I mean, Roy is so much more talented than Crayton that I actually find it concerning that he didn't start for Dallas immediately in his 1st week with the team.But maybe the coaches were just easing him into the system.

He needed to learn the new offense, most everyone does that in the preseason but Roy had to do it while playing. Its not a reflection of Roy being a bad player or a bad WR because he needed to know where to be on the field when his number was called. Roy Williams is the future of WR's in Dallas and the Cowboys gave up 3 picks to get him. They are going to give him plenty of chances and Roy will produce. I'm happy to have him on my team but it takes a game or two for a QB to become comfortable with his WR's and I expect modest numbers for Roy this week because Washington has some stud corners in Springs and Rogers who won't shut out the WR's but will limit the big play ability. Since the last time Dallas and Washington played one another the big story from the game was why Dallas didn't give Barber more chances to run I expect them to run more and use a short passing game against Washington this week to protect Romo. Dallas wins this game, Roy has 4 catches 50 yards.

 

[G-King]

Im going with Roy over Antonio Bryant this week. As far as AB's situation,I feel like Minny stepped up vs Green Bay last week and he will be 5 for 65 this week. Roy could be 4 for 50, but he could be 6 for 75 with 2 td's as well. I like the upside on Sunday night after an extra week of prep. Roy with one on one coverage with a random Detroit QB throwing the ball is wayyy different than one on one coverage with T Romo laying it in there. T-Ro will have this offense ginning this week so there will be plenty of opportunities for scores.

 

[CrossEyed]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Still think Lance Moore is a joke?

 

[KellysHeroes]

Roy E is looking alright

 

[[scooter]]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Still think Lance Moore is a joke?

You bookmarked this thread so you could prove a point that does not exist because you don't understand sarcasm?

 

[Das Boot]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Still think Lance Moore is a joke?

I'm pretty sure zoonation was saying it would be a good idea to NOT drop Lance Moore.He was correct btw.

 

[CrossEyed]

He's actually sitting on the waiver wire in my ppr league. And I can't decide whether or not to drop Lance Moore or Mark Bradley to pick him up. Guess that shows how far his stock has fallen.

drop Lance Moore? You must be joking.

Still think Lance Moore is a joke?

I'm pretty sure zoonation was saying it would be a good idea to NOT drop Lance Moore.He was correct btw.

Totally misread his post.And thankfully I didn't drop Moore.

 

[Kitrick Taylor]

The hype surrounding this guy is unreal. When he doesn't come close to 1000 yards again at the end of the year, that will make it 4 of his first five seasons in the league. Yet people will be all over his jock next year again and take him in RD 3. It is great to hear he can beat out Crayton for the job though. Way to go ROY!!!!

Considering the fact that he will have gone through 2 bye weeks, and only played about 15 snaps in 3 of his games... I don't see what would be surpising about not reaching 1000 yards this year.I think that he will be a great pick next year. After getting some experience in the new offense this year, and then getting to go through training camp. I think that he'll be a beast.

All valid points, some just love to look only at part of the story. As long as Romo is the qb he will be top 25 wr next season.

His 3/36 was awesome today. But I guess I am just looking at part of the story. He accomplished in one game what it took three games to accomplish before today! Way to go ROY!!!

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

The hype surrounding this guy is unreal. When he doesn't come close to 1000 yards again at the end of the year, that will make it 4 of his first five seasons in the league. Yet people will be all over his jock next year again and take him in RD 3. It is great to hear he can beat out Crayton for the job though. Way to go ROY!!!!

Considering the fact that he will have gone through 2 bye weeks, and only played about 15 snaps in 3 of his games... I don't see what would be surpising about not reaching 1000 yards this year.I think that he will be a great pick next year. After getting some experience in the new offense this year, and then getting to go through training camp. I think that he'll be a beast.

All valid points, some just love to look only at part of the story. As long as Romo is the qb he will be top 25 wr next season.

His 3/36 was awesome today. But I guess I am just looking at part of the story. He accomplished in one game what it took three games to accomplish before today! Way to go ROY!!!

To be fair, it's his first game with Romo. As they get more comfortable, those three could become six per game, which makes him viable in PPR leagues.

 

[Michael Fox Fan]

Roy is always overrated. This will be even more true with the Cowboys.