Runningbacks with a chance (1 Viewer)

[fuball]

Who are the runningbacks that you see as having an outside chance at some value come regular season.

I see some potential in the following

Choice (dal) still unsure how the whole situation will playout with felix and Barber and their injuries. Could see choice splitting with or even taking third down carries/receptions or even somebody being traded. too early to say.

Kolby Smith (kc) see what happens in KC. not sure if hes the right guy there even with the outside chance i doubt it

how about Cincy? what god can come out of their situation (other than a descent draft pick)? maybe James Johnson?

Who you got?

 

[harryhood]

I have been high on him for a while and the FBG community seems to go the other way, but I happen to think Mike Bush would be a good feature back on a tandem with a nice quick COP guy. Bush is a great receiver out of the backfield and took the "demotion"(in his eyes) to FB quite well.

Rewind to a must win game for TB and the kid has to be the main carrier due to injuries, he rolls to 170+ and 2 TDs, looking good and fast doing it.

Earlier this year he had some decent games as a backup RB(posting 7 and 5 catches in limited action).

At 24 yrs of age, 6-1, 245 this kid has the tools. He would have been a Heisman candidate had he not broken his leg and this year has actually been his first year of action.

He is in the abyss known as the raiders and as long as he stays there will be in the abyss but if he could find a team that wants him to start out as #2 on the depth chart, I think he could be productive.

 

[fuball]

I agree and think he has talent. Alot of teams out there could use him but there are also alot of other runningbacks looking for a new home. whether he gets the chance remains to be seen. IN depth leagues might be worth to hold on to though.

 

[Wildman]

Very outside chance, but if Kregg Lumpkin of the Packers can remain healthy I believe he can make a move there. The RB coach believes it and has commented Lumpkin has a chance to be a real find. He has good vision, strength, receiving skills, and power. If he can continue to regain some lost speed and stay healthy...He's a guy I'm going to continue to keep an eye on.

 

[David Yudkin]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.

And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

 

[RC94]

In deeper dynasty leagues, keep an eye on Danny Ware (NYG). If the Giants re-sign both Jacobs and Ward, he could be traded, similar to what they did with Ryan Grant. If they don't re-sign both, he will play a role with the Giants next year.

 

[harryhood]

In deeper dynasty leagues, keep an eye on Danny Ware (NYG). If the Giants re-sign both Jacobs and Ward, he could be traded, similar to what they did with Ryan Grant. If they don't re-sign both, he will play a role with the Giants next year.

I love Danny Ware! Even though he was only steam rolling guys who are most likely out of a job in the NFL right now, I agree 100% with you.I dont see a problem with a EWF package of Jacobs, BShaw, Ware in 2009.

 

[T Bell]

I think all the Denver RB's need to have another look now that Shanny's out of there.

 

[fuball]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

How about Jordan then. Does he have a better shot if he stays in NE or is he just not worth looking at. I know he had his issues with injuries but looked pretty good the last 3 weeks.

 

[Yitbos69]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

 

[David Yudkin]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

How about Jordan then. Does he have a better shot if he stays in NE or is he just not worth looking at. I know he had his issues with injuries but looked pretty good the last 3 weeks.

I suspect if Jordan is back with NE than he will again be part of a RBBC. If Jordan is NOT back and no one significant is added, that would likely increase Maroney's stock (fewer bodies in the RBBC).

 

[Boone22]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

 

[travdogg]

Maroney was the 1st guy I thought of, and I like Lumpkin a lot.

While he's by no means a long shot or a forgotten man, I think Darren McFadden will go at least 2-3 rounds later than he should. I truly believe he'd have been a borderline top-10 RB this year had he not suffered the toe injury. If Fargas is gone next year I could see McFadden having 1600 total yards and about 9 scores.

 

[aposulli]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

McClain can stick around as a short-yardage guy but he is not at all shifty and obviously not the fastest RB on the roster. If/when McGahee leaves, expect the Ravens to take a flier on a versatile late-round scat-back while putting their hopes on Rice/McClain.

 

[gonzobill5]

I'm keeping an eye on JJ Arrington. I was high on him coming out, not taking into account how long it would take for ARIZ to put together a decent line. Their pass blocking was improved this year, maybe next year they step it up in the run blocking. Watching Hightower play, its clear he doesn't have the same big play ability as Arrington.

In Cleveland, I'm curious if they bring in a big name guy. If not, Harrison might have a shot at the starting job and he's looked good in preseason the last few years and in limited action. That's a good OL and they could run a lot with Brady Q.

I like the Kregg Lumpkin post. Somebody not name Ryan Grant has to be starting there next year. That's an offense where a RB can have a lot of success.

I also still think Lorenzo Booker has a chance in this league. If he learns from his mistakes and learns to block, maybe the coaches give him another shot. Buckhalter is a free agent, and Westbrook is an injury waiting to happen.

 

[gonzobill5]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

I thought Rhodes played pretty well this year.

 

[Sabertooth]

Kevin Smith has a good shot. I think Ryan Grant is pretty secure in Green Bay unless they add a player. Brandon Jackson will be a compliment/3rd down type guy.

 

[saintfool]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

How about Jordan then. Does he have a better shot if he stays in NE or is he just not worth looking at. I know he had his issues with injuries but looked pretty good the last 3 weeks.

I suspect if Jordan is back with NE than he will again be part of a RBBC. If Jordan is NOT back and no one significant is added, that would likely increase Maroney's stock (fewer bodies in the RBBC).

what do you make of BenJarvus in NE next year? how does he fit into the mix?

 

[David Yudkin]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

How about Jordan then. Does he have a better shot if he stays in NE or is he just not worth looking at. I know he had his issues with injuries but looked pretty good the last 3 weeks.

I suspect if Jordan is back with NE than he will again be part of a RBBC. If Jordan is NOT back and no one significant is added, that would likely increase Maroney's stock (fewer bodies in the RBBC).

what do you make of BenJarvus in NE next year? how does he fit into the mix?

Depth and only depth, just like this year. With everyone else out and his number called for being next on the depth chart so he played. I don't see him rising on the depth chart. The other RBs on the roster performed better than he did ypc wise, so I'm guessing he was a stop gap measure. IMO, I liken to his few games similar to what Health Evans did a few years ago.

 

[saintfool]

Depth and only depth, just like this year. With everyone else out and his number called for being next on the depth chart so he played. I don't see him rising on the depth chart. The other RBs on the roster performed better than he did ypc wise, so I'm guessing he was a stop gap measure. IMO, I liken to his few games similar to what Health Evans did a few years ago.

thanks for the insight.:thumbsup:

 

[Max Power]

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Why does everyone still think Willis in on the chopping block? After the first half of the season, it looked like a serious possibility, but he has played pretty well in some big games recently.

 

[TheBradyBunch]

I agree with Cowher...don't sleep on the Bengals next season if CP can get back. Cincy will re-sign Benson and he'll probably get more carries and goal line totes than anyone else on this list. That's my bold prediction for the week!

 

[-OZ-]

Relatively obvious - Michael Bush and Derrick Ward

Deeper: Jerome Harrison (again this year) and DeShawn Wynn

 

[bcr8f]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

 

[Sweet Love]

I thought this was obvious, but no one mentioned it...Leon Washington. Thomas Jones had a "hiccup" year (his classmates are SA and Lewis and we all know those wheels are about to or have fallen off) and I expect the Jets to keep him, not address RB early in the draft due to other needs and odds are he will not succeed (reeks of the year the Jets held Martin after his great year of 1600 yds and 10 TDs and let Jordan walk) and Washington will be 2009's Gado, Goings, Grant, etc...

I had washington this year in one league and will be sure to scoop him up in my others as much as possible.

 

[awesomeness]

Rashard Mendenhall is the first guy that comes to mind for me. Good buy low in dynasty leagues, imo.

 

[Boone22]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

I thought Rhodes played pretty well this year.

He may have looked good this year but both Rhodes and Addai only averaged 3.5 ypc. I read somewhere that the running game for Indy was ranked in the bottom 5 this year in rushing.

 

[Boone22]

Kevin Smith has a good shot. I think Ryan Grant is pretty secure in Green Bay unless they add a player. Brandon Jackson will be a compliment/3rd down type guy.

I think Kevin Smith is a little beyond "outside shot" next year. He was the undisputed starter through the second half of the season and ended up as RB #19 in my Dynasty league. That being said I agree that if he gets more opportunity and more touches he definitely could be a top 15 RB if that's where you were going with your post. Especially if things improve in Detroit (mainly the defense and QB position).

 

[ninerfanatic492000]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

yes and the Ravens have so suffered without the GREAT Ray Rice , his 1game domination of the hellacious Browns defense really set the tone when Willis/McClain were hurt. McClain is the ravens future,Rice will only be a compliment

 

[gonzobill5]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

I thought Rhodes played pretty well this year.

He may have looked good this year but both Rhodes and Addai only averaged 3.5 ypc. I read somewhere that the running game for Indy was ranked in the bottom 5 this year in rushing.

I didn't realize his ypc was so bad as well. Maybe he just looked good standing next to Addai. Addai had 1 carry over 20 yards this year. 1 carry! And even that was only for 23 yards. In that case I'll second your Mike Hart suggestion - but I'll also keep a close eye on Addai. Could be a lot of value if he gets healthy and the o line does too.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Why does everyone still think Willis in on the chopping block? After the first half of the season, it looked like a serious possibility, but he has played pretty well in some big games recently.

was alot of talk around here that his cap # is friendly to cut and that he is already replaced wiht Rrice and Mcclainnot a forgone conclusion

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

yes and the Ravens have so suffered without the GREAT Ray Rice , his 1game domination of the hellacious Browns defense really set the tone when Willis/McClain were hurt. McClain is the ravens future,Rice will only be a compliment

McClain is a goalline FB. Seems to me he had a season alot like Ernest Graham for TB last year. Filled in nicely when needed. McClain is nothing special.

I could see a commitee next year again though

The OP was looking for RB's with an outside chance

 

[Yitbos69]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

yes and the Ravens have so suffered without the GREAT Ray Rice , his 1game domination of the hellacious Browns defense really set the tone when Willis/McClain were hurt. McClain is the ravens future,Rice will only be a compliment

McClain is a goalline FB. Seems to me he had a season alot like Ernest Graham for TB last year. Filled in nicely when needed. McClain is nothing special.

I could see a commitee next year again though

The OP was looking for RB's with an outside chance

I think McClain is that RB.......

 

[dmac37]

Guys like Kevin Smith have already arrived and will come at a high price.

Next level of guys I like that have a great chance to start and should be had at a good value because many will be down on:

Benson- sounds like he wants to be back in Cinn and they should look at filling other holes and roll with him as the starter as he looked pretty good. Also the offense should improve from this year.

Graham- was looking really good before the injury. Dunn should have just a bit part next year if he is back and Cadillac's status is unknown. A young back for the future may be drafted but I think Graham will be the man in 2009.

Rice- I still believe that his superior inside running and receiving ability will translate well to the NFL. McClain may not go away but I see his roll being reduced and I can see a Willis and Baltimore divorce.

Lower level guys I think have a decent chance to produce:

Hart- being a Spartan fan I never was a fan of Hart but I have a hunch he may be one of those guys that lack combine skills but will make an impact because he is a “football player". Opportunity may knock on his door with the Colts.

Bradshaw- was a forgotten man this year but I still can't get over the fact that last year during the playoff run he was better than Jacobs, at the highest level against the same competition.

Lumpkin- may be the most talented back in Green Bay.

Hillis- before Shanny was fired I thought he would be the main guy in Denver, now who knows but he was the most complete and best Bronco RB.

And a wildcard:

Maroney- if you can get him cheap enough he can be worth a wait and see.

 

[az_prof]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

I disagree. He looks to me like one of those guys who is always going to be dinged up and I think that Bush is a better all around player. McFadden has a role--as a COP player.

 

[DropKick]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

yes and the Ravens have so suffered without the GREAT Ray Rice , his 1game domination of the hellacious Browns defense really set the tone when Willis/McClain were hurt. McClain is the ravens future,Rice will only be a compliment

McClain is a goalline FB. Seems to me he had a season alot like Ernest Graham for TB last year. Filled in nicely when needed. McClain is nothing special.

I could see a commitee next year again though

The OP was looking for RB's with an outside chance

Despite being a FB, they love his feet, size, instincts and power. From the games I've seen, McClain is more than you think. Rice is a good back in his own right but, at best, I see Rice as the complement. Maybe, he works it up to a 50% split. Not exactly an ideal situation.

 

[az_prof]

Benson - Cincy - is a UFA but said he is coming back to Cincy ifthey want him and showed some promise.

Jamaal Charles - KC - good in ppr leagues, especially if LJ leaves.

Ray Rice - Balt - kid got banged up late in the season. McClain looks ok but probably isnt a long term solution. Willis cut?

Michael Bush - Oak - has talent and if Oak moves or cuts Fargas could be the thunder combo with McFadden

Earnest Grraham - TB - got hurt, Caddy is hurt again, Dunn is old, their RB probably isnt on the roster though

Fred Jackson - Buff - looked faster than Lynch.

Ryan Torian - Den - alot of new stuff in Denver this year but he might be worth a flier later on

Why? could you unpack this for me?

Unpack? Because Ray Rice is a better RB.

yes and the Ravens have so suffered without the GREAT Ray Rice , his 1game domination of the hellacious Browns defense really set the tone when Willis/McClain were hurt. McClain is the ravens future,Rice will only be a compliment

McClain is a goalline FB. Seems to me he had a season alot like Ernest Graham for TB last year. Filled in nicely when needed. McClain is nothing special.

I could see a commitee next year again though

The OP was looking for RB's with an outside chance

Despite being a FB, they love his feet, size, instincts and power. From the games I've seen, McClain is more than you think. Rice is a good back in his own right but, at best, I see Rice as the complement. Maybe, he works it up to a 50% split. Not exactly an ideal situation.

If nothing changes this might be true; but I expect Rice will bulk up in off season training. Also, guys as big as McClain tend to like to eat...I can see him bloating up and becoming too fat.

 

[msommer]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

I thought Rhodes played pretty well this year.

He may have looked good this year but both Rhodes and Addai only averaged 3.5 ypc. I read somewhere that the running game for Indy was ranked in the bottom 5 this year in rushing.

I didn't realize his ypc was so bad as well. Maybe he just looked good standing next to Addai. Addai had 1 carry over 20 yards this year. 1 carry! And even that was only for 23 yards. In that case I'll second your Mike Hart suggestion - but I'll also keep a close eye on Addai. Could be a lot of value if he gets healthy and the o line does too.

Hold on, wasn't the O-Line plagued by injuries most of the season? I seem to remember Peyton sucking every time Jeff Saturday went down and reading that the Colts only had two starters healthy for the playoff game vs Chargers - I'd say some of the explanation lay there.

 

[faulkfan]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

Maroney will never be used as a primary back while he is playing for BB. He has always had spotty and inconsistent opportunities, has been erratic in taking advantage of them and gets hurt constantly. That is not a recipe for success. I am using him as trade bait only because some dingalings recognize the name and see it with the Pats and hope he'll be a stud.

 

[faulkfan]

I'll throw Mike Hart out there if Indy doesn't draft another RB. Addai and Rhodes certainly didn't get the job done this year and Dungy has already gone on record and said that the RB situation needs to be evaluated over the off-season.

Dngy may not even be with Indy next year though. Much will depend on if he stays. A new coach will most likely use Rhodes or Addai or look to draft his "own guy."

 

[faulkfan]

Rashard Mendenhall is the first guy that comes to mind for me. Good buy low in dynasty leagues, imo.

I agree wholeheartedly. Mendenhall is the top guy on my list to trade for/draft after some of the obvious guys. I am painfully biased as an Illini fan, but I really believe Rashard will take over the starting role once WP gets hurt again (by week 5 most likely).

 

[David Yudkin]

As much as it pains me to say it, Lawrence Maroney will probably be a forgotten man on fantasy draft day. I'm not suggesting he will move mountains and turn into a Top 5 guy, but if he goes back to his 15-17 carries a game and is healthy (a huge if), then he probably could be decent as RB depth, a flex guy, or a spot starter.And we all know I am hardly a fan of Maroney. I guess a lot will depend who the Pats have at QB and who they bring back at RB. Jordan is a free agent and Morris and Faulk are getting along in years.

Maroney will never be used as a primary back while he is playing for BB. He has always had spotty and inconsistent opportunities, has been erratic in taking advantage of them and gets hurt constantly. That is not a recipe for success. I am using him as trade bait only because some dingalings recognize the name and see it with the Pats and hope he'll be a stud.

Maroney, when healthy, has not been terrible. You're right that he will not be a full-time every down back. He's normally a 15-17 carry back with limited receptions and only occasional TD opportunities. With the other backs in NE in their 30s and the odds unlikely the Pats take an early round RB, if healthy I don't see why he wouldn't go back to that. Yes, some games he will not be as featured in the game plan, but I suspect he will be available late on draft day so even if he does nothing you're not wasting a very early pick on him.