Shaun Alexander (1 Viewer)

[bentdent]

What do you feel the value of Shaun Alexander is the rest of the way? He's not due back until week 9 and even then I'm sure he'll be given more reps off than usual. Is it time to dump him or will he reach some level of his old self? What's your take?

 

[Mr. Mojo]

I think they're being extra cautious waiting two more weeks, but with the Seahawks struggling, I don't think they will rest him too much once he's back.

 

[the rover]

I think they're being extra cautious waiting two more weeks, but with the Seahawks struggling, I don't think they will rest him too much once he's back.

Assuming he comes back healthy in three weeks, I don't think they'll use him any differently than they have. His per game numbers will be lower than last year because the offensive line just isn't as good, but he'll still be one of the top backs down the stretch with Seattle's relatively soft schedule (although I wouldn't want to hang my hopes on him against SD in a week 16 championship).

 

[fred_1_15301]

I think they're being extra cautious waiting two more weeks, but with the Seahawks struggling, I don't think they will rest him too much once he's back.

Assuming he comes back healthy in three weeks, I don't think they'll use him any differently than they have. His per game numbers will be lower than last year because the offensive line just isn't as good, but he'll still be one of the top backs down the stretch with Seattle's relatively soft schedule (although I wouldn't want to hang my hopes on him against SD in a week 16 championship).

He was dropped last week in my league so apparently some owners are fed up with him.

 

[BigDave]

I have an owner in one league looking to trade Sean.

He's asking for Fred Taylor and Reggie Williams. I'm thinking at this point it's too much for Alexander.

When he comes back in week 9 or 10 and gets really "game" healthy, that gives me about 6 weeks of production. Jax has a softer schedule in those weeks and Fred barring injury should do just fine. I think I'm going to pass.

 

[Thorn]

I offered Maroney for him in my league. Already have MoMo.

 

[valence]

traded wayne for him straight up

 

[Chubbs]

I might have had a moment of insanity plus the S.A. owner was tough to deal with but I traded,

Kevin Jones & Terrell Owens for S. Alexander and I. Bruce.

Reasons: KJ playoff schedule is TOUGH

T.O. did have 3TDs, but only 45yards, and it was HOU

S. Alexander has a great upcoming Schedule

IMO Seahawks will be fighting for the Division with the Rams down to week 16.

Wish me luck

 

[Wilbur Wood]

I've offered Tatum Bell for him. Partially as I think that the Dener O will not be as prolific as in past years due to their strong defense and lack of full confidence in Plummer.

 

[gorf]

if people are really valuing him as low as some of the offers i'm seeing in this thread, that's nuts. if that's really the perception of his value, i may have to go make a few offers for him...

 

[bobspruill]

He just went straight-up for Torry Holt in one of my leagues. Very good move for the Alexander owner, I thought.

 

[GreedoShotFirst]

I was just offered SA and MoMo for Gore and Maroney in a league where the latter are keeper eligable while SA is not. Turned it down cold.

 

[bentdent]

Just traded McGahee (bye week 8) for Alexander. I have Tiki as my RB1 and Maroney to fill in (10 team league) as RB2. I'm nervous I messed up my 4-2, league scoring leader team!

 

[ffweasel]

Other Alexander Trade Discussion

 

[smcindoe]

What's your record?

If you're 6-0 and looking like you'll cruise into the playoffs, he's a heck of a lot more valuable to you than he'd be to a team that was fighting and clawing for every win right now.

 

[fridayfrenzy]

I think they're being extra cautious waiting two more weeks, but with the Seahawks struggling, I don't think they will rest him too much once he's back.

4-1

 

[Yankee23Fan]

From the other Alexander thread for you to consider:

Just in case anyone is looking for some kind of point of reference, I did complete the trade, throwing a 2007 3rd rounder to the SA owner.

Wait. You got SA for a 2007 3rd round rookie pick?

10 team league. all TD's = 6, 1 PPR for all positions, -1 for INT's, 1 per 15 passing, 1 per 10 rushing/receiving. This is also a keeper league - keep up to 2 players for no more then 3 years. If they are kept the 2nd year you lose the draft pick where they were drafted, if you keep them the 3rd year they are automatically a 1st round pick. Players keep their contract status if traded.The guy with Alexander is 0-6. Not only is Alexander hurt, but pretty much the rest of his team is/was as well. Also, he has the most points against this year so his luck isn't that great. Before adjusting for the trade, his team is: Culpepper, LeftwichMcAllister, Bush, Alexander, F. Taylor, WashingtonFitzgerald, Gabriel, Edwards, MasonTony G, V. DavisWilkins, FeelyBucs, ChiefsEveryone else is his division is 2-4 or better, so he is only 2 games out of a possible playoff spot, but he is dumping and preping for next year.My team is 4-2 in a division with a 6-0 team and everyone else has at least 2 wins. My team before the trade is:Grossman, FavreTomlinson, Parker, Turner, MaroneyBoldin, Glenn, Walker, Branch, KennisonWatson, A. SmithElam, StoverSteelers, RedskinsAlexander was a 2nd year keeper for his team, so that means if he is kept next year is automatically a 1st orund pick (he would have been anyway) and he can only stay on a team for next year and then has to be thrown back.My keepers going into this year were LT for a 1 - he is on his 3rd year and I have to throw him back; and Parker who was a 2nd year so if I keep him next year he is worth an automatic 1st. I drafted Maroney (actually traded for him at the draft after he was taken because he was the player I keyed on in all my drafts) with the intent on using him sporadically this year and keeping him and possibly Parker for next year. But, with Turner doing so well and him only costing me a 15th round pick I could keep him as well. So I have 3 keeper options at RB, not to mention Boldin for a 2nd round pick if I want.I really didn't need to do this trade at all. It was more a defensive move. I know that at least two teams in my division were looking at Alexander for a 4th rounder, and I couldn't let that happen. Also, because I worked this deal with the guy we also made another one where I gave him Alex Smith and an 8th round pick for Gonzo. I threw in Kennison because I would have had to drop him and I never use him with the core I have.So, going into next year I will have to throw LT back, but I have Alexander as a 1st rounder, Parker as a 1st rounder (our rules would let me keep both but lose my 1st and 2nd round pick), Maroney for like a 6th rounder, and Turner for a 15th rounder. Boldin is also there for a 2nd rounder is I was so inclined. I can only keep 2.Again, it was more a defensive trade for me to protect what I feel is a solid chance at toppling the 6-0 team in my division, giving me more options at our trade deadline because now I'm stocked at RB and could probably flip a player or two for an uber stud QB like Peyton (who in our system routinely hits 40 points without blinking) and have a team full of top players up and down heading into the playoffs.Sorry that was so long. I know you guys like explanations over here.

 

[Pnishthm]

What's your record?If you're 6-0 and looking like you'll cruise into the playoffs, he's a heck of a lot more valuable to you than he'd be to a team that was fighting and clawing for every win right now.

I am 5-1 and have Alexander. My #1 right now is FWP and I have been alternating M. Barber and M. Drew-Jones depending on the matchup. I have been very fotunate that one of those guys have had a great matchup every week since Alexander's injury and each one I have played has produced quite well. I have been offered a #2 RB a few times the past few weeks and if I was 2-4 or possibly 3-3, I probably would have had no choice but to trade for another RB. But at 5-1 I feel that I can keep doing what I am doing and just wait patiently for Alexander to come back. His playoff schedule for weeks 14,15 and 16 are solid enough to warrent keeping him or getting him for those teams that have solid records and have a great shot to make the playoffs. Most league's playoffs Seattle will be facing Arizona, SF anf SD. The Chargers could be tough but that's most leagues championship game and I'd just worry about getting there first. Zona and SF are good starts.