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Stevan Ridley (1 Viewer)

I picked him off the WW this week. I don't need him by any means but I grabbed him and have him on the bench in a wait and see. Hopefully he develops into tradebait

 
'qimqam said:
'FarEastKilla said:
What's with all the hype after one week? on a BB's NE team no less! This dude is nothing more than a very poor man's DWill (RB with ball hog as a QB, while other players and another RB gets all the goal line look), except Ridley isn't even a starter while the true starter is doing quite well and a very consistent PROVEN player... after MANY games.
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What a terrible comparison. Your frustration is reflected in your writing ... I suspect you own BJGE.
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No way! never owned or plan to own BJGE, for he is on a BB's NE team and not fantasy worthy in terms of consistency, IMO.
 
'FarEastKilla said:
'qimqam said:
'FarEastKilla said:
What's with all the hype after one week? on a BB's NE team no less! This dude is nothing more than a very poor man's DWill (RB with ball hog as a QB, while other players and another RB gets all the goal line look), except Ridley isn't even a starter while the true starter is doing quite well and a very consistent PROVEN player... after MANY games.
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What a terrible comparison. Your frustration is reflected in your writing ... I suspect you own BJGE.
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No way! never owned or plan to own BJGE, for he is on a BB's NE team and not fantasy worthy in terms of consistency, IMO.
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I guess this makes sense for the past couple years. But Dillon was damn solid.
 
Welker is a pretty solid fantasy play.

Do you think there's something inherently different about the rb position that keeps them on the bench if they're more talented than the other guy, and would be helping the team win if they were on the field?

 
'nysportsfan said:
'FarEastKilla said:
'qimqam said:
'FarEastKilla said:
What's with all the hype after one week? on a BB's NE team no less! This dude is nothing more than a very poor man's DWill (RB with ball hog as a QB, while other players and another RB gets all the goal line look), except Ridley isn't even a starter while the true starter is doing quite well and a very consistent PROVEN player... after MANY games.
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What a terrible comparison. Your frustration is reflected in your writing ... I suspect you own BJGE.
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No way! never owned or plan to own BJGE, for he is on a BB's NE team and not fantasy worthy in terms of consistency, IMO.
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I guess this makes sense for the past couple years. But Dillon was damn solid.
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The only value in RB on a NE team is a goal-line back, even then BB drop RBs like bad habits if they are injured... he is the epitome of "what have you done for me lately" type of a coach and a master of plug n play, Dangerous coaching skill set for any fantasy player.than again, Every perception is in the eyes of the beholder...

"In the 2004 season, Dillon proved himself to be a mature and dedicated team player, putting to rest the negative reputation he acquired before arriving in New England. He set career highs and franchise records with 1,635 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. He was a major factor in the Patriots win over the Indianapolis Colts in New England's first playoff game, rushing for 144 yards and catching 5 passes for 17 yards. New England won its third Super Bowl, due in no small part to the running game built around Dillon. He was the top rusher of Super Bowl XXXIX with 75 rushing yards and a touchdown, while also catching 3 passes for 31 yards, for 106 total yards. Overall, Dillon rushed for a total of 292 yards, caught 9 passes for 53 yards, and scored 2 touchdowns in New England's 3 postseason games.

In 2005, injury problems plagued Dillon and he was not able to duplicate his stats from 2004. He remained a major contributor to the team, rushing for 733 yards and 12 touchdowns in 12 games. The Patriots used Dillon more frequently as a pass receiver, with 23 receptions for 193 yards and a touchdown, which was more receiving yards than he had gained in his past 2 seasons combined.

In the 2006 season, Dillon began sharing the team's rushing duties with rookie running back Laurence Maroney. He finished the year with 812 rushing yards and a career high 13 touchdowns; the latter tied him for third in the league that season."

MIA 2007-present.

 
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'FarEastKilla said:
The only value in RB on a NE team is a goal-line back, even then BB drop RBs like bad habits if they are injured... he is the epitome of "what have you done for me lately" type of a coach and a master of plug n play, Dangerous coaching skill set for any fantasy player.than again, Every perception is in the eyes of the beholder... "In the 2004 season, Dillon proved himself to be a mature and dedicated team player, putting to rest the negative reputation he acquired before arriving in New England. He set career highs and franchise records with 1,635 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. He was a major factor in the Patriots win over the Indianapolis Colts in New England's first playoff game, rushing for 144 yards and catching 5 passes for 17 yards. New England won its third Super Bowl, due in no small part to the running game built around Dillon. He was the top rusher of Super Bowl XXXIX with 75 rushing yards and a touchdown, while also catching 3 passes for 31 yards, for 106 total yards. Overall, Dillon rushed for a total of 292 yards, caught 9 passes for 53 yards, and scored 2 touchdowns in New England's 3 postseason games.In 2005, injury problems plagued Dillon and he was not able to duplicate his stats from 2004. He remained a major contributor to the team, rushing for 733 yards and 12 touchdowns in 12 games. The Patriots used Dillon more frequently as a pass receiver, with 23 receptions for 193 yards and a touchdown, which was more receiving yards than he had gained in his past 2 seasons combined.In the 2006 season, Dillon began sharing the team's rushing duties with rookie running back Laurence Maroney. He finished the year with 812 rushing yards and a career high 13 touchdowns; the latter tied him for third in the league that season."
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Riiiiight :confused: :scared: :crazy:
 
'FarEastKilla said:
'nysportsfan said:
'FarEastKilla said:
'qimqam said:
'FarEastKilla said:
What's with all the hype after one week? on a BB's NE team no less! This dude is nothing more than a very poor man's DWill (RB with ball hog as a QB, while other players and another RB gets all the goal line look), except Ridley isn't even a starter while the true starter is doing quite well and a very consistent PROVEN player... after MANY games.
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What a terrible comparison. Your frustration is reflected in your writing ... I suspect you own BJGE.
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No way! never owned or plan to own BJGE, for he is on a BB's NE team and not fantasy worthy in terms of consistency, IMO.
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I guess this makes sense for the past couple years. But Dillon was damn solid.
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The only value in RB on a NE team is a goal-line back, even then BB drop RBs like bad habits if they are injured... he is the epitome of "what have you done for me lately" type of a coach and a master of plug n play, Dangerous coaching skill set for any fantasy player.than again, Every perception is in the eyes of the beholder...

"In the 2004 season, Dillon proved himself to be a mature and dedicated team player, putting to rest the negative reputation he acquired before arriving in New England. He set career highs and franchise records with 1,635 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. He was a major factor in the Patriots win over the Indianapolis Colts in New England's first playoff game, rushing for 144 yards and catching 5 passes for 17 yards. New England won its third Super Bowl, due in no small part to the running game built around Dillon. He was the top rusher of Super Bowl XXXIX with 75 rushing yards and a touchdown, while also catching 3 passes for 31 yards, for 106 total yards. Overall, Dillon rushed for a total of 292 yards, caught 9 passes for 53 yards, and scored 2 touchdowns in New England's 3 postseason games.

In 2005, injury problems plagued Dillon and he was not able to duplicate his stats from 2004. He remained a major contributor to the team, rushing for 733 yards and 12 touchdowns in 12 games. The Patriots used Dillon more frequently as a pass receiver, with 23 receptions for 193 yards and a touchdown, which was more receiving yards than he had gained in his past 2 seasons combined.

In the 2006 season, Dillon began sharing the team's rushing duties with rookie running back Laurence Maroney. He finished the year with 812 rushing yards and a career high 13 touchdowns; the latter tied him for third in the league that season."

MIA 2007-present.
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So basically what I said.
 
2007-2010 was more about injuries than anything else.

bb gave maroney every chance to be the lead dog but he just wouldn't take it, so they tended to use whoever was healthy that week.

he wasn't used much in the superbowl, but maroney had a pretty good run towards the end of '07 and in the playoffs, unfortunately, injury followed him into '08, as popular sentiment on pats boards is that he's made of glass.

in 2010 benny was basically the last man standing of a patchwork committee --- he's great at what he does, but what he does might not be enough to keep him off the bench.

 
I'm starting Ridley due to bye weeks and injuries.

I think expectations need to be tempered a bit. He could easily put up 40-50 yards or less and no TDs this week.

 
'VaTerp said:
I'm starting Ridley due to bye weeks and injuries. I think expectations need to be tempered a bit. He could easily put up 40-50 yards or less and no TDs this week.
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In the same boat. Starting him as my flex. He'll get a some carries, but it could be minimal points. I'm not getting my hopes up for a huge game. With Woodhead probably out though I assume he'll get a few more carries, so I think his floor is a little higher than I was initially thinking.
 
Half this thread is nuts... Expecting like Ridley to rip 100 yards/1TD and acting like his is a savior. As much as I would love that to happen, it probably won't. I want Ridley to be a stud RB but the way the Patriots offense runs is not the most desirable. If Ridley gets 70+ yards and a TD this week, I would advise owners to sell high because the Pats offense is so unpredictable. There will be little consistency in the RB in a Bill O'Brien/BB run offense this year.

 
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'The Flying Elvis said:
Half this thread is nuts... Expecting like Ridley to rip 100 yards/1TD and acting like his is a savior. As much as I would love that to happen, it probably won't. I want Ridley to be a stud RB but the way the Patriots offense runs is not the most desirable. If Ridley gets 70+ yards and a TD this week, I would advise owners to sell high because the Pats offense is so unpredictable. There will be little consistency in the RB in a Bill O'Brien/BB run offense this year.
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Well, he basically did that last week with 10 carries.
 
I think he's definitely a guy you want to be holding... but between injuries and byes. He's now in my lineup....

 
'Terpman22 said:
I think he goes over 100 total yards, but gets multiple TD's to further the debate next week.
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IMO Terpman22, there won't be a debate if Ridley produces your projections. I would like to mention...First off, Bill Belichick wants a 'W'. I'm pretty sure he would also like to put up 50+ points against Rex Ryan. That being said, since Ryan proclaims the Jets are going back to the 'Ground & Pound'...I'm wondering if BB will try to go out of his way to out 'RUSH' the Jets this week to further embarrass the Jets with there own game plan? :unsure:

 
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I own Ridley and I am starting him over Starks.

I expect an over confident Ridley to get completely shutdown and fumble against the hated Jets ... putting him in BBs doghouse

Vereen filling in for the injured Woodhead will look awesome in the 3rd down back role further complicating the RB situation in NE.

 
'qimqam said:
I own Ridley and I am starting him over Starks. I expect an over confident Ridley to get completely shutdown and fumble against the hated Jets ... putting him in BBs doghouse Vereen filling in for the injured Woodhead will look awesome in the 3rd down back role further complicating the RB situation in NE.
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The thing is this is just as likely to happen as any other scenario.I like the confidence a lot of people have in Ridley but again, I think expectations need to be reigned in quite a bit. It would be GREAT if my fellow Terpman's prediction comes true but I'm a little more on the pessimistic side on this one. Please let me be wrong.....
 
'12punch said:
Welker is a pretty solid fantasy play.Do you think there's something inherently different about the rb position that keeps them on the bench if they're more talented than the other guy, and would be helping the team win if they were on the field?
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seems to me that the success of Welker (brady & receivers) is a valid reason that the RBs would have little fant value.--- that said, I have Ridley on the bench but could easily see him going off this week.
 
It will be interesting to see how BB uses Ridley in this game. Does he alternate series between BJGE and Ridley? If BJGE is ineffective early, does Ridley get most of the touches for the rest of the game? How does Vereen get worked into the running game? This game will go a long way in determining Ridley's value going forward.

 
'VaTerp said:
'qimqam said:
I own Ridley and I am starting him over Starks. I expect an over confident Ridley to get completely shutdown and fumble against the hated Jets ... putting him in BBs doghouse Vereen filling in for the injured Woodhead will look awesome in the 3rd down back role further complicating the RB situation in NE.
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The thing is this is just as likely to happen as any other scenario.I like the confidence a lot of people have in Ridley but again, I think expectations need to be reigned in quite a bit. It would be GREAT if my fellow Terpman's prediction comes true but I'm a little more on the pessimistic side on this one. Please let me be wrong.....
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I don't understand the Vareen love. Did you guys take him in dynasty instead of Ridley? He seems like the more talented back on paper but maybe not in the NFL. Ridley's sample size is small but he has produced. They trust him pass protection. Vareen may get a chance but do you really think he is going to produce a 10 carry 97 yd rushing performance and leap frog Ridley? No one but BB knows what he is thinking but he doesn't care what your draft position was. He plays you if you produce. Ridley is on the cusp of gaining his trust and becoming a bigger part of the game plan. Only time will tell who is right but I think it will be Ridley. A good game against the hated Jets will cement him in the lineup barring injury or a case of fumblitis. Though why anyone suggests that this is anymore likely for Ridley than Vareen is beyond me. What happens to all the Vareen talk if he comes out and drops a pass or 2 and fumbles? Ah well, things will be clearer for everyone after today I think.
 
The thing that sucks is that I have MJD and I couldn't possibly start Ridley over him, but I think New England will put up about 38 points while Jacksonville scores 10 and I have to pray Jones-Drew gets the touchdown.

I'd love to see a 15 carries for 100 yards and a touchdown for Ridley and watch him start to separate himself from the very average Benjarvis. Ridley would be an awesome fantasy starter if he'd be the man in NE.

 
I really believe that the NE offense is nothing like the 2006-2009 offense. They are more diverse and will run more, particularly as the weather gets worse. The group hasn't been completely heathy yet, but the 2TE sets with a huge right tackle (Vollmer or Solder) is going to feature more running. Also, NE has been running a good amount of no huddle, to attack the weakness is the defense on the field and to not allow substitutions. I think Ridley is the most complete back in terms of size, power, short yardage, medium-big play ability, and ability to catch a pass.

 
one of the attractive aspects to ridley is he's more of a 3rd down back than benny.

you put in your nickel against the pats on 3rd and they convert --- then they run no huddle, locking you in the nickel, which ridley should feast on.

 
'Deaddawg said:
'VaTerp said:
'qimqam said:
I own Ridley and I am starting him over Starks.

I expect an over confident Ridley to get completely shutdown and fumble against the hated Jets ... putting him in BBs doghouse

Vereen filling in for the injured Woodhead will look awesome in the 3rd down back role further complicating the RB situation in NE.
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The thing is this is just as likely to happen as any other scenario.I like the confidence a lot of people have in Ridley but again, I think expectations need to be reigned in quite a bit. It would be GREAT if my fellow Terpman's prediction comes true but I'm a little more on the pessimistic side on this one. Please let me be wrong.....
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I don't understand the Vareen love. Did you guys take him in dynasty instead of Ridley? He seems like the more talented back on paper but maybe not in the NFL. Ridley's sample size is small but he has produced. They trust him pass protection. Vareen may get a chance but do you really think he is going to produce a 10 carry 97 yd rushing performance and leap frog Ridley? No one but BB knows what he is thinking but he doesn't care what your draft position was. He plays you if you produce. Ridley is on the cusp of gaining his trust and becoming a bigger part of the game plan. Only time will tell who is right but I think it will be Ridley. A good game against the hated Jets will cement him in the lineup barring injury or a case of fumblitis. Though why anyone suggests that this is anymore likely for Ridley than Vareen is beyond me. What happens to all the Vareen talk if he comes out and drops a pass or 2 and fumbles? Ah well, things will be clearer for everyone after today I think.
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NO. I have Ridley in my redraft league and dropped Vereen earlier this year. But that's beside the point. Some people are capable of having objective observations whether or not they own certain players or not. Nothing in my post or the other post quoted with mine suggests Vereen love.

All we are saying is it would not surprise us in the least if Ridley performs below the lofty expectations many have expressed for him in this thread and if Vereen gets an opportunity today and impresses it could further complicate an already complicated RB situation.

IMO, that's as likely a scenario as Ridley going off for a buck and a score today.

 
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'Walton Goggins said:
'Kenny Powers said:
'Walton Goggins said:
WTF :confused: on yahoo's project pts for this weekend he is projected to get more pts than Beanie and Blount?
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Not like my team is any good, but he's got the 3rd most projected pts on my team this week :lol:
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I would laugh it off but a few of those guys on yahoo are #1 and #2 so far in fantasy football predictions. :confused:
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Yahoo projected pts for Ridley = 13.57Matthews = 15.51Beanie = 9.98Blount = 9.67
 
What's the status for NE's RB's today? Is Ridley going to get 10 carries today - what about Woodhead and the GJE?

 
'cubd8 said:
What's the status for NE's RB's today? Is Ridley going to get 10 carries today - what about Woodhead and the GJE?
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From Rotoworld:Danny WoodheadThe Boston Globe confirms that Danny Woodhead (doubtful, ankle) is "unlikely to play Sunday," after missing a third straight practice Friday.Woodhead's exit from last week's game led directly to more playing time for Stevan Ridley, who's shaping up as a quality flex start against an uncharacteristically soft Jets run defense. The extent of Woodhead's injury is unknown, but we suspect he would've gotten in at least some practice this week if it were a simple sprain. Look for BenJarvus Green-Ellis to start against New York, but Ridley to get a similar amount of touches and more yards. Oct 7 - 2:51 PMSource: Boston Globe
 
'Ketamine Dreams said:
'cubd8 said:
What's the status for NE's RB's today? Is Ridley going to get 10 carries today - what about Woodhead and the GJE?
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From Rotoworld:Danny WoodheadThe Boston Globe confirms that Danny Woodhead (doubtful, ankle) is "unlikely to play Sunday," after missing a third straight practice Friday.Woodhead's exit from last week's game led directly to more playing time for Stevan Ridley, who's shaping up as a quality flex start against an uncharacteristically soft Jets run defense. The extent of Woodhead's injury is unknown, but we suspect he would've gotten in at least some practice this week if it were a simple sprain. Look for BenJarvus Green-Ellis to start against New York, but Ridley to get a similar amount of touches and more yards. Oct 7 - 2:51 PMSource: Boston Globe
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Thanks, good information....NY could keep Ridley down today but it sounds like he'll have the opportunity to make some plays, that's all I can ask..
 
I just snagged Vereen off my waivers in dynasty. Because just when you think you know, you have no idea. Call it a shot in the dark. I like to reserve a my last roster spot for dark horses.

 
'Sabertooth said:
I just snagged Vereen off my waivers in dynasty. Because just when you think you know, you have no idea. Call it a shot in the dark. I like to reserve a my last roster spot for dark horses.
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I do that too. Unfortunately I have enough dead weight on my roster that I have about 6 dark horses now... If Vereen is available, he's a decent shot..
 
First drive of the game... let's see if he comes in for the second drive... will be interesting.

 
'Saint said:
I think he's definitely a guy you want to be holding... but between injuries and byes. He's now in my lineup....
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This. half my team is on a bye this week, so he's in the line up as RB2. w/ SJax having been hurt i've been scrambling for someone I can use as a fill in and an occasional flex play...I think Ridley could be a very nice option in that role.
 
not seeing the talent in Mr. Ridley!!! GJGE is looking better and has not looked bad enough in the past few weeks for all the Ridley hype!

Should have got on the Battle ship!

 
Against a good run d like the Jets, the more disciplined runner who will take what the defense will give them is going to be more effective. I wouldn't write the kid's obituary just yet

 
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