Steve Slaton going forward (1 Viewer)

[gianmarco]

Surprisingly not much being said about this situation here on the boards. This guy is the #7 ranked RB in terms of pts scored in my ppr league. He was starting to put up some nice fantasy points. And then, just like that, owners were killed this week with his benching. Moats is going to be one of the hottest WW pickups of the year as a result. That being said, Kubiak was reported to have said that Slaton is still the starter.

So, what now? Does he return as starter but with shorter leash? RBBC? Lose the job?

 

[Sammy Traveller]

I'm guessing Slaton still gets the touches. He's too valuable for the Texans to ditch him, especially when they're trying to catch up with the Colts. I don't think Kubiak is as stupid as Jack Del Rio who benched Sims-Walker for a boo-boo that was NOT committed on the field.

 

[steelcityman]

They will start slaton, and keep him in as long as he doesnt fumble. Also expect to see Moats get 25% of the snaps, and a lot more if/when Slaton drops the rock again. This is only my opinion.

Also, keep in mind, HOU was winning most of the game v BUFF, when they are behind o rneeding to score quickly, Slaton is more valueable since he is a good back out of the backfield.

I dont know if Moats can do that.

 

[John 14:6]

Here's a tidbit from Sportsline:

Coach: Texans will use three RBs

Steve Slaton, RB HOU

News: Speaking with the media on Monday, Texans head coach Gary Kubiak expressed an interest in using Steve Slaton, Ryan Moats and Chris Brown as part of a three-headed rushing attack going forward. Saying he was in no hurry to make a decision, Kubiak will judge the running backs based on their strengths as well as what down and distance the Texans are facing. Moats took Slaton's place on the field at Buffalo in Week 8 following Slaton's fifth lost fumble of the season and tore it up for over 150 total yards and three touchdowns. Slaton finished with the fumble and only 10 receiving yards, giving him a negative performance in standard-scoring leagues.

Analysis: We're guessing that Brown will continue to work at the goal line and in some pass-blocking situations while Moats and Slaton will split the other reps. Kubiak did hint that Slaton's receiving skills were a bit better than Moats', so perhaps he'll go into a third-down role. Regardless, the whole situation is a potential mess. If you own Slaton, treat him as a middle- to low-end No. 3 Fantasy rusher and aim to get Moats off waivers. Moats will be targeted by many Fantasy owners as a priority waiver claim and could be equally useful as a No. 3 rusher. Brown is no better than a low-end option, especially since he has struggled in his role as a goal-line back. The Texans might do fairly well on the ground in Week 9 playing against the Colts.

 

[Knobs]

He's looked awful running the football. His coach has repeatedly said (and shown) he wants a goal line guy. Slaton has been unable to curb his fumbling.

In redraft leagues, you probably have to hold onto the guy as the offers for him are limited. And I'd probably play him next week.

But I'd also move him ASAP if you get a nice offer from an owner who thinks they're buying low.

 

[yellowdog]

They will start slaton, and keep him in as long as he doesnt fumble. Also expect to see Moats get 25% of the snaps, and a lot more if/when Slaton drops the rock again. This is only my opinion.

Also, keep in mind, HOU was winning most of the game v BUFF, when they are behind o rneeding to score quickly, Slaton is more valueable since he is a good back out of the backfield.

I dont know if Moats can do that.

Houston was behind 10-9 going into the 4th quarter.

 

[Banger]

Slaton is a good receiver but has been bad at running the ball. He's on a good offense with weapons and doesn't have to face stacked fronts yet still only avg'd 3.1 ypc. People are getting on LT for his running but he's older, was injured, his line is worse and he's still running better than Slaton.

I think slaton becomes a Bush type RB and they have Moats as the PT/Bell. Last year had about 320 touches and this year it'll be closer to 250 without the goal line action. Next year all bets are off.

 

[Sammy Traveller]

Slaton is a good receiver but has been bad at running the ball. He's on a good offense with weapons and doesn't have to face stacked fronts yet still only avg'd 3.1 ypc. People are getting on LT for his running but he's older, was injured, his line is worse and he's still running better than Slaton. I think slaton becomes a Bush type RB and they have Moats as the PT/Bell. Last year had about 320 touches and this year it'll be closer to 250 without the goal line action. Next year all bets are off.

what effect does Daniels' injury have on Slaton? Defenses can key more on the running game, I think.

 

[Buckna]

None of the Texans RB's have looked good running the football until the Buffalo game. Moats avg'd 3.7 ypc on 15 carries against Oakland. Chris Brown is avg'ing 3.3ypc on 43 carries and the majority of those are not short yardage or goalline.

With the 2 starting guards out for the year, I doubt any of the Texans RB's are going to be lighting up the field all that often for the rest of the year. If Slaton can't fix his fumbling problems this could be a RBBC nightmare.

From a fantasy standpoint, I would hope Slaton turns the fumbling around because he's the best RB on the roster right now and adds a lot of value with his receiving skills. If he can't turn it around, the Texans will be forced to add another guy into the mix next year making the situation even muddier.

Edit: Apparantely ESPN's stats on fumbles was incorrect.

 

[NumNums]

This should hopefully make Slaton hold onto the ball better, and kinda wake his #### up with all those fumbles. Some players do better knowing that if they keep playing and performing in a bad way, they'll get a lesser role or get benched. As some people say, seeing is believing. Slaton probably thought he'd never get benched for such actions and well, he knows better now . Wish Slaton put up the points Moats did last week and I could have had a couple of those loses in my fantasy leagues turn into wins.

 

[Knobs]

This should hopefully make Slaton hold onto the ball better, and kinda wake his #### up with all those fumbles. Some players do better knowing that if they keep playing and performing in a bad way, they'll get a lesser role or get benched. As some people say, seeing is believing. Slaton probably thought he'd never get benched for such actions and well, he knows better now . Wish Slaton put up the points Moats did last week and I could have had a couple of those loses in my fantasy leagues turn into wins.

This was not the first time Slaton was benched for fumbling.

 

[steelcityman]

They will start slaton, and keep him in as long as he doesnt fumble. Also expect to see Moats get 25% of the snaps, and a lot more if/when Slaton drops the rock again. This is only my opinion.

Also, keep in mind, HOU was winning most of the game v BUFF, when they are behind o rneeding to score quickly, Slaton is more valueable since he is a good back out of the backfield.

I dont know if Moats can do that.

Houston was behind 10-9 going into the 4th quarter.

sorry, I cant see that far from Pittsburgh. But my point remains, Slaton is their best option for most situations. I am happy, in a way, that Kubiak has challenged them it seems. Slaton better realize his ### is in the doghouse, but he can keep himself out by not fumbling. No one should confuse Slaton to Earl Campbell, his rushing ability aint great, but in PPR leagues he is worth playing. He can turn a screen pass into a TD PDQ.Chris Brown is garbage and the Moats effect will go away also, movie of the week is all he is.

 

[Moonlight_Graham]

They will start slaton, and keep him in as long as he doesnt fumble. Also expect to see Moats get 25% of the snaps, and a lot more if/when Slaton drops the rock again. This is only my opinion.

Also, keep in mind, HOU was winning most of the game v BUFF, when they are behind o rneeding to score quickly, Slaton is more valueable since he is a good back out of the backfield.

I dont know if Moats can do that.

Houston was behind 10-9 going into the 4th quarter.

sorry, I cant see that far from Pittsburgh. But my point remains, Slaton is their best option for most situations. I am happy, in a way, that Kubiak has challenged them it seems. Slaton better realize his ### is in the doghouse, but he can keep himself out by not fumbling. No one should confuse Slaton to Earl Campbell, his rushing ability aint great, but in PPR leagues he is worth playing. He can turn a screen pass into a TD PDQ.Chris Brown is garbage and the Moats effect will go away also, movie of the week is all he is.

I can see where Slaton owners wishfully agree with you.

 

[fantasizing]

Loooks like Moats might be the short yardage/ goaline guy. Slaton has probably the most value as a receiver, especially now that Daniels is out for the season. Expect even more screens and dumps from Schaub to Slaton.

 

[flyonthewall]

Loooks like Moats might be the short yardage/ goaline guy. Slaton has probably the most value as a receiver, especially now that Daniels is out for the season. Expect even more screens and dumps from Schaub to Slaton.

This. Moats was kept in at the goal line. He scored 3 4th qtr TD's of 11, 1, and 3 yards. Slaton will still start and will see more work in the passing game, but expect his carries to be reduced. Slaton still has very good value especially in PPR leagues with Daniels out for the season. Chrissy Brown will continue to be a non-factor. Just my opinion and I am a Slaton owner in a non-ppr league.

 

[Beau Tocks]

Paging Mr. Tiki Barber,

Teach the boy how to hang on to the ###### BALL !!

 

[Holy Schneikes]

Just traded him away in a dynasty. I wasn't TOO worried about the fumbles, though that obviously didn't help. I just didn't like how bad he looked running the football.

The team has been wanting and needing a better RUNNER at RB. And maybe they have one on their roster. Slaton's receiving skills will keep him involved, but they won't make him startable for fantasy purposes if he's only getting a small piece of the pie.

 

[bjabrad]

Despite the injury to Daniels that shut down the entire offense AJ included I'm betting that HOU will find a new pass catching TE that will take pressure off Slaton and away from AJ to keep the defenses honest. If HOU can't find a reliable TE to throw to then I think everybody's fantasy numbers go into the toilet (Schaub, Slaton and AJ).

 

[TheFanatic]

Despite the injury to Daniels that shut down the entire offense AJ included I'm betting that HOU will find a new pass catching TE that will take pressure off Slaton and away from AJ to keep the defenses honest. If HOU can't find a reliable TE to throw to then I think everybody's fantasy numbers go into the toilet (Schaub, Slaton and AJ).

You think that Daniels warranted that much attention from the opposing team to tank the entire offense?

 

[ninerfanatic492000]

for people thinking this will motivate Slaton to better play didn't follow Slaton/Devine at the end of Salton's WV career. Slaton doesn't perform well when looking over his shoulder and it also seems he needs to be a workhorse to get things going(albeit his size). i know he blamed fumbling on his wrist in college

 

[Wreckincrew]

for people thinking this will motivate Slaton to better play didn't follow Slaton/Devine at the end of Salton's WV career. Slaton doesn't perform well when looking over his shoulder and it also seems he needs to be a workhorse to get things going(albeit his size). i know he blamed fumbling on his wrist in college

I blame his hands mostly and his arms a little.