Andy Hicks
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I don't think so.It's getting late, and I need the help, so I'll ask hereCan/Should I play SJax over Portis this week?
Man I hate to hear those words.Alright, have an hour to decide on this wuss or FargasJohn Clayton says "Should be back and effective. Maybe not full workload, 16-17 touches, but should be effective because he's getting the explosion back that was missing after the injury".
Get outta here. Its 10 after 12 on gameday. He is playing, what more do you need to see in here?Let's leave WDIS out of this thread.Thanks.
Understandable that you would say that but getting help in the ACF is a joke.Let's leave WDIS out of this thread.Thanks.
WOOHOO!Lets roll
whatever it takesSo threadjacking a pinned injury status thread is the answer.Understandable that you would say that but getting help in the ACF is a joke.
Yeah I was trying to find anything I can about his status since the FF playoffs start next week and I need him. . .According to a message on a Rams' fan forum (who knew?):"It is now being reported that Haslett pulled him because he thought he was gassed. Jackson says this is not the case and he is tired of hearing things like this being said about him. Apparently, SJ wanted to be in there, but it was a coach's decision ...." Of course, there is no source so guess we'll just have to wait and see. But if (IF) that's accurate, at least it doesn't sound like he aggravated the leg injury.any updates on how he felt after the game? Anyone actually see him play? Stats look pretty good, wondering how he'll respond in the next few days.ETA:Steven Jackson carried 21 times for 94 yards and caught a 16-yard pass in the Rams' Week 13 loss, but was replaced late in the game by Antonio Pittman.S-Jax looked spry and explosive in the first half, but perhaps having to go to the locker room stiffened up his thigh. While he played in the third quarter, he was mostly ineffective and Pittman finished up in unproductive fashion. It will be worth checking Wednesday's practice report to see if Jackson had a setback. The Rams play the Cardinals in Week 14.
This is coming together exactly like I needed it to for my one league. I have been struggling filling the RB2 hole for weeks now. I got lucky in week 12 with Pierre Thomas, but having SJax seemingly back at a time when his schedule should be full of soft defenses for my fantasy playoffs could be a lifesaver.Jackson said his injured thigh didn't feel any worse on Monday than it did going into the game against the Dolphins on Sunday, the Post-Dispatch reports.Spin: That's good news for Jackson owners who were crossing their fingers that he didn't suffer any setbacks to his strained quad. As long as he can get through the week of practice there's no reason to think he won't be in the lineup in Week 14 against Arizona.
Um, you can't.I'm still not sure if I can start him over Slaton and Hillis.
He almost went for 100 yards pretty easily, hopefully he can get a slightly larger workload and rack up some more yards, I like him as a solid #2 RB for the playoffs with a huge upside.Against a pretty good def, and only 1 carry in the fourth qtr...he had a great day. I think he'll be money in the next 3 wks if he can stay healthy.
I think that is an accurate assessment of his value over the next few weeks. Included in the upside is SJax being more involved in the passing game with screen passes.He almost went for 100 yards pretty easily, hopefully he can get a slightly larger workload and rack up some more yards, I like him as a solid #2 RB for the playoffs with a huge upside.Against a pretty good def, and only 1 carry in the fourth qtr...he had a great day. I think he'll be money in the next 3 wks if he can stay healthy.
Seeing him out there again on Sunday, really reminds you of how awesome this guy really is. I think with all the injuries and how bad the Rams have been the last 2 years, its easy to forget. He really is a phenomenal talent.Against a pretty good def, and only 1 carry in the fourth qtr...he had a great day. I think he'll be money in the next 3 wks if he can stay healthy.
Solid #2RB? This guy is a 1st round talent and put up very good numbers when he was healthy. I see him as one of the highest scoring RBs over the next 3 weeks...barring a setback.He almost went for 100 yards pretty easily, hopefully he can get a slightly larger workload and rack up some more yards, I like him as a solid #2 RB for the playoffs with a huge upside.Against a pretty good def, and only 1 carry in the fourth qtr...he had a great day. I think he'll be money in the next 3 wks if he can stay healthy.
I agree. SJax definitely has a large upside, but the QB play from the Rams has been absolutely horrendous this year (compared to last year, for example, when SJax was injured for many games). Since things are a little bit different for the Rams this season, I have to agree with Hue G that I can only really consider SJax a solid RB#2 option at this point. He could clearly be the guy for which Deuce's Wild is hopeful, but that is certainly not a sure thing right now.The problem/concern is not Jackson, it's the Rams. One TD in the last 4 games. They have to find a way to get near the endzone for SJ to get some TDs. or at best he might get 120-140 combined yards/game. The only hope is that week 15,16 are at home and Sea and SF are not all that great. If Bulger and Green keepturning the ball over 3-4 times a game that is going to seriously limit SJ fantasy numbers.
I have him in, but don't think I would over Slaton. I have him over Cotchery, Avery, Walter, JLewis, much easier decision for me.What's teh consensus on SJax? Are people rolling the dice and starting him? Over who?I'm on the fence between him and Slaton.
Yeah, same here. I've got Slaton in there in place of SJAX for RB2. They're both looking at a solid 15-20 touches, but I feel much more confident in the Texans scoring 20+ points and keeping the game close (Rams could likely score <10 points again). Also, Slaton's backup is less likely to play a large role (Moats vs. Pittman). Plus Slaton was a big reason I made the playoffs with last week's performance ...I have him in, but don't think I would over Slaton. I have him over Cotchery, Avery, Walter, JLewis, much easier decision for me.What's teh consensus on SJax? Are people rolling the dice and starting him? Over who?I'm on the fence between him and Slaton.
Maybe Haslett will actually let him play in the fourth quarter!Participated in full at yesterday's practice. Upgraded to probable. SportingNews digital paper this morning said that his thigh is becoming less of an issue and is practicing/playing at full speed. Finally!
Just make it through this week Steven, I need you next week vs Seattle.