Tatum Bell vs. The Baltimore Defense (1 Viewer)

[packersfan]

Bell's the unquestioned starter in Denver. He's averaging 5.1 YPC and is coming off a terrific game against the Patriots two weeks ago.

The Ravens rank No. 1 in the league in rushing defense. They are allowing a staggering 2.6 YPC.

Last season, Bell rushed for 63 yards on 16 carries in a matchup against the Ravens in Denver.

The Broncos have been a rushing machine in recent seasons. The Ravens' defense has been playing lights out so far - especially against the run.

So who wins this matchup? Can the Broncos do what no other team has done - run the ball well against Baltimore - or will this be a game where Plummer has to win it for them?

 

[jurb26]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

 

[gman8343]

or will this be a game where Plummer has to win it for them?

That usually doesn't end well...

 

[grabnmcbutt]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

 

[JAA]

This is a very difficult matchup for me. The only confidence that I get when starting Tatum is that LT2 didnt get completely shutout agsint Bal. Though LT2 didnt stud out against them, he didnt buckle. A team that sticks to the run should have the information they need to at least make a showing against Bal.

 

[jurb26]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> MartyDen at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

 

[Marc Levin]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

LT gave up late game carries to Turner. 7 carries for 40+ yards.I think LT would have easily busted 100 yards if he carried all the late game carries.That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

 

[jurb26]

That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

Whats got you thinking this when Tatum was named "the man" and he was plenty effective vs NE?

 

[Marc Levin]

P.S. - since TBell is noone's RB1, play the matchups. If your other RB2 has a poor matchup. TB's a good bet,. If your RB2 has a decent matchup, might be a good idea to look elsewhere this week.

My original RB2 behind LT is Bush, and I'll be playing TBell this week as my RB2.

 

[Marc Levin]

That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

Whats got you thinking this when Tatum was named "the man" and he was plenty effective vs NE?

b/c TBell's gonna get stuffed early and often by Bal.

 

[Marc Levin]

and NE's rush D suXor:

Pats are giving up 4.3 YPR

Baltimore's giving up 3.4

 

[jurb26]

That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

Whats got you thinking this when Tatum was named "the man" and he was plenty effective vs NE?

b/c TBell's gonna get stuffed early and often by Bal.

How many carries are you expecting out of Den in this game!?!? 25 from Tatum alone and he will be used in a RBBC in the early portions. Wow!

 

[Da Guru]

I see Tater struggling early..then breaking off some big gains later in the game.

 

[moleculo]

Does Baltimore play a 3-4 or a 4-3?

Traditionally, denver has struggled against Baltimore - here's what happened last year.

The den O hasn't really gotten on track yet this year; I'm not sure a game vs Baltimore is when they put it all together.

 

[Marc Levin]

How many carries are you expecting out of Den in this game!?!?

35 rushes - at least.I would not be surpriused to see 40 carries from Denver.And please STOP putting words in my mouth - this is the second thread you have done that. I didn't say "RBBC" early - I said "mixing it up."

 

[On The Rocks]

I have a crappy set of RB's

S. Alexander

D. Foster

F. Taylor

L. Maroney (not so crappy)

T. Bell

J. Norwood

M. Jones-Drew

I can play three and I don't think there is any way in heck I would play Bell against this years Raven defense.

 

[Marc Levin]

and NE's rush D suXorats are giving up 3.7 YPRBaltimore's giving up 2.6

:corrected myself:

 

[gman8343]

I have a crappy set of RB'sS. AlexanderD. FosterF. TaylorL. Maroney (not so crappy)T. BellJ. NorwoodM. Jones-DrewI can play three and I don't think there is any way in heck I would play Bell against this years Raven defense.

I'd probably take a chance on Bell instead of Freddy T...

 

[packersfan]

I have a crappy set of RB'sS. AlexanderD. FosterF. TaylorL. Maroney (not so crappy)T. BellJ. NorwoodM. Jones-DrewI can play three and I don't think there is any way in heck I would play Bell against this years Raven defense.

I'd probably take a chance on Bell instead of Freddy T...

I like Foster a lot this week against Cleveland for what it's worth.

 

[rascal]

Thankfully Baltimore isn't playing a 3-4, Denver doesn't do well against the massive lineman in a 3-4, but it will still be a struggle. I wouldn't count on more then 80 yards and maybe a TD from Bell.

 

[packersfan]

This leads to something I always find interesting -- when a good offense meets a good defense most people will automatically side with the defense. But should that be the case? The Ravens are No. 1 in rushing defense. The Broncos are No. 4 in rushing offense. Plus they're at home. Something has to give in this game but I think many, if not most, people would say the Ravens have the upper hand.

I'm not so sure I agree. Why shouldn't the offense have the advantage in such a scenario? Is it not possible the Broncos' strength running the ball will prove superior to the Ravens' ability to stop the run?

 

[rascal]

This leads to something I always find interesting -- when a good offense meets a good defense most people will automatically side with the defense. But should that be the case? The Ravens are No. 1 in rushing defense. The Broncos are No. 4 in rushing offense. Plus they're at home. Something has to give in this game but I think many, if not most, people would say the Ravens have the upper hand.I'm not so sure I agree. Why shouldn't the offense have the advantage in such a scenario? Is it not possible the Broncos' strength running the ball will prove superior to the Ravens' ability to stop the run?

Denver's history against Baltimore:2002: 93 rushing yards and a TD (52 receiving yards on 7 receptions)2003: 86 rushing yards 0 TD's (29 receiving yards on 6 reception)2005: 89 rushing yards and 0 TD's (63 receiving yards on 6 receptions and 1 TD)

 

[lord_helmet]

I don't see Balt doing much on offense in this game, plenty of 3 and outs esp if Denver can shut down Heap. The Balt D will see the field alot and wear down late in the game, no way they get to 5-0 at Mile High

Go Broncos!

 

[roadkill1292]

Does Baltimore play a 3-4 or a 4-3?

Traditionally, denver has struggled against Baltimore - here's what happened last year.

The den O hasn't really gotten on track yet this year; I'm not sure a game vs Baltimore is when they put it all together.

That's an astute observation. The Ravens have some sort of weird semi-dominance over the Broncos the past few years, maybe since the Super Bowl run. Maybe their defensive speed and physicality disrupts a fairly small offensive line that depends on timing to open holes.Having said that, I remain surprised that the Ravens are unbeaten with their struggling offense. Losing Mulitalo and going into Denver against, presumably, a pretty pumped up crowd, is a recipe for defeat.

 

[Stompin' Tom Connors]

Does Baltimore play a 3-4 or a 4-3?

Traditionally, denver has struggled against Baltimore - here's what happened last year.

The den O hasn't really gotten on track yet this year; I'm not sure a game vs Baltimore is when they put it all together.

That's an astute observation. The Ravens have some sort of weird semi-dominance over the Broncos the past few years, maybe since the Super Bowl run. Maybe their defensive speed and physicality disrupts a fairly small offensive line that depends on timing to open holes.Having said that, I remain surprised that the Ravens are unbeaten with their struggling offense. Losing Mulitalo and going into Denver against, presumably, a pretty pumped up crowd, is a recipe for defeat.

Why are you surprised? They went all the way to Superbowl victory with a middling offence and a ho-hum QB in Dilfer. This team's success has been predicated on stifling D and an offence that is able to put just enough points on the board to stay ahead.But I'm learning this year that looking at how teams have historically played each other -- and how they've handled specific skill positions or players -- is instructive. I think TBell will have an average day yardage-wise. The big winner in Denver fantasy-wise is going to be Elam.

 

[roadkill1292]

Does Baltimore play a 3-4 or a 4-3?

Traditionally, denver has struggled against Baltimore - here's what happened last year.

The den O hasn't really gotten on track yet this year; I'm not sure a game vs Baltimore is when they put it all together.

That's an astute observation. The Ravens have some sort of weird semi-dominance over the Broncos the past few years, maybe since the Super Bowl run. Maybe their defensive speed and physicality disrupts a fairly small offensive line that depends on timing to open holes.Having said that, I remain surprised that the Ravens are unbeaten with their struggling offense. Losing Mulitalo and going into Denver against, presumably, a pretty pumped up crowd, is a recipe for defeat.

Why are you surprised? They went all the way to Superbowl victory with a middling offence and a ho-hum QB in Dilfer. This team's success has been predicated on stifling D and an offence that is able to put just enough points on the board to stay ahead.But I'm learning this year that looking at how teams have historically played each other -- and how they've handled specific skill positions or players -- is instructive. I think TBell will have an average day yardage-wise. The big winner in Denver fantasy-wise is going to be Elam.

I guess my surprise stems from the way they pulled the last two games out at the last minute. That's been a rare feature around here for quite some time.Yeah, the formula remains intact, though the defense is not what it was in 2000 (not many ever will be that good). Maybe a couple of years of watching the QB woes have made me easily startled when I see actual competency when it matters.

 

[Rhino802]

Tater definately has a shot at 100 and maybe a TD, but his success will be predicated on how Den D fares against Balt O. If (a big if) Balt can get out to an early lead, that enables the D to do a lot more run blitzes and force Den into potential 2nd/3rd and long situations. Taters odd improve as the Loss of Mulitlao makes the line look even more like JO and the matadors.

I would imagine the D will focus on the run game and force Plummer to beat them. To answer the one question, base D is 4-3 but on any given play they'll shift lineman and backers around into 3-4 fronts.

 

[grabnmcbutt]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> MartyDen at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

Because Denver has been so over powering on the ground this season I'll take SD and LT on the road over Denver and Bell at home.

 

[hakras]

I don't see Balt doing much on offense in this game, plenty of 3 and outs esp if Denver can shut down Heap. The Balt D will see the field alot and wear down late in the game, no way they get to 5-0 at Mile HighGo Broncos!

 

[Raiders Fan]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> MartyDen at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

Dude do you nail every top RB in the rankings?? LJ before now LT.. Baltimore is giving up a big 2.6YPC.. I think Tatum will be lucky to get 50 yards..

 

[Marc Levin]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> MartyDen at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

Dude do you nail every top RB in the rankings?? LJ before now LT.. Baltimore is giving up a big 2.6YPC.. I think Tatum will be lucky to get 50 yards..

if his name is not Portis, jurb must attack.

 

[Raider Nation]

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Pretty much what I wrote in the "My Team Rules" thread earlier today:

Might as well mark it for posterity, I'm 1.000 at 4-0. I'm probably losing next week to the 1-3 team in my division, though. Rudi Johnson's my RB2 and he's on a bye, while my RB3, Tatum Bell, faces off vs. the Ravens. Randy Moss is a sit, Javon Walker could be a sit as well since he's in Baltimore too, so it looks like Plax and Reggie Williams are my WRs next week. Larry Johnson and Tater as RBs, Alex Smith or Lord Byron at QB, Ben Waston ( ) at TE. Jags D vs the Jets or Miami vs. NE (a consideration since the Fins always play the Pats well). Hopefully Stover manages some figgies on MNF, though, to give me a shot. My 1-3 opponent will have Manning (vs. TEN), McGahee, Dillon, and gets to play 2 of Braylon/Coles/SMoss. Bills or Steelers D, Kasay at K, Baker or a WW pickup at TE. Doesn't feel like a win going in.

Don't sit Bell OR Walker. Every great defense has at least one subpar game during the course of the season. Next Monday night might be Baltimore's. The Ravens were just in two straight dogfight games, they have to travel to Denver -- one of the most difficult places to play, and the Broncos are coming off of a bye.Bad spot all around for the Ravens. Start all your Broncos.

 

[SSOG]

That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

Whats got you thinking this when Tatum was named "the man" and he was plenty effective vs NE?

Denver historically averages 33 carries per game.33 carries times 16 games = 528 carries per season.

Even if Tatum hits the near-mythical 20 carry per game mark, there will still be double digit carries to go around for the rest of the offense.

Thankfully Baltimore isn't playing a 3-4, Denver doesn't do well against the massive lineman in a 3-4, but it will still be a struggle. I wouldn't count on more then 80 yards and maybe a TD from Bell.

Denver doesn't do well against Baltimore, whether they play a 3-4 or a 4-3.

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> Marty

Den at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

Because Denver has been so over powering on the ground this season I'll take SD and LT on the road over Denver and Bell at home.

Ummm... they have. They're 4th in the league with 150 yards per game rushing, which is pretty much par for the course. They're also 4th in ypa.My take on the matchup...

First off, I don't like it. Baltimore's tough. I think Tatum Bell could be in for a bad day in reality football. The problem, of course, is that a bad day in reality football isn't necessarily always a bad day in fantasy football. Tatum Bell could carry 24 times for 48 yards, and then on his 25th carry break a 52 yard run and make it to the 100 yard mark.

The one thing in Tatum's advantage is that Shanahan obviously thinks he's ideally suited to attacking Baltimore's defense. Last season, the Baltimore game was the *ONLY GAME* all season long where Tatum and Mike were both healthy, yet Tatum registered a noticeable advantage in total carries. Tatum got 16 carries vs. Baltimore, while Mike got 8. At no other point during the season did Tatum finish with 2 or more carries more than Mike Anderson (assuming Mike Anderson was healthy and playing). What does this mean? Obviously Shanahan thinks Tatum matches up better with Baltimore than a pounder might. That's a good thing for Tatum Bell owners.

Start him if you got him.

 

[taz]

That said, I predict Shannie mixes up MBell and TBell a lot in the early part of th egame to soften the Bal. D and to keep TB fresh for late in the game. I predict the Broncos will have 150+ yards rushing, and TB will have around 80 yards on 25-ish carries.

Whats got you thinking this when Tatum was named "the man" and he was plenty effective vs NE?

Denver historically averages 33 carries per game.33 carries times 16 games = 528 carries per season.

Even if Tatum hits the near-mythical 20 carry per game mark, there will still be double digit carries to go around for the rest of the offense.

Thankfully Baltimore isn't playing a 3-4, Denver doesn't do well against the massive lineman in a 3-4, but it will still be a struggle. I wouldn't count on more then 80 yards and maybe a TD from Bell.

Denver doesn't do well against Baltimore, whether they play a 3-4 or a 4-3.

I think Bell wins. Only becuase Den is coming off a bye, will be fresh, at home, Balt is coming off a tough physical game vs SD, has a long way to travel and Shanny got 2 weeks to prepare. Just too much in favor of Den for this one IMO.

Last week LT had what 96 yards? I don't see Bell out producing LT against Balt's D

Yeah, because if LT can't do it nobody can. Shanny >>> Marty

Den at Home >>>>>> SD on the road

Because Denver has been so over powering on the ground this season I'll take SD and LT on the road over Denver and Bell at home.

Ummm... they have. They're 4th in the league with 150 yards per game rushing, which is pretty much par for the course. They're also 4th in ypa.My take on the matchup...

First off, I don't like it. Baltimore's tough. I think Tatum Bell could be in for a bad day in reality football. The problem, of course, is that a bad day in reality football isn't necessarily always a bad day in fantasy football. Tatum Bell could carry 24 times for 48 yards, and then on his 25th carry break a 52 yard run and make it to the 100 yard mark.

The one thing in Tatum's advantage is that Shanahan obviously thinks he's ideally suited to attacking Baltimore's defense. Last season, the Baltimore game was the *ONLY GAME* all season long where Tatum and Mike were both healthy, yet Tatum registered a noticeable advantage in total carries. Tatum got 16 carries vs. Baltimore, while Mike got 8. At no other point during the season did Tatum finish with 2 or more carries more than Mike Anderson (assuming Mike Anderson was healthy and playing). What does this mean? Obviously Shanahan thinks Tatum matches up better with Baltimore than a pounder might. That's a good thing for Tatum Bell owners.

Start him if you got him.

TBell's best matchups should come against quicker defenses, so it'll be interesting to see how he does vs. Baltimore.

 

[faulkfan]

Baltimore wins the game and the matchup.

I'm guessing Tatum has 75 combined yards (60 rushing and 15 receiving) and no TDs. I see Elam having to win this game for Denver as Baltimore's "D" will really tighten up inside their 30.

 

[packersfan]

The problem, of course, is that a bad day in reality football isn't necessarily always a bad day in fantasy football. Tatum Bell could carry 24 times for 48 yards, and then on his 25th carry break a 52 yard run and make it to the 100 yard mark.

I'd say that's a good day for reality football as well. It's also a prime example of why you shouldn't stop pounding away with the running game against a good defense - especially when your RB is a home-run hitter like Bell. The first 24 carries could be pedestrian but that 25th could be the one that decides the game. Chester Taylor had something similar in Week 2 against the Panthers. He didn't do much for most of the game and then hit a big one late and that was a big part of the Vikings' victory. Given how the Broncos' defense is playing well and the Ravens' offense isn't I would expect Bell to get 20-25 carries this week. I don't know how well he'll do with most of them (I would think if he reaches 75-80 yards that would be a good day) but there's always that possibility that one of his carries will be a huge run. And in a close game (which I expect this game to be) that's what you're looking for.

 

[agent 86]

The one thing in Tatum's advantage is that Shanahan obviously thinks he's ideally suited to attacking Baltimore's defense. Last season, the Baltimore game was the *ONLY GAME* all season long where Tatum and Mike were both healthy, yet Tatum registered a noticeable advantage in total carries. Tatum got 16 carries vs. Baltimore, while Mike got 8. At no other point during the season did Tatum finish with 2 or more carries more than Mike Anderson (assuming Mike Anderson was healthy and playing). What does this mean? Obviously Shanahan thinks Tatum matches up better with Baltimore than a pounder might. That's a good thing for Tatum Bell owners.Start him if you got him.

It's interesting that you bring up that point since the exact opposite seemed to be true last Sunday when Turner (who is more the pounder) was able to have more success vs. the Raven D than LT who is better in the open field. Until I read you post, I was actually thinking MBell could have more success this week, since he runs more in the style of Turner.

 

[kupcho1]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Unless I play him

 

[SeniorVBDStudent]

and NE's rush D suXorats are giving up 3.7 YPRBaltimore's giving up 2.6

:corrected myself:

Week 1 23/89/1 (Mcgahee)Week 2 20/49/0 (Barlow et al)Week 3 31/135/0 (Bell1 and Bell2)Week 4 14/65/1 (Rudi)The Denver game got out of hand by 2 long ball TDs to Javon.Outside of that NE is giving up roughly 20/75/0.5, and has only allowed 2TDs to date, both to uber studs.Your suxor claim looks a little suspect.

 

[Raiders Fan]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Unless I play him

I don't think that is close to true.. Shall we go back in time?? How about Tampa Bay last year??? Talk about over-rated.. Now they were not 4-0 but were 7-1 at one point.. The 2001 Chicago Bears. They were the most over-rated team in history I think.. Not sure you can call one of the best Defenses in the league one of the worst 4-0 teams. Their numbers are similar to 2000.. Great D and an offense that is ok..

 

[ravnzfan]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Unless I play him

I'll take the "Tater under 180/2"....and on the 4-0?

it ain't pretty...but it's been pretty effective!

BTW...I don't see another road win, but Denver will know it was in a game

Bronc's 20-16, as McNair comes up short on "the drive-III"

 

[One]

Bell's gonna be fine.

Denver knows how to get their backs yardage. All of the play action, bootlegs, ect... Denver will keep Baltimore fairly honest and Tinker will move chains enough for a good fantasy start.

90 yds/1TD

3rec/20ryds

20 pts in some PPRs

 

[Raider Nation]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Did you read the thread at all?

 

[kupcho1]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Unless I play him

I'll take the "Tater under 180/2"....and on the 4-0?

it ain't pretty...but it's been pretty effective!

BTW...I don't see another road win, but Denver will know it was in a game

Bronc's 20-16, as McNair comes up short on "the drive-III"

"ravnzfan"C'mon. I know you can only play your schedule, but TB, Cle and Oak + a game that was basically handed to you on a silver platter by Marty does not a powerhouse make. Sometimes its better to be lucky than good, and I think the first 4 weeks of the season proves that.

Unless BAL can get their offense untracked, they will be hard pressed to do better than .500 over the next 4 weeks.

 

[kupcho1]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Did you read the thread at all?

Yeah, but I didn't see anyone calling for a Denver rout with a breakout day against a good defense for Tatum. But maybe I didn't read closely enough.

 

[massraider]

I guess I'll play the contrarian here. I think Denver beats the living tar out of Baltimore this week. The Ravens are the worst 4-0 team I've seen in a long while.

Denver is rested and at home; Tatum goes off this week for 180 yards (combined) and 2 TDs.

Unless I play him

Yeah, I'm with this guy. Maybe not the TBell projections, but I think the Ravens are getting a lot of undeserved hype right now. People ranking them #1? I disagree with that. We'll see if that rush D is as good as those numbers suggest.

 

[posty]

I would start Bell for two reasons...

1. It is Monday night in Denver...

2. Baltimore really didn't play good running teams in 3 of their first 4 games...

 

[Raider Nation]

Q for the Tatum owners:

Would you rather have him or Marvin Harrison?

You know Bell is now a big-time back when the Marv owner offers him up to me.

And though I'm deep at RB, I honestly have to think it over.

 

[delusional]

sadly bell is my 1a 1b RB since SA went down and i traded him

i am starting fred taylor though :( lol

 

[skillz]

I don't know what you mean by "win"? 100 yards? TD? for Tatum Bell.

I think he gets around 20 carries for about 75 yards, no TD's. Unfortunately I have to start him since he is my only decent option at RB2 this week. I am holding out hope that Denver plays its best game of the season offensively since Walker finally broke out v. New England. Maybe that will open things up a bit more for the running game. Denver has also had an extra week to game plan for Baltimore due to its bye last week.