The No. 1 fantasy TE will be Colston! :evilcackle: (1 Viewer)

[LordHusker]

I know that some owners -- aka the ones who weren't savvy enough to pick up rookie Marques Colston after week one -- will argue that it's unfair to start him as a TE even in eligible online leagues: My money leagues use Yahoo and EA Sports (which has worked great, by the way) to run operations, and both list him as a WR/TE. There are always a couple of two-position guys like this in fantasy football and baseball. Every year. They just aren't always productive, so they don't draw much notice. And, the fact is, Colston started out being looked at as a TE by NFL teams, despite the fact he played WR at Hofstra. So I have no ethical problem starting him at TE. It's just another Shark Move, baby. At first, I was a little concerned about whether he's a stronger start than Antonio Gates. But, right now, I've got LJ Smith benched in one league and Gates in the other. Colston is an every-week starter in my mind as TE -- THE No. 1 fantasy TE for 2006.

Thoughts after three weeks? Is Colston going to finish with the top TE numbers for 2006? I know this is a "controversial" topic for some owners. But loopholes are loopholes. Slither through them if you can!

1. Colston

2. Winslow

3. LJ Smith

4. Gates

5. Shockey

 

[Kleck.]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

 

[LordHusker]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Thanks for your contribution.

 

[Godsbrother]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Same with me.

 

[Kleck.]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Thanks for your contribution.

You're welcome.

 

[CA_7]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues either.

You must be in one of the free Yahoo public leagues.

 

[goldenchild]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues either.You must be in one of the free Yahoo public leagues.

 

[RIM]

the schedule is about to change for New Orleans...i don't see him keeping up his current pace once teams start accounting for him in their game plans.

 

[Todem]

My g-d he is not a TE so give it up already.

He is WR end of story and a great story this year. And I was smart enough to take a risk on picking him up in multiple dynasty leagues. He has looked great. If you play in leagues that have him as such you need to change sites and step up in some competition. That is flat out weak that some sites list him as TE when he clearly is a WR.

 

[sprtsfan33]

Not a quality choice of tight end

 

[comfortably numb]

The #1 fantasy TE will be a TE.

 

[smcindoe]

You must be in one of the free Yahoo public leagues.

He's a TE in all Yahoo leagues, public, private or otherwise. I don't believe the Yahoo position assignments can be edited by commisioners.

 

[LordHusker]

My g-d he is not a TE so give it up already.He is WR end of story and a great story this year. And I was smart enough to take a risk on picking him up in multiple dynasty leagues. He has looked great. If you play in leagues that have him as such you need to change sites and step up in some competition. That is flat out weak that some sites list him as TE when he clearly is a WR.

 

[John]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"

P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

 

[LordHusker]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

Thank you for at least addressing the OP. It took a dozen posts for someone to contribute something worthwhile.

 

[ImTheScientist]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Not in mine either.....only in yahoo leagues....which are a joke anyways.

 

[ImTheScientist]

If your league does allow him to be used as a TE then your league is not very up to date. And if your league is a high $$$$ league and he is available at TE then you have even more problems. This is not Fantasy Baseball and players should not be able to qualify for multiple positions, and for positions they do not play. This reflects poorly on your league, and your level of competitions.......... now, continue to play FF with your kids grade school friends.

 

[⚡DEADHEAD⚡]

The right sentiment is being communicated in this thread.

Carry on.

 

[3C's]

I wish I could use him as a TE. MY WR's suck that bad. Have to use Colston as a WR and Heap as my TE. When Heap is on bye, I'll use Colston as a TE. Someone just got a little impatient though and dropped Santana Moss, so maybe I'll get lucky there.

 

[Plainsman]

Why does everyone assume that when someone is in a yahoo league that it is a public league full of teenagers? I would bet that most everyone here that visits these sites are in competitive leagues or else they not have any need to come here for info. Another question, does it really make youself feel better to come on here and flame someone who actually has a valid opinion and looking for support? Personally, I get more frustrated when noone answers my post then when I get flammed. Obviously your parents failed to teach you if you dont have anything nice (for our purposes any contributions) to say then dont say anything at all. I hope you feel better

Anyways, yes I think colston in those leagues that have him listed as wr/te will finish def in the top 3 and most likely #1

 

[CA_7]

Why does everyone assume that when someone is in a yahoo league that it is a public league full of teenagers? I would bet that most everyone here that visits these sites are in competitive leagues or else they not have any need to come here for info. Another question, does it really make youself feel better to come on here and flame someone who actually has a valid opinion and looking for support?

Sorry, I overlooked the original poster's "valid opinion" because of his arrogance and ego.

 

[ImTheScientist]

Why does everyone assume that when someone is in a yahoo league that it is a public league full of teenagers? I would bet that most everyone here that visits these sites are in competitive leagues or else they not have any need to come here for info. Another question, does it really make youself feel better to come on here and flame someone who actually has a valid opinion and looking for support? Personally, I get more frustrated when noone answers my post then when I get flammed. Obviously your parents failed to teach you if you dont have anything nice (for our purposes any contributions) to say then dont say anything at all. I hope you feel betterAnyways, yes I think colston in those leagues that have him listed as wr/te will finish def in the top 3 and most likely #1

I would rather have someone be honest with me and not sugar coat everything. We are all big boys now....the truth hurts.

 

[LordHusker]

If your league does allow him to be used as a TE then your league is not very up to date. And if your league is a high $$$$ league and he is available at TE then you have even more problems. This is not Fantasy Baseball and players should not be able to qualify for multiple positions, and for positions they do not play. This reflects poorly on your league, and your level of competitions.......... now, continue to play FF with your kids grade school friends.

 

[PsychoMan]

I didn't think the original poster had much arrogance & ego ... sounded like the following 12 posters had some though ...

More good info on Colston here:

http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...howtopic=272127

If a Fantasy Football service lists him at a WR/TE then suck it up instead of cry about it. So many babies with egos around here ...

 

[gorf]

in leagues where he qualifies as a TE, i'd probably put him behind gates, on par with guys like heap & shockey, and ahead of everyone else.

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

 

[urbanhack]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Thanks for your contribution.

He doesn't line up at TE, why is he considered a TE?

 

[LordHusker]

Anyways, yes I think colston in those leagues that have him listed as wr/te will finish def in the top 3 and most likely #1

Another post addressing the actual OP. Thanks! What do you forecast for TDs and yardage?

 

[PsychoMan]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Thanks for your contribution.

He doesn't line up at TE, why is he considered a TE?

Why don't you ask yahoo & the other services that list him that way, not Lord Husker.

 

[Slinger]

Any leagues that has him at TE is an absolute joke. Guppy Central if you will.

 

[BrentBlack]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

The fact that any big money league would use Yahoo is odd to me.

 

[LordHusker]

in leagues where he qualifies as a TE, i'd probably put him behind gates, on par with guys like heap & shockey, and ahead of everyone else.

You'd put him behind Gates? Hmmm. I'm just worried that the Rivers/Gates connection isn't quite going to match up with the Brees/Colston one, which looks even stronger than the Brees/Horn one. I still feel like he's going to finish ahead of all other TEs. But thanks!

 

[Plainsman]

Why does everyone assume that when someone is in a yahoo league that it is a public league full of teenagers? I would bet that most everyone here that visits these sites are in competitive leagues or else they not have any need to come here for info. Another question, does it really make youself feel better to come on here and flame someone who actually has a valid opinion and looking for support?

Sorry, I overlooked the original poster's "valid opinion" because of his arrogance and ego.

Well this is what is wrong with these boards. Everyone focuses on the negative and not on the positive aspects of a post. Look at how the dude who posted the breaking news on TO was treated. He got flammed for 3 pages eventhough he stayed there and continued to post that he was not full of crap. Now we have to sift through the flame to get the valuable info. Its sad but everyone wants to be the first and most clever to bash someone.

 

[ImTheScientist]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

The fact that any big money league would use Yahoo is odd to me.

You pay a $500 entry fee buy you can't spend $50 on quality software

 

[ImTheScientist]

Why does everyone assume that when someone is in a yahoo league that it is a public league full of teenagers? I would bet that most everyone here that visits these sites are in competitive leagues or else they not have any need to come here for info. Another question, does it really make youself feel better to come on here and flame someone who actually has a valid opinion and looking for support?

Sorry, I overlooked the original poster's "valid opinion" because of his arrogance and ego.

Well this is what is wrong with these boards. Everyone focuses on the negative and not on the positive aspects of a post. Look at how the dude who posted the breaking news on TO was treated. He got flammed for 3 pages eventhough he stayed there and continued to post that he was not full of crap. Now we have to sift through the flame to get the valuable info. Its sad but everyone wants to be the first and most clever to bash someone.

80% of topics posted are flame, so what do you expect........this topic is an example of flame!

 

[Mungo Burrows]

He's not a TE in any of my leagues.

Thanks for your contribution.

He doesn't line up at TE, why is he considered a TE?

Because during the pre-draft period he was considered a possible TE player coming out of college based on his size and strength. Yahoo set up their data with this possibility in mind, and when it became apparent that NO was using him as a WR they did not remove the TE designation because taking away a players position designation after teams have started drafting could seriously F-up some leagues. They made an initial mistake by classifying him at TE in their initial data setup, but at least they didn't compound the problem by taking it away after teams had started drafting. He won't be listed at TE next year.FF is about making the most given the setup and rules as they exist. Those who understand these rules best and take advantage of them will do well, and grabbing Colston to play TE is an example of that.

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

A couple of my leagues are run there, and it actually has a few little things I like better than some of the high-end sites. The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

 

[Plainsman]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

The fact that any big money league would use Yahoo is odd to me.

You pay a $500 entry fee buy you can't spend $50 on quality software

Some just dont need all the extra options. A colston or cooley last year is not that big of a deal. Why spend 50 bucks of your winnings on stuff you really dont need. Its like bashing someone for driving a honda civic instead of ferrari. Give it a rest.

 

[BrentBlack]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

They should be since they have to be paid for.

 

[Phurfur]

I'm using LT as my TE. He will be #1.

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

A couple of my leagues are run there, and it actually has a few little things I like better than some of the high-end sites. The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

Oh, and yes, I have Colston in both leagues... I don't agree that he should be startable at TE, but I'll be damned if I'm going to let someone else get the advantage. Also, I think there is a possibility he could finish #1, but what are the chances Yahoo finally switches him to a WR?

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

They should be since they have to be paid for.

True, but it's less than the other sites'.

 

[The Football Freak]

Sour grapes guys...

Anyway, he can be played as a TE but is catching receiver routes so it will be easier to get the yardage that a TE would in large chunks. As for TD's, he is the WR2 on that team and is locked onto like a TE (which they dropped from that team, I would assume, because of Colston) in the red zone, so he has a great chance to be the #1 TE and do pretty well amongst the WRs as well.

 

[BrentBlack]

I play in a $500 league where he is listed as a TE and I have him. I guess I need to "Step up in some competion"P.S He will be the number 1 TE this year

The fact that any big money league would use Yahoo is odd to me.

You pay a $500 entry fee buy you can't spend $50 on quality software

Some just dont need all the extra options. Its like bashing someone for driving a honda civic instead of ferrari.

Extra options like....DivisionsAnything other then first come first serve waiversFree Live ScoringYahoo isn't a Honda Civic....it's a Yugo.

 

[BrentBlack]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

They should be since they have to be paid for.

True, but it's less than the other sites'.

10 per team ends up being over 100 for most leagues. That's more expensive then most online services actually.

 

[Two Deep]

in leagues where he qualifies as a TE, i'd probably put him behind gates, on par with guys like heap & shockey, and ahead of everyone else.

You'd put him behind Gates? Hmmm. I'm just worried that the Rivers/Gates connection isn't quite going to match up with the Brees/Colston one, which looks even stronger than the Brees/Horn one. I still feel like he's going to finish ahead of all other TEs. But thanks!

If he was actually a TE this may hold some water.

 

[ImTheScientist]

I'm using LT as my TE. He will be #1.

Why doesn't footballguys list Colston in their rankings as a TE, and can someone please show me a magazine or website that will have him listed as a TE? This is just stupid.

 

[Mungo Burrows]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

A couple of my leagues are run there, and it actually has a few little things I like better than some of the high-end sites. The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

Oh, and yes, I have Colston in both leagues... I don't agree that he should be startable at TE, but I'll be damned if I'm going to let someone else get the advantage. Also, I think there is a possibility he could finish #1, but what are the chances Yahoo finally switches him to a WR?

Their rules state that they won't. They'll add a position, but not remove one.

At the beginning of the Fantasy Football season, Yahoo! Sports placed all players into positions based on information from official rosters. Some players might appear in multiple position lists and are eligible to fill any of those positions.

In-season updates to position eligibility are made only if it is clear that the player's primary position has changed. Players do not lose position eligibility at any time during the season.

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

on the yahoo thing -- yahoo public leagues generally are not competitive -- no argument there. but there are many competitive leagues out there that do use yahoo, because it's free, and because it's what they've always done. to say that no competitive league can be run on yahoo is ignorant.

The Live stats are as good as any I've seen.

They should be since they have to be paid for.

True, but it's less than the other sites'.

10 per team ends up being over 100 for most leagues. That's more expensive then most online services actually.

$10 per user...Anyway, this is OT...

 

[The Football Freak]

Geez, it seems impossible to have a thread talking about Colston. Cooley was RB/TE eligible last year, and there was nowhere near the amount of vitriol for him.

 

[Grigs Allmoon]

At the beginning of the Fantasy Football season, Yahoo! Sports placed all players into positions based on information from official rosters. Some players might appear in multiple position lists and are eligible to fill any of those positions.

In-season updates to position eligibility are made only if it is clear that the player's primary position has changed. Players do not lose position eligibility at any time during the season.

I had a feeling that might be the case...