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The Trent Richardson Thread (3 Viewers)
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RhymesMcJuice
Footballguy
True, but the way I look at it is the defense is even better than it was in 2012 and all Fitzpatrick needs to be is a game manager who doesn't make mistakes.
bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
He gets a lot of hate, so people think of him as a bad or below average QB, but I've seen some statistics that place him right around "perfectly average" for an NFL QB. And if he is indeed a good fit for the system (which he appears to be), then a team with Fitzpatrick, a strong running game, and a strong defense should indeed be able to challenge for the division. Especially with an early 2 game head start.
https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/06/28/obrien-and-fitzpatrick-a-match-made-in-irish-heaven/
https://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2014/06/22/houston-texans-offense-fear-the-beard/
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
Josh the FunkDOC
Footballguy
yea, ryan fitzpatrick is a really good example of the phenomenon where every QB has to be either amazing or god-awful. so many people just don't think to place QBs anywhere in the middle, which is where a guy like fitzpatrick likely belongs. shaun hill, kirk cousins, & maybe even jason campbell could all fit into this as well.
ghostguy123
Footballguy
Or maybe I'll wait a week and try to get T Rich cheaper. No way does Bradshaw become a volume workhorse for this high scoring team.
amnesiac
beer is good
if this is a dynasty, i would suggest you just quit right now.
need2know
Footballguy
bradshaw has looked really good. hes got a long injury history but it is possible he takes this job and stays a strong rb2 from here on out. i wouldnt write him off yet...
Dr. Octopus
Footballguy
I'd say he's average to below average. He's got a weak arm and for a Harvard guy he makes some really dumb decisions. On the plus side he's fiery, tough and is a better scrambler/runner than one would think. I enjoyed watching him play and it's hard not to root for the guy, but he's really not a playoff caliber QB.Houston has a two game head start but they've played Washington and Oakland. The Colts played at Denver and Philly. like I said a strong running game and a top defense can go a long ways though.
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Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
Coeur de Lion
Footballguy
Really? You really think that he's going to get the 300+ carries he needs to hit 1000 yards despite Bradshaw obviously being the superior RB? He got a lot of work Monday night, sure, but the Colts aren't good enough to be playing with a lead like that week in and week out. Getting close to 40 team rushing attempts isn't going to be the norm for them this year.
Jrodicus
Footballguy
Yeah, I'd easily take Hyde on value alone.
If you don't have faith in Hyde, I'm sure you could more for him than just Richardson (if this is dynasty).
If it's redraft, Richardson has a better chance of becoming a lead back (based on Bradshaw's injury history), but Hyde has much higher upside.
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
Oh lord no.Air Stich said:
Raider Nation
Devil's Advocate
Bracie Smathers
Footballguy
TheLurkerBelow
Footballguy
From Rotoworld:
Colts waived RB Dion Lewis.
DT Kelcy Quarles has been plucked off the Patriots' practice squad in a corresponding roster move. Lewis looked like he might get some playing time when the Colts signed him on September 9, but they're apparently satisfied with Boom Herron behind Trent Richardson and Ahmad Bradshaw. Under-sized at 5-foot-8, 195 pounds, Lewis owns a career 4.8 YPC through 36 carries. Sep 16 - 3:13 PM
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I hope that is a "Oh lord no" for not offering up Hyde. It can't be an "Oh lord no" it won't get accepted, because I'm pretty sure anyone in their right mind would trade Richardson for Hyde in a dynasty league and to a lesser extent redraft.jdoggydogg said:
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bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
LETS START THIS GUY THIS WEEK!!!!!
he has to do something vs JAX right????
he has to do something vs JAX right????
Coeur de Lion
Footballguy
Its obviously redraft.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
I believe I would still want Hyde and sit him until his role increases as the season progresses.
Fair enough. I was just pointing out that I think Richardson is a decent buy low option. I have Hyde in multiple leagues and he's the only guy I could realistically trade to get Richardson. I'm not TRYING to deal Hyde, but I would like to get a share of T Rich at these prices. This board makes it seem like he's completely worthless. I wonder if his owner feels the same?
Insein
Footballguy
shoecrew22
Footballguy
Picked up bradshaw this week with the last ww priority, apparently im the only one in my league who needed a RB...lol
I like Bradshaw vs JAX a lot....
I like Bradshaw vs JAX a lot....
jdoggydogg
Footballguy
Sorry I wasn't clear: Hyde is the one to own by a mile. I wouldn't trade Hyde for Peterson. That's insanity.
adam220891
Footballguy
Scooped kniles davis on waivers this week but looks like JC is in...guess I'm trotting out TR...damn
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Jrodicus
Footballguy
The past couple years, the Colts have settled for a lot of field goals instead of getting TDs. It looks like they are trying to get more creative in the red zone (which I'm happy about).
Against the Eagles when the Colts went for it on 4th and goal, they sent in Richardson, but once he was about half way out, they called him back and sent out other personnel. They set up in a run formation, but passed to Bradshaw for the score.
Right before half time, they got to about the 4 yard line and sent Richardson in. Bradshaw was talking in his ear like he was trying to get him fired up. He went for 2 yards. Next play, out of run formation, Jack Doyle got the TD catch.
In the past they have been pretty conservative near the red zone, but it looks like they're opening things up a bit. Luck could end up top 3 with passing TDs but outside of the top 7-8 in yardage. That would bode well for whichever RB is catching passes near the goal line - currently Bradshaw.
Against the Eagles when the Colts went for it on 4th and goal, they sent in Richardson, but once he was about half way out, they called him back and sent out other personnel. They set up in a run formation, but passed to Bradshaw for the score.
Right before half time, they got to about the 4 yard line and sent Richardson in. Bradshaw was talking in his ear like he was trying to get him fired up. He went for 2 yards. Next play, out of run formation, Jack Doyle got the TD catch.
In the past they have been pretty conservative near the red zone, but it looks like they're opening things up a bit. Luck could end up top 3 with passing TDs but outside of the top 7-8 in yardage. That would bode well for whichever RB is catching passes near the goal line - currently Bradshaw.
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John 14:6
Jesus is Lord!
I've got him going in both my ppr leagues now. One ahead of lacy, the other Asiata...
need2know
Footballguy
Dr. Octopus
Footballguy
Clifford
Footballguy
Granted I have been in his corner since college, but did no one else see him correct the most prevalent mistakes Monday night? Didn't dance behind the line. Saw holes develop and hit them. Gained yards after contact. Consistently got positive yards between the tackles. Of course the fumbles were bad but prior to this game, fumbles weren't the main thing I was looking for him to correct. In terms of a game, average because of the fumbles, otherwise above average. But in terms of correcting the tendencies that I have seen as holding him back, it was a fantastic game for him.
Coeur de Lion
Footballguy
21 - 79 against a terrible run defense isn't "above average" at all. He looked like he always has to me -- runs really hard and can be fine when a big hole opens up right where it's supposed to. The key factor is how he looks relative to Ahmad Bradshaw behind the same line -- and that's not a flattering comparison for Richardson at all.
Coeur de Lion
Footballguy
With Bradshaw getting both the short yardage and passing down work, Richardson shouldn't be anywhere near your lineup no matter who he's playing. 20 - 70 isn't exactly exciting.
RBM
Footballguy
This is just dishonest and I can't take you serious. I understand it's fun to bag on the guy but to say he looked like he has previously is horse ####.Now I'm not running to put him in my lineup or anything, but if he runs like he did Monday night I will start considering him again.
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rockaction
Footballguy
If they line up eight blockers and a TE in the backfield, then yes, anybody will look good.
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
Kool-Aid Larry
Footballguy
I'll just assume that was a bomb threat and pass this thread along to homeland security
