varmint cong
Footballguy
Hi my name is ____, I'm a travis Henry fool, I bought into the Hype, got burned and lost. please shoot me!!
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Travis Henry Support Group (1 Viewer)
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I learned my lesson as well. Started Henry over Fred Taylor AND Frank Gore. I never thought I'd say that the Houston run Defense shut me down two weeks in a row.....luckily Tomlinson carried me to another winI didn't lose, but will never listen to the hype again.....I will always start my best players!!!!!
Hamburglar
Footballguy
varmint cong
Footballguy
I had LJ and henry and lost , if i had started anyone else on my bench i would have won(foster, chester, benson), i knew it but was lurred in by the hype.
never again!!
never again!!
JAA
Footballguy
Thats pretty funny considering chester hasnt even played yet ...
Peep It Yo!
Footballguy
:( I am a Henry owner and got burned by the hype. Thanks Travis! Had Gore and Lundy on my bench. Whoops! 
sandlotshrink
Footballguy
We are a two keeper league so our draft really begins in the 3rd round. Anyway, we had an owner give away his second round pick in 2007 for Henry so I can only imagine what he was feeling like 
then 
then varmint cong
Footballguy
lost by 3 pts pretty confident that chester could exceed thatJAA said:
jaisonline
Footballguy
Add me to the list. I dropped M. Turner for this stiff. I only needed one semi good week from this guy since SA is coming back next week. My other RBs are done with byes (K.Jones and W.Parker).varmint cong said:
PahtyTom
Footballguy
Count me in. I was in a must win game so I traded Maroney for him straight up in a redraft just so I could play him this week vs. Hou. Runs for 180 and a touch vs. me 2 weeks ago then I trade for him and he goes for 29 and a 1.9 avg at home versus the worst fantasy run defense for me. Thanks Travis you bum!
Oh well. (part of a larger trade)
varmint cong
Footballguy
die..henry...die!!
5-ish Finkle
Footballguy
I squeaked out a win by about eight 100ths of a point with Henry in my lineup. I could have started ANY of my other RBs who weren't on a bye and had at least 8 points and an earlier night, since I wouldn't have had to sweat watching the Cowboys sunday night.
Only needed Henry for this one week...you'd think he could have at least remembered to suit up. My ulcer can't take many more of those.
Only needed Henry for this one week...you'd think he could have at least remembered to suit up. My ulcer can't take many more of those.
Our Gang
Footballguy
Thought I learned my lesson last week when I started Reggie Williams over Hines Ward. This week I started Henry over Julius Jones- Lost by 3. I listened to the FBG projections. I promise from here on out to NEVER EVER bench my studs,
broncofan13000
Footballguy
bump for the Travis Henry crowd.
Anybody comfortably starting this guy?
Anybody comfortably starting this guy?
top dog
Footballguy
I'm considering starting him over Warrick Dunn...bump for the Travis Henry crowd.Anybody comfortably starting this guy?
wannabee
Footballguy
My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask 
) that you should start Henry only in the games you expect Tennesse to play with the lead. I, then, tell Bloom that I know he is right and we go to another topic.
I think Bloom is right. Henry gets a ton of carries when the Titans are ahead.
) that you should start Henry only in the games you expect Tennesse to play with the lead. I, then, tell Bloom that I know he is right and we go to another topic.I think Bloom is right. Henry gets a ton of carries when the Titans are ahead.
wannabee
Footballguy
And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
Riggghhhhtt.Just like the game vs. Indy, yes?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Go eat a burrito, Kreskin.And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
wannabee
Footballguy
They were in that game. How about the game before vs Dallas? Take things in context. There have been a few games where the Titans have not been in games, and Henry has not been a good fantasy start those games. But, the Titans have improved and been in games most had not thought they would have a slim chance.Here are Henry's Game Logs:| WK OPP | RSH YD | RECYD | TD |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| 1 nyj | 9 22 | 2 | 2 || 3 mia | 21 60 | 10 | 0 || 5 ind | 19 123 | 10 | 0 || 6 was | 32 178 | 3 | 1 || 8 hou | 15 29 | 0 | 0 || 9 jax | 19 67 | 0 | 0 || 10 bal | 27 107 | 0 | 1 |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| TOTAL | 142 586 | 25 | 4 Now, look at in the context of the game results:+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| Week | Opponent | Result | Score |+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| 1 | New York Jets | L | 16-23 || 2 | at San Diego Chargers L | 7-40 || 3 | at Miami Dolphins | L | 10-13 || 4 | Dallas Cowboys | L | 14-45 || 5 | at Indianapolis Colts | L | 13-14 || 6 | at Washington Redskins W | 25-22 || 7 | || 8 | Houston Texans | W | 28-22 || 9 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | L | 7-37 || 10 | Baltimore Ravens | L | 26-27If you look at the three blowout losses, Henry was ineffective ... just like most RBs. Also, the Titans were ahead for much of the Baltimore game so he got carries there. Henry has benn a surprise, but I think he has been erratic enough that he is hard to gauge. His great games cme because he received a ton of carries, other than game one where two TDs helped. Since you are such a smart guy, you start Henry and let me know how it works out for you.Riggghhhhtt.Just like the game vs. Indy, yes?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Go eat a burrito, Kreskin.And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
OK, professor ... prior to the Indy game ... would YOU have said they'd "be in it"?Uh huh.Dismissed.They were in that game. How about the game before vs Dallas? Take things in context. There have been a few games where the Titans have not been in games, and Henry has not been a good fantasy start those games. But, the Titans have improved and been in games most had not thought they would have a slim chance.Here are Henry's Game Logs:| WK OPP | RSH YD | RECYD | TD |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| 1 nyj | 9 22 | 2 | 2 || 3 mia | 21 60 | 10 | 0 || 5 ind | 19 123 | 10 | 0 || 6 was | 32 178 | 3 | 1 || 8 hou | 15 29 | 0 | 0 || 9 jax | 19 67 | 0 | 0 || 10 bal | 27 107 | 0 | 1 |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| TOTAL | 142 586 | 25 | 4 Now, look at in the context of the game results:+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| Week | Opponent | Result | Score |+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| 1 | New York Jets | L | 16-23 || 2 | at San Diego Chargers L | 7-40 || 3 | at Miami Dolphins | L | 10-13 || 4 | Dallas Cowboys | L | 14-45 || 5 | at Indianapolis Colts | L | 13-14 || 6 | at Washington Redskins W | 25-22 || 7 | || 8 | Houston Texans | W | 28-22 || 9 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | L | 7-37 || 10 | Baltimore Ravens | L | 26-27If you look at the three blowout losses, Henry was ineffective ... just like most RBs. Also, the Titans were ahead for much of the Baltimore game so he got carries there. Henry has benn a surprise, but I think he has been erratic enough that he is hard to gauge. His great games cme because he received a ton of carries, other than game one where two TDs helped. Since you are such a smart guy, you start Henry and let me know how it works out for you.Riggghhhhtt.Just like the game vs. Indy, yes?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Go eat a burrito, Kreskin.And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
wannabee
Footballguy
before the Houston game, would you have started him?Nice try there.OK, professor ... prior to the Indy game ... would YOU have said they'd "be in it"?Uh huh.Dismissed.They were in that game. How about the game before vs Dallas? Take things in context. There have been a few games where the Titans have not been in games, and Henry has not been a good fantasy start those games. But, the Titans have improved and been in games most had not thought they would have a slim chance.Here are Henry's Game Logs:| WK OPP | RSH YD | RECYD | TD |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| 1 nyj | 9 22 | 2 | 2 || 3 mia | 21 60 | 10 | 0 || 5 ind | 19 123 | 10 | 0 || 6 was | 32 178 | 3 | 1 || 8 hou | 15 29 | 0 | 0 || 9 jax | 19 67 | 0 | 0 || 10 bal | 27 107 | 0 | 1 |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| TOTAL | 142 586 | 25 | 4 Now, look at in the context of the game results:+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| Week | Opponent | Result | Score |+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| 1 | New York Jets | L | 16-23 || 2 | at San Diego Chargers L | 7-40 || 3 | at Miami Dolphins | L | 10-13 || 4 | Dallas Cowboys | L | 14-45 || 5 | at Indianapolis Colts | L | 13-14 || 6 | at Washington Redskins W | 25-22 || 7 | || 8 | Houston Texans | W | 28-22 || 9 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | L | 7-37 || 10 | Baltimore Ravens | L | 26-27If you look at the three blowout losses, Henry was ineffective ... just like most RBs. Also, the Titans were ahead for much of the Baltimore game so he got carries there. Henry has benn a surprise, but I think he has been erratic enough that he is hard to gauge. His great games cme because he received a ton of carries, other than game one where two TDs helped. Since you are such a smart guy, you start Henry and let me know how it works out for you.Riggghhhhtt.Just like the game vs. Indy, yes?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Go eat a burrito, Kreskin.And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
Answer the question ... before the Indy game, would YOU have said the same (they won't be in it)?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Mmmmk.before the Houston game, would you have started him?Nice try there.OK, professor ... prior to the Indy game ... would YOU have said they'd "be in it"?Uh huh.Dismissed.They were in that game. How about the game before vs Dallas? Take things in context. There have been a few games where the Titans have not been in games, and Henry has not been a good fantasy start those games. But, the Titans have improved and been in games most had not thought they would have a slim chance.Here are Henry's Game Logs:| WK OPP | RSH YD | RECYD | TD |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| 1 nyj | 9 22 | 2 | 2 || 3 mia | 21 60 | 10 | 0 || 5 ind | 19 123 | 10 | 0 || 6 was | 32 178 | 3 | 1 || 8 hou | 15 29 | 0 | 0 || 9 jax | 19 67 | 0 | 0 || 10 bal | 27 107 | 0 | 1 |+----------+-------------+--------+----+| TOTAL | 142 586 | 25 | 4 Now, look at in the context of the game results:+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| Week | Opponent | Result | Score |+--------+-------------------------------+----------+---------+| 1 | New York Jets | L | 16-23 || 2 | at San Diego Chargers L | 7-40 || 3 | at Miami Dolphins | L | 10-13 || 4 | Dallas Cowboys | L | 14-45 || 5 | at Indianapolis Colts | L | 13-14 || 6 | at Washington Redskins W | 25-22 || 7 | || 8 | Houston Texans | W | 28-22 || 9 | at Jacksonville Jaguars | L | 7-37 || 10 | Baltimore Ravens | L | 26-27If you look at the three blowout losses, Henry was ineffective ... just like most RBs. Also, the Titans were ahead for much of the Baltimore game so he got carries there. Henry has benn a surprise, but I think he has been erratic enough that he is hard to gauge. His great games cme because he received a ton of carries, other than game one where two TDs helped. Since you are such a smart guy, you start Henry and let me know how it works out for you.Riggghhhhtt.Just like the game vs. Indy, yes?Travis vs. Indy: 19-123.Go eat a burrito, Kreskin.And, this game versus the Eagles would not qualify for the above. They should be down early and often.My gb, Bloom, and I have had this discussion several times. He tells me over and over (every time I ask
Sleeper 43
Footballguy
I think the potential trend is getting looked into a little too much.
If I was looking for a trend it seems like in the 1 game that alot of us started him they gave LenDale a shot.
I'm not sure why or how but I think that was a test run or something (maybe to see if LenDale was ready to blowup?) and they have gone back to Henry from there on out.
What concerns me is how many games do the Titans have to lose until they start getting thier future (LenDale White) most of the reps.
I personally think hes done enough to get a shot somewhere as a number 1 next season(GreenBay might be nice)
Id be curious to see how others view Henry's performance this season and what impact it may have on his future.
If I was looking for a trend it seems like in the 1 game that alot of us started him they gave LenDale a shot.
I'm not sure why or how but I think that was a test run or something (maybe to see if LenDale was ready to blowup?) and they have gone back to Henry from there on out.
What concerns me is how many games do the Titans have to lose until they start getting thier future (LenDale White) most of the reps.
I personally think hes done enough to get a shot somewhere as a number 1 next season(GreenBay might be nice)
Id be curious to see how others view Henry's performance this season and what impact it may have on his future.
varmint cong
Footballguy
I am a big fan of Henry, i think he is really talented, esp when he was in BUf, when he landed in Tenn, i thought he was underutilized...however this yr i think the issue is the Ten offense more so than henry.
I started this thread, used him that one game,when he was supposed to go off, got burned, banned him to bench, but somehow am thinking of using him this wk over Rbs like chester/foster..am i crazy?
I started this thread, used him that one game,when he was supposed to go off, got burned, banned him to bench, but somehow am thinking of using him this wk over Rbs like chester/foster..am i crazy?
I am also a Henry fan. Saying he is not effective in games where Tenn trails can be said of almost ANY RB. The only difference is the perception that Tenn is more likely to trail. With Young at the helm, their offense is starting to click(see Drew Bennett), which should keep them in games. That should give Henry, who is easily the primary back, plenty of carries. Also, teams have to account for Young's ability to run which opens up holes for Travis!!!
wannabee
Footballguy
I agree with you, but only to a point. I am a fan of Henry's and wish he was in Houston, or other place where he would not have anyone looking over his shoulder.You touched on a couple of things that I disagree with. First of all, it is NOT true that all RBs suffer when their team is behind ... even by a ton. Many RBs make up for the loss of rush yards with an abundance of receiving yards. Look above and see how many catches and yards Henry gets. Not enough to make up for the Titans being out of the game.Secondly, above I stated that I think the Titans are improving. But, they are still a very young team. Outside of Drew Bennett, the best WRs are all youngand improving (Jones, Williams, etc), save the little used Wade. The Titans have Henry, a rookie QB, and a 2nd year TE in Scaife to go with these young WRs. With this youth, the Titans will be an up and down team. Given the above that Henry does not get many receptions, it is difficult trying to figure out which games he will do well by trying to assess which games the Titans will be in or winning.Overall, I like Henry's talent. He still has to deal with White and being on a young team. It would be nice to see Henry in a situation that we could easily rate, but this year's Titans make it difficult.I am also a Henry fan. Saying he is not effective in games where Tenn trails can be said of almost ANY RB. The only difference is the perception that Tenn is more likely to trail. With Young at the helm, their offense is starting to click(see Drew Bennett), which should keep them in games. That should give Henry, who is easily the primary back, plenty of carries. Also, teams have to account for Young's ability to run which opens up holes for Travis!!!
varmint cong
Footballguy
wannabe , i agree with your analysis completly, back in the day when he was a stud RB in BUF he caught a ton of balls, it pains me that they dont use him properly and more effectively
Yeah, young teams are up and down, which can account for some of Henry's rollercaoster ride. Most teams go away from the run when trailing significantly. Whether the primary RB is part of the hurry up package or not can dictate touches as well as how a team uses backs for receiving.I haven't seen anything from White to concern me. Young, on the other hand, IS a threat at the goalline to steal touches/TD's from Henry.I, also, would love to see his talent in a system where he is better utilized and that is easier to predict. Since that is not likely to be the case this year or next year, and my main league is a keeper, I will have a tough choice next year!!!I agree with you, but only to a point. I am a fan of Henry's and wish he was in Houston, or other place where he would not have anyone looking over his shoulder.You touched on a couple of things that I disagree with. First of all, it is NOT true that all RBs suffer when their team is behind ... even by a ton. Many RBs make up for the loss of rush yards with an abundance of receiving yards. Look above and see how many catches and yards Henry gets. Not enough to make up for the Titans being out of the game.Secondly, above I stated that I think the Titans are improving. But, they are still a very young team. Outside of Drew Bennett, the best WRs are all youngand improving (Jones, Williams, etc), save the little used Wade. The Titans have Henry, a rookie QB, and a 2nd year TE in Scaife to go with these young WRs. With this youth, the Titans will be an up and down team. Given the above that Henry does not get many receptions, it is difficult trying to figure out which games he will do well by trying to assess which games the Titans will be in or winning.Overall, I like Henry's talent. He still has to deal with White and being on a young team. It would be nice to see Henry in a situation that we could easily rate, but this year's Titans make it difficult.I am also a Henry fan. Saying he is not effective in games where Tenn trails can be said of almost ANY RB. The only difference is the perception that Tenn is more likely to trail. With Young at the helm, their offense is starting to click(see Drew Bennett), which should keep them in games. That should give Henry, who is easily the primary back, plenty of carries. Also, teams have to account for Young's ability to run which opens up holes for Travis!!!
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[scooter]
Footballguy
I understand where you're coming from, but I don't think Henry himself is an enigma at all. The guy has produced every single time he's been given the opportunity. He ran for 1400 yards twice with the Bills (including one season on a broken leg!) before getting shoved aside for Willis McGahee.He spent most of the last 2 years backing up Chris Brown, but he's been productive when given a shot.
Maybe he's just not a good practice player?
HULLOBUDMAN
Footballguy
Henry showed me enough for me to start him next week at home against the Giants' banged up defense (ahead of Betts and Julius Jones). This is a lock for Henry to put up <2 fantasy points next week so beware.
Slingblade
Footballguy
Link? From what I have seen, we have him pretty cheap through 2009.
fsufan
Footballguy
and he is the best RB they have had since George
Sleeper 43
Footballguy
But at ANY time Fisher could put in LenDale and the partys over.
And Fishers got some good reasons to do so at this point.
This time of year I'm not willing to risk starting him when the playoffs are still up in the air.
I'm curious though, about what his outlook is from a Dynasty perspective.
I definitley don't see them being able to afford or to keep all 3 RB's happy for next season.
And Fishers got some good reasons to do so at this point.
This time of year I'm not willing to risk starting him when the playoffs are still up in the air.
I'm curious though, about what his outlook is from a Dynasty perspective.
I definitley don't see them being able to afford or to keep all 3 RB's happy for next season.
fsufan
Footballguy
why do some think White will take over. Henry have proven this year and the 3 years in Buffalo that he is a good RB. and he is only 28 and very low mileage the past 2 or 3 seasons.
varmint cong
Footballguy
he's like crack, has me coming back, again and again, i'm thinking he could be good against INDY this week
Do a search, there were some articles a few weeks ago that he had some performance incentives built in that will kick in next year. He's already restructured once this past year so I expect him to likely do so again and stay on the team. Chris Brown will be gone though.
[scooter]
Footballguy
Name a running back that hasn't played well vs. Indy this year. Even backup RBs seem to put up good numbers against them.
HULLOBUDMAN
Footballguy
That is what we call in my circle "the kiss of death".I am playing for the bye this week and am starting him with this tasty matchup. A fair warning for everyone out there, Henry has not scored double didgit points when I have started him.
