Week 12 DENVER RB Updates (1 Viewer)

[Texican]

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Selvin Young - Injured groin

Selvin Young (groin) will be inactive today in the game against Atlanta, according to Lindsay Soto of the NFL Newtwork.

Our View: This was expected, as Young has been gimpy for a few weeks. Fullback Peyton Hillis will handle the brunt of the rushing workload with assistance from P.J. Pope and possibly Tatum Bell.

PJ Pope - Injured Ribs

P.J. Pope had X-rays on his sore ribs after Sunday's game, according to the Rocky Mountain News. The results aren't known.

Our View: It was surprising that Pope received just four carries despite gaining 35 yards on those toes, but perhaps now we know why that's the case. We'll let you know what the X-rays looks like.

Peyton Hillis - Injured Shoulder

Peyton Hillis underwent an X-ray on his right shoulder after Sunday's game, according to the Rocky Mountain News. The results weren't known, but Hillis, who had the shoulder covered with ice, didn't sound concerned. "Nothing, just routine," Hillis said. "... Just want to ice it down."

Our View: The Broncos certainly can't afford any more injuries to their running backs. Hillis looked good today against the Falcons, so hopefully he will be OK.

Tatum Bell - Healthy?

Bell was given just one carry in the first half against Atlanta but received six in the second half and finished with 34 yards on the game.

Recommendation: Meanwhile, Peyton Hillis had 10 carries and P.J. Pope had four, and all were effective when they had the ball in their hands. Though Bell has the most upside of the three, and while it was nice to see him able to produce with under a week of preparation, there's still too much uncertainty regarding how the carries will be split going forward to think you'll be able to count on Bell as a fantasy starter, at least for the next few weeks. The situation will only get cloudier once Selvin Young (groin) returns.

 

[Buffaloes]

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Selvin Young - Injured groin

PJ Pope - Injured Ribs

Peyton Hillis - Injured Shoulder

Tatum Bell - Healthy?

I read a quote after the game where Hillis said he had an MRI but that it should be fine...just needed some ice. Pope, Bell and Hillis all looked decent yesterday. I could see Bell getting more carries. His speed and decisive cutting stood out yesterday. I'm sure Hillis will remain the goal line back going forward.

 

[Black]

Hillis also for PPR....don't think that's Tatum's game.

I would think Hillis would be in on spread or passing packages? How's his blocking?

 

[Buffaloes]

Hillis also for PPR....don't think that's Tatum's game. I would think Hillis would be in on spread or passing packages? How's his blocking?

One of the commentators mentioned during the game that Cutler was letting Hillis know where he had to block on passing plays. I think Hillis was the guy in the backfield during most passing situations.

 

[Texican]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

 

[MarcO]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

Why? the supposed knock on Young is that he isn't big enough to shoulder the load- yet he is virtually identical in size and build as Bell - does Shanahan not have the same concerns about Bell? Young has averaged 5+ yards per carry in his role as 1st and 2nd down back - why do you think Bell would be that guy now? Not trying to argue with you - I am just curious...

 

[Buffaloes]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

Why? the supposed knock on Young is that he isn't big enough to shoulder the load- yet he is virtually identical in size and build as Bell - does Shanahan not have the same concerns about Bell? Young has averaged 5+ yards per carry in his role as 1st and 2nd down back - why do you think Bell would be that guy now? Not trying to argue with you - I am just curious...

Bell was able to get through games without continually getting nicked up.

 

[MarcO]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

Why? the supposed knock on Young is that he isn't big enough to shoulder the load- yet he is virtually identical in size and build as Bell - does Shanahan not have the same concerns about Bell? Young has averaged 5+ yards per carry in his role as 1st and 2nd down back - why do you think Bell would be that guy now? Not trying to argue with you - I am just curious...

Bell was able to get through games without continually getting nicked up.

Young played 4 games without injury to start the year. I don't remember any news that he was gwtting nicked up...

 

[Buffaloes]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

Why? the supposed knock on Young is that he isn't big enough to shoulder the load- yet he is virtually identical in size and build as Bell - does Shanahan not have the same concerns about Bell? Young has averaged 5+ yards per carry in his role as 1st and 2nd down back - why do you think Bell would be that guy now? Not trying to argue with you - I am just curious...

Bell was able to get through games without continually getting nicked up.

Young played 4 games without injury to start the year. I don't remember any news that he was gwtting nicked up...

Dating back to last year I can remember him either taking himself off the field or walking off with a slight limp pretty often. He does get nicked up a lot and sometimes reenters the game. I think it is pretty obvious that he is a change of pace back at this point.

 

[FavreCo]

After this year's fiasco, skeletor may want to revisit his 'plug any ole RB into the lineup' and draft a workhorse to compliment the passing game.

 

[JamesTheScot]

I'm just surprised that no one has realized that Shanahan re-signing Bell clearly proves that trading him in 2007 was just another brilliant ploy to motivate him.

In fact, I'll go so far as to say that Shanahan probably stole Rudi Johnson's underwear and set Bell up.

Shanahan is a freakin' mad genius.

 

[Texican]

I am wondering if it is going to be Bell on 1st and 2nd, Young on 3rd (Bell is not the best at catching the ball), and Hillis at the GL.

Why? the supposed knock on Young is that he isn't big enough to shoulder the load- yet he is virtually identical in size and build as Bell - does Shanahan not have the same concerns about Bell? Young has averaged 5+ yards per carry in his role as 1st and 2nd down back - why do you think Bell would be that guy now? Not trying to argue with you - I am just curious...

Well I am basing it more on the fact that I do not think Young is healthy. I am not sure when/if Young will be back. But 1. his groin is in bad shape, 2. He seems to be a great COP back. It just seems with the shortage of RBs, etc that Denver would want to limit him somewhat. He fits the 3rd down role the best in that case.

 

[xenith]

Boy, for anyone still trying to decipher the Denver RB madness, I wish you good luck!

 

[Anon]

I think Shanahan at the beginning of the year gave us a pretty good model for what the rest of the year will look like.

in Peyton Hillis <----> out Michael Pittman

in Tatum Bell <----> out Selvin Young

in PJ Pope <----> out Andre Hall

Hillis, like Pitman will get goal line & short Yardage work.

Tatum Bell, like Selvin Young will get the carries between the twenties.

PJ Pope, like Andre Hall will fill in with 5-7 carries per game.

Selvin Young when healthy will take his spot currently being held by Tatum, and then either Pope or Tatum will be inactive.

The only differrence i see between what Pittman was doing and Hillis is that Hillis will get more third down work. Then we let attrition take its toll and whomever is healthy splits up the duties of the injured.

 

[Chaka]

It's Hillis' job. Get used to it.

 

[Texican]

Hillis Update

Tue, Nov 18 Hillis said his right shoulder "felt good" after Sunday's game against Atlanta. As a precautionary measure, the team sent Hillis for an x-ray, which came back negative, the Rocky Mountain News reports.

Recommendation: Hillis says he is fine and after his two touchdown performance on Sunday, it certainly appears that way. It will be interesting to see if he continues to get the start as Tatum Bell re-acclimates to the NFL grind and Broncos' playbook.

(Rotowire.com)

 

[Texican]

Selvin Young Update

The Broncos are optimistic Selvin Young will be ready to return to action for Week 13 at the Jets, according to the Denver Post. He is recovering from a groin injury.

Our View: This is favorable news for Young's fantasy owners, but he would draw a tough assignment against a dominant Jets' run defense.

 

[Black]

in Peyton Hillis <----> out Michael Pittmanin Tatum Bell <----> out Selvin Youngin PJ Pope <----> out Andre Hall

3rd down passing packages/Receptions?

 

[dwashington]

Curious about how bad that shoulder really is.

Did Hillis practice today?

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

It's Hillis' job. Get used to it.

I agree, right up to that moment when Young is healthy.

 

[duece2626]

It's Hillis' job. Get used to it.

I agree, right up to that moment when Young is healthy.

When?

 

[dwashington]

Curious about how bad that shoulder really is.

Did Hillis practice today?

Looks like he's ok.http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpag...NFL&id=4965

Peyton Hillis-RB- Broncos Nov. 19 - 7:13 pm et

Peyton Hillis (shoulder) practiced in full on Wednesday.

Hillis is in line to make another start with Selvin Young (groin) still on the shelf. Hillis has a favorable matchup against a weak Oakland run defense.

 

[Texican]

PJ Pope Update

Wed, Nov 19 Pope (ribs) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.

Recommendation: It does not appear like Week 11's rib injury will affect him in the Broncos' preparation for Week 12.

(Rotowire.com)

 

[Stealthycat]

Hillis is a tough SOB - watching him at Arkansas he's a feature RB and exceptional pass catcher - he's a complete do everything package guy - I'm tickled to see him dong so well

 

[Texican]

 

[Routilla]

I think Hillis is a safe play as long as he is healthy. He seems to be the GL back. I also like that he's in on 3rd downs for both his blocking and his hands.

 

[Chaka]

It's Hillis' job. Get used to it.

I agree, right up to that moment when Young is healthy.

Young is one of the most overrated RBs in the history of the game. He has a nice average YPC but he has never demonstrated that he can pick up the tough yardage and he isn't a special receiver out of the backfield. This is not to say that Hillis is a special player but he destroys Young in those critically important aspects of the game.Right now in Denver it is essential that a RB can catch and convert short yardage situations and that favors Hillis over Young.It's Hillis' job, even when Young gets back for three plays before he gets hurt again.