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jafo
Out of Mind
Is this the same Westbrook that had swelling in his knee before the game a week or two ago? I think he'll be fine. Sit out practice and play on Sunday, seems to be his thing so far.
Limp Ditka
Footballguy
Ed Wood
Footballguy
"Practice? We talkin' 'bout practice?"
Maybe 76ers star Allen Iverson was right when he ranted aboutthe merits of practice four years ago. Westbrook doesn't seem to
need it.
"It's one of those things when you're in the offense for a
number of years," Westbrook said after scoring three TDs in a
38-24 victory at San Francisco on Sunday. "I know pretty much all
the plays. I go to meetings. I watch tape."
http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/wire?sectio...&id=2603676
hollaatyaboy
Footballguy
he must be working out in some way between games...right?
Funny video."Practice? We talkin' 'bout practice?"
the merits of practice four years ago. Westbrook doesn't seem to
need it.
I don't care what Westy does all week, he is getting it done on Sunday!
hollaatyaboy
Footballguy
How many carries should we expect per game from here on out. He only had 8 vs SF?
TitusIII
Footballguy
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/photo?slug=get...&prov=getty
His knee has always been "bone on bone". Hopefully the "special" vitamins he is taking pay off.
His knee has always been "bone on bone". Hopefully the "special" vitamins he is taking pay off.
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MeVsMaradona
Footballguy
Updates?
Nigel Tufnel
Footballguy
Mungo Burrows
Footballguy
Mark my words, he wont this week."Practice? We talkin' 'bout practice?"
the merits of practice four years ago. Westbrook doesn't seem to
need it.
(Rotoworld) Brian Westbrook, questionable with a swollen knee, again missed at least the team portion of Eagles practice on Friday.
Impact: We'd still count on him for Monday. Eagles coach Andy Reid reportedly told Green Bay reporters Thursday that Westbrook will play on Monday night. Keep fantasy football's No. 1 running back in your lineup.
Impact: We'd still count on him for Monday. Eagles coach Andy Reid reportedly told Green Bay reporters Thursday that Westbrook will play on Monday night. Keep fantasy football's No. 1 running back in your lineup.
FantasyGuru#1
Footballguy
I dont get it though.... He said after Sundays game that he felt the best he has all year health wise.. He also said that he would pobaly not be mentioned on the injury report.. Last week he practiced on Friday this week he didn't does this mean he worse off this week...
FantasyGuru#1
Footballguy
Ok what I dont understand is that last week he said he felt the best he has all year...... I think there was even mention that he might even not be listed in the injury report... Now this week he did not practice all week.. At least last week he practiced friday.. Im beginnign to get scared with this knee thing....
suchislife
Footballguy
Where have I seen this thread before? Oh, here just 2 days ago:
http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...mp;hl=westbrook
http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...mp;hl=westbrook
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
Yes, to a degree you should be worried. It "seems" the Westy is always hurt, now it's his knees. It's only been 3 games into the season and the season can be a grind on the body (and it's only week 3).
I have Westy my Dynasty League I'm hoping he has a very good showing and I'm trading him next week. I have a deep rb bench Westy has been a bye fill in plus his value is very high. Surely he's the best at his position right now, but make no mistake about it this early in the season, he's going to break down.
It is written, so shall it be.
I have Westy my Dynasty League I'm hoping he has a very good showing and I'm trading him next week. I have a deep rb bench Westy has been a bye fill in plus his value is very high. Surely he's the best at his position right now, but make no mistake about it this early in the season, he's going to break down.
It is written, so shall it be.
FantasyGuru#1
Footballguy
well i think thats one of the reasons why they dont have him practicing.. I think Reid has figured out thats this is a long season and the less he practices the less wear he gets...Its hard to get wear when you dotn practice and get about 20 touches a game...
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
True, but until he gets rest and allow it to heal 100% he'll always be on the injury list and there's always a greater chance for reinjury. It's like trying to put a bandaid on a shotgun wound. What he need is rest til he's 100%.
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Zaphod
Two heads are better than one
I don't think this means what you think it means
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
Just this week I traded him and Matt Jones for S. Jackson and D. Jackson...3 person keeper league. I think he will break down too.
the spanker
Footballguy
Chill dude. Until I see Westy actually struggle during a game due to injury, and let's say he's only 85-90 percent, that's all we need.The guy is simply a playmaker and as long as he's on the field, you put him in your lineup period.
To a degree, yep. Swollen knees and ankles are very common in the NFL esp for anyone that's had knee surgery or ankle surgery
This knee of his, this thing is prolly going to be a thorn for most of the season, or so it seems. In a PPR league, if this guy stays healthy, he can bring you the championship. But I get the feeling that every week, I am going to wake up Sunday morning wondering whether he will play that week or not. Surely this is going to bite me in the #### at some point, with him starting and only making it a play or two.
But, the guy has gotten off to a good start. I guess I should just hope that they rest the knee for a week or two, and let him get healthy for the end of the year.
But, the guy has gotten off to a good start. I guess I should just hope that they rest the knee for a week or two, and let him get healthy for the end of the year.
NFL Sunday Ticket
Footballguy
great thread, my man. i was wondering how we made it to week 4 without a westbrook thread.
TenMidgets
Footballguy
He's fine. Andy Reid has already said he is going to play Monday. This happens every week, why are you still sweating it?? Start him without worry until you actually see him miss a game.
And the point of your topic is what?
August West
Footballguy
My mantra for this season will be "remember week 3, remember week 3".
He was questionable. Hardly practiced. Flew cross country.
Granted they won't be playing the 49ers every week, but in my total points, PPR league he scored almost 40 points last week and I'm one point out of first due primarily to the efforts Mr. Westbrook.
He was questionable. Hardly practiced. Flew cross country.
Granted they won't be playing the 49ers every week, but in my total points, PPR league he scored almost 40 points last week and I'm one point out of first due primarily to the efforts Mr. Westbrook.
the spanker
Footballguy
Another solution is to trade him if you can't deal with his knee issue on a weekly basis. I'm sure someone would be willing to take him off your hands.Can we now just mediate and get an Amen?
joffer
Footballguy
not really concerned, as i think he'll play.
but one option, since the game is on Monday Night, is to have another RB available from either Philly or GB in case he's a late scratch. this also assumes your league allows substitutions right up until individual games start. if you're not fortunate enough to have Ahman or Buckhalter, then Moats could be an option as he's available on a lot of WWs. He certainly won't make or break your week, but if for some reason Westbrook doesn't play, Moats could help you avoid a donut.
but one option, since the game is on Monday Night, is to have another RB available from either Philly or GB in case he's a late scratch. this also assumes your league allows substitutions right up until individual games start. if you're not fortunate enough to have Ahman or Buckhalter, then Moats could be an option as he's available on a lot of WWs. He certainly won't make or break your week, but if for some reason Westbrook doesn't play, Moats could help you avoid a donut.
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Billy Ball Thorton
Footballguy
I guess my comprehension problem is hes listed as questionable. So not sure how you can call him "healthy".
Because he was listed as questionable for week 2 and 3 as well. "Healthy" might be too vague, how anout "Healthy Enough to play". If there is a chance the player might not play the team is required by NFL rules to list him on the injury report. Were his knee to swell up Monday morning and he were not listed the Eagles would be fined. So because there is a nagging issue he MUST be listed on the report, it is the same "injury" they he played with and was the top scorer in my league last week.By the way, the whole injury list rule is to make Las Vegas happy, but that's another thread.
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spmarx
Footballguy
(I can't comprehend why people need to be aggressive in simple responses. If you think the thread is a waste there's no need to answer it.)
It's easy to see the question because Westbrook hasn't started "EVERY GAME" at ANY point of his career. That's all. You just figure one of these weeks the QUESTIONABLE will really mean 50/50. So the question this week is "Which Back-Up" do you grab to protect yourself?
Buckhalter is the main b/u but that's not a guaranteed start. Buckhalter appears to be the hot topic but I'm not sure that's the case. Does he remain the 3rd down back with Moats as the starter? I haven't seen official thoughts on this. Has anyone else?
It's easy to see the question because Westbrook hasn't started "EVERY GAME" at ANY point of his career. That's all. You just figure one of these weeks the QUESTIONABLE will really mean 50/50. So the question this week is "Which Back-Up" do you grab to protect yourself?
Buckhalter is the main b/u but that's not a guaranteed start. Buckhalter appears to be the hot topic but I'm not sure that's the case. Does he remain the 3rd down back with Moats as the starter? I haven't seen official thoughts on this. Has anyone else?
TCFF
Footballguy
I think we need a pinned Westbrook's knee thread so that we can avoid having the same post reposted by six or seven different overly worried Westbrook owners every single week. I don't own Westbrook, and in fact I play against Westy this week and as a die hard Eagles fan I can gladly say he looks plenty healthy enough to kick my A@* Monday night. If I owned Westy the fact that he is the #1 Rb in fantasy points this season would make me not worry at all unless something else happens to him other than the knee swelling that is clearly not a big deal.
AcousticNut
Footballguy
Link
Sheppard, Westbrook return to practice
By Marc Narducci
INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Eagles cornerback Lito Sheppard and running back Brian Westbrook returned to practice today in preparation for Monday night’s game at Lincoln Financial Field against the Green Bay Packers.
It’s the first time Sheppard has been on the field since suffering a right ankle sprain Sept. 10 during the Eagles’ opening 24-10 win over the Houston Texans.
Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson said on Friday that if Sheppard participated in practice today, he would likely play on Monday. Coach Andy Reid said Sheppard was day to day.
Sheppard acknowledged that it was good to be back on the field, but wouldn’t say for sure whether he would go on Monday.
"There is still work that needs to be done, but I felt good," Sheppard said after practice. "I was moving around and I don’t know if anybody could tell as much, but we’re making progress."
This is the first time this week that Westbrook has practiced. During the past three weeks, he has seen limited practice time due to swelling in his right knee. Westbrook hasn’t missed any game action and has been highly productive. He has rushed for 256 yards (5.8 average) and three TDs and caught 15 passes for 164 yards and two scores.
Reid said that the Eagles limited Westbrook’s work in practice. As for his availability on Monday, Reid said, "we’ll see how he feels."
Eagles cornerback Roderick Hood didn’t practice. Hood is suffering from a right heel strain.
He played in Sunday’s 38-24 win over San Francisco, but took himself out in the fourth quarter when the pain became unbearable.
Hood also didn’t practice last week.
Backup safety Sean Considine didn’t practice yesterday. Considine had soreness in his hip flexor, which he injured during Sunday’s win in San Francisco.
Reid said that Sheppard, Westbrook, Considine and Hood are all day to day.
Of the four, it would be a shock if Westbrook didn’t play.
A key for Sheppard is how his ankle feels tomorrow after the work he did on it in practice. When asked if thinks he will be ready on Monday, Sheppard was non-committal.
"Who knows," Sheppard said. "Anything can happen between now and then."
Eagles wide receiver Donte’ Stallworth, who missed Sunday’s game with a hamstring injury, practiced for the second day in a row. Stallworth also wouldn’t say for sure whether he would play on Monday.
"You’ve got to be careful with a hamstring," he said.
He did say that practicing a second straight day is a positive sign.
"I’m definitely encouraged," he said. "I feel OK and it’s getting better and better every day."
Sheppard, Westbrook return to practice
By Marc Narducci
INQUIRER STAFF WRITER
Eagles cornerback Lito Sheppard and running back Brian Westbrook returned to practice today in preparation for Monday night’s game at Lincoln Financial Field against the Green Bay Packers.
It’s the first time Sheppard has been on the field since suffering a right ankle sprain Sept. 10 during the Eagles’ opening 24-10 win over the Houston Texans.
Eagles defensive coordinator Jim Johnson said on Friday that if Sheppard participated in practice today, he would likely play on Monday. Coach Andy Reid said Sheppard was day to day.
Sheppard acknowledged that it was good to be back on the field, but wouldn’t say for sure whether he would go on Monday.
"There is still work that needs to be done, but I felt good," Sheppard said after practice. "I was moving around and I don’t know if anybody could tell as much, but we’re making progress."
This is the first time this week that Westbrook has practiced. During the past three weeks, he has seen limited practice time due to swelling in his right knee. Westbrook hasn’t missed any game action and has been highly productive. He has rushed for 256 yards (5.8 average) and three TDs and caught 15 passes for 164 yards and two scores.
Reid said that the Eagles limited Westbrook’s work in practice. As for his availability on Monday, Reid said, "we’ll see how he feels."
Eagles cornerback Roderick Hood didn’t practice. Hood is suffering from a right heel strain.
He played in Sunday’s 38-24 win over San Francisco, but took himself out in the fourth quarter when the pain became unbearable.
Hood also didn’t practice last week.
Backup safety Sean Considine didn’t practice yesterday. Considine had soreness in his hip flexor, which he injured during Sunday’s win in San Francisco.
Reid said that Sheppard, Westbrook, Considine and Hood are all day to day.
Of the four, it would be a shock if Westbrook didn’t play.
A key for Sheppard is how his ankle feels tomorrow after the work he did on it in practice. When asked if thinks he will be ready on Monday, Sheppard was non-committal.
"Who knows," Sheppard said. "Anything can happen between now and then."
Eagles wide receiver Donte’ Stallworth, who missed Sunday’s game with a hamstring injury, practiced for the second day in a row. Stallworth also wouldn’t say for sure whether he would play on Monday.
"You’ve got to be careful with a hamstring," he said.
He did say that practicing a second straight day is a positive sign.
"I’m definitely encouraged," he said. "I feel OK and it’s getting better and better every day."
Hey, thanks for the decent response.
Can't beleive that a simple thread like this brought this much negativity. I think my point is, that it is easy enough to grab Buck as a handcuff, heck I have them both on this particular roster. But I do agree with spmarx, that sooner or later, this knee thing could end up costing him time. Westy hasn't exactly been the most healthy guy in the league. My main concern, is that he will continue to be a game time decision and produce, right up until fantasy playoff time, where he either is inactive, or plays a couple of downs and than rest. Even if you have his back-up, whether it be Buck or Moats, they won't produce in the manner that Westbrook does in a PPR.As for the suggestion to trade him something I might consider if I only played in one or two leagues. But as it is, I have spread out my talent pretty far, and will let the cards play out as they will. Are far as the fella calling me a worried Westy owner, that is inaccurate. I have him in one of twleve leagues, and am doing pretty well in the leagues without him. Just wanted to see what some of you guys thought about the his injury history and his current one draggin on like this. I do think though, that most of the guys hammering this thread, are simply Westy owners in denial? FantasyGuru#1
Footballguy
Obviously theres something majorly wrong with his knee....
NoFBinLA
Moderator
Just plugged Buckhalter in. Guess we'll know how 'for real' he is very shortly'.....
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
Ummmmm - where is this info coming from?
Lauryn
Footballguy
turn on the tv
NoFBinLA
Moderator
RB Westbrook Out; RB Buckhalter To StartSuzy Kolber, ESPNBrian Westbrook's knee will keep him out of tonight's game. Correll Buckhalter will start in his place. According to the blogger.....
TheAbeFroman
Footballguy
A. Green is also out for the Pack
Marc Levin
Hangs out with Oscar Zeta Acosta
Thanks.
Not watching the game till 7.
Not watching the game till 7.
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