What happened to Justin Fargas is a stud? (1 Viewer)

[popeye]

there were lots of people that thought Priest was not that good even though Priest had a better YPC than Lewis in Baltimore. Well we see how that worked out for Baltimore.

Which conclusion is being drawn here? Baltimore should have kept Priest as the starter or that they're better off having Jamal starting?

 

[bueno]

I do have one word of advice for you, if you are astute enough to take it: When you find yourself in a significant hole, stop digging.

Well, if you really feel that way P.B., I'll go find a ladder to help you out.(Right after I go shoot a crow for your dinner - you can share it with Fargas on the bench. )

 

[Gringoloco]

Bueno = Sgt Ryan? Do I smell a contest?

 

[P Boy]

Bueno = Sgt Ryan? Do I smell a contest?

LOL!I sincerely doubt that bueno wants any part of the fat ol' white boy.

 

[Doc Holiday]

I wouldn't be surprised if Hambrick doesn't make the opening day roster

I will agree with this post. If Hambrick is that good why is it no other team was interested in him and why would he accept the veterine minumum to play for Oakland if he is really that good of a back.The only thing that he showed me last year was that he was anything BUT a feature back.

 

[Doc Holiday]

there were lots of people that thought Priest was not that good even though Priest had a better YPC than Lewis in Baltimore. Well we see how that worked out for Baltimore.

Which conclusion is being drawn here? Baltimore should have kept Priest as the starter or that they're better off having Jamal starting?

That Priest was as good if not better than Lewis but that they had predetermined that Lewis was better because he was drafted and Priest was a free agent signing. If I had my choice between the two I would say that Priest is the better of the two back.

 

[Portis 26]

It all boils down to this. Low-grade, mediocre RBs are never going to win you a fantasy league. I doubt there are many fantasy teams that consistently started Antowain Smith or Jerome Bettis last year that got anywhere near their championship game. Now, all of Fargas's competitors - Wheatley, Hambrick, and Zeroue - are essentially mediocre. You are not going to win a league with them. You are looking at 6-700 yards and a handful of TDs, max.Fargas's principal virtue is that he is not mediocre. He COULD be explosive. He COULD be the kind of back that breaks out and ends up helping you win a league. Is the chance of that a small chance? Yes. But it's still a chance. Not many people would have given Domanick Davis this time last year much of a chance.

 

[George Jefferson]

Fargas's principal virtue is that he is not mediocre. He COULD be explosive. He COULD be the kind of back that breaks out and ends up helping you win a league. Is the chance of that a small chance? Yes. But it's still a chance. Not many people would have given Domanick Davis this time last year much of a chance.

Funny, you said the same thing about William Green and argued that point extensively before pretending like you never said a word.

 

[Doc Holiday]

It all boils down to this. Low-grade, mediocre RBs are never going to win you a fantasy league. I doubt there are many fantasy teams that consistently started Antowain Smith or Jerome Bettis last year that got anywhere near their championship game. Now, all of Fargas's competitors - Wheatley, Hambrick, and Zeroue - are essentially mediocre. You are not going to win a league with them. You are looking at 6-700 yards and a handful of TDs, max.Fargas's principal virtue is that he is not mediocre. He COULD be explosive. He COULD be the kind of back that breaks out and ends up helping you win a league. Is the chance of that a small chance? Yes. But it's still a chance. Not many people would have given Domanick Davis this time last year much of a chance.

Agreed, but it is the diamond in the rough that will win you a championship. Fargas could be that Diamond. There were a lot of people that thought that Portis would not be what he is now after the preseason game that he fumbled 3 or 4 times. There are arguements for both sides at this time but it is my opinion (just my opinion) that he will be a solid #3 RB on fantasy teams by the end of next year. I am not saying that he will break the top 10 RB's next year but I do think that he will take the starting job next year.

 

[fatness]

Fox Sports Article

Former Cowboys running back Troy Hambrick should be an ideal fit to support Tyrone Wheatley for the Raiders. Wheatley is currently the frontrunner to handle most of the rushing load due to his power and ability to help the Raiders establish control of the ground game. But Wheatley is no sure bet to stay healthy for 16 games, which makes the addition of Hambrick a solid move for the Raiders.

Hambrick is a good inside runner with some pop when his offensive line opens holes for him. He's most effective for a few series a game and could fill a bigger role if Wheatley goes down for a few games. Hambrick proved last season in Dallas that he's not a feature back. Unfortunately, he can't be trusted on third downs, either. Hambrick tends to miss too many assignments in the passing game. He also will get some reps at fullback and play a solid role in special teams coverage.

But the guy who really needs to emerge for the Raiders is Justin Fargas, who is entering his second season. But there are a lot of questions that must be answered from Fargas. Can he avoid problems with fumbles and prove he can remain durable for a 16-game season? There are strong doubts there.

Former Steeler Amos Zereoue is also expected to fill a situational role with his quickness to the perimeter.

Expect the Raiders to keep an eye on a lot of potential feature backs while scouting this season. New coach Norv Turner wants to build around a power ground game. The mix right now offers an adequate stopgap situation for 2004, but the Raiders will need to settle the long-term outlook in the backfield next spring. If everyone remains healthy this season, this group should provide enough of a ground game to keep defenses honest.

 

[JAA]

Agreed, but it is the diamond in the rough that will win you a championship. The Oak RB who gets the most carries (Fargas, Zereoue, Wheatley, or Hambrick) could be that Diamond. There were a lot of people that thought that Portis would not be what he is now after the preseason game that he fumbled 3 or 4 times. Who will be that RB? Your guess is as good as mine!

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