Man In The Box
Footballguy
I'm probably doing this as well.I also have Romo and Cutler. Playing Cutler this week hasn't even crossed my mind. My league penalizes heavily for turnovers though.Abstract said:
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What high draft pick are you benching in week 1? (1 Viewer)
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Scruff Mcgruff
Footballguy
Considering benching DeAngelo Williams for Hakeem Nicks in a PPR league. Don't know if I have the balls to do it though.
Captain Hook
Footballguy
Veryshader said:
I was just going to question how anyone (at least in redraft leagues) would bench Shonn Greene as long as he is healthy and startingSYMPHONY X
Footballguy
Benching Ward for Hester in one league.
Have to bench one of D.Will, Charles, and Foster in another--leaning towards benching Charles, but is anyone else nervous that Foster will be riding the pine after Bobby Sanders causes him to fumble a couple of times early in the game?
Have to bench one of D.Will, Charles, and Foster in another--leaning towards benching Charles, but is anyone else nervous that Foster will be riding the pine after Bobby Sanders causes him to fumble a couple of times early in the game?
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Neo
The Dude minds
How is playing on the road against Pittsburgh a good situation? They are notoriously tough on runningbacks and they are going to need to be so to be in the game on Sunday. I'm not sold on doing this, that's why I said I'm thinking about it. I have another solid runner in S. Jackson going as well. Convince me as to why you don't think Best has a good chance of outscoring Turner this week. Believe me, I plan on using Turner this year, but why is it crazy to think he has a tough week 1? Best could be in the middle of a shootout......Birdie048 said:
Giants4Life
Footballguy
Yea, why even draft the guy in the first round then if you are already benching them?
Better matchup
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
In 28 of their last 37 games they have taken the field including the playoffs they have allowed an avg of 67 yds per game on the ground. Their front 7 is still a force with Gregg, Ngata, and Redding anchoring the DL, Lewis inside, Suggs on the outside, it's not fun trying to play them. Plus Baltimore actually has an offense, a much better offense I might add than the Jets so the liklihood they get a lead and take New York out of their comfort zone IMO is high. If they grab a 10-0 or 14-3 lead at some point is New York going to stick with the run? The odds are against Greene having a top10 game this week, I definitely go against the FBG ranking of him this week.Veryshader said:I was just going to question how anyone (at least in redraft leagues) would bench Shonn Greene as long as he is healthy and starting
The passing game for New York is not strong enough to make a semi-suspect secondary for Baltimore pay. Priority #1 will be to stop the run.
Giant Wooden Badger
the Beav
I doubt he plays. And he's my 4th option anyway.benbadman said:
Happy Ragnarok
Footballguy
The goal is to score fantasy points, not to start your studs.
Mario Kart
Footballguy
Might bench Greene for Bush.
Grahamburn
Footballguy
Giant Wooden Badger
the Beav
I guess. Probably should have added "much" to the end of that statement. If his knee is gimpy I would expect him to get an easy night. Hadn't even considered starting him myself.Hunch?
nysportsfan
Footballguy
In their last 6 games they had about double that. They are still very good, but not as elite as they used to be. 4 of those gix games was over 100 with another at 99 yards.In 28 of their last 37 games they have taken the field including the playoffs they have allowed an avg of 67 yds per game on the ground. Their front 7 is still a force with Gregg, Ngata, and Redding anchoring the DL, Lewis inside, Suggs on the outside, it's not fun trying to play them. Plus Baltimore actually has an offense, a much better offense I might add than the Jets so the liklihood they get a lead and take New York out of their comfort zone IMO is high. If they grab a 10-0 or 14-3 lead at some point is New York going to stick with the run? The odds are against Greene having a top10 game this week, I definitely go against the FBG ranking of him this week.Veryshader said:I was just going to question how anyone (at least in redraft leagues) would bench Shonn Greene as long as he is healthy and starting
The passing game for New York is not strong enough to make a semi-suspect secondary for Baltimore pay. Priority #1 will be to stop the run.
jurb26
Footballguy
I'm not sure if Matt Ryan qualifies as a high draft pick but I saw him mentioned so I'll say I'm benching him for Stafford. I picked them in back to back rounds though and it was late, like 9-10 or 10-11. I'm benching several other guys who were drafted before them for a guy I drafted well afterwards, J. Harrison. I've got Harrison in as my flex in place of S. Smith (Car), H. Nicks and Portis.
Sweetness_34
Footballguy
texasheat said:You start Romo, every time in this spot. Sunday night football against a division rival.kip stabone said:Ugh. I had made my decision last night but now you guys got me pondering it again. I guess I'm not sure what I'm going to do.Ministry of Pain said:Donsmith753 said:kip stabone said:
Cutler had 6 TDs against Det last year. Bears scored 40+ points on Det last year at Soldier Field.
Multiple Scores
Footballguy
How were the ravens against the run last year? My memory could be faulty but I think benson was the only guy that had good games?
In 28 of their last 37 games they have taken the field including the playoffs they have allowed an avg of 67 yds per game on the ground. Their front 7 is still a force with Gregg, Ngata, and Redding anchoring the DL, Lewis inside, Suggs on the outside, it's not fun trying to play them. Plus Baltimore actually has an offense, a much better offense I might add than the Jets so the liklihood they get a lead and take New York out of their comfort zone IMO is high. If they grab a 10-0 or 14-3 lead at some point is New York going to stick with the run? The odds are against Greene having a top10 game this week, I definitely go against the FBG ranking of him this week.Veryshader said:
The passing game for New York is not strong enough to make a semi-suspect secondary for Baltimore pay. Priority #1 will be to stop the run.
gandalas
Footballguy
Likewise. A Dynasty league, so I am more interested in his future, but until we actually see Stewart doing something, he will not see my starting lineup.I am actually starting BOTH Wells and hightower in that league. Against the Rams, I expect at least 1 of them to go off.EDIT: Rather, Jonathan Stewart is the one I am benching. I don't see how anyone could bench Williams for Hightower...mattsam said:
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Most of us that play in normal leagues don't have that option. Schaub/Romo >>>>>>>>>>>>Cutler
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
#1 in ypc with 3.4 vs the league avg of 4.2 and 5th in ypg with 93 vs a league avg of 116. For folks to act like Greene is going to run over the Ravens I just don't see it.How were the ravens against the run last year? My memory could be faulty but I think benson was the only guy that had good games?
In 28 of their last 37 games they have taken the field including the playoffs they have allowed an avg of 67 yds per game on the ground. Their front 7 is still a force with Gregg, Ngata, and Redding anchoring the DL, Lewis inside, Suggs on the outside, it's not fun trying to play them. Plus Baltimore actually has an offense, a much better offense I might add than the Jets so the liklihood they get a lead and take New York out of their comfort zone IMO is high. If they grab a 10-0 or 14-3 lead at some point is New York going to stick with the run? The odds are against Greene having a top10 game this week, I definitely go against the FBG ranking of him this week.Veryshader said:
The passing game for New York is not strong enough to make a semi-suspect secondary for Baltimore pay. Priority #1 will be to stop the run.
Tomlinson will outscore Greene this week.FBG has Greene the #7 RB this week v. BAL
JMJ
Footballguy
Jets OLine >>> Any opponent they play including their own defense if they could.FBG has Greene the #7 RB this week v. BAL
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
For a guy that doesn't catch many balls and also doesn't have the air attack to keep Baltimore honest this seems absurd to me. It certainly got my attention.Jets OLine >>> Any opponent they play including their own defense if they could.FBG has Greene the #7 RB this week v. BAL
Multiple Scores
Footballguy
Who is the better option this week in non ppr, Wells or Greene?
JMJ
Footballguy
Like I said, just check the stats of Thomas "nothing but average" Jones from last year to know all you need to know about the Jets Oline.TJ didn't catch any balls either (10 receptions on the entire season ... less than 1 per game) but rushed for 1,402 yards and 14 TDs.Do you really think Thomas Jones is 1,400+ yard, 14 TD good? Greene (and LT for that matter) are both major upgrades from TJ and the Jets will be able to run the ball vs. any opponent ... including the Ravens.For a guy that doesn't catch many balls and also doesn't have the air attack to keep Baltimore honest this seems absurd to me. It certainly got my attention.Jets OLine >>> Any opponent they play including their own defense if they could.FBG has Greene the #7 RB this week v. BAL
Sweetness_34
Footballguy
Yeah because Cutler threw so many picks against Det last year. We got some great sharks here
Week 4 last year: 141 yds passing; 3 total TDs (2 passing; 1 rushing)Week 17 last year: 276 yards passing; 4 TDs
JMJ
Footballguy
Mike Martz’ offenses always lead the league in sacks against. He gets his QB’s murdered. And the Lions front 4 last year did not have Ndamukong Suh or Kyle Vanden Bosch. I promise you the Lions front 4 will get sacks galore this season (or at least keep QBs under constant pressure), and Cutler will be one of the guys they ring up the most.If you think you can just apply Cutler's stats last year vs. the Lions to this year vs. the Lions, without taking into account that he is running a different offense than he was last year against a much improved Lions defense from last year, well then you aren't nearly as much of a "shark" as you thought you were.Yeah because Cutler threw so many picks against Det last year. We got some great sharks here
Week 17 last year: 276 yards passing; 4 TDs
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Man In The Box
Footballguy
No need to roll your eyes. Unless you're 12. You're not 12, are you?Anyway, my reply to you is that while Cutler did indeed have very good stats vs. Det last year, this is not last year. Cutler is in a totally new offense and looked pretty putrid in the preseason. If I didn't have Romo, I would consider Cutler over guys like Kolb, Flacco, or Palmer. No need to bench a guy you likely took in the 3rd round for a guy like Cutler.Yeah because Cutler threw so many picks against Det last year. We got some great sharks here
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Ted Lange as your Bartender
Footballguy
Foster's been in the league just as long as McCoy
Ted Lange as your Bartender
Footballguy
The only high pick I'm considering benching is Steve Smith - CAR for Percy Harvin. I'll probably keep Smith in there but I wish I had a better handle on his health/conditioning.
Benching W.Welker for J.Jones, HOU.
The Colts/Texans games have been a fantasy point bonanza since Schaub got to Houston:
Nov 29, 2009: 738 yds, 7 tds
Nov 8, 2009: 760 yds, 4 tds
Nov 16, 2008: 830 yds, 6 tds
Oct 5, 2008: 705 yds, 6 tds
Dec 23, 2007: 757 yds, 7 tds
Sept 23, 2007: 616 yds, 5 tds
I want at least a small slice of that pie while I wait to see how Welker is being utilized.
The Colts/Texans games have been a fantasy point bonanza since Schaub got to Houston:
Nov 29, 2009: 738 yds, 7 tds
Nov 8, 2009: 760 yds, 4 tds
Nov 16, 2008: 830 yds, 6 tds
Oct 5, 2008: 705 yds, 6 tds
Dec 23, 2007: 757 yds, 7 tds
Sept 23, 2007: 616 yds, 5 tds
I want at least a small slice of that pie while I wait to see how Welker is being utilized.
thatguythere
Footballguy
Good Luck with Martz and Marinelli. You sound pretty confident in their coaching skills.Yeah because Cutler threw so many picks against Det last year. We got some great sharks here
Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
Gonna be a lot of and as well as and 
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Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
I think many owners envisioned 1200 yds and double digit TDs, now I think you might see something more like 850-1000 and 6-7 TDs. He no longer screams anchor for people that took him as their 1st WR off the board.
notdarkyet
Footballguy
Debating McNabb over Ryan.
You see his numbers dropping by as much as 350 yards and 4 TD' because of Housmanzdeh? I think that's a bit of an over-reaction. If Joe Flacco has the year that many people are expecting, I think he'll put up about 1100 yards and about 8 TD's. I never thought of him as a top of the line WR, but he's a very good one.
Fred Lane
Footballguy
I have the same decision to make. I leaning towards Cutler for the following reasons:Romo passed for nearly 300 yards the last time he played in DC, but only had 1 TD (week 16 of last year).Dez Bryant won't be a factor yet in this game.Redskins have a decent, but not great, pass defense. Detroit gave up the most 40+ yd pass plays of any team last year.I get bonus for long TD passes, and Chicago is more likely to have those.I essentially see it as a higher risk, higher reward gamble that I'm willing to take....Edited to add: Oh, and the FBG projections agree with my assessment, rating Cutler higher....texasheat said:You start Romo, every time in this spot. Sunday night football against a division rival.kip stabone said:Ugh. I had made my decision last night but now you guys got me pondering it again. I guess I'm not sure what I'm going to do.Ministry of Pain said:Donsmith753 said:kip stabone said:
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