Who are you sitting R. Bush For? (1 Viewer)

[NCPanthersFan]

Curious. Bush is top 5 RB in most leagues so if you go with the "always play your studs" theory he plays no matter what. Against Carolina I am not buying it however and sitting him for T. Jones.

Who are you sitting Bush for this week?

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

 

[stickboy]

I'm not sitting Reggie Bush. It's not TEN or BAL, it's the middle of the road CAR defense.

 

[NCPanthersFan]

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

I think that statistic is not valuable when you talk about Bush. He has not been getting his points in a traditional fashion. I think of it more along the lines if Carolina can just shut down the outside against Bush - which I think they can and have done in the past.

 

[millertyme1]

[PPR league]

I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

 

[Hoss_Cartwright]

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

I think that statistic is not valuable when you talk about Bush. He has not been getting his points in a traditional fashion. I think of it more along the lines if Carolina can just shut down the outside against Bush - which I think they can and have done in the past.

I agree with you.

 

[menobrown]

Reggie is matchup proof.

 

[Interseptopus]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

:(I think the OP should be nominated for stupidest post of the season.You NEVER bench Bush. You can't play matchups because yeah, while a defense may be good, Reggie can just go crazy with 10 receptions and rack up 80 receiving yards and a score. In a PPR you can NEVER bench Bush. He's got almost 20 receptions more than any other RB. You can't justify benching him for ANYONE. Play your studs is one thing, but playing the best player in fantasy football thus far regardless of matchups is another. You never bench Bush as long as he's breathingLast year would you have sat LT for anyone? Westbrook? I didn't think so

 

[drew726]

Even if Reggie gets 35 yards from 8 receptions. That is still 11 fpts in a PPR league.

 

[Prof. Chaos]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

:(I think the OP should be nominated for stupidest post of the season.You NEVER bench Bush. You can't play matchups because yeah, while a defense may be good, Reggie can just go crazy with 10 receptions and rack up 80 receiving yards and a score. In a PPR you can NEVER bench Bush. He's got almost 20 receptions more than any other RB. You can't justify benching him for ANYONE. Play your studs is one thing, but playing the best player in fantasy football thus far regardless of matchups is another. You never bench Bush as long as he's breathingLast year would you have sat LT for anyone? Westbrook? I didn't think so

Hey dude, Don't beat around the "bush". Tell us what you really think. :(

 

[Interseptopus]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

:(I think the OP should be nominated for stupidest post of the season.You NEVER bench Bush. You can't play matchups because yeah, while a defense may be good, Reggie can just go crazy with 10 receptions and rack up 80 receiving yards and a score. In a PPR you can NEVER bench Bush. He's got almost 20 receptions more than any other RB. You can't justify benching him for ANYONE. Play your studs is one thing, but playing the best player in fantasy football thus far regardless of matchups is another. You never bench Bush as long as he's breathingLast year would you have sat LT for anyone? Westbrook? I didn't think so

Hey dude, Don't beat around the "bush". Tell us what you really think. :(

Just ridiculous when people end up out-coaching themselves. Don't over think it. Most times the correct answer is the most obvious. Would you bench Tom Brady last year if he played the best D in the league? Probably not. Same thing here, except Bush is not a d-bag like Brady

 

[Road Warriors]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

+1

 

[Interseptopus]

This guy may be biased. Just saw his handle name: NCPanthersFan...

Seems to be he's got an over-inflated opinion of his home-team... or he just doesn't want to cheer against Bush. He's destined for disappointment either way

 

[Breesisdaman]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

To the original poster:There is no bad matchup here the Panthers defense is not exactly the Titans you know. If Bush plays he will get over 100 combined yards and possibly 2 scores.Bench him if you must but you will kick yourself laterAlso I pick New Orleans this week, they could easily be undefeated if it were not for Garamatica, and injuries. Things are about to even up in the NFC south.

 

[THE UNDERCOVER BROTHA]

NON PPR, i can choose out of these 5 to play: (2rb & 4wr OR 3rb's and 3wr's)

Bush vs Panthers

E.Graham vs Seattle

Slaton vs Lions

M.Moore vs Bengles (only if FWP is OUT)

Colsten vs Panthers

Braylon vs Redskins

H.Ward vs Bengles

Calvin vs Texans

Im think Reggie gets to take a sit down this week, like i say its a non ppr, although he is top 7 even in non ppr. Im more likely to roll with the bolded guys.

 

[thehornet]

sit him? even if its not ppr, the receiving yards are money. CArolina will stuff him all day on his rushes but he will get his in the receiving game. I think he'll definitely put one in the endzone too.

to be honest, you should never ever sit this guy this year no matter who NO is playing.

 

[Marc Levin]

Non-PPR Leagues, there can be an argument made that this week is a yardage only week, that he gets little yards off the run anyway with Deuce healthy, that he will be limited when he catches the ball or runs, that you predict sub-10 FP numbers from him this week, and that you have other options with better matchups who have a better chance of topping Bush's numbers.

But really, are you going to bank on an RB3 like DeAngelo Williams getting better FF numbers in this game than Bush simply because the matchup is cherry?

And in a PPR and/or Return yardage league, you simply do not sit the #1 RB/WR regardless of matchup.

 

[ourmanflint]

Bush had 180 total yards against Carolina last year with no TDs. I believe both of these games were against the Delhomme'less Panthers which means he had lots of touches. In fact, he averaged 15 carries and 6 catches per game. Of course, the Saints were also Deuce'less which seemed to screw with Bush's effectiveness.

He's only had 1 TD against them in 4 total games.

I'd say with the Saints back close to full power on O, Bush is a MUST start.

 

[Jayrod]

I am sitting him in one PPR league.

But my the RB's starting in front of him are Marion Barber vs. STL, Steve Slaton vs. Det & Chris Johnson vs. KC

Those are three players that will all likely get a TD and plenty of yards as well as some catches. I think Slaton & MB3 are must starts. The choice came down to CJ vs. Bush and I just see CJ getting more yards and a better chance at a TD.

Bush has been playing at a high level, but I think he's due for a bit of a letdown game fantasywise. With Colston & Shockey playing plus Bush's knee issues, I could see him not having a lot of points. I'm thinking maybe 10/25 rushing & 5/40 receiving and 0 TD's. That would be 12.5 points in this league, but I think all of the other three beat that.

 

[Interseptopus]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid. Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

 

[AgentMulder]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid.

Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

I don't think this is as stupid as you may think. I'm faced with the same decision myself and right now I have Bush in. Like a couple others have said Bush can't keep up this pace and with Colston and Shockey back and the knee injury, I'm not sure if there's enough points to go around. Thomas Jones should have an EASY day against Oakland for 70-100yds and a TD I would think. I just don't think I can make myself sit Bush since he's been on fire almost all season.Bush career highlights

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2b1D5w82yU

 

[Interseptopus]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid.

Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

I don't think this is as stupid as you say as you may think. I'm faced with the same decision myself and right now I have Bush in. Like a couple others have said Bush can't keep up this pace and with Colston and Shockey back and the knee injury, I'm not sure if there's enough points to go around. Thomas Jones should have an EASY day against Oakland for 70-100yds and a TD I would think. I just don't think I can make myself sit Bush since he's been on fire almost all season.Bush career highlights

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2b1D5w82yU

Why can't he keep up the pace? People said the same thing about Brady last year.Just because Colston and Shockey are coming back? Wouldn't you think that'd have more of an impact on Billy Miller's passes going to Shockey, and Lance Moore's targets going to Colston? Seems logical to me. Doesn't really seem like the Saints have changed their game plan much at all after those 2 went down with an injury. Sure, you rely more on Bush, but at the same time it doesn't mean they haven't been passing. Look at Brees' stats! He's a passing machine. If anything this HELPS Bush out even more by getting more talent on the field. Specifically Shockey drawing more LB coverage and opening up passing lanes for Bush.

Let's not count out Bush's abilities on special teams. He has the potential to give you 4 extra points (4 punts for 25 yard average, just an arbitrary #), with the possibility of breaking one (or 2 or 3) for a score.

I think people are vastly over thinking the return of Colston and Shockey and thinking that it takes away from Bush's receptions/touches. I think it helps him out. It's not like Brees has thrown 20 passes a game, 15 of them going to Bush and 5 to the rest of his WRs. Lance Moore has exploded out of nowhere in Colston's place. They haven't changed their game plan one bit if you've ever watched the Saints. I don't see them changing it once Colston and Shockey come back either.

And this knee problem is being blown out of proportion. He's had swelling with his knee ALL SEASON. He doesn't seem to have pain so I am pretty sure he's fine as of now. Bush is periodically taken out for Deuce anyways, which keeps him fresh.

EDIT: Sure T. Jones may get 80-100 and a score, but Bush is likely to get 140 total, at least 6 receptions, and possibly a score. Even without a score he scores more than T. Jones

Go ahead and bench him... you'll be sorry.

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

Why can't he keep up the pace? People said the same thing about Brady last year.

Brady didn't keep up the pace last year.I benched Bush for TJ last week and was correct. Leaning that way again.

 

[theprince]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid.

Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

I don't think this is as stupid as you say as you may think. I'm faced with the same decision myself and right now I have Bush in. Like a couple others have said Bush can't keep up this pace and with Colston and Shockey back and the knee injury, I'm not sure if there's enough points to go around. Thomas Jones should have an EASY day against Oakland for 70-100yds and a TD I would think. I just don't think I can make myself sit Bush since he's been on fire almost all season.Bush career highlights

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2b1D5w82yU

Why can't he keep up the pace? People said the same thing about Brady last year.Just because Colston and Shockey are coming back? Wouldn't you think that'd have more of an impact on Billy Miller's passes going to Shockey, and Lance Moore's targets going to Colston? Seems logical to me. Doesn't really seem like the Saints have changed their game plan much at all after those 2 went down with an injury. Sure, you rely more on Bush, but at the same time it doesn't mean they haven't been passing. Look at Brees' stats! He's a passing machine. If anything this HELPS Bush out even more by getting more talent on the field. Specifically Shockey drawing more LB coverage and opening up passing lanes for Bush.

Let's not count out Bush's abilities on special teams. He has the potential to give you 4 extra points (4 punts for 25 yard average, just an arbitrary #), with the possibility of breaking one (or 2 or 3) for a score.

I think people are vastly over thinking the return of Colston and Shockey and thinking that it takes away from Bush's receptions/touches. I think it helps him out. It's not like Brees has thrown 20 passes a game, 15 of them going to Bush and 5 to the rest of his WRs. Lance Moore has exploded out of nowhere in Colston's place. They haven't changed their game plan one bit if you've ever watched the Saints. I don't see them changing it once Colston and Shockey come back either.

And this knee problem is being blown out of proportion. He's had swelling with his knee ALL SEASON. He doesn't seem to have pain so I am pretty sure he's fine as of now. Bush is periodically taken out for Deuce anyways, which keeps him fresh.

EDIT: Sure T. Jones may get 80-100 and a score, but Bush is likely to get 140 total, at least 6 receptions, and possibly a score. Even without a score he scores more than T. Jones

Go ahead and bench him... you'll be sorry.

Bush Week 1 with Colston and Shockey in lineup. At home against TB.14 carries 51 yards

8 catches 112 yards, 42yd rec td

4/78 TD came after Colston is last seen in play-by-play

I personally believe Colston and Shockey returning will help Bush. They will help move the chains, which means even more scoring opportunities for Reggie.

 

[Interseptopus]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid.

Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

I don't think this is as stupid as you say as you may think. I'm faced with the same decision myself and right now I have Bush in. Like a couple others have said Bush can't keep up this pace and with Colston and Shockey back and the knee injury, I'm not sure if there's enough points to go around. Thomas Jones should have an EASY day against Oakland for 70-100yds and a TD I would think. I just don't think I can make myself sit Bush since he's been on fire almost all season.Bush career highlights

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2b1D5w82yU

Why can't he keep up the pace? People said the same thing about Brady last year.Just because Colston and Shockey are coming back? Wouldn't you think that'd have more of an impact on Billy Miller's passes going to Shockey, and Lance Moore's targets going to Colston? Seems logical to me. Doesn't really seem like the Saints have changed their game plan much at all after those 2 went down with an injury. Sure, you rely more on Bush, but at the same time it doesn't mean they haven't been passing. Look at Brees' stats! He's a passing machine. If anything this HELPS Bush out even more by getting more talent on the field. Specifically Shockey drawing more LB coverage and opening up passing lanes for Bush.

Let's not count out Bush's abilities on special teams. He has the potential to give you 4 extra points (4 punts for 25 yard average, just an arbitrary #), with the possibility of breaking one (or 2 or 3) for a score.

I think people are vastly over thinking the return of Colston and Shockey and thinking that it takes away from Bush's receptions/touches. I think it helps him out. It's not like Brees has thrown 20 passes a game, 15 of them going to Bush and 5 to the rest of his WRs. Lance Moore has exploded out of nowhere in Colston's place. They haven't changed their game plan one bit if you've ever watched the Saints. I don't see them changing it once Colston and Shockey come back either.

And this knee problem is being blown out of proportion. He's had swelling with his knee ALL SEASON. He doesn't seem to have pain so I am pretty sure he's fine as of now. Bush is periodically taken out for Deuce anyways, which keeps him fresh.

EDIT: Sure T. Jones may get 80-100 and a score, but Bush is likely to get 140 total, at least 6 receptions, and possibly a score. Even without a score he scores more than T. Jones

Go ahead and bench him... you'll be sorry.

Bush Week 1 with Colston and Shockey in lineup. At home against TB.14 carries 51 yards

8 catches 112 yards, 42yd rec td

4/78 TD came after Colston is last seen in play-by-play

I personally believe Colston and Shockey returning will help Bush. They will help move the chains, which means even more scoring opportunities for Reggie.

Lance Moore didn't emerge until week 3. The team tried to go with the age-less wonder David Patten and that didn't work real well. This offense has really exploded once Brees found a go-to guy at WR. Now that Colston's back I think you're dead on- he will give more scoring opportunities for Bush. Can't hurt. Last I checked they played 2 completely different positions

 

[NCPanthersFan]

Am I over-thinking this - probably. Bush is 4th overall in this non-ppr league.

Do I have my homer goggles on - absolutely not.

Definitely not a Reggie Hater.

However - I do not think Bush is matchup proof because of HOW he gets his fantasy points. Has it been fun watching the games and waiting for Reggie to break a short catch outside or take a punt to he house? Sure the heck has. Can I make myself EXPECT that from him each week - no way. To me, it is just not matchup proof the way Westbrook or LT were last year (to quote a previous poster). Especially in non-ppr.

Bush Career against the Cats - 18 receptions for 143 yards 0 TD's, 3.2 ypc avg with 1 TD back in 2006. The Panthers know how to shut him down on the outside and he has not shown us this year why he will improve on that 3.2 ypc. This is not a run-of-the-mill matchup for Bush. Traditionally the Panthers come ready for him.

I think the beating I am taking is probably expected. I am gambling with a #2 RB slot that has been money for me all year. As far as Jones the only downside I can see this week is that he is playing on the west coast. Oak will find it very tough to run against the Jets and will be forced to pass early. This is probably the week T. Jones goes over 20 carries. He is a lock for a touchdown.

 

[hellz_fireflies]

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

Yep..Carolina's pass defense is #2..but look at who they played so far..they never played a QB like Brees yet or the weapons he has.Last three teams that got them into the #2 ranking was..Atlanta, Kansas City, Tampa Bay (not great passing teams).I'm playing Bush no doubt!

 

[Breesisdaman]

Am I over-thinking this - probably. Bush is 4th overall in this non-ppr league. Do I have my homer goggles on - absolutely not. Definitely not a Reggie Hater. However - I do not think Bush is matchup proof because of HOW he gets his fantasy points. Has it been fun watching the games and waiting for Reggie to break a short catch outside or take a punt to he house? Sure the heck has. Can I make myself EXPECT that from him each week - no way. To me, it is just not matchup proof the way Westbrook or LT were last year (to quote a previous poster). Especially in non-ppr.Bush Career against the Cats - 18 receptions for 143 yards 0 TD's, 3.2 ypc avg with 1 TD back in 2006. The Panthers know how to shut him down on the outside and he has not shown us this year why he will improve on that 3.2 ypc. This is not a run-of-the-mill matchup for Bush. Traditionally the Panthers come ready for him. I think the beating I am taking is probably expected. I am gambling with a #2 RB slot that has been money for me all year. As far as Jones the only downside I can see this week is that he is playing on the west coast. Oak will find it very tough to run against the Jets and will be forced to pass early. This is probably the week T. Jones goes over 20 carries. He is a lock for a touchdown.

Bush has had a breakout year because of his offseason preparation and staying in New Orleans as opposed to training in La like in earlier seasons. It has paid off for him. You can throw career stats against the Panthers out the window. Bush will be apart of the game plan and he will take what the Panthers give him and he will be affective in one way or the other. If thats running straight ahead then he will run straight ahead, if its through the air then he will become strictly a WR. Either way he is a gamer and will find the ***** in the Panthers armor. No way do they hold him to RB 2 numbers.

 

[Sebowski]

I'm sitting Bush for Portis and Chris Johnson. Johnson is going to kill the Chiefs.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

Normally I wouldn't consider sitting him, but Slaton has a nice matchup in PPR. For those who would start Reggie in a heartbeat...would the option of Slaton home against the Lions make you rethink that?

 

[Breesisdaman]

Normally I wouldn't consider sitting him, but Slaton has a nice matchup in PPR. For those who would start Reggie in a heartbeat...would the option of Slaton home against the Lions make you rethink that?

PerhapsHow is Greens health by the way? Is Slaton the lone back in the backfield?

 

[Interseptopus]

Am I over-thinking this - probably. Bush is 4th overall in this non-ppr league. Do I have my homer goggles on - absolutely not. Definitely not a Reggie Hater. However - I do not think Bush is matchup proof because of HOW he gets his fantasy points. Has it been fun watching the games and waiting for Reggie to break a short catch outside or take a punt to he house? Sure the heck has. Can I make myself EXPECT that from him each week - no way. To me, it is just not matchup proof the way Westbrook or LT were last year (to quote a previous poster). Especially in non-ppr.Bush Career against the Cats - 18 receptions for 143 yards 0 TD's, 3.2 ypc avg with 1 TD back in 2006. The Panthers know how to shut him down on the outside and he has not shown us this year why he will improve on that 3.2 ypc. This is not a run-of-the-mill matchup for Bush. Traditionally the Panthers come ready for him. I think the beating I am taking is probably expected. I am gambling with a #2 RB slot that has been money for me all year. As far as Jones the only downside I can see this week is that he is playing on the west coast. Oak will find it very tough to run against the Jets and will be forced to pass early. This is probably the week T. Jones goes over 20 carries. He is a lock for a touchdown.

Bush has had a breakout year because of his offseason preparation and staying in New Orleans as opposed to training in La like in earlier seasons. It has paid off for him. You can throw career stats against the Panthers out the window. Bush will be apart of the game plan and he will take what the Panthers give him and he will be affective in one way or the other. If thats running straight ahead then he will run straight ahead, if its through the air then he will become strictly a WR. Either way he is a gamer and will find the ***** in the Panthers armor. No way do they hold him to RB 2 numbers.

Career stats are out the window when you've got a player having a career season like Bush. Teams are WAY different every year, especially defenses. Players come, players leave, players get hurt, players decline, players climb the depth chart. You can't compare the 2008 CAR D to 2007, 2006, 2005. Chances of posting RB 2 numbers week 7 based on the 2008 SEASON:R. Bush <<<<<<<<< T. Jones

Normally I wouldn't consider sitting him, but Slaton has a nice matchup in PPR. For those who would start Reggie in a heartbeat...would the option of Slaton home against the Lions make you rethink that?

No never bench Reggie.I'm this post so after this weeks games I can ask you guys what you think of that decision

 

[shredhead]

I'm sitting Bush for Portis and Chris Johnson. Johnson is going to kill the Chiefs.

Do you have my team? Those are my RB's as well, and my first thought was the same as yours, to bench Bush and start Portis and Johnson. This thread is giving me second thoughts. I'm not sure if that is good or bad.

 

[KellysHeroes]

sitting him for T. Jones.

T. Jones is the 16th ranked RB this week in my FBG Cheetsheet through the subscription. Bush is #6Bush may not get 30+ fantasy points this week, but he'll still outscore the vast majority of RBs. Benching him for Chris Johnson is legitimate (he's ranked 4th BTW). I'd probably play Bush over Slaton though. Benching him for a RB2 like Thomas Jones is just plain stupid.

Clearly has the homer goggles on. Keep dreaming that Delhomme will lead you to a playoff berth Week 10 out for the season with shoulder problems

I don't think this is as stupid as you say as you may think. I'm faced with the same decision myself and right now I have Bush in. Like a couple others have said Bush can't keep up this pace and with Colston and Shockey back and the knee injury, I'm not sure if there's enough points to go around. Thomas Jones should have an EASY day against Oakland for 70-100yds and a TD I would think. I just don't think I can make myself sit Bush since he's been on fire almost all season.Bush career highlights

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2b1D5w82yU

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[footballnerd]

NON PPR, i can choose out of these 5 to play: (2rb & 4wr OR 3rb's and 3wr's)

Bush vs Panthers

E.Graham vs Seattle

Slaton vs Lions

M.Moore vs Bengles (only if FWP is OUT)

Colsten vs Panthers

Braylon vs Redskins

H.Ward vs Bengles

Calvin vs Texans

Im think Reggie gets to take a sit down this week, like i say its a non ppr, although he is top 7 even in non ppr. Im more likely to roll with the bolded guys.

I wouldn't start Calvin over Bush, he's about to get triple teamed.

 

[chris1969]

I'm playing Slayton vs Det and Portis vs CLE

I'm debating on playing Graham vs Sea, Forte vs Min, or Bush vs Car at the flex spot.

Yeah, a good problem to have, but I have no WR depth.

 

[Neil Beaufort Zod]

Normally I wouldn't consider sitting him, but Slaton has a nice matchup in PPR. For those who would start Reggie in a heartbeat...would the option of Slaton home against the Lions make you rethink that?

PerhapsHow is Greens health by the way? Is Slaton the lone back in the backfield?

Green is a superman by Green's standards-- whch means he's healthy with no reported lingering injuries and is practicing fully. So he should get some carries. Then again, so will McAllister.

 

[bicycle_seat_sniffer]

In PPR I wouldnt sit Reggie vs the 85 bears

 

[Hipple Long Ware & Peete]

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

I think that statistic is not valuable when you talk about Bush. He has not been getting his points in a traditional fashion. I think of it more along the lines if Carolina can just shut down the outside against Bush - which I think they can and have done in the past.

I agree with you.

I as well. Car has been allowing yards up the middle. That isn't where bush gets his. Thomas Davis will likely be shadowing Bush, and he has the kind of speed needed to do so.

 

[gonzobill5]

where was all this reggie bush love before this season? my league give 0.5 ppr and he slid to the 4th! he goes from overhyped to underappreciated and now he's climbing back toward overhyped.

however, i completely agree that he is a steady play regardless of the matchup, especially in a ppr league because he gets points from all over the place. however, that doesn't mean he should never see the bench. teams game plan for him, and there are games (like the 49ers game this year) where he gets shut down in all 3 aspects. if you are benching him, though, it means you've got a pretty darn good alternative

 

[Notinuse]

I'm making the same decision as the OP and a couple others in here and benching Bush for Thomas Jones (and Chris Johnson but he's a must start this week). I have J. Lewis and Grant sitting on my bench.

I need my RB2 spot to be solid this week and IMO Reggie vs. Carolina will either do really well or really badly. Jones is a lock for 50+ and a TD which is all I need.

 

[GreenNGold]

You NEVER bench an elite player. EVER.

(this is assuming PPR)

 

[fasteddie_21]

I know the never bench your studs thing, esp in PPR like this...but wtf do you do here then?

MBIII @ StL

C. Johnson @ KC

Bush @ Car

Jacobs vs SF

 

[glumpy]

This guy may be biased. Just saw his handle name: NCPanthersFan...

Seems to be he's got an over-inflated opinion of his home-team... or he just doesn't want to cheer against Bush. He's destined for disappointment either way

As a Cat's fan I'm in the same boat--only with Brees! The last time I went to a game with my FF QB playing the rooting was really rough!

Carolina isn't that good against the rush. They rank 15th, giving up 105.7 ypg, but Carolina does rank 2nd against the pass giving up only 170 yds per game and 5 tds.

Yep..Carolina's pass defense is #2..but look at who they played so far..they never played a QB like Brees yet or the weapons he has.Last three teams that got them into the #2 ranking was..Atlanta, Kansas City, Tampa Bay (not great passing teams).

I'm playing Bush no doubt!

There's my trouble. If Cutler had all his weapons against the Pats I wouldn't even consider playing Brees against the Cats--but as it is he's in my roster...so far. As for Bush, I can see the same second thoughts given the choices people have here.

 

[Ripleys]

I only sit Reggie Bush during bye weeks.

 

[Marc Levin]

However - I do not think Bush is matchup proof because of HOW he gets his fantasy points.

In PPR leagues, he IS matchup proof because of how he gets his fantasy points.5 catches for 7 yards is still 5.7 points. And that is an extremely disappointing day from Reggie.

 

[Christo]

[PPR league]I will never bench an active Reggie Bush. Ever.

Same thing for my non-PPR, flex league.I told him this morning, "Reggie, you're not being benched. I'm merely starting you in a different position."

 

[knowledge dropper]

Those of us not in PPR leagues have to scratch our heads at all this Reggie Bush love. FBG don't even have him in the top 10 this week. In non PPR leagues it is not out of question to sit him for guys like Dom Rhodes, Slaton or M. Moore this week. He is nursing a bum leg and those guys have better matchups. Bush is not a "must start" in non-PPR leagues or leagues that don't count special teams production.

 

[dlptown]

I feel your pain Fasteddie;

I know the never bench your studs thing, esp in PPR like this...but wtf do you do here then?

MBIII @ StL- I have Forte v MIN

C. Johnson @ KC

Bush @ Car

Jacobs vs SF[

 

[Mik789fl]

Who are you sitting Bush for this week?

I'm sitting MYSELF on the couch to watch him ring up some points for me. To even consider benching Bush right now puts one in the "I wish you were in my league" category.