Mister CIA
Footballguy
Michael Robinson is my SWAG, though surely he lacks Turner's speed.
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Who is the Next Michael Turner? (1 Viewer)
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Burning Sensation
Footballguy
Chris Perry
Mister CIA
Footballguy
Damn, I forgot all about him, and I have him rostered on two teams.ETA: BUT, Perry arrived with a first round pedigree, unlike Turner or Robinson. Still, I think the pedigree has nearly worn off, so he fits.
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Dope
Footballguy
LOL...I have him on both of my teams too.Perry just needs to have a healthy productive season. It could happen.Leon Washington might be a good one. He's ( Leon owner bias) Tiki like. Greg Jones? Could be had cheap. Long shot sure, but the payoff would be high. I think if guys like Mike Bush and Brandon Jacobs have some success, teams may look at Greg a little closer.Mike Robinson is also on this list.
Riffraff
Footballguy
I'm not sure what the non-poll is about.
Is it:
1. Who's the best back-up RB?
2. Who's the hot commodity overly hyped RB?
3. Who's the next restricted free agent getting noticed during a bad RB free agency?
4. Who's a low round drafted RB that may end up doing better on another team?
5. Who's a RB playing second fiddle behind a stud?
Is it:
1. Who's the best back-up RB?
2. Who's the hot commodity overly hyped RB?
3. Who's the next restricted free agent getting noticed during a bad RB free agency?
4. Who's a low round drafted RB that may end up doing better on another team?
5. Who's a RB playing second fiddle behind a stud?
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Mister CIA
Footballguy
6. Money for Nothing
mlball77
Footballguy
I think Michael Robinson has a chance to develop into a solid RB; just needs a bit more time.
I think Morency has a shot this year. I haven't seen enough of him to make a judgment though. I saw a couple of Packers games last year, and he looked solid spelling Green... but I don't know if he can be an every down RB, maybe at least a productive member of a RBBC.
I think Morency has a shot this year. I haven't seen enough of him to make a judgment though. I saw a couple of Packers games last year, and he looked solid spelling Green... but I don't know if he can be an every down RB, maybe at least a productive member of a RBBC.
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PadresLakers
Footballguy
Marion Barber
LionsFan78
Footballguy
I'm really confused at where some of the Michael Robinson speculations are coming from. I'd like to see a hell of a lot more from him before I throw him into this conversation. With the exception of an early 5-29 yards, 2 TD performance against Philly, he really didn't do anything. Hell, even Maurice Hicks outperformed him the second half of the season. Unless Gore gets injured, I really don't see him getting a chance to raise his stock before becoming a free agent.
Leon Washington is a good choice here. I'm interested in seeing how Mangini uses him this year with TJones though. The thing with Leon is, he's really not sitting behind a "stud" like Turner is. He could very well be a major part of that offense for the next few years, and therefore might not get a chance elsewhere after his initial contract is up.
Being a huge UM fan, I've been waiting for Perry to break out. Injuries have just killed him though, but I think he'll have enough recognition to get a decent chance somewhere down the road.
Leon Washington is a good choice here. I'm interested in seeing how Mangini uses him this year with TJones though. The thing with Leon is, he's really not sitting behind a "stud" like Turner is. He could very well be a major part of that offense for the next few years, and therefore might not get a chance elsewhere after his initial contract is up.
Being a huge UM fan, I've been waiting for Perry to break out. Injuries have just killed him though, but I think he'll have enough recognition to get a decent chance somewhere down the road.
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Riffraff
Footballguy
All depends how many seasons you're talking.Low cost (starters most have written off):Kevin JonesWarrick DunnLamont JordanJulius JonesFred TaylorFairly cheap, some possibly free (back-ups that can get you points on a weekly basis):Ladell BettsSammy MorrisRicky WilliamsAdrian Peterson (Chi)Reuben DroughnsTatum BellDominick RhodesVernand Morency (pending new RB signing)DeDe Dorsey (until they add a 3rd RB to the roster)RBs that could start for another team in 2008 (contract ends after 2007):Michael TurnerJulius JonesJamal LewisRicky Williams
by_the_sea_wannabe
:sj:
This one makes the most sense.
That guy could be great. Much in the same mold as MJD. Well done.
Im sorry the first round pedigree in my opinion is just BS. Take a look at Draftscout.com the reason Turner who was a big success in the college ranks did not receive a first round grade: Limited catches out of the backfield and the perception that a 5.10' 235 pound man is a tub of lard. We all know the hype on these big school players. The reason WR D Jarret will be picked up this year before Jason Hill is because USC is a big program. I think Hill will have a far more productive career, by far.
tribecalledjeff
Footballguy
I was going to post almost this exact same thing.Can we make sure that the first Michael Turner is even worth asking this question before trying to find the next one?(btw, it's Morency
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Otis
Footballguy
I get abused here for my pimping of Perry, but I do think he has top10 or top5 NFL RB talent -- he just needs to stay healthy for a year (and I'm not sure he's capable of that).
-OZ-
Footballguy
Turner is already worth asking this question if you're selling. What he does from this point forward is relatively moot, if you're trading him away.Morency may start this year, how can he be the next backup turned hot FF commodity?I was about to ask how often there is a player like Turner, but with Jordan, CTaylor, and a few others throughout the years, it happens more than I would have thought.I was going to post almost this exact same thing.Can we make sure that the first Michael Turner is even worth asking this question before trying to find the next one?(btw, it's Morency
What about Anthony Thomas? Pending some move by the Bills, he is a starting RB.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
He might start for the Sacred Hart Gimps or the Mayo Clinic Cancers.
BigTex
Don't mess with Texas
Doesn't look like this site is available.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
6. Who is the stud RB sleeper that Riffraff can't pry for cheap in his leagues?
nygiants56
Footballguy
Adrian Peterson, Bears #2 RB. If Benson can't stay healthy, you'll hear a lot about Peterson.
ConstruxBoy
Kate's Daddy
My vote.
Peterson is a nice call, he's always looked just as good as Benson when he's had the chance to tote the rock. I just don't understand why he signed a long term deal so cheap last year (cough Betts cough)
Perry would be a good call, except I want to actually see him on the field - his injury (ankle/broken leg) is grisly and the kind that sometimes leaves players never quite the same.
Speaking of leg injuries that leave a guy not quite the same, another decent longshot if he ever gets a true audition is Musa Smith.
We already know Ricky is good, and just maybe he has a year or two left in the tank.
Some other talented (to at least some extent) guys to keep tabs on:
Jerome Harrison, CLE
Chris Taylor, HOU
Andre Hall, DEN
Ryan Moats, PHI (he needs a change of scenery)
Perry would be a good call, except I want to actually see him on the field - his injury (ankle/broken leg) is grisly and the kind that sometimes leaves players never quite the same.
Speaking of leg injuries that leave a guy not quite the same, another decent longshot if he ever gets a true audition is Musa Smith.
We already know Ricky is good, and just maybe he has a year or two left in the tank.
Some other talented (to at least some extent) guys to keep tabs on:
Jerome Harrison, CLE
Chris Taylor, HOU
Andre Hall, DEN
Ryan Moats, PHI (he needs a change of scenery)
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Riffraff
Footballguy
All depends on who they bring in. But yes, he's currently the starter.
Dope can verify this one - I've not inquired into Mr. Turner's services in our dynasty league.
Traders2001
Footballguy
My vote.
RazorsEdge
Footballguy
Pretty Spooky:
Jerious Norwood
Rushing Stats
Year Team G ATT YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 ATL 14 99 633 6.4 69 2
Receiving Stats
Year Team G REC YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 ATL 14 12 102 8.5 32 0
Michael Turner
Rushing Stats
Year Team G ATT YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 SD 13 80 502 6.3 73 2
Receiving Stats
Year Team G REC YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 SD 13 3 47 15.7 30 0
Jerious Norwood
Rushing Stats
Year Team G ATT YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 ATL 14 99 633 6.4 69 2
Receiving Stats
Year Team G REC YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 ATL 14 12 102 8.5 32 0
Michael Turner
Rushing Stats
Year Team G ATT YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 SD 13 80 502 6.3 73 2
Receiving Stats
Year Team G REC YDS AVG LNG TD
2006 SD 13 3 47 15.7 30 0
Exactly, you guys who are trying to turn this into a "will Turner be good or not" thread are missing the point. If you can acquire the running backs cheap now that will raise to this kind of value then that's all you need. Whether you like them or not it's all about perceived value, trading power, and improving team quality.Michael Robinson is that kind of a player with portential because of Gore's injury history mostly. Gores contract is starter worthy and enough buzz isn't around Robinson yet to make him a guy NFL teams want to trade for. Robinson is a ways off from getting a bump in value unless Gore goes down. Norwood isn't under the radar, and it will cost something to pry him away, but he's a few articles and a great preseason this year from jumping up into Turners realm and he doesn't need a change of venue to realize it since he's the hier apparent to Dunn. Right now people are at least projecting Atlanta to draft a big back so I think now's as good a time as any to try and get him. Perry's far under the radar for initial dynasty drafts and it's for good reason, but he's good, and will be at least a great running back by committee guy. His contract should be running up soon and a change of venue would pay huge dividends. Definitely a guy to have.I'm a fan of Morency's potential as well.Turner is already worth asking this question if you're selling. What he does from this point forward is relatively moot, if you're trading him away.Morency may start this year, how can he be the next backup turned hot FF commodity?I was about to ask how often there is a player like Turner, but with Jordan, CTaylor, and a few others throughout the years, it happens more than I would have thought.I was going to post almost this exact same thing.Can we make sure that the first Michael Turner is even worth asking this question before trying to find the next one?(btw, it's Morency)
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good point... changes the lighting for me... i want it to be brandon jacobs, don't own him, but deserves a shot... Mike Bell might fit this role, if henry missteps
tribecalledjeff
Footballguy
A very fair point.Turner is already worth asking this question if you're selling. What he does from this point forward is relatively moot, if you're trading him away.Morency may start this year, how can he be the next backup turned hot FF commodity?I was going to post almost this exact same thing.Can we make sure that the first Michael Turner is even worth asking this question before trying to find the next one?
(btw, it's Morency)
I was about to ask how often there is a player like Turner, but with Jordan, CTaylor, and a few others throughout the years, it happens more than I would have thought.
Dope
Footballguy
Truth. He has not tried to get Michael Turner from me.(He's trying to get my 1.02 AND my 1st rounder next year)
Traders2001
Footballguy
Morency wont even start a pre season game , please Morency is back up material that s it.
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
Garrett Wolfe, RB, NIUBloom - 20th RB
Sean Baca - 17th RB
Lammey didn't have him on his list, nor is he in the Bloom 100.
NIU is where Michael Turner went to school, so that's the obvious connection.
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