Wiilis Magahee (1 Viewer)

[Art Vandalay]

Ravens offensive coordinator Cam Cameron said Thursday that Willis McGahee (knee) could be a game-time decision against the Bengals in Week 1.

"You can see that he's getting close," Cameron said. "Whether that'll mean this week or not, I don't know." FB LeRon McClain could get some carries behind Ray Rice if McGahee can't play. McGahee has practiced on a limited basis this week. The teams play in a 1PM ET game, so we'll know McGahee's status early.

What to do now?

 

[RIM]

wait until sunday at 12:30 to see?

 

[LOCO]

rookie qb and rookie rb, even though it is against the bengals, i would look elsewhere.

 

[Winning IS Everything]

I personally do not think McGahee plays. However, I think the Ravens are hoping he can with Flacco starting. Whether he plays or not, I am sure the Ravens want the Bengals to gameplan like he is playing and will keep it as such until Sunday morning.

 

[TLEF316]

I'll probably roll Rice out there at my 2nd flex spot. (4th RB behind MB3, MJD and DeAngelo) It's either him or felix Jones. I just dont have the flexibility with Steve Smith out on suspension.

 

[yinzer]

on the yahoo player update thing, it says he's expected to start but will likely split carries with rice

..but judging by the title, apparently youre interested in 'Wiilis McGahee'...this must be locked in the attic twin, and it could be the shark move to start him

 

[Art Vandalay]

I was just wondering when people think we will know for sure if hes starting. If he is he should see around 25 touches even at 4 yds a touch that still 100 yds not bad for flex player.

 

[mattyt]

I see the Ravens passing as little as possible, so regardless of whether Rice starts or splits ...it may still be win-win.

 

[Gottabesweet]

Ray Rice or Kevin Smith is my choice blah!

 

[red]

i know no team can take any game for granted, but this is the bungles we're talking about. this team looks like it's on a direct path for implodement...

give mcgahee some carries, see how he feels and the game unfolds. but, if it looks like rice is doing well and the game is not out of control, then rest mcgahee since he hasn't practiced with the new offense in 4 weeks and still has a knee in need of healing...

 

[Foureyes]

I'm considering Rice as my flex (other options are SHolmes or Cotchery), and he's actually ranked much higher than either of the two WRs by footballguys, who obviously aren't impressed with the reports that McGahee may play. IMO, Cinci puts 8 or 9 in the box to force Flacco to beat them, making it tough sledding for a rookie starting in his first game (let alone 2 rookies). IMO, I go conservative with either Holmes or Cotch (leaning toward Holmes), and don't roll the dice with Rice until I see he deserves the nod.

 

[J-Rock]

I've got both McGahee and Rice. I'll probably go with another rookie RB along with LT2 this weekend - Matt Forte.

 

[Pittsburgh United]

I agonized over this decision today, but I've decided to put him in this week at my flex spot over Santana Moss.

 

[kingmalaki]

I've either gotta go with Rice or Mason in my flex spot. That's what I get for drafting Marshall and Steve Smith. My opponent has McGahee though.

If I can only make it through the first 2 weeks.....

 

[xenon]

As someone who is thin @ RB, I hope Mcgahee does not play and that Rice can step up BIG for me and all other Rice owners. Appears as though that will have to be a game time decision.

Let's keep this thread current for all of us who have Mcgahee and/or Rice.

 

[Judge Smails]

I want to play Rice so bad over Bush and Chris Perry as my RB2...But I probably can't pull the trigger unless I hear Willis is out..

 

[Uruk-Hai]

From last night's Players In The News e-mail:

*** Thursday Update *** RB Willis McGahee (BAL) partially participated in Thursday's practice. He is currently a game-time decision. "You can see that he's getting close," OC Cam Cameron said. "Whether that'll mean this week or not, I don't know." He's a pretty risky pick as the Ravens seem to really like backup RB Ray Rice and they won't hesitate to use him if they don't feel that McGahee is ready.

I think if you have any kind of viable option at all, you have to bench McGahee. This is just too iffy & even if we find out at 12:48 Sunday that he'll play, who knows how much?

As for Rice, I think he'll get a decent amount of time even if Willis plays. But if I had Holmes or Cotchery as Foureyes mentioned above, I think I'd have one of them in instead - at least until we hear for sure that McGahee isn't playing.

 

[brindrod]

If the Ravens's gameplan for the season is to run the ball 600+ times because of their lack of experience at the QB position (Flacco) and another who is a complete dud (Boller), it just does not make any sense to insert McGahee this week to risk aggravating the injury when it is clearly not 100%.

They are going to need McGahee in full health to play smashmouth football for the reminder of the season and it would be insane to risk him for just one game.

Even if McGahee is set to go, I will still go with Rice as my FLEX. In my league, I was smart enough to draft both although I did pay a bit high for the handcuff.

 

[dmac37]

From last night's Players In The News e-mail:

*** Thursday Update *** RB Willis McGahee (BAL) partially participated in Thursday's practice. He is currently a game-time decision. "You can see that he's getting close," OC Cam Cameron said. "Whether that'll mean this week or not, I don't know." He's a pretty risky pick as the Ravens seem to really like backup RB Ray Rice and they won't hesitate to use him if they don't feel that McGahee is ready.

I think if you have any kind of viable option at all, you have to bench McGahee. This is just too iffy & even if we find out at 12:48 Sunday that he'll play, who knows how much?

As for Rice, I think he'll get a decent amount of time even if Willis plays. But if I had Holmes or Cotchery as Foureyes mentioned above, I think I'd have one of them in instead - at least until we hear for sure that McGahee isn't playing.

I have 3 teams and Rice is the only player I made sure I had on all 3 (2 are dynasty), I'm looking to play him as my #3RB on all 3 teams. He should produce points either way, if he splits time will still run some and get many dump off passes from the rookie QB and have major upside if he gets most of the touches. With that said unless McGahee is listed as OUT it would seem crazy to play Rice over Holmes or Cotchery in PPR.

 

[Gargoylez]

jeeez The season barely started and I am already getting GTD on my players. I think this is going to be a long year.

Rice did good in the Preseason, McGahee didn't practice at all... I just can't see Willis getting the nod. Why risk his injury when you have a player who played very well in the pre-season? I am sure there is much more into it, route running, blocking, etc... but why not just pull the cord on WM and give Rice the nod? Is it a strategy type thing?

 

[LILB811]

jeeez The season barely started and I am already getting GTD on my players. I think this is going to be a long year. Rice did good in the Preseason, McGahee didn't practice at all... I just can't see Willis getting the nod. Why risk his injury when you have a player who played very well in the pre-season? I am sure there is much more into it, route running, blocking, etc... but why not just pull the cord on WM and give Rice the nod? Is it a strategy type thing?

I'll just start by saying I'm a Rice owner.Willis has been limited in practice, which according to the old injury designation would list him as questionable. Knowing the desire Willis has, I honestly expect him to play, but all of the coaches have said he's not going to be at 100%. Having the Bengals have to gameplan for 2 RB's makes it that much more difficult on them, so I wouldn't expect to hear anything different from the Ravens staff.As for Rice, even if Willis does play, I could see him getting something like 13 carries for 60 yards and 2 catches for 20 yards, with maybe a TD thrown in there. After how impressive this guy looked in the preseason it would be foolish not to get him touches. If Willis doesn't play he's a great option for this week and I'd guess be a top 10-15 back.My

 

[mozzy84]

Hey, Jamison!

Ravens insider answers your questions

September 5, 2008

Each week, Baltimore Sun reporter Jamison Hensley will answer fan questions about the Ravens. To submit a question, send an e-mail to sports@baltsun.com. Please provide your name and phone number so we can verify the e-mail.

HEY, JAMISON: How much is Ray Rice going to play? Is [ Willis] McGahee ready to go, or will Rice get the start this week? Thanks.Ron BrunkNashville, Tenn.

HEY, RON: McGahee could be a game-time decision because he has been slow to recover from arthroscopic knee surgery in training camp. The Ravens' mind-set right now is that Rice will be starting. If McGahee is ready, that will be a bonus. Even if McGahee plays, Rice could split time with him because McGahee won't be at full strength. So drafting Rice in the second round might have been a surprise, but it seems like the Ravens' best move on draft day.

http://www.baltimoresun.com/sports/footbal...,0,820146.story

 

[dmac37]

I thought McGahee was just limited at practice yesterday but from KFFL and the Baltimore Sun below, states that he did not participate in practice.

(KFFL) Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens RB Willis McGahee (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Sept. 4. Offensive coordinator Cam Cameron said McGahee is a game-time decision for Week 1. If he cannot play, RB Ray Rice will start in his place.

 

[acjohnson83]

I agonized over this decision today, but I've decided to put him in this week at my flex spot over Santana Moss.

That sucks.

 

[Banger]

Wow, the Ravens look like they'll be a top 5 draft pick next year. No QB, injured Rb to start the season, bad wr's, banged up TE, bad o-line and an aging/banged up defense. Ughhh....

 

[Pittsburgh United]

I agonized over this decision today, but I've decided to put him in this week at my flex spot over Santana Moss.

That sucks.

Not really. Moss got 8.9 last night in my non-PPR league. I still expect Rice to do better than that. I stand by my decision.

 

[PACKER 7]

I'm no Ravens expert, but in my many years of Fantasy Football, if a guy practices on Friday they usually play. Not saying it's a guarantee, but...



From the Baltimore Sun:

The good news coming out of practice today was that starting defensive tackle Kelly Gregg participated in some drills with the team. Gregg hasn't practice since having arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. Running back Willis McGahee also didn't miss any reps.

Link:Practice notes 09/05

We'll see, but I'm feeling more certain that Willis will play.

 

[AnonymousBob]

As a guy who played the Bengals defense I'm sad to hear this news.

 

[LILB811]

I'm no Ravens expert, but in my many years of Fantasy Football, if a guy practices on Friday they usually play. Not saying it's a guarantee, but...



From the Baltimore Sun:

The good news coming out of practice today was that starting defensive tackle Kelly Gregg participated in some drills with the team. Gregg hasn't practice since having arthroscopic surgery on his left knee. Running back Willis McGahee also didn't miss any reps.

Link:Practice notes 09/05

We'll see, but I'm feeling more certain that Willis will play.

From what I remember, it's almost this way. I believe that what is usually said is that if a guy does not practice on Friday it usually means he won't play, but practicing on Friday is no guarantee. I still think Willis will play however like I said above.

 

[PACKER 7]

More promising news. He's been upgraded to Probable... again no guarantee

Gregg doubtful for Sunday's game

Defensive tackle limited in practice by knee injury; Reed listed as questionable

By Jamison Hensley | jamison.hensley@baltsun.com

3:20 PM EDT, September 5, 2008

The Ravens will likely have to play without nose tackle Kelly Gregg, who was listed as doubtful in today's injury report.

Gregg was limited in practice today with a knee injury after missing practices on Wednesday and Thursday. The Ravens could move Haloti Ngata to nose tackle and start either Marques Douglas or Justin Bannan at defensive tackle.

Free safety Ed Reed (neck) was listed as questionable. There are four Ravens listed as probable: running back Willis McGahee (knee), tight end Todd Heap (knee), offensive tackle Oniel Cousins (back) and guard Marshal Yanda (thumb).

 

[faux_bear]

More promising news. He's been upgraded to Probable... again no guarantee

Gregg doubtful for Sunday's game

Defensive tackle limited in practice by knee injury; Reed listed as questionable

By Jamison Hensley | jamison.hensley@baltsun.com

3:20 PM EDT, September 5, 2008

The Ravens will likely have to play without nose tackle Kelly Gregg, who was listed as doubtful in today's injury report.

Gregg was limited in practice today with a knee injury after missing practices on Wednesday and Thursday. The Ravens could move Haloti Ngata to nose tackle and start either Marques Douglas or Justin Bannan at defensive tackle.

Free safety Ed Reed (neck) was listed as questionable. There are four Ravens listed as probable: running back Willis McGahee (knee), tight end Todd Heap (knee), offensive tackle Oniel Cousins (back) and guard Marshal Yanda (thumb).

My guess is McGahee plays and takes 60 percent of the rushes (16 to 12 or something like that)

 

[bumpman]

It looks like neither Rice nor McGahee is really startable this weekend unless you are pretty desperate. I have both, but am going with Maroney.

 

[PACKER 7]

It looks like neither Rice nor McGahee is really startable this weekend unless you are pretty desperate. I have both, but am going with Maroney.

If by desperate you mean your RB 2 could be out then yes. Maybe in smaller leagues RB2 out is no problem, but in 12 - 14 team leagues your RB3 & 4 guys are not someone you'd prefer to start.I just saw on ESPN that Willis is "expected to play" on the bottom ticker.I think that is huge. I guess what I'm saying is, most people drafted McGahee to be a key part of their line-up and if they can sit him out with no problem then it must be a 10 team or less league. I would think in most leagues if you RB2 is suiting up your playing him.

 

[HULLOBUDMAN]

It looks like neither Rice nor McGahee is really startable this weekend unless you are pretty desperate. I have both, but am going with Maroney.

If by desperate you mean your RB 2 could be out then yes. Maybe in smaller leagues RB2 out is no problem, but in 12 - 14 team leagues your RB3 & 4 guys are not someone you%d prefer to start.I just saw on ESPN that Willis is "expected to play" on the bottom ticker.

I think that is huge.

I guess what I%m saying is, most people drafted McGahee to be a key part of their line-up and if they can sit him out with no problem then it must be a 10 team or less league. I would think in most leagues if you RB2 is suiting up your playing him.

Or they drafted better than you did. It%s very easy to draft a capable #3 back in 12 man leagues.

 

[yinzer]

I dont think I want anything to do with this situation having both McGahee and Rice

Im either going to roll with Bush or Cotchery as my flex

 

[PACKER 7]

It looks like neither Rice nor McGahee is really startable this weekend unless you are pretty desperate. I have both, but am going with Maroney.

If by desperate you mean your RB 2 could be out then yes. Maybe in smaller leagues RB2 out is no problem, but in 12 - 14 team leagues your RB3 & 4 guys are not someone you%d prefer to start.I just saw on ESPN that Willis is "expected to play" on the bottom ticker.

I think that is huge.

I guess what I%m saying is, most people drafted McGahee to be a key part of their line-up and if they can sit him out with no problem then it must be a 10 team or less league. I would think in most leagues if you RB2 is suiting up your playing him.

Or they drafted better than you did. It%s very easy to draft a capable #3 back in 12 man leagues.

I guess I should have clarified that in my league we start 2 RBs and a flex, so yes I do have a capable back-up in Fred Taylor, but he'll be in the flex. We can only have 4 RBs and my 4th RB is Andre Hall. Yes I have 5 WRs, but we start 3 and possible 4th as flex. I think I'd rather have Willis than Andre Hall or my 4th WR (Bryant Johnson). My point is that most everyone should be needing to start their RB2. I don't think you draft your RB2 and then it's completely ok that he's on the bench week 1. So in my mind everyone should be desperate to play your RB2 in most leagues.

 

[kingmalaki]

It looks like neither Rice nor McGahee is really startable this weekend unless you are pretty desperate. I have both, but am going with Maroney.

Some of us are pretty desperate. I drafted Marshall and S.Smith, so I either have to throw Rice, C.Taylor, R.Brown or Mason out at the flex spot. Rice looks like the best bet, especially since my opponent has McGahee.

 

[VICK-tory]

Got this at draftsharks.com /

JUMbotron: Straight from the source

by John Miller

I just talked to Ed Lee at the Baltimore Sun about Willis McGahee, who's still rehabbing after a knee scope. "Johnny, it's not looking good for Willis, who has been limited in practice thus far," said Lee. "Seems the coaching staff is resigned to starting Ray Rice at tailback instead of Willis."

 

[red]

Got this at draftsharks.com /JUMbotron: Straight from the sourceby John MillerI just talked to Ed Lee at the Baltimore Sun about Willis McGahee, who's still rehabbing after a knee scope. "Johnny, it's not looking good for Willis, who has been limited in practice thus far," said Lee. "Seems the coaching staff is resigned to starting Ray Rice at tailback instead of Willis."

:riceowner:

 

[RIM]

Got this at draftsharks.com /JUMbotron: Straight from the sourceby John MillerI just talked to Ed Lee at the Baltimore Sun about Willis McGahee, who's still rehabbing after a knee scope. "Johnny, it's not looking good for Willis, who has been limited in practice thus far," said Lee. "Seems the coaching staff is resigned to starting Ray Rice at tailback instead of Willis."

how is ed lee of the baltimore sun "straight from the source" we'll know a lot more tomorrow after morning warmups.

 

[mdog1967]

Got this at draftsharks.com /JUMbotron: Straight from the sourceby John MillerI just talked to Ed Lee at the Baltimore Sun about Willis McGahee, who's still rehabbing after a knee scope. "Johnny, it's not looking good for Willis, who has been limited in practice thus far," said Lee. "Seems the coaching staff is resigned to starting Ray Rice at tailback instead of Willis."

how is ed lee of the baltimore sun "straight from the source" we'll know a lot more tomorrow after morning warmups.

I know folks drafted MG early and were counting on him to be your main horse. He aint gonna play this week. Start Rice with confidence, he will be a top ten back for fantasy purposes this week. Let me add IMHO.

 

[joffer]

Got this at draftsharks.com /JUMbotron: Straight from the sourceby John MillerI just talked to Ed Lee at the Baltimore Sun about Willis McGahee, who%s still rehabbing after a knee scope. "Johnny, it%s not looking good for Willis, who has been limited in practice thus far," said Lee. "Seems the coaching staff is resigned to starting Ray Rice at tailback instead of Willis."

how is ed lee of the baltimore sun "straight from the source" :X we%ll know a lot more tomorrow after morning warmups.

I know folks drafted MG early and were counting on him to be your main horse. He aint gonna play this week. Start Rice with confidence, he will be a top ten back for fantasy purposes this week. Let me add IMHO.

i hope you don%t try to make a living betting that players listed as probable "ain%t gonna play"

 

[Bristol]

Just saw this on CBS

News: Ravens RB Willis McGahee was listed as probable for the club's Week 1 game vs. Cincinnati after going through his third limited practice of the week Friday. McGahee is recovering from left arthroscopic knee surgery performed early in the preseason. With him probable, he'll likely share the rushing workload with rookie RB Ray Rice.

Analysis: By being listed as probable, the Ravens must feel like McGahee has a very good chance of playing. That being the case, both Ravens RBs are no better than No. 3 RB options for Sunday, though McGahee will eventually emerge as a No. 2 RB once he gets rolling. We'll have the definitive word on his status this Sunday on Fantasy Football Today, 11 a.m. ET here on CBSSports.com.