William Powell (1 Viewer)

[MAC_32]

Anyone have an idea when he's getting added to MFL? Checked each of the last 2 days, and, nothing. I have some dead weight on the roster, zero depth at RB, and there's absolutely nothing on waivers - deep dyno.

That's odd-he has been available for pickup since the news that Wells went on IR (I would presume he was available before that) in my 1 league on MFL.

I'm an idiot, there is someone that drafted him. Didn't think to look because I hadn't ever heard of him and usually these types are available. Carry on...

 

[Koya]

Anyone have an idea when he's getting added to MFL? Checked each of the last 2 days, and, nothing. I have some dead weight on the roster, zero depth at RB, and there's absolutely nothing on waivers - deep dyno.

Should be there - I added him on my MFL a couple of days ago.

Presuming you mean myfantasyleague.com, I picked him up last night in my dynasty, thanks to this thread.

 

[bonesman]

Anyone have an idea when he's getting added to MFL? Checked each of the last 2 days, and, nothing. I have some dead weight on the roster, zero depth at RB, and there's absolutely nothing on waivers - deep dyno.

That's odd-he has been available for pickup since the news that Wells went on IR (I would presume he was available before that) in my 1 league on MFL.

I'm an idiot, there is someone that drafted him. Didn't think to look because I hadn't ever heard of him and usually these types are available. Carry on...

Ah... well there's your answer. Though, I went to add him and couldn't find his name, so I searched rosters and the only Powell was Bilal. So I used the search function and he came up (on MFL).

 

[SameSongNDance]

He's 0% owned in Yahoo leagues, apparently there's no sharks there (besides me.)

I own him in a couple Yahoo leagues, they should add decimal places to the %.

 

[nyy45]

He's 0% owned in Yahoo leagues, apparently there's no sharks there (besides me.)

I own him in a couple Yahoo leagues, they should add decimal places to the %.

 

[Philogelos]

Steve Slaton was a 1st rounder I believe

nope.

 

[chinawildman]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)

I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

 

[Captain Hook]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

 

[Eire32]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

Take away R. Williams 25 yd run and he's averaging 2.7 yds. Beanie 2.6.

 

[SameSongNDance]

This thread will single-handedly will Powell into the starting gig. :IBTL:

 

[Otis]

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

 

[mightyeskimo]

Any idea who took the second string snaps in practice? Powell or Smith? Has either player been declared active for the game?

 

[SameSongNDance]

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

Wait, but I don't even know who Resh..aw ####.

 

[Nucker101]

I'm more intrigued by Alfonso Smith, he has some nice athletic ability and could emerge as a deep sleeper. Don't think Powell is much of an NFL talent.

 

[cvnpoka]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

this. and also miller is 3rd string. he needs 2 injuries to be a viable start.

 

[SameSongNDance]

Good article on him here.

I like what I'm reading. It sounds like A. Smith is the odd man out here.

 

[Banger]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

In fairness though he hasn't had a chance like Miller but will this weekend.

 

[Sam Quentin]

I'm more intrigued by Alfonso Smith, he has some nice athletic ability and could emerge as a deep sleeper. Don't think Powell is much of an NFL talent.

apparently, the AZ Cards disagreed with that assessment in their final roster cuts.

 

[Nucker101]

I'm more intrigued by Alfonso Smith, he has some nice athletic ability and could emerge as a deep sleeper. Don't think Powell is much of an NFL talent.

apparently, the AZ Cards disagreed with that assessment in their final roster cuts.

Yeah, wouldn't be a the first time an NFL team has cut a talented player though. I'm not holding my breath for Smith, but if Williams goes down while Wells is out, I'd probably be much more intrigued.

 

[Sam Quentin]

I'm more intrigued by Alfonso Smith, he has some nice athletic ability and could emerge as a deep sleeper. Don't think Powell is much of an NFL talent.

apparently, the AZ Cards disagreed with that assessment in their final roster cuts.

Yeah, wouldn't be a the first time an NFL team has cut a talented player though. I'm not holding my breath for Smith, but if Williams goes down while Wells is out, I'd probably be much more intrigued.

for shallow leagues, that is fine, for deeper leagues you'll be too late

 

[davearm]

and also miller is 3rd string. he needs 2 injuries to be a viable start.

Nope just one. If/when Bush is out, Miller will assume Bush's role. Thomas' role remains unchanged.Just a theory of course./hijack

 

[TakiToki]

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

Hopefully it will end up more like the Frank Gore thread.

 

[Otis]

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

Hopefully it will end up more like the Frank Gore thread.

Some of my best work here. All the Footballguys disagreed, including Chase who I sat with at a bar for 45 minutes making me case and he still wouldn't budge. Pff. "Experts."

 

[cvnpoka]

and also miller is 3rd string. he needs 2 injuries to be a viable start.

Nope just one. If/when Bush is out, Miller will assume Bush's role. Thomas' role remains unchanged.Just a theory of course./hijack

:thumb:i sure hope so as a i got lamar in 5/5 leagues. ofc, i was majorly disheartened when daniel thomas assumed the lead role last game.

 

[cstu]

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

Good enough to spawn a spin-off thread.

 

[chinawildman]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

Take away R. Williams 25 yd run and he's averaging 2.7 yds. Beanie 2.6.

Even if this lackluster analysis held any water, this should be even more reason to not be optimistic about Powell's potential should he get the nod.

 

[4th&inches]

So, how would you rank Powell vs. other RB/WR "upside" guys like:

David Wilson

Lamar Miller

Hillman

Draughn

Kendall Wright

Shaun Hill

Michael Floyd

I'm in agreement that Powell is worth a speculative add, but curious on everyone else's thoughts as to where you'd take him above/below

 

[chinawildman]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

So where are all the multipaged threads of bernard pierce, bryce brown, and shaun draughn threads? Much of all this hoopla surrounding Powell is under the presumption that Williams will flounder because he sucked in the first 2 games in limited action, and somehow Powell will pass him on the depth chart. But judging from how long Whisenhunt has stuck with Wells, and chester taylor before him, it's safe to say Powell will have little if any impact in FF this year unless he's returning kickoffs and you're in a return yardage league.

 

[cvnpoka]

well, mccoy and rice have shown a propensity to stay healthy, so those guys are out, tho pierce is on the same level as powell as far as speculative pickup. draughns is worth a roster spot too given the hillis injury and coaches being reticent to give charles a ton of workload. regardless, all of those dudes are about the same level of intrigue and worth. id hate to roster all of them, but if im sitting on roy helu and the rest are rostered, powell is certainly worthy of that spot.

i really dont get the backlash.

 

[Eminence]

What are Powell's measurables, strengths?

 

[chinawildman]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

 

[The Amalgamated]

I picked him up too

This reminds me of the Reshard Lee thread I started in aught six.

 

[cvnpoka]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

well, obv ppl that think he will just take williams job are delusional.

 

[FF Ninja]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

The "sharks" want to think they smell blood in the water. There is no blood here. Even if there was, Beanie's coming back just in time for fantasy playoffs. I know it is popular to consider Beanie a scrub, but he's not.

 

[Nucker101]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

The "sharks" want to think they smell blood in the water. There is no blood here. Even if there was, Beanie's coming back just in time for fantasy playoffs. I know it is popular to consider Beanie a scrub, but he's not.

Add in the fact that the Cardinals play MIA, @MIN, SF, @NYJ, SEA and CHI in 6 of their next 12 games(week 16) and I don't think there's much upside in any of the Arizona RB's. I do agree that Beanie is their best RB when healthy though.

 

[cvnpoka]

beanie wont be healthy this yr.

 

[cstu]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

The "sharks" want to think they smell blood in the water. There is no blood here. Even if there was, Beanie's coming back just in time for fantasy playoffs. I know it is popular to consider Beanie a scrub, but he's not.

This assumes that he'll be healthy after 8 weeks and I'm not so sure about that. The same injury ended Helu's season.

 

[FF Ninja]

Either way, this thread could be dialed back a few notches.

 

[foxco]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

So where are all the multipaged threads of bernard pierce, bryce brown, and shaun draughn threads? Much of all this hoopla surrounding Powell is under the presumption that Williams will flounder because he sucked in the first 2 games in limited action, and somehow Powell will pass him on the depth chart. But judging from how long Whisenhunt has stuck with Wells, and chester taylor before him, it's safe to say Powell will have little if any impact in FF this year unless he's returning kickoffs and you're in a return yardage league.

The difference from my perspective is that Zona has basically employed a full-fledged RBBC from week 1 of the season, so it's possible Williams is in a time share with one of the other RBs who could end up with close to 50% of the touches. I don't know that will happen, but it seems possible, especially if whoever is in there is producing. FWIW, I picked up Powell in a couple of leagues but it's not like I wouldn't cut him if I see they're barely using him -- he's a wait and see at this point, and if something better comes along he's an easy drop.

 

[Banger]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

So where are all the multipaged threads of bernard pierce, bryce brown, and shaun draughn threads? Much of all this hoopla surrounding Powell is under the presumption that Williams will flounder because he sucked in the first 2 games in limited action, and somehow Powell will pass him on the depth chart. But judging from how long Whisenhunt has stuck with Wells, and chester taylor before him, it's safe to say Powell will have little if any impact in FF this year unless he's returning kickoffs and you're in a return yardage league.

It's not a presumption .... It's a chance. All those other backs are playing behind established players. Williams for all the potential has done nothing in the nfl. Two weeks ago who on this board would have predicted that a. Brown would have passed Wilson and been in a time share with potential to take over for Bradshaw. Things change quick and if opportunity is potentially there and the entry fee is free it makes sense to throw a line in the water and see if you get a bite. It may not work out but if you have lines in the water for a miller, Powell, powell, etc. it increases your chances of getting a hit on someone.

 

[Banger]

i really dont get the backlash.

A little reality and perspective never hurt anyone. I just think it's absurd to see posts inferring that Ryan Williams is "done" in order to feel better about their speculative 4th string RB. RW had almost 100 yds from scrimmage with a 6+ YPC in his 3rd NFL game of his career and he's already fallen to the wayside?

The "sharks" want to think they smell blood in the water. There is no blood here. Even if there was, Beanie's coming back just in time for fantasy playoffs. I know it is popular to consider Beanie a scrub, but he's not.

I manage my team week to week so if I can get a guy to help my team for 3-4 weeks or get some good trade bait to a struggling team that is gold to me. Even if you can't use him these guys will often have some value if they hit so you can upgrade a position on your roster.

 

[FlapJacks]

Either way, this thread could be dialed back a few notches.

dialed back from what? everybody's saying he's speculative...

 

[Frank Black]

Either way, this thread could be dialed back a few notches.

dialed back from what? everybody's saying he's speculative...

Exactly, the large majority of Powell's supporters in this thread are just pointing out potential. Yet, some trolls in this thread take the extremist attitude that speculating on his potential means that his supporters are saying Powell is definitely going to supplant Williams soon and be a stud. This kind of extremist attitude is unwarranted.

 

[Hoosier16]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

Take away R. Williams 25 yd run and he's averaging 2.7 yds. Beanie 2.6.

If you take away Powell's 2nd half preseason carries, he was 9 carries for 10 yards (1.1 ypc).

 

[ponchsox]

I sure hope people aren't dropping anyone of value for this guy. Sometimes being a shark can come back to bite you.

 

[Wadsworth]

I sure hope people aren't dropping anyone of value for this guy. Sometimes being a shark can come back to bite you.

If you have a free roster spot Powell is a decent add in some leagues since most of the better values will be already on rosters. But I would not drop anyone of value to take a flier on this guys. Wells could be back, Williams is not without talent himself, LaRod seems likely to get at least some snaps and Smith could even get some action if Williams goes down. Sure their is some home run potential, but no more so than several other players who are likely free agents in many leagues.

 

[Eire32]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

Take away R. Williams 25 yd run and he's averaging 2.7 yds. Beanie 2.6.

If you take away Powell's 2nd half preseason carries, he was 9 carries for 10 yards (1.1 ypc).

So many people here do not want you to be ahead of the curve.. Mostly Williams owners I presume but of course they do not list their team in their sig.

 

[CanaBuc]

I sure hope people aren't dropping anyone of value for this guy. Sometimes being a shark can come back to bite you.

If you have a free roster spot Powell is a decent add in some leagues since most of the better values will be already on rosters. But I would not drop anyone of value to take a flier on this guys. Wells could be back, Williams is not without talent himself, LaRod seems likely to get at least some snaps and Smith could even get some action if Williams goes down. Sure their is some home run potential, but no more so than several other players who are likely free agents in many leagues.

so which bench rb that people own are droppable for him?Ingram?Gerhart?Blount?Kevin Smith?Royster?Everyone of those guys has more potential upside as they have already performed for their teams at some point at a high level and are also just a setback away from becoming the main runner on a team with better o-lines and schedules

 

[cvnpoka]

I sure hope people aren't dropping anyone of value for this guy. Sometimes being a shark can come back to bite you.

If you have a free roster spot Powell is a decent add in some leagues since most of the better values will be already on rosters. But I would not drop anyone of value to take a flier on this guys. Wells could be back, Williams is not without talent himself, LaRod seems likely to get at least some snaps and Smith could even get some action if Williams goes down. Sure their is some home run potential, but no more so than several other players who are likely free agents in many leagues.

so which bench rb that people own are droppable for him?Ingram?Gerhart?Blount?Kevin Smith?Royster?Everyone of those guys has more potential upside as they have already performed for their teams at some point at a high level and are also just a setback away from becoming the main runner on a team with better o-lines and schedules

i think id take him over ingram. he is on par with the rest and i dont see much difference.

 

[Hoosier16]

Not trying to pee in anyone's cheerios but RW looked quick and and decisive against Philly and has receiving chops to boot. Weeks 1-2 for players coming off major injury are hardly indicative of their overall talent level, especially when they've publicly admitted that they've had to get past the injury in a mental capacity. (see Jamaal Charles)I think people here are just trying to get excited about their handcuff, which is just fine by me. But there are guys out there like Lamar Miller who have actually looked good in regular season PT that are more worthy of discussion.

Yes BUT Miller and others are already rostered - Powell is available

Take away R. Williams 25 yd run and he's averaging 2.7 yds. Beanie 2.6.

If you take away Powell's 2nd half preseason carries, he was 9 carries for 10 yards (1.1 ypc).

So many people here do not want you to be ahead of the curve.. Mostly Williams owners I presume but of course they do not list their team in their sig.

I have owned Powell in both of my leagues since the preseason, so I think I'm ahead of those who think they are ahead of the curve. But, those who are suggesting he is the best back on the roster aren't looking at things objectively. If you're going to play the "take away" game, you have to apply it to all players. Powell's fantastic preseason production came against 2nd half defenses. When he played against the guys that Beanie and Williams played against, he was no better than Beanie and Williams.Powell may have a future, but right now, he is likely just an injury play. It's fairly obvious that Arizona is going to give Williams every opportunity to succeed. I think the chance that Powell somehow forces his way into the starting role is very, very slim. Arizona has an option on Wells for 2013,so we may have seen his last carry as an Arizona starter. If Williams fails this year, Powell will likely get an opportunity next year, and that's likely where his value lies.