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What is the outlook for Deangelo Williams next year (1 Viewer)
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bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
both De's will have little to no value to your fantasy team next year
Weiner Dog
Footballguy
He's easily the best playmaker in the Panther's backfield. However, until Williams learns to pass-block, he'll be nothing more than a 700-800 yard RB in '08.
I'm looking to draft him next year as a RB3, and hopefully he steps up to be a serviceable RB2. The kid when given consistent looks can be productive. He was very productive in college, and hoping he has matured enough to assume the role as top RB in Carolina. "Good Time" DeAngelo needs to take his job a little more seriously, hopefully this is the year.
Franchise Playa
Footballguy
:Clubber Lang voice:
What's my prediction?
Pain....
What's my prediction?
Pain....
loose circuits
Footballguy
the recent rumblings of them converting back to a power running game don't bode well for his future prospects.
I expect them to go after somebody like Kevin Smith in the 3rd round that suits that type of offense. However, Fox shouldn't be allowed to select the RB's anymore...
I expect them to go after somebody like Kevin Smith in the 3rd round that suits that type of offense. However, Fox shouldn't be allowed to select the RB's anymore...
Da Guru
Fair & Balanced
I am glad that someone has finally broached this topic.
FavreCo
Footballguy
The only one that may have your answer is the clueless John Fox.
VaCatFan
Footballguy
That's one of the biggest knocks on him. That and he doesn't go forward. Tries to bust everything outside. As someone else posted earlier, Carolina is looking to go to a power running game which doesn't particularly suit DeAngelo. I expect a bigger back to be drafted from the 3rd round down.
The Man With No Name
Footballguy
Yeah, someone like Winslow Oliver, or Eric Shelton.VaCatFan said:
browntown
Footballguy
Risky.
Williams is a superior player to Foster in most aspects of the game, and has been the last two seasons. The concerning thing is that John Fox apparently hasn't noticed, even though everyone else watching football has. This is starting to seem like it did in Atlanta with how they've handled Norwood. He was clearly the more gifted runner, but the coaches sided with experience.
No way to tell, but in re-drafts I'd look at him as a high upside RB4 unless there are some really positive TC reports about a competition, or better giving DeWill a chance to start. In a Dynasty i'd probably try to seek out one of those owners that still thinks he's going to take the job outright, as soon as 08. If you can get that kind of value for him, it's in your best interest to take it.
Williams is a superior player to Foster in most aspects of the game, and has been the last two seasons. The concerning thing is that John Fox apparently hasn't noticed, even though everyone else watching football has. This is starting to seem like it did in Atlanta with how they've handled Norwood. He was clearly the more gifted runner, but the coaches sided with experience.
No way to tell, but in re-drafts I'd look at him as a high upside RB4 unless there are some really positive TC reports about a competition, or better giving DeWill a chance to start. In a Dynasty i'd probably try to seek out one of those owners that still thinks he's going to take the job outright, as soon as 08. If you can get that kind of value for him, it's in your best interest to take it.
BigJim®
Footballguy
Well, his deficiencies didn't look that bad when he got 120/2 TDs (6.1 YPC) in a week 17 victory. Last year when this same question was raised, I predicted "top 10 back going forward, SOD, etc., etc., etc." I'll make the same prediction for 2008. His numbers prove he has the ability, it's all about when he finally is given opportunity. As for the crowd predicting the Panthers draft another RB, to that I say "Great, a new guy people can complain is never being given a chance while Fox commits to Deangelo."
kupcho1
Footballguy
Gottabesweet
Footballguy
Curious his value in a dynasty. I'm sitting on him but still curious.
broncofan13000
Footballguy
EBF
Footballguy
Right now I see Williams as a high-priced luxury in dynasty leagues. He has the potential to be a top 15 guy as early as next season, but the uncertainty regarding the extent of his opportunity means you really can't assume that he's going to give you anything useful in the short-term. And although he's a talented player, is he the type of elite back who demands an opportunity to start? It's hard to say. Maybe he eventually gets a shot somewhere. Maybe he's Kevin Faulk with a little more flash.
Ron_Mexico
I Love Doggies
Foster is due to make $4.75 MIL in 2008.
He will be the 2nd highest paid player on the Panthers.
If he doesn't renegotiate, he may be gone, imo.
He will be the 2nd highest paid player on the Panthers.
If he doesn't renegotiate, he may be gone, imo.
