I invested a high redraft (3 keeper) pick on him, then took Foster late since everyone was afraid to pull the trigger. Last couple weeks have been starting Foster and Woodhead, with AA sitting on my bench...hoping. Now I'm screwed.
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NREC34
Footballguy
I have him in a 14 team league with decent size bench. Only draft pick I whiffed on but I feel like there is still time for him to get it and come on strong by playoff time. I doubt there's anything on the waiver wire either I'd rather have either with that many teams. A 12 team or lower league, I could maybe see cutting him loose. Overall I think there is still hope.
Gottabesweet
Footballguy
In a league where we only need to start 1RB - I'm dropping him and rolling with GB's backfield Lacy/Starks rest of season.
Even with guys like Jonathan Stewart on waivers in a short 12 team bench league.
Even with guys like Jonathan Stewart on waivers in a short 12 team bench league.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
Okay so, Lombardi was fired today and the former OL coach Cooter is taking over. Caldwell is still there but maybe a shake-up at OC can help AA. I also decided to go back and watch his film from last week and he still looks very good to me, I will be uploading the video shortly.
He's still not startable but I still feel like he deserves a bench spot in redraft.
He's still not startable but I still feel like he deserves a bench spot in redraft.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Well, he did average 5.375 per carry this week. Zero targets. Plus side, no fumbles.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
He's smart. No schtick, 35 on his ACT.Worked for Fox in Denver, Fox wanted to hire him in Chicago to be the OC.
UT guy.
Once was arrested for burglary.
That's all I got. But it's all true.
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SameSongNDance
Footballguy
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
Although I think the OL played better vs. MIN I don't really think AA has the luxury of being able to be patient and let plays develop. IMO he either hits the first hole he sees or the play is going to get blown up. I'm no expert either, however.
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BobbyLayne
Footballguy
He didn't steal anything. ETA - 5 things
http://mweb.cbssports.com/nfl/eye-on-football/25354693/who-is-jim-bob-cooter-five-things-to-know-about-the-new-lions-oc
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mphtrilogy
Footballguy
Yet another reason for me to hang on to him... I'm hoping he's startable in a few weeks.... Keeping the faith..
Todem
Footballguy
It's not the talent...it's the situation. Kid has uber talent. His line has been dreadful and his QB looks awful so far.
Things can't get any worse. Hopefully the OC and OL coaching changes will be the shot in the arm the offense needs.
Redraft - moderate hold
Dynasty - über strong hold
Things can't get any worse. Hopefully the OC and OL coaching changes will be the shot in the arm the offense needs.
Redraft - moderate hold
Dynasty - über strong hold
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
I'm amazed at Miami's turnaround, and specifically Miller & Tannehill, since the coaching change.
But I don't expect the same kind of miracles in Motown.
But I don't expect the same kind of miracles in Motown.
Chicago Hooligan
Footballguy
Coming up: @KC, bye, @GB, Oak, Phi, GB, @StL
The rest of the fantasy regular season is mostly bad match-ups. Even if Oak/Phi aren't bad, can I bring myself to start this guy when he isn't showing much? Ugh.
The rest of the fantasy regular season is mostly bad match-ups. Even if Oak/Phi aren't bad, can I bring myself to start this guy when he isn't showing much? Ugh.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Well, let's review. During the bye week they were 30th in the Power Rankings. After the bye week they won by 28, and the next week they were up 41-0. Here's a complete list of NFL teams that have had back to back dominating games during the 2015 season:kOOk said:
Arizona
Miami
New England
One of these is not like the other two.
Back on topic: if Detroit, as expected, abandons the zone blocking scheme that cost three people their jobs, who benefits the most? Joique is healthier & still will see some work, Theo leads all NFL backs in receptions, and we kind of still don't know what AA is besides a fumbler with potential.
How does it play out from here?
Not sure what you're saying with that list. They aren't close to the other two, selective statistics is what I'd call it. Because they beat the Titans and the Texans convincingly somehow puts them up with AZ and NE?
They have 4 of their next 5 games on the road, including 3 in a row (Pats, Bills, Eagles). Then Dallas at home in W11 with Romo and Dez back. Then they play at the Jets. We will see if they are still amazing after that stretch.
They have 4 of their next 5 games on the road, including 3 in a row (Pats, Bills, Eagles). Then Dallas at home in W11 with Romo and Dez back. Then they play at the Jets. We will see if they are still amazing after that stretch.
addicted2ff
Footballguy
My prediction is that it's still going to be an RBBC. Caldwell seems to prefer some sort of committee based on his previous history with the Colts and Ravens and guys who's strength seems to be in scheming such as Cooter(lol) usually prefer a committee as well.
Wonderllama
Footballguy
This is truly the last week he'll be on my team. I'm not keeping him through the bye week. I need to see SOMETHING!
Rushmore
Footballguy
Alex P Keaton
Footballguy
Easily the best RB on the team. He isn't a guy who can create something out of nothing consistently though. He needs solid blocking up front.
Franknbeans
Footballguy
The thing I am noticing is he seems to have a jet pack on. If he ever gets a crease, he'll be gone.
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Tremendous burst! We saw that twice in his very limited preseason, and first carry of the season (24 yard rushing TD.) Somehow they have gone almost half of a season & not figured out ways to get him the ball in space.
Such a wasted talent ATM. Hoping JBC finds a way to get him touches out wide & on screens.
Not a great top end burner, though. I wouldn't expect long home runs where he runs away from the crowd. But he's definitely got big play potential.
Franknbeans
Footballguy
Agreed, It's more about his first step than his top end speed. But if he jukes the first few guys out of their shoes, he'll be gone anyway.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
I just moved A.J. Green and Abdullah for Forsett and Cooks. I'm honestly shocked he drew any interest at all. I'm still infatuated because I watch his tape and still believe in him as a player but how anyone would willingly invest DET's backfield is beyond me. It's possible that the OC change may have changed his perceived value so I guess it can't hurt to shop him around some.
spider321
Footballguy
Are you sure that Abdullah drew interest?
AJ Green, by himself, is worth more than Forsett and Cooks.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
Outside of one game Green really hasn't been all that great this year and obviously reflected in his rankings as the 18th best WR on a PPG basis.
Also, in the context of my team I had Julio, Hopkins, Green, J. Brown and Diggs and was in dire need of some RB help (I drafted Abdullah after all) so the trade makes a lot of sense for me. Value wise I really do think the trade was pretty lateral.
No one gives a #### about my team or circumstances, I just know Abdullah specifically drew interest from the dude I traded with.
Franknbeans
Footballguy
I understand the interest in Ameer. He probably realizes that if the Lions coaching staff ever got their heads out of their asses, he could be a force to be reckoned with.
Redraft I hope. Cooks and Green are both drawing about the same amount of targets. It appears Green's days of 170+ targets/year are over, but he's still a better player than Cooks and has 8 red zone targets already this year. But Forsett is producing while Abdullah is not.
Personally, would've wanted to wait to see what happens with the new OC before moving him. I'm no scout, but like you said, the talent sure appears to be there.
SameSongNDance
Footballguy
Redraft of course. I still own a share of AA somewhere else though so I'm not totally divested.
Ultimately, I think the change to Cooter its going to help Stafford/Calvin/Tate the most. Caldwell is still the head coach and Modkins is still the running backs coach (who was also just given the added duty of run game coordinator). Modkins is the only staffer who attempted to throw cold water on AA during the preseason saying "he still has a lot to learn" and etc. while everyone else was raving about him. It's certainly possible that the team decides to lean heavily on AA now but I don't think it's probable. Bell is still there and they love Riddick. I'd rather capitalize on the perceived mystery surrounding the situation and move him now if possible.
mphtrilogy
Footballguy
big week for AA, I might drop him for Cobb next week if I don;t see a pulse here...
BobbyLayne
Footballguy
Yes & IIRC 2nd in the leagueproninja said:
Chicago Hooligan
Footballguy
Correct; he's second in return yards and second in avg yards per return.
Ameer Abdullah, RB DET - Att 13 Yds: 385 Avg: 29.6 Long: 48
Alex P Keaton
Footballguy
Not even on the field the first drive. Sitting on the bench behind J Bell and Riddick.Faust said:
McGarnicle
Footballguy
Benched him for Ellington which I thought was rolling the dice a little. This is pathetic.
