Cowboysfan8 7,766 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 I’m left with Connor , Mack and Damien Williams in a league where I’m fighting for a playoff spot Im so screwed lol Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,299 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 Quote Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said he "doesn't know the availability" of James Conner (shoulder) for Week 12 against the Bengals. Conner's status is officially "up in the air" after he re-aggravated his shoulder injury in Thursday's loss to Cleveland. Benny Snell (knee) could make his return to Pittsburgh's backfield rotation by kick-off, but this is clearly Jaylen Samuels' leading role if Conner isn't cleared for Sunday's contest. Fantasy players should prep a backup plan if Conner doesn't participate in Friday's practice. SOURCE: Gerry Dulac on Twitter Nov 19, 2019, 12:21 PM ET Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GroveDiesel 9,222 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 22 hours ago, need2know said: Just sit him down pls. This. He’s unstartable so he’s no help to teams struggling to make the playoffs. His only fantasy value now is if he sits until truly 100% and then plays in the fantasy playoffs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboysfan8 7,766 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 I really really really really really need him to play this week, and just get like 10 in ppr Quote Link to post Share on other sites
need2know 6,334 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 8 minutes ago, Cowboysfan8 said: I really really really really really need him to play this week, and just get like 10 in ppr I got lucky in my draft. Got Conner but drafted Carson and henry. Some noob dropped Mixon too and I was able to get him we can play 3 rbs. I would start Conner if I had to, but man no confidence at all Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VikingFrog 774 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 As a Conner/Samuels owner I probably fall into the trap and start him if he says he can go, so my hope is that he sits and I uncomfortable start Samuels. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboysfan8 7,766 Posted November 19, 2019 Share Posted November 19, 2019 11 minutes ago, need2know said: I got lucky in my draft. Got Conner but drafted Carson and henry. Some noob dropped Mixon too and I was able to get him we can play 3 rbs. I would start Conner if I had to, but man no confidence at all In one of my leagues I’m left with Connor, Mack and Damien Williams at RB 😂 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whole-show 291 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 DNP today per Missi Mathews Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoBeDad 2,293 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 11 minutes ago, whole-show said: DNP today per Missi Mathews And Snell? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whole-show 291 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 11 minutes ago, SoBeDad said: And Snell? Snell practiced in full Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoBeDad 2,293 Posted November 20, 2019 Share Posted November 20, 2019 3 minutes ago, whole-show said: Snell practiced in full Thanks. Time to pick him up, but who to drop, that's the question. I'm tempted to drop Connor. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Hutson 1,831 Posted November 21, 2019 Share Posted November 21, 2019 Conner didn't practice again today. I think the most likely scenario is that they'll keep him out this week against the Bengals and then bring him back for Week 13 against the Browns. They don't need him against the Bengals but they want to win that game against the Browns badly. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bracie Smathers 3,693 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 Steelers Depot 🦃 🍗 🍽 🙏 @Steelersdepot .@Rapsheet on #Steelers RB James Conner being out Sunday 7:02 AM - 22 Nov 2019 ------------------------------------- 📽️ VIDEO - Rap reporting Conner OUT this Sunday Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboysfan8 7,766 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 On 11/20/2019 at 4:05 PM, whole-show said: Snell practiced in full On 11/20/2019 at 4:11 PM, SoBeDad said: Thanks. Time to pick him up, but who to drop, that's the question. I'm tempted to drop Connor. I have to add someone for Connor Will Snell be getting many touches? What about Edmunds, will he also be active? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 8 minutes ago, Cowboysfan8 said: I have to add someone for Connor Will Snell be getting many touches? What about Edmunds, will he also be active? While I don't know for sure, I'd imagine Snell. He put up some good numbers the one game then was injured. I'd put my money on Snell getting more play than Edmunds but it's tough to say for sure. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
whole-show 291 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 Officially Out week 12 per Brian Batko Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoBeDad 2,293 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 1 hour ago, whole-show said: Officially Out week 12 per Brian Batko I'm worried this could last until week 17. And if he plays, he might get hurt again. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Hutson 1,831 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 He's no Conner MacLeod. That dude heals quick! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 13 minutes ago, SoBeDad said: I'm worried this could last until week 17. And if he plays, he might get hurt again. This is why I picked up Snell as well. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SoBeDad 2,293 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 29 minutes ago, Twenty-Four Eighty-Four said: This is why I picked up Snell as well. I'd have to drop someone who is likely to be better than Connor. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Max55 56 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, SoBeDad said: I'm worried this could last until week 17. And if he plays, he might get hurt again. Yes it could last to week 17. But I’ll say this. With the Steelers in the middle of a wild card race with generally poor offensive options IMO they are motivated to get him on the field vs shutting him down. Full disclosure: Steeelers homer here Edited November 22, 2019 by Max55 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Efritch4 83 Posted November 22, 2019 Share Posted November 22, 2019 It made zero sense last week, and after getting banged up in that game - makes no sense to play him this week...Let him come back week 14. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Don Hutson 1,831 Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 (edited) Quote Adam Schefter Retweeted Jeremy FowlerVerified account @JFowlerESPN 33m33 minutes ago Doesn’t sound promising for CLE game RT @ThePoniExpress: James Conner on @937theFan on injury status: “I need to be smart. If I’m not, then surgery will need to be done. I had a minor setback vs. Cleveland. It’s killing me not being out there. The ligaments need to get stronger.” Edited November 25, 2019 by Don Hutson Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 So fire up Snell? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cowboysfan8 7,766 Posted November 25, 2019 Share Posted November 25, 2019 (edited) 14 minutes ago, Twenty-Four Eighty-Four said: So fire up Snell? I drafted Conner, Damien W and Mack in one league Im going to be in must win and get help this week to get in playoffs My starting RBs will be Snell and Jon Williams Edited November 25, 2019 by Cowboysfan8 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 https://steelersdepot.com/2019/11/conner-sounds-unlikely-to-play-against-browns-itll-be-a-little-longer/ Not sounding positive for any time soon. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
need2know 6,334 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Snell did pretty well imo and is a decent play vs the browns if you can get him 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 2 minutes ago, need2know said: Snell did pretty well imo and is a decent play vs the browns if you can get him Picked him up before last week because as a Steelers fan I saw Samuels wasn't do anything special in the run game and thought they'd switch gears. He may be in my lineup at Flex. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
need2know 6,334 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, Twenty-Four Eighty-Four said: Picked him up before last week because as a Steelers fan I saw Samuels wasn't do anything special in the run game and thought they'd switch gears. He may be in my lineup at Flex. Someone dropped drake in my ppr....drake or snell? Got conner Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Godsbrother 7,023 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 3 minutes ago, need2know said: Someone dropped drake in my ppr....drake or snell? Got conner I think Snell is the guy in Pitt until Conner comes back and that won't be this week IMO 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 4 minutes ago, need2know said: Someone dropped drake in my ppr....drake or snell? Got conner Oof. That's tough. I feel as though Drake has a better shot at putting up numbers as he seems like the favorite in that backfield right now. If you need a guy this week probably Snell to see how things shake out in Arizona. Longterm, probably Drake, although we don't know how that backfield will work out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brewer 255 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 41 minutes ago, need2know said: Someone dropped drake in my ppr....drake or snell? Got conner Drake I don't trust Pittsburgh's offense at this point, nor do I trust the coaching staff to stick with Snell. I agree with Godsbrother that Conner likely won't play this week, but I am not convinced Snell is the guy. I think you could just as easily see more Samuels and Whyte. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Godsbrother 7,023 Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 2 hours ago, brewer said: Drake I don't trust Pittsburgh's offense at this point, nor do I trust the coaching staff to stick with Snell. I agree with Godsbrother that Conner likely won't play this week, but I am not convinced Snell is the guy. I think you could just as easily see more Samuels and Whyte. Tomlin said today that much of the substitution of Snell was due to the fact that he was coming off an injury and they didn't know how much they could expect to get out of him. Assuming Conner doesn't play (a pretty safe assumption) I think Snell will get the bulk of the carries against the Browns. That said, I agree with Brewer that it is hard to trust the Steelers offense at this point. I am sure the game plan going in is to try to limit the number of pass attempts by Duck so they will run the ball but how effective they will be is anyone's guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tangfoot 2,001 Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 23 hours ago, brewer said: Drake I don't trust Pittsburgh's offense at this point, nor do I trust the coaching staff to stick with Snell. I agree with Godsbrother that Conner likely won't play this week, but I am not convinced Snell is the guy. I think you could just as easily see more Samuels and Whyte. Chase Edmonds is supposedly back this week. We haven't seen the Cardinals with both a healthy Edmonds and Drake, I think I would lean Snell if Conner is out. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Godsbrother 7,023 Posted November 27, 2019 Share Posted November 27, 2019 3 hours ago, tangfoot said: Chase Edmonds is supposedly back this week. We haven't seen the Cardinals with both a healthy Edmonds and Drake, I think I would lean Snell if Conner is out. No surprise but Conner DNP today. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chaka 6,241 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 So we're pretty certain that Samuels isn't the clear backup that most Conner owners thought he was going to be, right? He's been below average in both rushing and receiving. Terrible actually. IMO, but for the blip that was the Colts game he's pretty much a limited pass catching back at best. He seems to be a TD dependent play who doesn't get regular goal line chances. I think he's entirely droppable in both redraft and dynasty and, in redraft Snell is the clear backup to Conner. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
starks 212 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 2 hours ago, Chaka said: So we're pretty certain that Samuels isn't the clear backup that most Conner owners thought he was going to be, right? He's been below average in both rushing and receiving. Terrible actually. IMO, but for the blip that was the Colts game he's pretty much a limited pass catching back at best. He seems to be a TD dependent play who doesn't get regular goal line chances. I think he's entirely droppable in both redraft and dynasty and, in redraft Snell is the clear backup to Conner. Anybody’s guess but if you are still holding on to samuels in redraft you are the sucker. I just dropped him in dyno for that guy who’s name I can’t remember that is the backup to CMC 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Twenty-Four Eighty-Four 687 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 2 hours ago, starks said: Anybody’s guess but if you are still holding on to samuels in redraft you are the sucker. I just dropped him in dyno for that guy who’s name I can’t remember that is the backup to CMC Samuels was my number one handcuff going into the year. He has not been impressive. Traded him to the Conner owner for an IDP and then picked up Snell. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VikingFrog 774 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 6 hours ago, Chaka said: So we're pretty certain that Samuels isn't the clear backup that most Conner owners thought he was going to be, right? He's been below average in both rushing and receiving. Terrible actually. IMO, but for the blip that was the Colts game he's pretty much a limited pass catching back at best. He seems to be a TD dependent play who doesn't get regular goal line chances. I think he's entirely droppable in both redraft and dynasty and, in redraft Snell is the clear backup to Conner. Started Samuels last week! Dropped him this week and starting Snell in a do or die matchup. Which means Samuels will get 30+ touches and 3 TDs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VikingFrog 774 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 (edited) The plot thickens. Connor practiced today. Limited session. Edited November 28, 2019 by VikingFrog 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
need2know 6,334 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 If he plays still risky as hell starting him until we see him make through a game imo 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Frankman 3,346 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 Can't see him playing after injuring that shoulder twice... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
need2know 6,334 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 9 minutes ago, The Frankman said: Can't see him playing after injuring that shoulder twice... One more week I think 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bostonfred 30,619 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 11 minutes ago, The Frankman said: Can't see him playing after injuring that shoulder twice... Did he injure it twice? Or just try to play through it early and realize it wasn't going to work? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VikingFrog 774 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 1 hour ago, bostonfred said: Did he injure it twice? Or just try to play through it early and realize it wasn't going to work? Watching the game, I think the latter. But at this point, it’s all smoke and mirrors and anyone’s guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Chaka 6,241 Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 If he had been practicing in full all week I would probably start him but I got burned starting him vs Cle last time when he had limited designations in practice. Agree with @need2know that we should probably wait until he makes it through a full game before starting him with confidence. HOWEVER the desperate among us probably can't afford to miss out on that full game because the Pitt RB position is one of the most high volume in the league. He was a top 6 RB in my league before the shoulder and if you are in a must win situation I don't think you can leave him on the bench if he practiced in full tomorrow. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Encumbrance 249 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 I'm one of the ones that would roll dice and go. Otherwise it's the ever-trending downward Royce Freeman, Duke Johnson, and Carlos Hyde to go with Dalvin to get into the playoffs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
VikingFrog 774 Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 6 minutes ago, Encumbrance said: I'm one of the ones that would roll dice and go. Otherwise it's the ever-trending downward Royce Freeman, Duke Johnson, and Carlos Hyde to go with Dalvin to get into the playoffs. I have Snell and Conner and was hopeful to start Snell this week because my RB2 position is incredibly thin. Was almost hopeful Conner would sit so u could know I’m getting touches with Snell. But if Conner is playing I’m probably starting him. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,299 Posted December 4, 2019 Share Posted December 4, 2019 Quote Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said James Conner (shoulder) is questionable for Week 14 against the Cardinals. He also said Conner has a "better chance" to practice Wednesday than JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee). Benny Snell has handled 65 percent of Pittsburgh's carries in his last two games without Conner but has seen just two targets in that stint since Jaylen Samuels, Trey Edmunds, and Kerrith Whyte has also been involved. Samuels has actually run 30 routes to Snell's 7 in that stretch. Whatever the case, the fourth-round plodder will rank as a usage-based RB3 with a touchdown-or-bust label against the Cardinals if Conner's sidelined. SOURCE: Dale Lolley on Twitter Dec 3, 2019, 12:10 PM ET Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Faust 5,299 Posted December 5, 2019 Share Posted December 5, 2019 Quote James Conner (shoulder) remained limited for Wednesday's practice. It's an encouraging sign for his availability against the Cardinals since he's eyeing a full week of practice. Third-round rookie Benny Snell has been featured on 65 percent of Pittsburgh's carries without Conner the past two weeks, but that role would obviously diminish if the latter's cleared. Jaylen Samuels projects to stick in the same receiving-game role since he quietly ran 30 routes to Snell's 7 in their past two contests together. SOURCE: Brooke Pryor on Twitter Dec 4, 2019, 3:55 PM ET Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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