Fumbleweed 435 Posted May 1, 2006 I was looking at a poster's top twenty RBs when it struck me how many decent RBs didn't even make his list....or my list. The RB position has never looked so deep. I think it's a year where taking a WR in round two is a great idea in a redraft as you're still going to get some very good RBs in rounds 3 & 4. Just my initial take....... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ironmen 14 Posted May 1, 2006 I am hoping many people in my 12 team re draft think and see the same as you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grind 0 Posted May 1, 2006 Can I play in your league. Wouldn't be a fantasy football forum without that comment. Continue on . . . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mike MacGregor 20 Posted May 1, 2006 I've felt that for the last couple years, Fumble. I put a lot of emphasis on getting a stud WR while guys continue to take marginally value added RB. Then when they are all on a big WR run later, some good value RBs will tend to fall through the cracks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fumbleweed 435 Posted May 1, 2006 I've felt that for the last couple years, Fumble. I put a lot of emphasis on getting a stud WR while guys continue to take marginally value added RB. Then when they are all on a big WR run later, some good value RBs will tend to fall through the cracks. Couldn't agree more. The difference between RB #11 and RB#23 for example appears slim in terms of value whereas the difference between WR#2 and #8 is more substantial. And, you're right about the last few years. Many more runners are going over 1,000 yards on the season. It's just a deeper position in terms of the quality of the starting RBs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SmartassBoiler 0 Posted May 1, 2006 I've felt that for the last couple years, Fumble. I put a lot of emphasis on getting a stud WR while guys continue to take marginally value added RB. Then when they are all on a big WR run later, some good value RBs will tend to fall through the cracks. I've done this the past two years with lots of success. I take the best RB that I can in the first, the best WR I can in the 2nd, then look for RB value in the 3rd. Having a stud WR can really help your team out and give you an advantage of actually having a WR you can count on from week to week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TD Ryan2 315 Posted May 1, 2006 a list of RBs for the 2006 FFball season: this is just a rough"tiering" to get an idea of how deep the pool is. Did I leave anyone off this list? Tier 1: Alexander, Shaun Johnson, Larry Tomlinson, LaDainian Tier 2: Barber, Tiki James, Edgerrin Portis, Clinton Tier 3: Johnson, Rudi Jordan, LaMont Davis, Domanick Jackson, Steven Dunn, Warrick Williams, Cadillac Westbrook, Brian Brown, Ronnie Parker, Willie Lewis, Jamal McGahee, Willis Curtis Martin Tier 4: Chester Taylor Dillon, Corey Anderson, Mike Droughns, Reuben Kevin Jones Taylor, Fred Deuce McAllister Bell, Tatum Tier 5: TJ Duckett Ahman Green Gado, Samkon Jones, Julius Marion Barber Thomas Jones Cedric Benson Brown, Chris Antowain Smith Kevan Barlow Frank Gore Foster, DeShaun Greg Jones Mewelde Moore Chris Perry Rookies: Reggie Bush Laurence Maroney DeAngelo Williams Joseph Addai Lendale White Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tankslap 0 Posted May 1, 2006 a list of RBs for the 2006 FFball season: this is just a rough"tiering" to get an idea of how deep the pool is. Did I leave anyone off this list? Ron Dayne? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtammen 0 Posted May 2, 2006 Dominic Rhodes? Addai is going to be over Rhodes soon enough. Rhodes will be the 3rd down back, and used to spell Addai. If Portis is in Tier 2, so is Rudi. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sweetness_34 0 Posted May 2, 2006 I understand that the Thomas Jones/Cedric Benson combo reduces their inidvidual values, but tier 5 is too low for them. The Bears are a running team, have a very good OL and they score most of their Tds on runs. With a great defense, they will continue to pound the ball, and with a better QB situation, there will be more TD opportunities in the red zone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raider 84 29 Posted May 2, 2006 You can move D Foster down on your list. There is a new man in Carolina ready to tear the league up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
XToday 0 Posted May 2, 2006 Is it that the RBs are deeper, or is it just perceived that way because the WRs are crap after the top 10 or so? And I use the word 'crap' generally... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Peens 0 Posted May 2, 2006 a list of RBs for the 2006 FFball season: this is just a rough"tiering" to get an idea of how deep the pool is. Did I leave anyone off this list? Tier 4: Chester Taylor I think you're going to miss the boat on this guy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TD Ryan2 315 Posted May 2, 2006 Is it that the RBs are deeper, or is it just perceived that way because the WRs are crap after the top 10 or so? And I use the word 'crap' generally... This is the final WR rankings from my league last year. I'm not gonna' rank or tier them because the knuckleheads will turn this into a rankings thread. I will simply BOLD a few of the guys that will likely be drafted higher than they finished last year. Smith, Steve Moss, Santana Fitzgerald, Larry Ward, Hines Boldin, Anquan Johnson, Chad Harrison, Marvin Holt, Torry Galloway, Joey Chambers, Chris Burress, Plaxico Glenn, Terry Driver, Donald Smith, Rod Moss, Randy Kennison, Eddie Houshmandzadeh, T.J. Smith, Jimmy Wayne, Reggie Branch, Deion Jurevicius, Joe McCardell, Keenan Stallworth, Donte Owens, Terrell Porter, Jerry Mason, Derrick Williams, Roy Bryant, Antonio Evans, Lee Jackson, Darrell Wilford, Ernest Curtis, Kevin Johnson, Keyshawn Lloyd, Brandon Moulds, Eric Toomer, Amani Coles, Laveranues Givens, David Lelie, Ashley Engram, Bobby Muhammad, Muhsin Bennett, Drew Booker, Marty Parker, Eric El, Antwaan Randle Johnson, Andre WR Jones, Matt McCareins, Justin Finneran, Brian Robinson, Marcus Henry, Chris Chatman, Antonio Gabriel, Doug Taylor, Travis Wilson, Cedrick Bradford, Core Brown, Reggie Edwards, Braylon Proehl, Ricky Horn, Joe Mark Clayton Isaac Bruce Az Hakim Troy Brown Michael Jenkins Brandon Stokely Greg Lewis Jabar Gafney Koren Robinson Javon Walker Santonio Holmes ® Chad Jackson ® Moss, Sinorice ® Jennings, Greg ® Hester, Devin ® is it that much thinner/worse than years past? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,505 Posted May 2, 2006 Hey Fumble, which league are you and I both in, I forget..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,505 Posted May 2, 2006 Ratface must be writing their press reports.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swagger 0 Posted May 2, 2006 Addai is going to be over Rhodes soon enough. Rhodes will be the 3rd down back, and used to spell Addai. If Portis is in Tier 2, so is Rudi. -- Addai & Rhodes to Share Time -- Mon May 1, 2006 --from FFMastermind.com The Indianapolis Star reports the Colts' offense probably will remain a one-back attack in 2006, with a twist. RB Joseph Addai, the 30th overall pick in the NFL draft, is expected to share time with veteran RB Dominic Rhodes. "At least that's the way we see it now,'' Colts president Bill Polian said Sunday. "You wouldn't expect a rookie to step right into a team like this. (With) a team that has been winning big, you'd expect him to play some, but not have to carry the whole load.'' I am not convinced of you Addai prediction, the load is on Manning this year and no one else. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtammen 0 Posted May 2, 2006 -- Addai & Rhodes to Share Time --Mon May 1, 2006 --from FFMastermind.com The Indianapolis Star reports the Colts' offense probably will remain a one-back attack in 2006, with a twist. RB Joseph Addai, the 30th overall pick in the NFL draft, is expected to share time with veteran RB Dominic Rhodes. "At least that's the way we see it now,'' Colts president Bill Polian said Sunday. "You wouldn't expect a rookie to step right into a team like this. (With) a team that has been winning big, you'd expect him to play some, but not have to carry the whole load.'' I am not convinced of you Addai prediction, the load is on Manning this year and no one else. I've watched every game Rhodes has played in. He looked good his rookie year, but then he had some injury problems and hasn't been the same every since. He gets tackled by first contact, insn't very patient, and doesn't hold onto the ball well. Don't listen to that garbage they sell you, once Addai learns all of Mannings audibles and all of the blocking schemes he is going to be the man. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyEaglesFly 0 Posted May 2, 2006 I think you're going to miss the boat on this guy. I agree. I think Chester Taylor could be a top 10 RB this season, especially in leagues that give points for receptions. The only problem is that because quite a few people think that way, you may have to reach and grab him early if you want him..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,505 Posted May 2, 2006 I agree. I think Chester Taylor could be a top 10 RB this season, especially in leagues that give points for receptions. The only problem is that because quite a few people think that way, you may have to reach and grab him early if you want him..... I am not sure he is truly "reach" material. I like to let others waste high picks on reaches. I have been known as a "reacher" of sorts, but rounsd 1-4 are not reaching rounds IMHO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlyEaglesFly 0 Posted May 2, 2006 I am not sure he is truly "reach" material. I like to let others waste high picks on reaches. I have been known as a "reacher" of sorts, but rounsd 1-4 are not reaching rounds IMHO It's a tough call because there is going to be value RBs in rounds 4 and 5 and Talyor will most likely go somewhere between very late 2nd or 3rd round because every league will have a guy or two that really likes him, ie, L. Jordan last season. I wouldn't bypass a stud WR for him but if most of the top WRs are off the board, and you only have one RB, you have to consider Talyor in round 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RLLD 3,505 Posted May 2, 2006 It's a tough call because there is going to be value RBs in rounds 4 and 5 and Talyor will most likely go somewhere between very late 2nd or 3rd round because every league will have a guy or two that really likes him, ie, L. Jordan last season. I wouldn't bypass a stud WR for him but if most of the top WRs are off the board, and you only have one RB, you have to consider Talyor in round 3 it will also depend on the type of league. Total redraft and you are likely going RB-RB through 1 and 2, then you speculate on RB's later in rounds 6 and 7. Teams that reach on WR's in round 1 will likely be candidates for taylor in 3 or 4 as they scramble for RB talent. Keeper leagues could see taylor going in round 2, possibly even 1 depending on how many keepers.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
