brentleim 0 Posted July 29, 2006 Does Dominic have enough gas in the tank for the entire season or do most people think he will get hurt along the way, and when he does, Adaii has the job and never looks back... I got Adaii in the 10th round so i thought it could be a complete raping of the other teams if he does eventually start... Ideas?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mdubz 0 Posted July 29, 2006 i like rhodes to get more reps this season. i liken addai to the jj arrington of this year. i just have a feeling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tenaciousb 0 Posted July 29, 2006 i like rhodes to get more reps this season. i liken addai to the jj arrington of this year. i just have a feeling. Or could James Mungro be the sleeper of the year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ignignokt 0 Posted July 29, 2006 I got Adaii in the 10th round so i thought it could be a complete raping of the other teams if he does eventually start... If you got Addai in the 10th round, then you can argue in court that the other teams were asking for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deejsixer 0 Posted July 29, 2006 I just want to add a comment about Addai. He definately is the back of the future for the colts, but you have to remember that the colts have the most complicated playbook and blocking schemes for a RB in the league. With all the audibles manning calls, he has to know the playbook front and back. There is no way he will be ready to do that by week one, or even by the end of the year. He definatetly will get his share of PT, but the coaching staff will never put the backside of their franchise (Manning) in the hands of a rookie. I know Addai was a great blocker in college, but it's not about blocking technique, its about knowing your assignments. When Playing FF, you have to look beyond the obvious and into the reality of the situation. Rhodes may not have the talent of Addai, but he has been in the system for years. I do think that getting Addai in round 10 of the draft is a steal, considering he is usually going around round 5. Don't be suprised if Mungro becomes the goaline back. He has taken on that role in the past and is still a threat recieving out of the backfield. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
49ER MAN 0 Posted July 29, 2006 The longer Addai holds out, the worse his chance becomes of starting Week 1. I'm thinking since Rhodes knows the system very well, he'll start unless he completely falls apart in camp. Addai will get more playing time as the season goes along as he gains experience in the system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EaglesInCentral 0 Posted July 29, 2006 I think it will be rhodes, that offense is extremely complicated, I cant even imagine the blocking schemes the RB needs to know. Adaii misses a block and the colts season is over... They will run him sparingly first and second down but I think rhodes will be the work-horse Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nichee 0 Posted July 29, 2006 A friend of mine who was a college O-line coach for a few years explained pass-blocking schemes to me. They're really not that difficult. 2 basic schemes, zone and man. For a RB, zone is typically an inside-out look. Pressure up the middle, it's yours. If not, look for outside rushers, while keeping an eye on the inside for anything delayed. In man, the QB counts out the defenders, assigning a number to each defender. In essence, he's designating who the "unblocked" man is. That guy is his responsibility to avoid, get rid of the ball quickly, whatever. The RB is assigned one of the defenders, typically an inside backer. He's his man no matter what. If, presnap the MLB runs to the outisde, he's still his. He has to 'reach' him after the snap to pick him. Some teams run a mix of half-zone, half-man at times. That does get complicated to an extent. But ultimately if a RB is intelligent, he shouldn't have much trouble with these assignments. So, the question is two-fold. 1. Is Addai physically a good blocker? From what I hear, yes. 2. Is Addai intelligent? I don't know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Raider 84 29 Posted July 29, 2006 RBBC for most of the year. Bad situation unless Addai wins the job outright. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ras66not99 0 Posted July 29, 2006 I just want to add a comment about Addai. He definately is the back of the future for the colts, but you have to remember that the colts have the most complicated playbook and blocking schemes for a RB in the league. With all the audibles manning calls, he has to know the playbook front and back. There is no way he will be ready to do that by week one, or even by the end of the year. He definatetly will get his share of PT, but the coaching staff will never put the backside of their franchise (Manning) in the hands of a rookie. I know Addai was a great blocker in college, but it's not about blocking technique, its about knowing your assignments. When Playing FF, you have to look beyond the obvious and into the reality of the situation. Rhodes may not have the talent of Addai, but he has been in the system for years. I do think that getting Addai in round 10 of the draft is a steal, considering he is usually going around round 5. Don't be suprised if Mungro becomes the goaline back. He has taken on that role in the past and is still a threat recieving out of the backfield. Very well said buddy... you beat me to the punch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pigskin SkallyWags 0 Posted July 29, 2006 Very well said buddy... you beat me to the punch I live in INDY and everyone is forgetting a few things. First off Rhoades is coming off an injury. Addai has not signed yet. And yes our system is very complex and hard to learn however ADdai will be the man by week 5. Mungro will probably get the majority of the Touchdowns the first few weeks unless he gets injured. The Colts are gonna commit to the RUN this year since the passing fails them in the playoffs. Addai will be the man and im predicting 900 yards and 10 td's this year...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onejayhawk 3 Posted July 29, 2006 I dont know about everyone else, but I'm drafting Addai for this year, not next. J Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
49ER MAN 0 Posted July 30, 2006 Per kffl.com, Addai is now signed: Colts | Addai agrees to terms Sat, 29 Jul 2006 19:05:37 -0700 Mike Chappell, of the Indianapolis Star, reports the Indianapolis Colts have agreed to a five-year contract with first-round draft pick RB Joseph Addai. "It was important to get the right contract completed before training camp,'' agent Ian Greengross said. "Every day of camp is important. But also, you only have one shot at being a first-round draft pick. You have to make sure the contract is right for Joseph. It has to work both ways.'' Addai agreed to a five-year, $11.2 million contract that includes $4.76 million in guaranteed bonuses. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shake_a_leg 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I dont know about everyone else, but I'm drafting Addai for this year, not next. J I don't think you can draft one without the other, but draft Addai first. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Skinny_Bastard 159 Posted July 30, 2006 This whole blocking scheme thing is full of it. Addai will be the main workhorse by week 4. Fantasy titles are won with good value picks and sleeper. Addai in round 6-10 is a championship type of value. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
De Novo 0 Posted July 30, 2006 If you got Addai in the 10th round, then you can argue in court that the other teams were asking for it. Nice! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2the9s 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I like Rhodes. Addai will need time to adjust to pass protection. Manning uses so many audibles, the rook will need time to adjust. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lguero1 4 Posted July 30, 2006 handcuff as RB 3 & 4 if they are still around, or as RB 2 together. this has been the most talked about RB tandem on fftoday. more than bell/dayne and more than bush/mcallister. it all depends on your personality and what you think is going to happen. rhodes is the man for now. if you think he sucks, then addai will take over and draft addai. if you want to go back to 2001 and say that Rhodes can be the man and keep his job, then draft rhodes. addai is the future. if you think the future is week 4, draft addai. if you think the future is next year, draft rhodes for this year. we don't know if there will be a RBBC. we don't know how long Rhodes will last. we don't know when and if addai will take over. it is true championships are won by taking risks that pay off, if they pay off. round 10 is not much of a risk and he is probably your RB4. great value pick but any earlier, i would handcuff him with rhodes and see what happens. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brentleim 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I dont buy all of this RB of the future stuff... I think they drafted him for here and now... The Colts are getting older and realize that their chances for winning the SB are getting slimmer... Harrison is 34, Manning is 31 so their time is running tight... besides Rhodes is a very small back at 5' 9" and 203 lbs. He is not built to take the beating of carrying the rock every game... sure there are some exceptions to this rule, like Tike, but those are exceptions.... Addai is 5' 11" and 214 lbs. which is much more solid for a full time running back... if addai picks up the blocking schemes early enough, which i am sure he can, he will be the week 1 starter and if not it will simply take a few more weeks... JMO Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cheetah6 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I dont buy all of this RB of the future stuff... I think they drafted him for here and now... The Colts are getting older and realize that their chances for winning the SB are getting slimmer... Harrison is 34, Manning is 31 so their time is running tight... besides Rhodes is a very small back at 5' 9" and 203 lbs. He is not built to take the beating of carrying the rock every game... sure there are some exceptions to this rule, like Tike, but those are exceptions.... Addai is 5' 11" and 214 lbs. which is much more solid for a full time running back... if addai picks up the blocking schemes early enough, which i am sure he can, he will be the week 1 starter and if not it will simply take a few more weeks... JMO He will be the man by Week 5- I agree with that post. I drafted him in the 12th round to sit on the bench behind James, S. Jackson, and Tatum Bell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dreadlocks34 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I dont buy all of this RB of the future stuff... I think they drafted him for here and now... The Colts are getting older and realize that their chances for winning the SB are getting slimmer... Harrison is 34, Manning is 31 so their time is running tight... besides Rhodes is a very small back at 5' 9" and 203 lbs. He is not built to take the beating of carrying the rock every game... sure there are some exceptions to this rule, like Tike, but those are exceptions.... Addai is 5' 11" and 214 lbs. which is much more solid for a full time running back... if addai picks up the blocking schemes early enough, which i am sure he can, he will be the week 1 starter and if not it will simply take a few more weeks... JMO But if you are talking about wanting to win now, wouldn't the guy who has done it there, has very little wear and knows all the nuisances of Manning's game be a better fit than someone who just got there? Heck both Manning and Dungy both from their own mouth's said they wanted to take Maroney. Not the usual we got our guy coachspeak. My other favorite argument in this debate is people actually saying the Colts "have a history of putting rookie backs ie James and Faulk right into action so this has bearing. That could be the dumbest defense I have seen. So as a Viking fan should I be concerned that Chester Taylor won't score touchdowns because Denny Green used Leroy Hoard when Robert Smith was here? First, Dungy was nowhere near being involved with the Colts then. Second, both of those guys were top 5 picks coming into playing for a 4 win team. How is that in itself comparable to this. Having said this I am not really a Colt fan and neither of these guys are going to factor into my teams this season. I am just stating what I think is obvious. Maybe Addai plays right away because he is very good but these arguments and threads are becoming increasing ridiculous because of people's bias toward there own guys are their teams, not anything to do with the actual game. In fact I am willing to bet that a lot of the people defending Addai have never seen one LSU game or seen anything other than a few highlights of him and are going by some crappy Mel Kiper or Scouts Inc junk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brentleim 0 Posted July 30, 2006 But if you are talking about wanting to win now, wouldn't the guy who has done it there, has very little wear and knows all the nuisances of Manning's game be a better fit than someone who just got there? Heck both Manning and Dungy both from their own mouth's said they wanted to take Maroney. Not the usual we got our guy coachspeak. My other favorite argument in this debate is people actually saying the Colts "have a history of putting rookie backs ie James and Faulk right into action so this has bearing. That could be the dumbest defense I have seen. So as a Viking fan should I be concerned that Chester Taylor won't score touchdowns because Denny Green used Leroy Hoard when Robert Smith was here? First, Dungy was nowhere near being involved with the Colts then. Second, both of those guys were top 5 picks coming into playing for a 4 win team. How is that in itself comparable to this. Having said this I am not really a Colt fan and neither of these guys are going to factor into my teams this season. I am just stating what I think is obvious. Maybe Addai plays right away because he is very good but these arguments and threads are becoming increasing ridiculous because of people's bias toward there own guys are their teams, not anything to do with the actual game. In fact I am willing to bet that a lot of the people defending Addai have never seen one LSU game or seen anything other than a few highlights of him and are going by some crappy Mel Kiper or Scouts Inc junk. Point taken... Although I would not have picked Addai if i did not think what I have stated... I guess only Dungy knows for sure and he may not even know yet... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dr. Octopus 0 Posted July 30, 2006 I just want to add a comment about Addai. He definately is the back of the future for the colts, but you have to remember that the colts have the most complicated playbook and blocking schemes for a RB in the league. With all the audibles manning calls, he has to know the playbook front and back. There is no way he will be ready to do that by week one, or even by the end of the year. He definatetly will get his share of PT, but the coaching staff will never put the backside of their franchise (Manning) in the hands of a rookie. I know Addai was a great blocker in college, but it's not about blocking technique, its about knowing your assignments. When Playing FF, you have to look beyond the obvious and into the reality of the situation. Rhodes may not have the talent of Addai, but he has been in the system for years. I do think that getting Addai in round 10 of the draft is a steal, considering he is usually going around round 5. Don't be suprised if Mungro becomes the goaline back. He has taken on that role in the past and is still a threat recieving out of the backfield. James started from day one and that dude isn't very bright. All of these response are just speculation we see what happens in preseason. Addai may pick things up in camp and outshine Rhodes and then he'll be the starter or Rhodes may hold him off ala Mike anderson-Tatum Bell last season. No one knows at this point. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
grinders22 0 Posted July 31, 2006 i will start this off by saying i have rhodes on my team......what i would like to know is what rhodes has done wrong?....when james blew out his knee rhodes rushed for over 1000 yds and 9 tds in 10 games......how does tony dungy tell him sorry dominic sit your ass on the bench were giving this rookie the nod.......i just dont see it..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
