murf74 461 Posted September 2, 2013 Do you see Sudfeld as a viable starting fantasy TE when Gronk does come back? Where do you rank him without Gronk? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwentyFourSeven 23 Posted September 2, 2013 Without Gronk, absolutely. With Gronk I'm not so sure. If he produces good numbers when Gronk is out then I feel more comfortable he can produce when Gronk is back. Here's to hoping so! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roroco 75 Posted September 2, 2013 Without Gronk, absolutely. With Gronk I'm not so sure. If he produces good numbers when Gronk is out then I feel more comfortable he can produce when Gronk is back. Here's to hoping so! I agree. NE uses 2 TEs quite often. Sudfield is not Arron Hernandez talented, but he will get a good share of looks even with Gronk in the lineup... hopefully. Personally, I took Sudfield and Cameron because I think one will pan out and I did not want to pay a tax on any TE that is not Graham or Gronk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,511 Posted September 2, 2013 Do you see Sudfeld as a viable starting fantasy TE when Gronk does come back? Where do you rank him without Gronk? i dont Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwentyFourSeven 23 Posted September 2, 2013 http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/9012/zach-sudfeld ESPN Boston calls Zach Sudfeld the Patriots' new "move option, replacing Aaron Hernandez." The Patriots are carrying just three tight ends: Sudfeld, Rob Gronkowski and Michael Hoomanawanui. We know Sudfeld is going to play a major role while Gronk (back) is sidelined, but an ability to play the "move" spot suggests he could sustain value even when Gronk returns. Hernandez averaged 8.1 targets per game over the last two seasons. Sep 2 - 8:42 AM Source: ESPN Boston 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
montana 89 Posted September 2, 2013 http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/9012/zach-sudfeld ESPN Boston calls Zach Sudfeld the Patriots' new "move option, replacing Aaron Hernandez." The Patriots are carrying just three tight ends: Sudfeld, Rob Gronkowski and Michael Hoomanawanui. We know Sudfeld is going to play a major role while Gronk (back) is sidelined, but an ability to play the "move" spot suggests he could sustain value even when Gronk returns. Hernandez averaged 8.1 targets per game over the last two seasons. Sep 2 - 8:42 AM Source: ESPN Boston This looks eerily familiar to what I was trying to say: http://www.fftodayforums.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=421700&view=&hl=&fromsearch=1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
montana 89 Posted September 2, 2013 247 nailed it - nice find. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roroco 75 Posted September 2, 2013 http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/9012/zach-sudfeld ESPN Boston calls Zach Sudfeld the Patriots' new "move option, replacing Aaron Hernandez." The Patriots are carrying just three tight ends: Sudfeld, Rob Gronkowski and Michael Hoomanawanui. We know Sudfeld is going to play a major role while Gronk (back) is sidelined, but an ability to play the "move" spot suggests he could sustain value even when Gronk returns. Hernandez averaged 8.1 targets per game over the last two seasons. Sep 2 - 8:42 AM Source: ESPN Boston Just don't expect Hernandez type numbers. Hernandez was much more talented, so he was able to do more wth his 8 targets and Sudfield will be able to. Sudfield has height and physical ability, but mot top 5 TE talent. I am still rolling with him and Cameron, but I am expecting top 10 TE for the first half of the year. He'll slip later, but that is why I paired him with another flyer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
montana 89 Posted September 2, 2013 ↑ I took the same 2 (Suds & Cameron). Both have good upside & can be had late while I add depth at RB/WR. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwentyFourSeven 23 Posted September 2, 2013 ↑ I took the same 2 (Suds & Cameron). Both have good upside & can be had late while I add depth at RB/WR. Did the same thing. Figured one of them has to work out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PATSSOX 22 Posted September 2, 2013 Gronk practiced again today .......................................but just in shorts and not catching any balls. http://itiswhatitis.weei.com/sports/newengland/football/patriots/2013/09/02/rob-gronkowski-practices-again-newcomers-on-hand-for-first-practice/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murf74 461 Posted September 2, 2013 Gronk practiced again today .......................................but just in shorts and not catching any balls. http://itiswhatitis.weei.com/sports/newengland/football/patriots/2013/09/02/rob-gronkowski-practices-again-newcomers-on-hand-for-first-practice/ So basically he showed up to watch? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kent 228 Posted September 2, 2013 I think Gronk comes back this season and promptly suffers a re-injury. Back injuries are rough. If he even tweaks his back a little it's brutal to attempt to play a game. I think the Gronk expectations this year are wildly overblown when he steps foot back on the field. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
American Chewy 98 Posted September 2, 2013 kinda think vereen gets most of the targets the 2nd te would usually get. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
murf74 461 Posted September 2, 2013 kinda think vereen gets most of the targets the 2nd te would usually get. Only in obvious passing situations and not at goalline where he wont be in game (vareen) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WR Guru 31 Posted September 2, 2013 Regardless of the situation of Gronk, Sudfeld is still a rookie. I would limit my expectations as I normally would with a 1st year receiver. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
