himmystyles 29 Posted September 22, 2021 Brandin cooks has been very good this season, especially in ppr. Now he gets Mills throwing to him. Are you guys still considering him a confident start regardless? Gets a tough date with CAR this Thursday to boot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AxeElf 787 Posted September 22, 2021 He's been pretty QB-proof over the years so far--just keeps churning out 1,150 yard, 7 TD seasons. He's a little ahead of that pace so far, so one might expect some... balance... in the future, regardless of the QB. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 22, 2021 If you mixed Jerry Rice and Calvin Johnson together into one mega-star receiver, I wouldn't start him with Davis Mills at quarterback. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 22, 2021 OP that depends on who else you have at wr? Cooks as been blessed to have played with Brees , Brady and Watson and Goff. I’m not going to say that makes him a good pick with Mills at the helm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Super Cubs 132 Posted September 22, 2021 as of right now I have him at flex but that might change as I'm waiting to see how our waivers play out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DocNiner 44 Posted September 22, 2021 Seeing as how the Texans could be playing from behind a bit this year it's likely game flow will dictate that they have to pass to stay in the game. Now, that being said, as long.as Mills can stay healthy, that was a concern with him coming out of college, Cooks is gonna see plenty of targets. Volume alone will make him a decent play each week and I wouldn't have a problem putting him in my lineup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,172 Posted September 22, 2021 First, people were down on him because tyrod Taylor was the QB. He had a good week one and a fine week two when tyrod was still in. After just two weeks people are asking if he is still a confident start because Tyrod is out? 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 22, 2021 Depending on who else one has at wr, I would be hesitant to start him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Serenity Now 44 Posted September 22, 2021 When in doubt, sit Thursday out. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 22, 2021 4 hours ago, WhiteWonder said: First, people were down on him because tyrod Taylor was the QB. He had a good week one and a fine week two when tyrod was still in. After just two weeks people are asking if he is still a confident start because Tyrod is out? Davis Mills is a whole new level of bad. Think Christian Hackenberg. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SexyRexy 60 Posted September 22, 2021 6 hours ago, WhiteWonder said: First, people were down on him because tyrod Taylor was the QB. He had a good week one and a fine week two when tyrod was still in. After just two weeks people are asking if he is still a confident start because Tyrod is out? this. Mills will certainly have his share of F ups but Cooks will also still have his share of receptions and big plays. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xenon 2 Posted September 23, 2021 What a dilemma, I was in on Crooks this year and was a target in my draft even with Tyrod. This new situation however has me concerned. For Flex in PPR, debating him, Boyd, Marvin Jones...would appreciate any feedback.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AxeElf 787 Posted September 23, 2021 7 minutes ago, xenon said: For Flex in PPR, debating him, Boyd, Marvin Jones...would appreciate any feedback.... I think you're safest with Cooks, but Jones is solid as well, with Boyd not far behind. So no WRONG answer, really. 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 23, 2021 Jones, and I saw that Higgins missed practice today, so if Higgins can’t play Boyd. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Super Cubs 132 Posted September 23, 2021 benching Cooks this week for Pitman. I'd rather take a wait and see approach this week Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polecatt 403 Posted September 23, 2021 Cooks is about as consistent at you can get from a fantasy WR. If he's healthy, he's gonna give you over 1000 yards and 6-8 TDs or so, PPR even better. I don't know why he's so undervalued. He wasn't even drafted in my dynasty league. Just check his injury status and if healthy, don't worry about it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 23, 2021 Depends on who else someone has at wr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 23, 2021 47 minutes ago, polecatt said: Cooks is about as consistent at you can get from a fantasy WR. If he's healthy, he's gonna give you over 1000 yards and 6-8 TDs or so, PPR even better. I don't know why he's so undervalued. He wasn't even drafted in my dynasty league. Just check his injury status and if healthy, don't worry about it He was undervalued because all of sports media decided that Houston was going to be the most terrible and inept team ever assembled. "How could they possible even snap the ball without Deshaun Watson," they asked incredulously. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBayXXXVII 2,117 Posted September 23, 2021 23 hours ago, nobody said: Davis Mills is a whole new level of bad. Think Christian Hackenberg. I don't know that this true. Mills has attempted only 18 passes. He was a solid prospect and drafted as expected, the third round. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AxeElf 787 Posted September 23, 2021 Davis Mills beat out Deshaun Watson. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,172 Posted September 23, 2021 Look, I get the concerns about Davis Mills but we already saw Brandin Cooks (one of the best receivers over the past several years) slide to tremendous value in drafts because "no Watson!, Tyrod can't produce a fantasy relevant WR!, Cooks has only done it with Brady and Brees and Watson ... and Goff!" Im just not sure why we think his targets and production will drop drastically enough now? We expected Houston to play from behind a lot this year and that won't change. It's why shrewd owners targeted Cooks in their drafts. Unless Mills shows that he can't hit the ocean, rendering Cooks targets useless, I see no reason to think Cooks won't produce decent fantasy numbers on volume alone. Cooks has a skillset that works all over the field on all types of routes so we can't even use the check down excuse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 23, 2021 22 minutes ago, TBayXXXVII said: I don't know that this true. Mills has attempted only 18 passes. He was a solid prospect and drafted as expected, the third round. You must not watch preseason. That guy is straight trash. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 23, 2021 4 minutes ago, WhiteWonder said: Unless Mills shows that he can't hit the ocean, rendering Cooks targets useless, I see no reason to think Cooks won't produce decent fantasy numbers on volume alone. Cooks has a skillset that works all over the field on all types of routes so we can't even use the check down excuse. And there's the issue. I'm a cooks investor, and I'm quite confident the targets will be there. It's just the completion part I'm worried about. I guess after the Texans are down 17 in the 4th, he can get that last drive of garbage time stats, but I wouldn't expect much else. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nomad99 410 Posted September 23, 2021 I don't care when his points go on the board....as long as they do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TBayXXXVII 2,117 Posted September 23, 2021 1 minute ago, nobody said: You must not watch preseason. That guy is straight trash. Preseason is a waste. No one game plans. The Texans didn't game plan anything and most of the guys he was out there with aren't even on a current NFL roster. Let's also not pretend that the Texans have a slue of great talent to begin with anyway. He'll be able to get all the reps in practice and he'll be able to develop faster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 23, 2021 Simply depends on who else one has on their team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Super Cubs 132 Posted September 23, 2021 just put Cooks back in my lineup. Why? Gut feeling. To quote Polk High football legend number 33 Al Bundy "let's rock!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xenon 2 Posted September 24, 2021 PPR Cooks or Marvin Jones? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AxeElf 787 Posted September 24, 2021 11 minutes ago, xenon said: PPR Cooks or Marvin Jones? Cooks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Law 220 Posted September 24, 2021 On 9/22/2021 at 1:21 PM, nobody said: Davis Mills is a whole new level of bad. Think Christian Hackenberg. YOU have made that determination in what, his one half of play as an NFL rookie? Not having practiced to play, he came in after an injury and had good and bad. Part of the good (for Cooks) was a focus on Cooks and a TD. The bad was an INT and fumble (not lost). Prior to that, he was a 3rd round draft pick (not some FA or something) after a decent college career. He was even a very highly rated recruit. He's had a LOT of injuries though. But YOU have decided! He sucks. OK then. Did he still sleep with your mom AND sister at the same time? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 24, 2021 you seem really emotional about this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Law 220 Posted September 24, 2021 Just now, nobody said: you seem really emotional about this. Nope. But you sure seem to be! You're the one who called the kid garbage, trash. And based on what? Pre-season!??! Too funny. That tells everyone what they need to know about your level of insight right there. Pre-season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 24, 2021 My bad. He's good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Law 220 Posted September 24, 2021 5 minutes ago, nobody said: My bad. He's good. Don't worry. You're nobody. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
weepaws 2,460 Posted September 24, 2021 4-60 yards , Cooks having a good game, congrats to you so far if you indeed started him in a ppr. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,172 Posted September 24, 2021 Like the great Wonder said Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWonder 2,172 Posted September 24, 2021 9 hours ago, nobody said: And there's the issue. I'm a cooks investor, and I'm quite confident the targets will be there. It's just the completion part I'm worried about. I guess after the Texans are down 17 in the 4th, he can get that last drive of garbage time stats, but I wouldn't expect much else. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nobody 2,044 Posted September 24, 2021 1 minute ago, WhiteWonder said: Like the great Wonder said You called it. If Carolina scores on this drive, he's got at least another 40 yards in garbage time coming too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nomad99 410 Posted September 24, 2021 51 minutes ago, weepaws said: 4-60 yards , Cooks having a good game, congrats to you so far if you indeed started him in a ppr. 1/2 ppr but still Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
