Hot take of the day: being a security blanket isn't a good thing

[nobody 2,615]

We've all heard the term.  It's usually referring to a tightend, and it's meant to mean a reliable target that the QB can go to when under duress or when he needs yards.  The metaphor of a security blanket though is that a kid doesn't go anywhere without his security blanket.  He uses it constantly.

But guess what?  Players described as security blankets are almost never relevant in fantasy.  Furthermore, these supposed security blankets usually get like 60 targets. 

And I know some of you are reading this and are getting upset because you'd rather stare at a board full of read topics, so I'll summarize into a point which is this.  If you see someone described as a security blanket, run the other way.  It means they'll be a JAG.

[TBayXXXVII 2,499]

I don't know how true this is.  The three players that come to mind who were described as "security blankets" were top tier players.... Wes Welker who was a WR1, Kelce who was the  TE1 for multiple years, and Evan Engram who was a TE1 (when healthy).  Were there others?  To be fair though, one of those guys was a JAG for a couple years with Trevor Lawrence.  But, who else was described as such?

[Ray_T 742]

mark andrews was described as a security blanket.

so was Keenan Allen when he was in San Diego. LA (corrected)  the guy who could supposedly get open in a phone booth.  (I love that term)

 

[Showboat 252]

Some broadcasters will overuse the term when trying hype up the talent level of the game they are covering, but a true security blanket can be a valuable fantsy asset.  In addition to the ones listed above, D.Adams was Rodgers' securty blanket in GB, and L.Bell was a seurity blanket for Roethlisberger in Pit.  I guess you just have to consider the source and context when the security blanket term is thrown around.

[LaChup 232]

Deshaun Watson and Justin Tucker were always seen carrying security blankets into the massage parlors with them. Always turned into a JAG off.

[nobody 2,615]

I don't know where you guys consume football, but I almost never see wide receivers described as security blankets.  It's always some mid TE.

[Dashow28 7]

How about Kamara?  With Brees and Carr I felt like Kamara kind of fits the mold

[listen2me 23 1,836]

10 hours ago, nobody said:

I don't know where you guys consume football, but I almost never see wide receivers described as security blankets.  It's always some mid TE.

I have heard the term a lot for slot WRs.  

Pound for pound yea it is used for TEs more often.  

[TBayXXXVII 2,499]

1 hour ago, listen2me 23 said:

I have heard the term a lot for slot WRs.  

Pound for pound yea it is used for TEs more often.  

...and they're usually pretty good.  Great?  Not necessarily, but probably fantasy starters or streamers.  I mean, why would you call a guy who has 15 receptions on a year, a security blanket?  I think some broadcasters may overuse the term, like @Showboat said, but overall, the player is probably decent, at worst.

[Ray_T 742]

15 hours ago, nobody said:

I don't know where you guys consume football, but I almost never see wide receivers described as security blankets.  It's always some mid TE.

it can be occasionally a WR.  usually a slot WR or TE but occasionally. 

when I think of a security blanket I think of a guy who wont drop a pass and who makes those critical 3rd and 4th down catches that are clutch.

[Ray_T 742]

3 hours ago, TBayXXXVII said:

I think some broadcasters may overuse the term, like @Showboat said, but overall, the player is probably decent, at worst.

Broadcasters overuse a lot of terms.   lol dont get me started on that.  but I'll agree with you on this.

[Maximum Overkill 1,822]

Security blankets are a good thing for Fantasy Football. It gives a legit floor 

[JagFan 152]

22 hours ago, TBayXXXVII said:

I don't know how true this is.  The three players that come to mind who were described as "security blankets" were top tier players.... Wes Welker who was a WR1, Kelce who was the  TE1 for multiple years, and Evan Engram who was a TE1 (when healthy).  Were there others?  To be fair though, one of those guys was a JAG for a couple years with Trevor Lawrence.  But, who else was described as such?

I tend to agree with this.  I think your issue is that you are describing security blankets that either suck, the o-line sucks, or the QB sucks.

[polecatt 477]

I guess it depends on you league and scoring, but in most leagues that means they will get a lot of targets, which in fantasy football is a very good thing, especially PPR.

Now, you could argue that they're not the highest quality of targets, and that may often be the case. However, points are points, and targets typically lead to catches, which lead to yards, and hopefully a few TDs.

Players like this are at the very least nice bye week or injury fill ins

[nobody 2,615]

Safe to assume Mason Taylor will be a JAG I guess.

https://sports.yahoo.com/article/jets-draftee-named-perfect-security-022100625.html&ved=2ahUKEwj92saB3rKNAxUHRTABHXN6DYgQjjh6BAgrEAE&usg=AOvVaw2ZBHfYaeEGARAg5vZhuJa0

Get ready for those 30 targets Taylor!

[nobody 2,615]

The thing that bugs me about the term is that if the player is so reliable, why wouldn't you just do it every play instead of throwing him the ball 3 times a game.

[Maximum Overkill 1,822]

1 hour ago, nobody said:

Safe to assume Mason Taylor will be a JAG I guess.

https://sports.yahoo.com/article/jets-draftee-named-perfect-security-022100625.html&ved=2ahUKEwj92saB3rKNAxUHRTABHXN6DYgQjjh6BAgrEAE&usg=AOvVaw2ZBHfYaeEGARAg5vZhuJa0

Get ready for those 30 targets Taylor!

Cole Kmet was pretty good with fields. I'll take that production from a 3rd round Dynasty pick. He'll probably be free in redraft 

[listen2me 23 1,836]

1 hour ago, nobody said:

The thing that bugs me about the term is that if the player is so reliable, why wouldn't you just do it every play instead of throwing him the ball 3 times a game.

Really depends how people define/use the phrase.  It is probably one of those phrases that doesnt mean what it maybe should.  

Any announcer I hear usually uses it what most here think of it as.  A last resort.  Or even on the same page guy that will always be alive to make a hard 6 yard check down catch.  

When I think security blanket I picture Health Miller.  Ben drapped with defenders on 3rd and 6..he dumps it to Health.. he breaks 1 tackle and picks up 7.  But I also thought of guys like Welker/Edleman as security blankets of sorts.  Even though that was just the Pats game for a bit.  Quick throws, over the middle, be perfectly on same page with your slot...

[nobody 2,615]

3 minutes ago, listen2me 23 said:

Really depends how people define/use the phrase.  It is probably one of those phrases that doesnt mean what it maybe should.  

Any announcer I hear usually uses it what most here think of it as.  A last resort.  Or even on the same page guy that will always be alive to make a hard 6 yard check down catch.  

When I think security blanket I picture Health Miller.  Ben drapped with defenders on 3rd and 6..he dumps it to Health.. he breaks 1 tackle and picks up 7.  But I also thought of guys like Welker/Edleman as security blankets of sorts.  Even though that was just the Pats game for a bit.  Quick throws, over the middle, be perfectly on same page with your slot...

Welker Edelman types make the most sense to call security blankets.  Just target monsters because they're always open on some jerk route so anytime the play doesn't go perfectly, there's a dude who's going to get you something.

But that's never how I hear it used.  It's always the tightend that gets 40 catches a year.

[Maximum Overkill 1,822]

Jacoby Meyers 

[LaChup 232]

There has been reporting that the Miami Dolphins drafted Quilt Ewers to be Tua's security blanket and Milroe in Seattle because Sam Yarnold.

[Ray_T 742]

3 hours ago, nobody said:

It's always the tightend that gets 40 catches a year.

but apparently all of them are clutch!

[TBayXXXVII 2,499]

18 hours ago, JagFan said:

I tend to agree with this.  I think your issue is that you are describing security blankets that either suck, the o-line sucks, or the QB sucks.

Yeah, I think you're right about that.

[JagFan 152]

11 hours ago, TBayXXXVII said:

Yeah, I think you're right about that.

I hope nobody sees us agreeing

[Super Cubs 153]

I don't think many owners are drafting the low volume security blanket players to  be a fantasy starters. Most likely just a bye week or injury filler and hope you catch them a good day.