Do you rank Mike Anderson and Tatum... - The Orange Mane

Gcver2ver3 · 11-02-2005, 07:05 PM

Do you rank Mike Anderson and/or Tatum Bell in your top 10 best running backs in the NFL?

Here are my top 10:

1. LT
2. Shaun Alexander
3. E.J.
4. Tiki Barber
5. Steven Jackson
6. Willis McGahee
7. Tatum Bell
8. Warrick Dunn (check his numbers)
9. Mike Anderson
10.Priest Holmes

I feel like I'm being biased but when I check the stats I'm not so sure...

Do you think I'm biased? If so..who is your top 10?

Dr. Broncenstein · 11-02-2005, 07:07 PM

Our guys get it done... but I would trade for LT and Stephen Jackson...

ro_50 · 11-02-2005, 07:08 PM

I would put the combo up there perhaps in the bottom half of the top 10, but individually, I wouldnt.

ro_50 · 11-02-2005, 07:09 PM

BTW, How can Priest be 10th on that list? He's much better than that.

Bronx33 · 11-02-2005, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ro_50

BTW, How can Priest be 10th on that list? He's much better than that.

This year...........................not so good.

BroncoFanDoug · 11-02-2005, 07:13 PM

Here is my top:

Mike Anderson/Tatum Bell

No one else is even close by the numbers...

listopencil · 11-02-2005, 07:14 PM

Hard to say. Try ranking our tandem vs. the other tandems in the league.

Bronx33 · 11-02-2005, 07:14 PM

Gcver2ver3 · 11-02-2005, 07:25 PM

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Originally Posted by ro_50

I would put the combo up there perhaps in the bottom half of the top 10, but individually, I wouldnt.

Understood...but if you look at their numbers individually...so far they are rolling with the big boys...

As a combo they'd be number 1 I think...

Dutch · 11-02-2005, 07:27 PM

Last I looked Iron Mike Anderson (a bit O' Marine history there) is #5 in the AFC and Tater is #7. That is pretty flippin' impressive if you ask me. Thunder and Lightning? Nah, been used. Got to come up with something different and good. They call a Grunt in the Suck (ie, Marine infantry), "Ground Pounder". That works for Iron Mike. What about Tater?

Dutch

TheReverend · 11-02-2005, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Dutch

Last I looked Iron Mike Anderson (a bit O' Marine history there) is #5 in the AFC and Tater is #7. That is pretty flippin' impressive if you ask me. Thunder and Lightning? Nah, been used. Got to come up with something different and good. They call a Grunt in the Suck (ie, Marine infantry), "Ground Pounder". That works for Iron Mike. What about Tater?

Dutch

The suck and ground pounder are both RARELY used terms.

Merlin · 11-02-2005, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ro_50

I would put the combo up there perhaps in the bottom half of the top 10, but individually, I wouldnt.

As a combo they would have to rank 1 by a landslide. There is no other RB that could come close to competing with the statistically, or that could the combined skill set they offer. Separately they would be in the bottom 3rd of the top 12.

ludo21 · 11-02-2005, 07:51 PM

They are in the bottom 15 as indivuals. As a combo they are easily number 1.

But if either got a chance to be the only back, they would both be top 5, and Tatum would actually have the chance to be a number 1.

TheReverend · 11-02-2005, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by ludo21

They are in the bottom 15 as indivuals. As a combo they are easily number 1.

But if either got a chance to be the only back, they would both be top 5, and Tatum would actually have the chance to be a number 1.

Going by pure stats Tatum WOULD be #1 if he were the feature back. That being said, the combo offers the team better opportunities... so I support the combo.

ludo21 · 11-02-2005, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by TheReverend

Going by pure stats Tatum WOULD be #1 if he were the feature back. That being said, the combo offers the team better opportunities... so I support the combo.

he may be number 1 rushing wise, but I still like Lt at the top. After a couple years as a feature back, then he may take over that top spot. Hopefully in a couple years we will see that.

btw - i also like the combo right now, its working to perfection.

Bob's your Information Minister · 11-02-2005, 08:11 PM

Priest is not in the top 10 anymore.

That being said, neither are either of your guys.

ro_50 · 11-02-2005, 08:26 PM

I would Priest like 7th or 8th, but thats just me.

LT is the best.

Rock Chalk · 11-02-2005, 08:30 PM

I dont see both getting 1,000 yards this year, though that would be cool if it happened. I see Tatum starting to take over towards the end of the season with Mike being the one used for 10-15 carries. I think Tatum will eclipse 1100 yards, maybe 1200 this year and Mike will end up with 850-950 or so. Just a hunch, but odds are good both are not going to get 100 yards week in and week out. I think the only record either of our RBs has a chance at (and really only Tatum) is the single season rushing average (minimum 100 carries).

SoDak Bronco · 11-02-2005, 08:50 PM

Who cares where they are ranked, without the system, offensive line, and tough WR blocking its all for not anyway. The System is why these guys are so successful. I'm not taking anything from Mike or Tatum, but I'd say they are mid-level RB's but thanks to playing in Denver, it makes them produce like stars.

watermock · 11-02-2005, 09:06 PM

Shanahan went into detail his strategy...he wants to keep Bell fresh so he can knock off those big runs...he gave Ron Dayne a little prop as well...said that if something happened to MA, Dayne is right there...

He wants to wear the D down some then bring in flash...it's working, so lets run with it...I think the two have over 1000 allready...or close...too tired to look...I think it's 1162 between them...

Needa Pass Rush · 11-02-2005, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Bob's your Information Minister

Priest is not in the top 10 anymore.

That being said, neither are either of your guys.

Our guys are 'system backs'.

Thank god it's our system and they're in it.

anthonypacino · 11-02-2005, 10:07 PM

I don't think I could rank either of our backs as individuals in the top 10. Neither is a complete back, Tatum lacks hands, pass blocking and short yardage ability. Anderson has those but lacks optimum speed and burst. As a whole I would rank them the number two running attack in the NFL behind the Atlanta Falcons, Vick, Dunn, Duckett, Griffin have got the edge.

Gcver2ver3 · 11-02-2005, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by anthonypacino

I don't think I could rank either of our backs as individuals in the top 10. Neither is a complete back, Tatum lacks hands, pass blocking and short yardage ability. Anderson has those but lacks optimum speed and burst. As a whole I would rank them the number two running attack in the NFL behind the Atlanta Falcons, Vick, Dunn, Duckett, Griffin have got the edge.

Good post......

I guess maybe I am being biased placing them each in the top ten.

anthonypacino · 11-02-2005, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by gcver2ver3

Good post......

I guess maybe I am being biased placing them each in the top ten.

No way, that is what this site is all about, speaking your mind and hearing what others have to say, sometimes your opinion changes sometimes it is proven, it's all good. I am somewhat biased towards some old timers if my top ten mattered it would be something like this.

1. LT
2. Shaun Alexander
3. EJ
4. Tiki Barber
5. Warrick Dunn
6. Priest Holmes
7. Domanick Davis
8. Curtis Martin
9. Willis McGahee
10. Corey Dillion

Taco John · 11-02-2005, 10:58 PM

Despite Portis's struggles in DC, I still think he's a top ten back. He'd have broken 2000 yards in our system.

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11-02-2005, 07:05 PM	#1
Gcver2ver3 Ring of Famer Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Tampa Bay, FL Posts: 6,629 Adopt-a-Bronco: not Lance Ball	Do you rank Mike Anderson and Tatum... Do you rank Mike Anderson and/or Tatum Bell in your top 10 best running backs in the NFL? Here are my top 10: 1. LT 2. Shaun Alexander 3. E.J. 4. Tiki Barber 5. Steven Jackson 6. Willis McGahee 7. Tatum Bell 8. Warrick Dunn (check his numbers) 9. Mike Anderson 10.Priest Holmes I feel like I'm being biased but when I check the stats I'm not so sure... Do you think I'm biased? If so..who is your top 10?

11-02-2005, 07:07 PM	#2
Dr. Broncenstein Overdriven Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Sterile Fields Posts: 11,614 Adopt-a-Bronco: Wesley Woodyard	Our guys get it done... but I would trade for LT and Stephen Jackson...

11-02-2005, 07:08 PM	#3
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	I would put the combo up there perhaps in the bottom half of the top 10, but individually, I wouldnt.

11-02-2005, 07:09 PM	#4
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	BTW, How can Priest be 10th on that list? He's much better than that.

11-02-2005, 07:13 PM	#6
BroncoFanDoug Promising Rookie Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 530	Here is my top: Mike Anderson/Tatum Bell No one else is even close by the numbers...

11-02-2005, 07:14 PM	#7
listopencil [sarcasm]text[/sarcasm] BOOM! Winner. Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: The People's Republic Of California Posts: 8,580 Adopt-a-Bronco: Broncos FO	Hard to say. Try ranking our tandem vs. the other tandems in the league.

11-02-2005, 07:14 PM	#8
Bronx33 lets go partner Rumpson Rocks Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Lakewood,Colo Posts: 41,221 Adopt-a-Bronco: Woodyard	..

11-02-2005, 07:27 PM	#10
Dutch The Flying Dutchman Leatherneck Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Atlanta Posts: 1,499 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rubin Carter	Last I looked Iron Mike Anderson (a bit O' Marine history there) is #5 in the AFC and Tater is #7. That is pretty flippin' impressive if you ask me. Thunder and Lightning? Nah, been used. Got to come up with something different and good. They call a Grunt in the Suck (ie, Marine infantry), "Ground Pounder". That works for Iron Mike. What about Tater? Dutch

11-02-2005, 07:51 PM	#13
ludo21 RIP Darrent Williams Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Glendale, AZ Posts: 17,901 Adopt-a-Bronco: Paul Ernster	They are in the bottom 15 as indivuals. As a combo they are easily number 1. But if either got a chance to be the only back, they would both be top 5, and Tatum would actually have the chance to be a number 1.

11-02-2005, 08:11 PM	#16
Bob's your Information Minister Chiefs > Broncos Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 25,918 Adopt-a-Bronco: CHRIS KUPER!!!	Priest is not in the top 10 anymore. That being said, neither are either of your guys.

11-02-2005, 08:26 PM	#17
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	I would Priest like 7th or 8th, but thats just me. LT is the best.

11-02-2005, 08:30 PM	#18
Rock Chalk Cheeky Bastards Laus Deo Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: The Backside of the Internet Posts: 29,940 Adopt-a-Bronco: Chris Harris	I dont see both getting 1,000 yards this year, though that would be cool if it happened. I see Tatum starting to take over towards the end of the season with Mike being the one used for 10-15 carries. I think Tatum will eclipse 1100 yards, maybe 1200 this year and Mike will end up with 850-950 or so. Just a hunch, but odds are good both are not going to get 100 yards week in and week out. I think the only record either of our RBs has a chance at (and really only Tatum) is the single season rushing average (minimum 100 carries).

11-02-2005, 08:50 PM	#19
SoDak Bronco Lace em' up and lets go!! Von Miller aka QB Killa Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,132 Adopt-a-Bronco: Robert Ayers	Who cares where they are ranked, without the system, offensive line, and tough WR blocking its all for not anyway. The System is why these guys are so successful. I'm not taking anything from Mike or Tatum, but I'd say they are mid-level RB's but thanks to playing in Denver, it makes them produce like stars.

11-02-2005, 09:06 PM	#20
watermock "Hoodie Jr" "Hug me!" Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Hot Springs, Ouachitah Posts: 77,090	Shanahan went into detail his strategy...he wants to keep Bell fresh so he can knock off those big runs...he gave Ron Dayne a little prop as well...said that if something happened to MA, Dayne is right there... He wants to wear the D down some then bring in flash...it's working, so lets run with it...I think the two have over 1000 allready...or close...too tired to look...I think it's 1162 between them...

11-02-2005, 10:07 PM	#22
anthonypacino off season mode Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 2,283	I don't think I could rank either of our backs as individuals in the top 10. Neither is a complete back, Tatum lacks hands, pass blocking and short yardage ability. Anderson has those but lacks optimum speed and burst. As a whole I would rank them the number two running attack in the NFL behind the Atlanta Falcons, Vick, Dunn, Duckett, Griffin have got the edge.

11-02-2005, 10:58 PM	#25
Taco John 24/7 Broncos In Elway I Trust Join Date: Apr 2001 Posts: 49,697 Adopt-a-Bronco: Peyton Manning	Despite Portis's struggles in DC, I still think he's a top ten back. He'd have broken 2000 yards in our system.