Who should I start in fantasy? - The Orange Mane

ro_50 · 12-16-2005, 06:55 AM

I have five running backs:

Rudi Johnson (definately starting)

Ronnie Brown

Michael Bennett

Mike Anderson

Tatum Bell

I have to start one of those four (Brown, Bennett, Anderson or Bell).

I'm in the playoffs, who should I start

I'm torn, I want to start Anderson but he hasnt gotten many carries lately and I want to start Bell, but Bennett is the Vikings number 1 guy now but Faison and Moore will still see carries.

And Brown splits time w/ Ricky Williams.

Decisions, decisions, decisions.

Great13 · 12-16-2005, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ro_50

I have five running backs:

Rudi Johnson (definately starting)

Ronnie Brown

Michael Bennett

Mike Anderson

Tatum Bell

I have to start one of those four (Brown, Bennett, Anderson or Bell).

I'm in the playoffs, who should I start

I'm torn, I want to start Anderson but he hasnt gotten many carries lately and I want to start Bell, but Bennett is the Vikings number 1 guy now but Faison and Moore will still see carries.

And Brown splits time w/ Ricky Williams.

Decisions, decisions, decisions.

I'd go with Bell. Hell, I AM going with Bell. I have Ricky Williams and Mike Anderson too, but Buffalo's run defense is poor, and I know Bell will bust em early and often. If you win money in this league, I'd like my 10% in cash please. Small unmarked bills. Good Luck.

Hotrod · 12-16-2005, 07:03 AM

I think both Bronco backs could see 100 yards but the safe call might be Brown. You just never know what Shannys gonna do with the 2 or 3 headed monster that is the Broncos running attack.

Rascal · 12-16-2005, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ro_50

I have five running backs:

Rudi Johnson (definately starting)

Ronnie Brown

Michael Bennett

Mike Anderson

Tatum Bell

I have to start one of those four (Brown, Bennett, Anderson or Bell).

I'm in the playoffs, who should I start

I'm torn, I want to start Anderson but he hasnt gotten many carries lately and I want to start Bell, but Bennett is the Vikings number 1 guy now but Faison and Moore will still see carries.

And Brown splits time w/ Ricky Williams.

Decisions, decisions, decisions.

Safe bet is Bennett (not splitting carries except potentially goal line with Fason), followed by Ronnie (two headed monster compared to three), Anderson, and Bell.

For best reward (depends on scoring) I think it's Anderson, Bell, Ronnie, Bennett.

Lidderer · 12-16-2005, 07:39 AM

you have to go with anderson. I'm in the same spot---i have alexander, but then only bell and anderson--and the snow is suited for a power back.

buffalo is such a bad run d, and jake showed earlier how poor he performs in inclement weather(vs wash), that you gotta expect shanahan to plow the big guy.

Great13 · 12-16-2005, 07:43 AM

Wow.... everyone chose a different back... looks like you're right back where you started.

P.S.- Go with Bell!

ro_50 · 12-16-2005, 08:32 AM

You are right Great13. Everyone makes valid points.

I know for sure I'm starting Rudi Johnson, I'm leaning a little towards Bell or Bennett.

Elway 4 Life · 12-16-2005, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Rascal

Safe bet is Bennett (not splitting carries except potentially goal line with Fason), followed by Ronnie (two headed monster compared to three), Anderson, and Bell.

For best reward (depends on scoring) I think it's Anderson, Bell, Ronnie, Bennett.

Bennet against pittsburgh?? No frickin way.

Brown against the jets is a better pick and bell against the bills is probably the best.

Old Dude · 12-16-2005, 09:08 AM

This is why fantasy owners hate Shanahan. He just goes with whatever works best in a given game - - which is great in reality - - but in fantasy, it makes it very hard to predict. Bell might have a great game, or maybe this time it will be Anderson, or maybe both, or maybe all the TDs will come through the air.

All I know is that I started Michael Bennett once this season. He played the entire game and got me exactly zero points.

All things considered, I'd go with Brown.

Rascal · 12-16-2005, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Old Dude

This is why fantasy owners hate Shanahan. He just goes with whatever works best in a given game - - which is great in reality - - but in fantasy, it makes it very hard to predict. Bell might have a great game, or maybe this time it will be Anderson, or maybe both, or maybe all the TDs will come through the air.

All I know is that I started Michael Bennett once this season. He played the entire game and got me exactly zero points.

All things considered, I'd go with Brown.

True.

I started Bennett last week and he got 14 points so I was happy especially since it was as my #3 RB behind Alexander and Rudi.

He never has told us what the scoring format is...that could change my answer.

ro_50 · 12-16-2005, 12:15 PM

I think I will go w/ Bell and live w/ the consequences.

Old Dude · 12-16-2005, 12:22 PM

The Jets are almost as bad as the Bills when it comes to stopping the run.

Lidderer · 12-18-2005, 05:57 PM

i said 'have to' for a reason

12-16-2005, 06:55 AM	#1
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	Who should I start in fantasy? I have five running backs: Rudi Johnson (definately starting) Ronnie Brown Michael Bennett Mike Anderson Tatum Bell I have to start one of those four (Brown, Bennett, Anderson or Bell). I'm in the playoffs, who should I start I'm torn, I want to start Anderson but he hasnt gotten many carries lately and I want to start Bell, but Bennett is the Vikings number 1 guy now but Faison and Moore will still see carries. And Brown splits time w/ Ricky Williams. Decisions, decisions, decisions.

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12-16-2005, 07:03 AM	#3
Hotrod Self Appointed Expert aka Dortoh Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 25,136 Adopt-a-Bronco: Miss I	I think both Bronco backs could see 100 yards but the safe call might be Brown. You just never know what Shannys gonna do with the 2 or 3 headed monster that is the Broncos running attack.

12-16-2005, 07:39 AM	#5
Lidderer & Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 1,780	you have to go with anderson. I'm in the same spot---i have alexander, but then only bell and anderson--and the snow is suited for a power back. buffalo is such a bad run d, and jake showed earlier how poor he performs in inclement weather(vs wash), that you gotta expect shanahan to plow the big guy.

12-16-2005, 07:43 AM	#6
Great13 He's Great! Here we go... Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: The SWATS (Atl) Posts: 344	Wow.... everyone chose a different back... looks like you're right back where you started. P.S.- Go with Bell!

12-16-2005, 08:32 AM	#7
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	You are right Great13. Everyone makes valid points. I know for sure I'm starting Rudi Johnson, I'm leaning a little towards Bell or Bennett.

12-16-2005, 09:08 AM	#9
Old Dude Host Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: As if I'd tell you crazies! Posts: 14,158	This is why fantasy owners hate Shanahan. He just goes with whatever works best in a given game - - which is great in reality - - but in fantasy, it makes it very hard to predict. Bell might have a great game, or maybe this time it will be Anderson, or maybe both, or maybe all the TDs will come through the air. All I know is that I started Michael Bennett once this season. He played the entire game and got me exactly zero points. All things considered, I'd go with Brown.

12-16-2005, 12:15 PM	#11
ro_50 Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Somewhere in Jersey Posts: 3,782	I think I will go w/ Bell and live w/ the consequences.

12-16-2005, 12:22 PM	#12
Old Dude Host Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: As if I'd tell you crazies! Posts: 14,158	The Jets are almost as bad as the Bills when it comes to stopping the run.

12-18-2005, 05:57 PM	#13
Lidderer & Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 1,780	i said 'have to' for a reason