redknightsgoingdown Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 STL homers... What's your take on this guy? What's the split with him and Faulk looking like? Is this guy the real deal? Just gathering some thoughts... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I'm really interested in some info here as well. I need to decide if it's worth keeping him for $20 out of my $200 auction budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Controller Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 (edited) Watch the MNF game tonight and form your own opinion. Edited August 29, 2005 by Controller Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bedoman Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I think he is the real deal....so far he has looked strong in the pre season. I will be watching closely tonight! I draft this weekend in both leagues and he is ranked in the bottom of the second round where I come back in both. Maybe Jordan in one and Jackson in the other but we will see. I think the split goes something like 80/20 in Jacksons favor. 1100 - 1300 combined yards and 8 -10 TD's in my opinion Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GhostRiders Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I am just concerned that the Ram's don't run enough, and with their defense this year, might be throwing a lot to play catch-up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trots Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 Their schedule may be the easiest in the NFL, fantasy-wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 When they ask Martz about him he beams like he's his freakin' kid for crying out loud.Bulger and Martz very high on him...could be big if the D can step up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drafter Posted August 29, 2005 Share Posted August 29, 2005 I'm sold on him....I'd be more sold if Faulk wasn't hanging around, but I gave up a bunch of guys in my dynasty league last year to get ahold of him. Martz seems to be changing his philosophy a bit, and think he will give the running game more of a chance to develop before unleashing Bulger and the boys. He is big, he is strong, and more importantly, he is a starting RB. whats not to like?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 He is big, he is strong, and more importantly, he is a starting RB. whats not to like?? 955658[/snapback] The pass-first head coach/offense and the HoF RB peeking over his shoulder. I think Faulk has certainly been demoted to the 3rd down/change of pace back - and if he stays healthy doing so, he's a deluxe option in that role. As far as Martz, I have seen several articles (in the local paper, Sporting News, SI, etc) about how he self-scouted and realized that in their SB years, they were much more dedicated to the running game, and he's going to go back to that. Whether it sticks or not remains to be seen, but the intent is there, at least. Either way, as long as his pass-catching is up to par, he should be productive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drafter Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 That was a pretty good start to the game................. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crispy Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Looking good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mggoilers Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Jackson can hit the hole hard, but I don't think he has good instincts. Not sure if the guy has any cutback ability and runs a little upright...but running straight ahead he looks good. If he can stay healthy, he will have a solid year due to the passing game getting so much respect. I'm not drafting him unless he's my 3rd back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime9287 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 92 total yards and a td in the 1st QTR against the Lions. Not too bad at all. Looks like he might be able to catch too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theeohiostate Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I'm not drafting him unless he's my 3rd back 955829[/snapback] Good luck trying to get a RB with his ability as a #3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mggoilers Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Good luck trying to get a RB with his ability as a #3 955836[/snapback] LIke I said unless he's my #3, I don't want him...most folks think he is a solid #2 and drafting accordingly...I would be very upset with my team if he was my #2 back. I'm not buying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime9287 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Jackson can hit the hole hard, but I don't think he has good instincts. Not sure if the guy has any cutback ability and runs a little upright...but running straight ahead he looks good. If he can stay healthy, he will have a solid year due to the passing game getting so much respect. I'm not drafting him unless he's my 3rd back 955829[/snapback] Did you see the 64 yard run and the run in the beginning of the 2nd QTR? Not only can he cut back, he can accelerate nicely too. Watch some film from him at Oregon St. and all your questions will be answered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Primetime9287 Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 Good luck trying to get a RB with his ability as a #3 955836[/snapback] I did! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 LIke I said unless he's my #3, I don't want him...most folks think he is a solid #2 and drafting accordingly...I would be very upset with my team if he was my #2 back. I'm not buying it. 955846[/snapback] This guy is either a genius or an idiot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mggoilers Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 64 yard was not a cutback...it was off tackle. He is obviously very talented, but watch him...straight ahead. If the play starts right, it stays right...just watch him. I don't like his running style, so maybe I'm being too critical. Great #3 RB though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhoops Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 In most 12 team drafts he doesn't slide past 2.12 or 3.1 unless your league is WR/QB happy. Got him as my #2 behind S.Alexander and I'm happy. He could be moving up after tonight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 64 yard was not a cutback...it was off tackle. He is obviously very talented, but watch him...straight ahead. If the play starts right, it stays right...just watch him. I don't like his running style, so maybe I'm being too critical. 955871[/snapback] I don't recall Jamal Lewis having too much wiggle, and it seems to have worked out OK for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJOLIRPH Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I did! 955851[/snapback] I did to (6th rd) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mggoilers Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I don't recall Jamal Lewis having too much wiggle, and it seems to have worked out OK for him. 955878[/snapback] Jamal has great vision, and does see the hole and cuts back. I don't think comparing Jackson to Lewis is a fair comparison. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest THEbigred Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 (edited) Watch the MNF game tonight and form your own opinion. 954492[/snapback] Yeah wt-f w/asking people's opinions on an FF message board anyway? :swoosh: Edited August 30, 2005 by THEbigred Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melrich Posted August 30, 2005 Share Posted August 30, 2005 I vote idiot.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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