fairwarning Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 News: Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis told The Cincinnati Enquirer that RB Rudi Johnson (hamstring) will play Week 6 at Kansas City. Johnson missed the Bengals' last game Oct. 1 because of the injury, but he practiced Friday without incident. The Bengals officially list him as probable. Analysis: Lewis also said that Kenny Watson, who replaced Johnson Oct. 1, would also play, perhaps hinting that the two would split carries. Still, Johnson's Fantasy owners should insert him back into their lineups and consider him a No. 1 Fantasy RB against Kansas City's 24th-ranked run defense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whomper Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 (edited) Tough call..This has start him-early tweak-you're screwed written all over it Edited October 14, 2007 by whomper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunther Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tough call..This has start him-early tweak-you're screwed written all over it I really agree with this as I wrestle with this in my local. I am leaning toward starting Rudi and taking the chance. Otherwise I have to start Sammy Morris. But I keep waffling on this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Medal of Honor Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I have to start him or Earnest Ghramm (or however you say it, still not used to him). Starting two RBs I'm also using Thomas Jones. I guess I'll live with Earnest, and not take a chance with Rudi (even with him having practiced a full day Friday). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawks21 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Tough call..This has start him-early tweak-you're screwed written all over it That was my first thought when he got upgraded to Probable!!! I've got my biggest game of the season this week, I'm pretty much the only team that has a chance to beat the top team in my local dynasty. I've got decent other options for flex---F. Taylor, E. Graham, B. Engram, but Rudi by far has the most upside of that group, and I kinda need upside this week. I guess I'll be waking up in 5 hours for the 7am pregame. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nhoops Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm leaning towards playing him.....of course my choices this week are Rudi, Fred Taylor and Morency.....and I need 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomfin2000 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I really agree with this as I wrestle with this in my local. I am leaning toward starting Rudi and taking the chance. Otherwise I have to start Sammy Morris. But I keep waffling on this. I wouldn't hesitate to start Sammy Morris over Rudi this week, especially since it looks like Maroney could either be limited or inactive again. Unfortunately for me, it's either Rudi or Kenny, and I feel like I'm going to get screwed either way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chadman Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Seahawks, you're not that jazzed about Engram's upside this weekend? I picked him up in a league this week because of his upside. I know what you guys mean...I also have Graham and Rudi, and picked up Watson as insurance. Split carries is a disaster for that roster move. Curious to know what you think about Engram here, Seahawks - good luck to all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I have to start him or Earnest Ghramm (or however you say it, still not used to him). Starting two RBs I'm also using Thomas Jones. I guess I'll live with Earnest, and not take a chance with Rudi (even with him having practiced a full day Friday). As a Thomas Jones owner, I think I'd play Rudi and Graham over Jones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doors27 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I"m pretty much screwed at my RB position in my one league. I have to start Brian Leonard and either Johnson or Watson since Parker is on a bye - and so is Kevin Jones. I am going to go with Watson and just cross my fingers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Misfit Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 According to local radio, Watson gets the start today ... although Rudi is dressing and is expected to play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Per KFFL: Bengals | Watson to start at running back Week 6 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 08:55:03 -0700 Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Kenny Watson will start the team's Week 6 game at running back. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Bengals | R. Johnson active Week 6 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 08:52:11 -0700 Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Rudi Johnson (hamstring) is active for the team's Week 6 game, but he will not start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustOfBeenDrunk Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 so Rudi or Watson ? if you have them both Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 so Rudi or Watson ? if you have them both Gotta be Watson...he'll get half the carries as it stands now....and if Rudi tweeks that hammy, Watson gets an even greater share. Why risk starting an injured player who, at best, will only get 12-14 touches? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawks21 Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Seahawks, you're not that jazzed about Engram's upside this weekend? I picked him up in a league this week because of his upside. I know what you guys mean...I also have Graham and Rudi, and picked up Watson as insurance. Split carries is a disaster for that roster move. Curious to know what you think about Engram here, Seahawks - good luck to all. I just changed my lineup, and am now starting Engram. Bobby is almost never an "upside guy". Should get his 5 for 80 and a TD. "" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MustOfBeenDrunk Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 Gotta be Watson...he'll get half the carries as it stands now....and if Rudi tweeks that hammy, Watson gets an even greater share. Why risk starting an injured player who, at best, will only get 12-14 touches? i'm thinking about starting both ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Last Plane Out Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 i'm thinking about starting both ? I'm thinking the same thing.......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irish Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I honestly think Watson is the play here. Rudi's active and might get some carries just to see how he'll perform at game speed, however, there's just too much risk, as not only could he reinjure himself but I just don't think he'll get that much work. Watson should have a very solid day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunther Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I wouldn't hesitate to start Sammy Morris over Rudi this week, especially since it looks like Maroney could either be limited or inactive again. Unfortunately for me, it's either Rudi or Kenny, and I feel like I'm going to get screwed either way. I decided to do start Morris. We'll see how that works out...but thanks for the response! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gopher Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I wouldn't hesitate to start Sammy Morris over Rudi this week, especially since it looks like Maroney could either be limited or inactive again. Unfortunately for me, it's either Rudi or Kenny, and I feel like I'm going to get screwed either way. +1 I'm going to start Morris over Rudi. At least I know Morris will get the goal-line carries, and there's no guarantee Maroney will play at all. Rudi, at best, will be splitting (but not starting). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoJoTheWebToedBoy Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 This is a wild season. I seem to find myself making changes every Sunday now..... Trying to decide between K. Watson, S. Morris, and A. Green. All three wiith questions 15 mins before game time.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rattsass Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm starting Watson over Rudi. Rudi is active but not starting? Don't like the smell of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ohjay Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm starting Watson over Rudi. Rudi is active but not starting? Don't like the smell of it. Same here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiggieFries Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 I'm starting Watson over Rudi. Rudi is active but not starting? Don't like the smell of it. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunther Posted October 14, 2007 Share Posted October 14, 2007 +1 I'm going to start Morris over Rudi. At least I know Morris will get the goal-line carries, and there's no guarantee Maroney will play at all. Rudi, at best, will be splitting (but not starting). Pretty much sealed the deal for me as well, especially when I heard Rudi wasn't starting. So this probably means Rudi will get three TDs today. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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