DanTheMan_5 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I had Collie last season, and he was so great when he played, but obviously the concussions ruined his fantasy season. Somehow, even though I swore I wouldn't, I ended up drafting him again this year. I know he has foot issues now, however I think the real reason may be that the Colts are concerned about his head more than anything. I took him in round 9 in a 10 team league just because I thought at that point he was a value pick. II'm curious where he went in other leagues, and is there anybody who believes he will suit up for 10+ games even? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 The dude had 32 concussions last year. I believe that is a cause for concern. I think that he went in the 7th round of a draft I was at Wednesday. The chances that he plays 10 games are slim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
delusions of grandeur Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 (edited) If you got him in the 9th, then you got him about where I think he should be going, as a bench player with upside. But in most cases, he is going to earlier than that, which I think is risky before you fill your lineup with reliable options. But when you have that many concussions in an era where the NFL has become extremely serious about them, he could literally be 1 concussion away from his career being done; That's not someone I want to draft as a starter when he makes his living working out of the slot into traffic. But like we've both said, 9th round is where his upside becomes too much to pass up if he can remain healthy. Edited September 2, 2011 by delusions of granduer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BearBroncos Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I traded him in the off season for a first round pick Granted, my receiver core sucked before.... and well, it sucks just about the same considering I barely ever started the cat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ced1001 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 When I draft a fantasy team, I stay away from scrambled eggs. Collie is one hit away from his career being over. Further, it's not like you even get his best this season when he'll be on the field. I won't be shocked to see Manning lose 1-2 weeks of the season and then take another 2-4 weeks to get his timing back with his WRs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delicious_bass Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 If you got him in the 9th, then you got him about where I think he should be going, as a bench player with upside. But in most cases, he is going to earlier than that, which I think is risky before you fill your lineup with reliable options. But when you have that many concussions in an era where the NFL has become extremely serious about them, he could literally be 1 concussion away from his career being done; That's not someone I want to draft as a starter when he makes his living working out of the slot into traffic. But like we've both said, 9th round is where his upside becomes too much to pass up if he can remain healthy. Pretty good assessment, IMO, though I did choose to pass on him throughout the entire draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonDog Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I also had him last year. I'm in an auction league and we draft two weeks ago, top WR went for $30 to $40. I picked up Collie for $15. Not super cheap but he is my #3WR. I remember that last hit that ended his season, and I don't know any NFL player that would have walked away from that impact. I think that he was very unlucky and hopefully he won't see another one like that ever. But he is my risk pick, and the upside is huge if he can repeat what he did last year even for 10 games. I just hope he last to my playoffs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caveman_Nick Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I would not hesitate to draft Collie as an option at a flex position, or as my top back-up at WR, but if you are drafting him as a starter you are playing with fire. Sure, he has the potential to pay off reallyvwell....but he also has the potential to blow up in your face. That's not a guy a bet my starting line-up on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I have a screen up in every one of my leagues' MFL sites, ready to pick up Blair White. Click, click, click, click. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menudo Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 He is the true definition of a high risk, high reward player. I wouldn't write him off like some are quick to do. Yes, he is an extremely high injury risk, no doubt about that. Keep in mind though, that when he played last year, he was becoming Manning's go-to guy. Even in the game he came back in, and was eventually layed out again, he was putting up hugh numbers prior to the hit. I think that if he can get his foot healthy, that he could be a steal at the position he is being drafted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LonDog Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 He is the true definition of a high risk, high reward player. I wouldn't write him off like some are quick to do. Yes, he is an extremely high injury risk, no doubt about that. Keep in mind though, that when he played last year, he was becoming Manning's go-to guy. Even in the game he came back in, and was eventually layed out again, he was putting up hugh numbers prior to the hit. I think that if he can get his foot healthy, that he could be a steal at the position he is being drafted. I completely agree. One thing about FF is that if you are going to win championships you have to step out and not be too conservative. Sure he could be a bust, but it won't kill your chances if you get him cheap. On the other hand, he could put up #1 WR numbers, as Wayne is not getting any younger. I like the upside that is why I have him. Also, Blair, Garcon and others are not as good a Collie IMO, so I don't expect the same upside if Collie goes down again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henry Muto Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Got him in several leagues this year after having him in 0 leagues last year. I am taking him in the 6th/7th rounds of a 12 man PPR leagues. In PPR he can be a top 10 WR if healthy. If he goes down in flames so be it. Got to take risks if you want to be a championship. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 I have a screen up in every one of my leagues' MFL sites, ready to pick up Blair White. Click, click, click, click. do it do it Colts coach Jim Caldwell wouldn't rule out the possibility Friday that WR Blair White (back) will open the season on PUP.White missed all of training camp and the preseason with a back injury, the extent of which was never disclosed. We're curious whether White needed surgery. If it were only a day-to-day injury, he would've been practicing long ago. Source: Tom James on Twitter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 do itdo it Anthony Gonzalez? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zooty Posted September 2, 2011 Share Posted September 2, 2011 Anthony Gonzalez? LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ditkaless Wonders Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 He is an integral part of my 4 W.W.R. set. Welker, Collie, Jordy Nelson, and Woodhead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanTheMan_5 Posted September 3, 2011 Author Share Posted September 3, 2011 I would not hesitate to draft Collie as an option at a flex position, or as my top back-up at WR, but if you are drafting him as a starter you are playing with fire. Sure, he has the potential to pay off reallyvwell....but he also has the potential to blow up in your face. That's not a guy a bet my starting line-up on. My WR's are weak this year, but I only have to start 2 and I got Vjax and Percy Harvin, so Collie is my #3....he may be my #2, at lkeast until he gets hit hard in the head again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 someone will draft him before i will. that means i don't have to spend anytime thinking about him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted September 3, 2011 Share Posted September 3, 2011 Got to play in 100 leagues if you want a chance to be in a championship. Fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buddahj Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 I would not hesitate to draft Collie as an option at a flex position, or as my top back-up at WR, but if you are drafting him as a starter you are playing with fire. Sure, he has the potential to pay off reallyvwell....but he also has the potential to blow up in your face. That's not a guy a bet my starting line-up on. I just took him in the 9th round of my 10 team local tonight. IMO, he was worth the risk as my no. 4 WR. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
osu1322 Posted September 4, 2011 Share Posted September 4, 2011 I'm trying to remember which rd I took Collie in... (i was the first pick overall and had back to back pick the rest of the draft so my view of rd was a little blurry) I believe it was the end of the 9th beginning of the 10th that I drafted Collie and Hightower. Out league is also only an 8 man league so it's deeper than the well Lassie had to recused Timmy from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 Collie practiced in full on Monday and should be ready to go. Keep in mind though, that it will be Kerry Collins throwing to him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
detlef Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 someone will draft him before i will. that means i don't have to spend anytime thinking about him. This. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historymike Posted September 6, 2011 Share Posted September 6, 2011 I picked him up in two of three leagues. One league he was available in the ninth round, and I jumped a bit and took him in the seventh round in a WR-friendly league. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMac Posted September 7, 2011 Share Posted September 7, 2011 I got him at the end of the eighth round in a 14 team league as my 4th WR. In all the mock drafts I did he was gone by the time I took my 3rd WR. So I thought the value was just too good to pass up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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