chinatown dragons Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Ballard had a solid game last week, whereas Brown had one catch and was done. with the Jags on tap this week, does Brown get rested? If so, Ballard could be solid sleeper starter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dogs Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Yes, play Ballard. All indications are that Brown will not play on Thursday and rest......... Even if he does play and takes any snaps, he will most likely be limited, and Ballard will get the majority of the snaps! I've got both as well in two of my leagues and not hesitating to play Ballard. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Ballard is the guy to start. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinatown dragons Posted November 6, 2012 Author Share Posted November 6, 2012 thanks guys..just read that Brown didnt practice, hoping Ballard has solid game as Cobb and Richardson are off, and looks like Harvin may be out or dreaded Game Time Decision...! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 FYI, it looks like the Colts might be without their starting center and right tackle for this game. I would temper expectations. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seahawk Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I actually like what little i've seen out of Carter not that I would play him over Ballard or Brown, but the guy hasn't been bad. He might even get some goal line carries it looks like he's taken a step out of the doghouse. As for your question I'd play Ballard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I just watched the Dolphins-Colts game last night, and I continue to be impressed with Ballard. They were using him several times as a receiver lined up wide or in the slot. A few times he could have had some big plays if not for a missed pass/catch. You don't see that with many RB. Could this be their RB of the future, taking over the starting job as this season goes on, or next year. As for Carter, I really wouldn't expect much from him unless one or both of Brown/Ballard are out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I think they let Brown walk in free agency. He's got the speed and burst, but not the strength to be an every down back. He also has had some injury issues. If his cap number was very friendly, then perhaps he would be back, but I see the Colts going with Ballard and Carter next year. I continue to maintain that their back of the future is currently playing in college. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Dogs Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 I continue to maintain that their back of the future is currently playing in college. This!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 8, 2012 Share Posted November 8, 2012 Word now is that Brown may be playing, saw it in player news earlier. I'm sticking with Ballard, should still produce ok and not much other choice with BGE hobbled and Tate a complete no show this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brg88tx Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 damn it, brown is acrtive for the game. don't know whether to start ballard or not Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scorcher Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I am still playing him as a flex because I am sure he will do better than Hakeem Nicked. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gourdeau Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Better than Redman lol ? This Donald news is throwing a wrench into my plans! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brg88tx Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 ballard tonight or kenny britt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brg88tx Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 damn it, now rotoworld says brown will start. cannot risk it, ballard to the bench Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gourdeau Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Panicked when I read Brown was starting, pulled him put Redman in, then went to switch it back after I calmed down, Roster Locked at 8:20 LOL... lord please help me if Ballard goes off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brg88tx Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 damn colts are now lying about their starters. chives Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gourdeau Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I'll bet Brown doesn't take a friggin snap, I'll lose it LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kzook76 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 OMG everything I read said Ballard was going to start and I never checked the inactives. Vick should have been benched. Ugh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phat Rugby Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 I guess Ballard's 7 yds a carry wasn't good enough. He's on the sideline with his helmet off wondering why he's not in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kzook76 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Yep. Brown stinks. In his defense he did have the goal line carries in the redzone and never got in. Looked like he would have scored but Podlusky got em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kzook76 Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Ballard gets back in! #VictoryFormation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Oh well, 5 points, not sure I'd get that out of BGE and wasn't going to risk a 0 (and nobody else better on my roster or waivers). Still think Ballard was doing better with his carries than Brown, not sure whe he is starting or even getting many carries. Oh and thanks Luck for taking all the rushing TDs, of course Ballard wasn't even on the field for those plays near the goal line, either Brown or Carter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinatown dragons Posted November 9, 2012 Author Share Posted November 9, 2012 Oh well, 5 points, not sure I'd get that out of BGE and wasn't going to risk a 0 (and nobody else better on my roster or waivers). Still think Ballard was doing better with his carries than Brown, not sure whe he is starting or even getting many carries. Oh and thanks Luck for taking all the rushing TDs, of course Ballard wasn't even on the field for those plays near the goal line, either Brown or Carter. Actually, Ballard was on the field for one of Luck's TD run, per the box score/play by play below. Looks like he had 3 shots in a row from the 6 to get in.....no gain..1 yard, pass for 4 yards and then Luck's TD run. 1-6-JAC 6 (9:35) 33-V.Ballard up the middle to JAC 6 for no gain (50-R.Allen). 2-6-JAC 6 (8:56) 33-V.Ballard right end to JAC 5 for 1 yard (51-P.Posluszny). 3-5-JAC 5 (8:23) (Shotgun) 12-A.Luck pass short right to 33-V.Ballard to JAC 1 for 4 yards (26-D.Landry). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted November 9, 2012 Share Posted November 9, 2012 Actually, Ballard was on the field for one of Luck's TD run, per the box score/play by play below. Looks like he had 3 shots in a row from the 6 to get in.....no gain..1 yard, pass for 4 yards and then Luck's TD run. 1-6-JAC 6 (9:35) 33-V.Ballard up the middle to JAC 6 for no gain (50-R.Allen). 2-6-JAC 6 (8:56) 33-V.Ballard right end to JAC 5 for 1 yard (51-P.Posluszny). 3-5-JAC 5 (8:23) (Shotgun) 12-A.Luck pass short right to 33-V.Ballard to JAC 1 for 4 yards (26-D.Landry). Ok, forgot about that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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