Dolphin_Akie Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 He may be right. Hillman is really a third down back and Anderson is more of the Ball version 2. Juwan Thompson is sort of a new throw-in to the committee though. I kinda of expect them to use all three and see what happens until it is obvious what to do. Playing in NY against the Jets is not going to make it easy. Interesting, I have Ball although he was benched this week so following this closely but admit I no nothing about much of the backups bar Hillman so just found it surprising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thews40 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Despite being a healthy scratch this week whilst Hillman and Thompson were active behind Ball? Anderson doesn't play on special teams, so that's why he was a scratch. Anderson is a big dude... Hillman isn't. No matter who the starting RB is, it's not going to be Hillman, because he's the change of pace RB. The main job of Denver's RB is to protect Peyton. If Anderson can do that, he's money until Ball comes back. If he runs well, the job could remain his for the rest of the season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin_Akie Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Anderson doesn't play on special teams, so that's why he was a scratch. Anderson is a big dude... Hillman isn't. No matter who the starting RB is, it's not going to be Hillman, because he's the change of pace RB. The main job of Denver's RB is to protect Peyton. If Anderson can do that, he's money until Ball comes back. If he runs well, the job could remain his for the rest of the season. Cheers, just wondered on the logic behind it so I'm prepared if Ball's MRI today comes back with bad news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BA Baracus Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Anderson doesn't play on special teams, so that's why he was a scratch. Anderson is a big dude... Hillman isn't. No matter who the starting RB is, it's not going to be Hillman, because he's the change of pace RB. The main job of Denver's RB is to protect Peyton. If Anderson can do that, he's money until Ball comes back. If he runs well, the job could remain his for the rest of the season. I agree that the answer is 'not Hillman'. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I think there's too many unknowns right now to pick either. Like I said above, Hillman is NOT an every down back, and CJ was inactive today (he is not injured, and nobody knows why (except John Fox)). Also, we don't know the severity of Ball's injury, but I'll bet if it's not serious, he'll be back out there sooner rather than later. Yeah not sure why anybody would want to pickup CJ, if he was a healthy scratch and other guys are getting carries instead of Ball why would CJ suddenly have value? I drafted him hoping he might have value, even without Ball sucking. But I cut him last week to add depth at WR (he was the worst of my scrub RB platoon). I get and see it reported he was a scratch because he doesn't play on special teams, but still not sure that is legit reason to believe he gets the starting nod or bulk of he committee carries. Also DMD has mentioned several times how the Jets D will be another tough go for the DEN RBs, and I did read they were #1 vs. run going into the week allowing less than 65 yards/game. But they were gashed for 114 yards on 19 carries by Branden Oliver. Was that all in garbage time with a big lead and a tired defense? Are they really a top D against the run, or was that based on some easy matchups in the first 4 weeks. Won't matter for me, I'll be 3-2 at worst this week and well below the top of waiver order, so the hot guys will certainly be gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Yeah not sure why anybody would want to pickup CJ, if he was a healthy scratch and other guys are getting carries instead of Ball why would CJ suddenly have value? I drafted him hoping he might have value, even without Ball sucking. But I cut him last week to add depth at WR (he was the worst of my scrub RB platoon). I get and see it reported he was a scratch because he doesn't play on special teams, but still not sure that is legit reason to believe he gets the starting nod or bulk of he committee carries. Also DMD has mentioned several times how the Jets D will be another tough go for the DEN RBs, and I did read they were #1 vs. run going into the week allowing less than 65 yards/game. But they were gashed for 114 yards on 19 carries by Branden Oliver. Was that all in garbage time with a big lead and a tired defense? Are they really a top D against the run, or was that based on some easy matchups in the first 4 weeks. Won't matter for me, I'll be 3-2 at worst this week and well below the top of waiver order, so the hot guys will certainly be gone. Oliver gashed the Jets at will... running and catching. .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BirdmanJones Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Lost by 3 while Montee was icing his balls... Committee time in Den. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Bet they wish they had Moreno though. He fits that offense better right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tripleshot Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Bet they wish they had Moreno though. He fits that offense better right now. Sure, he fit that offense really well, but the Broncos only got one healthy season from him. Now he's on the bench injured in Miami making more money than the Broncos wanted to pay him. Tis why they let him leave. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazinib1 Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 And now he's gonna be out with a major groin injury. Guess that puts this conversation to rest. Ronnie Hillman will be a WW darling this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sausagekingchi Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 If I were to jump on a Denver RB to get off waivers it would be Hillman. I believe he has the biggest upside. Many of you are calling him a change of pace back, which is fairly accurate. He was never looked at as a guy you could hand the ball off to 20 times a game for an entire season. His skill set however does fit the Broncos scheme (they do like to pass the ball a little bit) and could provide him with plenty of opportunities for explosive plays. Even when you include Ball into the mix, Hillman is the most explosive. He is both faster and quicker and has great field vision. There is a reason the Broncos moved up significantly in the draft to take him. Someone listed each of his carries and that is what you can expect from him. Small to no gains mixed in with some explosive plays. His entire college career followed that same formula. He can go the distance at any time. If Ball misses time I'd expect Hillman to get 10-15 carries and 5 targets a game. I did not see the entire game, but Hillman looked solid in pass protection as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbforbes Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Rotoworld reports that Balls' balls are not severely injured. He should only be out 2-3 weeks. The Denver Post reports Montee Ball's groin injury may only cost him two weeks. ESPN's Jeff Legwold is reporting Ball's injury could cost him "as many as three weeks," though it sounds like he won't miss much more than that. A Monday MRI revealed Ball's injury will not require surgery. It's good news for Ball owners, as he's not done for the season and will miss brutal forthcoming run-defense matchups with the Jets and 49ers. The Broncos have a far more favorable stretch-run schedule, although it's fair to wonder if Ball might begin losing snaps to Ronnie Hillman, C.J. Anderson, and/or Juwan Thompson if they excel in his absence. Fantasy owners should try to keep Ball stashed as an injured RB4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LookingForALeague Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 This could be the best thing for Ball owners. Now I won't be tempted to start him and all that 'potential' and get burned again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 This could be the best thing for Ball owners. Now I won't be tempted to start him and all that 'potential' and get burned again. Exactly and then he returns to a string of favorable matchups while rested as well... maybe he won't suck when he returns? ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BA Baracus Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 Exactly and then he returns to a string of favorable matchups while rested as well... maybe he won't suck when he returns? ?? One can hope Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sunday Couch Potatoe Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 (edited) It does one thing for me knowing he's only out a couple weeks I won't be putting in any bids for what is sure to be a cluster truck there for a few weeks. Just not worth blowing BB money for a maybe of who is the man or isn't for 2-3 weeks in my opinion. Edited October 6, 2014 by Sunday Couch Potatoe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted October 6, 2014 Share Posted October 6, 2014 I just think he's the best looking back of the three. Hillman is just too light to carry the load and CJ looks about like Ball with his total lack of explosiveness. I am usually more a fan of measurables and production for predicting NFL success, but Thompson is the most exciting guy to watch with the ball in his hands. It will take Ball being out for a while and several games of the other two guys sucking, but if Juwan gets a legit shot at the job I think he takes it. thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thews40 Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 (edited) JMHO as a Denver Homer, but Juwan is a rookie. Ball hasn't been magic so far, so if the next man up plays out, they could be the next RB1 in Denver. It isn't going to be Hillman. Hillman is Sproles/Woodhead... not a guy that can take a beating once a week. Denver has the Jets, 49ers and Chargers coming up. They won't need a full tank to beat the Jets, but they will need all balls to beat the Niners and Chargers. CJ Anderson is your next man up, or my name isn't Warren. Edited October 8, 2014 by Thews40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BA Baracus Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 JMHO as a Denver Homer, but Juwan is a rookie. Ball hasn't been magic so far, so if the next man up plays out, they could be the next RB1 in Denver. It isn't going to be Hillman. Hillman is Sproles/Woodhead... not a guy that can take a beating once a week. Denver has the Jets, 49ers and Chargers coming up. They won't need a full tank to beat the Jets, but they will need all balls to beat the Niners and Chargers. CJ Anderson is your next man up, or my name isn't Warren. I'd agree that CJ is the next guy up, I just think that he has a good chance of sucking and that Juwan will suck less than him if given the chance to go out there and suck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rileyrott Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 (edited) I'd agree that CJ is the next guy up, I just think that he has a good chance of sucking and that Juwan will suck less than him if given the chance to go out there and suck. But no one knows for sure, do we? I agree that Hillman is NOT an every down back. I don't think the Broncos are ready to give up on Ball, so any of this speculation could be a moot point in 2-4 weeks. Edited October 8, 2014 by Rileyrott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin_Akie Posted October 8, 2014 Share Posted October 8, 2014 Exactly and then he returns to a string of favorable matchups while rested as well... maybe he won't suck when he returns? ?? Thats why I'm hanging on to him, wasn't starting him anyway this week so only worry is someone impressing in his absence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thews40 Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 CJ Anderson show starts tomorrow. Hillman will get the first few carries, but it's showtime for Mr. Anderson. It's easy to predict things after they happen, but I've been waiting for this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 CJ Anderson show starts tomorrow. Hillman will get the first few carries, but it's showtime for Mr. Anderson. It's easy to predict things after they happen, but I've been waiting for this. I have a feeling you're right (Im no Denver homer) Their sched sucks for FF rbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keggerz Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 Count me in the CJ camp too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MTSuper7 Posted October 12, 2014 Share Posted October 12, 2014 I suspect the Bronco running game will look poopy playing the Jets in New York. The. They get the 49ers which isn't a great matchup for the running game either (albeit not as bad as normal with SF). It wouldn't surprise me to see nobody emerge which would probably hand the keys back to Montee in a few weeks. But who knows... That Oliver kid ran well vs the Jets last week, so maybe someone does emerge tomorrow. I agree with the CJ talk - Hillman will likely get 3rd down work and 2 minute drill work regardless of the hot hand situation, but IIRC CJ wasn't active last week because he doesn't play on special teams and the rookie does. That could be wrong though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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