medalofhonor Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 (edited) DeAndre Washington had 12 carries for 99 yards (!) and 2 TDs yesterday. Agreed it came against the Colts but this could be something to note for those who have plans of drafting Latavius Murray next season, or for those who have their championship games in Week 17. I missed the game yesterday, did a major chunk of those 99 yards come on a big run or something ? Latavius has done so well all season and in the last few weeks, it looked like he had taken over the workhorse role. But it seems the Raiders are intent on not making Latavius an every down back. DeAndre was a healthy scratch 2 weeks ago, but came back out of nowhere in Week 15 and had a monster game in Week 16 yesterday, I may be reading too much into it, but I may stay away from drafting Latavius next year, particularly if DeAndre's involvement continues in the playoff games. Edited December 25, 2016 by medalofhonor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooklynkid23 Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 I caught this game in the 2nd quarter and it was very frustrating to watch because i am Murray owner. Oakland start going away from Murray and started using Richards and Washington. Then Washington had to 2 20+ TD rushes. Even though they were playing it's hard to deny how good he looked. I also agree with you I'm staying totally away from Murray next year, isn't he a free agent next year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMD Posted December 25, 2016 Share Posted December 25, 2016 As a Murray owner who had him starting, was not a fan of that move. Washington ran well but so did Jalen Richard (6-66). It was a case where they were keying on Murray when he was in there and then wasn't as concerned about either of the other two backs. I would not read too much in to other than I will never again draft Murray who was great, oddly fell out of favor, then was great again and the workhorse and then when I needed him most he only had 51 yards while the other two combined for three touchdowns. The way of the NFL backfields these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flemingd Posted December 26, 2016 Share Posted December 26, 2016 DeAndre Washington had 12 carries for 99 yards (!) and 2 TDs yesterday. Agreed it came against the Colts but this could be something to note for those who have plans of drafting Latavius Murray next season, or for those who have their championship games in Week 17. I missed the game yesterday, did a major chunk of those 99 yards come on a big run or something ? Latavius has done so well all season and in the last few weeks, it looked like he had taken over the workhorse role. But it seems the Raiders are intent on not making Latavius an every down back. DeAndre was a healthy scratch 2 weeks ago, but came back out of nowhere in Week 15 and had a monster game in Week 16 yesterday, I may be reading too much into it, but I may stay away from drafting Latavius next year, particularly if DeAndre's involvement continues in the playoff games. Murray is a UFA next year and may not even be back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevegrab Posted December 27, 2016 Share Posted December 27, 2016 So much for a decent RB keeper on my team, maybe I have to consider Crowell or Coleman. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medalofhonor Posted December 27, 2016 Author Share Posted December 27, 2016 I might be crazy but I have a feeling Latavius Murray could be playing for the Vikings next year. He may be a FA and the Vikings will look to sign him. AP's workload will gradually reduce and Murray would be a good candidate for a long term workhorse that they are looking for. Because clearly McKinnon may not be the answer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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