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(Message started by: tubuku on Sep 4^th, 2003, 4:57pm)

Title: What player should I start?
Post by tubuku on Sep 4^th, 2003, 4:57pm

A little background about the league. 14 person, 1 player keeper league. 6pts for every touchdown, 1 pt for every yard receiving or rushing.

I am starting the following:
QB - Matt Hasselbeck
RB - Travis Henry
RB - William Green
WR - Hines Ward
WR - Isaac Bruce
K - David Akers
Def & Sp. teams - Carolina

I need one more starter and it can be a rb, wr, or te. The players I have left are Robert Ferguson, Tai Streets, Bobby Shaw WR's, and TJ Duckett RB. Who should I start?

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by StegRock on Sep 4^th, 2003, 5:18pm

First off, WELCOME to "the Gridiron", tubuku! [smiley=bow.gif] (Make sure to check your private messages!)

As for your sitch, I would go with Tai Streets.

Robert Ferguson - [smiley=whatever.gif]
T. J. Duckett - [smiley=sick.gif]
Bobby Shaw - :P

That's my take at least! Good luck! [smiley=shamrock.gif]

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by junkyardjake on Sep 4^th, 2003, 7:03pm

I agree, Streets (especially vs. Chicago) is the safe call, but Ferguson has more upside. The problem with Ferguson is that he needs to show he can play consistently, but he is the new #2 in Green Bay.

JYJ :^)

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by BarnabyWilde on Sep 4^th, 2003, 7:35pm

I would start Streets, but barely over Ferguson. I really like Fergie to produce this year,and the VIkes seconday isn't their strong point on defense. Kepp an eye on his production in the first few weeks.

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Noey21 on Sep 4^th, 2003, 7:54pm

I agree that Streets is probably the SAFE bet.

But it is opening day and favre wants to quiet the critics so he will pass often. Take a chance he is your extra use Ferguson. [smiley=hellyeafunny.gif]

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Razzak on Sep 4^th, 2003, 8:38pm

I'd go with Ferguson. After watching Favre for many years, I'd never discount his #2.

If you like to break it down as to importance to the team, Streets is probably the #4.5 option on the team behind Owens, Barlow, hearst, and Garcia running. For the Packers, Ferguson is probably the #3 or #4 behind Green, Driver, and maybe the TE of the moment.

I think they're close and I'd lean towards Ferguson, but Streets isn't bad either. He should be good for 60 yards.

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Callie on Sep 6^th, 2003, 5:22pm

Duckett's in an RBBC (committee position). And by the way, the Falcons have the toughest schedule against the run this year. Maybe he'll get the ball, maybe he won't. Shaw is number three behind Moulds and Reed & not much value short of big changes. If it were my team, I'd drop him and pick up a good sleeper to play around with in that slot. Maybe Thomas Jones if he's available, or someone else who may show up after injuries. Streets plays Chicago, but he has a groin injury. He is playing, but he's certainly not the go-to guy. The Bears have weak corners and not much of a pass rush. They are talking about the vertical game in SF this year, and Owens may be covered. They could even sit Owens if the game looks like it's in the bag. Why risk Owens for no reason.
Ferguson is playing a not-so-hot Minnesota D with banged up corners. If Driver is covered, Ferguson gets more.
If I were you, I'd play Ferguson.
It's your call. Ferguson or Streets.

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Callie on Sep 6^th, 2003, 6:13pm

Walls' hammy problem looks like he has problems tomorrow. More reason to go with Ferguson.

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Callie on Sep 6^th, 2003, 6:35pm

Also, Darren Sharper (S) is gametime decision. If he's not up to it, that helps Moss. GB has to play for points. More reason to go with Ferguson.

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Philly on Sep 7^th, 2003, 9:44am

Ferguson...

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by StegRock on Sep 7^th, 2003, 5:37pm

The price of not listening to the Rock can be steep! [smiley=zenmaster.gif] ;)

Title: Re: What player should I start?
Post by Callie on Sep 7^th, 2003, 5:38pm

I have Harrison and Owens across the board this week. Week One can be like that. Sorry to tubuku, I'd have done it.