wuchild97 24 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 "Anthony Lynn said #Chargers RB Justin Jackson was back running around today and will be "fine" for this week." Thoughts ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,479 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 20 minutes ago, wuchild97 said: "Anthony Lynn said #Chargers RB Justin Jackson was back running around today and will be "fine" for this week." Thoughts ? Kills lots of Kelley's value. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tenner 1,052 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Does Jackson play special teams? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jwook 189 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 1 hour ago, wuchild97 said: "Anthony Lynn said #Chargers RB Justin Jackson was back running around today and will be "fine" for this week." Thoughts ? Never trust a hammy with a RB who has already stayed banged up in his NFL career. It is interesting it is now listed a hammy when it was foot related last week. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ukdesi 68 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Kelley is a longer term play. The hope is that he emerges as 1b to ekelers 1a. Not worried about whether Jackson is back or no this weekend. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wuchild97 24 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 So what im reading is that Jackson would be Eckler's backup while Kelley would play the Melvin role. So are we all holding ?!?! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tenner 1,052 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 7 minutes ago, wuchild97 said: So what im reading is that Jackson would be Eckler's backup while Kelley would play the Melvin role. So are we all holding ?!?! I’m going to hold through week 1. There are enough people talking about him that it’s worth a hold. I originally laughed at Kelley but now I’m on board. Short leash though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ponchsox 1,800 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 1 hour ago, gbill2004 said: Kills lots of Kelley's value. Not really. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jwook 189 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 11 minutes ago, wuchild97 said: So what im reading is that Jackson would be Eckler's backup while Kelley would play the Melvin role. So are we all holding ?!?! Realistically, I think maybe 70%-80% of Melvin's production with Ekeler last year if Jackson is out of the picture. If they turn run heavy with Taylor/Herbet as everyone is saying, those percentages have a potential shot of increasing, A lot of ifs, but these are the kind of leaps before you leaguemates wise up that can win you 'ships. Worst case scenario, he becomes waiver fodder. If you are depending on him to win your league, you have bigger problems. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,479 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 4 minutes ago, ponchsox said: Not really. Yes, really Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wuchild97 24 Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Win league ? absolutely not. but keeping a league-mate from winning league, sure. I have Gurley, Connor, and Zeke. But everyone is looking for league-winning RB. I could use as trade bait for my thin WR core. Wouldnt be bad for a guy picked up this morning on waivers. Just dont want to drop too soon Quote Link to post Share on other sites
owenmills 5,326 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 On 9/7/2020 at 6:33 PM, gbill2004 said: Yes, really There is a non-zero chance Kelley still has value Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spina 730 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 This kid has earned the vacated role left by Melvin, and is now Ekeler's sidekick. Would think he'd be owned more: 11% ...that should rise following Week 1 when everyone catches on. Free Value to be had. When the Head Coach (...and former running back) gives a ringing endorsement of a young RB, everyone should probably take notice. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kencav 144 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 On 9/7/2020 at 6:33 PM, gbill2004 said: Yes, really Says the frustrated JJ owner. you don’t spend draft capitol on an RB if you don’t plan to use him. sorry to burst your bubble guy... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST. STEVEN 4,177 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 34 minutes ago, Spina said: This kid has earned the vacated role left by Melvin, and is now Ekeler's sidekick. Would think he'd be owned more: 11% ...that should rise following Week 1 when everyone catches on. Free Value to be had. When the Head Coach (...and former running back) gives a ringing endorsement of a young RB, everyone should probably take notice. He is up to a robust 41% owned in CBS as of this morning. And I agree, it sure seems like he has vaulted into a solid role already. Given the roster, I think Ekeler sees a bunch of time out in the slot or they use both in a pony/pro-form set (motioning out Ek)...either way-- he has the draft capital, the impressive camp and a team/coach that really wants to run the rock. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,479 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 26 minutes ago, kencav said: Says the frustrated JJ owner. you don’t spend draft capitol on an RB if you don’t plan to use him. sorry to burst your bubble guy... I don't own JJ guy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NInsko 220 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 might waiver him if he's available after week 1. Would you guys rather roster him or Snell? This was the debate i had with myself in the extra covid round of my draft and i think i made the wrong choice. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dlionsfan901 567 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 I want to add him so bad. I have him in dynasty and I keep going back and forth on if I should add him in a redraft league... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kencav 144 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 1 hour ago, gbill2004 said: I don't own JJ guy just on the Kelley forum because your bored then I guess. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oresteszero 1,553 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 I would hold more than a week. If he’s not amounting to much by Week 4 id drop him then. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wuchild97 24 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 is "the Melvin Gordon" role even worth the stash ? Im holding. just not sure for how long. If you told me he was going to take over the backfield entirely, maybe Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RunCMC 2,474 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 1 hour ago, NInsko said: might waiver him if he's available after week 1. Would you guys rather roster him or Snell? This was the debate i had with myself in the extra covid round of my draft and i think i made the wrong choice. Joshua definitely, just keep Snell on your watch list. Unless you got Conner and would like the security (he aint the most durable back either) It's what Im doing currently. Plus will Ekeler hold up the whole season as the lead dog. Only time will tell Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,479 Posted September 12, 2020 Share Posted September 12, 2020 2 hours ago, kencav said: just on the Kelley forum because your bored then I guess. Didn't realize this thread was exclusive 🙄 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST. STEVEN 4,177 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 5 hours ago, wuchild97 said: is "the Melvin Gordon" role even worth the stash ? Im holding. just not sure for how long. If you told me he was going to take over the backfield entirely, maybe I think yes, key thing is that while Melvin Gordon was a pretty damn good fantasy back--in general, was he really all that good of running back? It is sort of a convoluted question, and I am not a person that judges simply on YPC, but he left a bit to be desired overall (imo). He had knee issues and certainly o-line issues, but it is absolutely possible that Kelley is a really talented back and a better runner for this scheme. I am excited to see. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JE7HorseGod 2,640 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, ST. STEVEN said: I think yes, key thing is that while Melvin Gordon was a pretty damn good fantasy back--in general, was he really all that good of running back? It is sort of a convoluted question, and I am not a person that judges simply on YPC, but he left a bit to be desired overall (imo). He had knee issues and certainly o-line issues, but it is absolutely possible that Kelley is a really talented back and a better runner for this scheme. I am excited to see. I mean, if you compared MGIII at Wisconsin vs Kelley at UCLA I think you'd be hard pressed to say Kelley looked better. But perhaps you're right, he may just be a better fit. I'm not really loving that Pouncey and Bulaga are out already though, speaking of o line issues. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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