ST. STEVEN 4,440 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 41 minutes ago, JE7HorseGod said: 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. It is more of a comparison of MGIII post college, after he developed a bone on bone knee issue (that required a micro-fracture surgery) and how he was awfully underwhelming as a rookie...and didn't really rebound until recently. I think he left a lot of yards on the field as a pro, yards that Kelley can possibly capitalize on...but it is def a guessing game. Still the role has value in this offense imo. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dirtywater97 1,080 Posted September 13, 2020 Author Share Posted September 13, 2020 (edited) I mean if you can get pretty close to a Melvin Gordon type timeshare with ANY more efficiency than 3.8/3.9ypc that Melvin averaged we are going to have a pretty productive player. The biggest thing is seeing what type of split they run week 1. If they slot him in that Melvin role people will be running to the wire to get him. He's a stash we are hoping pays off. I think most of us are in agreement Ekeler can't be a bell cow. So it's more of an argument of what the distribution between him and Justin Jackson is. FWIW Jackson is listed as RB2 on the depth chart. But this also a world where Dobbins is 4th on his RB depth chart and no one is taking that at face value. After the starters backup positions don't really paint a clear picture. Bottom line is one of these backs is going to be productive imo. Edited September 13, 2020 by Dirtywater97 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JE7HorseGod 2,707 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 8 hours ago, ST. STEVEN said: It is more of a comparison of MGIII post college, after he developed a bone on bone knee issue (that required a micro-fracture surgery) and how he was awfully underwhelming as a rookie...and didn't really rebound until recently. I think he left a lot of yards on the field as a pro, yards that Kelley can possibly capitalize on...but it is def a guessing game. Still the role has value in this offense imo. Sure, I understand. But for better or worse you can't really make that comparison, because Kelley doesn't have a post college career just yet. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kencav 144 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 On 9/7/2020 at 6:33 PM, gbill2004 said: Yes, really Not really!!!😁 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,497 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 3 minutes ago, kencav said: Not really!!!😁 Jackson got injured bozo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pastorofmuppets2 10,640 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 2 minutes ago, gbill2004 said: Jackson got injured bozo. 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kencav 144 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 14 minutes ago, gbill2004 said: Jackson got injured bozo. what else is new a**hat? 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dlionsfan901 567 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 So happy I grabbed this guy yesterday. Justin Jackson is hurt! Imagine the volume if Ekler gets hurt. We don’t even really need that though but the possibilities are endless here Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ponchsox 1,800 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 Meh, he’s still a flex at best unless Ekeler gets hurt Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DezDynastyBryant 330 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 4 minutes ago, ponchsox said: Meh, he’s still a flex at best unless Ekeler gets hurt found the ekeler owner 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gbill2004 1,497 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 1 minute ago, DezDynastyBryant said: found the ekeler owner Do you think Kelley is an RB1 now? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lolcopter 7,890 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 10 minutes ago, ponchsox said: Meh, he’s still a flex at best unless Ekeler gets hurt probably true, but Jackson should be owned in exactly 0% of leagues moving forward Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SkittleMania 98 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 11 minutes ago, gbill2004 said: Do you think Kelley is an RB1 now? Do you think Ekeler is? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SkittleMania 98 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 17 minutes ago, ponchsox said: Meh, he’s still a flex at best unless Ekeler gets hurt Considering how Ekeler played, it's not like he's that much better. RB2 at best. He's not getting that many rushes again, and unless Tyrod starts throwing him the ball, his worth is deflated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ukdesi 68 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 Kelley is going to be TD dependent though. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ST. STEVEN 4,440 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 Great first game. Brings something that this offense doesn't have, and that the coach wants. Big arrow ^! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ponchsox 1,800 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 22 minutes ago, gbill2004 said: Do you think Kelley is an RB1 now? lol 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ponchsox 1,800 Posted September 13, 2020 Share Posted September 13, 2020 24 minutes ago, DezDynastyBryant said: found the ekeler owner I don’t own Ekeler. I’m just saying don’t get too excited with Kelley. He’s a good RB3 or 4 with huge upside potential. Right now, he’s TD dependent and won’t score every game. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Spina 730 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 On 9/12/2020 at 2:44 PM, 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. Should of had two TDs - the receptions will come as we move along Week 1: Joshua Kelly: 16pt (Free) Austin Ekeler: 12.80 (1st/2nd Round) *my league Hopefully you added yesterday. 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wuchild97 24 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 "Anthony Lynn said he doesn't think the #Chargers would have won today if they didn't have Joshua Kelley, who rushed for 60 yards and a TD on 12 carries." - wont overreact but 12/60 and 1 TD. Obvious goal line carries. Jackson with a quad injury coming off injuries during camp. Path now clear for "Melvin" role. Not bad for someone who should be on our bench/Flex play/desperate play. Got him for $0 on waivers last wk. Prob wont be league winner...but most certainly not droppable and will be useful going forward. Eckler owners...ur fine. Hes not going anywhere, but its funny how people assume all those Rivers checkdowns were going to transfer over to Tyrod. Hines now getting fed...its not a coincidence 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
noles1983 1,638 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 (edited) Hes on the waiver wire, thinking about dropping Bell's lame azz for him. All Bell does it take up a roster spot while doing nothing or getting hurt. Edited September 14, 2020 by noles1983 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
wuchild97 24 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 3 minutes ago, noles1983 said: Hes on the waiver wire, thinking about dropping Bell's lame azz for him. All Bell does it take up a roster spot while doing nothing or getting hurt. I wouldnt blame you. Dolphins fan here so Im familiar with Gase's work. I stayed away from anything Gase is near for fantasy. He literally has no clue what hes doing. Bell's stock is at a low. Might as well keep him. I think Gase gets fired soon. Not sure he makes it to week 8 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PlayTheWaivers 1,886 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 12 minutes ago, Spina said: Should of had two TDs - the receptions will come as we move along Week 1: Joshua Kelly: 16pt (Free) Austin Ekeler: 12.80 (1st/2nd Round) *my league Hopefully you added yesterday. I do like him, but again I don't think I can get carried away with this offense. He does look like a solid player however. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RunCMC 2,540 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 Glad I drafted him with my last pick. Just one of those gut feelings. I never had trust in Ekeler being the guy, just ain’t built for it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
USWAY 366 Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 (edited) We'll see how it plays out. Getting nightmares of 2014 Jeremy Hill coming in and stealing my 3rd round pick Gio Benard's starting spot just because he fit what he wanted to do, not because he was better. Edited September 14, 2020 by USWAY 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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