Need your draft help fellow ravens faithfull Who should I start week one and other fantasy advice...

[Purple&BlackHeart]

First time ever doing a draft ( although I've paid attention to how in works these last couple of years)

 

Long story short I had a nice lil draft strategies but missed a few picks and the computer drafted for me.

 

My main question is who should I start week one at QB Joe Cool(@ Denver) or Teddy Bridgewater(@ San Francisco)? Yes I know Joe plays for us but I want your unbiased homer opinion.

 

Also if you have any other tips and advice that would be cool too. My friend made this league a little different but below is how I have everything set up.

 

QB: Joe Flacco

RB: Justin Forsett

RB: Andre Ellington

WR: Bradin Cooks

WR: Amari Cooper

TE:  Jimmy Graham

Q/R/W/T: Steve Smith Senior

Bench:Vincent Jackson(picked for me),Le'veon Bell(picked for me, not too mad at this one thought), Teddy Bridgewater

K: Dan Carpenter (picked for me switching to our boy Justin Tucker)

DEF: Houston Texans

DL: Jason Pierre Paul(picked for me but Im switching to Calais Cambell)

 

Thanks in advance Ravens nation.

 

 

[ravensdan]

First time ever doing a draft ( although I've paid attention to how in works these last couple of years)

Long story short I had a nice lil draft strategies but missed a few picks and the computer drafted for me.

My main question is who should I start week one at QB Joe Cool(@ Denver) or Teddy Bridgewater(@ San Francisco)? Yes I know Joe plays for us but I want your unbiased homer opinion.

Also if you have any other tips and advice that would be cool too. My friend made this league a little different but below is how I have everything set up.

QB: Joe Flacco

RB: Justin Forsett

RB: Andre Ellington

WR: Bradin Cooks

WR: Amari Cooper

TE: Jimmy Graham

Q/R/W/T: Steve Smith Senior

Bench:Vincent Jackson(picked for me),Le'veon Bell(picked for me, not too mad at this one thought), Teddy Bridgewater

K: Dan Carpenter (picked for me switching to our boy Justin Tucker)

DEF: Houston Texans

DL: Jason Pierre Paul(picked for me but Im switching to Calais Cambell)

Thanks in advance Ravens nation.

Is that a QB/RB/wr/TE flex? If so you probably want teddy there. What's the scoring?

[Purple&BlackHeart]

Is that a QB/RB/wr/TE flex? If so you probably want teddy there. What's the scoring?

 

 

 

Teddy over Steve Smith or should I swap out Cooper or Cooks? Heres what the point system looks like, btw thanks for the help.

 

    Offense

           Pass YD: 1 point per 25 yds

           Pass TD: 4 points

                   INT: -2

   REC/RushYD: 1 point per 10 yds

   REC/RushTD: 6 points

FUMB REC TD: 6 points

    FUMB LOST: -2

     2 PT CONV: 2 points

 

 

              Kicking

PAT Made:         1point

FG made 0-19:   3points

FG made 20-29: 3 points

FG made 30-39: 3points

FG Made 40-49: 3 points

FG made 50+ :    5 points

 

 

            Defense/ special

Sacks:                1 point

INT:                    2points

FUMB REC:       2 points

Safeties:            2 points

TD:                     6 points

Kick/Punt RET: 6 points

Points Allow 0:        10 points

Points Allow 1-6:      7 points

Points Allow 7-13:    4 points

Points Allow 14-20:  1 points

Points Allow 21-27:  0 points

Points Allow 28-34: -1 points

Points Allow: 35+:   -4 points

[ravensdan]

Teddy over Steve Smith or should I swap out Cooper or Cooks? Heres what the point system looks like, btw thanks for the help.

Offense

Pass YD: 1 point per 25 yds

Pass TD: 4 points

INT: -2

REC/RushYD: 1 point per 10 yds

REC/RushTD: 6 points

FUMB REC TD: 6 points

FUMB LOST: -2

2 PT CONV: 2 points

Kicking

PAT Made: 1point

FG made 0-19: 3points

FG made 20-29: 3 points

FG made 30-39: 3points

FG Made 40-49: 3 points

FG made 50+ : 5 points

Defense/ special

Sacks: 1 point

INT: 2points

FUMB REC: 2 points

Safeties: 2 points

TD: 6 points

Kick/Punt RET: 6 points

Points Allow 0: 10 points

Points Allow 1-6: 7 points

Points Allow 7-13: 4 points

Points Allow 14-20: 1 points

Points Allow 21-27: 0 points

Points Allow 28-34: -1 points

Points Allow: 35+: -4 points

I would definitely start teddy in the flex spot. Too bad your not ppr. That's a stud ppr Wr group. Cooks for sure but I'm very high on him. And I'd go Cooper over smith week one.

[Purple&BlackHeart]

That actually sounds like a smart bet, but something tells me that Smith is going to ball hard over aqib talib plus I see either him or Crocket Gilmore getting the most targets. Cooper intrigues me but I worry game one he and Carr may have a little game one rust. Cooks is definitely in though.

 

 

Was also thinking about doing something crazy like getting rid of Vincent Jackson and picking up a bold wild card pick............

Tyrod Taylor! lol I dunno but something tells me he is going to have some games where he just lights it up this year! Plus I was looking at Jackson fantasy numbers over the years and they declined later year was his worst ever and Mike Evans will probably get more targets.

[-Truth-]

I would definitely start teddy in the flex spot. Too bad your not ppr. That's a stud ppr Wr group. Cooks for sure but I'm very high on him. And I'd go Cooper over smith week one.

 

Can't disagree there. Denver's defense will be a handful, especially in their house. I'd like to see Steve Smith Sr. matched up on Aqib Talib, who's struggled with pressing the quicker WRs, but either way, it's not the best of match ups.

Edited September 10, 2015 by -Truth-

[-Truth-]

By the way, assuming that this is also a general advice and opinion thread, I've just offered a trade of Tony Romo and Shane Vereen for Drew Brees and it was accepted. I'm in a 10 member league with .5 PPR and an extra flex spot (R/W/T). My roster goes as follows:

 

QBs: Tony Romo, Philip Rivers

RBs: Eddy Lacy, Alfred Morris, Carlos Hyde, Shane Vereen

WRs: Odell Beckham Jr., Demaryius Thomas, Steve Smith Sr., Keenan Allen, Stevie Johnson, Terrance Williams

TEs: Travis Kelce, Tyler Eifert

K: Justin Tucker

D/ST: Ravens

 

With regards to the trade, yay or nay?

Edited September 10, 2015 by -Truth-

[PuRock]

By the way, assuming that this is also a general advice and opinion thread, I've just offered a trade of Tony Romo and Shane Vereen for Drew Brees and it was accepted. I'm in a 10 member league with .5 PPR and an extra flex spot (R/W/T). My roster goes as follows:

 

QBs: Tony Romo, Philip Rivers

RBs: Eddy Lacy, Alfred Morris, Carlos Hyde, Shane Vereen

WRs: Odell Beckham Jr., Demaryius Thomas, Steve Smith Sr., Keenan Allen, Stevie Johnson, Terrance Williams

TEs: Travis Kelce, Tyler Eifert

K: Justin Tucker

D/ST: Ravens

 

With regards to the trade, yay or nay?

 

A little confused, are you getting Shane Vereen?  If so, its a good deal.  Not too much of a drop off from Brees to Romo plus you are picking up a RB that can serve as RB2/3 in a ppr.  It's not like you have many RBs to begin with.  

 

If you are giving up Romo & Vereen.  See above, but opposite.  That would leave you with only 3 RBs, two of which are strictly early down thumpers in a .5 ppr.     

[-Truth-]

A little confused, are you getting Shane Vereen?  If so, its a good deal.  Not too much of a drop off from Brees to Romo plus you are picking up a RB that can serve as RB2/3 in a ppr.  It's not like you have many RBs to begin with.  

 

If you are giving up Romo & Vereen.  See above, but opposite.  That would leave you with only 3 RBs, two of which are strictly early down thumpers in a .5 ppr.     

 

Sorry. Figured it would be more-or-less plied, but I'm giving up Romo and Vereen. I do have a trade in the works for an RB who'll see a ton of 3rd down work. Perhaps I did give up a bit much. I may have the trade reversed. Thanks for the insight.

Edited September 10, 2015 by -Truth-

[Purple&BlackHeart]

By the way, assuming that this is also a general advice and opinion thread, I've just offered a trade of Tony Romo and Shane Vereen for Drew Brees and it was accepted. I'm in a 10 member league with .5 PPR and an extra flex spot (R/W/T). My roster goes as follows:

 

QBs: Tony Romo, Philip Rivers

RBs: Eddy Lacy, Alfred Morris, Carlos Hyde, Shane Vereen

WRs: Odell Beckham Jr., Demaryius Thomas, Steve Smith Sr., Keenan Allen, Stevie Johnson, Terrance Williams

TEs: Travis Kelce, Tyler Eifert

K: Justin Tucker

D/ST: Ravens

 

With regards to the trade, yay or nay?

I'd take Drew over Romo just because I honestly foresee Romo making more mistakes. The cowboys running game on paper doesn't scare anyone so sure Romo will throw more but I see more forced throws and trying to throw to a double covered Dez. I think Romo plays better with a great running support cast. Remember last year they really started grinding with Murray more than they ever had before and Romo's name was mentioned for MVP canditate. Plus Drew has a slightly easier schedule. Also you seem to have a plethora of running backs. 

[BmoreBird22]

By the way, assuming that this is also a general advice and opinion thread, I've just offered a trade of Tony Romo and Shane Vereen for Drew Brees and it was accepted. I'm in a 10 member league with .5 PPR and an extra flex spot (R/W/T). My roster goes as follows:

 

QBs: Tony Romo, Philip Rivers

RBs: Eddy Lacy, Alfred Morris, Carlos Hyde, Shane Vereen

WRs: Odell Beckham Jr., Demaryius Thomas, Steve Smith Sr., Keenan Allen, Stevie Johnson, Terrance Williams

TEs: Travis Kelce, Tyler Eifert

K: Justin Tucker

D/ST: Ravens

 

With regards to the trade, yay or nay?

Did you draft with six year olds? 

[-Truth-]

I'd take Drew over Romo just because I honestly foresee Romo making more mistakes. The cowboys running game on paper doesn't scare anyone so sure Romo will throw more but I see more forced throws and trying to throw to a double covered Dez. I think Romo plays better with a great running support cast. Remember last year they really started grinding with Murray more than they ever had before and Romo's name was mentioned for MVP canditate. Plus Drew has a slightly easier schedule. Also you seem to have a plethora of running backs. 

 

That's my thinking as well. Brees lot a big time target in Jimmy Graham, but he'll also have Brandin Cooks for an entire season. It may not be an even trade off, but I'm sure it'll help to have a YAC machine for the presumed full 16. I wish that I could mention CJ Spiller without a giant asterisks, but considering the fact that he's already been ruled out for this first week, it's hard to mentioned him as a significant plus even with his limited role in mind. That being said, one of the most underrated aspects of their offense is the addition of Max Unger. Jonathan Goodwin was one of the worst pass blockers in football; Goodwin and Jahri Evans combined for arguably the worst C and RG combination as far as protection goes. I still recall watching Gerald McCoy toss them around in the beginning of the season. I also agree with you with regards to Romo. The consistent threat of the run played no small part in Romo's outstanding campaign. On paper, it seems like a positive that Romo may see an increase in attempts, but I am also weary of whether he'll have to shoulder the load more. Thank you and I think so as well. I am gambling on Vereen at this point, and it could be costly considering that he might have a larger role if Rashad Jennings goes down again. That being said, there are quite a few mouths to keep happy in New York, so his floor and ceiling at this point are difficult to predict. Very much appreciate your opinion.

Edited September 10, 2015 by -Truth-

[-Truth-]

Did you draft with six year olds? 

 

+35

[BmoreBird22]

+35

Like, I've seen some pretty good teams, but that has several players valued at rounds one through three. 

[PuRock]

I'd take Drew over Romo just because I honestly foresee Romo making more mistakes. The cowboys running game on paper doesn't scare anyone so sure Romo will throw more but I see more forced throws and trying to throw to a double covered Dez. I think Romo plays better with a great running support cast. Remember last year they really started grinding with Murray more than they ever had before and Romo's name was mentioned for MVP canditate. Plus Drew has a slightly easier schedule. Also you seem to have a plethora of running backs. 

 

You say Plethora of running backs.  But lets say he makes this trade and by chance Eddie Lacy misses some games due to injury, he is left with JUST Morris & Hyde in a ppr league.  Neither of those guys bring value in the passing game and Morris could be losing work to Matt Jones.  

 

I'd rather have the insurance at RB, then a slight upgrade at QB.  Romo will have to throw more this year and if he can keep the same efficiency as last year he could be just as good of an option as Brees.  

[ravensdan]

You say Plethora of running backs. But lets say he makes this trade and by chance Eddie Lacy misses some games due to injury, he is left with JUST Morris & Hyde in a ppr league. Neither of those guys bring value in the passing game and Morris could be losing work to Matt Jones.

I'd rather have the insurance at RB, then a slight upgrade at QB. Romo will have to throw more this year and if he can keep the same efficiency as last year he could be just as good of an option as Brees.

I agree with this opinion. I would keep romo and Vereen. Giants are going to be behind all the time and Vereen will stay on the field and catch a lot of balls. I don't think Dallas is going to go away from last years formula. And their defense should be markedly better so they should be ahead in games even more so.

[-Truth-]

You say Plethora of running backs.  But lets say he makes this trade and by chance Eddie Lacy misses some games due to injury, he is left with JUST Morris & Hyde in a ppr league.  Neither of those guys bring value in the passing game and Morris could be losing work to Matt Jones.  

 

I'd rather have the insurance at RB, then a slight upgrade at QB.  Romo will have to throw more this year and if he can keep the same efficiency as last year he could be just as good of an option as Brees.  

 

The first point is definitely a fair one, especially given Lacy's past medical concerns. I'll be picking up Darren Sproles from the waiver wire to fill the void if that helps the assessment. Not the best option considering that he's behind both DeMarco Murray and Ryan Mathews, but he should see the majority of third down looks. Agreed on Morris potentially losing touches. He wasn't my favorite option but he ended up falling into the end of the 4th round and he was difficult to pass up. I've been a fan of Romo for quite some time, but I do wonder if he'll be able to retain the same efficiency. Their OL is easily one of the best, but their RB corps took a serious step back so the increase in volume may not yield the best results. Also not sure exactly how much I can trust Vereen with the amount of targets around him. He does have an appealing ceiling, so I might go back on the trade.

[-Truth-]

Like, I've seen some pretty good teams, but that has several players valued at rounds one through three. 

 

I agree there. I figured that either Beckham Jr. or Thomas would be selected in the 2nd. I'm happy to hear that you approve.

[BmoreBird22]

I agree there. I figured that either Beckham Jr. or Thomas would be selected in the 2nd. I'm happy to hear that you approve.

I don't know if you're in PPR or not, but Thomas has been going in the first in all my leagues

[-Truth-]

I don't know if you're in PPR or not, but Thomas has been going in the first in all my leagues

 

It's a .5 PPR? Really? I figured that Brown would be selected first given his track record. Granted that Thomas is in a solid situation himself considering the loss of Julius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders struggling to stay healthy. How have your league drafts gone thus far?

Edited September 11, 2015 by -Truth-

[BmoreBird22]

It's a .5 PPR? Really? I figured that Brown would be selected first given his track record. Granted that Thomas is in a solid situation himself considering the loss of Julius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders struggling to stay healthy. How have your league drafts gone thus far?

I had one league where Julio, Thomas, and Brown all went first. Brown is always going off the board first, but I'm seeing two receivers taken in all drafts, at least.

Teams are going fairly well. I've got three teams that I can post in here later today. I think all have a fairly good shot at winning. NFL.com loved one of my teams and then I added Ingram for Brandon Marshall, so that team, on paper, looks like it has potential

[PuRock]

I had one league where Julio, Thomas, and Brown all went first. Brown is always going off the board first, but I'm seeing two receivers taken in all drafts, at least.

Teams are going fairly well. I've got three teams that I can post in here later today. I think all have a fairly good shot at winning. NFL.com loved one of my teams and then I added Ingram for Brandon Marshall, so that team, on paper, looks like it has potential

In 12 ppr leagues, I had all those guys plus Gronk and Dez ranked as 1st round picks. It's usually taking one of those top guys at the position or drafting CJ Anderson near the back of the 1st.

The middling running backs in round 3 and 4 were intriguing enough this year.

[BmoreBird22]

In 12 ppr leagues, I had all those guys plus Gronk and Dez ranked as 1st round picks. It's usually taking one of those top guys at the position or drafting CJ Anderson near the back of the 1st.

The middling running backs in round 3 and 4 were intriguing enough this year.

I've been able to land one of Hyde, Miller, and Ingram in the third, so I've been able to snag that elite RB, elite WR, and potential RB1 all in a row. It's been pretty nice. 

[Clmraven]

Not sure if this is really the place to ask but it's the only thread that has anything to do with who to start, I'm a little conflicted on my flex this week I have AJ green and Amari Cooper locked in as starters and its between Allen Robinson and Devante Adams for my flex it's a 1 point per reception league, my thought is GB is obviously more efficient offense but Adams is still just a number 2 while the jags have injuries to Lee and J Thomas that could result in Robinson being force fed the ball. Thoughts?

[Moderator 3]

Not sure if this is really the place to ask but it's the only thread that has anything to do with who to start, I'm a little conflicted on my flex this week I have AJ green and Amari Cooper locked in as starters and its between Allen Robinson and Devante Adams for my flex it's a 1 point per reception league, my thought is GB is obviously more efficient offense but Adams is still just a number 2 while the jags have injuries to Lee and J Thomas that could result in Robinson being force fed the ball. Thoughts?

Can't help you with an answer to your question, but I am surprised there's no "Who to start, who to sit" thread yet. You could start one. This is the Fantasy forum. That's what it's for.

[Clmraven]

Can't help you with an answer to your question, but I am surprised there's no "Who to start, who to sit" thread yet. You could start one. This is the Fantasy forum. That's what it's for.

Will do.

[ravensdan]

Not sure if this is really the place to ask but it's the only thread that has anything to do with who to start, I'm a little conflicted on my flex this week I have AJ green and Amari Cooper locked in as starters and its between Allen Robinson and Devante Adams for my flex it's a 1 point per reception league, my thought is GB is obviously more efficient offense but Adams is still just a number 2 while the jags have injuries to Lee and J Thomas that could result in Robinson being force fed the ball. Thoughts?

That's a good problem to have. But I think I'd go robinson with the sure targets.

[-Truth-]

Here's another trade question. Two actually. I've got Tyler Eifert sitting behind Travis Kelce. I actually could start him since my league has two R/W/T slots, but that would mean sitting either Carlos Hyde, Alred Morris or Keenan Allen, since Eddy Lacy, Odell Beckham Jr. and Demaryius Thomas will be my mainstays at RB1 and WR1&2. That a tough scenario to fathom. I've been attempting to move Morris but haven't found any interest despite his week 1 performance. That being said, do you sell high on Eifert while he's hot or do you keep him around as a reserve? Jordan Reed, Ladarius Green and Austin Seferian-Jenkins are available on the waiver wire.

Also, I have an offer for Lacy that includes C.J. Anderson, Rashad Jennings and Martavis Bryant, all on his side. Yay or nay?

Edited September 15, 2015 by -Truth-

[GhostofGrbac]

Here's another trade question. Two actually. I've got Tyler Eifert sitting behind Travis Kelce. I actually could start him since my league has two R/W/T slots, but that would mean sitting either Carlos Hyde, Alred Morris or Keenan Allen, since Eddy Lacy, Odell Beckham Jr. and Demaryius Thomas will be my mainstays at RB1 and WR1&2. That a tough scenario to fathom. I've been attempting to move Morris but haven't found any interest despite his week 1 performance. That being said, do you sell high on Eifert while he's hot or do you keep him around as a reserve? Jordan Reed, Ladarius Green and Austin Seferian-Jenkins are available on the waiver wire.

Also, I have an offer for Lacy that includes C.J. Anderson, Rashad Jennings and Martavis Bryant, all on his side. Yay or nay?

 

I'd see what offers you could get for Eifert. 

 

I'd probably accept that trade. I looked up the values of the players involved on PFF fantasy. 

 

#3 RB Lacy

 

for

 

#5 RB Anderson

#35 RB Jennings

#42 WR Bryant

 

The projected points for the season are:

 

Lacy 251

 

Anderson 242

Jennings 160

Bryant 136

[-Truth-]

I'd see what offers you could get for Eifert. 

 

I'd probably accept that trade. I looked up the values of the players involved on PFF fantasy. 

 

#3 RB Lacy

 

for

 

#5 RB Anderson

#35 RB Jennings

#42 WR Bryant

 

The projected points for the season are:

 

Lacy 251

 

Anderson 242

Jennings 160

Bryant 136

I'll probably do just that with regards to Eifert. Thank you for giving me the PFF values. I don't have a subscription to their fantasy service. I'm strongly considering it and the offer is enticing. This would be the proper time to buy low on Anderson.