Fantasy Football Profiles And ROTB League Update
by Andrew602 on Jul 16, 2010 12:09 PM MDT
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Beanie Wells' draft stock slipped last offseason after reports indicated his durability would hinder his production in the NFL. When he injured his ankle in his first practice at training camp, it was questioned even further. Be that as it may, when the season started, Wells was ready to suit up and play. He never started at one point throughout the season, but it didn't stop him from leading the team in rushing yards and carries.
Beanie Wells
2009 Stats: 176 attempts, 793 yards, 7 touchdowns
Projected 2010 Stats: 243 attempts, 1,138 yards, 9 touchdowns
Projected Draft Round: 3rd
Entering year two, Wells is expected to continue that leading role, whether he starts or not. Kurt Warner is enjoying retirement, Matt Leinart is the starter, and the team modified the offensive line to better suit the running game. In the fantasy football world, that equates to an intriguing year for Wells. 2010 has all the makings for a multiple-touchdown, thousand-yard season.
Wells possesses a 6-1, 230-pound frame, with nimble feet, a nasty stiff-arm, and the speed of a 200-pound back. He improved as the season progressed last year. With a full offseason of tweaking and toning under his belt, we should continue to see progress out of the 21-year-old back.
Most fantasy football leagues score running backs based on yards and touchdowns. ESPN projected Wells at having a 1,138-yard, nine touchdown season - a year that would catapult Wells into the up-and-coming premiere running backs in the league. It would also be a steal for fantasy football owners, considering Wells was projected to land in the 3rd round (12-man league) from the aforementioned ESPN and NFL.com's player rankings. If that isn't enough, consider this: the Cardinals play against the 32nd (Bucs), 31st (Chiefs), 29th (Raiders), 27th twice (Rams), 22nd (Panthers), 21st (Saints), and 20th (Chargers) worst rush defenses in 2010. Also consider that Wells played much better in wins (601 yards, 6 TDs) than losses (192 yards, 1 TD), but those stats can probably go hand-in-hand with each other.
There are concerns among league owners regarding Wells, however. He likely will take a back seat to Tim Hightower throughout the year. He struggled holding onto the football last season, and the same durability issues have raised some eyebrows. ESPN had this outlook on Wells in 2010:
Let's face it, most rankings of Cardinals players post-Kurt Warner are contingent. Ken Whisenhunt says he plans on keeping his same offensive system with Matt Leinart running the show, but color us skeptical. Given how good an impersonation Beanie Wells did of a bulldozer toward the end of 2009 -- and how mediocre Leinart has looked when he's gotten chances to play -- we find it hard to believe Arizona will feature the league's second-most pass-heavy offense again in '10. In his rookie year, Wells shrugged off widespread concerns about his durability and scored six touchdowns in the season's final eight games, often using his 240-pound frame to simply crush defenders. Tim Hightower will likely remain the Cardinals' primary pass catcher out of the backfield, but we think Beanie is ready to be the touchdown maker right now. That entire Arizona offense is risky, but Wells has serious breakout potential.
If you have Beanie Wells available in the 3rd round, don't pass him up.
Now for the other part. I've finally decided who will be a part of the free CBSSports.com Fantasy Football Commissioner league and the results are after the jump...
It wasn't easy, I'll tell you that. I received a number of responses and took in factors such as how long you've been a member of the site and how often you participate. If you weren't picked, please don't take it personally. The decision was NOT easy.
ROTB Free League
- Andrew602
- Drullin'OverDaCards
- Jessesb
- hevchv
- AlaskanCard
- pthesz
- AJBirdWatcher
- Red Reign
- Cardsfan08
- Manphibian
- blank_38
- dacards
If for any reason you cannot commit to this league, please let me know as soon as possible so that someone else can fill in. If you weren't selected, I hope this doesn't stop you from starting up your own CBSSports.com Fantasy Football Commissioner League.
SBN and CBSSports.com have partnered to offer you a 50% discount on their upgraded league to offer you the best fantasy football experience possible on the net. The discount would lower the price to roughly $90, which would equal out to $7.50 per person in a 12-player league. My favorite part about the league is that it's highly customizable, it has up-to-date scoring - which I need - it has a live chat, and there is a 14-day free trial to give it a test run before you pay. The season is coming up soon, don't be last to sign up.
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how do i log in
The Devil Birds just got cha
by DaCards on Jul 16, 2010 1:17 PM MDT via mobile reply actions
Good point DaCards
I forgot to say, for those that are in the free league, I will email you an invite. Do not do anything until you receive that. Ill try to send it today
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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Thanks for invite
Bunch of familiar names in the league, Andrew, really looking forward to it!
Ready for the season to start!
"The true test of a person's intellligence is how much they agree with you."
Just an FYI, I'm going to send the invites probably today
And I’ll need to hear from everyone in the next couple of days. Part of being in the league is staying on top of things.
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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Im sending the invites right now and I using the emails under your SBN account
If you use a different email then let me know. You can email me at revengeofthebirds@gmail.com if you dont want anyone to know.
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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can you change the team name?
i have no idea how.
Haiku are simple,
But they often don't make sense,
Refrigerator.
Under options – personal, there is a team name field, but it won’t let me edit that field. Is that a league setting? I see team 1 has managed to change their name to Phoenix Soldiers
That would be me
And if you can’t I should be able to do it for you. It may be locked for some reason. I haven’t had a lot of time with the system, but I will tomorrow. If you want to change the name just send me what you need at my email.
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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I'm a patient man
Take your time with it tomorrow, see if you can set it so we are able to change our own names, and if not we’ll get a thread going on the league message board since everyone will want a new name
Good luck.
"Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I assure you, it's much more serious than that." - Bill Shankly
by Jesse Reynolds on Jul 16, 2010 9:20 PM MDT up reply actions
Let's do this Johnny.
Life's too short. Be a fan. Orlando Magic, Arizona Cardinals,Tampa Bay Rays and of course "the U"! What a winning combo.
by hevchv on Jul 17, 2010 4:58 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
How the heck do I sign up?
I tried to set up a username and was told I’m not authorized.
Life's too short. Be a fan. Orlando Magic, Arizona Cardinals,Tampa Bay Rays and of course "the U"! What a winning combo.
Did you get the email invite?
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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I got an email, but it doesn't say invite anywhere on it.
It just gives you links to turn off the chats and stuff like that.
Life's too short. Be a fan. Orlando Magic, Arizona Cardinals,Tampa Bay Rays and of course "the U"! What a winning combo.
Can you email me
the league abbreviation (rotb I assume) and the league password so that I can request access that way?
Life's too short. Be a fan. Orlando Magic, Arizona Cardinals,Tampa Bay Rays and of course "the U"! What a winning combo.
I resent the invite
If that doesn’t work we’ll try something different. For anyone that did get it, can you tell hev where the link is to login?
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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Okay guys I fixed the settings so that you can set up your team names
I’m still toying with the look and settings too.
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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Andrew
I’ve never done fantasy football before and am still a little unclear on the specifics. Is there any way I’d able to be a ‘spectator’ of ROTB’s league so maybe next year I can participate?
by cardsfanforlife24 on Jul 17, 2010 12:34 PM MDT reply actions
There's really not a way to spectate the league
You may be able to be a co-owner if someone else is willing to do that with you. that way you could login to the league and look over things.
What? I didn't break it, I was just testing its durability, and then I placed it in the woods becuase it's made out of wood and I just thought he should be with his family.
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damn that sucks
sounds like the only way to learn is to play. thanks anyways
by cardsfanforlife24 on Jul 17, 2010 1:57 PM MDT up reply actions
if u want bud u can join one of my other leagues
The Devil Birds just got cha
by DaCards on Jul 17, 2010 9:57 PM MDT via mobile up reply actions
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