ArmchairRedskin Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 The Fun-house By Brandon Funston July 12, 2006 Here are six backup running backs falling outside the "starters" rounds of fantasy drafts that have high-impact potential. http://fantasysports.yahoo.com/analysis/news?slug=bf-funhouse_071206&prov=yhoo&type=lgns&league=fantasy/nfl 2. Ladell Betts, Was: Offensive Coordinator Al Saunders – you know, the guy who has been the mastermind of the Kansas City rushing attack the past few years – loves what he's already seen in Betts and is looking at ways to get Betts on the field together with Clinton Portis. Saunders has better offensive weapons to work with in Washington than he did in Kansas City, and the offensive lines are comparably elite. If Betts landed in a starting role, he has the all-around, above-average skill package to stay on the field as an every-down back. Washington was fourth in rushing attempts in '05, and Saunders won't veer from the run-heavy philosophy – his Chiefs offense had just five fewer rushing attempts than the Redskins last season. In a starting role, Betts wouldn't have quite the big-play upside of Perry, but he would be a very steady production churner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimReefa Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 Um, unless you're playing in a 20 team league with a 30 man roster, I can't imagine Betts is worth having on any fantasy team. Hell, I'd rather have Sellers than Betts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyansRangers Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I have a feeling we are going to lose betts next year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I have a feeling we are going to lose betts next year Yes we will. He should have a decent year season with Saunders aboard. We will be ahead early in games. This will allow CP to rest and Betts to get playing time along with lining up with CP on plays. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPstretch Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 i also have a feeling we will see a LOT of ladell betts on the field this year, and not because CP will be hurt, but because we will be ahead by a lot in games and because al saunders seems to love the guy. with saunders being the guru that he is, i could see a lot of sets that include CP and Ladell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terpfan Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 the offensive lines are comparably elite. Thats what I like to hear. Betts is going somewhere else next year, and I think he will be very successful as a starter for someone. I wish him the best. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeSkins Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I don't see Betts having KC-backup stats. He's a great back for this team, but I hope people don't expect him to Larry Johnson it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggio Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I don't see Betts having KC-backup stats. He's a great back for this team, but I hope people don't expect him to Larry Johnson it up. I could see Betts having Johnson stats from 2004. 581 rushing yards and 278 receiving. I think its more likely that Portis has 1400 and Betts 600. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubba9497 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 his Chiefs offense had just five fewer rushing attempts than the Redskins last season. I bet Portis and the OL love that stat as well as Joe Gibbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dks1240 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 Betts was on my fantasy team last year. I think it was the Bucs game where he dominated my fantasy league. More Betts please! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warhead36 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 Betts will continue to be a great change of pace from Portis. Can't wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smalex41 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 The Fun-house By Brandon Funston July 12, 2006 Here are six backup running backs falling outside the "starters" rounds of fantasy drafts that have high-impact potential. http://fantasysports.yahoo.com/analysis/news?slug=bf-funhouse_071206&prov=yhoo&type=lgns&league=fantasy/nfl 2. Ladell Betts, Was: Offensive Coordinator Al Saunders – you know, the guy who has been the mastermind of the Kansas City rushing attack the past few years – loves what he's already seen in Betts and is looking at ways to get Betts on the field together with Clinton Portis. Saunders has better offensive weapons to work with in Washington than he did in Kansas City, and the offensive lines are comparably elite. If Betts landed in a starting role, he has the all-around, above-average skill package to stay on the field as an every-down back. Washington was fourth in rushing attempts in '05, and Saunders won't veer from the run-heavy philosophy – his Chiefs offense had just five fewer rushing attempts than the Redskins last season. In a starting role, Betts wouldn't have quite the big-play upside of Perry, but he would be a very steady production churner. Portis has already stated that he is not in pursuit of "individual records" and that his motivation comes from a "team concept". I think that a 1 (0ne) 2 (two) punch of Portis and Betts alternating quarters of play would be very effective for the offensive "rushing" scheme, I firmly believe that there is not a "clear" separation between the two RB's. !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcarey032 Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 If god forbid clinton runs into any injuries, betts will do fine. Our O line is very good and there will be only moderate drop off compared to portis. The defenses wouldn't stack the line so he would see some favorable defensive match ups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SkinsD Posted July 12, 2006 Share Posted July 12, 2006 I really like that comparison to the Chiefs line! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smalex41 Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 i also have a feeling we will see a LOT of ladell betts on the field this year, and not because CP will be hurt, but because we will be ahead by a lot in games and because al saunders seems to love the guy. with saunders being the guru that he is, i could see a lot of sets that include CP and Ladell Um, unless you're playing in a 20 team league with a 30 man roster, I can't imagine Betts is worth having on any fantasy team.Hell, I'd rather have Sellers than Betts... I like having "both" of them !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cheers, Beers and Mountaineers Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 not to knock on betts, but this is from yahoo, where apparently regular fans had a better percentage in terms of predicting games than the yahoo "experts." if anyone read Tuesday Morning Qb on NFL.com during the season you would know what im talking about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skinzplay Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Betts and Portis as rushing threats are bad enough for opposing defenses, but their pass-catching ability (and the threat of one or both coming out of the backfield on any given play when they're in there together) will drive defensive coordinators NUTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LT Smash Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 i too find the comparison between our and KC's O-line the most satisfying thing in that article. i think KC has the best O-line in the league. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 i too find the comparison between our and KC's O-line the most satisfying thing in that article. i think KC has the best O-line in the league. Agreed, the productive KC offense is a result of their Olines work in the trenches! Quite a compliment comparing the two. I say if our starting 5 stay healthy, they are better than last years KC OL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieselPwr44 Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I have a feeling we are going to lose betts next year If we lose him I believe we'll be ok....Nemo awaits..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPstretch Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 i can see betts going to the jets to take the place of curtis martin who is kind of old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangee7 Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 I know Betts can step up and play big when needed. I'll be honest and admit though that I couldn't help but wonder if the coaching staff is trumping Betts a little to garner some interest. There are still a few teams out with some question marks in their backfield. As training camps start, more openings are sure to become available. It's always better to deal when you have something in high demand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 i can see betts going to the jets to take the place of curtis martin who is kind of old Could you imagine Ramsey taking snaps and either handing to Betts or throwing to Coles.:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussieskin Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 If CP is not looking to "OWN" the RB position, we may keep LB next season, I would consider that these two RB's could be the absolute terror just waiting to happen this season...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Major Harris Posted July 13, 2006 Share Posted July 13, 2006 Thats what I like to hear. that's what first jumped out at me......when has our o-line ever been mentioned as being in the same class as the vaunted kc o-line, outside of this site? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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