The Docket: Week 11

Footballguys Staff's The Docket: Week 11 Footballguys Staff Published 11/13/2014

Welcome to Week 11 of The Docket, a weekly column that will highlight rule and policy issues effecting players as well as offer strategy and advice on a select few players that you should be targeting or avoiding. 

ON THE STAND

This is where we look at issues that could have an impact on your season.

Adrian Peterson (RB) – I wrote in depth about Peterson’s situation last week, which you can check out here. Since then, the NFLPA filed a grievance on behalf of Peterson to have him come off the Commissioner’s Exempt List immediately. The hearing is set for Monday and then the Commissioner’s office has five days to rule on the issue. If Peterson wins the ruling, which he very well may, the Commissioner can still hand down a suspension of 6 games or more under the leagues brand new Domestic Violence Policy. One major factor is that the Viking’s organization may not want Peterson back and since the trade deadline has passed, having him sit out the rest of the year may be in their best interest. The Viking’s can then trade him in the off-season for some value instead of having to cut him for nothing this year. Once again, if Peterson is on the waiver wire, pick him up, but keep expectations in check.

CASE PENDING

This is where we look at select players who are on the verge of an upgrade or downgrade. 

Damien Williams (RB, Mia) – For those in dynasty leagues, it is worth adding William’s to your roster. William’s is a big kid, standing 6’0”, 222 pounds and ran a 4.45 forty at the combine with a huge 38” vertical.  Williams has gone largely unnoticed because he is an undrafted rookie that was suspended and eventually dismissed from Oklahoma for "Violations of University Policy." However, Williams is known as a hard worker and his talent has never been in question. He has good vision, speed, can catch the ball well and is good in pass protection. While Lamar Miller has been great this year, he is not an elite back, and William’s has a legitimate shot to steal the job next year or emerge as a solid compliment. 

Christine Michael (RB, Sea) – Marshawn Marshawn is a beast. And no, I didn’t forget his last name, no need. One of the more interesting situations to watch in the off-season will be if the Seahawks bring back Marshawn for the final year of his contract, where he is set to make $8.5 million. While it would be great for Marshawn to finish his career with the team, there is a good chance they decide to move on and go with the supremely talented Michael. We got a taste of Michael’s talent this past weekend when he had 4 touches for 71 yards, and looked like he was being shot out of a cannon. With the Seahawks needing to sign Russell Wilson to a long term contract there just may not be enough money to keep Marshawn as well. Then again, he is the heart and soul of the team.  At some point Michael will be the guy in Seattle and he will be an immediate RB1. Although, whether that is in 2015 or 2016 we will just have to wait and see.

Mohamed Sanu (WR, Cin) – Sanu has been great this season with Marvin Jones out for the year, Tyler Eifert injured and AJ Green missing a few games and being limited in others. With AJ Green back in the saddle Sanu’s production took a hit, it’s also that time of the year when Andy Dalton starts falling apart.  Sanu is a solid player, but he is best relied on as a low-end WR2 going forward and probably a WR3 next year when the team is back to full strength. So if you can get legitimate value for him, I would make that trade. In Dynasty, sell high.

CASE DISMISSED

This is where we highlight players that are looking particularly good.

Mark Ingram (RB, NO) – For some unknown reason, the Saints declined Ingram’s fifth year option. That mistake is on them as Ingram has shown to be a true foundation back this year, running with speed and power. Over his last four games, Ingram is averaging over 17 points in PPR leagues and that includes his tough matchup against the Lions where he only gained 29 yards. He’s a weekly starter this year and could be an absolute stud if he continues to be featured next season or moves to a team that will feature him. For the rest of this season, his schedule also looks particularly good: @PIT, CAR, @CHI, ATL

THOUGHTS FROM THE BENCH

Here is where we highlight situations or strategies that are worth monitoring.

2014 Rookie WR Class: I wrote on this a few weeks ago, but after seeing some more out of these guys, I present my updated rankings.  This is how I rank this year’s rookie receiving class for the rest of this season and beyond:

This Season (PPR)

Dynasty Rankings (PPR)

Song of the Week

This week I present, Logic, who just released his debut album Under Pressure. Check out “Buried Alive” below:

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