This is a very interesting debate that has been talked about for years in the fantasy football world. Many people say that it is essential for people to handcuff their stud, so they don't have to hope that they can get the backup when their star RB gets injured. Supporters can point to the fact that last year, without handcuffing Ladell Betts to Clinton Portis, many owners would have not won their leagues. Other examples are when Sammy Morris stepped in for Laurence Maroney, when Kenny Watson stepped in for Rudi Johnson, and Jesse Chatman filling in for Ronnie Brown. However, there are also many people who are against it. Opponents argue that the cost of handcuffing is too high. For example, say you drafted LaDanian Tomlinson. Michael Turner's average draft position is around 100th overall, around the same area as players such as Brett Favre,, Jason Witten, and DJ Hackett. Also, handcuffing takes up a valueable roster spot.
What is your opinion on handcuffing?
2007-11-17 13:06:50 · 4 answers · asked by udaynandipati2 2 in Sports ➔ Fantasy Sports
It all depends on who you are handcuffing. If you have an injury prone stud like Alexander, then you must handcuff. Also, it is dependent on the quality of the backup. there are a few 2nd string guys that are better than some starters. A prime example is Derrick Ward of the Giants and Selvin Young in Denver. Young's benefits havent really been seen yet, but come fantasy playoff time, he will be highly coveted.
2007-11-17 13:24:25 · answer #1 · answered by richardhoggard 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
to me, handcuffing is definitely a waste of a roster spot unless there is no one left and a backup is definitely better than the others on the WW, and if u play ur cards right and keep up w/ fantasy sports alot, u wouldnt have to waste a valueable roster spot during the draft
2007-11-17 21:30:39 · answer #2 · answered by waltb87 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I Have many, many opinions on handcuffing, but i have no ideal what you are talking about and how I got to this question? So I will keep my opinion to myself since I am certain we are not on the same level here! Thank you and sorry for taking your time!
2007-11-17 21:21:24 · answer #3 · answered by Trea (pron.tree) 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I don't do it. You only need 2 RBs, and you can get a 3rd starting RB that is better than almost all 2nd sting RBs
2007-11-17 21:18:54 · answer #4 · answered by grasshopper 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋