Jackson owners keep taking hits
Maybe the 89 carries in three weeks Steven Jackson had to finish last season is taking its toll. The Associated Press reports that Jackson suffered a partial tear in his left groin Sunday, meaning Brian Leonard should get the start against the Cowboys in Week 4. Leonard becomes a solid flex play, while Travis Minor will also be in the mix.
St. Louis doesn't have their bye until Week 9 and it's uncertain how long Jackson will be out. Those who drafted Jackson without a handcuff will have their depth tested. But this is why you draft depth.
It's another reminder that very little of what we think is "safe" in the preseason comes to pass. Owners who didn't take Jackson with the number two pick this offseason were usually made fun of. Right now, Jackson owners could name roughly ten guys they'd rather have.
Jackson owners can only remain patient and hope for the best. Risk-taking owners could try to take advantage of the sweeping panic and test the waters to see how much a banged-up Jackson costs.
Comments
So Brian Leonard has flown off all the wires. Is Minor worth a pickup as well?
Posted by: Patrick H. | September 24, 2007 06:02 PM
This could be the last straw.
My 0-3 squad - keeper league, 12 teams, no ppr.
Peyton Manning
Steven Jackson
Maroney
Reggie Wayne
Lee Evans
Chris Cooley
I think it's time to trade away the whole team for draft picks and take up a new hobby on Sunday. Thoughts?
Posted by: 0-3 | September 24, 2007 06:05 PM
In STL when it rains it pours! Ouch.
What do you guys think this means for the value of Bulger & Holt?
Posted by: Shane-O | September 24, 2007 06:11 PM
Wow 0-3... I would have taken that starting lineup any day.
Hang in there. I still like your team, especially in a keeper format.
Posted by: Stephen | September 24, 2007 06:21 PM
I will try to buy low. Its worth the risk!
Posted by: Anthony | September 24, 2007 06:40 PM
Shaun Alexander broke a bone in his left wrist. He will not miss any time.
Posted by: Anthony | September 24, 2007 06:41 PM
what's the usual timetable for return from a partially torn groin? anyone else suffered one in recent memory?
Posted by: The Dox | September 24, 2007 06:51 PM