Mike Bell - Rookie Running Back

Mike · 05-09-2006, 02:51 PM

Anybody got an opinion on this guy? I am sure he wont be getting much notice right now in anyone's early season rankings, but if you watched this kid in college, he was one hell of a runner.

Bell was initially projected to be drafted in the 2nd/3rd round, but like many guys this year, his value began to drop for some unknown reason, and he ended up not getting drafted at all.

This is one of the guys I was watching leading up to the draft, curious who he would go to. Now Denver quickly picked him up as an undrafted free agent, and he will be given an opportunity to compete against Ron Dayne and Tatum Bell during minincamps and training camp.

One thing about Denver, they dont get hung up on a name when it comes to their running game. If Bell shows he can outclass the competition, he will get the job. Shanahan doesn't care who runs the ball, as long as they are running it effectively.

This is a guy that I will be taking a strong look at during my rookie drafts in dynasty leagues. Just curious to see what opinions, if any, you guys and gals had on one of the top rushers to ever come out of Arizona.

GlennsPatriots · 05-09-2006, 03:08 PM

I'd take a 6th rd. flier on this guy.
Seems like Shanahan doesn't have much confidence in Tatum Bell and Ron Dane has had what, 1 good run in his career?

zach_law · 05-09-2006, 07:39 PM

Don't forget Cedric Cobbs. I'm more interested in the two guys in KC who might back up Larry Johnson.

GlennsPatriots · 06-01-2006, 11:44 AM

I drafted Bell in both my Zealots Dynasty drafts at 6.08 and 6.04 of a 12 team, 6 round draft.
I figure he's as good a gamble as anyone that late.
I think some of the other owners were disapointed that they hadn't heard of his signing with DEN...he may have gone sooner.

Mike · 06-01-2006, 11:50 AM

I have in in one of my zealots leagues. In the other, we are in the middle of drafting still.

Taz · 06-01-2006, 11:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GlennsPatriots

I drafted Bell in both my Zealots Dynasty drafts at 6.08 and 6.04 of a 12 team, 6 round draft.
I figure he's as good a gamble as anyone that late.
I think some of the other owners were disapointed that they hadn't heard of his signing with DEN...he may have gone sooner.

Yeah you stole him just before me you bum!!!!

Mike · 06-01-2006, 12:03 PM

The anger is coming out over a UDFA, and its only the beginning of June, gotta love it.

Taz · 06-01-2006, 12:13 PM

Especially when I think the job could easily go to Cedric Cobbs.

Phicinfan · 06-01-2006, 12:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taz

Especially when I think the job could easily go to Cedric Cobbs.

You know...some of us would like to keep Cobbs as a secret. Do you mind??

Phicinfan · 06-01-2006, 12:22 PM

The other concern I have here is Shanahan's proclivity to do any damn thing he likes. Trying to read him is like trying to read a newspaper through mud. I am hearing rumbles now of Tatum Bell being THE back, or Dayne.....I know they have always liked Cobb and planned on drafting him..but missed. I have not heard Boo on Mike Bell at all.

*edit* went in to make Taz feel better.....

Mike · 06-01-2006, 12:26 PM

Believe in Bell. Shanahan is an irritating little rat face to try to figure out if you listen to him.

Bottom line though, is he is simple. If there is a running back on the team that can consistently play better and run harder than the others, he will be on the field constantly. I truly think Mike Bell is this guy.

Taz · 06-01-2006, 12:26 PM

Okay guys when you talk of this, please distinguish between Tatum and Mike.

TIA

Miller · 06-01-2006, 12:27 PM

You mean there is another Bell besides Mike????

Mike · 06-01-2006, 12:29 PM

LOL, forgot all about taterchip bell.

I am talking about Mike Bell, LOL, and not the baseball player.


05-09-2006, 02:51 PM	#1
Mike who me? Admin Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: L.A. (Lower Arkansas) Posts: 28,908 vCash: 359797 Donate Blog Entries: 18	Anybody got an opinion on this guy? I am sure he wont be getting much notice right now in anyone's early season rankings, but if you watched this kid in college, he was one hell of a runner. Bell was initially projected to be drafted in the 2nd/3rd round, but like many guys this year, his value began to drop for some unknown reason, and he ended up not getting drafted at all. This is one of the guys I was watching leading up to the draft, curious who he would go to. Now Denver quickly picked him up as an undrafted free agent, and he will be given an opportunity to compete against Ron Dayne and Tatum Bell during minincamps and training camp. One thing about Denver, they dont get hung up on a name when it comes to their running game. If Bell shows he can outclass the competition, he will get the job. Shanahan doesn't care who runs the ball, as long as they are running it effectively. This is a guy that I will be taking a strong look at during my rookie drafts in dynasty leagues. Just curious to see what opinions, if any, you guys and gals had on one of the top rushers to ever come out of Arizona. __________________ Links of interest at The Sports Outlaw Player Rankings QB \| RB \| RB (PPR) \| WR \| WR (PPR) \| TE \| TE (PPR) \| K \| DEF Cheatsheets (Updated weekly up until gametime) Weekly Waiver Wire (A weekly looks at some key waiver wire/free agent grabs) Key Forums: NFL Talk \| Fantasy Football Advice \| College Football


06-01-2006, 12:22 PM	#10
Phicinfan Deputy Premium Member Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Cincinnati Ohio Posts: 10,049 vCash: 58282 Donate	The other concern I have here is Shanahan's proclivity to do any damn thing he likes. Trying to read him is like trying to read a newspaper through mud. I am hearing rumbles now of Tatum Bell being THE back, or Dayne.....I know they have always liked Cobb and planned on drafting him..but missed. I have not heard Boo on Mike Bell at all. edit went in to make Taz feel better..... Last edited by Phicinfan; 06-01-2006 at 01:06 PM.


06-01-2006, 12:27 PM	#13
Miller Who Me? Admin Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 14,517 vCash: 18153774 Donate Blog Entries: 6	You mean there is another Bell besides Mike???? __________________ Banner by Mark Clapper

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05-09-2006, 03:08 PM	#2
GlennsPatriots Meatwhistle Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lakeville MA Posts: 1,141 vCash: 18498 Donate	I'd take a 6th rd. flier on this guy. Seems like Shanahan doesn't have much confidence in Tatum Bell and Ron Dane has had what, 1 good run in his career?


05-09-2006, 07:39 PM	#3
zach_law Outlaw Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 234 vCash: 15459 Donate	Don't forget Cedric Cobbs. I'm more interested in the two guys in KC who might back up Larry Johnson.


06-01-2006, 11:44 AM	#4
GlennsPatriots Meatwhistle Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Lakeville MA Posts: 1,141 vCash: 18498 Donate	I drafted Bell in both my Zealots Dynasty drafts at 6.08 and 6.04 of a 12 team, 6 round draft. I figure he's as good a gamble as anyone that late. I think some of the other owners were disapointed that they hadn't heard of his signing with DEN...he may have gone sooner.


06-01-2006, 11:50 AM	#5
Mike who me? Admin Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: L.A. (Lower Arkansas) Posts: 28,908 vCash: 359797 Donate Blog Entries: 18	I have in in one of my zealots leagues. In the other, we are in the middle of drafting still.


06-01-2006, 12:03 PM	#7
Mike who me? Admin Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: L.A. (Lower Arkansas) Posts: 28,908 vCash: 359797 Donate Blog Entries: 18	The anger is coming out over a UDFA, and its only the beginning of June, gotta love it.


06-01-2006, 12:13 PM	#8
Taz I Hate the Eagles Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: NJ Posts: 5,693 vCash: 22154 Donate	Especially when I think the job could easily go to Cedric Cobbs.


06-01-2006, 12:26 PM	#11
Mike who me? Admin Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: L.A. (Lower Arkansas) Posts: 28,908 vCash: 359797 Donate Blog Entries: 18	Believe in Bell. Shanahan is an irritating little rat face to try to figure out if you listen to him. Bottom line though, is he is simple. If there is a running back on the team that can consistently play better and run harder than the others, he will be on the field constantly. I truly think Mike Bell is this guy.


06-01-2006, 12:29 PM	#14
Mike who me? Admin Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: L.A. (Lower Arkansas) Posts: 28,908 vCash: 359797 Donate Blog Entries: 18	LOL, forgot all about taterchip bell. I am talking about Mike Bell, LOL, and not the baseball player.