KFFL Player Analysis: Marion Barber III, RB, Dallas Cowboys
By KFFL Staff
Edited by KFFL Staff
http://www.kffl.com/article.php/99801/512
Pros: The University of Minnesota alum has put the toe injury that derailed him in 2008 behind him. He has been a workout warrior this offseason. Head coach Wade Phillips should be pleased; he expects the running game to be the focal point of the offense. The involvement of Tashard Choice and a healthy Felix Jones should allow Barber to remain fresh in the fourth quarter - and late in the season. Barber, with 31 rushing touchdowns in the last three seasons, is the man at the stripe; don't expect that to change. In his two campaigns before last, he averaged 4.8 yards per carry. He also averaged 48 receptions in the past two years.
Cons: For a bruiser, Barber seems a tad fragile. Heading into 2008, Dallas had reservations about increasing his workload from the previous season's 204 carries. Turf toe is painful and lingers; recurrence is common, even long after it has healed. Barber may remain fresh, but the divided rushing attack means once again Barber probably won't be the stud it seems he could be on the surface. He came close in 2007, but he has yet to crack 1,000 yards. Barber could be in store for fewer catches because of the emphasis on the run and the other backs' potential use on passing downs.
Fantasy tip: Last year, Barber showed us why it's unwise to invest in him as a No. 1 fantasy back. He's not extremely risky because he's unlikely to be a total bust, but some fantasy owners are willing to ignore his potential pitfalls altogether for the potential 15-plus touchdowns he can provide. Dallas wants to run more, and Barber is healthy? It's certainly possible. You're in the better position if he becomes your No. 2 back in the second round or early in the third.
Edited by KFFL Staff
http://www.kffl.com/article.php/99801/512
Pros: The University of Minnesota alum has put the toe injury that derailed him in 2008 behind him. He has been a workout warrior this offseason. Head coach Wade Phillips should be pleased; he expects the running game to be the focal point of the offense. The involvement of Tashard Choice and a healthy Felix Jones should allow Barber to remain fresh in the fourth quarter - and late in the season. Barber, with 31 rushing touchdowns in the last three seasons, is the man at the stripe; don't expect that to change. In his two campaigns before last, he averaged 4.8 yards per carry. He also averaged 48 receptions in the past two years.
Cons: For a bruiser, Barber seems a tad fragile. Heading into 2008, Dallas had reservations about increasing his workload from the previous season's 204 carries. Turf toe is painful and lingers; recurrence is common, even long after it has healed. Barber may remain fresh, but the divided rushing attack means once again Barber probably won't be the stud it seems he could be on the surface. He came close in 2007, but he has yet to crack 1,000 yards. Barber could be in store for fewer catches because of the emphasis on the run and the other backs' potential use on passing downs.
Fantasy tip: Last year, Barber showed us why it's unwise to invest in him as a No. 1 fantasy back. He's not extremely risky because he's unlikely to be a total bust, but some fantasy owners are willing to ignore his potential pitfalls altogether for the potential 15-plus touchdowns he can provide. Dallas wants to run more, and Barber is healthy? It's certainly possible. You're in the better position if he becomes your No. 2 back in the second round or early in the third.
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