Nice Article on Ameer
3. Detroit Lions – Joique Bell (88.6) vs. Ameer Abdullah (112.6) vs. Theo Riddick (NA)
Entering camp, the separation between Jim Caldwell's RBs is razor-blade slim. Yes, Joique, presumably under the influence of reality-altering hallucinogens, recently proclaimed he will rush for 1,200-plus yards, but he could soon take a back seat to Abdullah. Bell, though useful in spurts, averaged an unexciting 3.88 yards per carry the past two seasons. After undergoing knee and Achilles surgeries this offseason and reportedly dealing with conditioning issues in June, he's not exactly a cover model for Men's Health. Abdullah, whose worth ethic, quick feet and sure hands impressed the coaching staff in minicamp, is a strong contender to unseat Bell. In his storied career at Nebraska, he racked 5.64 yards per carry and over 4,500 career yards. He could play a hybrid role seeing occasional action on early and third downs, possibly earning the lion's share by midseason. Elsewhere, Riddick will likely be used in a similar capacity as Reggie Bush, enticing targets out of the slot. In a screen-heavy offense, he and Abdullah present considerable PPR upside. Recall in Joe Lombardi's Saints-styled offense, Lions RBs totaled 93 receptions in '14. All will be rotated in to start, but smart money says the former Husker asserts himself in short order.
Fearless Forecast: Abdullah crushes in preseason play, earns the starting gig Week 1 and nets 14-17 touches per game over the rest of the season. He teeters on the top-20 line in PPR. Bell and Riddick, meanwhile, split the leftover 10-12 grips per game.
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fanta...t-must-watch-backfield-battles-190838775.html
3. Detroit Lions – Joique Bell (88.6) vs. Ameer Abdullah (112.6) vs. Theo Riddick (NA)
Entering camp, the separation between Jim Caldwell's RBs is razor-blade slim. Yes, Joique, presumably under the influence of reality-altering hallucinogens, recently proclaimed he will rush for 1,200-plus yards, but he could soon take a back seat to Abdullah. Bell, though useful in spurts, averaged an unexciting 3.88 yards per carry the past two seasons. After undergoing knee and Achilles surgeries this offseason and reportedly dealing with conditioning issues in June, he's not exactly a cover model for Men's Health. Abdullah, whose worth ethic, quick feet and sure hands impressed the coaching staff in minicamp, is a strong contender to unseat Bell. In his storied career at Nebraska, he racked 5.64 yards per carry and over 4,500 career yards. He could play a hybrid role seeing occasional action on early and third downs, possibly earning the lion's share by midseason. Elsewhere, Riddick will likely be used in a similar capacity as Reggie Bush, enticing targets out of the slot. In a screen-heavy offense, he and Abdullah present considerable PPR upside. Recall in Joe Lombardi's Saints-styled offense, Lions RBs totaled 93 receptions in '14. All will be rotated in to start, but smart money says the former Husker asserts himself in short order.
Fearless Forecast: Abdullah crushes in preseason play, earns the starting gig Week 1 and nets 14-17 touches per game over the rest of the season. He teeters on the top-20 line in PPR. Bell and Riddick, meanwhile, split the leftover 10-12 grips per game.
http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/fanta...t-must-watch-backfield-battles-190838775.html
