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RB Michael Turner, ATL<< Back to Profiles List
2009 Outlook: Stud (low risk)Michael Turner was a prime breakout candidate entering the 2008 season, delivering for fantasy owners by rushing for 1,699 yards and 17 TD's on 376 carries in his first season in a Falcons uniform. LaDainian Tomlinson's longtime backup was considered the top running back in the league without a starting job, and produced at an elite level once given the opportunity after signing a 6 year $34.5 million free agent contract with Atlanta.
With a majority of NFL franchises switching to a RBBC (running back by committee) approach, Michael Turner is an extremely valuable fantasy RB because he carries an entire workload and is the Falcons' unquestioned goal line option. Jerious Norwood is a valuable return man and change of pace back, but is no threat to Turner's workload (as Atlanta showed in 2008).
Michael Turner is worthy of a selection in the 1st round of 2009 fantasy drafts, and barring injuries Turner should post similar numbers for fantasy owners in 2009 as he did last season He should see his fantasy stock continue to rise in Atlanta's high powered offense. Fantasy owners drafting Turner should expect 1,500 yards and 15 TD's -- slightly lower totals than in 2008 due to a much more difficult schedule on paper in 2009.
Update 8/21
Turner was impressive in his exhibition debut, rushing for 63 yards on 6 carries -- including a 40 yard TD on the Falcons' second possession. Atlanta would like to limit Turner to around 370 carries this season, but he is showing that he will be a fantasy stud no matter how many carries the Falcons give him.
Last updated on Aug-21-2009 by George Bissell Average Draft PositionMichael Turner was drafted in 100% of MyFantasyLeague.com leagues with an average drafting position of 4.692009 Mock Draft Results
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