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Originally Posted by Logan
I completely understand this philosophy when it comes to running backs. But at the same time, if you are 100% convinced that Richardson (or another RB in a given year) is head and shoulders above whatever else you could get, and it fits an immediate need on your team that another selection won't, I see no reason why you shouldn't make the pick. Let's ignore the upside that he could be a top 3 player until he's 29 when the wheels fall off a bit and just stick with your example. Is what you were describing that you would get out of him really not better off than whatever player you may not be as sold on, but who could give you 12 years if he reaches his potential?
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Well, I do believe you draft the BPA at a position that isn't overstocked already, but the BPA (in my view) has a sliding scale based on position & risk. I know the risk is less now than before but I also see the risk in passing over a player that can help you for 10+ years rather than 3-5 and hope for an intangible longevity that isn't typical of the position.
I'm not saying a RB is never worth taking that high. I guess I just follow the thinking that a great QB can make an avg line/RB appear to perform better, a great line can make an avg QB/RB appear to perform better, but a great RB canNOT make an avg QB/line appear to perform better.
So of the 3, the RB is the most ineffectual for the other 2.