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Ashley Owens is one of the top young running backs in the game today, but how did he get here? We have heard his talent all through out his youth in Wisconsin and his ability as a dual threat player has always been prevalent. He has worked incredibly hard for the Badgers in college but did not like the fact that they had recruited a true running back, thus giving him less touches-- This will become important later on. He declared for the DSFL draft and his capabilities were too good to pass up.
The San Antonio Marshals took the combo threat player with the first overall selection and he definitely impressed the scouts with his overall skill and what he can provide. The Marshals went 7-7 on the season and he was the leading rusher with over 1300 yards, 5 averaged per drive, and 10 rushing TDs. He was also a threat as a receiver, catching for 376 yards and 2 TDs and lead all RBs in most of the receiving categories.
He took him Offensive Rookie of the Year and Running Back of the Year honors in an impressive first season before being declared for the NSFL draft where he was confident he would go first overall.
There were some concerns about Ashley's game, mainly the fact that his longest rush on the season turned out to be just 19 yards. He was consistent, but not exactly explosive here. Regardless of all this he was selected by the Austin Copperheads with the first overall selection. If this does not speak to his pedigree and potential, I do not know what will.
The Copperheads drafted Mako Mendonca, a more traditional running back, the previous season at 8th overall. That is a lot of draft capital to invest in back-to-back drafts at this position but Austin felt that this would set them up for a long time given the pieces they already have on offense.
The Mako-Ashley backfield proved to be quite productive in their first season with Mendonca being the leader rusher but it was not by much as their attempts were split 187-185 and the yardage not being all that different. Targets for receptions? 80-66 split in favor of Owens but Mako was a bit more productive n terms of raw efficiency numbers but this pair is essentially the 2/3 receivers of this Austin team.
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They have similar roles but it is clear that Mako is the superior runner and that Ashley is the better receiver, despite their touchdown ratios stating the opposite. Things are looking up for Austin, a team that has shown progress each season with their core and should be looking to make some noise if they keep this up. Colorado's main running back is rookie Michael Vincent through this season who was selected in the 4th round of the S18 draft.
Remember the Wisconsin situation that was mentioned earlier? It comes into play here. Ashley Owens stuns people by making use of his player option and testing the market, but we all heard the right things that he was only doing this to drive up his value and get what he thought he deserved from Austin but it seems that he was tempted by what he desires the most.
The distinguished role of the #1 running back and stats.
S19: $6 million
S20: $4 million*
S21: $4 million*
*becomes a player option if Owens fails to surpass 700 rushing yards, 500 receiving yards, and 50 receptions in the previous season
Ashley Owens signs a lucrative deal with the Colorado Yeti which leaves Austin reeling. The Copperheads used the first overall selection on Ashley Owens just two seasons ago and he has left them in a situation here they could not find a suitable replacement. Sure Mako can take his touches as a RB, but he will never be the type of receiver Owens has been and he was their legitimate #3 threat. One less weapon for their QB to throw to and I am certain they were not too happy about this situation.
Owens has a very stat driven contract, granting him an opt out if the Colorado Yeti go back on their promises of making him a priority. He clearly believed that he would not get the numbers or opportunity in Austin with Mako establishing himself as one of the fastest backs in the league. He dd not appreciate another one there to challenge him, just as he didn't enjoy Wisconsin wanting to have him as a #2.
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S19 rolls around and Mako has completely broken out as a rushing star, getting over 300 carries. Owens also gathers quite a few yards of his own, but has to split carries a little more with Michael Vincent. This is Ashley's best rushing season in terms of raw opportunity and yards, something that likely never would have happened with the Copperheads.
Whats funny is the receiving numbers as both of them surprisingly took a hit. Mako's is more of an introduction of other WRs into the system and the emergence of Tidwell as one of THE BEST WRs in the game. What is different? Ashley Owens has the most catches for Colorado's team, even if he was not as productive as traditional wideouts such as Bishop and Forty-Two and honestly this could be a problem as the team seemed to force the balls to Owens rather than splitting targets to the most qualified candidates.
Obviously Austin are happy with Mako, but they could have used a replacement asset for Owens around the roster to help them down the line as a potential play off contender. Ashley finally lands in a spot that will give him whatever he wants but will this be successful? He has some great numbers to start his career and Colorado met the contract stipulation so he cannot opt out just yet. Is this a winning brand of football? That has yet to be seen but the more important question remains.
Is Ashley Owens just afraid of competition or does he just want numbers? He may just be one of the biggest divas in the league and some aren't sure you can rely on Owens in the clutch since he may just wilt when the going gets tough. [/div]
Ashley Owens is one of the top young running backs in the game today, but how did he get here? We have heard his talent all through out his youth in Wisconsin and his ability as a dual threat player has always been prevalent. He has worked incredibly hard for the Badgers in college but did not like the fact that they had recruited a true running back, thus giving him less touches-- This will become important later on. He declared for the DSFL draft and his capabilities were too good to pass up.
The San Antonio Marshals took the combo threat player with the first overall selection and he definitely impressed the scouts with his overall skill and what he can provide. The Marshals went 7-7 on the season and he was the leading rusher with over 1300 yards, 5 averaged per drive, and 10 rushing TDs. He was also a threat as a receiver, catching for 376 yards and 2 TDs and lead all RBs in most of the receiving categories.
He took him Offensive Rookie of the Year and Running Back of the Year honors in an impressive first season before being declared for the NSFL draft where he was confident he would go first overall.
There were some concerns about Ashley's game, mainly the fact that his longest rush on the season turned out to be just 19 yards. He was consistent, but not exactly explosive here. Regardless of all this he was selected by the Austin Copperheads with the first overall selection. If this does not speak to his pedigree and potential, I do not know what will.
The Copperheads drafted Mako Mendonca, a more traditional running back, the previous season at 8th overall. That is a lot of draft capital to invest in back-to-back drafts at this position but Austin felt that this would set them up for a long time given the pieces they already have on offense.
The Mako-Ashley backfield proved to be quite productive in their first season with Mendonca being the leader rusher but it was not by much as their attempts were split 187-185 and the yardage not being all that different. Targets for receptions? 80-66 split in favor of Owens but Mako was a bit more productive n terms of raw efficiency numbers but this pair is essentially the 2/3 receivers of this Austin team.
They have similar roles but it is clear that Mako is the superior runner and that Ashley is the better receiver, despite their touchdown ratios stating the opposite. Things are looking up for Austin, a team that has shown progress each season with their core and should be looking to make some noise if they keep this up. Colorado's main running back is rookie Michael Vincent through this season who was selected in the 4th round of the S18 draft.
Remember the Wisconsin situation that was mentioned earlier? It comes into play here. Ashley Owens stuns people by making use of his player option and testing the market, but we all heard the right things that he was only doing this to drive up his value and get what he thought he deserved from Austin but it seems that he was tempted by what he desires the most.
The distinguished role of the #1 running back and stats.
S19: $6 million
S20: $4 million*
S21: $4 million*
*becomes a player option if Owens fails to surpass 700 rushing yards, 500 receiving yards, and 50 receptions in the previous season
Ashley Owens signs a lucrative deal with the Colorado Yeti which leaves Austin reeling. The Copperheads used the first overall selection on Ashley Owens just two seasons ago and he has left them in a situation here they could not find a suitable replacement. Sure Mako can take his touches as a RB, but he will never be the type of receiver Owens has been and he was their legitimate #3 threat. One less weapon for their QB to throw to and I am certain they were not too happy about this situation.
Owens has a very stat driven contract, granting him an opt out if the Colorado Yeti go back on their promises of making him a priority. He clearly believed that he would not get the numbers or opportunity in Austin with Mako establishing himself as one of the fastest backs in the league. He dd not appreciate another one there to challenge him, just as he didn't enjoy Wisconsin wanting to have him as a #2.
S19 rolls around and Mako has completely broken out as a rushing star, getting over 300 carries. Owens also gathers quite a few yards of his own, but has to split carries a little more with Michael Vincent. This is Ashley's best rushing season in terms of raw opportunity and yards, something that likely never would have happened with the Copperheads.
Whats funny is the receiving numbers as both of them surprisingly took a hit. Mako's is more of an introduction of other WRs into the system and the emergence of Tidwell as one of THE BEST WRs in the game. What is different? Ashley Owens has the most catches for Colorado's team, even if he was not as productive as traditional wideouts such as Bishop and Forty-Two and honestly this could be a problem as the team seemed to force the balls to Owens rather than splitting targets to the most qualified candidates.
Obviously Austin are happy with Mako, but they could have used a replacement asset for Owens around the roster to help them down the line as a potential play off contender. Ashley finally lands in a spot that will give him whatever he wants but will this be successful? He has some great numbers to start his career and Colorado met the contract stipulation so he cannot opt out just yet. Is this a winning brand of football? That has yet to be seen but the more important question remains.
Is Ashley Owens just afraid of competition or does he just want numbers? He may just be one of the biggest divas in the league and some aren't sure you can rely on Owens in the clutch since he may just wilt when the going gets tough. [/div]
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