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Michael Turner
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#33 Michael Turner
 Pos: Running Back
NFL Team: ATL
Injury: OK
Experience: 6
College: Northern Illinois
Height: 70
Weight: 244
Born: 2/13/1982
 Year  Tm  Gm  Rush  Yds  TDs  Fum  Catch  Yds  TDs 
PROJATL1583168510
2008ATL1637716991726410
2007SDG1671316114160
2006SDG1380502203470
2005SDG165733530000
SUMMARY
Running Back Rank: #3   
Overall: #3


Turner probably exceeded all expectations his first year as a full-time starter. He was a stud for the Falcons, scoring 17 touchdowns while running for 1,699 yards. The Falcons have an emerging offense that could be even better with Matt Ryan developing, which is a good thing for Turner. He runs with a lot of power but has top speed to break a big play. He is a power back that is a home-run threat ? a rare combination. The only knock on Turner is he gets little work in the passing game. He caught just six passes last season.
FANTASY OUTLOOK
You can overlook his terrible numbers at receiver because of his great yardage and touchdown potential. He can come close to last season's numbers in this Falcons offense. Turner is a top 10 pick and won't last past the first round this season.
The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner had 20 carries for 151 yards with a touchdown Week 8.
Fantasy Impact: Turner had a huge game, running with power and speed. He looked like the guy from last season, which is a good sign going forward.
Source: KFFL.com
The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner has been held under 70 yards rushing in four of the team's six games this season. He has only one 100-yard game and is averaging just 3.4 yards per carry. Turner averaged 4.5 yards per carry in 2008 and ranked second in the NFL with 1,699 yards rushing.
Fantasy Impact: Needless to say, Turner isn't producing near the numbers of last season. Maybe all the work from last year is taking a bit of a toll. Who knows?
Source: KFFL.com
D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner (chest) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 23. He is listed as probable for Week 7 and is expected to play.
Source: KFFL.com
D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner (chest) was limited during practice Thursday, Oct. 22. He is expected to play in Week 7.
Source: KFFL.com
Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner (chest) was limited in practice Wednesday, Oct. 21.
Fantasy Impact: The Falcons are just being cautious with their star back. He'll be fine.
Source: KFFL.com
D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith said he is not overly concerned about RB Michael Turner's three fumbles this season. 'Michael, I'm sure is disappointed about it, but that's part of the game,' Smith said. 'I'm sure when you have the number of carries that Michael has, there are going to be times when they are going to get a shot on it.'
Fantasy Impact: Turner should be fine. He seems to be finally hitting his stride after a big showing Week 5.
Source: KFFL.com
The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner had 22 carries for 97 yards with three touchdowns Week 5.
Fantasy Impact: Turner had his first monster game of the season. And it came against a pretty good defense, which is encouraging.
Source: KFFL.com
The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner had 15 carries for 56 yards with a touchdown Week 3.
Fantasy Impact: Turner is not off to a very good start. He should get better as the competition gets easier, though.
Source: KFFL.com
CBSSports.com reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner has amassed 128 rushing yards on 13 carries in two preseason games thus far.
Fantasy Impact: Turner is picking up right where he left off last season.
Source: KFFL.com
The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner ran for 63 yards and one touchdown on six carries in the team's preseason game Saturday, Aug. 15.
Fantasy Impact: Turner picks up right where he left off last season. Good news for fantasy owners.
Source: KFFL.com
2009 Draft Guide - Running Backs
 # 1  Adrian PetersonMIN  
 # 2  Maurice Jones-DrewJAC Hot
 # 3  Michael TurnerATL  
 # 4  Matt ForteCHI Hot
 # 5  DeAngelo WilliamsCAR  
 # 6  Steven JacksonSTL  
 # 7  LaDainian TomlinsonSDG  
 # 8  Chris JohnsonTEN  
 # 9  Steve SlatonHOU  
 # 10  Frank GoreSFO  
 # 11  Brian WestbrookPHI Injury Concern
 # 12  Clinton PortisWAS  
 # 13  Ronnie BrownMIA  
 # 14  Brandon JacobsNYG  
 # 15  Marion BarberDAL  
 # 16  Kevin SmithDET  
 # 17  Ryan GrantGNB  
 # 18  Darren McFaddenOAK Hot
 # 19  Joseph AddaiIND Cold
 # 20  Thomas JonesNYJ  
 # 21  Knowshon MorenoDEN  
 # 22  Willie ParkerPIT  
 # 23  Marshawn LynchBUF  
 # 24  Reggie BushNOR  
 # 25  Ray RiceBAL Hot
 # 26  Larry JohnsonKAN  
 # 27  Chris WellsARI  
 # 28  LenDale WhiteTEN  
 # 29  Pierre ThomasNOR Sleeper
 # 30  Cedric BensonCIN  
 # 31  Jamal LewisCLE  
 # 32  Jonathan StewartCAR  
 # 33  Earnest GrahamTAM  
 # 34  Darren SprolesSDG  
 # 35  Derrick WardTAM  
 # 36  Felix JonesDAL  
 # 37  Laurence MaroneyNWE  
 # 38  LeSean McCoyPHI Sleeper
 # 39  Willis McGaheeBAL Injury Concern
 # 40  Julius JonesSEA  
 # 41  Tim HightowerARI  
 # 42  Donald BrownIND  
 # 43  Glen CoffeeSFO  
 # 44  Leon WashingtonNYJ  
 # 45  Ricky WilliamsMIA  
 # 46  Jerious NorwoodATL  
 # 47  Correll BuckhalterDEN  
 # 48  Ahmad BradshawNYG Sleeper
 # 49  Sammy MorrisNWE  
 # 50  Chester TaylorMIN  
 # 51  Rashard MendenhallPIT  
 # 52  Shonn GreeneNYJ  
 # 53  Fred JacksonBUF  
 # 54  Jamaal CharlesKAN  
 # 55  Le'Ron McClainBAL  
 # 56  Justin FargasOAK  
 # 57  Edgerrin JamesSEA  
 # 58  Michael BushOAK  
 # 59  Brandon JacksonGNB  
 # 60  James DavisCLE Hot
 # 61  Mewelde MoorePIT  
 # 62  Carnell WilliamsTAM Injury Concern
 # 63  Peyton HillisDEN  
 # 64  Fred TaylorNWE  
 # 65  Mike BellNOR Hot
 # 66  Maurice MorrisDET  
 # 67  Tashard ChoiceDAL  
 # 68  Jerome HarrisonCLE  
 # 69  Kevin FaulkNWE  
 # 70  Michael PittmanDEN  
 # 71  LaMont JordanDEN  
 # 72  Ladell BettsWAS  
 # 73  Jacob HesterSDG  
 # 74  Danny WareNYG  
 # 75  Javon RingerTEN  
 # 76  Gary RussellOAK  
 # 77  T.J. DuckettSEA Cold
 # 78  BenJarvus Green-EllisNWE  
 # 79  Mike GoodsonCAR  
 # 80  Gartrell JohnsonNYG  
 # 81  Deuce McAllisterNOR  
 # 82  Aaron BrownDET  
 # 83  Kolby SmithKAN  
 # 84  Jason WrightARI  
 # 85  Reuben DroughnsNYG  
 # 86  Rudi JohnsonDET  
 # 87  Andre HallHOU  
 # 88  DeShawn WynnGNB  
 # 89  Adrian PetersonCHI  
 # 90  Brian LeonardCIN  
 # 91  Dominic RhodesBUF Cold
 # 92  Garrett WolfeCHI  
 # 93  Tatum BellDEN  
 # 94  Bernard ScottCIN  
 # 95  Michael BennettSDG  
 # 96  Kenneth DarbySTL  
 # 97  Brian CalhounDET  
 # 98  Patrick CobbsMIA  
 # 99  Michael RobinsonSFO  
 # 100  Warrick DunnTAM  
 # 101  Leonard WeaverPHI  
 # 102  Selvin YoungDEN  
 # 103  DeShaun FosterSFO  
 # 104  Ryan TorainDEN Injury Concern
 # 105  Chris PerryCIN  
 # 106  Najeh DavenportIND  
 # 107  LaRod Stephens-HowlingARI  
 # 108  Chris BrownHOU Injury Concern
 # 109  Kenny WatsonCIN  
 # 110  Maurice HicksMIN  
 # 111  Greg JonesJAC  
 # 112  J.J. ArringtonDEN  
 # 113  Ahman GreenGNB  
 # 114  Aaron SteckerATL  
 # 115  Lorenzo BookerPHI  
 # 116  Javarris WilliamsKAN  
 # 117  Fui VakapunaCIN  
 # 118  Cedric PeermanDET  
 # 119  Heath EvansNOR  
 # 120  Rashad JenningsJAC  
 # 121  Ryan MoatsHOU  
 # 122  Shaun AlexanderWAS  
 # 123  Andre BrownNYG Injury Concern
 # 124  Antonio PittmanSTL Cold
 # 125  Jason SnellingATL  
 # 126  Chris TaylorNWE  
 # 127  Mike HartIND  
 # 128  Samkon GadoSTL  
 # 129  Jesse ChatmanNYJ  
 # 130  Thomas BrownATL  
 # 131  Chris HenryHOU  
 # 132  Chris OgbonnayaSTL  
 # 133  Chauncey WashingtonDAL  
 # 134  DeDe DorseyCIN  
 # 135  Justin ForsettSEA  
 # 136  Ahmard HallTEN  
 # 137  Kevin JonesCHI Injury Concern
 # 138  Xavier OmonBUF  
 # 139  Owen SchmittSEA  

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