Hester could spell Tomlinson at RB: According to the official team site, Chargers head coach Norv Turner will use rookie RB Jacob Hester in many different roles this season. During the first two days of training camp, Hester has impressed and has served as the primary ball carrier during team drills. "Jacob is a young player and we obviously like him a lot," Turner said. "He has a lot to learn. This is a totally different level. Things happen a lot faster. It is a lot more physical so we’re just going to bring him along as we can and see how he handles everything." Turner describes Hester as a “natural runner” who will have plenty of chances to make plays with the ball in his hands, regardless of whatever may be asked of him. (Updated 07/22/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 7/26/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Hester will be asked to play fullback, contribute on special teams and have a unique role in the passing game. "He is going to get the opportunity to be the guy that gives LT a break, the Michael Turner role, if you will," Turner said. "He is a talented guy. He catches well and is a good runner. He can block. We’ll just see the kind of progress he makes through the preseason." If Hester gets this much love during the regular season, he could be someone to stash on your roster in case LT gets injured or misses time. He should also go pretty high in rookie Fantasy drafts. (Updated 07/22/2008).
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Hester could spell Tomlinson at RB: According to the official team site, Chargers head coach Norv Turner will use rookie RB Jacob Hester in many different roles this season. During the first two days of training camp, Hester has impressed and has served as the primary ball carrier during team drills. "Jacob is a young player and we obviously like him a lot," Turner said. "He has a lot to learn. This is a totally different level. Things happen a lot faster. It is a lot more physical so we’re just going to bring him along as we can and see how he handles everything." Turner describes Hester as a “natural runner” who will have plenty of chances to make plays with the ball in his hands, regardless of whatever may be asked of him. (Updated 07/22/2008).
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 7/26/08).
Fantasy Analysis
Hester will be asked to play fullback, contribute on special teams and have a unique role in the passing game. "He is going to get the opportunity to be the guy that gives LT a break, the Michael Turner role, if you will," Turner said. "He is a talented guy. He catches well and is a good runner. He can block. We’ll just see the kind of progress he makes through the preseason." If Hester gets this much love during the regular season, he could be someone to stash on your roster in case LT gets injured or misses time. He should also go pretty high in rookie Fantasy drafts. (Updated 07/22/2008).
