Well two weeks into this little bit of chaos of a hobby/addiction I think I'm ready to start opening myself up to a question or two if there is anyone out there passing by that has a specific question on their rosters that I can try and help with.
I'll answer most of the questions I get, as quick as I can, until I start to get swamped. I'll even take the better ones and make an article here on my site Friday or Saturday.
The address I can be reached at is the one in my profile, eikey1729@sbcglobal.net Please, do not hesitate to ask. I love talking this stuff, and I love helping out my fellow fantasy football player even more. If you are in my leagues... I don't care. If you can use my info and beat me, so be it.
So bring on those questions! I want to see if I'm as good at this stuff as I think I am.
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Start 'Em Sit 'Em Week 13
Here we go again! Week 13. Game by Game who to start, who to sit analysis of your NFL action.
Remember, there are now Thursday night games every week from now until the end of the year. I'll try to get that Thursday night game done every Wednesday, and the rest of the games done at least a day before hand.
On with the fun!
Thursday night:
Bal @ Cin
Start 'Em Balt
S. McNair, QB
J. Lewis, RB
M. Clayton, WR
T. Heap, TE
Sit 'Em Balt
D. Mason, WR
D. Wilcox, TE
Since the firing of Jim Fassel the Baltimore offense has really taken off, scoring no less than 24 points per game. Jamal Lewis has also shown a resurgence in production in this time. Which bodes well this week against the Bengals who are among the league worst in giving up fantasy points to running backs. Look for Jamal to continue his hot streak on Thursday night. The most promising aspect of this offensive turn around is that Steve McNair has been able to find a receiver other than safety valve Todd Heap. Mark Clayton has emerged in recent weeks as a legitimate threat in fantasy circles to score, week in, week out. The only downside is that with the emergence of Clayton, and the constant reliance on Heap, is that reduces the venerable one, Derrick Mason, and his role in the offense. He still show flashes and scores points, but if you have better options this week, look to use them. Daniel Wilcox is a back up tight end, that should only be used when Heap is actually out, rather than just pretending to be injured. Heap is one of the leading offenders of the 'Questionable on Wednesday, but plays'. If you have Heap and Wilcox, you have to watch the pregame deactivations for which to start. If Heap is healthy, Wilcox has little fantasy value.
Start 'Em Cincy
C. Palmer, QB
C. Johnson, WR
TJ Championship, WR
Sit 'Em Cincy
R. Johnson, RB
C. Henry, WR
R. Kelly, TE (not the rapper)
Cincinnati has been one of the more unpredictable teams this year. As of late they have been one of the more flashy offensive teams on the field. Chad Johnson has been unbelievable the last three weeks, while being shut out of the end zone last week against Cleveland. His receiver friends picked up the slack in the touchdown department, with Chris Henry scoring twice, and TJ Whosyourmama scoring once. All three of the receivers put up nice yardage against the Browns, with Palmer leading the way. This week they get a very stiff defense in the Baltimore Ravens. Baltimore is very good against the run, which makes you leave Running Rudi on the bench this week. In fact, Baltimore is the best in the NFL in giving up fantasy points to running backs. They only give up an average of 8.25 points per game, and have only surrendered 2 rushing tds all year. If you are going to beat the Ravens you have to do it through the air. The Ravens have been a little more lenient through the air. They have given up 9 tds to Wide Receivers so far, through 11 games. While the odds aren't good that CJ, or TJ will score, they are too good to leave on the bench. Last week I was questioning TJ's health, but after last week's performance, he looks fine. Palmer is an iffy start against that vaunted Baltimore Defense, but if I'm starting two WRs, you may as well give their QB a shot as well. If you got fed up with Palmer earlier in the year, and were able to track down a capable back up, you may want to give him a look as well. Cincy doesn't really have a tight end to speak of, so I won't. Chris Henry doesn't get a nod this week, because of the Baltimore defense, not from any lack of his involvement in the Bengal offense. Look at your roster if your options warrant taking a chance on him. On a Sunday game, you could flip a coin on him, with the Thursday night game, I'd leave him out and take the chance on someone else.
Sunday Games: (Note: due to the weather system going through the Michigan area this weekend, I'm getting my butt kicked by migraines. I'm trying to write through it, but concentration is an issue. The picks are solid, I just don't have the focus today (Saturday) to write up the explanations. Hopefully they will all be in before you need to set your lineups on Sunday morning. I apologize to those that may be waiting for the explanations.)
Arz @ StL
Start 'Em Arz:
M. Leinart, QB
L. Fitzgerald, WR
A. Boldin, WR
Sit 'Em Arz:
E. James, RB
L. Pope, TE
This week the Cardinals get the Rams. One of the worst fantasy rush defenses in the league. The Rams give up, on average, 150 rushing yards and a TD a game. So you may be asking why do I have James on the Bench? Easy. I don't trust him, and his line. I don't think he's going to get to 100 yards. The Cards are a pass first team with Leinart and his boys, Fitzgerald and Boldin. The Rams actually have a decent pass defense, and may stimey the Cardinal passing game. Denny Green would be smart to run run run all day, however, I just don't think their line can get the job done. It'll be an interesting day indeed. If you are one of those that took James in the first round, kept him, and have been itching to use him, go ahead this week, this will be the last time all year it will be a decent play.
Start 'Em StL:
T. Holt, WR
S. Jackson, RB
I. Bruce, WR
M. Bulger, QB
Sit 'Em StL:
None
This week I feel that the Rams will snap out of their funk. The Rams have been decent on offense the last few weeks. Steven Jackson has been great and unbenchable the last few weeks. He has been catching plenty of balls out of the backfield, helping in the passing game. The biggest news was that Marc Bulger was suffering from bruised ribs the last few ribs, which was probably the reason his stats were suffering. Enter the Cardinals the defense, the cure for what ails ya. The Cardinals defense is brutal. It allowed Brad Freaking Johnson to throw 3 tds last week, and pretend he was a real quarterback. Steven Jackson should have a field day, Torry Holt should snap out of his funk and put up numbers the resemble the top 5 WR that he is, and even Issac Bruce should be serviceable. Start your top flight Rams with confidence this week.
Atl @ Was
Start 'Em Atl:
M. Vick, QB
W. Dunn, RB
A. Crumpler, TE
Sit 'Em Atl:
All Falcons WRs
J. Norwood, RB
Contrary to popular belief, (my belief included), is that Michael Vick is a serviceable fantasy football quarterback. He doesn't pass worth two beans in a pot, but he runs better than most of the top fantasy runners, including a running back on his team that everyone loves, named Warrick Dunn. Last week he put up 160 yards on the ground, which in most leagues is worth 4 passing tds. This week, the Redskins aren't that great of a defense, and Vick alone can probably rip them up. Win the game? Fantasy players don't care about that. "Playoffs?!!? Who said anything about Playoffs?!? I just hope we can win a game!" - Jim Mora. While Mora also said that Vick may be a 'Coach Killer', on a fantasy team, he may be able to carry your team to the playoffs. Helping Vick carry your team to the playoffs this week will be Warrick Dunn, and Alge Crumpler. Dunn is the only legitimate running back on this team. Norwood doesn't get the carries to warrant fantasy consideration. While he may tear one off to make you say 'Why didn't I start him!' He isn't consistent enough to trust. Crumpler is the only receiver on the Falcons team that can actually catch a Michael Vick pass, and is a weekly 'must start'. You leave the Falcon receivers on the bench, and perhaps the waiver wire, as was exhibited last week, they simply can't catch. Don't give them a chance to drop your chance at winning this week.
Start 'Em Was:
L. Betts, RB
C. Cooley, TE
S. Moss, WR
Sit 'Em Was:
J. Campbell, QB
TJ Duckett, RB
B. Lloyd, WR
Betts, good running option. Atl is weak rushing Defense.
Cooley has become Campbell's safety valve.
Moss is a play-maker that is a great play every week he's healthy.
Campbell just isn't good enough yet to warrant fantasy consideration.
Duckett and Lloyd, backups that don't need consideration.
Det @ N E
Start 'Em Det:
R. Williams, WR
Sit 'Em Det:
K. Jones, RB
J. Kitna, QB
M. Furrey, WR
Williams is the real playmaker on this team. Berrian caught good numbers against the Pats.
Jones is sore, and I wouldn't start him 100% against the Pats, Don't start him today.
Kitna has been brutal lately, In a bad weather day don't expect much from him.
Furrey, I just can't expect much from him.
Start 'Em N E:
T. Brady, QB
C. Dillion, RB
L. Maroney, RB
R. Caldwell, WR
B. Watson, TE
Sit 'Em N E:
Other WRs
Start them all, Detroit is bad on defense. It should be a Tom Brady surgical dissection.
The Patriots WRs other than Reche Caldwell are unstartable, due to the way Brady spreads it around.
Ind @ Ten
Start 'Em Ind:
P. Manning, QB
J. Addai, RB
R. Wayne, WR
M. Harrison, WR
B. Utecht, TE
Sit 'Em Ind:
D. Rhodes, RB
D. Clark, TE - OUT injury
Colts are good. Start them all.
Rhodes is out as the relevant RB in Indy, leave him on your bench.
Start 'Em Ten:
T. Henry, RB
V. Young, QB (?)
Sit 'Em Ten:
B. Scaife, TE
C. Brown, RB
L. White, RB
All Titan WRs
Tennesee is a hard team to read. If you can avoid them, I would.
Henry should have a good game against a bad rushing defense in the Colts. But he has a healthy track record of going off against great defenses, and disappearing against soft defenses. I'd just stay away from all Titans this week.
KC @ Cle
Start 'Em KC:
L. Johnson, RBeast
T. Green, QB
T. Gonzalez, TE
S. Parker, WR
Sit 'Em KC:
E. Kennison, WR
M. Bennett, RB
J. Dunn, TE
This should be a blow out.
You know to start Johnson every week.
Green should be back to form, and looking to take advantage of a defense that Carson Palmer ripped up last week.
Gonzo is healthy enough this week, and will reclaim his spot as the teams leading receiver.
Parker is, again, a sneaky play. He is the receiver that can catch on this team.
Start 'Em Cle:
K. Winslow, TE
Sit 'Em Cle:
B. Edwards, WR
C. Frye, QB
R. Droughns, RB
J. Wright, RB
D. Northcutt, WR
K. Winslow is a must start TE every week.
B. Edwards is usually a good start. Reports are that he may be punished in this game for his tirade against Charlie Frye last week. Even if the Coach doesn't punish him, Frye might. I'd leave him on the bench this week if you can, and see how this shakes out.
The rest of the team is worthless.
Droughns is rumored to be benched this week in favor of J. Wright. They are fed up with Ruebens bad stats in his tenure, and they want to get a look at their rookies. Leave your Brown backs on the bench until a clear cut leader emerges.
Min @ Chi
Start 'Em Min:
C. Taylor, RB
Sit 'Em Min:
B. Johnson, QB
M. Robinson, WR
J. Wiggins, TE
T. Taylor, WR
T. Williamson, WR
If I were a lazier man I would copy and past last weeks explanation from New England explanation, and use it this week. However I'm not that lazy. The sad thing is, the game plan doesn't change much. Chester Taylor is still the focal point of the Vikings offense. The Bears can still be beaten with the run, and Brad Johnson isn't going to beat anyone beside the Cardinals through the air. You start Chester Taylor, and sit the Vikings passing game this week. If they do something this week against the Bears, then you can use them next week, and for the rest of your season into the fantasy playoffs.
Start 'Em Chi:
T. Jones, RB (?)
B. Berrian, WR
Sit 'Em Chi:
R. Grossman, QB
M. Muhammad, WR
D. Clark, TE
C. Benson, RB
In this game, the Bears are looking at square in the eye of the number one rushing defense in the league. Thomas Jones doesn't make a great start this week, but the Bears could be a little more stubborn than most in the run game. This week Pat Williams may be limited which helps his possibilities, if you have a better option go with it. Cedric Benson is a bench. He opened his big yap again in the Chicago media and didn't lend himself well to his team. Chances are he'll not see much of the field this week, due to his comments. Bernard Berrian is the only play in the passing game from the Bears this week. The Vikings have shown they are brutal against the pass, however, Grossman has shown as of late that he isn't much better. Berrian is an option because he is the deep threat. The weather in Chicago Sunday is expected to be terrible, so expect a low scoring game. Bench your Bears if you got them, especially if you have better options.
NYJ @ GB
Start 'Em NYJ:
L. Coles, WR
J. Cotcherty, WR
C. Pennington, QB
L. Washington, RB
C. Baker, TE
Sit 'Em NYJ:
K. Barlow, RB
Green Bay is the worst pass defense in the league.
Start all of your Jets passing attackers with confidence.
The running back situation is a mess with Houston returning from injury. Leon Washington should be the clear cut starter, and should put up good numbers, but don't be surprised if this falls through.
Barlow tends to be the Goal line back, mucking things up further.
Start 'Em GB:
B. Favre, QB
D. Driver, WR
G. Jennings, WR
A. Green, RB
Sit 'Em GB:
N. Herron, RB
B. Franks, TE
The Jets aren't very good in pass defense either, and Number 4 is Number 4.
Jennings' ankle has healed. Driver and Jennings give Favre good down field targets to sling to.
A. Green makes a good play, as the Jets defense isn't too special, especially if the weather in the Meadowlands is a factor.
B. Franks has been reduced to a blocking TE and shouldn't be on rosters.
SD @ Buf
Start 'Em SD:
L. Tomlinson, RBeast
P. Rivers, QB
A. Gates, TE
Sit 'Em SD:
E. Parker, WR
K. McCardell, WR
M. Turner, RB - Out
Start 'Em Buf:
W. McGahee, RB
L. Evans, WR
Sit 'Em Buf:
JP Losman, QB
R. Parish, WR
A. Thomas, RB
SF @ NO
Start 'Em SF:
F. Gore, RB
A. Bryant, WR
Sit 'Em SF:
V. Davis, TE
A. Smith, QB
A. Battle, WR
Start 'Em NO:
D. Brees, QB
D. Henderson, WR
J. Horn, WR
D. McAlister, RB
Sit 'Em NO:
R. Bush, RB
M. Colston, WR -Ankle
T. Copper, WR -Ankle
Hou @ Oak
Start 'Em Hou:
A. Johnson, WR
Sit 'Em Hou:
D. Carr, QB
W. Lundy, RB
S. Gado, RB
E. Moulds, WR
O. Daniels, TE
Start 'Em Oak:
None
Sit 'Em Oak:
A. Brooks, QB
R. Moss, WR
J. Fargas, RB
Jax @ Mia
Start 'Em Jax:
M. Jones-Drew, RB
Sit 'Em Jax:
D. Garrard, QB
E. Willford, WR
M. Jones, WR
F. Taylor, WR
G. Wrightster, TE
M. Lewis, TE
Start 'Em Mia:
J. Harrington, QB
S. Morris, RB
M. Booker, WR
W. Welker, WR
M. McMichael, TE
Sit 'Em Mia:
C. Chambers, WR
R. Brown, RB - Out, Hand
Dal @ NYG
Start 'Em Dal:
T. Romo, QB
T. Owens, WR
M. Barber, RB
J, Witten, TE
Sit 'Em Dal:
J. Jones, RB
T. Glenn, WR
P. Crayton, WR
Start 'Em NYG:
T. Barber, RB
J. Shockey, TE
Sit 'Em NYG:
E. Manning, QB
P. Burress, WR
B. Jacobs, RB
T. Carter, WR
TB @ Pit
Start 'Em TB:
None
Sit 'Em TB:
C. Williams, RB
J. Galloway, WR
M. Clayton, WR
etc.
Start 'Em Pit:
W. Parker, RB
H. Miller, TE
Sit 'Em Pit:
B. Roethlesberger, QB
H. Ward, WR - OUT Knee Surgery
N. Washington, WR
Sea @ Den
Start 'Em Sea:
S. Alexander, RB
M. Hassleback, QB
D. Jackson, WR
D. Branch, WR
Sit 'Em Sea:
N. Burleson, WR
J. Stevens, TE
M. Morris, RB
Start 'Em Den:
J. Walker, WR
Sit 'Em Den:
J. Cutler, QB
J. Plummer, QB
T. Bell, RB
M. Bell, RB
R. Smith, WR
Monday Night
Car @ Phi
Start 'Em Car:
S. Smith, WR
D. Williams, RB
Sit 'Em Car:
J. Delhomme, QB
K. Johnson, WR
D. Foster, RB
K. Magnum, TE
Start 'Em Phi:
B. Westbrook, RB
D. Stallworth, WR
L. Smith, TE
Sit 'Em Phi:
J. Garcia, QB
R. Brown, WR
H. Baskett, WR
Explanations to follow soon....
Remember, there are now Thursday night games every week from now until the end of the year. I'll try to get that Thursday night game done every Wednesday, and the rest of the games done at least a day before hand.
On with the fun!
Thursday night:
Bal @ Cin
Start 'Em Balt
S. McNair, QB
J. Lewis, RB
M. Clayton, WR
T. Heap, TE
Sit 'Em Balt
D. Mason, WR
D. Wilcox, TE
Since the firing of Jim Fassel the Baltimore offense has really taken off, scoring no less than 24 points per game. Jamal Lewis has also shown a resurgence in production in this time. Which bodes well this week against the Bengals who are among the league worst in giving up fantasy points to running backs. Look for Jamal to continue his hot streak on Thursday night. The most promising aspect of this offensive turn around is that Steve McNair has been able to find a receiver other than safety valve Todd Heap. Mark Clayton has emerged in recent weeks as a legitimate threat in fantasy circles to score, week in, week out. The only downside is that with the emergence of Clayton, and the constant reliance on Heap, is that reduces the venerable one, Derrick Mason, and his role in the offense. He still show flashes and scores points, but if you have better options this week, look to use them. Daniel Wilcox is a back up tight end, that should only be used when Heap is actually out, rather than just pretending to be injured. Heap is one of the leading offenders of the 'Questionable on Wednesday, but plays'. If you have Heap and Wilcox, you have to watch the pregame deactivations for which to start. If Heap is healthy, Wilcox has little fantasy value.
Start 'Em Cincy
C. Palmer, QB
C. Johnson, WR
TJ Championship, WR
Sit 'Em Cincy
R. Johnson, RB
C. Henry, WR
R. Kelly, TE (not the rapper)
Cincinnati has been one of the more unpredictable teams this year. As of late they have been one of the more flashy offensive teams on the field. Chad Johnson has been unbelievable the last three weeks, while being shut out of the end zone last week against Cleveland. His receiver friends picked up the slack in the touchdown department, with Chris Henry scoring twice, and TJ Whosyourmama scoring once. All three of the receivers put up nice yardage against the Browns, with Palmer leading the way. This week they get a very stiff defense in the Baltimore Ravens. Baltimore is very good against the run, which makes you leave Running Rudi on the bench this week. In fact, Baltimore is the best in the NFL in giving up fantasy points to running backs. They only give up an average of 8.25 points per game, and have only surrendered 2 rushing tds all year. If you are going to beat the Ravens you have to do it through the air. The Ravens have been a little more lenient through the air. They have given up 9 tds to Wide Receivers so far, through 11 games. While the odds aren't good that CJ, or TJ will score, they are too good to leave on the bench. Last week I was questioning TJ's health, but after last week's performance, he looks fine. Palmer is an iffy start against that vaunted Baltimore Defense, but if I'm starting two WRs, you may as well give their QB a shot as well. If you got fed up with Palmer earlier in the year, and were able to track down a capable back up, you may want to give him a look as well. Cincy doesn't really have a tight end to speak of, so I won't. Chris Henry doesn't get a nod this week, because of the Baltimore defense, not from any lack of his involvement in the Bengal offense. Look at your roster if your options warrant taking a chance on him. On a Sunday game, you could flip a coin on him, with the Thursday night game, I'd leave him out and take the chance on someone else.
Sunday Games: (Note: due to the weather system going through the Michigan area this weekend, I'm getting my butt kicked by migraines. I'm trying to write through it, but concentration is an issue. The picks are solid, I just don't have the focus today (Saturday) to write up the explanations. Hopefully they will all be in before you need to set your lineups on Sunday morning. I apologize to those that may be waiting for the explanations.)
Arz @ StL
Start 'Em Arz:
M. Leinart, QB
L. Fitzgerald, WR
A. Boldin, WR
Sit 'Em Arz:
E. James, RB
L. Pope, TE
This week the Cardinals get the Rams. One of the worst fantasy rush defenses in the league. The Rams give up, on average, 150 rushing yards and a TD a game. So you may be asking why do I have James on the Bench? Easy. I don't trust him, and his line. I don't think he's going to get to 100 yards. The Cards are a pass first team with Leinart and his boys, Fitzgerald and Boldin. The Rams actually have a decent pass defense, and may stimey the Cardinal passing game. Denny Green would be smart to run run run all day, however, I just don't think their line can get the job done. It'll be an interesting day indeed. If you are one of those that took James in the first round, kept him, and have been itching to use him, go ahead this week, this will be the last time all year it will be a decent play.
Start 'Em StL:
T. Holt, WR
S. Jackson, RB
I. Bruce, WR
M. Bulger, QB
Sit 'Em StL:
None
This week I feel that the Rams will snap out of their funk. The Rams have been decent on offense the last few weeks. Steven Jackson has been great and unbenchable the last few weeks. He has been catching plenty of balls out of the backfield, helping in the passing game. The biggest news was that Marc Bulger was suffering from bruised ribs the last few ribs, which was probably the reason his stats were suffering. Enter the Cardinals the defense, the cure for what ails ya. The Cardinals defense is brutal. It allowed Brad Freaking Johnson to throw 3 tds last week, and pretend he was a real quarterback. Steven Jackson should have a field day, Torry Holt should snap out of his funk and put up numbers the resemble the top 5 WR that he is, and even Issac Bruce should be serviceable. Start your top flight Rams with confidence this week.
Atl @ Was
Start 'Em Atl:
M. Vick, QB
W. Dunn, RB
A. Crumpler, TE
Sit 'Em Atl:
All Falcons WRs
J. Norwood, RB
Contrary to popular belief, (my belief included), is that Michael Vick is a serviceable fantasy football quarterback. He doesn't pass worth two beans in a pot, but he runs better than most of the top fantasy runners, including a running back on his team that everyone loves, named Warrick Dunn. Last week he put up 160 yards on the ground, which in most leagues is worth 4 passing tds. This week, the Redskins aren't that great of a defense, and Vick alone can probably rip them up. Win the game? Fantasy players don't care about that. "Playoffs?!!? Who said anything about Playoffs?!? I just hope we can win a game!" - Jim Mora. While Mora also said that Vick may be a 'Coach Killer', on a fantasy team, he may be able to carry your team to the playoffs. Helping Vick carry your team to the playoffs this week will be Warrick Dunn, and Alge Crumpler. Dunn is the only legitimate running back on this team. Norwood doesn't get the carries to warrant fantasy consideration. While he may tear one off to make you say 'Why didn't I start him!' He isn't consistent enough to trust. Crumpler is the only receiver on the Falcons team that can actually catch a Michael Vick pass, and is a weekly 'must start'. You leave the Falcon receivers on the bench, and perhaps the waiver wire, as was exhibited last week, they simply can't catch. Don't give them a chance to drop your chance at winning this week.
Start 'Em Was:
L. Betts, RB
C. Cooley, TE
S. Moss, WR
Sit 'Em Was:
J. Campbell, QB
TJ Duckett, RB
B. Lloyd, WR
Betts, good running option. Atl is weak rushing Defense.
Cooley has become Campbell's safety valve.
Moss is a play-maker that is a great play every week he's healthy.
Campbell just isn't good enough yet to warrant fantasy consideration.
Duckett and Lloyd, backups that don't need consideration.
Det @ N E
Start 'Em Det:
R. Williams, WR
Sit 'Em Det:
K. Jones, RB
J. Kitna, QB
M. Furrey, WR
Williams is the real playmaker on this team. Berrian caught good numbers against the Pats.
Jones is sore, and I wouldn't start him 100% against the Pats, Don't start him today.
Kitna has been brutal lately, In a bad weather day don't expect much from him.
Furrey, I just can't expect much from him.
Start 'Em N E:
T. Brady, QB
C. Dillion, RB
L. Maroney, RB
R. Caldwell, WR
B. Watson, TE
Sit 'Em N E:
Other WRs
Start them all, Detroit is bad on defense. It should be a Tom Brady surgical dissection.
The Patriots WRs other than Reche Caldwell are unstartable, due to the way Brady spreads it around.
Ind @ Ten
Start 'Em Ind:
P. Manning, QB
J. Addai, RB
R. Wayne, WR
M. Harrison, WR
B. Utecht, TE
Sit 'Em Ind:
D. Rhodes, RB
D. Clark, TE - OUT injury
Colts are good. Start them all.
Rhodes is out as the relevant RB in Indy, leave him on your bench.
Start 'Em Ten:
T. Henry, RB
V. Young, QB (?)
Sit 'Em Ten:
B. Scaife, TE
C. Brown, RB
L. White, RB
All Titan WRs
Tennesee is a hard team to read. If you can avoid them, I would.
Henry should have a good game against a bad rushing defense in the Colts. But he has a healthy track record of going off against great defenses, and disappearing against soft defenses. I'd just stay away from all Titans this week.
KC @ Cle
Start 'Em KC:
L. Johnson, RBeast
T. Green, QB
T. Gonzalez, TE
S. Parker, WR
Sit 'Em KC:
E. Kennison, WR
M. Bennett, RB
J. Dunn, TE
This should be a blow out.
You know to start Johnson every week.
Green should be back to form, and looking to take advantage of a defense that Carson Palmer ripped up last week.
Gonzo is healthy enough this week, and will reclaim his spot as the teams leading receiver.
Parker is, again, a sneaky play. He is the receiver that can catch on this team.
Start 'Em Cle:
K. Winslow, TE
Sit 'Em Cle:
B. Edwards, WR
C. Frye, QB
R. Droughns, RB
J. Wright, RB
D. Northcutt, WR
K. Winslow is a must start TE every week.
B. Edwards is usually a good start. Reports are that he may be punished in this game for his tirade against Charlie Frye last week. Even if the Coach doesn't punish him, Frye might. I'd leave him on the bench this week if you can, and see how this shakes out.
The rest of the team is worthless.
Droughns is rumored to be benched this week in favor of J. Wright. They are fed up with Ruebens bad stats in his tenure, and they want to get a look at their rookies. Leave your Brown backs on the bench until a clear cut leader emerges.
Min @ Chi
Start 'Em Min:
C. Taylor, RB
Sit 'Em Min:
B. Johnson, QB
M. Robinson, WR
J. Wiggins, TE
T. Taylor, WR
T. Williamson, WR
If I were a lazier man I would copy and past last weeks explanation from New England explanation, and use it this week. However I'm not that lazy. The sad thing is, the game plan doesn't change much. Chester Taylor is still the focal point of the Vikings offense. The Bears can still be beaten with the run, and Brad Johnson isn't going to beat anyone beside the Cardinals through the air. You start Chester Taylor, and sit the Vikings passing game this week. If they do something this week against the Bears, then you can use them next week, and for the rest of your season into the fantasy playoffs.
Start 'Em Chi:
T. Jones, RB (?)
B. Berrian, WR
Sit 'Em Chi:
R. Grossman, QB
M. Muhammad, WR
D. Clark, TE
C. Benson, RB
In this game, the Bears are looking at square in the eye of the number one rushing defense in the league. Thomas Jones doesn't make a great start this week, but the Bears could be a little more stubborn than most in the run game. This week Pat Williams may be limited which helps his possibilities, if you have a better option go with it. Cedric Benson is a bench. He opened his big yap again in the Chicago media and didn't lend himself well to his team. Chances are he'll not see much of the field this week, due to his comments. Bernard Berrian is the only play in the passing game from the Bears this week. The Vikings have shown they are brutal against the pass, however, Grossman has shown as of late that he isn't much better. Berrian is an option because he is the deep threat. The weather in Chicago Sunday is expected to be terrible, so expect a low scoring game. Bench your Bears if you got them, especially if you have better options.
NYJ @ GB
Start 'Em NYJ:
L. Coles, WR
J. Cotcherty, WR
C. Pennington, QB
L. Washington, RB
C. Baker, TE
Sit 'Em NYJ:
K. Barlow, RB
Green Bay is the worst pass defense in the league.
Start all of your Jets passing attackers with confidence.
The running back situation is a mess with Houston returning from injury. Leon Washington should be the clear cut starter, and should put up good numbers, but don't be surprised if this falls through.
Barlow tends to be the Goal line back, mucking things up further.
Start 'Em GB:
B. Favre, QB
D. Driver, WR
G. Jennings, WR
A. Green, RB
Sit 'Em GB:
N. Herron, RB
B. Franks, TE
The Jets aren't very good in pass defense either, and Number 4 is Number 4.
Jennings' ankle has healed. Driver and Jennings give Favre good down field targets to sling to.
A. Green makes a good play, as the Jets defense isn't too special, especially if the weather in the Meadowlands is a factor.
B. Franks has been reduced to a blocking TE and shouldn't be on rosters.
SD @ Buf
Start 'Em SD:
L. Tomlinson, RBeast
P. Rivers, QB
A. Gates, TE
Sit 'Em SD:
E. Parker, WR
K. McCardell, WR
M. Turner, RB - Out
Start 'Em Buf:
W. McGahee, RB
L. Evans, WR
Sit 'Em Buf:
JP Losman, QB
R. Parish, WR
A. Thomas, RB
SF @ NO
Start 'Em SF:
F. Gore, RB
A. Bryant, WR
Sit 'Em SF:
V. Davis, TE
A. Smith, QB
A. Battle, WR
Start 'Em NO:
D. Brees, QB
D. Henderson, WR
J. Horn, WR
D. McAlister, RB
Sit 'Em NO:
R. Bush, RB
M. Colston, WR -Ankle
T. Copper, WR -Ankle
Hou @ Oak
Start 'Em Hou:
A. Johnson, WR
Sit 'Em Hou:
D. Carr, QB
W. Lundy, RB
S. Gado, RB
E. Moulds, WR
O. Daniels, TE
Start 'Em Oak:
None
Sit 'Em Oak:
A. Brooks, QB
R. Moss, WR
J. Fargas, RB
Jax @ Mia
Start 'Em Jax:
M. Jones-Drew, RB
Sit 'Em Jax:
D. Garrard, QB
E. Willford, WR
M. Jones, WR
F. Taylor, WR
G. Wrightster, TE
M. Lewis, TE
Start 'Em Mia:
J. Harrington, QB
S. Morris, RB
M. Booker, WR
W. Welker, WR
M. McMichael, TE
Sit 'Em Mia:
C. Chambers, WR
R. Brown, RB - Out, Hand
Dal @ NYG
Start 'Em Dal:
T. Romo, QB
T. Owens, WR
M. Barber, RB
J, Witten, TE
Sit 'Em Dal:
J. Jones, RB
T. Glenn, WR
P. Crayton, WR
Start 'Em NYG:
T. Barber, RB
J. Shockey, TE
Sit 'Em NYG:
E. Manning, QB
P. Burress, WR
B. Jacobs, RB
T. Carter, WR
TB @ Pit
Start 'Em TB:
None
Sit 'Em TB:
C. Williams, RB
J. Galloway, WR
M. Clayton, WR
etc.
Start 'Em Pit:
W. Parker, RB
H. Miller, TE
Sit 'Em Pit:
B. Roethlesberger, QB
H. Ward, WR - OUT Knee Surgery
N. Washington, WR
Sea @ Den
Start 'Em Sea:
S. Alexander, RB
M. Hassleback, QB
D. Jackson, WR
D. Branch, WR
Sit 'Em Sea:
N. Burleson, WR
J. Stevens, TE
M. Morris, RB
Start 'Em Den:
J. Walker, WR
Sit 'Em Den:
J. Cutler, QB
J. Plummer, QB
T. Bell, RB
M. Bell, RB
R. Smith, WR
Monday Night
Car @ Phi
Start 'Em Car:
S. Smith, WR
D. Williams, RB
Sit 'Em Car:
J. Delhomme, QB
K. Johnson, WR
D. Foster, RB
K. Magnum, TE
Start 'Em Phi:
B. Westbrook, RB
D. Stallworth, WR
L. Smith, TE
Sit 'Em Phi:
J. Garcia, QB
R. Brown, WR
H. Baskett, WR
Explanations to follow soon....
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
The Commwealth of The Land update
I'm going to take a few minutes off topic to opine about a league that I have been running for the last 3 years. It has been one of the most competitive leagues I have played in year in year out. We have it as a 'Keeper League' that we keep up to three players each year, with one extra 'Franchise Player'. Our league is a 12 team league that starts 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs 1 TE, with 1 RB, WR, or TE, 1K, 1 team Defense/Special Team unit, for a total of 9 players. Our scoring system is set up to be a rather high scoring league.
In the three years we have been playing this league he have always had three people fighting for one or two playoff spots at end of year. The first year we had three teams in one division fighting for the division leader and the wild card spot, with the odd man out, enjoying nothing but a bad spot in the draft. It just proves that in a good league, every game matters, and you can't afford to throw games away with bad decisions if you want to make the playoffs. Last year two teams from that same division were fighting for the lead and the loser had to compete with another team from another division for the wild card. These playoff spots weren't decided until the last game of the year was completed. A highly competitive league indeed.
Wild Iguanas, Team in a Box, Just Giver, are in line for Wild card, with the Wild Iguanas and Just Giver renewing their rivalry for a third year in a row for the division winner. This year, however, there is no guarantee that the loser of this battle will be given the consolation prize of the wild card. This is the second year in a row that the final week meeting between Wild Iguanas and Just Giver will decide the division winner.
Team in a Box has an outside shot to win the division, and would screw up the playoff scenario a ton. First off, they need to win their last two games. The second piece of this puzzle is that the Blessed Cheetos, home of the dominate LaDanian Tomlinson, would have to tank the last two games on the year. Blessed Cheetos has been the most dominate team in the league this year, having a 10-2 record this year after 12 weeks. If this situation played out, the tiebreakers would give the division winner to Team in a Box, (division record), and the wild card would most likely be Blessed Cheetos, as the Cheetos have the head to head wins over both the Wild Iguanas and Just Giver. One win from the Blessed Cheetos clinches the division. One loss from Team in a Box, almost mathematically eliminates them. If Wild Iguanas and Just Giver, happen to lose in Week 13, it helps keep Team in a Box's chances alive even with a loss. While a loss from either one of them, mangles their own division.
Vicious Bastards has ended the SoCal Bears chance at three-peat domination of the Commonwealth clinching their division with a week 12 win over those same SoCal Bears, mathematically eliminating them. Vicious will have two gear up games to finish up the season, and then get the second best record division winner in week 15 for his playoff match up.
SoCal Bears had been building a dynasty of the league, winning the championship in the first two years of its existence. Da Bears had been riding a solid core of Peyton Manning and Shaun Alexander those years, but this year when Shaun went down, so did the Bears chances of a three-peat. I'd like to personally congratulate him on his early success in the league, and wish him luck next year. I'd also like to wish the best of luck to the rest of the league members that aren't mentioned here, as their seasons didn't go the best for them this year. I thank you all for making it a great year and look forward to next season. I'd also like to thank the new members to our league this year, filling in in a pinch. I hope you had fun, and that even though it was a rough start, you enjoyed it, and will be back next year to compete.
In the three years we have been playing this league he have always had three people fighting for one or two playoff spots at end of year. The first year we had three teams in one division fighting for the division leader and the wild card spot, with the odd man out, enjoying nothing but a bad spot in the draft. It just proves that in a good league, every game matters, and you can't afford to throw games away with bad decisions if you want to make the playoffs. Last year two teams from that same division were fighting for the lead and the loser had to compete with another team from another division for the wild card. These playoff spots weren't decided until the last game of the year was completed. A highly competitive league indeed.
Wild Iguanas, Team in a Box, Just Giver, are in line for Wild card, with the Wild Iguanas and Just Giver renewing their rivalry for a third year in a row for the division winner. This year, however, there is no guarantee that the loser of this battle will be given the consolation prize of the wild card. This is the second year in a row that the final week meeting between Wild Iguanas and Just Giver will decide the division winner.
Team in a Box has an outside shot to win the division, and would screw up the playoff scenario a ton. First off, they need to win their last two games. The second piece of this puzzle is that the Blessed Cheetos, home of the dominate LaDanian Tomlinson, would have to tank the last two games on the year. Blessed Cheetos has been the most dominate team in the league this year, having a 10-2 record this year after 12 weeks. If this situation played out, the tiebreakers would give the division winner to Team in a Box, (division record), and the wild card would most likely be Blessed Cheetos, as the Cheetos have the head to head wins over both the Wild Iguanas and Just Giver. One win from the Blessed Cheetos clinches the division. One loss from Team in a Box, almost mathematically eliminates them. If Wild Iguanas and Just Giver, happen to lose in Week 13, it helps keep Team in a Box's chances alive even with a loss. While a loss from either one of them, mangles their own division.
Vicious Bastards has ended the SoCal Bears chance at three-peat domination of the Commonwealth clinching their division with a week 12 win over those same SoCal Bears, mathematically eliminating them. Vicious will have two gear up games to finish up the season, and then get the second best record division winner in week 15 for his playoff match up.
SoCal Bears had been building a dynasty of the league, winning the championship in the first two years of its existence. Da Bears had been riding a solid core of Peyton Manning and Shaun Alexander those years, but this year when Shaun went down, so did the Bears chances of a three-peat. I'd like to personally congratulate him on his early success in the league, and wish him luck next year. I'd also like to wish the best of luck to the rest of the league members that aren't mentioned here, as their seasons didn't go the best for them this year. I thank you all for making it a great year and look forward to next season. I'd also like to thank the new members to our league this year, filling in in a pinch. I hope you had fun, and that even though it was a rough start, you enjoyed it, and will be back next year to compete.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Marvin, I Love You!
While I may the only one who reads this that knows of, or has heard the song referenced by the title, it is a novelty song about a lonely robot long forgotten. The robot is floating through existence cleaning out his data banks when he discovers a message he had previously received that was from a hot sounding voice, "Marvin, I love you."
Fantasy football owners seem to remember a time so very long ago when Peyton Manning would sing this to his favorite receiver, "Marvin, I love you!". Manning would then proceed to throw touchdown after touchdown to his favorite receiver, while fantasy owners rejoiced in this pairing. However, after Sunday night's one catch, 8 yard, zero fantasy point performance, fantasy owners are wondering if there is trouble in happy land. Even Marvin the lonely android gets more love than Harrison did on Sunday Night.
Another strike against Marvelous Harrison that could lead to his demise in the world of fantasy football, is the emergence of Joseph Addai. Sunday Night against the Eagles, Joseph had his coming out party. He carried the ball over 20 times for 171 yards and 4 touchdowns. The previous success of the receivers in Indy was predicated on the fact that the Colts had trouble running in the red zone, so Peyton would have to have to throw for scores. If Addai is going to make a habit out of multiple touchdown games, this spells disaster for the end of Marvin's career, as he fades off in to obscurity.
Marvin isn't getting any younger either. Reggie Wayne is clearly the future of the Colts receiving core. Wayne is signed to a long term contract, and is clearly being pressed into more action as the number one receiver on the team. Peyton has gone on record as saying he would like to keep both receivers happy, but that isn't happening. Marvin has fallen way behind in the statistical departments that are relevant to fantasy players. Perhaps this drop off in stats in as indication that Marv is starting to lose a step or two, and isn't as explosive as he used to be. If he is able to be covered better, then there is no way you can expect those gargantuan numbers that you are used to seeing from the Marvelous one.
Has Marvin Harrison fallen off the perches off the 'Unbenchables'? I'm not going to call it after this game, but one more stinker, and I'm going to have to start looking at his match-ups and thinking about sitting the venerable one down every once in a while. It pains me to say it, but I would hate to see Marvin fall from the ranks of the rock solid, every week start, wide receiver. There are so very few of those these days.
Sunday, November 26, 2006
Week 12 Sunday Observations.
Breathing is overrated- In a surprise move Willis McGahee started today's game vs. Jacksonville with 3 cracked ribs. So far on the day he has 5 carries for 43 yards and two touchdowns. Who knew it was cracked ribs that helped you run against the Jags.
Deverreeeeey, Devereeerahhhh- Devery Henderson, starting in place of the injured Marques Colston, took a Drew Brees pass 76 yards for a TD on the opening Saints drive of the day. Unfortunately, that catch is the only one he has on the day, with 2 minutes to play in the first half.
Action Jackson - Steven Jackson, The running back in St. Louis who is most under the microscope today, due to the loss of Orlando Pace. Jackson has answered his critics with 101 yards on the ground with a touchdown. Steven is also leading his team in receiving with 3 catches for 26 yards. While this is good news for Jackson, it also means that Holt is slacking in the receiving department.
Braylon Who?- Although it was reported that Braylon Edwards was supposedly playing today, he hasn't been found on the field. Dennis Northcutt has been picking up Edwards slack hauling in 3 receptions for 61 yards.
Bulger Dinged - In the last series of the half in the StL/SF game, Marc Bulger was injured, and Gus Frerotte came in to finish off the half. It will be interesting to see if Bulger comes back to finish the game, or if he will miss significant time.
Surprise of the week- Comes to us from Carolina vs. Washington. The 6-3 score at the half, where it looks like the Washington offense is playing brutally, with 3 players putting the ball on the turf, and recovering it. The main surprise is that the Washington Defense is showing up and playing effectively. They are bottling up Steve Smith, holding him to 10 yards on 2 catches and have intercepted Jake Delhomme once in the game. It will be interesting to see what adjustments these two teams make at the half.
That's it for now. Please enjoy the second half of today's afternoon action!
New Surprise of the Week - Brad Johnson is pretending he's a real quarterback today. Not since dinosaurs roamed the earth has Brad Johnson thrown 3 tds in one game. The only problem is non of them are going to players you would start, excepting maybe Marcus Robinson. The other two have gone to 4th WR Billy McMullen, and 3rd TE Jeff Dugan. Don't get too excited about Brad's performance this week, as next week he lines up against the Chicago Bears, in the Windy City.
Tomlinson getting tuckered? - This week LT ONLY had 109 yards rushing, and two touchdowns. Well, and then he threw one to Antonio Gates. Apparently he heard my call to get Gates more involved in the offense, since Phillip Rivers was having some trouble. Still, 3 TDs on the day for LT is a good day for any other back in the league, just for him we have to start to wondering if that maybe things are finally catching up to him.
Deverreeeeey, Devereeerahhhh- Devery Henderson, starting in place of the injured Marques Colston, took a Drew Brees pass 76 yards for a TD on the opening Saints drive of the day. Unfortunately, that catch is the only one he has on the day, with 2 minutes to play in the first half.
Action Jackson - Steven Jackson, The running back in St. Louis who is most under the microscope today, due to the loss of Orlando Pace. Jackson has answered his critics with 101 yards on the ground with a touchdown. Steven is also leading his team in receiving with 3 catches for 26 yards. While this is good news for Jackson, it also means that Holt is slacking in the receiving department.
Braylon Who?- Although it was reported that Braylon Edwards was supposedly playing today, he hasn't been found on the field. Dennis Northcutt has been picking up Edwards slack hauling in 3 receptions for 61 yards.
Bulger Dinged - In the last series of the half in the StL/SF game, Marc Bulger was injured, and Gus Frerotte came in to finish off the half. It will be interesting to see if Bulger comes back to finish the game, or if he will miss significant time.
Surprise of the week- Comes to us from Carolina vs. Washington. The 6-3 score at the half, where it looks like the Washington offense is playing brutally, with 3 players putting the ball on the turf, and recovering it. The main surprise is that the Washington Defense is showing up and playing effectively. They are bottling up Steve Smith, holding him to 10 yards on 2 catches and have intercepted Jake Delhomme once in the game. It will be interesting to see what adjustments these two teams make at the half.
That's it for now. Please enjoy the second half of today's afternoon action!
New Surprise of the Week - Brad Johnson is pretending he's a real quarterback today. Not since dinosaurs roamed the earth has Brad Johnson thrown 3 tds in one game. The only problem is non of them are going to players you would start, excepting maybe Marcus Robinson. The other two have gone to 4th WR Billy McMullen, and 3rd TE Jeff Dugan. Don't get too excited about Brad's performance this week, as next week he lines up against the Chicago Bears, in the Windy City.
Tomlinson getting tuckered? - This week LT ONLY had 109 yards rushing, and two touchdowns. Well, and then he threw one to Antonio Gates. Apparently he heard my call to get Gates more involved in the offense, since Phillip Rivers was having some trouble. Still, 3 TDs on the day for LT is a good day for any other back in the league, just for him we have to start to wondering if that maybe things are finally catching up to him.
Week 12 Sunday Morning news and notes
Check back here often as this be updated as often as I find news and notes about injuries and who's starting who's not, etc.
Hines Ward, WR - Pit
Hines Ward will play today - However, he doesn't make the greatest play against a stout Baltimore defense.
Marques Colston, WR - NO
Colston has been Ruled OUT for today's game against the Falcons. Get him out of your line up as soon as possible. Look for Devery Henderson, and Joe Horn to pick up slack, and to pick Falcons clean.
DeAngelo Williams, RB - Car
DeAngelo will get the first start of his career against Washington this week. DeShaun Foster has also been deactivated today. Look for Williams to get the majority of the carries, and be spelled by Nick Goings.
Santana Moss, WR - Wash
Santana Moss will start against the Panthers today. This should help Jason Campbell's slim chances against a swarming Carolina defensive line.
Willis McGahee, RB - Buf
Willis is reported to start in Buffalo, making a sticky situation worse. Neither he or Anthony Thomas made a great play this week against a Jacksonville defense that allowed Tiki Barber only 27 yards on Monday night.
TJ Championship, WR - Cin
TJ will play today, after dealing with a concussion and a rib injury. While he should put up decent numbers against a battered Cleveland defense, I don't foresee fantastic numbers for Whosyourmama. Johnson has been the focal point of the passing game, and Henry will split TJs time. If you have a better option this week, don't go out of your way to put Houshyerwhatshamah into your lineup this week.
That's it for morning news and notes! Good luck this weekend!
Perhaps there will be more news-breakers for the afternoon games this week.
Hines Ward, WR - Pit
Hines Ward will play today - However, he doesn't make the greatest play against a stout Baltimore defense.
Marques Colston, WR - NO
Colston has been Ruled OUT for today's game against the Falcons. Get him out of your line up as soon as possible. Look for Devery Henderson, and Joe Horn to pick up slack, and to pick Falcons clean.
DeAngelo Williams, RB - Car
DeAngelo will get the first start of his career against Washington this week. DeShaun Foster has also been deactivated today. Look for Williams to get the majority of the carries, and be spelled by Nick Goings.
Santana Moss, WR - Wash
Santana Moss will start against the Panthers today. This should help Jason Campbell's slim chances against a swarming Carolina defensive line.
Willis McGahee, RB - Buf
Willis is reported to start in Buffalo, making a sticky situation worse. Neither he or Anthony Thomas made a great play this week against a Jacksonville defense that allowed Tiki Barber only 27 yards on Monday night.
TJ Championship, WR - Cin
TJ will play today, after dealing with a concussion and a rib injury. While he should put up decent numbers against a battered Cleveland defense, I don't foresee fantastic numbers for Whosyourmama. Johnson has been the focal point of the passing game, and Henry will split TJs time. If you have a better option this week, don't go out of your way to put Houshyerwhatshamah into your lineup this week.
That's it for morning news and notes! Good luck this weekend!
Perhaps there will be more news-breakers for the afternoon games this week.
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