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by | October 18, 2012 · 7:30 pm

FantasySavvy 2012: Week Seven Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em

As seen from my article on FP911.com. Make sure to check there for tons of great info. My Rankings will be out late Saturday Night. Everyone enjoy the game tonight. Also make sure to check our radio show tonight at 12:30 est at Blogtalkradio.com/FantasySavvy.

Bad week in Week six, I over thought some things and went a little too stat heavy which is unlike me. I am anything but a stat dork! So I will mix back a little more intuition this week and that should clean things up. I received a lot of questions last week and I’m open to more, feel free to email me at SteveDeAngelo@gmail.com or ask @FantasySavvy on Twitter.

You won’t see the obvious names on here, that would be pointless. Maybe occasionally to give you a reminder, but rather we are looking to identify some guys that you may be on the fence with and encourage you to either start or sit them. Matchups will be broken down, stats will be used, some projections will be provided and some “gut” feeling will be mixed in. But when it comes down to the come down, it’s your “gut” you need to roll with.

*Players listed in order of projected effectiveness in the start ‘em category and ineffectiveness in the sit ‘em category.

Quarterbacks

Start ‘Em

Tony Romo @ Carolina

Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys

Romo usually is an every week starter and really doesn’t belong on this list, but his rough start has his owners playing matchups. But despite him averaging just one TD a game in his last four, things will certainly improve. Jason Garrett talked about being more balanced on offense coming off their bye week and it showed last week as the Cowboys ran for over 200 yards against the Ravens. This obviously helps Tony Romo tremendously and the Cowboys despite DeMarco Murray being out should be able to move the chains on the ground again as Carolina has one of the worst rush defenses. Look for Romo to stay fairly consistent from here on out and for it to start this week. I expect around 250-280 yards passing with at least two TD’s.

Carson Palmer vs Jacksonville

Palmer is a fairly decent Fantasy QB, let’s face it. The guy isn’t good outside of Fantasy Football anymore, but he can give you those 300-yard two TD type games from time to time. This is a good matchup vs Palmer as he comes home and faces Jacksonville who are giving up an average of 20 points per game to Fantasy QB’s. Look for Palmer to approach 300 yards once again and find the endzone once or twice. Let’s just hope he doesn’t throw over two interceptions if your league is subtracting minus two points per INT.

Josh Freeman vs New Orleans

I was impressed that Freeman threw for over 300 yards against Kansas City who had been improving recently. This week he faces New Orleans and should throw it over 35 times as he tries to keep pace with Drew Brees. The Saints have also been bad against the pass giving up 25 points a week to Fantasy QB’s. Look for Freeman to put up Fantasy worthy numbers.

Sit ‘Em

Christian Ponder vs Arizona

Ponder excelled the last two weeks in what were two great matchups against the Titans and Skins, but he faces a much tougher test against Arizona who are allowing the third fewest points to Fantasy QB’s. Ponder will come back to earth this week as he faces a legit Defense.

Matt Stafford @ Chicago

Stafford continues to frustrate owners every week and is still without a multi-TD game. It won’t turnaround on Monday Night in Chicago against the Bears who are allowing just 13 points a week to Fantasy QB’s, which is best in the league.

Joe Flacco @ Houston

The Texans defense hasn’t been as strong as last year, but they still have been good. And even though they allowed six passing TD”s to Aaron Rodgers, Joe Flacco is a far cry from Rodgers. Sorry Flacco but you are not elite! On the road, I expect Flacco to struggle a bit here and likely will be held to one TD, so explore other options.

Running Backs

Start ‘Em

Stevan Ridley vs New York Jets

Because of his late game fumble in Week five against Denver, Ridley was getting less carries than Brandon Bolden last week before Bolden got hurt. When it comes to fumbling Bill Belichick does not play around. Fortunately for Ridley, Bolden did get hurt and might not play this week. Ridley has a great chance to restore his coach’s confidence against the Jets and should find running lanes against New York who are giving up 25 points per game to Fantasy Backs. He should find the endzone and finish with a nice game. Let’s just hope as Ridley owners he holds onto the ball!

Chris Johnson @ Buffalo

I still don’t like the way Johnson is running this season, going down easily and a little too much east to west, but he has started to pick it up a bit over the last few weeks. This has to be a matchup he can succeed in against Buffalo. The Titans should stay close in this game and Johnson should should find room against the Bills who are allowing 29 points a game to Fantasy Backs, sixth worst in the league. C’mon Chris don’t let us down this week, otherwise you will never be on this list again!

Felix Jones @ Carolina

Felix Jones, Dallas Cowboys

Jones was probably the number one waiver pick up this week with the news that DeMarco Murray will be out in Week seven. Also, with backs like Reggie Bush, LeSean McCoy and Jamaal Charles on a bye this week, Jones makes for a nice replacement. The stars have aligned to start Jones here, good matchup (Carolina 2nd worst in points allowed to Fantasy Backs) and Murray is out, allowing pretty much full reign for Jones, although we will see a little Phillip Tanner. You picked Jones up, so stick him in your lineups this week.

Sit ‘Em

Mikel LeShoure @ Chicago

Good news for LeShoure owners that Jahvid Best will not be returning this season, but bad news this week as he goes against the Bears who have allowed the 2nd fewest points to Fantasy Backs. LeShoure hasn’t succeeded in tough matchups before so no reason to think he will here. Keep him benched if you can.

Frank Gore vs Seattle

Going to be a slow physical game in San Fran tonight and Gore won’t find much running room against the Hawks who haven’t allowed a 100-yard rusher all season and given up just two rushing TD’s.

Marshawn Lynch @ San Francisco

Lynch is one of the few who have went over 100 yards against the 49ers and Bradshaw did it last week, but I still am sitting Lynch if I can. Many of us might not have that luxury, but don’t expect another 100-yard game.

Wide Receivers

Start ‘Em

Stevie Johnson vs Tennessee

Stevie Johnson, Buffalo Bills

The Titans D has allowed 77 points to Fantasy WR’s the last two weeks and Stevie Johnson should burn them as well. Johnson is a must start this week.

Vincent Jackson vs New Orleans

Phillip Rivers looked like he could of used Vincent Jackson on Monday Night as he struggled mightily.  But unfortunately for Rivers, Jackson has taken his talents to Tampa Bay and has enjoyed continued success with Josh Freeman. Jackson had two TD’s last week and now has four on the year to go along with two 100-yard games. He will be targeted early and often against New Orleans and should easily produce. Even with ineptitude of Josh Freeman, Jackson is proving to be a every week starter regardless of matchup.

Lance Moore @ Tampa Bay

Outside of last week where Tampa faced Brady Quinn the Bucs have allowed over 37 points a game to Fantasy WR’s, including allowing a whopping 76 points to Giants WR’s in week two. Drew Brees will be tossing the rock all day and I look for Lance Moore and Brees to hook up on those back shoulder throws. Go outside Sunday and try to run a couple of those back shoulders throws 15 yards down the field with a defender on the receiver. These guys make it look easy! Moore should find the endzone at least once, at the very least approach 100 yards in this game.

Sit ‘Em

Andre Roberts @ Minnesota

Roberts is talented and it seemed like he was going to be in for a nice little season, but the last two weeks he has fizzed out. He won’t rebound against the Vikings on the road with John Skeleton now at QB. Let’s see how these two work together before reinserting Roberts back into our lineups. Andre could be a waiver candidate soon if he puts up a few more duds.

Michael Crabtree vs Seattle

This game is going to be a slugfest and both offenses will struggle. Keep Crabtree benched for this tough matchup on Thursday Night.

Steve Smith vs Dallas

My gut is telling me Smith may have a breakout game here, but the numbers say otherwise so I will stick with the numbers and logic here. Smith doesn’t have a TD all year and has been held under 100 yards in his last three games. Dallas has been 2nd best against Fantasy Wideouts so consider benching Smith if you have a more lucrative option.

Tight Ends

Start ‘Em

Jason Witten @ Carolina

Witten had a horrible start to the year, but he has returned to normalcy with two strong performances against Chicago and Baltimore. Last time you will see Witten here, he should remain an every week starter from here on in as he continues to be one of Romo‘s top targets.

Martellus Bennett vs Washington

This game should be a wild, high scoring affair in the Meadowlands and Bennett should play a nice role against the Skins who are allowing the 2nd most points to Fantasy Tight Ends. Bennett has slowed up after a fast start, but he should rebound in this game; it’s a good spot to plug him in.

Heath Miller @ Cincinnati

Heath Miller, Pittsburgh Steelers

Heath Miller is actually younger than me! That’s pretty scary as I just turned 30 years old and Miller is only 29. Actually looking at it I’m only eight days older than the guy! It seems like this guy has been playing in the league for 10 years.  So this guy definitely ain’t crusty, although I may have thought that a few times. I know I’m not crusty, although my knee has swelled up from consistently banging it while playing football on Sundays! But dang, being 30 blows. Oh well I made my mistakes, now it’s time to dominate. Ok, back to the youthful and vibrant Miller who started out his first three games with four TD’s, but has slowed down some. Still, he is being targeted often by Big Ben and will be a good play most weeks. This is a matchup he can thrive in against the Bengals who are allowing the 8th most points to Fantasy Tight Ends.

Sit ‘Em

Dennis Pitta @ Houston

So much for Dennis Pitta. This guy was on fire to start the year and has done absolutely jack the last few weeks. I have him in a few leagues and will be holding him for a few more weeks just out of necessity, but he will probably be cut soon, unless he shows some signs. Keep him benched until he proves himself again.

Jermichael Finely @ St. Louis

Finley has been an absolute Fantasy Bust! Let’s face it, this guy is just simply overrated and always has been. Don’t expect a rebound, you will just be disappointed. Try to move him this week before it’s too late, it may already be. He’s going to do nothing again this week most likely. Even when he gets targets he drops the ball! Fughedaboutit!!!

Fred Davis @ New York Giants

I think Davis and Griffin will be a better combo as the season moves on, but right now Davis isn’t providing much (hasn’t scored a TD this season) and this is a tough matchup against the G-Men who are allowing the sixth fewest points to Tight Ends.

IDP’s

Start ‘Em

Chandler Jones vs New York Jets

The Jets have given up the 24th most points to Fantasy DE’s this season and Chandler has enjoyed a nice rookie season with five sacks and three forced fumbles. The Jets will be passing a ton in this game, so Jones will have plenty of shots on Sanchez and should get a sack or two.

Malcolm Jenkins @ Tampa Bay

Malcolm Jenkins, New Orleans Saints

Like this spot for Jenkins against Tampa who will be running a lot initially giving Jenkins a chance to rack up tackles. I look for around seven or eight tackles from Jenkins in this game.

Sit ‘Em

DeAngelo Hall @ New York Giants

Hall sees this list a lot because I don’t trust him against good QB’s. Hall exploits bad QB’s not good ones and I think he will struggle to produce going against Hakeem Nicks, Victor Cruz and Eli Manning.

Cortland Finnegan vs Green Bay Packers

Finnegan has been one of the better Fantasy Corners with 34 tackles, three picks and seven pass deflections. But I don’t think he gets any picks this week nor many pass deflections going against Aaron Rodgers. Tough matchup, I would look to bench him.

 

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by | September 27, 2012 · 6:08 pm

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 4 Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em

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Week three, and all it’s craziness are in the books. The replacement refs will return for tonight’s game between the Ravens and Browns and maybe they can return some sanity. The regular Refs will return and no doubt will be praised early on even if they make some horrible calls initially, but eventually, just like all refs, they will be bashed and harassed and we may even demand the replacement refs back! While I didn’t think the replacement refs were good, there was definitely a lot overreaction in the media in my opinion. But the good news is, you don’t have replacement writers here at Fp911. My Girlfriend will not be filling in for me this week, nor will my Aunt Cindy be making my selections. No, no, there will be none of that. I am here and would never compromise our product. Paul Greco Dan Stack, Dan Leason, Colin Hager, Chuck Anderson and the rest of the guys are all here and will remain here week to week to provide you with the best Fantasy Football information we possibly can.

You won’t see the obvious names on here, that would be pointless. Maybe occasionally to give you a reminder, but rather we are looking to identify some guys that you may be on the fence with and encourage you to either start or sit them. Matchups will be broken down, stats will be used, some projections will be provided and some “gut” feeling will be mixed in. But when it comes down to the come down, it’s your “gut” you need to roll with.

*Players listed in order of projected effectiveness in the start ‘em category and ineffectiveness in the sit ‘em category.

Quarterbacks

Start ‘Em

Peyton Manning vs Oakland

I’ve been off on Manning for two weeks in a row, but this week I “guarantee” I will be right as he will produce nicely for your fantasy teams. Manning got the job done last week against an extremely tough Texan defense by throwing for 330 yards with two TD’s and has been great at home thus far throwing for nearly 600 yards with 4 TD’s and no INT’s. He stays in Denver this week against Oakland and should have his way against this secondary that is ranked 27th overall in defending Fantasy QB’s.

Joe Flacco vs Cleveland

Joe Flacco, Baltimore Ravens

Cleveland’s secondary is just not the same without Stud CB Joe Haden and it’s showing in the numbers. The last two weeks they’ve been eaten up by Andy Dalton and Ryan Fitzpatrick and as a result are ranked 28th against Fantasy QB’s. Flacco may not have a huge yardage night but expect him to finish with around 250 yards passing with at least 2 TD’s.

Andy Dalton @ Jacksonville

Dalton could be coming into his own this season throwing back to back 300-yard three touchdown games. The matchups have helped against a Joe Haden less Browns secondary and an injury riddled Skins team, but nonetheless he’s producing at a high level. Jacksonville’s secondary hasn’t been bad this year ranked 10th overall against Fantasy QB’s, but I am a believer in Dalton and his weapons. The Bengals should have plenty of possessions with Blaine Gabbert’s ineffectiveness, so look for Dalton to get plenty of chances to score and find the endzone a few times.

Sit ‘Em

Jay Cutler @ Dallas

Cutler has been brutal after his big Week 1 showing, being held under 200 yards twice while throwing just 1 TD with 5 INT’s. Unfortunately for Jay, it does not get much easier against Dallas and their new and improved secondary. Dallas is currently allowing the fewest points to Fantasy QB’s and they will stay atop the charts after facing Cutler.

Jake Locker @ Houston

Locker was terrific against Detroit in Week three throwing for 378 with two TD’s, but the sledding gets rough this week against the Texans. I would not expect him to fare well against this top defense, so I advise you to keep the youngster reserved in this matchup.

Cam Newton @ Atlanta

Let’s hope this is the first and last time we have to put Newton on this list this season, but if he continues to play like he did last week against the Giants we might be seeing him here more often. Atlanta’s secondary has been great ranked 5th best in defending Fantasy QB’s as CB’s Asante Samuel and Dunta Robinson have been holding it down in the absence of CB Brent Grimes. Cam Newton also doesn’t have have great numbers against the Falcons with just two TD’s and 5 INT’s. You may not have a better option than Cam on your bench, but if you do, consider reserving him in this game.

Running Backs

Start ‘Em

Stevan Ridley @ Buffalo

Ridley was taken out of the gameplan last week against Baltimore but should return this week against Buffalo. The Patriots should be running often in this game as they should hold the lead for the majority of the game. Look for Ridley to approach 100 yards rushing and have a couple shots to reach the endzone.

Ryan Mathews @ Kansas City

Ryan Mathews, San Diego Chargers

Mathews made his 2012 season debut last week, but was somewhat limited in his return from his shoulder injury. It also didn’t help that the Chargers got blown out and Mathews didn’t have a chance to really produce. Expect Mathews to get going against Kansas City as he gets it done in both the passing and running game. I expect over 100 total yards with 4 to 5 catches and a possible score.

Cedric Benson @ New Orleans

To my surprise, Benson has been fairly involved in the Packers offense. He’s received nearly 40 carries in his last two games and is even catching some passes out of the backfield. He should definitely be in the gameplan this week against New Orleans and their last ranked Rush Defense. Benson should approach 100 yards and find the endzone in what will be a shootout at the Superdome.

Sit ‘Em

Chris Johnson @ Houston

If you have traded Chris Johnson, I can’t blame you with his atrocious 1.4 yards per carry. I mean what the hell happened to this dude? 1.4  ypc? I’m pretty sure you and I could go out there and average at least 2 yards per carry. Anyway if you can’t deal him he needs to remain benched until proven otherwise, plus, this matchup sucks. Hopefully Jake Locker continues to emerge this season and helps open up some holes for him.

Steven Jackson vs Seattle

Here is another guy that you will regret drafting. I spoke on it last week, I never understand the infatuation with this guy. I ranted on it already, but steer clear of Jackson against Seattle. The Seahawks defense is legit.

Ryan Williams vs Miami

Good news for Williams owners as Beanie Wells will be out until November with a turf toe injury. Williams also showed some life against Philly by rushing for 83 yards on 13 carries. But, keep Williams benched this week against Miami and their top 10 Run Defense.

Wide Receivers

Start ‘Em

Vincent Jackson vs Washington

Vincent Jackson, Tampa Bay Bucs

Jackson was a recommended sit last week against the Cowboys but he is a must-start against this injury decimated Washington Defense. The Skins secondary has allowed the most points to Fantasy WR’s in 2012 getting torched by Danny Amendola and A.J. Green the last two weeks.

Brandon Lloyd @ Buffalo

Lloyd and Brady are looking better and better every week and It could finally all come together in Buffalo. Lloyd has seen 25 combined targets the last two weeks and look for Brady to look his way often again on Sunday. Lloyd doesn’t have a score so far and only has one 100-yard game so there is still some time to buy low.

Torrey Smith vs Cleveland

I had Smith on my sit list last week, but had I known he was going to play despite his brothers death, I would of recommended him. We see it a lot where something tragic happens to these players and they go out, play and have a special performance. Much respect to Smith who went off for two TD’s against New England. After a slow start to the season I expect last week’s game to catapult Smith and he should enjoy another nice game tonight.

Sit ‘Em

Nate Washington @ Houston

There is that Houston defense again. Washington had an amazing catch last week which went for a TD, but reserve him in this game.

Brandon Marshall @ Dallas

Brandon Carr shutdown Vincent Jackson last week and I expect him to matchup with Brandon Marshall this week and contain him as well. Cutler has been brutal, the Dallas secondary has been superb, stay away from Marshall.

Danny Amendola vs Seattle

Amendola was slowed down against Chicago after he exploded against Washington and he could be slowed even more against Seattle and their physical corners. Brandon Browner and Co. will be up in the face of Amendola and I expect him to struggle. I like Amendola, I hate this matchup.

Tight Ends

Start ‘Em

Kyle Rudolph @ Detroit

Rudolph has 3 TD’s already this year and is proving to be Christian Ponder‘s favorite redzone target. Look for Rudolph to produce against the Lions who are allowing the 2nd most point to Fantasy Tight Ends.

Dennis Pitta vs Cleveland

Dennis Pitta, Baltimore Ravens

Pitta seems to be Joe Flacco‘s favorite option and it shows in the targets numbers as Pitta leads all Baltimore receivers with 31. Pitta should enjoy another nice game against Cleveland and is turning into an every week start.

Owen Daniels vs Tennessee

Daniels is finally healthy and has been steady so far this year. He finally reached the endzone last week and could return there again facing the Titans who are allowing the most points to Fantasy Tight Ends.

Sit ‘Em

Jared Cook @ Houston

Cook is the the 4th Titan to make the sit em list this week. Cook got into the endzone last week, but did come off a fluky big play. I expect Cook to remain inconsistent this year and he needs to be benched in unfavorable matchups such as this one.

Jason Witten vs Chicago

I thought Witten would get off the schnide last week, but he disappointed once again. Romo probably won’t have a bigtime game against Chicago, so that should mean Witten most likely will struggle again. Things will get better for Witten, but he needs to show it first before you start reinserting him back into your lineups.

Fred Davis @ Tampa Bay

After two slow weeks to start the season, Davis enjoyed a nice game last week going for 90 yards on seven catches. I’m still not convinced he’s going to be a favorite of RG3 this year or at least not right away so I am sitting him this week. Tampa Bay is also in the top 10 at defending the Tight End position.

IDP

Start ‘Em

Chris Clemons @ St. Louis

The undrafted Clemons had a monster game last week against Green Bay sacking Aaron Rodgers four times. Clemons has a great matchup against the Rams who allowed the most sacks in the league last year and are allowing the 2nd most sacks this year. Expect another nice performance.

Ed Reed vs Cleveland

Ed Reed, Baltimore Ravens

Ed Reed vs Brandon Weeden on National TV? Look for Reed to pick off Weeden at least once and possibly take one to the house.

Sit ‘Em

Cliff Avril vs Minnesota

Avril hasn’t gotten off to the start many people expected with just one sack this season after finishing with eleven last year. Keep him benched until he proves last season wasn’t a fluke.

Derrick Morgan @ Houston

Arian Foster and Ben Tate will be centerfolding this offense as usual, so Morgan won’t have many sack opportunities on Matt Schaub. The Texans offensive line has also allowed the 3rd fewest sacks.

 

 

 

 

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by | September 20, 2012 · 5:39 pm

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em

As seen on FP911.com. Make sure to check there for a ton of great info.

Week two was a bit nutty, and we definitely went through some peaks and valleys.C.J. Spiller and Reggie Bush had monster weeks and as a result you will not see them in my start ‘em list any longer. They should be started regardless of matchup. Brent Celekwho we advised to sit against the tough Baltimore Defense burned us and should be started regardless of matchup as well. Other misses were Peyton Manning, James Jones, Randall Cobb and Tony Moeaki, while we hit on Brandon LaFell, Andrew Luck, Matt Cassel and Fred Davis. So, pretty much a 50/50 week. Not bad, but let’s shoot for 75% this weekend. Feel free to email me at SteveDeAngelo@gmail.com or hit me up on twitter @FantasySavvy with any specific questions.

You won’t see the obvious names on here, that would be pointless. Maybe occasionally to give you a reminder, but rather we are looking to identify some guys that you may be on the fence with and encourage you to either start or sit them. Matchups will be broken down, stats will be used, some projections will be provided and some “gut” feeling will be mixed in. But when it comes down to the come down, it’s your “gut” you need to roll with. 

*Players listed in order of projected effectiveness in the start ‘em category and ineffectiveness in the sit ‘em category.

Quarterbacks

Start ‘Em

Alex Smith, San Francisco 49ers

Alex Smith @ Minnesota

In his last nine games Alex Smith has 12 TD’s and zero INT’s, displaying accuracy and poise. That success should continue this week against a Minnesota secondary that has allowed 480 yards and four TD’s toBlaine Gabbert and Andrew Luck through the first two weeks. Look for a another typical, efficient game from Alex Smith as he finishes with close to 300 yards passing and throws at least two TD’s.

Andy Dalton @ Washington

The Washington secondary looked very spotty last week especially after losing key defensive components Adam Carriker and Brian Orakpo for the season. Sam Bradford lit them up for 310 yards and 3 TD’s and I expect Dalton to have similar success. DeAngelo Hall cannot keep up with A.J. Green and Dalton now has two emerging targets in Andrew Hawkins and Brandon Tate. This should be a high scoring affair, so look for Dalton to put up some gaudy numbers.

Andrew Luck vs Jacksonville

Luck looked solid last week in his home opener even though it came against the porous Minnesota secondary. Jacksonville and their lackluster offensive attack comes to town this weekend and with that should mean plenty of possessions for the Colts. Luck may not have a huge yardage day, but I expect him to be very efficient and toss 2 or 3 TD’s.

Sit ‘Em

Carson Palmer vs Pittsburgh Steelers

Palmer is much better in Fantasy Football than he is in real life because he does put up a lot of yards, but if you play him on the wrong week he can destroy your team. This is one of the weeks as the Raiders host the Steelers. Palmer moves like my 75 year-old Aunt Bloopie and the Steelers and their pass rush are going to terrorize him. Yes, Palmer may throw for 250 and possibly 1 or 2 TD’s in this game, but I also expect him to toss at least 2 or 3 interceptions as well. The odds are Palmer has a very ugly game on Sunday, stay away.

Sam Bradford @ Chicago

As noted before, Bradford had a monster game at home against the beat up Washington defense. This week it gets a little tougher on the road at Soldier Field in Chicago. I love what Danny Amendola has done and it looks like he’s in for a big season, but the Skins D was just letting him go whatever he wanted. Not sure that will be the case against the physical Bears defense who have two solid CB’s in Tim Jennings and Charles Tillman. The Bears slowed Aaron Rodgers last week and I expect them to slow Bradford down as well.

Peyton Manning vs Houston

I like the fact that Manning returns home against a team he historically has had good success against, but this a new and improved Texans Defense, a far cry from what Manning use to face when he was a Colt. Manning will be facing a Texans defense that was 4th best against Fantasy QB’s in 2011 and in 2012 thus far, are the best. I think Peyton is in for a very solid season, this is just a week to consider benching him.

Running Backs

Start ‘Em

Trent Richardson, Cleveland Browns

Trent Richardson vs Buffalo

After Week 1 many Richardson owners had doubts about the Rookie back. But  he put a lot of those doubts to rest last week with his performance against the Bengals as he finished with over 140 total yards with two TD’s. Richardson ran with force, power and speed, and looked to be past his knee injury. Against Buffalo this week, the Browns should keep pace with the Bills and Richardson will  be heavily involved. Look for another very strong performance from the Rook.

Michael Bush vs St. Louis

Matt Forte has already been listed as “OUT” for this Sunday, so Mike Bush will get all he can handle against the Rams. Bush is an excellent goal line option and I expect him to find the endzone at least once if not twice against the Rams. You drafted Bush now go plug him into your lineup.

BenJarvus Green-Ellis @ Washington

The “LawFirm” has been fairly solid to start the season averaging 4.3 yards per carry and has been heavily featured in the Bengals offense averaging 19 carries per game. I expect the Bengals to be in the redzone often against the Skins, so look for Green-Ellis to punch the ball into the endzone at least once.

 

Sit ‘Em

Steven Jackson @ Chicago

I never really understood the infatuation with Steven Jackson. I’m sure he would have been much more successful had he not played for the lowly Rams all these years, but still year after year, owners draft him fairly early and their expectations are always too high. Jackson always gets a good amount of touches and gets a decent amount of yards, but he has only finished with over 10 TD’s once in his career which was in 2006.

Anyway I digress, I will never understand the Jackson love, but for owners who are considering to start him this week he needs to be benched. Chicago is a rough matchup and Jackson didn’t practice on Wednesday due to a groin injury. There were also some talk that Jeff Fisher benched Jackson after he spiked a ball in frustration, and that wouldn’t be the first time we saw Fisher do that to one of his players. To make matters worse, Jackson’s new backup Daryl Richardson ran well in Jackson’s absence and could now earn a bigger role regardless of Jackson’s health. Look to trade Steven Jackson if you can, but if your still a believer in the guy, keep him benched this week.

Shonn Greene @ Miami Dolphins

Greene was predictably stuffed up against the Steelers last week running for just 23 yards on 11 carries and I expect more disappointment against the Dolphins who shut down Darren McFadden last week. Miami was 6th best against Fantasy RB’s last year and look to be solid once again in 2012.

Adrian Peterson vs San Francisco

Against any other defense I would say Peterson is a must-start, but the 49ers are just so dominate against the run. We are talking about a team that allowed just three rushing TD’s all of last season and just 77 yards per game. If you have better options, keep Peterson benched.

Wide Receivers

Start ‘Em

Dwayne Bowe, Kansas City Chiefs

Dwayne Bowe @ New Orleans

The Chiefs have been a pretty miserable bunch, but at least Dwayne Bowe hasn’t been. Bowe, looking to return to 2010 form when he had 15 TD’s, began that treck with 100 yards and 2 TD’s against the Bills last week. The Chiefs should be playing catch up in this one and will be airing it out, so Bowe should once again be the benefactor.

Dez Bryant vs Tampa Bay

I’m a little hesitant to put Dez here, but I don’t think it can get any worse than it got last week. Bryant had multiple drops and also lost a fumble, but I’ll chalk it up as a bad game and look for him to have his best game of the season so far against the Bucs. Hakeem Nicks absolutely abused Aqib Talib not even playing full strength, so Dez should also find some success. I expect Romo and the Cowboys to bounce back at home and for Bryant to finish with around 100 yards with a possible score.

Brandon LaFell vs New York Giants

LaFell was good to us last week finishing with 6 catches for 90 yards as it looks like he’s starting to emerge as a legitimate 2nd option behind Steve Smith. I expect him to keep it rolling in what should be a high scoring affair (Vegas has the total set at 51) in Carolina on Thursday Night.

Sit ‘Em

Eric Decker vs Houston

Decker was supposed to be Peyton Manning’s go to guy, but it’s been Demaryius Thomas. There is a chance Decker could still be that guy, but it won’t start this week against Houston. Wade Phillips has this Defense playing top notch and they will slow down Peyton Manning and Eric Decker. Decker is a solid buy-low candidate right now as he will start paying dividends eventually.

Vincent Jackson @ Dallas 

Jackson has been Josh Freeman’s favorite target so far and should remain so throughout the season. I am a little weary of Jackson in this matchup however going against Mo Claiborne and Brandon Carr. The Dallas secondary has been very solid through two weeks and I expect them to hold Jackson under 60 yards.

Torrey Smith vs New England

The potential breakout candidate has had a very slow to start to the season with just four catches for 100 yards through two games.  I expect Smith to get going eventually, but he may not have the breakout season that many predicted. This isn’t a great matchup against an improved New England Defense that’s allowed the 8th fewest points to Fantasy WR’s so far this season. The Pats also shut down Larry Fitzgerald last week holding him to just four yards.

Tight Ends

Start ‘Em

Owen Daniels @ Denver 

Fairly steady production for Daniels in 2012 as he has caught 10 balls for 130 yards while seeing 17 targets through two games. Good matchup for him in Week 3 as he gets the Broncos who have struggled defending the Tight End. Heath Miller and Tony Gonzalez both found paydirt against the Broncos, so there is a good chance that Daniels finds it. Even if he doesn’t get there I expect him to finish with enough yards and catches to make him worthy of a fantasy start in Week 3.

Jason Witten vs Tampa Bay

Jason Witten, Dallas Cowboys

This is more of a “gut” pick than anything but I look for Witten and Romo to finally get on track in Week 3. Martellus Bennett found success against Tampa Bay last week with five catches for 72 yards and a TD and I expect his ex-teammate to flourish also.

Greg Olsen vs New York Giants

Trying to leave off the obvious choices here, I am going with another “gut” pick in Olsen. While Olsen was mostly silent last week against New Orleans with just 1 catch for 13 yards, I believe he fares much better against the Giants. Newton and Eli will be airing it out all night and I look for Olsen to get into the mix finishing with close to 60-70 yards receiving with a possible score.

Sit ‘Em

Jermaine Gresham @ Washington

Gresham has just been simply uneventful and until he proves he can produce you need to leave him benched.

Kyle Rudolph vs San Francisco

Rudolph found the endzone last week, but hasn’t seen many targets or produced many yards. Don’t like the youngster against the 49ers who finished 2011 ranked 6th best against defending the Tight End.

Jacob Tamme vs Houston

Despite his two-catch 13-yard game against Atlanta last week, Tamme is still the Tight End to own in Denver. But, this is a game you probably want to sit him going against the Texans and their stout Defense which ranked 4th overall in defending the Tight End in 2011.

IDP

Start ‘Em

Cortland Finnegan, St. Louis Rams

Cortland Finnegan @ Chicago

Finnegan has taken his talents to St. Louis and has been great with 14 tackles, 2 INT’s, 3 pass deflections and a Defensive TD. Playing against Jay Cutler there is always a solid chance for an INT, at the very least he should rack up a couple pass deflections.

Sean Lee vs Tampa Bay

Greg Schiano loves to run the Football so expect a heavy dose of Doug Martin and for Sean Lee to rack up the tackles. He has 14 through two games.

 

Sit ‘Em

DeMarcus Ware vs Tampa Bay

As I’ve mentioned the Bucs will be running a ton, so don’t know how effective Ware will be with his sack chances being limited. This could be a slow week for Ware.

Brandon Browner vs Green Bay

Browner is a talented CB, but I hate this matchup against Aaron Rodgers who rarely gives the ball to the defense.

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by | December 3, 2011 · 11:11 pm

Fantasy Savvy Player Rankings Week 13

With one week before the playoffs, I had to get these rankings out to you. We know you need them, so I am are here to deliver. It should be noted that these rankings aren’t your typical sissy rankings. Sometimes certain guys just need to be ranked higher or lower based on what has been happening of late or because of a certain matchup. I see a lot of these rankings that are just so robotic based on a players past history and name recognition. If the guy hasn’t been doing it all year or has a certain matchup then he needs to be dropped in the rankings, on the other hand if you have a guy who has been hot in recent weeks and has a nice matchup, he deserves to be moved up. In other words, a lot of these other sites have NO BALLS, they take the “Safe” route, because most of them are real life dorks anyway. I try to do the best I can with this. Now to the best rankings in the business. May all your teams win this week!

QB’s

1) Tom Brady vs Indy

2) Aaron Rodgers @ NYG

3) Drew Brees vs Det

4) Tony Romo @ Arizona

5) Cam Newton @ Tb

6) Tim Tebow @ Minnesota -Don’t Doubt him.

7) Eli Manning vs GB

8) Matthew Stafford @ NO

9) Ben Roethlisberger vs Cincy

10) Phillip Rivers @ Jacksonville

11) Matt Ryan @ Houston

12) Josh Freeman vs Carolina

13) Matt Moore vs Oakland

14) Carson Palmer @ Miami

15) Alex Smith vs St. Louis

16) Matt Hasselbeck @ Buffalo

17) Mark Sanchez @ Washington

18) Kevin Kolb vs Dallas

19) Andy Dalton @ Pit

20) Caleb Hanie vs KC

21) Joe Flacco @ Cleveland- Rough matchup vs No. 1 Pass D

22) Ryan Fitzpatrick vs Ten

23) Christian Ponder vs Denver

24) Rex Grossman vs NYJ

25) Kyle Orton @ Chicago

26) Sam Bradford @ SF

27) Dan Orlovsky @ NE

28) TJ Yates vs Atlanta

29) Colt McCoy vs Balt

30) Blaine Gabbert vs SD

31) Tyler Palko @ Chi

RB’s

1) DeMarco Murray @ Arizona

2) Frank Gore vs St. Louis

3) LeGarrette Blount vs Carolina

4) Ray Rice @ Cleveland

5) Maurice Jones-Drew vs SD

6) Arian Foster vs Atlanta

7) Matt Forte vs KC

8) Ryan Matthews @ Jac

9) Chris Johnson @ Buffalo

10) Beanie Wells vs Dallas

11) Willis McGahee @ Minnesota

12) Michael Bush @ Miami

13) Darren Sproles vs Detroit

14) Reggie Bush vs Oakland

15) BenJarvus Green-Ellis vs Indy- Should clean up early before making way to the youngstas

16) CJ Spiller vs Ten- Don’t sleep on this kid, solid PPR play.

17) Kevin Smith @ New Orleans** questionable, but likely to play.

18) Michael Turner @ Houston- ** questionable with Groin, but should play.

19) DeAngelo Williams @ TB

20) Jonathan Stewart @ TB

21) Mark Ingram vs Det

22) Rashad Mendenhall vs Cincy

23) Roy Helu vs NYJ- Jets have been shutting down backs for the last month

24) Cedric Benson @ Pit- questionable, but will play. Steelers are rough matchup

25) Shonn Greene @ Washington

26) Donald Brown @ NE

26A) Ahmad Bradshaw vs GB—-If he Plays, highly questionable

27) James Starks @ NYG

28) Toby Gerhart vs Denver

29) Peyton Hillis vs Baltimore

30) Steven Jackson @ SF

31) Brandon Jacobs vs GB

32) Ben Tate vs Atlanta

33) Mike Tolbert @ Jac

34) Kendall Hunter vs STL

35) Maurice Morris @ NO

36) Marion Barber vs KC

37) Daniel Thomas vs Oakland

38) Dexter McCluster @ Chi

39) LaDainian Tomlinson @ Washington** Questionable

40) Joe Addai @ NE** Questionable

41) Ryan Grant @ NYG

42) Danny Woodhead vs Indy

43) Shane Vareen vs Indy

44) Felix Jones @ Arizona

45) Javon Ringer @ Buffalo

46) Ricky Williams @ Cle

WR’s

1) Calvin Johnson @ NO

2) Steve Smith @ TB

3) Greg Jennings @ NYG

4) Wes Welker vs Indy

5) Larry Fitzgerald vs Dallas

6) Mike Wallace vs Cincy

7) Brandon Marshall vs Oakland

8) Marques Colston vs Detroit

9) Victor Cruz vs GB

10) Laurent Robinson @ Arizona

11) AJ Green @ Pittsburgh

11A) Vincent Jackson @ Jax

12) Jordy Nelson vs NYG

13) Roddy White @ Houston- Don’t like this matchup against Houston ranked 2nd against the pass.

14) Dez Bryant @ Arizona

15) Andre Johnson vs Atlanta- TJ Yates factor

16) Hakeem Nicks vs GB

17) Brandon Lloyd @ SF

18) Percy Harvin vs Denver

19) Antonio Brown vs Cincy

20) Stevie Johnson vs Ten

21) Santonio Holmes @ Washington

22) Plaxico Buress @ Washington

23) Dwayne Bowe @ Chicago

24) Eric Decker @ Minnesota

25) Julio Jones @ Houston

26) Michael Crabtree vs St. Louis

27) Reggie Wayne @ NE

28) Damien Williams @ Buffalo

29) Nate Washington @ Buffalo

30) Deion Branch vs Indy

31) Anquan Boldin @ Cle

32) Denarius Moore @ Miami

32A) Pierre Garcon @ NE

33) Santana Moss vs NYJ

34) Lance Moore vs Detroit

35) Malcolm Floyd @ Jac

36) Greg Little vs Baltimore

37) Torrey Smith @ Cle

38) Nate Burleson @ NO

39) Johnny Knox vs KC

40) James Jones @ NYG

41) Steve Breaston @ Chicago

42) Jabaar Gaffney vs NYJ

43) Jerome Simpson @ Pit

44) Harry Douglas @ Houston

TE’s

1) Jimmy Graham vs Detroit

2) Rob Gronkowski vs Indy

3) Aaron Hernandez vs Indy

4) Jason Witten @ Arizona

5) Fred Davis vs NYJ- Jets can’t cover tight ends

6) Antonio Gates @ Jax

7) Jermichael Finley @ NYG- This has to be a matchup Finley exploits

8) Tony Gonzalez @ Houston

9) Kellen Winslow vs Carolina

10) Dustin Keller @ Washington

11) Heath Miller vs Cincy

11A) Jacob Tamme @ NE

12) Brandon Pettigrew @ NO

13) Greg Olsen @ TB

14) Jermaine Gresham @ Pit

15) Jake Ballard vs GB

16) Owen Daniels vs Atlanta

17) Ed Dickson @ Cleveland

18) Anthony Fasano vs Oakland

19) Scott Chandler vs Ten

20) Visanthe Shiancoe vs Denver

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by | December 1, 2011 · 6:32 pm

Fantasy Savvy Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em Week 13

As the Fantasy regular season gets ready to close, I want to thank everyone who has followed this column each week. I hope my information and insight has helped your Fantasy squads perform at a higher level.

Onto Week 13, an extremely important week whether you are trying to get into the playoffs or are already in the playoffs and just trying to improve your seeding.

Disclaimer: Defenses and Kickers are left out each week, we trust you can handle that on your own. Also try to leave the obvious choices out, Start Victor Cruz!!!

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QB’s Start ‘Em

Vince Young @ Seattle

Vince Young threw for 400 yards and a TD last week against the Patriots in what proved to be a very fine fantasy performance. Some argue, it was “garbage time” stats and yes the part of that is true. However, people seem to forget that DeSean Jackson dropped two TD’s, one which was about a 60 yard pass. Add those two TD’s and that is a MONSTER fantasy performance. Vince also added 40 rushing yards, despite the fact he is now staying in the pocket more than ever and only really running when he has to. He is getting it done, he is showing good pocket presence, making good reads and looking accurate on deep balls. So stick with Vince once again as I make it the 3rd consecutive week of recommending him.

Tim Tebow @ Minnesota

Tebow is getting it done each week, averaging around 18 fantasy points per game. The running stats will always be there, but he is starting to throw a bit better each week. This week Tebow matches up against the Vikings who have the WORST pass D in the NFL. Look for Tebow to get the usual running stats, but find Eric Decker, Eddie Royal and Demaryius Thomas more often on Sunday. Trust Tebow, he hasn’t let his owners down yet.

Matt Stafford @ New Orleans

Stafford didn’t look all that great on Thanksgiving and some are concerned about this finger injury. However reports are he shed the splint and the gloves he has been wearing since the injury. Look for Stafford to get it going against New Orleans as he will be slinging the ball left and right in order to keep up Drew Brees. He is going to finish with at least 2 TD’s in his matchup with close to 300 yards passing.

 

Sit ‘Em

Joe Flacco @ Cleveland

Can’t trust Flacco here. He’s been underwhelming all year and now goes against the best pass defense in the NFL.

Andy Dalton @ Pittsburgh

Dalton, very talented Rookie, but not a very good matchup here. Yards could be there, but TD’s will be limited, may only end up throwing one in this game. Look for other options.

Matt Ryan @ Houston

After a faulty start to the year, Ryan has officially turned it around with two 300 performances and 9 TD’s in his last four games. But this is a tough matchup for Ryan against the much improved Texans defense which ranks 2nd against the pass. Don’t expect a big game from Ryan this Sunday.

 

RB’s Start ‘Em

LeGarrette Blount vs Carolina


We all know how bad Carolina’s run D is, WORST IN THE LEAGUE! Blount is pretty much a must-start in this game.

Ben Jarvus Green-Ellis vs Indianapolis

You never really know what Bill Belichick is going to do with his running backs from week to week, but I think Green-Ellis will get enough burn here to be effective. New England will have plenty of scoring possessions early and that means the Lawfirm will be getting goal line opportunities. He may eventually make way to Steven Ridley, Shane Vareen or Danny Woodhead in the 2nd half, but Ben-Jarvus should finish with enough overall fantasy points to be worthy of the start.

Reggie Bush @ Oakland

Props to Bush for silencing some of the haters. He has started to hit the hole, run hard and has proved to be durable throughout the season. He has been pretty steady the last 4 weeks and I wouldn’t expect it to be any different this week against Oakland who has been struggling against the run all year giving up the 27th most points to opposing Running Backs.

 

Sit ‘Em

Steven Jackson @ San Francisco

49ers D, No.1 Rush D in the league, no TD’s allowed all year! Forget about Jackson this week, he will produce little.

Peyton Hillis vs Cleveland

The Madden curse has been in full affect this year and even though Hillis returned last week he still only averaged 3.4 YPC on 19 carries. He will fare worse this week against the stifling Baltimore D. Stay away.

Michael Turner @ Houston

Turner never has fared well against good defenses and he will face one this week in Houston, allowing the 3rd fewest points to opposing RB’s. Also expect this Houston D to step up even more, since their QB situation is so dire.

 

WR’s Start ‘Em

Riley Cooper/Jason Avant @ Seattle

Chances are one of these guys has a nice game. Two weeks ago it was Cooper, last week it was Avant who had over 100 yards. Cooper still had a decent game as well with 71 yards receiving. I would give Riley the slight edge, just because I think he has a little more rapport with Young, but with Maclin out again, both could be effective.

Eric Decker @ Minnesota

Decker is easily Tebow’s favorite and best target right now. He also deserves some credit for finishing these games late as he keeps catching big TD’s. Look for Decker to add more in the yards department against this Minnesota secondary and possibly find the endzone once again.

Reggie Wayne @ New England


This just has been a rough season for Reggie Wayne and the Colts. Peyton Manning’s injury has ruined both of their seasons. But at least last week, coming off his bye, Wayne showed some life going over 100 yards and catching a TD. Dan Orlovsky takes over for Curtis Painter this week, but he can’t be any worse than Painter, can he? The matchup is sound enough to use Wayne in this spot. The Colts will be passing all game, so Wayne should at least put up serviceable numbers with a chance to go over 100 yards again against this poor New England secondary.

 

Sit ‘Em

Anquan Boldin @ Cleveland

I’ve been picking against WR’s who match up with Joe Haden and the Cleveland secondary all year. AJ Green fared well by going over 100 yards, but that kid is a very special talent while Boldin isn’t the player he used to be. Avoid Boldin this week in a harsh matchup.

Santana Moss vs New York Jets

Stevie Johnson surprised all of us with this performance against Darelle Revis last week and it actually burnt me in one of my leagues. But it’s very hard to suggest starting somebody when they face the Jets secondary led by Revis. If Moss starts to get hot, the Jets will just put him on the island and it will most likely be all over from there. I don’t think you can be confident in Moss against the Jets.

Julio Jones @ Houston

Jones returned from his hammy injury last week, but didn’t have a catch. No denying Jones talent and ability to have a strong game out of the blue, but I think you need to sit him against this strong Houston secondary allowing the 5th fewest points to fantasy wideouts.

 

TE’s Start ‘Em

Fred Davis vs New York Jets


If your a Jets fan like me you know they can’t cover Tight Ends. Davis has been Washington’s main go to guy pretty much all year, look for Davis to have a solid game as he exposes the Jets Safeties in coverage.

Brent Celek @ Seattle

Celek now has five straight games with over 50 yards receiving and in four of those games he has five catches or more making him a very solid start in PPR leagues. Seattle is 5th worst at defending the Tight End, so gotta roll with Celek again.

Dustin Keller @ Washington

Can Mark Sanchez have another late season revival like we have seen the last two years? Well, regardless he’s going to try and Dustin Keller will be his safety net. Last week Keller had 60 yards and 2 TD’s on 4 catches and Keller has been serviceable with four 50 yard performances in his last six games. When the Jets play well Keller is usually involved. Give Keller a shot, I think he does well down the stretch here.

 

Sit ‘Em

Owen Daniels vs Atlanta

Daniels has been disappointing all year and now it gets even worse with Schaub and Leinart both out for the season. At least Leinart would throw underneath a bunch, while the new starter TJ Yates likes to go downfield a bit more. Plus they will probably run the ball more than ever now. Keep Daniels on your bench.

Vernon Davis vs St. Louis

Davis was held in check last week against Baltimore with just 4 catches for 38 yards. This week an even tougher matchup on paper against the No. 1 defense in defending the Tight End. Keep Davis reserved.

 

IDP’s Start ‘Em

Kyle Arrington, CB, New England Patriots vs Indianapolis

Arrington has had a pretty solid year fantasy wise with 12 pass deflections and 7 Int’s. Those deflections and Int’s could increase this week against the Colts new starter Dan Orlovsky. Who knows how Dan the Man will perform, but it probably won’t be pretty. Good spot to go with Arrington here.

Chad Greenway, LB, Minnesota Vikings

Here come the Denver Broncos and their run heavy offense. Greenway will have plenty of chances to rack up tackles which makes him a safe start.

Aldon Smith, DE, San Francisco 49ers vs St. Louis

Smith has had a pretty solid year so far with 8 sacks. He should add onto that total against Sam Bradford and his offensive line who have allowed the most sacks in the league. This should be a dominating performance by the 49ers and Smith.

 

Sit ‘Em

Jabrari Greer, CB, New Orleans Saints vs Detroit

Never like starting a corner who will be matched up against Calvin Johnson. Greer has been on of the best in the pass deflection category ranked 2nd overall, but don’t like the matchup this week.

Kyle Vanden Bosch, DE, Detroit Lions @ New Orleans

Drew Brees will be slinging a ton, but Vanden Bosch chances of getting sacks will be limited. The Saints are allowing the sixth fewest sacks so far this season and a big part of that is Drew Brees getting the ball out quick enough and getting out of the pocket to make plays.

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by | November 11, 2011 · 5:20 pm

Fantasy Savvy- Start Em’ Sit Em’ Week 10

Playoffs are nearing, some are fine tuning their stud team(s), some are just trying to maintain and hold on, and some need a pure miracle. Whether your coasting to victory or are close to the edge of the cliff, I advise and remind you to not waiver, but stay focused. The best teams could go out early and the worst teams could end up getting hot at the right time. For in the end you want to know, just like in any other endeavor, that you gave it your all.

Disclaimer: Kickers and Defenses are left out each week, also I try to leave the most obvious choices out. Start Adrian Peterson!!!

 

QB’s Start Em’


Mark Sanchez vs New England

You know the drill, New England’s pass defense still hasn’t figured it out, still ranking dead last against the pass through 8 games. Sanchez and this offense have been playing much better since their Week 5 matchup @ New England where he threw for just 166 yards. Expect Sanchez to approach the 250-yard mark in this game and throw 2-3 TD’s.

Tim Tebow @ Kansas City

After his game against the Lions two weeks ago, most “experts” were bashing Tebow relentlessly. I heard things like, “He has no chance”, “The worst QB in the league” and that him starting was “A joke”. Talk about overreaction, I understand the guy has an ugly release and the odds are against him to fully succeed, but give the guy a chance. I have always maintained the position that Tebow will become a competent QB in his league. I believe Tebow won’t stop until he becomes a successful passer and do everything in his power to succeed. In the meantime, his running skills will help him to get by. We saw that last week against the Raiders, with the Broncos suiting the offense even more to Tebow with a bunch of zone read plays. Tebow erupted by rushing for over 100 yards, the first QB to accomplish that feat this year, before Vick or Newton. White Boy dominating!!!  So were riding with Tebow this week. Romeo Crennel will probably have something for the zone read this week, but I still think Tebow rushes for between 50-80 yards while finishing with 2 total TD’s. At this point, Tebow is a must-start every week because of the potential rushing yards and TD’s.

 

Christian Ponder @ Green Bay

Ponder has played pretty well in his first three games as a rookie QB. He played GB earlier this year and finished with 219 yards passing with 2 TD’s as well as 31 yards rushing. Ponder and the Minnesota offense will be playing catch up for the majority of this game, so expect Ponder to put up pretty respectable numbers once again.

 

Sit Em’


Jay Cutler @ Detroit

Cutler is doing the best he can with a weak wide receiver corps and inconsistent offensive line. The Bears have actually helped Cutler of late, by switching to 3-step drops and running the ball more often. But while Cutler has been efficient, his numbers have been average with just 11 TD’s. Cutler only has two 300-yard games this year and hasn’t thrown for 3 TD’s in a game yet. This week is a tough matchup for Cutler, the Lions are allowing the 6th fewest points to QB’s and as we know have an extremely good defensive line. I’m not sure how Cutler’s offensive line will hold up in this one, so your better off just sitting Cutler this week, I would rather give Christian Ponder the start.

 

Sam Bradford @ Cleveland

Rough matchup for Bradford in just his second game back from injury. Cleveland’s secondary led by CB Joe Haden has been excellent all year ranked 3rd best in points allowed to QB’s. Bradford’s favorite target from last year, Mark Clayton returns this week, but it doesn’t matter, you need to keep Bradford benched.

 

Josh Freeman vs Houston

Freeman has regressed in his Sophomore year with 8 TD’s and 10 Int’s through 8 games. Houston is ranked 4th in defending Fantasy QB’s. Keep Freeman benched.

 

Something To Think About: Sitting Tom Brady

The Jets have been great against the pass allowing just 11 pts a game to Fantasy QB’s. It’s still Tom Brady, but it’s something to consider. Maybe Tim Tebow, Mark Sanchez over Brady this week? I think I would do it.

 

RB’s Start Em’

 

Willis McGahee @ Kansas City

McGahee has found new life in Denver, blasting through holes and running strong. Last week he rushed for 163 yards and 2 TD’s against Oakland and is becoming a very reliable starter with four 100-yard games on the season. It should only continue now with Tebow under the helm creating lanes for McGahee. The zone read opened up two of those big runs for Willis last week and I think we will continue to see more of that going forward. McGahee is a very good trade target right now and he needs to be in your lineup each week.

Reggie Bush @ Washington

I could probably write a 50 page column just about Reggie Bush. I was one who remained faithful to him year in and year out, only to be disappointed time and time again. Bush has cost me countless fantasy wins and probably a few fantasy titles as well. Even this year, he burned me a few times. But the last two weeks, Reggie has heated up, as Miami is smartly starting to use him more. It hasn’t been all Reggie’s fault, even Sean Payton towards the end of his Saints run wasn’t using him correctly. Sporano was doing the same, but the last two weeks he has woke up and gotten Reggie the ball. Miami realizes they need to increase his touches and hopefully they will continue to. With that, I am recommending Reggie Bush for the first time all year. The offensive line is playing better and Reggie is running well. Keep him in there while he’s hot and Sporano and Co. are wisely feeding him the rock.

 

Chris Johnson @ Carolina

Still not a fan of Johnson, still don’t think he’s the same back, but I gotta suggest him this week against Carolina. I did see some positive signs from Johnson last week and I think he can take some of that momentum into Carolina who is dead last in points allowed to Fantasy RB’s. I still would sell Johnson if you can, and maybe after a good performance this week, you can formulate a nice deal.

 

Sit Em’


Ahmad Bradshaw/Brandon Jacobs @ San Francisco

Jacobs stepped up in Bradshaw’s absence last week and could get the nod again this week as Bradshaw’s status is in doubt. However, neither back is worth starting against the stellar 49ers Run D, keep em both on your bench.

 

LeGarrette Blount @ Houston

Under new Defensive Coordinator Wade Phillips, this Houston D has been much improved, especially against the run ranked 3rd in defending Fantasy RB’s. Blount just came back from injury last week and had 13 carries for 72 yards with no TD’s against New Orleans. I would expect something similar this week, not really making him worthy of a start. Blount only has one game over 100-yards this year and hasn’t been as good as owners had hoped, coming off a fairly good rookie season. Keep him on your bench this week.

 

Roy Helu vs Miami

Helu had an absolutely ridiculous stat line last week with 14 catches for 105 yards. John Beck just kept dumping off and dumping off to him. Really that is just pathetic offense by the Skins. Shanahan early this week said that Helu would now only come off the field when he was tired, but then changed that and said he needs to rest guys so they can stay fresh. Who knows what Shanahan is going to do, maybe he gives Tashard Choice 10 carries this week, or splits Choice, Helu and Torain. The point is, once you think you can trust Shanahan, he burns you. So even though Helu appears to be the back on this team, I suggest you take a wait and see approach.

 

WR’s Start Em’


Laurent Robinson vs Buffalo

Robinson was already out producing Miles Austin when Austin was healthy, it just seems Romo and Robinson have a nice rapport. So Robinson makes for a nice little start this week against Buffalo. Robinson has 10 catches for 135 yards and two TD’s in his last two games, give him a shot this week.

Julio Jones vs New Orleans

I can’t think of a corner on New Orleans that matches up with Jones, then again I can’t think of any corners who match up with his size and speed. Jones came back last week after his hammy injury which kept him out several weeks and exploded for 131 yards and two TD’s on just 3 catches. In a high scoring affair such as this should be, look for Jones to finish with around 5-6 catches with close to 100 yards and a possible score.

 

DeSean Jackson vs Arizona

Jackson has been brutal the past three weeks being held under 50 yards receiving without a score. But this week he will get behind the poor Arizona secondary. Andy Reid knows he needs to start getting the ball to Jackson more, so look for that to happen this week. Jackson will have a rebound game, get him in your lineups.

 

Sit Em’

 

Brandon Lloyd @ Cleveland

Lloyd has gotten off to a fast start with the Rams with three straight games over 50 yards receiving. But this week you need to sit him. Again we mention Cleveland CB Joe Haden who is an emerging as a shutdown corner. Bradford and Lloyd will both be contained by this impressive Cleveland secondary.

 

Reggie Wayne vs Jacksonville

What a disappointment the Colts and Reggie Wayne have been. Peyton Manning’s absence really has effected this whole team. Curtis Painter started out playing fairly well, but has just been pure brutal the last couple of weeks. You just can’t trust Wayne at this point and most likely for the rest of the year. Keep him benched, especially in this matchup against Jacksonville ranked 2nd best in points allowed to Fantasy Wideouts.

 

Pierre Garcon vs Jacksonville

Like Wayne, Garcon can’t be trusted right now with the way Painter is playing. That guy has been absolutely brutal. Again, Jags have one of the best pass defenses, Keep Garcon benched until Painter shows he doesn’t stink like your neighbor Gary’s feet.

 

TE’s Start Em’

 

Heath Miller @ Cincy

Love the way Miller has been playing of late. I told you to think about sitting him last week since he was facing Baltimore who was #1 against Tight Ends and he still tore em up for 5 catches and 73 yards. Miller is matchup proof, make sure he is in your lineups every week from here on in.

 

Fred Davis vs Miami

Davis had a bit of a slow week in Week 9 with just 45 yards, but he still remains the #1 target in Washington as of now. Unless of course Roy Helu catches 4887878 passes again. Look for Davis to rebound this week as Beck wants to prove he can throw the ball more than 3 yards downfield. Miami is also 27th worst in defending the Tight End.

 

Brent Celek vs Arizona

Celek is another Tight End who has come on the Fantasy Radar of late with 14 catches in his last two games for 154 yards and a score. As defenses are trying to take away the deep ball, Vick is finding Celek underneath. The Eagles are also starting to realize they need to utilize Celek. That will continue this week against Arizona, as Vick and the Eagles will shred this defense.

 

Sit Em’

 

Jacob Tamme vs Jacksonville

Tamme stepped in for Dallas Clark last year and was one of the best pickups, producing week in and week out. He will step in again this week with Clark out, but against you can’t trust any Colt with the way Painter is playing.

 

Dustin Keller vs New England Patriots

Keller was shut down in their Week 5 matchup against the Pats finishing with just 1 catch for 7 yards. I suspect that Belichick will try to take Sanchez’ safety blanket away once again.

 

Zach Miller vs St. Louis

Pete Carroll said he wants to get the talented Miller more involved in the offense. That’s a good plan, but they don’t have a reliable QB to get him the ball and this is a bad matchup against St. Louis ranked 2nd in defending the Tight End. Plus Miller has done zip all year.

 

IDP’s Start Em’

 

Cliff Avril, DE, Detroit Lions @ Chicago

Avril played like a monster two weeks ago at Denver with a couple sacks, a forced fumble and a defensive TD. He was getting pressure on Tebow in less than 2.5 seconds consistently. I know the Broncos offensive line isn’t good, but I think Chicago’s offensive line has a tough time with him and the rest of the Detroit Lions defense just like the Broncos did.

Chris Long, DE, St. Louis Rams @ Cleveland

Long really has stepped up his game becoming a force on the D-line with four sacks in his last two games. Look for him to get to McCoy and have another strong game.

 

Yermiah Bell S, Miami Dolphins @ Washington

Bell has a nice matchup this facing John “I throw the ball 2 yards downfield” Beck and the Washington Redskins who will be running the ball often. Bell will get plenty of chances to rack up tackles in this game. He should finish with at least 8 tackles, making him a solid start.

 

Sit Em’

 

Vince Wilfork, DT, New England Patriots @ New York Jets

Tough matchup for Wilfork this week against one of the best centers in the league in Nick Mangold. Plus the Jets should change their gameplan a bit and pass the ball more often then they did in the Week 5 matchup leaving less tackle opportunites for Wilfork.

 

Jabari Greer, CB, New Orleans Saints @ Atlanta Falcons

Greer will have a tough time defending both Roddy White and Julio Jones, two wideouts who have a big size advantage over him. Greer has the 2nd most pass deflections with 13, but it will be a tough task getting in position against these two physical wideouts.

 

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by | November 5, 2011 · 10:02 am

Fantasy Savvy Player Rankings- Week 9

By: Steve DeAngelo

These rankings are gonna be serious!!!!!! I’m excited to get this list out to you guys as we strive to have the best rankings in the business. So forget the others sites out there that are filled with computer dorks crunching formulas, and follow these FANTASY/FOOTBALL SAVVY RANKINGS AS WE RUN  POST CORNERS RIGHT PAST THE COMPETITION!


QB’s

1) Tom Brady vs NYG

2) Aaron Rodgers vs SD

3) Drew Brees vs TB

4) Michael Vick vs Chi

5) Ben Roethlisberger vs Baltimore

6) Tony Romo vs Seattle

7) Phillip Rivers @ GB

8) Eli Manning @ NE

9) Matt Ryan @ Indy

10) Matt Cassel vs Miami

11) Mark Sanchez @ Buffalo

12A) Josh Freeman @ NO

12B) Jay Cutler @ Philly

13) Colt McCoy @ Houston

14) Tim Tebow @ Oakland

15) Matt Schaub vs Cle

15A) Sam Bradford @ Arizona * Gametime Decision

16) Alex Smith @ Washington

17) Andy Dalton @ Ten

18) Curtis Painter vs Atlanta

19) Joe Flacco @ Pit

19A) Ryan Fitzpatrick vs NYJ

20) Carson Palmer vs Denver

21) Tavaris Jackson @ Dallas

22) Matt Hasselback vs Cincinnati

23)  AJ Feeley @ Arizona

24) Matt Moore @ KC

25) John Beck vs SF

26) John Skelton vs STL

RB’s

1) Arian Foster vs Cle

2) LeSean McCoy vs Chi

3) Frank Gore @ Wash

4) Matt Forte @ Phi

5) Michael Turner @ Indy

6) Fred Jackson @ NYJ

7) Steven Jackson @ AZ

8) Beanie Wells vs STL * Questionable, but expected to play

9) Ray Rice @ Pitt

10) Ben Jarvus Green- Ellis vs NYG

11) Jackie Battle vs Miami

12) Michael Bush vs Denver * Mcfadden OUT

13) LeGarrette Blount @ NO

14) Willis McGahee @ Oakland * Upgraded to Probable (Hand)

15) Shonn Greene @ Buffalo

16) Darren Sproles vs TB

17) Ryan Matthews @ GB * questionable

17A) Mike Tolbert @ GB (Ranked as if Starting and Matthews out)

18) DeMarco Murray vs Seattle—–* Seattle allowing just 3.2 ypc

19) Rashard Mendenhall vs Baltimore

20) Cedric Benson @ Ten

21) James Starks vs SD

22) Reggie Bush @ KC (Ranked as if Thomas is out)

23) Pierre Thomas vs TB ( Ingram OUT)

24) Ahmad Bradshaw @ NE ** Doubtful ( Ranked as if Starting with Foot Injury)

25) Chris Johnson vs Cincy

26) Daniel Thomas @ KC ** Gametime decision

26A) Kevin Faulk vs NYG

27) Chris Ogbonnaya @ Hou ( Hillis and Hardesty both out)

28) Joseph Addai vs Atlanta * Gametime decision

28A) Delone Carter vs Atlanta (Ranked as if Addai is out)

29) Donald Brown vs Atlanta (Ranked as if Addai is out)

30) Javon Ringer vs Cincy

31) Brandon Jacobs @ NE (ranked as if starting)

32)  Marshawn Lynch @ Dallas

33) Ben Tate vs Cleveland

34) Ryan Torain vs SF

34A) Kendall Hunter @ Wash

35) CJ Spiller vs NYJ

36) Bernard Scott @ Ten

37) LaDainian Tomlinson @ Buffalo

38) Dexter McCluster vs Miami

39) Ryan Grant vs SD

40)  Knowshon Moreno @ Oakland

41) Roy Helu vs SF

42) Kregg  Lumpkin @ NO

43) Issac Redman vs Balt

44) Phillip Tanner vs Seattle

45) Lance Ball @ Oakland

46) Thomas Jones vs Miami

47) Steven Ridley vs NYG

48) Danny Woodhead vs NYG

49) Chris Ivory vs TB

50) Ricky Williams @ Pit

51) Leon Washington @ Dallas

WR’s

1) Roddy White @ Indy – Roddy could have his best game of the season

2) Wes Welker vs NYG

3) Greg Jennings vs SD

4) Mike Wallace vs Balt

5) Hakeem Nicks @ NE * gametime decision

6) Larry Fitzgerald vs Stl – Skelton will be throwing him the ball, but he could get 15 targets, how many will come within 10 feet, will see.

7) Dez Bryant vs Seattle

8) Jeremy Maclin vs Chicago

9) Marques Colston vs TB- Brees goes back to his security blanket

10) Vincent Jackson @ GB * Probable

11)  Miles Austin vs Seattle

12) Dwayne Bowe vs Miami

13) Brandon Lloyd @ Arizona

14) Santonio Holmes @ Buffalo

15) Mario Manningham @ New England (ranked as if Nicks is in or out)

16) Victor Cruz @ New England (ranked as if Nicks is in or out)

17) DeSean Jackson vs Chicago

18) Julio Jones @ Indy

18A) AJ Green @ Ten- Ranked lower here, not sure how Green will play against the physical and loud-mouthed Finnegan. Be a great sign if he dominates Finnegan.

19) Reggie Wayne vs Atlanta

20) Pierre Garcon vs Atlanta

21) Jordy Nelson vs SD

22) Mike Williams @ NO

23) Anquan Boldin @ Pit

24) Sidney Rice @ Dallas

25) Antonio Brown vs Baltimore

26) Jonathan Baldwin vs Miami

27) Deion Branch vs NYG

28) Brandon Marshall @ KC

28 A) Plaxico Burress @ Buffalo * questionable with back issue

29) Michael Crabtree @ Wash

30) Lance Moore vs TB

30A) Malcolm Floyd *questionable @GB

31) Eric Decker @ Oakland

32) Stevie Johnson vs Darelle Revis (not a typo)

33) Doug Baldwin @ Dallas

34) Nate Washington vs Cincy

35) Jerome Simpson @ Ten

36) Demaryius Thomas @ Oakland

37) James Jones vs SD

38) Greg Little @ Hou

39) Darrius Heyward-Bey vs Denver

40) Jason Avant vs Chi

41) Laurent Robinson vs Seattle

42) Steve Breaston vs Miami

43) Torrey Smith @ Pitt

44) Early Doucet vs Stl

45) David Nelson vs NYJ

46) Davonne Bess @ KC

47) Denarius Moore vs Denver

48) Jabaar Gaffney vs SF

49) Kevin Walter vs Cle

50) Robert Meachem vs TB

51) Johnny Knox @ Philly

52) Braylon Edwards @ Wash

53) Eddie Royal @ Oakland

54) Austin Collie vs Atlanta

55) Jacoby Ford vs Denver

56) Greg Salas @ Arizona

57) Devin Hester @ Philly

58) Damian Williams vs Cincy

59) Ben Obomanu @ Dallas

60) Roy Williams @ Philly

TE’s

1) Jason Witten vs Seattle

2) Antonio Gates @ GB

3) Aaron Hernandez vs NYG

4) Fred Davis vs SF *questionable, should play

5) Jimmy Graham vs TB

6) Jermichael Finley vs SD

7) Owen Daniels vs Cle

8) Rob Gronkowski vs NYG

9) Vernon Davis @ Wash

10) Dustin Keller @ Buffalo

11) Brent Celek vs Chicago

12) Tony Gonzalez @ Indy

13) Heath Miller vs Baltimore

14) Kellen Winslow @ NO

15) Dallas Clark vs Atlanta

16) Ed Dickson @ Pit

17) Jermaine Gresham @ Ten *questionable

18) Jake Ballard @ NE

19) Jared Cook vs Cincy

19A) Delanie Walker @ Washington

20) Evan Moore @ Houston

21) Scott Chandler vs NYJ

21A)  Daniel Fells @ Oakland

21B) Anthony Fasano @ KC

22) Todd Heap vs STL * questionable

23) Kevin Boss vs Denver

24) Zach Miller @ Dallas

25) Randy McMichael @ Dallas

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by | November 4, 2011 · 8:11 am

Fantasy Savvy- Start Em’ Sit Em’ Week 9 Edition

Were nine weeks into the 2011 season, the fog is settling, the sunshine is glowing, and things are starting to appear more clear in Fantasy Land. Overall, pretty sound recommendations in Week 8 with the advisement of starting Jackie Battle, Heath Miller, and Antonio Brown while suggesting to sit the extremely disappointing Chris Johnson. There is no doubt that more thunderstorms are ahead, we can never be perfect, but we continue to press forward through this vast season and use the knowledge gained throughout the year to build as much momentum as possible going into each new week.

 

Disclaimer: Kickers and Defenses are left out each week, also I try to leave the most obvious selections out. Start Tom Brady!!

 

 

QB’s Start Em’

 

Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys vs Seattle

I wanna start out discussing Tony Romo, who has left owners slightly disappointed thus far. In his last two games, Romo has thrown just 2 TD’s and is only averaging around 180 passing yards. Romo does have four 300-yard passing games this season, but at the same time he’s been inconsistent with three games where he’s failed to throw for more than one TD. Owners were simply expecting more high-class performances from Romo when they drafted him. As much as I hate to make excuses for Romo, the guy played through a pretty bad rib injury, had both of his starting wideouts suffer through injuries, while working under a pretty poor offensive line. The point is, things are looking up for Romo. His schedule eases up bigtime, his wideouts are healthy and they have found new success in the running game with DeMarco Murray. Romo’s uptick will begin this week against Seattle. Seattle isn’t terrible against the pass ranked 18th and having allowed just 8 Passing TD’s, but this is a matchup that Romo and his counterparts Miles Austin, Dez Bryant and Jason Witten can exploit. Dallas will be focused and ready for this game following the brutal loss against Philly, and with plenty of possessions for the offense created by the Dallas defense, look for Romo to approach the 300-yard mark and finish with at least 2 TD’s.

 

Matt Cassel, Kansas City Chiefs vs Miami

I don’t think I’ve recommended Cassel all year, but he and his AFC West leading Kansas City Chiefs are starting to play good football. Props goes toTodd Haley, after starting 0-3 with reports of him being on the hot seat, he got it turned around without Stars Jamal Charles and Eric Berry as the Chiefs have reeled off four straight wins to take the division lead. Cassel hasn’t been lights out but he does have a respectable five TD’s in his last 3 games while throwing for over 250 yards in three out of his last four games. In Week 5 against against the winless Indianapolis Colts, Cassel threw for four TD’s and 257 yards. Cassel may not throw four TD’s, but I expect his numbers to be very solid against the only other winless team in the NFL, the Miami Dolphins. Look for around 250 yards passing with at least 2 TD’s, making Cassel a respectable start in Week 9.

 

Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons @ Indianapolis

We’ve pointed out Ryan’s brutal numbers in past editions, but so far this year Ryan has only thrown for more than one TD, one time. The fourth-year QB has looked inaccurate, and the arm strength has been lacking more than ever it seems. However, Ryan has two things working for him, first the bye week came at an ideal time and second, coming off that bye he gets an easy matchup against the Colts, who have allowed the most passing TD’s (15). If Ryan doesn’t get it going this week then I don’t know when he will. Julio Jones is returning, he got two weeks to clear his head and re-focus and now they face the lowly Colts. Ryan could throw three TD’s in this matchup.

 

Sit Em’

Jay Cutler, Chicago Bears @ Philadelphia

Just stay away from this one if you are contemplating Cuter at all. Philly’s talented secondary is finally playing to their potential and these Chicago wideouts simply cannot cause any problems for them. The Bears will focus on running the football and winning this game on defense.

 

Matt Schaub, Houston Texans @ Cleveland 

The Cleveland secondary led by Joe Haden is for real ranking 2nd against the pass and 3rd in points allowed to QB’s. With Andre Johnson’sstatus in question once again, Schaub needs to be benched.

 

Ryan Fitzpatrick, Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets

Fitzy started out hot, has cooled down some but still has been very serviceable this season with 14 TD’s and 1700 yards through seven games. But this is a week to sit him against the Jets. New York has allowed just four passing TD’s as they are ranked #1 when it comes to defending Fantasy QB’s. Revis will slow Johnson, Cromartie can handle David Nelson and Bills TE Scott Chandler doesn’t really pose a threat to Nickelback Kyle Wilson or Safety Jim Leohnard.

 

 

RB’s Start Em’

 

Ben Jarvus Green-Ellis, New England Patriots vs New York Giants

The Law Firm is frustrating, one week he is excellent and the next he could throw up a complete dud like last week. It was crazy to see 35 year-oldKevin Faulk step into this offense after more than a year and a half off and play more snaps than Green-Ellis. BJGE was solid the three weeks prior to last, so I think he gets back to it in Week 9 against the Giants who are allowing the 25th most points to Fantasy RB’s. I expect him to find the endzone in this game and finish with around 60 yards rushing.

 

Steven Jackson, St. Louis Rams @ Arizona

Jackson has been running surprisingly well of late, last week tearing up the Saints defense for 159 yards and two TD’s. This week he gets another good matchup against the Cardinals who have allowed a league-high 11 rushing TD’s. But after this game I would look to trade Jackson, I think the he starts to wear out down the stretch as he faces a very tough playoff schedule against the Seahawks, Bengals and Steelers. Start Jackson this week and then sell high.

Jackie Battle, Kansas City Chiefs @ Miami Dolphins

Battle made the list in Week 8 and didn’t disappoint finishing exactly with what we predicted with 70 yards rushing and a score. So we ride with Battle again in solid matchup against the Dolphins. The Chiefs should move the ball and Battle will be the benefactor around the goal line. Look for similar numbers to last week.

 

Sit Em’

 

DeMarco Murray, Dallas Cowboys vs Seattle Seahawks

This is hard for me, because I love the way Murray has been running and and also because of the fact that I own Murray in a couple of leagues, but I am trying to avoid the obvious choices. Murray does have a very tough matchup against Seattle’s run defense that is allowing a league low 3.2 Yardsper carry. They have also only allowed five rushing TD’s which is tied for 11th best. Again, this is a tough choice here, but if you have better options then Murray this week, stick with that. I think there is a chance Murray could find the endzone but I don’t think he finishes with over 60 yards rushing.

 

Ryan Torain, Washington Redskins, San Francisco 49ers

Ok, this one is easy. The Redskins are playing horrible football right now, Torain who is the #1 back now that Tim Hightower is out for the year isn’t producing, although he hasn’t had a chance to produce. But the 49ers have been absolutely stout against the run allowing just 74 yards per game and one rushing TD all year. I think Torain still has some value this year and will have some nice games, but this is most definitely a matchup you want to avoid at all costs.

 

Rashard Mendenhall, Pittsburgh Steelers @ Baltimore Ravens

Mendenhall has been a fantasy bust this year with just one 100-yard game all season. The Steelers will not be able to run the ball against the Ravens and their third ranked run defense. Like Torain, this is another matchup to avoid however you can.

 

WR’s Start Em’

 

Miles Austin & Dez Byrant, Dallas Cowboys vs Seattle Seahawks

Both Austin and Byrant were shut down and held under 30 yards receiving last week. Austin hasn’t done anything of significance since breaking out for three TD’s in Week 2. But this week the Cowboys pass game will start getting back on track and I believe both Austin and Bryant will have fairly solid games. Look for both to finish with over 75 yards receiving and at least one if not both of them to score. Austin is a good trade target right now, as owners could be down on him, now is the time to buy, same with Bryant although he will be higher priced.

Jon Baldwin, Kansas City Chiefs vs Miami Dolphins

The talented 6’4 230-pound rookie returned from injury in week 8 and finished with 82 yards and a score. Baldwin showed his big play ability and also showed fairly solid route-running on Monday night against San Diego. I believe Baldwin is going to have some nice games to finish this season and this week he could prove to be a very nice play against the Dolphins and their 27th ranked pass defense. 

 

Antonio Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers vs Pittsburgh

Last week I talked about Brown and how his rapport with Big Ben would continue to grow throughout the season. Brown now has 16 catches in his last two games for 169 yards and a score. With Hines Ward still banged up and questionable, Brown will find open room against Baltimore as they focus on Mike Wallace. Brown is a nice trade target, he could really finish this season strong.

 

Sit Em’

 

Steve Johnson, Buffalo Bills vs New York Jets

You guys should know by now that I love Stevie Johnson, but again it’s two words, Darrelle Revis.

 

Nate Washington, Tennessee Titans, vs Cincinnati

Washington finished with two TD’s last week one catching and one running, but this week he must be benched against the Bengals and their 9th ranked pass defense. Washington will produce little, keep him reserved.

 

Darrius Heyward-Bey, Oakland Raiders vs Denver

Bey coming off the bye, two weeks to build rapport with Carson Palmer, looks like a decent start right? Not really, Palmer stinks until proven otherwise and Heyward Bey will draw Champ Bailey for most of the game. Bey is most effective on deep routes and is not really a great route runner, so Champ who will have his eyes on Palmer while watching Bey and will prevent Bey from doing much. Champ might pick off a pass that is attempted to Bey deep, remember that I wrote this.

 

TE’s Start Em’

 

Brent Celek, Philadelphia Eagles vs Chicago Bears

The Eagles are finally starting to utilize the talents of Celek, probably because they realize they need to get him the ball if defenses are trying to take away Maclin and Jackson. As most of us know when Vick was in Atlanta he loved his TE Alge Crumpler, so this could possibly be an emergence by Celek here. The last two weeks Celek has 11 catches for 136 yards and two scores. Stick with Celek as he has the hot hand right now and is also facing the Bears Defense who are letting up the 2nd most points to Tight Ends this season. 

Fred Davis, Washington Redskins vs San Francisco

I pointed out last week that Davis was an every week starter regardless of matchup. He is the Skins number one target and will be as long as Santana Moss continues to be sidelined. The 49ers defense as we know has been great this year, but they are allowing the 6th most points to Fantasy Tight Ends. Davis has to be in your lineup.

 

Dustin Keller, New York Jets @ Buffalo

I have selected Keller a few times and he’s let me down, but I like this spot here. Coming off the bye I think the Jets will make it a point to get Keller more involved. Buffalo also hasn’t been great at defending the Tight End, ranked 24th. 

 

Sit Em’

 

Heath Miller, Pittsburgh Steelers vs Baltimore Ravens

Miller is really the only Tight End I could see benching this week, the rest were so obvious It’s not even worth stating their names. Guys like Scott Chandler, Zach Miller, Kevin Boss, womp womp. I really love the way Miller has been playing the last two weeks, he has been running great routes and Ben has been targeting him a bunch, but Baltimore is #1 in defending Tight Ends, allowing just 6 points a week on average. I wouldn’t totally avoid Miller, but if you have better options stick with them based on Baltimore’s great defense of the Tight End position.

 

IDP’s Start Em’

Tamba Hali, LB, Kansas City Chiefs vs Miami Dolphins

The young, talented Hali had two sacks and 3 tackles last week against the Chargers on Monday Night and it gets even better this week against Miami and Matt Moore who was sacked six times last week by the Giants. Look for Hali to finish with at least two sacks in this game and put constant pressure on Moore.

 

Aldon Smith, LB,DE, San Francisco 49ers @ Washington

Smith was recently named NFC Defensive Rookie of the month for October. He has seven sacks so far and has been very impressive for a rookie. He should be able to get to John Beck and enjoy a nice game as he and the 49ers defense wreak havoc on the Skins.

 

Quentin Mikell, S, St. Louis Rams @ Arizona

Kevin Kolb is questionable for the Cardinals and that means two things. First, John Skelton might start and second a lot of running with Beanie Wells. Mikell could pick off a pass from the brutal Skelton and will have a chance to rack up plenty of tackles defending against the run.

 

Sit Em’

 

Eric Weddle, S, San Diego Chargers vs Green Bay

Weddle picked off two Matt Cassel throws last week, but this week he goes against the hottest QB in the NFL in Aaron Rodgers. He won’t be picking off any passes this week and the Pack really don’t run the ball all that much so Weddle’s tackles will be limited as well.

 

Darrelle Revis, CB, New York Jets @ Buffalo Bills

I am betting the Harvard grad Fitzpatrick won’t be as careless as Matt Moore and challenge Revis like Moore did. Revis has 3 Int’s in his last 2 games, but I don’t think he gets one here as Fitz plays it very safe against him.

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Fantasy Savvy Player Rankings- Week 8

Rankings by Kevin Lewis

 

QB’s

1. Drew Brees- @St. Louis

2. Tom Brady- @Pittsburgh

3. Cam Newton- Minnesota

4.Ben Roethlisberger- New England

5.Matthew Stafford-  @Denver

6. Michael Vick- Dallas

7. Eli Manning- Miami

8. Ryan Fitzpatrick- Washington

9. Matt Schaub- Jacksonville

10.Tony Romo- @Philadelphia

11. Andy Dalton- Seattle

12. Philip Rivers- @Kansas City

13. Matt Hasselbeck- Indianapolis

14. Tim Tebow- Detroit

15. Joe Flacco- Arizona

16. Alex Smith- Cleveland

17. Colt McCoy- @San Francisco

18. Christian Ponder-@Carolina

19. Matt Cassel- San Diego

20. Kevin Kolb- @Baltimore

21. Curtis Painter- @Tennessee

22. Sam Bradford- New Orleans

23. Tarvaris Jackson- Cincinnati

24. Blaine Gabbert- @Houston

25. John Beck- @Buffalo

26. Matt Moore- @New York Giants

27. AJ Feeley- New Orleans

RB’s

1. Adrian Peterson- @Carolina

2.  Fred Jackson- Washington

3. Ray Rice- Arizona

4. Lesean McCoy- Dallas

5. Arian Foster- Jacksonville

6. Frank Gore- Cleveland

7. Ryan Matthews- @Kansas City

8. Ahmad Bradshaw- Miami

9. Maurice Jones Drew- @Houston

10. Demarco Murray- @Philadelphia

11. Darren Sproles- @St. Louis

12. Stephen Jackson- New Orleans

13. Rashard Mendenhall- New England

14. BenJarvus Green-Ellis- @Pittsburgh

15. Chris Johnson- Indianapolis

16. Jackie Battle- San Diego

17. Jonathan Stewart- Minnesota

18. Ben Tate- Jacksonville

19. Mark Ingram- @St. Louis-Questionable* (Pierre Thomas moves here if starting)

20. Mike Tolbert- @Kansas City

21. Daniel Thomas- @New York Giants

22. Ryan Torain @ Buffalo

23. Pierre Thomas- @St. Louis

24. DeAngelo Williams- Minnesota

25. Brandon Jacobs- Miami

26. Montario Hardesty- @San Francisco

27. Marshawn Lynch- Cincinnati

28. Delone Carter- @Tennessee

29. Reggie Bush- @New York Giants

30. Knowshon Moreno- Detroit

31. Bernard Scott- @Seattle

32. Maurice Morris- @Denver

33. Willis McGahee- Detroit

34. Beanie Wells- @Baltimore

35- Joseph Addai- @Tennessee

36. Peyton Hillis- @San Francisco

37. Isaac Redman- New England

38. Roy Helu- @Buffalo

39. CJ Spiller- Washington

40. Keiland Williams- @Denver

41. Ricky Williams- Arizona

42. Stefan Ridley- @Pittsburgh

43. Carnell Williams- @New Orleans

44. Kendall Hunter-  Cleveland

WR’s

1.Mike Wallace- New England

2. Calvin Johnson- @Denver

3. Wes Welker- @Pittsburgh

4. Steve Smith- Minnesota

5. Hakeem Nicks- Miami

6. Marques Colston- St. Louis

7. AJ Green- @Seattle

8. Stevie Johnson- Washington

9. Desean Jackson- Dallas

10. Dwyane Bowe- San Diego

11. Jeremy Maclin- Dallas

12. Vincent Jackson- Kansas City

13. Larry Fitzgerald- @Baltimore

14. Andre Johnson- Jacksonville

15. Victor Cruz- Miami

16. Anquan Boldin- Arizona

17. Pierre Garcon- @Tennessee

18. Dez Bryant- @Philadelphia

19. Miles Austin- @Philadelphia

20. Brandon Lloyd- @New Orleans

21. Brandon Marshall- @New York Giants

22. Nate Washington – Indianapolis

23. Antonio Brown- New England

24. Jabar Gaffney- @Buffalo

25. David Nelson- Washington

26. Michael Jenkins- @Carolina

27. Reggie Wayne- @Tennessee

28. Deion Branch- @Pittsburgh

29. Jerome Simpson- @Seattle

30. Mario Manningham- Miami

31. Steve Breaston- San Diego

32. Sidney Rice- Cincinnati

33. Percy Harvin- @Carolina

34. Eric Decker- Detroit

35. Torrey Smith- Arizona

36. Mike Thomas- @Houston

37. Robert Meachem- St. Louis

38. Early Doucet- @Baltimore

39. Jason Avant- Dallas

40. Lance Moore- St. Louis

41. Kevin Walter- Jacksonville

42. Jason Hill- @Houston

43. Greg Little- @San Francisco

44. Hines Ward- New England

45. Nate Burleson- @Denver

46. Michael Crabtree- Cleveland

47. Doug Baldwin- Cincinnati

48. Malcom Floyd- @Kansas City

49. Devery Henderson- St. Louis

50. Emmanuel Sanders- New England

51. Brandon Lafell- Minnesota

52. DeMaryius Thomas- Detroit

53. Brian Hartline- @New York Giants

54. Jacoby Jones- Jacksonville

55. Mohammed Massaquoi- @San Francisco

56. Danario Alexander- @New Orleans

57. Andre Caldwell- @Seattle

58. Joshua Cribbs- @San Francisco

59. Titus Young- @Denver

60. Davone Bess- @New York Giants

61. Brandon Gibson- @New Orleans

62. Austin Collie- @Tennessee

63. Mike Williams- Cincinnati

64. Dexter McCluster- San Diego

65. Mike Sims-Walker- Houston

66. Patrick Crayton- @Kansas City

67. Eddie Royal- Detroit

68. Anthony Armstrong- @Buffalo

69. Brad Smith- Washington

70. Braylon Edwards- Cleveland

TE’s

1.Jimmy Graham- @St. Louis

2.Aaron Hernandez- @Pittsburgh

3. Jason Witten- @Philadelphia

4. Fred Davis- @Buffalo

5. Owen Daniels- Jacksonville

6. Rob Gronkowski- @Pittsburgh

7. Brandon Pettigrew- @Denver

8. Vernon Davis- Cleveland

9. Antonio Gates- @Kansas City

10. Jermaine Gresham- @Seattle

11. Greg Olsen- Minnesota

12. Heath Miller- New England

13. Jake Ballard- Miami

14. Jared Cook- Indianapolis

15. Visanthe Shiancoe- @Carolina

16. Ben Watson- @San Francisco

17. Dallas Clark- @Tennessee

18. Ed Dickson- Arizona

19. Jeremy Shockey- Minnesota

20. Scott Chandler- Washington

21. Daniel Fells- Detroit

22. Delanie Walker- Cleveland

23. Joel Dressen- Jacksonville

24. Brent Celek- Dallas

25. Marcedes Lewis- @Houston

26. Lance Kendricks- @New Orleans

27. Evan Moore- @San Francisco

28. Todd Heap- @Baltimore

29. Tony Scheffler- @Denver

30. Anthony Fasano- @New York Giants

31. Zach Miller- Cincinnati

32. Craig Stevens- Indianapolis

33. Clay Harbor- Dallas

34. Randy McMichael- @Kansas City

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Fantasy Savvy Start Em Sit Em Week 8

Check out my article at http://www.fantasypros911.com/wk8/item/620-2011-fantasy-football-start-em-sit-em-week-8

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