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by | December 21, 2010 · 7:49 pm

12/21 Player News

Knownshon Moreno (ribs) is considered questionable to play week 16. His status won’t be known until later in the week. We will keep you posted.

Arian Foster (ankle, hip) is expected to be a full go this weekend, in many owners championship week. It would be a shame if the guy who most likely secured your playoff berth sat in your championship, but for now it looks like he’s going to be just fine.

Aaron Rodgers (concussion) has been medically cleared to play against the Giants in a must win game for both teams but especially Green Bay as their playoff hopes will be over with a loss. Great news to fantasy owners and Packer fans going into week 16.

Adrian Peterson’s sore right knee and thigh are improving greatly but he’s still questionable going into Sunday against the Eagles. They are preceding with caution with this injury and Toby Gerhart looked pretty good against a good Bears run defense except for the fumble he had so don’t be shocked if Toby draws a second straight start.

Panthers RB Mike Goodson sat out Tuesday’s practice with an illness. He’s basically irrelevant going forward as Jonathan Stewart has cemented his role as the lead back. Goodson will only be used on passing downs or to spell Stewart over the next two weeks.

Redskins have announced Rex Grossman will start this week with John Beck, not Donavan McNabb serving as the back up.

Cowboys have placed QB Tony Romo (broken collarbone) on IR thus ending his season and Jon Kitna, who has earned it, will start the team’s final two games.

Brett Favre left last nights blowout loss to the Bears in the second quarter after suffering a concussion. It is not yet known whether he will play again at this point meaning Joe Webb or Patrick Ramsey are likely to play the final two games.

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by | December 11, 2010 · 4:23 am

Late Game Breakdowns + Sunday and Monday Night (Video Breakdown)

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by | November 23, 2010 · 6:14 pm

Week 12 Waiver Adds

By Mike Cannici

 

QB

Jon Kitna- Kitna has now put together two straight solid starts, totaling 7 touchdowns including one rushing. He seemed to just need a few games to adjust after not playing in two years and has now found a groove, plus the new team “attitude” with Wade Phillips gone. He’s a solid backup add and must add in 2QB leagues.

Sam Bradford- Bradford has been pretty solid throughout most of the year, averaging a little less than 16 points per week. He has a favorable schedule the rest of the way with the Saints being his only tough matchup going forward. The rest of the pass defenses he faces are all ranked outside the top 15 in the league. The next few weeks are all on the road but two of them are very favorable at Denver and at Arizona. If you’re in need jump on board, especially in deeper leagues and keeper leagues. This kid is going to be a good one.

RB

Mike Goodson- Goodson has compiled two straight hundred yard efforts in games where the Panthers were getting trampled. With DeAngelo Williams done for the year and the ineffectiveness and now concussion suffered by Jonathan Stewart, this could be Goodson’s job the rest of the way. He’s a must add in all formats at this point.

Keiland Williams- This is a guy from preseason I said by midseason would be the Redskins starter the rest of the way. Goshdarnit, now he is. Portis reaggravated his groin tear during his return Sunday and Ryan Torain who knows when he’ll be back at this point. If Williams is still somehow available in your league, he must be a top priority, especially in PPR leagues.

Maurice Morris- With Kevin Smith placed on IR and Jahvid Best still hurting from his turf toe, Morris is likely to handle the bulk of carries Sunday against the Patriots. Morris had 10 carries in Sunday’s loss vs. the Cowboys along with four receptions. The Patriots are a decent matchup for him especially at home in the dome so if you need some help in your backfield, grab this guy as he does have some talent.

WR

Vincent Jackson- I hope for your sake, your league mates have still left him on the waiver wire, as VJax will return this week for San Diego. I’d expect him to make an immediate impact as he has been practicing with the team and should be very well rested. The way that Rivers flings the ball through the air, Jackson could immediately become a legit WR1.

Sidney Rice- Rice returned to the lineup last week and hauled in three passes for 56 yards. He’s being worked back in slowly, and with the firing of Brad Childress, the reemergence of the Vikings offense might have the same effect as the Cowboys offense did after they fired their coach. Rice probably isn’t available if you’re in any type of competitive league, but if he is grab him ASAP.

Blair White- With Austin Collie potentially missing this week’s game, White is a solid pick up after finishing with 5 catches for 42 yards and two touchdowns. Peyton Manning loves his slot receivers and that’s exactly where White fits in. If you’re starving at receiver, especially in PPR leagues, White is your man.

Brandon Gibson- The Rams receiver was targeted and caught 5 of them for 42 yards and a touchdown. Gibson has had at least 5 catches and 40 yards in three straight and seems to be Bradford’s second option just after Amendola. Gibson is a solid add especially in PPR formats.

Ben Obomanu- With the foot injury suffered by Mike Williams now potentially being serious, Obomanu seems to be the new number one target for Hasselback. Sunday, Obomanu finished with 5 catches for 87 yards and a touchdown. Obomanu stepped into the starting lineup for the first time last week and definitely didn’t disappoint. He’s a must add in all 12 team or deeper leagues, and worth a look in shallower leagues.

Derek Hagan- Hagan was a cast away after training camp for the Giants, but after the Steve Smith injury, was brought back in last week. He caught three balls for just 10 yards, but did get into the end zone Sunday against the Eagles. The guy knows the offense like the back of his hand, and with Hakeem Nicks expected to miss the next 3 weeks, Hagan will be forced to step into the starting lineup. The Giants like to pass the ball and Hagan is a better red zone threat than Mario Manningham. In deep leagues he’s definitely worth a look on an offense that is 7th in the league in passing yards.

TE

Joel Dreessen- He’s a guy I’ve liked for a while now, and with Owen Daniels status week to week being totally up in the air, Dreessen is a worthy pick up. Dreessen picked up four catches for 104 yards and a touchdown during Sunday’s loss to the Jets. He hasn’t been a complete model of consistency, but with all the injuries to tight ends this year, he’s not a bad replacement, if the Marcedes Lewis’s and Todd Heaps of the world are rostered.

Jimmy Graham- Graham is a big rookie tight end out of The U. of Miami(6’6 260lbs) who has struggled to get playing time as his blocking abilities having quite caught up to his receiving abilities. He got his chance Sunday with Jeremy Shockey out with a rib injury. Although his size might fool you, he is very quick and has great hands and he showed it Sunday with 5 catches for 72 yards and a touchdown. He’s the future at tight end for the Saints, and the future might just start now. If you’re in deep or keeper league’s he’s a very solid prospect with tons of upside. Watching some highlights of him from Sunday, he reminds me a bit of a young Antonio Gates.

 

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by | November 16, 2010 · 6:00 pm

Week 11 Waiver Adds

By Mike Cannici

QB’s

Matt Cassel- Cassel has now strung together 5 straight weeks where he has scored at least 13 fantasy points, including his 38 pt effort this past Sunday against the Broncos. They were down by a ton in the first half, which forced him to air it out, but he definitely has some fantasy value and is not a bad option to have on your bench.
Troy Smith- The former Raven QB now looks to have found a home in San Fran. Smith was given the opportunity to start back in week 8 against the Broncos and has now led the Niners to two straight victories. Smith tallied 356 passing yards and threw a TD pass. More than anything with Smith is his ability to keep plays alive with his legs and contrary to popular belief, he has not knocked down any value to Gore, V. Davis or Crabtree while he’s been under center. He’s a great buy in 2 QB leagues and not a terrible back up option especially with the Bucs, Cardinals, Packers and Seahawks on tap the next four weeks.

Others to Consider: Jon Kitna, Tyler Thigpen

RB’s

Fred Jackson- Jackson is a player who should already be owned following the trade of Marshawn Lynch, but in some shallower league’s he’s a great pick up this week with the injury to rookie CJ Spiller who will be out indefinitely. Jackson lit up the Lions defense(which is much improved) for 170 total yards and two touchdowns. He is now “the guy” in Buffalo and can provide low end RB2 value in PPR leagues and flex starter value in standard leagues. Go out and grab him ASAP if he is still available.
Keiland Williams- Williams was a hot waiver add the past two weeks after Ryan Torain suffered an injury, however during preparation for this week’s game against the Eagles, all signs pointed towards Torain starting, therefore many fantasy owners who grabbed Williams, didn’t end up using him. Torain was a last minute scratch from the starting lineup, but was active. Williams drew the start and didn’t show a great burst of speed, he did pass block very well and got open in the flat and led the team with 4 catches for 50 yards and a score. He also ran the ball 16 times for 89 yards and two scores, including a late 32 yard scamper in which he put on a few moves and used a little bit of his speed to get into the end zone. He’s a guy that if you picked up last week, keep stashed and if he’s available you want to get, especially with Torain and Portis injury history, which could provide some big time value going forward, especially in PPR leagues.
Jerome Harrison- Harrison will likely not be used like he was Monday night except for big time blow outs, but last night we saw the promise he showed us at the end of last year in Cleveland. He is no doubt, McCoy’s backup and would have some good value if McCoy were to go down. He’s a good speculative add especially for McCoy owners and the way he ran last night he could produce solid RB2 numbers going forward. He’s someone to definitely keep an eye on at the very least, and someone to grab in 14 team or deeper leagues immediately.
Bernard Scott- Scott may have some increased value going forward with Cedric Benson being quite ineffective averaging less than 4 yards per carry. Benson also seemed to have injured his ankle during Sunday’s game and we’ll find out more as the week progresses. Scott makes for a great speculative add though for all 12 team and deeper leagues just in case Benson is to miss time especially with the Bills worst run defense on deck for week 11.

Other to Consider: Mewelde Moore, Kevin Smith

WR’s
Early Doucet- Doucet is a guy I touted back in preseason as a breakout candidate but got hurt during week one, then preceded to miss the next four games five weeks with an injury. He came back in week 7 and didn’t post up great numbers either but finally got it going during week 10 matchup with the Seahawks, totaling 71 yards on six catches and a score. Derek Anderson isn’t the greatest or most accurate QB in the league but he can fling the ball and Doucet can be a big beneficiary of that. He’s my top receiver add this week and has WR3 upside going forward.
Mario Manningham- He was widely owned early in the season but then put up a few goose eggs followed by a few good games in a row after that. He has been somewhat inconsistent, but with Steve Smith out until early December with a torn pectoral muscle, Manningham steps into the starting lineup and has some big time upside. He posted a 10 catch 90 yard, 1 touchdown performance Sunday against Dallas and should be the major beneficiary to Hakeem Nicks double coverage. He’s likely owned in more leagues than Doucet is therefore my reasoning for Doucet being my number one target, but if M.M. is available in your league he’s my number one target.
Brian Hartline- Hartline is starting to heat up with three straight double digit fantasy weeks and with Tyler Thigpen becoming the starter, that should mean the Dolphin Offense will be much more receiver friendly. He’s had at least three catches in every game and at least 50 yards receiving in 5 out of his 8 games he’s played. With Thigpen under center, I believe there will be plenty of balls to go around to Marshall, Hartline and Bess. Hartline has some solid upside and is worth a look in all 14 team leagues and another solid week like last week he’s worth a look in shallower leagues as well.
Jason Avant- The Eagles are a pass happy offense, especially with Vick under center and that makes Avant, their number three receiver, a viable fantasy asset. Avant caught five passes for 76 yards and a score Monday night and now has at least 40 yards and 5 targets in his last four games. He’s a great pickup at the very least for depth, as well as a decent starts with specific matchups. He’s a solid WR5 with WR3/4 upside if Jackson or Maclin were to get injured.

Others to Consider: Deon Butler, Brandon Gibson, Emmanuel Sanders, Arrelious Benn

TE’s
Rob Gronkowski/Jermaine Gresham/Anthony Fasano-There were some big games amongst TE’s Sunday, most notably Patriots rookie Rob Gronkowski. He had 5 catches for 72 yards and a Pats rookie record three touchdowns in Sunday night’s win over the Steelers. The issue with him is that weekly, its either him or fellow rookie Aaron Hernandez having the big game, not both. This makes Gronkowski a risky play, but if you’re in need of a TE grab him and just play him the week following a big Hernandez game. Fellow Bengal’s rookie Jermaine Gresham had his best game as a pro against the Colts Sunday, finishing with 9 catches for 85 yards and a score. The Bengals theme lately has been come from behind, and is likely to continue going forward and with secondary’s attention being focused mostly on Batman and Robin duo, Gresham could start getting more looks as the weeks go forward. He’s going to be a top 6-7 TE in the league at some point so if you’re in a keeper or dynasty league you better get on the bus now for this kid. Dolphins Anthony Fasano had his biggest game of the season Sunday hauling in five passes for 107 yards and a touchdown. His value, along with the rest of the Dolphins receivers, greatly increases with Tyler Thigpen under center and Fasano is not a bad addition to your team, especially if you’re still stuck looking for a replacement like me for Jermichael Finley and guys like Dallas Clark. He’s worth a gamble, I’m going to test him out in one of my leagues this week and you might as well too.

Others to Consider: Delanie Walker, Bo Scaife

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by | November 6, 2010 · 3:02 pm

Fantasy Savvy Player Rankings- Week 9

By Mike Cannici (QB’s, WR’s) and Steve DeAngelo (RB’s, TE’s)

 

 

QB’s

 

1.    Phillip Rivers @ HOU
2.    Peyton Manning @ PHI
3.    Drew Brees @ CAR
4.    Aaron Rodgers vs. DAL
5.    Tom Brady @ CLE
6.    Ben Roethlisberger @ CIN- Should bounce back after a lackluster performance last wk against the Saints.
7.    Eli Manning @ SEA- It’ll be tough in Seattle against the 12th man, but the Hawks’ can be passed on and Eli will get it done.
8.    Mike Vick vs. IND- Vick’s first game back, he’ll be just fine and maybe even pick up a rushing score.
9.   Matt Ryan vs. TB
10.    Matt Schaub vs. SD- Tough matchup against the league’s best pass D, but Schaub is at home and will still put up QB1 numbers.
11.    Joe Flacco vs. MIA
12.    Brett Favre vs. ARI
13.    Jay Cutler @ BUF
14.    Mark Sanchez @ DET- The Lions are much improved, but can still be scored on and Sanchez should have a solid game.
15.    Ryan Fitzpatrick vs. CHI
16.    Carson Palmer vs. PIT
17.    Josh Freeman @ ATL-Good matchup against the secondary that is susceptible to the big play.
18.    Matthew Stafford vs. NYJ- This kid is going to be a star and soon, but not this week in a tough matchup at home vs. the Jets.
19.    Matt Cassel @ OAK- The Raiders have been great lately, outscoring their opponents the last two weeks but a total of 92-17. They may be without Asomugha which could mean another decent day for Cassel.
20.    Jon Kitna @ GB
21.    Jason Campbell vs. KC
22.    Chad Henne @ BAL
23.    Colt McCoy vs. NE
24.    Matt Moore vs. NO
25.    Charlie Whitehurst vs. NYG-Hasselback isn’t going to play and we’ll finally get to see what Whitehurst has against one of the league’s best defenses.
26.    Derek Anderson @ MIN

 

 

RB’s

1. Adrian Peterson vs Arizona- Moss gone, Harvin banged up, great matchup all means tons of work for Peterson as Childress tries to save his job, Peterson could see 35 touches.

2. Jamaal Charles @ Oakland- I’m expecting Charles to build on his season high 240 total yard effort last week  as the Chiefs will run heavily in this and Charles leads the way.

3. Michael Turner vs TB- Fresh off the bye, Turner is rested and ready to go off against TB and their weak Run D

3A. Arian Foster vs San Diego- Foster will be effective against San Diego and their #1 Rush D, his O-line is one of the best in the league when it comes to run blocking.

4. Ray Rice vs Miami- Rice needed the bye week, he’s ready for a big role against Miami

5. Lesean Mcoy vs Indy- Will continue to be a factor in the pass and run game and will rack up over 100 total yards.

6. Ahmad Bradshaw @ Seattle- Seattle’s run D has taken a bit of a backseat of late and is banged up, Expect the Giants to pound the ball early and often.

7. Rashad Mendenhall @ Cincy- Cincy’s Run D has been getting burnt lately, but expect them to play more inspired on Monday night. Mendenhall should still find his way into the endzone once or twice.

8. Matt Forte vs Buffalo- Here’s hoping Martz isn’t as stubborn as I think he is and actually puts the ball in Forte’s hands this week against Buffalo and their dead last Run D.

9. Darren Mcfadden vs Kansas City- With Zach Miller doubtful for this game, Louis Murphy out, K.C. will stack the box. Mcfadden still will probably go over 100+ total yards he just might not find the endzone.

10. Ladainian Tomlinson @ Detroit- Jets will get back to what they do best against Detroit and their 27th ranked Run D.

11. Peyton Hills vs NE- Hills had the bye week to rest and is healthy. He will get a gigantic workload against NE in the run game and pass game.

12. Thomas Jones @ Oakland- Chiefs will run the ball at least 35 times, so plenty of opportunity for Jones to succeed alongside Charles.

13. Legarrette Blount @ Atlanta- Is now the #1 back for TB and running well thus far.

13A Brandon Jackson vs Dallas- Running much better of late and will be playing against an uninspired defense. Should have a couple of scoring opportunities.

14. Jahvid Best vs NYJ- Not a good matchup here.

15. Felix Jones @ GB- Still the #1 Option in Dallas, but not playing well and Tashard Choice will cut into Jones time this week. Jones is better for PPR.

16. Jonathan Stewart  vs NO- Oline is not opening up any holes and Stewart has been struggling. Will get all the touches with DeAngelo Williams out again, but don’t expect a breakout for Stewart.

16A. Donald Brown @ Philly- With Addai and Mike Hart both out, Brown will get the carries, but he hasn’t been playing well.

17. Ben Jarvus Green-Ellis @ Cle- Big game last week and although he may not get a lot of yards, I think he will have a lot of opportunities to punch the ball in the endzone this week, as Brady will move the ball.

17A. Cedric Benson @ Pit- Rough matchup, but still gets all the carries. Don’t expect yards but a TD is possible.

18. Ryan Matthews @ Houston- Getting healthier , but Sproles and Tolbert are hurting his potential

18A. Bradon Jacobs @ Seattle- Good chance to find the endzone and rack up about 40-50 yards.

19. Darren Sproles @ Houston-  With Gates doubtful, Naanee, Davis and Floyd all out, Sproles will play a big role in the passing game Solid play in PPR leagues.

19A. Danny Woodhead @ Cleveland- Woodhead gets enough catches and carries to be productive as a flex.

20. Shonn Greene @ Detroit- Should get at least 10-15 carries this week, should find some room to run, but has to hit the edge and run away from Suh.

21. Beanie Wells @ Minnesota- Beanie is questionable so , but looks like he’ll play.

22. Ronnie Brown @ Baltimore- Williams and Brown continue to hurt each other

23. Ricky Williams @ Baltimore- Decent flex play

24. Marshawn Lynch vs NYG- Lynch is finding nowhere to run (2.8 ypc as a Seahawk) rough matchup against the Giants Run D.

24. Fred Jackson vs Chicago- C.J. Spiller needs to get more carries, Jackson has been getting a lot of carries but hasn’t produced, tough matchup this week.

25. Mike Tolbert @ Houston – Good chance to find the endzone.

26. Chester Taylor vs Buffalo- Should be a factor as the Bears should run the ball a lot this week

27. C.J. Spiller vs Chicago- Can’t wait to rank this guy in the Top 5, Give him the Ball BUFFALO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 20 Carries!!!!!!!!

28. Michael Bush vs K.C.- Don’t see him doing much.

29. Julius Jones/Chris Ivory/Ladell Betts @ Carolina- Who knows?

30. Willis McGahee vs Miami- McGahee takes a back seat this week

31. Tashard Choice @ GB- Might get 10 touches this week as Barber could take a lesser role

32. Marion Barber @ GB

33. Justin Forsett vs NYG

34. Derek Ward vs SD

35. Cadillac Williams @ Atlanta

 

WR’s

1.    Roddy White vs. TB
2.    Reggie Wayne @ PHI
3.    Greg Jennings vs. DAL
4.    Hakeem Nicks @ SEA- The last time I ranked Nicks in the top five, he finished with 8 yards, won’t happen again.
5.    Miles Austin @ GB
6.    Andre Johnson vs. SD
7.    Anquan Boldin vs. MIA
8.    Calvin Johnson vs. NYJ-Tough matchup but won’t be blanketed by Revis which means he’ll break out for at least one score.
9.    Marques Colston @ CAR
10.    Desean Jackson vs. IND- If he plays (concussion) he’s definitely a top ten finisher this week with Vick back under center.
11.    Brandon Marshall @ BAL
12.    Mike Williams(TB) @ ATL
13.    Pierre Garcon @ PHI- Great matchup and is now Manning’s # 2 guy.
14.    Larry Fitzgerald @ MIN- Two touchdowns in week 8, good for at least one this week.
15.    Terrell Owens vs. PIT
16.    Jeremy Maclin vs. IND
17.    Hines Ward @ CIN
18.    Steve Smith(CAR) vs. NO
19.    Mike Wallace vs. CIN
20.    Percy Harvin vs. ARI- Great matchup if he can go (ankle) but Coach Childress not so sure now after missing practice all week. I’m still ranking him as if he’ll play.
21.    Dwayne Bowe @ OAK-Scored in three straight, no Nnamdi could mean another solid day
22.    Dez Bryant @ GB
23.    Johnny Knox @ BUF
24.    Braylon Edwards @ DET- Great matchup for him if he can only catch Sanchise’s passes.
25.    Steve Smith(NYG) @ SE
26.    Steve Johnson vs. CHI
27.    Steve Breaston @ MIN- 8-147 last week, look for around 6-100 this week, becoming solid WR 3.
28.    Wes Welker @ CLE
29.    Chad OchoCinco vs. PIT
30.    Lance Moore @ CAR
31.    Patrick Crayton @ HOU- River’s number two target after Gates against league’s worst pass defense.
32.    Santonio Holmes @ DET
33.    Davone Bess @ BAL- Could be a big time PPR guy this week catching a lot of underneath stuff from Henne against the Ravens pass rush.
34.    James Jones vs. DAL
35.    Lee Evans vs. CHI
36.    Derrick Mason vs. MIA
37.    Robert Meachem @ CAR
38.    Mike Williams(SEA) vs. NYG
39.    Nate Burleson vs. NYJ
40.    Bernard Berrian vs. ARI- Not a huge fan of the guy, but he’s the #2 now at worst and # 1 if Harvin sits.
41.    Jordy Nelson vs. DAL
42.    Roy Williams @ GB
43.    Darrius Heyward-Bey vs. KC- Had his best game of his short career last week, might be coming into his own now.
44.    Deion Branch @ CLE
45.    Michael Jenkins vs. TB
46.    Mario Manningham @ SEA
47.    Earl Bennett @ BUF
48.    Anthony Gonzalez @ PHI
49.    Jacoby Jones vs. SD
50.    Saje Arijotutu @ HOU-I’m sure you’ve never heard of him but he’s the # 2 receiver in San Diego now.
51.    Kevin Walter vs. SD
52.    Mohammed Massaquoi vs. NE
53.    Brandon LaFell vs. NO- Scored in two straight, I’m starting to like this kid opposite Smith.
54.    Devin Hester @ BUF
55.    Jericho Cotchery @ DET
56.    Brian Hartline @ BAL
57.    Deon Butler vs. NYG
58.    Josh Cribbs vs. NE
59.    Jason Avant vs. IND- Move up about 15 spots if Desean can’t go.
60.    Devery Henderson @ CAR- This guy always comes out and surprises right when you least expect it, and this week, I least expect it. Don’t take the gamble though.

 

 

TE’s

 

1. Jason Witten @ GB- Kitna’s favorite target

2. Antonio Gates @ Houston (Game-Time Decision)

3. Aaron Hernandez @ Cle

4. Dustin Keller @ Detroit

5. Jacob Tamme @ Philly

6. Visanthe Shiancoe vs Arizona

7. Ben Watson vs NE

8. Tony Gonzalez vs Tampa Bay

9. Tony Moeaki @ Oakland

10. Heath Miller @ Cincy

11. Kellen Winslow @ Atlanta

12. Brent Celek vs Indy

13. Todd Heap vs Miami

14. Jermaine Gresham vs Pitt

15. Brandon Pettigrew vs NYJ

16. John Carlson vs NYG

17. Owen Daniels (questionable) vs Indy

18. Greg Olsen vs Buffalo

19. Jeremy Shockey @ Carolina

20. Anthony Fasano @ Baltimore


 


 

 

 


 


 

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4 O’clock Breakdowns + Sunday and Monday Night- Week 9

By: Rick Findura

New York Giants at Seattle Seahawks
Prediction: Giants 24, Seahawks 10. The Giants D is playing lights out right now, and with Matt Hasselbeck out for Sunday because of a  concussion last week) and no real proven performer at receiver, it won’t be easy for Seattle, despite their recent successes against the G-men at home.  Mike Williams has been the best option for the Seahawks, but isn’t explosive. Williams may get some late grabs in what I expect to be a game the Giants keep well in hand throughout.  Marshawn Lynch and Justin Forsett shouldn’t see much room to run.  The Giants have completely shut out the likes of DeAngelo Williams, Arian Foster, and Matt Forte.  Lynch isn’t as established as any of them, and shouldn’t be in your starting lineup this week.  For the Giants, expect a balanced effort.  Ahmad Bradshaw again will get the ball between the 20′s, and as he’s shown, he’ll do some damage.  Brandon Jacobs has a good shot at getting in the end zone in this one.  I see the big points however coming from the Giants receivers.  Hakeem Nicks has shown himself to be a terrific red zone target and deep threat and it is rare to be both in this league.  I think the guy to look for this week though is Steve Smith.  Going against his former college coach in Pete Carroll, you know he’ll be looking to impress.  With the Giants getting out to an early lead, I see the Giants looking at Smith often to pick up first downs and keep the chain and the clock moving. Smith has been picking it up of late and is a solid start in PPR leagues as well as Standard.

Kansas City Chiefs at  Oakland Raiders
Prediction: Chiefs 24, Raiders 20.  This is a matchup of the number 1 and number 2 ranked rushing teams in the NFL.  With the Chiefs being the number 1 rushing team in the league.  I give the edge to the Chiefs running game due to the fact that the Raiders are 26th in stopping the run. (The Chiefs D is 7th).  I expect Jamaal Charles and Thomas Jones to run the ball all over Oakland on Sunday.  As is the usual for the Chiefs, Jones will get the bulk of the carries early and on short yardage.  Charles will get the ball often between the 20′s.  Charles is averaging an astounding 6.5 yards per carry, giving him the title of “Breakout Player of the Week”  possibility.  Charles is also great catching the ball out of the backfield.  Charles and Jones should both get the start in your league.  Dwayne Bowe has caught 5 TD’s in the past 3 games, but with only 6 catches combined the past 2 weeks, consider anything he does this week to be a bonus.  Don’t rely on him to but up big numbers, even with Nnamdi Asomugha doubtful to play for the Raiders.  The only player worth starting for the Raiders is Darren McFadden.  McFadden has been a great Fantasy back when not out of the lineup due to injury (twice this season).  He’s gone over 100 yards in 4 of the 6 games he’s played. (95 yards in another).  In the 2 games he didn’t break 100 yards rushing he caught 6 balls out of the backfield in each.  Expect Jason Campbell to struggle.  Darius Heyward-Bey had a breakout game last week, but Brandon Flowers is one of the best, and most underrated corners in the league.

Indianapolis Colts at Philadelphia Eagles
Prediction: Colts 31, Eagles 17.  This is a tough game to predict.  The Eagles are getting Michael Vick back for the first time since week 4.  And I don’t know how much he’s going to give you.  The Colts pass rush is excellent, so expect a lot of hits and a lot of pockets collapsing, forcing Vick to run…and take some more hits. DeSean Jackson is expected to play, but might be tentative in his first game back.  LeSean McCoy could be in for a nice day though.  The Colts don’t stop the run, and even if they do, McCoy is dangerous out of the backfield. I don’t see the Colts attack slowing down Mcoy this week.  Peyton Manning is Peyton Manning.  Expect him to find Reggie Wayne, Pierre Garcon, and Jacob Tamme most of the day. Joseph Addai and Mike Hart are both most likely to be out Sunday, leaving duties to Donald Brown and Javarris James but don’t expect much too much from them.  This will be a game that will be won through the air…surprise!

Dallas Cowboys at Green Bay Packers
Prediction: Packers 31, Cowboys 13. Ok, well, this much I know…don’t look for the Cowboys to break out of their funk this week.  The Packers battled their way to a 9-0 win against the tough Jets D.  They should have no problem moving the ball against the Cowboys.  Expect most of the damage to be done by Aaron Rodgers, obviously.  He’ll pick apart the Cowboys injured secondary all night.  Greg Jennings is a must-start.  And if Donald Driver doesn’t start, you may want to give James Jones a chance as well.  Though Brandon Jackson hasn’t been getting in the end zone, I think he’ll have the ball in his hands enough times to put up decent numbers.  I really don’t see anyone worthy of a must-start against the Packers D for the Cowboys.  Jon Kitna has been getting a lot of yardage in mop up duty when the Cowboys are already out of the game, and that’ll be the case again.  Dez Bryant has been coming on of late, but Miles Austin is still their number 1.  Only 1 of them can really be expected to have a good game, and it’s a coin flip really as to which one.  Jason Witten figures to be Kitna’s security blanket, and he’d be the only Cowboy I’d want in my lineup.  I wouldn’t touch any Cowboy RB with a 10 foot pole this week.

Pittsburgh Steelers at Cincinnati Bengals
Prediction: Steelers 28, Bengals 14. Straight up and down the Steelers lineup I like in this matchup.  Ben Roethlisberger should be able to hit Mike Wallace down the field, and hit Hines Ward to move the chains.  Rashard Mendenhall should get some yards against the Bengals 23rd ranked D against the run.  For the Bengals it’s another story.  Carson Palmer could put up a ton of yards in garbage time.  I don’t know how often those drives will end up in the end zone however.  I do know that if they do, they’ll be in the hands of Terrell Owens.  Chad Ochocinco is known for not playing well against the Steelers.  Terrell Owens has been a revelation this year though.  TO has averaged over the past 4 games, almost 8 catches for nearly 120 yards, and he’s scored in each game. (5 TD’s total).  Ride the wave while it’s still going.  Cedric Benson should be resting nice and easy on your bench this week.

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