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by | October 11, 2012 · 7:07 pm

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 6, Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em

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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

Ben Roethlisberger, Pittsburgh Steelers

Ben Roethlisberger @ Tennessee

Big Ben put up a doughnut in the TD department last week at home against Philly (correction, today he was awarded a TD on the Mendenhall lateral!), but that was a tough matchup. That’s kind of the way Big Ben is, some good weeks, some bad, that is why he’s taken later in Fantasy Drafts. But this is a week to use him against the Titans and their swiss cheese D which is allowing the 26th most points to Fantasy QB’s. Christian Ponder excelled pretty well against them last week so Ben and his trio of Mike Wallace, Antonio Brown and Heath Miller should as well. Start Ben tonight with full confidence and expect around 250 yards with 2-3 TD’s.

Kevin Kolb vs Buffalo

Man, I am really thinking about starting Kevin Kolb over Tony Romo in one of my leagues this week. Just how do you justify that? Kevin Kolb? But looking at the matchups, Romo faces Baltimore, hasn’t looked good so far this season and Kolb is going against the team that is allowing the most points to Fantasy QB’s in Buffalo. The Cards have allowed the most sacks so far this year and we saw Kolb get dropped at least eight or nine times last week, but this is just a great matchup at home against an inferior defense. Sad to say, but it looks like I will be rolling with Kolb over Romo! I know my brother, who is my partner in that league and a Cowboy fan won’t be happy about that!

Christian Ponder @ Washington

We rolled with Ponder last week and he paid off, of course Percy Harvin continues to make look Ponder better than he is, but Christian is getting the job done. He should remain fantasy relevant for another week at least as they matchup with the Skins and their brutal secondary which is allowing the the 4th most points to Fantasy QB’s. Ponder should be throwing quite often in this one and as long as he has Percy to pick up that cognYAC for him, Ponder stats should be solid again this week. Look for 230-260 yards throwing with at least 2 TD’s.

Sit ‘Em

Ryan Fitzpatrick @ Arizona

I think Fitzpatrick is starting to head towards his typical mid to late season slide. Either way you can’t use him against Arizona who are allowing just 16 points a game to Fantasy QB’s. With five Int’s in his last two games, stay away from Fitz especially on the road in this tough matchup.

Matt Stafford @ Philly

Stafford has yet throw for two TD’s in a game this season and has just three TD’s overall. Something is going on in Detroit and it probably won’t improve against Philly who are allowing just 14 points a game to Fantasy QB’s. Maybe they figured some things out during their bye week, but if you have a better option I would pass on Stafford in Week 6.

Joe Flacco vs Dallas

After a hot start, Flacco has slowed the last two weeks with just one TD and was held under 200 yards passing against Kansas City last week. Dallas’ secondary had a bit of a setback against the Bears, but I think their corners will match up well with Torrey Smith and Anquan Boldin and help slow down this Ravens passing attack. Look for Flacco to finish with modest numbers against the Cowboys who are allowing the 5th fewest points to Fantasy QB’s.

Running Backs

Start ‘Em

Michael Turner, Atlanta Falcons

Michel Turner vs Oakland

Turner is undervalued every season, but continues to stay healthy, go over 1,000 yards and finish with double digit TD’s every year. He is obviously never a threat in the pass game and doesn’t offer much upside, but this guy is great when the matchup is right. Just expect a few duds during the year when he faces a good defense. Against Oakland, this is a matchup he can exploit. The Falcons will be moving the ball all day and Turner will have plenty of chances to churn out yards. He will also most likely find the endzone once or twice.

Willis McGahee @ San Diego

McGahee had a game to forget last week with a big drop on a 4th and one and then a fumble late just as the Broncos were ready to make it a game against the Patriots. This week I believe he puts it behind him and gets the job done against the Chargers. San Diego is allowing the 20th most points to Fantasy Backs and I expect Willis to finish near 100 yards and find the endzone on Monday night.

Rashard Mendenhall @ Tennessee

Mendenhall returned last week from his ACL injury and looked impressive running for 68 yards on 13 carries while catching three passes for 33 yards. His receiving TD was taken away today, which should impact a ton of fantasy scores, hopefully not yours! But If he looks anything like he did last week, expect a very nice performance on Thursday night. The Titans are brutal at defending every fantasy position and are allowing a 144 yards a game on the ground. Get Mendy in your lineups and expect him to produce.

Sit ‘Em

C.J. Spiller/Fred Jackson @ Arizona

Another week another tough matchup for these two talented backs. Not are only they both hurting each other’s value, these matchups are killing them as well. Arizona boasts the 4th best defense in points allowed to Fantasy Backs, so keep Spiller and Jackson on your benches again this week.

Steven Jackson @ Miami

Did you trade him yet? Or are you still suffering? This guy doesn’t score! And will likely not find paydirt against Miami either. Keep him benched. This is the last time Jackson will be on my sit ‘em list. Go trade this guy now!

Ahmad Bradshaw vs San Francisco

Bradshaw had a joyous game against the Browns last week, going over 200 yards rushing, but you need to bench him this week if you can. As we all know the 49ers are elite against the run. This team allowed 3 rushing TD’s last season and are number one against the run again this year. Bradshaw will likely be held under 50 yards rushing and without a score, don’t be tempted, bench him.

Wide Receivers

Start ‘Em

Mike Wallace @ Tennessee

Just two catches for 17 yards last week for Wallace, but don’t let that deter you from starting Wallace this week. This is basically one of my few reminders, Wallace is a no brainer this week against the Titans.

Andre Roberts vs Buffalo

Andre Roberts, Arizona Cardinals

If I like Kolb this week, that means I am going to like his Wides. Andre Roberts has been impressive this year with 4 TD’s so far this season. Roberts also has seen 19 targets in his last two games as his chemistry with Kolb is improving. The Cards run game is a mess so look for Kolb to pass plenty (threw it 52 times last week) and for Roberts to be a good play this week.

Jeremy Kerley vs Indianapolis

With Santonio Holmes out and Stephen Hill questionable again this week, look for Kerley to remain Sanchez’ best target. Kerley saw nine targets last week and caught five of them for 94 yards in a tough matchup against an elite secondary in Houston. He should produce again in a much easier matchup against the Colts who are allowing the 5th most points to Fantasy WR’s.

Sit ‘Em

Denarius Moore @ Atlanta

I like Moore and think he will end up finishing with a pretty good fantasy season, I just don’t trust Carson Palmer against Atlanta on the road. The Falcons are are allowing the fewest points to Fantasy WR’s at just 24 points per game. Moore will probably be targeted a lot in this game, I just don’t expect those passes to come very close to Moore. You are probably looking at a five catch 40 yard game from Moore, something along those lines.

Torrey Smith vs Dallas

I believe Flacco is going to struggle in this game as he is coming back down to earth a bit and that will mean tough sledding for Smith. The Cowboys secondary had one off game so far against Chicago, but Corners Brandon Carr and Mo Claiborne will be up and ready for this matchup coming off the bye.

Vincent Jackson vs Kansas City

I trust Vincent Jackson, I just don’t trust Josh Freeman. This matchup also isn’t as good as it would have appeared a few weeks ago. The Chiefs defense is starting to play and their secondary has allowed just 34 points to Fantasy WR’s the last two weeks. They shut down Flacco and his passing attack and they will at least contain the Bucs passing attack. Brandon Flowers is one of the of the best corners in the league and has started to show why the past few weeks. Vjax likely struggles in this game.

Tight Ends

Start ‘Em

Heath Miller @ Tennessee

Heath Miller, Pittsburgh Steelers

Get all your Steelers in tonight and Heath Miller is no exception. Ben has been targeting Miller a ton this year and the Heath Bar Crunch should enjoy a nice game Thursday Night against the Titans who are allowing the most points to Fantasy TE’s.

Brent Celek vs Detroit

Celek has been kind of quiet the past few weeks with just around 100 yards in his last three games and has only scored once this year. But the matchups haven’t been fully favorable and Vick has been struggling as a result. This week it eases up a bit against Detroit who are allowing the 6th most points to Fantasy TE’s. I expect Celek to catch around five or six passes for 60-75 yards and a possible score.

Kyle Rudolph @ Washington

Rudolph hasn’t been racking up a lot of yards but he does have four TD”s in his last four games as Ponder loves to look for the guy in the endzone. The matchup is right here to use Rudolph against the Skins who are allowing an average of 20 points per game to the Tight End position.

IDP

Start ‘Em

William Moore, Atlanta Falcons

William Moore vs Oakland

Moore is having a breakout year for Atlanta in 2012 with 26 tackles, two Int’s, a fumble forced, a fumble recovery and four pass deflections. He should rack up the tackles against Oakland as they run Darren Mcfadden a bunch and has a good chance to pick off the inaccurate Carson Palmer. Oakland has given up the 8th most fantasy points to Safety’s this season so get Moore in your lineups.

Kyle Williams @ Arizona

Good spot to start the Defensive Tackle here against Arizona who have allowed the most sacks in the league. Williams also has 3.5 sacks this season and five tackles for a loss. Williams should get you favorable fantasy numbers as he should drop Kolb at least once.

Sit ‘Em

Antoine Cason vs Denver

Cason has been one of the better Fantasy DB’s this season with 21 tackles, seven pass deflections and two int’s. I just hate starting any corner against Peyton Manning who is starting to return to the top of his game. I don’t believe Cason will have many opportunities to produce, so keep him reserved.

Justin Houston @ TB

Houston now has 11.5 sacks in his last nine regular-season games after sacking Joe Flacco twice last week. The Bucs however  are not allowing many sacks because Greg Schiano loves to run the football. Houston’s sack chances will be limited this week.

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by | October 7, 2012 · 6:01 am

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 5 Player Rankings

Quarterbacks

  1. Aaron Rodgers @ IND
  2. Matt Ryan @ KC
  3. Drew Brees vs SD
  4. Tom Brady vs DEN
  5. Peyton Manning vs NE
  6. Phillip Rivers @ NO
  7. RG3 vs ATL
  8. Cam Newton vs SEA
  9. Eli Manning vs CLE
  10. Joe Flacco at KC
  11. Andrew Luck vs GB
  12. Ben Roethlisberger vs PHI
  13. Jay Cutler @ JAC
  14. Andy Dalton vs MIA
  15. Michael Vick @ PIT
  16. Matt Schaub @ NYJ
  17. Christian Ponder vs KC
  18. Alex Smith vs BUF
  19. Ryan Tannehill @ CIN
  20. Ryan Fitzpatrick @ SF
  21. Matt Hasselbeck @ MIN
  22. Brandon Weeden @ NYG
  23. Matt Cassel vs BAL
  24. Russell Wilson @ CAR
  25. Mark Sanchez vs HOU
  26. Blaine Gabbert vs CHI
  27. Tim Tebow vs HOU

Running Backs

  1. Marshawn Lynch @ CAR
  2. Adrian Peterson vs TEN
  3. Ray Rice @ KC
  4. Matt Forte @ JAC
  5. Arian Foster @ NYJ
  6. LeSean McCoy @ PIT
  7. Jamaal Charles vs BAL
  8. Ryan Mathews @ NO
  9. Alfred Morris vs ATL
  10. Reggie Bush @ CIN
  11. Maurice Jones-Drew vs CHI
  12. Frank Gore vs BUF
  13. Trent Richardson @ NYG
  14. Willis McGahee @ NE
  15. Stevan Ridley vs DEN
  16. Darren Sproles vs SD
  17. Cedric Benson @ IND
  18. Michael Turner @ WAS
  19. Ahmad Bradshaw vs CLE
  20. Brandon Bolden vs GB
  21. Chris Johnson @ MIN
  22. Donald Brown vs GB
  23. BenJarvus Green-Ellis vs MIA
  24. Rashad Mendehall vs PHI
  25. Fred Jackson @ SF
  26. C.J. Spiller @ SF
  27. Andre Brown vs CLE
  28. DeAngelo Williams vs SEA
  29. Jonathan Stewart vs SEA
  30. Shonn Greene vs HOU
  31. Ben Tate @ NYJ
  32. Michael Bush @ JAC
  33. Kendall Hunter vs Buffalo
  34. Pierre Thomas vs SD
  35. Issac Redman vs PHI
  36. Jaquizz Rodgers @ WAS
  37. Mark Ingram vs SD
  38. Danny Woodhead vs DEN
  39. Chris Rainey vs PHI
  40. Mike Tolbert vs SEA
  41. Daniel Thomas @ CIN
  42. Knoshon Moreno @ NE
  43. Dexter McCluster vs BAL
  44. Toby Gerhart vs TEN
  45. Bilal Powell vs HOU
  46. Jonathan Dwyer vs PHI
  47. Lamar Miller @ CIN
  48. David Wilson vs CLE
  49. Vick Ballard vs GB
  50. Joe McKnight vs HOU

Wide Receivers

  1. Roddy White @ WAS
  2. A.J. Green vs MIA
  3. Percy Harvin vs TEN
  4. Wes Welker vs DEN
  5. Julio Jones @ WAS
  6. Victor Cruz vs CLE
  7. Jordy Nelson @ IND
  8. Demaryius Thomas @ NE
  9. Eric Decker @ NE
  10. Brandon Marshall @ JAC
  11. Andre Johnson @ NYJ
  12. Brandon Lloyd vs DEN
  13. Marques Colston vs SD
  14. Mike Wallace vs PHI
  15. Antonio Brown vs PHI
  16. Dwayne Bowe vs BAL
  17. Reggie Wayne vs GB
  18. Steve Smith vs SEA
  19. Jeremy Maclin @ PIT
  20. Torrey Smith @ KC
  21. DeSean Jackson @ PIT
  22. Steve Johnson @ SF
  23. Brian Hartline @ CIN
  24. Malcolm Floyd @ NO
  25. James Jones @ IND
  26. Domenik Hixon vs CLE
  27. Pierre Garcon vs ATL
  28. Michael Crabtree vs BUF
  29. Andrew Hawkins vs MIA
  30. Nate Washington @ MIN
  31. Anquan Boldin @ KC
  32. Randall Cobb @ IND
  33. Sidney Rice @ CAR
  34. Greg Little @ NYJ
  35. Donnie Avery vs GB
  36. T.Y. Hilton vs GB
  37. Justin Blackmon vs CHI
  38. Jeremy Kerley vs HOU
  39. Brandon LaFell vs SEA
  40. Jerome Simpson vs TEN
  41. Leonard Hankerson vs ATL
  42. Donald Jones @ SF
  43. Jon Baldwin vs BAL
  44. Emmanuel Sanders vs PHI
  45. Davonne Bess @ CIN
  46. Brandon Stokley @ NE
  47. Kendall Wright @ MIN
  48. Santana Moss vs ATL
  49. Joseph Morgan vs SD
  50. Randy Moss vs BUF
  51. Mario Manningham vs BUF
  52. Robert Meachem @ NO
  53. Josh Gordon @ NYG
  54. Josh Morgan vs ATL
  55. Jason Avant @ PIT
  56. Cecil Shorts vs CHI
  57. Golden Tate @ CAR

Tight Ends

  1. Jimmy Graham vs SD
  2. Tony Gonzalez @ WAS
  3. Rob Gronkowski vs DEN
  4. Antonio Gates @ NO
  5. Vernon Davis vs BUF
  6. Owen Daniels @ NYJ
  7. Kyle Rudolph vs TEN
  8. Dennis Pitta @ KC
  9. Greg Olsen vs SEA
  10. Brent Celek @ PIT
  11. Scott Chandler @ SF
  12. Jacob Tamme @ NE
  13. Jermichael Finley @ IND
  14. Heath Miller vs PHI
  15. Martellus Bennett vs CLE
  16. Fred Davis vs ATL
  17. Jermaine Gresham vs MIA
  18. Jared Cook @ MIN
  19. Marcedes Lewis vs CHI
  20. Tony Moeaki vs BAL
  21. Jordan Cameron @ NYG

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by | December 22, 2011 · 9:52 am

Fantasy Savvy Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 16 (Super Bowl Edition)

The final arena, the last duel, the last frontier, the Final Countdown!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Fantasy Super Bowl is here! Congratulations to you for making it. All the hard work has paid off. The hours spent preparing for the draft, getting through the injuries, the constant of picking up new players each week. Analyzing matchups, setting the correct lineups, making the correct trades etc. This is HARD WORK, don’t let anybody tell you otherwise. When you make to this stage, you have worked hard in making sure you have fielded the best team possible each week and you have been successful at it.

But there is one more step to take, one more road to travel and that is to WIN the Fantasy Superbowl. Gain the bragging rights over friends, family, girlfriends, wives, grandparents, your next door neighbor Larry Bookavich or Old Uncle Beppy. It’s all about winning this week and finishing the journey. So let’s get it done!!!! Any specific questions , you’re free to email me at SteveDeAngelo@gmail.com

Disclaimer: Kickers and defenses are left out each week and we try to leave the most obvious players out. 

Note: From top to bottom, the players listed below are in order of effectiveness. If they are ranked first in the start category they are the best option. If they are ranked first in the sit category they are the worst option and so on and so forth.

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QB’s Start ‘Em

Phillip Rivers @ Detroit

Rivers is getting hot for fantasy owners at the perfect time, although some owners have been bounced already because of his poor play early on this season. But he’s on top of his game now with 8 TD’s and 0 Int’s in his last four games. The Chargers are still alive in the division and will playing their hearts out against Detroit in what should be a high scoring affair. Look for Rivers to finish with solid numbers, possibly going over the 300 yard mark with 2-3 TD’s.

Matt Ryan @ New Orleans

Here is another QB who struggled early on and now is putting it altogether as the season winds down. “Matty Ice” has been melting that Ice lately as he has been ON FIRE of late with 11 TD’s in his last 4 games! Ryan has been Money! And he will continue to be money in this spot, on Monday Night indoors against the Saints. This game could be played in the 30′s and Ryan will be tossing the rock all night. Expect a 300 yard game with 2-3 TD’s from Ryan as he connects with Julio, Roddy and Tony G. Also sprinkle in a little Harry Douglas in there!

Tim Tebow @ Buffalo

Of course Timmy Tebow is gonna be in here. Has this guy let you down all year? The answer is NO! So make sure to stick with him once again and be confident in your decision. Tebow should be able to find running room as well as passing lanes in this matchup against the poor Buffalo D. Get Tebow in your lineups and don’t expect anything less than 18 fantasy points with an upside of 30-35 points. I see him finishing somewhere in the middle with around 22-24 points.

Sit ‘Em

Joe Flacco vs Cleveland

Just can’t trust Flacco here, he has been inconsistent all year while the Cleveland Secondary has been consistent ranked #3 in defending QB’s. This will be a Ray Rice type of game, avoid Flacco.

Christian Ponder @ Washington

Ponder has been a littly sloppy lately failing to throw for more than 200 yards in last two outings and throwing 4 interceptions as well. This is not an easy matchup, the Skins have been pretty decent against the pass all year ranked 14th in defending QB’s. We saw what they did to Eli Manning and their passing game last week, forcing Eli into three picks with no TD’s. Also with Adrian Peterson healthy and off the injury report, look for him to be the centerpiece of the offense once again. Can’t trust Ponder right now, been to erratic.

Carson Palmer @ Kansas City

This is gonna be a tough one for Palmer going on the road in Arrowhead in a game which should have a lot of juice, since technically the Chiefs are still alive in the AFC West. The Chiefs are coming off containing the best QB in the NFL in Aaron Rodgers for 3 quarters and playing a hell of a game on defense. Their secondary is underrated and seem to be even more inspired now with Romeo Crennel now the head coach. Look for Palmer to put up decent numbers but to struggle for the most part. There is a chance he could totally fall flat on his face so you want to look for other options.

 

RB’s Start ‘Em

Reggie Bush @ New England


If you aren’t a believer in Reggie by now, shame on you! Maybe this will make you a believer! This dude has been straight lighting it up for the past month and a half now. He has proved a lot of the doubters wrong, by running between the tackles successfully and taking on an everydown type of role. This is by far and away the best he has played in his career. I see no reason why he can’t keep it rolling here against New England, ranked 19th in defending RB’s Even if they get down early, Reggie will play a factor in the passing game. I see Reggie going over 100 total yards in this game with 4-6 catches and a possible score.  

CJ Spiller vs Denver Broncos

I have always been a fan of Spiller and I’m glad he has finally gotten a true chance to succeed. Spiller has gone over 100 total yards in two of his last three games with 2 TD’s in that span. He also has 15 catches as well in that frame. No matter what the score, Spiller can be a factor. But this game should be a slow moving, low scoring battle, with Spiller getting quite a few carries against the Denver D ranked 23rd in defending RB’s. Start him with confidence, this dude is legit.  

Rashard Mendenhall vs St. Louis

Mendy has had an off year with just one 100 yard game all season. He has also hasn’t really taken advantage of good matchups. But this is one where you just have to use him against St. Louis who have been putrid against the run this year. Also Big Ben could be out, leaving it to Charlie Batch who should be handing off plenty to Mendenhall. Look for Mendy to find the endzone this week.

Willis McGahee @ Buffalo

Willis should be fine for the game against Buffalo in what sets up to be a nice matchup for him. Buffalo is 3rd worst at defending the RB positionand the Broncos will be able to pound the run throughout the game. There is some concern about Lance Ball giving Willis some rest, but there is a good chance McGahee gets near 100 yards in this game and finds the endzone.

Sit ‘Em

Peyton Hillis @ Baltimore

Hillis had a productive game last week against Arizona, but this week it’s a whole different story. If you can, you need to bench Hillis. In his last outing against Baltimore he was held under 50 yards rushing.

Steven Jackson @ Pittsburgh

See Peyton Hillis, Brutal matchup for Jackson, avoid at all costs. His offense may see the redzone once all game.

Donald Brown @ Houston

Brown had a monster game last week rushing for 161 yards and a score, but temper expectations against Houston on Thursday Night Football. Wade Phillips has this Houston D ranked 2nd best in defending the RB position. Don’t get giddy and start Brown Thursday night, look for a safer option if you have it.

Something to think about: Benching Marshawn Lynch

We all know how good Lynch has been this year, he’s been a must-start practically every week, even proving to be matchup proof against the studly Ravens D by running for over a 100 yards with a score against them. But the 49ers D is a different animal. This D hasn’t allowed a rushing TD ALL YEAR! Why would we expect Lynch to see the endzone? I agree with the Motto go with what got you there, but If I owned Marshawn and had a guy like CJ Spiller or even a Kevin Smith, I would bench Lynch. I just don’t trust anybody against that 49ers D, especially if Patrick Willis returns, which is possible.

 

WR’s Start ‘Em

Brandon Marshall @ New England

Ok this is fairly obvious. We know how bad New England’s secondary has been and how their offense dictates their opponents to throw early and often. Marshall will produce nicely in this game, let’s just hope he doesn’t drop any TD’s this week!

Julio Jones @ New Orleans


Jones has come alive with 3 TD’s in the last two games and looks to be fully recovered from the hamstring injury. Matt Ryan is on full go right now and he should connect with Julio in this game. Very good chance Jones finds the endzone for a third straight game, get him in your lineups.

Demaryius Thomas @ Buffalo

I’ve recommended him earlier in the season and been burnt, but Thomas is now finally showing some consistency. Tebow looks better throwing the ball and Thomas has now overtaken Decker as his favorite target. Favorable matchup here against Buffalo, Thomas makes for fairly safe play in the Super Bowl. I’m thinking 5 catches for 80 yards with a possible score.

Nate Washington vs Jacksonville

Washington has had a career year in 2011. Matt Hasselbeck finds him often and that shouldn’t change this week against Jacksonville and their secondary which has been decimated by injury. They have now lost five Corners. Look for Washington to put up very nice numbers in this matchup.

Sit ‘Em

Darrius Heyward-Bey @ Kansas City

Heyward-Bey has been great the past two weeks going for over 200 yards with a score, but the matchup gets REAL this week. Brandon Flowers is one on of the best corners in the league and will be assigned to Heyward-Bey. Also as noted above, I believe Carson Palmer struggles in this matchup. Heyward-Bey has been solid the past two weeks but I think he gets contained here and held under 50 yards, Flowers matches up with him perfectly.

Anquan Boldin vs Cleveland

Joe Haden, Cleveland Browns stout pass defense, Boldin and Joe Flacco’s inconsistencies all year, leave Boldin on the bench!

Hakeem Nicks @ New York Jets

It’s uncertain who Revis will be covering, but there is a good chance he could be on Nicks for a good portion of the game. The Jets secondary looked brutal last week, but they have been sound the whole year and I think they step up here and give Eli problems. Nicks is still a stud and needs to be considered, but if you have safer options you may want to keep Nicks benched.

 

TE’s Start ‘Em

Brent Celek @ Dallas


My bad for not suggesting this guy last week, that really was a golden start against the Jets who simply cannot stop the Tight End. Hopefully you got Celek in your lineups and watched him go off for 155 yards and a score. Look for more production this week against Dalllas who have their own problems covering the Tight End giving up the 4th most amount of points to the position. Celek has been on the fantasy radar for the past month and a half and you need to stick with him again this week, he will produce.

Dustin Keller vs New York Giants

I like this spot for Keller against the G-men. The Giants, like their NFC rival Dallas, have had problems covering the Tight End as well ranked 22nd in points allowed the position. Must win game for the Jets, they need to get Keller involved. Keller should have a fairly productive game with around 5-6 catches and 60-70 yards.

Anthony Fasano @ New England

Fasano has been a decent option for the past month or so and this is another matchup to consider him in. Again the Phins will be tossing the rock, Fasano has been targeted midfield and around the goaline, we saw him score last week, let’s ride him again.

Sit ‘Em

Jacob Tamme vs Houston

Looks like Dallas Clark will miss another game, but you can’t use Tamme here. This isn’t last year, keep him benched against Houston who cover the Tight End very well ranked 3rd best.

Heath Miller vs St. Louis

Miller had a nice game on Monday night against the 49ers, but I have serious doubts about him this week. It appears Charlie Batch may play and that most likely means the Steelers will be very run-heavy. Also I’m not sure Batch can get Miller the ball. Lastly, St. Louis is the best when it comes to defending the Tight End.

Brandon Pettigrew vs San Diego

Pettigrew has been better the last two weeks after slumping a bit, but I would be weary of him this week. San Diego ranks 5th best in defending the Tight End. Also, Stafford has been spreading it around to Calvin, Titus Young and Nate Burleson. At this point of the season, I don’t trust Pettigrew.

 

IDP Start ‘Em

James Harrison, LB Pittsburgh Steelers vs St. Louis

James Harrison, coming back from suspension is very mad right now and he’s going to take it out on the Rams. What a perfect matchup for Harrison as the Rams are allowing more sacks than any other team. Kellen Clemens will draw the start for the Rams at QB and he has terrible pocket presence. He will be a sitting duck when Pittsburgh throws blitzes at him. Look for Harrison to get 2-3 sacks in this game.

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


Smith was a animal on Monday night causing havoc on Big Ben all night. Look for Smith to add to his 13 sacks on the year as he is playing with a ton of confidence right now.

Jarius Byrd, S, Buffalo Bills vs Denver

Tim Tebow comes to town and that means plenty of tackle opportunities for Byrd and the Buffalo defenders. Byrd should get 8+ tackles easy in this matchup.

Sit ‘Em

John Abraham, DE, Atlanta Falcons @ NO

Abraham had 3.5 sacks last Thursday night against Blaine Gabbert, but it won’t be so easy against Drew Brees and his quick release. Keep in mind that was Abraham’s first multi-sack game since Week 1. Look for another option.

Jabari Greer, CB, New Orleans Saints vs Atlanta

Greer is a deflection machine, but has a rough matchup against two premier wideouts in Roddy White and Julio Jones. Matt Ryan has also been on top of his game. Leave Greer reserved.

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by | December 17, 2011 · 9:29 am

Player Rankings Week 15 (Semi’s)

Fantasy Savvy won’t be able to provide our rankings for this week due to personal reason, but best believe we will be back with them next week as well as our radio show. However, I will refer you to the another site in which I write for in Fantasypros911.com. My man Paul Greco is on top of his game each week and I fully trust his rankings. You can check them out HERE.

Make sure to check out our Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em column and get back here next week for our Start Em Sit Em, Rankings and Radio Show. NFl Picks will also be resumed next week. Go dominate!

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by | December 15, 2011 · 3:07 pm

Fantasy Savvy Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 15 Semifinals Edition

This season has officially flown by. I really cannot believe we are in Week 15 already. But this is the most exciting time of the year for us fantasy players. This is the playoffs and now we are in the Semifinal round, one victory away from the glorious Fantasy Superbowl.  Let’s face it, It’s time to get REAL SERIOUS!

I thank everybody again for reading and I hope you have found great value in these articles over the course of the season. If you need any additional advice and have any specific questions feel free to email me at SteveDeAngelo@gmail.com .

Disclaimer: Kickers and defenses left out each week and we try to leave the most obvious players out. Start Jordy Nelson!!!

Note: From top to bottom, the players listed below are in order of effectiveness. If they are ranked first in the start category they are the best option, if they are ranked first in the sit category they are the worst option and so on and so forth.

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QB’s Start ‘Em

Matt Ryan @ Jacksonville



Mr. Ryan has been excellent of late throwing another 4 TD’s last week. Julius Jones looks to be almost completely healthy now, Roddy White has picked it up,  and Tony G is still playing like a 20 year old. This passing game has been outstanding of late. Keep Ryan going here against the severely banged up Jacksonville secondary that has lost its top 4 cornerbacks to injury.

Tim Tebow @ New England

If you haven’t seen The Year of The Quarterback on featuring Tim Tebow, you need to see it. It’s a must watch. The guy is a workout warrior. He defines work ethic. Watching this verified my belief that Tebow will do everything in his power to make himself the best QB he can possibly be. There are no shortcuts and he puts no limits on himself. He truly is an inspiring figure.

Getting back to the matchup, obviously it’s a great one for Tebow and an interesting one as well. How many times will he throw it in his game? The Pats will put up at least 24 points in this game and Tebow is going to have to throw to move the ball and when he does he should find success. Again, Tebow has no downside, the guy scores at least 18 points every week and this could be his best matchup of the year.

Andy Dalton @ St. Louis

Dalton has been on my sit list the last 3 weeks because he has had tough matchup after tough matchup. But this week it eases up against St. Louis. Dalton is battle tested after going through that rough patch. He is going to have a nice game here and is a fairly solid start if you need to turn to him. Look for close to 300 yards passing and 2-3 TD’s.

Sit ‘Em

Alex Smith vs Pittsburgh

Just steer clear if you can, terrible matchup on Monday Night Football against the Steelers. The 49ers are going to struggle to score.

Ryan Fitzpatrick vs Buffalo

Fitzy has been stinky after the hot start. Maybe it’s that wicked beard he’s been rocking? He really needs to cut that horribleness. Seriously what is he doing with that thing? Stay away.

Phillip Rivers vs Baltimore

Rivers has been hot the last few weeks but he’s had some juicy matchups vs Jacksonville and Buffalo. Those guys can’t get to the QB like Baltimore can. I see Rivers struggling in this game. He may hit Jackson or Floyd deep once or twice in this game, but the big plays will be limited. If you have better options sit Rivers against the Ravens who are allowing the LEAST amount of points to QB’s.

RB’s Start ‘Em

Roy Helu @ NYG


Make it three straight 100 yard games for Helu. This guy really has impressed me, he is talented and should be around for a while. Almost reminds me of aRay Rice/Ryan Mathews mix. No reason to think he doesn’t hit 100 yards against the Giants. If he did it against the Jets and Seattle, he can do it against the G-Men.

Beanie Wells vs Arizona

Beanie is banged up, but he’s playing through the injuries and has showed toughness this season. Good matchup here against Cleveland who are strugglingagainst the run ranked 20th in points allowed to RB’s. Beanie will see over 20 carries in this matchup and should find the endzone at least once.

Cedric Benson @ St. Louis

I have hated on Benson since the start of the year, but he has been pretty helpful to fantasy owners. Gotta start him here against St. Louis, we all know how bad they are vs the run. Dalton is also going to be moving the ball through the air leaving scoring opportunities for Cedric. A two TD game is possible.

Sit ‘Em

Rashard Mendenhall @ San Fran

No.1 Run D in all thee land. NO RUSHING TD’s ALLOWED ALL YEAR! Don’t even think about starting Mendy.

Ryan Mathews  vs Baltimore

Tough to sit Mathews since he’s been so good lately, but this is a matchup where you have to think about it. PPR I say go with him, if not make sure he’s on your bench.

Frank Gore vs Pittsburgh

Coach Harbaugh admitted Gore is not really healthy right now and he’s partly to blame. He overworked Gore when he had the talents of Kendall Hunter on his bench.  The 49ers really want to win this game since they are still battling for the first-round bye. They may still pound Gore, but this is a rough matchup against Pittsburgh even with Polamalu and Harrison both out. Harbaugh may end up using Hunter a bit more in this game as well.

WR’s Start ‘Em

AJ Green @ St. Louis


Normally I would not put a player of Green’s caliber in this article, but I think you may need to be reminded of how good this guy is. Green currently has 891 yards receiving and 7 TD’s this season. I think he reaches 1,000 yards and adds another TD after this game. This is just a great matchup here, you have to go with Green. If it comes down to Vincent Jackson against Baltimore or Green this week, I’m going with AJ.

Nate Washington @ Indianapolis

After being questionable all of last week, Washington played against the Saints and had two TD’s. If rookie Jake Locker draws the start again this week which is likely, look for him to find his favorite target against the Colts D allowing the 7th most points to fantasy wideouts.  Even if Hasselbeck starts, Washington still is a solid play.

Santana Moss @ New York Giants

Santana did not catch his TD from Rex Grossman last week, it came on a reverse pass from Brandon Banks. But him and Rexy still have shown good rapport dating back to last year and it should show again in the Meadowlands. The Giants secondary has been torched of late and they are ranked 30thwhen it comes to defending the WR position. I can see Santana having a nice game here. I’m thinking 5-6 catches with 100 yards.

Sit ‘Em

DeSean Jackson vs New York Jets

Jackson stepped up last week with 59 yards and a score but the Jets should contain him. Revis will most likely be covering him and if not I think Cromartieor Kyle Wilson can handle him. Jets have been stout against the pass ranked 3rd best in points allowed to WR’s.

Michael Crabtree vs Pittsburgh

Alex Smith is going to have a hard time finding his wideouts this week, so that means be weary of Crabtree. Ike Taylor is a legit corner and should contain Crabtree. Look for other options.

Steve Smith (Carolina) @ Houston

Smith has slowed down the stretch here, although he did have a 100 yard game last week. But this matchup is tough against one of the best secondaries in the league. Texans star CB Jonathan Joseph will be matched up with Smith and I think he contains Stevie. Don’t expect much from Smith, he might be held under 50 yards.

TE’s Start ‘Em

Tony Gonzalez vs Jacksonville


Just a reminder if you are thinking about sitting Tony G this week. Jacksonville is allowing the 31st most point to Tight Ends. The savvy veteran could be in line for a monster game.

Owen Daniels vs Carolina

With Andre Johnson likely out another week, look for TJ Yates to connect with Daniels again this week after Daniels went off for 100 yards last Sunday. Daniels is Yates best receiving option right now.

Anthony Fasano @ Buffalo

The Jersey Boy has been better down the stretch with three 50 yard games in his last five outings. Buffalo is allowing the 23rd most points to Tight Endsand I think Fasano stays involved regardless if Matt Moore plays or not. Not a bad play if you are desperate at the Tight End position this week.

Sit ‘Em

Heath Miller @ San Fran

Miller has been very quiet of late after a mid-season hot streak.  He needs to be benched in this matchup. The 49ers are letting up a lot of points to wideouts, but have been stingy to Tight Ends allowing the 6th fewest points to TE’s. Big Ben will be looking downfield to Antonio Brown and Mike Wallace in this matchup.

Jermaine Gresham @ St. Louis

For whatever reason the the Rams can defend the Tight End, ranked No.1 in that department. Avoid Gresham.

Greg Olsen @ Houston

Olsen has failed to go over 50 yards in four out of his last five games and only has one TD in that span. Houston has allowed the 3rd least amount of points to Tight Ends, so Olsen is not due for a rebound game here.

IDP’s Start ‘Em

James Anderson, LB, Carolina Panthers @ Houston

Carolina can’t stop the run and that is what Houston will be doing plenty of this week, running the football. The Texans are running it even more now thatSchaub and Johnson are both out. Anderson will have plenty of opportunities to add to his tackle total.

Brandon Browner, CB, Seattle Seahawks @ Chicago

Browner has been red-hot of lately picking off four passes in his last three games and he could snatch another against the inept Caleb Hanie. The Bears will also be running a lot so Browner should have a nice amount of tackles. The Bears are giving up the 30th most points to Cornerbacks.

Curtis Lofton, LB, Atlanta Falcons vs Jacksonville

A lot of carries from MJD means a lot of tackle chances for Lofton.

Sit ‘Em

Brandon Flowers, CB, Kansas City Chiefs vs Green Bay

Rodgers does not have to challenge Flowers, he can spread the ball around to any one of his options. Plus even when Rodgers does challenge Flowers the ball most likely will be right on the money to his target. Flowers deflection, interception, and tackle opportunities will be limited this week.

Joe Haden, CB, Cleveland Browns @ Arizona

Not sure how I feel about Haden matching up with Larry Fitzgerald here. Skelton or Kolb whoever plays will be challenging Haden for sure, I’m just not sure if he can handle Fitzgerald. AJ Green fared pretty well vs him a few weeks ago. I would look for other options.

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by | December 10, 2011 · 8:37 pm

Fantasy Savvy Week 14 Playoff Rankings

As promised our rankings are here. It’s Playoff week, and there is no time for amateur rankings, so we have to release ours. So follow closely and I hope your team comes out on top this week. Please check out our radio show at Blogtalkradio.com/fantasysavvy and follow us on twitter @fantasysavvy. Go Dominate!

QB’s

1) Aaron Rodgers vs Oakland

2) Cam Newton vs Atlanta

3) Tom Brady at Washington

4) Drew Brees at Ten

5) Matthew Stafford vs Minnesota

6) Tony Romo vs NYG

7) Eli Manning @ Dallas

8) Matt Ryan @ Carolina

9) Phillip Rivers vs Buffalo

10) Michael Vick @ Miami

11) Tim Tebow vs Chicago

12) Matt Hasselbeck @ NO

13) Carson Palmer @ GB– Keep in mind, both Denarius Moore and Jacoby Ford are out

14) Rex Grossman vs NE

15) Joe Flacco vs Indy

16) Matt Moore vs Philly

17) Alex Smith @ Arizona

18) Josh Johnson/Josh Freeman @ Jacksonville

19) Andy Dalton vs Houston

20) Christian Ponder @ Det

21) Mark Sanchez @ KC

22) TJ Yates @ Cincy

23) Kevin Kolb vs SF

24) Tavaris Jackson vs St. Louis

25) Sam Bradford @ Seattle

26) Caleb Hanie @ Denver

27) Dan Orlovsky @ Balt

28) Blaine Gabbert vs TB

29) Tom Brandstater @ Seattle

30) Tyler Palko vs NYJ

RB’s

1) Ray Rice vs Indy

2) Maurice Jones-Drew vs TB

3) LeSean McCoy@ Miami

4) Arian Foster @ Cincy

5) Ryan Matthews vs Buffalo

5A) Adrian Peterson @ Detroit** Very Questionable

6) Michael Turner @ Carolina

7) Marshawn Lynch vs St. Louis

8) Chris Johnson vs NO

9) CJ Spiller @ San Diego

10) Frank Gore @ Arizona

11) DeMarco Murray vs NYG

12) Reggie Bush vs Philly

13) Roy Helu vs NE

14) Darren Sproles @ Ten

15) Shonn Greene @ KC

15A) LeGarrette Blount @ Jax

16) Willis McGahee vs Chicago** questionable with tough matchup

17) Ben Jarvus Green-Ellis @ Washington

18) Michael Bush @ GB

19) Ahmad Bradshaw @ Dallas

19A) Steven Jackson @ Seattle

20) Pierre Thomas @ Ten**- Ingram ruled out

20A) Beanie Wells vs SF

21) Marion Barber @ Denver

22) Cedric Benson vs Houston

23) Maurice Morris vs Minnesota** Kevin Smith expected to be OUT

23) Toby Gerhart @ Detroit *** Only if Peterson is out, if not doesn’t even make list

24) Jonathan Stewart vs Atlanta

25) Ryan Grant vs Oakland

26) DeAngelo Williams vs Atlanta

26) Brandon Jacobs @ Dallas

27) Donald Brown @ Baltimore

27) Brandon Saine vs Oakland- James Starks OUT

29) Joseph Addai @ Baltimore

30) Ben Tate @ Cincy

31) Daniel Thomas vs Philly

32) Dexter McCluster @ NYJ

32) Mike Tolbert vs Buffalo

33) LaDainian Tomlinson @ KC

33A) Ricky Williams vs Indy

34) Danny Woodhead vs Washington

35) Kendall Hunter @ Arizona

36) Felix Jones vs NYG

37) Steven Ridley @ Washington

38) Thomas Jones vs NYJ

39) Backup dude for the Bears @ Denver- Insert here

WR’s

1) Calvin Johnson vs Minnesota

2) Wes Welker @ Washington

3) Greg Jennings vs Oakland

4) Vincent Jackson vs Buffalo

5) Roddy White @ Carolina

6) Victor Cruz @ Dallas

7) Percy Harvin @ Detroit

8) AJ Green vs Houston

9) Hakeem Nicks @ Dallas

10) Steve Smith vs Atlanta

11) Jordy Nelson vs Oakland

12) Marques Colston @ Ten

13) Larry Fitzgerald vs SF

14) Dez Byrant vs NYG

15) Brandon Marshall vs Philly

16) Stevie Johnson @ SD

17) Mike Williams @ Jax

18) Laurent Robinson vs NYG

19) Michael Crabtree @ Arizona

20) Santana Moss vs NE

21) Julio Jones @ Carolina

22) Damien Williams vs NO

23) Jeremy Maclin @ Miami** Questionable

24) Anquan Boldin vs Indy

24A) Miles Austin vs NYG

25) Brandon Lloyd @ Seattle

26) Malcolm Floyd vs Buffalo

27) Plaxico Burress @ KC

28) Santonio Holmes @ KC

29) DeSean Jackson @ Miami

30) Pierre Garcon @ Baltimore

31) Reggie Wayne @ Baltimore

32) Lance Moore vs Ten

32A) Riley Cooper- **If Maclin is out

33) Dwayne Bowe vs NYJ

34) Eric Decker vs Chicago

35) Demaryius Thomas vs Chicago

36) Nate Burleson vs Minnesota

37) Deion Branch @ Washington

38) Nate Washington vs NO*** Questionable

39) Jabaar Gaffney @ NE

40) Golden Tate vs St. Louis

41) Donald Driver vs Oakland

42) Darrius Heyward Bey @ GB

43) Chaz Shitlens @ GB

44) Jerome Simpson vs Houston

45) Brad Smith @ SD

46) Torrey Smith vs Indy

47) Johnny Knox @ Denver

48) Steve Breaston @ NYJ

49) Doug Baldwin vs STL

50) Jason Avant @ Miami

51) Vincent Brown vs Buffalo

52) David Nelson @ SD

53) Earl Bennett @ Den

TE’s

1) Rob Gronkowski @ Washington

2) Jimmy Graham @ Ten

3) Antonio Gates vs Buffalo

4) Jason Witten vs NYG

5) Tony Gonzalez @ Carolina

6) Aaron Hernandez @ Washington

7) Jermichael Finley vs Oakland

8) Kellen Winslow @ Jax

9) Vernon Davis @ Arizona

10) Brent Celek @ Miami

11) Dustin Keller @ KC

12) Anthony Fasano vs Philly

13) Ed Dickson vs Indy

14) Greg Olsen vs Atl

15) Owen Daniels @ Cincy

16) Dallas Clark @ Baltimore

17) Jake Ballard @ Dallas

18) Jared Cook vs NO

19) Jermaine Gresham vs Houston

20) Brandon Pettigrew vs Minnesota

21) Tony Scheffler vs Minnesota

22) Visanthe Shiancoe @ Det

23) Mercedes Lewis vs TB

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by | December 3, 2010 · 9:48 pm

12/3 Player News

Texans WR Andre Johnson tweaked his ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Eagles but an MRI reavealed no serious damage. He’ll be fine going into Week 14 with a 10 day lay off.

Titans QB Kerry Collins(calf) was limited in practice Friday but hopes are that he’ll be able to go Sunday against the weak Jaguars secondary. He would be a big upgrade for Nate Washington and Randy Moss over Rusty Smith. Kenny Britt(hamstring) is eyeing a week 14 return. Britt was able to do some light drills this week but needs one more week to be back in game shape.

Seahawks WR Mike Williams(f00t) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game but says he expects to play. This would be a big hit to Ben Obomanu’s production but Williams very easily could reaggravate this injury and leave the game early, so i’d keep Obomanu in lineups as the Panthers will be keyed on Williams if he’s in the game.

Vikings RB Adrian Peterson(ankle) practiced Friday and is being considered probable for Sunday’s dream matchup with the Bills. I’d expect Toby Gerhart to steal some carries especially if the game gets out of hand early. Percy Harvin(migraines) was limited in practice Friday and is going to be a game time decision.

Antonio Gates(foot), Mike Tolbert(hand) and Ryan Mathews(ankle) are participated in Friday’s practice and are on track to play Sunday. Tolbert and Mathews are expected to split carries with Tolbert the more likely one to take goal line carries.

Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker(ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup with the Titans. Upgrade TE Marcedes Lewis as he is the only other viable threat besides Mike Thomas for David Garrard to throw too.

The Browns have confirmed Jake Delhomme will start at QB Sunday in Miami.

Jets Safety Jim Leonhard left Friday’s practice on a cart after breaking his tibia. He will now miss the remainder of the season. This is a big blow to the Jets secondary and return game. Eric Smith and Brodney Pool are expected to rotate in at safety while Antonio Cromartie will take over as the punt returner.

Falcons WR Roddy White(knee) as expected practiced in full Friday and is good to go Sunday against the Bucs.

Raiders TE Zach Miller(foot) said he expects to play in San Diego Sunday in a decent matchup as the Chargers pass defense has been great but they have allowed at least 13 fantasy points to TE’s in 5 of the last 6 weeks.

Colts RB Mike Hart(ankle) was unable to practice Friday but is still expected to play Sunday against the Cowboys. Donald Brown will get the start once again as Joseph Addai(neck/shoulder) seems to be a week away from returning to the starting lineup.

Saints RB Pierre Thomas(ankle) was limited in practice Friday but Coach Payton says there is still a “realistic chance” he will play against the Bengals. Even if Thomas does play he’ll have to fight for touches with Chris Ivory, Reggie Bush and dare I say Julius Jones who has actually showed signs of life since becoming a Saint. I wouldn’t recommend starting Thomas if he does play until his role and health are better known.

Bills RB C.J. Spiller(hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday and will play Sunday in Minnesota. Fred Jackson will still get the majority of touches as Spiller will likely be worked back into the mix slowly.

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger(foot) will play Sunday in Baltimore in a big division game. Big Ben was unable to get through a full practice all week but the Steelers will implement more shotgun plays in order to help him make it through the whole game. There is no question if Big Ben can walk, he will play in a game that could very likely decide the division.

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by | November 27, 2010 · 8:33 pm

11/27 Player News

The Raiders have announced that Bruce Gradkowski and not Jason Campbell will start Sunday against the Dolphins. SOURCE: : Adam Schefter on Twitter

Raiders TE Zach Miller(foot) and Darrius Heyward-Bey(hamstring) are both expected to start Sunday. Miller is an average start as he still doesn’t appear to be 100% and DHB is just too inconsistent to be trusted week in and out.

Maurice Jones-Drew(abdomen) is listed as questionable for Sunday against the Giants but is fully expected to play. He will however be without LT Eugene Monroe which will make MJD’s matchup tougher, but he is a must start. Mike Sims-Walker(ankle) is listed as questionable but is believed to be in the lineup. I’d sit him either way as long as you have another option as I can’t see him being close to 100%.

Titans WR Kenny Britt(hamstring) has been officially ruled out once again. Rookie QB Rusty Smith will make his first start against the horrid Texans pass defense, making Nate Washington and Randy Moss decent options even with the rookie under center.

Texans TE Owen Daniels(hamstring) has been ruled out meaning Joel Dreessen will start once again and is a low end TE1 this week.

Redskins WR Santana Moss(hamstring) is going to be a game time decision and I recommend sitting him as these hamstring injuries can flare up at a moments notice. If you have another option, use him.

Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart(concussion) and QB Jimmy Clausen(concussion) are both expected to return this week. Stewart will likely split carries with Mike Goodson in his return against the Browns.

Browns QB Jake Delhomme(ankle) is 100% healed and will get the start with Colt McCoy and Seneca Wallace nursing ankle injuries. He is not a fantasy option.

Seahawks receiver Mike Williams(foot) is going to be a game time decision and will play sparingly even if he does play. Explore other options and keep Williams on benches for the time being.

Chiefs TE Tony Moeaki(concussion) and Dexter McCluster(ankle) are both expected to return to the lineup Sunday in Seattle. Moeaki is a low end TE1 while McCluster shouldn’t be started unless your in return yardage leagues.

Dolphins receiver Brandon Marshall(hamstring) will miss his first game due to injury in his career. QB Chad Henne(knee) apparently has some miracle healer because two weeks ago we thought his season was over, but he will now start Sunday in Oakland.

Chargers TE Antonio Gates(foot) is a game time decision but most reports i’ve read lean towards him sitting. Don’t wait until 8pm to see if he’s active, start someone else. RB Ryan Mathews(ankle) will sit again leaving Mike Tolbert to get the bulk of the carries against the Colts and their 30th ranked run defense.

Colts WR Austin Collie(concussion), RB’s Joseph Addai(neck) and Mike Hart(ankle) have all been ruled out for Sunday night. WR Blair White will play for Collie while Donald Brown will carry the load at RB. Reggie Wayne(knee) will play even though he is currently listed as questionable.

49ers TE Vernon Davis(ankle) is ready to go after a good week of practice. The ankle has been bothering him for weeks now it appears and shouldn’t be an issue going forward, start Davis.

 

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by | November 3, 2010 · 3:48 pm

Week 9 Waiver Pickups

By Mike Cannici

 

QB

Matt Stafford –Stafford put up big numbers last week, hooking up with Calvin Johnson for three touchdowns in his return from a shoulder injury. The injury had him sidelined since week one, and now draws the Jets defense this week. It’s not a great matchup for him but you’re looking to pick this guy up for the long haul. The game is also at home where the Lions have been much better than on the road. Stafford should be owned in all 12 team and bigger leagues and worth a look in 10 team.

David Garrard – Garrard absolutely shredded the Cowboys defense last week for 261 yards and 4 touchdown passes. Garrard the last few seasons has finished in the top 12 in fantasy points amongst QBs and its looking more and more likely that he’ll do that once again. He’s not an every week starter, but the fact that he can run as well as pass makes him a week to week matchup play.

RB

Keiland Wiliams- The severity of Ryan Torain’s ankle injury is not yet known, but if he isn’t ready to go after the bye, Williams would be the guy. I’ve been touting this kid since the preseason and have vouched that at some point he would be the starter. He is a must own in most leagues right now and definitely in PPR leagues. In the two games relieving Torain this year, he has totaled 37 yards rushing and a touchdown and 7 receptions for 47 yards and a touchdown. Not huge numbers but in PPR leagues that’s a total of 27 points in only three quarters of work.

LaGarrette Blount- We spoke of him in last week’s waiver wire, and based on his performance, he must be spoken about again. He had 120 yards and 2 TD in the win over the Cardinals, and could have had a third if not for being tripped up ever so slightly to cause him to slow down and be tackled. That final TD would have been a 94 yarder and he made a great leap up and over a defender to get that run going. He didn’t touch the ball much in the first half, but was very active in the second and is definitely going to be the main guy for carries going forward with Cadillac in as a change of pace and 3rd down back. Blount MUST be owned in all leagues.

Chester Taylor- The Bears are coming off their bye and Taylor has now been announced as the goal line guy. This means he has even more value in PPR leagues and decent value in standard leagues. The guy has talent but has always been put into bad situations. In his one year as a full time starter before the AP era began in Minnesota he had 1200 yards and six touchdowns. He’s a must own in all 12 team and PPR leagues and speculative add in standard leagues.

BenJarvus Green-Ellis- BJGE is back in business after last week’s huge game against the Vikings. After struggling yardage wise the previous few weeks, Green-Ellis put up 112 yards on the ground and two touchdowns, and now has scored at least a touchdown in 5 straight games.  He’s a guy that should definitely be owned in all leagues, but I wouldn’t quite expect this type of game week in and week out until he shows some consistency. The touchdown consistency is real nice but yardage and carries have been sporadic, but would you expect anything else from a Bill Belichick coached team?

WR

Steve Breaston- Made his return to the team in week 8 and posted 8 catches for 147 yards in his biggest game in his short career. He is a solid WR3 going forward if as long as he can stay healthy, and should also continue to help Larry Fitzgerald get more action.

Nate Washington- With the loss of fellow receiver Kenny Britt (hamstring) for who knows how long, Washington now becomes the go to receiver for the Titans. Washington put up four catches for 117 yards and a touchdown which was a 71 yard reception. Washington is a solid flex play going forward and should be owned in all 12 team and deeper leagues.

Nate Burleson – With Matthew Stafford back under center, and Calvin Johnson playing his butt off, Burleson is in line for some big time production going forward, as long as he can stay healthy, which is always a big IF with him. He caught 7 balls for 47 yards on 9 targets so is definitely a bigger asset in PPR leagues. If the two above receivers are off the wire in your league, Burleson isn’t a bad consolation, and could even out produce them with Stafford as his QB as opposed to Derek Anderson/Max Hall or Vince Young.

Anthony Gonzalez- Gonzalez finally made his return to the Colts lineup Monday night and had a solid game catching 4 balls for 55 yards on 6 targets. With Austin Collie out a few more weeks and Dallas Clark done for the season, Gonzalez has a lot of potential if he can avoid the injury bug that has plagued him recently. He’s a must own in deeper leagues and I’d hold off one more week in shallower leagues if there are better options out there.

TE

Jacob Tamme- With Dallas Clark done for the season, I personally didn’t think another Colts TE would step up as quick as Jacob Tamme did Monday night. He posted a 6 catch, 64 yard and a touchdown stat line against the Texans and is looking like a must start at the TE position. He’s definitely the top TE pickup this week and could come close to Clark’s numbers going forward.

 

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