I am going to try this again. My locks for last week were 1-2, not very good. This week I am going to lock 3 games again, and add a lock at each position for fantasy owners.
#1) Arizona -4 at St. Louis. I think Warner will have a big week at his former home. Arizona is looking to take control of the NFC West, and this win will go along ways in doing just that,
#2) Houston -1.5 at Minnesota. Houston offense is looking great. Andre Johnson and Steve Slaton both look like the real deal and Minnesota has not lived up to any of the high expectations they had for the defense this year.
#3) Indianapolis EVEN against New England. I think this is do or die for the Colts, if they lose this game the season is just about over at 3-6. Therefore, I am going out on a limb, and take them to win against the Patriots.
Player Locks
#1) Kurt Warner vs. Rams
#2) Matt Forte vs. Lions
#3) Steve Slaton vs. Vikings
I also want to throw Ryan Torain's name out there. He won the starting job in the preseason then went down with an injury. All the Broncos RB's are injured and he is back at 100%. I look for him to make an impact maybe not this week, but definitely before the playoffs start.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Week 9 Injury Report
Week 9 Injury Report Updated
Tony Romo - OUT at least until week 11
Matt Hasselbeck- OUT at least two more weeks
Trent Edwards- Expected to start, but has sprained ankle
Ben Roethlisberger- expected to start, has shoulder soreness in throwing arm
Jamal Lewis- Has not practiced all week, dehydration
Warrick Dunn- Back Spasms, very questionable for Sunday
Felix Jones- OUT hamstring
Sammy Morris- Knee sprain, doubtful
Darren McFadden- broken toe, very questionable
Steven Jackson- game time decision with strained quadriceps
Donte Stallworth- questionable with quadriceps
Tony Scheffler- limited in practice (groin), but expected to play
Jason Witten- broken ribs, game time decision, but questionable
Injury Returns
Joseph Addai- Will start for the Colts in a must win game against the Patriots
Willie Parker- Expected to make his first start since injury had him sidelined
Tony Romo - OUT at least until week 11
Matt Hasselbeck- OUT at least two more weeks
Trent Edwards- Expected to start, but has sprained ankle
Ben Roethlisberger- expected to start, has shoulder soreness in throwing arm
Jamal Lewis- Has not practiced all week, dehydration
Warrick Dunn- Back Spasms, very questionable for Sunday
Felix Jones- OUT hamstring
Sammy Morris- Knee sprain, doubtful
Darren McFadden- broken toe, very questionable
Steven Jackson- game time decision with strained quadriceps
Donte Stallworth- questionable with quadriceps
Tony Scheffler- limited in practice (groin), but expected to play
Jason Witten- broken ribs, game time decision, but questionable
Injury Returns
Joseph Addai- Will start for the Colts in a must win game against the Patriots
Willie Parker- Expected to make his first start since injury had him sidelined
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Start 'em/ Sit 'em Week 9 by John Scherer
Start’em
QB’s
Kyle Orton QB, Chicago
He has had a very good year statistically with 10 TDs to only 4 interceptions. He has a great matchup this week against the Lions’ 31st ranked passing defense. Detroit has surrendered 10 passing touchdowns this year and only come up with one interception. Orton also had his best game of the season last time he faced the Lions (334 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INTs).
Kurt Warner QB, Arizona
Facing the Rams this week should be your typical NFC West shootout. With Boldin & Fitzgerald back in the mix, Warner is a great start!
Chad Pennington QB, Miami
He has managed the Dolphins offense intelligently, and although he is never going impress you by throwing a 40 yard frozen rope, he has achieved marginal starter status this year. He should be a decent start against Denver, as the Broncos continue to have problems defending the pass, and have been typically allowing 254 pass yards per game
RB’s
Ernest Graham RB, Tampa Bay
Graham has lost carries to Warrick Dunn this season, but has still managed to put up decent numbers to this point. He should have the opportunity to make a big fantasy impact this week against the Chiefs, owners of the worst run defense in the league. Kansas City has given up almost 200 rushing yards a game and 14 rushing touchdowns to their opponents in 7 games. Ouch.
Tim Hightower RB, Arizona
He has all but replaced Edgerrin James as #1 RB in Arizona. Look for Hightower to see more touches and end zone carries this Week.
LenDale White RB, Tennessee
He is a goal line beast. When Tennessee gets in the red zone, you can bet that LenDale White will get the ball. Chris Johnson is a beast in himself, but White seems to get the call in the red zone, thus making him the leader in TD’s amongst RB’s w/10. Run LenDale RUN!!!
WR’s
Ted Ginn, Jr. WR, Miami
There is no one in the Bronco’s secondary healthy enough to keep pace with the speedster Ginn. Ginn will be able to run behind this secondary at will, and if Pennington can connect, Ginn should have no problems posting his second career 100 yard receiving game.
Calvin Johnson WR, Detroit
It's hard to believe, but the Chicago Bears are last in the league against the wide receiver position, and have been giving up about 16 catches, and 191 yards per game to opposing wide outs. While Dan Orlovsky is not the ideal guy you want throwing the ball, Johnson should still get enough opportunities this Week to make an impact.
Matt Jones WR, Jacksonville
Jones has seen his targets (and production) go up in three consecutive Weeks accumulating into a 16 target effort in Week 8. That is the type of one-sided dedication I like to see from a QB to a WR. I’m not expecting to see Jones continue to improve on his fantasy performance in Week 9, but I am still seeing him carving out a decent game.
Kevin Curtis WR, Philadelphia
Call this one a gamble but start Curtis this Sunday. Weak match-up vs. Seattle defense. McNabb will look to get him the ball.
Sit’em
QB’s
Jason Campbell QB, Washington
He has a had a better year than anyone expected. He has tossed eight touchdown passes and has yet to throw a single interception. He does not have a great match up this Week against the Steelers, however. The Steelers have the top passing defense in the NFL. This will likely be a defensive, low-scoring affair. Campbell’s job will be to stay mistake free and effective, but he will not necessarily be putting up big numbers.
Derek Anderson QB, Cleveland
The Ravens defense has been equally unforgiving against both the run and the pass this season. Against opposing QBs, they have an average of 196 yards per game, and against opposing RBs, only 55 yards per game. While the Browns offense has been showing some signs of a turnaround in recent Weeks, a matchup against Baltimore has really crimped fantasy prospects for almost all opposing players this year.
Tyler Thigpen QB, Kansas City
Thigpen had a great performance in Week 8. I don’t see that happening again in Week 9. Tampa Bay is great at baiting QBs into turnovers. I expect that to be the case again.
RB’s
Ryan Grant RB, GB
In his last game, Grant had his biggest fantasy game of the season. But, move that thought right out of your head because the Tennessee Titans are a tough group against the run. If you don’t have a reliable starter to throw in there, you can stick with Grant. However, we want you to look over your roster pretty hard before challenging the Titans.
Cedric Benson RB, Cincinnati
Cedric Benson has been playing fairly well as the new Bengals starter, but the Cincinnati offense is in such a state of disarray, it's probably best to steer clear for now. The Jaguars defense is nothing special, so Benson is a decent reach if you need him, but there are likely better options out on the waiver wire.
Steve Slaton RB, Houston
Slaton has been surprisingly (at least to me) effective in his rookie season, but I would not expect much from him this week. The Minnesota Vikings have one of the best run defenses in the NFL. The Vikes allow just over 70 rushing yards per game.
Edgerrin James RB, Arizona
- see Tim Hightower explanation on START’EM list.
WR’s
Roy Williams WR, Dallas
The newest Cowboy wide receiver caught his first touchdown pass with his new team last week, but I would not expect to see him putting up big numbers all of a sudden. The Cowboys still have noodle-armed Brad Johnson at quarterback, and this week they face one of the NFL’s best defenses in the New York Giants. Brad Johnson will have enough to worry about just trying to stay upright. I don’t expect to see him take many shots down field. Even when he does, I suspect TO will be the recipient of the majority of these passes.
Terrell Owens WR, Dallas
Don't hate the player, hate the lack of a quality 2nd string QB that can't get the ball down field. Don't expect much vs. NYG.
Chad Johnson WR, Cincinnati
See above (Terrell Owens).
Steve Breaston WR, Arizona
With Boldin back in the mix, Breaston moves to #3 WR. Less targets.
QB’s
Kyle Orton QB, Chicago
He has had a very good year statistically with 10 TDs to only 4 interceptions. He has a great matchup this week against the Lions’ 31st ranked passing defense. Detroit has surrendered 10 passing touchdowns this year and only come up with one interception. Orton also had his best game of the season last time he faced the Lions (334 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INTs).
Kurt Warner QB, Arizona
Facing the Rams this week should be your typical NFC West shootout. With Boldin & Fitzgerald back in the mix, Warner is a great start!
Chad Pennington QB, Miami
He has managed the Dolphins offense intelligently, and although he is never going impress you by throwing a 40 yard frozen rope, he has achieved marginal starter status this year. He should be a decent start against Denver, as the Broncos continue to have problems defending the pass, and have been typically allowing 254 pass yards per game
RB’s
Ernest Graham RB, Tampa Bay
Graham has lost carries to Warrick Dunn this season, but has still managed to put up decent numbers to this point. He should have the opportunity to make a big fantasy impact this week against the Chiefs, owners of the worst run defense in the league. Kansas City has given up almost 200 rushing yards a game and 14 rushing touchdowns to their opponents in 7 games. Ouch.
Tim Hightower RB, Arizona
He has all but replaced Edgerrin James as #1 RB in Arizona. Look for Hightower to see more touches and end zone carries this Week.
LenDale White RB, Tennessee
He is a goal line beast. When Tennessee gets in the red zone, you can bet that LenDale White will get the ball. Chris Johnson is a beast in himself, but White seems to get the call in the red zone, thus making him the leader in TD’s amongst RB’s w/10. Run LenDale RUN!!!
WR’s
Ted Ginn, Jr. WR, Miami
There is no one in the Bronco’s secondary healthy enough to keep pace with the speedster Ginn. Ginn will be able to run behind this secondary at will, and if Pennington can connect, Ginn should have no problems posting his second career 100 yard receiving game.
Calvin Johnson WR, Detroit
It's hard to believe, but the Chicago Bears are last in the league against the wide receiver position, and have been giving up about 16 catches, and 191 yards per game to opposing wide outs. While Dan Orlovsky is not the ideal guy you want throwing the ball, Johnson should still get enough opportunities this Week to make an impact.
Matt Jones WR, Jacksonville
Jones has seen his targets (and production) go up in three consecutive Weeks accumulating into a 16 target effort in Week 8. That is the type of one-sided dedication I like to see from a QB to a WR. I’m not expecting to see Jones continue to improve on his fantasy performance in Week 9, but I am still seeing him carving out a decent game.
Kevin Curtis WR, Philadelphia
Call this one a gamble but start Curtis this Sunday. Weak match-up vs. Seattle defense. McNabb will look to get him the ball.
Sit’em
QB’s
Jason Campbell QB, Washington
He has a had a better year than anyone expected. He has tossed eight touchdown passes and has yet to throw a single interception. He does not have a great match up this Week against the Steelers, however. The Steelers have the top passing defense in the NFL. This will likely be a defensive, low-scoring affair. Campbell’s job will be to stay mistake free and effective, but he will not necessarily be putting up big numbers.
Derek Anderson QB, Cleveland
The Ravens defense has been equally unforgiving against both the run and the pass this season. Against opposing QBs, they have an average of 196 yards per game, and against opposing RBs, only 55 yards per game. While the Browns offense has been showing some signs of a turnaround in recent Weeks, a matchup against Baltimore has really crimped fantasy prospects for almost all opposing players this year.
Tyler Thigpen QB, Kansas City
Thigpen had a great performance in Week 8. I don’t see that happening again in Week 9. Tampa Bay is great at baiting QBs into turnovers. I expect that to be the case again.
RB’s
Ryan Grant RB, GB
In his last game, Grant had his biggest fantasy game of the season. But, move that thought right out of your head because the Tennessee Titans are a tough group against the run. If you don’t have a reliable starter to throw in there, you can stick with Grant. However, we want you to look over your roster pretty hard before challenging the Titans.
Cedric Benson RB, Cincinnati
Cedric Benson has been playing fairly well as the new Bengals starter, but the Cincinnati offense is in such a state of disarray, it's probably best to steer clear for now. The Jaguars defense is nothing special, so Benson is a decent reach if you need him, but there are likely better options out on the waiver wire.
Steve Slaton RB, Houston
Slaton has been surprisingly (at least to me) effective in his rookie season, but I would not expect much from him this week. The Minnesota Vikings have one of the best run defenses in the NFL. The Vikes allow just over 70 rushing yards per game.
Edgerrin James RB, Arizona
- see Tim Hightower explanation on START’EM list.
WR’s
Roy Williams WR, Dallas
The newest Cowboy wide receiver caught his first touchdown pass with his new team last week, but I would not expect to see him putting up big numbers all of a sudden. The Cowboys still have noodle-armed Brad Johnson at quarterback, and this week they face one of the NFL’s best defenses in the New York Giants. Brad Johnson will have enough to worry about just trying to stay upright. I don’t expect to see him take many shots down field. Even when he does, I suspect TO will be the recipient of the majority of these passes.
Terrell Owens WR, Dallas
Don't hate the player, hate the lack of a quality 2nd string QB that can't get the ball down field. Don't expect much vs. NYG.
Chad Johnson WR, Cincinnati
See above (Terrell Owens).
Steve Breaston WR, Arizona
With Boldin back in the mix, Breaston moves to #3 WR. Less targets.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Cumberland Football League Week 8 Update
Top 5 QB
1) Drew Brees - Razorbacks - 209.82
2) Philip Rivers - Crossville - 206.12
3) Aaron Rodgers - Phenom - 179.02
4) Kurt Warner - Hounds - 174.86
5) Jay Cutler - Mutiny - 171.48
Top 5 RB
1) Clinton Portis - Mutiny - 143.30
2) Marion Barber - Lizards - 131.10
3) Frank Gore - Bomberz - 129.40
4) Reggie Bush - Razorbacks - 119.40
5) Matt Forte - Mayland - 115.60
Top 5 WR
1) Santana Moss - Lizards - 112.90
2) Roddy White - Mutiny - 106.70
3) Larry Fitzgerald - Bomberz - 104.70
4) Greg Jennings - Phenom - 99.90
5) Andre Johnson - Bomberz - 97.40
Top 5 Defense
1) Tampa Bay - Mutiny - 178.00
2) Tennessee - Razorbacks - 168.00
3) Pittsburgh - Crushers - 151.00
4) Baltimore - Dealers - 150.00
5) Philadelphia - Mutiny - 148.00
Craig sits all alone at the top with a 6-2 record. Good luck next week!
Jason
1) Drew Brees - Razorbacks - 209.82
2) Philip Rivers - Crossville - 206.12
3) Aaron Rodgers - Phenom - 179.02
4) Kurt Warner - Hounds - 174.86
5) Jay Cutler - Mutiny - 171.48
Top 5 RB
1) Clinton Portis - Mutiny - 143.30
2) Marion Barber - Lizards - 131.10
3) Frank Gore - Bomberz - 129.40
4) Reggie Bush - Razorbacks - 119.40
5) Matt Forte - Mayland - 115.60
Top 5 WR
1) Santana Moss - Lizards - 112.90
2) Roddy White - Mutiny - 106.70
3) Larry Fitzgerald - Bomberz - 104.70
4) Greg Jennings - Phenom - 99.90
5) Andre Johnson - Bomberz - 97.40
Top 5 Defense
1) Tampa Bay - Mutiny - 178.00
2) Tennessee - Razorbacks - 168.00
3) Pittsburgh - Crushers - 151.00
4) Baltimore - Dealers - 150.00
5) Philadelphia - Mutiny - 148.00
Craig sits all alone at the top with a 6-2 record. Good luck next week!
Jason
Tuesday NFL Round-up
Ok ,so I will start with all my predictions from last week. I had three absolute locks for the weekend, and I missed two of three. I got the Tennessee game correct (as I have all year so far!) and missed on the Buffalo and Tampa predictions. On the year though I am still above 50%. I went 5-3 in my 8 leagues this week, losing in the Tennessee Ballers league and two yahoo public leagues. My Cumberland League is a tight race with all teams being only separated by 3 games top to bottom.
I was glad to see alot of returning fantasy studs this week. Brian Westbrook, Marques Colston, and Ladainian Tomlinson all returned with better results, including Westbrook's monster game. I am hoping Joseph Addai will return soon as my leagues are suffering.
I will be taking Clinton Portis' picture down this week and replacing with Brian Westbrook. I intend to give the fantasy player of the week his glory gracing the cover of this blog. This week belongs to Westbrook.
I wanted to give Mr. John Scherer some props on his start 'em/ sit 'em for last week. He listed ten starters for week 8 and all but one scored a touchdown, so thats 90% TD rate...not bad. However, on his sit 'ems, Matt Ryan And Eli Manning both had a better than average game, and Roy Williams scored a touchdown. Also, Dwayne Bowe and Joey Galloway had decent production.So at least he got his starters right?!?!?
I was glad to see alot of returning fantasy studs this week. Brian Westbrook, Marques Colston, and Ladainian Tomlinson all returned with better results, including Westbrook's monster game. I am hoping Joseph Addai will return soon as my leagues are suffering.
I will be taking Clinton Portis' picture down this week and replacing with Brian Westbrook. I intend to give the fantasy player of the week his glory gracing the cover of this blog. This week belongs to Westbrook.
I wanted to give Mr. John Scherer some props on his start 'em/ sit 'em for last week. He listed ten starters for week 8 and all but one scored a touchdown, so thats 90% TD rate...not bad. However, on his sit 'ems, Matt Ryan And Eli Manning both had a better than average game, and Roy Williams scored a touchdown. Also, Dwayne Bowe and Joey Galloway had decent production.So at least he got his starters right?!?!?
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Week 8 Locks of the Week
Some of the office guys and I do a little friendly wagering each week. I am about 50% for the year, but regularly do well with a few locks of the week. Here are three games I think are locks.
1) Tampa Bay +1.5 against the Cowboys. I am a huge Dallas fan, but they are hurting without Romo, Felix Jones, and Terrance Newman. I think Tampa however is on the up and should win this game without the points.
2) Tennessee -4 against the Colts. I have bet on Tennessee and the line all year and have won every game. I will continue this until I lose. I think the Titans playing great right now with the league #1 rush offense against the Colts (ranked 29 against the run). The Titans always play the Colts good and this year they are the favorites.
3) Buffalo -1.5 against the Dolphins. Buffalo looked great last week with the return of Trent Edwards, and I think are looking to make a statement on the AFC East. Miami shocked a few teams with the single wing offense, but the Ravens showed how to shut that down last week.
These three games are my locks of week 8.
1) Tampa Bay +1.5 against the Cowboys. I am a huge Dallas fan, but they are hurting without Romo, Felix Jones, and Terrance Newman. I think Tampa however is on the up and should win this game without the points.
2) Tennessee -4 against the Colts. I have bet on Tennessee and the line all year and have won every game. I will continue this until I lose. I think the Titans playing great right now with the league #1 rush offense against the Colts (ranked 29 against the run). The Titans always play the Colts good and this year they are the favorites.
3) Buffalo -1.5 against the Dolphins. Buffalo looked great last week with the return of Trent Edwards, and I think are looking to make a statement on the AFC East. Miami shocked a few teams with the single wing offense, but the Ravens showed how to shut that down last week.
These three games are my locks of week 8.
Friday, October 24, 2008
Friday's NFL Newsbreaks
A couple interesting news articles surfaced today that may affect some fantasy owners. Matt Hasselbeck, who has been hampered all year with a back injury, has been listed as inactive for a third straight game. Seattle owners are having trouble getting any points from the WR's or Julius Jones due to their lack of a passing game.
Also Warrick Dunn was listed as questionable following some post concussion tests this week. He is also suffering from a back injury.
Duece McAllister made news today by being on a NFL list for players failing a drug test this week. He is planning on appealing the positive test and will not miss the game against the Chargers, but look for this to be an issue before this season is up.
Willie Parker has been listed as doubtful again this week, Mewelde Moore will be starting, but NYG Defense has only given up two touchdowns to running backs this year. Look for Moore to have an off week.
Also, Santonio Holmes was arrested for drug possession this week and has been deactivated for this weeks game.
Also Warrick Dunn was listed as questionable following some post concussion tests this week. He is also suffering from a back injury.
Duece McAllister made news today by being on a NFL list for players failing a drug test this week. He is planning on appealing the positive test and will not miss the game against the Chargers, but look for this to be an issue before this season is up.
Willie Parker has been listed as doubtful again this week, Mewelde Moore will be starting, but NYG Defense has only given up two touchdowns to running backs this year. Look for Moore to have an off week.
Also, Santonio Holmes was arrested for drug possession this week and has been deactivated for this weeks game.
Start 'em / Sit 'em Week 8
John Scherer is a senior analyst for this blog. He is a mulitple league manager and commissioner. He will giving blog updates weekly. This is his start 'em/ sit 'em for Week 8.
Week 8 Who's Hot & Who's Not
Start 'Em
Jason Campbell QB, Washington
Campbell has his best game of 2007 against this week’s opponent, the Lions. Four of the last five QB have gone over 250 against Detroit.
Trent Edwards QB, Buffalo
The Miami pass D stinks and Edwards has found the grove. Besides the Arizona game where he was knocked out early, he’s averaged a solid 238 passing yards a game with 5 total TDs and just 2 INTs.
Matt Schaub QB, Houston
Look for Matt to play well coming off 26-for-31 game & no INT's. He will be a solid start playing @ home against a winless Cinci...
LenDale White RB, Tennessee
Going back to the well again with White this week too. Another RB that isn’t started in a lot of leagues, but the Colts can’t stop the run, and it’s always a better Monday night game when you have somebody playing.
Deuce McAllister RB, New Orleans
Don’t see him splitting much time with Stecker. I Think Deuce will get two-third of the carries at Wembley and will be well over 100 yrds.
Steve Slaton RB, Houston
Slaton should have a big game against Cinci @ home especially if Schaub gets the passing game opened up early. This will create big running gaps in that already weak Cinci D...
DeAngelo Williams RB, Carolina
Williams is emerging as a touchdown machine. He didn't have a TD in first four games, but has had 4 in the last 3. Look for him to run well and score against Arizona's weak run D..
Thomas Jones RB, NYJ
If he's on your roster you have to start him against KC. He's coming off his best performance since 2002 and will continue to run the ball great while Favre lights up the passing game...
Vincent Jackson WR, San Diego
He is having a breakout season. W/Chris Chambers out he has lead his team w/26 reps and 478 yards and is still optimistic even though his team is 3-4. Look for him to be Rivers go to man...
Josh Morgan WR, San Francisco
Morgan emerged last week and made people remember what he did in the preseason. Seattle allows over 25 fantasy points per game to wide receivers and Morgan will be starting this week.
The Jets, Seattle and Washington go up against weak offenses this week. Go ahead and start any of them.
Sit 'em
Eli Manning QB, NYG
He faces a decent Steelers pass defense that is allowing just over 14 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. He has failed to throw for over 200 yards in each of his last two games, which were against much weaker defenses. Bench him unless you have don’t have any better options.
Matt Ryan QB, Atlanta
The Eagles have had a week to get ready for this game. They should be able to mix things up enough to make Ryan look like a rookie.
JaMarcus Russell QB, Oakland
The Ravens Defense should be able to have their way with Russell and the Raiders.
All Oakland Running Backs
They had a great showing last week and Oakland does run the ball well. Unfortunately they have three guys sharing the ball in Oaktown. This week they face the number one rush defense in the league. The Ravens only allow 58 yards per game on the ground and have only given up one rushing touchdown. More importantly, They are only allowing 11.3 fantasy points per game to running backs. Divide that by two or three, and you aren’t looking at a good fantasy week from the Oakland runners.
Fred Taylor RB, Jacksonville
MJD is slowly taking all carries away from Taylor. Should not be considered starter material.
Aaron Stecker RB, New Orleans
He’s not owned in a lot of leagues, but don’t believe the hype. McAllister will get the carries with Thomas and a cast of thousands getting the receptions for the Saints.
Dwayne Bowe WR, Kansas City
Yeah he’s #10 in the league in receptions, but the Chiefs QB situation is a shambles and you don’t want to have to depend on anybody on this squad.
Joey Galloway WR, TB
Even if Galloway declare he is ready to play, keep him benched until he proves otherwise.
Roy Williams WR, Dallas
It’s tough starting Cowboys wide receivers after watching Brad Johnson last week. He will be at the helm again this week and it made Terrell Owens normally high ranking plummet. Williams plays 4th fiddle behind Owens, Witten, and Barber in that offense. That doesn’t bode well against a Buccaneers defense that has really been coming on lately and has only allowed 13 points in the last 2 weeks.
Week 8 Who's Hot & Who's Not
Start 'Em
Jason Campbell QB, Washington
Campbell has his best game of 2007 against this week’s opponent, the Lions. Four of the last five QB have gone over 250 against Detroit.
Trent Edwards QB, Buffalo
The Miami pass D stinks and Edwards has found the grove. Besides the Arizona game where he was knocked out early, he’s averaged a solid 238 passing yards a game with 5 total TDs and just 2 INTs.
Matt Schaub QB, Houston
Look for Matt to play well coming off 26-for-31 game & no INT's. He will be a solid start playing @ home against a winless Cinci...
LenDale White RB, Tennessee
Going back to the well again with White this week too. Another RB that isn’t started in a lot of leagues, but the Colts can’t stop the run, and it’s always a better Monday night game when you have somebody playing.
Deuce McAllister RB, New Orleans
Don’t see him splitting much time with Stecker. I Think Deuce will get two-third of the carries at Wembley and will be well over 100 yrds.
Steve Slaton RB, Houston
Slaton should have a big game against Cinci @ home especially if Schaub gets the passing game opened up early. This will create big running gaps in that already weak Cinci D...
DeAngelo Williams RB, Carolina
Williams is emerging as a touchdown machine. He didn't have a TD in first four games, but has had 4 in the last 3. Look for him to run well and score against Arizona's weak run D..
Thomas Jones RB, NYJ
If he's on your roster you have to start him against KC. He's coming off his best performance since 2002 and will continue to run the ball great while Favre lights up the passing game...
Vincent Jackson WR, San Diego
He is having a breakout season. W/Chris Chambers out he has lead his team w/26 reps and 478 yards and is still optimistic even though his team is 3-4. Look for him to be Rivers go to man...
Josh Morgan WR, San Francisco
Morgan emerged last week and made people remember what he did in the preseason. Seattle allows over 25 fantasy points per game to wide receivers and Morgan will be starting this week.
The Jets, Seattle and Washington go up against weak offenses this week. Go ahead and start any of them.
Sit 'em
Eli Manning QB, NYG
He faces a decent Steelers pass defense that is allowing just over 14 fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. He has failed to throw for over 200 yards in each of his last two games, which were against much weaker defenses. Bench him unless you have don’t have any better options.
Matt Ryan QB, Atlanta
The Eagles have had a week to get ready for this game. They should be able to mix things up enough to make Ryan look like a rookie.
JaMarcus Russell QB, Oakland
The Ravens Defense should be able to have their way with Russell and the Raiders.
All Oakland Running Backs
They had a great showing last week and Oakland does run the ball well. Unfortunately they have three guys sharing the ball in Oaktown. This week they face the number one rush defense in the league. The Ravens only allow 58 yards per game on the ground and have only given up one rushing touchdown. More importantly, They are only allowing 11.3 fantasy points per game to running backs. Divide that by two or three, and you aren’t looking at a good fantasy week from the Oakland runners.
Fred Taylor RB, Jacksonville
MJD is slowly taking all carries away from Taylor. Should not be considered starter material.
Aaron Stecker RB, New Orleans
He’s not owned in a lot of leagues, but don’t believe the hype. McAllister will get the carries with Thomas and a cast of thousands getting the receptions for the Saints.
Dwayne Bowe WR, Kansas City
Yeah he’s #10 in the league in receptions, but the Chiefs QB situation is a shambles and you don’t want to have to depend on anybody on this squad.
Joey Galloway WR, TB
Even if Galloway declare he is ready to play, keep him benched until he proves otherwise.
Roy Williams WR, Dallas
It’s tough starting Cowboys wide receivers after watching Brad Johnson last week. He will be at the helm again this week and it made Terrell Owens normally high ranking plummet. Williams plays 4th fiddle behind Owens, Witten, and Barber in that offense. That doesn’t bode well against a Buccaneers defense that has really been coming on lately and has only allowed 13 points in the last 2 weeks.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Tom Brady Injury Update
Citing multiple news releases, Tom Brady may not be returning to the Patriots by the beginning of next season. He has had several setbacks during his rehab from ACL/MCL surgery. I am attaching one news article from the Boston Globe.
Doctors are concerned about an infection in reigning NFL MVP Tom Brady’s surgically repaired left knee, and have performed a total of three more procedures to remove it.
Doctors are concerned about an infection in reigning NFL MVP Tom Brady’s surgically repaired left knee, and have performed a total of three more procedures to remove it.
The New England Patriots’ quarterback had surgery to repair a torn ACL and MCL on October 6 in Los Angeles, and confirmed a second surgery on Wednesday after he developed an infection. Citing an anonymous source, the Boston Herald reported on Wednesday that Brady has had two more procedures since that time.
The newspaper reported that doctors fear that the patellar tendon graft used to replace Brady’s ACL is in danger of becoming compromised. In that case, the entire ACL reconstruction would have to be removed and redone from scratch, causing a major setback in his rehab.
Brady wrote on his web site, tombrady.com that, “The infection is very treatable and, through a course of antibiotics, it will be knocked out of my system.”
Brady referred to the second procedure as being “proactive,” on the part of the doctors, and that the results have been positive. Brady is on a course of IV antibiotics, which he will continue for a six-week period, according to the Herald’s source.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Injury/Suspended Report for Week 8
I thought I would try to catch up on the injuries and suspensions from around the league.
Injuries to major fantasy players
- Tony Romo is listed as definitely out for Sunday's game vs. Tampa and will probably sit out until after their bye week in week 10. Hopefully he will return for the Washington game week 11.
- Sammy Morris is potentially a stud RB this year, but a knee injury is keeping him out of practice. He is listed as probable for Sunday. This is for the guys who had to pick him up after Maroney went out for the season this week.
- Felix Jones will miss at least the next two games for Dallas. He had scored a TD in every game he had played until the game he was injured. Looking to come back the same week as Romo.
- Anquan Boldin practiced mildly today and is listed as day-to-day, but I don't expect him to make a fantasy impact even if he plays this week.
- Jeremy Shockey is listed as uncertain after suffering a minor setback in the first practice since landing in London for the game against the Chargers.
- Brian Westbrook practices fully today making his reutrn this week look likely. After recovering from two seperate injuries (ribs and ankle), he will likely see limited action Sunday anyway.
- Willie Parker is listed as doubtful today. His lingering injuries have put a damper on this years fantasy teams, replacement Mewelde Moore is a viable option after last weeks 120 yd 2 TD performance.
- Jay Cutler is heading into a bye week and looks to be 100% when returning in week 9. X-rays were negative on his injured finger.
- Joseph Addai is listed as doubtful for this weeks game against the Titans. His hamstring injury looks worse than first thought and could miss significant games. A good sign for Dominic Rhodes owners.
- Jason Campbell is going to play Sunday after a groin injury looked more serious than i turns out to be.
-LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice today, but will start Sunday in London. He is a fantasy owners nightmare this year so far. He is not producing like in the past, but you cannot sit him due to any game could be his breakout game.
- Marques Colston was active last week, but did not see any fantasy action. owners consider sitting him until he performs well enough to earn his starting spot back.
- Reggie Bush had surgery Monday to repair knee damage. His return date looks like in 2-4 weeks, but I would consider 4 weeks before starting again. Knee injuries to slashers take a long time to get back to normal.
-Plaxico Burress has not practiced all week due to three seperate injuries including a thumb injury that has him listed as probable for Sunday.
- Willis McGahee is limiting his practices to prepare to start Sunday. He looks to be working his way back to form.
Suspensions
- Larry Johnson and Kellen Winslow have both been suspended by their teams for actions detrimental to he team. Johnson will miss his second game in a row and Winslow, who was battle injuries and sickness, has been a fantasy no-show this year.
More updates as this weekends games get closer.
Jason
Injuries to major fantasy players
- Tony Romo is listed as definitely out for Sunday's game vs. Tampa and will probably sit out until after their bye week in week 10. Hopefully he will return for the Washington game week 11.
- Sammy Morris is potentially a stud RB this year, but a knee injury is keeping him out of practice. He is listed as probable for Sunday. This is for the guys who had to pick him up after Maroney went out for the season this week.
- Felix Jones will miss at least the next two games for Dallas. He had scored a TD in every game he had played until the game he was injured. Looking to come back the same week as Romo.
- Anquan Boldin practiced mildly today and is listed as day-to-day, but I don't expect him to make a fantasy impact even if he plays this week.
- Jeremy Shockey is listed as uncertain after suffering a minor setback in the first practice since landing in London for the game against the Chargers.
- Brian Westbrook practices fully today making his reutrn this week look likely. After recovering from two seperate injuries (ribs and ankle), he will likely see limited action Sunday anyway.
- Willie Parker is listed as doubtful today. His lingering injuries have put a damper on this years fantasy teams, replacement Mewelde Moore is a viable option after last weeks 120 yd 2 TD performance.
- Jay Cutler is heading into a bye week and looks to be 100% when returning in week 9. X-rays were negative on his injured finger.
- Joseph Addai is listed as doubtful for this weeks game against the Titans. His hamstring injury looks worse than first thought and could miss significant games. A good sign for Dominic Rhodes owners.
- Jason Campbell is going to play Sunday after a groin injury looked more serious than i turns out to be.
-LaDainian Tomlinson did not practice today, but will start Sunday in London. He is a fantasy owners nightmare this year so far. He is not producing like in the past, but you cannot sit him due to any game could be his breakout game.
- Marques Colston was active last week, but did not see any fantasy action. owners consider sitting him until he performs well enough to earn his starting spot back.
- Reggie Bush had surgery Monday to repair knee damage. His return date looks like in 2-4 weeks, but I would consider 4 weeks before starting again. Knee injuries to slashers take a long time to get back to normal.
-Plaxico Burress has not practiced all week due to three seperate injuries including a thumb injury that has him listed as probable for Sunday.
- Willis McGahee is limiting his practices to prepare to start Sunday. He looks to be working his way back to form.
Suspensions
- Larry Johnson and Kellen Winslow have both been suspended by their teams for actions detrimental to he team. Johnson will miss his second game in a row and Winslow, who was battle injuries and sickness, has been a fantasy no-show this year.
More updates as this weekends games get closer.
Jason
Half Season Awards for Cumberland Football League
These are the half season update and awards for Cumberland Football League as awarded by the commisioner (me)
Well we are at the halfway point in the regular season. I am going to give the regular update and the half-season awards.
Top 5 QB
1) Aaron Rodgers - Phenom - 179.02
2) Drew Brees - Razorbacks - 174.86
3) Philip Rivers - Crossville - 172.58
4) Jay Cutler - Mutiny - 171.48
5) Tony Romo - Dealers - 153.86
Top 5 RB
1) Clinton Portis - Mutiny - 129.90
2) Marion Barber - Lizards - 119.90
3) Reggie Bush - Razorbacks - 116.40
4) Matt Forte - Mayland - 115.60
5) Frank Gore - Bomberz - 112.10
Top 5 WR
1) Greg Jennings - Phenom - 99.90
2) Larry Fitzgerald - Bomberz - 91.80
3) Santana Moss - Lizards - 85.10
4) Roddy White - Mutiny - 81.80
5) Brandon Marshall - Hounds - 81.20
Top 5 Defense
1) Tampa Bay - Mutiny - 160.00
2) Tennessee - Razorbacks - 157.00
3) Chicago - Lizards - 144.00
4) Pittsburgh - Crushers - 141.00
5) Green Bay - Phenom - 140.00
ok, for the half-season awards.
MVP Award --- Aaron Rodgers
You cannot argue the fact he is the highest scorer in our league including defenses. He hasn't had the bye week yet, but he is producing.
Rookie of the Year --- Matt Forte/Chris Johnson/Steve Slaton
These guys have been fantasy impact players from day one.
Comeback Player of the Year --- Kurt Warner/Kyle Orton
These two guys rank 6-7 in overall scoring and neither was drafted or even thought of prior to the draft
Biggest Bust Award --- Peyton Manning/Ladanian Tomlinson/Braylon Edwards
These guys were picked in the first/second round of every draft. Peyton ranks 12th among QB's behind Orton, Warner, barely ahead of Pennington. LT ranks 12th among RB's behind Forte/C. Johnson (rookies) . Edwards ranks 21st in WR's. Playing poorly for these high draft picks who haven't missed games due to injuries are worse than drafting players you lose for the year. At least that way, you can start someone else? Brady went down, but I can play someone else instead, you have to start these guys knowing they are playing bad because they have potential to be great. By the way, Dusty has two of the three busts!
Coach/Manager/Owner of the Year --- Danny Jones (Rinnie)
Despite missing the draft, having Darren draft Maroney, Fred Taylor, our leagues first kicker, and Terry Glenn who was out of the league, Danny is tied for first place. Danny also is the lowest combined scorer in our league, all other teams have outscored him as a whole. Still he remains tied at the top at the half-way point. So obviously, he is starting the right guys at the right time and playing the right teams at the right time.
1st Coach to be fired --- Dusty Ledbetter (Fentress)
Out of all the teams in the bottom half of the standings, Dusty is the only one who drafted in the top half of the draft. Having the #1 pick should insure a .500 season if you don't get the injury bug, His 1-3-5-6-9 picks have been sub-par at best. His jewels came in the 7th and 11th round when he picked Jennings and Rodgers. Maybe the second half of the season will turn it around.
Jason
Well we are at the halfway point in the regular season. I am going to give the regular update and the half-season awards.
Top 5 QB
1) Aaron Rodgers - Phenom - 179.02
2) Drew Brees - Razorbacks - 174.86
3) Philip Rivers - Crossville - 172.58
4) Jay Cutler - Mutiny - 171.48
5) Tony Romo - Dealers - 153.86
Top 5 RB
1) Clinton Portis - Mutiny - 129.90
2) Marion Barber - Lizards - 119.90
3) Reggie Bush - Razorbacks - 116.40
4) Matt Forte - Mayland - 115.60
5) Frank Gore - Bomberz - 112.10
Top 5 WR
1) Greg Jennings - Phenom - 99.90
2) Larry Fitzgerald - Bomberz - 91.80
3) Santana Moss - Lizards - 85.10
4) Roddy White - Mutiny - 81.80
5) Brandon Marshall - Hounds - 81.20
Top 5 Defense
1) Tampa Bay - Mutiny - 160.00
2) Tennessee - Razorbacks - 157.00
3) Chicago - Lizards - 144.00
4) Pittsburgh - Crushers - 141.00
5) Green Bay - Phenom - 140.00
ok, for the half-season awards.
MVP Award --- Aaron Rodgers
You cannot argue the fact he is the highest scorer in our league including defenses. He hasn't had the bye week yet, but he is producing.
Rookie of the Year --- Matt Forte/Chris Johnson/Steve Slaton
These guys have been fantasy impact players from day one.
Comeback Player of the Year --- Kurt Warner/Kyle Orton
These two guys rank 6-7 in overall scoring and neither was drafted or even thought of prior to the draft
Biggest Bust Award --- Peyton Manning/Ladanian Tomlinson/Braylon Edwards
These guys were picked in the first/second round of every draft. Peyton ranks 12th among QB's behind Orton, Warner, barely ahead of Pennington. LT ranks 12th among RB's behind Forte/C. Johnson (rookies) . Edwards ranks 21st in WR's. Playing poorly for these high draft picks who haven't missed games due to injuries are worse than drafting players you lose for the year. At least that way, you can start someone else? Brady went down, but I can play someone else instead, you have to start these guys knowing they are playing bad because they have potential to be great. By the way, Dusty has two of the three busts!
Coach/Manager/Owner of the Year --- Danny Jones (Rinnie)
Despite missing the draft, having Darren draft Maroney, Fred Taylor, our leagues first kicker, and Terry Glenn who was out of the league, Danny is tied for first place. Danny also is the lowest combined scorer in our league, all other teams have outscored him as a whole. Still he remains tied at the top at the half-way point. So obviously, he is starting the right guys at the right time and playing the right teams at the right time.
1st Coach to be fired --- Dusty Ledbetter (Fentress)
Out of all the teams in the bottom half of the standings, Dusty is the only one who drafted in the top half of the draft. Having the #1 pick should insure a .500 season if you don't get the injury bug, His 1-3-5-6-9 picks have been sub-par at best. His jewels came in the 7th and 11th round when he picked Jennings and Rodgers. Maybe the second half of the season will turn it around.
Jason
My Fantasy Football blog
This is my first attempt to do a blog for fantasy football. I intend to promote the leagues I play in and give the most up-to-date information on fantasy football. I am a little late this year, but I will start now and try to keep all managers of fantasy football that want to win and be competitive in the know!
I currently play in (8) football league ranging from Yahoo Public to the veteran league I commission. Below are links to visit our leagues, maybe in the future, some bloggers can join our leagues or have alive online draft blog league.
Cumberland Football League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/56312) * I commish
Tennessee Ballers League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/62103)
Buccaneers League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/69459)
The others are public leagues. I am going to try to put together weekly updates as well as breaking news daily.
I currently play in (8) football league ranging from Yahoo Public to the veteran league I commission. Below are links to visit our leagues, maybe in the future, some bloggers can join our leagues or have alive online draft blog league.
Cumberland Football League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/56312) * I commish
Tennessee Ballers League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/62103)
Buccaneers League (http://football.fantasysports.yahoo.com/f1/69459)
The others are public leagues. I am going to try to put together weekly updates as well as breaking news daily.
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