First of all, here's what Favre's game-winning touchdown against the 49ers would have looked like on Tecmo Bowl. Now that we've got that out of the way, here's our list of The Biggest Losers: NFL Edition.
Me:
The first loser is me for calling it all wrong on the Broncos this year. Josh McDaniels basically pulled down his pants and asked Belichick to kiss his ass, rubbing in a heartbreaking 20-17 win over the Patriots. The Broncos have legitimate talent and are on a hot streak (must be those throwbacks). Kyle Orton, Knowshon Moreno, and Brandon Marshall are all good starters this Monday night against the Chargers.
Derek Anderson:
Nobody on the Browns is worth owning. The poor schmuck I played last week must have had a death wish starting Anderson who earned him a whopping -88 fantasy points in the Browns' yawn-fest of a field goal shootout with the Bills. Anderson was 2 for 17. He should just go punch himself in the face.
Cowboys Receivers Not Named Miles Austin:
Both Patrick Crayton and Roy Williams have been stuck in a pit of suck swirling down toward a vortex of dropped and incomplete passes. Some of that is Tony Romo's fault: It was Romo who completed 10 passes to Austin for a total of 250 yards and two touchdowns. In his first start, Austin broke records for both most Cowboys receiving yards in a game and most receiving yards in a first start. Look for Tony Romo to target Austin more often as the season progresses.
Jacksonville Jaguars:
The Jags put up a big goose egg against the Seahawks last week. The Seahawks even started a fourth-string left tackle and the Jacksonville defensive line still couldn't take down Hasselbeck. Look for them to step it up against the 0-5 Rams this week.
Keep Your Eye On:
Jeremy Maclin (Eagles, WR): He had a big game last week filling in for an injured Kevin Curtis and now that McNabb's back he could become a good second option to the oft-covered DeSean Jackson.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Week 5
As we head into Week 5 of NFL football things start to become a little clearer. Brett Favre can still win a game on a final drive. Ochocino's Lambeau Leap was bought and paid for, even though it was still pretty awesome. And obvious playoff teams have fully emerged, previous champions find themselves at the bottom of their respective divisions, and some weak teams have materialized wins out of thin air, tricking owners with fantasy magic into investing in bad players. Some shake ups in the wide receiver category might seem appealing and some winning teams might be winning games now, but I urge fantasy owners to look before they leap.
The Braylon Edwards Effect:
The most talented player on the Browns now plays for the Jets, leaving Cleveland a football wasteland. Fans just better hope LeBron sticks around or they'll have nothing to live for. While Edwards won't gain too many fantasy points himself by changing jerseys, he'll certainly help the Jets (and fantasy owners of Mean Green's players) in more ways than one. Their already sick running game with Thomas Jones, Leon Washington (FSU what!), and rookie Shonn Green will get even better when Edwards draws defensemen away from the backfield. Edwards also adds another target to the Jets' already impressive list of wide outs for Mark "Dirty" Sanchez to look for. He'll also draw defenders away from Jerricho Cotchery, opening up more passes for him. Edwards had a breakout season in 2007 but has been quiet ever since and while he may not be a good fantasy starter (drops balls left and right) he'll make every other player on the Jets look good.
The Michael Crabtree Effect:
Similar to the Braylon Edwards Effect, Michael Crabtree will bring fame, fortune, and fantasy points not only to the rest of his new team but to himself as well. Crabtree could be that extra wide out the Niners have been looking for to balance out their offense. He'll take a little time to get used to the offense but once he does, expect him to blow it up against San Fran's lesser divisional opponents. Like Edwards, Crabtree will be a new target for the quickly emerging Shaun Hill and draw attention away from an already talented receiving and running corps. Crabtree (even though he's a greedy punk from a shitty school) will help the 49ers make it to the playoffs this year.
The Eagles are Back, Sort of:
Both Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook are back after Philly's bye week and are expected to do big things against the 0-4 Bucs and their Swiss cheese defense, but I make this warning: The Eagles have always been a huge disappointment. Always expected to be great and they fall just short. McNabb (even though he'll be wearing a fancy girdle this week to protect his ribs) could get hurt again and the same goes for Westbrook.
Denver's First Loss:
I've discredited the Broncos all season long. I don't like their coach. I don't like their receivers. I don't like their running game or defense. I don't hate Kyle Orton but I think Mark Sanchez grows a better mustache. They have played two terrible teams and two mediocre teams. They aren't blowing up the scoreboard and their first loss will come this week against the Patriots who knocked off the unbeaten Ravens last week.
WTF Romo!?
I have two theories on Tony Romo to explain his recent suckage. The first is that he's dating a hot blonde singer on the side and the paparazzi and the celebrity magazines have yet to find out about it. He always plays terribly when dating a hot blonde singer. Single Romo is good for the team (although, yes, bad for Lil' Tony). My second theory is that the Cowboys will be just O.K. during the regular season, become a wildcard team, and somehow win one or two playoff games and be restored to the way they started the season: pretty good. If Romo wins games during the past few seasons and can't win in the playoffs, maybe the opposite rule will be in effect this year.
The Braylon Edwards Effect:
The most talented player on the Browns now plays for the Jets, leaving Cleveland a football wasteland. Fans just better hope LeBron sticks around or they'll have nothing to live for. While Edwards won't gain too many fantasy points himself by changing jerseys, he'll certainly help the Jets (and fantasy owners of Mean Green's players) in more ways than one. Their already sick running game with Thomas Jones, Leon Washington (FSU what!), and rookie Shonn Green will get even better when Edwards draws defensemen away from the backfield. Edwards also adds another target to the Jets' already impressive list of wide outs for Mark "Dirty" Sanchez to look for. He'll also draw defenders away from Jerricho Cotchery, opening up more passes for him. Edwards had a breakout season in 2007 but has been quiet ever since and while he may not be a good fantasy starter (drops balls left and right) he'll make every other player on the Jets look good.
The Michael Crabtree Effect:
Similar to the Braylon Edwards Effect, Michael Crabtree will bring fame, fortune, and fantasy points not only to the rest of his new team but to himself as well. Crabtree could be that extra wide out the Niners have been looking for to balance out their offense. He'll take a little time to get used to the offense but once he does, expect him to blow it up against San Fran's lesser divisional opponents. Like Edwards, Crabtree will be a new target for the quickly emerging Shaun Hill and draw attention away from an already talented receiving and running corps. Crabtree (even though he's a greedy punk from a shitty school) will help the 49ers make it to the playoffs this year.
The Eagles are Back, Sort of:
Both Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook are back after Philly's bye week and are expected to do big things against the 0-4 Bucs and their Swiss cheese defense, but I make this warning: The Eagles have always been a huge disappointment. Always expected to be great and they fall just short. McNabb (even though he'll be wearing a fancy girdle this week to protect his ribs) could get hurt again and the same goes for Westbrook.
Denver's First Loss:
I've discredited the Broncos all season long. I don't like their coach. I don't like their receivers. I don't like their running game or defense. I don't hate Kyle Orton but I think Mark Sanchez grows a better mustache. They have played two terrible teams and two mediocre teams. They aren't blowing up the scoreboard and their first loss will come this week against the Patriots who knocked off the unbeaten Ravens last week.
WTF Romo!?
I have two theories on Tony Romo to explain his recent suckage. The first is that he's dating a hot blonde singer on the side and the paparazzi and the celebrity magazines have yet to find out about it. He always plays terribly when dating a hot blonde singer. Single Romo is good for the team (although, yes, bad for Lil' Tony). My second theory is that the Cowboys will be just O.K. during the regular season, become a wildcard team, and somehow win one or two playoff games and be restored to the way they started the season: pretty good. If Romo wins games during the past few seasons and can't win in the playoffs, maybe the opposite rule will be in effect this year.
Week 4
Week 4 brings our first byes and with some key player injuries in Week 3, the waiver wire should provide some piece of mind.
You should pick up:
Kevin Walter (WR, Texans)
The number two guy in Houston, Kevin Walter could be a good wide out to fill a W/R spot if your go-to starter is on bye this week. After missing the first two games of the year with a hamstring injury, Walter had seven catches for an impressive 96 receiving yards and one touchdown in the Texans' loss to the Jaguars. Look to Walter this week when Houston hosts the Raiders.
Glen Coffee (RB, 49ers)
After Frank Gore's two 80-yard runs in Week 2 he fell early in the game against Minnesota with an ankle injury. Coffee should pick up his slack and more. He got 25 carries against Minnesota's tough run defense for 54 yards. He'll explode all over St. Louis.
Bengals Defense
Holding both Green Bay and Pittsburgh to under 50 points total in Weeks 2 and 3, the Bengals D has been a huge surprise. Look for them to tear the Browns apart in an easily winnable AFC North matchup.
Brent Celek (TE, Eagles)
Even though the Eagles will sit this next week out, Brent Celek is still a good pickup. He has the second most yards by a tight end in the league, including two back-to-back 100-yard games. He is one of Kevin Kolb's favorite targets and once McNabb gets back he's sure to put up even more points.
Drop it like it's hot:
Larry Johnson (RB, Chiefs)
Johnson is getting old and with only 136 yards this season and no touchdowns, the only player on the Chiefs worth owning is no longer worth owning. Kansas City will go 0-4 versus the Giants' number 1-ranked defense this week.
Byron Leftwich (QB, Buccs)
After putting up some impressive numbers in the first two weeks, Leftwich completed only 7 of 16 passes for under 100 yards in Sunday's shutout against the Giants. In addition to being embarrassed at home, Leftwich has not only been replaced as a starter by Josh Johnson, but benched as an inactive number-three quarterback behind Josh Freeman as well. He gets the Chef Evan Award this week for Farthest and Hardest Fall.
Justin Gage/Nate Washington (WR, Titans)
I don't trust Tennessee's passing game. Last year they went unbeaten in the first 11 weeks of the season with help from their wide outs Gage and Washington, but they just can't put it together this season. They'll lose this week to the Jaguars, a mediocre team themselves in a yawn-fest of a division matchup.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
You should pick up:
Kevin Walter (WR, Texans)
The number two guy in Houston, Kevin Walter could be a good wide out to fill a W/R spot if your go-to starter is on bye this week. After missing the first two games of the year with a hamstring injury, Walter had seven catches for an impressive 96 receiving yards and one touchdown in the Texans' loss to the Jaguars. Look to Walter this week when Houston hosts the Raiders.
Glen Coffee (RB, 49ers)
After Frank Gore's two 80-yard runs in Week 2 he fell early in the game against Minnesota with an ankle injury. Coffee should pick up his slack and more. He got 25 carries against Minnesota's tough run defense for 54 yards. He'll explode all over St. Louis.
Bengals Defense
Holding both Green Bay and Pittsburgh to under 50 points total in Weeks 2 and 3, the Bengals D has been a huge surprise. Look for them to tear the Browns apart in an easily winnable AFC North matchup.
Brent Celek (TE, Eagles)
Even though the Eagles will sit this next week out, Brent Celek is still a good pickup. He has the second most yards by a tight end in the league, including two back-to-back 100-yard games. He is one of Kevin Kolb's favorite targets and once McNabb gets back he's sure to put up even more points.
Drop it like it's hot:
Larry Johnson (RB, Chiefs)
Johnson is getting old and with only 136 yards this season and no touchdowns, the only player on the Chiefs worth owning is no longer worth owning. Kansas City will go 0-4 versus the Giants' number 1-ranked defense this week.
Byron Leftwich (QB, Buccs)
After putting up some impressive numbers in the first two weeks, Leftwich completed only 7 of 16 passes for under 100 yards in Sunday's shutout against the Giants. In addition to being embarrassed at home, Leftwich has not only been replaced as a starter by Josh Johnson, but benched as an inactive number-three quarterback behind Josh Freeman as well. He gets the Chef Evan Award this week for Farthest and Hardest Fall.
Justin Gage/Nate Washington (WR, Titans)
I don't trust Tennessee's passing game. Last year they went unbeaten in the first 11 weeks of the season with help from their wide outs Gage and Washington, but they just can't put it together this season. They'll lose this week to the Jaguars, a mediocre team themselves in a yawn-fest of a division matchup.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
Week 3
What happens after a team loses a big game? They either continue to suck or pick up the pieces and come out hungrier than ever. Week 2 saw big losses by big teams and we've got the skinny on who'll return to former glory, who'll see even more losses in the future, and, most importantly, how it affects your fantasy team.
The Packers fell to the Bengals.
The Packers are at St. Louis and after getting beat by two mediocre teams in Weeks 1 and 2, St. Louis' first win isn't likely to come against Green Bay. Look for Green Bay's defense to allow under 10 points by Marc Bulger and Stephen Jackson and expect A-Rod to air it out all over the Rams' porous shell of a secondary.
The Super Bowl Champion Steelers lost to Jay Cutler and the Bears.
Matt Forte owners are still looking for him to explode and after what Frank Gore did to Seattle's run defense this could be his game. Cutler temporarily silenced the critics in defeating Pittsburgh but who's to say what would have happened if Polamalu was still in. Still, in two games, Cutler has thrown for over 500 yards and that number will only get bigger against the Seahawks.
The Jet toppled Tom Brady and the Patriots.
Bill Belichick is the master of adaptation and after the beating on Tom Brady, expect them to come out hungry with a new game plan even against Atlanta's surprisingly good defense. As the season progresses, look for Brady to fall back into a groove after missing all of last season.
Romo loses it on Sunday night.
As a Cowboy fan, that was a tough game to watch. Time and time again I've seen Tony Romo literally throw away a game like he did on Sunday night. The Cowboys are playing the Panthers this week and without Marion Barber a win will be a little more difficult. And with no touchdowns yet this season by wide reciever Steve Smith, the Panthers will be looking to capitalize on the Cowboys' Week 2 loss. Dallas will pull out the win but not without a few mistakes from Romo.
Dolphins fall apart against the Sheriff.
Miami is at San Diego in Week 3 and they will not win. At this point every player in a skill position (QB Rivers, RBs LDT and Sproles, WR Jackson) on the Chargers (who are coming off a tough loss to Baltimore themselves) is worth owning. The opposite is true for Miami with the exception of Ronnie Brown, their only reliable weapon.
Eagles lose to the Saints.
Philly plays Kansas City this week and they are just a lousy team. Keep in mind that Michael Vick is eligible this week and will get at least a few snaps. Who knows, if he does well he might replace interception machine Kevin Kolb as the starter while McNabb sits out with a cracked rib.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
The Packers fell to the Bengals.
The Packers are at St. Louis and after getting beat by two mediocre teams in Weeks 1 and 2, St. Louis' first win isn't likely to come against Green Bay. Look for Green Bay's defense to allow under 10 points by Marc Bulger and Stephen Jackson and expect A-Rod to air it out all over the Rams' porous shell of a secondary.
The Super Bowl Champion Steelers lost to Jay Cutler and the Bears.
Matt Forte owners are still looking for him to explode and after what Frank Gore did to Seattle's run defense this could be his game. Cutler temporarily silenced the critics in defeating Pittsburgh but who's to say what would have happened if Polamalu was still in. Still, in two games, Cutler has thrown for over 500 yards and that number will only get bigger against the Seahawks.
The Jet toppled Tom Brady and the Patriots.
Bill Belichick is the master of adaptation and after the beating on Tom Brady, expect them to come out hungry with a new game plan even against Atlanta's surprisingly good defense. As the season progresses, look for Brady to fall back into a groove after missing all of last season.
Romo loses it on Sunday night.
As a Cowboy fan, that was a tough game to watch. Time and time again I've seen Tony Romo literally throw away a game like he did on Sunday night. The Cowboys are playing the Panthers this week and without Marion Barber a win will be a little more difficult. And with no touchdowns yet this season by wide reciever Steve Smith, the Panthers will be looking to capitalize on the Cowboys' Week 2 loss. Dallas will pull out the win but not without a few mistakes from Romo.
Dolphins fall apart against the Sheriff.
Miami is at San Diego in Week 3 and they will not win. At this point every player in a skill position (QB Rivers, RBs LDT and Sproles, WR Jackson) on the Chargers (who are coming off a tough loss to Baltimore themselves) is worth owning. The opposite is true for Miami with the exception of Ronnie Brown, their only reliable weapon.
Eagles lose to the Saints.
Philly plays Kansas City this week and they are just a lousy team. Keep in mind that Michael Vick is eligible this week and will get at least a few snaps. Who knows, if he does well he might replace interception machine Kevin Kolb as the starter while McNabb sits out with a cracked rib.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
Week 2
And what have we learned?
Week 1 brought us the return of the Tom Brady two-minute drill, an OT win for the Super Bowl champs, and a career came for Drew Brees with six TDs. My picks last week were off and on but I chock that up to a few running backs shaking off the cobwebs and just some general new season jitters. Week 1 is an anomaly, completely unpredictable and, as that last second Broncos win showed us, all together ridiculous. Here are a few lessons I've taken from the first weekend of NFL football.
The Steeler's running game needs work.
With strong performances from Santonio Holmes, Heath Miller, and Hines Ward, there wasn't much running room for Fast Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall, literally. The Titans stood up to both backs allowing only 25 rushing yards between them. Look for the Bears to give them just as much trouble even without Urlacher.
The Chargers are not as good as everybody thinks.
For the past few years every announcer begins the season by saying that San Diego could very well be in the Super Bowl this year but something always keeps them out. LDT may be past his prime and now that he's splitting time with Sproles, who stole the show last week, he'll get even less touches.
The Bears are screwed, except for Devin Hester.
Without Urlacher and with the jury still out on Jay Cutler, Chicago's future is at best uncertain. Most of Cutler's four interceptions came because his receivers weren't running the right routes. Hester is the only one out there who knows what he's doing and look for Cutler to use him a lot.
A West Coast resurgence may be in order.
With tough performances from the 49ers, Raiders, and Seahawks last week, players who play a Hail Mary from the Pacific could be top points earners this year. Hasselbeck and Julius Jones came up big against the Rams last week and the Raiders should have won on Monday night if not for a called back TD by rookie Louis Murphy. JaMarcus Russell and the Raiders' platoon of three running backs should whoop up on the Chiefs this week and the San Francisco/Seattle game should be one of Sunday's best.
We're only in Week 2.
Just because TO didn't show up to play last week and Santana Moss didn't get any touches doesn't mean they won't be big point earners down the line. Hold onto Steve Slaton, Michael Turner, Larry Johnson, and Pierre Thomas.
Don't be afraid to start:
* QB Trent Edwards: He played a hell of a game on Monday and should have led the Bills to victory if that kick returner would have just held onto the ball.
* WR Terrell Owens: He'll be looking for his first TD with Buffalo and Edwards will be more than happy to appease him.
* RB Steven Jackson: He sure is on a terrible team but Washington's defense is nothing to shout about. He'll get six at least.
Riding the pine:
* QB Carson Palmer: Green Bay's defense is coming off a four-interception game against Chicago and don't expect them to let up for the Bengals.
* WR Steve Smith: There's trouble in Carolina at the quarterback position (see the video above) and what's a good wide out if he has nobody to throw to him?
* RB Marion Barber: Barber was allowed just 56 yard on 27 attempts in his last two game against the Giants.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
Week 1 brought us the return of the Tom Brady two-minute drill, an OT win for the Super Bowl champs, and a career came for Drew Brees with six TDs. My picks last week were off and on but I chock that up to a few running backs shaking off the cobwebs and just some general new season jitters. Week 1 is an anomaly, completely unpredictable and, as that last second Broncos win showed us, all together ridiculous. Here are a few lessons I've taken from the first weekend of NFL football.
The Steeler's running game needs work.
With strong performances from Santonio Holmes, Heath Miller, and Hines Ward, there wasn't much running room for Fast Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall, literally. The Titans stood up to both backs allowing only 25 rushing yards between them. Look for the Bears to give them just as much trouble even without Urlacher.
The Chargers are not as good as everybody thinks.
For the past few years every announcer begins the season by saying that San Diego could very well be in the Super Bowl this year but something always keeps them out. LDT may be past his prime and now that he's splitting time with Sproles, who stole the show last week, he'll get even less touches.
The Bears are screwed, except for Devin Hester.
Without Urlacher and with the jury still out on Jay Cutler, Chicago's future is at best uncertain. Most of Cutler's four interceptions came because his receivers weren't running the right routes. Hester is the only one out there who knows what he's doing and look for Cutler to use him a lot.
A West Coast resurgence may be in order.
With tough performances from the 49ers, Raiders, and Seahawks last week, players who play a Hail Mary from the Pacific could be top points earners this year. Hasselbeck and Julius Jones came up big against the Rams last week and the Raiders should have won on Monday night if not for a called back TD by rookie Louis Murphy. JaMarcus Russell and the Raiders' platoon of three running backs should whoop up on the Chiefs this week and the San Francisco/Seattle game should be one of Sunday's best.
We're only in Week 2.
Just because TO didn't show up to play last week and Santana Moss didn't get any touches doesn't mean they won't be big point earners down the line. Hold onto Steve Slaton, Michael Turner, Larry Johnson, and Pierre Thomas.
Don't be afraid to start:
* QB Trent Edwards: He played a hell of a game on Monday and should have led the Bills to victory if that kick returner would have just held onto the ball.
* WR Terrell Owens: He'll be looking for his first TD with Buffalo and Edwards will be more than happy to appease him.
* RB Steven Jackson: He sure is on a terrible team but Washington's defense is nothing to shout about. He'll get six at least.
Riding the pine:
* QB Carson Palmer: Green Bay's defense is coming off a four-interception game against Chicago and don't expect them to let up for the Bengals.
* WR Steve Smith: There's trouble in Carolina at the quarterback position (see the video above) and what's a good wide out if he has nobody to throw to him?
* RB Marion Barber: Barber was allowed just 56 yard on 27 attempts in his last two game against the Giants.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
Week 1
Another Fantasy Football season has come upon us and this year I will be bringing my winning expertise to BroBible.com so all you fantasy team bro-wners out there can chose your rosters confidently and, hopefully, at the end of the season walk away with some of your masculinity intact.
Do Start:
QBs: Drew Brees, Phillip Rivers, Joe Flacco, Kurt Warner
The Saints, Chargers, Ravens, and Cardinals are some of the best teams in the league playing some of the worst teams in the league in Week 1. Detroit's first win in who-knows-how-long certainly won't come against the Saints and one of the best arms in the NFL. The Chargers are playing division rival Raiders, an armpit of a franchise. The Ravens, one of the best defenses in the league is playing Kansas City, one of the worst offenses in the league, and without TGon, they're useless. Finally, the conference champion Cardinals are playing the 49ers who suck, too.
RBs: Steve Slaton, Matt Forte, Julius Jones, Ray Rice
The Texans have a chance of winning their division this year and Steve Slaton is going to be a huge factor. With the addition of Jay Cutler, the Bears have a lot of offensive weapons. Too bad he doesn't have anybody to throw to. Look to Matt Forte to bring in the TDs. The Seahawks are playing the Rams this week and with Hasselbeck getting older every second, Julius Jones should get a lot of touches. If Ray Rice is taking the starting job away from Willis McGahee, he must be doing something right.
WR: Randy Moss, Greg Jennings, Chad Ochocinco, Roddy White
Hello! Tom Brady is back. Look for Moss to be the best receiver in the league this year. The NFC North has become the most interesting division this year and Greg Jennings is its best set of hands; he and Rodgers will hook up all season long. Ochocinco will have a return to form this year and if he stays healthy and keeps his mouth shut he should get owners a lot of points. Matt Ryan looked to Roddy White over 30 percent of the time last year. Look for than number to increase.
Do Not Start:
QBs: Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Eli Manning, Brady Quinn
Just because he won a Super Bowl last season doesn't mean he can get away from all these alleged assault charges. Big Ben's got stuff on his mind other than football. I think if all the fantasy owners in the country dump Brett Favre and he sees he's not wanted in this league, he'll finally go away. The highest paid player the NFL (Eli) doesn't have a lot of offensive weapons now that Plax is set to be locked up. Mangini thinks keeping the starter a secret will give him some kind of advantage even though his team sucks and T.O. is blowing his cover. Doesn't matter who starts for the Browns, neither Quinn nor Anderson will be starting for my team.
RBs: Pierre Thomas, Joseph Addai, Beanie Wells, Cedric Benson
Pierre Thomas is injured and likely not to play Week 1. Joseph Addai is getting old and is not the big name he used to be. The whole champion Colts squad from a few years ago is slowly dying. Beanie Wells isn't a starter and likely won't be for a while. Cedric Benson is on a lot of peoples' Must Watch lists this year but I just don't see it.
WRs: Kevin Curtis, Patrick Crayton, Brandon Marshall, Steve Breaston
Even though Curtis is WR1 in Philly, he's never been a big points earner. Dallas is looking to Patrick Crayton as well as Roy Williams to pick up the slack now that T.O.'s gone but I just don't think that Crayton's up to the job. Brandon Marshall's conduct detrimental to his team equals conduct detrimental to him becoming a starter. Even though the Cardinals have a slew of good wide outs, Breaston is at best number three and bronze is just not good enough.
Tip this week: Invest in good teams.
Jason Campbell, Carson Palmer, and Darren McFadden all look like promising big names but they are on the worst teams in their respective divisions. If good players are surrounded by other good players, their earning potential will increase.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
Do Start:
QBs: Drew Brees, Phillip Rivers, Joe Flacco, Kurt Warner
The Saints, Chargers, Ravens, and Cardinals are some of the best teams in the league playing some of the worst teams in the league in Week 1. Detroit's first win in who-knows-how-long certainly won't come against the Saints and one of the best arms in the NFL. The Chargers are playing division rival Raiders, an armpit of a franchise. The Ravens, one of the best defenses in the league is playing Kansas City, one of the worst offenses in the league, and without TGon, they're useless. Finally, the conference champion Cardinals are playing the 49ers who suck, too.
RBs: Steve Slaton, Matt Forte, Julius Jones, Ray Rice
The Texans have a chance of winning their division this year and Steve Slaton is going to be a huge factor. With the addition of Jay Cutler, the Bears have a lot of offensive weapons. Too bad he doesn't have anybody to throw to. Look to Matt Forte to bring in the TDs. The Seahawks are playing the Rams this week and with Hasselbeck getting older every second, Julius Jones should get a lot of touches. If Ray Rice is taking the starting job away from Willis McGahee, he must be doing something right.
WR: Randy Moss, Greg Jennings, Chad Ochocinco, Roddy White
Hello! Tom Brady is back. Look for Moss to be the best receiver in the league this year. The NFC North has become the most interesting division this year and Greg Jennings is its best set of hands; he and Rodgers will hook up all season long. Ochocinco will have a return to form this year and if he stays healthy and keeps his mouth shut he should get owners a lot of points. Matt Ryan looked to Roddy White over 30 percent of the time last year. Look for than number to increase.
Do Not Start:
QBs: Ben Roethlisberger, Brett Favre, Eli Manning, Brady Quinn
Just because he won a Super Bowl last season doesn't mean he can get away from all these alleged assault charges. Big Ben's got stuff on his mind other than football. I think if all the fantasy owners in the country dump Brett Favre and he sees he's not wanted in this league, he'll finally go away. The highest paid player the NFL (Eli) doesn't have a lot of offensive weapons now that Plax is set to be locked up. Mangini thinks keeping the starter a secret will give him some kind of advantage even though his team sucks and T.O. is blowing his cover. Doesn't matter who starts for the Browns, neither Quinn nor Anderson will be starting for my team.
RBs: Pierre Thomas, Joseph Addai, Beanie Wells, Cedric Benson
Pierre Thomas is injured and likely not to play Week 1. Joseph Addai is getting old and is not the big name he used to be. The whole champion Colts squad from a few years ago is slowly dying. Beanie Wells isn't a starter and likely won't be for a while. Cedric Benson is on a lot of peoples' Must Watch lists this year but I just don't see it.
WRs: Kevin Curtis, Patrick Crayton, Brandon Marshall, Steve Breaston
Even though Curtis is WR1 in Philly, he's never been a big points earner. Dallas is looking to Patrick Crayton as well as Roy Williams to pick up the slack now that T.O.'s gone but I just don't think that Crayton's up to the job. Brandon Marshall's conduct detrimental to his team equals conduct detrimental to him becoming a starter. Even though the Cardinals have a slew of good wide outs, Breaston is at best number three and bronze is just not good enough.
Tip this week: Invest in good teams.
Jason Campbell, Carson Palmer, and Darren McFadden all look like promising big names but they are on the worst teams in their respective divisions. If good players are surrounded by other good players, their earning potential will increase.
Till next week, GO COWBOYS!
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