Whats up Football Family?!? Welcome to week 11 of the fantasy football season! The bye week gods were kind this week, with only two teams off (Dallas, St. Louis). Although owners of Tony Romo, Dez Bryant, Jason Wittten, Tavon Austin, or Zach Stacy would beg to differ.
If you are looking to replace one of these players, or just looking to tweak your roster this week, then you've come to the right place! The Boys are back with that news you can use for week 11.
SO LET'S...GET...STARTED!!!!
Chris Ivory: RB, New York Jets
Ivory has taken command of the starting rb job in New York, thanks to posting two 100 yard rushing performances the past three games. The one he didn't, an early deficit made the Jets abandon the run game. Head coach Rex Ryan loves to run the ball, evidenced by Ivory getting a combined 58 attempts the last three games. He should continue that trend this week against Buffalo, who is 22nd in the league against the run...giving up over 115 yards a game.
Jerricho Cotchery: WR, Pittsburgh
Cotchery has recently become Big Ben's favorite target, hauling in four td's the past two games. If you're looking for a safe pick, then Jerricho fits the bill, recording a reception in every game he's played in this year. That streak should continue this week (both reception and td) against a Lions defense that's 27th against the pass...giving up over 275 yards a game.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
DeAndre Hopkins: WR, Houston
Another player that has a reception in every game played this year is Houston's DeAndre Hopkins. In the three games with Case Keenum under center, Hopkins has notched at least 54 yards receiving. And that was against three good pass defenses. The sledding should be easier for Hopkins this week as he faces an Oakland defense that's 22nd against the pass...giving up 247 yards a game.
Bobby Rainey: RB, Tampa Bay
Martin? Out. James? Done. Bobby Rainey...you're next up to bat. Tampa Bay continued to run the ball once James went down in the first quarter last Monday night...and Rainey benefited with 56 total yards and a td. Rainey is set to start this week, and draws a great match up against a Falcons defense that's 27th against the run...giving up over 126 yards a game.
***Going Deep with DP***
Shane Vereen, RB, New England
Shane Vereen, aka...the reason Danny Woodhead was not re-signed, has been removed from the injured reserve list and is scheduled to return to action this Monday night. Yes, the Carolina Panthers have a tough run defense, but Vereen is used in similar fashion as a Woodhead or Sproles...giving you "points by committee". Those points should add up to a quality add to your roster.
Chris Obonnaya, RB, Cleveland
For my deep leagues (12 plus teams) we're about to go DEEP DEEP with Cleveland's Chris Obonnaya. C.O. is already the 3rd down specialist (28 rec 2 tds), and Cleveland has stated this week that he will get more early down work going forward. Translated....he's about to replace Willis McGahee, making him worth a stash.
***Homer Alert***
If you are an owner of San Fransisco's Colin Kaepernick, and you plan to start him this week, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Kaepernick has struggled lately, throwing for 250 yards just once the past eight weeks. He's also thrown a td just once the past three weeks. Don't look for a breakout performance this week against New Orleans....who are absolutely brutal in the Super Dome (just ask Dallas). The Saints also boast the league's third ranked pass defense. Red flags are falling all over the place on this one.
Be sure to check out Big Mike's College Picks of the Week this Saturday morning.....
Life is a sport...so always play to win! Good Luck!
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Wednesday, November 13, 2013
Monday, November 11, 2013
Thursday Night game comes at perfect time for Mike Munchak, Titans
The Tennessee Titans just had one of their most embarrassing home losses in quite some time, falling short by two points to the 0-8 Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday afternoon. Rookie first round draft pick, and offensive lineman Chance Warmack offered this statement following his holding penalty that lead to a game altering 4th qtr safety....
"If you mess up on a play, you clap it off and keep on moving. I’m never discouraged because if I make a mistake, I move on forward.”
For the Titans sake, I hope every player and coach in that organization feels that way, because let's face it, that loss was as bad as it gets...especially with so much riding on the game. Luckily for Tennessee, they have to quickly forget about that loss because the division leading Colts come to Music City on Thursday night, and the division title is still up for grabs.
Whether or not the Titans are a playoff team is not up for debate, history has shown that a 7-9 division winner (Seattle) made the playoffs a few years ago, and the 2013 NFC East could boast a division champ with an equal record. What is up for debate is whether or not head coach Mike Munchak can cut it at this level.
Tennessee benefited yesterday from being a small market team. I watched several hours of post game coverage and the Titans loss barely got mentioned. The Colts and Cowboys respective losses dominated the coverage.
Tennessee, and Mike Munchak specifically, won't be so lucky Thursday.
Anyone that has watched the NFL Network's Thursday Night Football pre game show knows that it is long...and extensive. As we say back home..."they get all up in yo business." Some of the warts that are only seen by the die hard fan will be on full display for the world to see. Tennessee's propensity to lose to the worst teams in the league ( 2013 0-8 Jags, 2011 0-13 Colts), qb Jake Locker's inability to stay on the field, Mike Munchak being the first official candidate for the proverbial "hot seat", and when all else fails...CJ's "decline".
If the Titans were smart though, they would use this as an opportunity to re-introduce themselves to the rest of the league. Regardless of yesterday's outcome, they still have a lot to play for. Now we will see what mild mannered Mike Munchak has up his sleeve. Will he succumb to the whoa is me...aw golly gee...life ain't fair mentality? After all, he just lost his starting qb for the remainder of the season right?
Or will he do something that we have not seen under his regime? Light a fire under a team that seems to be content with 8-8. Do you want to show your boss that you can thrive under pressure? Do you want to show a national audience that you belong in the playoff conversation?...that mediocrity is unacceptable? Do you want to leave a positive impression in your one and only nationally televised game?
These are the questions that Mike Munchak and his Titans must answer. And it must be done on the field. The eye in the sky don't lie, and you're the only NFL show in town. No one will remember the loss if you handle business Thursday night. In fact, the new storyline would be that the Colts...not the Titans...are on the decline. But if Tennessee's national perception hasn't changed on Friday morning, then Mike Munchak will have bigger things to worry about than the media.
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"If you mess up on a play, you clap it off and keep on moving. I’m never discouraged because if I make a mistake, I move on forward.”
For the Titans sake, I hope every player and coach in that organization feels that way, because let's face it, that loss was as bad as it gets...especially with so much riding on the game. Luckily for Tennessee, they have to quickly forget about that loss because the division leading Colts come to Music City on Thursday night, and the division title is still up for grabs.
Whether or not the Titans are a playoff team is not up for debate, history has shown that a 7-9 division winner (Seattle) made the playoffs a few years ago, and the 2013 NFC East could boast a division champ with an equal record. What is up for debate is whether or not head coach Mike Munchak can cut it at this level.
Tennessee benefited yesterday from being a small market team. I watched several hours of post game coverage and the Titans loss barely got mentioned. The Colts and Cowboys respective losses dominated the coverage.
Tennessee, and Mike Munchak specifically, won't be so lucky Thursday.
Anyone that has watched the NFL Network's Thursday Night Football pre game show knows that it is long...and extensive. As we say back home..."they get all up in yo business." Some of the warts that are only seen by the die hard fan will be on full display for the world to see. Tennessee's propensity to lose to the worst teams in the league ( 2013 0-8 Jags, 2011 0-13 Colts), qb Jake Locker's inability to stay on the field, Mike Munchak being the first official candidate for the proverbial "hot seat", and when all else fails...CJ's "decline".
If the Titans were smart though, they would use this as an opportunity to re-introduce themselves to the rest of the league. Regardless of yesterday's outcome, they still have a lot to play for. Now we will see what mild mannered Mike Munchak has up his sleeve. Will he succumb to the whoa is me...aw golly gee...life ain't fair mentality? After all, he just lost his starting qb for the remainder of the season right?
Or will he do something that we have not seen under his regime? Light a fire under a team that seems to be content with 8-8. Do you want to show your boss that you can thrive under pressure? Do you want to show a national audience that you belong in the playoff conversation?...that mediocrity is unacceptable? Do you want to leave a positive impression in your one and only nationally televised game?
These are the questions that Mike Munchak and his Titans must answer. And it must be done on the field. The eye in the sky don't lie, and you're the only NFL show in town. No one will remember the loss if you handle business Thursday night. In fact, the new storyline would be that the Colts...not the Titans...are on the decline. But if Tennessee's national perception hasn't changed on Friday morning, then Mike Munchak will have bigger things to worry about than the media.
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Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Fantasy Football Focus: Week 10: Bye Week Replacements
***Opening Rant with New York Nick***
Case Keenum: QB, Houston
If you're down Tom Brady or Aaron Rogers this week (we'll do a separate blog for those who are starting any of those other bye week qbs), then Houston's Case Keenum makes for a solid week 10 play. Keenum scorched a solid Colts defense for 376 total yards and 3 td's last week. Since taking over for Matt Scrub...I mean...Shaub two weeks ago, Keenum has totaled over 600 yards passing and 4td's. The Texans are beat up at rb, so Case will have to show off his arm once again this week against the Cardinals, who by the way, are giving up 254 yards a game through the air.
Terrelle Pryor: QB, Oakland
If Keenum is already snatched up, then Oakland's Terrelle Pryor will make for a nice plan B. Last week, Pryor put up over 380 combined yards against Philly. Yes, Pryor is a spatula (turn over specialist), but he more than makes up for it with his legs...racking up 200 yards on the ground the last two weeks alone. Pryor has a good shot to maintain those numbers this week against the Giants, who are giving up over 240 yards per game through the air, and 100 yards per game on the ground.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
Rashard Mendenhall: RB, Arizona
Mendenhall returned to practice Monday, his injured toe appears to be healed, and he's set to start this week against Houston. Although back up Andre Ellington will steal some carries, Mendenhall will still get the early down and goal line touches. That's important because Mendenhall has found the end zone two of the past three weeks. Both td's were against top 5 defenses. Houston is 18th against the run, giving up 115 yards a game on the ground. Solid replacement match up.
Marlon Brown: WR, Baltimore
Brown put up 5/54/2 against a tough Browns secondary last week. Both td's were in the red zone, making him a player with upside for week 10. The Ravens run game is...is...where is it? Brown has 5 td's his last 7 games, so it's safe to assume that Joe Flacco will look for Brown in the red zone again this week.
***Going Deep with DP***
Josh McCown: QB, Chicago
McCown acted a fool in front of a national audience last Monday night, torching the Packers for 292 total yards and 2 td's. Since taking over for injured starting qb Jay Cutler, McCown has put up over 500 yards, 3 td's, and no picks. Because of this, the Bears...and even Cutler himself, are hinting to take another week off. If Cutler sits, then McCown is a solid week 10 play. Detroit, this week's opponent, is giving up 272 yards a game through the air.
Andre Brown: RB, New York Giants
For my 12 - 16 team ballers, we're about to go DEEP DEEP with New York Giants rb Andre Brown. The Giants have confirmed that Brown will make his long awaited return this week, and by all accounts, will be immediately inserted into the starting lineup. Conditioning will be an issue, so Brown's touches may be limited this week. But look for Brown to emerge as a solid sleeper to add for your stretch run.
***Homer Alert***
If you are an owner of, and plan to start Atlanta qb Matt Ryan this week, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Matty Ice has turned into Matty Spatula, handicapping his owners with 7 int's the past two weeks. There are several reasons for that, most of which aren't Ryan's fault. But don't look for the Seahawks defense to lend a shoulder to cry on. Seattle has a league high 13 interceptions...a huge reg flag to stay away this week.
Be sure to check out Big Mike's College Picks this Saturday morning.....
Life is a sport...so always play to win! Good Luck!!
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One Week Wonders
We
all do it, we all sit and watch these one week wonders put up huge
numbers. Instantly, we think to ourselves that come Tuesday we must put
in our bid, because this is next coming of Jerry Rice or Emmitt Smith. My thought process for break out superstars is negative, and I
usually wouldn’t waste my time or waiver request number to pursue them. But
after seeing Marvin Jones put up 122 yards and 4 td's, and Riley Cooper
drop 139 yards with 3 td’s, even I put in my bid. Of course the fantasy
gods laughed and denied my request, just to bring me back to reality. The
next week Marvin Jones didn’t even find the end zone, and guaranteed
Riley Cooper won’t have the same performance for the rest of his career.
Stop allowing the media rerun clips of glitter every 30 minutes to lure
you into something you might regret. Stop allowing the media to send
you mental text messages and voice mails, bullying you as though they were
as powerful as Richard Incognito (had to go there, it’s ridiculous). My
advice, stick to the rivers and the lakes that you’re used to, stick to
the players that have gotten you this far for so many years. ~ New York Nick
“I seen a rainbow yesterday”.…in my Left Eye voice…..but I digress…..
What up Football Family?!? Welcome to week 10 of the fantasy football season! Four more teams on bye (New England, New York Jets, Kansas City, Cleveland), and a significant qb injury, have most of us scrambling for replacements. Good news! The Boys are back in the house with that fantasy news you can use for week 10.
So LETS...GET...STARTED!!!
Case Keenum: QB, Houston
If you're down Tom Brady or Aaron Rogers this week (we'll do a separate blog for those who are starting any of those other bye week qbs), then Houston's Case Keenum makes for a solid week 10 play. Keenum scorched a solid Colts defense for 376 total yards and 3 td's last week. Since taking over for Matt Scrub...I mean...Shaub two weeks ago, Keenum has totaled over 600 yards passing and 4td's. The Texans are beat up at rb, so Case will have to show off his arm once again this week against the Cardinals, who by the way, are giving up 254 yards a game through the air.
Terrelle Pryor: QB, Oakland
If Keenum is already snatched up, then Oakland's Terrelle Pryor will make for a nice plan B. Last week, Pryor put up over 380 combined yards against Philly. Yes, Pryor is a spatula (turn over specialist), but he more than makes up for it with his legs...racking up 200 yards on the ground the last two weeks alone. Pryor has a good shot to maintain those numbers this week against the Giants, who are giving up over 240 yards per game through the air, and 100 yards per game on the ground.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
Rashard Mendenhall: RB, Arizona
Mendenhall returned to practice Monday, his injured toe appears to be healed, and he's set to start this week against Houston. Although back up Andre Ellington will steal some carries, Mendenhall will still get the early down and goal line touches. That's important because Mendenhall has found the end zone two of the past three weeks. Both td's were against top 5 defenses. Houston is 18th against the run, giving up 115 yards a game on the ground. Solid replacement match up.
Marlon Brown: WR, Baltimore
Brown put up 5/54/2 against a tough Browns secondary last week. Both td's were in the red zone, making him a player with upside for week 10. The Ravens run game is...is...where is it? Brown has 5 td's his last 7 games, so it's safe to assume that Joe Flacco will look for Brown in the red zone again this week.
***Going Deep with DP***
Josh McCown: QB, Chicago
McCown acted a fool in front of a national audience last Monday night, torching the Packers for 292 total yards and 2 td's. Since taking over for injured starting qb Jay Cutler, McCown has put up over 500 yards, 3 td's, and no picks. Because of this, the Bears...and even Cutler himself, are hinting to take another week off. If Cutler sits, then McCown is a solid week 10 play. Detroit, this week's opponent, is giving up 272 yards a game through the air.
Andre Brown: RB, New York Giants
For my 12 - 16 team ballers, we're about to go DEEP DEEP with New York Giants rb Andre Brown. The Giants have confirmed that Brown will make his long awaited return this week, and by all accounts, will be immediately inserted into the starting lineup. Conditioning will be an issue, so Brown's touches may be limited this week. But look for Brown to emerge as a solid sleeper to add for your stretch run.
***Homer Alert***
If you are an owner of, and plan to start Atlanta qb Matt Ryan this week, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Matty Ice has turned into Matty Spatula, handicapping his owners with 7 int's the past two weeks. There are several reasons for that, most of which aren't Ryan's fault. But don't look for the Seahawks defense to lend a shoulder to cry on. Seattle has a league high 13 interceptions...a huge reg flag to stay away this week.
Be sure to check out Big Mike's College Picks this Saturday morning.....
Life is a sport...so always play to win! Good Luck!!
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Friday, November 1, 2013
Respect tour starts Saturday for Michigan
The University of Michigan is one of the few schools of it's ilk that does not have an official mascot...although my homie Mike could make a strong case for one. Heading into this weekend's match up with rival, and BCS ranked Michigan State, the Wolverines should adopt Rodney Dangerfield as their mascot. You know...the one most famously known for getting no respect? Michigan has every right to feel disrespected...after being slotted at 22 in the initial BCS rankings. Or do they?
The powerhouse sports networks agree with the BCS...citing Michigan's inconsistency, turnover proneness, and close calls against "inferior" opponents as their rationale. All of those facts are...to date...irrefutable, and must be the reason that Michigan dropped in the polls two weeks in a row after winning their game (which...you must admit...doesn't happen often once, let alone twice). Maybe the 2007 loss to Appalachian State is still fresh in the voter's mind.
But supporters from Ann Arbor to Antarctica could plead a different case.
The Michigan Wolverines are 6-1, with their lone loss coming on the road....by three points....in quadruple overtime....to a divisional opponent. Supporters could point to the fact that Michigan has a win over a then top 15 ranked school (Notre Dame), something that other one loss teams (Texas A&M 12th, Texas Tech 15th, Oklahoma St 18th, and Louisville 19th) can't claim. Other schools have 2 losses with no wins over a top 15 opponent (LSU 13th, South Carolina 14th, and UCLA 20th). The Gamecoks even lost to an un ranked Tennessee team two weeks ago. Further evidence that the BCS poll should be the first official poll of the year.
But I digress.
Back to Michigan...for better or worse...the only one who can change their "Rodney Dangerfield" persona is them....starting in East Lansing on Saturday. The Wolverines have two nationally televised games remaining...one against 4th ranked and undefeated Ohio State. Michigan can still win the Big Ten regular season, and conference bowl championship, thus ensuring their slot in the Rose Bowl. Are the Wolverines a 1 loss team that's getting no respect from the voters and national media? Or are they overrated, and lucky to be ranked at all? We will soon find out if the national pundits...or rabid fan base is correct. As soon as Saturday.
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The powerhouse sports networks agree with the BCS...citing Michigan's inconsistency, turnover proneness, and close calls against "inferior" opponents as their rationale. All of those facts are...to date...irrefutable, and must be the reason that Michigan dropped in the polls two weeks in a row after winning their game (which...you must admit...doesn't happen often once, let alone twice). Maybe the 2007 loss to Appalachian State is still fresh in the voter's mind.
But supporters from Ann Arbor to Antarctica could plead a different case.
The Michigan Wolverines are 6-1, with their lone loss coming on the road....by three points....in quadruple overtime....to a divisional opponent. Supporters could point to the fact that Michigan has a win over a then top 15 ranked school (Notre Dame), something that other one loss teams (Texas A&M 12th, Texas Tech 15th, Oklahoma St 18th, and Louisville 19th) can't claim. Other schools have 2 losses with no wins over a top 15 opponent (LSU 13th, South Carolina 14th, and UCLA 20th). The Gamecoks even lost to an un ranked Tennessee team two weeks ago. Further evidence that the BCS poll should be the first official poll of the year.
But I digress.
Back to Michigan...for better or worse...the only one who can change their "Rodney Dangerfield" persona is them....starting in East Lansing on Saturday. The Wolverines have two nationally televised games remaining...one against 4th ranked and undefeated Ohio State. Michigan can still win the Big Ten regular season, and conference bowl championship, thus ensuring their slot in the Rose Bowl. Are the Wolverines a 1 loss team that's getting no respect from the voters and national media? Or are they overrated, and lucky to be ranked at all? We will soon find out if the national pundits...or rabid fan base is correct. As soon as Saturday.
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Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Fantasy Football Focus: Week 9: Bye Week Replacements
***Opening rant with New York Nick***
Robert Griffin III, QB, Redskins
What
happened? That should be the first question in your thought process
while you watch any Redskins football game. What happen to the offensive
line? What happen to the run game? What happen to the confidence of the
rookie sensation RGIII? In most of our drafts he was a top 5 pick
overall, but suddenly it seems as though him and Tony Romo have been
drinking out of the same Gatorade cooler. Last week against the Broncos,
he threw for 132 yards with 2 interceptions, mind you that Chad Henne
from the Jacksonville Death Squad had more fantasy points when they
played Denver. Now you have to give a lot of the blame to his offensive
line, each week we see him get slammed to the ground before he even gets
a chance to break out of his knee brace (like Forrest Gump). I’m pleading
with RGIII, and the Redskins organization, to please; PLEASE take the pink
attire off his uniform. The way he keeps getting battered its beginning
to look like domestic violence. ~ New York Nick
lol...but I digress...
Whats up football family?!? Welcome to week 9 of the fantasy football season! This week, the dreaded bye week is actin a fool...with Denver, Detroit, The Giants, Arizona, San Fransisco, and yes..the Death Squad Jags all out this week. No worries though, the Boys are back with that fantasy news you can use for week 9.
So LETS...GET...STARTED!!!
Jake Locker: QB, Tennessee
If you're down Kaepernick, Manning, or Stafford this week, then Titans qb Jake Locker is worth a flyer. Quiet as kept, Locker has a top ten qb rating, with 9 td's and only 1 turn over for the year. In his last outing, Jake threw for over 325 yards with a couple of td's against the 49ers. St. Louis, this week's opponent, is giving up just under 230 yards a game through the air, and will be selling out to stop the run. Locker should get his opportunities.
Kendal Wright: WR, Tennessee
For the reasons mentioned above, Kendall Wright, Locker's favorite target, is worth a flyer this week as well. Wright supplanted Kenny Britt as the starter opposite Nate Washington, and has additional upside in ppr leagues. His 40 catches for over 400 yards this season is impressive considering the fact that Tennessee has already played 5 top ten pass defenses their first seven games. The Locker / Wright combination could make for a good one week pairing against the Rams...who aren't a top ten defense at all.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
Kenny Stills, WR, New Orleans
Rookie Saints wr Kenny Stills is drawing praise from head coach Sean Peyton, who stated that Stills "continues to really play well at a high level and at a consistent level". Even better if the head coach is also the play caller on offense. Stills has 193 yards and 3 tds the past two games. Drew Brees will throw on any and everybody, and the Jets gave up 4 tds to a slot receiver last week. Great match up.
Drew Davis: WR, Atlanta
Starting wr Roddy White has been out since Oct 7th, and has not practiced this week due to a myriad of injuries. Davis filled in nicely last week, putting up 5/77/1. Matt Ryan's turnovers hurt Davis' chances for more. Ryan won't throw 4 picks again this week, but will have to throw it a lot to beat the suddenly surging Panthers. Davis should get plenty of opportunities to better those numbers this week, even if a hobbled Roddy White plays.
***Goin Deep with DP***
Marvin Jones, WR, Cincinnati
I know what you're thinking...and no...I'm not suggesting that Jones will score 4 td's again this week. What I will say is that Jones is certainly no one week wonder, scoring 7 tds the past three weeks. He also scored in each of the last three games. To add to his value, fellow wr Mohamed Sanu will be a game time decision with an injury. The Dolphins are 20th against the pass, making Jones worthy of another start this week.
Tim Wright, WR/TE, Tampa Bay
What I like about Tim Wright is the fact that he is slotted (in most formats) as a te and wr, giving you roster flexibility if you feel your current te is too valuable to drop this week. He's also been productive, hauling in 19 receptions the past four games. He even threw in a td last week for good measure. The Buccaneers are a joke at qb right now, and Wright is evolving into a safety blanket. That equates to a safe pick up for you.
***Homer Alert***
Steven Jackson, RB, Atlanta
If you are all excited about Steven Jackson returning from injury, and plan to finally start him this week, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Aside from the fact that Carolina has a stout front seven and brutal rush defense (fewest rushing yards allowed so far), did you see Jackson run last week? It looked like he was playing in quicksand. I know that he's never been known to be a burner...but my goodness...he looked like Shaun Alexander the year he hit "the wall". I hope it was just rust....but this week and Carolina is not the time nor place to take a chance that it improves.
Be sure to check out Big Mike's College Picks of the week this Saturday morning......
Life is a sport...so always play to win! Good luck!
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Drew Davis: WR, Atlanta
Starting wr Roddy White has been out since Oct 7th, and has not practiced this week due to a myriad of injuries. Davis filled in nicely last week, putting up 5/77/1. Matt Ryan's turnovers hurt Davis' chances for more. Ryan won't throw 4 picks again this week, but will have to throw it a lot to beat the suddenly surging Panthers. Davis should get plenty of opportunities to better those numbers this week, even if a hobbled Roddy White plays.
***Goin Deep with DP***
Marvin Jones, WR, Cincinnati
I know what you're thinking...and no...I'm not suggesting that Jones will score 4 td's again this week. What I will say is that Jones is certainly no one week wonder, scoring 7 tds the past three weeks. He also scored in each of the last three games. To add to his value, fellow wr Mohamed Sanu will be a game time decision with an injury. The Dolphins are 20th against the pass, making Jones worthy of another start this week.
Tim Wright, WR/TE, Tampa Bay
What I like about Tim Wright is the fact that he is slotted (in most formats) as a te and wr, giving you roster flexibility if you feel your current te is too valuable to drop this week. He's also been productive, hauling in 19 receptions the past four games. He even threw in a td last week for good measure. The Buccaneers are a joke at qb right now, and Wright is evolving into a safety blanket. That equates to a safe pick up for you.
***Homer Alert***
Steven Jackson, RB, Atlanta
If you are all excited about Steven Jackson returning from injury, and plan to finally start him this week, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Aside from the fact that Carolina has a stout front seven and brutal rush defense (fewest rushing yards allowed so far), did you see Jackson run last week? It looked like he was playing in quicksand. I know that he's never been known to be a burner...but my goodness...he looked like Shaun Alexander the year he hit "the wall". I hope it was just rust....but this week and Carolina is not the time nor place to take a chance that it improves.
Be sure to check out Big Mike's College Picks of the week this Saturday morning......
Life is a sport...so always play to win! Good luck!
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Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Fantasy Football Focus: Week 8: Injuries Injuries Injuries
***Opening rant with New York Nick***
As Halloween approaches, I’m stuck with deciding what scares me more. Michael Myers walking down a dark hallway as he stutter steps to the door on the left...just to violently break it down? No,he doesn't compare to what we all fear. Please allow me to introduce the most hated evil the fantasy world has ever known, the grim reaper himself, ladies and gentlemen; I give you, “injury”. Injury has now plagued us all. From the top rb picks of the draft, to the top wr picks of the draft, each week we sit more and more players. We hit the FA pool only to find left over’s from last year’s Thanksgiving feast, crammed in the back of the fridge with green stuff growing out the gravy. Yes, I’m referring to the likes of Brandon Jacobs and Willis McGhee. My solution isn't pretty and it probably won’t get the job done on a consistent basis, but it’s simple. Glue as many players you can find and hopefully create a monster that can get you through the rest of the month until the reaper passes you bye. ~ New York Nick
Whatup football family?!? Welcome to week 8 of the fantasy football season. New York Nick was dead on (no pun intended). Injuries are starting to take their toll on our respective teams. Players like Matt Forte, Arian Foster, Ray Rice, Chris Johnson, and Ryan Matthews being on bye doesn't help either. If you have multiple injury / bye week decisions to make, then you've come to the right place. The Boys are back with that news you can use for week 8.
So LETS...GET...STARTED!!!!
LeVeon Bell: RB, Pittsburgh
Bell got a late start to the 2013 season, but has quickly entrenched himself as the number one rb in the Steel City. Last week, Bell accounted for 99 total yards. That just happens to be the Raiders...this week's opponent...average yards allowed on the ground this year (99.1). You can reasonably expect similar numbers this week.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
Harry Douglas: WR, Atlanta
Julio Jones? Out. Roddy White? Eh...might as well be. Enter...Harry Douglas. Last week Douglas put up 7 catches for 149 yards and a td in place of the injured starters. This week Douglas draws a Cardinals defense that's giving up over 250 yards through the air.
Joseph Fauria: TE, Detroit
Fauria, who's sitting on many waiver wires as we speak, has quietly amassed 5 td's already this season. He will get opportunities to increase that total this week against Dallas, and their 30th ranked pass defense.
***Going Deep with DP***
Jordan Reed: WR, Washington
Reed lit up the Bears last week for 9/134/1. Starter Fred Davis stays hurt, and Reed's role is steadily increasing. This week Reed has an excellent match up against Denver and their dead last (no pun intended) pass defense. Washington is terrible on defense as well, and a shootout will certainly bode well for Reed again this week.
Mike James: RB, Tampa Bay
With starter Doug Martin lost for the season, back up Mike James filled in and combined for 53 total yards. His 14 carries were impressive, and he's set to get the start this week against Carolina. If you owned Marin, you need to pick up James...like right now.
***Homer Alert***
If you are down Philip Rivers or Jay Cutler, and was looking to replace them with Alex Smith, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Yes, the Chiefs are undefeated, and the Browns aren't a household name. But please beware...the Browns have one of the pass defenses in the league, lead by arguably one of the best corners. Smith is solid, but a lil too safe for starter consideration this week. The Chiefs have a stout defense, so Smith may only have to hand the ball off, and move the chains only when necessary. And Smith is ok with that......which is not ok for us.
***Make sure you check out Big Mike's College Picks of the Week this Saturday morning***
Life is a sport, so always play to win! Good luck!
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As Halloween approaches, I’m stuck with deciding what scares me more. Michael Myers walking down a dark hallway as he stutter steps to the door on the left...just to violently break it down? No,he doesn't compare to what we all fear. Please allow me to introduce the most hated evil the fantasy world has ever known, the grim reaper himself, ladies and gentlemen; I give you, “injury”. Injury has now plagued us all. From the top rb picks of the draft, to the top wr picks of the draft, each week we sit more and more players. We hit the FA pool only to find left over’s from last year’s Thanksgiving feast, crammed in the back of the fridge with green stuff growing out the gravy. Yes, I’m referring to the likes of Brandon Jacobs and Willis McGhee. My solution isn't pretty and it probably won’t get the job done on a consistent basis, but it’s simple. Glue as many players you can find and hopefully create a monster that can get you through the rest of the month until the reaper passes you bye. ~ New York Nick
Whatup football family?!? Welcome to week 8 of the fantasy football season. New York Nick was dead on (no pun intended). Injuries are starting to take their toll on our respective teams. Players like Matt Forte, Arian Foster, Ray Rice, Chris Johnson, and Ryan Matthews being on bye doesn't help either. If you have multiple injury / bye week decisions to make, then you've come to the right place. The Boys are back with that news you can use for week 8.
So LETS...GET...STARTED!!!!
LeVeon Bell: RB, Pittsburgh
Bell got a late start to the 2013 season, but has quickly entrenched himself as the number one rb in the Steel City. Last week, Bell accounted for 99 total yards. That just happens to be the Raiders...this week's opponent...average yards allowed on the ground this year (99.1). You can reasonably expect similar numbers this week.
***Big Mike's Match Ups***
Harry Douglas: WR, Atlanta
Julio Jones? Out. Roddy White? Eh...might as well be. Enter...Harry Douglas. Last week Douglas put up 7 catches for 149 yards and a td in place of the injured starters. This week Douglas draws a Cardinals defense that's giving up over 250 yards through the air.
Joseph Fauria: TE, Detroit
Fauria, who's sitting on many waiver wires as we speak, has quietly amassed 5 td's already this season. He will get opportunities to increase that total this week against Dallas, and their 30th ranked pass defense.
***Going Deep with DP***
Jordan Reed: WR, Washington
Reed lit up the Bears last week for 9/134/1. Starter Fred Davis stays hurt, and Reed's role is steadily increasing. This week Reed has an excellent match up against Denver and their dead last (no pun intended) pass defense. Washington is terrible on defense as well, and a shootout will certainly bode well for Reed again this week.
Mike James: RB, Tampa Bay
With starter Doug Martin lost for the season, back up Mike James filled in and combined for 53 total yards. His 14 carries were impressive, and he's set to get the start this week against Carolina. If you owned Marin, you need to pick up James...like right now.
***Homer Alert***
If you are down Philip Rivers or Jay Cutler, and was looking to replace them with Alex Smith, then you...my friend...are on homer alert. Yes, the Chiefs are undefeated, and the Browns aren't a household name. But please beware...the Browns have one of the pass defenses in the league, lead by arguably one of the best corners. Smith is solid, but a lil too safe for starter consideration this week. The Chiefs have a stout defense, so Smith may only have to hand the ball off, and move the chains only when necessary. And Smith is ok with that......which is not ok for us.
***Make sure you check out Big Mike's College Picks of the Week this Saturday morning***
Life is a sport, so always play to win! Good luck!
follow @nic_torious @MichaelJasso @D_Padilla2 @plcolter
Monday, October 21, 2013
A farewell to Bud Adams
Mr. Adams,
Our deepest condolences go out to your family, the Titans / Oilers organization, and to everyone that was affected by your passing.
Die hard Titans fans would like to thank you. Thank you...Mr. Adams...for taking a leap of faith when you picked lil ole country Nashville as the new home of your football franchise. Thank you sir, for being patient with us while you played in front of embarrassingly small crowds in Memphis and Vanderbilt Stadium. As an African American, I thank you for being a trailblazer...and for giving the Warren Moons, Steve McNairs, and Vince Youngs of the world an opportunity to play quarterback at the professional level. Black qb's weren't fashionable in those days.
Thank you...Mr. Adams...for the memories. The Music City Miracle, The Super Bowl appearance, the Sundays that were forever changed because locals finally had their own team to root for. Thank you Bud Adams.
Maybe you can start a new franchise in heaven...you already got your quarterback (Mac9). GO TITANS!!! follow @plcolter
Our deepest condolences go out to your family, the Titans / Oilers organization, and to everyone that was affected by your passing.
Die hard Titans fans would like to thank you. Thank you...Mr. Adams...for taking a leap of faith when you picked lil ole country Nashville as the new home of your football franchise. Thank you sir, for being patient with us while you played in front of embarrassingly small crowds in Memphis and Vanderbilt Stadium. As an African American, I thank you for being a trailblazer...and for giving the Warren Moons, Steve McNairs, and Vince Youngs of the world an opportunity to play quarterback at the professional level. Black qb's weren't fashionable in those days.
Thank you...Mr. Adams...for the memories. The Music City Miracle, The Super Bowl appearance, the Sundays that were forever changed because locals finally had their own team to root for. Thank you Bud Adams.
Maybe you can start a new franchise in heaven...you already got your quarterback (Mac9). GO TITANS!!! follow @plcolter
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