tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26595606332176215222024-03-18T06:56:57.933-05:00Fantasy FoolsWhere fantasy football is more than just a maniacal obsessionLadd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.comBlogger928125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-89953756064241409382018-03-28T12:10:00.001-05:002018-03-28T12:26:49.353-05:00The Chief Fool has retired<a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1aK34IsZsE4/WrvI5DJXr6I/AAAAAAAAFzY/xoD9XOkTJXUurw0Q7iGYfleWqY2sqWBugCLcBGAs/s1600/26804793_1576001605782438_8218885517429912194_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" height="320" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-1aK34IsZsE4/WrvI5DJXr6I/AAAAAAAAFzY/xoD9XOkTJXUurw0Q7iGYfleWqY2sqWBugCLcBGAs/s320/26804793_1576001605782438_8218885517429912194_n.jpg" width="240" /></a>After 13 wonderful years of writing for some of the greatest, most respected newspapers and magazines in the free world, I have made the decision to ride off into the sunset.<br />
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It had been my goal for the last couple of years to secure the elusive Fantasy Football Writer of the Year threepeat, then drop the mic. But alas, I couldn't get my hands on that third trophy. That underscores the fact that there are a lot of great writers out there, so I know I won't be missed too much (if at all).<br />
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It's been a fun, rewarding and revealing journey. I've taken great pride in being considered among the top writers in the field, despite toiling away in my underwear on the couch while "the competition" works full-time, often for big companies with significant organizational resources. I was "just a guy" that loved playing fantasy football and could string together a few decent sentences. I've been an NFL fan since I was a young Ladd sitting in the Orange Bowl stands watching my beloved Dolphins every Sunday afternoon -- including the Perfect Season and the Greatest Game Ever Played (Dolphins-Chargers, the hook-and-ladder game). I'm neither a trained journalist nor a sports professional. I just love the game.<br />
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I'm forever grateful to Dwayne Bray, sports editor at the time for <i>The Dallas Morning News</i>, who responded to my email that said "you need to start covering fantasy football, and I think I can do it for you" -- and gave me a shot. I'm thankful to the editors at the <i>Cleveland Plain Dealer</i> (the second newspaper to pick up my column), the <i>Chicago Sun-Times</i>, <i>Philadelphia Inquirer, Kansas City Star, Miami Herald</i> (my hometown paper), <i>San Francisco Chronicle, Los Angeles Times, Boston Globe, Pioneer Press, Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel</i> and others who allowed me to share my foolish insights with their readers. I appreciate <i>Sporting News</i> magazine for entrusting me with its Friday column for so many years, and Sporting News Radio for giving me an hour on their national airwaves every NFL week before they were acquired by Yahoo! Sports.<br />
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And of course, I thank all of you Fools who followed me on one of those platforms, or here on my blog. I enjoyed getting to know several of you, and to contributing in some small way to who-knows-how-many fantasy league championships. I hope you always followed my good advice, and ignored my bad calls!<br />
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So, no more preseason columns. No more positional rankings. No more Perfect Drafts. No more Monday articles with my weekend recaps and waiver-wire picks and pans. No more Starters & Benchwarmers on Fridays. No more Boneheads of the Week. No more Biro's Heroes & Zeros Awards.<br />
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It's been a great run, but my PR agency -- <a href="http://www.championmgt.com/">Champion Management</a> -- is growing like crazy and it demands my full attention. I'll still be playing in multiple leagues, and my RedZone subscription will be renewed. But this is my fond farewell to all the Fools out there.<br />
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It's been an honor to share this crazy pastime with you. After all, fantasy football is more than just a maniacal obsession!Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-10688566401090389042018-01-08T10:23:00.003-06:002018-01-08T10:23:34.360-06:0012th Annual Biro’s Heroes & Zeros Awards<!--EndFragment--><div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="color: #2b1e2b; font-family: 'Times New Roman'; font-size: 12pt;">Actors have</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2b1e2b;"> the Golden Globes and Oscars. Musicians have the Grammys. Fantasy football
players are stuck with Biro’s Heroes & Zeros.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Hey,
nobody said life is fair. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Once
again, before we close the books on another exhilarating / frustrating /
victorious / humiliating (<i>circle one</i>) fantasy season, we must take a
quick stroll back through 2017 to examine the players we rooted for and against
and – with as much objectivity as we can muster – give credit where credit is
due.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">As
always, our annual accolades (and condemnations) have but a few important
criteria:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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on a weekly basis is next to godliness.<o:p></o:p></li>
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during the fantasy playoffs – NFL Weeks 14 through 16 – is given extra
weight. Players who let their owners down at the worst possible
time earn our eternal scorn. (We’re looking at you, Mr. Cooks.)<o:p></o:p></li>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Without
further ado, I am pleased to present the 12<sup>th</sup> Annual <b>Biro’s
Heroes & Zeros Awards</b>:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bR3wG4Wm7MI/WlOah-F667I/AAAAAAAAFyM/viBercpfFCY6gYSctjbhz8qmBPuPPDHmgCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="112" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bR3wG4Wm7MI/WlOah-F667I/AAAAAAAAFyM/viBercpfFCY6gYSctjbhz8qmBPuPPDHmgCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Most
Valuable Player: </span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"><i>Todd Gurley</i></span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">, RB, Rams. See Criteria No. 1. Gurley was the model of
consistency, scoring and/or totaling more than 100 combined yards in every game
but one. He led the league in rushing (through Week 16) and scored more TDs
both rushing and receiving than any other RB. Even better, virtually no one had
to use a first-round pick to get him. <i>Runner-up:</i> Le’Veon Bell,
RB, Steelers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">“Peerless
Price Memorial” Bust of the Year: </span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Jordy Nelson</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">,
WR, Packers. He started off strong but was completely worthless after Aaron
Rodgers went down in Week 6. Davante Adams flourished as Brett Hundley’s go-to
receiver while Nelson disappeared – yet his owners didn’t dare bench him for
weeks since he was bound to catch fire at any moment, right? <i>Runner-up:
</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Matt Ryan, QB, Falcons.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Rookie
of the Year:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Alvin Kamara</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">, RB, Saints. Kareem Hunt seems like the obvious choice,
but from Week 6 through 13, the Chiefs’ rookie was little better than average.
By contrast, once Adrian Peterson was traded to Arizona, Kamara was money. A
game-changing force both running and receiving, Kamara amassed the second-most
total TDs among RBs despite being a backup. <i>Runner-up:</i> Hunt,
RB, Chiefs. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Comeback
Player of the Year:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Gurley</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">. When you go from Rookie of the Year to Bust of the Year
and then back to MVP form, you pretty much embody the Comeback </span>criteria. <i>Runner-up: </i>DeAndre
Hopkins, WR, Texans.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Rg-Xa44VeAo/WlOaid09H0I/AAAAAAAAFyY/tkqtwH2OSkQj21V6DHeKY2ojtBbRSKX5wCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="144" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Rg-Xa44VeAo/WlOaid09H0I/AAAAAAAAFyY/tkqtwH2OSkQj21V6DHeKY2ojtBbRSKX5wCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Mr.
Reliable:</span></i></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <b><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><i>Jarvis Landry,</i></span> </b>WR, Dolphins.
When healthy, nobody is more reliable than Antonio Brown. But this year, Landry
was the model of consistency with Jay Cutler, of all people, flinging him balls.
Landry never caught fewer than five passes in a game, and he contributed week-in
and week-out rather than padding his year-end ranking with a handful of big
performances. <i>Runner-up:</i> Travis Kelce, TE, Chiefs. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Surprise
of the Year:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Alex Smith</span>,</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> QB, Chiefs. Like his team, he began the year <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">en fuego</i> and then petered out
thereafter, with a few exceptions. But he finished the season as a </span>Top 3
fantasy QB, and nobody saw that coming. <i>Runner-up:</i> Jared Goff,
QB, Rams.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Steal
of the Draft:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Carson Wentz</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">, QB, Eagles. Available as late as the 13<sup>th</sup>
round, Wentz delivered elite results all the way through his final game in Week
14. <i>Runner-up:</i> Adam Thielen, WR, Vikings.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Best
Waiver-Wire Acquisition:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Kamara</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">. It’s not often you can pickup an elite RB, and Rookie
of the Year candidate, multiple weeks into the season. <i>Runner-up:</i> DeShawn
Watson, QB, Texans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Mr.
Big Play:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Tyreek Hill, </span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">WR, Chiefs. </span>Among his 8 TDs<span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> were scoring jaunts of 40, 56, </span>64 (twice), 75 and 79 yards,
and an 82-yard punt return. <i>Runner-up:</i> Hunt.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SFy0IP1VeaY/WlOa6oNjKOI/AAAAAAAAFys/sH3U4DYTw9siN3M-2e8diJuedXfbE0ZHQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-SFy0IP1VeaY/WlOa6oNjKOI/AAAAAAAAFys/sH3U4DYTw9siN3M-2e8diJuedXfbE0ZHQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-2.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Most
Devastating Injury Loss:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <i>David
Johnson</i></span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">, RB, Cardinals. When the
consensus No. 1 pick goes down in the opener, it doesn’t just ruin your day. It
can ruin your whole season. <i>Runner-up:</i> Rodgers, QB, Packers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">“Thomas
Jones Memorial” Most Underrated:</span></i></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <b><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Larry Fitzgerald</span></b>, WR, Cardinals. Hasn’t
his “final chapter” been written for years now? <i>Runner-up:</i> Philip
Rivers, QB, Chargers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Most
Overrated:</span></i></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <b>Terrelle Pryor</b>,
WR, Redskins. After a better-than-expected 2016 season in Cleveland, hopes were
unreasonably inflated when Pryor was traded to Washington. I didn’t buy it, and
it certainly didn’t materialize. <i>Runner-up:</i> Jordan Reed, TE, Redskins.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Made
Chicken Salad from Chicken Scratch:</span></i></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <b>LeSean
McCoy</b>, RB, Bills. Buffalo’s offense was as mediocre as it gets, yet Shady
was able to soar within it. <i>Runner-up:</i> Jordan Howard, RB,
Bears.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i>Biggest Postseason
Disappointment:</i> Brandin Cooks</b>, WR, Patriots. If you survived his Week
14 letdown, Cooks’ 19-yard implosion in Week 16 may have cost you a title. <i>Runner-up:</i>
Thielen.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Team
Bust of the Year (a.k.a. They Are Who We Thought They Were):</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> Browns. </span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">There
isn’t a player on this team that you regret not drafting. <i>Runner-up:</i> Giants.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">“Plaxico
Burress Memorial” Bonehead of the Year: </span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Ezekiel Elliott</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Cowboys</span><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">. His most serious transgressions
were committed before this season, but he and his fantasy owners paid for them
this year. Elliott’s continued lack of maturity is cause for long-term concern. <i>Runner-up:</i> Rob
Gronkowski, TE, Patriots (suspended Week 14).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BI9gqhwuioA/WlOajtISTmI/AAAAAAAAFyk/iQgwIFTfrpI9QVlNZ8NxgcHq5eGRygqSgCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="112" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BI9gqhwuioA/WlOajtISTmI/AAAAAAAAFyk/iQgwIFTfrpI9QVlNZ8NxgcHq5eGRygqSgCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-3.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Most
Likely to Succeed in 2018:</span></i><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> <i>JuJu
Smith-Schuster</i></span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">, WR, Steelers. The rookie
already proved that he’s ready for the NFL spotlight. Lining up opposite
Antonio Brown </span>with a full year of experience under his belt, Smith-Schuster
could flirt with elite<span style="color: #2b1e2b;"> status next season. <i>Runner-up:</i> Jimmy
Garoppolo, QB, 49ers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Favorite
Fantasy Guru Riding into the Sunset</span></i></b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">: </span></i><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Yours truly</span></b><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">. It’s been a great, 13-year run and the best side gig a
lifelong football fan could ever ask for. But my day job is keeping me busier
than ever and something had to give. Thanks so much for reading and for giving
me the perfect excuse to stay glued to my TV for 10 hours every Sunday during
the NFL season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Ah, yes. August 2017.</span></div>
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It was a simpler time then, full of magic and wonder and
endless possibilities.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Wouldn’t it be great if you knew then what you know now? <o:p></o:p></div>
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You wouldn’t have gotten your hopes up so high for <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Last Jedi</i>. You would have bitten your tongue instead of saying
that thing you said to you-know-who. And you sure would’ve used your
first-round pick on anyone but <b>David Johnson</b>!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sadly, there are few do-overs in life, and none in fantasy
football. At least not in the season-long version that God intended for us to
play. But there sure is plenty of 20/20 hindsight. Yes, friends, it’s time to
adjust our rear-view mirrors as we explore what could have been with my
oft-imitated, always-controversial, yet magically delicious <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Perfect Draft: The Final Judgment.<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<span style="color: black;">As
always, we start with a few key </span><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">parameters.
We will draft from the middle (fifth) position in a 10-team non-keeper league,
meaning we won’t have a shot at Le’Veon Bell or Antonio Brown. We’ll use a
standard scoring system that starts one quarterback, two running backs, two
wide receivers, and one tight end, flex, kicker and team defense. We disregard
Week 17, since no league should be vying for a championship then. And, of
course, our goal is nothing short of total domination and the abject
humiliation of our opponents.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Now,
with the fifth pick of the 2017 Perfect Draft, we should have selected…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eb1scobb-CM/Wkp4r9bbixI/AAAAAAAAFxc/yUaxrDGtmQoHQI2LrWMOesMTnUGIi7v7QCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-eb1scobb-CM/Wkp4r9bbixI/AAAAAAAAFxc/yUaxrDGtmQoHQI2LrWMOesMTnUGIi7v7QCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="192" /></a><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
1: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i>Todd Gurley</i></b>, RB, Rams. Gurley led
countless fantasy teams to a title, and the vast majority of his grateful owners
snagged him in the second or third round. But since Bell and Brown are already
off the board, we’ll go ahead and grab the Fantasy MVP a bit early. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
2: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Rob Gronkowski</b>, TE, Patriots.
Leonard Fournette got the call here in our mid-season review, but nagging
injuries cost the rookie in the second half. Gronk had his issues, too,
including a one-week suspension. But he’s still the most dominant tight end of
his generation. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
3: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DeAndre Hopkins</b>, WR, Texans.
What happens when you wait until the third round to take your first wideout?
Fantasy’s top receiver* just might fall in your lap! (*In all fairness, Brown’s
late-season injury made this statement possible.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
4: <b><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Kareem Hunt</span></b>, RB,
Chiefs. The electrifying rookie slumped through a rough mid-season patch, but
he rediscovered his mojo in time for the fantasy playoffs. Keenan Allen
delivered nicely from this spot as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-moVKIBsutVU/Wkp4reZ0rAI/AAAAAAAAFxU/eP0BhlHW71sZzw7ux0DF71DnvWA9ydNNACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="175" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-moVKIBsutVU/Wkp4reZ0rAI/AAAAAAAAFxU/eP0BhlHW71sZzw7ux0DF71DnvWA9ydNNACK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-2.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
5: <b><i>Tyreek Hill</i></b>, WR, Chiefs. Hunt’s playmaking teammate embodies the
cliché that he’s “a threat to score every time he touches the ball.” It’s a
shame we have to pass on Mark Ingram here.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
6: <b>Russell Wilson, </b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, Seahawks.</span>
It wasn’t always pretty, and he had his off weeks; but in the end, Wilson was
the top QB in Fantasyland. Then again, when virtually an entire offense runs
through one guy – as Seattle’s does with Wilson both passing and rushing –
perhaps it’s not that surprising. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
7: <b>Zach Ertz</b>, TE, Eagles. Carson Wentz’s go-to target will serve us
well when Gronk misses time. He’s also an excellent flex option.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Round 8: <b>Chris Hogan,</b> WR,
Patriots. Hogan stepped into the role vacated by Julian Edelman and produced
consistently as one of Tom Brady’s most trusted targets over the first half of
the season. We’ll miss his contributions down the stretch.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xPg0Yl7AKWQ/Wkp4sWt244I/AAAAAAAAFxk/J-Tg4OYqApAlsotC4lqjlLPGc3GvdhakQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="131" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xPg0Yl7AKWQ/Wkp4sWt244I/AAAAAAAAFxk/J-Tg4OYqApAlsotC4lqjlLPGc3GvdhakQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-3.jpg" width="200" /></a>Round 9: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i>Adam Thielen</i></b>, WR, Vikings. We’re not thrilled with how he finished
the season, but Thielen was money most of the way. The PPR hero offered
superior value from his late draft slot, but you can bet he won’t come so cheap
next year.<o:p></o:p></div>
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10: <b>Carson Wentz</b>, QB, Eagles. We’ll hate losing him at the end of
Week 14, but we’ll enjoy the ride for most of the season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
11: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Jaguars</b> defense/special
teams. Jacksonville led – or was among the top three – in virtually every
defensive category (sacks, turnovers, defensive TDs scored, points against) and,
consequently, racked up more fantasy points than any other unit. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
12: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Marvin Jones, Jr.</b>, WR, Lions. He
was hardly the model of consistency, but Jones managed to amass more than 1,000
yards and 8 TDs through Week 16 as Matt Stafford’s most productive receiver.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Round 13: <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Dion Lewis</b>, RB, Patriots. The New England backfield is notoriously
difficult to predict, but Lewis emerged as the team’s go-to tailback down the
stretch. In PPR leagues especially, Lewis offered solid production.<o:p></o:p></div>
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the Year honors, Kamara was a bit player in the New Orleans offense until
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
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kicks, let’s grab Jared Goff’s favorite receiver late. We’ll never start him,
but we’ll keep him out of our competitors’ lineups.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Round
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offense helps make you an elite fantasy kicker. We’ll have to get by in the
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">There
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">The
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would have been fun.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Next week, we close out the 2017-18 season with our annual <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Biro’s Heroes & Zeros Awards.</i></div>
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-39247060967001095412017-12-31T19:55:00.000-06:002018-01-01T13:04:30.906-06:00Week 17 Heroes & Zeros<div class="MsoNormal">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Philip Rivers</b>, Chargers – Looked sharp while passing for 387
yards and 3 TDs, without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Matt Stafford, Lions – Passed for 323 yards and 3 TDs
without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Andy Dalton, Bengals – Passed for 222 yards and a TD hat
trick.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dion Lewis, Patriots – Scored as a rusher (with 93 yards)
and as a receiver (with 6 catches for 40 yards).<o:p></o:p></div>
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Alvin Kamara, Saints – Ran for 44 yards and a TD, added 6
receptions for 84 yards and 106-yard kickoff return.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Latavius Murray, Vikings – Rushed for 111 yards and 2 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carlos Hyde, 49ers – Ran for 90 yards and 2 TDs, adding 2
catches for 10 yards, though he lost a fumble.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Orleans Darkwa, Giants – Raced for 154 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Devonta Freeman, Falcons – Just 23 rushing yards, but added
9 receptions for 85 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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JuJu Smith-Schuster, Steelers – Caught 9 passes for 143
yards and a TD, and added a 96-yard kickoff return.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Keenan Allen</b>, Chargers – Reeled in 9 passes for 133 yards
and a TD and ran in a 27-yard fumble (from Melvin Gordon) for a score.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Doug Baldwin, Seahawks – His 4 catches produced 90 yards and
a pair of TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rashard Higgins, Browns – Turned 3 receptions into 68 yards
and 2 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tyler Kroft, Bengals – Caught 6 passes for 53 yards and 2
TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Cowboys – Collected 3 sacks, an INT and a fumble recovery
while shutting out the uninterested Eagles.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Chiefs – Produced 5 sacks, 2 INTs, a fumble and TD return.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Broncos – Amassed 2 sacks, 1 INT, a returned a fumble for a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Matt Bryant, Falcons – Nailed all 5 of his FG attempts (from
30, 30, 33, 42 and 56 yards) and an XP.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nick Foles, Eagles – Passed for 39 yards and an INT, without
a TD, before getting an early hook.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kirk Cousins, Redskins – Ran for a 12-yard TD, but ruined it
with 3 INTs and just 158 passing yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jay Cutler, Dolphins – Just 6 passing yards before being
yanked.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Blake Bortles, Jaguars -- Played the whole game, but finished with just 158 passing yards, 0 TDs and 2 INTs.</div>
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Samaje Perine, Redskins – Left injured after gaining 3
rushing yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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5-yard pass.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Isaiah Crowell, Browns – Settled for 21 rushing yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lamar Miller, Texans – Ran for only 37 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>LeSean McCoy</b>, Bills – Just 10 rushing and 22 receiving yards
before leaving with an injury.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Robert Woods and Sammy Watkins, Rams – Both were active but
neither caught a pass.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Robby Anderson, Jets – Caught a 2 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rishard Matthews, Titans -- Had a 7 yarder.</div>
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Alshon Jeffery, Eagles – Caught an 8 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dede Westbrook, Jaguars -- Had a 9 yarder, but dropped some easy ones.</div>
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Nelson Agholor, Eagles – His 3 receptions resulted in 11
yards, plus a 7-yard run.<o:p></o:p></div>
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T.Y. Hilton, Colts – Caught 3 passes for 14 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Will Fuller V, Texans – Turned 2 catches into 17 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Michael Crabtree, Raiders – So did he.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A.J. Green, Bengals – As did he.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dez Bryant, Cowboys – Caught 3 passes for 24 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kelvin Benjamin, Bills – Just 2 receptions for 27 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rob Gronkowski, Patriots -- Not only didn't catch a pass, but he wasn't even targeted for the first time in his career.<br />
Greg Olsen, Panthers – Just a 10-yard catch.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jason Witten, Cowboys – Only 17 yards on 2 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Delanie Walker, Titans -- Just 19 yards on 3 catches.</div>
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Vernon Davis, Redskins – Held to 2 receptions for 20 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Zach Ertz, Eagles – He left with 24 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dan Bailey, Cowboys – Unbelievably missed his only FG and XP
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-30810761895384534112017-12-31T10:45:00.001-06:002017-12-31T10:45:27.229-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 17Good morning, Fools, from frigid DFW. It's freezing here, but I know there are many of you dealing with MUCH frostier conditions. Stay warm, my friends!<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wI7F36f_aL0/WkkTUv976FI/AAAAAAAAFwQ/4KcwR13_3YQBhYiUA6ncqDq-G8Eqs1iggCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="112" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wI7F36f_aL0/WkkTUv976FI/AAAAAAAAFwQ/4KcwR13_3YQBhYiUA6ncqDq-G8Eqs1iggCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a>If ever we needed a reminder why Week 17 is a terrible time to contest a fantasy championship, today is that reminder. So many studs -- led by Todd Gurley, <b>Le'Veon Bell</b> and Kareem Hunt -- will either be watching from the sidelines or yanked early from meaningless games. Fielding a respectable lineup simply won't be possible for many owners.<br />
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Don't make this mistake again! Change your rules for next year and play your title game in Week 16, as God intended.<br />
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That said, for those who still have something to play for today, here's a quick run-down on what we can expect:<br />
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The following players have already been ruled out (officially or unofficially) for today's games:<br />
<b>Ben Roethlisberger</b><br />
<b>Jared Goff</b><br />
Alex Smith<br />
<b>Todd Gurley</b><br />
<b>Le'Veon Bell</b><br />
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DeMarco Murray<br />
Charcandrick West<br />
Matt Forte<br />
Aaron Jones<br />
James White<br />
Mike Gillislee<br />
Rex Burkhead<br />
DeAndre Hopkins<br />
<b>Antonio Brown</b><br />
Tyreek Hill<br />
Davante Adams<br />
Jordy Nelson<br />
Emmanuel Sanders<br />
Sterling Shepard<br />
Marqise Lee<br />
Jeremy Maclin<br />
Cole Beasley<br />
Evan Engram<br />
Austin Seferian-Jenkins<br />
Richard Rodgers<br />
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Others expected to be pulled early, if they play at all: Nick Foles, Blake Bortles, Jay Cutler, Leonard Fournette, Jay Ajayi, Joe Mixon, Dez Bryant, Chris Hogan, Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor, Cooper Kupp, Robert Woods and Sammy Watkins.<br />
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And I probably missed several.<br />
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Melvin Gordon will play, despite his gimpy ankle. The Chargers need to win, so expect a big dose of Gordon (as well as Rivers and Keenan Allen) in this one.<br />
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Akeem Hunt will get the start today at RB for KC, and he should be a very interesting (high-potential) play.<br />
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Wendell Smallwood is expected to get the lion's share of the carries for the Eagles. While I'm not too excited about his potential against Dallas, he could come through in a pinch.<br />
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Also note that it's going to be bone-chillingly cold today in Foxborough (for the Patriots and Jets), in Pittsburgh (for Steelers/Browns), New York (for the Giants and Redskins), Baltimore (for Ravens/Bengals), Philly (for Eagles/Cowboys), Denver (for Broncos/Chiefs) and even sub-freezing in Nashville (for Titans/Jags).<br />
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As always, good luck to all Fools! And stay warm!Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-36832598305490680132017-12-29T11:41:00.001-06:002017-12-29T11:41:09.358-06:00Week 17 Starters & Benchwarmers<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;">
Week 17 is always a crapshoot,
with several teams resting starters or coasting into the off-season. Typical
“no-brainer” starters aren’t so obvious this week, while seldom-used backups
get their moments in the sun. In short, it’s a terrible week to contest your
fantasy Super Bowl. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In my leagues, we play a “Free for
All Bowl,” in which everyone except the champ sets one final lineup. Highest
points gets a token share of the pot.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">Here
are my picks to roll, and get rolled, in Week 17 of the 2017 season.</span><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Watch ‘em roll<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SZOFWoVOjzM/WkZ9-pstJkI/AAAAAAAAFvo/PEpuE6WYkh49IsIVkFB9xnkXBRbIfW75QCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="140" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SZOFWoVOjzM/WkZ9-pstJkI/AAAAAAAAFvo/PEpuE6WYkh49IsIVkFB9xnkXBRbIfW75QCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><i>Jimmy
Garoppolo</i>, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, 49ers at Rams. Garoppolo </span><span style="color: #201620;">is exactly the kind of guy who soars in Week 17. Not only
has he taken the league by storm, winning all four of his starts as a 49er, but
he humbled the league’s most fearsome defense (Jacksonville) last week. With
the Rams resting Aaron Donald, and probably other defensive starters, Garoppolo
will have a perfect opportunity to end his season on a very high note.<b><span style="mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Alex
Collins</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Ravens vs. Bengals. Not only is Baltimore
battling for a wild card spot, but they’re facing the rushing doormats from
Cincinnati. Collins needs 105 yards for his first 1,000-yard season, and that’s
well within his reach in this matchup, despite the nagging presence of Buck
Allen and Danny Woodhead.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Kenyan
Drake</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Dolphins vs. Bills. Drake put up a
semi-stinker in Week 16 against the Chiefs, but he is a near lock to shine in
the finale against the horrid Buffalo run defense. Miami would love to play
spoiler to their division rivals’ postseason hopes, and Drake will be the key
ingredient in their winning recipe. Look for copious touches – both running and
receiving – for the Dolphins’ emerging workhorse.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Jamison
Crowder, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">WR, Redskins at Giants. Cousins has one more chance
to impress the scouts before entering free agency again. Look for him to
exploit a depleted and demoralized Giants secondary with the help of his only
reliable wideout, Crowder, and TE Vernon Davis, who has scored twice over the
last three weeks despite catching just two passes each game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">T.Y.
Hilton</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Colts vs. Texans. Hilton has been the model
of inconsistency this season, so perhaps we’d be wise to overlook his 175-yard,
2-TD outburst in Week 9 against the Texans. But that seems silly. That was also
Jacoby Brissett’s best performance of the season, and Houston’s defense has
only gotten worse since then.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">More thumbs up:</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"> QBs Tom Brady, Matt Stafford, Philip Rivers; RBs LeSean
McCoy, Alvin Kamara, Mark Ingram, Derrick Henry, Bilal Powell, Carlos Hyde,
Christian McCaffrey, C.J. Anderson, Jamaal Williams, Frank Gore, Dion Lewis;
WRs Kelvin Benjamin, Marvin Jones, Julio Jones, Demaryius Thomas, Jarvis
Landry, Larry Fitzgerald, Marquise Goodwin, Michael Thomas, Keenan Allen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Roll ‘em back<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Nick
Foles, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, Eagles vs. Cowboys. We’ve been told that Foles
will start, mostly due to his sub-par outing last week. But it would be foolish
for the team to risk their only viable QB’s health for long, given their hopes
for a deep playoff run. Be prepared for Foles to get an early hook if he (a)
gets knocked around by the Dallas pass rush, (b) looks sharp or (c) leads a
scoring drive or two. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Charcandrick
West</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Chiefs at Broncos. In all likelihood, Kareem Hunt will see little
– if any – action in this meaningless contest. That should mean the majority of
the touches would go to West, the next man up. But don’t be surprised if West
gets an early hook, too, and Akeem Hunt takes over. Regardless, they all will
face the stout Denver run defense. Avoid this backfield entirely, if at all
possible.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Giovani
Bernard</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Bengals at Ravens. Over the last few weeks,
Bernard has resembled the fantasy stud he once was. With Joe Mixon still
troubled by a tender ankle, Bernard should again see the lion’s share of the
carries. But they will come against a stalwart, highly motivated Baltimore run
defense. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b2JplngvOIY/WkZ9-LOpXtI/AAAAAAAAFvg/OPHiw697_OM7r2iF4grzL-6mZlDpZtEEQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="112" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-b2JplngvOIY/WkZ9-LOpXtI/AAAAAAAAFvg/OPHiw697_OM7r2iF4grzL-6mZlDpZtEEQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><i>Doug
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receptions for 41 yards (and 1 TD) over the last two games, and his slump is
likely to continue. Arizona sports one of the league’s stingiest secondaries,
and Baldwin will inevitably draw elite CB Patrick Peterson in Sunday’s rematch.
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Michael
Crabtree</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Raiders at Chargers. Crabtree left Monday
night’s game early with a hamstring issue and a big, fat Christmas goose egg.
He’s not on the injury report this week, but look for another disappointing
outing against one of the NFL’s top coverage units. It’s a must-win game for the
Chargers, while Crabtree and friends are just hoping to get through the game
unscathed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">More thumbs
down:</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span>QBs Andy
Dalton, Marcus Mariota, Jay Cutler, Derek Carr, Dak Prescott, Eli Manning,
Brett Hundley, Joe Flacco; RBs Marshawn Lynch, Kerwynn Williams, Jay Ajayi, DeMarco
Murray, Matt Forte, Samaje Perine, Mike Davis, Wayne Gallman, Mike Gillislee,
Aaron Jones; WRs Alshon Jeffery, Nelson Agholor, Kendall Wright, Amari Cooper,
Eric Decker, DeSean Jackson, Paul Richardson, DeVante Parker, Randall Cobb, Dez
Bryant, Josh Gordon, Robby Anderson, Sammy Watkins, Cooper Kupp, Devin Funchess,
Sterling Shepard, Chris Hogan, Jeremy Maclin. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>TAKING A FLIER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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fuego</i> throughout December as Allen Hurns, and then Marqise Lee, were
sidelined. Look for the rapidly emerging rookie to build on his stellar month
in Tennessee. Though the Jags could pull their starters early, Cole may not be
one of them, given his inexperience and the team’s depleted WR corps.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Dion Lewis, Patriots – Owned the 4<sup>th</sup> quarter,
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Giovani Bernard, Bengals – Rushed for 116 yards and a TD and
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C.J. Anderson, Broncos – Ran for 88 yards and a TD, caught 7
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WRs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals – In PPR leagues, his 9
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<i style="font-size: 12pt;">D/STs</i></div>
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Cardinals – Amassed 2 sacks, 2 INTs, 1 fumble and a TD on a
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Seahawks – Collected 4 sacks, 2 INTs, a fumble and a TD on
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play against…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">QBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Brett Hundley, Packers – Just 130 passing yards and 48
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Marcus Mariota, Titans – Passed for 275 yards and an INT and
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Eli Manning, Giants – Passed for 263 yards without a score
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Dak Prescott, Cowboys – Threw 2 INTs without a TD, and
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Jonathan Stewart, Panthers – Ran for 19 yards and lost a
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LeGarrette Blount, Eagles – Continued to take a back seat,
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Joe Mixon, Bengals – Left early after combining for 32 yards. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Derrick Henry, Titans – Rushed for 25 yards and caught a 6
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WRs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Will Fuller, Texans – Had a 10 yarder in his Christmas
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Jordy Nelson, Packers – Surely his 11 yards on 3 receptions
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Devin Funchess, Panthers – He had 11 on 3 as well.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Golden Tate, Lions – Limited to 14 yards on 3 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Josh Gordon, Browns – Caught 2 passes for 19 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Brandin Cooks, Patriots – So did he.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul Richardson, Seahawks – Caught 2 passes for 21 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Adam Thielen, Vikings – Saved his worst game of the season
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Randall Cobb, Packers – Just 22 yards on 4 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Danny Amendola, Patriots – Took 3 passes 28 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Marquise Goodwin, 49ers – His team put up 44 points on the Jags’
defense, but he only had 37 yards on 3 catches to show for it.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">TEs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Kyle Rudolph, Vikings – Caught a 6 yarder. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Evan Engram, Giants – Had a 12 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Greg Olsen, Panthers – Bounced back the wrong way, with 3
catches for 27 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-90580019772339658902017-12-25T12:06:00.003-06:002017-12-25T12:06:59.513-06:00Christmas miracle or meltdown?<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-size: 12pt;">I don’t know if the NFL intentionally plans it this way, but
scheduling Week 16 on Christmas weekend seems especially cruel. </span></div>
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Who wants to spoil their merriment by losing a fantasy championship on
Christmas? Sure, a victory is an extra sweet gift, but half of us are now
licking our wounds, and the vast majority of fantasy owners weren’t even in the
game.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Qgccwz8vPuQ/WkE95u-5GjI/AAAAAAAAFuo/AFpt_dsKSLsFsVMeWi4HXTGgwdd0WlT0wCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Qgccwz8vPuQ/WkE95u-5GjI/AAAAAAAAFuo/AFpt_dsKSLsFsVMeWi4HXTGgwdd0WlT0wCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="155" /></a>I’ve already made one New Year’s resolution: to never draft
<b>Cam Newton</b> again. That way I won’t have to labor over the start/bench decision
on him, even in very favorable matchups. I trusted him in Week 15 against the
Packers, and he came through with flying colors. So why not one more time
against a sorry Bucs secondary?<o:p></o:p></div>
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Yep, he Scrooged me.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Benching Jared Goff was the right call last week, but the
same decision nearly spoiled my Christmas Eve. <o:p></o:p></div>
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At least I didn’t have to face Todd Gurley, who has
apparently been doubling up on his Wheaties. Gurley not only led countless
fantasy teams to glory, but he cemented his status as the consensus first pick
in next year’s draft.<o:p></o:p></div>
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For that matter, for the first time since the Kurt Warner
era, everyone is going to want a stake in the Rams next season. Gurley and
Goff, the defense and Greg Zuerlein and at least two wideouts will be in high
demand. <o:p></o:p></div>
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I should have known the weekend wouldn’t go my way after
Adam Thielen turned in his worst performance of the season on Saturday. To
underscore his poor timing, my opponent was treated to one of Stefon Diggs’
best days of an otherwise disappointing 2017.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Oh well, there’s always next year. Congrats to everyone
hoisting a trophy today. And to those who save their championship matchups for
Week 17, prepare to play with some of your top talents – including Gurley,
Kareem Hunt and others – either sitting out or exiting early. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>WAIVER WIRE PICKS <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">To win a fantasy championship,
it helps to start with a great draft. But filling gaps in your roster with the occasional
waiver-wire acquisition is also important. At this point in the season, the
pickings are slim and your best bet is to stick with your regular starters. But
here's a look at some players worth considering for one last week. </span><b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b>Derrick Henry</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Titans. Still available in roughly four out of 10 leagues, Henry should
shoulder the load against the Jaguars in the finale with DeMarco Murray likely
sitting out after sustaining a knee injury. It’s a tough matchup, but the 49ers
just exposed some serious cracks. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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RB, Redskins. Samaje Perine left Sunday’s contest with an Achilles injury, opening
the door for Bibbs to lead Washington’s depleted backfield against the
vulnerable Giants run defense. The Redskins will go scrounging for another
back, but Bibbs is the next man up and he could offer solid returns for those
playing one more game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Peyton Barber</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Buccaneers. Barber had more than twice as many carries as Doug Martin
against the Panthers, which confirms that Tampa Bay’s coaches have accepted
what we already knew: Martin’s days as a workhorse are long gone. Barber should
again get the majority of the touches against the Saints in Week 17.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Giovani Bernard</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Bengals. Just when we thought Cincinnati’s backfield would return
to Joe Mixon’s hands, the rookie exited with an ankle injury. Bernard exploited
the Lions as both a high-volume rusher and receiver, and he should get a
similar workload in a tough contest with the Ravens next weekend.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RlZJRC_1w5Q/WkE94Ap8T4I/AAAAAAAAFuY/iIr65G7Ko-4taiGEeSAgoBDU4WhZduSjACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="115" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-RlZJRC_1w5Q/WkE94Ap8T4I/AAAAAAAAFuY/iIr65G7Ko-4taiGEeSAgoBDU4WhZduSjACK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Keelan Cole</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
WR, Jaguars. With both Allen Hurns and Marqise Lee missing time, Cole has been
a target magnet. He found the end zone in three straight weeks before the 49ers
game, but still breached the 100-receiving-yard mark on Sunday. He’ll be in
position for another stellar outing against the Titans.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</style>Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-10181281320650835202017-12-24T10:30:00.002-06:002017-12-24T10:30:47.583-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 16Good morning, Fools. If you're reading this, you're probably playing for a fantasy championship, and that makes me happy. What makes me even happier is that I am, too!<br />
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I'm already playing from behind, however, since I started Adam Thielen and my opponent had Stefon Diggs. But there's plenty of ball left to be played -- including a two-fer on Christmas Monday.<br />
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Here's what we need to know to set our best lineups today:<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MeWC7vsL638/Wj_VElAhMnI/AAAAAAAAFuA/ZMifhdkyLRoVd-z1qjdevgkweOB5T3fvACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="112" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MeWC7vsL638/Wj_VElAhMnI/AAAAAAAAFuA/ZMifhdkyLRoVd-z1qjdevgkweOB5T3fvACK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="200" /></a>In case you've been living under a rock, <b>Zeke Elliott</b> is back. If you've been sitting on him, look for a fine outing from him today. It looks like LT Tyron Smith will play, too, which is great news for him and the Cowboys' passing attack.<br />
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Samaje Perine has been dealing with a groin injury and at one point was trending toward not playing. Now, he's a game-time decision. If he plays, he'll get some help from Kapri Bibbs. Against Denver's solid run D, I don't like either of their chances.<br />
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I doubt you're counting on Matt Forte or Elijah McGuire, but both are expected to play. Maybe you have Bilal Powell; so note that he'll have a lot of competition for touches.<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fvzPvHrBbAA/Wj_VFPz7MYI/AAAAAAAAFuI/byM0g28ScIsqKmJWh0xIiqTA2WUhlCd7gCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="142" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fvzPvHrBbAA/Wj_VFPz7MYI/AAAAAAAAFuI/byM0g28ScIsqKmJWh0xIiqTA2WUhlCd7gCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a>It's never good when a player lands on the injury report late in the week, but that's what happened to <b>Michael Thomas</b>. He tweaked his hammy -- presumably in practice -- and is questionable for today's contest. That could be a brutal, unexpected loss, so keep an eye on the inactives in a bit. He did appear to warm up well this morning, so there's reason for optimism; but he's clearly going to be a game-time call.<br />
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Both Emmanuel Sanders and Cody Latimer stayed behind in Denver and will not play in Washington.<br />
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Allen Hurns is likely out. And the Pats are planning to play without both Chris Hogan and James White. Rex Burkhead is already on I.R.<br />
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Kelvin Benjamin is expected to play today, but he's been a disappointment ever since he was traded to Buffalo. He's also still dealing with a knee injury that will require offseason surgery. Despite the good matchup with the Pats, I wouldn't start him.<br />
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And if you're counting on any Eagles players, you got good news last night. The Vikings' win means Philly still has incentive to play its starters. They need a win to advance their cause for the top seed in the NFC.<br />
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Finally, it's the time of year for weather concerns, and we have some potential issues today in Chicago (snow, winds) for the Bears and Browns; in Kansas City (cold, winds) for the Dolphins and Chiefs; and in Tennessee (wind, rain) for the Titans and Rams.<br />
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That's it for now, Fools. I probably won't be able to tweet the inactives today because we're leaving early for Christmas Eve service. So be sure to check them yourself (<a href="http://www.nfl.com/inactives">http://www.nfl.com/inactives</a>). Good luck to all Fools! Let's go get us another title!Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-58763296454259651962017-12-22T14:15:00.002-06:002017-12-24T09:52:34.682-06:00Week 16 Starters & Benchwarmers<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
It’s title time! Wondering whether or not to start Ezekiel
Elliott and DeAndre Hopkins, or to bench Eddie Lacy and Justin Hardy? The
network bozos specialize in that kind of advice. If you’re looking for help
with your real starting lineup conundrums, read on.</div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">Here are my picks to roll, and
get rolled, in Week 16 of the 2017 season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Watch ‘em roll<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Philip
Rivers, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, Chargers at Jets. Rivers is coming off his
second-worst game of an otherwise solid season, so a nice rebound is in order.
Fortunately, Keenan Allen is on track to return for this delicious matchup, and
the Jets’ young and generous pass defenders await with another embarrassing
outing.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><br />
<b>Christian McCaffrey</b>, RB, Panthers vs. Buccaneers. Jonathan Stewart fell
back to Earth last week, while McCaffrey shined. That trend should continue
Sunday against a Bucs defense missing two of its best run defenders. McCaffrey
will produce in both phases, especially if Devin Funchess is limited with his
shoulder.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a3rW1HW5BIA/Wj1nnDz09zI/AAAAAAAAFtg/i-Ode214n2AIt-xnI2wvyJA45cUNijPOACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-a3rW1HW5BIA/Wj1nnDz09zI/AAAAAAAAFtg/i-Ode214n2AIt-xnI2wvyJA45cUNijPOACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><i>Dion
Lewis</i></span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><i>,</i> RB, Patriots vs. Bills. As Tom Brady continues to
work through his late-season blues and the weather outside turns frightful, New
England’s running game will remain on center stage. Lewis should continue to be
the featured back, especially with Rex Burkhead out. Look for stellar
production as a runner and receiver against the imploding Buffalo defense.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Golden
Tate</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Lions at Bengals. Marvin Jones has been producing at a high
level, but Tate has actually been targeted more frequently over the last four
weeks (32 for Tate vs. 26 for Jones). Against Cincinnati’s decimated and weary
secondary, both wideouts should shine as the Lions continue to rely almost
exclusively on Matt Stafford’s arm. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Mike
Wallace</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Ravens vs. Colts. I rarely vouch for Joe
Flacco, or his wideouts, but this week is promising. Not only has Flacco been
on his game lately, but he’ll be facing arguably the NFL’s most vulnerable
secondary. Jeremy Maclin may miss this game, further boosting Wallace’s
prospects for a fine showing.</span><span style="color: #201620;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">More thumbs up
(excluding the no-brainers):</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"> QBs Cam
Newton, Matt Stafford, Blake Bortles, Case Keenum, Drew Brees, Jared Goff, Russell
Wilson, Nick Foles; RBs Devonta Freeman, Mark Ingram, Alvin Kamara, Latavius
Murray, Kenyan Drake, Leonard Fournette; WRs Larry Fitzgerald, Keenan Allen,
Adam Thielen, Stefon Diggs, Nelson Agholor, Dede Westbrook, Robert Woods,
Michael Crabtree, Demaryius Thomas, Dez Bryant, Brandin Cooks, Jarvis Landry<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Roll ‘em back<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Matt
Ryan, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, Falcons at Saints. Chances are, you haven’t
advanced this far because of Ryan, who has thrown as much interceptions (3) as
TDs over the last four games. Ouch. By the way, all three of those picks came
against the Saints just two weeks ago. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Carlos
Hyde</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, 49ers vs. Jaguars. Hyde has had an up and down season, but it’s
mostly been down since Jimmy Garoppolo ascended to the starting job. Hyde’s
role in the passing game has diminished, and he’s not grinding out a ton of
rushing yards, either. Against the Jaguars’ mighty defense, he can’t be
trusted.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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an effective fantasy contributor, he needs to break a big one or score on a limited
number of touches. With his best blocker sidelined and a talented Philly
defense on tap, Lynch’s carries are unlikely to deliver big returns. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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placed on I.R. after Green Bay’s postseason hopes were dashed. Brett Hundley
will be back under center, and we know he still doesn’t recognize Jordy Nelson.
That means Cobb will likely be shadowed by Xavier Rhodes in a matchup you don’t
want to see in your championship lineup. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Goodwin</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, 49ers vs. Jaguars. Goodwin has been a
revelation in the early stages of the Garoppolo era, but both players will be
facing tough sledding this weekend against the stifling Jaguars secondary.
While Goodwin should remain a highly targeted go-to option for the young QB,
A.J. Bouye and Jalen Ramsey will be blanketing him all day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">More thumbs
down:</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span>QBs Kirk
Cousins, Jay Cutler, Andy Dalton, Derek Carr, Eli Manning, Marcus Mariota, Jimmy
Garoppolo, Brett Hundley; RBs Tevin Coleman, Ameer Abdullah, Samaje Perine,
Jamaal Williams, Frank Gore, Derrick Henry, Mike Davis, LeGarrette Blount, Matt
Forte, Wayne Gallman; WRs Robby Anderson, Jordy Nelson, Rishard Matthews, Josh
Gordon.<o:p></o:p></div>
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WR, Steelers at Texans. Even without Antonio Brown in the lineup, Pittsburgh’s
passing game is one to reckon with. Bryant has been a disappointment most of
the season, but he came alive in the red zone last week. With Houston’s defense
forced to focus on Le’Veon Bell, its porous secondary will have a rough time
keeping up with Bryant and fellow wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster.<o:p></o:p></div>
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WHO…</b>ignores the quirky schedule this weekend. Not only is there no Thursday
or Sunday nighter, but there are two Saturday and two Monday games. And keep in
mind that if the Vikings win on Saturday, the Eagles could potentially rest some
of their starters for at least part of their Monday night outing.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nick Foles, Eagles – Passed for 237 yards and 4 TDs, without
a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Brock Osweiler, Broncos – Passed for 194 yards and 2 TDs and
ran 17 yards for another TD, without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Eli Manning, Giants – Torched the Eagles secondary with 434
passing yards and 3 TDs, plus 1 INT.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Blake Bortles, Jaguars – Passed for 326 yards and 3 TDs, and
no turnovers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jameis Winston, Buccaneers – Tossed 3 TDs along with 299
yards passing, 18 rushing and no turnovers.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Todd Gurley, Rams – Had a monster game, rushing for 152
yards and a TD trifecta, and added 3 receptions for 28 yards and a 4<sup>th</sup>
TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kareem Hunt, Chiefs – Ran for 155 yards and 1 TD and had 7
receptions for 51 yards and a 2<sup>nd</sup> score.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Mark Ingram, Saints – Rumbled for 74 yards and 2 TDs and
caught 5 passes for 77 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Melvin Gordon, Chargers – Rushed for 78 yards and a TD and
added 6 receptions for 91 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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LeSean McCoy, Bills – Scored as a rusher with 50 yards and
as a receiver, with 46 yards on 4 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Devonta Freeman, Falcons – Raced through the Bucs for 126
yards and a TD and led his team in receiving with 5 for 68 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Le’Veon Bell, Steelers – Ran for 117 yards and a TD, plus 5
receptions for 48 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Christian McCaffrey, Panthers – Ran for 63 yards and caught
6 passes for 73 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WRs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Keelan Cole, Jaguars – Collected 7 passes for 186 yards and
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Taverres King, Giants – Scored on both his catches, covering 70 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jaydon Mickens, Jaguars – Made a name for himself with 4
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">TEs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Greg Olsen, Panthers – Grabbed 9 balls for 116 yards and a
TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rob Gronkowski, Patriots – Didn’t score, but PPR leaguers
loved his 9 catches for 168 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">D/STs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Ravens – Collected 2 sacks, 2 fumbles, 2 INTs and a fumble
return TD while holding the Browns to 10 points.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Vikings – Amassed 3 sacks, held the Bengals to 7 points and
scored a TD on one of its 2 INTs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Ks<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Robbie Gould, 49ers – Made 6 FGs (from 28, 38, 45, 48, 48
and 50 yards) plus an XP.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Phil Dawson, Cardinals – Nailed all 5 of his FG attempts
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play against…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">QBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Jay Cutler, Dolphins – Yeah, he is who we thought he was,
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Philip Rivers, Chargers – Offset his 227 passing yards and
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Andy Dalton, Bengals – Looked awful passing for 113 yards, 0
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Ameer Abdullah, Lions – Totaled just 21 yards on the day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jonathan Stewart, Panthers – After his 3-TD performance last
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Derrick Henry, Titans – Limited to 19 rushing and 9
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Jamaal Williams, Packers – Just 30 yards on the ground.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Lamar Miller, Texans – Only 33 combined yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carlos Hyde, 49ers – Ran for 25 yards and caught 2 passes
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WRs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Doug Baldwin, Seahawks – Finished with a 6 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Travis Benjamin, Chargers – Had a 7 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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DeSean Jackson, Buccaneers – Caught an 11-yard pass.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Sammy Watkins, Rams – Just 14 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Paul Richardson, Seahawks – Found 18 yards on 2 receptions. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Devin Funchess, Panthers – Left early after a 19 yarder.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kelvin Benjamin, Bills – Just 20 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dede Westbrook, Jaguars – Held to 21 yards on 2 balls.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Cooper Kupp, Rams – So was he.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jeremy Maclin, Ravens – Grabbed a 22 yarder before leaving
injured.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Danny Amendola, Patriots – Got 23 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Mohammed Sanu, Falcons – So did he.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jordy Nelson, Packers – Even with A-Rod, he had just 28
yards on 3 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A.J. Green, Bengals – Limited to 30 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Adam Thielen, Vikings – He had 30 yards on 3 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Golden Tate, Lions – Just 33 yards on 3 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">TEs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Jimmy Graham, Seahawks – Actually lost a yard on his only
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-85456690455176304072017-12-18T12:06:00.004-06:002017-12-18T12:06:36.123-06:00One more, for all the marbles<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2b1e2b;">It’s generally
a good sign if you’re still reading this column following Week 15’s slate of
games. Because if you’re like me, the minute you’re eliminated from the fantasy
playoffs, the last thing you want to do is wallow in your misery.</span></div>
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<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FqzFKVjQpe8/WjgDYWxNNkI/AAAAAAAAFsY/V63ATntyh9g4BdYhfLM9WdM3fnhucJWXACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="142" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FqzFKVjQpe8/WjgDYWxNNkI/AAAAAAAAFsY/V63ATntyh9g4BdYhfLM9WdM3fnhucJWXACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-4.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Unless
you find it therapeutic to grumble about how <b>Todd Gurley</b> single-handedly ended
your championship dreams.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Or how Antonio
Brown waited until the worst possible time to pull up lame. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Or
perhaps you’re feeling like my opponent, who just needed to survive one more
week before Ezekiel Elliott returns to virtually guarantee him a fantasy title.
Mark Ingram kept it interesting, but it just wasn’t enough.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Those
who took their chances with Aaron Rodgers were reminded that even 75 percent of
A-Rod is better than most any other option. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;">
<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Unless
your name rhymes with Gordy Shmelson.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">For
some reason, Andy Dalton decided that A.J. Green would be of no help against the
Vikings, choosing to target his most dangerous weapon only four times all game.
Hey Andy, if you’re not going to use your elite receiver, Jimmy Garoppolo could
use him.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;">
<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">What’s
crazier? That Blake Bortles could very well lead countless players to a fantasy
title, or that guys named Keelan Cole, Jaydon Mickens and Tommy Bohanon
combined for five touchdowns against the once-proud Texans defense? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Greg
Olsen on your bench? Yeah, that one’s gonna sting for a while.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Oh
well, just think … If things didn’t work out this weekend, you’ll have more
time for Christmas shopping. Which is awesome. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;">
<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">It’s
okay to shed a tear. You’re safe here.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>WAIVER WIRE PICKS AND PANS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To win a fantasy championship, it’s best to start with a
great draft. But filling gaps in your roster with the occasional waiver-wire
acquisition can also pay big dividends. Here's a look at players worth
considering, and a couple who would look better in someone else's lineup.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Catch ‘em while you
can<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Martavis Bryant</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Steelers. With Antonio Brown out for at least the next couple of
weeks with a torn calf muscle, Bryant will re-join Pittsburgh’s starting
lineup. He and JuJu Smith-Schuster will team with Ben Roethlisberger against a
Houston secondary that was just decimated by Blake Bortles and a pair of
no-names.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_OX24NH460o/WjgDX0giX1I/AAAAAAAAFsQ/P5O7Jgb3ELQmLP09sd1N1thC7BLUSs-MgCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="125" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-_OX24NH460o/WjgDX0giX1I/AAAAAAAAFsQ/P5O7Jgb3ELQmLP09sd1N1thC7BLUSs-MgCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-5.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Randall Cobb</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
WR, Packers. Davante Adams just suffered his second concussion of the season,
making his availability for the Week 16 tilt highly suspect. Though the Vikings
won’t make it easy, Cobb is worth consideration, especially with Rodgers back
flinging touchdowns.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Tyrell Williams</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Chargers. I had high hopes for Williams entering this season, but
he’s been a major disappointment. Keenan Allen, by contrast, has come up huge
and, until Sunday, had avoided the injuries that have plagued his career. If Allen
misses the Week 16 contest due to a back issue, Williams’ targets should soar
against a Jets secondary that has been routinely torched.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Don’t be fooled<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Aaron Jones</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Packers. Jamaal Williams was a bust against the Panthers, while fellow
rookie Jones out-performed him on fewer touches. But Williams has been stellar over
the last three games, so if you survived this weekend in spite of his woes,
don’t lose faith. And certainly don’t change horses to Jones for the rough
matchup with the stifling Vikings run defense.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iNT30FOVHs4/WjgDiru6VSI/AAAAAAAAFsg/4TbDNBkhg2IvqKzMgD95lxBA0ibCbhnbQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iNT30FOVHs4/WjgDiru6VSI/AAAAAAAAFsg/4TbDNBkhg2IvqKzMgD95lxBA0ibCbhnbQCK4BGAYYCw/s400/imgres-6.jpg" /></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i>Jaydon Mickens</i></b>,
WR, Jaguars. Mickens had his coming-out party against the Texans on Sunday,
scoring twice on his four receptions. Prior to Week 15, the rookie had caught a
single 11-yard pass. Chalk this one up to an aberration, made possible by
Marqise Lee’s ill-timed ankle injury. <o:p></o:p></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-64532728652382162422017-12-17T10:45:00.001-06:002017-12-17T10:45:22.249-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 15Good morning, Fools, where it's a bittersweet day for the Chief Fool. I was unceremoniously dismissed from the first round of my big-money league last weekend, as Team Fools failed to show up in any meaningful way (with the notable exception of Kenyan Drake). Meanwhile, my opponent threw Le'Veon Bell, DeAndre Hopkins and Adam Thielen at me, and the fat lady began singing early.<br />
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That said, in my other league, my top-seeded team enjoyed its bye, so I'm gearing up for a big showdown today with a stronger-than-he-should-be 5th seed. Since you're reading this, you must be preparing for a battle of your own. So enough about me ... let's take our swing around the NFL for the news we can use to make our best starting lineup decisions.<br />
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First off, you've likely heard the news that Leonard Fournette is out with a bum quad. If he's your guy, and you don't have Chris Ivory in the wings, shame on you! Go get him now. Though he'll share the backfield with T.J. Yeldon, he has a solid matchup with the Texans, so Ivory could put up some decent numbers (again) as Fournette's proxy.<br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iIYrdiPjWJU/Wjae-BOKFhI/AAAAAAAAFr4/-0kJfXOwI7UNqyDfFBzMVp5MOJnfuUXUQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-iIYrdiPjWJU/Wjae-BOKFhI/AAAAAAAAFr4/-0kJfXOwI7UNqyDfFBzMVp5MOJnfuUXUQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="135" /></a>Did you stash <b>Aaron Rodgers</b> -- or snag him off the waiver wire -- for this game? Good for you. Don't hesitate to start him, even in his first game back from injury. He's Aaron Freaking Rodgers, and though his collarbone isn't 100% healed, if he's willing to risk it, you should be.<br />
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And yes, get Jordy Nelson back in your starting lineup, too!<br />
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There was some concern about JuJu Smith-Schuster's hamstring keeping him off the field today, but he is now expected to play. I still like his chances against the Patriots' vulnerable secondary.<br />
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Devin Funchess is expected to play, which is good news for Cam Newton's prospects against the sieve-like Packers D.<br />
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Kelvin Benjamin is also expected to play today, finally, for the Bills. No telling what kind of rapport he has with Tyrod Taylor though. Benjamin is a very risky start.<br />
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Those owners counting on Kyle Rudolph can breathe a sigh of relief. After word late this week that he was likely going to miss today's contest, he is active and will play. The only problem: Cincinnati sports a pretty salty secondary.<br />
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Ted Ginn will not play. Nor will Amari Cooper or Steelers TE Vance McDonald.<br />
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Tevin Coleman has been ruled out, which is great news for those hoping for big returns from Devonta Freeman on MNF.<br />
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Joe Mixon will not play. Gio Bernard will get the call again, but you can't be happy about his matchup with the Vikings. Hopefully you have better options.<br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ois_IUr2EUo/Wjae9zyosXI/AAAAAAAAFrw/w-gjvYAxwNUDTJB3A0djB36T_kSh01J7ACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ois_IUr2EUo/Wjae9zyosXI/AAAAAAAAFrw/w-gjvYAxwNUDTJB3A0djB36T_kSh01J7ACK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="158" /></a><b>Jared Goff </b>will get his favorite wideout, <b>Robert Woods</b>, back for the showdown in Seattle. Despite the rough matchup, and his past flops against the Seahawks, I like Goff's chances to put up solid-to-strong fantasy points today. That said, I'm (perhaps foolishly) taking my chances with Cam instead. Pray for me...<br />
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For what it's worth, Seattle is expecting rain with some wind gusts up to 30 mph. That's another reason to temper your enthusiasm for both passing and kicking games. (Yikes ... I've got Greg Zuerlein. I may need to make a quick change!)<br />
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That's it for now. Inactives coming via Twitter next. Good luck to all Fools! Go win one for the Chief!<br />
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<br />Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-78434297774012243832017-12-15T11:58:00.004-06:002017-12-15T11:58:49.554-06:00Week 15 Starters & Benchwarmers<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
It’s playoff time! Wondering whether or not to start Le’Veon
Bell and Michael Thomas, or to bench Bryce Petty and Tyler Boyd? The network
bozos specialize in that kind of advice. If you’re looking for help with your
real starting lineup conundrums, read on. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">Here are my picks to roll, and
get rolled, in Week 15 of the 2017 season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Watch ‘em roll</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Cam Newton</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, QB,
Panthers vs. Packers. I should preface this by admitting that I have been
consistently wrong with my projections for Newton this season. So take this
recommendation for what it’s worth. Though he has generally been more dangerous
as a rusher than passer, Newton has done a good job limiting his turnovers in
recent weeks. Most optimistically, Green Bay has been a pushover for opposing
QBs – even DeShone Kizer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Kenyan Drake</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, RB,
Dolphins at Bills. The chances of Jay Cutler pulling out another game like he
had against the Patriots on Monday night are fairly remote. But you can bet
that Drake will continue his dominant role in the offense. Even if Damien
Williams returns, Drake should excel against the doormats in Buffalo that have
surrendered more rushing TDs (18) than any defense in the NFL.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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RB, Vikings vs. Bengals. If the Bills aren’t the league’s worst run defense,
the Bengals are. Murray has emerged as the alpha back in Minnesota’s RB
committee, though he was held in check by the Panthers last week. Look for a
big rebound game from the veteran.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Chris Hogan</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, WR,
Patriots at Steelers. Who was that guy masquerading as Tom Brady against the
Dolphins on Monday night? No telling, but don’t expect him to show up again.
Not only will Rob Gronkowski be back on the field, but Pittsburgh’s rapidly
deteriorating pass defense will be taking the brunt of Brady’s frustration.
Hogan came up small as well in Miami, but should be targeted frequently in this
clash of division leaders. Look for a nice rebound from him, as well.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">JuJu Smith-Schuster</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">,
WR, Steelers vs. Patriots. Seemingly every season, Ben Roethlisberger lays an
egg at least once during the fantasy postseason. It’s hard to imagine that
happening Sunday given the incredible roll he’s on and the defense he’ll be
facing. New England’s secondary has held its own against some sorry passing
attacks, but they’ve been torched by the good ones. With Smith-Schuster
returning from suspension, look for Big Ben to give the explosive rookie every
opportunity to excel in what should be a high-scoring affair.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">More thumbs up
(excluding the no-brainers):</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"> QBs
Drew Brees, Aaron Rodgers, Matt Ryan, Dak Prescott, Blake Bortles, Russell
Wilson, Jared Goff, Ben Roethlisberger, Philip Rivers; RBs Devonta Freeman, Jay
Ajayi, Alvin Kamara, Jordan Howard, Alfred Morris, Jonathan Stewart, Alex
Collins; WRs Devin Funchess, Keenan Allen, Larry Fitzgerald, Mohamed Sanu, Josh
Gordon, Dez Bryant, Marqise Lee, Jordy Nelson, Robert Woods, Jarvis Landry,
Golden Tate, Marquise Goodwin, Paul Richardson, Michael Crabtree, Adam Thielen.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Roll ‘em back<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Kirk
Cousins, </span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">QB, Redskins vs. Cardinals. Cousins is coming off
his worst game of the season, and as Patrick Peterson & Co. head to town,
another poor week could be in the offing. With Jordan Reed joining Chris
Thompson on I.R. and Jamison Crowder underachieving most weeks, Cousins isn’t
getting enough help to overcome tough matchups like this week’s.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Lamar
Miller</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Texans at Jaguars. Miller has been mostly
mediocre this season, especially as a rusher. His saving grace has been his
role in the passing game. But you can’t like his chances against the fearsome
Jags, who have allowed only one rushing TD over the last nine games. With T.J.
Yates under center, you know the Jags will stack the line against Miller and
dare the shaky QB to test their elite defensive backs.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Samaje
Perine</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Redskins vs. Cardinals. The rookie’s initial
promise has faded over the past two games, along with Washington’s faint
playoff hopes. Meanwhile, Arizona’s run defenders have stepped up their play
over the last few weeks, most recently holding the Titans’ backfield duo to
just 65 rushing yards. Both trends conspire against Perine in Week 15.<br style="mso-special-character: line-break;" />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_Sf8Ms6ziY4/WjQNJvASuyI/AAAAAAAAFrY/SRIo0bCWkBMWX-EC9Thj6CzEfaDTY9GHACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="138" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_Sf8Ms6ziY4/WjQNJvASuyI/AAAAAAAAFrY/SRIo0bCWkBMWX-EC9Thj6CzEfaDTY9GHACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;"><i>Robby
Anderson</i></span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Jets at Saints. Our first glimpse of Anderson’s
breakout potential last year was with Bryce Petty under center, so there’s some
reason for optimism. That said, it’s hard to expect the duo to flourish against
a Saints secondary bolstered by the return of shutdown CB Marshon Lattimore.
Anderson will see a lot of Lattimore on Sunday and it could prove to be a very
long day for the inexperienced Petty.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Sterling
Shepard</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Giants vs. Eagles. Truth be told, Eli Manning
deserved to be benched a couple weeks ago. Just not for Geno Smith. Manning’s return
to the starting lineup was predictably subpar, and his ineptitude even cost his
best wideout the chance to produce. In a tougher matchup with Philly’s elite
secondary, Shepard’s opportunities will continue to be limited. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">More thumbs
down:</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span>QBs Jay Cutler,
Alex Smith, Andy Dalton, Marcus Mariota; RBs Orleans Darkwa, Doug Martin, Joe
Mixon, Theo Riddick; WRs Willie Snead, Kendall Wright, Sammy Watkins, DeVante
Parker, Jamison Crowder, Jermaine Kearse, DeSean Jackson.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>TAKING A FLIER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Dede Westbrook</b>,
WR, Jaguars vs. Texans. Blake Bortles and Marqise Lee have been raising
eyebrows over the past couple of weeks, but don’t sleep on Westbrook. The
supremely confident rookie actually has more targets, receptions and receiving
yards than Lee since making his NFL debut in Week 11. Against a Texans
secondary that lacks consistency, the Bortles-Westbrook connection should come
up big.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T BE THE BONEHEAD
WHO…</b>overlooks the <u>two</u> Saturday games this weekend, including an
early 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff between the Bears and Lions. This is no time to
forget to check the inactives and set your lineups.<span style="background: white;"> And as we were reminded last week in Buffalo, it’s the time of year
when the weather can wreak havoc on the passing and kicking games. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-78457744815408018042017-12-11T23:07:00.005-06:002017-12-11T23:07:41.620-06:00Week 14 Heroes & Zeros<div class="MsoNormal">
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Carson Wentz, Eagles – Passed for 291 yards and 4 TDs, and
16 rushing yards, plus an INT, before being lost for the year.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Dak Prescott, Cowboys – Beat up another sorry opponent,
passing for 332 yards and 3 TDs, plus 13 rushing yards, without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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yards and 2 TDs, without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Brett Hundley, Packers – Held down the fort well again,
passing for 265 yards and 3 TDs, plus 31 rushing yards, without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jay Cutler, Dolphins – Remarkably, passed for 263 yards and
3 TDs, without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jonathan Stewart, Panthers – Raced and rumbled for 103 yards
and 3 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Todd Gurley, Rams – Rushed for 96 yards and 2 TDs, plus 39
yards on 3 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rod Smith, Cowboys – Rushed for 47 yards and a TD and caught
5 passes for 113 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Theo Riddick, Lions – Scored twice while running for 29
yards and added 6 receptions for 64 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Le’Veon Bell, Steelers – Rushed for 48 yards and 2 TDs, and
hauled in 9 passes for 77 yards and a 3<sup>rd</sup> TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jamaal Williams, Packers – Ran for 49 yards and a TD and
added 7 receptions for 69 yards and a second TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>LeSean McCoy</b>, Bills – Plowed through the snow for 156 yards
and a score.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kenyan Drake, Dolphins – Rushed for 114 yards and caught 5
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Charles Clay, Bills – Just 11 yards on 2 catches.<o:p></o:p></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-33345815676399095452017-12-11T11:45:00.001-06:002017-12-11T11:45:28.430-06:00Ill-timed injuries could tilt playoff balance<div class="MsoNormal">
Rare is the fantasy owner who breezes through the season
without having to overcome injuries. It’s a part of the game – real football,
of course, and the fantasy game we love to play.</div>
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But some injuries hurt more than others. David Johnson’s
broken wrist in Week 1 and Aaron Rodgers’ collarbone injury five weeks later
leap to mind. (My buddy’s contention that Pierre Garcon’s Week 8 injury was a
crushing blow to his roster just doesn’t hold water.)</div>
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But losing one or more of your studs at playoff time can
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Nobody knows that better than owners of Alvin Kamara, who
went down with a concussion on the first drive of the Thursday nighter. The
timing couldn’t have been worse, and it undoubtedly prevented countless fantasy
teams from advancing to the next round as they otherwise would have.</div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-seUYYIyj9cY/Wi6_ojd-STI/AAAAAAAAFqo/p7Ce2QGy4KImYwVMjH1YN_83YEYRiXGwwCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="131" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-seUYYIyj9cY/Wi6_ojd-STI/AAAAAAAAFqo/p7Ce2QGy4KImYwVMjH1YN_83YEYRiXGwwCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><b>Carson Wentz</b>’s loss is different, but no less alarming.
Wentz treated his owners to a 291-yard, 4-TD, 1-INT performance before going
down, likely for the season, with a serious knee injury. The fantasy
ramifications of that injury begin now.</div>
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Those who don’t already have a solid QB on their bench will
be searching for emergency help on a waiver wire that has likely been picked
clean over the course of the year. I’ve offered a couple of recommendations
below; but unless Aaron Rodgers is still sitting there for some inexplicable
reason, get ready for a significant downgrade at this crucial position.</div>
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By the way, if you find yourself facing Wentz’s owner in
Week 15, or could face him or her in the championship round, consider making a
preemptive claim on the best QB available. Keeping Rodgers, Blake Bortles or
whomever from your opponent’s roster is not just a sneaky blocking move; it’s
good strategy that could make the difference in your title run.</div>
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As they say, all’s fair in love and fantasy football.</div>
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<b>WAIVER WIRE PICKS AND PANS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To win a fantasy championship, it’s best to start with a
great draft. But filling gaps in your roster with the occasional waiver-wire
acquisition can also pay big dividends. Here's a look at players worth
considering, and a couple who would look better in someone else's lineup.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Catch ‘em while you
can<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Aaron Rodgers</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
QB, Packers. How is he still available in a third of all leagues? Surely my
readers have not overlooked Rodgers, since I advised you to grab him last week.
Come on, people … it’s Aaron Freaking Rodgers, and he’ll probably be the
Packers’ starter next week!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H0yfKsQBWHU/Wi6_oElaFCI/AAAAAAAAFqg/yaAgqDuKBaINklahqFqO_1m3pU2EWnSjQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="126" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-H0yfKsQBWHU/Wi6_oElaFCI/AAAAAAAAFqg/yaAgqDuKBaINklahqFqO_1m3pU2EWnSjQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Blake Bortles</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
QB, Jaguars. Did Wentz strand you at the worst possible time? Bortles could
come to the rescue. Benefiting from his stifling defense, a strong running game
and the emergence of play-making wideout Marqise Lee (who’s also still widely
available), Bortles posted his second consecutive multi-touchdown game without
a turnover in the tough battle with Seattle. Next up: tasty matchups with the
Texans and 49ers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Jonathan Stewart</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Panthers. Stewart is available in four out of six ESPN leagues,
which is odd because he scored in each of the last two games before his
103-yard, 3-TD explosion against the top-ranked Vikings run defense. With Green
Bay and Tampa Bay up next, Stewart could keep the TD streak going while
grinding out decent (or better) yards.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Don’t be fooled<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Nick Foles</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
QB, Eagles. Foles had his moments in the fantasy spotlight, but those days are
long gone. Though he has a great cast around him, and even a favorable matchup
against the Giants next week, he’s just not the guy you want leading your team
in the fantasy postseason. Unless you are truly desperate.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Akcz4jMU3vs/Wi6_nhqL0QI/AAAAAAAAFqY/UhS5WKa-tCwR6e6wcVonwhBmjjhJIvXpACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="139" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Akcz4jMU3vs/Wi6_nhqL0QI/AAAAAAAAFqY/UhS5WKa-tCwR6e6wcVonwhBmjjhJIvXpACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-2.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Rod Smith</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Cowboys. Smith has become the king of trash-time scoring, finding the end
zone four times over the last three games – all in the fourth quarter. So if
you think the Cowboys will continue to nurse big leads at the end of their next
two games, go ahead and grab him. But that’s an awfully risky proposition.
Don’t forget: Ezekiel Elliott returns in Week 16.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-54206915859951208742017-12-10T11:02:00.001-06:002017-12-10T11:02:09.497-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 14Good morning, Fools, and welcome to the fantasy postseason!<br />
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If you're reading this, I assume you're in the hunt for a title, and that makes me happy. I'm playing this weekend in one league and have a bye in the other. I was a decided underdog in this weekend's contest, but I got a huge break Thursday night when my opponent lost Alvin Kamara in the first quarter.<br /><br />You never want to see a player get hurt -- and concussions evoke more concern than ever -- but the timing couldn't have been much better for me (or worse for my opponent).<br />
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Let's take our weekly swing around the NFL for the news we need to set our best starting lineups.<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vBiUPX4fkQk/Wi1mN-TGghI/AAAAAAAAFqA/67FukyQ8yBAea6fYwV5Ww6qD_VTtRgl9QCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vBiUPX4fkQk/Wi1mN-TGghI/AAAAAAAAFqA/67FukyQ8yBAea6fYwV5Ww6qD_VTtRgl9QCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a><b>Matt Stafford</b> is warming up well and will be playing despite his bruised and battered hand. I still don't love his chances for a big game today.<br />
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Tyrod Taylor will take a seat today thanks to a gimpy knee, giving the starting nod back to Nathan Peterman. This could get ugly. It's going to be snowing and blustery in Buffalo today, so conditions won't be great for either passing game. (That's a red flag for T.Y. Hilton, too ...)<br />
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Good news for those of us hoping for big things from Kenyan Drake on MNF: Damien Williams is out again due to his shoulder injury.<br />
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On the other side of the ball, Dion Lewis is still listed as questionable with an illness. Rex Burkhead could come up big on Monday night if Lewis sits. As you know, Gronk is suspended for the week, but Chris Hogan appears to be set for a return. I still like Danny Amendola in this one.<br />
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Adrian Peterson will sit out with his back injury, leaving the starting job in Kerwynn Williams' hands again. Stay away. Stay far away.<br />
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Doug Martin is back and expected to reclaim his starting job, which is a shame for those who were hoping for some help from Peyton Barber. It's hard to trust either player without a full workload.<br />
<br />Ameer Abdullah won't play, so the Lions' backfield workload will again be split between Theo Riddick and Tion Green.<br />
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As expected, Joe Mixon will miss at least this week due to last week's concussion. The Cincinnati running game will go through Gio Bernard today, and he could be a serviceable flex.<br />
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After some pessimism earlier due to a bum hammy, Sterling Shepard warmed up without restrictions and is active for today's tasty matchup with the Cowboys. He and Evan Engram should be very busy men today as Eli Manning returns to his starting gig against a very familiar opponent.<br />
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F2FQ4xIuGtU/Wi1mOJjtWGI/AAAAAAAAFqI/8IOcCVpcYZYhSrYjL-2AGAoygGaN4tRLgCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="146" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-F2FQ4xIuGtU/Wi1mOJjtWGI/AAAAAAAAFqI/8IOcCVpcYZYhSrYjL-2AGAoygGaN4tRLgCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="200" /></a>If you're counting on Derek Carr, there's good news: <b>Amari Cooper </b>is active and will suit up and play today. That said, his arrow was pointing straight down as recently as Thursday, so there's no telling how his ankle will hold up.<br />
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If you're still holding onto Jordan Reed, it's time to press the eject button. He's out today, probably again next week and you won't want to trust him in his first week back if that comes in Week 16. See if there's someone else out there who can help you in a pinch.<br />
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Both Greg Olsen and Devin Funchess will be available for Carolina today, but that may not be enough to help Cam Newton excel against the Vikings.<br />
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That's it for now. Inactives and other late-breaking news coming next via Twitter. Good luck today, Fools!Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-39602653982350902222017-12-08T09:52:00.000-06:002017-12-08T09:53:38.239-06:00Week 14 Starters & Benchwarmers<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
It’s playoff time! Wondering whether or not to start LeSean
McCoy and DeAndre Hopkins, or to bench Jamaal Charles and Michael Floyd? The
network bozos specialize in that kind of advice. If you’re looking for help
with your real starting lineup conundrums, read on. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">Here are my picks to roll, and
get rolled, in Week 14 of the 2017 season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Watch ‘em roll</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Jameis Winston</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">,
QB, Buccaneers vs. Lions. Winston put up respectable numbers last Sunday in his
return from a three-week absence due to a shoulder injury. He’ll look to build
on that performance in a home draw against a Detroit secondary that has coughed
up serious fantasy points to opposing QBs lately. Though Mike Evans could
struggle in his matchup with Darius Slay, Winston’s other receivers should have
a field day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G3fSedIMpZs/Wiq0_rJlvDI/AAAAAAAAFps/7lUzJRf3t70NWgIcuMaQ0W5etIYTOds9gCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="153" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G3fSedIMpZs/Wiq0_rJlvDI/AAAAAAAAFps/7lUzJRf3t70NWgIcuMaQ0W5etIYTOds9gCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;"><i>Kenyan Drake</i></span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, RB,
Dolphins vs. Patriots. Damien Williams may return to the field for this
contest, but Drake has earned more than his fair share of the carries. He
should have little trouble slicing through one of the NFL’s most vulnerable run
defenses. The main worry is that Miami could fall behind early and be forced to
abandon the running game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Samaje Perine</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, RB,
Redskins at Chargers. Perine took a step backwards last weekend after two
consecutive 100-yard outings, but he should bounce back nicely against a
Chargers defense that struggles against the run. Perine has become a workhorse
by default, and he should get plenty of volume to excel as L.A. clamps down on
Washington’s passing game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">T.Y. Hilton</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, WR,
Colts at Bills. Hilton delivered against the NFL’s stingiest secondary last
week, thanks to a nifty, 40-yard TD catch and run. He’ll have a chance to improve
on that performance on his trip to Buffalo, which has surrendered big chunks of
yardage, and plenty of scoring plays, to No. 1 wideouts over the past several
weeks.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Danny Amendola</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">,
WR, Patriots at Dolphins. This game may not be competitive for long, but with
Rob Gronkowski sitting out, Amendola should be a busy man. Even if Chris Hogan
returns, Amendola will keep the chains moving for the Patriots while Brandin
Cooks takes the top off the sieve-like Miami secondary.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">More thumbs up
(excluding the no-brainers):</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"> QBs
Alex Smith, Dak Prescott, Philip Rivers; RBs Jordan Howard, Frank Gore, Dion
Lewis, Alfred Morris, Giovani Bernard, Peyton Barber, Lamar Miller, Carlos Hyde;
WRs DeSean Jackson, Larry Fitzgerald, Dez Bryant, Keenan Allen, Sterling
Shepard, Michael Crabtree, Marquise Goodwin, Davante Adams, Adam Thielen,
Jarvis Landry.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Roll ‘em back<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Jared
Goff</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, QB, Rams vs. Eagles. Goff has struggled against three of the best pass
defenses in the NFL (Seattle, Minnesota and Jacksonville), and he’ll face
another elite unit on Sunday. Robert Woods is likely to miss another week,
adding another red flag to Goff’s prospects. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Leonard
Fournette</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Jaguars vs. Seahawks. The old adage that you
don’t sit your studs in the playoffs may not apply to Fournette, who hasn’t
been very studly of late. His lingering ankle woes appear to be limiting his
burst and Seattle’s stout run defense will surely stack the line to keep the
rookie from controlling this game.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Christian
McCaffrey</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Panthers vs. Vikings. He’s dealing with a
tender shoulder, and he doesn’t get many carries. Where McCaffrey excels is in
the passing game, but Minnesota’s defense is exceptionally tough against
opposing running backs – including the pass-catching types. They’ve only
surrendered one receiving TD to a tailback all season.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sanders</i></span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Broncos vs. Jets. How can you trust a wideout
with seven receptions for a whopping 38 yards total over the last three games?
You can’t, even in a favorable matchup like this. Sanders’ talents are being
squandered by pathetic quarterback play; so while you can always hope for a
breakout, your postseason fate is best placed in another receiver’s hands.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Marvin
Jones</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Lions at Buccaneers. There is legitimate
concern that Matt Stafford’s injured hand could compromise his ability to grip
and accurately throw the football on Sunday. The Bucs have improved their pass
defense recently, so Jones may have trouble keeping up his stellar production.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">More thumbs
down:</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span>QBs Matt
Stafford, Cam Newton, Marcus Mariota, Blake Bortles, Joe Flacco, Josh McCown,
Jay Cutler; RBs Devontae Booker, Danny Woodhead, Doug Martin, Mike Davis,
Orleans Darkwa, Isaiah Crowell, Kerwynn Williams, Ameer Abdullah; WRs Will
Fuller, Jordy Nelson, Doug Baldwin, Kelvin Benjamin, Sammy Watkins, Dontrelle
Inman, Jamison Crowder, Nelson Agholor, Jeremy Maclin, Martavis Bryant,
Jermaine Kearse.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>TAKING A FLIER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Josh Gordon</b>,
WR, Browns vs. Packers. It’s understandable that Gordon only snagged four of
the 11 passes sent his way in his 2017 debut last week against the Chargers.
The once-elite wideout was shaking off the rust, he faced a tough secondary and
his chemistry with rookie QB DeShone Kizer is a work-in-progress. But did you
catch that number 11? As in 11 targets? That’s extremely telling, and with the
Packers’ struggling unit coming to town, Gordon has a great opportunity to
exploit all that attention.</div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T BE THE BONEHEAD
WHO…</b><span style="background: white;">complains about the way your league
allocates postseason berths, seeding and payouts. That’s a discussion for
preseason, not now. If you think your rules are unfair – and if they’re all
about win-loss records and don’t factor in points, you’re right – put a
reminder on your calendar for next August and propose a change prior to next
season’s draft.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-27583560934104023712017-12-05T08:30:00.000-06:002017-12-05T08:30:16.937-06:00Week 13 Heroes & Zeros<div class="MsoNormal">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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Alex Smith, Chiefs – Passed for 366 yards and 4 TDs without
a turnover, and had a 70-yard run to boot.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Josh McCown, Jets – Passed for 331 yards and 1 TD and added
19 rushing yards and 2 more TDs, without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Russell Wilson, Seahawks – Went full-on DangerRuss, passing
for 227 yards and 3 TDs, plus 31 rushing yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Alvin Kamara, Saints – Rushed for 60 yards and 2 TDs and
added 5 receptions for 66<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rex Burkhead, Patriots – Ran for 78 yards and 2 TDs, and
caught 3 passes for 25 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Le’Veon Bell</b>, Steelers – Rushed for 76 yards and tallied 5
receptions for 106 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kenyan Drake, Dolphins – Took advantage of his workhorse
role with 120 rushing yards and a TD, plus 21 receiving yards on 3 balls.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Alex Collins, Ravens – Rumbled for 75 yards and 2 TDs, and
caught 2 passes for 23 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tyreek Hill, Chiefs – Reeled in 6 passes for 185 yards and 2
TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A.J. Green, Bengals – Seemed unstoppable on MNF, catching 7
passes for 77 yards and 2 TDs (and had another long TD called back)<o:p></o:p></div>
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Larry Fitzgerald, Cardinals – Caught 10 passes for 98 yards
and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Keenan Allen, Chargers – He collected 105 yards and a TD on
his 10 receptions.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Nelson Agholor, Eagles – Hauled in 7 passes for 141 yards
and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jermaine Kearse, Jets – In PPR leagues, his 9 receptions for
157 yards were sweet.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">TEs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KjhOEWvkCX4/WiarU0ymqYI/AAAAAAAAFpE/JR-Cu0UXG0kyyWtm1HOLoxZRdriVldAVQCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="153" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-KjhOEWvkCX4/WiarU0ymqYI/AAAAAAAAFpE/JR-Cu0UXG0kyyWtm1HOLoxZRdriVldAVQCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a><b>Travis Kelce</b>, Chiefs – Grabbed 4 passes for 94 yards and 2
TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rob Gronkowski, Patriots – Reeled in 9 passes for 147 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Evan Engram, Giants – Caught 7 passes for 99 yards and 1 TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play against…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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Zach Ertz, Eagles – Caught 2 passes for 24 yards before
leaving injured.<o:p></o:p></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-10242457863295498652017-12-04T14:19:00.000-06:002017-12-04T14:19:03.359-06:00And a rookie shall lead them<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #2b1e2b;">Well,
that was quick.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">The
fantasy regular season is now a wrap – in most leagues – and if you’re reading
this, I’m guessing you are preparing for your postseason run.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">It
seems like just yesterday we were drafting our squads and eagerly anticipating
the season opener. Remember how pumped you were when you got the first pick and
confidently invested it in David Johnson?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Not
long after, back in the “olden days” of September, didn’t it seem inevitable
that Kareem Hunt would be the common denominator in the majority of
championship teams?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Fast
forward a few weeks, and the Hunt owner in one of my leagues didn’t even make
the playoffs. Then again, he was the same guy who selected Johnson first, and
Ezekiel Elliott with his third pick.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Fantasy
football can be a cruel mistress.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Sitting
here today, the player I fear most in an opponent’s playoff lineup is a
different rookie running back. A “backup,” at that.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AGgZHBgMaH0/WiWtpVe70sI/AAAAAAAAFo0/kgRM9auDcOMt2A5CVD-S5yUvZEH4CDn_QCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="117" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-AGgZHBgMaH0/WiWtpVe70sI/AAAAAAAAFo0/kgRM9auDcOMt2A5CVD-S5yUvZEH4CDn_QCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #2b1e2b;"><b>Alvin
Kamara</b> looks positively unstoppable, and he’s making Hunt’s stellar first three
games look routine. Can you imagine what Kamara’s numbers would look like if
the extremely capable Mark Ingram wasn’t competing for touches? (The duo is
also conspiring to turn Drew Brees into a proverbial bus driver.)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Who
else do I hope to avoid in my quest for fantasy glory?<br />
<br />
Russell Wilson, who’s hitting his stride at just the right (or wrong) time,
depending on your perspective.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Keenan
Allen, who has caught 33 of the 41 passes Philip Rivers has flung his way over
the last three games.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">A
healthy Antonio Brown … because he’s still an unstoppable force.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">And Rob
Gronkowski, because he’s a freak of nature.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Of
course, nothing beats a well-rounded team from top to bottom. And a dash of
good luck!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>WAIVER WIRE PICKS AND PANS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To win a fantasy championship, it’s best to start with a
great draft. But filling gaps in your roster with the occasional waiver-wire
acquisition can also pay big dividends. Here's a look at players worth considering,
and a couple who would look better in someone else's lineup.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Catch ‘em while you
can<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Aaron Rodgers</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
QB, Packers. The future Hall of Famer has resumed throwing and is progressing
toward a probable return to the field in Week 15. He’s available in nearly half
of all leagues and should be added for those hoping to progress into the
postseason. I don’t have to explain why, right?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FO620jbNIUI/WiWtcN-MESI/AAAAAAAAFok/xyNbvEcCq0ga3DqUyaVpYOYC4nWZcHM_QCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="102" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FO620jbNIUI/WiWtcN-MESI/AAAAAAAAFok/xyNbvEcCq0ga3DqUyaVpYOYC4nWZcHM_QCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Peyton Barber</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Buccaneers. Last week I advised you to steer away from “hot waiver-wire
prospect” Jacquizz Rodgers, mostly because he had failed to shine in previous
opportunities and was destined to share carries. Little did I know that Barber
would step so boldly to the plate. The second-year back finished with 27
touches (vs. 3 for Rodgers and 5 for Charles Sims). He was the Bucs’ leading
rusher and receiver and he put to rest the notion that he’s little more than a
goal-line vulture. Doug Martin could return in Week 14, but Barber has staked
his claim to a continuing role in this offense. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Chris Ivory</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Jaguars. Leonard Fournette limped off the field late in Sunday’s game, though
he returned to the field and finished strong. Still, the scene should serve as
a reminder of how important it is to handcuff your studs. Ivory is Fournette’s primary
insurance policy, leaving him just a play away from becoming a very important
addition to your postseason roster. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Don’t be fooled<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<br /></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hG8caloPMbU/WiWtb16N13I/AAAAAAAAFoc/eg4pWQZgs6gFr1OZlSHfm0GR3bxHp8_dwCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-hG8caloPMbU/WiWtb16N13I/AAAAAAAAFoc/eg4pWQZgs6gFr1OZlSHfm0GR3bxHp8_dwCK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-2.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Jimmy Garoppolo</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, QB, 49ers. Let’s tap the brakes a bit before we anoint Garoppolo the
second coming of Tom Brady. Sure, he was impressive in his starting debut with
the 49ers. He showed poise, touch, accuracy and even the “it” factor. The
interception wasn’t his fault, but he’s going to have to start leading drives
that end in TDs, not field goals, before he’s ready for the fantasy stage.
Maybe next year, Jimmy G.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Mike Davis</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Seahawks. Has Seattle finally settled on a workhorse running back? Davis
got his turn in the primetime spotlight and didn’t disappoint. Of course, the
best runner on the team is still the quarterback. And I continue to believe
that J.D. McKissic is the team’s most talented tailback. Count me skeptical of
Davis’ value down the stretch.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-54684049752302178172017-12-03T10:46:00.000-06:002017-12-03T10:46:14.857-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 13Good morning, Fools. It's another beautiful day in Fantasyland as most of us look to wrap up our regular seasons and seal the highest possible seeding in the playoffs. Hopefully you, too, are preparing for a postseason berth. If not ... well ... there's always next year!<br />
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Let's take our weekly spin around the NFL for the news we can use to set our best starting lineups today:<br />
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Jameis Winston will be back under center today in a favorable matchup with the Packers. I like his WRs' chances, but not sure I'd trust him as my starter. He wasn't exactly killing it prior to his shoulder injury.<br />
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Who is Derek Carr going to throw to today, with both Amari Cooper (concussion, ankle) and Michael Crabtree (gold chain, suspended) out? How about perennial underachiever Cordarrelle Patterson and occasional producer Seth Roberts. If you HAVE to start one of them, Roberts is the safer choice. I'm sitting Carr, for sure.<br />
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It's not shocking that the Eli Manning Era is apparently over in New York. What's shocking is that he's losing his starting gig to Geno Smith. Methinks the Giants are going to get a stark reminder why Smith washed out in his previous attempts to start in this league. Normally, I'd be encouraging you to start Sterling Shepard (who is returning today from his bout with migraines), but how can we be confident with Smith under center? Evan Engram is going through a rough patch of his own, so it's hard to trust him today, either. <br />
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<b>Kenyan Drake</b> will carry the bulk of the rushing workload today as backfield mate Damien Williams nurses a shoulder injury. Denver's defense is very generous to opposing rushers, so Drake is worth starting consideration depending on your other options. I grabbed Drake earlier this week when Williams' injury was announced, and just wish I hadn't already played Samaje Perine on Thursday in my flex slot. In hindsight, Drake would've looked better there.<br />
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There's a good chance Adrian Peterson will miss today's bout with the Rams. That would cede the starting job to Kerwynn Williams, who has done little to suggest he can be a viable fantasy producer. D.J. Foster will likely see plenty of carries as well. But I would avoid both backs.<br />
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Counting on Leonard Fournette today? You're in luck. His ankle appears to be fine and he should run rampant on the Colts.<br />
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Without Doug Martin in the Bucs' backfield, look for Jacquizz Rodgers as the starter. But Peyton Barber could once again poach the goal-line carries and Charles Sims will retain his passing-down role. Avoid all Bucs RBs today (and probably for the duration).<br />
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Looks like Ameer Abdullah will sit out today with a neck injury (as will Dwayne Washington), leaving the backfield in Theo Riddick's hands. In PPR leagues, Riddick is a viable starting option against the Ravens.<br />
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Sources say Jamaal Williams will handle the bulk of the rushing workload against the Bucs, even though Aaron Jones is expected to return from his knee injury.<br />
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Once again, Kelvin Benjamin will not be suiting up today. That trade sure hasn't panned out liked the Bills had hoped.<br />
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Rishard Matthews will be a game-time decision. It would be a shame for him to miss this prime matchup against the Texans.<br />
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JuJu Smith-Schuster should be back for MNF, and while I like his chances to continue building on his impressive rookie resume, he'll face a tough matchup in Cincinnati. He carries risk in your lineup.<br />
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More concerning is Antonio Brown's status. He is questionable due to a toe injury and may come down to a game-time decision, but I would reserve a spot in my lineup for him regardless.<br />
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Though Jimmy Graham is questionable for the Sunday nighter, his arrow is pointing up and he appears to be very likely to play. You can feel secure leaving him in your starting lineup today.<br />
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On the other hand, Greg Olsen is not expected to play due to his recurring foot injury.<br />
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That's it for now. I'll be tweeting inactives and answering questions via Twitter next. Good luck today, Fools. Go lock up that top seed!Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-72627880445764641252017-12-01T11:24:00.005-06:002017-12-01T11:24:59.149-06:00Week 13 Starters & Benchwarmers<div class="MsoNormal" style="mso-layout-grid-align: none; mso-pagination: none; text-autospace: none;">
Wondering whether or not to start Tom Brady and DeAndre
Hopkins, or to bench Mitchell Trubisky and Kenny Britt? The network bozos
specialize in that kind of advice. If you’re looking for help with your real
starting lineup conundrums, read on. <o:p></o:p></div>
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<span style="color: #201620;">Here are my picks to roll, and
get rolled, in Week 13 of the 2017 season. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Watch ‘em roll</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Philip Rivers</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, QB,
Chargers vs. Browns. Rivers is coming off one of the most prolific games of his
career, but I’m not expecting a repeat performance. That said, I would ride his
hot hand in a home game against a Cleveland secondary that struggles against
slot receivers and tight ends. Rivers’ go-to receivers, Keenan Allen and Hunter
Henry, are set to soar.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Jordan Howard</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, RB,
Bears vs. 49ers. Chicago’s workhorse is coming off his second pathetic game of
the season, but don’t let that discourage you. This offense still runs through
Howard, and he’s primed to exploit one of the NFL’s rushing doormats. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Isaiah Crowell</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">,
RB, Browns at Chargers. No team has coughed up more rushing yards to its
opponents than the Chargers. While he shares the backfield duties with
pass-catching specialist Duke Johnson, Crowell gets enough touches to excel in
positive matchups. Like this one.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Jaguars vs. Colts. Blake Bortles has been stinking it up over the past three
games, but he’ll face a generous Indy secondary that he handled well in Week 7.
Lee is looking for redemption after a stinker of his own, and he should be
targeted early and often in this very favorable matchup.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">DeSean Jackson</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">,
WR, Buccaneers at Packers. D-Jax gets two pieces of good news this week: Jameis
Winston is expected to return from his shoulder injury and they will be facing
a Green Bay secondary that has been torched repeatedly of late. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">More thumbs up
(excluding the no-brainers):</span></i></b><span style="color: #201620;"> QBs Carson
Wentz, Drew Brees, Jared Goff; RBs Marshawn Lynch, Leonard Fournette, Alex
Collins, Latavius Murray, Alvin Kamara, Kenyan Drake, Kareem Hunt, Christian
McCaffrey, Dion Lewis; WRs Davante Adams, Emmanuel Sanders, Tyreek Hill, Alshon
Jeffery, Adam Thielen, Robby Anderson, Larry Fitzgerald, Cooper Kupp, Marvin
Jones.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #201620;">Roll ‘em back<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Matt
Ryan</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, QB, Falcons vs. Vikings. Minnesota’s pass defense has surrendered
just 12 passing TDs all season and Ryan has yet to notch more than two TDs in a
game to date. While you can’t bench Julio Jones, even when he’s matched up against
shutdown corner Xavier Rhodes, you can (and should) sit Ryan.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Ajayi</i></span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Eagles at Seahawks. Not only is he sharing
carries with both LeGarrette Blount and, to a lesser extent, touchdown poacher
Corey Clement, but Ajayi will be squaring off with Seattle’s dominant run
defense. He won’t see enough volume to make up for the short gains he is likely
to experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>DeMarco Murray</b>, RB, Titans vs. Texans. If not for his one-yard TD plunge
last week, Murray would have been a bust for the second consecutive game.
Derrick Henry has been outperforming the starter during that stretch, and with
a tough matchup up next, Murray’s arrow is pointing down yet again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Hilton</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Colts at Jaguars. The last time these teams
met, Hilton was limited to two receptions for 27 yards. Since then, the Jaguars
have cemented their status as the league’s most fearsome pass defense. Jacoby
Brissett will be under siege all game, leaving Hilton to run around aimlessly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Baldwin</span></b><span style="color: #201620; mso-bidi-font-style: italic; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, WR, Seahawks vs. Eagles. Baldwin was inexplicably
targeted just three times last week, and another quiet outing could be looming
on Sunday night. Philly CB Patrick Robinson will be shadowing him all game, and
the Eagles’ defensive line should overpower Seattle’s struggling offensive
counterparts. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">More thumbs
down:</span></i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> </span>QBs Derek Carr,
Andy Dalton, Jacoby Brissett, Jay Cutler, Case Keenum, Joe Flacco, Jimmy
Garoppolo; RBs C.J. Anderson, Jonathan Stewart, Jacquizz Rodgers, Mike Davis,
Eddie Lacy, Tevin Coleman, LeGarrette Blount, Frank Gore, Ameer Abdullah, Matt
Forte; WRs Donte Moncrief, Corey Coleman, Nelson Agholor, Kenny Stills,
Mohammed Sanu, Jordan Matthews, Jeremy Maclin, Martavis Bryant, Travis Benjamin.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>TAKING A FLIER<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #201620;">Corey Davis</span></b><span style="color: #201620;">, WR,
Titans vs. Texans. Arguably the most electric receiver in the 2017 draft, Davis
is still looking for his breakout game after missing a big chunk of the season
with a bum hammy. His moment in the spotlight could come Sunday, with Rishard
Matthews likely sidelined again and Houston’s soft secondary on tap.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DON’T BE THE BONEHEAD
WHO…</b>starts Josh Gordon in his first game action in three years. Everything
is working against him in this contest, not least of which is the stifling
Chargers pass defense. I understand the desire to plug in an “elite” receiver
in Week 13, but Gordon hasn’t fit that description since 2013. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-65888962043472146502017-11-28T10:59:00.000-06:002017-11-28T11:01:44.719-06:00Week 12 Heroes & Zeros <div class="MsoNormal">
<b style="font-size: 12pt;"><i>This was a great week to play…</i></b></div>
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<b>Philip Rivers</b>, Chargers – Passed for 434 yards and 3 TDs,
without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Case Keenum, Vikings – Kept stranglehold on starting gig
with 282 passing yards, 20 rushing yards and 3 total TDs, without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tom Brady, Patriots – Passed for 4 TDs and 227 yards, though
he had an INT and a fumble.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Josh McCown, Jets – Notched 3 TDs while passing for 307
yards, and ran for 28 yards, though he lost a fumble.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Ben Roethlisberger, Steelers – Passed for 351 yards and 4
TDs, and ran for 25 yards, but also threw 2 picks.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Carson Wentz, Eagles – Passed for 227 yards and 3 TDs and
ran for 29 more yards, without a turnover.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Brett Hundley, Packers – Performed admirably in a tough matchup,
passing for 245 yards and 3 TDs without a blemish.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Alvin Kamara, Saints – Scored while rushing for 87 and again
while catching 6 passes for 101 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jamaal Williams, Packers – Rushed for 66 yards and a TD and
caught 4 passes for 69 yards and a 2<sup>nd</sup> TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Le’Veon Bell, Steelers – Ran for 95 yards and caught a dozen
balls for 88 more, though he lost a fumble.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Rex Burkhead, Patriots – Ran for 50 yards and a TD, and
caught a 2-yard scoring pass.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Tevin Coleman, Falcons – Scored 2 TDs while rushing for 97
yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Joe Mixon, Bengals – Had his best day as a pro, running for
114 yards and a TD and catching 3 passes for 51 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">WRs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Julio Jones, Falcons – Carried his patient, but grateful,
owners to victory with a 12-catch, 253-yard, 2-TD performance, plus a 15-yard
run for good measure.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Antonio Brown, Steelers – Did what he does, catching 10
passes for 169 yards and 2 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Robby Anderson, Jets – Racked up 6 receptions for 146 yards
and 2 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Marvin Jones, Lions – Caught 6 passes for 109 yards and 2
TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b>Keenan Allen</b>, Chargers – Collected 11 passes for 172 yards
and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jamison Crowder, Redskins – Finally soared with 7 receptions
for 141 yards and a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bid7EzqRZ8/Wh2VA2d2iHI/AAAAAAAAFnE/zAGQoel8z_YI6I_xhuvW8p1uS72sMe9BACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5bid7EzqRZ8/Wh2VA2d2iHI/AAAAAAAAFnE/zAGQoel8z_YI6I_xhuvW8p1uS72sMe9BACK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="165" /></a><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">TEs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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<b>Rob Gronkowski</b>, Patriots – Caught 5 passes for 82 yards and
2 TDs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kyle Rudolph, Vikings – Scored twice on 4 catches for 63
yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Zach Ertz, Eagles – Pulled down 10 passes for 103 yards and
a TD.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">D/STs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Chargers – Amassed 2 sacks, 2 INTs and a TD on an INT return
while holding Dallas to 6 points.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Panthers – Collected 3 sacks, a fumble and 2 TDs – on a punt
return and fumble return.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">This was a great week to play against…<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">QBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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Dak Prescott, Cowboys – Had another downer with 179 passing
yards, 0 TDs and 2 INTs.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Eli Manning, Giants – Continues to suck, with just 113
passing yards, no TDs and an INT.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Joe Flacco, Ravens – Led his team to a MNF win, but not his
fantasy owners, with just 141 passing and 42 rushing yards and no TDs (or
turnovers).<o:p></o:p></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">RBs<o:p></o:p></i></div>
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C.J. Anderson, Broncos – Rushed for a measly 12 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jordan Howard, Bears – Totaled 19 yards on the day.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Devontae Booker, Broncos – Ran for 11 yards and caught 2
passes for 22 yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Kareem Hunt, Chiefs – Continued his disappearing act with
just 17 rushing and 9 receiving yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Jay Ajayi, Eagles – Settled for 26 rushing and 7 receiving
yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Doug Martin, Buccaneers – Ran for 33 yards before leaving
with a concussion.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Bilal Powell, Jets – Only 34 rushing and 12 receiving yards.<o:p></o:p></div>
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Greg Olsen, Panthers – Caught a 10 yarder before re-injuring
his foot.<o:p></o:p></div>
Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-76319149198278902292017-11-27T09:57:00.004-06:002017-12-18T13:09:05.159-06:00I could’ve beaten you with my bench!<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Yet we
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source of our self-declared brilliance the next.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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When those wasted bench points
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like you’re a Chicago receiver: constantly running yet empty-handed.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osvunHkHERM/Whw1zBMcXII/AAAAAAAAFmg/9VW22-NfiXMTlSx1b9Ce58qFpvz-KpRbACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="149" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-osvunHkHERM/Whw1zBMcXII/AAAAAAAAFmg/9VW22-NfiXMTlSx1b9Ce58qFpvz-KpRbACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres.jpg" width="200" /></a><span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Yes, I
had <b>Joe Mixon</b> on my bench.
Why wouldn’t I? He was coming off a lousy Week 11 outing, the Bengals’ running
game is almost historically bad and he was facing a stingy Browns run defense.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">I sat
Davante Adams as well, because he was facing the Steelers’ secondary and surely
Brett Hundley was going to melt under the Sunday night lights. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">I
picked the wrong week to start Cam Newton. Again.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">I left
Marshawn Lynch’s best game of the season on my bench. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Heck, I
gave up on Jamison Crowder weeks ago. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">I don’t
own Robby Anderson, but I probably would have joined the three-quarters of his
owners who sat him on Sunday. Ditto for Philip Rivers.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Four
out of five Jamaal Williams owners are kicking themselves today.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Over
the course of this season, I’ve left anywhere from zero to 67 excess points on
my bench on any given weekend. That “perfect” weekend reminded me why I am a
certified fantasy guru. Would you like to see my awards?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">And the
bad weeks? Well, I did name my blog “Fantasy Fools.” I feel like that should be
warning enough.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">I’d
love to blame ill-timed injuries for my unforced errors. But more often than
not, it’s the unexpected Philip Rivers moments, combined with no-show
performances by my regular starters.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #2b1e2b;">Yeah,
it was <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">that</i> kind of weekend.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>WAIVER WIRE PICKS AND PANS<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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To win a fantasy championship, it’s best to start with a
great draft. But filling gaps in your roster with the occasional waiver-wire
acquisition can also pay big dividends. Here's a look at players worth
considering, and others who would look better in someone else's lineup.<b><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Catch ‘em while you
can<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<b>Rex Burkhead</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
RB, Patriots. PPR leaguers have already taken note of Burkhead, thanks to his
relatively steady role in the Patriots’ passing game. But Sunday’s outburst
against the Dolphins showcased his running skills as well, and marked his second
double-digit-carry workload over the last three weeks. Of course, investing in
New England’s RB corps can be like volunteering for a root canal, so be
prepared to be left with nothing but pain in any given week.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NXPnV3qnPk4/Whw1y-HKwsI/AAAAAAAAFmY/6iG1_ne95v8yp7YG6w-hwp7gT-1JILg0ACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="133" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-NXPnV3qnPk4/Whw1y-HKwsI/AAAAAAAAFmY/6iG1_ne95v8yp7YG6w-hwp7gT-1JILg0ACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-1.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Josh Doctson</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
WR, Redskins. The rookie is exactly the kind of player to be stashing for a
deep playoff run. He’s not quite ready for fantasy primetime, but he appears to
be on the verge of a breakout. Kirk Cousins needs a more reliable wideout
option, and while Crowder stole the show on Thanksgiving, Doctson could bring
more glad tidings in December.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Don’t be fooled<o:p></o:p></i></b></div>
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<a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EUejESB_oi8/Whw1yRg9lDI/AAAAAAAAFmQ/AmRS19c0CHE5UjAOxEvS2h_1N49jkyNqACK4BGAYYCw/s1600/imgres-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="158" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EUejESB_oi8/Whw1yRg9lDI/AAAAAAAAFmQ/AmRS19c0CHE5UjAOxEvS2h_1N49jkyNqACK4BGAYYCw/s200/imgres-2.jpg" width="200" /></a><b><i>Jacquizz Rodgers</i></b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, RB, Buccaneers. Doug Martin had already worked his way onto most of his
owners’ benches due to his poor play, and now a concussion could sideline him
for a week or more. That would place Tampa Bay’s backfield back in Rodgers’
hands. He was just so-so early this season when Martin was suspended, and
Rodgers’ ceiling will be limited further if Peyton Barber continues his
goal-line vulturing act.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b>Josh Gordon</b><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">,
WR, Browns. He’s eligible for activation in Week 13, but having not played
since 2014 and with a rookie QB at the controls, Gordon is simply not worth the
risk. He once was spectacular, but he squandered his gifts. Perhaps next year,
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Ladd Birohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06251550910304440916noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2659560633217621522.post-58724151665532140152017-11-26T11:15:00.003-06:002017-11-26T11:15:49.656-06:00Sunday morning observations -- Week 12Good morning, Fools. I'm running a little behind today as I was getting two of my kids back off to college after the Thanksgiving break. Sniff...<br />
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Let's see what's up around the NFL as we set our starting lineups for today's matchups.<br />
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Jay Cutler will not suit up today as he continues to recover from a concussion, which is good news for those hoping for big things from Kenny Stills. Matt Moore was awful in his last start, but he's been a boon for Stills when he's come in off the bench. The Pats' secondary can be exploited, but they can also show up and shut down opposing offenses. Like Miami's. I'm not optimistic about any Dolphin not named Jarvis Landry.<br />
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<a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WYbDB3ADHlE/Whr1ZrID6RI/AAAAAAAAFl0/coYn_vZaoj4fXTBieoaFIZFY2h9xs46AwCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="166" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WYbDB3ADHlE/Whr1ZrID6RI/AAAAAAAAFl0/coYn_vZaoj4fXTBieoaFIZFY2h9xs46AwCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download.jpg" width="200" /></a>In that same game, I like <b>Danny Amendola </b>(who is active) to join Cooks and Gronk in a big game. Marty B and Chris Hogan will sit this one out, however.<br />
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Banking on a rebound game from Jared Goff today? There's reason to be optimistic, as two of the Saints' best corners (Marshon Lattimore and Ken Crawley) are inactive. On the negative side, Robert Woods is out. Goff has a good opportunity to shine at home in a not-so-tough matchup with the depleted New Orleans secondary.<br />
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Get Tevin Coleman in your starting backfield, as Devonta Freeman will miss another game as he recovers from his concussion.<br />
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Matt Forte is active, meaning Bilal Powell's chances are even slimmer in a bad matchup with Carolina.<br />
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PRi4FjRZyPs/Whr1ZyWnYCI/AAAAAAAAFl8/uA1Qm2Fis78jaxCn8XRyQy0G3ChpyfFwwCK4BGAYYCw/s1600/download-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="120" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PRi4FjRZyPs/Whr1ZyWnYCI/AAAAAAAAFl8/uA1Qm2Fis78jaxCn8XRyQy0G3ChpyfFwwCK4BGAYYCw/s200/download-1.jpg" width="200" /></a>Apparently I'm the only one who thinks <b>J.D. McKissic</b> has the potential to be a breakout RB. I love the violent way he runs (similar to Beast Mode back in his prime) and as a converted WR, he is a big contributor in the passing game. Don't be surprised if he takes on a big workload today against the 49ers and stakes his claim to the starting job going forward. If you have the flexibility, grab him now as he could be a highly coveted waiver wire pickup this week.<br />
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In somewhat of a surprise, Rishard Matthews is inactive for the Titans. Could be a busy day for rookie Corey Davis.<br />
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Kelvin Benjamin didn't travel with the Bills, but Jordan Matthews and Charles Clay will play (with Tyrod Taylor back as the starting QB).<br />
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Will Fuller has already been ruled out for MNF, so Bruce Ellington will be the No. 2 WR to DeAndre Hopkins. Not that I recommend starting Ellington for any but the most desperate of owners.<br />
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It's not official yet, but Emmanuel Sanders is expected to play later this afternoon. That said, I'm very concerned about his QB situation, even in a favorable matchup.<br />
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John Brown is out, but Fitz is the only startable WR for the Cards today.<br />
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Those waiting on Jordan Reed to return must wait a little longer. And there's no guarantee he'll be back next week, either.<br />
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Greg Olsen, on the other hand, is back and is expected to get about half his normal snaps against the Jets. That should be enough to produce better than most other TEs.<br />
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Jimmy Graham's arrow is also pointing up, so count on him being active and exploiting the 49ers defense this afternoon.<br />
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That's it for today. I'll be tweeting the inactives next. Good luck today, Fools!<br />
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