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We were once again teased by an undefeated team, pulling at our heart strings, and allowing us to believe that perfection could be ended. God makes it clear in the Bible, that no man should (or will) know the end of the world, and so to, will no man know the ending of the Colts or Saints winning streak. This writer has been betting against both teams nearly ...
We're getting down to the nitty gritty. Most leagues have two or less regular season games left, while many leagues start their playoffs this week. That means you need to scour the waiver wire for a gem or two if your current roster isn't boosting your confidence heading into Week 14. Stay updated with NFL Soups' Breaking News, and then hit our other top fantasy pieces to get all ...
NFL Week 14 Preview: Battle For NFC East Supremacy
Posted: 8th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
We were once again thwarted by the Colts, as they took care of business against Tennessee. Ironically enough, the Saints were the team who struggled, and against a previously 3-8 Washington Redskins team, no less. The story of last week, while undoubtedly partially going to the Saints' comeback, goes to the Arizona Cardinals and their dismantling of the Minnesota Vikings. The only question is, was this just a ...
NFL Week 14 Preview: Battle For NFC East Supremacy
Posted: 8th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
We were once again thwarted by the Colts, as they took care of business against Tennessee. Ironically enough, the Saints were the team who struggled, and against a previously 3-8 Washington Redskins team, no less. The story of last week, while undoubtedly partially going to the Saints' comeback, goes to the Arizona Cardinals and their dismantling of the Minnesota Vikings. The only question is, was this just a ...
NFL Fantasy Week 14 Start and Sit: Believe In Ryan Fitzpatrick
Posted: 8th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
We've had two straight average-to-unsatisfactory weeks of our Start/Sit column, and based on our track record of solid calls and usual winning record in most weeks, quite frankly, we're just getting annoyed. But the playoffs are quickly approaching, and now is not the time to feel sorry, give up, or cry. Read on for our picks that will help you make the final push. Here are the five ...
NFL Fantasy Week 14 Start and Sit: Believe In Ryan Fitzpatrick
Posted: 8th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
We've had two straight average-to-unsatisfactory weeks of our Start/Sit column, and based on our track record of solid calls and usual winning record in most weeks, quite frankly, we're just getting annoyed. But the playoffs are quickly approaching, and now is not the time to feel sorry, give up, or cry. Read on for our picks that will help you make the final push. Here are the five ...
NFL Power Rankings Week 14: Colts Cruise Back To the Top
Posted: 8th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
While the Saints comeback and win over the Washington Redskins in overtime normally would be the story of the week in the NFL, it holds no water compared to the suddenly very interesting division races in the AFC and NFC East.The Giants got past the Cowboys, and Tony Romo had a fantastic day of 392 yards and three touchdowns to pull within one game for the division, putting them ...
Contrary to Popular Belief, This Isn’t the Beginning of the End for Brett Favre
Posted: 7th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
He's a wonder through the first 11 games, and a disaster through the final five. God help your team if you actually make it to the playoffs with this guy. Because from there, well, dear God.
This guy, being the legendary Brett Favre . This late-season slide, simply being yet another way for Favre-haters to unite and chuckle over coincidental stats, ignoring Favre's decaying supporting cast, or his own injuries ...
Green Bay Packers-Baltimore Ravens: Monday Night Fantasy Start/Sit
Posted: 7th December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
It's Week 13 . This is a huge Monday night show-down between two respectable teams, both out to prove that they're for real, and both equally talented.
And from a fantasy perspective, there's quite a few "obvious" notes that you should have jotted down about 13 weeks ago. But in case you forgot, or stopped caring, take a quick refresher course, then read on for a breakdown of all the guys ...
E.J. Henderson Out For Season
The Minnesota Vikings take a huge blow to their defensive unit, losing star middle linebacker E.J. Henderson after he took a crushing hit to the knee from a teammate.
Henderson reportedly fractured his femur on a long Tim Hightower run late in the game, after colliding with a teammate.
Rookie fifth rounder Jasper Brinkley is expected to step-in and take his place. The loss of Henderson could severely ...