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Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pick-Ups Week 13

Posted: 2nd December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
Believe it or not, whether you're 12-0 or 5-7 at this point in the season, searching for and finding gems on the waiver wire never gets old. At least it shouldn't, not if you're as dedicated to fantasy football success as we are.The names won't blow you away, but there are at least a couple of guys at each position that can help you out in some manner, and all ...

Week 13 Free NFL Picks: The Colts Will Fall

Posted: 1st December 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
We had a successful run in Week 12, despite missing on two huge upset picks. We went for the gold by picking both the Indianapolis Colts and New Orleans Saints to drop their first games of the season, but instead watched in horror as they both reached the 11-0 plateau. While we couldn't help you out with those two picks, we did manage to go 10-4 the rest of ...
Like the band U2 , we still haven't found what we're looking for . The New England Patriots proved to be no match for the New Orleans Saints, who have now been crowned as the best team in the league atop our NFL Power Rankings. Meanwhile, the Indianapolis Colts kept pace and reached 11-0. We highly doubt the Saints trip up against the Washington Redskins this week, removing them ...

NFL Quick Hits (Nov. 30th): Fred Jackson, The New Starter In Buffalo?

Posted: 30th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
Matt Ryan "Day to Day" With Sprained Toe Ryan sprained his toe early in Atlanta's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and ended up missing the rest of the game. Back-up Chris Redman stepped in and threw two touchdown passes, including the game-winner as the Falcons came back and beat the Bucs. Ryan is considered "day-to-day", and should be closely monitored if you are depending on him for Week 13. DeAngelo Williams Sprains ...

Monday Night Football Fantasy Value: Decision-Maker

Posted: 30th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
You've waited all week long to see the "game of the week" pitting the undefeated New Orleans Saints (10-0) against the New England Patriots, and now it's finally here . While I'm sure the NFL world is collectively holding it's breath as it waits to see if the Patriots are a serious match for the Saints (as many do believe), we also can't help but think of the fantasy implications this ...

Fantasy Football Update: Ben Roethlisberger Out For Week 12, and More

Posted: 28th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
Due to headaches stemming from his concussion he received in Week 11, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger will not compete in Week 12 's matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. FOX's Jay Glazer has reported, via Twitter, that Roethlisberger will miss this week's action due to exercise-induced headaches, which has prompted the coaching staff to give him an extra week for recovery. Given the effects concussions have had on other stars such ...

Fantasy Football Week 12 Player Breakdowns

Posted: 28th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
If you haven't had the chance, be sure to check out this week's Start/Sit column, as well as our player rankings. For quick matchup analysis, read on for Week 12 's player breakdowns: Miami Dolphins @ Buffalo Bills QB Chad Henne: Has looked good, but Miami will run all day. ** RB Ricky Williams: Should see another big load, and Bills run defense is lousy. ***** ...

Week 12 Fantasy Football Versus: Coin Flip

Posted: 28th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
Even with all the Start/Sit and Waiver Wire advice in the world, sometimes fantasy owners are left to be frantic, panicking over their decisions going into Sunday's games . In Fantasy Coin Flip, we take a look at three different positions and a possible matchup between two players of solid value that could be fighting it out for a spot in your team's line-up this week. Read on for ...

Fantasy Football Week 12 Wide Receiver Rankings

Posted: 27th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
For the top five this week , we're giving Reggie Wayne the nod over Larry Fitzgerald. The Titans defense has been improving, especially their secondary, while Wayne is facing a very beatable Houston pass defense. The remaining top 10 choices this week are all excellent WR2's, and most could fit in your line-up as a WR1. For the rest of this week's rankings , followed by some notes, read ...

Fantasy Football Week 12 Tight End Rankings

Posted: 27th November 2009 by kevin roberts in NFL
After we saw some real dud performances out of the tight end position over Thanksgiving, there's still some hope with a solid crop left for Sunday and Monday. Read on to see where the top options rank , followed by some quick notes : 1. Dallas Clark @ HOU 2. Antonio Gates vs. KC 3. Tony Gonzalez vs. TB 4. Vernon Davis vs. JAC 5. Kellen Winslow @ ATL 6. ...