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Fourth and One Debate: Buy Low Candidate of the Second Half

Posted: 28th October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
Smitty of www.fantasyfootballxtreme.com was responsible for this weekÆsáFourth & 1 Roundtable Debate topic.áClick here to see the full article . á This WeekÆs Topic Who is your biggest ôbuy-lowö candidate heading into Weeks 8-16? á My Response There are several attractive ôbuy lowö candidates out there. LT is coming on.á CarolinaÆs Steve Smith finally had a good game.á Greg Jennings and Santonio Holmes arenÆt getting in the end zone. The ...

2009-10 Preseason NBA Lester Awards

Posted: 26th October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NBA
á With the season tipping off tomorrow, letÆs talk preseason NBA Awards.. MVP : LeBron James Back-to-back MVPs for Bron Bron. Rookie of the Year: Blake Griffin His work ethic along with that talent will ensure heÆs no Michael Beasley. Most Improved : Anthony Randolph If he can stay healthy, he could make a huge leap this year. Comeback Player of the Year : Gilbert Arenas IÆm not convinced heÆll last ...

NFL Bye Week Alternatives: Week 8

Posted: 26th October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
Week 8 Byes: Cincinnati, Kansas City, New England, Pittsburgh, Tampa Bay, Washington á Quarterbacks Tom Brady, Big Ben, and Carson Palmer are high-end starters that will need to be replaced.á Matt Cassel and Jason Campbell have had their moments, but shouldnÆt give you too many fits replacing them. High-end Alternatives: Brett FavreùFavre Bowl Part II.á In Lambeau. Solid Alternatives: Kyle OrtonùThe neckbeard comes out of his bye against a Baltimore ...

Get ’em or Don’t Sweat ’em Week Seven

Posted: 26th October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
á There were some unusual heroes on Sunday.á There always are.á LetÆs take a look at them and see if they are worthy of your fantasy rosters. Alex Smith, QB, San Francisco 49ers If you are in a two QB league and Smith is named the starter, heÆs worth picking up.á Otherwise, pay him no mind for now. Ruling:á DonÆt Sweat æem. Ryan Fitzpatrick, QB, Buffalo Bills Fitzpatrick was under Center for the BillsÆ second ...

Fantasy Football Injury Updates: Anquan Boldin & More

Posted: 23rd October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
á Anquan Boldináreturned to practice today, which dramatically improves his chances of playing on Sunday. Nonetheless, I suggest you keep in on your fantasy bench if possibleùdue to his late starting time. He could aggravate his ankle in warmups, leaving you high and dry. Even if he does go, the Cardinals face the Giants tough pass defense. BoldinÆs teammatesáSteve Breastoná(knee) andáBeanie Wellsá(hip) were limited in practice today. They both should play as ...

NFL Week Seven Fantasy Fill-Ins

Posted: 23rd October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
á IÆve uncovered some guys you can plug in if you are dealing with an injury or tough matchups. Matt Cassel, QB, Kansas City Chiefsá - Cassel is averaging 18.6 fantasy points in his three home games for the Chiefs, and just 11.65 points on the road.á He takes on San Diego at home this week, which means heÆll likely have to throw a lot as the Chargers will score in bunches. ...

2009 Fantasy Basketball Sleepers

Posted: 22nd October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NBA
Here are some fantasy basketball players who could make a big impact this year. á Lou Williams, PG, Philadelphia 76ersá Now that Andre Miller has moved on to Portland, Williams steps in as the starting point guard.á He has shown an ability to score, and it could take some time for him to feel comfortable at the point.á However, he makes a nice value pick at the end of fantasy drafts.á Williams has ...

Fantasy Football Fourth & 1 Debate: Second-Half Stashers

Posted: 22nd October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
Time for another Fourth & 1 Roundtable Debate. Bryce McRae ofáKFFL.com ácame up with this weekÆs topic.Click here to see the full article . This WeekÆs Topic á Which two players are you stashing for the second half? Why? á My Response The two players that I am stashing away for the second half are Chris ôBeanieö Wells andáMichael Crabtree. Both have had tumultuous starts to their promising NFL careers, but I feel that once they ...

Fantasy Football out on a Limb 2009, Volume Seven

Posted: 22nd October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
Time for another edition of Fantasy Football out on a Limb. I scour the rosters to select a player who I feel will outperform a higher profile player in that given week. I base my decisions on matchups, how the players are trending, and the ever-important hunch. To mix things up IÆll occasionally do some two on one matchups or even pit RB or WR duos against each other. Sometimes IÆll ...

Anquan Boldin: Game-Time Decision

Posted: 21st October 2009 by Ryan Lester in NFL
If youÆre anáAnquan Boldin owner, IÆm sure you were preparing to hear the phrase Game-Time Decision regarding BoldinÆs availability for SundayÆs clash with the Giants.á He injured his ankle in last weekÆs win over Seattle and was held out of practice today. He was able to play, albeit sparingly, in the second half of last weekÆs game, which leads me to believe heÆll at least make an attempt to ...