Bojang0301
Omar4Heisman
To me, this is the greatest time of the year for us dynasty lovers. Midseason waiver wire moves can be the difference between playoffs and being done for the year. The waiver wire is where all my teams live or die and smart, calculated moves will always put your team in a better situation than your opponents. I think the second most critical part of building a solid dynasty fantasy roster is depth (the first being to recognize that your starting roster still has to be better than the other guys). Injuries happen every year to almost every player so a lot of different players get opportunities. This year provides a unique market as most people are ignoring the UFL. I am not ignoring the UFL. It may not be the NFL but it isn't NFL Europe or the CFL either. That being said there are always a couple of guidelines I use when attacking the waiver wire. These include keeping an open mind, never letting the past dictate a move, taking risks and being patient. Here are some players I am looking at in both the long term and short term:
Louis Murphy, WR OAK: Usually I am not a fan of Florida WR's but Murphy and Harvin have really changed my opinion this year. Coming out of Florida Murphy lived in the shadow of Percy Harvin and most likely deservedly so. That doesn't take away anything from Murphy though. The Florida passing game has been deficient in the long ball this year and that has more to do with losing Murphy's impact because Harvin was mostly used in many different ways. Murphy came out with a 4.43 40 at the combine and has showed a tenacious attitude for the game. Far more so than his counterpart DHB. His speed obviously is what attracted Al bat-#### crazy Davis to Murphy but he accidently stumbled on to a football player as well. His QB situation is the farthest thing from perfect but he was targetted 10 times last week with Gradkowski in the game. I think the future is bright for Murphy and if he is still available I'd grab him.
Dantrell Savage, RB KCC: While undersized (5'8, 185) Savage has been on my radar since he got a couple of carries in the offense early in the season and was supposed to have his role expand. In the offseason he supposedly worked out with Priest Holmes, who obviously is a legend of an undrafted FA RB and hard worker. Now with LJ looking to be most likely on the way out and Charles never truely grasping the reigns on any role in the offense Savage is worth taking a shot on even if he splits time he may have some value.
Matt Moore, QB CAR: I've kept an eye on Moore since he came out in '07 and Jaws was raving about him. His college career was filled with mighty high's and low's but it also says that the guy works hard and doesn't give up on himself when times get tough. He is considered a good athlete and fits the ideal mold of a QB. With Delhomme costing his team routinely and Fox's job seat getting hotter and hotter Fox may go with Moore as soon as this week. Take a shot on him as he is most likely to get the call if Delhomme is benched as he has more experience in the offense and a higher ceiling than AJ Feeley.
Guys in the UFL I'm keeping my eye on:
J.P. Losman, QB: Everyone knows Losman's story. He's got a lot of talent but not a lot of touch or decision making ability. Well, not much has changed. I am keeping him on my radar for my start 2 QB league though as he has been productive in the UFL and is probably still better than some backups in the NFL.
Brooks Bollinger, QB: Here is a guy that has shown flashes in the NFL but never really given a chance. He has been the MVP of the UFL through 3 games this season putting up games of 232 2 0; 24/32 310 3 0; 20/26 225 4 1 I'm not sure what kind of opportunity he will get when the UFL season gets over but I'm sure he'll be on a team. Once again in start 2 QB leagues worth keeping an eye on.
Taye Biddle, WR: He is the man on the recieving end of Bollinger and has been the one guy that I am really keeping my eye on. Coming out he was undrafted but ran a 4.28 40 at his private workout which prompted Carolina to keep him on their practice squad and then New York GMen after them. Was a bit non existent in the first game going 2 grabs for 38 yds and a TD but after that has gone 7 catches 107 yds and a TD and 5 catches for 133 yds last week. Might be a diamond in the rough if he continues on this way and can catch onto an NFL squad.
Hopefully this gives those who play in deep leagues some new options to look at or keep an eye on. I'm sure most people have heard of these guys but it's always good to be reminded.
Louis Murphy, WR OAK: Usually I am not a fan of Florida WR's but Murphy and Harvin have really changed my opinion this year. Coming out of Florida Murphy lived in the shadow of Percy Harvin and most likely deservedly so. That doesn't take away anything from Murphy though. The Florida passing game has been deficient in the long ball this year and that has more to do with losing Murphy's impact because Harvin was mostly used in many different ways. Murphy came out with a 4.43 40 at the combine and has showed a tenacious attitude for the game. Far more so than his counterpart DHB. His speed obviously is what attracted Al bat-#### crazy Davis to Murphy but he accidently stumbled on to a football player as well. His QB situation is the farthest thing from perfect but he was targetted 10 times last week with Gradkowski in the game. I think the future is bright for Murphy and if he is still available I'd grab him.
Dantrell Savage, RB KCC: While undersized (5'8, 185) Savage has been on my radar since he got a couple of carries in the offense early in the season and was supposed to have his role expand. In the offseason he supposedly worked out with Priest Holmes, who obviously is a legend of an undrafted FA RB and hard worker. Now with LJ looking to be most likely on the way out and Charles never truely grasping the reigns on any role in the offense Savage is worth taking a shot on even if he splits time he may have some value.
Matt Moore, QB CAR: I've kept an eye on Moore since he came out in '07 and Jaws was raving about him. His college career was filled with mighty high's and low's but it also says that the guy works hard and doesn't give up on himself when times get tough. He is considered a good athlete and fits the ideal mold of a QB. With Delhomme costing his team routinely and Fox's job seat getting hotter and hotter Fox may go with Moore as soon as this week. Take a shot on him as he is most likely to get the call if Delhomme is benched as he has more experience in the offense and a higher ceiling than AJ Feeley.
Guys in the UFL I'm keeping my eye on:
J.P. Losman, QB: Everyone knows Losman's story. He's got a lot of talent but not a lot of touch or decision making ability. Well, not much has changed. I am keeping him on my radar for my start 2 QB league though as he has been productive in the UFL and is probably still better than some backups in the NFL.
Brooks Bollinger, QB: Here is a guy that has shown flashes in the NFL but never really given a chance. He has been the MVP of the UFL through 3 games this season putting up games of 232 2 0; 24/32 310 3 0; 20/26 225 4 1 I'm not sure what kind of opportunity he will get when the UFL season gets over but I'm sure he'll be on a team. Once again in start 2 QB leagues worth keeping an eye on.
Taye Biddle, WR: He is the man on the recieving end of Bollinger and has been the one guy that I am really keeping my eye on. Coming out he was undrafted but ran a 4.28 40 at his private workout which prompted Carolina to keep him on their practice squad and then New York GMen after them. Was a bit non existent in the first game going 2 grabs for 38 yds and a TD but after that has gone 7 catches 107 yds and a TD and 5 catches for 133 yds last week. Might be a diamond in the rough if he continues on this way and can catch onto an NFL squad.
Hopefully this gives those who play in deep leagues some new options to look at or keep an eye on. I'm sure most people have heard of these guys but it's always good to be reminded.
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