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wannabee Strategy Thread (1 Viewer)

Jeff

(PPR league)

1) I lost Ronnie Brown and D Bowe this week. I have been thin at RB all year (after my 2 starters - Chris Johnson and Ronnie Brown), with very few backups. I have been using Chester Taylor as a bye week fill in, and now have to either rely on him, Michael Bush - Oak, or Bernard Scott - who i got off the wire yest. I am leaning toward starting Scott, am I crazy?

2) Are any of these waiver wire RB's worth a bench spot? 1)Mewelde Moore - Pit 2) Aaron Stecker - Atl 3) Jerious Norwood - Atl 4) Leonard Weaver - Phi or 5) L'Ron McClain - Bal I'm thinking Moore or Stecker. Or are all of these guys not worth the gamble? (see explaination in question 3)

3) Is Bowe worth keeping? I have Andre Johnson, Hester, Sims-Walker, Hakeem Nicks, and Breaston too. I'm thinking about trying to get a back up RB in stead of Bowe in hopes of a starter going down, as there is very little on the waiver wire and once a guy goes down, his back up is snatched by everyone else before I even get close to picking them up. Is this a dumb idea?

4) Is Avant - Phi worth a bench spot in case of injury to my WR's?

Thanks Jeff, have a good week and good luck.

Scott D

aka PYROboy

 
Pyro boy said:
Jeff(PPR league)1) I lost Ronnie Brown and D Bowe this week. I have been thin at RB all year (after my 2 starters - Chris Johnson and Ronnie Brown), with very few backups. I have been using Chester Taylor as a bye week fill in, and now have to either rely on him, Michael Bush - Oak, or Bernard Scott - who i got off the wire yest. I am leaning toward starting Scott, am I crazy?2) Are any of these waiver wire RB's worth a bench spot? 1)Mewelde Moore - Pit 2) Aaron Stecker - Atl 3) Jerious Norwood - Atl 4) Leonard Weaver - Phi or 5) L'Ron McClain - Bal I'm thinking Moore or Stecker. Or are all of these guys not worth the gamble? (see explaination in question 3)3) Is Bowe worth keeping? I have Andre Johnson, Hester, Sims-Walker, Hakeem Nicks, and Breaston too. I'm thinking about trying to get a back up RB in stead of Bowe in hopes of a starter going down, as there is very little on the waiver wire and once a guy goes down, his back up is snatched by everyone else before I even get close to picking them up. Is this a dumb idea?4) Is Avant - Phi worth a bench spot in case of injury to my WR's?Thanks Jeff, have a good week and good luck.Scott Daka PYROboy
Hey Scott, it is tough losing Brown. I think I would start Scott this week in a good matchup. He has a much better chance for a huge game than Chester. Of the WW RBs, I like Mewlede or Norwood (who I would wait a week to see if healthy). Moore is getting consistent action. I think I would keep Bowe, at least until/unless a great waiver wire option opens up. You have good WRs and should be ok at RB2. Have a good one. Jeff
 
0.5 PPR

1/10 rush

1/15 rec

all TDs 6

RB

Adrian Peterson @SEA

Ahmad Bradshaw ATL

WR

Marques Colston @ TB

Sidney Rice @SEA

Flex

???????

BN

Jerricho Cotchery @NE

Justin Forsett MIN

Ryan Grant SF

Jason Snelling @NYG

Derrick Mason IND

Who do you put in the flex?

 
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I think I would start Snelling over Bradshaw. The for flex, Bradshaw vs Forsett vs Mason vs Cotchery. I think i would roll with Forsett or Bradshaw. Slight edge to Forsett. I think he sees plenty of receiving yards.

0.5 PPR1/10 rush1/15 recall TDs 6RBAdrian Peterson @SEAAhmad Bradshaw ATLWRMarques Colston @ TBSidney Rice @SEAFlex???????BNJerricho Cotchery @NEJustin Forsett MINRyan Grant SFJason Snelling @NYGDerrick Mason IND Who do you put in the flex?
 
I think I would start Snelling over Bradshaw. The for flex, Bradshaw vs Forsett vs Mason vs Cotchery. I think i would roll with Forsett or Bradshaw. Slight edge to Forsett. I think he sees plenty of receiving yards.

0.5 PPR1/10 rush1/15 recall TDs 6RBAdrian Peterson @SEAAhmad Bradshaw ATLWRMarques Colston @ TBSidney Rice @SEAFlex???????BNJerricho Cotchery @NEJustin Forsett MINRyan Grant SFJason Snelling @NYGDerrick Mason IND Who do you put in the flex?
So you definitely do not start Grant?
 
I think I would start Snelling over Bradshaw. The for flex, Bradshaw vs Forsett vs Mason vs Cotchery. I think i would roll with Forsett or Bradshaw. Slight edge to Forsett. I think he sees plenty of receiving yards.

0.5 PPR1/10 rush1/15 recall TDs 6RBAdrian Peterson @SEAAhmad Bradshaw ATLWRMarques Colston @ TBSidney Rice @SEAFlex???????BNJerricho Cotchery @NEJustin Forsett MINRyan Grant SFJason Snelling @NYGDerrick Mason IND Who do you put in the flex?
So you definitely do not start Grant?
SF has a very stiff run defense and Grant does not catch many passes. I just think the others are better when you get points for receptions.
 
Hey Jeff,

PPR League

I am starting A Peterson & Chris Johnson of course this week but I am still blown away by Ricky Williams 37 pts performance in my league. I just keep reminding myself that I would have never started Ricky over these two and you would never have advised me to do so! :wall:



I need some WR & TE help

WR (3)

Roddy White @ NYG

Derrick Mason v IND

Sidney Rice v SEA

Calvin Johnson v CLE

Hakeem Nicks v ATL

TE (1)

D Keller @ NE

B Watson v NYJ

My TE's stink but I lost Owen Daniels and there is no replacing him :headbang:

Thanks again!

 
Hey Jeff,

PPR League

I am starting A Peterson & Chris Johnson of course this week but I am still blown away by Ricky Williams 37 pts performance in my league. I just keep reminding myself that I would have never started Ricky over these two and you would never have advised me to do so! :jawdrop: On the bright side, at least you are not playing against Ricky.



I need some WR & TE help

WR (3)

Roddy White @ NYG

Derrick Mason v IND

Sidney Rice v SEA

Calvin Johnson v CLE

Hakeem Nicks v ATL

Rice and Calvin for sure. White vs Mason is a tough one. I think I would roll with Roddy since he is the only Falcon weapon left with Turner hurt.

TE (1)

D Keller @ NE

B Watson v NYJ

My TE's stink but I lost Owen Daniels and there is no replacing him :shrug: I would choose Keller of those two. You might see if Fred Davis is available. He could be decent with Cooley sidelined.

Thanks again!
 
Hi jeff, couple of quick questions.

Do i start mendy vs KC or LT who is hot vs Den? My obvious starter is Ray rice.

Do i start mike sims vs buffalo or TJ houz vs minn which i figured will be a shoot out.

Also, my opponent is starting garrard as his qb

Thanks.

One other point, its a 0.5 ppr league.

 
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Hi jeff, couple of quick questions.Do i start mendy vs KC or LT who is hot vs Den? My obvious starter is Ray rice.Do i start mike sims vs buffalo or TJ houz vs minn which i figured will be a shoot out.Also, my opponent is starting garrard as his qbThanks.One other point, its a 0.5 ppr league.
I would start Mendenhall against the sorry KC run defense. Denver has a good defense and will be tough to run on. I definitely would roll with MSW. He could have a big game. Garrard plays much better at home and I think MSW is the one who benefits. I think the Minny pass rush will have Hasselbeck on the run all game.
 
hi jeff,

hope all is well. been a rough year filled with disappointing players. oh well. trying to field the best team to MAYBE finish in the top 4 since everyone is pretty average.

anyhow....

1 pt per 10 yds pass/catch/run

5 pt per TD pass

10 pt per TD catch/run

my opponent has mcnabb. i happen to have J.Maclin in addition to DeSean. Should I start him over Avery? FBG has Avery ranked higher. The D.Bowe suspension killed me. Couldn't bring myself to pick up Chambers though(still available) since I don't think he stacks up well vs #1 CB. Should I keep Bowe rostered?

also considering picking up ARIZONA (vs STL) to start in place BALTIMORE (vs INDY) this week. If I do, who should I drop? Don't want to drop BALT since I think they will be better down the stretch than ARZ.

2 pt per INT/FMB REC

1 pt per SACK

10 pt per D/ST TD

10 pt per shutout - don't see this as a factor this week though.

Related to Def Question:

Not too keen on Forsett vs MINNY this week, but it doesn't look like there is really any options, right?

Slaton had a hard time when he was the starter. Still think he might make it back as starter.

McFadden plays for the Raiders (nuff said). Curious what effect the QB change will have.

Michael Bush named the starter but vs CINCY?

Sammy Morris still hurt; but think he may be a viable starter if Forsett flamed out and Slaton, McFadden, White continue to stink.

STARTERS

Brady, Tom QB NE NYJ

Forsett, Justin RB SEA @MIN Dome

Jacobs, Brandon RB NYG ATL

Jackson, DeSean WR PHI @CHI

Maclin, Jeremy WR PHI @CHI

Olsen, Greg TE CHI PHI

Carney, John K NO @TB

Ravens DST IND

BENCH

McFadden, Darren RB OAK CIN

Morris, Sammy RB NE NYJ

Slaton, Steve RB HOU TEN Dome

EDITED to add Michael Bush and drop White, LenDale

Avery, Donnie WR STL ARI Dome

Bowe, Dwayne WR KC PIT

THANKS AGAIN!

 
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Hey Jeff,

12 Team Auction Keeper League(keep 3 players max 3 years) with seperate rookie draft each year(keep unlimited rookies)

Need help with my RB and TE/WR

1pt/10 yards rush/receiving

6pts all TD's

no ppr

RB1- Chris Johnson

RB2- Thomas Jones or LT?

WR/TE 1- Randy Moss

WR/TE 2- Sidney Rice

WR/TE 3- Calvin Johnson

WR/TE 4- Boldin or Driver?

Would you change anything else? Thanks

 
Cabby said:
Hey Jeff,12 Team Auction Keeper League(keep 3 players max 3 years) with seperate rookie draft each year(keep unlimited rookies)Need help with my RB and TE/WR1pt/10 yards rush/receiving6pts all TD'sno pprRB1- Chris JohnsonRB2- Thomas Jones or LT?WR/TE 1- Randy MossWR/TE 2- Sidney RiceWR/TE 3- Calvin JohnsonWR/TE 4- Boldin or Driver?Would you change anything else? Thanks
I would keep as is. I like Boldin this week. He is still ticked about being de-activated a couple of weeks ago. At RB, TJ vs LT is a tough one. I think Denver plays better than expected after being embarrassed the past couple of weeks. I think i would roll with Jones coming off the bye week. It is hard to bench LT, but the Jets will try to run the ball and not rely on Sanchez.
 
Ey Jeff long time no talk. How you been? Well I got a quick one for you of course it will always sit with me and my strange qb situation. Don't know if you remember but I was the one with the highscoring start 2 qb league. Well this week I have Vince young and I'm thinking about benching for Matthew stafford. Staffords playing the browns but then again he plays for the lions. And Vince young has just got the job done recently enough for me not to just lose. But Vince is going up against a Houston team coming off a bye and bye teams have been known to show fight as of late (tampa bay came off a bye and beat gb, clevland held bmore to 16, etc) and I'm figuring that since Calvin is back and clevland browns just plain out sucks. What would you say? Points per completion etc. League.

By the way who do you have in this "blackoutbowl" browns or lions?

 
Chief said:
hi jeff,hope all is well. been a rough year filled with disappointing players. oh well. trying to field the best team to MAYBE finish in the top 4 since everyone is pretty average.anyhow....1 pt per 10 yds pass/catch/run5 pt per TD pass10 pt per TD catch/runmy opponent has mcnabb. i happen to have J.Maclin in addition to DeSean. Should I start him over Avery? FBG has Avery ranked higher. The D.Bowe suspension killed me. Couldn't bring myself to pick up Chambers though(still available) since I don't think he stacks up well vs #1 CB. Should I keep Bowe rostered?also considering picking up ARIZONA (vs STL) to start in place BALTIMORE (vs INDY) this week. If I do, who should I drop? Don't want to drop BALT since I think they will be better down the stretch than ARZ. 2 pt per INT/FMB REC1 pt per SACK10 pt per D/ST TD10 pt per shutout - don't see this as a factor this week though.Related to Def Question:Not too keen on Forsett vs MINNY this week, but it doesn't look like there is really any options, right? Slaton had a hard time when he was the starter. Still think he might make it back as starter. McFadden plays for the Raiders (nuff said). Curious what effect the QB change will have. Michael Bush named the starter but vs CINCY?Sammy Morris still hurt; but think he may be a viable starter if Forsett flamed out and Slaton, McFadden, White continue to stink.STARTERSBrady, Tom QB NE NYJ Forsett, Justin RB SEA @MIN DomeJacobs, Brandon RB NYG ATL Jackson, DeSean WR PHI @CHI Maclin, Jeremy WR PHI @CHI Olsen, Greg TE CHI PHI Carney, John K NO @TB Ravens DST IND BENCHMcFadden, Darren RB OAK CIN Morris, Sammy RB NE NYJ Slaton, Steve RB HOU TEN DomeEDITED to add Michael Bush and drop White, LenDale Avery, Donnie WR STL ARI DomeBowe, Dwayne WR KC PIT THANKS AGAIN!
I would drop LD White for AZ defense. Them and the Patriots are the two defenses I like this week that are available on most waiver wires. At RB, Forsett vs Slaton is a tough one with Slaton named the starter. I can see both sides, especially with your scoring. I do think Slaton has the better shot at scoring. At WR, I would roll with Maclin and hope. I think the percentages go with Avery but Bulger tossed him two TDs last week and I have reservations about lightning striking again. I would not touch Chambers, and would not start McFadden. I need to see more from both before considering either. Good luck this week. You have some good pieces. You could make a late push and get hot at the right time. Having Brady always helps.
 
Ey Jeff long time no talk. How you been? Well I got a quick one for you of course it will always sit with me and my strange qb situation. Don't know if you remember but I was the one with the highscoring start 2 qb league. Well this week I have Vince young and I'm thinking about benching for Matthew stafford. Staffords playing the browns but then again he plays for the lions. And Vince young has just got the job done recently enough for me not to just lose. But Vince is going up against a Houston team coming off a bye and bye teams have been known to show fight as of late (tampa bay came off a bye and beat gb, clevland held bmore to 16, etc) and I'm figuring that since Calvin is back and clevland browns just plain out sucks. What would you say? Points per completion etc. League.By the way who do you have in this "blackoutbowl" browns or lions?
I think the Lions blow the Browns out. It looks like the Cleveland players have given up. In Detroit, I see a bigger game by Smith and the run game than through the air. Schwartz is a coach that will get up and run. Young will be solid this week, yet unspectacular. I see 15-18 fantasy points. I think he is safer than Stafford, but less upside. I think the only way I play Stafford is if I thought I wanted to risk it and hope for a big game. Stafford looks to finally be healthy. Since you get points per completion, I could see where Stafford might be worth the risk. I do think Houston beats Tennessee. The streak is over after three wins. But, if Houston is up and throwing, it might make VY pass more. Working against VY is the injury to Gage. He is out again.
 
Hi Jeff,

This is a non-ppr league.

Thanks for your help and I really need it this week. I'm pretty much in a must win situation and losing Michael Turner hurt. So these players are the other options I have for my flex spot. This league seems to favor RB's so I usually use a RB for my flex spot, please choose one.

Justin Forsett v.s. Minnesota

Laurence Maroney v.s. NYJ

Jason Snelling v.s. NYG

Braylon Edward v.s. New England

Santana Moss v.s. Dallas

Mike Wallace v.s. K.C.

Jeremy Shockey v.s. TB

TIA

 
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Hey, there are a couple that stand out to me. Snelling is a player I like a lot. He will get some yards running and receiving. He gets even more if Norwood does not play. Santana always kills the Cowboys. Also, I like Wallace, but not over Snelling. I would lean toward Snelling. He should be safe and get plenty of yards ... and gets the short yardage carries like last week. Good luck. Jeff

Hi Jeff,This is a non-ppr league.Thanks for your help and I really need it this week. I'm pretty much in a must win situation and losing Michael Turner hurt. So these players are the other options I have for my flex spot. This league seems to favor RB's so I usually use a RB for my flex spot, please choose one.Justin Forsett v.s. MinnesotaLaurence Maroney v.s. NYJJason Snelling v.s. NYGBraylon Edward v.s. New EnglandSantana Moss v.s. DallasMike Wallace v.s. K.C.Jeremy Shockey v.s. TBTIA
 
Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
 
tate516 said:
Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
I like Nicks over those two. chambers available? how about gibson? wallace?
 
tate516 said:
Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
I like Nicks over those two. chambers available? how about gibson? wallace?
Both Chambers and Wallace are available so who do you like to replace Nicks?

Chambers @ SD - v DEN - v BUF - v CLE - @ CIN

Wallace @ BAL - v OAK - @ CLE - v GB - v BAL


 
tate516 said:
Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
I like Nicks over those two. chambers available? how about gibson? wallace?
Both Chambers and Wallace are available so who do you like to replace Nicks?

Chambers @ SD - v DEN - v BUF - v CLE - @ CIN

Wallace @ BAL - v OAK - @ CLE - v GB - v BAL

Wallace if we are talking a lottery ticket. He has been ok, but could always take off ... esp if something happened to Ward or Holmes. If needing a starter for 2 weeks, I would go with Chambers.
 
Hey Jeff,

I was offered a trade that I keep flip-flopping about. I'm 5-5 (border-line playoffs right now) in my 16 team dynasty league. We start 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs, 1 RB/WR, 1 TE, 1 K, and 1 DEF each week. There are 16 roster positions along with 1 IR. QBs earn a point for every 25 yards and 4 for each touchdown. 1 point for every 10 rushing/receiving yards and 1 point per reception. 6 points for each touchdown.

Here is my team:

QB Philip Rivers, Matthew Stafford

RB Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith, Reggie Bush, Danny Ware

WR Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Nate Burleson, Donnie Avery, Mike Thomas

TE Jason Witten, Jared Cook

K Lawrence Tynes

DEF Miami

The team who sent me the trade is currently in 14th at 3-7 but will likely be 4-7 and around 12th after this week. I was offered Steve Slaton and his 2010 1st round pick. In return, I'd send Ryan Grant, Matthew Stafford, and Nate Burleson. The three of them combined for 78 points today. Also, I currently don't have any 1st round picks (traded it away in a deal that brought me Smith). For me this trade comes down to whether or not Slaton and Stafford will be boom or bust players. I'd really appreciate your opinions on the players going forward. Would you do the deal?

Thanks!

-Mike

 
Hey Jeff,I was offered a trade that I keep flip-flopping about. I'm 5-5 (border-line playoffs right now) in my 16 team dynasty league. We start 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs, 1 RB/WR, 1 TE, 1 K, and 1 DEF each week. There are 16 roster positions along with 1 IR. QBs earn a point for every 25 yards and 4 for each touchdown. 1 point for every 10 rushing/receiving yards and 1 point per reception. 6 points for each touchdown. Here is my team:QB Philip Rivers, Matthew StaffordRB Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith, Reggie Bush, Danny WareWR Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Nate Burleson, Donnie Avery, Mike ThomasTE Jason Witten, Jared CookK Lawrence TynesDEF Miami The team who sent me the trade is currently in 14th at 3-7 but will likely be 4-7 and around 12th after this week. I was offered Steve Slaton and his 2010 1st round pick. In return, I'd send Ryan Grant, Matthew Stafford, and Nate Burleson. The three of them combined for 78 points today. Also, I currently don't have any 1st round picks (traded it away in a deal that brought me Smith). For me this trade comes down to whether or not Slaton and Stafford will be boom or bust players. I'd really appreciate your opinions on the players going forward. Would you do the deal? Thanks! -Mike
Hey Mike, I will want to see tonight's game before being too definitive. Want to see how Slaton will be used. But, in general, I like the move. I do not like Grant for the future and Burleson is not a long-term starter for you. Stafford is the player I like. Can you ask for a QB back in the deal, even if just for depth? This whole deal hinges on Slaton, his value and role in the Texan offense. I probably like him over Grant in your situation, which leaves the pick versus Stafford/Burleson. I like the pick.
 
Hey Jeff,I was offered a trade that I keep flip-flopping about. I'm 5-5 (border-line playoffs right now) in my 16 team dynasty league. We start 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs, 1 RB/WR, 1 TE, 1 K, and 1 DEF each week. There are 16 roster positions along with 1 IR. QBs earn a point for every 25 yards and 4 for each touchdown. 1 point for every 10 rushing/receiving yards and 1 point per reception. 6 points for each touchdown. Here is my team:QB Philip Rivers, Matthew StaffordRB Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith, Reggie Bush, Danny WareWR Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Nate Burleson, Donnie Avery, Mike ThomasTE Jason Witten, Jared CookK Lawrence TynesDEF Miami The team who sent me the trade is currently in 14th at 3-7 but will likely be 4-7 and around 12th after this week. I was offered Steve Slaton and his 2010 1st round pick. In return, I'd send Ryan Grant, Matthew Stafford, and Nate Burleson. The three of them combined for 78 points today. Also, I currently don't have any 1st round picks (traded it away in a deal that brought me Smith). For me this trade comes down to whether or not Slaton and Stafford will be boom or bust players. I'd really appreciate your opinions on the players going forward. Would you do the deal? Thanks! -Mike
Hey Mike, I will want to see tonight's game before being too definitive. Want to see how Slaton will be used. But, in general, I like the move. I do not like Grant for the future and Burleson is not a long-term starter for you. Stafford is the player I like. Can you ask for a QB back in the deal, even if just for depth? This whole deal hinges on Slaton, his value and role in the Texan offense. I probably like him over Grant in your situation, which leaves the pick versus Stafford/Burleson. I like the pick.
Thanks for the speedy response! I have until tomorrow morning to accept or decline the deal, so I'll be watching the game myself. He has Cassel and Cambell at backup and will have to drop 2 players in the deal anyway. If I do decide to accept, I'll request for one of them. Does losing Burleson hurt my chances for the playoffs this season?
 
Hey Jeff,I was offered a trade that I keep flip-flopping about. I'm 5-5 (border-line playoffs right now) in my 16 team dynasty league. We start 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs, 1 RB/WR, 1 TE, 1 K, and 1 DEF each week. There are 16 roster positions along with 1 IR. QBs earn a point for every 25 yards and 4 for each touchdown. 1 point for every 10 rushing/receiving yards and 1 point per reception. 6 points for each touchdown. Here is my team:QB Philip Rivers, Matthew StaffordRB Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith, Reggie Bush, Danny WareWR Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Nate Burleson, Donnie Avery, Mike ThomasTE Jason Witten, Jared CookK Lawrence TynesDEF Miami The team who sent me the trade is currently in 14th at 3-7 but will likely be 4-7 and around 12th after this week. I was offered Steve Slaton and his 2010 1st round pick. In return, I'd send Ryan Grant, Matthew Stafford, and Nate Burleson. The three of them combined for 78 points today. Also, I currently don't have any 1st round picks (traded it away in a deal that brought me Smith). For me this trade comes down to whether or not Slaton and Stafford will be boom or bust players. I'd really appreciate your opinions on the players going forward. Would you do the deal? Thanks! -Mike
Hey Mike, I will want to see tonight's game before being too definitive. Want to see how Slaton will be used. But, in general, I like the move. I do not like Grant for the future and Burleson is not a long-term starter for you. Stafford is the player I like. Can you ask for a QB back in the deal, even if just for depth? This whole deal hinges on Slaton, his value and role in the Texan offense. I probably like him over Grant in your situation, which leaves the pick versus Stafford/Burleson. I like the pick.
Thanks for the speedy response! I have until tomorrow morning to accept or decline the deal, so I'll be watching the game myself. He has Cassel and Cambell at backup and will have to drop 2 players in the deal anyway. If I do decide to accept, I'll request for one of them. Does losing Burleson hurt my chances for the playoffs this season?
I would prefer Cassel since Campbell is in last yr of contract in Washington. Losing Burleson might hurt a little, but difference between he and Avery each week is not great. Also, is Rock Cartwright available on waivers? He would make a solid RB3 for the rest of the year.
 
Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
I like Nicks over those two. chambers available? how about gibson? wallace?
Both Chambers and Wallace are available so who do you like to replace Nicks?

Chambers @ SD - v DEN - v BUF - v CLE - @ CIN

Wallace @ BAL - v OAK - @ CLE - v GB - v BAL

Wallace if we are talking a lottery ticket. He has been ok, but could always take off ... esp if something happened to Ward or Holmes. If needing a starter for 2 weeks, I would go with Chambers.
I am just preparing for the playoffs To be fair here is Nicks schedule:

@ DEN - v DAL - v PHI - @ WAS - v CAR

The rest of my WR corp is pretty solid...

Calvin Johnson

Roddy White

Derrick Mason

Sidney Rice

-Hakeem Nicks

I just don't want to get caught not paying attention to a better option. Jeff, I have counted on you for many seasons and I will trust you with this question. If you think I should stand pat for now I will.

My TE problems are no joke Keller didn't do much and Ben Watson scored ZERO... here are the few names still on the WW...I'm going to keep Keller and drop Watson



Pettigrew/Heller - Finley/Lee - Zack Miller

Do I have any options here, really?

THANKS AGAIN!

 
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Who would you pick up TO or Robert Meachem???? Leaning towards Meachem as the #5 option on my team....Hicks and Manning do not seem to be building a rapport!
I like Nicks over those two. chambers available? how about gibson? wallace?
Both Chambers and Wallace are available so who do you like to replace Nicks?

Chambers @ SD - v DEN - v BUF - v CLE - @ CIN

Wallace @ BAL - v OAK - @ CLE - v GB - v BAL

Wallace if we are talking a lottery ticket. He has been ok, but could always take off ... esp if something happened to Ward or Holmes. If needing a starter for 2 weeks, I would go with Chambers.
I am just preparing for the playoffs To be fair here is Nicks schedule:

@ DEN - v DAL - v PHI - @ WAS - v CAR

The rest of my WR corp is pretty solid...

Calvin Johnson

Roddy White

Derrick Mason

Sidney Rice

-Hakeem Nicks

I just don't want to get caught not paying attention to a better option. Jeff, I have counted on you for many seasons and I will trust you with this question. If you think I should stand pat for now I will.

My TE problems are no joke Keller didn't do much and Ben Watson scored ZERO... here are the few names still on the WW...I'm going to keep Keller and drop Watson



Pettigrew/Heller - Finley/Lee - Zack Miller

Do I have any options here, really?

THANKS AGAIN!
You should be ecstatic with those four WRs. I think I would roll with Wallace just for upside. To be honest, you will not start this WR, hopefully. At TE, I would keep Keller and pick up Finley or Pettigrew. Both are decent depending on matchups. Keller is a tough one to guess. I have not looked at DET/GB matchups but would be tempted to get both young guys if the matchups line up.
 
pick one qb:

favre vs chicago

hasselbeck at st louis

ryan vs tampa

rick 2 rbs:

chris johnson vs arizona

forsett at st louis

mike bell vs new england

ray rice vs pitt

which defanse to play:

san diego vs kc

seattle at st louis

nyj vs carolina

i play in a 12 team ppr.

 
pick one qb:

favre vs chicago

hasselbeck at st louis

ryan vs tampa



I think I would stick with the hot hand in Favre. He has the best weapons of the three and looks to be the best play

rick 2 rbs:

chris johnson vs arizona

forsett at st louis

mike bell vs new england

ray rice vs pitt

I think i would roll with Johnson for sure and the other depends on injuries. I would start Forsett if Julius Jones is out again. If not, Ray Rice, especially if Polamalu is still out.

which defanse to play:

san diego vs kc

seattle at st louis

nyj vs carolina



This is a tough one between SD and SEA. I think I would go with SD since they are playing well and looking good, not to mention having Speoles as a returner.

i play in a 12 team ppr.
Good luck. You have some good options. I still like SD, but SEA defense looks attractive if Bulger is out and Boller in.
 
Hi again Jeff!

How quickly things change! I’ve lost Ronnie Brown and Lynch in consecutive weeks, so am scrambling.

1. I picked up Bernard Scott last week, and got a few points from him this week. So my first question is should I keep him? I don’t know yet the status of Cedric or LJ in Cincinnati, but if either looks like they are going to be the man in Cincy again, then I may need to replace Scott this week too.

2. I prefer to play three RBs if I can, so along with ADP and Scott, some early options are the Washington RBs, Rock Cartwright, Mike Sellers, and Marcus Mason. I don’t know much about any of them, other than they say Mason is fast, doesn’t block so well, couldn’t stay on the squad, and kept getting cut. Are any of those three reasonable targets for the coming week?

3. Have I missed any opportunities for RBs out there?

4. Finally, after getting nickeled and dimed each week by Hasselbeck and Garrard, Stafford’s stats this last weekend look very tempting. Is Stafford growing up a bit and perhaps a better play this weekend at Cincy, versus Hass at St Louis, or Garrard at SF?

Thanks!

12-team NON-PPR redraft league. Start 1 QB, 2 RB, 2 WR, 1 WR/RB Flex, 1 TE, 1 K, 1 DEF. 16 player roster.

Passing TDs = 4 pts, all others 6 pts. 1 pt for 10 yards rushing and receiving, 25 yards passing.

My Team:

QB: Garrard, Hasselbeck

RB: AP, Ronnie Brown, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Sammy Morris, Bernard Scott

WR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Braylon Edwards, Walters

TE: Vernon Davis

DEF: Phil, GB, Chi (for wk 13 vs StL)

K: K Brown

 
Hi again Jeff! How quickly things change! I’ve lost Ronnie Brown and Lynch in consecutive weeks, so am scrambling. 1. I picked up Bernard Scott last week, and got a few points from him this week. So my first question is should I keep him? I don’t know yet the status of Cedric or LJ in Cincinnati, but if either looks like they are going to be the man in Cincy again, then I may need to replace Scott this week too. 2. I prefer to play three RBs if I can, so along with ADP and Scott, some early options are the Washington RBs, Rock Cartwright, Mike Sellers, and Marcus Mason. I don’t know much about any of them, other than they say Mason is fast, doesn’t block so well, couldn’t stay on the squad, and kept getting cut. Are any of those three reasonable targets for the coming week?3. Have I missed any opportunities for RBs out there?4. Finally, after getting nickeled and dimed each week by Hasselbeck and Garrard, Stafford’s stats this last weekend look very tempting. Is Stafford growing up a bit and perhaps a better play this weekend at Cincy, versus Hass at St Louis, or Garrard at SF?Thanks!12-team NON-PPR redraft league. Start 1 QB, 2 RB, 2 WR, 1 WR/RB Flex, 1 TE, 1 K, 1 DEF. 16 player roster. Passing TDs = 4 pts, all others 6 pts. 1 pt for 10 yards rushing and receiving, 25 yards passing.My Team:QB: Garrard, HasselbeckRB: AP, Ronnie Brown, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Sammy Morris, Bernard ScottWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Braylon Edwards, Walters TE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, Chi (for wk 13 vs StL)K: K Brown
Stafford is hurt. I think he will miss this week, and Calvin is expected out, too. At RB, I like Rock Cartwright a lot. He looked great yesterday. Also, I think Lynch plays this week. I would play Hasselbeck this week vs St Louis after what Warner did in just a half. Let me know if I missed anything. Good luck. Jeff
 
Jeff Tefertiller said:
football newbie said:
Hi again Jeff! How quickly things change! I’ve lost Ronnie Brown and Lynch in consecutive weeks, so am scrambling. 1. I picked up Bernard Scott last week, and got a few points from him this week. So my first question is should I keep him? I don’t know yet the status of Cedric or LJ in Cincinnati, but if either looks like they are going to be the man in Cincy again, then I may need to replace Scott this week too. 2. I prefer to play three RBs if I can, so along with ADP and Scott, some early options are the Washington RBs, Rock Cartwright, Mike Sellers, and Marcus Mason. I don’t know much about any of them, other than they say Mason is fast, doesn’t block so well, couldn’t stay on the squad, and kept getting cut. Are any of those three reasonable targets for the coming week?3. Have I missed any opportunities for RBs out there?4. Finally, after getting nickeled and dimed each week by Hasselbeck and Garrard, Stafford’s stats this last weekend look very tempting. Is Stafford growing up a bit and perhaps a better play this weekend at Cincy, versus Hass at St Louis, or Garrard at SF?Thanks!12-team NON-PPR redraft league. Start 1 QB, 2 RB, 2 WR, 1 WR/RB Flex, 1 TE, 1 K, 1 DEF. 16 player roster. Passing TDs = 4 pts, all others 6 pts. 1 pt for 10 yards rushing and receiving, 25 yards passing.My Team:QB: Garrard, HasselbeckRB: AP, Ronnie Brown, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Sammy Morris, Bernard ScottWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Braylon Edwards, Walters TE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, Chi (for wk 13 vs StL)K: K Brown
Stafford is hurt. I think he will miss this week, and Calvin is expected out, too. At RB, I like Rock Cartwright a lot. He looked great yesterday. Also, I think Lynch plays this week. I would play Hasselbeck this week vs St Louis after what Warner did in just a half. Let me know if I missed anything. Good luck. Jeff
Thanks Jeff. I appreciate the insight. What do your contacts tell you about Cincy? Will Scott still get the touches again this weekend, or is Benson or LJ expecting a bigger workload? If I'm able to get Cartwright, here are my four possible matchups, listed by rushing defense (worst to best). Which two do you like best?1. Scott vs Cleveland (29th best rushing defense),2. Chester Taylor (spelling ADP) vs Chicago (surprisingly the 23rd best rushing defense), 3. Lynch vs Miami (12th best rushing defense), or 4. Cartwright at Philly (10th best rushing defense). I'm assuming that if Scott plays again, the best matchup of the four is Scott vs Cleveland. You never know how much work Taylor will get, so I guess he's the least of the four options. And with Lynch perhaps "iffy" and not performing all that well lately, I'm not sure he's a super option this week. So my gut says try Cartwright against a tough Philly run defense, and Scott, hoping they both play a lot. Does this seem like a decent analysis, or am I missing a forest for the trees??Thanks again Jeff.
 
Jeff Tefertiller said:
football newbie said:
Hi again Jeff! How quickly things change! I’ve lost Ronnie Brown and Lynch in consecutive weeks, so am scrambling. 1. I picked up Bernard Scott last week, and got a few points from him this week. So my first question is should I keep him? I don’t know yet the status of Cedric or LJ in Cincinnati, but if either looks like they are going to be the man in Cincy again, then I may need to replace Scott this week too. 2. I prefer to play three RBs if I can, so along with ADP and Scott, some early options are the Washington RBs, Rock Cartwright, Mike Sellers, and Marcus Mason. I don’t know much about any of them, other than they say Mason is fast, doesn’t block so well, couldn’t stay on the squad, and kept getting cut. Are any of those three reasonable targets for the coming week?3. Have I missed any opportunities for RBs out there?4. Finally, after getting nickeled and dimed each week by Hasselbeck and Garrard, Stafford’s stats this last weekend look very tempting. Is Stafford growing up a bit and perhaps a better play this weekend at Cincy, versus Hass at St Louis, or Garrard at SF?Thanks!12-team NON-PPR redraft league. Start 1 QB, 2 RB, 2 WR, 1 WR/RB Flex, 1 TE, 1 K, 1 DEF. 16 player roster. Passing TDs = 4 pts, all others 6 pts. 1 pt for 10 yards rushing and receiving, 25 yards passing.My Team:QB: Garrard, HasselbeckRB: AP, Ronnie Brown, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Sammy Morris, Bernard ScottWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Braylon Edwards, Walters TE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, Chi (for wk 13 vs StL)K: K Brown
Stafford is hurt. I think he will miss this week, and Calvin is expected out, too. At RB, I like Rock Cartwright a lot. He looked great yesterday. Also, I think Lynch plays this week. I would play Hasselbeck this week vs St Louis after what Warner did in just a half. Let me know if I missed anything. Good luck. Jeff
Thanks Jeff. I appreciate the insight. What do your contacts tell you about Cincy? Will Scott still get the touches again this weekend, or is Benson or LJ expecting a bigger workload? If I'm able to get Cartwright, here are my four possible matchups, listed by rushing defense (worst to best). Which two do you like best?1. Scott vs Cleveland (29th best rushing defense),2. Chester Taylor (spelling ADP) vs Chicago (surprisingly the 23rd best rushing defense), 3. Lynch vs Miami (12th best rushing defense), or 4. Cartwright at Philly (10th best rushing defense). I'm assuming that if Scott plays again, the best matchup of the four is Scott vs Cleveland. You never know how much work Taylor will get, so I guess he's the least of the four options. And with Lynch perhaps "iffy" and not performing all that well lately, I'm not sure he's a super option this week. So my gut says try Cartwright against a tough Philly run defense, and Scott, hoping they both play a lot. Does this seem like a decent analysis, or am I missing a forest for the trees??Thanks again Jeff.
I would go with Cartwright and Scott, assuming Benson is out. Carwright is a good receiver and totaled 140 yards (rush/rec) against Dallas Sunday. If Benson is playing, then I would play Lynch if he is active. If not, Chester is the fallback option. I think you have it laid out right. The good news is that you have options. Good luck on getting Rock.
 
Hey Jeff,I was offered a trade that I keep flip-flopping about. I'm 5-5 (border-line playoffs right now) in my 16 team dynasty league. We start 1 QB, 2 RBs, 2 WRs, 1 RB/WR, 1 TE, 1 K, and 1 DEF each week. There are 16 roster positions along with 1 IR. QBs earn a point for every 25 yards and 4 for each touchdown. 1 point for every 10 rushing/receiving yards and 1 point per reception. 6 points for each touchdown. Here is my team:QB Philip Rivers, Matthew StaffordRB Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith, Reggie Bush, Danny WareWR Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Nate Burleson, Donnie Avery, Mike ThomasTE Jason Witten, Jared CookK Lawrence TynesDEF Miami The team who sent me the trade is currently in 14th at 3-7 but will likely be 4-7 and around 12th after this week. I was offered Steve Slaton and his 2010 1st round pick. In return, I'd send Ryan Grant, Matthew Stafford, and Nate Burleson. The three of them combined for 78 points today. Also, I currently don't have any 1st round picks (traded it away in a deal that brought me Smith). For me this trade comes down to whether or not Slaton and Stafford will be boom or bust players. I'd really appreciate your opinions on the players going forward. Would you do the deal? Thanks! -Mike
Hey Mike, I will want to see tonight's game before being too definitive. Want to see how Slaton will be used. But, in general, I like the move. I do not like Grant for the future and Burleson is not a long-term starter for you. Stafford is the player I like. Can you ask for a QB back in the deal, even if just for depth? This whole deal hinges on Slaton, his value and role in the Texan offense. I probably like him over Grant in your situation, which leaves the pick versus Stafford/Burleson. I like the pick.
Thanks for the speedy response! I have until tomorrow morning to accept or decline the deal, so I'll be watching the game myself. He has Cassel and Cambell at backup and will have to drop 2 players in the deal anyway. If I do decide to accept, I'll request for one of them. Does losing Burleson hurt my chances for the playoffs this season?
I would prefer Cassel since Campbell is in last yr of contract in Washington. Losing Burleson might hurt a little, but difference between he and Avery each week is not great. Also, is Rock Cartwright available on waivers? He would make a solid RB3 for the rest of the year.
I'll see what he thinks. The guy I'm trading with snagged Cartwright last week. I lost (by only 6 points) so my playoff hopes are basically done. I'm going to go with the deal. I think the 1st round pick plus Slaton gives me a better chance of winning in the future. Thanks for your input.
 
Hey Jeff, got my win......but the correct lineup decision turned out to be sit Colston and Peterson to start Forsett, Snelling, Grant, and Derrick Mason - who'd a thunk?

Anyway, tough ones this week again, can you give me the lineup you would play with 2WR, 2 RB, 1 W/R Flex?

0.5 PPR

1/10 rush

1/15 rec

All TDs 6

Adrian Peterson CHI

Ryan Grant @DEt

Justin Forsett @STL

Jason Snelling TB

Ahmad Bradshaw @ DEN

Marques Colston NE

Sidney Rice CHI

Derrick Mason @ PIT

Jerricho Cotchery CAR

These RB globs are killing me...a Fitz trade for 2 fell through at the deadline cuz the guy elected to trade for JLewis, Austin, and Jennings........he got whipped last week and I'm glad.

Right now I have AD, Grant, and Forsett - do I sit Forsett for Snelling if Norwood and/or Turner are still out? Is ATL gonna be up more on TB or is SEA gonna be able to pound it against STL like they did against ARZ?

At WR, I have Colston and Rice but figured I oughta go ahead and check. I like lots of opinions so I can make the most informed decisions.

Thanks for your help again

 
Hey Jeff, got my win......but the correct lineup decision turned out to be sit Colston and Peterson to start Forsett, Snelling, Grant, and Derrick Mason - who'd a thunk?Anyway, tough ones this week again, can you give me the lineup you would play with 2WR, 2 RB, 1 W/R Flex?0.5 PPR1/10 rush1/15 recAll TDs 6Adrian Peterson CHIRyan Grant @DEtJustin Forsett @STLJason Snelling TBAhmad Bradshaw @ DENMarques Colston NESidney Rice CHIDerrick Mason @ PITJerricho Cotchery CARThese RB globs are killing me...a Fitz trade for 2 fell through at the deadline cuz the guy elected to trade for JLewis, Austin, and Jennings........he got whipped last week and I'm glad.Right now I have AD, Grant, and Forsett - do I sit Forsett for Snelling if Norwood and/or Turner are still out? Is ATL gonna be up more on TB or is SEA gonna be able to pound it against STL like they did against ARZ?At WR, I have Colston and Rice but figured I oughta go ahead and check. I like lots of opinions so I can make the most informed decisions.Thanks for your help again
Congrats on the win. At least you have some good choices. At WR, I would roll with Rice and Colston. RB is a little more difficult for me. I would start ADP and Grant for sure. The other spot is between Forsett and Snelling. Much depends on the health of Julius, Turner and Norwood. If Julius plays, and Turner does not, play Snelling. Even splitting time with Norwood should be fine vs TB. If Julius does not play, I would start Forsett. He has a great matchup this week against the Rams. Good luck.
 
HAPPY TURKEY DAY Jeff!!!

I am back in 1st place for now thanks again for the weekly advice...big week I will be in the DOME for MNF!

Biggest game ever for my Saints!

QB-----Peyton Manning

--------Sitting Matt Ryan

RB-----APeterson & Chris Johnson

--------Sitting Ricky Williams & Reggie Bush

WR-----(Need 3 to start PPR)

Calvin Johnson-----OUT

Roddy White v TB (Will he catch some balls this week?)

Derrick Mason v PIT (Should I be worried about the Steelers D making a statement this week?)

Sidney Rice v CHI (HE IS ON LOCK!)

Hakeem Nicks @ DEN (Appears to be #4 behind Kevin Boss, plus his foot injury all make me nervous)

Do I drop him for Meachem v NE or Chambers @ SD and if so would you maybe sit Roddy White or Derrick Mason this week?

TE-----NEED 1

Dustin Keller v CAR

J Finley @ DET

Thanks Again!

 
HAPPY TURKEY DAY Jeff!!!

I am back in 1st place for now thanks again for the weekly advice...big week I will be in the DOME for MNF!

Biggest game ever for my Saints!

QB-----Peyton Manning

--------Sitting Matt Ryan

RB-----APeterson & Chris Johnson

--------Sitting Ricky Williams & Reggie Bush

WR-----(Need 3 to start PPR)

Calvin Johnson-----OUT

Roddy White v TB (Will he catch some balls this week?)

Derrick Mason v PIT (Should I be worried about the Steelers D making a statement this week?)

Sidney Rice v CHI (HE IS ON LOCK!)

Hakeem Nicks @ DEN (Appears to be #4 behind Kevin Boss, plus his foot injury all make me nervous)

Do I drop him for Meachem v NE or Chambers @ SD and if so would you maybe sit Roddy White or Derrick Mason this week?

TE-----NEED 1

Dustin Keller v CAR

J Finley @ DET

Thanks Again!
Congrats on making it to first place. I would start Mason and Rice for sure. Even Mason's weak games were ok, except for ones against Cincy. At WR3, I think I would roll with him over the ones on the waiver wire. Chambers is an option, but high risk. Seems like his upside and White's are similar. At TE, I would roll with either ... both are good options. I think Keller is the better option against the weak Panther defense. Good luck this week.

 
Jeff I have Donald Brown is he worth holdind on to because i saw Mike Bell and Snelling on WW
I would prefer Snelling if you need a starter. If just a bench player, I would rather have Brown. Bell is a fair option if a game the Saints are up big .. and Bush is out of lineup.
 
Hi, and thanks for the help.

Pick one: Steve Smith(NYG) or Nate Burleson? 1PPR, 1pt/10yds rush/rec, 6pts td's

Pick two: Frank Gore vs. JAC, SJAX vs. Seattle, Ray Rice vs. Pitt? 1PPR, 1pt/10yds rush/rec, 6pts td's

Tough one every week with the choices at rb.

As far as the wr's, Smith may be the safer play but is Burleson's matchup worth playing?

Thanks.

 
Hi, and thanks for the help.Pick one: Steve Smith(NYG) or Nate Burleson? 1PPR, 1pt/10yds rush/rec, 6pts td'sPick two: Frank Gore vs. JAC, SJAX vs. Seattle, Ray Rice vs. Pitt? 1PPR, 1pt/10yds rush/rec, 6pts td'sTough one every week with the choices at rb. As far as the wr's, Smith may be the safer play but is Burleson's matchup worth playing?Thanks.
I would go with Burleson I think. Denver has a good secondary. Both WRs are decent enough plays this week. With Bradshaw hurt, I do expect Smith to be used on short routes. Tough call. At RB, I think I would definitely go with SJax. Gore vs Rice is another tough one. I like Gore. I think the 49ers dedicate themselves to the run this week. Baltimore vs Pitt will be a tough one. The other two have great matchups.
 
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Congrats on the win. At least you have some good choices. At WR, I would roll with Rice and Colston. RB is a little more difficult for me. I would start ADP and Grant for sure. The other spot is between Forsett and Snelling. Much depends on the health of Julius, Turner and Norwood. If Julius plays, and Turner does not, play Snelling. Even splitting time with Norwood should be fine vs TB. If Julius does not play, I would start Forsett. He has a great matchup this week against the Rams. Good luck.
Grant left the game with a "stinger" IIRC, and I saw a couple reports that say he'll be fine. Does the short week concern you at all?
 
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Congrats on the win. At least you have some good choices. At WR, I would roll with Rice and Colston. RB is a little more difficult for me. I would start ADP and Grant for sure. The other spot is between Forsett and Snelling. Much depends on the health of Julius, Turner and Norwood. If Julius plays, and Turner does not, play Snelling. Even splitting time with Norwood should be fine vs TB. If Julius does not play, I would start Forsett. He has a great matchup this week against the Rams. Good luck.
Grant left the game with a "stinger" IIRC, and I saw a couple reports that say he'll be fine. Does the short week concern you at all?
I have not heard any reports to the contrary. He was a full participant in yesterday's practice. The Lions are a great matchup.
 

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