wannabee Strategy Thread (1 Viewer)

[tate516]

Hey Jeff

Another fantasy WIN and my SAINTS pulled out another W in a heart-racing, stomach turning game!

I need some help at TE since I lost Owen Daniels I keep looking for his replacement...no luck so far with Dustin Keller & Jermichael Finley.

Next week Keller @ TB and Finley is @ CHI...

I checked the WW and here are a couple of names I wanted to run by you....

Bo Scaife and Anthony Fasano.....Week 14 matchups = Scaife v STL & Fasano @ JAC

Do I make a change for either of these guys and if so who do I drop and who do I add?

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THANKS!!!

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff

Another fantasy WIN and my SAINTS pulled out another W in a heart-racing, stomach turning game!

I need some help at TE since I lost Owen Daniels I keep looking for his replacement...no luck so far with Dustin Keller & Jermichael Finley.

Next week Keller @ TB and Finley is @ CHI...

I checked the WW and here are a couple of names I wanted to run by you....

Bo Scaife and Anthony Fasano.....Week 14 matchups = Scaife v STL & Fasano @ JAC

Do I make a change for either of these guys and if so who do I drop and who do I add?

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THANKS!!!

Let's see how Finley plays tonight. One guy I think is playing well is Fred Davis of Washington. If available, he is someone to consider

 

[dallasfan54]

I have a wr situation that gets a little more complicated with the early thursday game and the possible inactivity of hines ward.

We play in a ppr and have to start 3 wr:

My usual starters are at wr are as follows: larry fitzgerald (automatic)

desean jackson (automatic if healthy)

sims-walker (poor performance in last 2 games)

I have mike wallace on my bench as a reserve wr. If Hines Ward is out of this Thursday night's tilt in Cleveland...Do i bench sims-walker in favor of wallace?

Also, how do you feel about desean jackson this week?

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

I have a wr situation that gets a little more complicated with the early thursday game and the possible inactivity of hines ward. We play in a ppr and have to start 3 wr: My usual starters are at wr are as follows: larry fitzgerald (automatic) desean jackson (automatic if healthy) sims-walker (poor performance in last 2 games) I have mike wallace on my bench as a reserve wr. If Hines Ward is out of this Thursday night's tilt in Cleveland...Do i bench sims-walker in favor of wallace? Also, how do you feel about desean jackson this week?

I am the biggest Mike Wallace fan around. But, the Browns do not yield many big games to WRs as evidenced by the SD game. I would start your top three as long as Jackson is looking to play as it appears now. I read we should know Wed (as far is known now)

 

[Imagine]

Hi Jeff. It’s interesting how this week has played out. Slaton’s probably out in Houston, so that has bumped Chris Brown up to definitely startable. Some great news for me!And it appears that Chris Jennings’ shoulder is ok, and that he too will start now. Wowie! I have options!So going back over some old thoughts. ADP and Chris Brown now look like for sure starts. Chad and Roddy are both studs, so should be started. Atlanta without Ryan and Turner might not lead to such a great day for Roddy White, but he’s a player, and I probably need to start him. That leaves Avant. It still looks really good to have him in the lineup this weekend. • But does Jennings also starting move him up into contention over either Roddy White or Jason Avant? I know it’s a guessing game. But if Brown and Peterson play well this weekend, who knows? I might actually pull a win out of the hat!Thanks again.

I think I would roll with Avant over Jennings. Chris Brown is starting and Jax has a bad run defense so who knows. Good luck, once again.

Jeff - Thanks again for your thoughts. I'm sure I'll have more options to bounce off you this week. In this funny season, I actually won this week, and slipped into our playoffs. Always more fun to win, but win or lose, what fun! Thanks for doing this.

 

[duece2626]

http://forums.footballguys.com/forum/index...;#entry11215817

Who do I bench in favor of Meachem, if anyone? We can start 3 RB/3WR, 2 RB/4WR, 1 RB/5 WR.

 

[tally]

Jeff,

1. Should I play Big Ben (@CLE) over Rivers (@DAL)? Is Ben's matchup still that good without Ward in the lineup?

2. Also, any reason whatsoever to bench Wayne (vs. DEN) or VJax (@DAL) after both have had ho-hum showings the last 3-4 weeks? My options are Chambers (vs. BUF), NYG SSmith (vs. PHI), and Maclin (@NYG).

Thanks!

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Jeff,1. Should I play Big Ben (@CLE) over Rivers (@DAL)? Is Ben's matchup still that good without Ward in the lineup?2. Also, any reason whatsoever to bench Wayne (vs. DEN) or VJax (@DAL) after both have had ho-hum showings the last 3-4 weeks? My options are Chambers (vs. BUF), NYG SSmith (vs. PHI), and Maclin (@NYG).Thanks!

Hey, I think the QB question is easy. The %s say play Rivers because his "bad" games are better than Ben's average ones. At WR, Wayne and VJax are getting extra attention from defenses. I think I would bench one for Smith. Was looking back on stats and not really liking VJax's stats the past few weeks. He also will likely be guarded by T Newman. Buf has a good pass def (and bad run def) so that leaves out Chambers. Maclin is less than ideal with DeSean Jackson expected back this week. I could see any argument for VJax over Wayne and Smith. Those three are close. I just expect the Giants to have to pass w/ the weak run game.

 

[Imagine]

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.

Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster.

1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)

2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)

3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)

4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)

5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)

It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him.

Available on the wire are:

• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)

• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)

• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)

• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)

• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)

• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense)

Here’s my plan so far.

• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks.

• Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...

Other options are:

• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.

• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him.

• Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland.

• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration.

• Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts.

So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?

Thanks again.

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, Vince Young

RB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris Brown

WR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason Avant

TE: Vernon Davis

DEF: Phil, GB, Chi

K: Hartley

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

I agree with most of your analysis. I did think Ryan Moats outplayed Brown, but Brown got the TD. I like Harrison, even against Pitt. He gets plenty of receiving action and the Browns could be down early on. I love Britt. he has scored three straight weeks. One thing to watch is that Gage has been out those weeks. Young does love him. I would start Harrison and either Britt or Lynch (assuming Slaton is back). I know that is a lot of "ifs" with Slaton and Gage injury news needed. Good luck. You have some good players so you always have a shot.

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster. 1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him. Available on the wire are:• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense) Here’s my plan so far.• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks. • Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...Other options are:• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him. • Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland. • Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration. • Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts. So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?Thanks again.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, Vince YoungRB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris BrownWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason AvantTE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, ChiK: Hartley

 

[shade]

Hey Jeff, thanks for all ur help last week. It helped be get into the playoffs after starting 0-4.

Couple of quick questions here.

Which def do u like between Wash vs Raiders, Buffalo vs Kc and TB vs the jets this week?

Also what are ur thoughts about heath miller? Bad weather in Cle, plus hes had a couple of down weeks. Would u start heap, Finley or F davis ahead of him?

What about simms walker? He's had a couple of bad weeks. Would u definately start him, or would u consider starting roy williams or Bess ahead of him?

Thanks!!!

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff, thanks for all ur help last week. It helped be get into the playoffs after starting 0-4.

Couple of quick questions here.

Which def do u like between Wash vs Raiders, Buffalo vs Kc and TB vs the jets this week?

Also what are ur thoughts about heath miller? Bad weather in Cle, plus hes had a couple of down weeks. Would u start heap, Finley or F davis ahead of him?

What about simms walker? He's had a couple of bad weeks. Would u definately start him, or would u consider starting roy williams or Bess ahead of him?

Thanks!!!

I am glad to help. I rarely go back and look at past advice because I know it is not perfect. Always kicking myself for telling someone wrong. But, we try. Now on to your questions.

Which def do u like between Wash vs Raiders, Buffalo vs Kc and TB vs the jets this week? I think OAK plays much better at home and think they have a great chance to upset the Skins. TB is prob the best of the other two. KC plays at home. TB defense has played well and could have a couple of big plays. One waiver DEF I like this week is Tennessee if they are available ... they play StL.

Also what are ur thoughts about heath miller? Bad weather in Cle, plus hes had a couple of down weeks. Would u start heap, Finley or F davis ahead of him? With Hines Ward likely out, I would probably go with Miller or Davis. Davis has played well. I think he had a big game last week just due to the high number of passes for Campbell. I might go with Miller and hope for a big game. Cleveland is a good matchup.

What about simms walker? He's had a couple of bad weeks. Would u definitely start him, or would u consider starting roy williams or Bess ahead of him? I think I would stick with MSW. Not a Roy fan. But, I do like him over Bess. Bess does not score enough TDs. Roy vs MSW. Roy could score a TD like last week so go with him if you do not feel good about MSW. I think MSW was unlucky last week with two other TDs going to WRs and Garrard played well. MSW and the Jags face a weak Miami secondary this week while Dallas gets SD.

Good luck.

 

[oscarz]

Hey Jeff

I am in a PPR league. Win this week and I am in playoffs, loose and I am most likly out.

Problem is I have QB problems.

My 2 QB's are Cutler vs GB and Hasselback @ Houston.

Who would you start this week?

Also available on waivers that I could drop a player on my roster for are :

1. Oakland QB vs Wash

2. Buff QB @ KC

3. Atl QB vs NO

Out of these 5 QB's who would you start this week?

Thanks again for all your help....

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league. Win this week and I am in playoffs, loose and I am most likly out.Problem is I have QB problems. My 2 QB's are Cutler vs GB and Hasselback @ Houston.Who would you start this week?Also available on waivers that I could drop a player on my roster for are :1. Oakland QB vs Wash2. Buff QB @ KC3. Atl QB vs NOOut of these 5 QB's who would you start this week?Thanks again for all your help....

Hey, this is a tough one. I like Gradkowski, but think the game will be an ugly one. Wash has a good defense. I do not see much scoring. The two QBs I like best are Hasselbeck and Fitzpatrick. Hasselbeck has a good chance to get you 15-20 fantasy points. Fitzpatrick could be more volatile, but offers more upside. I am avoiding Cutler until he does something. I could see Sea/Hou being a shootout. Hou defense allows 200+ yards most weeks and has given up 2+ pass TDs in five of the last six weeks. I think that is about what to expect from Hasselbeck. For Fitz, the Chiefs have allowed either 250+ yards or 2 TDs every week for the last several. Both are good options this week.

 

[Foureyes]

Hi Jeff,

Quick QB question for week 15. 6 pts for all TDs, standard yardage scoring, no penalty for INTs. Who do you like better, VYoung vs Mia or Henne @ Tenn? thanks for help...

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hi Jeff,Quick QB question for week 15. 6 pts for all TDs, standard yardage scoring, no penalty for INTs. Who do you like better, VYoung vs Mia or Henne @ Tenn? thanks for help...

I think i would go with VY. Henne played great last week but the Tenn pass defense is much improved with Finnegan back healthy.

 

[Imagine]

I agree with most of your analysis. I did think Ryan Moats outplayed Brown, but Brown got the TD. I like Harrison, even against Pitt. He gets plenty of receiving action and the Browns could be down early on. I love Britt. he has scored three straight weeks. One thing to watch is that Gage has been out those weeks. Young does love him. I would start Harrison and either Britt or Lynch (assuming Slaton is back). I know that is a lot of "ifs" with Slaton and Gage injury news needed. Good luck. You have some good players so you always have a shot.

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster. 1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him. Available on the wire are:• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense) Here’s my plan so far.• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks. • Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...Other options are:• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him. • Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland. • Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration. • Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts. So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?Thanks again.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, Vince YoungRB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris BrownWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason AvantTE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, ChiK: Hartley

Thanks Jeff. Very interesting comment about Gage. He too is on our waiver wire, and from what I read, he could be back as soon as this weekend. He wasn't scoring incredible numbers before his injury, but that was probably while Collins was the QB. It sounds like if he returns, he might be Vince's first option over Britt. With DeSean Jackson likely back in Philly, would it make sense to drop Avant and pick up both Britt and Gage and plug in Gage if he's back, and Britt if he is not? Or is Avant still a threat in Philly this weekend, especially with the extra time they all seem to be giving to the "concussed", possibly including Jackson?

 

[finnmaccoul]

OK Jeff it's win and in time. (1pt per 10 rush/rec yds, 1 pt per 20 pass yds, 1pt per 25 ret yds, all TDs 6 pts)

QBs: Schaub or Flacco? I think I have to go Schaub if he plays, even though he'd be a hit from the bench. Flacco has a great match up but has been subpar lately.

RBs (start 2): P Thomas, MBIII, Rock, C Brown,or Lynch. PT for sure, but I'm thinking Rock vs Oak. MBIII also has a good matchup but seems to be behind Jones in the offense.

WR3: Bess, Collie, or Avery. Avery's shoulder scares me and Collie is hit and miss. I'm thinking Bess because I get return yds too. I could also pick up D Thomas of the Redskins.

TE: Celek or Heap? Just had to put this down to see it. I think I have to go Celek, even though Heap is being forced the ball and playing Det.

Thanks for all your help this season. Hopefully this isn't my last post.

Finn

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

I agree with most of your analysis. I did think Ryan Moats outplayed Brown, but Brown got the TD. I like Harrison, even against Pitt. He gets plenty of receiving action and the Browns could be down early on. I love Britt. he has scored three straight weeks. One thing to watch is that Gage has been out those weeks. Young does love him. I would start Harrison and either Britt or Lynch (assuming Slaton is back). I know that is a lot of "ifs" with Slaton and Gage injury news needed. Good luck. You have some good players so you always have a shot.

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster. 1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him. Available on the wire are:• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense) Here’s my plan so far.• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks. • Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...Other options are:• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him. • Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland. • Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration. • Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts. So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?Thanks again.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, Vince YoungRB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris BrownWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason AvantTE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, ChiK: Hartley

Thanks Jeff. Very interesting comment about Gage. He too is on our waiver wire, and from what I read, he could be back as soon as this weekend. He wasn't scoring incredible numbers before his injury, but that was probably while Collins was the QB. It sounds like if he returns, he might be Vince's first option over Britt. With DeSean Jackson likely back in Philly, would it make sense to drop Avant and pick up both Britt and Gage and plug in Gage if he's back, and Britt if he is not? Or is Avant still a threat in Philly this weekend, especially with the extra time they all seem to be giving to the "concussed", possibly including Jackson?

Slaton was put on the IR today. If Gage is back, I would avoid both Titan WRs. I think it might be better to pick up Moats to go with Brown and Harrison. Avant is not really in play with DeSean Jackson coming back this week.

 

[myhousekey]

Should I be concerned about the Weather for the PHI/NYG game this Sunday night? Seems like there's a possibility of snow/rain.

I currently have Akers as my kicker who is the #1 fantasy kicker this year but am considering making a switch to Hartley who gets 3 straight dome games.

Thoughts?

0.1 pts per yard on a made FG

-3 pts for FG miss under 30 yards (add 0.1 pts per yard for misses longer than 30.....ie 31 yard miss = -2.9)

1 pt per XP

-1 pt per XP miss

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

OK Jeff it's win and in time. (1pt per 10 rush/rec yds, 1 pt per 20 pass yds, 1pt per 25 ret yds, all TDs 6 pts)

QBs: Schaub or Flacco? I think I have to go Schaub if he plays, even though he'd be a hit from the bench. Flacco has a great match up but has been subpar lately. I would go with Schaub as well. He has been throwing well of late.

RBs (start 2): P Thomas, MBIII, Rock, C Brown,or Lynch. PT for sure, but I'm thinking Rock vs Oak. MBIII also has a good matchup but seems to be behind Jones in the offense. I think I would go with Rock and PT. Never know how many carries MB3 will get.

WR3: Bess, Collie, or Avery. Avery's shoulder scares me and Collie is hit and miss. I'm thinking Bess because I get return yds too. I could also pick up D Thomas of the Redskins. I think Collie or Bess. The tough part on Bess is that he rarely scores a TD. But, the return yards help. With Collie, he is hit or miss and is WR3 in Indy vs Bess as WR1 in Miami

TE: Celek or Heap? Just had to put this down to see it. I think I have to go Celek, even though Heap is being forced the ball and playing Det. I would go with Celek since he has a better shot at a TD

Thanks for all your help this season. Hopefully this isn't my last post.

Finn

best of luck ...

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Should I be concerned about the Weather for the PHI/NYG game this Sunday night? Seems like there's a possibility of snow/rain.I currently have Akers as my kicker who is the #1 fantasy kicker this year but am considering making a switch to Hartley who gets 3 straight dome games.Thoughts?0.1 pts per yard on a made FG-3 pts for FG miss under 30 yards (add 0.1 pts per yard for misses longer than 30.....ie 31 yard miss = -2.9)1 pt per XP-1 pt per XP miss

I like Hartley better for this week but Akers for rest of the yr. NO does not kick enough FGs most weeks to warrant a top rating where Philly has found it difficult to score TDs without Westbrook in the lineup. I would keep Akers if the move is for the playoffs. He knows how to kick in bad weather.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

For those desperate at RB, Quinton Ganther has replaced Rock as starter for Washington

 

[finnmaccoul]

For those desperate at RB, Quinton Ganther has replaced Rock as starter for Washington

So I guess Rock is out from my above post....so Lynch, C Brown (announced he's starting now), MBIII, or drop Rock for Ganther? I hate RBBC!!

 

[Imagine]

I agree with most of your analysis. I did think Ryan Moats outplayed Brown, but Brown got the TD. I like Harrison, even against Pitt. He gets plenty of receiving action and the Browns could be down early on. I love Britt. he has scored three straight weeks. One thing to watch is that Gage has been out those weeks. Young does love him. I would start Harrison and either Britt or Lynch (assuming Slaton is back). I know that is a lot of "ifs" with Slaton and Gage injury news needed. Good luck. You have some good players so you always have a shot.

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster. 1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him. Available on the wire are:• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense) Here’s my plan so far.• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks. • Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...Other options are:• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him. • Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland. • Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration. • Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts. So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?Thanks again.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, Vince YoungRB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris BrownWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason AvantTE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, ChiK: Hartley

Thanks Jeff. Very interesting comment about Gage. He too is on our waiver wire, and from what I read, he could be back as soon as this weekend. He wasn't scoring incredible numbers before his injury, but that was probably while Collins was the QB. It sounds like if he returns, he might be Vince's first option over Britt. With DeSean Jackson likely back in Philly, would it make sense to drop Avant and pick up both Britt and Gage and plug in Gage if he's back, and Britt if he is not? Or is Avant still a threat in Philly this weekend, especially with the extra time they all seem to be giving to the "concussed", possibly including Jackson?

Slaton was put on the IR today. If Gage is back, I would avoid both Titan WRs. I think it might be better to pick up Moats to go with Brown and Harrison. Avant is not really in play with DeSean Jackson coming back this week.

"For those desperate at RB, Quinton Ganther has replaced Rock as starter for Washington..."Hi Jeff...I'm in that "desperate category", so thanks to your post, I just picked up Ganther as one more alternative!Moats wasn't available, I agree on Avant, and not knowing about Gage and Britt pretty much leaves them out too. And I’m excluding Chester Taylor and Marshawn Lynch, since I think the following three are better options. That leaves:• Harrison, the 23rd rush offense vs. Pit, the #1 rush defense, • Chris Brown, the 29th rush offense vs. Sea, the #13 rush defense, and• Ganther, the 22nd rush offense vs. Oak, the #30 rush defense.My thought right now is that since Cartwright was getting a few points each week that it’s likely that Ganther will do the same. I’m thinking that of these three, he’s at the top of the list.Then it gets tougher. With Moats looming there in Houston, it kind of feels like Gage and Britt…you just don’t know. I think that puts Chris Brown at the bottom of these three. That leaves Harrison tomorrow night. Tough defense, but as you pointed out, if he can catch a few passes out of the backfield, he could get a few points, and there is always the chance of a bigger day either rushing, receiving, or with a TD.If Gage were NOT to play, Britt comes back into consideration, but since by the time I’d know, Harrison would probably already have played on Thursday night. And since Ganther looks like a solid start, my sense is that regardless of what Gage does, unless they decide before the Thursday night football game that he’s out, that Harrison and Ganther are my two guys. So thanks to you Jeff, I feel like I have options that excite me. Who knows how it will turn out, but these alternatives have put me in a position where I at least have a chance! A pretty cool feeling after essentially losing Ronnie Brown, Marshawn Lynch, and Joseph Addai. Please let me know if you disagree, or if this logic makes sense.Edited to add: Seeing a lot of love for Chris Brown from Dodds (9), Bloom (9), and Yahoo (9), compared to Harrison getting 8, 10 and 5 from them, and Britt at 9, 9, and 5. I know they're just projections, and everyone's got one, but do they know something about Moats thus making Brown a little stronger play as we wander through the week? Thx!

 

[Chunky Soup]

Hey Jeff: Redraft, grabbing a DEF for week 15 (I have bye for week 14) and dropping one guy. PPR.

My choices:

SEA v TB

HOU @ STL

CIN @ SD is my current play

Thoughts? I like Houston playing STL (but they're away and seem avg) and I like SEA playing at home (but TB has been relatively efficient)

Also choosing one to drop (have been holding on to these guys in hopes of a wildcard/surprise):

Felix Jones

Justin Forsett

Chris Brown

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

For those desperate at RB, Quinton Ganther has replaced Rock as starter for Washington

So I guess Rock is out from my above post....so Lynch, C Brown (announced he's starting now), MBIII, or drop Rock for Ganther? I hate RBBC!!

Sorry, that is why I posted when I saw the news. I would order them:GantherLynchMB3Brown

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

I agree with most of your analysis. I did think Ryan Moats outplayed Brown, but Brown got the TD. I like Harrison, even against Pitt. He gets plenty of receiving action and the Browns could be down early on. I love Britt. he has scored three straight weeks. One thing to watch is that Gage has been out those weeks. Young does love him. I would start Harrison and either Britt or Lynch (assuming Slaton is back). I know that is a lot of "ifs" with Slaton and Gage injury news needed. Good luck. You have some good players so you always have a shot.

HI Jeff. I thought I’d send a note to ask about a few players I’m considering picking up off waivers for this weekend.Background: I have two spots to fill, and I can use any RB or WR. Right now I have these five players on my roster. 1. Chris Brown vs. Sea (#12 rushing defense)2. Marshawn Lynch at KC (#27 rushing defense)3. Chester Taylor, backing up ADP, vs. Cin (#2 rushing defense – yuk!)4. Chris Jennings Cle vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk again)5. Avant at NYG (#7 passing defense)It’s early in the week, but right now if Slaton is still out, I’d choose Chris Brown and probably Marshawn Lynch for those last two spots. But since it’s hard to know how much work Lynch will get, I’m looking at other options. Chester Taylor is the backup and plays against the tough Cincy defense, so he’s probably out. Avant is still a nice option, but the Giants seem to be tough in the cold, so I’m on the fence about him. Available on the wire are:• Jerome Harrison Cle RB vs. Pit (#1 rushing defense – yuk!)• Davone Bess Miami WR at Jax (#23 passing defense)• Kenny Britt Tenn WR vs. StL (#16 passing defense)• Chaz Schilens Oak WR at Wash (#5 passing defense)• Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak (#18 passing defense)• Josh Morgan SF WR vs. Ariz (#30 pass defense) Here’s my plan so far.• Pick up Harrison off the waiver wire for Jennings. It appears that I chose wrong last week in picking up Jennings, and even though it’s a tough matchup this week against Pittsburg, Cleveland plays at KC (#27 rush defense) and vs. Oakland (#30 rush defense) in weeks 15 and 16. So if I can slip through this weekend, I may have better options for the next two weeks. • Pick up Kenny Britt. With Vince Young’s resurgence, he’s gotten 5, 10, 17, and 10 points the last four weeks, and is consistently getting about 7 targets a game. Consider playing him over Lynch and Avant...Other options are:• Davone Bess. Has a good matchup against Jax, has about 8 targets the last four games, and has scored 7, 6, 3, and 17 points the last four weeks.• Josh Morgan. Has a great matchup at home vs. Arizona, with the #30 pass defense, and also with SF tossing it all over the place last week against Seattle. And this will probably be one where Arizona gets up early and SF throws is even more. But Morgan’s results the last four weeks have been 2, 0, 4, and 13 points. Since it seems like Crabtree and Davis are light years ahead of him on Alex Smith’s progressions, I’m reluctant to depend on him. • Chaz Schilens. Tougher matchup on paper at Washington, and them with the #5 pass defense, but Brees did light them up this weekend. 2, 4, 3, and 10 the last four, so not great, but a new QB and he’s probably getting healthier and more in tune with the system there in Oakland. • Devin Thomas Wash WR vs. Oak and the #18 passing defense. Had a whopping 22 pts this weekend, but before that was at 3, 3, and 4. So last week was probably an aberration. • Finally Leonard Weaver is out there. He had another nice week with 15 pts. But before that he was at 0, 1, and 4 pts. So once again way more information than you typically get, but I wonder if anything jumps out at you, or if I have missed the forest for the trees in my quest?Thanks again.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, Vince YoungRB: AP, Lynch, Chester Taylor, Chris Jennings, Chris BrownWR: Roddy White, Chad Ochocinco, Jason AvantTE: Vernon DavisDEF: Phil, GB, ChiK: Hartley

Thanks Jeff. Very interesting comment about Gage. He too is on our waiver wire, and from what I read, he could be back as soon as this weekend. He wasn't scoring incredible numbers before his injury, but that was probably while Collins was the QB. It sounds like if he returns, he might be Vince's first option over Britt. With DeSean Jackson likely back in Philly, would it make sense to drop Avant and pick up both Britt and Gage and plug in Gage if he's back, and Britt if he is not? Or is Avant still a threat in Philly this weekend, especially with the extra time they all seem to be giving to the "concussed", possibly including Jackson?

Slaton was put on the IR today. If Gage is back, I would avoid both Titan WRs. I think it might be better to pick up Moats to go with Brown and Harrison. Avant is not really in play with DeSean Jackson coming back this week.

"For those desperate at RB, Quinton Ganther has replaced Rock as starter for Washington..."Hi Jeff...I'm in that "desperate category", so thanks to your post, I just picked up Ganther as one more alternative!Moats wasn't available, I agree on Avant, and not knowing about Gage and Britt pretty much leaves them out too. And I’m excluding Chester Taylor and Marshawn Lynch, since I think the following three are better options. That leaves:• Harrison, the 23rd rush offense vs. Pit, the #1 rush defense, • Chris Brown, the 29th rush offense vs. Sea, the #13 rush defense, and• Ganther, the 22nd rush offense vs. Oak, the #30 rush defense.My thought right now is that since Cartwright was getting a few points each week that it’s likely that Ganther will do the same. I’m thinking that of these three, he’s at the top of the list.Then it gets tougher. With Moats looming there in Houston, it kind of feels like Gage and Britt…you just don’t know. I think that puts Chris Brown at the bottom of these three. That leaves Harrison tomorrow night. Tough defense, but as you pointed out, if he can catch a few passes out of the backfield, he could get a few points, and there is always the chance of a bigger day either rushing, receiving, or with a TD.If Gage were NOT to play, Britt comes back into consideration, but since by the time I’d know, Harrison would probably already have played on Thursday night. And since Ganther looks like a solid start, my sense is that regardless of what Gage does, unless they decide before the Thursday night football game that he’s out, that Harrison and Ganther are my two guys. So thanks to you Jeff, I feel like I have options that excite me. Who knows how it will turn out, but these alternatives have put me in a position where I at least have a chance! A pretty cool feeling after essentially losing Ronnie Brown, Marshawn Lynch, and Joseph Addai. Please let me know if you disagree, or if this logic makes sense.

Could be worse. I would go with Harrison and Ganther .... Good luck this week.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff: Redraft, grabbing a DEF for week 15 (I have bye for week 14) and dropping one guy. PPR.

My choices:

SEA v TB

HOU @ STL

CIN @ SD is my current play

Thoughts? I like Houston playing STL (but they're away and seem avg) and I like SEA playing at home (but TB has been relatively efficient)

Also choosing one to drop (have been holding on to these guys in hopes of a wildcard/surprise):

Felix Jones

Justin Forsett

Chris Brown

I would go with Houston playing against Boller and StL. He throws picks and the Texans could jump out to a lead. Plus you get Jacoby Jones as a returner. I would drop Brown unless he is a starter for your team. The situation looks like a big mess on the horizon.

 

[manhands]

Hey Jeff. I've got rothlisberger and Garrard. Considering the weather conditions and the fact that Garrard is at home, who should I play?

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff. I've got rothlisberger and Garrard. Considering the weather conditions and the fact that Garrard is at home, who should I play?

I like Garrard to play well against the young, very young, Miami secondary. I would go with him .. safer with similar upside, imo.

 

[manhands]

Hey Jeff. I've got rothlisberger and Garrard. Considering the weather conditions and the fact that Garrard is at home, who should I play?

I like Garrard to play well against the young, very young, Miami secondary. I would go with him .. safer with similar upside, imo.

Thanks Jeff. I was leaning that way anyway. Needed confirmation.

 

[oscarz]

Hey Jeff

I am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.

Which player would you play at TE this week?

1. Olsen vs GB

2. Celek @ NYG

Also which 2 players would you start at flex?

1. One of the above TE's

2. Hester (WR) vs GB

3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash

4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash

5. Greene (RB) @ TB

6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)

7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz

8. Thomas (WR) @ Oak

Thanks for your help.

 

[dallasfan54]

ppr....fred davis or brent celek. celeks thumb injury and lack of production in his last 2 games is a concern. meanwhile, davis os on the rise.

your thoughts?

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.Which player would you play at TE this week?1. Olsen vs GB 2. Celek @ NYGAlso which 2 players would you start at flex?1. One of the above TE's2. Hester (WR) vs GB3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash5. Greene (RB) @ TB6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz8. Thomas (WR) @ OakThanks for your help.

At TE, I would go with Celek. Not a fan of any Bear this week. I like Devin Thomas at one of your flex. The last one is very tough. I think I would risk it with either Greene or McFadden. They have the most upside.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

ppr....fred davis or brent celek. celeks thumb injury and lack of production in his last 2 games is a concern. meanwhile, davis os on the rise.your thoughts?

It is very close. I see negatives on both. Celek has the injury. Davis' numbers last week were inflated due to the huge game by Campbell. I just do not see it in consecutive games. This is a tough one. Since Wash plays OAK, I would lean very slightly toward Davis, even though Celek has a better shot at a TD.

 

[oscarz]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.Which player would you play at TE this week?1. Olsen vs GB 2. Celek @ NYGAlso which 2 players would you start at flex?1. One of the above TE's2. Hester (WR) vs GB3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash5. Greene (RB) @ TB6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz8. Thomas (WR) @ OakThanks for your help.

At TE, I would go with Celek. Not a fan of any Bear this week. I like Devin Thomas at one of your flex. The last one is very tough. I think I would risk it with either Greene or McFadden. They have the most upside.

Thanks. I agree with Celek and was leaning that way. I thought about Olsen as one flex but i am also not convinced and I do like Thomas. What are your thoughts about Morgan as I see he is ranked high on the footballguys week 14 projections and actually ranked ahead of Thomas? Thanks again....

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.Which player would you play at TE this week?1. Olsen vs GB 2. Celek @ NYGAlso which 2 players would you start at flex?1. One of the above TE's2. Hester (WR) vs GB3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash5. Greene (RB) @ TB6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz8. Thomas (WR) @ OakThanks for your help.

At TE, I would go with Celek. Not a fan of any Bear this week. I like Devin Thomas at one of your flex. The last one is very tough. I think I would risk it with either Greene or McFadden. They have the most upside.

Thanks. I agree with Celek and was leaning that way. I thought about Olsen as one flex but i am also not convinced and I do like Thomas. What are your thoughts about Morgan as I see he is ranked high on the footballguys week 14 projections and actually ranked ahead of Thomas? Thanks again....

I think Asomugha will defend Santana and OAK gives it up to WR2s. Plus, Campbell is gaining confidence in Thomas. On Morgan, it is tough to rely on him with the way AZ played Monday. I do not know why he is ranked highly, but I assume it is because Dodds expects SF to pass a lot to catch up. SF is playing in spread offense a lot of late so I can see it. Crabtree is the SF WR I expect to have a big game. I could see Morgan over Thomas, but I like Thomas more.

 

[oscarz]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.Which player would you play at TE this week?1. Olsen vs GB 2. Celek @ NYGAlso which 2 players would you start at flex?1. One of the above TE's2. Hester (WR) vs GB3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash5. Greene (RB) @ TB6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz8. Thomas (WR) @ OakThanks for your help.

At TE, I would go with Celek. Not a fan of any Bear this week. I like Devin Thomas at one of your flex. The last one is very tough. I think I would risk it with either Greene or McFadden. They have the most upside.

Thanks. I agree with Celek and was leaning that way. I thought about Olsen as one flex but i am also not convinced and I do like Thomas. What are your thoughts about Morgan as I see he is ranked high on the footballguys week 14 projections and actually ranked ahead of Thomas? Thanks again....

I think Asomugha will defend Santana and OAK gives it up to WR2s. Plus, Campbell is gaining confidence in Thomas. On Morgan, it is tough to rely on him with the way AZ played Monday. I do not know why he is ranked highly, but I assume it is because Dodds expects SF to pass a lot to catch up. SF is playing in spread offense a lot of late so I can see it. Crabtree is the SF WR I expect to have a big game. I could see Morgan over Thomas, but I like Thomas more.

Thanks again Jeff. So to clarify at flex spot #1 you would go with Thomas and at flex spot #2 you would go with who? (Greene, McFadden, Morgan or Olsen?)And lastly which team Defence is a better play this week? Green Bay or New Orleans?Sorry for the long winded email. Thanks again for your advice.

 

[Chief]

Hi Jeff,

I managed to squeak out a W last week and find myself still in the running.

I am playing one of the weaker teams this week, so I don't need a home-run. But I need to make sure I am fielding the best team.

I've got two questions:

[1] Which two RBs would be the better plays? My RB Russian Roulette continues to scare me.

Jacobs finally broke out....but this implies that he will continue to score a 74 yd catch&run. His rushing totals are still horrid.

Brown likewise would have been a waste were it not for his TD.

I have Moats also, but the RBBC is unclear there. Brown got the start, but Moats got most of the touches.

Picked up Ganther and am seriously considering rolling with him since the Rock seems to be fizzling.

Forsett and Buckhalter both seem to be afterthoughts

[2] Should I drop Greg Olsen for Fred Davis or maybe Bo Scaife?

I saw in an earlier post you were not high on any Chicago players. I thought Olsen finally was breaking through, but one yard??? maybe I am just over-reacting? He is still the #8 TE in our league...

STARTERS

Brady, Tom QB NE CAR

Brown, Chris RB HOU SEA Dome

Jacobs, Brandon RB NYG PHI

Jackson, DeSean WR PHI @NYG

Owens, Terrell WR BUF @KC

Olsen, Greg TE CHI GB

Hartley, Garrett K NO @ATL Dome

Ravens DST DET

BENCH

Buckhalter, Correll RB DEN @IND Dome

Forsett, Justin RB SEA @HOU Dome

Ganther, Quinton RB WAS @OAK

Moats, Ryan RB HOU SEA Dome

Maclin, Jeremy WR PHI @NYG

Cardinals DST @SF

Thank you again.

 

[TexanFan]

Hey Jeff,

1st R of playoffs, thought my lineup was set, but with he forecast in CLE, rethinking things:

QB:

Roethlisberger v CLE

Garrard v MIA

Flacco v DET (WW)

TE: PPR

Miller v CLE

Finley v CHI

and 1 not related to CLE:

WR: need to start 1 - PPR

Maclin v NYG

Bess v JAX

Thanks! I enjoy your posts.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey JeffI am in a PPR league and need to win this week to get into playoffs.Which player would you play at TE this week?1. Olsen vs GB 2. Celek @ NYGAlso which 2 players would you start at flex?1. One of the above TE's2. Hester (WR) vs GB3. McFadden (RB) vs Wash4. Schilens (WR) vs Wash5. Greene (RB) @ TB6. Cartwright (RB) @ Oak (although I just read that he is now back-up to Ganther who someone just picked up off waivers)7. Morgan (WR) vs Ariz8. Thomas (WR) @ OakThanks for your help.

At TE, I would go with Celek. Not a fan of any Bear this week. I like Devin Thomas at one of your flex. The last one is very tough. I think I would risk it with either Greene or McFadden. They have the most upside.

Thanks. I agree with Celek and was leaning that way. I thought about Olsen as one flex but i am also not convinced and I do like Thomas. What are your thoughts about Morgan as I see he is ranked high on the footballguys week 14 projections and actually ranked ahead of Thomas? Thanks again....

I think Asomugha will defend Santana and OAK gives it up to WR2s. Plus, Campbell is gaining confidence in Thomas. On Morgan, it is tough to rely on him with the way AZ played Monday. I do not know why he is ranked highly, but I assume it is because Dodds expects SF to pass a lot to catch up. SF is playing in spread offense a lot of late so I can see it. Crabtree is the SF WR I expect to have a big game. I could see Morgan over Thomas, but I like Thomas more.

Thanks again Jeff. So to clarify at flex spot #1 you would go with Thomas and at flex spot #2 you would go with who? (Greene, McFadden, Morgan or Olsen?)And lastly which team Defence is a better play this week? Green Bay or New Orleans?Sorry for the long winded email. Thanks again for your advice.

Defense ... both are good. But I would go with NO because Redman gives up a lot of sacks. Both very good options. At Flex2, I like Greene, McFadden and Morgan all close. I think Greene has most upside with McFadden probably safest. I would go with one of the two RBs depending how much risk you want.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hi Jeff,I managed to squeak out a W last week and find myself still in the running. I am playing one of the weaker teams this week, so I don't need a home-run. But I need to make sure I am fielding the best team.I've got two questions:[1] Which two RBs would be the better plays? My RB Russian Roulette continues to scare me. Jacobs finally broke out....but this implies that he will continue to score a 74 yd catch&run. His rushing totals are still horrid.Brown likewise would have been a waste were it not for his TD.I have Moats also, but the RBBC is unclear there. Brown got the start, but Moats got most of the touches.Picked up Ganther and am seriously considering rolling with him since the Rock seems to be fizzling.Forsett and Buckhalter both seem to be afterthoughts[2] Should I drop Greg Olsen for Fred Davis or maybe Bo Scaife?I saw in an earlier post you were not high on any Chicago players. I thought Olsen finally was breaking through, but one yard??? maybe I am just over-reacting? He is still the #8 TE in our league...STARTERSBrady, Tom QB NE CAR Brown, Chris RB HOU SEA DomeJacobs, Brandon RB NYG PHI Jackson, DeSean WR PHI @NYG Owens, Terrell WR BUF @KC Olsen, Greg TE CHI GB Hartley, Garrett K NO @ATL DomeRavens DST DET BENCH Buckhalter, Correll RB DEN @IND DomeForsett, Justin RB SEA @HOU DomeGanther, Quinton RB WAS @OAK Moats, Ryan RB HOU SEA DomeMaclin, Jeremy WR PHI @NYG Cardinals DST @SF Thank you again.

Give me Davis over Olsen. More upside and Washington is better in passing game right now. At RB, I think I would start Ganther at one of the spots. They play OAK and get a good matchup. The other one is tough. The one positive with Jacobs is that at least you know his role. I see HOU as a mess. Hard to guess right. It could be Moats, brown or even Arian Foster or Chris Henry. Ganther and Jacobs ... but not too excited about it. Good luck and here is to hoping for a big game from Ganther.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff,1st R of playoffs, thought my lineup was set, but with he forecast in CLE, rethinking things:QB:Roethlisberger v CLEGarrard v MIAFlacco v DET (WW)TE: PPRMiller v CLEFinley v CHIand 1 not related to CLE:WR: need to start 1 - PPRMaclin v NYGBess v JAXThanks! I enjoy your posts.

Thank you for the kind words. At QB, I would go the safe route with Garrard against a young Miami secondary. He has played well at home this year. Ben does not seem to have any more upside, but a lot of risk with the weather and Ward out. At TE, that is a close one. I would lean toward Miller, but it is close. Ben might rely on him more without Ward. At WR, I think I would go with Bess in PPr. He seems to catch five balls most weeks. He is safer but Maclin has the better chance to score. Good luck.

 

[Bunky]

couple of wdis for the opening round.

locked in are

sjax

welker

moss

right now i have mcnabb starting, but thinking about flacco and alex smith as possibilities.

my rb2 is looking like charles. i also have stewart and moreno to consider here.

finally, a flex spot. i'm thinking about calvin j here, but i just haven't been able to play him correctly this year...i would consider moreno here as well.

can you offer any thoughts on the qb, rb2 and flex spot that i'm looking at this week?

oh..regular 6pts/td 1pt/25 yds rb/wr, 1pt/50yds qb. no ppr.

thanks

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

couple of wdis for the opening round.locked in aresjaxwelker mossright now i have mcnabb starting, but thinking about flacco and alex smith as possibilities.my rb2 is looking like charles. i also have stewart and moreno to consider here.finally, a flex spot. i'm thinking about calvin j here, but i just haven't been able to play him correctly this year...i would consider moreno here as well. can you offer any thoughts on the qb, rb2 and flex spot that i'm looking at this week?oh..regular 6pts/td 1pt/25 yds rb/wr, 1pt/50yds qb. no ppr. thanks

I would go with McNabb. The NYG DBs are not as good as in past. I would hate to go away from McNabb and lose. I would go with Charles over Moreno. Stewart is not an option as he rarely has two big games in back to back weeks. At Flex, it is a tough one. Even though Indy has a tough run defense, I would go with Moreno> Detroit plays Baltimore and Culpepper will likely be the QB. I think the odds play is Moreno. Has a better chance at more yardage and the scores. Good luck

 

[JBig Daddy]

Hey Jeff how's it going? so i made the playoffs and man its been a while since i've posted anything here. I placed 3rd in a 7 team weeks 14-16 playoff.

my 8-5 record vs. a 5-8 team. squad is as follows

QB Philip Rivers, SD QB

QB Vince Young, Ten QB

RB Chris Johnson, Ten RB

RB Pierre Thomas, NO RB

RB/WR Pierre Garcon, Ind WR

WR Wes Welker, NE WR

WR Larry Fitzgerald, Ari WR

TE Brent Celek, Phi TE P

DT Darnell Dockett, Ari DT

DE Elvis Dumervil, Den DE, LB

LB Mike Peterson, Atl LB

CB Charles Woodson, GB CB

S Brandon Meriweather, NE S

D/ST Jets D/ST, NYJ D/ST

K Nate Kaeding, SD K

Bench Greg Olsen, Chi TE

Bench Marshawn Lynch, Buf RB

Bench Matthew Stafford, Det QB Q

Bench Roddy White, Atl WR P

Bench LeSean McCoy, Phi RB

Bench Antoine Bethea, Ind S

Bench Mario Williams, Hou DE

Bench Bengals D/ST, Cin D/ST

Bench Ryan Fitzpatrick, Buf QB

Bench Antonio Bryant, TB WR

Bench Robert Meachem, NO WR

Bench Chris Brown, Hou RB (i Just dropped Steve slaton :-(.

Bench Quinton Ganther, Was RB

Got a few questions for you... It's a big time ppr league

1. At my flex position- Roddy white vs. New orleans, Pierre Garcon vs. Denver, Robert Meachem vs. Atl or Lesean Mccoy vs. Giants? Rank em...

Right now i'm leaning towards Pierre garcon as a if it works i'm a genius call. but i'm also towards meachem because clearly he's doing his thing. roddy white is facing new orleans and that sounds like enough to bench him to me.

2. At my rb 2 position this steve Slaton news has just made me want to throw my laptop out the window. do i keep pierre thomas in there although mike bell is KILLIN me. or do i go with Lesean mccoy vs. giants there (considering your not using him for the flex position above)?

3. How much is quinton gather (i did read your notes above) and chris brown worth, ryan moats is still in the FA pool but they are playing stl next week, considering i make it to the next round would i play any of the houston twins over my guys? if so whats theyre rank?

4. Roddy white has a pretty bad playoff schedule. he plays the Revis Factor next week and i am benching him. who goes in his spot at the flex? Robert meachem vs. Dallas, Anotonio bryant vs. Seattle, or Pierre Garcon vs. Jax or Lesean mccoy vs San francisco.

I know its a lot but thanks for your help man.

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Hey Jeff how's it going? so i made the playoffs and man its been a while since i've posted anything here. I placed 3rd in a 7 team weeks 14-16 playoff. my 8-5 record vs. a 5-8 team. squad is as followsQB Philip Rivers, SD QBQB Vince Young, Ten QBRB Chris Johnson, Ten RBRB Pierre Thomas, NO RBRB/WR Pierre Garcon, Ind WRWR Wes Welker, NE WRWR Larry Fitzgerald, Ari WRTE Brent Celek, Phi TE PDT Darnell Dockett, Ari DTDE Elvis Dumervil, Den DE, LBLB Mike Peterson, Atl LBCB Charles Woodson, GB CBS Brandon Meriweather, NE SD/ST Jets D/ST, NYJ D/STK Nate Kaeding, SD KBench Greg Olsen, Chi TEBench Marshawn Lynch, Buf RBBench Matthew Stafford, Det QB QBench Roddy White, Atl WR PBench LeSean McCoy, Phi RBBench Antoine Bethea, Ind SBench Mario Williams, Hou DEBench Bengals D/ST, Cin D/STBench Ryan Fitzpatrick, Buf QBBench Antonio Bryant, TB WRBench Robert Meachem, NO WRBench Chris Brown, Hou RB (i Just dropped Steve slaton :-(. Bench Quinton Ganther, Was RBGot a few questions for you... It's a big time ppr league1. At my flex position- Roddy white vs. New orleans, Pierre Garcon vs. Denver, Robert Meachem vs. Atl or Lesean Mccoy vs. Giants? Rank em...Right now i'm leaning towards Pierre garcon as a if it works i'm a genius call. but i'm also towards meachem because clearly he's doing his thing. roddy white is facing new orleans and that sounds like enough to bench him to me.2. At my rb 2 position this steve Slaton news has just made me want to throw my laptop out the window. do i keep pierre thomas in there although mike bell is KILLIN me. or do i go with Lesean mccoy vs. giants there (considering your not using him for the flex position above)?3. How much is quinton gather (i did read your notes above) and chris brown worth, ryan moats is still in the FA pool but they are playing stl next week, considering i make it to the next round would i play any of the houston twins over my guys? if so whats theyre rank?4. Roddy white has a pretty bad playoff schedule. he plays the Revis Factor next week and i am benching him. who goes in his spot at the flex? Robert meachem vs. Dallas, Anotonio bryant vs. Seattle, or Pierre Garcon vs. Jax or Lesean mccoy vs San francisco.I know its a lot but thanks for your help man.

1. Garcon is a tough guy to sit as how as he is playing. Garcon slightly over Meachem (who I think is going to have a good game) over White, then McCoy.2. I like Thomas this week, especially if Bell sits (as looks like it might happen). 3. Ganther, Moats, Brown ... in that order. Brown may get TDs, but not big games. 4. Next week: Garcon, Meachem, Bryant, McCoy, WhiteThere is a chance that Westbrook comes back. This is why I have McCoy a little lower. Plus, they pull him at goal line. Hope I answered all. Let me know if you have any questions. Good luck this week.

 

[JBig Daddy]

Thanks jeff for the answers man. i'm actually listening to this weeks preview podcast right now. great help man. you know i'm surprised this week you put both meachem and garcon over Roddy white. i'd figure you'd put one of them over him but both is interesting. the stat that meachem has had only 2 less targets than colston in the past 5 games or so (stat i've heard) makes me want to lean towards him. denvers defense has definitly gone down but it has looked like its more against the running game. but thats cool.

so i should be owning moats? not brown? i mean i know talent wise that moats is clearly better then brown but look at the touches. brown has come out of no where with the touches. so whats being said is drop brown pick up moats...

The saying goes for the playoffs "don't get cute" you drafted a guy to play him so play him when it matters, right now thats how i feel about roddy white. matt ryan didn't look his way as much as redman but i got roddy white to solidify my wr's and he's killed me. but he's still number 1 and garcon is 2/3 with collie. i can't argue that pierre carcon has produced but he's only produced off of 5/6 catches. now that i'm looking at whites numbers he's only been good last week. and a last minute td saved me last week. so i guess the real debate is meachem and garcon. what makes garcon over meachem?

 

[Jeff Tefertiller]

Thanks jeff for the answers man. i'm actually listening to this weeks preview podcast right now. great help man. you know i'm surprised this week you put both meachem and garcon over Roddy white. i'd figure you'd put one of them over him but both is interesting. the stat that meachem has had only 2 less targets than colston in the past 5 games or so (stat i've heard) makes me want to lean towards him. denvers defense has definitly gone down but it has looked like its more against the running game. but thats cool. so i should be owning moats? not brown? i mean i know talent wise that moats is clearly better then brown but look at the touches. brown has come out of no where with the touches. so whats being said is drop brown pick up moats...The saying goes for the playoffs "don't get cute" you drafted a guy to play him so play him when it matters, right now thats how i feel about roddy white. matt ryan didn't look his way as much as redman but i got roddy white to solidify my wr's and he's killed me. but he's still number 1 and garcon is 2/3 with collie. i can't argue that pierre carcon has produced but he's only produced off of 5/6 catches. now that i'm looking at whites numbers he's only been good last week. and a last minute td saved me last week. so i guess the real debate is meachem and garcon. what makes garcon over meachem?

Garcon and Meachem benefit from the focus of the defense being on the "studs". Garcon has been red hot or I would not be as high on him. And, Meachem has a great matchup vs Atl. On CBrown/Moats, I would like a week to see how it plays out. Chris Henry and Arian Foster might see action, too. Going forward on White, the one concern for me is Matt Ryan. If Ryan is healthy and playing, I move White to the top. Redman is ok, but I do not have as much faith in him over Mannings and Brees (for Garcon and Meachem). Garcon could have a big game, and looks to have a lower floor than Meachem. But, Meachem could really light up the Falcons. They have had so many injuries in secondary.