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Week 01 2023 who should I start thread **OFFICIALLY UNOFFICIAL** (1 Viewer)

kwille said:
12 team 1 QB PPR (TE 1.5 PPR). Need to pick one for flex: Skyy Moore vs DET, LaPorta at KC, Bateman vs. HOU.
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I still La Porta until we see him in this offense.

Moore & Bateman seem like similar options. I could go either way on these two.

My gut is saying Bateman as I do think he is still probably the #1 WR in Baltimore and has proven to be a big play guy so he can make a lot happen with limited targets.

I just don't know how to feel about Moore. He could rise to the #1 in KC and be a monster or he could be part of a whack-a-mole committee in KC that will frustrate fantasy managers all year long.

Bateman>Moore>La Porta
@kwille
If Kelce is out:
S.Moore>Bateman>LaPorta
 
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I certainly hope that Kincaid works out for me as a #1 TE over the year, but for week 1 in ppr, do I play it safe and go with Smith? hmmm

Kincaid (@NYJ)
or
Irv Smith (@Cle)
 
Down Under said:
I certainly hope that Kincaid works out for me as a #1 TE over the year, but for week 1 in ppr, do I play it safe and go with Smith? hmmm

Kincaid (@NYJ)
or
Irv Smith (@Cle)
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I'm not the guy to ask about TEs.

My impulse is to say Kincaid but that Jets defense looks scary good. Plus it's a Monday night roadie and I think the Jets are going to come out strong. Finally rookie TEs do seem to struggle historically...but is Kincaid really a TE?

Smith>Kincaid
 
Full PPR flex conundrum..

Mostert @ LAC
Aiyuk @ PIT

Starting Brown and Allen in my WR slots, Barkley and James Cook in my RB slots.
 
1320kid said:
Full PPR flex conundrum..

Mostert @ LAC
Aiyuk @ PIT

Starting Brown and Allen in my WR slots, Barkley and James Cook in my RB slots.
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I'm thinking Mostert. Not a huge fan but he's the starter and this could be a track meet type game, so maybe some scoring opportunities.

Aiyuk seems like a fourth option on the road in a tough matchup.

Mostert>Aiyuk
 
It's only week 1 and I have a few dilemma's to consider. Standard scoring non-ppr league. I need 2 out of this bunch:

Akers vs SEA
K Herbert vs GB
D. Cook vs BUF
D. Smith vs NE
Locket vs LAR

As of today, I am leaning toward D Smith and Akers. With Cook playing on Monday night, I don't think I will get a definitive answer on Hall. If I knew he was going to be out, I would slot Cook in for Akers.

Thoughts?
 
Should i start the Jets DST against a good buffalo O who is prone to making mistakes
Or should i pick up either atlanta or Minn against carolina or TB respectively
 
Guillotine League(so this is shoe leather ugly), standard scoring, have to salvage the loss of Kupp... pick two

Tutu Atwell
Cobb
Ritichie James
Trey McBride (or Hunter Henry, one can play TE)
Kelley
Kyren Williams
Mack Hollins

Have Deonte Hardy and Jake Bobo on the wire as well

Have Tutu and Cobb in at the moment
 
Goooals said:
It's only week 1 and I have a few dilemma's to consider. Standard scoring non-ppr league. I need 2 out of this bunch:

Akers vs SEA
K Herbert vs GB
D. Cook vs BUF
D. Smith vs NE
Locket vs LAR

As of today, I am leaning toward D Smith and Akers. With Cook playing on Monday night, I don't think I will get a definitive answer on Hall. If I knew he was going to be out, I would slot Cook in for Akers.

Thoughts?
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that's probably the play, but I would have Lockett considered in for Akers, who I dont love.
 
Goooals said:
It's only week 1 and I have a few dilemma's to consider. Standard scoring non-ppr league. I need 2 out of this bunch:

Akers vs SEA
K Herbert vs GB
D. Cook vs BUF
D. Smith vs NE
Locket vs LAR

As of today, I am leaning toward D Smith and Akers. With Cook playing on Monday night, I don't think I will get a definitive answer on Hall. If I knew he was going to be out, I would slot Cook in for Akers.

Thoughts?
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Akers is probably the right choice. No real competition for touches, Seattle has a suspect defense and with cup out who else is going move the offense?

Devonta is a good a choice as any of your other options who all have someone potentially eating into their production.

Yeah, I agree with your choices.
 
dmac37 said:
12 team 1PPR, need 2 of these:

Swift
Toney
Gabe
Pittman
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Swift for sure. He's healthy, the starter (I think), has a great offense around him and your other options are troubling.

I don't play Toney before I see Toney stay on the field for four quarters.

Gabe is on a great offense but I hate his inconsistent usage, the Bills added targets to the offense and this stands to be a tough matchup. But he probably has the most explosive upside of the remaining options.

I like Pittman a lot but what can we possibly say about his upside with Richardson at QB? No earthly idea. But I also don't know who else Richardson will throw to.

Coin toss between Gabe & Pittman so I go with the better offense.

Swift>>>Gabe>Pittman>Toney
@dmac37
We might need to rethink this one if Kelce is out.
Swift>>Toney>Gabe>Pittman
 
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kface said:
Should i start the Jets DST against a good buffalo O who is prone to making mistakes
Or should i pick up either atlanta or Minn against carolina or TB respectively
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I wouldn't overthink it. Why draft the Jets at their cost if you are going to stream?

I will repeat my mantra about defenses, they're random number generators. Might as well go with the one that has the best talent.
 
Smack Tripper said:
Guillotine League(so this is shoe leather ugly), standard scoring, have to salvage the loss of Kupp... pick two

Tutu Atwell
Cobb
Ritichie James
Trey McBride (or Hunter Henry, one can play TE)
Kelley
Kyren Williams
Mack Hollins

Have Deonte Hardy and Jake Bobo on the wire as well

Have Tutu and Cobb in at the moment
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It's rare that I say this but I honestly have no opinion on any of these guys. Anything I say would be a total guess.

IIRC I recall hearing good reports about Richie James, he has the best QB and may be in a high scoring game.

That's all I got.
 
Doubles said:
.5ppr and .5ppfd do I start Jordan Addison vs TB or Michael Thomas vs TEN as my WR3?
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It's really just a wild guess at this point, isn't it? But I probably lean towards the vet Thomas. I haven't heard anything about any setbacks, he has a, mostly, competent QB and shouldn't be seeing a lot of extra attention from defenses with Olave opposite. I also don't anticipate a great running game so the Saints may be passing a bit more.

Thomas>Addison
 
LionOfGosforth said:
Thanks so much for doing this again Chaka, best of luck for the season ahead!

Week 1, ordinarily wouldn't have any questions but I managed to draft Kupp earlier on the same day he had his setback. So I really only have 1 question at flex, assuming Kupp doesn't make it for week 1 which is looking likely. Standard scoring, need 1 from the following list:

Brandon Aiyuk @ Steelers
D.Swift @ Patriots
D.London vs Panthers
Jamaal Williams vs Titans
S.Perine vs Raiders

Thanks!
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Just a hunch but with Kamara suspended I would go with Williams.
 
1 PPR, flex spot.

Swift @NE
or
Mostert @LAC

ESPN greatly favors Mostert in their projections but everyone here and other sites seem to prefer Swift. Also have Addison and Flowers but wasn't really considering them for week 1 until I see their usage.
 
Chaka said:
Smack Tripper said:
Guillotine League(so this is shoe leather ugly), standard scoring, have to salvage the loss of Kupp... pick two

Tutu Atwell
Cobb
Ritichie James
Trey McBride (or Hunter Henry, one can play TE)
Kelley
Kyren Williams
Mack Hollins

Have Deonte Hardy and Jake Bobo on the wire as well

Have Tutu and Cobb in at the moment
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It's rare that I say this but I honestly have no opinion on any of these guys. Anything I say would be a total guess.

IIRC I recall hearing good reports about Richie James, he has the best QB and may be in a high scoring game.

That's all I got.
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I never use this forum but trying to find the least bit of serviceable trash here has me scrambling, I was starting Ritchie but now questionable with a knee
 
Demian said:
1 PPR, flex spot.

Swift @NE
or
Mostert @LAC

ESPN greatly favors Mostert in their projections but everyone here and other sites seem to prefer Swift. Also have Addison and Flowers but wasn't really considering them for week 1 until I see their usage.
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I wouldn't consider Addison or Flowers this week either.

Personally I prefer Swift because he's not injured, definitely has the talent, is on a great offense (we think) and I believe he is the lead back in what doesn't appear to be a very competitive game (on paper). I think 15 opportunities is possible and I think he can do a lot with that kind of volume.

Mind you I think I have a pro-Swift bias for whatever reason.

Mostert also looks like a solid option and doesn't get the credit he deserves. This game could be a track meet so there may definitely be opportunities. He isn't a bad start over Swift. But I think this offense will run through the Tua & the WRs and I question if he can do more with 15 opportunities (his average per start last year) than Swift.

It's close but I like
Swift>Mostert
 
Smack Tripper said:
Chaka said:
Smack Tripper said:
Guillotine League(so this is shoe leather ugly), standard scoring, have to salvage the loss of Kupp... pick two

Tutu Atwell
Cobb
Ritichie James
Trey McBride (or Hunter Henry, one can play TE)
Kelley
Kyren Williams
Mack Hollins

Have Deonte Hardy and Jake Bobo on the wire as well

Have Tutu and Cobb in at the moment
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It's rare that I say this but I honestly have no opinion on any of these guys. Anything I say would be a total guess.

IIRC I recall hearing good reports about Richie James, he has the best QB and may be in a high scoring game.

That's all I got.
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I never use this forum but trying to find the least bit of serviceable trash here has me scrambling, I was starting Ritchie but now questionable with a knee
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Ouch.

Mack Hollins is good for a couple blow up games every year but, good luck figuring out when.
 
Ray Barboni said:
Questions on my QB start. 12TM 4pt passing Dynasty.

Russ Wilson v LV

Brock Purdy @ Pitt

Sam Howell v ARI

if it matters, I’ve got CMC for the Purdy “stack”.

Leaning Russ for veteran bump, but not feeling great about it. Howell probably has the highest ceiling week 1.

Thanks bros.
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This is a tough one for me and comes down to Howell vs Wilson. Both will be missing their WR1s. Both at home against likely not good defenses. I slightly lean Howell.
 
massraider said:
I have a bunch:

Pick 3:
Stefon Diggs
DeAndre Hopkins
Van jefferson
DJ Moore
Mike Williams

Pick 3:
Javonte Williams
Aaron Jones
Antonio Gibson
JK Dobbins

This is the same team, and I could go 2 RB/4WR, but you see what a pain in the nuts this roster is? (by the way, my QB decision all year long here is Lamar vs Jalen)
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Diggs, Hopkins Moore
Jones, Williams, Dobbins
Josh Allen
 
Largent said:
Thanks Chaka!

Tiered PPR - flex spot need 2 of this list:

Flowers vs Texans - I have Lamar and Andrews already suited up
Skyy Moore vs Lions - top WR for KC?
Addison vs Tampa - is he the target machine that was Thielen?
Mims vs Raiders - he's the #2 for now, is it too early to play him though?

Need to decide between these two RB's OR play both and just 1 of the WR's listed above -

Swift @ Pats - what do we know at this point?
Javonte vs Raiders - is this Perrine backfield until we see otherwise?
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Moore, Addison, Swift
 
stubby said:
Standard 14 team league (no PPR)

Sky Moore vs Detroit or
Addison vs Tampa

At first, I was leaning towards sky, but with the news that Toney is actually going to play (how much though, I wonder) I am considering switching over to Addison.
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Agree with Chaka, coin toss. I would very slightly lean Moore.
 
BobbyLayne said:
not a WSIS but rather a should I churn the bottom of my roster

18 x 12 full PPR league, start 3WR + Flex

my 17th round RB was Deuce Vaughn

wondering if I should drop him for Sean Tucker bc of better upside

thinking if White falters and Tucker gets a decent snap share I'll end up having to spend FAAB to get him

(our WW is barren, 69 RBs rostered - Fournette at 5% and Carter at 4% are the only two RBs with ownership above 3% on Yahoo)

OTOH maybe I should wait and see with Vaughn....it's just thinking about season long, I cannot see the little guy ever having a substantial role....whereas it's pretty easy to envision scenarios where Tucker either has a significant timeshare or even becomes the lead back

should I go for the upside or stop with the rosterbation?
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If you are looking for the best chance of playing time go Tucker. I am trying to figure out how to add him as well.
 
J Giles Band said:
Winning IS Everything said:
Jacobs (only to not have both RBs in same game)
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Interesting take... not sure that has ever been on my radar when making a lineup decision. Players on the same team, absolutely.

Thanks
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Honestly I don't think it should be on the radar. I think it is more psychological than anything with the idea of protecting against an ugly, low scoring game.

Predicting game scripts is natural, I do it, but seldom plays out the way we think.

Bottom line is Mixon's production has zero impact on Chubb's production.

But I still like Jacobs>Mixon
 
1 PPR Flex spot needed in 2RB,3WR/TE league. My starters are RBs- McCAF, J.Jacobs WRs- Kelce, Ridley, K.Allen Who should be my Flex? RBs- Mattison ,J.Cooks, C.Akers WRs-D.Johnson, T.Lockett, M.Brown-Ari. or do I try one of the rookies - Skyy Moore, M.Mimms Would appreciate all the help I could get.
 
Chaka said:
J Giles Band said:
Winning IS Everything said:
Jacobs (only to not have both RBs in same game)
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Interesting take... not sure that has ever been on my radar when making a lineup decision. Players on the same team, absolutely.

Thanks
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Honestly I don't think it should be on the radar. I think it is more psychological than anything with the idea of protecting against an ugly, low scoring game.

Predicting game scripts is natural, I do it, but seldom plays out the way we think.

Bottom line is Mixon's production has zero impact on Chubb's production.

But I still like Jacobs>Mixon
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Yeah, I only tend to do this when I have both players ranked close, and one of the games could be a brutal divisional game that could be low scoring for both teams. Otherwise, I would not let it sway me. Regardless, I still had it Chubb/Jacobs.
 
jjtgotts said:
1 PPR Flex spot needed in 2RB,3WR/TE league. My starters are RBs- McCAF, J.Jacobs WRs- Kelce, Ridley, K.Allen Who should be my Flex? RBs- Mattison ,J.Cooks, C.Akers WRs-D.Johnson, T.Lockett, M.Brown-Ari. or do I try one of the rookies - Skyy Moore, M.Mimms Would appreciate all the help I could get.
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For me this comes down to Mattison and Cook. I say Mattison, only because they should walk Tampa out of the stadium.
 
Demian said:
1 PPR, flex spot.

Swift @NE
or
Mostert @LAC

ESPN greatly favors Mostert in their projections but everyone here and other sites seem to prefer Swift. Also have Addison and Flowers but wasn't really considering them for week 1 until I see their usage.
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Just because of matchup I prefer Mostert. We know he will be the RB1 this week (or until he gets hurt in the second quarter). I think we are still kind of unsure of the Swift/Gainwell/Penny usage.
 
jjtgotts said:
1 PPR Flex spot needed in 2RB,3WR/TE league. My starters are RBs- McCAF, J.Jacobs WRs- Kelce, Ridley, K.Allen Who should be my Flex? RBs- Mattison ,J.Cooks, C.Akers WRs-D.Johnson, T.Lockett, M.Brown-Ari. or do I try one of the rookies - Skyy Moore, M.Mimms Would appreciate all the help I could get.
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Good options. I don't go with the rookies or any Cardinal.

I like Cook but hate his matchup so I'd pass.

Diontae has a tougher matchup, but less so with no Bosa. He is also such a great route runner it's tough to believe he could get stymied. Should have an okay PPR floor.

Lockett is terribly underrated for his entire career and it's a great matchup. He's your upside play. If you're nervous about Smith-Bazinga, I get it but I'm not...yet.

Mattison isn't exciting but the Vikings should win and he seems like the only show in town. He should have a decent game.

Akers is the only skill player on the Rams at the moment. He should see 20 opportunities in a plus matchup. But it's tough to think the Rams won't be terrible. Still, volume is king.

Mattison>Akers>Lockett>Diontae
 
12 team .5 PPR

Looking for a flex
Dotson vs ARZ
B Hall vs BUF

Different league same scoring

Need 1 WR and 1 Flex
Cooper vs CIN
Locket vs LAR
Robinson vs ARZ
Pacheco vs DET
 
Wrigley said:
12 team .5 PPR

Looking for a flex
Dotson vs ARZ
B Hall vs BUF

Need 1 WR and 1 Flex
Cooper vs CIN
Locket vs LAR
Robinson vs ARZ
Pacheco vs DET
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Because of matchup and uncertainty pretty clearly

Dotson>Hall

Your other options are really a pick 'em.

I probably play the matchup and hope for a short yardage TD (or a lot more) and go with

Robinson>>everyone else at flex

For your WR it's kind of a coin toss. If it was full PPR I might got with Amari but I like Lockett a lot and he has a better matchup.

Lockett>Amari
 
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