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Who's your D for week 16? (1 Viewer)
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puckalicious
Footballguy
No I think the lesson there is that DET has not mailed it in yet, and the teams playing them are looking past them. I would not start NO or GB defense the next two weeks, I think the odds are quickly climbing that DET could win one of those games.
This is a good question? What other teams are a potential great play in Week 16? Is anyone picking up Cleveland? I like the matchup against the Bengals (even though they did take it to Washington last weekend). Also, what about the Dallas defense? They play Baltimore who also has a great defense, but medicore offense.
ScoobyDoo
Footballguy
I'd tend to agree except Miami did jack fantasy wise as well. And they played San Fran at home West Coast team to the East Coast.Top teams this week. Jets, Vikings, Cowboys. Go figure given their opponents. Do the opposite.
the spanker
Footballguy
SanFran against the Rams?
New England might be on a lot of WW lists, and they get a very predictable Arizona team. Weather could be a factor, and we know Warner is prone to turnover-fests. You also get Hobbs explosive KO return ability as a bonus. I know the D has been ravaged by injuries, but this could be a great matchup as Belicheck should be able to take advantage of facing a one-dimensional offense.
the spanker
Footballguy
Um, there is no way I take a chance on NE D against Kurt and company in my championship game dude.
Same 2 defenses i have, and right now i'm leaning on using the Cowboys.But Bloom is right, NE is probably on waivers on some leagues and may be a good play week 16.
If you risk negative pts for high yardage and points allowed, I understand, but Arizona's pass first attack leaves the ball up for grabs a LOT, and also leaves Warner exposed to lots of sack/fumble plays. They're not a strong play overall, but they are one of the strongest plays of defenses left most on most WWs.the spanker said:
footballnerd
Footballguy
Prob drop INDY for MIN D this week. Also have PHI vs WAS. So it will be between MIN and PHI.
HOU is an interesting matchup too vs OAK.
HOU is an interesting matchup too vs OAK.
the spanker
Footballguy
Yes, my league counts points allowed. Also I believe ARI will try to run the ball more on NE to minimize Kurt turning the ball over. It should be a little easier to run on NE than MIN. Plus they got down so early in the game against MINN they had no choice but to throw 100 percent of the time.You don't like Sanfran vs. the Rams or Bowns vs. Bengals this week as a better play?
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St Louis is showing signs of life on offense, and the Niners did not get one takeaway yesterday vs a middling Miami offense.The Browns are a little more interesting, Fitzpatrick has been a turnover machine at times, but with no offense to speak of, I'm not sure they can force the Bengals into high risk situations by getting a lead, although weather could be a nice factor... stay tuned.
ourmanflint
Footballguy
Cowboys are on my waiver wire and I will try to pick them up. I also have Miami but I really like the Cowboys next week against the Ravens.Last 3 games they have 8, 5 and 7 sacks. They are getting at least 2 turnovers every week. And they have been stingy with the points and yards allowed.My opponent has the Jets and I expect he aims to run them against me.iSnitch said:
JerseyEagles
Footballguy
Cowboys seem like a good bet, if nothing else it's doubtful the Ravens will score many points. I have been rotating Colts, Cowboys and Cards, and after this past weekend, I certainly won't be using the Colts in my championship game. 
blackjack23
Footballguy
Sigmund Bloom said:
The same NE defense that allowed 26 pts to OAK and had 1 sack and 1 TO?blackjack23
Footballguy
Im deciding between DAL & HOU
videoguy505
Footballguy
Miami vs. KC for now, but possibly going to change depending on who's on the wire. For some reason, Carolina's available vs. the Giants, but I'd hate to have to rely on a team going against the Champs in my title game.
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Buckeyedawgs
Footballguy
Browns have been stingy against opposing qb's. Shut down Peyton Manning and Edwards recently. See how they do against McNab tonight but they should be on most waivers and if they can shut down Peyton and McNab, they should be able to shut down Fitzpatrick!
In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:
gman74
Footballguy
Ok Bloom want to put a subscription bet on NE St thins week.In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:
brewer
Footballguy
Why would he want to do that, Bloom doesn't have to pay for his subscription?Ok Bloom want to put a subscription bet on NE St thins week.In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:The same NE defense that allowed 26 pts to OAK and had 1 sack and 1 TO?
gman74
Footballguy
I know win win for meWhy would he want to do that, Bloom doesn't have to pay for his subscription? :XOk Bloom want to put a subscription bet on NE St thins week.In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:
joffer
Footballguy
In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:
gman74
Footballguy
How did Oakland do against The Chargers? NE defense just really sucks
videoguy505
Footballguy
Well, after a quick look at the opening line, my options are IND giving up 19 pts, CAR giving up 21 pts and losing, and Miami giving up 18 points. MIA has the lowest over/under of any teams available to me, so that's probably my pick. Simple system, I know, but sometimes actually works.
Spike
Footballguy
The only portion of this I would question is the "sack" part. The Pats just aren't that type of team.
PahtyTom
Footballguy
It might pan out. I might survive if I jump off a bridge. Am I on to something? No.In your typical 1 pt per sack, 2 pts per TO, 6 pts per TD league, the Pats were a top 10 D/ST this week. The Cards, their opponent next week, allowed their opponent (MIN) a top 5 week in most scoring systems. Not to mention that the Pats come home and the Cards go on the road, and weather could force them out of their normal pass happy game.I was just tossing out a D/ST that has a favorable matchup based on current momentum and home field advantage that should also be available on most WWs. I dont expect them to dominate a la Pittsburgh or Baltimore. The fact that two people have mocked what I think is not a very outlandish call makes me wonder if Im on to something.Sigmund Bloom said:The same NE defense that allowed 26 pts to OAK and had 1 sack and 1 TO?
Pat Patriot
Footballguy
I've got Minn and NE in one league. I'm not sure which I will use.
I've got INDY and Miami in my other. I'm probably going to use Miami.
I've got INDY and Miami in my other. I'm probably going to use Miami.
footballnerd
Footballguy
OAK had 7pts and gave up 3 sacks, 3 INTs, and a fumble to SD.
footballnerd
Footballguy
I'm looking at PHI and HOU D too. WAS offense has been giving up some turnovers lately. Campbell USED to be a turnover free QB...... and OAK offense is, well, OAK offense.
footballnerd
Footballguy
Does the loss of Pat Williams have you concerned about MIN D vs Turner?
gonzobill5
Footballguy
probably going with dallas, the d line has played so well lately and i don't think baltimore will score much on offense. though they've been double digits in my league since week 9, so they might not be available.
the cleveland cincy game has potential, but i can't decide which side i like more. last week i thought cincy d would be a better play than the popular washington, and they just might do it again this week. Dorsey threw some AWFUL picks last night, and the only reason cleveland D had a decent showing against philly was because the backups were in the last ten minutes. Kolb handed them a gift TD.
Also, does anyone have the stones to go with denver? important game, at home, against losman? might be sneaky, might be stupid, this d is terrible.
the cleveland cincy game has potential, but i can't decide which side i like more. last week i thought cincy d would be a better play than the popular washington, and they just might do it again this week. Dorsey threw some AWFUL picks last night, and the only reason cleveland D had a decent showing against philly was because the backups were in the last ten minutes. Kolb handed them a gift TD.
Also, does anyone have the stones to go with denver? important game, at home, against losman? might be sneaky, might be stupid, this d is terrible.
thriftyrocker
Footballguy
This is a really tough one. Made it to the SB playing the wire for Ds, but now I get there and all the meaty choices are bad defenses on the road. I am currently trying to decide between the Niners and the Texans. I have Buffalo on my bench but they've done nothing for weeks, and Denver needs a win at home to wrap things up.
sho nuff
Footballguy
Bingo.Had stashed them while I rode Baltimore to the Championship game.But this week...got to go with the D in Big D.
I've been starting Tennessee all year but am very nervous with Haynesworth AND Vanden Bosch both out. I remember how bad their run D got last year without Haynesworth. PIT could put up some serious yards and points.
Any one else in the same boat? :(
Any one else in the same boat? :(
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footballnerd
Footballguy
Actually have PHI D too, and INDY D that I swooped off waivers that got me into the playoffs and saved my team in the first round. Pays to play the match ups. That being said I picked the wrong match up last week (DET or CLE), went with IND over PHI D, but still made it.
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I've got Miami and TN to choose from. I'm leaning Miami, but not so much because I think they'll dominate K.C., more because I don't think the TN D will do a lot verse Pitt with the Hayneswoth & Vanden Bosch out. What makes the TN D good is that they get pressure on the QB while only rushing four.......leaving 7 to cover the pass. But, I certinaly don't expect them to get much pressure on Big Ben if they only send the four D linemen that will be starting this week. If they start bringing more guys to put more pressure........it changes what has made them so strong (7 guys defending the pass). As for the Miami D, I can't fully agree with your assesment that the KC offense is "horrible". They seem to be ok with Thigpen in there. Miami is stronger verse the run than the pass so I expect K.C. to have some success putting the ball in the air and with talented guys like T.G. and Bowe on the receiving end..........I just don't see Miami shutting them down. Hope I'm wrong.
