Players On The Move
(WEEK 11 WAIVER WIRE)
In a season that has been marked by the sudden rise of the rookie running back, Week 10 took a bit of a turn and was filled with big performances coming from the tight end position. Names like Gonzales, Winslow, and Scheffler led the way this past week with solid play in the receiving game. Week 11 will offer no shortage of tight ends with a full slate of games and with some of the more notables returning, i.e., Romo, Bush, Parker, and Johnson the right decisions for your weekly line up gets tougher and tougher to make. With the clock winding down on waiver wire moves and/or trade deadlines, in the words of Willy Wonka, get your Golden Ticket here.
Willy Wants Ya (Weekly) "Golden Tickets"
This week's Tickets...
QB-Brady Quinn (Cle)....the Brown's quarterback was impressive in his first start, even if it was the Bronco's defense that he faced. Owners will likely go nuts this week trying pick up the former Fighting Irish, but should be careful lending a lot of weight on how he played last Thursday night, considering who he faced. His performance was impressive and in Dynasty leagues he'll offer much more value for the future, but for now the jury is likely still out on this one.
TE-Kevin Boss (NYG)....the Giants tight end has quickly become a fantasy favorite scoring in his third straight game. Boss has clearly become one of Eli's hot targets in the red-zone this season and considering the lack of depth at the TE position in fantasy this year, his value is on the rise. If Boss is still lingering on the waiver wire, he's a must grab and with the way the offense is playing he should be a safe low end TE1 the rest of the way.
TE-Dustin Keller (NYJ)....a big Week 10 surprise, was the play of the Jets rookie tight end Dustin Keller. Coming into the season, Keller was a preseason sleeper favorite, especially with the acquisition of tight end friendly quarterback Brett Favre. Against the Rams Keller showed fantasy owners and the Jets, just what the kid can do when utilized. Owners should expect this trend to continue and make a move for the rookie if you can.
More "MEN ON THE MOVE"...
So here's where it get exciting kids. We've reached the back stretch of the 2008 NFL season, the dogs have been turned loose and there are no more bye weeks to consider. With all your options now available and in play, where can fantasy owners turn for help and where will these "Men on the Move" land in Week 11.
QB-Tyler Thigpen (KC).....the Chiefs quarterback has been solid in his last three starts, including two of those with passer ratings over 108. With weapons like tight end Tony G and wide receiver Dwayne Bowe, Thigpen's confidence is growing and he continues to get better and better. Fantasy owners will eye Thigpen as a viable QB2 option and with LJ coming back and the Saints up next, he's got a great Week 11 matchup.
TE- Bo Scaife (TEN).....the Titan's tight end has become a solid fantasy option this season. On a team that is predominantly a run team, Scaife has emerged as the team's leading receiver and quarterback Kerry Collin's go to receiver. Scaife has 42 receptions this season, including 10 last Sunday against the Bears. Fantasy owners looking for steady play at the tight spot should grab the Titan now.
TE-Todd Heap (BAL).....the Ravens tight end has been relatively quiet and forgotten for the most part of this season. Last Sunday Heap was targeted a season high 6 times and came on like a gang buster registering 5 catches, including two for touchdowns. Heap has always had ability and great size, so look for the Raven's to finally start taking advantage of his play-making skills in the pass game.
WR-Tedd Ginn Jr (Mia).....the Dolphin's 2nd year receiver is finally coming into his own this season and has really come on in his last four starts with 18 receptions for 328 yards and a touchdown. Ginn Jr has tremendous playmaking ability and appears to finding his groove with his new quarterback. Look for Ginn's number to continue to be called and his production to increase.
"DIAMONDS IN THE ROUGH"
Fantasy owners are always "Searching the scrap heaps" looking for those hidden gems to shine at the right moment. Could this week's "Diamonds in the rough" be one of our fantasy studs of tomorrow?.....
Your Week 11 Deep Sleepers...
WR-Donte Stallworth (Cle)....the Brown's receiver is finally healthy and participating on Sunday. In Week 10 Stallworth found himself involved in the passing game with 4 catches for 48 yards. Stallworth has not see much action this season due to injuries, but if he can remain healthy, he could become a possible sleeper down the stretch.
WR-Brandon Jones (TEN).....it has been a long time coming, but could the Titans have finally found their go to wide receiver? Jones has been contributing steady the last several weeks, including 8 receptions in Week 10 and 16 in his last three games. With Justin Gage taking forever to get back on the field, owners can expect to see more of Jones in the passing game.
RB-Julius Jones (Sea)....the Seahawks running back was effective in Week 10 rushing for 88 yards with no passing game in support. With the prospects of Hasselbeck returning in Week 11, Jones could find more room to roam in the running game. Jones is averaging 4.6 yards per carry and could be a decent option once Seattle's offense gets healthy.
WR-Malcom Floyd (SD)....the Chargers receiver has been floating in and out of the waiver wire family since his emergence back in Week 6. Since his insertion into the line up back in Week 6, Floyd has become a big play threat for the Chargers and score in three of his last four games. Floyd was in the starting lineup last Sunday for the injured Chambers and could be there again in Week 11.
RB-Chester Taylor (Min)....the Vikings number two running back is quietly averaging 13 touches per game over his last three games played. In two of the three contest, he has also found the end-zone. Taylor's definitely not worth playing as one of your weekly starters in any formats, but with 13 receptions in his last three games he does offer considerable value as a flex option in PPR leagues.
"LYING IN WAIT" UNDER WATCHFUL EYES...
At this stage of the game most fantasy owners should have their horses in play and set for their stretch run to the playoffs. If you are still looking to fill a few holes left on your rosters and choices appear to be scarce, consider these "Players to watch" as possible candidates to do the trick.
Your Week 11 Players to watch....
RB-Tatum Bell (DEN).....the Bronco's former running back is returning to familiar ground where he once eclipsed the 1,000 yard barrier. He's not a fantasy option at the moment, but give head coach Mike Shanahan time, he can turn any running back into a fantasy stud.
RB-Kevin Smith (DET).....the Lions finally made the move to go with Smith as their starter in Week 10 and the results were solid. Smith rushed for 96 yards, scored a touchdown, and added a 27-yard reception. Now the starter in Detroit, Smith will have a chance to blossom and could see his fantasy value grow.
TE-Daniel Graham (GB)....with the Bronco's tight end Tony Scheffler back in the line up, his opportunities could be limited, but Daniel Graham has scored a touchdown in three of his last four games. The lack of a running game in Denver could mean more balls to go around in the passing game. Keep your eye on the Bronco's "other" tight end.
WR-Sidney Rice (Min)....the Vikings receiver has not been on any kind of tear, but since returning to action, Rice has managed to find the end-zone in two straight games. Rice has not cracked the starting line up yet, but at 6'4" he is always a threat in the red-zone. Keep your eye on Rice, he could eventually work his way into a bigger role in the passing game.
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