FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

December 24th, 2009 11:30pm PST

David's Daily Digest

[My Take]

More football news and happenings from around the league; here’s the latest I am hearing, reading, and following with my take on things and how they will impact the coming fantasy week……

Player Notes From Across My Wire...

Big Ben and Steelers have a new identity...

After watching the Steelers pull out a miracle win over the Packers last Sunday, it's quite evident with their 37 points and over 500 yards in the air the team has a new identity. The Steelers offense is anchored and led by the arm of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. This season he's having his most productive season under center with career numbers in completions (302) and passing yards (3,849). The offense has also been more productive in the air with 24 passing touchdowns to just nine on the ground.

Frank Gore finishing strong....

The Niners are quickly learning the hard way their success comes hand in hand with running back Frank Gore's production. In the team's last six games when Gore has had more than 20 touches the team has won (three times), when he hasn't they have lost. Gore is coming off consecutive 100-yard rushing games. With very winnable games over the next two weeks, expect Gore to see plenty of work against the Lions and Rams.

Finley becoming a difference maker....

The Packers tight end Jermichael Finley is quickly becoming a household name in team's offense, especially in the red zone. Over the past month Finley has really come on strong as a reliable receiver in the Packer's passing attack. In his last three starts Finley has 21 receptions for 223 yards receiving with three touchdowns. He also has 31 receptions over his last five games and his high number of targets (41) over this stretch make him a strong play down the stretch for fantasy owners.

Vernon Davis: The difference a year makes.....

With the Niners eliminated from any chance for the post season, one of the things this team can look back on in 2009 is the resurrection of tight end Vernon Davis. After a dismal and disappointing 2008 campaign, Davis has rebounded to become the player many experts felt he always had the potential to be. With 69 receptions, a shot at 1,000 yards receiving for 2009 and tied for the league lead with 11 receiving touchdowns, Davis has come full circle in the short time of one season.

IDP Notes....

James Anderson making plays in Carolina….

Since the injuries to linebackers Landon Johnson (knee sprain) and Thomas Davis (torn ACL) that ended their 2009 season, replacement James Anderson has been solid in the lineup for the Panthers. In his four starts Anderson has totaled 33 tackles, including 24 solo with one sack. With a Week 16 matchup with the Giants, Anderson is going to getting plenty of opportunity to improve his numbers.

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