September 9TH, 2011, Friday
Friday’s Fantasy Watch
The 2011 NFL season got started off with more than a bang last night. The matchup between the Saints and Packers was more like an explosion with a 42-34 final. The contest was played more like a chess match with each team matching the other move for move.
Unfortunately for the Saints, their last move may not have been their best resulting in check-mate for the Pack. But still football fans and fantasy die-hards alike had to be pleased with what they saw. If last night was just a small preview of what is to come this NFL season, then everyone better hold on tight; this could be one wild ride!
Week one is under way and though we saw plenty of fireworks on Thursday night with over 700 yards passing and ten touchdowns scored, there is still a lot more to come on Sunday. With fantasy owners checking the injury reports and latest news-wires, there are some of us madly searching and keeping our eyes open for those hidden gems that could be the difference.
Unfortunately for the Saints, their last move may not have been their best resulting in check-mate for the Pack. But still football fans and fantasy die-hards alike had to be pleased with what they saw. If last night was just a small preview of what is to come this NFL season, then everyone better hold on tight; this could be one wild ride!
Week one is under way and though we saw plenty of fireworks on Thursday night with over 700 yards passing and ten touchdowns scored, there is still a lot more to come on Sunday. With fantasy owners checking the injury reports and latest news-wires, there are some of us madly searching and keeping our eyes open for those hidden gems that could be the difference.
TIM HIGHTOWER, RB (Redskins)
It’s probably a little too soon to start making too many bold predictions, but it’s never out of style to take a leap of faith, especially when you play a game called “fantasy” football. Maybe this is not a big leap, more like a hop, but one player on my watch for Sunday will be Redskins running back Tim Hightower. I saw enough of the kid during the preseason to make a believer of me; his 170 yards rushing and 6.8 rushing average were enough for me.
He’ll face a questionable Giants defense, ranked 8th last season against the run, but banged up and missing a few important cogs on Sunday. Umenyiora (knee) has been ruled out, Tuck (stinger) is uncertain, and team recently lost middle linebacker Jonathan Goff (torn ACL) for the season. This could be a very sweet matchup for Hightower.
MATT HASSELBECK, QB (Titans)
There was probably no one more excited about the signing of running back ChrisJohnson than quarterback Matt Hasselbeck. The 12 year veteran endured some rough times in Seattle, but now in Tennessee with a better offensive line and strong running game with the return of CJ2K, Hasselbeck could suddenly find some of that 2007 form when he threw 28 touchdowns.
This Sunday the former Seahawk will square off against the Jacksonville Jaguars secondary and a pass rush (26 sacks last season) that ranked near the bottom a year ago. With CJ2K in the backfield, that should be able to keep the wolves at bay and allow Hasselbeck time to work the ball to some reliable receivers in (WR) Kenny Britt and (TE) Jared Cook. We wouldn’t look for big numbers on Sunday, but a pair of scores and two bills in the air could make any fantasy owner’s day.
These two may not be in your lineups on Sunday, but if you’re facing tough decisions and not sure where to look for help keep your eyes on these two. They both could provide the relief you might need down the road.
By David Ortega
It’s probably a little too soon to start making too many bold predictions, but it’s never out of style to take a leap of faith, especially when you play a game called “fantasy” football. Maybe this is not a big leap, more like a hop, but one player on my watch for Sunday will be Redskins running back Tim Hightower. I saw enough of the kid during the preseason to make a believer of me; his 170 yards rushing and 6.8 rushing average were enough for me.
He’ll face a questionable Giants defense, ranked 8th last season against the run, but banged up and missing a few important cogs on Sunday. Umenyiora (knee) has been ruled out, Tuck (stinger) is uncertain, and team recently lost middle linebacker Jonathan Goff (torn ACL) for the season. This could be a very sweet matchup for Hightower.
MATT HASSELBECK, QB (Titans)
There was probably no one more excited about the signing of running back ChrisJohnson than quarterback Matt Hasselbeck. The 12 year veteran endured some rough times in Seattle, but now in Tennessee with a better offensive line and strong running game with the return of CJ2K, Hasselbeck could suddenly find some of that 2007 form when he threw 28 touchdowns.
This Sunday the former Seahawk will square off against the Jacksonville Jaguars secondary and a pass rush (26 sacks last season) that ranked near the bottom a year ago. With CJ2K in the backfield, that should be able to keep the wolves at bay and allow Hasselbeck time to work the ball to some reliable receivers in (WR) Kenny Britt and (TE) Jared Cook. We wouldn’t look for big numbers on Sunday, but a pair of scores and two bills in the air could make any fantasy owner’s day.
These two may not be in your lineups on Sunday, but if you’re facing tough decisions and not sure where to look for help keep your eyes on these two. They both could provide the relief you might need down the road.
By David Ortega
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