Tuesday Edition
November 27th, 2012
David’s Daily Digest
Dwyer to Get the Call in Crowded Backfield
The Steelers may have too many options in the backfield with four healthy running backs; Dwyer, Mendenhall, Redman, and Rainey. Last Sunday proved to be a golden opportunity for one of them to separate himself from the pack, but with 6 fumbles between the four that was hardly the case. Nonetheless the word quickly circulating out of the Steel town is running back Jonathan Dwyer appears to be the favorite and will be the starter on Sunday. Dwyer has been the more effective when given the opportunity and if the rumors are true, look for Dwyer to start and receive the lions’ share of carries on Sunday against Ravens 26th ranked run defense. Dwyer is a safe low value RB2 this week.
McFadden Hopeful to Return to Practice
Running back Darren McFadden has been sidelined for several weeks and has yet to return to practice, but according to head coach Dennis Allen he is hopeful his talented ball carrier can return this week. This is definitely a situation worth monitoring. If McFadden can return to practice this week, check for updates later in the week. If he’s healthy enough to play he could be a nice start this week with the Brown’s 19th ranked run defense coming to town.
Bush A Good Matchup for the Seahawks Game
The Bears running back Michael Bush is built for between the tackles. With starter Matt Forte (ankle) questionable for Sunday’s meeting against the Seahawks, Bush could be a good match up and fantasy play this week. Bush is a no non-sense runner; he’s not going to bounce it outside, but rather take it up the middle and grab what he can. The Seahawks are ranked 12th against the run, so they will likely limit the Bears chances, but Bush will undoubtedly get any red-zone and goal line carries. If you have better options go another direction, but if you are desperate Bush can offer some value (more if Forte sits).
Jackson Shut Down for the Remainder of the Season
The Eagles placed wide receiver DeSean Jackson (rib injury) on the injured reserve ending his season. Jackson started strong this season, but quickly faded into fantasy oblivion taking a nose dive in the last three weeks (just 8 total receptions for 76 yards). With Jackson OUT and questions at the quarterback spot (Foles or Vick), the receiving corp will become more of a committee with no clear cut go-to guy offering significant fantasy value. This is a situation to avoid.
By David Ortega
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