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David's Daily Digest

November 29th, 2024

Friday Morning Edition

Week 13: By the Numbers

The Playmakers

When Higgins is on the field, he produces. It’s not been a memorable 2024 season for the Bengals wide receiver having missed 5 games. But in the 6 games he has played, he’s averaging 9.7 targets, 6.3 receptions, and 81.5 yards receiving per game with 4 touchdowns this season. In his last two games against the Steelers (week 13 opponent) Higgins has eclipsed 140 yards receiving. He’s a must start this week. Just my take.

The Soft-hands People

The Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has been the epitome of Mr. Consistent over his last 7 games, scoring in double-digit fantasy points in all seven. McBride is coming off his best performance of the season, with a 12-catch and 133 receiving yards performance. He has yet to touch paydirt this season, but he is the Cards leading receiver this season in receptions (61) and yards (685) and he’s due to cash in. The Vikings have done a pretty good job this season versus tight ends, yielding only two scores, one to Kittle (SF) and the other to Kraft (GB). I like McBride's chances on Sunday to score. Just my Take.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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David's Daily Digest

November 29th, 2024

Friday Morning Edition

Week 13: By the Numbers

The Strong arms

This week looks like a good week to stay with the hot hand of the Broncos quarterback Bo Nix. He could be a nice Week 13 plug and play. He has not only been playing very well recently (his last three games), but in his last four starts at home, he’s scored over 20 fantasy points in each, averaging 25.6 fantasy points. Nix has tossed 11 touchdowns to one interception over those last four home tilts. I like Nix. Just my Take.

The Crazy legs

Running back Alvin Kamara has been a workhorse for the Saints offense this season and over his last three games he’s averaging 25.7 touches and 137.6 yards of offense. Kamara has a tremendous floor, but his scoring drought (last touchdown was back in week 6) has seemingly capped his ceiling. A matchup with the Panthers (14 rushing touchdowns allowed - tied most in NFL) this Sunday could be just what the fantasy doctor ordered. The last time these two teams met, Kamara ran for 155 yards on the ground. Looks like a top 5 week for Kamara. Just my take.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega 

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November 29th, 2024

Friday Morning Edition

Week 13: Waiver Watch

The Chiefs tight end Noad Gray might be the Waiver wire flavor of the week for tight ends, coming off a two touchdown game, but don’t ignore the Bears Cole Kmet’s 10 targets this past Sunday. Also if the Cowboys Jake Ferguson is sidelined again this week Luke Schoonmaker could be trustworthy this week against the Giants coming off back-to-back double digit fantasy scoring in weeks 11 & 12.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 24th, 2024

Sunday Morning Edition

Week 12: By The Numbers

The High-flyers

This Sunday figures to be a great opportunity for the Giants new signal caller (Tommy DeVito) to get well acquainted with his number one receiver Malik Nabers. The Giants leading receiver will be catching passes against a Buccaneers defense that has allowed the 7th most receptions and 6th most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers.

The Gridiron-Grinders

This could be another Travis Kelce Sunday as the Chief big tight end gets set to take on the Carolina Panthers D. The Panthers allow the second most fantasy points to opposing tight ends, including the 3rd most over the past 4 weeks. Kelce figures to be a busy target in the red zone and a good bet for a touchdown.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 23rd, 2024
Saturday Evening Edition

Week 12: By The Numbers

The Gun-Slingers

Over his last four starts, Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix has been a stud for fantasy owners (fantasy QB4 during this stretch - 23.1 pts/game) and a difference maker on the gridiron. He’s averaging 257 yards passing, 2.2 touchdowns, 24.2 completions, and 72.9 completion percentage during this four week span. He is coming off his best passing performance of the season in week 11 with 307 yards passing and 4 touchdowns, and looks poised to continue his success this week against a Las Vegas fantasy defense that is ranked 29th versus opposing quarterbacks.

The Work-Horses

Sunday could be the perfect storm for the Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt. He shouldn’t have much of a problem hitting 20 carries this week facing the Carolina Panthers. The Panthers have allowed the 2nd most rushing yards (1,339 yards) and the most fantasy points to opposing running backs.

That's my take
~David G. Ortega

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November 17th, 2024

Sunday morning Edition

Week 11: By The Numbers

The Wide Receivers

The Steelers playmaking wide receiver, George Pickens just keeps doing George Pickens things on Sundays, adding only his second receiving touchdown of the season, a week ago with a spectacular grab. Over the past four weeks, Pickens is the fantasy WR8, with 14 receptions for 276 receiving yards (19.7 y/r), with his touchdown last week. It’s a divisional matchup today versus the Ravens, the league’s worst defense against the pass; most passing yards (314.4 yards/game) and touchdowns (21) allowed. The Ravens have also allowed the 2nd most receptions to wide receivers. Pickens has Top-10 sights today with a probable score. Just my take.

Coming off a poor showing in Week 10, the Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson still remains a top flight receiver in fantasy over the past month. Over his last four contests Wilson is the fantasy WR12, collecting 24 balls (33 targets) with 305 yards receiving and two scores. Wilson faces a Colts defense that ranks middle of the pack versus wide receivers, although they have allowed the 7th most receiving yards to the position this season, including the 3rd most over the past two weeks. Wilson is locked and loaded for a bounce back game.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 16th, 2024

Saturday Evening Edition

Week 11: By The Numbers

The Running Backs

The Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has been on a heater the past 4 weeks, averaging nearly 20 fantasy points per game. During the stretch he has totaled 379 yards rushing, 3 rushing touchdowns, 10 catches, and 98 yards receiving, good enough for the fantasy RB5 (tied) spot. His matchup on Sunday looks like a great opportunity to improve these numbers facing a Jaguars defense ranked 30th versus opposing running backs. The Jaguars have been particularly vulnerable versus the pass, allowing the 5th most receptions (58), 4th most receiving yards (463), and 4 touchdowns (2nd most) to running backs. Gibbs is locked in as a must start and strong DFS play.

Quietly, since week 6, the Packers running back Josh Jacobs has been the fantasy RB8 (points per game). Over his last four games, Jacobs has averaged 90 rushing per game with a 5.3 yards per carry average (ranked 6th - minimum 30 carries during this time) and 3 touchdowns. Sunday’s matchup against the Bears sets up an opportunity for continued success. The Bears defense (ranked 15th versus opposing running backs) has allowed the 11th most yards on the ground (1,004) and allows 4.9 yards per carry (ranked 27th in the league). Jacobs should be in line for a productive day on the ground.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 16th, 2024

Saturday Evening Edition

Week 11: By The Numbers

The Quarterbacks

Since week 6 the Niners quarterback Brock Purdy has been the fantasy QB4 (during his 4 game stretch), with 9 total touchdowns (6 pass, 3 rush) and 270 yards passing per game. In his week 6 matchup on the road against the Seahawks (week 11 opponent), Purdy threw for 255 yards and tossed 3 scores. Facing the Seahawks 15th ranked defense versus opposing quarterbacks the last 4 weeks, Purdy should be primed for a big Sunday with most of his horses (CMC, Deebo, Jennings, and Kittle) in the stable.

Sunday night should be filled with plenty of fireworks with the Los Angeles Chargers playing host to the Cincinnati Bengals. The Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has been hot over his last three games (fantasy QB6 during this stretch), averaging better than 21 fantasy points per game with 6 total touchdowns and better than 240 yards passing per game. He’ll match up against a Bengals defense that allows the 5th most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. Herbert needs to be in lineups this week.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 16th, 2024

Saturday morning Edition

Week 11 (Late) Waiver Watch

As we enter the back stretch of the fantasy season, the upcoming bye weeks can present challenges. With only the likes of Baker Mayfield and Kyler Murray on bye, most of the big guns under center are available. But if you are lean under center this week, Derek Carr may be a consideration in Week 11. Modestly owned in ESPN and NFL leagues, Carr is coming off his second best statistical performance of the season, posting over 20 fantasy points only for the second time this season. With a week 11 clash versus a Browns defense that has allowed 19 or more fantasy points to opposing QBs in 5 of their last 7 games, Carr is in play.

Hardly owned in fantasy leagues across the board, the Bills tight end Dawson Knox has to be the week 11 Sunday Sleeper. The Chiefs (Bills week 11 opponent) are ranked 31st in fantasy versus opposing tight ends, surrendering the 3rd most receptions (60) and the most receiving yards (698) to the position. The Bills will be without the services of starting tight end Dalton Kincaid, opening the door to a potential breakout day for Knox. If you’re not starting a top 10 tight end this week, Knox needs to be on your radar as a potential plug and play for week 11.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 10th, 2024

Sunday morning Edition

Week 10: Fire and Ice

Who’s Hot 

The Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs has posted four rushing touchdowns in his last three games, while averaging 102.6 yards rushing. Next Opponent Texans D - ranked 3rd versus opposing RB.

The Chargers rookie wide receiver Ladd McConkey (fantasy WR14 the past 3 weeks) has tallied 16 receptions, for 221 yards receiving, and two scores. Next Opponent Titans D - ranked 4th versus opposing WR.

Who’s Not

The Steelers running back Jaylen Warren was expected to be more impactful in the run game this season, but injuries delayed his start and as of late he’s been relatively quiet. In his last three games he’s averaging 11.3 touches, 46 yards of offense, and Coming out of the bye week, he will be tough to trust. Next opponent Commanders D - ranked 12th versus opposing RB.

The Bears wide receiver DJ Moore has all but disappeared the past several weeks. In his last three starts Moore has totaled 10 catches for 80 yards receiving with zero touchdowns; 3.3 receptions and 26.6 yards receiving average. He’ll be a shaky start on Sunday facing the Patriots secondary. Next opponent Patriots D - ranked 19th versus opposing WR.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 10th, 2024

Sunday morning Edition

Sunday Morning Gametime

Week 10 FF Notes

Cardinals defense has allowed 264.5 yards passing per game their past four games, including a 66% completion rate with just one interception. Next Opposing QB - Aaron Rodgers, NYJ

The Saints run defense has been struggling mightily the past four weeks, allowing the 5th most rushing yards (509) and a league worst 5.5 yards per carry. Their 7 rushing touchdowns allowed during this stretch, most allowed. Next Opposing RB - Bijan Robinson, ATL.

The Vikings secondary played well last week against the Colts, but this is coming off of consecutive weeks getting torched by opposing wideouts for 388 yards and five touchdowns. This could be another good outing for the Vikes D facing the Jaguars backup QB on Sunday. Next opposing WR - Brian Thomas Jr, JAX

The Jaguars defense has allowed an average of 6.5 receptions, 51.0 yards receiving, and .75 receiving touchdowns over the past four weeks, ranked 28th versus opposing tight ends in this stretch. Next opposing TE - TJ Hockenson, Min.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 9th, 2024

Saturday Evening Edition

Week 10: By the Numbers

The Tight Ends

Get ready for another Kelce Sunday? The Chiefs prolific and future Hall of Fame tight end Travis Kelce has turned it up another notch over the past several weeks. Since week 7, Kelce has been the fantasy TE2, only behind the Buccaneers Cade Otton. His numbers over this stretch among other tight ends, 28 receptions (1st), 33 targets (1st), and 207 yards receiving (4th). While he’s been good, he’s only found the end zone once during this stretch. The Broncos defense has been good this season versus opposing tight ends and have typically contained Kelce - I see a cooling trend on Sunday with Kelce being a long shot to find the end zone.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega

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November 9th, 2024

Saturday Evening Edition

Week 10: By the Numbers

The Wide Receivers

Mr. Garrett Wilson, the Jets 2nd year receiver has been mister reliable this season. Since week 5, Wilson is the number one fantasy wide receiver with the most receptions, targets, and fantasy points - the second most yards and touchdowns. Wilson has had at least 8 targets and 5 receptions since week 3 and over 90 yards receiving in 4 of his last 5 games. Sunday the Jets face the Cardinals and Wilson will get a shot at a secondary that’s allowed the 6th most receiving yards (651) and 5th most receptions (51) to opposing wide receivers the past 4 weeks. Take the over for receptions and yards on Sunday.

The Falcons travel to New Orleans this week and wide receiver Darnell Mooney figures to be one of Kirk Cousins primary weapons, along with wideout Drake London. Since week 5, Mooney has been the fantasy WR10, one spot behind his teammate London. During this stretch Mooney has racked up 26 catches with 363 yards receiving with 4 touchdown grabs. The Saints will be without one of their top corners on Sunday (Marshon Lattimore traded this week), and while there is no guarantee, Mooney has to be a strong bet to hit pay dirt. I love his chances - That’s my take.

That's my take

~David G. Ortega