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September 23rd 2017

Saturday Late Night Edition

Who are you Starting & Sitting (Week 3)

Start or Sit

(Sunday’s Games)

Javorius Allen (start) Just like last week, Buck Allen is a start for Week 3 against the Jaguars. He may not do too much treading on the ground, but his pass catching skills will help his value this week. Allen is expected to pick up the load if running back Terrance West is limited or slowed.

Tyrod Taylor (sit) The Bills quarterback has an awful matchup this week facing the Broncos No Fly Zone defense. The Denver defense hasn’t been exactly seal tight, but they seen some pretty good skill position players at the receiver spot (like Dez Bryant and Keenan Allen), something Taylor is lacking. Sit the Bills quarterback.

Kelvin Benjamin (start) The Saints are in town and that means lots of yards all around. The Saints have allowed an avalanche of yards passing and rushing in their first two games. Time for Benjamin owners to reap the rewards of this matchup. Start the Panthers wide out.

Jordan Howard (sit) The Bears starting running back is off to a slow start this season and things may not get any better on Sunday. Howard will line up against the Steelers 8th ranked run defense that allow just 3.3 yards per tote. Sit him.

Ameer Abdullah (start) In what should be a matchup filled with a lot of points on both sides, I really like Abdullah to see a fair amount of carries and overall touches in this matchup. The Falcons allow 5.4 yards per carry, start Abdullah.

Jack Doyle (start) The Colts tight end is the No.13 fantasy TE currently. With a matchup against the Browns defense that’s allowed the most receptions and 3rd most receiving yards to opposing tight ends, expect Doyle to improve his ranking.

Jacquizz Rodgers (sit) The Vikings defense allows the 6th fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs and overall they are ranked 11th against the run allowing just 3.1 yards per carry. I don’t like Rodgers in this matchup, sit him.

Mike Gillislee (start) The Patriots running back played more of a featured role last week with 18 carries and a score. The Texans will be tested in the air by quarterback Tom Brady and his bunch, which should open up a few running lanes for Gillislee. He’s sure to get one of those easy scores as well.

Jermaine Kearse (start) The Jets receiver has been busy through two weeks, ranked as the No.7 fantasy WR. Kearse has been targeted 14 times in two games and figures to see a steady diet of targets on Sunday against the Fins; a defense that’s allowed a 73% efficiency rate for opposing receivers.

Brandon Marshall (sit) The Giants number 3 receiver has been non-existent through two weeks and shouldn’t be trusted at this point. Marshall has caught just two passes and looks completely out of sync with quarterback Eli Manning right now. Sit him.

Derrick Henry (start) Let me start with, sit DeMarco Murray. The writing's on the wall for this one anyway. Even if Murray is active, he is likely to play second fiddle. Henry ran like a beast last week totaling 92 yards on the ground and he should get the Lionshare Sunday against the Seahawks 23rd ranked run defense that allows 5.2 yards per carry.

Jeremy Hill (sit) The team axed their Offensive Coordinator and head Coach Marvin Lewis has to be feeling the heat. Expect a lot of changes, including the usage of or lack of usage for running back Jeremy Hill. There are whispers this week we could see more of the rookie running back Joe Mixon. Hill’s a risky play, pass on him this week.

Hunter Henry (start) The Chargers tight end finally got some work in week 2 and turned in a nice stat line of 7/80/0. Henry caught all seven of his targets last week and could be just as busy Sunday against a Chiefs defense that’s allowed the 6th most receiving yards against opposing tight ends. Start Henry.

Samaje Perine (start) Starter Rob Kelley has been ruled out, so the rookie will get the nod. Start him. The Raiders are ranked 19th versus the run, allowing 4.8 yards per carry. Perine should get plenty of run in the backfield Sunday night.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega

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September 19th 2017

Tuesday Late Night Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

It’s never too soon to panic and never too early to make moves. For those fantasy owners looking to improve, shake things ups, or fill some holes in your rosters, here are this week’s waiver wire pickups for week 3;

QB-Trevor Siemian (QB2 worthy) The Broncos’ starter continued his excellent play in week 2. He now has 6 passing touchdowns for the season. He’s not QB1 ready yet, but we’ve seen enough to say he should be on rosters as a streaming and backup option for Russell Wilson and Kirk Cousin owners.

QB-Deshaun Watson (roster worthy) the rookie quarterback showed some Michale Vick moves on Thursday night and because of his legs and elusiveness his fantasy value is elevated. He’s not a fantasy starter, but definitely roster worthy in Dynasty leagues and two QB leagues. Owners will have to see how he progresses before playing him in redraft leagues or weekly DFS.

QB-Alex Smith (QB2 worthy) the Chiefs quarterback has been steady through two weeks (5 touchdowns) and surrounded with the playmakers he has in Kansas City, Smith has value as a QB2.

RB-Javorius “Buck” Allen (PPR value) the Ravens primary pass-catching back (5 receptions in week 2) has seen plenty of looks in the ground game with 35 carries through the first two weeks. He’s getting enough touches to be a streaming flex option, especially in PPR formats.

RB-Chris Thompson (PPR value) the Redskins ball carrier is the primary 3rd down back with 7 receptions on 12 targets thus far this season. His roles will likely remain unchanged this week if starter Rob Kelley is out, but he’s getting enough work to warrant a roster spot in PPR leagues.

RB-Samaje Perine (standard) the primary beneficiary if Kelley sits in week Three, is Perine. The Redskins as a team finally got the running game in gear this past Sunday (229 rushing yards) and Perine could continue

WR-JJ Nelson (flex option) the Cardinals receiver has scored in each of the team’s first two games and has been consistently involved in the team’s passing game. Nelson has been targeted 13 times in two games turning in a line of 10/163/2. He’s a weekly flex play.

WR-Allen Hurns (PPR value) the Jaguars receiver may have been dumped and/or overlooked in drafts due to the poor play of Bortles, but last Sunday he resurfaced. Hurns grabbed 6 balls for 82 yards receiving and touchdown on 7 targets. Hurns has value as a low-end flex in larger leagues.

WR-Rashard Higgins (PPR value) the Browns 2nd year receiver had a busy Sunday in week 2 snagging 7 passes on 11 targets. With wide receiver Kenny Britt’s poor start this season and wide receiver Corey Coleman heading for the injured reserve, Higgins looks like the favorite. His week 2 production would appear to make him serviceable as a low-end flex.

Keep on Your Watch List

WR-Brandon Coleman; the Saints receiver had a nice showing on Sunday, but it may be too quick to pull the trigger. Coleman is worth watching.

TE-Jack Doyle; the Colts tight end had a pretty good second week (8 receptions, 79 yards) after a sub-par week 1 (just 2 catches for 41 yards). He’s one to watch closely, as his numbers could easily continue to trend upward, especially with the prospect of Andrew Luck returning under center at some point.

TE-Benjamin Watson; the Ravens tight end was solid on Sunday with 8 catches and 91 yards after seeing just one target and no catches in week one. Let’s wait see how this trends before making a move, there are still better options.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega

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September 18th 2017

Monday Evening Edition

Sunday Heroes

Here is my Week 2 rundown of those players that may have saved your week 2 matchup in your redraft league and scored you some mean green in the weekly DFS;

Quarterbacks Trevor Siemian (4 touchdowns passing) and Deshaun Watson (67 rushing yards and a touchdown) were both big Week 2 surprises for fantasy owners. Neither were likely started in redraft of dynasty leagues, but will now be on folks radars going forward.

QB-Tom Brady (NE) 447 yds pass, 3 Tds, 0 Ints.

QB-Derek Carr (OAK) 230 yds pass, 3 Tds, 0 Ints.

QB-Trevor Siemian (DEN) 231 yds pass, 4 Tds, 1 Int

QB-Deshaun Watson (HOU) 125 yds pass, 67 yds ru, 1 Td

Running backs Javorius (Buck) Allen (66 rushing yards) and Chris Thompson (77 rushing yards) are typically known for their pass catching prowess, but Sunday they gave fantasy owners a little more taste of their ground skills. On the flip side, Patriots running back James White displayed his primary value in New England with 8 receptions.

RB-CJ Anderson (DEN) 154 total yds, 2 Tds

RB-Todd Gurley (LAR) 136 total yds, 2 Tds

RB-Ty Montgomery (GB) 110 total yds, 2 Tds

RB-Kareem Hunt (DET) 109 total yds, 2 Tds

RB-Chris Thompson (WAS) 106 total yds, 2 Tds

RB-Jalen Richard (OAK) 109 total yds, 1 Td

RB-Javorius Allen (BAL) 101 total yds, 1 Td

Wide receivers JJ Nelson (1 touchdown) and Jermaine Kearse (2 touchdowns) showed fantasy owners their noses for the end zone on Sunday, while Allen Hurns (82 receiving yards, 1 touchdown) gave notice that he’s still fantasy relevant. Dolphins receiver Jarvis Landry's PPR dominance was on full display Sunday with a total of 13 receptions.

WR-Michael Crabtree (OAK) 80 rec yds, 3 Tds

WR-Jermaine Kearse (NYJ) 64 rec yds, 2 Tds

WR-Emmanuel Sanders (DEN) 62 rec yds, 2 Tds

WR-JJ Nelson (ARI) 120 rec yds, 1 Td

WR-Davante Adams (GB) 99 rec yds, 1 Td

WR-Martavis Bryant (PIT) 91 rec yds, 1 Td

WR-Brandon Coleman (NO) 82 rec yds, 1 Td

WR-Allen Hurns (JAX) 82 rec yds, 1 Td

WR-Jarvis Landry (MIA) 13 rec, 78 rec yds

Cowboy’s tight end Jason Witten was large and in charge Sunday ranking among the tight ends leaders in fantasy scoring. Witten displayed his route running mastery and finished the afternoon with 10 grabs and a Sports Center highlight 28 yard score. Playing in his 14th season Ravens tight end Benjamin Watson took a plunge into the fountain of youth turning in a line of 8/91/0; great numbers in PPR formats.

TE-Rob Gronkowski (NE) 116 rec yds, 1 Td

TE-Travis Kelce (KC) 103 rec yds, 1 Td

TE-Jason Witten (DAL) 10 rec, 97 yds, 1 Td

TE-Delanie Walker (TEN) 66 rec yds, 1 ru Td

TE-Zach Ertz (PHI) 5 rec, 97 rec yds

TE-Benjamin Watson (BAL) 8 rec, 91 rec yds

These players were among those that helped your cause on Sunday.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega

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September 16th 2017

Saturday Late Night Edition

Who Are You Starting & Sitting (Week 2)

Start or Sit

Buck Allen (start) The Ravens are without Danny Woodhead for a while and running back Buck Allen is expected to take on the 3rd down passing role. Allen is a capable pass catcher and has value in PPR formats, primarily as a low-end flex option.

Cameron Brate (start) The Bucs tight end could be the forgotten man in the Bears secondary with both hands full covering Mike Evans and DeSean Jackson. Brate finished the 2016 season with 57 receptions and 8 touchdowns. He could be good for a couple of grabs on Sunday, including a couple of red-zone looks.

Jesse James (sit) The Steelers will play host to the visiting Vikings on Sunday and tight end Jesse James may not find things as easy a go as in week 1. James managed to find the end zone twice last week, but could slim pickens against a stout Vikings defense that  allowed 14th fewest points to opposing tight ends in 2016.

Ted Ginn Jr (start) The Saints and Patriots could be locked in a barn burner. Ginn is nothing more than a favorable flex option this week, but I like his matchup. He was targeted 5 times last week, so he should get a few deep looks and pay off.

Travis Kelce (start) The Chiefs were creative in week 1 getting the ball into Kelce’s hands. They’ll likely make another concerted effort, even more so in the passing game and Kelce should reap the rewards.

Leonard Fournette (start) The Jaguars won’t have an easy time on Sunday, but Fournette should get enough carries to carve out a decent day for fantasy owners. The big back out of LSU should be a solid RB2.

JJ Nelson (start) The Cardinals will be without John Brown and David Johnson, so Palmer may have to lean even more on the passing game in this one. Nelson saw some steady work in week 1 and could see an uptick this week. He’s more like a low-to-mid WR3, but has upside potential. He’s a sneaky play on Sunday.

Devin Funchess (sit) The Panthers passing game looked anemic last Sunday with the receivers only seeing a total of 9 targets. Any of the three (Kelvin Benjamin, Russell Shepard, and Funchess) are a tough start right now until Cam is 100 percent healthy.

Marshawn Lynch (sit) Beast Mode looked pretty good in week as the Raiders managed his work load, limiting him to 19 touches. He’ll get a similar number this week, but could work his way to triple digits with a score.

Hunter Henry (sit) Last week the Charger tight end saw zero looks against the No Fly Zone Broncos secondary. He could get some work tomorrow against the Dolphins in the Chargers home opener, but with so many weapons in the passing game, there are better options available.

Eddie Lacy (sit) Last week Lacy looked terrible rushing for 3 yards on 5 carries. With Thomas Rawls entering the equation this week, Lacy belongs on your bench until further notice.

Rob Kelly (sit) The Redskins offense was out of sync last week and Kelley and the running game stalled with a total of 64 yards on 17 carries. Kelley had just 30 yards rushing last Sunday and this week he may find fewer holes; sit him.

Jason Witten (sit) The old man Witten was solid in week 1 on Sunday night against the Giants, but this week he get the Broncos No Fly Zone; just 3.70 fantasy points allowed to Chargers tight ends. I’m sitting Witten if I can afford and looking for a better matchup.

Martellus Bennett (start) The Packers and Falcons meet Sunday night in what could be an offensive spectacle. Bennett was targeted 6 times in week one and could see even more this week in a game that figures to see a lot of plays. I like Bennett’s chances to score in this one.

Golden Tate (start) The Lions wide receiver is healthy and though the Giants secondary played well last week, start Tate on Monday night. Tate was heavily targeted in week 1 and should see a heavy dose this week once again. In PPR formats he’s a must.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega