FSH NOTEBOOK: SUNDAY MORNING GAMETIME

October 15th, 2023

David’s Daily Digest

Sunday Morning Edition

Sunday Morning Gametime

FF Quick Notes for Week 6

Justin Fields (QB)

The Bears quarterback has been sizzling the last two weeks throwing for 617 yards and tossing 8 touchdowns with one pick. He’s also added 82 yards rushing, while scoring over 30 fantasy points per game.

David Montgomery (RB)

The Lions running back has rushed for 230 yards and scored 4 rushing touchdowns on 51 carries in his last two games. He has also recorded 4 receptions for another 40 yards. He has scored 55 fantasy points (ppr) combined in the two games, which ranks 2nd behind only Christian McCaffrey.

Travis Etienne Jr (RB)

The Jaguars running back has been churning out the yards the past two weeks, 256 yards of offense. He rushed for 191 yards (46 carries) and added 65 yards receiving (7 receptions) while recording two (rushing) touchdowns.

DJ Moore (WR)

No receiver has been hotter than the Bears wideout over the past two weeks. Moore has totaled 16 receptions (ranks 4th), for 361 receiving yards (ranks 1st), on 19 targets (ranks 10th). Moore has also added 4 receiving touchdowns, which ranks tied for the most by receivers for the past two weeks.

Adam Thielen (WR)

The Panthers wide receiver has been getting it done quietly under the radar. Over the past four weeks Thielen has caught 36 passes, for 382 yards and three scores, ranking as the fantasy WR4.

Cole Kmet (TE)

The Bears tight end has been solid for fantasy managers over the past couple of weeks, scoring in two straight games. He’s the fantasy TE2, recording 12 receptions (on 14 targets) for 127 yards receiving, with three touchdowns in his last two games.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: FRIDAY'S FANTASY FIXX

October 13th, 2023

David’s Daily 

Friday Evening Edition

Friday’s Fantasy Fixx

(Week 6: Best Matchups/Plays)

The Books are closed on wWeek 5 and we are already one game into Week 6. It’s time to look ahead to the weekend and dig deep into a number of the matchups. As I look over the football horizon into the depths of the Gridiron gladiators set to take the battlefield for Week 6, these are some of the best matchups I like.

QB-Matthew Stafford (Rams) - After a tough matchup against the Eagles in Week 5 for the Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (fantasy QB20), I am seeing a bounce back game in Week 6. With the Cardinals up next for Stafford, he’ll face a secondary that has allowed the 6th most completions, the 4th most passing yards, and the 3rd most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. With Cooper Kupp back in the lineup and his newest toy (Puka Nacua), this one sets up for a big Sunday at Sofi Stadium.

RB-Raheem Mostert (Dolphins) - The Dolphins will be without rookie running back De’Von Achane, but that’s okay, they still have Raheem Mostert (fantasy RB5). Mostert is averaging 5.4 yards per carry, has rushed for 314 yards, and scored 8 times (7 run, 1 rec) this season. Facing the Panthers this week, Mostert will have a chance for number 9 against a defense that has allowed the most rushing touchdowns, the third most rushing yards, and over 5.0 yards per carry to opposing running backs.

RB-James Cook (Bills) - The Bills running back James Cook (fantasy RB21) has been quiet of late coming off his worst statistical output in Week 5. With just 8 touches and 21 total yards it was a dud. Cook will have a chance to right his ship this week against a Giants defense that has allowed the 2nd most rushing yards and rushing touchdowns, along with over 5.0 yards per carry. This sets up to be a get right game for Cook.

WR-DJ Moore (Bears) - The Bears receiver DJ Moore (fantasy WR5) has been on fire the last several weeks. Since week 2, Moore has either tallied more than 100 yards or receiving or scored a touchdown, and in two games both. His numbers during this stretch, 32 targets, 25 receptions, 506 yards receiving, and 5 receiving touchdowns. The outlook for Moore to continue his sizzle this Sunday is good. He’ll face a Vikings defense that has allowed the most receptions, receiving yards, and 3rd most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers.

WR-Christian Kirk (Jaguars) - After a slow start in week one, the Jaguars receiver Christian Kirk has been very consistent. He’s scored in double digits fantasy points for four straight weeks, with a floor of 14.4 points and a ceiling over 21. Kirk is currently the fantasy WR24 through five weeks and has a great chance at moving up the board this week. Facing a Colts defense that allows the 9th most fantasy points to opposing receivers, including the 7th most receiving yards and 5 touchdowns.

TE-Logan Thomas (Commanders) - The Commanders tight end Logan Thomas (fantasy TE6) is coming off his best game of the season in week 5 where he caught 9 passes for 77 yards and a score. With that strong performance a week ago, Thomas is looking at a great matchup in week 6 against a Falcons defense that has really struggled against opposing tight ends. Over the past two weeks the Falcons defense has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing tight ends which includes surrendering 17 receptions for 156 yards and a score.

Flex-Saquon Barkley (Giants) - The Giants running back has a chance to return this week, although if he does, he’s likely to be limited in some fashion. Barkley hasn’t played since week 2, but could make his return Sunday night. Even if he’s limited in some capacity, the opposing running backs numbers against the Bills (allow the most yards per carry) this season have been so good, Barkley could still post flex worthy numbers.

These players may be in your lineup or they may not, but if they are sitting on your bench and you are facing a start’em dilemma this week consider these plays for Week 6. I guarantee nothing and offer much less, these are just my best guesses for their respective week 6 matchups. 

Strong plays to consider for DFS as well.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: SUNDAY'S HEROES WEEK 5

October 9th, 2023

David’s Daily Digest

Monday Evening Edition

NFL Sunday Week 5:

Sunday’s Heroes

Week 5 is in the books with all of the games now concluded. It’s once again that time of the week to look back on Sunday and recognize some of the memorable performances from our Gridiron Heroes.

These were some of the NFL Week 5 Sunday Heroes.

QB, Jared Goff (Lions) - The Lions quarterback enjoyed his best game of the season, completing 20 of 28 passes (71.4% completion rate), throwing for 236 yards and tossing three touchdowns. His week 5 performance was good enough for fantasy QB3. Up next for Goff and the Lions, the Buccaneers (allow the 8th fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks).

RB, Breece Hall (Jets) - The Jets running back Breece Hall enjoyed his 2023 season coming out party against the Broncos on Sunday. Hall rushed for 177 yards (led all running backs for the week) on 22 carries, averaging 8.0 yards per carry and added a 72 yard rushing touchdown. The 2nd year back also added three receptions for 17 yards on the day. His numbers were good enough for the fantasy RB3. Next week the Jets will play host to the Eagles (ranked 3rd vs run this season).

WR, DJ Moore (Bears) - The Bears wide receiver DJ Moore continued his strong play in week 5. In the Thursday night tilt, Moore was tremendous hauling in 8 passes for 230 yards receiving and three scores. He finished the week as the fantasy WR1. Next week the Bears will play host to the Vikings (have allowed the most receiving yards to wide receivers).

TE, Dallas Goedert (Eagles) - The Eagles flew into Sofi Stadium on Sunday and soared past the Rams led by Goedert and company. The Eagles tight end caught 8 passes on 9 targets and registered 117 yards receiving with one touchdown reception. His performance was good enough for fantasy TE2. Up next for Goedert and the Eagles are the Jets (over the last two weeks have allowed the most receiving yards to tight ends).

IDP, Quincy Williams (Jets) - The Jets 5th year linebacker had himself a day on Sunday. Williams recorded 5 solo tackles, 4 assists, one tackle for loss, and a forced fumble. Williams and the Jets defense harassed Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson all day wreaking havoc in the backfield. Williams added two sacks and 3 QB hits. Up next for Williams, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: THE WAIVER WIRE

September 12th, 2023

David's Daily Digest

Tuesday Evening Edition

The Waiver Wire

After one week of action, it’s time to make some changes and fix those rosters. If week one injuries impacted your championship run or have put you in an 0-1 hole, it might be time to hit the Waiver wire.

Week 2 Waiver wire options;

RB-Kenneth Gainwell (Eagles) - With Miles Sanders gone, it wasn’t D’Andre Swift, Rashad Penny (healthy scratch), or Boston Scott. It was Gainwell who dominated the action in the Eagles backfield. Gainwell earned a 62.1% snap count share and logged 18 touches to Swifts’ and Scotts’ 2 apiece. Gainwell appears to own the job at the moment and needs to be owned in all leagues.

WR-Darnell Mooney (Bears) - Despite the heavy competition at the position, Mooney was still heavily involved (83.8% snap count share). But clearly Mooney was the favorite on Sunday garnering 7 targets to DJ Moores’ (2) and Claypools’ 2. He needs to be owned.

TE-Hunter Henry (Patriots) - The Patriots tight end was on the field for 63 snaps (78.8% share) and very involved in the team's passing game. Henry was 4th on the team with 6 targets, turning in a stat line of 5 (rec)/56 (yds)/1 (Td). He finished as the No.1 fantasy tight end on Sunday. He should be a waiver wire target for week 2.

WR-Puka Nacua (Rams) - The Rams Rookie 5th round draft pick was huge on Sunday and played a big role in the passing attack. Nacua garnered a 77.8% snap count share and was targeted a team high 15 times leading to 10 receptions for 119 yards receiving to lead the Rams. A virtual unknown that will be a hot pickup off the waiver wire this week.

RB-Kyren Williams (Rams) - While Cam Akers (29 yards rushing) received more carries on Sunday, Williams (52 yards rushing) was the more effective runner of the two. The more glaring stat was the snap counts of both, Williams out paced Akers, 53-28. He’s definitely worth a grab and stash if you have the room on your bench.

A few more notables to consider, (WR) Tutu Atwell (RB) Joshua Kelley, (TE) Hayden Hurst, (RB) Justice Hill and (RB) Gus Edwards could be in the cards.

Check your leagues for availability and good luck in week 2.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega