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October 31ST, 2023

David’s Daily Digest

Tuesday Late-Evening Edition

The Weekly Waiver Wire

This week’s Waiver wire is filled with lots of considerations depending on your need and current circumstance. Some of these player solutions for Week 9 will vary depending on your league availability, but with the return of the byes the answer is on the Wire.

Week 9 Plug n Plays

The Cardinals tight end Trey McBride is only rostered in 7.9% of ESPN leagues. McBride is coming off a huge game in Week 8, seeing 14 targets (albeit much of his damage was done late in the 2nd half) resulting in 10 receptions for 95 yards with a score. With the veteran Zach Ertz on IR, the path to an expanded role for McBride has been paved. His large workload on Sunday was his third straight game with 5 or more targets. With a quarterback change in tow, proceed with caution.

Another Cardinal deserving of a roster spot is running back Emari Demercado, only rostered in 39.2% of ESPN leagues. It’s too early to consider him a long term solution, but he could be a quick bye week fix with flex value. Over his last two games he’s only averaging just over 10 fantasy points per game (ppr), but he has 17 and 21 touches respectively.

Week 9 Streamers

Quarterback Gardner Minshew (Colts) is only owned in 7.5% of ESPN leagues, but he’s been one of the better scoring fantasy QBs the past two weeks. Against the Browns and Saints, two of the tougher passing matchups in the NFL, Minshew has passed for 518 yards, tossed 4 touchdowns, and rushed for two more. Minshew is not going to set the fantasy world on fire, but he’s a decent fix if you’re in a bind.

Rostered in less than half of all ESPN leagues, tight end Jake Ferguson (Cowboys) is coming off a Week 8 performance where he finished as the fantasy TE10. Ferguson grabbed 4 passes for 47 yards and a score. It was a bounce back performance from a disastrous Week 6 performance with one catch and one target. Despite the lackluster games in week 5 & 6, Ferguson is still the fantasy TE14 this season. For lack of better options available, he should fit the bill.

Week 9 Stashes

The Saints rookie wide receiver Rashid Hasheed is still well behind in the receiving pecking order, but his propensity for the big play make him a viable stash candidate. Hasheed has scored 18 or more fantasy points in three games this season, including in Week 8. While he is seemingly a boom or bust play at the moment, he’s only rostered in 18.4% of ESPN Leagues and could pay huge dividends down the stretch.

Wide receiver Donovan People-Jones only owned in 1.9% of ESPN Leagues, was just traded to the Lions, a team in desperate need of a second receiver behind Amon-Ra St. Brown. DPJ should be stashed and a wait and see approach followed. 

The Seahawks rookie running back Zach Charbonnet is rostered in only 30.1% of ESPN Leagues. While Charbonnet is the primary backup to Kenneth Walker, he should be rostered at this time. Charbonnet has shown some flash and his time may be coming sooner rather than later. In Week 8 for the first time this season he out-snapped Walker, 34-24.

Week 9 Watchlist

Quarterback Will Levis (Titans) Barely owned in any leagues, he definitely worth keeping an eye on, but unless you have the available bench slot, too soon to add.

Just traded to the Bills running back Leonard Fournette, only rostered in 3.2% of ESPN Leagues should be on your watchlist, but too soon to add.

Wide receiver Quentin Johnson (Chargers) owned in only 31.3% of ESPN Leagues, turned in his best game of the season. He definitely should be on your radar and could even be a candidate worth stashing if you have available real estate on your bench.

The Rest of the Wire.

Only rostered in 16.8% of ESPN Leagues, quarterback Joshua Dobbs should be on fantasy radars, but not much more than that at this time.

Running back Justice Hill (Ravens) is rostered in 28.1% of ESPN Leagues, and offers flex value during the Byes.

Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir owned in .2%, coming off a big week, could be considered a potential streamer in larger leagues.

Wide receiver Jonathan Mingo (Panthers) is only owned in 7.9% of ESPN Leagues. Mingo should continue to see his target share grow going forward with the Panthers often playing from behind. He should be on fantasy radars.

Wide receiver Jayden Reed (Packers) is rostered in 17.1% of ESPN Leagues. He should be on your fantasy radar.

Packers wide receiver Romeo Doubs is still owned in less than half of all ESPN Leagues. He should be rostered and considered a volatile streaming option through the remaining Byes.

Commanders wide receiver Jamison Crowder, owned in .7% of ESPN Leagues should be on fantasy radars for now.

Cardinals rookie wide receiver Michael Wilson (8.9% owned in ESPN Leagues) remains on fantasy radars for now.

Tight end Taysom Hill (Saints) owned in just 14.8% of ESPN Leagues, is doing more than enough over the past several weeks as the team’s utility option. He’s a risky streaming option with plenty of reward.

Commanders tight end Logan Thomas is rostered in just 38.7% of ESPN Leagues, and has been trending upward. He should be considered a viable streaming option through the Byes.

Chargers tight end Donald Parham Jr (owned in 1.7% of ESPN Leagues) should be considered a viable streaming option as long as Gerald Everett is OUT.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

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Saturday Night Edition

November 2nd 2019

Week 9 Fantasy Notes

By the Numbers

The Vikings Quarterback, Kirk Cousins is currently the Fantasy QB13, through 8 weeks, but over the past several weeks he’s been a little bit better. Over the past 4 weeks, Cousins has completed 78.4 percent of his passes (1st in the NFL), passed for 1,262 yards (3rd in the NFL), averaged 10.9 yards per pass (leads the NFL), all the while throwing 10 touchdowns (tied for most) with only one pick. In this span, Cousins is the Fantasy QB5, heading into a week 9 matchup against the Chiefs.

Quietly, through 8 weeks, the Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette is the Fantasy RB5. Fournette is averaging 98.9 rushing and another 32.9 yards receiving per game. In 8 weeks, Fournette has toted the rock 163 times (leads NFL) and caught 35 passes (ranks 4th in the league). With just one rushing touchdown in 8 games, Fournette is still the Fantasy RB5; a big second half of the season sounds likely.

It has been a down season, in a huge way for the Broncos offense, but one bright spot has been, second year wide receiver Courtland Sutton. Through 8 weeks, the Broncos pass catcher is the Fantasy WR13, with 39 receptions (ranks 13th among receivers), 636 yards receiving (ranks 8th among receivers), and 3 receiving touchdowns. His 10.6 yards per target ranks 10th among receivers with a minimum of 24 target. Sutton has been solid and consistent in the first half of the season, but with the pending quarterback change coming, it will be interesting to see how he performs.

Two surprises this season, but no longer secrets are tight end Darren Waller (Raiders) and Mark Andrews (Ravens). Out of the gate these two have made their names this season and by this time, we’ve all heard of them, so here’s what they are doing. In 7 games this season Waller is the fantasy TE3 and Andrews is the Fantasy TE6. Waller’s 46 receptions ranks 2nd among tight ends, while Andrews is 7th with 36 receptions. Andrews ranks 5th in the league among tight ends with 449 yards receiving, with Waller coming in at 4th with 496 receiving yards. These two are clearly top tight ends and should be strong going forward in the second half of the season.

That’s My Take

~David G. Ortega

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Saturday Evening Edition
October 19th 2019

Week 7: Fantasy Football Notes

Numbers to Know

The Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (Fantasy WR3) is averaging 11.5 targets and 7.5 receptions per contest this season. His 69 targets leads the league and his 45 receptions rank 2nd through six weeks.

Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (Fantasy RB9) is averaging more than 19 carries per contest this season and he has also added another 26 receptions on 36 targets; his 36 targets ranks 7th amongst running backs in 2019.

Through six games, the Bengals defense ranks last in fantasy versus opposing running backs, allowing the most fantasy points. The Bengals have also allowed the 3rd most receptions to opposing ball carriers, as well as the most rushing yards; week 7 opponent, Ja

The Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (Fantasy WR15) ranks 5th this season with 56 targets in six games. His 402 receiving yards ranks 20th among receives, but he also has 40 receptions good enough for (tied) 4th best.

The Giants 2019 run defense through six games has allowed the 6th most rushing yards and the 3rd most receiving yards to opposing running backs; week 7 opponent, Arizona.

David Johnson (Fantasy RB5) is second on the team (Cardinals) in receiving this season through six weeks with 30 receptions on 41 targets. His 41 targets ranks 3rd among running backs and his 30 snags ranks 5th. Johnson has also added 298 rushing yards and five total touchdowns (2 rushing, 3 receiving).

The Eagles tight end Zach Ertz has been quiet this season, but his 33 receptions and 366 receiving yards both rank 5th among tight ends. Even with modest numbers, Ertz is being heavily targeted this season; his 54 targets ranks second for tight ends and tied for 9th overall.

The Cowboys have allowed the 9th most fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season. Through six weeks, the Boys have also allowed the 5th most receptions and the 6th most receiving yards to opposing tight ends; week 7 opponent, Eagles.

All rankings based on PPR scoring, according to Fantasy Data.

That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega

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Saturday Evening Edition
October 5th 2019

DFS Saturday

For those of us that can’t get enough of fantasy football in the season long format, there is DFS. Here are a couple of fantasy lineups I am playing in DFS this week. 

Here’s my lineups and my breakdown;

QB-Andy Dalton, CIN: The Bengals offense ranks last in rushing this season and Dalton is averaging over 40 passes per game. This Sunday the Bengals square off with the Cardinals and a defense that has allowed the 3rd most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. Bengals offense seems almost exclusively passing dependent; I like Dalton’s prospect for a busy day and he should be a shoe-in for over 40 passes this week.

RB-David Johnson, ARI: I like Johnson’s usage in the passing game this season. Through 4 games DJ .has 28 targets (2nd most for running backs) and he’s involved in the run game with 173 yards rushing. He has a great matchup this week against the Bengals defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing running backs, including the most receiving yards and 2nd most receptions.

RB-Leonard Fournette, JAX: The Jaguars are led by Fournette and their running game. Through four weeks, Fournette’s 72 carries ranked 6th in the NFL and his 404 yards rushing is third. He should be the focal point on Sunday and add his 23 targets leading to 16 receptions, he should be very busy on Sunday. I like his matchup against a Panthers defense that is allowing nearly 5.0 yards per carry this season.

WR-Chris Godwin, TB: After his big week against the Rams last Sunday, Godwin is off the injury report and geared up for another potential big day against the Saints. Through 4 weeks the Saints defense has allowed the 6th most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. Godwin is currently ranked 3rd in fantasy scoring for receivers, he looks primed to continue his strong play.

WR-Allen Robinson, CHI: Through 4 weeks, A-Rob has yet to find the end-zone, but he has seen no fewer than 7 targets in each of his four games and scored in double-digits (PPR format, full-point). This Sunday, Robinson matches up against a Raiders secondary that has allowed the 9th most fantasy points to opposing wide-outs. He should be a safe play and see plenty of targets.

WR-Courtland Sutton, DEN: The Broncos second year receiver appears to be on the verge of a breakout season, ranking 15th in fantasy scoring among receivers through 4 weeks. His numbers have been solid and his usage has been consistent averaging nearly 8 targets per game; even with less than favorable matchup I like Sutton.

TE-Darren Waller, OAK: The Raiders tight end is seeing a regular diet of targets every Sunday; 37 targets in 2019, ranks 2nd among tight ends. With his 33 receptions (leads all tight ends) he’s a favorite of mine this week against a stout Bears defense. Even with the bad matchup, Waller is such a featured piece in the passing game, he’s a safe play.

Flex-James White, NE: The Patriots running back has been a featured part of the passing game averaging 7 targets per game. He’s also been productive in PPR format, scoring in double digits in all three games he has played this season. I would expect much of the same against the Redskins this week, less about what Washington allows, but more about how he’s used in the offense.

DST-Eagles: The Eagles defense has a great matchup against a Jets offense that allows the 2nd most fantasy points to opposing defenses. With Sam Darnold already ruled OUT for Sunday, this matchup looks pretty good for the hometown team (Eagles).

That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega

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Friday Evening Edition
October 4th 2019

Friday Fantasy Fixx

Week 5 Lineup Decisions

Running Back Trends
Over the past two weeks, here are the top 10 most used running backs;

1. Christian McCaffrey, CAR: 64 touches (51 carries/13 receptions)
2. Le’Veon Bell, NYJ: 53 touches (39/14)*
3. Leonard Fournette, JAX: 52 touches (44/8)
4. Nick Chubb, CLE: 50 touches (43/7)
5. Kerryon Johnson, DET: 49 touches (46/3)
6. Derrick Henry, TEN: 46 touches (44/2)
7. Ezekiel Elliott, DAL: 45 touches (37/8)
8. Alvin Kamara, NO: 45 touches (33/12)
9. David Montgomery, CHI: 40 touches (34/6)
10. Dalvin Cook, MIN: 40 touches (30/10)

DNP Week 4*

Targets to Target
Over the past two weeks, these are the top 10 targeted wide receivers;

1. Mike Evans, TB - 22 targets
2. Keenan Allen, LAC - 22 targets
3. Cole Beasley, BUF - 22 targets
4. Davante Adams, GB - 19 targets*
5. Jarvis Landry, CLE - 19 targets
6. Preston Williams, MIA - 19 targets
7. Chris Godwin, TB - 18 targets
8. Sterling Shepard, NYG - 18 targets
9. Josh Gordon, NE - 18 targets
10. Mohamed Sanu, ATL - 18 targets

Out for Week 5*

PPR Specials
Over the past two weeks, these are the top 10 targeted running backs;

1. David Johnson, ARI - 20 targets
2. Christian McCaffrey, CAR - 14 targets
3. Le’Veon Bell, NYJ - 14 targets*
4. James White, NE - 14 targets
5. Alvin Kamara, NO - 13 targets
6. Dalvin Cook, MIN - 13 targets
7. Devonta Freeman, ATL - 13 targets
8. Austin Ekeler, LAC - 12 targets
9. Saquan Barkley, NYG - 12 targets*
10. James Conner, PIT: 12 targets

DNP Week 4*

That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega

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Sunday Evening Edition
September 1st, 2019

Sold! Just call me Jack

I wasn’t buying the hype at the start of the NFL Training Camps, but with the social media buzz and 2019 season outlook, it’s really tough for me to stay off the Baker Mayfield bandwagon. Sure expectations are high this season in Cleveland and sure there will be a lot of pressure, but it’s hard to deny Mayfield has the tools and now an elite weapon in wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. Add OBJ to the likes of wide receiver Jarvis Landry, running back Nick Chubb, and tight end David Njoku and this offense looks loaded. The Browns team may not live up to all of the Super Bowl hype this season, but this offense looks poised to put up serious fantasy numbers and with Mayfield calling the signals, I am drinking the Kool-aid even at his current ADP 66.0 overall (FFC ).

I remember it was either last season or the season before when Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette was clocked with one of the fastest open field run times during a game. During week 3 preseason against the Dolphins Fournette looked spry and quick. There’s no doubt, he has the size, the power, and the tools to be a dominant runner in the league, but he needs to stay healthy. In his first two seasons in the NFL, Fournette has missed 11 games. His health would be my only hesitation, but he looked good enough to be worth risk; coming off the board at RB13 with an ADP of 24.5 (according to FFC), I’m buying me some shares.

Despite the arrival of running back Carlos Hyde to the Texans, I still expect to see Duke Johnson to play the role of the lead back. It’s a great situation and opportunity for Duke to finally showcase and prove he can be the featured back. In his college days Johnson was the bell-cow in south beach (University of Miami). In his final season with the Hurricanes Johnson logged 280 touches for 2,073 yards (1,652 rushing, 421 receiving) of total offense. It's a big step up in the NFL, but through his first four season, Johnson has yet to miss a game. I believe Duke has the talent and now the opportunity to be a Top-20 fantasy running back. I’ll buy that.

After watching the Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders return to action this preseason (the team's fourth game) and having seen some of his practice highlight footage, I am sold on the 10 year veteran. Last season Sanders was the number 23 fantasy receiver (full PPR) and returns in 2019, as the team's clear number one option. Even though the team seems to be geared more toward a run-first concept, I believe the combination of quarterback Joe Flacco-to-Sanders could result in some nice production. He’s currently at ADP 87.3, WR34 (FFC), and as good as he has looked with Flacco, he’s moving up my rankings and I will be buying what he’s selling.

I was originally buying into the running back situation in Kansas City, but with the recent changes (addition of LeSean McCoy) in the last 24 hours, I don’t have any idea where I am leaning. With these backs, I am treading lightly, although I have to believe Damien Williams will still be an integral piece of the offense.


That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega

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Friday Night Edition

August 23rd, 2019

Bad Boys Running Wild

The Ones!

With the peak of the Fantasy draft season upon us (a lot of fantasy drafts expected this weekend and next), it’s time to tighten up your rankings and close in on those fantasy picks that are going to bring home the hardware.

Out of the gate, this of course is not headline news, the top pick for me is a no-brainer; Saquan Barkley (MR#RB1). Last season the Giants runner totaled 352 touches (261 carries, 91 receptions), playing in all 16 games of his rookie campaign. There is no reason to think he won’t see similar numbers once again and with his nose for the big play, he’s a solid first pick.

Running backs Christian McCaffrey (MR#RB2) and Alvin Kamara (MR#RB3) offer similar upside, but both are not quite the workhorse as is Barkley.

It’s no secret in Cleveland, running back Nick Chubb (MR#RB5)is expected to be the man to open the season. He has a great opportunity to be a fantasy star and with the upgraded passing game, he should be. Last season Chubb finished 10th in NFL rushing and just missed 1,000 yard by four.

It may be a surprise to see Le’Veon Bell (MR#RB7) as high as I have him, but unlike many other Fantasy experts, I believe Bell will be fine in New york. You don’t pay top dollars for a high-performance car to park it in the garage. I happen to believe Bell is going to see a large volume of work and will be highly productive.

I have the Lions star runner Kerryon Johnson (MR#RB10) in my top 10, because I am drinking the Kool-aid. His rookie season was cut short due to injury (knee), but Johnson is healthy in 2019 and expected to open the season as the Lions lead-back. KJ is a versatile back (32 receptions in 2018) and from weeks 7 to week 11, he averaged 17.4 touches per game. He has the potential for a heavier workload and finishing inside the Fantasy Top 10 this season.

1.Saquon Barkley

2.C. McCaffrey

3.Alvin Kamara

4.David Johnson

5.Nick Chubb

6.Joe Mixon

7.LeVeon Bell

8.Dalvin Cook

9.Todd Gurley

10.Kerryon Johnson

11.Damien Williams

12.Devonta Freeman

The Next 12

Just a couple of quick notables for the second 12 of my rankings list; I am believing the hype surrounding Raiders rookie running back Josh Jacobs (MR#RB14). He could be a 20-touch per game back in Head Coach John Gruden’s offense.

I dropped Ezekiel Elliot (MR#RB15) outside my top 12, due to his holdout and the risk he could miss some games. Should he get signed, he catapults up the charts to number 5. Drafting him as a RB1 or RB2 is basically based on how confident you are he’ll be back in Dallas and when.

I have Leonard Fournette (MR#RB17) a little low at 17, but if he stays healthy this season he could easily finish in the top 10. Last season Fournette played in 8 games, finishing as the No.40 RB in fantasy PPR scoring, as compared to his rookie season where he played in 13 games and finished 9th.

Although he may be considered a little undersized, Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay (MR#RB24) proved he is more than capable in an NFL backfield. The former Buffalo out of the University of Colorado finished his rookie campaign as the 13th RB in fantasy PPR scoring. He makes my board as a low-end RB2, but I honestly feel he could be a little low.

13.James Conner

14.Josh Jacobs

15.Ezekiel Elliott

16.Aaron Jones

17.L. Fournette

18.Marlon Mack

19.Melvin Gordon

20.Derrick Henry

21.Mark Ingram

22.Tevin Coleman

23.Chris Carson

24.Phillip Lindsay

That’s My Take

~David G. Ortega

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November 5th 2017

Sunday Morning Edition

Sunday Morning Gametime

(Week 9)

Last Minute Updates

No Jeremy Hill today for the Bengals, which means we’ll see even more of Joe Mixon today against the Jaguars. Giovani Bernard could see more field time, but he’s not

Leonard Fournette is inactive today and Chris Ivory will start. Going up against the Bengals today, look for TJ Yeldon to get plenty of play.

Wide receiver Pierre Garcon was added to the Injured Reserve this week. With his absence, specifically this weekend, with Jamison Crowder also OUT receivers Ryan Grant and Terrelle Pryor will see a bundle of targets. Grant is the favorite today playing out of the slot.

Trending this morning

In DFS, running back Lamar Miller is trending upwards with my start selections. I like his matchup and with the loss of Watson under center, I believe the offense may lean with the run today.

A sleeper play this week, that shouldn’t really be a sleeper play if you’ve been awake over the past several weeks is Saints receiver Ted Ginn Jr. Ginn has made some big plays this season and recently has put up nice numbers; last 3 weeks, 13 catches, 275 yards receiving, and a touchdown.

Final Thoughts

I have the Colts offense flying under the radar this week, but I like Brissett with Mack, Doyle, and Hilton in a stack for DFS, or at least a couple of these guys sprinkled in your lineups. The Texans defense is full of leaks and this is a matchup that could reap many rewards.

That's My Take.

~David Ortega

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September 22nd 2017

Friday Evening Edition

Friday Fantasy Five

5 Things to Watch this Week

It’s another week of the NFL and after the fantastic Thursday Night game between the Rams and Niners we just witnessed, I can hardly wait for the Sunday action. It’s only week 3, so there’s still a full slate of 14 games on Sunday to be played.

This Sunday will get started a little earlier than usual with the London game between the Jaguars and Ravens. With things set to kick off at 3:30 am EST, make sure you set those alarms early and don’t forget to watch these 5 things this week;

#1 Quarterback Trevor Siemian versus the Bills defense

This will be the first real test for Siemian this season, on the road this week after what looked two cush home games. Siemian has been brilliant through two weeks completing 65 percent of his passing and throwing 6 touchdowns. He’s earned his way onto fantasy rosters, but is he worthy of a starting slot? The Bills defense is the 8th stingiest against opposing quarterbacks, so Siemian will be tested. Owners keep your eye on this one, if Siemian passes this test we may have to consider starting him on a weekly basis.

#2 Quarterback Cam Newton against the Saints

The Panthers offense does not yet look quite in sync, but they have managed to dispose of the Niners and Bills in consecutive weeks. Through 2 games the Panthers have only mustered two touchdowns. It makes you wonder how healthy is Cam. This week the Saints and their 32nd ranked defense will roll into town; Saints allow 32.5 points per game (worst in league) and over 500 yards of offense per game (worst in league). This should be a good measuring stick for how healthy Cam really is and how good this offense is. Right now everyone is steamrolling the Saints, if we don’t see the same from Cam and company, there may good cause to wonder, if not worry.

#3 Running back Leonard Fournette in London

Since you’re going to be up early anyway, pay attention to the Jaguars rookie running back Leonard Fournette. After his strong out of the gate week one performance against the Texans, Fournette was quieter in week 2 against the Titans. Fournette is averaging just 3.5 yards per carry, but through two weeks he’s also averaging 22.5 touches per games. As long as he continues to see that kind of volume, owners can relax. He faces a tough test this week across the pond facing the Ravens stout run defense. Ravens have allowed the 8th fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs and have not surrendered a rushing touchdown yet. The Jags passing offense was subpar last week to say the least, so they should be leaning heavily on ground game with Fournette; this should be fun to watch.

#4 Big Ben and the Steelers offense

In a nutshell, it’s time to rev the engine. The Steelers boast some of the most dynamic and explosive skill players on offense. It’s time for Big Ben and company to break out. Through two weeks we’ve seen some signs that this offense is getting ready to heat up; week one it was Antonio Brown, in week two Martavis Bryant turned it up and Le’Veon Bell logged 27 carries. Could this be the week all the pieces fall into place and the offense goes nuts? Fantasy owners certainly hope so. Even though this matchup is on the road, there’s a good chance it happens. The Bears defense ranks 24th in the league, allowing 26 points and 340 yards of offense per game. Let’s keep a watch on this one, it could get entertaining.

#5 The Raiders secondary against the Redskins passing offense

In other words, let’s see how quarterback Kirk Cousins performs this week. Cousins and the offense have now had several weeks to shake the rust, it’s time to show us who they are; relevant or bust. Let’s put it this way, the Rams quarterback Jared Goff had more fantasy points entering his week 3 matchup. Through two weeks Cousins is the No.24 fantasy QB and his numbers in both weeks have been quiet. The Raiders secondary is leaky and we’ve seen this. Through two weeks their numbers haven’t been all bad, but they are allowing the 7th most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks and a 63.1 completion percentage. It’s go big or go home for the Redskins passing game.

That’s My Take.

~David Ortega