FSH NOTEBOOK: WATERCOOLER CHAT

Wednesday Edition

October 24th, 2012 

Watercooler Chat

“Just Talking Fantasy”

This Weeks Waiver Wire Wonders

With the injury to Maurice Jones-Drew, running back Rashad Jennings is one of the hot pickups this week off the waiver wire. Jennings will take over the starting duties while MJD is sidelined and could see quite the workload, but if you are not an MJD owner don’t expect him to be a permanent fix to fill any big holes in your lineup. Jennings is averaging just 2.6 yards per carry this season and the Jaguars don’t exactly have the easiest schedule with the Packers (17th against the run) and Lions (16th against the run) up next on the schedule.

The Steelers backfield is a jumbled mess with running back Rashard Mendenhall and Issac Redman still sidelined after missing practice on Wednesday. After his strong 122-yard showing in week 7 running back, Jonathan Dwyer looks like the hot commodity off the wire this week, if both Mendenhall and Redman miss action in week 8, but at the moment that still remains an sticky situation.

The Rams seem to have found themselves a new deep threat and playmaker in wide receiver Chris Givens. If the bye weeks are playing havoc with your lineup and you’re looking for help, the speedy receiver could offer some temporary relief this week when the Rams play host to the Patriots (ranked 29^th against the pass) in London. Givens has posted better than 50 yards receiving in four straight games and has gradually become more and more a part of the team’s passing attack. He’s nothing more than a flex option at best, but through the bye weeks he could be a nice fill and big surprise.

The Jets offense has been in a quagmire all season, but one bright spot for quarterback Mark Sanchez has been the emergence of wide receiver Jeremy Kerley. The second year wideout has hardly lit the world on fire, but he’s slowly making his way up the fantasy ranks; at least some of us know who he is. Better than that, Kerley has turned in some nice efforts on Sunday and Sanchez appears to be looking his way more often; 26 targets over the past three weeks. Kerley won’t offer any big prizes just yet, but he could work his way in as a flex option for some owners.

Trending This Week

The Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown has not scored a touchdown in his past three starts, but he’s still a favorite in the passing game with 28 targets over the same span. The Steelers host the Redskins (ranked 32nd against the pass) on Sunday and Brown could finally breakout of his scoring slump.

The Cardinals passing game has not had much to speak about this season other than Larry Fitzgerald, but with opposing teams really focusing on taking Fitz out third year receiving Andre Roberts is starting to make noise. This past Sunday Roberts turned in his second 100-yard receiving game this season. His numbers have not been consistent this season, but in his past three games he has been targeted 25 times. With the quarterbacks continuing to look his direction, better numbers seem likely in the future.

With Mohamed Massaquoi sidelined, rookie wide receiver Josh Gordon is suddenly emerging as the Browns leading scoring threat in the pass game. Gordon has scored at least one touchdown in his last three games and has been targeted 22 times. Gordon’s quickly showing his ability to produce and if rookie quarterback Brandon Weeden continues to look in his direction, he looks like a promising candidate to sustain his level of fantasy production.

By David Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: FANTASY FIVE

Friday Edition

September 28th, 2012  

FSH Fantasy Five

Week 4 Running Backs

Week 4 has some interesting twists and matchups, but with three weeks in the books (nearly a quarter of the regular season), we have a much better feel of what to expect….or do we?

Cedric Benson, GB

There’s absolutely no reason to believe that (head coach) Mike McCarthy’s Packers are going to change anything about how they attack opposing defenses, but I definitely think he’s not too smart for his own good. The Packers throw the ball and just about better than anyone else in the league, but facing the league’s worst run defense this week, they will run; enter Mr. Benson. Cedric is not off to a hot start this season, but he’s shown he can still be productive when called on; in week 2 he toted the rock 20 times for 81 yards. This week against the Saints (allowing 5 yards per carry) Benson should have little trouble finding running room; he’s a good low end RB2 this week.

Alfred Morris, WAS

The Redskins main guy in the backfield, rookie running back Alfred Morris is enjoying a solid 2012 campaign, ranked 9th in rushing with three touchdowns and a solid 4.3 yards per carry average. On Sunday he’ll line up in the backfield set to take on the Buccaneers stout number one ranked run defense. Morris is not going to find too many holes on Sunday, but facing the Bucs shaky secondary (ranked last in the league) the Redskins should still enjoy plenty of success moving the ball, putting Morris in line to add to his three scores this season. He’s not going to tally big numbers on the ground, but Morris should still be a safe low end RB2 play this week.

Stevan Ridley, NE

Ranked 11th in rushing this season (233 yards rushing), with five receptions for another 51 yards, the Patriots running back Stevan Ridley is finding plenty of ways to stay productive on Sunday. He’s only managed to cross the goal line once this season, but facing the Bills 15th ranked run defense (17th overall), I like Ridley’s chances to find pay-dirt at least once on Sunday. I am not too high on this kid this week, but I think Ridley will manage 80-plus yards with a score; a safe RB2 this week.

Willis McGahee, DEN

Despite the injury concerns surrounding Broncos running back Willis McGahee, he is expected to play and should play well this Sunday against the league’s 23rd ranked defense. The Raiders have issues in the secondary and could be in for a long afternoon trying to cover the Bronco’s receivers. With success in the air, holes should be open for McGahee to find and even a couple of trips into the red zone. I expect to see McGahee get at least one in the end-zone this week against the Raiders run defense that has already yielded four touchdowns on the ground this season; start him.

Maurice Jones-Drew

The Jaguars offense has been far from fantasy stellar this season, but they have not been all that bad, especially running back Maurice Jones-Drew (ranked 3rd in rushing). Mo-Jo may have held out, but it looks like he kept in pretty good shape tallying 314 yards thus far this season on the ground. MJD has also kept himself active in the pass game with 8 receptions in three games. He’ll face the leagues 31st ranked run defense (Bengals) that is allowing a whopping 5.8 yards per carry and over 150 yards on the ground per contest. It’s never easy to predict big games, but it’s easy to say Mo-Jo is a solid RB1 this week.

By David Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: SUNDAY GAMETIME

September 25th, 2011 Sunday

Sunday Morning Gametime

Fantasy owners have had two exciting weekends of football action and plenty to cheer about with record setting passing numbers being set in consecutive weeks. With such prospects week three is promising to be every bit as exciting as its predecessors. Cam Newton at home today against Jacksonville, a showdown between Tom Brady (Patriots) and Ryan Fitzpatrick (Bills), and Matt Schaub (Texans) squaring off with Drew Brees (Saints) highlight today’s ledger of games.

Perhaps the biggest game on the schedule today is not the rematch of the Eagles and the Giants, with the G-men looking for revenge after last season’s collapse in week 15 (although this will be a good one), but the divisional matchup between the Bears and Packers. Last season these two met in the NFC championship with the Packers moving on to the Big Dance and again this season these two meet with two teams heading in apparent opposite directions. The Packers are off to a 2-0 start and looking strong to defend their Super Bowl title, while the Bears are still reeling from their debacle last week at the hands of the Saints.

It’s just one loss (to the Saints) for the defending NFC North champs, but with quarterback Jay Cutler having already hit the turf 11 times this season (most sacks in the league) he could be facing a very long day against the Packers defense (7 sacks this season). After their impressive win over the Falcons in week one, back to back losses now would soon put a halt to their momentum and really have the Bears scrambling to right what would become a slowly sinking ship. If the Bears are going to get back on track in a hurry, they will need to protect Cutler and may have to call on Matt Forte to grind out some yardage on the ground to do so.

Last season against the Packers in their first meeting, Forte only ran for 29 yards (at home) and was limited to just 13 touches. He was much more effective in the second much rushing for 91 yards on 15 carries and catching 8 balls for another 60 yards. Expect to see the Bears try and get Forte involved early and often on the ground and in the short passing game; he could be very productive today, but will have to earn his keep.


Watch-list

With the likelihood of running back Arian Foster sitting, it looks like Ben Tate will not only get the start, but see a hefty work load today against the Saints. Tate has run well in two weeks this season and should see his success continue on the ground today against a Saints run defense that is allowing over four yards per carry. The key will be for the Texans to keep this one close, so they can be patient on the ground and feed Tate.

Keep your eye on the Jaguars ground attack led by running back Maurice Jones-Drew. The Jags travel to Carolina today and will face a run defense that is getting chewed up at nearly five yards per clip. Jones-Drew has yet to hit the century mark in a game this season, but today could be his first against the Panthers.


The Steelers will get the Colts in the Sunday night capper and expect the men of steel to get back to basics and back to the ground and pound. The Colts are really struggling on offense, so Big Ben and company will get plenty of opportunities and possessions to move the ball with running back Rashard Mendenhall. I would expect Mendenhall to tote the rock at least 20 times today and facing the Colts 29th ranked run defense he should easily improve his 3.6 yards per carry average.

After last week’s flub at the hands of the Titans, expect the Ravens to return to their old bully selves and get back to some smash mouth today against the Rams. Running back Ray Rice only carried the ball 13 times last week in the loss, but could see nearly double today against the league’s worst run defense (Rams). The Rams have allowed 355 yards on the ground in two games and could be in for a long day trying to slow down Rice and company.

Today’s Fantasy notes:

Today’s 20 Fantasy Running Backs (Week 3)

1. Ray Rice (Ravens)
2. Michael Turner (Falcons)
3. Rashard Mendenhall (Steelers)
4. Maurice Jones-Drew (Jaguars)
5. Adrian Peterson (Vikings)
6. Chris Johnson (Titans)
7. LeSean McCoy (Eagles)
8. Fred Jackson (Bills)
9. Matt Forte (Bears)
10. Peyton Hillis (Browns)
11. Ben Tate (Texans)
12. Jahvid Best (Lions)
13. Shonn Greene (Jets)
14. Frank Gore (49ers)
15. Darren McFadden (Raiders)
16. Daniel Thomas (Dolphins)
17. LeGarrette Blount (Buccaneers)
18. Ryan Matthews (Chargers)
19. Ahmad Bradshaw (Giants)
20. Thomas Jones (Chiefs)



My Picks Today

My “Four Horsemen”

Philip Rivers; The Chiefs are down and it could be time for Rivers to put them out. Rivers is facing a defense that has allowed 89 points in two games, including 8 passing touchdowns; expect a big game from this Charger today.

Michael Turner; The Falcons running back averaged 24 carries in both games last season and scored three times in the two meetings. I look for similar numbers today.

DeSean Jackson; Last week it was the Maclin show, this week it will be Jackson’s turn to torch the opposing secondary. Today’s foe, the Giants secondary has been burned for 11 pass plays of 20 yards or more. I am expecting Jackson to add to that total.

Dustin Keller; He is the team’s leading receiver with 11 catches and should be targeted plenty today against the Raiders (ranked 21st against the pass). Keller also has two touchdowns this season and should add number three today.

By David Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: SUNDAY MORNING GAMETIME

December 26th, 2010, Sunday

Sunday Morning Gametime

Today’s injury notes

The Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez practiced Friday and is expected to start today against the Bears according to ESPN. Sanchez is dealing with a sore shoulder, but did not suffer any setbacks this week; he is clear to play and will start.

The Patriots are likely to go after their 13th win and a chance to clinch a division title today without rookie tight end Aaron Hernandez. He has been downgraded to doubtful with a hip injury and is not expected to play today, according to the Patriots Twitter feed.

The Jaguars are not expecting running back Maurice Jones-Drew to be available today against the Redskins. MJD missed practice all week and looks doubtful for today’s matchup. Running back Rashard Jennings would get the start if MJD is unable to go.

The Packers will have quarterback Aaron Rodgers returning to the lineup today against the Giants. Rodgers, recovering from a concussion was cleared earlier in the week to return to the field and practiced well all week with the team this week. He is expected to start.

Before they signs indicated this game could be postponed, the Vikings quarterback Brett Favre was looking doubtful for Sunday night. If the game gets moved, you’d better check back on Favre’s status.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Texan’s are likely to be without wide receiver Andre Johnson (ankle). The Texan’s wideout is listed as doubtful for Sunday, but Johnson will test the ankle during warm-ups; the Texan’s play a late game today.

The Bengals will not have Chad Ochocinco (foot) available today against the visiting Chargers. The team has declared the wide receiver inactive. Rookie receiver Jordan Shipley and Andre Caldwell and expected to start for the injured TO and Ochocinco.

Today’s Matchup

Weather conditions should have little effect on Philip Rivers today, expect to the see the Bolts’ quarterbacks do what he does so well; throw the ball. He should have a big day as one of the top rated quarterbacks in the league.

Rodgers will be a risk and reward play today against the Giants. As long as he is protected he’ll be able to torch the Giants’ secondary, but expect the G-men to come after him with lots of blitzes and pressure. As long as he is standing he’s due for a big passing day.

Rashard Jennings is expected to start in place of the injured MJD, but he is not MJD. The Redskins are however the 27th ranked run defense. Jennings should be productive (90+ total yards), but not likely to have a huge game.

With Andre Johnson ailing, tight end Owen Daniels could become more of a focal point in the pass game against an awful Broncos secondary. Daniels should see plenty of targets today and has a good chance at scoring Sunday.

The Jaguars defense ranks 18th against the run, so expect to see a heavy does of Redskin’s running back Ryan Torain. With Grossman making his second start on Sunday the Redskins would like to get Torain rolling early and see a more balanced attack. Torain leads the team with 616 yards rushing and three touchdowns this season.

By David Ortega

FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

December 10th, 2010 Friday

David’s Daily Digest

Fantasy Notes:

TASHARD CHOICE IS THE MAN OF CHOICE
After turning in an impressive showing last when he rushed for over 100 yards, don’t be surprised if the Cowboys call Tashard Choice’s number often with Marion Barber banged up. Last Sunday Choice carried the ball 19 times and scored once on a 20 yard scamper.
My Fantasy Read:
Choice is making a hard case to be more involved with the offense and from the sounds coming from Dallas that just may be the plan. Choice will face a tenacious Philly defense, but also one that only ranks12th against the run. Even splitting carries Choice should be a safe play this week in most formats as the Eagles have allowed 239 yards on the ground in their past games, including one rushing touchdown last week.

MOJO IS A ONE MAN SHOW
The Jaguars are reverting to playing straight up smash mouth football and led by their running back Maurice Jones-Drew, they look like they can be successful at it. Last Sunday MoJo toted the rock 31 times on his way to 186 yards rushing; his highest total of his career). It was also his fifth straight game with over 100 yards rushing.
My Fantasy Read:
The Jaguars have won four of their last five with MoJo averaging 25 carries per game. It looks like head coach Jack Del Rio is putting all his eggs in MJD’s bread-basket; fantasy owners won’t have to worry about the touches slowing down.

JAMAAL CHARLES STILL RUNNING BIG
The league’s leading ground game is anchored by the legs of running back Jamaal Charles and last Sunday he continued his running ways. Charles tallied over 100 yards on the ground for the third time this season while catching a pair of passes for another 20 yards.
My Fantasy Read:
Even with splitting carries with running back Thomas Jones, Charles sees enough action to be a safe fantasy one running back. In his last three games he’s averaging 21 touches per game and 146 yards of offense.

TOM BRADY; THAT’S MR. PERFECT TO YOU
Monday night the Patriot’s field general treated the fans of New England and a national audience to something special as he put on aerial butt whooping. Brady completed 21 of 29 passes for 326 yards and tossed four touchdowns (second time in as many weeks) while posting a passer rating of 148.9. This season Brady has posted a rating of 100 or higher eight times, including a current streak of four straight.
My Fantasy Read:
Brady is quickly making many “I think Joe Montana is the best quarterback” fans nervous with his brilliant play. Needless to say Brady looks to be golden with the fantasy playoffs now underway. With matchups against the Bears, Packers, and the Bills up next, can his fantasy owners say “championship!”

FSH: SUNDAY MORNING GAMETIME

November 28th, 2010 Sunday

Sunday Morning Gametime

There are plenty of games and big matchups to watch today, even with three already in the books. With just two weeks left in the fantasy season (for most fantasy leagues), today’s games and matchups will be huge for those owners fighting for their post season life. Always playing a big part in the life of a fantasy owner; the injury report….

Today’s injury notes:

The Brown’s kick returner/wide receiver Josh Cribbs (foot injury) is active today against the Panthers 14th overall ranked defense. While Cribbs will play, rookie quarterback Colt McCoy (high ankle sprain) will sit with quarterback Jake Delhomme getting the start.

The Bills will be without their rookie running back C.J. Spiller (hamstring injury) who is listed as inactive. Even with the majority of carries today, it could be a rough day for starter Fred Jackson facing the league’s number one rush defense (Steelers).

The Panthers will have running back Jonathan Stewart (concussion) on the bench, but he will play; starting in his place again running back Mike Goodson. Goodson has been effective as the starter and should continue to see the majority of carries against the Browns.

The Jaguars will have the services of wide receiver Mike Sims-Walker (ankle injury) today, who returns after missing some action. Also active today is running back Maurice Jones-Drew (abdomen injury) who will face the Giants 5th ranked run defense.

The Vikings quarterback Brett Favre (flu symptoms) is expected to start today, but it sounds like he will be far less than 100%. Favre’s illness condition has gotten worse according to reports and he could be experiencing a sinus infection. Don’t expect a little bug to keep him sidelined, but if weakened any he could lose a little zip on his some of his throws today.

Notable Matchups;

With Bernard Berrian being deactivated today, it looks like it could be a very active day for wide receiver Sidney Rice. He’ll have a favorable matchup today facing the Redskins 29th ranked pass defense and as expected the Vikings wide receiver (Rice) will start today.

The Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson is starting to feel more like his old self as his ankle injury he has been nursing most of the season heals. The Titans struggle versus the pass this season ranked 26th and could be in for a long day trying to catch Johnson.

The Redskins will be without running back Ryan Torain (hamstring), so Keiland Williams will get the start once again. It may not be a good idea to jump on the Williams bandwagon today with the Redskins facing the Vikings 7th ranked run defense. Williams is also likely split some carries with recent practice-squad call up running back James Davis.

There’s been some chatter this morning in the Randy Moss camp and deservedly so; the Titans face the league’s worst pass defense. There’s no question it’s a risky play, but with the Texans allowing more than 300 yards passing per game and 25 touchdowns this season, you have to expect Fischer and company will take their shots downfield with Moss.

FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

November 23rd, 2010, Tuesday

David’s Daily Digest

My Fantasy Notes:

BRANDON PETTIGREW WARRANTS SOME ATTENTION
The Lions rookie tight end turned in a superb performance last Sunday against the Cowboys catching 8 balls for 75 yards in the loss. Detroit stayed close into the second half, but once they fell behind big they went almost exclusively to the pass. Pettigrew started quick with five catches in the first half off of six targets, but only managed three grabs down the stretch.
My Fantasy Read:
Pettigrew was targeted a total of 10 times on the day. Over the past three weeks he is the third most targeted tight end and looks to remain a solid fantasy play going forward. This week he’ll have a shot at the Patriots 31st ranked pass defense. The Pats defense has been victimized by the tight end position over the past two games for 12 receptions and 120 yards; play Pettigrew.

MIKE WALLACE IS THE BIG PLAY IN STEELTOWN
Despite only making three grabs last Sunday, the Steeler’s wide receiver Mike Wallace managed to make a huge impact. His three grabs averaged 38.7 yards, including a 52 yard catch and score to help bury the Raiders. Wallace also added a 19 yard scamper. For the year the wide out is averaging 23 yards per catch and has 8 touchdowns to his credit.
My Fantasy Read:
Wallace will draw a tough matchup this week when he faces the Bills 7th ranked pass defense, but then again maybe not. With 24 targets in the last three weeks Wallace has emerged into Big Ben’s deep threat this season. And with the Bills in their last three games allowing 9 pass play of 20 yards or more, including two over 35 yards expect Ben to chuck the deep ball. Wallace should be good for a couple of grabs and a score.

KNOWSHON MORENO SHOWING HE CAN HANDLE THE LOAD
Whenever you lose you always have to try and find some good to build from. For the depleted 3-7 Broncos, one good that can be easily spotted is their second year running back Knowshon Moreno. Over the past several weeks Moreno has been healthy and starting to show a lot of that versatility that head coach Josh McDaniels was hoping for. In his last two games Moreno has not only carried the ball 35 times, but he has also caught 10 passes; this includes Monday’s seven grabs for62 yards and 13 carry for 58 yards with a rushing touchdown.
My Fantasy Read:
As long as Moreno remains healthy he looks like he can be as good as back in this league. His 276 yards of total offense (inclues two touchdowns) over the past two weeks ranks third behind Maurice Jones-Drew (333 yards) and Fred Jackson (299 yards). Moreno is a must start in every format.

FSH: MY WEEKLY SURVIVAL

September 30th, 2010, Thursday

My Weekly Survivors

After three weeks of competition my fantasy team currently sits in the 14th spot. We dropped a couple of slots last weekend, but overall I felt we had a pretty good week. The Cowboys’ quarterback Tony Romo did not disappoint with a strong game and both running back Darren McFadden and wide receiver Autsin Collie both came up big last week. I had a few duds last week, but we’ll press on and finds some real diamonds in the pile for week four. With the first quarter of the season nearing a close, it’s time to make a move and find a seat in the top 10.

This week there are a few interesting matchups and a few favorable ones that look too good to pass on…

QB-Eli Manning, New York Giants
The Giants are going to be working overtime to grind out yards on the ground against the Bears number one run defense. Fortunately for Eli and company they will face the leagues 28th ranked pass defense that has registered just two sacks in three games this season. Eli may get hurried from time to time, but he’ll have a better ground game than Green Bay did Monday night and should be able to effectively use some play-action to find his targets.

RB-Frank Gore, San Francisco 49ers
This kid is carrying quite the load for the Niners offense; through the team’s first three games he has 74 touches (52 rush and 22 receptions). And while he still looks fresh and ready, I say ride him while he’s hot and before he wears down. The Falcons are ranked 12th against the run this season, but they are giving up a whopping 5.1 yards per carry and have already surrendered two plays of 40 yards or more. Gore is a workhorse that’s ready to run wild.

RB-Maurice Jones-Drew. Jacksonville Jaguars
MJD loves to play against the Colts especially at home (Sunday’s matchup is in Jacksonville) In his last two starts at home against Peyton and company the Jaguars running back has averaged 151 yards of offense. With those kind of numbers MJD is a must-start!

WR-Mark Clayton, St. Louis Rams
Maybe all the kid needed was a new uniform with new colors. Clayton had not been this productive since his 2006 season in Baltimore, but since he’s become a Ram he has risen from the dusts. Clayton already has 17 receptions and two touchdowns this season and Sunday will be facing the Seahawks 30th ranked pass defense that has already been torched 14 times for 20 yards or more. I like Clayton’s chances of breaking a long one.

WR-Brandon Marshall, Miami Dolphins
In three games this season the Patriots defense has been torched by the opposing teams’ flankers for 22 receptions, 287 yards, and two touchdowns. After watching Marshall dominate the Jets secondary for most of last Sunday Night, I don’t see the Patriot 25th ranked pass defense having any shot of slowing him down. A buck and a quarter with at least one visit to the end zone sounds about right.

TE-John Carlson, Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks tight end is the team’s leading receiver and most targeted receiving option this season. It’s really no surprise with the savvy veteran Matt Hasselbeck under center; an experienced and capable field general knows where to go with the ball. On Sunday matched up against the Rams 24th ranked pass defense, Carlson looks like a solid play for 60 yards and a score.

PK-Jeff Reed, Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers and Ravens square off on Sunday in what will undoubtedly be a bruising battle between the two clubs. Points will be at a premium and both clubs are very likely to be very stingy in the red-zone. I expect to see Reed put in a busy day of work on Sunday.

My Previous starts

Week 1 (Total points-77)
QB Donovan McNabb (WAS)
RB Matt Forte (CHI)
RB Carnell Williams (TB)
WR Jeremy Maclin (PHI)
WR Jabar Gaffney (DEN)
TE Zach Miller (OAK)
K Joe Nedney (SF)

Week 2 (Total points-68)
QB Michael Vick (PHI)
RB Ahmad Bradshaw (NYG)
RB Rashard Mendenhall (PIT)
WR Nate Washington (TEN)
WR Greg Jennings (GB)
TE Chris Cooley (WAS)
K Nick Folk (NYJ)

Week 3 (Total points-87)
QB Tony Romo (DAL)
RB Darren McFadden
RB Ray Rice (BAL)
WR Austin Collie (IND)
WR Dez Bryant (DAL)
TE Brent Celek (PHI)
K Lawrence Tynes (NYG)

FSH: SUNDAY NIGHT FANTASY FOOTBALL HEADLINES

November 8th, 2009

9:37pm PST

Sunday Night FF Headlines

Who is now making Fantasy News?

Keep track of which players are making noise

[fantasy points based on traditional scoring]

QB-Kurt Warner throws five touchdowns.....

The Cardinal’s quarterback was fabulous on Sunday completing 22 of 32 for 261 yards passing with five touchdowns in the teams big week 9 road win over the Bears. (40 fantasy points)

QB-Josh Freeman throw three touchdowns in win..…

Making his first start rookie quarterback Josh Freeman completed 14 of 31 passes for 205 yards with three touchdowns. Freeman also added 20 yards rushing. (26 fantasy points)

RB-Frank Gore is fantasy stud in week 9….

The Niner’s running back was dynamic with 15 carries, seven receptions, 158 total yards, and a rushing touchdown in the team’s loss to Tennessee. (21 fantasy points)

RB-Maurice Jones-Drew has big day in win …

The Jaguars multi-purpose running back was huge on Sunday totaling 134 yards and scoring a touchdown in the team’s win over Kansas City. (18 fantasy points)

RB-Ryan Grant is solid in week 9 loss……

The Packers running back carried the ball 21 times on Sunday gaining 96 yards on the ground and scoring one touchdown in a losing effort. (15 fantasy points)

WR-Robert Meachum makes a few grabs on Sunday..…

The Saint’s wide receiver was finally a big part of the passing game on Sunday catching five balls for 98 yards and a touchdown in the team’s week 9 come from behind win. (15 fantasy points)

Some IDP Fantasy Newsmakers…

LB-Stephen Cooper collecting ball carriers…

The Charger’s linebacker was busy on Sunday wrapping up opposing ball carriers all afternoon. Cooper finished the game with 13 total tackles, including seven solo.

DL-Jonathan Babineaux gets to the quarterback…

The Falcons defensive tackle founds his way to the opposing backfield several times, disrupting the opposing offense all afternoon. Babineaux recorded two and a half sacks to go along with 10 total tackles.

LB-Shawn Merriman plays lights out…

The Charger’s pass rushing linebacker found his groove on Sunday in the meadowlands. Merriman broke out with two sacks, including a game clincher in the closing moments.

By David Ortega

Check back every Sunday for more “Sunday Night FF Headlines!”

FSH: THE FANTASY SPORTS ZONE (SUNDAY HEROES)

November 1st, 2009 10:37pm PST

The Fantasy Sports Zone

Week Eight

“Sunday’s Heroes”

Week Eight in the NFL.…

Against the Niners defense it took every one of Peyton Manning’s 48 passes to generate enough offense and steam to overcome the upstart visitors. Manning completed 31 of his passes for 347 yards, but was shut out of the endzone for the first time this season.

The Jaguars offense got a much needed boost on Sunday from running back Maurice Jones-Drew, but it wasn’t enough to overcome the winless Titans. Jones-Drew rushed for 177 yards on only eight carries, including a couple of long touchdown runs; one for 80-yard and another for 79-yards.

The Charger’s wide receiver Vincent Jackson has blossomed into one of the league’s elite. On Sunday against the Raiders Jackson snagged eight passes for 103 yards and a score to lead the Bolt’s passing attack.

These were just a few of Week Eight’s Gridiron Gladiators. Check out the rest of Sunday’s Heroes from today’s action;

Sunday’s Heroes

WK 8-Passing Club

Name Team .............CompAtt Yds TD Int Rate

Peyton Manning,IND......31 48 347 0 0 86

Aaron Rodgers,GB........26 41 287 3 0 108.5

Matt Schaub,HOU........25 34 268 0 2 71.7

Mark Sanchez,NYJ.......20 35 265 2 0 100.3

Tony Romo,DAL..........21 36 256 3 0 108

WK 8-Rushing Club

Name Team.................Att Yds Avg TD

Chris Johnson,TEN.........24 228 9.5 2

Maurice Jones-Drew,JAC..8 177 22.1 2

DeAngelo Williams,CAR...23 158 6.9 0

Steven Jackson,STL.......22 149 6.8 1

Ryan Moats,HOU...........23 126 5.5 3

Thomas Jones,NYJ.........27 102 3.8 0

WK 8-Receiving Club

Name Team............Rec Yds Avg TD

Reggie Wayne,IND......12 147 12.2 1

Vincent Jackson,SD.......8 103 12.9 1

Dallas Clark,IND...........8 99 12.4 0

Nate Burleson,SEA........6 89 14.8 0

Greg Jennings,GB.........8 88 11 1

Percy Harvin,MIN..........5 84 16.8 1

Check back every week for more “Sunday Heroes”