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

FSH NOTEBOOK: FANTASY FOOTBALL WINS

September 11th, 2023

David's Daily Digest

Monday Late-Evening Edition

Fantasy Football Wins!

(NFL Week 1)

The NFL season is long and this one will be no different, unless your fantasy team is in the tank early, then it's long and one to forget. There will be plenty of surprises and disappointments throughout, just as there will be some wins and whiffs with some of my fantasy predictions. 

These were some of my week one wins.

Jordan Love (QB) - The Packers looked to be in capable hands on Sunday. With the departure of Aaron Rodgers, the Packers ushered in their next era of quarterback with Jordan Love. He led the team to a season opening road win in the windy city, passing for 245 yards and throwing three touchdowns. 

Justin Herbert (QB) - Herbert was one of my strong plays for DFS and he came through with a strong performance throwing for 228 yards on 23 of 33 passing, adding a passing touchdown and a rushing score. Herbert finished Sunday tied as the No.4 fantasy quarterback.

Travis Etienne Jr (RB) - The Jaguars running back, also a DFS favorite, was solid on Sunday, finishing as the No.7 fantasy running back. Etienne rushed for 77 yards on 18 carries, caught 5 balls for 27 yards receiving, with one rushing touchdown.

The season is early and a lot more football to be played. This list will grow. 

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: FANTASY FOOTBALL WHIFFS

September 11th, 2023

David's Daily Digest

Monday Late-Evening Edition

Fantasy Football Whiffs!

(NFL Week 1)

I was down on Darnell

Darnell Mooney (WR) - The Bears receiver is still Justin Fields' go-to guy. In a low-volume passing game, Fields only attempted 13 passes to his receivers and Mooney was the recipient (7) times. I missed on this one, Mooney should be owned.

I didn't like Jimmy G.

Jimmy Garappolo (QB) - He’s still Mr.GQ Smooth and on Sunday Jimmy G showed he’s a winner. Garappolo passed for 200 yards and tossed two scores to finish as the No.14 fantasy QB on Sunday. He's a fringe QB1 in deeper leagues with some upside potential.

I was expecting a lot from him in the passing game

Antonio Gibson (RB) - The Commanders running back was a complete dud on Sunday. Gibson contributed just four touches for 19 total yards and a turnover. He played in just 25 snaps (35.2%) on Sunday.

I was not on the hype train.

Bijan Robinson (RB) - I was not on the hype-train during the preseason. I didn’t doubt this kid’s talent or ability, just wasn’t hyping him up and getting excited. I know it’s only one game, but he was impressive enough for me to say I was wrong about him - he’s pretty good.

I liked Johnson's matchup in week 1.

Juwan Johnson (TE) - The Saints tight end was a non-factor on Sunday, getting targeted just five times. Johnson finished the day with three catches for 36 yards. He’s best on fantasy owners benches for now.

These were a few of my week one misses. Hopefully I can improve my numbers as we forward into the season.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: SUNDAY'S HEROES WEEK 1

September 11th, 2023

David's Daily Digest

Monday Evening Edition

NFL Sunday Week 1:

Sunday Heroes

QB,Tua Tagovailoa (Dolphins) - The Dolphins quarterback seemed to put to rest any doubts about his ability to lead this offense and be The Guy. On opening Sunday, Tua threw for an incredible 466 yards and tossed three touchdowns to lead the Phins to a come-from-behind week one road win. Tua completed 28 of 45 passes (62.2% completion) and posted a 110.5 passer rating, finishing as the number fantasy Quarterback in week 1.

RB, Aaron Jones (Packers) - The Packers running back finished opening Sunday as the number one fantasy running back, totaling 127 yards (41 rush, 86 rec) of offense. He added (2) receptions on (4) targets and two touchdowns (1 run, 1 catch) on the day with an incredible average of 11.5 yards gained per touch.

WR, Tyreek Hill (Dolphins) - Cheetah showed everyone on Sunday, why he’s one of the best receivers in today’s game. The Phins receiver posted Madden-like numbers versus the Chargers, catching 11 passes, for 215 yards receiving, and two receiving touchdowns. Hill was Mr.Fantasy on Sunday, posting 44.5 fantasy points (ppr format) to lead all of fantasy.

TE, Hunter Henry (Patriots) - In case some forgot, the Patriots tightend Hunter Henry is still a very good pass-catching tight end. Henry was targeted six times, hauling in 5 balls for 56 yards receiving, and a score to lead all tight ends (ppr format).

IDP, TJ Watt (Steelers) - The Steelers linebacker, TJ Watt wrecked havoc on Sunday causing commotion and destruction to the Niners backfield. Despite the losing effort by the Steelers, Watt left it all out on the field yesterday, turning in three sacks, 5 solo tackles, 2 forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and one pass-defense. He led all IDPs in scoring.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega

FSH NOTEBOOK: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

September 10th, 2023

Sunday Morning Edition

(DFS) The Favorite Five 

(Draft Kings)

QB-Justin Herbert, LAC ($6,900) - Love the matchup here against the Dolphins. A lot of offense in this one and with the Chargers at home Herbert is a strong play (Dolphins D ranked 31st versus fantasy QB last season). Herbert threw for over 4,700 yards and tossed 25 touchdowns in 2022. Great play today.

RB-Travis Etienne Jr, JAC ($6,900) - At his price, I love Etienne. I like the Jags in this one and believe Etienne could be featured down the stretch to close this one out. Either way, he should be in line for a busy and productive day against the Colts (ranked 22nd versus RBs in 2022).

WR-Chris Godwin, TBB ($5,900) - Godwin seems like a great value safe play. Last season he corralled 104 balls on 142 targets. Even though the team made a change at quarterback in the offseason, expect Godwin to get plenty of work against a suspect Vikings secondary (ranked 31st versus WRs in 2022).

WR-Mike Williams, LAC ($5,700) - This matchup is in line to be a shootout and at his cost, Williams is a great play to pair up with Herbert. Last season against the Phins in week 14, Williams grabbed 6 passes for 116 yards and a score. Strong play today.

TE-Juwan Johnson, NOS ($3,900) -  Johnson could be looking at a big day against the Titans today. Last season the Titans D ranked 30th versus opposing tight ends in fantasy. At his current value, Johnson looks like a great sneaky play.

That's my take!

~David G. Ortega