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September 2nd, 2021

Thursday Late-Night Edition

 

Draft Day has Returned: Are You Ready?

 

With the return of the annual Fantasy Football Season, we welcome back one of the most celebrated days of the calendar year; Draft day!
 
It’s a unique time of strong brotherhood, where the bond of gamesmanship and the love of the game bring men, women, boys, girls, cats & dogs, and fans of the NFL together for a few hours of trash talk, heartbreak, elation, and misery. I am talking about the beloved annual fantasy draft, an event unlike any other. 
 
The draft day extravaganza is one event that can take your joys and celebrations to the highest of heights and one that can suck every inch of the very life out of your soul with every selection that is made and those that are not made.
 
But before the drama, laughs, or any trash talking can begin, the dedicated fantasy league commissioner and his fellow owners must plan for the day of perfection and greatness. It all starts with the perfect venue; any place the wives, significant others, or distinguished partners will allow. Let’s face it, your backyard or garage will suit as long as you have adequate lighting. Dedicated fans know, nothing will stand in the way of your fantasy draft, except for maybe a few little scheduling conflicts, but where there is a will, there will be a draft.
 
Once you have hammered down the date, time, and place, it’s game on and time to do this thing!
 
The key to a successful and memorable draft day is simple; you must show up prepared. The planning is key, but preparation and supplies are essential. The fantasy owner should plan for  plenty of hydration; a large variety is always a winner!

You can also never go wrong with a nice cold beverage; wink, wink.
 
With your supply cabinet heavily stocked for the day’s event, it helps to plan for some great snacks and dishes.

 
Google can be a helpful tool for Draft day recipes or the phone number to your local pizza joint, but if you have the courage, homemade dishes work just as well.

 

Forget your fantasy magazine, the latest expert advice from your favorite fantasy football podcast, if you want the perfect draft on Draft Day, just make sure you have the coldest beers in town. As long as the beer is cold, you have already won.

 
That’s just my take.
 
 
~David Ortega

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August 31st, 2021
Tuesday Late Night Edition

FANTASY FOOTBALL IS BACK!!

Welcome Back!

It’s Fantasy Football Season once again, the 2021 version.
These are without question strange and in some cases for some difficult times, but hopefully with the return of the NFL and fantasy football, fans can experience a little more normalcy that has been missing for most for the past year and a half.

We are entering our second season during the ongoing pandemic, but I am looking forward to this being a great season, with a lot more football this season, 18 weeks worth!

With the added week of football, what’s the plan, what’s the strategy?
Mine is simple, take lots of notes, do my research, and get ready for the best year of fantasy football yet.

I am totally buying into this new age of quarterbacks, Josh Allen and Patrick Mahomes with uber talent, the super athletic Lamar Jackson and Kyler Murray, and the rising stars Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow.

This year's rookie class is also one I am excited about, not only because of their potential, but their immediate impact; Trevor Lawrence, Mac Jones, and Zach Wilson. I haven’t even mentioned Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, Dak Prescott, or Tom Brady and what their seasons might look like.

With so much talent at the position, I like the depth at quarterback for one QB Leagues, so per usual I won’t be chasing any in the early rounds.

It’s going to be a great season and could be one for the ages; so are you ready for some football?

Welcome back Fantasy football Season, time to get your popcorn ready!

~David Ortega

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Saturday Night Edition
November 30th 2019

FSH: Quick Takes

The Seahawks rookie wide receiver DK Metcalf has not seen fewer than 5 targets in each of his games since week 6 and has 25 total in his last three starts. His numbers have been modest to quiet his past two starts, but he could be in line to bounce back on Monday night against the Vikings.

Over the past four weeks, the Vikings secondary has been toasted allowing the 2nd most fantasy points to opposing receivers, including 727 receiving yards (3rd most), and four receiving touchdowns. On the season, the Vikings defense has allowed the 3rd most fantasy points to opposing wideouts, including 15 touchdowns (tied for 3rd most). 

This could be just the matchup Metcalf needs to repeat his breakout performance from week 9, when he turned in a line of 6/123/1.

That’s My Take
~David Ortega

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Saturday Night Edition
November 30th 2019

FSH: Quick Takes

If you were quick to the Waiver Wire draw last week and lucky enough to pick up Colts running back Johnathan Williams, then you should thinking start him this Sunday. In his past two games, Williams has carried the rock 39 times and hauled in four receptions for a total of 268 yards (220 rushing/48 receiving).

This week Williams will get a savory matchup against a struggling Titans defense. Over the past four weeks, the Titans defense has allowed the 5th most fantasy points to opposing running backs, including four rushing touchdowns (4th most over the four week span), and 4.5 yards per carry. 

Williams may be on a limited clock, but he’ll get the start at least one more week with starter Marlon Mack not expected to make his return until week 14.

That’s My Take
~David Ortega

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Saturday Night Edition
November 23rd 2019

Week 12: Quick Take

RB-Nick Chubb, Browns
Over his past five games, Browns running back Nick Chubb has had at least 20 carries, averaging nearly 24 touches per game. The Browns ball carrier has seen a minimum of 21 touches and eclipsed 100 yards rushing in three of the five contests. His per game average over this span is 105.1 yards rushing (526 total rushing yards) with two rushing scores. Chubb has also been active in the passing game with 12 receptions for 55 receiving yards on 17 targets. This week Chubb faces a Dolphins defense that allows 148.3 yards rushing per game (31st in the league), so he’ll have a great chance to post solid numbers.

That’s My Take
~David G. Ortega