Fantasy Football "Who should I start?" thread, Lockout is Over Version

Not in a great position...up by about 10 - he has Brady and Welker going right now and the Packers defense tomorrow night. I have Jermichael Finley left.
 
[quote name='hopesfall']New to the thread - has anybody heard an update on Maclin's injuries? I just know that he left the game, apparently. Did things look really bad for him?[/QUOTE]


Is that why Vick did so poorly? He was without his two best receivers?
 
[quote name='Chitown021']Is that why Vick did so poorly? He was without his two best receivers?[/QUOTE]

N/m, reports are coming out that he (Vick) broke two ribs! Nice, if he can't go next week my backup, Big Ben, is on bye.
 
So what are the chances that the Packers' D and Crosby score a combined 10 points tonight? This has to happen right? Am I a lock to win? This is huge since my league is so close right now. All teams are within 3 games of first place. A win puts me in second place at 6-4 which is 1 game out. I have more points scored than the guy in first (and all other teams except for one) so if I can win this week I'll be within striking distance of first place. A loss puts me at 5-5 and in 5th place which is out of a playoff spot!!
 
[quote name='Javery']So what are the chances that the Packers' D and Crosby score a combined 10 points tonight? This has to happen right? Am I a lock to win? This is huge since my league is so close right now. All teams are within 3 games of first place. A win puts me in second place at 6-4 which is 1 game out. I have more points scored than the guy in first (and all other teams except for one) so if I can win this week I'll be within striking distance of first place. A loss puts me at 5-5 and in 5th place which is out of a playoff spot!![/QUOTE]

I think that is highly likely. Crosby will probably get it by himself (last time they played he had like 18 points). However, as we all know there is no such thing as a lock in the NFL. I wish you the best of luck! I'm hoping that Rogers finds Finley often tonight. I only need like 4 points but I want Finley to have great night since I'm a Packers fan.
 
Just a little FYI, anyone who owns Matt Schaub drop him like a bad habit. ESPN just reported he's out for the season due to fracture of the foot.
 
[quote name='evildeadjedi']I think that is highly likely. Crosby will probably get it by himself (last time they played he had like 18 points). However, as we all know there is no such thing as a lock in the NFL. I wish you the best of luck! I'm hoping that Rogers finds Finley often tonight. I only need like 4 points but I want Finley to have great night since I'm a Packers fan.[/QUOTE]

Same here (except for the Packers fan that is, I'm a Bears fan myself), just need 4 pts tonight from Crosby and I will actually win this week! I thought I was fucked when Vick did nothing but luckily my opponent had Cam and he was equally crappy.

It would be a win-win if Crosby scored at least 4 pts and the Packers lost... ;)
 
I am up by 5 points. I have Crosby and Desmond Bishop left, while my opponent has the Packers defense left. I am hoping that it will be a high scoring game.
 
[quote name='Chitown021']Same here (except for the Packers fan that is, I'm a Bears fan myself), just need 4 pts tonight from Crosby and I will actually win this week! I thought I was fucked when Vick did nothing but luckily my opponent had Cam and he was equally crappy.

It would be a win-win if Crosby scored at least 4 pts and the Packers lost... ;)[/QUOTE]


Bears looked good yesterday. They have a very favorable schedule till the big one. Packers vs Bears should be a good match-up on Christmas night! It was rather strange that both Cam and Vick had off days this week. Not to mention two studs that have had so so seasons exploded (CJ2k and Fitz respectively).
 
For the playoffs, Nick Novak (Baltimore, @Detroit) or Robbie Gould (Seattle, @GB)? I have Phillip Rivers, if it makes a difference.
 
Son of a... It's looking less and less likely that Vick will be able to go this week. Big Ben is also injured and on bye. Guess I'm gonna have to hit the waiver wire for a QB.

The best options out there right now are:
Vince Young
Carson Palmer
Matt Leinart on bye
John Skelton
Andy Dalton
Jay Cutler
Tavaris Jackson
Ryan Fitzpatrick
Colt McCoy


What do you guys think? I'm leaning towards either grabbing Carson Palmer or possibly rolling with Vince Young. Dalton has been pretty good the past few weeks but he's got a tough matchup and I believe his top receiver is hurt. Cutler also might not be a bad option against a weak Chargers defense.
 
[quote name='Chitown021']Son of a... It's looking less and less likely that Vick will be able to go this week. Big Ben is also injured and on bye. Guess I'm gonna have to hit the waiver wire for a QB.

The best options out there right now are:
Vince Young
Carson Palmer
Matt Leinart
John Skelton
Andy Dalton
Jay Cutler
Tavaris Jackson
Ryan Fitzpatrick
Colt McCoy


What do you guys think? I'm leaning towards either grabbing Carson Palmer or possibly rolling with Vince Young. Dalton has been pretty good the past few weeks but he's got a tough matchup and I believe his top receiver is hurt.[/QUOTE]

Carson Palmer. If I'm going to gamble, I'm going to gamble with a potential QB1 with a great matchup.
 
I traded DeMarco Murray for Frank Gore because I was worried about Felix Jones coming back. Then the Cowboys named Murray the starter. Oh well, Gore ain't bad, and I have his handcuff so it's all good.
 
[quote name='Danimal']My weekly lesser of two evils decision:

Ryan Fitzpatrick (@MIA) or Matt Hasselbeck (@ATL)?[/QUOTE]

I think I'd give the edge to Fitz.

Tebow (NYJ) or Palmer (@Min)?
 
[quote name='Dendaman']I think I'd give the edge to Fitz.

Tebow (NYJ) or Palmer (@Min)?[/QUOTE]


I say Palmer hands down. Tebow is facing a much tougher defense this week and I think they will be ready for Denver's run fest.

That's who I'm probably going to have to start since Vick looks to be out and Big Ben is on bye.
 
Damn, of course I had to drop DHB but I wasn't high enough on the waiver priority to snag Moore. Picked up Carson Palmer as my emergency QB and snagged Vincent Brown.

Glad I traded Dez Bryant for CJ2K. Johnson looks like he might be getting back on track. Dez continues to be a disappointment starting off red hot in the first qtr, nabbing a TD, and then doing nothing for the rest of the game.

As usual my biggest decisions will be at RB & WR:

RB (2): SJAX, MJD, CJ2K
WR (3): V.Brown, DeSean Jackson (assuming he can get his ass out of bed in time for the game!), Laurent Robinson, Earl Bennett, Sidney Rice

Assuming Vick can't go I will be starting Carson Palmer, Ballard at TE, Crosby at K, and Jacksonville Defense,
 
Ramstoria Gore got a little banged up but he's good.

So in my non-money league Ive got a ton of RBs, so who to start? 2 RBs and a flex Murray, MJD, McGahee, Gore, or Chris Johnson (Johnson was on the waiver for the last two weeks and I took a chance)
 
[quote name='kube00']chittown isnt rice out with a concussion?[/QUOTE]

According to the notes on my league's website he's questionable with a mild concussion but he did participate in limited practice today. He may still play but he'd have to be medically cleared with the new league rules on concussions.
 
[quote name='kube00']Ramstoria Gore got a little banged up but he's good.

So in my non-money league Ive got a ton of RBs, so who to start? 2 RBs and a flex Murray, MJD, McGahee, Gore, or Chris Johnson (Johnson was on the waiver for the last two weeks and I took a chance)[/QUOTE]

Hell yeah! Snagging CJ2K off waivers is awesome! Why not? You had nothing invested in him except a roster spot.

I would probably start MJD, CJ2K, and Murray. McGahee and Gore are both coming off injuries aren't they?
 
[quote name='kube00']Ramstoria Gore got a little banged up but he's good.

So in my non-money league Ive got a ton of RBs, so who to start? 2 RBs and a flex Murray, MJD, McGahee, Gore, or Chris Johnson (Johnson was on the waiver for the last two weeks and I took a chance)[/QUOTE]

McGahee's not looking good. If he starts, I don't think he'll get many carries.
 
I am so tempted to drop Ahmad Bradshaw. His gimp ass is just sitting there holding up a roster spot on my team but I'd hate for him to get healthy and another team use him in the upcoming playoffs in our league.
 
Philip Rivers playing Da Bears or Ryan Fitzy vs Miami? With Chicago's D tearing down the Lions and Rivers being interception happy lately, just not sure. Thx.
 
[quote name='Dr.Zoidberg']Philip Rivers playing Da Bears or Ryan Fitzy vs Miami? With Chicago's D tearing down the Lions and Rivers being interception happy lately, just not sure. Thx.[/QUOTE]

Man, that's a tough one... Both guys have been struggling for the past several weeks. If it were me I'd probably go Rivers.
 
[quote name='kube00']Yea i think w/ den Bell will get the carries[/QUOTE]

I was debating whether to start Bell or Morris as my flex. Scooped them both up off of waivers. I figured I would have to wait and see if McGahee is active tonight.
 
Baltimore (vs CIN)
NE (vs KC)
Buf (vs Mia)
STL (vs Sea)

Which Def should I start? I currently have BAL def but they have been on the downswing lately and are going to play a quality team in CIN. I was thinking of maybe picking up NE defense since Casssel might be out and KC's offense is pretty bad at the moment.

It's tough because I think BAL might come back strong this weak after losing to SEA. They seem to only show up for good teams...
 
[quote name='Dr.Zoidberg']Philip Rivers playing Da Bears or Ryan Fitzy vs Miami? With Chicago's D tearing down the Lions and Rivers being interception happy lately, just not sure. Thx.[/QUOTE] I'm starting Fitz. Miami is ranked 28th in my league vs QBs, Bears are 17th.

Both QBs have been cold but the Bears D has been hotter.
 
[quote name='antlp89']Baltimore (vs CIN)
NE (vs KC)
Buf (vs Mia)
STL (vs Sea)

Which Def should I start? I currently have BAL def but they have been on the downswing lately and are going to play a quality team in CIN. I was thinking of maybe picking up NE defense since Casssel might be out and KC's offense is pretty bad at the moment.

It's tough because I think BAL might come back strong this weak after losing to SEA. They seem to only show up for good teams...[/QUOTE]
I would go with NE defense. Chiefs were a bad team already and now they're starting Palko. NE could really blow up on turnovers.
 
[quote name='antlp89']Baltimore (vs CIN)
NE (vs KC)
Buf (vs Mia)
STL (vs Sea)

Which Def should I start? I currently have BAL def but they have been on the downswing lately and are going to play a quality team in CIN. I was thinking of maybe picking up NE defense since Casssel might be out and KC's offense is pretty bad at the moment.

It's tough because I think BAL might come back strong this weak after losing to SEA. They seem to only show up for good teams...[/QUOTE]
That is a very close decision

It looks like Cincinatti won't have AJ Green and B-more usually brings it at home and that last game was embarrassing for them. But Cinci has a good Oline

NE is going up against Tyler Palko at home on Monday night. But NE has struggled at times.

I give the miniscule edge to the Ravens.
 
[quote name='kube00']Ramstoria Gore got a little banged up but he's good.

So in my non-money league Ive got a ton of RBs, so who to start? 2 RBs and a flex Murray, MJD, McGahee, Gore, or Chris Johnson (Johnson was on the waiver for the last two weeks and I took a chance)[/QUOTE]

I know CJ2K has been very meh pretty much all season but someone drafted him very high and there is no way you just put him on waivers!!! :dunce:


That said I would go with MJD, Murray, and flip a coin for Gore and CJ2K.



[quote name='Dr.Zoidberg']Philip Rivers playing Da Bears or Ryan Fitzy vs Miami? With Chicago's D tearing down the Lions and Rivers being interception happy lately, just not sure. Thx.[/QUOTE]

Hmmm.... this a tough one. I think I would lean slightly to Rivers. Because even when he turns the ball over he still puts up good numbers.

[quote name='antlp89']Baltimore (vs CIN)
NE (vs KC)
Buf (vs Mia)
STL (vs Sea)

Which Def should I start? I currently have BAL def but they have been on the downswing lately and are going to play a quality team in CIN. I was thinking of maybe picking up NE defense since Casssel might be out and KC's offense is pretty bad at the moment.

It's tough because I think BAL might come back strong this weak after losing to SEA. They seem to only show up for good teams...[/QUOTE]

It's a division game after an embarrassing loss. I would go with the Ravens.
 
OK football nerds, what do I do... I have McFadden who might be out this Sunday (it is looking that way) but my only sub is Lance Ball (DEN) but he is playing TONIGHT. If I put him in and he sucks (which is likely) and then McFadden plays I'm going to go mental.

I can pick any of the following guys up right now (but I would probably have to drop Ball to do so - my bench has Mike Wallace, Rashard Mendenhall and Jimmy Graham right now because the Saints and Steelers on on byes):

Ryan Torain (WAS)
Maurice Morris (DET)
Roy Helu (WAS)
Chris Ogbonnaya (CLE)
Danny Woodhead (NE)
DeAngelo Williams (CAR)
Ryan Grant (GB)
Felix Jones (DAL)
Javon Ringer (TEN)
Joseph Addai (IND)
Dexter McCluster (KC)
Carnell Williams (STL)
Mark Ingram (NO)
Ricky Williams (BAL)

This is a HUGE week for me. I'm 6-4 and in second place and I play the first place team who is 7-3 (and I have more total points than he does). If I win I get sole possession of first place. I can't screw this up!
 
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Ball shouldn't be a bad choice (with Tebow against the Jets pass defense, expect a TON of run plays), but there's no guarantee he actually does anything. Tebow will steal yards from him, but it shouldn't be too bad. Of the rest, I'd go with Mo Morris as the Panthers are absolutely horrid against the run.
 
[quote name='kube00']For Defense Im starting Jac this week should I give NE a shot instead?[/QUOTE]

I was wrestling with the same decision until someone snagged NE off the wire this afternoon. I think JAX would be the safer play but NE has the higher risk/reward.

With NE off the table now my choice is between CIN and JAX so I'm going with the Jags.
 
[quote name='Javery']OK football nerds, what do I do... I have McFadden who might be out this Sunday (it is looking that way) but my only sub is Lance Ball (DEN) but he is playing TONIGHT. If I put him in and he sucks (which is likely) and then McFadden plays I'm going to go mental.

I can pick any of the following guys up right now (but I would probably have to drop Ball to do so - my bench has Mike Wallace, Rashard Mendenhall and Jimmy Graham right now because the Saints and Steelers on on byes):

Ryan Torain (WAS)
Maurice Morris (DET)
Roy Helu (WAS)
Chris Ogbonnaya (CLE)
Danny Woodhead (NE)
DeAngelo Williams (CAR)
Ryan Grant (GB)
Felix Jones (DAL)
Javon Ringer (TEN)
Joseph Addai (IND)
Dexter McCluster (KC)
Carnell Williams (STL)
Mark Ingram (NO)
Ricky Williams (BAL)

This is a HUGE week for me. I'm 6-4 and in second place and I play the first place team who is 7-3 (and I have more total points than he does). If I win I get sole possession of first place. I can't screw this up![/QUOTE]

Maurice Morris (DET) against a horrible CAR run defense. That's what I advised my friend.
 
Well should I start Ball at RB? Denver plays tonight, McGahee is still a game time decision Its looking like Bradshaw wont play this week, and Foster is on a bye week. I could look at the available players, there's Benson, Helo, Morris, and Ogbonnaya.

Morris seems like the only decent pick up really...nvm I'll pick him up and start him.
 
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[quote name='kube00']Well should I start Bell at RB? Denver plays tonight, McGahee is still a game time decision Its looking like Bradshaw wont play this week, and Foster is on a bye week. I could look at the available players, there's Benson, Helo, Morris, and Ogbonnaya.

Morris seems like the only decent pick up really...nvm I'll pick him up and start him.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, I think given your limited options Bell is probably your best play. Even if McGehee goes he's probably going to see limited carries.
 
Wish I could have started Tebow as a RB he's putting up better numbers than Greene. :cold:

I think this the last year I draft any NY jets (besides defense) they are the definition of unpredictable.

Edit: I guess Greene got nicked up hence the reason he did nothing.
 
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[quote name='evildeadjedi']Wish I could have started Tebow as a RB he's putting up better numbers than Greene. :cold:

I think this the last year I draft any NY jets (besides defense) they are the definition of unpredictable.

Edit: I guess Greene got nicked up hence the reason he did nothing.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, Greene got hurt 1st quarter I think so they had to go with McKnight the rest of the game.

Thinking I got my game now as he had Sanchez and Ball who did crap and the Jets D which didn't go crazy like the Bears D did against me last week.
 
With the ball control gameplan that Denver seems to like running now, is it safe to assume that the Buffalo defense will not be a great start against them in week 16? I'm also rostering (and starting) Chicago, who plays at GB that week. Barring injury, I have no immediate roster needs, which is why I haven't minded holding on to a second defense for essentially a single game. However, if they aren't a strong start anymore, I might be better off gambling with Chicago at GB and using the roster spot for depth. Or, perhaps, I could swap Buffalo with Minnesota, who plays at Washington that same week. Any thoughts?
 
[quote name='G33']With the ball control gameplan that Denver seems to like running now, is it safe to assume that the Buffalo defense will not be a great start against them in week 16? I'm also rostering (and starting) Chicago, who plays at GB that week. Barring injury, I have no immediate roster needs, which is why I haven't minded holding on to a second defense for essentially a single game. However, if they aren't a strong start anymore, I might be better off gambling with Chicago at GB and using the roster spot for depth. Or, perhaps, I could swap Buffalo with Minnesota, who plays at Washington that same week. Any thoughts?[/QUOTE]

None of those are really great options but I guess at least with Chicago you get the added bonus of Hester possibly running back a punt or a TD. Unfortunately I'm afraid unless Rodgers is hurt or has a really down week GB is going to score an ass ton of points against them. As a Bears fan I really hope that's not the case but they've just been steamrolling everyone in their path so far.
 
[quote name='Chitown021']None of those are really great options but I guess at least with Chicago you get the added bonus of Hester possibly running back a punt or a TD. Unfortunately I'm afraid unless Rodgers is hurt or has a really down week GB is going to score an ass ton of points against them. As a Bears fan I really hope that's not the case but they've just been steamrolling everyone in their path so far.[/QUOTE]

Yeah, Buffalo looked like a great pickup after Tebow gave up a ton of points his first two weeks as a starter, but these last three weeks, Denver hasn't been a good fantasy matchup. Minnesota looks intriguing because Washington has given up double digit points to 9 out of 10 defenses so far this season (the Rams being the odd team out), but I'm leaning toward gambling on Chicago putting up a fight. I like the Bears, so I'll gladly put my faith in them.

With AJ Green out and Mike Wallace on bye, I have a new dilemma of needing a 3rd WR. Problem is, all of the decent prospects have already been picked up this week, and there isn't much left. Top WW options:

Michael Jenkins (Minn, vs Oak)
Titus Young (Det, vs Car)
Preston Parker (TB, @GB)
Jason Avant (Phi, @NYG)

I'm considering just not starting a 3rd WR this week and stashing Jake Ballard as a backup TE (as a bonus, I deny my opponent from picking up Ballard, as he's currently starting nobody).

Edit: Just noticed that John Kasay (current #1 fantasy kicker) got dropped this week, so I dropped Buffalo Defense for him. My dilemma still stands, although having John Kasay for the rest of the season is strongly tempting. I currently have Nick Novak (pairing him with Rivers has paid off so far).
 
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[quote name='G33']Yeah, Buffalo looked like a great pickup after Tebow gave up a ton of points his first two weeks as a starter, but these last three weeks, Denver hasn't been a good fantasy matchup. Minnesota looks intriguing because Washington has given up double digit points to 9 out of 10 defenses so far this season (the Rams being the odd team out), but I'm leaning toward gambling on Chicago putting up a fight. I like the Bears, so I'll gladly put my faith in them.

With AJ Green out and Mike Wallace on bye, I have a new dilemma of needing a 3rd WR. Problem is, all of the decent prospects have already been picked up this week, and there isn't much left. Top WW options:

Michael Jenkins (Minn, vs Oak)
Titus Young (Det, vs Car)
Preston Parker (TB, @GB)
Jason Avant (Phi, @NYG)

I'm considering just not starting a 3rd WR this week and stashing Jake Ballard as a backup TE (as a bonus, I deny my opponent from picking up Ballard, as he's currently starting nobody).

Edit: Just noticed that John Kasay (current #1 fantasy kicker) got dropped this week, so I dropped Buffalo Defense for him. My dilemma still stands, although having John Kasay for the rest of the season is strongly tempting. I currently have Nick Novak (pairing him with Rivers has paid off so far).[/QUOTE]

I'm also a Bears guy so I hope starting their D works out well for you. As far as a third WR Avant might not be a bad play if Maclin ends up not playing. That's funny Kasay was dropped in your league. In my league someone dropped Novak so another team dropped Kasay to pick up Novak.

I hope Ballard does well this week. He's my spot start in place of Owen Daniels who's on bye. Not that Daniels has really lit the word on fire. Since the first few weeks he's really been a letdown.
 
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