Fantasy Football 2011 Sleepers

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The Tuesday Report 
Week 4 Pickups for the NFL 09/28/2010     

DEFENSE

Seattle Seahawks

It's time to look into the Seahawks folks.  They are second in fantasy points behind the Steelers, have 7 sacks, 4 interceptions, 3 fumble recovery's and a touchdown.  With the bye weeks now here they could be a great fill in.  Of course they could also be your starting defense as the choice is up to you.  I especially like them at home which is a very loud and odd environment.  Make sure you consider the match up's but grab them now if they are available in your league.


RUNNING BACKS

Peyton Hillis - Cleveland Browns

He has been on the radar for a while but now he is a top ten back on the season statistically and you must get him if he is still available. Most think he is the starter in Cleveland regardless of injuries and I am on that bandwagon.  Peyton had 144 yards rushing, 36 yards receiving on 7 attempts and one touchdown.  As always with running backs consider the match up but I like Hillis to do good things as the season moves forward.

Javon Ringer - Tennessee Titans

Coach Fisher has mentioned giving more reps to Ringer and if anything happens to Chris Johnson Ringer will be the man.  He is kind of a reach but it may pay off down the road.  You can win unless you gamble.

TIGHT END

Tony Moeaki - Kansas City Chiefs

The rookie from Iowa has quietly become a top 15 tight end in the NFL.  He and Matt Cassel have built a nice rapport together and the Chiefs are undefeated.   If you are in a keeper league then he is a must have but he is well worth a spot in any league for now.

He is the video of Moeaki's great catch on Sunday against the Niners.

http://sports.gather.com/viewArticle.action?articleId=281474978553268

WIDE RECEIVERS

Deion Branch - Seattle Seahawks

Deion is only on this list right now because of bye weeks.  I think there are better options out there but if you are in a 12 person league Branch maybe lend you a helping hand.  He caught 5 balls for 60 yards Sunday against the Chargers and if not for losing the ball inches from the goal line he would have had a touchdown as well.

Brandon Lloyd - Denver Broncos

Brandon look great with 169 yards and a touchdown in week 3.  Rookie Demaryius Thomas looks to be ok but I still like Lloyd.  He has a world of talent but the Broncos still spread the ball around to much to count on him every week.  He is perfect bye week fill in with potential for more down the road.

Lance Moore - New Orleans Saints

Moore should have been on my list last week with the injury to Bush.  He has show he is more then capable if thrown to.  The problem is figuring out who Brees will go to on a weekly basis.  Lance is worth a spot if you have room.

IDP WEEK 4 REPORT

http://www.fantasy-info.com/2010/09/idp-week-4-waiver-wire-pickups-bye-fill-in-wk-four-lineup-advice-tips/

BONUS COVERAGE:  GREAT VIDEO OF NFL CHEERLEADERS AT MAXIM SHOOT
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mulAt6bUfWg

Week 3 Waiver Wire - The Monday Report

The Monday Report

Early week 3 Pickups for the NFL 09/20/2010     

DEFENSE

Miami Dolphins

Everybody knows the Vikings are off to a slow start and the Bills are not very good.  Do we care?  No.  This may finally be the year the Dolphins have a defense worthy of starting all year long and I would almost bet they are available.  Karlos Dansby from Auburn is the real deal.  He has ten tackles and a sack to start off the year and he is one of several playmakers on this defense.  They are worth a spot on your roster.  They have the Jets for their home opener in week 3 on Sunday Night Football.


RUNNING BACKS 

John Kuhn - Green Bay Packers

With Ryan Grant out for the year and Brandon Jackson looking as bad as last year where will the Packers go for a running game.  The answer is a 250 pound back out of Shippensburg University in Shippensburg, PA.  He led the packers in yards in week 2 even though he only had 36 yards on 9 carries.  That is a better average then Jackson who went for 29 yards on more carries (11).  Jackson got the TD but I like Kuhn as a back up RB with the potential for more down the road.  Plus he will get most of the goal line carries due to his size alone.  He is available in 98 percent of Yahoo leagues right now.  If you have a weak bench the sleeper potential here is worth the waiver spot.

Jason Snelling - Atlanta Falcons

Turner's groin injury is probably not that serious but he is injury prone and Snelling is a good back when given the chance.  He is worth a spot if you are in need of another running back

-Update on Turner and Ryan Mathews-

http://news.lalate.com/2010/09/20/michael-turner-and-ryan-mathews-injuries-updated-as-not-signficant/

TIGHT END

Mercedes Lewis - Jacksonville

Week 1 looked like a fluke with 2 touchdowns and only a few yards.  However this week Lewis gained 70 yards and had several nice catches.   This guy is ready to hit your roster if you need a TE.  He's also a good flex play in deeper leagues.  The Jags run a short yardage offense which helps his chances to get the ball.  He is also great at getting open in the end zone.

IDP

Derrick Johnson LB KC 

This guy is an IDP beast for the future.  He is good for 5-10 tackles a game with the chance for a big play.  Consistency is the key with your IDP players and this guy fits the bill.  He is tied for 4th in the NFL in tackles with 18 and has a forced fumble.

LaRon Landry SS WAS 

21 Tackles = the most in the NFL.  Throw in a sack and you have a great pickup in Landry.

-Update on Turner and Ryan Mathews-

http://news.lalate.com/2010/09/20/michael-turner-and-ryan-mathews-injuries-updated-as-not-signficant/

QUARTERBACK

Jay Cutler - Chicago Bears

He will only be available in smaller leagues but if he is there snatch him up.  The points will continue to pour in as long as he stays on his feet.  The Bears have a good running back in Forte and several good receivers including Hester who has plenty of speed to open up the field.  This will be needed to keep Cutler healthy.

Michael Vick QB ATL 

He will not start in week 3 but he will start again and he will produce.  People will drop him now so grab him up if you can and stash him for that one week you need a QB and he plays the Lions again.  He may even become your starter down the road as Kolb lacks the get away speed and experience of Vick.

WIDE RECEIVER

Kevin Walter - Houston Texans

Looked great in week 2 and the team is moving forward nicely so far.  If you are short at this position pick him up. 

Week 8 Waiver Wire Fantasy Football Pickups

Week 8 Waiver Wire NFL Pickups

David Clowney WR NYJ - Clowney should continue to start for another week or two. If you are in bad shape as most people are at WR through the bye weeks he is not a bad pickup.

Justin Fargas RB OAK - Fargas is on a terrible team however he will still be the go to go guy for at least the next few weeks and he can give you 5-10 points which is going to get you through the bye weeks if you need him.

Caddy Williams RB TB - He has been on and off this year but not a bad waiver spot if you need a RB. He is available in most leagues still and can do what Fargas can points wise. He is on my bench.

Hakeem Nicks WR NYG - If you have not got him yet and he is still there (smaller leagues) grab him up. He finds a way to get to the endzone and is a starter now on my team over Kevin Walter for the 3WR slot..

Alex Smith QB SF - The 49'ers are a good team and Smith looked great this past week. He may be worth stashing for future use.

Anybody on New England - The Patriots have a great schedule in the fantasy football playoffs so if you can pick up the defense or one of the WR's it will help you down the road. The browns and rams will provide plenty of points down the road to help your team advance.

Arizona Cardinals Defense - After an impressive victory against the Giants on the road this team is ready to come into its Super Bowl form. The defense should be picked up in all leagues, especially this week against the miserable Panthers.

IDP Information Week 7

Top links for IDP Week 7 Info and remember dont spend all your time searching the internet for fantasy information. All the best information and links to top articles are right here!


http://monksidpweeknflfantasyfootball.blogspot.com/

http://www.fftoolbox.com/football/article.cfm?article_id=140

http://www.fantasyfootballmaniaxs.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=864:idp-starts-and-sits-week-7-2009&catid=39:idps-startsit&Itemid=53

http://www.rototimes.com/article/2009/10/IDP-Report-Week-7

NFL Week 7 Distrubution Maps

NFL Week 7 Distrubution Maps

http://the506.com/nflmaps/

Use this link to find out what games will be on in your area this week.

NFL Week 6 Game Predictions

HOU @ CIN - I will take the cardiac cats by 10 over the texans, 24-14. Benson runs for 2 TD's.

DET @ GB - Green Bay by 3 TD's, 24-3 Ryan Grant goes for over 100 and 2 TD's.

STL @ JAC - I like the Jags by 2 TD's playing at home , 28-14. MJD 2-3 TD's

BAL @ MIN - This one is a toss up but I will take the home team, Vikings win 24-21

NYG @ NO - Best game of the week and I will take the Giants by a field goal, 31-28

CLE @ PIT - The Browns are pathetic, steelers win big at home, 35-3

KC @ WAS - I am starting to like KC for some reason, the Chiefs finally get a win and Jamal Charles takes the starting job from LJ, 17-10 Chiefs win.

PHI @ OAK - The Eagles win this scrimmage, 38-9

ARI @ SEA - This will be a close one, I will take the home team by a field goal 24-21

TEN @ NE - Brady will throw for 3 TD's and morris will run for one as the Patriots win 27-17

BUF @ NYJ - The Jets bounce back after my dolphins took them down, 21-10 Jets

CHI @ ATL - The A is back and the bears are beat up, the falcons do it through the air and win 24-14

DEN @ SD - The Broncos are for real because Tom Brady had a bad day. San Diego has to win this game, if they can stop the Denver run game they can win this game. I think they will and hand the Broncos their first loss of the season. LT gets a touchdown and Rivers throws for 2 more. 27-24 Chargers win.

NBA Live 10 or NBA 2k10

I had them both and I kept Live. While 2k10 is a great game and has the best graphics I have seen yet on PS3, Live is much better. 2K10 has virtually no online gaming. The servers are very slow and its just miserable to play on. Live has lighting servers and a ton of people ready to play. Live has also fixed the defense issues from last year. Once the update patch comes out to fix the steals issue it will be a fantastic game. I have laid down every game I have, except hot shots golf of course, to play live. If you do not play online then you could try them both and see which you like. The build a player segment on 2k is a blast but both games are good offline. They both have plenty of glitches but 2k as of right now has way more.

Winner:

NBA Live 2010

Picks of the week

These are the guys I expect to get an interception this week.

Ed Reed against Favre
Darren Sharper against Eli
Asante Samuel or Sheldon Brown against the Raiders
Charles Woodson against the Lions

Week 6 waiver wire pickups

Week 6 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups


Hakeem Nicks NYG - The rookie from North Carolina is finally on the fantasy radar.In his last year at UNC Nicks put up 1222 yards at an average of 18 yards per catchand 12 touchdowns. So far for the Giants Nicks has fought off an injury and put up 121 yards and 2 td's in just 3 games. The looks he gets from Eli are going up every week and I expect this to continue. Nicks large size and glue-like hands make him a must have off the waiver if he is still there.

Jamaal Charles KC - The former Texas Longhorn is a bad half or one big play away from the starting position for the Chiefs. Larry Johnson has been aging for the past 2 seasons and Charles is quicker and more agile. With Matt Cassel playing well and Bowe coming around at wide receiver after the injury there is a call being heard in Kansas to play Charles. I expect it to happen over the next 2-3 week at most.

Justin Durant JAC - Durant has been very consistent for IDP needs this season. He has at least 5 tackles in every game this year and had 10 against Indy in week one. He does not get the sacks but if you need a solid bye week fill in pick him up, he will not let you down.

Darren Sharper NO - Owned in only half the leagues Sharper leads the NFL in interceptions so far this year with 5. He also has 10 solo tackles and half a sack. Add in 2 touchdowns and he is a guy to consider for IDP.

Please SHUT UP!

Jesse Palmer (Former FU Grad) - ESPN, what the hell are you doing these days. I cannot even enjoy a good Thursday night football game on your network anymore because this ABC's The Bachelor failure will not shut up. He could not cut it as a Giants QB even though he only had to beat out Kerry "I'm 55" Collins. He could not keep the starter job at FU and now he cannot call college football games. Are you telling me Mark May, Lou the Flu and Palmer are the best you can do? Watching these guys is like having a kidney stone. Get them off the air! While your at it stop doing the court is in session segments. Its plain stupid and pointless.

Guys hanging out at video game stores - Have you ever walked into your local gamestop or ebgames only to find the nerd hanging out at the counter talking to the nerd manager about the latest and greatest in video games. Get a life! Get a girlfriend! If you want to talk games do it with your friends in private. Please do not stand in the way of the store talking about your latest WOW figure or your thoughts on the new spiderman game. I will defend the manager here because he is just doing his job.

USF Fans - You just got whipped on national tv by Cincy (the basketball school). You are not a top team, you never will be and nobody outside of tampa cares about you. Now go back to your overgrown community college and drink natty till you pass out. However remember today and how fired up about this game you were because it will be deja vu when the Noles come to town next year.

Thats it for now

IDP Rankings Week 6

This week I would pick up Carolina's Defense if they are on the waiver. Tampa Bay is miserable and will give the ball up at least 2 times. They also will not score over 14 points. Another Defense to consider is New England, they are starting to gel and against Collins and the Titans they should be able to put up some points. I also like them in the long term, they finish out against the Bills and the Jaguars. Look for Jon Beason and Julius Peppers to have huge weeks for Carolina.

1. Jon Beason
2. Julius Peppers
3. Jared Allen
4. James Harrison
5. Elvis Dumervil
6. Charles Woodson
7. Antwan Odom
8. Justin Tuck
9. D.J. Williams
10. Thomas Davis
11. Kirk Morrison
12. Karlos Dansby
13. Daryl Smith
14. D'Qwell Jackson
15. Ray Lewis
16. Justin Durant
17. Keith Bulluck
18. DeMeco Ryans
19. Barrett Ruud
20. Antoine Winfield
21. Ed Reed
22. Aaron Schobel
23. Mike Peterson
24. Calvin Pace
25. Aaron Kampman
26. Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie
27. Chris Hope (he is good but why say FSU, the 90's on Monday night football?)
28. Antrel Rolle
29. Jonathan Vilma
30. Chris Harris

Other quality links to IDP week 6 information.

http://monksidpweeknflfantasyfootball.blogspot.com/2009/10/idp-week-6-nfl-fantasy-football-2009.html

http://fftoday.com/articles/idptony/idpnotes_09_wk6.htm

A little love for the only good thing from the Redskins this season.

Top 25 Fantasy Football Players - 2009

This is a revised list that I will continue updating throughout the preseason keeping up on injuries and stand out performances.


01. Adrian Peterson - He is the top young talent in the NFL with a huge upside.

02. MJD - The Jags offensive line was really banged up last year, they will not be great but good. MJD will produce career numbers this year if a receiver can step up and take pressure off Garrard.

03. DeAngelo Willams - A dark horse only because of Stewart in the mix, but DW has a chance to put up big numbers if he can keep the goal line carries.

04. Michael Turner - The Falcon's offense will be diverse enough for Turner to get great numbers behind a good offensive line.

05. LT - If Nick Hardwick goes back to the old form San Diego will run wild with Tomlinson and Darren Sproles.

06. Frank Gore - I think Gore has proved in the past he is a top back, he must not fumble inside the ten and he is a top back.

07. Steven Jackson - Tough call with him, same as Forte.

08. Matt Forte - Could be overated, could be great.

09. Larry Fitzgerald - Best wide out talent in the game.

10. Drew Brees - Top QB is Brady limpers forward.

11. Chris Johnson
12. Peyton Manning
13. Tom Brady
14. Randy Moss
15. Brian Westbrook
16. Andre Johnson
17. Calvin Johnson
18. Reggie Wayne
20. Steve Slaton
21. Roddy White
22. Anquan Boldin
23. Tony Romo
24. Greg Jennings
25. Aaron Rodgers

The only article you need to not drive drunk.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/us_wrong_way_crash

Top 75 Fantasy Football Players Draft Cheat Sheet

1. Adrian Peterson
2. Michael Turner
3. Maurice Jones-Dres 
4. Drew Bress 
5. Matt Forte 
6. Frank Gore 
7. DeAngelo Williams 
8. Larry Fitzgerald 
9. Steve Slaton 
10. Brian Westbrook
11. Chris Johnson 
12. Peyton Manning 
13. Tom Brady 
14. Brandon Jacobs 
15. Randy Moss 
16. Steven Jackson 
17. Marion Barber 
18. Andre Johnson 
19. Calvin Johnson 
20. LaDainian Tomlinson 
21. Clinton Portis 
22. Reggie Wayne 
23. Phillip Rivers 
24. Greg Jennings 
25. Anquan Boldin 
26. Steve Smith 
27. Roddy White 
28. Marques Colson 
29. Aaron Rodgers 
30. Kurt Warner 
31. Dwayne Bowe 
32. Wes Welker 
33. Pierre Thomas 
34. Kevin Smith 
35. Tony Romo 
36. Vincent Jackson 
37. Terrell Owens 
38. Donovan McNabb 
39. Brandon Marshall 
40. T.J. Houshmandzada 
41. Roy Williams 
42. Ryan Grant 
43. Marshawn Lynch 
44. Ronnie Brown 
45. Darren McFadden 
46. Thomas Jones 
47. Larry Johnson 
48. Joseph Addai 
49. LenDale White 
50. Willie Parker 
51. LeRon McClain 
52. Matt Ryan 
53. Matt Schaub 
54. Dallas Clark 
55. Jason Witten 
56. Antonio Bryant 
57. Reggie Bush 
58. Jonathan Stewart 
59. Antonio Gates 
60. Tony Gonzalez 
61. Chris Wells
62. Knowshon Moreno 
63. Derrick Ward 
64. Santonio Holmes 
65. Donald Brown 
66. Chad Ochocinco 
67. Lee Evans
68. Eddie Royal
69. DeSean Jackson
70. Bernard Berrian 
71. Hines Ward 
72. Jay Cutler 
73. Braylon Edwards 
74. Lance Moore 
75. Matt Cassell

Tight End Rankings for 2009

Tight End Cheat Sheet

01 Jason Witten
02 Antonio Gates
03 Tony Gonzalez
04 Dallas Clark
05 Greg Olsen
06 Chris Cooley
07 Kellen Winslow
08 Zach Miller
09 John Carlson
10 Owen Daniels
11 Dustin Keller
12 Visanthe Shiancoe
13 Brent Celek
14 Vernon Davis
15 Jeremy Shockey
16 Tony Sheffler
17 Brandon Pettigrew
18 Kevin Boss
19 Heath Miller
20 Chase Coffman

2009 IDP Rankings: Linebackers

LINEBACKERS CHEAT SHEET

Top 5 List
01 Patrick Willis, SF- 2008 Stats: 141 Tackles, 1 Sack, 1 FF , 1 Interception

02 Jon Beason, CAR - 2008 Stats: 138 Tackles, 0 Sacks, 0 FF, 3 Interceptions

03 Barrett Ruud, TB - 2008 Stats: 137 Tackles, 3 Sacks, 0 FF, 2 Interceptions

04 Jonathan Vilma, NO - 2008 Stats: 132 Tackles, 1 Sack, 2 FF, 1 Interception

05 London Fletcher, WAS - 2008 Stats: 133 Tackles, 0.5 Sack, 1 FF, 0 Interceptions

The Rest of the Top 25
06 James Harrison, PIT
07 Lance Briggs, CHI
08 Jerod Mayo, NE
09 D'Qwell Jackson, CLE
10 David Harris, NYJ
11 Ray Lewis, BAL
12 Kirk Morrison, OAK
13 James Farrior, PIT
14 Zach Diles, HOU
15 DeMarcus Ware, DAL
16 Stephen Cooper, SD
17 Stewart Bradley, PHI
18 Chad Greenway, MIN
19 D.J. Williams, DEN
20 James Laurinaitis, STL
21 Paul Posluszny, BUF
22 Thomas Davis, CAR
23 Brian Urlacher, CHI
24 Bradi James, DAL
25 Keith Bulluck, TEN

Week 10 Sleepers

http://www.kffl.com/article.php/96203/512

Latest College Football Rankings, AP, COACHES, BCS

http://sports.espn.go.com/ncf/rankingsindex

Week 10 Pickups

 Fantasy Football Week 10 Pickups


Sage Rosenfels, QB, Texans - With Matt Schaub out Sage could be a decent fill in if you need help at QB.

Brady Quinn, QB, Browns - He has the weapons, the question becomes whether his offensive line can hold up for him.  I would put him as a wait and see.

Martellus Bennett, TE, Cowboys - His production is coming around and he has the talent.  If you are looking for a bye week fill in or if Witten can't go he is not a bad option.

Greg Camarillo, WR, Dolphins - Camarillo is the go to guy in Miami.  I have had him on my team for a while now as a WR3 and I cannot complain, grab him if he is available.

Ray Rice, RB, Ravens - Rice should start this week if things go well, he is probably not available in your league but if he is get him and start him.

Nate Washington, WR, Steelers - He may be the 3rd wideout for the Steelers but he is a big play threat and loves to get to the endzone, he is a sure WR3 or a great bye week fill in.

Kickers: Josh Scobee @ DET,  Dan Carpenter vs SEA

Defenses:  Jacksonville @ DET, New York Jets vs STL

IDP Week 9 Central

Week 9 Rankings
1. LaMarr Woodley
2. Robert Mathis
3. DeMeco Ryans
4. Mathias Kiwanuka
5. Justin Tuck
6. Zach Thomas
7. Mario Williams
8. London Fletcher
9. DeMarcus Ware
10. Karlos Dansby
11. Dwight Freeney
12. Oshiomogho Atogwe
13. Antonio Pierce
14. Jared Allen
15. Mike Peterson
16. Ray Lewis
17. Antoine Winfield
18. Chris Horton
19. Dewayne White
20. John Abraham
21. James Harrison
22. Kyle Vanden Bosch
23. Trent Cole
24. Joey Porter
25. Barrett Ruud

IDP Sit or Start
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/75036-fantasy-footballs-week-9-idps-startsit

IDP Notes
http://www.fftoday.com/articles/idptony/idpnotes_08_wk9.htm

Week 9 Projections

http://www.fantasysharks.com/index.php

Week 8 Projections, IDP notes and Red light Green Light from Roto

 GO NOLES!!!


http://www.fantasysharks.com/artman2/publish/Player_Projections_-_Week_8_-2008.htm

-Look for London Fletcher to do some damage this week against the Lions.  Start him if you can get him.

IDP Notes for the week
http://www.fftoday.com/articles/idptony/idpnotes_08_wk8.htm

Roto notes
http://www.nfl.com/fantasy/story?id=09000d5d80be300b&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true

WR Sleeper of the week

With Santonio Holmes out due to drug charges look to Nate Washington to put up decent numbers and a touchdown against a vunerable Giants secondary.

Back in business

I have been super busy at work but I will be back to normal starting this week on my posts.  I will have my pickups for week 8 posted tonite.