Fantasy Football Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Lineup Advice and Projections
It’s that time of the week again: time for your early look at Week 3 of the 2009 fantasy football season with this week’s Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em post.
As usual before we begin, it’s accountability time. Let’s see how I did in last week’s start ‘em, sit ‘em post:
- Start ‘Em Hits: QB Jay Cutler (236 yds, 2 TD, 0 INT); WR Terrell Owens (3 rec, 52 yards, TD); Green Bay Packers D/ST (31 pts allowed, 2 sacks, 2 INTs, Defensive TD)
- Start ‘Em Misses: RB Ahmad Bradshaw (37 yards rushing, 2 rec, 8 yards receiving); TE Robert Royal (1 rec, 13 yards)
- Sit ‘Em Hits: RB Julius Jones (11 yards rushing, 3 rec, -2 yards receiving, 1 TD); TE Jeremy Shockey (4 rec, 49 yards); Philadelphia D/ST (42 pts allowed, 2 sacks, 1 safety)
- Sit ‘Em Misses: QB Peyton Manning (303 yards passing, 2 TDs); Dwayne Bowe (5 rec, 56 yards, TD)
- Sleeper Hits: RB Correll Buckhalter (76 yards rushing, 1 rec, 30 yards receiving, 1 TD); Washington Redskins D/ST (7 pts allowed, 1 sack, 1 TO)
- Sleeper Misses: QB Shaun Hill (144 yards passing, 0 TD); WR Robert Meachem (1 rec, 11 yards); TE Vernon Davis (2 rec, 32 yards)
Obviously I am proud of my Cutler recommendation when everyone else was telling you to sit him, but there are a few valuable lessons that I was reminded of last week:
- Don’t ever sit Peyton Manning, especially against a suspect pass defense like Miami. In hindsight, this pick was more with my heart (as a Dolphins fan) than with my head. With less than 15 minutes of possession, Manning still had a great night. Stars typically play well on the biggest stages, and I should have looked elsewhere for a top-line QB who might not have a great day rather than telling you to sit an all-time great.
- Don’t pick any Browns offensive players until they show some semblance of competence on offense.
- Perhaps Vernon Davis isn’t going to explode and become a superstar this year. Either way, Brent Celek is the other guy I was considering last week and he is quickly a becoming a weekly must start TE. Amends are made below.
All in all, slightly more hits than misses, but still work to be done. I take these recommendations very seriously and want to steer you in the right direction.
I’m mainly trying to get tuned up for the bye weeks, because that’s where start ‘em, sit ‘em advice and sleeper picks really become important. But let’s see if I can build on my Week 2 improvement and have closer to a perfect week in Week 3.
As always, the comment section is yours. Post any lineup or waiver wire question and I’ll answer it as soon as I’m able up until kickoff.
Now onto the start ‘em, sit ‘em picks for Week 3.Â
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Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Lineup Advice
Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Quarterbacks
Start ‘Em: Trent Edwards, Buffalo Bills (vs New Orleans)
I was high on Trent Edwards as a sleeper coming into the season and a lot of people laughed at me. Well after two games, who’s laughing now?Â
Edwards has been solid so far: 221 passing yards per game, 4 TDs, and 1 INT. This week, he gets to go up against a defense that has given up a lot of passing yards this year (288 per game) but also gotten its fair share of turnovers (6 INTs).
Trent Edwards though, unlike Matthew Stafford and Kevin Kolb, will not be making his first career start against the Saints.
We know that New Orleans can and will score, and that the Bills will have to keep pace to have a chance. I already predicted that the Bills will cover the 5.5 point spread at home in this week’s TV schedule and point spreads post, so obviously I think they will do just that.
With Fred Jackson providing a solid rushing complement to Edwards’ sound decision making and outside playmakers (T.O. and Lee Evans), this Buffalo offense has been one of the more underrated units in the NFL through two weeks.Â
Look for Edwards to get into a bit of a shootout with Drew Brees. He won’t win it — either in real life or fantasy — but he will put up points worthy of a starting spot in most leagues.
Trent Edwards Week 3 projection: 285 yards passing, 3 TDs, 1 INT
Others I like in Week 3: Philip Rivers (vs Miami); Matt Schaub (vs Jacksonville); Eli Manning (at Tampa Bay); Joe Flacco (vs Cleveland)
Sit ‘Em: Carson Palmer, Cincinnati Bengals (vs Pittsburgh)
So far in 2009, Carson Palmer has been pretty ho-hum. He threw for 247 yards, 0 TDs, and 2 INTs in Week 1 against Denver, then rebounded somewhat with a 2 TD performance this past Sunday (but with only 185 yards and 2 INTs).
Many people expected Palmer to reassert himself as a top-10 or even top-5 fantasy quarterback this year. So far it hasn’t happened, despite the reemergence of the Bengals’ running game.Â
This will be Carson Palmer’s first game against the Steelers since December of 2007 after missing most of last year with an injury. And though Troy Polamalu will still not be in the lineup for Pittsburgh — and Jay Cutler had a good day against the Steelers last Sunday — I’d like to see a little more consistency from the Bengals passing game before I throw Palmer out there against such a great defense.
Palmer may have a decent day, and I would not sit Chad Ochocinco, but there are other 2nd-tier QBs that you might also have that I like better, including: Matt Schaub (vs JAX), Aaron Rodgers (vs STL), Eli Manning (at TB), Trent Edwards (vs New Orleans).
Carson Palmer Week 3 projection: 210 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
Others I don’t like in Week 3: Kerry Collins (at New York Jets); Brett Favre (vs San Francisco); Kyle Orton (at Oakland)
Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Running Backs
Start ‘Em: Steve Slaton, Houston (vs Jackonsville)
There are some easy RB choices this week (look below in Others I Like) but I’m not taking the easy way out. I am a Steve Slaton owner, and others like me are probably wondering whether sitting Slaton is a good idea after watching him rush for 51 yards and not get into the end zone through the season’s first two games.
Start him. I am. And here’s why:
- Last year in two games against Jacksonville, Slaton rushed for 166 yards, had 135 yards receiving, and scored 3 TDs.
- Jacksonville’s defense has been overrated against the run for a few years now. They have already given up two rushing TDs in two games this year against the two worst rushing attacks in the NFL from 2008 (Indy, Arizona). Last year, they were 13th in the NFL against the run and gave up 14 TDs. Decent but not great, and I don’t think they are even that good this year.
- Slaton is due.
Houston knows they have to run the ball to be successful this year. Last week, they got their passing game going against Tennessee. This week, it will be all about the run. Slaton had tough matchups in Weeks 1 and 2 (Jets, Titans) but should find plenty more room to run this week.
Steve Slaton Week 3 projection: 95 yards rushing, 1 TD, 5 rec, 55 yards receiving
Other RBs — specifically, good ones who have struggled so far in 2009 — I like in Week 3: Steven Jackson (vs Green Bay); Clinton Portis (vs Detroit); Matt Forte (at Seattle)
Sit ‘Em: Cedric Benson, Cincinnati (vs Pittsburgh)
Can you tell that I think it’s going to be a tough day for the Bengals at home against Pittsburgh?
Look, I’m a card-carrying member of the I Hate Cedric Benson Club, but even I can’t deny that he has been very good this year. He’s run for 217 yards through two games and has scored a TD. But Pittsburgh has one of the NFL’s best rushing defenses week in and week out, and they have already shut down fantasy studs Chris Johnson and Matt Forte in back-to-back weeks.
Why in the hell would a perennial fantasy stiff like Benson do what those two could not?
You want numbers? Here you go: Last year, Pittsburgh gave up 80.2 yards per game on the ground and allowed only seven rushing TDs all year. This year, they are giving up only 64.5 yards per game and have yet to give up a rushing score. Cedric Benson has a career average of 3.7 yards per carry and has scored a grand total of 13 TDs in 49 games.
No thank you. That was easy.
Cedric Benson Week 3 projection: 41 yards, 0 TDs
Other RBs I don’t like in Week 3: Thomas Jones (vs Tennessee); LenDale White (at New York Jets); Willie Parker (at Cincinnati); Larry Johnson (at Philadelphia)
Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Wide Receivers
Start ‘Em: Derrick Mason, Baltimore (vs Cleveland)
Cleveland’s defense has actually not been as bad as you might think. It is the offense that has truly been putrid. The problem is that the offense’s inability to stay in the field has led to tired legs in the second half and big plays for the opposition.
With Hank Poteat looking absolutely incompetent covering the slot, Derrick Mason could have another good game against the Browns. Here are his last four outings against Cleveland, the first two of which were with Joe Flacco at QB last season: 9 rec, 136 yards, TD; 4 rec, 42 yards; 6 rec, 83 yards; 10 rec, 78 yards.
Not too shabby.
Mason is hit or miss in terms of touchdowns, but makes an especially solid play this week in PPR leagues. The Browns will give up a lot of underneath receptions, which is exactly where Mason likes to operate. Plus, Baltimore should get up early and be salting away a win in the second half, which means they probably won’t be going deep too often after the first couple of quarters.
Derrick Mason Week 3 projection: 7 receptions, 87 yards, 1 TD
Other WRs I like in Week 3: Torry Holt (at Houston); Braylon Edwards (at Baltimore); Lee Evans (vs New Orleans); Mario Manningham and Steve Smith (at Tampa Bay); Desean Jackson (vs Kansas City); Johnny Knox (at Seattle)
Sit ‘Em: Donnie Avery, St. Louis (vs Green Bay)
A lot of fantasy owners had high hopes for Donnie Avery on the heels of his breakout rookie campaign during which he caught 53 balls or 674 yards and 3 TDs. Through two games in 2009, however, Avery has only 7 catches for 50 yards.
This week, the Rams play a Green Bay defense that was shredded by the Bengals last week at home. Green Bay’s primary problem on D is their inability to stop the run, but they do have two solid cornerbacks in Charles Woodson and Al Harris that will make life difficult for Avery and Laurent Robinson.
For St. Louis to win on Sunday, Steven Jackson will need to be the first, second, and third options in the offense. I think Avery will see limited targets, especially with Robinson’s emergence (11 receptions, 141 yards, 1 TD on the season).
Donnie Avery Week 3 projection: 3 rec, 35 yards, 0 TD
Other WRs I don’t like in Week 3: Nate Washington (at New York Jets); Laveraneus Coles (vs Pittsburgh); Nate Burleson (vs Chicago)
Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Tight Ends
Start ‘Em: Brent Celek, Philadelphia (vs Kansas City)
I should have listed Brent Celek here last week and taken advantage of his 8 catch, 104-yard performance. Alas, I did not; but I am righting that wrong this week.
Celek has been outstanding so far this year, catching no fewer than six passes through the Eagles’ first two games. Kevin Kolb, the likely starter for this Sunday’s game against Kansas City, clearly likes Celek and will throw the ball his way often.
And guess what? Kansas City sucks, which makes this a really solid matchup for Celek and his owners.
Brent Celek Week 3 projection: 8 rec, 79 yards, 1 TD
Other TEs I like in Week 3: Todd Heap (vs Cleveland); Dustin Keller (vs Tennessee)
Sit ‘Em: Benjamin Watson, New England (vs Atlanta)
I’m afraid fantasy owners are going to overrate Ben Watson for at least the first few weeks of the season. His Week 1 numbers will skew his cumulative totals and make otherwise sensible owners forget that he has caught only 58 passes over the past two seasons.
Watson was tremendous in Week 1, catching six balls for 77 yards and 2 TDs, but that was more of a fluky function of that game’s situation and a specific defense Buffalo had been employing that Tom Brady took advantage of in the waning moments of the game.
I expect Tom Brady to look deep early and often against the Falcons. Watson may catch a few balls, but there are plenty of better options who are probably available, but may not have the gaudy and misleading two week stats that Watson has put up so far.
Ben Watson Week 3 projection: 3 rec, 24 yards, 0 TD
Other TEs I don’t like in Week 3: Zach Miller (vs Denver)
Week 3 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Defense / Special Teams Units
Start ‘Em: Denver Broncos at Oakland
Denver’s D was a much-maligned unit heading the 2009 season, but thus far is the #2 ranked defense in fantasy. Granted, they played the Browns last week to help prop up the numbers, but they also held a pretty potent Cincinnati offense in check the week prior.
What I like about Denver’s D is their ability to pressure the quarterback. Elvis Dumervil alone sacked Brady Quinn four times last week. Sacks are a good way to balance out giving up a few points…but giving up lots of points shouldn’t be a problem this week for Denver.
Denver faces Oakland and JaMarcus Russell — the same JaMarcus Russell who went 7-24 last week against Kansas City. The Raiders are also without starting guard Robert Gallery, who is injured.
This should be an ugly, low-scoring game between two underrated defenses. Considering the Raiders’ porous QB play and Denver should be a solid start for at least one more week.
Denver D/ST Week 3 projection: 13 points or less given up, 4 sacks, 2 INTs
Other team defense units I like in Week 3: Philadelphia (vs Kansas City); Green Bay (vs St. Louis); Washington (vs Detroit); Baltimore (vs Cleveland)
Sit ‘Em: Dallas Cowboys vs Carolina
Dallas’ defense has been very disappointing so far this year. They have yet to force a fumble or record a sack. And while you might say that they are due, I’d rather not take my chances against an offense that has DeAngelo Williams, Jonathan Stewart, and Steve Smith, no matter how much Jake Delhomme has struggled.
Truthfully, I came close to putting Jake Delhomme in the start ‘em column for this week. Dallas’ D is very susceptible to big pass plays, and Delhomme-Smith is still a lethal downfield combo that is searching for its first TD connection of the year. Delhomme played better last week, and has perhaps put his ungodly INT problems behind him.
Either way, you have better options than the Cowboys’ D in what will probably end up being a shootout this coming Monday night.
Dallas D/ST Week 3 projection: 27 or more points given up, 1 sack, 1 INT
Other team defense units I don’t like in Week 3: Buffalo (vs New Orleans); Indianapolis (at Arizona); Arizona (vs Indianapolis); New England (vs Atlanta); Atlanta (at New England)
Can you tell that I think you should take the over in the Indy-Arizona and Atlanta-New England games?
I’m going to try something new this week and let you the readers chime in with some thoughts regarding my start ‘em, sit ‘em predictions. If nothing else, this should give other readers more insight into what the majority opinions are, rather than just my own.
Which of Jerod's Week 3 start 'em recommendations do you agree with? (Select all that apply)
- WR Derrick Mason (15%, 104 Votes)
- D/ST Denver Broncos (25%, 177 Votes)
- TE Brent Celek (34%, 236 Votes)
- RB Steve Slaton (36%, 251 Votes)
- QB Trent Edwards (44%, 308 Votes)
Total Voters: 701
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Which of Jerod's Week 3 sit 'em recommendations do you agree with? (Select all that apply)
- TE Ben Watson (28%, 153 Votes)
- QB Carson Palmer (31%, 170 Votes)
- D/ST Dallas Cowboys (33%, 178 Votes)
- WR Donnie Avery (43%, 235 Votes)
- RB Cedric Benson (46%, 250 Votes)
Total Voters: 544
That’s it for this week’s start ‘em, sit ‘em lineup advice and projections column. As I mentioned above, use the comment section to its full extent. Let’s get some good fantasy tips, Q&A, and discussion going and help everyone get prepared for their Week 3 matchups.
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* – Carson Palmer photo credit: Rick Stewart/Getty Images via DayLife
* – Brent Celek photo credit: 2 Minuted to Midnight Green
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Ok. Great. Well, I snagged him and dropped Leon Washington since he is 2nd string anyway… Lets see how this works out. Thanks a lot…
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 11:31 am
@Crystal,
It should work out quite well. Best of luck!
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Hey JRod I have a question.
I’ve been following your suggestions and noticed that you seem to avoid suggesting starting Darren Sproles for Week 3 if possible. Why is that?
For example, in one of your responses you indicated starting Pierre Thomas over Sproles would be a better option.
Since LT is out for Week 3, wouldnt it make sense to start the explosive Sproles?
The reason Pierre Thomas might not be a good choice is because there are no conformed reports of his knee “completely” healing. And so it just feels as if the saints will slowly work him into the system rather than give him the bulk of carries for Week 3. Moreover, I believe their opponent Buffalo will attempt to control the clock with Fred Jackson since they dont want to get into a shootout with Brees. And so Brees would be forced to throw more, limiting Thomas’ role.
Would love to hear your thoughts on this assessment. Would you stick with Thomas over Sproles for Week 3?
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
@John,
It’s certainly a valid point.
I like Sproles a lot, but not quite as much against Miami. I think the Dolphins are going to play San Diego very tough and that the Chargers’ offense will come from Rivers throwing to his receivers, a lot like how Atlanta and Indy scored on Miami this year. The running backs in those games did not have big days.
Sproles’ primary value is as a receiver, and he should get 5-6 catches which helps his value in PPR leagues. But I really do like Pierre Thomas. I think a recent development (the Saints giving Lynell Hamilton some first team reps) has tempered my expectations a bit since the responses to read above. And remember, fantasy football info is fluid and you have stay up with it…a suggestion from yesterday could be obsolete based on info from today.
So with that said, thanks for pointing this out.
I would rate Thomas and Sproles about even as of now. Obviously Thomas being threatened to split carries hurt his stock a bit…but he still is on the Saints’ offense and could very easily get a couple of scores. We know there will be plenty to go around. I think Sproles is much less likely to see the endzone, considering he is not a goalline back and has to rely on “breaking one” to score.
PPR league, I’d go Sproles. Non-PPR, I’d go Thomas.
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Matt Forte @ Sea.
I’ve played him 2 weeks, but Chicago seems intent on the passing game. I just picked up Celek to replace him, But after what Gore did to Seattle last week, I’d like to give Forte one more chance.
What do you think?
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 1:01 pm
@colt,
You picked up Celek (the TE for Philly) to replace Forte?
Umm…NO!!!
Matt Forte will be fine. He faced two pretty solid defenses (GB, Pittsburgh) in the first two weeks of the season, but should have his breakout game this week. If we get to week 7 or 8 and Forte hasn’t busted out, then I’d start questioning starting him. He’s a key player for Chicago and will rack up fantasy points as the year goes along.
Celek, by the way, is a great start at tight end this week…but NOT over Forte if it’s your flex option.
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JRod! Thank you so much for your inputs they really help! And as you can see have me coming back for more lol.
As i mentioned i have 9 RBs in my team currently. My league is a 2QB/3WR/2RB/2Flex set up. Along with a kicker and DEF as well.
Here’s my team as it stands right now:
QB – Rivers, Garrard
WR – Wayne, Vincent Jackson, Welker
RB – Sproles, LT, Rice, McGahee, M Bell, P Thomas, Fred Jackson, Felix and Cadillac Williams
DEF – Pittsburg
K – Empty
I dropped my kicker to pick Felix just for Week 3. Hoping to see how the injuries play out before i pick a kicker again Saturday night (Currently Tynes is a FA in my league so im thinking of grabbing him).
But my question is this, which of my RBs should i drop? Which of those 9 do you think is the weakest link? i.e. Someone i wont regret getting rid of. Cuz im worried about Welker as well so i might have to drop two- 1 for a kicker and 1 for a WR replacement.
Thanks in advance!
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 1:03 pm
@Andy,
I think Welker is going to play and be fine. But it’s NE so be sure to stay on top of it.
I think Cadillac is the guy I’d drop. He’s in a three-man backfield on an offense that isn’t that good on a team that will be behind a lot. Plus, he’s injury prone. He’s a great story, but sentiment doesn’t win fantasy championships. My next choice would be Mike Bell, but I think you want to see how it plays out between he and pierre thomas once Bell returns from his injury.
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Would you do this trade?
I am giving up:
Randy Moss
Chansai Stuckey
And they are giving me:
Marques Colston
Marion Barber
what do you think?
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Otoo Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 12:30 pm
@JACKmuga, wow thats an awesome trade!
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 1:04 pm
@JACKmuga,
Especially if you need help at RB, yes I would do that trade. Randy Moss and Chansi Stuckey both have questions surrounding their QB. Colston is injury prone, but the risk is well worth the potential reward this season.
And Barber is flat out beast.
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jeremy Reply:
September 27th, 2009 at 1:11 am
in a heartbeat
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I am struggling with which running back to sit.
C. Johnson
Ronnie Brown
Ryan Grant
Felix Jones
Any suggestions. I can have 3 in my lineup. Obviosly C. Johnson will start. Been messing around with the other 3.
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 1:07 pm
@Justin,
Any regular reader of this site knows about my man-crush on Felix Jones…but in this case, I might sit him. There is uncertainty around how much Marion Barber will play, and Tashard Choice is going to get carries as well. I would normally say start Jones over Grant, but the Packers are playing St. Louis, who is giving up 146 yards per game on the ground. As much trouble as GB is having protecting Aaron Rodgers right now, I expect a heavy dose of Ryan Grant.
When in doubt, go with the guys who will get more touches. In this case, that’s probably Grant.
Johnson and Brown absolutely have to be must-starts. Ronnie Brown has quickly become one of the most underrated players in all of fantasy football.
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Thanks for the tips! One more question: Should I start Driver vs @ STL or Derrick Mason vs CLE or Hightower vs IND? Thanks!
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
@Johnny,
I think Jennings is going to have a really big game against the Rams to make up for his 0-fer last weekend and I’m not sold on Hightower as an every week play. I do very much like Mason’s matchup against Cleveland this week and would start him.
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Hi,
I’m not sure what starting lineup gives me the best chance to win this Sun. I’m playing the first place team and need to make the best choices. We play in a standard league 1QB /2 RB’s 2 WR’s 1 flex WR/RB, 1 TE, 1 Def& 1 K
my team
QB’s Peyton Manning/Jay Cutler
RB’s Matt Forte/Joseph Addai/Leon Washington/Derrick Ward
WR’s Donald Driver/D Denderson/ Mr.OCHO CINCO/L. Robinson
TE’s Kellen Winslow Jr./ Todd Heap
K D. Akers
Def: Bears/Falcons
I’m pretty thin in the 2nd RB category so I think I should use 3 WR’s.
Also, any ideas of a trade to give me a more consistent 2 RB option?
Thanks for your input!!!
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 2:03 pm
@george,
QB – Manning
RB – Matt Forte
RB – not liking any of the options…Leon Washington, begrudginly
WR – Donald Driver
WR – Ochocinco
TE – Winslow
Flex – Devery Henderson
K – Akers
D – Bears
You have two pretty good TEs…if Heap has a good game this weekend, you could try to trade him to someone without a tight end. And if anyone is in desperate need of a QB, see if someone will bite on Cutler.
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Think Braylon or Donald Driver is a better option for week 3?
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 3:04 pm
@Justin,
I’d go Driver. Braylon will get a lot of targets but I have no faith in the Browns’ ability get the ball in the end zone on the road against Baltimore. I hope they prove me wrong. But GB is playing St. Louis.
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I got a WR question.
I can start 2:
Steve Smith (no brainer)
Lee Evans
Donald Driver
Braylond Edwards
Patrick Crayton
Laurent Robinson
Any suggestions? I got driver starting with S. Smith right now.
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 3:05 pm
@Justin,
I actually like Lee Evans this week against New Orleans. He’s a big play receiver, Buffalo will need big plays, and NO gives up big plays. Hard to sit Driver against St. Louis, and he is probably “safer”, but I like Evans’ upside.
And, of course, Steve Smith…assuming you mean the Panthers’ one.
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jeremy Reply:
September 27th, 2009 at 1:12 am
laurent this week
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Hi JROD,
I got this trade offer and am inclined to turn it down –
(League is start 2 QBs, 3 WRS, 2 RBs, 1 TE, 1 flex W/R/T, 1 K and 1 Def – PPR league).
Get: Tony Romo, Lee Evans and Darren McFadden
Give: Trent Edwards, Devery Henderson and Cedric Benson.
Your thoughts and opinions are most welcome.
For another team (helping someone else out – team stinks):
(also PPR league – same starter format)
WRs on team – Torry Holt, Mike Sims-Walker, Ted Ginn Jr., and Johnny Knox.
Should they start Holt or Sims-Walker?
FAs include: Laveranues Coles, Antonio Bryant, Deion Branch, Donny Avery, Laurent Robinson, Brandon Stokley, Chansi Stuckey
Any of these a significant improvement (short or long term)?
Lastly for 2nd RB and flex spots – who do you think are the best two – Pierre Thomasm Michael Bush, Buckhalter or Johnathan Stewart.
Team also has Barber, who obviously plays if healthy but we won’t know for him until Monday. Thought was to save flex spot for either Stewart or Barber. Barber if healthy. Problem is both are nicked up.
Your thoughts are much appreciated.
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 3:12 pm
@Lou D.,
Goodness, tough trade. It’s pretty close to even.
Here’s the thing though: take away the first two games of the season, and each guy you would be getting would have been rated higher than his counterpart preseason. So do you trust the first two weeks of the season or the preseason rankings?
Personally, I like Romo over Edwards and McFadden over Benson. Evans v Henderson could go either way, with Henderson being more consistent so far this year than normal.
Final answer: I do the trade…but I also have a severe hatred for Cedric Benson, so take that into account.
Holt or Sims-Walker is pretty much a toss-up at this point. Holt is the vet and the “#1 WR”…whatever that means in J-ville…so I’d be included to start him.
Antonio Bryant is interesting because he was very productive last season. If he comes back healthy at some point, he’d be the best of that bunch.
I like Thomas and Stewart out of those four RBs, this week and moving forward.
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Thanks for your previous advice, I have one more question for you….
Eli or Trent Edwards?
I have been playing Trent and he has given me consistant numbers for 2 weeks even when the “studs” have flopped… Romo…
I know with Monday nights game, Eli exploded and Manningham grabbing everything, do I ditch Trent this week and give Eli the spot?
What do you think?
Thanks:)
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 3:13 pm
@Tasha,
I like Edwards this week. I think Buffalo-NO becomes a shootout and Edwards benefits. The Giants are more inclined to pound Tampa with the running game if it’s there.
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Tasha Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
@JRod, Thanks:) I am going to stick with Trent!
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JROD,
Thanks for the advice.
Now you got me thinking hard about it. The funny thing is that I took Benson by mistake in my draft (I clicked on buttom meaning to pull up stats and it was the “DRAFT” button, thereby selecting him way earlier than I would have). Now I sort of want to see how he shakes out.
Much appreciated.
Lou
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 7:30 pm
@Lou D.,
Prior to the first two games of this seasons, drafting Benson was always done by mistake!
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Hey JROD,
At the risk of being a pain — one last question —
That other team I’m helping with (the stinker).
Has platoon of so-so QBs – Leftwich, Garrard and Cassell.
Available FAs are: Kevin Kolb, Shaun Hill, Marc Bulger, Jamarcus Russell, Matthew Stafford, Seneca Wallace, Brodie Croyle.
Have to start 2. Who do they roll in week 3?
Which 2 or 3 should they be looking to keep long term?
Your thoughts are appreciated.
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 7:35 pm
@Lou D.,
I would personally start Garrard and Kevin Kolb. Garrard could have a decent day in a shootout with Houston. Leftwich may continue his solid play, but the Giants D worries me. As for Cassel, I want to see the Chiefs offense look competent before I throw him out there.
Obviously Kolb will only play one or two weeks, so you may not want to drop anyone to get him. If that’s the case, I’d probably play Leftwich begrudgingly, mainly because I think TB will get down and have to throw. KC’s O-Line looks terrible and I just don’t trust Cassel.
I also like Shaun Hill as a sleeper. He’ll never be spectacular, but he is a solid player. Personally, I’d rather have him than Leftwich or Cassel long-term, but nor for this week because I think he’ll struggle against Minnesota.
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Romo or Manning?
3 WR’s needed, PPR.
Houshmandzadeh
Steve Smith (NYG)
Donald Driver
Mario Manningham
Mike Sims-Walker
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atrain022 Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 4:43 pm
Sorry, I meant to put Eli Manning…he’s done so well I forgot about Peyton.
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Peterson28 Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
Eli Manning hands down and for the WRs Steve Smith, Donald Driver and Manningham shows promise but has a little shoulder injury that might hold him back so Sims-Walker
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JRod Reply:
September 25th, 2009 at 7:40 pm
@atrain022,
I like Manning this week because of his matchup against TB. On most weeks, Romo. I also think Romo will play it conservatively this week and rely on the running game.
WRs: Driver, TJ, Smith Smith (or Manningham…or Smith…or Manningham..or…)
jk…I would definitely start Driver and TJ (who apparently has something to prove against Chicago, so I expect a decent day from him).
As for the Giants’ guys…it’s tempting to start both of them because of last week and because of TB’s terrible secondary. But it might also be wise not to get TOO carried away yet. This is still a running team and these two guys are not as proven as Driver and TJ. I’d take Smith because it’s a PPR league…but very well knowing that Manningham could have a big game. If you don’t mind a little risk, start Manningham and put TJ on your bench. He could struggle with Seneca Wallace at QB.
Summary, because I rambled:
My choice: Driver, TJ, Smith
Higher risk, Higher Reward choice: Driver, Smith, Manningham
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JROD,
I play in a 10 team PPR League. I need to fill the following slots:
QB – Drew Brees
RB – Chris Johnson
RB/WR
RB/WR
WR
WR
TE
D/ST – Green Bay
K – David Akers
Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell (out) for RB’s
Roddy White, Santana Moss, Mario Manningham, Mike Sims-Walker, Brandon Marshall, Roy Williams, and Julian Edelman for WR’s
Marcedes Lewis and John Carlson for TE’s
What would you recommend for filling the remaining slots? Thanks.
Chris
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 26th, 2009 at 3:48 pm
RB/WR – Pierre Thomas
RB/WR – Mario Manningham
WR – Roddy White
WR – Roy Williams
TE – John Carlson
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Jeremy Reply:
September 27th, 2009 at 1:10 am
you start pierre, roddy, manningham, sims-walker, carlson
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Need 3 WR to start:
Santana Moss
Devery Henderson
Chad Ochocinco
Derrick Mason
Brandon Stockley
Thanks
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 26th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
In order of preference for this week:
Mason
Ochocinco
Henderson
Moss
Stokley
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Which 2 of these Running backs should I start? Willis Macgahee, Ricky Williams, Chris Johnson, Lendale White. I know Chris Johnson is facing the Jets D but hes been very productive that its hard to take him out and I know White is gonna stay reserve… what should I do?
and Which 3 WR should I start? Jerricho Cotchery, Andre Johnson, Hines Ward, Chris Chambers, and Kevin Walter? Im thinkin deffinately Andre Johnson and Cotchery and Walter is great but hurt. what do u think?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 26th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
You have to start Chris Johnson, Jets D or not. I think he'll still be solid. I'd go with McGahee as well. He could explode against the Browns.
Andre Johnson, Hines Ward, Cotchery.
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i have both trent edwards and peyton manning which one should i start
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 26th, 2009 at 3:50 pm
I love Trent Edwards this week, but I cannot recommend him over Peyton. The Colts are playing Arizona and it should be a high scoring affair.
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The Westbrook dilemma: Start a quasi-healthy Westy or put in Thomas Jones against a tough Titan run defense?
Cleveland doesn't rock: Is the crappiness of the Browns all-consuming or can Braylon Edwards emerge from the cesspool as a tough Baltimore defense holds their foot on his head?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 26th, 2009 at 8:57 pm
You're going to have to wait until tomorrow morning to see if Westbrook is playing. If he plays, it means he's healthy enough to have a good game. Philly has a bye week coming up and wouldn't start Westbrook if he couldn't carry close to a full load. He's a better play than Jones if he's active.
Braylon is the one playmaker the Browns have. With Jamal Lewis gimpy, and the Browns likely to be down, Braylon should see plenty of targets. I won't bet on him getting into the endzone because Brady Quinn needs to prove he can push the ball downfield, but Braylon should be a solid WR#2 or flex play in PPR leagues this week.
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http://www.profootballinsight.net/2009/09/week-3-...
Check out last minute injury updates
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Parker or Thomas Jones?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 27th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
I would go with Thomas Jones. I don't really like his matchup, but he should get more touches. Parker has been terrible this year and speculation has been swirling that Rashard Mendenhall and/or Mewelde Moore will start to significantly cut into Parker's carries.
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Need some advice: Should I start McNabb against TB or Eli Manning against the Raiders for week 5?
The breakdown of our league is: 1pt for 25yards passing; 5pt bonus at 250, 5pt bonus at 285, 10pt at 315
2pts for completions, -1 for incomplete, TD=5pt; Interception= -6pt; Sack = -3
Thank you!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 7th, 2009 at 7:13 am
McNabb v TB, easy. I think he has a big day in his return.
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