Fantasy Football Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Lineup Advice and Projections
Looking back at my Week 3 Start Em, Sit Em post as I begin Week 4’s, and it was a pretty solid week.
The definite hits: Derrick Mason (start), Brent Celek (start), Denver D (start), Carson Palmer (sit), Ben Watson (sit), Donnie Avery (sit).
The definite misses: Trent Edwards (start), Dallas D (sit).
The ones I predicted relatively well but touchdowns (or lack thereof) skewed value: Steve Slaton (start), Cedric Benson (sit).
All in all, a pretty solid week, and hopefully most of the 157 comments on that post led to sound fantasy decision making for everyone.
And now, it’s time to do it all over again.
As we pointed out in our recently posted NFL Week 4 TV schedule, odds, and picks post, the following teams all have byes this weekend: Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Philadelphia Eagles. Obviously keep that in mind when you’re setting your lineups.
And remember: I’m trying to avoid the obvious choices here and instead pinpoint guys that folks might be on the fence about. And as we do every week, I will do my absolute best to answer every question that comes through in the comment section.
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Now, onto the Week 4 start ‘em, sit ‘em picks:
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Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Lineup Advice
Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Quarterbacks
Start ‘Em: Eli Manning, New York Giants (at Kansas City)
Last week against Tampa Bay, Eli Manning completed only 14 passes for 161 yards but connected on two TD passes. The rapport that he is developing with Steve Smith is awesome for fantasy owners of both.
For the season, Manning now has five TD passes and only one INT, throwing two touchdowns in each of the last two weeks.
Kansas City is 20th in the NFL against the pass so far this year, and that includes one of their three games coming against the inept JaMarcus Russell. After Kevin Kolb torched the Chiefs last weekend, they have now given up five TD passes and intercepted only one.
The Giants are still a run-first team, but Eli will be able to pick his spots and have another solid day.
Eli Manning Week 4 projection: 200 passing yards, 2 TDs
Other QBs I like in Week 4: Carson Palmer (@ CLE); Shaun Hill (vs STL); Jay Cutler (vs DET)
Sit ‘Em: Philip Rivers, San Diego Chargers (at Pittsburgh)
Philip Rivers was a revelation last season, tallying 4000+ yards and 34 TDs. So far in 2009, however, Rivers is only on pace for 16 TD passes. I think Rivers is fine, and I have him as a #1 QB in a couple of my leagues, but I don’t like his matchup this week at all.
Pittsburgh is now 1-2 after losing to Cincinnati last weekend. Still, the Steelers held Carson Palmer and a pretty good Bengals’ passing game to only 183 yards and 1 TD.
At home, with their backs against the wall a bit, I think the Steelers are going to come out and deliver a nasty defensive performance. Without a healthy LT in the backfield — or  a rusty one if he returns — to balance out the SD offense, I think Rivers could find the going tough against the Steelers, even with Troy Polamalu still out.
(For the record, I am not sitting Rivers in any of the leagues in which I have him, mainly because I don’t have a better alternative. Remember, whether you start someone or sit them is all relative based on your roster. Just temper your expectations for Rivers this week.)
Philip Rivers Week 4 projection: 240 passing yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
Other QBs I don’t like in Week 4: Aaron Rodgers (@ MIN); Ben Roethlisberger (vs SD);Â
Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Running Backs
Start ‘Em: Knowshon Moreno, Denver Broncos (vs Dallas)
It looks like the time may be here to start penciling Knowshon Moreno into your lineups on a weekly basis.
The talented rookie rushed 21 times for 90 yards a score against the Raiders last Sunday. No, the Raiders are not great at stopping the run, but neither is Moreno’s Week 4 opponent Dallas.
The Cowboys are 17th in the NFL right now against the run, giving up 114.7 yards per game, and I think the Broncos will feed Moreno the ball early and often this week.
In PPR leagues, Moreno’s value is not quite as high, as he has only caught two passes this year. But with 17 and 21 carries over the last two weeks respectively, it looks like Moreno has vaulted over Correll Buckhalter for the #1 RB job in Denver.
That makes him worthy of a start in most leagues.
Knownshon Moreno Week 4 projection: 85 yards rushing, 10 yards receiving, 1 TD
Other RBs I like in Week 4: Cedric Benson (@ CLE); Matt Forte (vs DET); Whoever starts at RB for the Redskins (vs TB) — check the injury reports on Clinton Portis this week and pick up Ladell Betts if Portis can’t go; Leon Washington (@ NO); Glen Coffee (vs STL)
Sit ‘Em: Fred Taylor, New England Patriots (vs Baltimore)
Fred Taylor was his old, awesome self last week against Atlanta, rumbling for 105 yards and a score. You will be tempted to start him this week, but keep two things in mind:
- Baltimore’s defense is still great even without Rex Ryan, and they are giving up only 51 yards per game on the ground without having yielding a TD this season.
- You never know which New England running back will get the carries in a given week. Taylor has carried 9, 8, and 21 times this season, and still shares a backfield with Sammy Morris, Kevin Faulk, and Laurence Maroney.
Taylor will always be a threat this season to vulture a TD, as he did in Week 1, and he is the guy to play from the New England backfield if you have to play one of them this week. But there should be better options out there than a 33-year old running back in a pass-first offense against the league’s best run defense.
Fred Taylor Week 3 projection: 35 yards rushing, 0 TD
Other RBs I don’t like in Week 4: Steven Jackson (@SF); Reggie Bush (vs NYJ);Â
Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Wide Receivers
Start ‘Em: Brandon Marshall, Denver Broncos (vs Dallas)
After an understandably slow start to the season, considering all his self-created off field distractions, Brandon Marshall appears poised to reclaim his spot among the top fantasy WRs.
His 5-catch, 67-yard, 1-TD performance last week against Oakland should be all the convincing you need to get him back in your lineups and keep him there.
The Broncos may be a fraudulent 3-0, but winning and being in first place have a way of getting even the biggest malcontents to play hard. I still don’t trust Dallas’ secondary (and neither should you, as they are 27th in the NFL against the pass) but, like Josh McDaniels, I am starting to trust Brandon Marshall more and more each week.
Brandon Marshall Week 4 projection: 7 catches, 105 yards, TD
Other WRs I like in Week 4: Braylon Edwards (vs CIN) — but ONLY if Derek Anderson starts at QB; Chad Ochocinco (@ CLE); Jerricho Cotchery (@ NO); Steve Smith (@ KC);
Sit ‘Em: Roy Williams, Dallas Cowboys (at Denver)
Through three games, Roy Williams has only eight catches for 179 yards and one score, which came in Week 1 against the terrible Tampa Bay Buccaneers secondary. And during last night’s Monday night game, Williams let a potential TD pass bounce off of his hands.
With the Dallas running game looking more and more dominant by the week, something tells me Tony Romo will continue to rely on it and be a little more reluctant to take as many shots down field. That, combined with Williams’ horrible matchup this week — Denver is currently 2nd in the NFL in pass defense and has not given up a TD pass while notching five INTs — make him a worthy candidate to sit if you have decent alternatives.
Roy Williams Week 4 projection: 3 catches, 34 yards
Other WRs I don’t like in Week 4: Marques Colston (vs NYJ) — but with the caveat that I will probably start him in my leagues, despite the fact that he’s facing Darrelle Revis, who has been superb in shutting down opposing teams’ best WRs; Dwayne Bowe (vs NYG); Ted Ginn Jr (vs SD)
Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Tight Ends
Before I get into this week’s tight ends, can I just pat myself on the back a bit for touting Vernon Davis all year. I picked him as a “start em” guy and a sleeper in Weeks 1 and 2 and watched him struggle a bit, but still maintained that this will be the year Davis becomes a star.
Ironically, last week when I picked Brent Celek instead of Vernon Davis, the 49ers’ freak of nature tight end went off, catching seven passes for 96 yards and two touchdowns.
Unless you have another really good option moving forward, I consider Davis close to a weekly start.
Start ‘Em: Dustin Keller, New York Jets (at New Orleans)
Dustin Keller struggled last week against Tennessee, catching only two passes. This comes on the heels of a three catch day against New England. I think it’s fair to say that Keller will have his ups and downs this year, especially with a rookie calling the shots at QB, but he does have a good matchup this week against New Orleans.
Consider the following facts:
- New Orleans is ranked 22nd against the pass this year in terms of yards
- In Week 2, the Saints allowed eight catches and 104 yards to Eagles TE Brent Celek
- In Week 3, the Saints allowed five catches and 34 yards to Buffalo TE Derek Fine
Hence, opportunities should be there for Keller to have a solid afternoon. There are better options for sure, but if you own Celek or Tony Gonzalez, both of whom have byes this week, Keller is a solid fill-in candidate.
Dustin Keller Week 4 projection: 5 catches, 65 yards, 1 TD
Other TEs I like in Week 4: Vernon Davis (vs STL); Owen Daniels (vs OAK)
Sit ‘Em: Visanthe Shiancoe, Minnesota Vikings (vs Green Bay)
Not only does Shiancoe only have six catches all season, but Green Bay has not given up more than two receptions to a tight end in any game. Even as a bye week fill-in, there are much better options that Shiancoe.
Visanthe Shiancoe Week 4 projection: 2 catches, 17 yards
Other TEs I don’t like in Week 4: Greg Olsen (vs DET); Ben Watson (vs BAL)
Week 4 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Defense / Special Teams Units
Start ‘Em: Cincinnati Bengals (at Cleveland Browns)
This one is pretty easy.
Cincinnati has a much improved defense that is ranked in the top half of Yahoo leagues. This week, they face a Cleveland Browns team that appears to be historically bad.
Don’t overthink it, even though it’s the Bengals. Â Start ‘em.
Cincinnati Bengals Week 4 projection: 13 or fewer points allowed, 4 sacks, 2 INTs
Other D/ST units I like in Week 4: San Francisco (vs STL); Buffalo (at Miami); Chicago (vs DET)
Sit ‘Em: Denver Broncos (vs Dallas Cowboys)
The Broncos currently have the #1 rated defense in Yahoo. However, remember that two of their games have come against the two worst offenses in football: Cleveland and Oakland.
This week, Denver plays Dallas, which has the best backfield trio in the league. The Cowboys aren’t explosive enough in the passing game to put up huge numbers on Denver, and Tony Romo will probably turn the ball over once or twice, but I wouldn’t expect Denver to keep getting as many sacks or holding their opponents to three points every week.
Denver Broncos Week 4 projection: 20+ points given up, 1 sack, 1 INT
Other D/ST units I don’t like in Week 4: New England (vs BAL); San Diego (@ PIT)
And other edition of Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em is in the books. Chime in below to let everyone know which of my picks you agree with or disagree with (remember, you can select more than one option) and then use the comment section to pose your Week 4 questions.
Which of Jerod's Week 4 Start 'Em picks do you agree with? (Remember: select ALL options that you agree with)
- TE - Dustin Keller (at NO) (20%, 73 Votes)
- WR - Brandon Marshall (vs Dallas) (20%, 74 Votes)
- RB - Knowshown Moreno (vs Dallas) (31%, 112 Votes)
- D/ST - Cincinnati Bengals (at Cleveland) (48%, 175 Votes)
- QB - Eli Manning (at Kansas City) (55%, 200 Votes)
Total Voters: 363
Loading ...Which of Jerod's Week 4 Sit 'Em picks do you agree with? (Remember: select ALL that apply)
- QB - Philip Rivers (at Pittsburgh) (28%, 83 Votes)
- D/ST - Denver Broncos (vs Dallas) (28%, 84 Votes)
- TE - Visanthe Shiancoe (vs Green Bay) (30%, 89 Votes)
- WR - Roy Williams (at Denver) (38%, 113 Votes)
- RB - Fred Taylor (vs Baltimore) (58%, 173 Votes)
Total Voters: 296
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hi jerod,
your suggestions last week helped me a lot! thanks so much! and so im here again for your advice for week 4 regarding my RBs
currently i have:
Darren Sproles
Ladanian Tomlinson
Ray Rice
Willis McGahee
Pierre Thomas
Mike Bell
Felix Jones
Fred Jackson
i need to start 4 of these. my league is not PPR.
if im lucky i might be able to pick up glen coffee and knowshon moreno from the waivers tonight. so my question is, IF i am able to acquire both, who should i start? and if im not able to acquire these two, who should i start?
thanks as always!
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Jay Fletch Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 5:15 pm
I would be starting P. Thomas, W. McGahee, R. Rice, and D. Sproles. Personally I don't see any other way to play that one out M. Bell, LT, and F. Jones are all injured and with the Exception of LT the others might not even suit up. Now F. Jackson has M. Lynch comming back which isn't the main reason I wouldnt play him but it contributes, the main reason is MIA is tough agisnt the run. Even though I am not a fan of starting both R. RIce and W. McGahee i dont think you have an option. -Jay Fletch
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Andy, this is a tough one as we need to see what the injury status will be for LT and Felix Jones. I do like Coffee and Moreno this week to have solid outings.
I probably would not play the SD running backs, who have to face Pittsburgh's D in Pittsburgh. And the Fred Jackson gravy train might not be as tasty anymore with Marshawn Lynch back.
If you get Coffee and Moreno, I'd go as follows: Pierre Thomas, McGahee, Coffee, Moreno (scared of Ray Rice not scoring…remember, his TD came against Cleveland).
If you don't get them: Thomas, McGahee, Rice, and Felix Jones (if healthy). If Jones can't go, play whoever is starting in SD.
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Andy Reply:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
yeah that makes sense. i too believe rice will be shut down by NE. they're going to try and make flacco win it for them. IF i end up getting percy harvin or M-sims-walker in the waivers, should i start one of them in place of Rice as flex?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:54 pm
Man, that is splitting hairs. I still don't totally trust Percy Harvin, and his TD last week came on special teams, but he has scored in three straight weeks. And they may have something special cooked up for GB this weekend. Once Sunday morning rolled around, I'd probably bite the bullet and throw Harvin in there one more time. I don't trust Sims-Walker enough…yet…to place him over a starting RB on a good offense, lack of goalline touches or not.
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Andy Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
JeRod!
just wanted to give you an update buddy!
so i managed to pick up coffee off the waiver! im really happy about that. harvin and moreno though were picked up by others. im not too bummed about not getting harvin cuz i have vincent jackson, wayne and welker for my 3 starting WRs.
i just need to find a good kicker to replace akers who has a bye week. currently the options (FA) are:
Kaeding, Prater, Karney, Nedney, Folk and Lindell from the available kickers with decent matchups. can you suggest a couple good ones for week 4?
thanks dude!
I appreciated this advice you gave last week (though my Trent Edwards/TO combo was a swift kick in the pants). Hopefully this isn't too long, but I am in a bit of a bind.
3 weeks in, and I am 1-2. The worst part, I have the second highest total points in my league, but magically seem to get the worst match-up ever week.
OK my Roster for week 4 (praying that McNabb comes back healthy after bye week)
Starting
K. Collins
Moss
S. Smith (NYG)
M. Sims -Walker
AP
M. Barber
K. Winslow (Celek is on a Bye week)
Bench
Owens (so mad)
H. Ward
Sproles
F. Jones (injury)
I think that I have the most favorable matchups sitting in my lineup. Are there any changes you would recommend?
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I appreciated this advice you gave last week (though my Trent Edwards/TO combo was a swift kick in the pants). Hopefully this isn't too long, but I am in a bit of a bind.
3 weeks in, and I am 1-2. The worst part, I have the second highest total points in my league, but magically seem to get the worst match-up ever week.
OK my Roster for week 4 (praying that McNabb comes back healthy after bye week)
Starting
K. Collins
Moss
S. Smith (NYG)
M. Sims -Walker
AP
M. Barber
K. Winslow (Celek is on a Bye week)
Bench
Owens (so mad)
H. Ward
Sproles
F. Jones (injury)
I think that I have the most favorable matchups sitting in my lineup. Are there any changes you would recommend?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:03 pm
Yeah, Edwards and TO really let me down. That was disappointing.
Obviously you have to wait and see whether LT is playing (to know Sproles' value) and whether Felix Jones will play or not. Either way, as long as Barber plays, you want AP and Barber as your RBs.
If you have a flex slot (I'm assuming that's where Sims-Walker is now) then I'd put Jones in there if he's healthy. If not, I actually like Ward over Sims-Walker. Hines is due to get into the end zone and I think Pittsburgh is going to play really well this weekend against San Diego.
Are you sure there is no one on the waiver wire better than Kerry Collins? If not, he might have a decent day this week going up against Jacksonville, but still…
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southwick Reply:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:21 pm
I can't stomach throwing T. Edwards back out there.
My waiver wire choices are:
Campbell @ TB
Sanchez @ NO
Favre @ GB
Collins @ Jax
Collins was my one week pick as I am most likely going to grab Kolb to be Mcnabbs backup after the Bye.
Looking at the strength of the matchups I saw Ten as having a must win vs. the worst pass def. in Football.
The Cowboys fan in me might be biased though, and rejecting the idea of starting a Redskin's QB.
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 29th, 2009 at 7:58 pm
Oh that's right…duh…Edwards is your backup.
If it were me, I'd think long and hard about Favre. He is a complete wild card Monday night. I could see him imploding and throwing 3-4 picks, playing very conservatively and relying on Peterson, or just totally dominating and throwing 3-4 TDs. Seriously…would any of those surprise you? But I think his "upside" is the highest of all your options.
Otherwise, I'd go Campbell, and then Sanchez. Campbell isn't great by any means, but TB is TERRIBLE in the secondary. New Orleans is still suspect in pass defense, but trusting a rookie QB is tough.
If I were setting the lineup, I'd rank you choices: Favre, Edwards, Campbell, Sanchez, Collins (just not a big fan of Kerry)
Lou D. Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 3:49 pm
Edwards and TO let me down last week too. I was in a dog-fight to stay undefeated. I lost by 10 points in a PPR tleagues so it was close. They gave me very little (TO zero). Then I needed a good to strong game from DeAngelo Williams Monday night … decent first half … close game … and they stop giving him the ball. I don't get it. I lost.
You gave some great advice – my friend started Kolb along with Knox and Sim-Walker (as you advised) and won for the first time this week. Thanks for the great advice, J-Rod. Much appreciated.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 6:18 pm
Lou, thanks…although there were definitely hits and misses last week, as always. After reading your first line about Edwards and TO (both of whom I thought would have good weeks last week) I figured you were commenting to lambaste me. Glad the advice worked out for someone though!
Yeah, I didn't understand the Deangelo Williams thing. Not sure what John Fox is thinking these days…
Hey, can I get some advice on this trade? I'm kind of stuck on whether I like it b/c I think LT is so unpredictable going forward. It's LT, Reggie Bush, and Carlson for Boldin and Tony Gonzalez. I like Boldin, but I can also move Cotchery up from my flex to the WR2 spot. I have Steven Jackson, but after that it drops off.
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 11:32 am
I'm not a big fan of it.
You're right, LT is totally unpredictable and I would want to see him play first before dealing for him. Bush is going to be up and down all year. I don't think he'll get the touches as a running back to warrant every week flex status. There are just too many options in NO.
Boldin and Gonzalez are the two best players in the deal I think. Cotchery is fine as a flex play…I think you should stand pat.
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I came out of week 2 with a commanding points lead an have been stuck in first ever since. I need help with my lineup, looking to add joe nedney off the waiver wire for my bye week kicker and trade LJ for Tashard Choice. I have Warner and Ackers on a bye week and CJ as a must start RB, Andre Johnson as a must start WR, Steelers D/ST, and Dustin Keller TE.
Now my indecision, Who do I start?
Flacco or
Sanchez
Sproles
Larry Johnson (Maybe replaced by Choice)
J. Jones
D. Brown
T.J. Housh or
Patrick Crayton
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I came out of week 2 with a commanding points lead an have been stuck in first ever since. I need help with my lineup, looking to add joe nedney off the waiver wire for my bye week kicker and trade LJ for Coffee (1st) or Tashard Choice (2nd). I have Warner and Ackers on a bye week and CJ as a must start RB, Andre Johnson as a must start WR, Steelers D/ST, and Dustin Keller TE.
Flacco or Sanchez
J. Jones
D. Brown
Sproles
Larry Johnson (or Coffee or TC)
TJ Housh
Crayton
Thanks Big Guy
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 11:29 am
New England is doing a pretty good job against the pass this year and completely shut down Joe Flacco last weekend. The Pats are 6th in yards allowed and have only given up 3 TDs. The Saints, Sanchez's opponent are in the 20s in yards allowed, but have only given up three TDs as well. Sanchez does have the more favorable matchup, and even though I don't like rookie QBs, I'd probably go with him.
Nedney is a solid choice for this week.
I like Housh over Crayton, as the Broncos are very strong against the pass.
I would start Coffee or TC this week over any of your other options honestly. Keep an eye on San Diego to see how much Sproles will play. But definitely grab Coffee or Choice if you can.
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hi jerod,
i have PIT for my Defense and i followed your suggestions and also picked up cincinnati. but in the end, which one of the two should i start? also, is picking up tashard choice a good idea considering barber is probably going to play this weekend?
thanks in advance!
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 2:31 pm
Polamalu is out and Cincy is playing Cleveland…you start Cincy and don't look back!
As for Tashard Choice, he's a great option. Felix Jones is out and the Cowboys have to be worried now about their incredible backfield holding up throughout the season. I think even when all three are healthy they will rotate a good amount. With only two of them, each has value. Choice is a good flex…choice…for week 4.
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Good work on Coffee. He'll be a solid play for a couple of weeks.
Prater is tempting, but he is also inconsistent. I really like Nedney because San Francisco's offense is just good enough to drive on people, but always to score. He should get lots of mid-range FG opportunities, especially against a subpar D like St. Louis.
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Andy Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
JeRod!
yeah i was leaning towards nedney too. however the dilemma i know have is who to drop for him! i dropped akers and picked up coffee. on the bench i have LT/sproles(depending on who starts against PIT), mike bell, fred jackson and ray rice. i feel that of these, getting rid of bell would be a safe bet since thomas seems like he's going to be the #1 back for NO even after bell comes back. im keeping rice around so that i can trade for a QB next week. what do you think?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 7:58 pm
Yeah, that's a strong list of RBs on your bench. I'd probably drop Bell I suppose, but try to pick him back up after this week. Also, monitor how Buffalo splits carries between Fred Jackson and Marshawn Lynch this week. You may want to try and trade Jackson now to someone who doesn't realize he's going to be in a running back rotation from this point forward. His numbers look pretty good right now and could carry some value.
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T. Choice vs Denver or D. Sproles vs Pit?
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 7:56 pm
You're going to have to track injuries with this one. I like Choice though, mainly because Pitt is so strong against the run. I'm not buying Denver as a tough run D…they've just faced too relatively weak offenses in the first three weeks of the season. Even if Barber plays, I think he'll be spelled often by Choice. The Cowboys are going to be careful with their backs.
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Love the site and your blog Jerod – always interesting and insightful. In a 12-team non-PPR league and I would appreciate advice on where to shore up my team for the long-haul (wishful thinking, I know). Also, do I have enough among my current receiving corps to fill the required 3 WR slots this week or should I drop Stuckey or Caldwell for someone on the wire (e.g. M. Wallace or one of the Titans, MSW and Garcon are already gone). I also start 2 RBs and a flex.
Here's my current roster: QBs – Schaub, Sanchez; RBs – P. Thomas, C. Johnson, D. Brown, G. Coffee, L. Washington; WRs – A. Johnson, S. Smith (NYG), E. Bennett, D. Mason, A. Caldwell, C. Stuckey; TE – Todd Heap; K – J. Carney; DEF – Minnesota.
Thanks so much.
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JerodMSF Reply:
September 30th, 2009 at 7:55 pm
Thanks for the kind words Allie!
Here is what I would do:
QB – Matt Schaub
RB – C. Johnson
RB – P. Thomas
WR – A. Johnson
WR – S. Smith
WR – A. Caldwell
Flex – Glen Coffee
I do think you have enough. I like Caldwell this weekend because teams' third team receivers have killed the Browns this year. Look at what Kelley Washington did last week. I don't know if Caldwell will get a TD, but I bet he gets 5-6 catches and some decent yardage, which is about what you'd hope for with any of the guys on waivers.
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I'd like to get your opinion on my lineup this week.
Starting
Flacco
R Moss
H Ward
P Garcon
B Jacobs
Julius Jones
Cooley
Tynes
San Fran
Bench
Warner – Bye
Roy Williams
Desean – Bye
W Parker – turf toe?
R Rice
Kevin Smith – injured?
Denver
Possible FA pickups: Cinci Defense, San Diego Defense, Darren McFadden, Nate Burleson, Todd Heap, Nedney
There are no flex positions. No PPR. Agree with who I'm starting? What's your opinion of who to start at Def out of who I have or who I could possibly add? If Kevin Smith plays this week, do you like him over Julius Jones? How about Willie Parker over Smith or Jones? Tynes or Nedney at kicker?
Thanks in advance.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:49 am
San Fran's D is a great choice this week against St. Louis and Kyle Boller. I like Cincy's too against Cleveland, but San Fran's is better for the long haul.
I agree with sitting Roy Williams for Garcon. Make Roy and Romo prove they have some rapport, and Denver's D is not a good matchup.
I am not a fan of Julius Jones in general, especially on the road where he tends to struggle, but the Colts do not have a great run D. Since Jones has a better chance to get carries near the goalline, I would begrudgingly play him over Ray Rice and Smith, even if healthy, who has to go up against a tough Bears D while dinged up.
No on Parker. I just don't trust him yet.
Tynes or Nedney…wash. They're kickers, who the hell knows. I personally would go Nedney, based on gut feel, but NY is playing KC and should be able to score some points. That's a "pick 'em"
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Brian Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 1:13 pm
Thanks for the advice. I'm not a big fan of Jones either. Hopefully he keeps it up at least one more week. I missed out on rbs in the draft this year picking tenth. Being from the Cincinnati area its hard to trust the Bengals D. Its tempting, but its been a rough 20 years. Seems like when they are supposed to be good, they aren't. And when they are not supposed to be they are….
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Hey Jerod
Should I start Knowshon Moreno or Pierre Thomas(PPR) and Nate Burleson or Lee Evans (PPR)
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:50 am
Go with Thomas. Moreno does not get many catches.
Burleson. He's become the go-to WR in Seattle and Evans is an all-or-nothing type of guy.
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Jay5069 Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 7:25 pm
Thanks, I'm also trying to pick up Glen Coffee, Tashard Choice and Ricky Williams. The (WR's) are Kevin Walter, Pierre Garcon and Earl Bennett of these which is the best choice?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 8:15 pm
Kevin Walter for sure. He's a steal if he's still out there. I have him in a few leagues. But Pierre Garcon and Bennett are no slouches. I want to see Garcon become a little more consistent in the receptions category, and see Bennett get into the end zone, but both are solid bench players right now to use as a bye week fill-ins.
I need a fill-in QB. I have Cassel, but was looking at possibly picking up Kerry Collins or Shaun Hill. What do you think?
Thanks!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:51 am
I actually kind of like Kerry Collins this week because Jacksonville's pass defense is awful. Shaun Hill is the safer pick though. It depends on the rest of your roster. If you think you need 20+ pts to win, go with Collins…knowing he's capable of really crappy days too. If you just need a guaranteed 10-12 points (depending on your scoring system) go with Hill.
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Stan Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 1:07 pm
Someone in my league dropped Kyle Orton. Worth picking up and starting over Collins?
Thanks for the help.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 1:20 pm
Long-term I like Orton over Collins…because I doubt Collins finishes the year as starter unless the Titans make a miraculous turnaround. This week, however, Collins has a nice matchup against the Jags' terrible pass defense. It could be a high scoring game because the Titans and Jags defenses have been putrid this year. I don't see much of a difference between Orton and Collins this week…so I'd say go for it because Orton will be a more solid play for the balance of the year.
I was hit by the Frank Gore injury. My other backs are Correll Buckhalter and Thomas Jones. Thinking about picking up Ricky Williams or Jerome Harrison. Should I go with what I have or do I need help? Any other sleeper RBs out there?
Carl
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:53 am
Thomas Jones has been terrible since Week 1 and I don't trust him. Buckhalter is still getting carries as well as receptions. If you're in a PPR league, I like Buckhalter and actually kinda like Jerome Harrison, especially if Jamal lewis doesn't play. Is it PPR?
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My WR corps is getting thin. I have to drop Laurent Robinson, Dwayne Bowe is out again and Larry Fitzgerald has a bye week. I have Steve Smith-NYG, Torry Holt, but looking to get some help. Considering one or two from the list below. Who has the best upside looking forward and who can help immediately?
Mike Wallace
Nate Washington
Bryant Johnson
Chansi Stuckey
Muhsin Muhammad
Michael Jenkins
Andre Caldwell
I appreciate the help.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:54 am
I like the matchups for Washington and Caldwell this week. Long-term, Wallace and Washington are hit-or-miss type guys, while a guy like Muhammad can net you 4-6 catches per game and be consistent. Are you in a PPR league?
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I cannot decide if I should start Mims-Walker or Harvin week 4. Tough one and any help would be appreciated, thanks!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:54 am
That is a tough one. I'd go Sims-Walker because Tennessee has not proven it can stop the pass. I'm still waiting for Harvin's first dud game, which is inevitable because he's a rookie WR. I think Sims-Walker is safer, and has the good matchup to boot.
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Hey Jerod,
Thanks for the advice last week, as I won 112-104 putting me at 2-1 on the season.
I plan on starting Cedric Benson at 1 of my rb positions, and was curious as to who to start out of Chris Johnson against Jax or Glen Coffee (who I picked up last week off the waiver wire).
I also have a question as to my wr players this week. I typically play a 2 rb/3 wr set with Colston and Wayne being 2 of the 3 wr. My question is which 2 should I start other than Wayne who will play against the Rams: Colston against the Jets, Cotchery against the Saints, Manningham against the Chiefs, or Sims-Walker against Tennessee?
Thanks in advance!!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 2:57 am
Normally I would tell you to sit Benson…but they're playing Cleveland, so you have to play him. Start Johnson. He's proven, whereas Coffee has yet to really prove anything yet.
Cotchery for sure. Sims-Walker and Manningham is close to a toss-up. If you're in a PPR league, I'd go Sims-Walker. Otherwise, go Manningham.
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Need some help. I am starting Carson Palmer and Ocho Cinco. I have Calvin Johnson and Marques Colston on my team. I can only start one of them. I also need help at running back, I have Willie Parker,Marion Barber, and Knowshon Moreno. From what I read and think I should go with Moreno but what about my other two backs? I can only start 2 backs. Thanks to anyone with good insight.
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My team took a big hit with Gore last week and now I have Fitz on a bye.. my question is.. who should I start at WR (2 spots plus RB/WR).. S. Holmes, B. Marshall, Knox, Sims-Walker or Lee Evans. I need to make a comeback this week. Thanks for your recommendations:)__Also, should I play Sproles with LT hoping to make a start this week? __I am hurting with RB too.. I put alot trust into Gore.. now I have R. Williams, D. Ward (?) and C. Taylor.. who is the better start?__Thanks:)
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 12:05 pm
I really like Brandon Marshall this week. I think we are going to see him start producing big numbers again as he emerges from his cocoon of self-absorption we all saw during the offseason. I also like Mike Sims-Walker. He's had six catches each of the last two weeks and is becoming David Garrard's most consistent target. Tennessee has done a good job of defending the pass this season either.
After that, you have three guys with explosive potential but that I don't totally trust. Santonio Holmes had a great start to the season, then flopped with one catch last week. Same with Johnny Knox, although he got into the endzone. Holmes faces a San Diego pass defense that is in the top 10 in the league and has been very solid (although granted, two of their games came against Oakland and Miami). But Holmes has dropped four passes in two weeks, which is worrisome. And I cannot in good faith recommend a rookie WR when you are in desperate need of a win.
Thus, I'll suggest Lee Evans for your flex spot. Miami has struggled against the pass this year (264 yards per game, 4 TDs, 0 INTs) and Evans has always played well against Miami. He has 8 TDs in 10 career games against the Phins, and his 19.8 yard per catch average is actually 3.9 yards higher than his already high 15.9 yard career average. Evans has not gotten out of the gates this season, but I'm not giving up on him and the Bills' passing game yet…and this could be a good matchup for a rebound.
As for LT/Sproles, you just have to wait and see how that shakes out. If LT starts, I think you have to sit Sproles. But if LT is still gimpy, he may not play the whole game. Not sure you can decide that until Sunday morning.
I don't like Ward, whose carries have gone from 12-9-2 over the first three weeks of the season. I actually think Ricky Williams could have a nice game on Sunday with the Dolphins surely relying even more on the run with Chad Henne behind center. Are you in a PPR league? If so, Chester Taylor is not a bad option, as he plays on third downs and actually is among the team leaders in catches for the Vikings.
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TRK07 Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 7:48 pm
Thanks so much for all your indepth advice… I am going with your suggestions and keeping my fingers crossed for a win:) Thanks!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Best of luck!
Hello Jerod
I am new to this so I am not sure if did something wrong. I asked for advice last night and it seems my message was erased. If I did something wrong let me know and I will be sure not to do it again. Maybe my question was not clear. In my system you start one QB 2 RB 2WR 1TE 1K 1D with 5 bench spots. I have Carson Palmer and Matt Ryan at QB and D. Williams, Marion Barber, Willie Parker, and K. Moreno at RB. My WR are M. Coslton,Ocho Cinco, and Calvin Johnson. I have to start Carson Palmer so I am going to start Ocho. I can only pick one of my other two WR wich one do you think? At running back I think your right about Moreno but wich one should be my number two? I like Willie this week but he has turf toe and Barber has a bumed quad and D. Williams is on bye. If you could help me make up my mind I would be very gratefull. Thanks Jerod
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Jerod,
Nice article! For week 4, do you start Sanchez or Rodgers at QB? Rodgers' talent is awesome, but his OL is not. Sanchez is likely going to have to throw, and Saints passing defense stinks. Then again – I sat Rodgers and started Rivers last week and regretted it, ended up dumping Rivers to the wire.
Of these six, which one do you sit in week 4? I think Pierre Garcon only because he's not the top receiver on the team (standard scoring, not PPR):
Julius Jones
Glenn Coffee
Maurice Jones-Drew
Jerricho Cotchery
Mike Sims-Walker
Pierre Garcon
Thanks!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 8:20 pm
I share your concern over Rodgers' O-line, and love Sanchez's matchup, but I still start Rodgers and here's why:
1) The emotion and energy of he Packers-Vikings game will be amazing. I would not be surprised to see Favre and Rodgers get into a shootout. Of the two, Rodgers is far more likely to have to rely on his passing game because the Vikings stuff the run so well.
2) Sanchez is still a rookie, and the Saints did a pretty good job of bottling up Buffalo last week.
3) If you have Rodgers, Monday Night becomes even more exciting for you. If all else is even, why not add some extra intrigue to the biggest game of the week?
I hate Julius Jones, but I'll agree on Garcon. He still has more proving to do to gain weekly start fantasy status.
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would lindell be a better choice as kicker or joe nedney for week 4?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 1st, 2009 at 10:09 pm
I like Nedney. I think San Fran will have a solid day offensively, but they are not a big play offense and can get bogged down and have to settle for field goals. In the end, they're kickers so it's kind of a toss up but I'd personally start Nedney.
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Mackie Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 1:27 am
hi jerod,
apologies for bumping my request but i believe you might have missed it
in your opinion would lindell be a better choice as kicker or joe nedney for week 4?
thanks:)
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 1:28 am
It's kind of a toss-up, but I'd start Nedney. SF's offense is good enough to move the ball, especially against St. Louis, but not always score TDs. He should get a few FG opportunities. I think Buffalo can punch it in, especially through the air, against Miami.
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Jerod,
Great advices and posts. I look forward to reading every week.
Rank your choice for this week matchup
WRs:
Marques Colston
Santana Moss
Derrick Mason
Devery Henderson
Brandon Stokley
RBs:
Derrick Ward
M. Barber
Leon Washington
P Thomas
Also, do you think Tom Brady starting against Baltimore a good idea? My backup is Matthew Stafford.
Thanks
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KSwiss Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 12:49 am
Nevermind on the QB question, just looked at Stafford going against Chi.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 1:11 am
Thanks a lot for the kind words K Swiss. I looked forward to writing them and responding to everyone's questions.
1 – Marques Colston
2 – Santana Moss
3 – Derrick Mason
4 – Devery Henderson
5 – Brandon Stokley
Looks like you had them ranked right all along! I thought about going Moss over Colston because Darelle Revis has been shutting down opposing team's top WRs…but let's just say that I trust Brees, Colston, and the Saints…even against the Jets…more than I trust Campbell, Moss, and the Redskins. Both are very good plays this week though.
Yes, start Brady. But looks like you figured that out.
As for the RBs, Pierre Thomas is your #1 and Marion Barber should play, so throw him in there with confidence. I doubt Dallas would let him go if he wasn't close to 100%. Leon Washington after that, and I like him more than your other WR options if you need a flex.
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hi jerod,
next week vincent has a bye. and i need a replacement WR for him. following WRs are available in FA right now in my league (in no particular order):
j. knox
d. henderson
n. burleson
d. mason
m. sims-walker
m. clayton
n. washington
which one of these would be the best bye-week fill in in your opinion?
thanks again!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 1:14 am
I'd go Burleson. He's having a great start to the year and the Seahawks play the NFL's worst rated pass defense right now…Jacksonville. For the year, I like Mason, but Burleson does have some tasty matchups on the immediate horizon.
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[...] In today’s edition of Morning Would, I am going to expound upon an answer I gave in the comments section of this week’s fantasy football Start Em, Sit Em post. [...]
My Qb is Mat hasselback and apparently he is out agian this week?
Who should I start Seneca Wallace or Matthew Stafford?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 2nd, 2009 at 6:21 pm
I like Wallace for a number of reasons.
1 – The Colts offense will score on Seattle so Wallace will be playing from behind and throwing. (This could happen in Chicago too, but Detroit has been keeping games relatively close early on)
2 – No Dwight Freeney means the Colts' pass rush won't be as devastating when they get ahead
3 – Still no Bob Sanders
4 – I don't trust rookie QBs and only play them in fantasy when absolutely necessary, especially against solid to good defenses.
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i'm the only woman in my work fantasy league and taking a lot of teasing even though i'm 2 – 1. i have question on who to start this week at WR, ochocinco, knox, garcon, or sims-walker. any help?? i already have steve smith starting, but can't decide on the other 2. thanks.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 3rd, 2009 at 5:16 pm
I'd go Ochocinco. The Bengals are playing the Browns. He'll have the decent-to-solid Eric Wright on him this week, but look at what Derrick Mason did last week. I think Chad has a solid day.
Then, I would go with Sims-Walker…especially if you are in a PPR league. He's not as explosive as either Garcon or Knox, but does have a great matchup against Tennessee and six catches in back to back games. Knox and Garcon rely on big plays and TDs for their value, Sims-Walker will provide at least some value even if he doens't get into the end zone, especially this week.
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Brandi Wehde Reply:
October 3rd, 2009 at 8:01 pm
I also am the only woman in my league (also 2-1) I lead over all in points. I would start ochocinco and knox. They are both projected to do very well this week in their matchups. Good Luck!
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Love your website! just gotta a quick question. I have to play 2 Rb's and its between Buckhalter, Addai, Kevin Smith, and Donald Brown. I have Peyton and would love to get the extra points off the indy RB's and who knows which one will carry the load and score the td's. if i do pick just one indy rb then im sure the other will have the great game. Im wary of playing smith because he might see limited action if he plays sunday. whats your advice?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 3rd, 2009 at 5:12 pm
I would definitely start Smith. It sounds like he will play and is the clear #1 in Detroit.
As for Brown and Addai, it really is flipping a coin. In fact, I'm not sure I can advise any meaningful way other than that between the two of them. If you want one separator, it may be this: Brown has been much more explosive in the passing game. Personally, I would start him…and then, of course, wait for Addai to score all the fantasy points!
Correll Buckhalter is interesting, and has done well, but he's also feasted on Cleveland and Oakland the last couple of weeks. Dallas will present more of a challenge, and Moreno should get more and more carries.
I would start Kevin Smith and Donald Brown.
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70novaSS Reply:
October 3rd, 2009 at 5:21 pm
thanks for your help! I just know that wither way Murphys law will screw me if i play an indy rb…oh well…just gona have to see
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I am a rookie owner, and having trouble with my WR lineup. I want to start Cotchery and Marshall. I have one more spot to fill. Can't decide between Mason, Driver, Holmes, and Burleson. Any thoughts?
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I like Cotchery and Marshall this week as well.
I'd go Driver. I think Green Bay is going to have to throw the ball a lot Monday night and Driver has been very consistent this year. NE shut down Atlanta's passing game last week, and Flacco could struggle a la Matt Ryan. Holmes and Burleson are solid, but not as good as Driver this week in my estimation.
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SHOULD I SRTART RIVERS OR HILL FOR QB?? RIVER IS PLAYING PITSBURG AND HILL IS PLAYING SEA! ALSO DO U THINK WELKER IS GOING TO PRODUCE ENOUGH POINT FOR ME TO PLAY HIM OVER BOBBY WADE..? THANKS
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david Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 1:32 am
or issace bruce../???
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 1:02 pm
I'm worried about Rivers against Pittsburgh, but I still wouldn't start Hill over him. In the end, SD is a pass-first team whereas SF is a run-first team.
Welker will produce more that Bruce and/or Wade if he starts. Have to check the injury reports though leading up to the game.
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Hi JRod… This is Crystal… I need your help again this week.
By the way, LeSean McCoy did good last week… Thanks.
Anyway, Im stuck on two things…
1. I need to start 3 WR and I have 5 to choose from… Braylon Edwards, Mario Manningham, Wes Welker, Sims-Walker and Kevin Walter
2. Should I drop Jamal Lewis and pick up Moreno?
Thanks in advance!!!!!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
Crystal,
First of all, YES…sprint to the waiver wire and pick up Knowshon Moreno for Jamal Lewis. I would have drafted Moreno over Lewis.
As for the WRs…you have to start Welker if he's healthy. Right now, he looks like a gametime decision. If Welker starts, combine him with Kevin Walter and Mike Sims-Walker. If Welker can't play, I'd start Braylon Edwards.
Why Sims-Walker over Edwards/Manningham? He's been more consistent, with 6 catches each of the last two weeks, and has a great matchup against Tennessee's terrible D. And I like Edwards over Manningham because Derek Anderson is the QB, which should help Braylon make some noise downfield.
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Crystal Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:20 pm
Thanks so much. Also… One more thing… I have picked up Moreno. So should I start Moreno or McFadden this week? Ronnie Brown is a must. Lol
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
Moreno, for sure. I really like him moving forward. McFadden needs to stop fumbling and actually show that he can use his speed to get into the end zone.
Crystal Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 3:38 pm
Another quick thing… Should I drop LeSean McCoy and pick up Tashard Choice?
Westbrook should be back…
JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 3:45 pm
That is a very tough question. I like both of them…a lot…this year. I think I'd lean towards McCoy. No, he won't carry as much if Westbrook is playing, but what are the odds of the aging Westbrook staying healthy all year? And McCoy will still get some touches every week as the Eagles try to keep Westbrook upright.
In Choice, you have a back who is in a three-man rotation. He has great value this week, but what about when Barber and Jones are back?
So much of the answer to this question relies on injuries, which can't be predicted. In the end, I'd go with the guy in a two-man backfield, not the one in the three-man backfield. I'd stick with McCoy, unless you are desperate for this week.
Crystal Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 4:12 pm
Ok. Well should I drop TJ Housh and pick up Jerome Harrison?
JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 4:15 pm
Wow. That would be a bold move. I don't think I'd do that yet, especially since Jamal Lewis will probably come back at some point. I'd take a wait-and-see on that, at least until after today.
Crystal Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 4:37 pm
I have not picked up Harrison just yet. Want your input on this… Would you start McFadden or Harrison this week?
Crystal Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 4:41 pm
Have not picked up Harrison just yet… Need your input on something… Would you play McFadden or Harrison this week?
who do i start at rb out of these:
ronnie brown
l.t.
marion barber
felix jones
tashard choice
obviously jones is hurt so…
i plan on starting brown and not sure between the other 3?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 12:51 pm
I really like Ronnie Brown this week, and I also like Tashard Choice. The latest word Saturday night was that he would be getting the bulk of the work Sunday, with Marion Barber obviously not at 100% yet. After those two, I'd go LT. I want to see L.T. have a good game and stay healthy before vaulting over Brown or whoever is running the ball for Dallas.
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Jerod who would you start between Michael Bush, McFadden and Donald Brown
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 1:16 pm
I'd probably go with Brown. McFadden is fumbling, Bush isn't get lots of looks, and Seattle (Indy's opponent today) has done a good job of stopping the run. Brown is platooning with Addai, but I still think he's going to start getting more and more of the carries.
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johnnyboomer Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 1:25 pm
Thanks Jerod….I know it's not allot of great options but I am rebuilding in a dynasty league
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Willie Parker will be out tonight.
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Hi JRod… This is Crystal… I need your help again this week.
By the way, LeSean McCoy did good last week… Thanks.
Anyway, Im stuck on two things…
1. I need to start 3 WR and I have 5 to choose from… Braylon Edwards, Mario Manningham, Wes Welker, Sims-Walker and Kevin Walter
2. Should I drop Jamal Lewis and pick up Moreno?
Thanks in advance!!!!!
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:12 pm
Crystal, I believe I answered this earlier…did you not see?
http://www.midwestsportsfans.com/2009/09/fantasy-...
Let me know if there is an issue. You should have gotten an email notification that I responded. New commenting system so still working out the kinks.
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I have 2 issues. My first is that I need to start 2 running backs between MB3, Choice, Portis, White, and Beanie Wells. They say MB and Choice will both be getting a large portion of carries. Portis seems to be hurt, old or both. White and Wells suck. What do I do?
2nd, WRs. I have Bowe (Questionable), Ward, Manningham, and Walter. I can only start 3. Which ones? Thanks for the advice Mr. Guru.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:10 pm
On the running backs, I think it's pretty easy. You go with Choice, Portis, and White.
Reports broke yesterday that Choice will get the majority of the work for the Cowboys this weekend, so Barber clearly is not 100%. And Beanie Wells had 2 carries for -2 yards last week and is a fumble machine. Hang onto him for a couple more weeks, but he could be someone you drop if he can't get his act together.
WRs I think are pretty simple, mainly because of Bowe's injury. Ward, Manningham, and Walter are all healthy and producing…Bowe is injured, on a terrible offense, and playing the Giants. Sit him with confidence.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:15 pm
On the running backs, I think it's pretty easy.
You go with Choice, Portis, and White. Reports broke yesterday that Choice will get the majority of the work for the Cowboys this weekend, so Barber clearly is not 100%. And Beanie Wells had 2 carries for -2 yards last week and is a fumble machine. Hang onto him for a couple more weeks, but he could be someone you drop if he can't get his act together.
WRs I think are pretty simple, mainly because of Bowe's injury. Ward, Manningham, and Walter are all healthy and producing…Bowe is injured, on a terrible offense, and playing the Giants. Sit him with confidence.
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What's up with Wes Welker?
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 4th, 2009 at 2:38 pm
Good question. Just tweeted about this (http://www.twitter.com/JerodMSF)
Sal Pal just said on ESPN that Wes Welker should play today. He's officially a GT decision, but he practiced all week and the Patriots need him to help combat the Ravens' blitz. Continue to track it, but I'd start him.
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Would you play McFadden or J. Harrison this week
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jerod, thanks so much for your excellent advice on starting ochocinco and sims-walker. i'm wondering if i should pick up lesean mccoy and use him to replace leon washington on my bench. right now my 2 RB are moreno and buckhalter. i;m preparing early for the week 7 bye.
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JerodMSF Reply:
October 5th, 2009 at 2:22 pm
I would rather have McCoy on my roster than Washington for the balance of the season, but if you're looking for help immediately, Washington could have more value. He will probably get more touches than McCoy over the next few weeks if Brian Westbrook is healthy. That said, I still expect McCoy to rotate with Westbrook a reasonable amount…and if Westbrook gets hurt again, McCoy becomes a stud.
That said, the Jets play Oakland in Week 7, which could be a good game for Washington. It's too early to tell what McCoy's role could be for that game.
If I were you, I'd take McCoy over Washington…but just know that if Westbrook is healthy, Washington is probably the better play in Week 7.
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