Quarterback
MVP: Lamar Jackson (Ravens)
Jackson's MVP campaign received another huge boost this weekend as he absolutely eviscerated the Bengals sad defense for 223 YDS and 3 TD's through the air and another 65 YDS and a TD on the ground. A potentially incredible young QB duel with fellow MVP candidate Deshaun Watson is up next for the Ravens electric playmaker.
Honorable Mentions: Daniel Jones (Giants), Patrick Mahomes (Chiefs), Kyler Murray (Cardinals)
LVP: Drew Brees (Saints)
Brees put together an inexplicably pedestrian game (287 YDS/0 TD/0 turnovers) against the Falcons dumpster fire of a defense as the Saints somehow managed to get smoked at home to a team that hadn't won since Week 2. He'll look to redeem himself this Sunday against a similarly terrible Bucs pass D.
Dishonorable Mentions: Aaron Rodgers (Packers), Jared Goff (Rams), Jimmy Garoppolo (49ers)
Running Back
MVP: Derrick Henry (Titans)
By bullying the Chiefs soft run D for 188 YDS and 2 TD's on 23 carries, Mr. Henry played a key part in allowing the Titans to pull off a huge upset win. Henry has managed to be a top 5 fantasy running back despite his general lack of contributions in the passing game, which is a truly remarkable feat in the modern NFL where throwback bellcows typically only serve as respectable RB2 options at best. He'll look to finish strong against a pretty tough slate (Saints, Jaguars, Texans, Raiders, Colts) once the Titans return from bye in Week 12.
Honorable Mentions: Aaron Jones (Packers), Dalvin Cook (Vikings), Christian McCaffery (Panthers)
LVP: Saquon Barkley (Giants)
Pat Shurmur confirmed the obvious postgame: Barkley was playing hurt against the Jets on Sunday. The sophomore back looked stiff and slow all afternoon as he racked up a paltry 31 YDS (1 rushing, 30 receiving) on 18 touches. With the Giants season all but officially over as they enter their Week 11 bye at 2-8, there's a distinct possibility that they end up shutting him down for the year.
Dishonorable Mentions: David Johnson (Cardinals), Devin Singletary (Bills), Jaylen Samuels (Steelers)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Christian Kirk (Cardinals)
Leave it to the Buccaneers secondary to remind fantasy players of Kirk's ridiculous potential. The Texas A&M speedster was making huge plays all over Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, registering 138 YDS and 3 TD's on just 6 receptions. He'll likely come back down to earth when the Cardinals square off against the 49ers tough secondary for the 2nd time in 3 weeks, but he'll be an intriguing WR3/FLEX play during the stretch run.
Honorable Mentions: Tyreek Hill (Chiefs), Amari Cooper (Cowboys), Golden Tate (Giants)
LVP: Cooper Kupp (Rams)
Kupp was due to stumble at some point after such an unbelievable 1st half of the season. However, putting up a donut in a game where Brandin Cooks was inactive is a true shock. While I'm still legitimately baffled by how the hell this happened, I think Kupp will mimic Mike Evans and make up for this unexpected disappearing act with a fireworks show against the Bears this Sunday night.
Dishonorable Mentions: Tyler Lockett (Seahawks), Tyrell Williams (Raiders), Robby Anderson (Jets)
Tight End
MVP: Mark Andrews (Ravens)
There are few better "get right" spots as a skill position player than a matchup with the Bengals and Andrews took advantage of that golden opportunity to bust his mini-slump by hanging 53 YDS and 2 TD's on the league's last remaining winless team. Andrews has another plus matchup against the Texans below average passing defense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Kyle Rudolph (Vikings), Travis Kelce (Chiefs), O.J. Howard (Buccaneers)
LVP: Vance McDonald (Steelers)
Despite Mason Rudolph putting together a respectable performance against a tough Rams defense, McDonald struggled to contribute-managing just 3 receptions for 11 YDS and 1 carry for 2 YDS on the day. McDonald will remain a volatile play with a game manager like Rudolph under center, but his decent weekly ceiling makes him worth rostering, if not starting in deeper leagues.
Dishonorable Mentions: Jason Witten (Cowboys), Mike Gesicki (Dolphins), Jonnu Smith (Titans)
Defense/Special Teams
MVP: Steelers
The hype the Patriots and 49ers defenses have generated has unfairly forced the Steelers dominance to fly under the radar. Their latest excellent performance, which helped them earn their 4th straight victory and move into the #6 seed in the AFC, against the Rams (4 points allowed, 4 sacks, 3 INT, FUM REC, TD) might've been their most impressive performance to date as they made life miserable for Jared Goff and co. on just about every snap. They have another appetizing matchup against the Browns turnover-prone offense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Ravens, Rams, 49ers
LVP: Saints
Very little of the strong, explosive play that had defined the Saints D since Week 3 was on display last Sunday as they racked up just 1 sack and an INT in a 26-9 loss against the Falcons. While they're not likely to post back-to-back duds, I'm a lot leerier about their chances of crushing the Bucs than I'd normally be.
Dishonorable Mentions: Browns, Giants, Bills
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Wednesday, November 13, 2019
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers (2018 Edition)
Quarterback
MVP: Mitch Trubisky (Bears)
Trubisky turned in his best performance of 2018 so far against a depleted Lions D (355 passing YDS/4 total TD/1 2-PT CNV) in a pretty easy 34-22 victory for the NFC North-leading Bears. While his real life play has been very sloppy at times, Trubisky has been a fantasy monster this season, currently ranking 7th in scoring at the position, ahead of juggernauts including Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady and Andrew Luck. He'll look to keep rolling against a tough Vikings D on Sunday night.
MVP: Mitch Trubisky (Bears)
Trubisky turned in his best performance of 2018 so far against a depleted Lions D (355 passing YDS/4 total TD/1 2-PT CNV) in a pretty easy 34-22 victory for the NFC North-leading Bears. While his real life play has been very sloppy at times, Trubisky has been a fantasy monster this season, currently ranking 7th in scoring at the position, ahead of juggernauts including Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady and Andrew Luck. He'll look to keep rolling against a tough Vikings D on Sunday night.
Honorable Mentions: Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Drew Brees (Saints), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Andy Dalton (Bengals)
Shocking development: Dalton put together a steaming turd of a performance in a creampuff matchup. While A.J. Green's absence had an undeniably detrimental effect on the overall flow of offense, finishing a home matchup against the Saints sieve of a secondary with just 153 YDS, 1 TD and 2 INT is simply baffling and appalling. The Bengals have a road tilt with the Ravens coming up in Week 11, so you can definitely keep the Red Rifle locked up in a safe where he belongs.
Shocking development: Dalton put together a steaming turd of a performance in a creampuff matchup. While A.J. Green's absence had an undeniably detrimental effect on the overall flow of offense, finishing a home matchup against the Saints sieve of a secondary with just 153 YDS, 1 TD and 2 INT is simply baffling and appalling. The Bengals have a road tilt with the Ravens coming up in Week 11, so you can definitely keep the Red Rifle locked up in a safe where he belongs.
Dishonorable Mentions: Tom Brady (Patriots), Phillip Rivers (Chargers) Alex Smith (Redskins)
Running Back
MVP: Nick Chubb (Browns)
It's miraculous what happens when you give your promising rookie running back more than 3 touches per game. The guy who former head coach Hue Jackson mostly forgot was on the depth chart until Carlos Hyde got traded to the Jaguars in mid-October posted an impressive 209 YDS from scrimmage and 2 TD's on 23 touches in interim coach Gregg Williams' 2nd game at the helm. Chubb will flirt with weekly RB1 status when the Browns return to action against the Bengals a week from Sunday.
It's miraculous what happens when you give your promising rookie running back more than 3 touches per game. The guy who former head coach Hue Jackson mostly forgot was on the depth chart until Carlos Hyde got traded to the Jaguars in mid-October posted an impressive 209 YDS from scrimmage and 2 TD's on 23 touches in interim coach Gregg Williams' 2nd game at the helm. Chubb will flirt with weekly RB1 status when the Browns return to action against the Bengals a week from Sunday.
Honorable Mentions: Christian McCaffery (Panthers), Ezekiel Elliott (Cowboys), David Johnson (Cardinals)
LVP: James White (Patriots)
Even beacons of consistency like White fail to deliver from time to time. The Patriots best offensive player by a mile so far this season was a complete non-factor against the Titans, registering just 26 YDS (31 receiving, -5 rushing) on 6 touches in an uncharacteristically ugly, non-September loss for Bill Belichick's squad. I'd be very surprised if White didn't have his mojo back by the time the Pats kick off their favorable late season schedule against the Jets in Week 12.
Even beacons of consistency like White fail to deliver from time to time. The Patriots best offensive player by a mile so far this season was a complete non-factor against the Titans, registering just 26 YDS (31 receiving, -5 rushing) on 6 touches in an uncharacteristically ugly, non-September loss for Bill Belichick's squad. I'd be very surprised if White didn't have his mojo back by the time the Pats kick off their favorable late season schedule against the Jets in Week 12.
Dishonorable Mentions: Jordan Howard (Bears), Sony Michel (Patriots), Austin Ekeler (Chargers)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Tyreek Hill (Chiefs)
After a couple of relatively quiet games in a row, Hill was back to embarrassing defenses in Week 11. The Chiefs speedster finished Sunday afternoon's contest against the lowly Cardinals with 7 REC/117 YDS/2 TD's and a 20-YD run on a jet sweep. Hill has a good chance of eating good this Monday night against the Rams poor secondary.
After a couple of relatively quiet games in a row, Hill was back to embarrassing defenses in Week 11. The Chiefs speedster finished Sunday afternoon's contest against the lowly Cardinals with 7 REC/117 YDS/2 TD's and a 20-YD run on a jet sweep. Hill has a good chance of eating good this Monday night against the Rams poor secondary.
Honorable Mentions: Allen Robinson (Bears), Odell Beckham Jr. (Giants), Michael Thomas (Saints)
LVP: Jarvis Landry (Browns)
The Browns offense was rolling on Sunday afternoon versus the Falcons with rookies Baker Mayfield and Nick Chubb turning in huge performances. Jarvis Landry, however, was left out of the party, finishing the day with just 2 catches for 22 YDS. Juice has been thoroughly disappointing for most of 2018 and should be considered nothing more than a volume-dependent WR3 the rest of the way.
The Browns offense was rolling on Sunday afternoon versus the Falcons with rookies Baker Mayfield and Nick Chubb turning in huge performances. Jarvis Landry, however, was left out of the party, finishing the day with just 2 catches for 22 YDS. Juice has been thoroughly disappointing for most of 2018 and should be considered nothing more than a volume-dependent WR3 the rest of the way.
Dishonorable Mentions: Golden Tate (Eagles), Devin Funchess (Panthers), Christian Kirk (Cardinals)
Tight End
MVP: Zach Ertz (Eagles)
Sunday night was very ugly for the Eagles as they lost at home to a Cowboys team that had been abysmal on the road prior to this game (0-4 with a -25 point differential). The lone bright spot for the defending Super Bowl Champs was Ertz, who posted a monstrous 14 catches for 145 YDS and 2 TD's, in the crushing defeat. With a matchup against the Saints on the horizon, look for Ertz to easily top the Week 11 TE projections.
Sunday night was very ugly for the Eagles as they lost at home to a Cowboys team that had been abysmal on the road prior to this game (0-4 with a -25 point differential). The lone bright spot for the defending Super Bowl Champs was Ertz, who posted a monstrous 14 catches for 145 YDS and 2 TD's, in the crushing defeat. With a matchup against the Saints on the horizon, look for Ertz to easily top the Week 11 TE projections.
Honorable Mentions: Eric Ebron (Colts), Austin Hooper (Falcons), Vance McDonald (Steelers)
LVP: Jimmy Graham (Packers)
In a truly shocking development for this powerhouse position, a lot of tight end's underwhelmed with single catch, 5-20 YD performances this week. Of that stellar bunch, Graham's 1 REC/14 YD line was the most disappointing because it came against a poor Dolphins defense that allowed 5 TD's to TE's in their previous 4 games.
In a truly shocking development for this powerhouse position, a lot of tight end's underwhelmed with single catch, 5-20 YD performances this week. Of that stellar bunch, Graham's 1 REC/14 YD line was the most disappointing because it came against a poor Dolphins defense that allowed 5 TD's to TE's in their previous 4 games.
Dishonorable Mentions: Benjamin Watson (Saints), O.J. Howard (Buccaneers), David Njoku (Browns)
Defense/Special Teams
MVP: Redskins
The Redskins ability to slow down a Bucs offense that was moving the ball freely (they finished the afternoon with 503 YDS of total offense) and force takeaways in the redzone turned a potentially ugly fantasy performance into a terrific one. Greg Manusky's troops mustered 2 INT's, 2 FUM REC's and 2 sacks in a 16-3 victory over a Tampa Bay team that makes less and less sense by the week. They'll face a much stiffer test against a redhot Texans squad this Sunday.
The Redskins ability to slow down a Bucs offense that was moving the ball freely (they finished the afternoon with 503 YDS of total offense) and force takeaways in the redzone turned a potentially ugly fantasy performance into a terrific one. Greg Manusky's troops mustered 2 INT's, 2 FUM REC's and 2 sacks in a 16-3 victory over a Tampa Bay team that makes less and less sense by the week. They'll face a much stiffer test against a redhot Texans squad this Sunday.
Honorable Mentions: Steelers, Packers, Chargers
LVP: Jets
Leave it to the Jets to be the jabronis that get dominated by the bumbling turnover machine that is the Bills offense. Matt Barkley, who hadn't appeared in a regular season NFL game since 2016, led Buffalo to a hilarious 41-10 victory at the Medowlands on Sunday in which the Jets failed to take the ball away and only registered 1 sack. While there's definitely some promising talent on this group (particularly sophomore safety Jamal Adams), this colossal flop proved that they're not a viable fantasy option at the moment.
Leave it to the Jets to be the jabronis that get dominated by the bumbling turnover machine that is the Bills offense. Matt Barkley, who hadn't appeared in a regular season NFL game since 2016, led Buffalo to a hilarious 41-10 victory at the Medowlands on Sunday in which the Jets failed to take the ball away and only registered 1 sack. While there's definitely some promising talent on this group (particularly sophomore safety Jamal Adams), this colossal flop proved that they're not a viable fantasy option at the moment.
Dishonorable Mentions: Patriots, 49ers, Jaguars
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers
Quarterback
MVP: Cam Newton (Panthers)
Anyone that was courageous enough to throw Cam Newton into their lineups was rewarded with a vintage monster performance by the Panthers starting QB. Newton displayed a level of dual-threat dominance that has pretty much alluded him since he won MVP in 2015 by gouging the Dolphins sputtering defense for 349 total YDS (254 passing, 95 rushing) and 4 TD's through the air. 2017 has been a rollercoaster ride for Newton and there's nothing to suggest that's going to change when the Panthers return from bye in Week 12.
Honorable Mentions: Kirk Cousins (Redskins), Jared Goff (Rams), Case Keenum (Vikings)
MVP: Cam Newton (Panthers)
Anyone that was courageous enough to throw Cam Newton into their lineups was rewarded with a vintage monster performance by the Panthers starting QB. Newton displayed a level of dual-threat dominance that has pretty much alluded him since he won MVP in 2015 by gouging the Dolphins sputtering defense for 349 total YDS (254 passing, 95 rushing) and 4 TD's through the air. 2017 has been a rollercoaster ride for Newton and there's nothing to suggest that's going to change when the Panthers return from bye in Week 12.
Honorable Mentions: Kirk Cousins (Redskins), Jared Goff (Rams), Case Keenum (Vikings)
LVP: Tyrod Taylor (Bills)
One of fantasy's most steady, reliable QB options imploded in a big way in Week 10. Tyrod Taylor couldn't get anything going against the Saints defense, picking up a laughable 83 total yards (56 passing, 27 rushing), 0 TD and throwing a rare INT (3rd on the year and 1st since Week 5). Taylor will be a so-so play for the Bills Week 11 matchup versus the Chargers underrated secondary.
One of fantasy's most steady, reliable QB options imploded in a big way in Week 10. Tyrod Taylor couldn't get anything going against the Saints defense, picking up a laughable 83 total yards (56 passing, 27 rushing), 0 TD and throwing a rare INT (3rd on the year and 1st since Week 5). Taylor will be a so-so play for the Bills Week 11 matchup versus the Chargers underrated secondary.
Dishonorable Mentions: Josh McCown (Jets), Dak Prescott (Cowboys), Drew Brees (Saints)
Running Back
MVP: Mark Ingram (Saints)
Despite being held without a catch for the 1st time this season, Mark Ingram managed to post his best fantasy line of the season in Week 10. The Saints lead back slashed through the Bills rapidly-crumbling defense with ease, picking up 131 YDS and 3 TD's on 21 carries. Ingram has been getting consistent work out of the backfield since Adrian Peterson got traded last month and should remain a solid RB1 as long as Sean Payton keeps rolling with a run-heavy attack.
Despite being held without a catch for the 1st time this season, Mark Ingram managed to post his best fantasy line of the season in Week 10. The Saints lead back slashed through the Bills rapidly-crumbling defense with ease, picking up 131 YDS and 3 TD's on 21 carries. Ingram has been getting consistent work out of the backfield since Adrian Peterson got traded last month and should remain a solid RB1 as long as Sean Payton keeps rolling with a run-heavy attack.
Honorable Mentions: DeMarco Murray (Titans), Alvin Kamara (Saints), Christian McCaffery (Panthers)
LVP: Leonard Fournette (Jaguars)
Leonard Fournette returned to the field after a 2-week absence with a resounding thud. The highly-touted rookie running back struggled mightily (33 YDS on 17 CAR) against the Chargers lowly run defense on an afternoon where the Jags strong play on defense and special teams once again led them to victory. Guaranteed volume will keep Fournette on the RB1 radar for this week's matchup against the Browns 3rd-ranked rush defense.
Leonard Fournette returned to the field after a 2-week absence with a resounding thud. The highly-touted rookie running back struggled mightily (33 YDS on 17 CAR) against the Chargers lowly run defense on an afternoon where the Jags strong play on defense and special teams once again led them to victory. Guaranteed volume will keep Fournette on the RB1 radar for this week's matchup against the Browns 3rd-ranked rush defense.
Dishonorable Mentions: Bilal Powell (Jets), Melvin Gordon (Chargers), Jordan Howard (Bears)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Robert Woods (Rams)
Robert Woods mania continues to take over Los Angeles. Woods followed up his strong 2 TD outing against the Giants in Week 9 with an absolutely exceptional performance (8 REC, 171 YDS, 2 TD) versus the Texans injury-depleted defense. While he won't continue to put up ridiculous lines like this on a weekly basis, Woods is easily the most reliable receiver on the upstart Rams offense and should be locked into fantasy lineups any time he isn't facing an elite pass defense.
Robert Woods mania continues to take over Los Angeles. Woods followed up his strong 2 TD outing against the Giants in Week 9 with an absolutely exceptional performance (8 REC, 171 YDS, 2 TD) versus the Texans injury-depleted defense. While he won't continue to put up ridiculous lines like this on a weekly basis, Woods is easily the most reliable receiver on the upstart Rams offense and should be locked into fantasy lineups any time he isn't facing an elite pass defense.
Honorable Mentions: Adam Thielen (Vikings), Devin Funchess (Panthers), A.J. Green (Bengals)
LVP: Antonio Brown (Steelers)
Antonio Brown's consistent production over the past 5 seasons has elevated him to a higher standard in fantasy football than any other receiver in the league and he simply didn't live up to that this week. Despite being blessed with a prime matchup against the Colts league-worst pass defense, Brown managed just 3 receptions for 47 YDS in yet another ugly win for the Black and Yellow. AB has a prime chance to redeem himself this Thursday night against a vulnerable Titans secondary in the friendly confines of Heinz Field.
Antonio Brown's consistent production over the past 5 seasons has elevated him to a higher standard in fantasy football than any other receiver in the league and he simply didn't live up to that this week. Despite being blessed with a prime matchup against the Colts league-worst pass defense, Brown managed just 3 receptions for 47 YDS in yet another ugly win for the Black and Yellow. AB has a prime chance to redeem himself this Thursday night against a vulnerable Titans secondary in the friendly confines of Heinz Field.
Dishonorable Mentions: Dez Bryant (Cowboys), Marvin Jones Jr. (Lions), T.Y Hilton (Colts)
Tight End
MVP: Jimmy Graham (Seahawks)
This is a classic case of someone TD-vulturing their way to the top of the fantasy leaderboards. A pair of redzone scores salvaged Jimmy Graham's pedestrian statline (6 REC, 27 YDS) and helped the Seahawks secure a relatively easy win versus the geriatric Cardinals. Graham has put his early season struggles behind him by finding the endzone 6 times in his last 5 games and will remain an uncontested starting option at the paper-thin TE position as the fantasy playoff race intensifies.
This is a classic case of someone TD-vulturing their way to the top of the fantasy leaderboards. A pair of redzone scores salvaged Jimmy Graham's pedestrian statline (6 REC, 27 YDS) and helped the Seahawks secure a relatively easy win versus the geriatric Cardinals. Graham has put his early season struggles behind him by finding the endzone 6 times in his last 5 games and will remain an uncontested starting option at the paper-thin TE position as the fantasy playoff race intensifies.
Honorable Mentions: Austin Hooper (Falcons), Eric Ebron (Lions), Evan Engram (Giants)
LVP: Cameron Brate (Buccaneers)
Like everybody else on the Bucs not named Chris Godwin and DeSean Jackson, Ryan Fitzpatrick's struggles destroyed Cameron Brate's chances of thriving this week. Brate failed to take advantage of Mike Evans' absence by hauling in just 1 catch for 10 YDS in a solid matchup versus the Jets on Sunday afternoon. Despite posting back-to-back duds and having to deal with the always erratic Fitzmagic under center, Brate will be worth starting in Week 11 against the Dolphins struggling defense.
Like everybody else on the Bucs not named Chris Godwin and DeSean Jackson, Ryan Fitzpatrick's struggles destroyed Cameron Brate's chances of thriving this week. Brate failed to take advantage of Mike Evans' absence by hauling in just 1 catch for 10 YDS in a solid matchup versus the Jets on Sunday afternoon. Despite posting back-to-back duds and having to deal with the always erratic Fitzmagic under center, Brate will be worth starting in Week 11 against the Dolphins struggling defense.
Dishonorable Mentions: Jack Doyle (Colts), Hunter Henry (Chargers), Tyler Kroft (Bengals)
Defense/Special Teams
MVP: Los Angeles Rams
Tom Savage is the gift that keeps on giving for opposing defenses. The Rams D scooped up 3 sacks and 4 takeaways (2 INT's, 2 fumble recoveries) in an easy 32-7 win over the Savage-led Texans. Wade Phillips' troops will face a much stiffer test in Week 11 when they hit the road to face a Vikings squad that has allowed the 4th least fantasy points to opposing defenses this season.
Tom Savage is the gift that keeps on giving for opposing defenses. The Rams D scooped up 3 sacks and 4 takeaways (2 INT's, 2 fumble recoveries) in an easy 32-7 win over the Savage-led Texans. Wade Phillips' troops will face a much stiffer test in Week 11 when they hit the road to face a Vikings squad that has allowed the 4th least fantasy points to opposing defenses this season.
Honorable Mentions: Detroit Lions, New England Patriots, Seattle Seahawks
LVP: Minnesota Vikings
I don't what the hell happened to the Vikings defense on Sunday. The Norsemen only managed 1 sack, an INT and surrendered 30 points to a Redskins offense that was missing 4 of their 5 starting offensive lineman for the 2nd consecutive week. This often underwhelming fantasy defense should be benched against the Rams turnover-and-sack averse offense this week.
I don't what the hell happened to the Vikings defense on Sunday. The Norsemen only managed 1 sack, an INT and surrendered 30 points to a Redskins offense that was missing 4 of their 5 starting offensive lineman for the 2nd consecutive week. This often underwhelming fantasy defense should be benched against the Rams turnover-and-sack averse offense this week.
Dishonorable Mentions: Buffalo Bills, Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears
Tuesday, November 15, 2016
Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers
Quarterback
MVP: Aaron Rodgers (Packers)
While it was a painful afternoon for the suddenly-incompetent Packers against the suddenly-respectable Titans, Aaron Rodgers still delivered for his fantasy owners. The Packers signal-caller took full advantage of garbage time to put up 399 total yards (371 passing, 27 rushing) and 3 TD's (2 passing, 1 rushing) in one of the most embarrassing losses in recent history for the Cheeseheads. He may be in the middle of one of the worst seasons of his 12-year career, but Rodgers is still a matchup-proof QB1 for fantasy purposes.
Honorable Mentions: Marcus Mariota (Titans), Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Tom Brady (Patriots)
I'll admit that this isn't exactly a fair pick because of the matchup, but no other prominent QB put up a weaker performance than Tom Brady did in Week 10. Brady look like a mere mortal for the first time since returning from his Deflategate suspension in Week 5, picking up 316 YDS, 0 TD and an INT against the Seahawks aggressive defense. Brady is highly unlikely to falter again in Week 11 as he returns to his hometown to take on the pathetic 49ers.
Dishonorable Mentions: Matt Ryan (Falcons), Andy Dalton (Bengals), Carson Wentz (Eagles)
Running Back
MVP: Ezekiel Elliott (Cowboys)
Ezekiel Elliott just continues to wow. The Cowboys rookie standout put up arguably his finest performance to-date as he carved up the Steelers defense for 209 YDS (114 rushing, 95 receiving) and 3 TD's (2 rushing, 1 receiving) on 23 touches in an exhilarating shootout at Heinz Field on Sunday afternoon. Elliott will look to continue his month-long reign of terror against the Ravens top-ranked rush defense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Ryan Matthews (Eagles), DeMarco Murray (Titans), Le'Veon Bell (Steelers)
LVP: Jonathan Stewart (Panthers)
The recent struggles for Jonathan Stewart (a.k.a. the world's most polarizing fantasy running back) continued in Week 10. Stewart couldn't find any room to run against the Chiefs weak run D, finishing with just 39 yards on 13 carries. Stewart has chance to get back on track this week against a Saints defense that he picked up 85 YDS and 2 TD's against in Week 6.
Dishonorable Mentions: Carlos Hyde (49ers), Mark Ingram (Saints), Tim Hightower (Saints)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Doug Baldwin (Seahawks)
Don't look now, but the late-season, touchdown-vulturing version of Doug Baldwin might be back. Baldwin caught all 3 of Russell Wilson's touchdown passes to beef up an otherwise average statline (6 receptions, 59 yards) in the Seahawks upset win over the Patriots on Sunday night. The Seahawks balanced attack and Wilson's love of spreading the ball around to different receivers will result in underwhelming performances, but Baldwin is still an undeniable WR2 with low-end WR1 upside.
Honorable Mentions: Antonio Brown (Steelers), Allen Robinson (Jaguars), Jordy Nelson (Packers)
LVP: Alshon Jeffrey (Bears)
The funk that Alshon Jeffrey has been in for all of 2016 doesn't seem like it can be broken. Despite being handed a dream matchup against the Buccaneers struggling secondary, Jeffrey couldn't produce, finishing the game with just 4 receptions for 47 yards. Jeffrey was just suspended for the next 4 games after testing positive for a banned substance, so his owners should look to pick up Cameron Meredith or Eddie Royal off of waivers to replace him.
Dishonorable Mentions: Brandon Marshall (Jets), Randall Cobb (Packers), DeAndre Hopkins (Texans)
Tight End
MVP: Delanie Walker (Titans)
Week 10 was Delanie Walker's way of showing how important he is to the functionality of the Titans offense. Walker provided a huge spark to the Titans inconsistent passing attack with a 9 REC/124 YDS/1 TD performance that helped lead his squad to a huge blowout win over the Packers. Walker's favorable late-season schedule and guaranteed weekly flurry of targets makes him a candidate to be a top-3 TE1 come year's end.
Honorable Mentions: Cameron Brate (Buccaneers), Kyle Rudolph (Vikings), Antonio Gates (Chargers)
LVP: Zach Miller (Bears)
There were a lot of victims of Jay Cutler's horrific performance against the Buccaneers, but Zach Miller is arguably at the top of that list. Miller was ignored for most of the day and as a result, he failed to take advantage of a stellar matchup, finishing the afternoon with just 32 yards on 4 receptions. Despite his weak performance in Week 10, Miller is the top candidate to receive an uptick in targets in the wake of Alshon Jeffrey's suspension, and should be viewed as a top-end TE1 for the next 4 weeks.
Dishonorable Mentions: Jordan Reed (Redskins), Travis Kelce (Chiefs), Jimmy Graham (Seahawks)
Defense
MVP: Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens became the latest defense to victimize the poor Cleveland Browns offense. They picked up 4 sacks, 2 INT and a fumble recovery while allowing just 7 points to the NFL's worst team in yet another Thursday Night Football instant classic. The Ravens defense has exceeded their preseason expectations and can now be classified as a solid weekly fantasy option for owners in 12-14 team leagues.
Honorable Mentions: Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans
LVP: Green Bay Packers
The recent problems with the Packers defense escalated to a new level in Week 10. The Titans put up a whopping 47 points and completely avoided turning the ball over against the once-vaunted D on Sunday afternoon. With a tough schedule on the horizon and no end to their struggles in sight, the Packers D can safely be dropped.
Dishonorable Mentions: Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots
MVP: Aaron Rodgers (Packers)
While it was a painful afternoon for the suddenly-incompetent Packers against the suddenly-respectable Titans, Aaron Rodgers still delivered for his fantasy owners. The Packers signal-caller took full advantage of garbage time to put up 399 total yards (371 passing, 27 rushing) and 3 TD's (2 passing, 1 rushing) in one of the most embarrassing losses in recent history for the Cheeseheads. He may be in the middle of one of the worst seasons of his 12-year career, but Rodgers is still a matchup-proof QB1 for fantasy purposes.
Honorable Mentions: Marcus Mariota (Titans), Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Tom Brady (Patriots)
I'll admit that this isn't exactly a fair pick because of the matchup, but no other prominent QB put up a weaker performance than Tom Brady did in Week 10. Brady look like a mere mortal for the first time since returning from his Deflategate suspension in Week 5, picking up 316 YDS, 0 TD and an INT against the Seahawks aggressive defense. Brady is highly unlikely to falter again in Week 11 as he returns to his hometown to take on the pathetic 49ers.
Dishonorable Mentions: Matt Ryan (Falcons), Andy Dalton (Bengals), Carson Wentz (Eagles)
Running Back
MVP: Ezekiel Elliott (Cowboys)
Ezekiel Elliott just continues to wow. The Cowboys rookie standout put up arguably his finest performance to-date as he carved up the Steelers defense for 209 YDS (114 rushing, 95 receiving) and 3 TD's (2 rushing, 1 receiving) on 23 touches in an exhilarating shootout at Heinz Field on Sunday afternoon. Elliott will look to continue his month-long reign of terror against the Ravens top-ranked rush defense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Ryan Matthews (Eagles), DeMarco Murray (Titans), Le'Veon Bell (Steelers)
LVP: Jonathan Stewart (Panthers)
The recent struggles for Jonathan Stewart (a.k.a. the world's most polarizing fantasy running back) continued in Week 10. Stewart couldn't find any room to run against the Chiefs weak run D, finishing with just 39 yards on 13 carries. Stewart has chance to get back on track this week against a Saints defense that he picked up 85 YDS and 2 TD's against in Week 6.
Dishonorable Mentions: Carlos Hyde (49ers), Mark Ingram (Saints), Tim Hightower (Saints)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Doug Baldwin (Seahawks)
Don't look now, but the late-season, touchdown-vulturing version of Doug Baldwin might be back. Baldwin caught all 3 of Russell Wilson's touchdown passes to beef up an otherwise average statline (6 receptions, 59 yards) in the Seahawks upset win over the Patriots on Sunday night. The Seahawks balanced attack and Wilson's love of spreading the ball around to different receivers will result in underwhelming performances, but Baldwin is still an undeniable WR2 with low-end WR1 upside.
Honorable Mentions: Antonio Brown (Steelers), Allen Robinson (Jaguars), Jordy Nelson (Packers)
LVP: Alshon Jeffrey (Bears)
The funk that Alshon Jeffrey has been in for all of 2016 doesn't seem like it can be broken. Despite being handed a dream matchup against the Buccaneers struggling secondary, Jeffrey couldn't produce, finishing the game with just 4 receptions for 47 yards. Jeffrey was just suspended for the next 4 games after testing positive for a banned substance, so his owners should look to pick up Cameron Meredith or Eddie Royal off of waivers to replace him.
Dishonorable Mentions: Brandon Marshall (Jets), Randall Cobb (Packers), DeAndre Hopkins (Texans)
Tight End
MVP: Delanie Walker (Titans)
Week 10 was Delanie Walker's way of showing how important he is to the functionality of the Titans offense. Walker provided a huge spark to the Titans inconsistent passing attack with a 9 REC/124 YDS/1 TD performance that helped lead his squad to a huge blowout win over the Packers. Walker's favorable late-season schedule and guaranteed weekly flurry of targets makes him a candidate to be a top-3 TE1 come year's end.
Honorable Mentions: Cameron Brate (Buccaneers), Kyle Rudolph (Vikings), Antonio Gates (Chargers)
LVP: Zach Miller (Bears)
There were a lot of victims of Jay Cutler's horrific performance against the Buccaneers, but Zach Miller is arguably at the top of that list. Miller was ignored for most of the day and as a result, he failed to take advantage of a stellar matchup, finishing the afternoon with just 32 yards on 4 receptions. Despite his weak performance in Week 10, Miller is the top candidate to receive an uptick in targets in the wake of Alshon Jeffrey's suspension, and should be viewed as a top-end TE1 for the next 4 weeks.
Dishonorable Mentions: Jordan Reed (Redskins), Travis Kelce (Chiefs), Jimmy Graham (Seahawks)
Defense
MVP: Baltimore Ravens
The Ravens became the latest defense to victimize the poor Cleveland Browns offense. They picked up 4 sacks, 2 INT and a fumble recovery while allowing just 7 points to the NFL's worst team in yet another Thursday Night Football instant classic. The Ravens defense has exceeded their preseason expectations and can now be classified as a solid weekly fantasy option for owners in 12-14 team leagues.
Honorable Mentions: Kansas City Chiefs, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans
LVP: Green Bay Packers
The recent problems with the Packers defense escalated to a new level in Week 10. The Titans put up a whopping 47 points and completely avoided turning the ball over against the once-vaunted D on Sunday afternoon. With a tough schedule on the horizon and no end to their struggles in sight, the Packers D can safely be dropped.
Dishonorable Mentions: Dallas Cowboys, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers
Quarterback
MVP: Kirk Cousins (Redskins)
Kirk Cousins became the latest quarterback to victimize the Saints abysmal defense (20-25/324 YDS/4 TD) without even breaking a sweat. Despite trending upwards with 8 TD's and 1 INT in his last 3 starts, Cousins 2015 season has been full of glorious highs and soul-crushing lows, and that type of erratic play makes him a risky play in weeks where he doesn't have a creampuff matchup.
Honorable Mentions: Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Jay Cutler (Bears), Joe Flacco (Ravens)
LVP: Peyton Manning (Broncos)
Peyton Manning may have passed Brett Favre to become the NFL's all-time leader in passing yards during Sunday's game with the Chiefs, but I'm sure he'd like to forget about everything else that happened on the field on November 15th, 2015. Manning played arguably the sloppiest game of his career (5-20/35 YDS/4 INT) and ended up getting pulled for backup Brock Osweiler midway through the 3rd quarter. A slew of both recent and lingering injuries have brought Manning down to earth and forced the future Hall-Of-Famer to finally show his advanced age. Manning's has already been ruled out for Week 11 with a partially torn plantar fascia and unless he's able to make a miraculous turnaround, he won't be viable a fantasy starter whenever he returns.
Dishonorable Mentions: Andy Dalton (Bengals), Drew Brees (Saints), Marcus Mariota (Titans)
Running Back
MVP: Jeremy Langford (Bears)
Even the most optimistic Bears fan couldn't have predicted that Jeremy Langford would play this well in relief of injured superstar running back Matt Forte. Langford did his best Forte impression by crushing the Rams defense in both the rushing and passing game, finishing the afternoon with 182 total yards (73 rushing, 109 receiving) and 2 TD's on 27 touches. As long as Forte is sidelined, Langford's status as a true dual-threat back makes him an excellent RB2 play.
Honorable Mentions: Charcandrick West (Chiefs), Adrian Peterson (Vikings), Matt Jones (Redskins)
LVP: Darren McFadden (Cowboys)
Darren McFadden has been impressive since he surpassed the recently-released Joseph Randle on the depth chart and became the Cowboys starting running back, picking up over 100 yards from scrimmage in all 3 of his starts coming into Week 10. That level of production was nowhere to be found this week as McFadden got stuffed all game long by the Buccaneers middling defense, finishing the day with just 58 total yards (32 rushing, 26 receiving) on 20 touches. Even with this weak performance, McFadden is the undisputed top back on a Cowboys team that is committed to running the football. McFadden should be a borderline RB1 in Week 11 against the Dolphins weak rush defense.
Dishonorable Mentions: DeAngelo Williams (Steelers), Antonio Andrews (Titans), Jeremy Hill (Bengals)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Antonio Brown (Steelers)
Antonio Brown followed up his record-setting day against the Raiders in week 9 with another masterful performance (10 REC, 139 YDS, 2 TD, 1 2-point conversion) against the Browns banged-up secondary in Week 10. Brown's post-bye week schedule is all over the map in terms of matchup difficulty, but he should be locked in as a top-flight WR1 for all of them.
Honorable Mentions: Michael Floyd (Cardinals), Martavis Bryant (Steelers), Brandin Cooks (Saints)
LVP: Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
Dez Bryant took a big step back this week after his impressive performance against the Eagles a week ago. Bryant grossly underperformed against a thoroughly terrible Buccaneers secondary, finishing the day with just 45 yards on 5 catches. Matt Cassel looked Bryant's way early and often-targeting him 12 times on his 29 pass attempts-but Bryant was uncharacteristically sloppy, committing 2 drops and running a ton of poor routes throughout the game. The Cowboys offensive woes should come to an end with Tony Romo returning to the lineup in week 11, but Bryant's lack of burst and inconsistency since returning from his foot injury in week 8 is a bit of a cause for concern. Bryant will be a mid-level WR2 until he returns to full health.
Dishonorable Mentions: A.J. Green (Bengals), Randall Cobb (Packers), Alshon Jeffrey (Bears)
Tight End
MVP: Rob Gronkowski (Patriots)
Shocker of the century: Rob Gronkowski finishes another week at the top of the fantasy tight end rankings. Gronkowski (5 REC/113 YDS/1 TD) was having a relatively quiet game until he snagged a career-long 76-yard touchdown in the 4th quarter that swung the game back into the Patriots direction. Gronkowski continues to play like a man possessed and with Julian Edelman out of the lineup indefinitely with a foot injury, he should be seeing even more targets in the Patriots high-powered offense.
Honorable Mentions: Gary Barnidge (Browns), Jordan Reed (Redskins), Richard Rodgers (Packers)
LVP: Tyler Eifert (Bengals)
Tyler Eifert was one of the primary victims of the horribly inefficient play of Andy Dalton on Monday night, putting up just 26 yards on 3 receptions in the Bengals ugly loss against the Texans. Eifert probably isn't worth starting in Week 11 as he has a brutal matchup against a Cardinals defense that has surrendered the 4th-least fantasy points to tight ends this season.
Dishonorable Mentions: Martellus Bennett (Bears), Travis Kelce (Chiefs), Eric Ebron (Lions)
Defense
MVP: Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs defense took advantage of Peyton Manning's abundance of miscues to have their finest outing of 2015 so far. The Chiefs picked up 5 sacks and INT's and allowed just 13 points to the Broncos in their shocking victory over the current AFC West leaders. The Chiefs are in the midst of a 3-game winning streak and the play of their defense has been one of the catalysts for their recent success. They'll be a great play against the struggling Chargers offense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, Houston Texans
LVP: Denver Broncos
It's not completely fair to give the Broncos D this distinction because their poor performance is almost entirely attributed to Peyton Manning turning the ball over or failing to sustain a drive for any substantial length of time on every possession. Regardless of the cause, the Broncos defense fantasy performance (29 points allowed, 2 sacks, 0 takeaways, 0 TD) was still an undeniable disappointment, especially considering how dominant they've been this season. The Broncos defense has a good shot of returning to form in Week 11 against a Bears offense that is dealing with a ton of injuries on their offensive line.
Dishonorable Mentions: St. Louis Rams, Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals
MVP: Kirk Cousins (Redskins)
Kirk Cousins became the latest quarterback to victimize the Saints abysmal defense (20-25/324 YDS/4 TD) without even breaking a sweat. Despite trending upwards with 8 TD's and 1 INT in his last 3 starts, Cousins 2015 season has been full of glorious highs and soul-crushing lows, and that type of erratic play makes him a risky play in weeks where he doesn't have a creampuff matchup.
Honorable Mentions: Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Jay Cutler (Bears), Joe Flacco (Ravens)
LVP: Peyton Manning (Broncos)
Peyton Manning may have passed Brett Favre to become the NFL's all-time leader in passing yards during Sunday's game with the Chiefs, but I'm sure he'd like to forget about everything else that happened on the field on November 15th, 2015. Manning played arguably the sloppiest game of his career (5-20/35 YDS/4 INT) and ended up getting pulled for backup Brock Osweiler midway through the 3rd quarter. A slew of both recent and lingering injuries have brought Manning down to earth and forced the future Hall-Of-Famer to finally show his advanced age. Manning's has already been ruled out for Week 11 with a partially torn plantar fascia and unless he's able to make a miraculous turnaround, he won't be viable a fantasy starter whenever he returns.
Dishonorable Mentions: Andy Dalton (Bengals), Drew Brees (Saints), Marcus Mariota (Titans)
Running Back
MVP: Jeremy Langford (Bears)
Even the most optimistic Bears fan couldn't have predicted that Jeremy Langford would play this well in relief of injured superstar running back Matt Forte. Langford did his best Forte impression by crushing the Rams defense in both the rushing and passing game, finishing the afternoon with 182 total yards (73 rushing, 109 receiving) and 2 TD's on 27 touches. As long as Forte is sidelined, Langford's status as a true dual-threat back makes him an excellent RB2 play.
Honorable Mentions: Charcandrick West (Chiefs), Adrian Peterson (Vikings), Matt Jones (Redskins)
LVP: Darren McFadden (Cowboys)
Darren McFadden has been impressive since he surpassed the recently-released Joseph Randle on the depth chart and became the Cowboys starting running back, picking up over 100 yards from scrimmage in all 3 of his starts coming into Week 10. That level of production was nowhere to be found this week as McFadden got stuffed all game long by the Buccaneers middling defense, finishing the day with just 58 total yards (32 rushing, 26 receiving) on 20 touches. Even with this weak performance, McFadden is the undisputed top back on a Cowboys team that is committed to running the football. McFadden should be a borderline RB1 in Week 11 against the Dolphins weak rush defense.
Dishonorable Mentions: DeAngelo Williams (Steelers), Antonio Andrews (Titans), Jeremy Hill (Bengals)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Antonio Brown (Steelers)
Antonio Brown followed up his record-setting day against the Raiders in week 9 with another masterful performance (10 REC, 139 YDS, 2 TD, 1 2-point conversion) against the Browns banged-up secondary in Week 10. Brown's post-bye week schedule is all over the map in terms of matchup difficulty, but he should be locked in as a top-flight WR1 for all of them.
Honorable Mentions: Michael Floyd (Cardinals), Martavis Bryant (Steelers), Brandin Cooks (Saints)
LVP: Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
Dez Bryant took a big step back this week after his impressive performance against the Eagles a week ago. Bryant grossly underperformed against a thoroughly terrible Buccaneers secondary, finishing the day with just 45 yards on 5 catches. Matt Cassel looked Bryant's way early and often-targeting him 12 times on his 29 pass attempts-but Bryant was uncharacteristically sloppy, committing 2 drops and running a ton of poor routes throughout the game. The Cowboys offensive woes should come to an end with Tony Romo returning to the lineup in week 11, but Bryant's lack of burst and inconsistency since returning from his foot injury in week 8 is a bit of a cause for concern. Bryant will be a mid-level WR2 until he returns to full health.
Dishonorable Mentions: A.J. Green (Bengals), Randall Cobb (Packers), Alshon Jeffrey (Bears)
Tight End
MVP: Rob Gronkowski (Patriots)
Shocker of the century: Rob Gronkowski finishes another week at the top of the fantasy tight end rankings. Gronkowski (5 REC/113 YDS/1 TD) was having a relatively quiet game until he snagged a career-long 76-yard touchdown in the 4th quarter that swung the game back into the Patriots direction. Gronkowski continues to play like a man possessed and with Julian Edelman out of the lineup indefinitely with a foot injury, he should be seeing even more targets in the Patriots high-powered offense.
Honorable Mentions: Gary Barnidge (Browns), Jordan Reed (Redskins), Richard Rodgers (Packers)
LVP: Tyler Eifert (Bengals)
Tyler Eifert was one of the primary victims of the horribly inefficient play of Andy Dalton on Monday night, putting up just 26 yards on 3 receptions in the Bengals ugly loss against the Texans. Eifert probably isn't worth starting in Week 11 as he has a brutal matchup against a Cardinals defense that has surrendered the 4th-least fantasy points to tight ends this season.
Dishonorable Mentions: Martellus Bennett (Bears), Travis Kelce (Chiefs), Eric Ebron (Lions)
Defense
MVP: Kansas City Chiefs
The Chiefs defense took advantage of Peyton Manning's abundance of miscues to have their finest outing of 2015 so far. The Chiefs picked up 5 sacks and INT's and allowed just 13 points to the Broncos in their shocking victory over the current AFC West leaders. The Chiefs are in the midst of a 3-game winning streak and the play of their defense has been one of the catalysts for their recent success. They'll be a great play against the struggling Chargers offense in Week 11.
Honorable Mentions: Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers, Houston Texans
LVP: Denver Broncos
It's not completely fair to give the Broncos D this distinction because their poor performance is almost entirely attributed to Peyton Manning turning the ball over or failing to sustain a drive for any substantial length of time on every possession. Regardless of the cause, the Broncos defense fantasy performance (29 points allowed, 2 sacks, 0 takeaways, 0 TD) was still an undeniable disappointment, especially considering how dominant they've been this season. The Broncos defense has a good shot of returning to form in Week 11 against a Bears offense that is dealing with a ton of injuries on their offensive line.
Dishonorable Mentions: St. Louis Rams, Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
2014 Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers
Quarterback
MVP: Aaron Rodgers (Packers)
The only thing more satisfying than throwing 6 TD's in a game, is throwing 6 TD's against your arch rival. Aaron Rodgers got to experience that feeling of nirvana on Sunday night as he carved up the abysmal Bears defense in primetime on Sunday. The devastation probably could've been worse, but Rodgers was pulled from the game after the first series of the second half. Rodgers is in inhuman form right now and he has another chance to go off this week against a terrible Eagles secondary at the friendly confines of Lambeau Field.
Honorable Mentions: Peyton Manning (Broncos), Tony Romo (Cowboys), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Andy Dalton (Bengals)
I'm not going to lie, I'm picking Andy Dalton over Colin Kaepernick and Ben Roethlisberger for the worst QB play of the week because he screwed over one of my teams this week. Dalton had the single worst game of his career on Thursday night (86 yards, 0 TD's, 3 INT's, 2.0 passer rating) against the Browns. Dalton had next to no zip on the ball and was consistently inaccurate for the duration of the game. The Browns have a good secondary and haven't allowed a lot of fantasy points to quarterbacks, but that still doesn't excuse just how woefully horrible Dalton was in this game. Dalton is only a desperation start for extremely brave owners for the rest of 2014.
Dishonorable Mentions: Colin Kaepernick (49ers), Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Cam Newton (Panthers)
Running Back
MVP: Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks)
You see what happens when the Seahawks let Marshawn Lynch run free? Beast Mode was back in full force this week as the Seahawks took on the Giants on Sunday afternoon. Lynch made the most of his 22 carries, picking up 140 yards and 4 TD's on the day. Lynch is about as deadly of a running back as there is in the NFL and if the Seahawks continue to give him the ball at a high rate, he'll be a top-flight RB1.
Honorable Mentions: Justin Forsett (Ravens), Jammal Charles (Chiefs), Eddie Lacy (Packers)
LVP: Jeremy Hill (Bengals)
What a difference a week makes. A week after his breakout performance against the Jaguars, Jeremy Hill was all but completely silenced in Week 10 against the Browns. Hill got a measly 13 touches (12 carries, 1 reception) for 61 yards and lost an ugly fumble in the second quarter. Hill fell victim to the Bengals terrible offensive performance and total abandonment of the run once the second half rolled around, but considering the quality of the matchup and absence of Giovani Bernard from the lineup, this performance is still a major disappointment.
Dishonorable Mentions: Lamar Miller (Dolphins), Ronnie Hillman (Broncos), Matt Forte (Bears)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
No one was happier to have Tony Romo return to the lineup than Dez Bryant. Bryant bounced back big time from his terrible performance against the Cardinals in Week 9 with Brandon Weeden under center with a 158-yard, 2 TD performance against the Jaguars on Sunday in London. Bryant will have more off-weeks than your typical WR1, but when he's on, there's few that can come close to matching his production.
Honorable Mentions: Jordy Nelson (Packers), Martavis Bryant (Steelers), Emmanuel Sanders (Broncos)
LVP: A.J. Green (Bengals)
A.J. Green was yet another victim of Andy Dalton's abysmal performance against the Browns. Green finished with just 3 receptions for 23 yards on the evening. If its any constellation for this terrible performance, Green looked 100% healthy in this game and should be back to his WR1 form once Dalton gets back on track.
Dishonorable Mentions: Sammy Watkins (Bills), Steve Smith (Ravens), Jeremy Maclin (Eagles)
Tight End
MVP: Jimmy Graham (Saints)
Week 10 marked the first time all season where Jimmy Graham has looked truly unstoppable. Graham looked like the 2013 version of himself as he picked up 76 yards and 2 TD's on 10 receptions against the 49ers on Sunday. Graham's day would've been even better if he didn't get flagged for pass interference on what would've been his 3rd TD at the end of regulation. With Graham appearing to be back in top form, he should be in line for a dominant run down the stretch.
Honorable Mentions: Julius Thomas (Broncos), Jared Cook (Rams), Mychal Rivera (Raiders)
LVP: Larry Donnell (Giants)
Oh Larry Donnell, how you continue to disappoint. Donnell failed to take advantage of a banged-up Seahawks linebacking group and finished the game with just 26 yards on 4 receptions. Donnell is simply not the great fantasy option he appeared to be in the early stages of the season. Even with his typically lackluster production, Donnell is still a low-end TE1 due to the sheer amount of targets he gets and his ability to get in the endzone at any given time.
Dishonorable Mentions: Owen Daniels (Ravens), Heath Miller (Steelers), Vernon Davis (49ers)
Defense
MVP: Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles defense is just stupid this season. After a couple of slow weeks in a row, The Eagles D came alive once against in Week 10 as they suffocated the Panthers for 60 minutes. The Eagles put up absurd numbers across the board finishing the game with 9 sacks, 3 INT's, 2 fumble recoveries, a kick return touchdown and a defensive touchdown. The Eagles are not going to be without their down weeks, but when they're on, they are a top 5 fantasy defense.
Honorable Mentions: Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals
LVP: Pittsburgh Steelers
This was a difficult week to find a worst fantasy defense because no defense with a good matchup grossly under-performed. That being said, it's hard to deny that the Steelers put up the weakest performance of the week. The Steelers picked up 4 sacks and zero takeaways against a Jets squad that has been turning the ball over at an alarming rate this season. The Steelers are a banged-up unit that doesn't take the ball away very often, so they're aren't exactly the most valuable fantasy defense at the moment.
Dishonorable Mentions: Carolina Panthers, Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos
MVP: Aaron Rodgers (Packers)
The only thing more satisfying than throwing 6 TD's in a game, is throwing 6 TD's against your arch rival. Aaron Rodgers got to experience that feeling of nirvana on Sunday night as he carved up the abysmal Bears defense in primetime on Sunday. The devastation probably could've been worse, but Rodgers was pulled from the game after the first series of the second half. Rodgers is in inhuman form right now and he has another chance to go off this week against a terrible Eagles secondary at the friendly confines of Lambeau Field.
Honorable Mentions: Peyton Manning (Broncos), Tony Romo (Cowboys), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Andy Dalton (Bengals)
I'm not going to lie, I'm picking Andy Dalton over Colin Kaepernick and Ben Roethlisberger for the worst QB play of the week because he screwed over one of my teams this week. Dalton had the single worst game of his career on Thursday night (86 yards, 0 TD's, 3 INT's, 2.0 passer rating) against the Browns. Dalton had next to no zip on the ball and was consistently inaccurate for the duration of the game. The Browns have a good secondary and haven't allowed a lot of fantasy points to quarterbacks, but that still doesn't excuse just how woefully horrible Dalton was in this game. Dalton is only a desperation start for extremely brave owners for the rest of 2014.
Dishonorable Mentions: Colin Kaepernick (49ers), Ben Roethlisberger (Steelers), Cam Newton (Panthers)
Running Back
MVP: Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks)
You see what happens when the Seahawks let Marshawn Lynch run free? Beast Mode was back in full force this week as the Seahawks took on the Giants on Sunday afternoon. Lynch made the most of his 22 carries, picking up 140 yards and 4 TD's on the day. Lynch is about as deadly of a running back as there is in the NFL and if the Seahawks continue to give him the ball at a high rate, he'll be a top-flight RB1.
Honorable Mentions: Justin Forsett (Ravens), Jammal Charles (Chiefs), Eddie Lacy (Packers)
LVP: Jeremy Hill (Bengals)
What a difference a week makes. A week after his breakout performance against the Jaguars, Jeremy Hill was all but completely silenced in Week 10 against the Browns. Hill got a measly 13 touches (12 carries, 1 reception) for 61 yards and lost an ugly fumble in the second quarter. Hill fell victim to the Bengals terrible offensive performance and total abandonment of the run once the second half rolled around, but considering the quality of the matchup and absence of Giovani Bernard from the lineup, this performance is still a major disappointment.
Dishonorable Mentions: Lamar Miller (Dolphins), Ronnie Hillman (Broncos), Matt Forte (Bears)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
No one was happier to have Tony Romo return to the lineup than Dez Bryant. Bryant bounced back big time from his terrible performance against the Cardinals in Week 9 with Brandon Weeden under center with a 158-yard, 2 TD performance against the Jaguars on Sunday in London. Bryant will have more off-weeks than your typical WR1, but when he's on, there's few that can come close to matching his production.
Honorable Mentions: Jordy Nelson (Packers), Martavis Bryant (Steelers), Emmanuel Sanders (Broncos)
LVP: A.J. Green (Bengals)
A.J. Green was yet another victim of Andy Dalton's abysmal performance against the Browns. Green finished with just 3 receptions for 23 yards on the evening. If its any constellation for this terrible performance, Green looked 100% healthy in this game and should be back to his WR1 form once Dalton gets back on track.
Dishonorable Mentions: Sammy Watkins (Bills), Steve Smith (Ravens), Jeremy Maclin (Eagles)
Tight End
MVP: Jimmy Graham (Saints)
Week 10 marked the first time all season where Jimmy Graham has looked truly unstoppable. Graham looked like the 2013 version of himself as he picked up 76 yards and 2 TD's on 10 receptions against the 49ers on Sunday. Graham's day would've been even better if he didn't get flagged for pass interference on what would've been his 3rd TD at the end of regulation. With Graham appearing to be back in top form, he should be in line for a dominant run down the stretch.
Honorable Mentions: Julius Thomas (Broncos), Jared Cook (Rams), Mychal Rivera (Raiders)
LVP: Larry Donnell (Giants)
Oh Larry Donnell, how you continue to disappoint. Donnell failed to take advantage of a banged-up Seahawks linebacking group and finished the game with just 26 yards on 4 receptions. Donnell is simply not the great fantasy option he appeared to be in the early stages of the season. Even with his typically lackluster production, Donnell is still a low-end TE1 due to the sheer amount of targets he gets and his ability to get in the endzone at any given time.
Dishonorable Mentions: Owen Daniels (Ravens), Heath Miller (Steelers), Vernon Davis (49ers)
Defense
MVP: Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles defense is just stupid this season. After a couple of slow weeks in a row, The Eagles D came alive once against in Week 10 as they suffocated the Panthers for 60 minutes. The Eagles put up absurd numbers across the board finishing the game with 9 sacks, 3 INT's, 2 fumble recoveries, a kick return touchdown and a defensive touchdown. The Eagles are not going to be without their down weeks, but when they're on, they are a top 5 fantasy defense.
Honorable Mentions: Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Arizona Cardinals
LVP: Pittsburgh Steelers
This was a difficult week to find a worst fantasy defense because no defense with a good matchup grossly under-performed. That being said, it's hard to deny that the Steelers put up the weakest performance of the week. The Steelers picked up 4 sacks and zero takeaways against a Jets squad that has been turning the ball over at an alarming rate this season. The Steelers are a banged-up unit that doesn't take the ball away very often, so they're aren't exactly the most valuable fantasy defense at the moment.
Dishonorable Mentions: Carolina Panthers, Seattle Seahawks, Denver Broncos
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Week 10 Fantasy Football Winners and Losers
Quarterback
MVP: Drew Brees (Saints)
Drew Brees's performance on Sunday was even insane by his standards. Brees looked like a man possessed completing 83% of his passes for 392 yards and 4 TD's in the Saints 49-17 beatdown of the Cowboys on Sunday night. Brees has been the most consistent QB1 this season not named Peyton Manning and I'm sure he'll continue to make his owners happy for the rest of the season.
Honorable Mentions: Robert Griffin III (Redskins), Peyton Manning (Broncos), Nick Foles (Eagles), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Philip Rivers (Chargers)
Philip Rivers didn't play too bad against the Broncos on Sunday putting up 216 yards and a touchdown. That being said, everyone expected more with Rivers on a hot streak and a Broncos secondary that has allowed a ton of fantasy points to quarterbacks all season long.
Dishonorable Mentions: Andrew Luck (Colts), Eli Manning (Giants), Colin Kaepernick (49ers), Cam Newton (Panthers)
Running Back
MVP: Pierre Thomas (Saints)
No you are not imagining things, a Saints running back was the most valuable fantasy running back this week. The Saints managed to run all over the Cowboys all game long with Pierre Thomas putting up the most impressive numbers with 111 total yards and 2 TD's (1 rushing, 1 receiving) I wouldn't get too excited for the Saints rushing game to make a resurgence though. They play some really tough run defenses (49ers, Seahawks, Panthers twice) down the stretch and it can not be stressed enough how bad this team is at running at the ball most weeks.
Honorable Mentions: Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks), Adrian Peterson (Vikings), Darren Sproles (Saints), Andre Brown (Giants)
LVP: Chris Johnson (Titans)
A week after C2J returned to vintage form against the Rams, he reverted right back to the new, lackluster C2J. He somehow managed to only gain 30 yards (2.5 yards per carry) on the league-worst rushing defense of the Jaguars. Johnson continues to disappoint and despite a few strong moments, can't develop any momentum this season. Johnson is a low-end RB2 moving forward and continues to show he can not trusted to perform consistently.
Dishonorable Mentions: C.J. Spiller (Bills), Matt Forte (Bears), Eddie Lacy (Packers), Fred Jackson (Bills)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Demaryius Thomas (Broncos)
Good ol' Demaryius "Bay Bay" Thomas was Peyton Manning's weapon of choice this week. 3 of his 7 receptions were touchdowns and pretty much carried the team to victory over the Chargers on a slow day for most of the Broncos receiving corps.
Honorable Mentions: A.J. Green (Bengals), Tavon Austin (Rams), Brandon Marshall (Bears), Riley Cooper (Eagles)
LVP: Wes Welker (Broncos)
The normally effective Wes Welker was held to a measly 21 yards against the Chargers weak secondary on Sunday. Demaryius and Julius Thomas got all the attention from Manning, leaving Welker and Eric Decker to put up poor numbers. This performance shouldn't be much to fret for Welker owners though. This offense is absolutely loaded with talent and Welker will get more than his fair share of opportunities to shine the rest of this season.
Dishonorable Mentions: Victor Cruz (Giants), Keenan Allen (Chargers), Eric Decker (Broncos), Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
Tight End
MVP: Julius Thomas (Broncos)
Julius Thomas did most of his damage on a 74-yard touchdown catch in the 1st quarter, but in a week where most tight ends disappointed, it was more than enough to make him the best fantasy play of the week.
Honorable Mentions: Jordan Reed (Redskins), Delanie Walker (Titans), Brandon Pettigrew (Lions), Antonio Gates (Chargers)
LVP: Jimmy Graham (Saints)
For a normal tight end, 59 yards in a game would be a perfectly fine game. For Jimmy Graham, it's an off-game. Graham's numbers are especially disappointing considering that the Saints had a field day with the Cowboys defense on Sunday night. In Graham's defense, he is playing hurt, but for such a dominant player like Graham to not put up double-digit fantasy points is a big letdown.
Dishonorable Mentions: Greg Olsen (Panthers), Martellus Bennett (Bears), Garrett Graham (Texans), Vernon Davis (49ers)
Defense
MVP: St. Louis Rams
The up-and-down Rams defense put up one of their most dominant performances of the season in their surprising blowout victory over the Colts. The defense gave Andrew Luck and co. hell with 5 takeaways, 3 sacks and a defensive touchdown on the afternoon.
Honorable Mentions: New York Giants, Oakland Raiders, Carolina Panthers, Arizona Cardinals
LVP: Tennessee Titans
Sunday was not kind to the Titans, who gave the Jaguars their first victory of the season. The defense was a big part of that managing only 3 sacks and 2 takeaways against a team that has been very generous to fantasy defenses all season long.
Dishonorable Mentions: Indianapolis Colts, Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins
MVP: Drew Brees (Saints)
Drew Brees's performance on Sunday was even insane by his standards. Brees looked like a man possessed completing 83% of his passes for 392 yards and 4 TD's in the Saints 49-17 beatdown of the Cowboys on Sunday night. Brees has been the most consistent QB1 this season not named Peyton Manning and I'm sure he'll continue to make his owners happy for the rest of the season.
Honorable Mentions: Robert Griffin III (Redskins), Peyton Manning (Broncos), Nick Foles (Eagles), Russell Wilson (Seahawks)
LVP: Philip Rivers (Chargers)
Philip Rivers didn't play too bad against the Broncos on Sunday putting up 216 yards and a touchdown. That being said, everyone expected more with Rivers on a hot streak and a Broncos secondary that has allowed a ton of fantasy points to quarterbacks all season long.
Dishonorable Mentions: Andrew Luck (Colts), Eli Manning (Giants), Colin Kaepernick (49ers), Cam Newton (Panthers)
Running Back
MVP: Pierre Thomas (Saints)
No you are not imagining things, a Saints running back was the most valuable fantasy running back this week. The Saints managed to run all over the Cowboys all game long with Pierre Thomas putting up the most impressive numbers with 111 total yards and 2 TD's (1 rushing, 1 receiving) I wouldn't get too excited for the Saints rushing game to make a resurgence though. They play some really tough run defenses (49ers, Seahawks, Panthers twice) down the stretch and it can not be stressed enough how bad this team is at running at the ball most weeks.
Honorable Mentions: Marshawn Lynch (Seahawks), Adrian Peterson (Vikings), Darren Sproles (Saints), Andre Brown (Giants)
LVP: Chris Johnson (Titans)
A week after C2J returned to vintage form against the Rams, he reverted right back to the new, lackluster C2J. He somehow managed to only gain 30 yards (2.5 yards per carry) on the league-worst rushing defense of the Jaguars. Johnson continues to disappoint and despite a few strong moments, can't develop any momentum this season. Johnson is a low-end RB2 moving forward and continues to show he can not trusted to perform consistently.
Dishonorable Mentions: C.J. Spiller (Bills), Matt Forte (Bears), Eddie Lacy (Packers), Fred Jackson (Bills)
Wide Receiver
MVP: Demaryius Thomas (Broncos)
Good ol' Demaryius "Bay Bay" Thomas was Peyton Manning's weapon of choice this week. 3 of his 7 receptions were touchdowns and pretty much carried the team to victory over the Chargers on a slow day for most of the Broncos receiving corps.
Honorable Mentions: A.J. Green (Bengals), Tavon Austin (Rams), Brandon Marshall (Bears), Riley Cooper (Eagles)
LVP: Wes Welker (Broncos)
The normally effective Wes Welker was held to a measly 21 yards against the Chargers weak secondary on Sunday. Demaryius and Julius Thomas got all the attention from Manning, leaving Welker and Eric Decker to put up poor numbers. This performance shouldn't be much to fret for Welker owners though. This offense is absolutely loaded with talent and Welker will get more than his fair share of opportunities to shine the rest of this season.
Dishonorable Mentions: Victor Cruz (Giants), Keenan Allen (Chargers), Eric Decker (Broncos), Dez Bryant (Cowboys)
Tight End
MVP: Julius Thomas (Broncos)
Julius Thomas did most of his damage on a 74-yard touchdown catch in the 1st quarter, but in a week where most tight ends disappointed, it was more than enough to make him the best fantasy play of the week.
Honorable Mentions: Jordan Reed (Redskins), Delanie Walker (Titans), Brandon Pettigrew (Lions), Antonio Gates (Chargers)
LVP: Jimmy Graham (Saints)
For a normal tight end, 59 yards in a game would be a perfectly fine game. For Jimmy Graham, it's an off-game. Graham's numbers are especially disappointing considering that the Saints had a field day with the Cowboys defense on Sunday night. In Graham's defense, he is playing hurt, but for such a dominant player like Graham to not put up double-digit fantasy points is a big letdown.
Dishonorable Mentions: Greg Olsen (Panthers), Martellus Bennett (Bears), Garrett Graham (Texans), Vernon Davis (49ers)
Defense
MVP: St. Louis Rams
The up-and-down Rams defense put up one of their most dominant performances of the season in their surprising blowout victory over the Colts. The defense gave Andrew Luck and co. hell with 5 takeaways, 3 sacks and a defensive touchdown on the afternoon.
Honorable Mentions: New York Giants, Oakland Raiders, Carolina Panthers, Arizona Cardinals
LVP: Tennessee Titans
Sunday was not kind to the Titans, who gave the Jaguars their first victory of the season. The defense was a big part of that managing only 3 sacks and 2 takeaways against a team that has been very generous to fantasy defenses all season long.
Dishonorable Mentions: Indianapolis Colts, Buffalo Bills, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins
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