Fantasy Football 2015: Thoughts On Eagles Troubles, Odell Beckham Jr.’s Breakout and More

Dion Lewis has 258 total yards (109 rushing, 149 receiving) and a touchdown through two games this season. His versatility and (apparent) heavy usage in the Patriots backfield make him a must own in all formats. (Photo: Bleacher Report)
Dion Lewis has 258 total yards (109 rushing, 149 receiving) and a touchdown through two games this season. His versatility and (apparent) heavy usage in the Patriots backfield make him a must own in all formats. (Photo: Bleacher Report)

Week 2 of the NFL season is done, and for some so are your fantasy hopes. Yes I realize how ridiculous that last statement sounded but the really ridiculous part is some people actually feel that way.

Don’t. This is when it can get really fun. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2015: Thoughts On Eagles Troubles, Odell Beckham Jr.’s Breakout and More”

2015 NFL Preview: AFC Divisional Predictions

There is a lot to like about the Steelers, there are also a lot of questions. (Photo By/Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports)
There is a lot to like about the Steelers, there are also a lot of questions. (Photo By/Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports)

This is the year the AFC gets a little crazy.

There isn’t a dominant team despite what fans want to believe. There are teams that are beginning to see a shift in their fortunes. Most of those teams play in the AFC East, which is where the root of the craziness could occur this season.  Continue reading “2015 NFL Preview: AFC Divisional Predictions”

Fantasy Football 2015: Thursday Night Audibles For Steelers vs. Patriots

Markus Wheaton could play a major role in tonight's game against the Patriots. Is he worth a last-minute roster change? ( Photo By: Justin K. Aller/Getty Images North America)
Markus Wheaton could play a major role in tonight’s game against the Patriots. Is he worth a last-minute roster change? ( Photo By: Justin K. Aller/Getty Images North America)

Thursday Night Audibles will be season long weekly series that helps you fill those last-minute roster holes

So you’re having a hard time trying to figure out where points are going to come from before the Steelers and Patriots kickoff? Well I can help you with that.  Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2015: Thursday Night Audibles For Steelers vs. Patriots”

Fantasy Football 2015: Five Takeaways From Week 1 Of The Preseason & Some Fantasy Football Musings

Marcus Mariota finished his debut 7-of-8 with 94 yards and an interception. However there is a lot he can build on.

We finally have real football. No more guessing or wondering what players will look like. We have tape, competition, and I have opinions on what I saw.  Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2015: Five Takeaways From Week 1 Of The Preseason & Some Fantasy Football Musings”

NFL 2015: 90 Days From Kickoff, Here Are 7 Storylines To Keep An Eye On Heading Into Minicamp

Peyton Manning has averaged 613 pass attempts per season since he signed with the Broncos after the 2011 season. Will a dramatic offensive philosophy shift under new head coach Gary Kubiak cause a conflict?
Peyton Manning has averaged 613 pass attempts per season since he signed with the Broncos after the 2011 season. Will a dramatic shift in offensive philosophy under new head coach Gary Kubiak cause a conflict?

With NFL OTAs wrapping up and Minicamp set to begin next week, there are plenty of storylines to monitor as the 2015 NFL season approaches. Here are seven I think are worth following.  Continue reading “NFL 2015: 90 Days From Kickoff, Here Are 7 Storylines To Keep An Eye On Heading Into Minicamp”

2015 NFL Draft: The Picks And Classes I Liked

Vic Beasley was taken with the 8th overall pick by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2015 NFL Draft.
Vic Beasley was taken with the 8th overall pick by the Atlanta Falcons in the 2015 NFL Draft.

2015 NFL Draft is in the books.

The first thing I am going to let you know is I don’t do “Draft Grades.” I’m not a teacher, and this was not a test. With that, what you will find here is my opinion/analysis of what teams I thought did the best addressing their needs and who didn’t.

That’s it. Pretty simple.

Onward then… Continue reading “2015 NFL Draft: The Picks And Classes I Liked”

Fantasy Football 2014: Five Tips To Winning Your Fantasy Football League

Kenny Stills has the skills, look, and schedule of a Fantasy Football Playoff MVP.
Kenny Stills has the skills, look, and schedule of a Fantasy Football Playoff MVP.

As the beginning of the playoffs for Fantasy Football begin I thought I would run down five tips that may (or may not) help you take home the bragging rights for a year. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: Five Tips To Winning Your Fantasy Football League”

Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not As You Hit The Waiver Wire

Allen Hurns debut (110 yards, 2 TD's) has created quite the buzz. Should you buy it? (Mitchell Leff/Getty Images North America)
Allen Hurns debut –110 yards, 2 TD’s– has created quite the buzz. Should you buy it? (Mitchell Leff/Getty Images North America)

Taking a look at this weeks most talked about waiver wire targets. Here’s my take on them.  Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: What’s Real, What’s Not As You Hit The Waiver Wire”

Fantasy Football 2014: Fantasy Football Quarterback Tiers Done My Way

Jekyll and Hyde?: Games 1-8: Stafford's numbers were 2,617 yards, 16 TD's, 6 INT's and a 94.7 rating. Games 9-16: 2,033 yards, 13 TD's, 13 INT's and a 72.1 rating
Jekyll and Hyde?: Stafford’s first-half numbers (2,617 yards, 16 TD’s, 6 INT’s and a 94.7 rating) didn’t resemble anything he did in the second-half ( 2,033 yards, 13 TD’s, 13 INT’s and a 72.1 rating)

The quarterback position is the most important position in fantasy football.

Go ahead and disagree. I say that without a hint of reservation or sarcasm. It doesn’t make sense to place the hopes of a well drafted team in the hands of someone who isn’t going to consistently give you the production you need from, what should be, the steadiest spot on your roster. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: Fantasy Football Quarterback Tiers Done My Way”

Fantasy Football 2014: Depth At Running Back Is Better Than Advertised

Chargers running back Danny Woodhead has averaged 335 yards and two touchdowns receiving a year since 2009. Combined with his rushing statistics that makes him a a top-20 running back annually no matter the format
Chargers running back Danny Woodhead has averaged 335 yards and two touchdowns receiving a year since 2009. Combined with his rushing statistics that makes him a a top-20 running back annually no matter the format

My old fantasy football drafting habits are hard to let go of.

After all this time playing I still can’t bring myself to draft a running back first without a lot of hesitation. I am that guy who gets lured into not being able to resist the consistent production that comes with Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, and Peyton Manning. Can you blame me? Since 2010 they’ve all, at some point, finished in the top-3 in scoring among all players. Continue reading “Fantasy Football 2014: Depth At Running Back Is Better Than Advertised”