Archive for October, 2009
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I’ve uncovered some guys you can plug in if you are dealing with an injury or tough matchups.
David Garrard, QB, Jacksonville Jaguars - I have to mention him since he’s facing the sorry Tennessee Titans, but I must warn you, I have a bad feeling about [...]
Line ‘em up/ Bench their butts
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The Counselor is IN:
This column’s intent is to give the readers an idea of few good players in favorable match ups and a few good players in bad match ups. If you have a great player, then it may not advisable to bench him for someone [...]
Rotoprofessor’s Target Trends: Week 7
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Targets is one of the hot stats this year for fantasy football owners, so let’s take a look at some of the recent trends:
Increase Targets (excluding those with Week 5 bye):1. Fred Davis: Washington Redskins: +92. Louis Murphy: Oakland Raiders: +72. Sidney Rice: Minnesota Vikings: +74. [...]
Fantasy Basketball Box Score Breakouts
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Here’s a look at some fantasy basketball players that blew up the box score last night.
Dahntay Jones, Indiana Pacers
26 minutes, 17 points, 4-9 FG, 9-9 FT, 5 rebounds, 6 turnovers
The high amount of turnovers bother me.
Earl Watson, Indian Pacers
25 minutes, 20 points, 7-8 FG, 3-4 FT, [...]
Fantasy Football Out on a Limb 2009, Volume 8
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Time for another edition of Fantasy Football Out on a Limb. I scour the rosters to select a player who I feel will outperform a higher profile player in that given week. I base my decisions on matchups, how the players are trending, and the ever-important [...]
Fantasy Football: Talkin’ About Practice Week 8
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Aaron Rodgers (foot) and Brett Favre (hip) were both limited in practice today. There is no chance that either QB will miss the Grudge Match Part Deux.
Here’s some more practice-related news:
Bernard Berrian, Minnesota Vikings
Berrian missed practice because of a hamstring injury that he suffered against Pittsburgh [...]
Fantasy Basketball Quick Fixes – 10/28/09
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While people are settling in and admiring the work they did with their fantasy basketball rosters, you have a chance to pick up a couple of guys that could help you get off to a quick start. Perhaps you can even sell them high and be [...]
Is Point Guard the Most Valuable Position in Fantasy Basketball?
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By Alex Woods, BleacherCreatureRotoTalk.com
Of all fantasy sports the fantasy basketball draft is probably more important than any other fantasy sports draft to get right. While you can always find talent in the middle rounds of a fantasy baseball draft, and football is filled with players who [...]
Sweet, Sweet Flacco Action!
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The Counselor is IN:
Ever wonder if a great knowledge of sports actually helps an owner in a fantasy league. A couple of buddies, Rob and Bryan, had this discussion. It spawned a delightful fantasy blog about their competion in a Fantasy Football League. Check out their [...]
Lester’s Blue Line Specials Volume 3
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Need some help with your fantasy hockey team? You’ve come to the right place. Try these hot players on for size.
Center
Sam Gagner, Edmonton Oilers - Sam had 5 Points (1 Goal, 4 Assists) and a even Plus/Minus rating in four games (1.2 points/game) last week. Three [...]
LestersLegends Week 8 NFL Power Rankings
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1. New Orleans Saints
2. Indianapolis Colts
3. Denver Broncos
4. Minnesota Vikings
5. New England Patriots
6. Pittsburgh Steelers
7. Cincinnati Bengals
8. New York Giants
9. Arizona Cardinals
10. Green Bay Packers
11. Dallas Cowboys
12. Philadelphia Eagles
13. Atlanta Falcons
14. Houston Texans
15. New York Jets
16. San Diego Chargers
17. Baltimore Ravens
18. Jacksonville Jaguars
19. San Francisco 49ers
20. Chicago [...]
Fourth & 1 Debate: Buy Low Candidate
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Smitty of www.fantasyfootballxtreme.com was responsible for this week’s Fourth & 1 Roundtable Debate topic. Click here to see the full article.
This Week’s Topic:
Who is your biggest “buy-low” candidate heading into Weeks 8-16?
My Response:
There are several attractive “buy low” candidates out there. LT is coming on. Carolina’s [...]
Fantasy Football Forum – Week 7
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Fantasy Football Forum
How did Week 7 go for you?
I’m in five leagues so I’ll recap each one.
KFFL Analysis League - I was lead by Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Beanie Wells, Pittsburgh D, and Nate Kaeding. My opponent was led by Miles Austin, NY Jets D, Ronnie [...]
Chris Cooley Out for the Year
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The black cloud over our Washington D.C. continues to hover. No, I’m not going political on you. I’m talking about the sinking ship that is the Washington Redskins.
They received another blow today when they learned that Chris Cooley would miss the season with a broken foot [...]
Blake Griffin Out Up to Six Weeks
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The Clippers just can’t catch a break. Well, they can, but not the good variety. #1 overall pick Blake Griffin is out up to six weeks after fracturing his patella. Griffin appeared ready to contribute right away so this setback is devastating.
Chris Kaman and DeAndre Jordan [...]
NFL Picks – Week 8
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Week 7 Results: 9-4 ( CAR, ATL, MIA, NYG let me down)
Lock Picks:
Previous Lock to Win Picks: NO (W), WAS (W), BAL (W), INDY (W), PHI (W), PITT (W), NE (W)
Previous Lock to Lose Picks: OAK (W), CIN (L), STL (W), KC (W), [...]
Fantasy Football Pitfalls – Week 8
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I’m going to look at the matchups each week and pick five fantasy starters that could be in for a tough week. Here’s a look at players who could struggle this week.
With the bye weeks upon us, you can’t necessarily sit the guys on this list [...]
2009-10 Preseason NBA Lester Awards
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With the season tipping off tomorrow, let’s talk preseason NBA Awards..
MVP - LeBron James
Back-to-back MVPs for Bron Bron.
Rookie of the Year – Blake Griffin
His work ethic along with that talent will ensure he’s no Michael Beasley.
Most Improved - Anthony Randolph
If he can stay healthy, he could [...]
Bye Week Alternatives – Week 8
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Week 8 Byes: Cincinnati, Kansas City, New England, Pittsburgh, Tampa Bay, Washington
Quarterbacks
Tom Brady, Big Ben, and Carson Palmer are high-end starters that will need to be replaced. Matt Cassel and Jason Campbell have had their moments, but shouldn’t give you too many fits replacing.
High-end Alternatives:
Brett Favre [...]
Get ‘em or Don’t Sweat ‘em Week 7
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There were some unusual heroes on Sunday. There always are. Let’s take a look at them and see if they are worthy of your fantasy rosters.
Alex Smith, QB, San Francisco 49ers - If you are in a two QB league and Smith is named the starter, [...]
Fantasy Hockey Sleepers - Pick ‘em up!
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The Hockey Counselor is IN:
First off hello! This is my first post at FSC and I’m mighty proud to be here!
We’re a few weeks into the NHL season now and there have been plenty of injuries within the past week or so that may or may [...]
Things I have Learned … the Falcons at the Cowboys
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The Counselor is IN:
Things I have Learned … the Falcons at the Cowboys.
1) WR Miles Austin is for real and appears to be on the same page with Tony Romo. No one was for sure what his future fantasy value would be after the great game [...]
Fantasy Hockey @ FSC with ShipHockey7
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The Counselor is IN:
I am proud to announce the addition of ShipHockey7 to the staff of the Fantasy Sports Counselor. ShipHockey7 will bring weekly Fantasy Hockey updates. He is an intrinsic valued member of Sports Jabber, the Wally World of Sports sites. I expect Ship’s expertise [...]
Week 7 Fantasy Injury Report
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The Counselor is IN:
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Cardinals:
WR Steve Breaston has a right knee injury and is probable. Breaston saw limited time in practice this week. He will play but the amount of time may vary on how healthy Boldin is for the game.
WR Anquan Boldin is questionable [...]
Line ‘em up/ Bench their butts
Rating 3.00 out of 5
[?]Submitted by Fantasy Sports Counselor Blog
The Counselor is IN:
This column’s intent is to give the readers an idea of few good players in favorable match ups and a few good players in bad match ups. If you have a great player, then it may not advisable to bench him for someone [...]
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