Cuse9's Help Thread

[driftwood012 0]

I have the 11th pick in a 1st year keeper league. Non ppr, snake draft, keep 3 players per year.

 

I have been offered picks 2, 47 and 71

I would give up picks 11, 35 and 62

 

So in the first year of a keeper league I would have picks 2, 14, 38 and 47 INSTEAD of 11, 14, 35 and 38.

 

Thoughts? It's basically I move up from 11 to 2, and move back from 35 to 47, the something stupid in the 6th round.

[mjs4451 0]

I am a first time fantasy player...we ended up having to use auto select as our draft...this is the hand that was dealt to me....Can you tell me how bad am I going to get hit with the two quarterbacks that I have. And your overall view. In a league where you can play two quarterbacks in a game, Im just afraid Ill get hit to hard..but then again thats why Im asking this..cause I dont have the experience about all this. I have two bench spots left. This is only a 12 team league. Thanks

 

PLAYER, TEAM POS

QB Shaun Hill, SF QB

RB Pierre Thomas, NO RB Q

RB Thomas Jones, NYJ RB

RB/WR Larry Johnson, KC RB

WR Larry Fitzgerald, Ari WR

WR Andre Johnson, Hou WR

WR/TE Eddie Royal, Den WR

TE John Carlson, Sea TE

OP LenDale White, Ten RB P

D/ST Vikings D/ST, Min D/ST

K Ryan Longwell, Min K

Bench Cedric Benson, Cin RB

Bench Packers D/ST, GB D/ST

Bench Correll Buckhalter, Den RB

Bench Devery Henderson, NO WR

Bench Cowboys D/ST, Dal D/ST

Bench Brian Hartline, Mia WR

Bench Byron Leftwich, TB QB

[Cuse9 129]

I have the 11th pick in a 1st year keeper league. Non ppr, snake draft, keep 3 players per year.

 

I have been offered picks 2, 47 and 71

I would give up picks 11, 35 and 62

 

So in the first year of a keeper league I would have picks 2, 14, 38 and 47 INSTEAD of 11, 14, 35 and 38.

 

Thoughts? It's basically I move up from 11 to 2, and move back from 35 to 47, the something stupid in the 6th round.

The Pick Calculator says you should do it. It gives you a 10% advantage.

 

I would agree with that. Usually me and the calculator don't agree, but this one is different. I like moving up 9 spots in such an important spot. The fact that you keep your second rounder is pretty nice. You'll get a guy like MJD or Forte. I would do it.

 

In case you don't have it saved, here is the pick calculator. It's fun tool. It's not rock solid, but it's a nice guide to help out.

[Cuse9 129]

I am a first time fantasy player...we ended up having to use auto select as our draft...this is the hand that was dealt to me....Can you tell me how bad am I going to get hit with the two quarterbacks that I have. And your overall view. In a league where you can play two quarterbacks in a game, Im just afraid Ill get hit to hard..but then again thats why Im asking this..cause I dont have the experience about all this. I have two bench spots left. This is only a 12 team league. Thanks

 

PLAYER, TEAM POS

QB Shaun Hill, SF QB

RB Pierre Thomas, NO RB Q

RB Thomas Jones, NYJ RB

RB/WR Larry Johnson, KC RB

WR Larry Fitzgerald, Ari WR

WR Andre Johnson, Hou WR

WR/TE Eddie Royal, Den WR

TE John Carlson, Sea TE

OP LenDale White, Ten RB P

D/ST Vikings D/ST, Min D/ST

K Ryan Longwell, Min K

Bench Cedric Benson, Cin RB

Bench Packers D/ST, GB D/ST

Bench Correll Buckhalter, Den RB

Bench Devery Henderson, NO WR

Bench Cowboys D/ST, Dal D/ST

Bench Brian Hartline, Mia WR

Bench Byron Leftwich, TB QB

First off, what took you so long to start playing!! You'll be addicted before you know it.

 

Now for the team. Starting two QB's isn't that big of a deal if the scoring isn't favored too heavily for QB's. However your QB's are pretty horrid. You have arguably the worst two in the league. I like Hill as a QB #3 with potential to do well, but not as my #1. I don't care for Leftwich at all. Somehow, someway you have to figure something out or you will most likely struggle all year at that position. You don't need to upgrade to Brees, but an upgrade to Edwards, Delhomme, Garrard would be nice.

 

Your wide receivers are stellar. Getting Fitz, AJ and Royal is superb, tough to top that trio. Not real high on Henderson or Hartline, but they both have the potential to do something. All you need is a couple bye week fillin's anyway, your top three will never sit down.

 

Running backs are pretty good. PT is solid and Jones beats the odds year after year, he'll prolly do it again. Benson should be in as your starter over White. White a good TD vulture and he'll get you respectable yards, but Benson is the feature. He'll get more carries, yards and possibly TD's. Buckhalter is a nice play at the beginning of the year, it's hard telling how long he'll have value though. It should become the Knowshon Moreno show before too long.

 

The Vikings are a top notch D and Dallas is a nice back-up.

 

Outside of QB you look very good. I would try something to get a QB. Maybe offer up something with Buckhalter to the Moreno owner. Find someone weak at RB and trade Benson or Jones. I wouldn't get rid of AJ/Fitz or Royal though, I like them alot.

 

In the future avoid autopick drafts. They are impossible to set-up properly. Find leagues that you can draft live. It's much better and ten times more fun! Have fun this year and learn the ropes. I'm here all year. If you have any questions feel free to stop in and ask. There are alot of great minds at FFToday. Sort through the crap and you'll find some great posters on the main board. The Moz, White Wonder, Me 2008, Madd Futher Mucker....so many others and guys that have asked questions in here. Plenty of knowledge to guide you along. Keep in mind that we can all give our opinions, it's you that will make the choice, moves and ultimatly win or lose. Take advice, suggestions as they come, but usually your gut gives you the best advice.

 

Have fun and good luck!!

[Cuse9 129]

So don't give him Rivers/Bowe for Rodgers/Colston?

 

Once again, thanks for your insight.

Woah, back-up the truck chuck! I thought you were giving Colston for Bowe. I must have read it wrong.

 

It's a close trade, a preference trade if you will, but I would rather have Rodgers and Colston over Rivers and Bowe!! It's a tough trade either way to go. All four have potential to put up great numbers this year. I like a healthy Colston to put up great numbers with a solid QB. While I like Bowe and think he'll do well, I'd rather have the more stable wr. The question marks at QB for Bowe would sway me toward Colston. Rodgers over Rivers is easy for me!

[Cuse9 129]

Just need confirmation from someone that this trade would do me no good and would more than likely be a poor decision. My first instict is that this trade sucks for me so if you think it's worth considering then that's what I need to hear...otherwise lemme know if you think I should reject it.

 

Standard scoring - double points for RBs receiving TDs

 

My RBs and WRs (start 2 of each)

 

LT

Gore

Rice

Sproles

 

R. Moss

Ochocinco

Walter

Gage

 

I've been offered LenDale White and Dwayne Bowe for my LT and Walter. While I think Rice has great potential to put up some good numbers this year, I'm far more comfortable with LT at this point, especially having Sproles as a backup. I don't feel as though I have a clear-cut #2 WR and will likely platoon Ochocinco/Walter until someone emerges. So as you can see I'm leaning toward rejecting this, just want some outside opinion. Thanks in advance.

Don't even need reasoning on this trade, it's bad. LT blows away White and Walter is a very respectable fillin with WR2 potential. While Bowe is easily better, Walter has a chance to be very good and overachieve his ADP and become a nice starter.

[jared7683 0]

who gets the better end of this deal? PPR League

 

Chad 85 and Pierre Thomas

 

for

 

Reggie Wayne and Ray Rice

[Cuse9 129]

who gets the better end of this deal? PPR League

 

Chad 85 and Pierre Thomas

 

for

 

Reggie Wayne and Ray Rice

Wayne and Rice. I don't think this one is that close. Thomas is hurt and is looking like he'll miss week one. Chad is a basketcase.

 

Rice has been looking better and better and Wayne is..well, Reggie Wayne!!

[garychristian 0]

good advice is always appreciated...i'm on a 12 team standard points here's my current team ...i picked 11th & i've lost a few games

last year by one or two points ....so should drop crabtree & pickup carney for a couple games or a better defense with a favorable matchup ???

or should i try to trade up for a better wr....???

 

My starting Team

 

Rivers, Philip QB SD

Gore, Frank RB SF

Tomlinson, LaDainian RB SD

Bryant, Antonio WR TB

Gonzalez, Anthony WR IND JAC

Houshmandzadeh, T.J. WR SEA

Folk, Nick K DAL

Jets DST

 

My Bench

 

C. Palmer QB CIN

J. Jones RB SEA

G. Coffee RB

M. Lynch RB BUF

E. Bennett WR CHI

S. Smith WR NYG

M. Crabtree WR

[wanska13 0]

Hey there! Just hoping for a little input on my team. Just drafted the other night - PPR league, start QB, 2 RB, 3 WR, TE, PK, DEF. Picked 11th out of 12 - non-keeper.

 

OB - David Garrard (10)

QB - Shaun Hill (14)

RB - Kevin Smith (4)

RB - Reggie Bush (6)

RB - Larry Johnson (7)

RB - Felix Jones (8)

RB - LeSean McCoy (11)

RB - Jamaal Charles (13)

WR - Larry Fizgerald (1)

WR - Megatron (2)

WR - Wes Welker (3)

WR - Braylon Edwards (5)

WR - Earl Bennett (12)

TE - Owen Daniels (9)

PK - Nick Folk (16)

DEF - Packers (15)

 

Thanks!

 

PS - What part of BFE Ohio are you from? I'm originally from just to the east of Cleveland.

[Andrew Martinez 0]

Hey,

Should i drop Steve Breaston for Trent Edwards? The other WR on my team are: Steve Smith (CAR) TJ, Driver, Chad 85, Michael Jenkins. My QB's are Cutler and Hasselbeck.

 

Thanks, Andrew.

[phillyjinx 21]

Im having trouble with who to start w/ my WR's being that they are the weak point of my team. I have Anthony Gonzales, Hines Ward, Walter, Gage and Henry.

Im leaning towards Ant Gonzo, Ward and Gage just because Gage blew up last time he played Pitt. I think Walter will still be hurt otherwise I play him instead of Gage. I also like Henry's matchup against DEN. What do you think? Thanks ahead of time.

[raiders123 0]

Hey Cuse...What do you think of my draft? I'm a little light on wideout, but love Chris Henry if one of my studs go down. It's a 12 team, dynasty league, no ppr. Scoring is pretty standard

 

Matt Schaub

Kurt Warner

Frank Gore

Darren McFadden

Clinton Portis

Ray Rice

Knowshon Moreno

Donald Brown

Ahmad Bradshaw

Glen Coffee

Andre Johnson

Calvin Johnson

Chris Henry

Antonio Gates

Giants Defense

Rob Bironas

[Cuse9 129]

good advice is always appreciated...i'm on a 12 team standard points here's my current team ...i picked 11th & i've lost a few games

last year by one or two points ....so should drop crabtree & pickup carney for a couple games or a better defense with a favorable matchup ???

or should i try to trade up for a better wr....???

 

My starting Team

 

Rivers, Philip QB SD

Gore, Frank RB SF

Tomlinson, LaDainian RB SD

Bryant, Antonio WR TB

Gonzalez, Anthony WR IND JAC

Houshmandzadeh, T.J. WR SEA

Folk, Nick K DAL

Jets DST

 

My Bench

 

C. Palmer QB CIN

J. Jones RB SEA

G. Coffee RB

M. Lynch RB BUF

E. Bennett WR CHI

S. Smith WR NYG

M. Crabtree WR

Historically rookie wr's usually don't fair very well. With Crabtree not signing yet his chance to do anything of signifigance is almost gone. He's so far behind now that it will be halfway through the season before he can contribute, that's if he signed right now! I see no reason at all to hang onto him.

 

I wouldn't pick up a kicker though. What is the point? I would find someone on the waiver wires that has a chance to break out or put up good numbers this year. James Davis, Laurent Robinson, Chanci Stuckey, Mike Sims Walker......someone?! Jets have a solid defense, but they do play the Pats twice. It may be a good idea to see who is out there and have a good fillin D for bye weeks and Pats games.

 

No reason to keep Crabtree though.

[WishfulThinking 0]

How much surgery? Standard league 6p td, non ppr; 1qb 2rb 2wr 1te 1dst 1k 1wr/rb flex.

Drafted from 2 hole and took some chances. 2nd yr in FF and I'm still learning the ropes.

Been reading the thread this evening. Interesting stuff. Oh yea, Knox was a real flyer, probably

drop him tomorrow.

 

M Schaub

M Jones-Drew

D McFadden

A Bradshaw

M Colston

R White

D Keller

K Brown

Jets DST

 

J Flacco

M Bush

D Bess

K Walter

L Evans

J Knox

[ffrookie312 0]

Hey cuse,

 

Was offered this trade to a counter I made the other day. This is for my main ppr league 1pt per reception. At first I offered Davon Bess for desean jackson, the owner counterd with ginn for bess. should I jump all over that or is this trade a trap of sorts?

 

Thanks

[Cuse9 129]

Hey cuse,

 

Was offered this trade to a counter I made the other day. This is for my main ppr league 1pt per reception. At first I offered Davon Bess for desean jackson, the owner counterd with ginn for bess. should I jump all over that or is this trade a trap of sorts?

 

Thanks

First off, don't make offers of "Davone Bess for DeSean Jackson". That's a horrible offer. Jackson is twice the receiver that Bess is. When you make rediculous trade offers you tend to turn off owners and they're more likely disregard future trade offers.

 

Ginn for Bess is a reasonable offer, but I would rather have Bess. Bess should get more receptions. Ginn should get more yards, but Bess is great at quick routes, slants, curl routes. He should net you 4-6 receptions per game. Ginn is more along the lines of 3-4, but will have better yardage. Bess is a better endzone threat thanks to his precise and quick route running. Ginn will be used sparingly around the goal line.

 

It's fair, but I'd rather have Bess.

[mkihox 0]

Alot of questions go unanswered this time of year. Ask away in here and I'll answer every question. My answers are always mixed with facts and opinions. I may not always have the correct answer, but I'll definitly give you an answer that gives you something to think about! I've always had fun doing this in the past and look forward to having fun with it again. As with past years I simply ask that you keep questions inside the thread.

 

Ask away!

 

Could you take a look at my team and tell me what you think.

It is a 10 team ppr league with 6 pts for a td pass. the rest is pretty standard scoring.

Start QB,RB,RB,WR,WR,FLEX,TE,D/ST,K

Round

1 DEAngelo Williams

2 Andre Johnson

3 Arron Rodgers

4 Kevin Smith

5 Eddie Royal

6 Anthony Gonzalez

7 Felix Jones

8 Leon Washington

9 Greg Olsen

10 L. Coles

11 NY Jets

12 Derrick Mason

13 John Carlson

14 Chad Pennington

15 S. Gostkowski (There was 7 kickers gone and I had Gostkowski as th #1 Kicker)

16 James Davis

 

Maybe wish I would have taken M. Turner with my first pick he was still on the board. Lots of Bears fans in my league and Matt Forte was takin #1 overall.

Also thinking of picking up Joe Flaco of the waiver wire and droppong Chad Pennington

Thanx

[Cuse9 129]

How much surgery? Standard league 6p td, non ppr; 1qb 2rb 2wr 1te 1dst 1k 1wr/rb flex.

Drafted from 2 hole and took some chances. 2nd yr in FF and I'm still learning the ropes.

Been reading the thread this evening. Interesting stuff. Oh yea, Knox was a real flyer, probably

drop him tomorrow.

 

M Schaub

M Jones-Drew

D McFadden

A Bradshaw

M Colston

R White

D Keller

K Brown

Jets DST

 

J Flacco

M Bush

D Bess

K Walter

L Evans

J Knox

First off, Knox. He was looking great at the beginning of training camp and has slowed down as camp went on. He's not a bad player to have for your last pick, but if there is someone better out there with more potential, have at it! Personally I would grab Rashad Jennings ASAP. MJD's injury may be worst than we think. Throw in that he has never had to carry the load, injuries could set in and Jennings and/or G. Jones could be crucial!

 

WR's. White, Colston, Walter, Evans, Bess.....very nice. Great depth lead by two studs. Very good job there. As for the RB's, okay. I'm not sold on MJD, but he definitly has a great outlook Personally I think some players excell at being the #2/do it all backs. Bush, MJD, Ward, Bradshaw....I think they are great as part of a RBBC, but not so great when they have to carry the load. McFadden and Bush should do well. McFadden is a do it all back. He's great running verticle, he has to learn to avoid tackles and make himself more elusive. Schaub is great, just has to stay healthy. Not sold on Flacco, due to the style of play. He has a cannon, hopefully they'll let him use it. Jets should be the most improved D this year.

 

Overall I like the team. Not real high on your running backs, but they definitly have the potential to put up great numbers. I don't think they will....but I won't be surprized if they do. QB/WR....about as solid as you can get. I think your team will do very well.

 

As for what I would do: Pick up Jenning and/or Jones IMMEDIATLY! I don't like having first year starters without back-up. You like to be sure they can carry the load, a little insurance is always good.

 

Great job overall. You said it's your second year, here is what you are going to learn in the coming years. Fantasy football is 75% skill. Draft good, use the waiver wire well, trade smart and then......hope that Lady Luck is on your side. Keep your players healthy, perform up to their ability, don't punt a ball in practice, beat up their girlfriend.....you know, stay on the field!! Alot of luck, regardless of how great a fantasy genius you become!

 

You did well, good luck!

[LandenChase 0]

Trying to help my wife with her team. It is a standard 14 team redraft. She is starting Warner, Forte, Norwood, Housh, Welker, Henry, Boss, and PIT DEF.

 

Should she do the following:

 

Drop Lewis for Davis, Greene, or Coffee

Drop Ginn for Morgan, Nicks, or Gage

Drop Shaun Hill for Cadillac

 

The WW in our league is getting slim!

[Cuse9 129]

Hey Cuse...What do you think of my draft? I'm a little light on wideout, but love Chris Henry if one of my studs go down. It's a 12 team, dynasty league, no ppr. Scoring is pretty standard

 

Matt Schaub

Kurt Warner

Frank Gore

Darren McFadden

Clinton Portis

Ray Rice

Knowshon Moreno

Donald Brown

Ahmad Bradshaw

Glen Coffee

Andre Johnson

Calvin Johnson

Chris Henry

Antonio Gates

Giants Defense

Rob Bironas

Wow, somebody, check that alot of somebodies dropped the ball in this league! How can you get Gore, AJ, CJ, Portis....doh! Then you have Warner and Schaub. Is this really your team or is this simply a joke? A top five QB, 2 top ten running backs, two top five wr's, top three TE, Top three Defense. Don't make sense.

 

I'm gonna pass on making any judgements on the team or the leauge, team is too good for a twelve team league.

[WishfulThinking 0]

[snip]

 

Great job overall. You said it's your second year, here is what you are going to learn in the coming years. Fantasy football is 75% skill. Draft good, use the waiver wire well, trade smart and then......hope that Lady Luck is on your side. Keep your players healthy, perform up to their ability, don't punt a ball in practice, beat up their girlfriend.....you know, stay on the field!! Alot of luck, regardless of how great a fantasy genius you become!

 

You did well, good luck!

 

Thanks Cuse, appreciate the look. Not sold on Flacco either given the style of O that Baltimore plays but like you I like his arm. I went RB, WR, WR, RB QB WR RB TE RB WR QB... in the draft, and pickens' were a little slim at RB2 (and QB2) , leaving them my weakest position. Took your advise and picked up Jones. Again, thanks!

[Cuse9 129]

Trying to help my wife with her team. It is a standard 14 team redraft. She is starting Warner, Forte, Norwood, Housh, Welker, Henry, Boss, and PIT DEF.

 

Should she do the following:

 

Drop Lewis for Davis, Greene, or Coffee

Drop Ginn for Morgan, Nicks, or Gage

Drop Shaun Hill for Cadillac

 

The WW in our league is getting slim!

I just dropped Shaun Hill in one of my leagues for Cadillac! Because of this.....

 

Cadillac Williams is listed as the first-team tailback on the Bucs' updated depth chart.

 

As of late Sunday, Earnest Graham was first on the chart, so this is recently revised. Graham is now third with Derrick Ward at No. 2. If the Bucs' running back plan holds, Williams will start and play the team's first two series, Ward the second two, and Graham will pick up the fifth before the rotation begins again. With the Cowboys on the docket, avoid this situation for Week 1

 

Reason being is this:

14 games 290 rushes 1178 yards 84.1 ypg 4.1 ypc 6 TD.......his rookie year.

 

That is his rookie year stats. I like the fact that they have Ward and Graham. This will allow Caddy to slowly work his way back into being a great player. Obviously the injury bug is a massive concern with him, but the upside to his ability is great. Even if he lost a step, he is still a burner who can cut on a dime. I really like his potential in Raheem's new offense. Don't expect anything huge for a few weeks, but once he proves he easily the top RB in TB, he could turn into a steal!

 

Morgan, Nicks, Gage, Ginn. Of the group I like Nicks the most. I think he has a chance to get close to ten TD's. He's big, strong and can get up and catch a ball in traffic. Obviously rookies don't usually put up big numbers, but I think Nicks can come close to 700-800 yds with 10 TD's. Ginn does have to opportunity to go for 1000 and can attain a decent TD total, but I'm not a believer in him. He's disrespected his coaches, he's not a crisp route runner. His best attribute is speed. Pennington throws a decent deep ball, but lacks the zip that is needed for bombs. I like Morgan, but the offense isn't going to be QB/WR friendly. It can be, but the coaching staff has stressed running the ball I believe 60% of the time. Gage....no. I like Washington and Britt more.

 

Lewis, Davis, Greene, Coffee. I only like Coffee if you own Gore. Greene is a very nice prospect, but I haven't seen much on him. I think he's definitly the back of the future, but for now Lewis is a safer option. Here's the big one: Lewis or Davis! I own James Davis in most of my leagues. IF you have three good backs ahead of Lewis, I would rather roll the dice with Davis. He has big play ability, nice speed, seems to hit the holes quick.....once the real season starts we'll see if his pre-season skills are for real or not. I personally think his ability is the real deal and I'm hoping to cash in on it!! However, I have decent backs ahead of him and I can afford to wait and see. If Lewis does good and the Browns are winning, good chance Davis plays sparingly. I don't see that happening. Lewis has no burst, no speed. He still hits the holes very good, but he lacks other skills to keep his job.

 

I would start Lewis over Norwood. Norwood has been dinged up. He's had knee and head injuries. It doesn't seem like he'll miss the game, but his main duties will be kick returns. He'll get on the field and make a few plays on offense, but it's hit or miss. He can take any play and take it to the house. He has incredible game breaking ability. Definitly a home run threat, but like Jim Thome....home run or strike out! Hopefully she has a better option than Norwood.

 

That's my two cents, hope it helps.

[jared7683 0]

PPR League

 

Been offered Knowshown Moreno and Lance Moore for my Pierre Thomas...good deal? I also have Reggie Bush if that means anything??

[Cuse9 129]

Could you take a look at my team and tell me what you think.

It is a 10 team ppr league with 6 pts for a td pass. the rest is pretty standard scoring.

Start QB,RB,RB,WR,WR,FLEX,TE,D/ST,K

Round

1 DEAngelo Williams

2 Andre Johnson

3 Arron Rodgers

4 Kevin Smith

5 Eddie Royal

6 Anthony Gonzalez

7 Felix Jones

8 Leon Washington

9 Greg Olsen

10 L. Coles

11 NY Jets

12 Derrick Mason

13 John Carlson

14 Chad Pennington

15 S. Gostkowski (There was 7 kickers gone and I had Gostkowski as th #1 Kicker)

16 James Davis

 

Maybe wish I would have taken M. Turner with my first pick he was still on the board. Lots of Bears fans in my league and Matt Forte was takin #1 overall.

Also thinking of picking up Joe Flaco of the waiver wire and droppong Chad Pennington

Thanx

Love it. Great job. Seeing what round you picked who in allows me to see how the team was built. I really see no reason to knock any of the picks. I'm not high on Kevin Smith, but for a fourth round pick, not bad. I agree with taking AJ and Rodgers where you did. It assured you of getting a top RB, WR and QB. Smith is a respectable rb, but he has a tough task ahead of him in Detroit. With Gonzo and Royal you have the two safest break-out potential players this year. Both could easily top 90+ catches and 1200 yds. It will be tougher for Gonzo, but possible. Mason is a solid vet. Not real big on Jones/Washington, but for what you need them for they're not a bad duo to have. Either one could easily get you great points as bye week fillins. Olsen and Carlson. Again, you got the two best breakout potential TE's. You finished the draft off with a stellar pick in James Davis. Could easily be the steal of the draft.

 

As for Penningto or Flacco. It's like taking a dollar out of one pocket and putting four quarters in the other. Both have the potential to be a decent bye week fillin, but neither one is very exciting. I would take Flacco in your case. On Aaron Rodgers bye week Flacco plays Cincinnati while Pennington plays the Jets...your defense. I don't like my players playing against my defense if I can avoid it. So, Flacco would be my choice for bye week reasoning.

 

Great job drafting. I like your train of thought throughout the draft! Best of luck to you!!

[Cuse9 129]

PPR League

 

Been offered Knowshown Moreno and Lance Moore for my Pierre Thomas...good deal? I also have Reggie Bush if that means anything??

Tough one. Moore should be a solid wr this year. I don't think last year was a fluke. Moreno may take a three or four games, but he will become the primary back in Denver. Moreno has good size (5'11, 205) Here is where Knowshon is ahead of most first year backs: Patience and instincts. Alot of rookies lack the patience and vision to be effective, these are two of his best attributes. He's very elusive and quick. Don't have blinding speed, but he'll make any one on one defender miss. You get the complete package with Moreno. Smart, elusive, patient, quick, great character.

 

I bring all this up so you know if he doesn't start out paying off big....he will. I expect the Broncos to let Buckhalter shoulder the load the first few games. Hillis should factor in as well. My guess is by game 5 or 6 it will be the Knowshon show. He's an everydown back who will only be replaced for quick breathers.

 

I am big fan of Pierre Thomas. I love all the skills he brings to the table. The feature back of the most explosive team in football. I don't mind Reggie Bush taking touches, but I don't like PT missing game one. This could open the door for a three headed monster in New Orleans. If Mike Bell lights it up (he should, they play Detroit) it could make Payton rethink his RB situation and play Bell more. That would suck.

 

As of right now I would take this deal. I love what Moreno brings to the table. Buckhalter and Hillis aren't real threats to take carries away once Knowshon gets going. Thomas may share all year with Bell and Bush. He should still be productive, but not nearly as much as I though a week or two ago. Knowshon for PT is close enough, but if he is willing to throw in Moore, it seals the deal for me.

[RayLewis52 0]

Drafted out of the 1 spot tonight in a 10-teamer where we start 2 QBs. My QBs are awful-looking and I'm looking to make an improvement. Here is a deal on the table... Thoughts?

 

My Team:

 

QB Trent Edwards, Kyle Orton Bench: Mark Sanchez, Byron Leftwich

RB Adrian Peterson, Steven Jackson Bench: Ray Rice, Willie Parker, Ahmad Bradshaw

WR Greg Jennings, Wes Welker, Terrell Owens Bench: Ted Ginn Jr., Jeremy Maclin

TE Antonio Gates

DEF Bears

K Rob Bironas

 

The proposed trade:

 

I give Trent Edwards and Greg Jennings.

I get Carson Palmer and Donald Driver.

 

If no, please suggest how I can improve my QB situation.

 

Thank you in advance.

[Cuse9 129]

Im having trouble with who to start w/ my WR's being that they are the weak point of my team. I have Anthony Gonzales, Hines Ward, Walter, Gage and Henry.

Im leaning towards Ant Gonzo, Ward and Gage just because Gage blew up last time he played Pitt. I think Walter will still be hurt otherwise I play him instead of Gage. I also like Henry's matchup against DEN. What do you think? Thanks ahead of time.

Gonzo vs Jaguars

Ward vs Titans

Walter vs Jets

Gage vs Steelers

Henry vs Broncos

 

Match-up wise none of your wr's have an easy task. Even though the Broncos defense was horrendous last year they have decent cover guys and Dawkins lurking around.

 

We can get Gonzo out the way right now. He's an every week starter with no worries.

 

I rule out Gage for two reasons. One, I'm simply not a big fan of his. Two, it's the Steelers. I know he was 5-104 and a TD last year, but I'm pretty sure the Steelers DB's will be reminded of that and they'll make ammends. With Washington out, there is no real threat outside of Gage (not counting Johnson/White). If any wr has a big game I would expect it to be Britt, due to the fact that he will get minimal coverage, which could be a HUGE mistake. Britt has extraordinary skills!

 

That leaves Ward, Walter, Henry. Hines Ward is a warrior, I'd never count him out. Most likely he'll be a no brainer starter every week. He's been my favorite wr in the league for years....and I don't like the Steelers.

 

So, Henry or Walter. Henry has the speed to get by anyone. He's had a tremendous pre-season. I believe Coles will be on the field more because he's a better all around receiver. Henry lacks the ability to block well and doesn't sell his routes like he should. Even though he brings bigtime playmaking ability when he's on the field, I'm not a big fan of that. I love guys that have big game ability when they are the #1 or #2, but not when they're the #3. I like opportunities alot more than big plays. I'll take the guy that gets thrown to 6-8 times a game for a potential of 60-80 yds and TD vs a guy who will see 3-5 passes a game with the potential of 30-100 yds and a TD, I'll take the more solid pick...the guy who gives me a better chance to get solid points.

 

That leaves Kevin Walter. Don't be surprized if AJ/Walter turns into a dynamic duo by seasons end. They compliment one anothers skills greatly. Walter does have a hamstring injury, but I do believe he'll play. Hamstring injuries absolutely suck. They can take turn for the worse at the drop of a hat. From everything I've read it looks as though Walter is going to play. He was very inconsistant last year, but I expect a much more consistant wr this year. He has great hands and great size which will make him a reliable target anywhere on the field.

 

I say Gonzo, Ward and Walter.

[Cuse9 129]

Drafted out of the 1 spot tonight in a 10-teamer where we start 2 QBs. My QBs are awful-looking and I'm looking to make an improvement. Here is a deal on the table... Thoughts?

 

My Team:

 

QB Trent Edwards, Kyle Orton Bench: Mark Sanchez, Byron Leftwich

RB Adrian Peterson, Steven Jackson Bench: Ray Rice, Willie Parker, Ahmad Bradshaw

WR Greg Jennings, Wes Welker, Terrell Owens Bench: Ted Ginn Jr., Jeremy Maclin

TE Antonio Gates

DEF Bears

K Rob Bironas

 

The proposed trade:

 

I give Trent Edwards and Greg Jennings.

I get Carson Palmer and Donald Driver.

 

If no, please suggest how I can improve my QB situation.

 

Thank you in advance.

You're fine! You are stacked at WR. Owens as your third....superb! Rice, Parker and Bradshaw on your bench behind Peterson/Jackson. Excellent!

 

You don't need to do a thing. Let's look at what you drafted:

 

Mark Sanchez. Why can't he become a guy who goes for 220 ypg with a TD here and 2 TD's there? He has a speedster in Clowney, posession guy in Stuckey and a do it all guy in Cotchery. Throw in a rising TE in Keller and Jones is an excellent pass catcher out of the backfield. Faneca, Ferguson and Mangold provide excellent protection from his blindside and Woody is a great RT. Sanchez is in a great situation. No reason to worry about him. **Bonus: He may add Brandon Marshall to this mix!

 

Trent Edwards. He has a top target in Owens. McNabb flourished in his first year with Owens, Garcia lit it up with Owens, Romo became a fantasy star with Owens. Throw in Evans, Parrish, Lynch, Jackson. There is plenty of weapons for Edwards to throw to. The line will definitly be in some trouble with some key offensive line losses, but Edwards has great potential to add to his 2700 yd 11 TD performance last year.

 

Kyle Orton: He's the gunslinger for the West New England Patriots. IF McDaniels can get his system going in Denver, Orton could be in for a huge year. Royal and Stokley are very nice duo to run his offense. If Brandon Marshall gets his head out of his butt, he would simply add to the firepower. Speaking of Marshall, he was the best thing that happened to Denver. His antics turned the team into McDaniels supporters. I do believe his system will work and Orton will be the main benefactor of it. I do not expect 30+ TD's, but I do expect 22-25 TD's and about 200-220 ypg.

 

Byron Leftwich: He inhertis Antonio Bryant and Kellen Winslow. Two proven weapons with alot left to prove. Michael Clayton seems ready to step back into his rookie year producing numbers. Throw in pass catching RB's Caddy and Ward and Lefty could turn into a decent fantasy QB. Not great, but servicable.

 

If you can balance out your weak spots then you did your job. I think you drafted perfect. Loaded up at other spots and drafted great QB's with potential. I don't see any of them becoming top ten QB's, but if they can get you respectable points the rest of your team will more than make up for it.

 

Palmer is no safer bet than any of the QB's you have. Plus if your playoffs start in week fourteen he plays Minn then he goes against SD...yikes.

 

You did very well, don't panic cause your not stacked everywhere. I would be happy with this team, no question.

 

Great job, now don't go screw it up!

[RayLewis52 0]

You're fine! You are stacked at WR. Owens as your third....superb! Rice, Parker and Bradshaw on your bench behind Peterson/Jackson. Excellent!

 

You don't need to do a thing. Let's look at what you drafted:

 

Mark Sanchez. Why can't he become a guy who goes for 220 ypg with a TD here and 2 TD's there? He has a speedster in Clowney, posession guy in Stuckey and a do it all guy in Cotchery. Throw in a rising TE in Keller and Jones is an excellent pass catcher out of the backfield. Faneca, Ferguson and Mangold provide excellent protection from his blindside and Woody is a great RT. Sanchez is in a great situation. No reason to worry about him. **Bonus: He may add Brandon Marshall to this mix!

 

Trent Edwards. He has a top target in Owens. McNabb flourished in his first year with Owens, Garcia lit it up with Owens, Romo became a fantasy star with Owens. Throw in Evans, Parrish, Lynch, Jackson. There is plenty of weapons for Edwards to throw to. The line will definitly be in some trouble with some key offensive line losses, but Edwards has great potential to add to his 2700 yd 11 TD performance last year.

 

Kyle Orton: He's the gunslinger for the West New England Patriots. IF McDaniels can get his system going in Denver, Orton could be in for a huge year. Royal and Stokley are very nice duo to run his offense. If Brandon Marshall gets his head out of his butt, he would simply add to the firepower. Speaking of Marshall, he was the best thing that happened to Denver. His antics turned the team into McDaniels supporters. I do believe his system will work and Orton will be the main benefactor of it. I do not expect 30+ TD's, but I do expect 22-25 TD's and about 200-220 ypg.

 

Byron Leftwich: He inhertis Antonio Bryant and Kellen Winslow. Two proven weapons with alot left to prove. Michael Clayton seems ready to step back into his rookie year producing numbers. Throw in pass catching RB's Caddy and Ward and Lefty could turn into a decent fantasy QB. Not great, but servicable.

 

If you can balance out your weak spots then you did your job. I think you drafted perfect. Loaded up at other spots and drafted great QB's with potential. I don't see any of them becoming top ten QB's, but if they can get you respectable points the rest of your team will more than make up for it.

 

Palmer is no safer bet than any of the QB's you have. Plus if your playoffs start in week fourteen he plays Minn then he goes against SD...yikes.

 

You did very well, don't panic cause your not stacked everywhere. I would be happy with this team, no question.

 

Great job, now don't go screw it up!

 

I appreciate the quick feedback. I felt like I was drafting best available, but it was tough to settle for Orton/Edwards as starting QBs. Especially when everyone at the live draft was ragging on me for having weak QBs. I'd like to hope that I compensated for it elsewhere, but only time will tell. I tried to look for upside quarterbacks toward the end so hopefully I'll hit on a couple. Best of luck this season.

[jared7683 0]

McFadden or Pierre Thomas in a PPR redraft league?

[phillyjinx 21]

Gonzo vs Jaguars

Ward vs Titans

Walter vs Jets

Gage vs Steelers

Henry vs Broncos

 

Match-up wise none of your wr's have an easy task. Even though the Broncos defense was horrendous last year they have decent cover guys and Dawkins lurking around.

 

We can get Gonzo out the way right now. He's an every week starter with no worries.

 

I rule out Gage for two reasons. One, I'm simply not a big fan of his. Two, it's the Steelers. I know he was 5-104 and a TD last year, but I'm pretty sure the Steelers DB's will be reminded of that and they'll make ammends. With Washington out, there is no real threat outside of Gage (not counting Johnson/White). If any wr has a big game I would expect it to be Britt, due to the fact that he will get minimal coverage, which could be a HUGE mistake. Britt has extraordinary skills!

 

That leaves Ward, Walter, Henry. Hines Ward is a warrior, I'd never count him out. Most likely he'll be a no brainer starter every week. He's been my favorite wr in the league for years....and I don't like the Steelers.

 

So, Henry or Walter. Henry has the speed to get by anyone. He's had a tremendous pre-season. I believe Coles will be on the field more because he's a better all around receiver. Henry lacks the ability to block well and doesn't sell his routes like he should. Even though he brings bigtime playmaking ability when he's on the field, I'm not a big fan of that. I love guys that have big game ability when they are the #1 or #2, but not when they're the #3. I like opportunities alot more than big plays. I'll take the guy that gets thrown to 6-8 times a game for a potential of 60-80 yds and TD vs a guy who will see 3-5 passes a game with the potential of 30-100 yds and a TD, I'll take the more solid pick...the guy who gives me a better chance to get solid points.

 

That leaves Kevin Walter. Don't be surprized if AJ/Walter turns into a dynamic duo by seasons end. They compliment one anothers skills greatly. Walter does have a hamstring injury, but I do believe he'll play. Hamstring injuries absolutely suck. They can take turn for the worse at the drop of a hat. From everything I've read it looks as though Walter is going to play. He was very inconsistant last year, but I expect a much more consistant wr this year. He has great hands and great size which will make him a reliable target anywhere on the field.

 

I say Gonzo, Ward and Walter.

 

Not only did you give great insight. You made me feel a lot better with my mediocre WR core. Thanks dude. Very much appreciated!

[Cuse9 129]

McFadden or Pierre Thomas in a PPR redraft league?

I'm assuming you're talking about drafting one of them, not starting.

 

I was 100% in PT's corner. I truely thought he was gonna light it up this year and possibly crack the top ten....five?? Then this whole injury thing hits and Mike Bell emerges from the ashes. I wasn't concerned with Bush and Thomas sharing, but now that Bell may be in the mix it's scary.

 

However, you are deciding between Thomas and his possible three headed monster situation with McFadden and his exact same scenerio. McFadden, Bush and Fargas.

 

The difference comes down to opportunity. Thomas will have alot more opportunities to score over McFadden. Thomas will have a chance to get more carries, catches and yards. McFadden could very well out perform Thomas, but right now I would be more inclined to go with the back that was in a powerful offense vs one that was on an offense that is arguably the worst in the league.

 

Even though they are both sharing carries and McFadden has more talent, I would still rather run with Thomas. Thomas is falling out of my favor though.

[WishfulThinking 0]

Great job overall. You said it's your second year, here is what you are going to learn in the coming years. Fantasy football is 75% skill. Draft good, use the waiver wire well, trade smart and then......hope that Lady Luck is on your side. Keep your players healthy, perform up to their ability, don't punt a ball in practice, beat up their girlfriend.....you know, stay on the field!! Alot of luck, regardless of how great a fantasy genius you become!

 

You did well, good luck!

 

Amen. Last year I drafted Addai, B. Marshall, B. Edwards, Winslow and Plax. Nice mix of under performers and degenerates in that bunch.

[Cuse9 129]

I'm just curious as to how any of you did with your line-up and/or pick questions?

 

Did you make the right moves? Did I help or give bad advice?

 

Let me know!!

[madd futher mucker 36]

LOL I know I gave YOU the wrong advice....so I hope u didn't follow it.

 

OK Johnnie Knox is on waivers in our dynasty league. Knox got 2 catches for 82 yards (one long one) on 4 targets last week.

 

So far Mike Thomas has been sidelined with a bad hamstring and hasn't done anything except in camp prior to pre-season games. And of course Matt Jones is taking up roster space and could be cut. Is it time to cut bait for Knox? Do you think jones will have any value anytime soon?

 

What do your tea leaves say? Who should I drop?

 

Also do you have any experience with blind bid waivers with a $100 season budget in a dynasty league? I'm thing that $6 is about right. Thoughts?

 

BTW, how is project X going for you? I thought I'd hear back, but narry a word.

[Need2Know 0]

Cuse,

 

got a win week one

help me keep it rolling

 

start 3 wr

.5 ppr

6 pts all TDs

20 yards per rec point

 

WR1 Reggie Wayne @ MIA

 

now choose 2 out of these 4

 

L. Moore @ PHI

L. Coles @ GB

L. Murphy @ KC

M. Clayton(TB) @ BUF

 

I wanted to give Coles one more week, but dont know. Am leaning towards Moore and Murphy

Thanks

[KYSteel 0]

Hi thanks in advance. here's my help ?

 

16 teams 1 pt ppr all tds 6, pts for return yards and bonus for 100 yards rushing/receiving, 300 passing

 

start QB, RB RB, WR WR, TE, RB/WR, DEF, K

 

My Team:

 

QB: Romo, Farve

RB: Gore, JLewis, Caddy, JDavis

WR: RWilliams, GJennings, SRice, Stuckey

TE: Daniels

K: Gostkowski

Def. Indy, Tampa

 

Week 1 I scored the 2nd highest points in the league next to, you guessed it, the guy I was playing. I think my team got a little lucky with the points however.

 

Im looking to improve my team, but Im stuck on who to go after or put up for trade, ect. There is absolutely NOTHING on waivers.

 

What direction should I take in trying to improve my team? ( I know its a broad question, but i appreciate any help)

[jared7683 0]

PPR League (10 Team)

 

Got offered

 

Gore

Leon Washington

Calvin Johnson

 

for my

 

Andre Johnson

Pierre Thomas

Kevin Smith

 

Rest of my team is

 

Kurt Warner

Ocho

Steve Smith (Car)

DWIll

Reggie Bush

 

Do it or stay put?

[Chimp 0]

Hey cuse. Assuming all these guys go on sunday which one would you choose. PT, Felix, or M Bush. Also, would you drop C Henry for Burleson or S Smith(nyg)? Royal is my number 2 and I'm looking for go depth just incase.