Week 9: Fantasy Recap
WEEK 9 BULLS AND BEARS
We are officially past the 2009 Season’s halfway point, and it’s about time for some Fantasy teams to hit the panic button. If you are currently towards the bottom of your league, you need to make some major adjustments, and the sooner, the better. A good strategy to pull off a dramatic comeback is to gamble on some players who have performed poorly in the first half in hopes of them turning things around. Also, take note of players’ schedules in the upcoming weeks. I typically do not consider a player’s schedule in the preseason, but if you are in a desperate situation, you need to explore every option available.
Here are your Week 9 Bulls and Bears: Read more…
PSL’s NFL Power Rankings – Week 9
Even though they won, the Colts lost their spot at number one. Both teams are arguably the number one team, but the Saints have just been so good this year, taking care of a very talented Atlanta Falcons team.
The Giants continue their losing streak, dropping their third straight. They’ve also lost three straight games to the Eagles, including the postseason. I said last week that if they wanted to stay in the top ten they’d have to beat Philadelphia. They couldn’t even keep it close and dropped back to number 11.
Denver lost to Baltimore, leaving just two unbeatens left. I guess the 1972 Dolphins and 2007 Patriots are getting ready to pop the champagne. Because the Lions lost to the Rams, there’s also only one winless team left (Tampa Bay).
Games to watch this week include: Houston at Indianapolis, Baltimore at Cincinnati, Miami at New England, San Diego at New York Giants, Dallas at Philadelphia, and Pittsburgh at Denver.
Check ProScoutlook.com every Tuesday to see where your team ranks in the National Football League. Power Rankings Here
Truth Serum
Who’s for real and who’s fakin’? Sometimes in fantasy it can be hard to tell the difference between guys who are finally breaking out and becoming stat sheet studs and those who are overly inflated and are about ready to burst. Generally speaking, when it comes to the first few weeks of the league, the rule of thumb is expect the unexpected but keep your head on straight and think long term.
The Ball Don’t Lie:
Aaron Brooks: On a Rockets team that desperately needed young guys to step up and take control in the absence of superstars Yao Ming and Tracy McGrady, Brooks is proving that he can do just that. After 5 games Brooks is averaging an impressive 20 points and 8 assists while connecting more than twice from long range in each game. With a giant void of stars in Houston the rest the way, I’d expect Brooks to continue with his impressive play. …read more
Week 8: Fantasy Recap
WEEK 8 BULLS AND BEARS
Halloween Weekend was full of Tricks and Treats. Brett Favre performed a trick on the Packers by beating them as a member of a division rival. Favre led the Vikings by passing for 4 TDs, and sweeping the Packers during the 2009 season. The Titans were given a treat as they earned their first victory of the season against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Although parity has been lacking this season, it has been abundant is some teams’ performance year after year. The Titans are the best example of that: after going 13-3 last season, they finally earned their first victory in Week 8.
Let’s check out some of the best and worst performances from Week 8: Read more…
PSL’s NFL Power Rankings – Week 8
The Steelers were able to bring the number of undefeated teams down to three. Because of that, they’ve worked themselves back into the top five – a place they haven’t been since week two.
Over the past two weeks, the Giants have managed to drop eight slots down to number nine. They’ll have an opportunity to climb back a bit this week if they beat their division-rival Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles have been slightly inconsistent lately, themselves. If they want to make it back into the top ten and stay there, they’ll have to beat the Giants and Cowboys the next couple weeks.
The bottom of the ladder remains ugly. Even some teams that have one or two wins look like they’ll lose every other game this season. This week, the “Battle of the Bads” takes place in Detroit when the Rams come into town to face the Lions.
Games to watch this week include Denver at Baltimore, New York Giants at Philadelphia, Miami at New York Jets, Minnesota at Green Bay, and Atlanta at New Orleans.
Check ProScoutlook.com every Tuesday to see where your team ranks in the National Football League. Power Rankings Here
Week 7: Fantasy Recap
WEEK 7 BULLS AND BEARS
Domination: The Unofficial Theme for Week 7.
If you are a fan of one-sided offensive blowouts, you must have loved Week 7. Of Week 7′s 13 games, 6 were decided by 28 points or more. Though there were a few compelling games (Saints-Dolphins, 49ers-Texans), many of the games were decided close to halftime.
So what does this mean from a Fantasy perspective? A lot of players greatly improved their Fantasy stock, while others greatly depreciated in value, and some players who lost their starting job.
Clueless Joe? Far from it.
As we embark on what should be a World Series full of story lines involving former and current rivals, Hall of Famers in waiting, champions of past, present, and future, lets not forget the men who led them there. I co-host a sports talk radio program in an industry that fields call after call, roasting players for bad games and managers for poor decisions. How about taking the opposite approach.
Why do we put all the blame on the manager when a team loses, but only praise the players when they win? Phillies manager, Charlie Manuel, was all but run out of town early in 2007, when coming off of two straight 2nd place finishes, his team started out 3-10 and looked destined to underachieve. Now, after three consecutive division titles and two NL pennants, Charlie is the best thing to hit Philly since some guy put cheese and steak together on a sandwich. …read more
Pardon the Disappointment
Dear Michael Wilbon,
In regards to your 10/26 Article “In the NBA, Expect the Expected” I must say I flat-out disagree and am rather appalled with your assessment of the 2009/2010 NBA Season. While I normally look up to your sports insight and your commentary, I have to say I’m disappointed with your shallow expectations for the upcoming NBA season. On the eve of the opening day of the NBA, I hold the highest of hopes for the upcoming season to be every bit as shocking and unexpected as it usually is. As a veteran sportscaster you should know that injuries, conflicts, suspensions, and team chemistry problems are not only likely to occur on high-profile teams, but will certainly affect the standings within the race for the NBA finals in June. While some NBA fans root for the favorites to make it all the way to see that epic showdown at center court between Kobe and LeBron, I root for the underdog and the long shot. …read more
PSL’S NFL Power Rankings – Week 7
Four unbeaten teams remain. This week, there’s a new number one. Actually, only one team in the top five stayed at the same spot.
This week, the Saints showed that they’re the best team in the NFC, and maybe the whole league. The Titans were embarrassed and have now dropped to 30th. And just when the Bengals were getting close to the top five, the lost. They have, however, managed to stay in the top ten, coming in at number nine.
The Broncos have a bye this week, so there will be at least one undefeated team after week seven. Pittsburgh looks to get back into the top five as they take on the Vikings this week.
Check ProScoutlook.com every Tuesday to see where your team ranks in the National Football League. Power Rankings Here
Week 6: Fantasy Recap
WEEK 6 BULLS AND BEARS
Week 6 was a wild one in the NFL. Filled with blowouts, bad weather, disappointing performances and hot seats getting hotter (especially at FedEx Field), Week 6 did not disappoint.
The weather in the northeast was horrible and had significant impact on several games, and some players fantasy value. The Titans decided not to show up against the Patriots, making the Pats look like their 2007 version, as they pitched 59 points in a shutout. Mark Sanchez showed that he performs much better in perfect conditions, throwing 5 INTs during the Bills overtime upset of the Jets.
All three active teams in the NFC East lost on Sunday, going a combined 0-3. In Washington, the Redskins proved that they are one of the worst offensive teams in the league. The Giants were absolutely dominated in what was suppossed to be the game of the week. And the Eagles were embarrassed by the Oakland Raiders. …read more
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