 Albert Pujols, STLC (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 7/29/2009 |
| Pujols should still be a top 1 or 2 pick but with his recent elbow surgery to remove 5 bone spurs, don't be surprised if Pujols falls a few spots in drafts. He's a steal if he drops to 4th or 5th! He'll be ready by spring training! I'll still pick him #1 but I don't know if he'll top 2009 in 2010. It'll be close.
2009: .328/47HR/135RBI/124R/16SB/.443OBP
Fantasy Man Projection: .330BA/38HR/125R... (Read More) |
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| Miguel Cabrera, DETT (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/21/2008 |
| Cabrera turns 27 in April! What else do I need to say? He's just about to enter his prime! My 2010 MVP candidate!
2009: .320/35HR/120RBI/100R/5SB/.400OBP
Fantasy Man Projection: .330BA/38HR/125RBI/110R/8SB/400OBP
Draft Value: Top 5
Auction Value: $45
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10/21/2008.....
If it wasn't for that horrendous slump to sta... (Read More) |
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| Prince Fielder, MILB (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/15/2008 |
| Fielder have almost identical stats but Fielder comes out on top because he'll get you a slightly higher BA and OBP as Fielder will draw more walks and less K's. Plus, he's a better play in H2H leagues that count BB and K. Fielder is in a decent lineup, solid growth the last few years and is still quite young. He's a no brainer as my power foundation. However, what's his ceiling?
2009: .300/46... (Read More) |
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| Ryan Howard, PHIPh (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/20/2008 |
| Not a huge difference here from Fielder with the exception of BA and OBP in Roto leagues. The difference comes in H2H leagues that count BB and K's. Howard turns 30 in November so he's in the midst of his prime years. I don't think anyone senses any regression of power coming after watching him in the post season. I'm expecting about the same as the last two years. Better 2nd half player too!
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| Mark Teixeira, NYY (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/21/2008 |
| First year as a Yankee with a big contract and he delivered! The one knock I have on Tex, and I love Tex because he's a Yankee but you have to be getting sick of the slumps year in and year out. He's a great fantasy pick in the late first round for sure, but for me, I just can't take the half year slumps and he went through a couple of them this year. I'll take Tex late first round if he falls to ... (Read More) |
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| Matt Wieters, BALO (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 12/28/2008 |
| Wieters was super hot late in 2009 which helped put him on the map for 2010. There's already websites/experts hyping up the young Wieters (age 23) as his size (6'5" 230) and major league readiness could propel him to elite catcher status by the end of 2010. I rank him 4th among fantasy catchers because realistically, there's not much to look forward too after Wieters at the catcher position. So yo... (Read More) |
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| Jorge Posada, NYY (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 12/16/2008 |
| People will look at his age (38) and the fact that he only had 383 AB in 2009 and the hope is that they'll shy away on draft day. Talk about V-Mart being consistent, well Posada ranks right up there. He had that dream 2007 season where he hit .338 but other than that you can expect .280/20/85 pretty much every year. Posada is still ticking despite his age and if you've watched him this post season... (Read More) |
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| Brian McCann, ATLB (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/13/2009 |
| Did you know that McCann will only be 26 in February? It feels like he's been around forever! Dude still hasn't hit his prime yet! The only reason I move McCann down to 3rd under V-Mart is because McCann has a slight injury proneness problem and always seems to miss some time. Almost as bad as Mauer, and he only amassed 480 AB this year and never more than 509 in a season (2008). Imagine what McCa... (Read More) |
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| Victor Martinez, BOSR (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/13/2009 |
| What can I say here that's any different than any other year? He's a model of consistency. When you see .300/20/100 written somewhere, you think V-Mart! I mean let's be honest, anyone think he's not going to do that again in 2010? Playing in Fenway actually helps boost up that HR total a bit so I say 30 HR is pushing it but certainly possible. Hits behind Ellsbury and Pedroia, more walks than K's,... (Read More) |
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| Joe Mauer, MINT (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 10/15/2008 |
| This guy was unbelievable! Finally lived up to the hype. If he wins the MVP, he deserves it although my man is still Derek Jeter! Mauer posted career highs in hits, HR, RBI, BA, OBP, and SLG. The pros seem that this is the second consecutive year that Mauer proved he could do it, he turns 27 in April (Magical?), and he's a big size at 6'5"225lbs so it's nice to see that power fill out. The cons ar... (Read More) |
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| Kenny Britt, TENT (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 9/15/2009 |
| On quick glance of the box score, you’ll think that Britt had his breakout performance in just his first regular season game. Not so fast, but there is much reason for optimism for Titans fans. Britt’s final stat line (4 receptions on 6 targets for 85 yards) doesn’t tell the whole story. The majority of those yards came on a 57 yard reception at the end of the 1st half on a busted coverage from... (Read More) |
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| Zach Miller, OAKR (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 9/10/2009 |
| Nothing personal against Miller, but he’s going to be in for a rough match-up with the Chargers. Miller was drafted this summer as a starting TE; so many teams don’t have the luxury of sitting Miller down especially in the all important Week 1. The Chargers will harass Russell all night long, and with Chaz Schilens out you can be sure that Eric Weddle and company will know where Miller is on eve... (Read More) |
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| Ian Stewart, COLR (Baseball) Posted by fantasy young gun on 9/7/2009 |
| For me its Utley, Kinsler, Cano, Phillips, Pedroia, Hill, Roberts, Uggla, Stewart... which puts him in the top 8 in my opinion.... (Read More) |
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| Ian Stewart, COLR (Baseball) Posted by ringers19 on 9/7/2009 |
| He's hit a few dingers this week. I'm feeling a huge power surge to end the month of September on a high note to put himself in the top 10 2B's for 2010. He's one of those guys whose going to slump and be inconsistent all season, but hit 20+ HR with a terrible BA and then have an amazing September to try to get all of us to forget about the inconsistent season! I see it coming!... (Read More) |
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| Aaron Hill, TORB (Baseball) Posted by ringers19 on 9/7/2009 |
| Does anyone realize that this guy has 31 HR so far this season? Unbelievable. Does he crack the top 25 picks in drafts next year? I think he'd need more SB's for that but he's certainly a top 6 2B in 2010 fantasy drafts.... (Read More) |
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| Fred Jackson, BUF (Football) Posted by fantasy young gun on 9/7/2009 |
| Anyone know what the real deal is with this guy? He is only starting 3 games? How much more playing time do you think he'll get after?... (Read More) |
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| Mark Sanchez, NYJ (Football) Posted by fantasy young gun on 9/7/2009 |
| If the Jets can get Mark Sanchez a guy like Brandon Marshall, his fantasy value obviously increases. What are the Jets waiting for? Marshall wants a trade and the Jets need a top notch WR! Make it happen people!!... (Read More) |
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| Kenny Britt, TENT (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/27/2009 |
| Kenny Britt is taking full advantage of Nate Washington’s injury and is likely one of the starting WR’s on opening day for the Titans. Temper your expectations of Britt because of the conservative approach of the Tennessee passing attack, but Britt is now a viable fantasy option in the last rounds of your draft or as a priority free agent off the waiver wire.... (Read More) |
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| James Davis, CLEB (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/27/2009 |
| Former Ravens and Browns scout Daniel Jeremiah has been high on Cleveland running back James Davis this preseason. Davis won’t pose a threat to Jamal Lewis’s job yet, but he likely has vaulted himself past Jerome Harrison on the depth chart. Davis could have decent fantasy value this year with 5-10 carries per game if Cleveland isn’t playing from way behind.... (Read More) |
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| Mark Sanchez, NYJ (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/27/2009 |
| Mark Sanchez had a much different result in his first preseason start than the success he enjoyed against the Rams a week earlier. Sanchez had a deer in headlights look about him when the cameras zoomed in for a close-up as he faced the vaunted Baltimore defense. Sanchez bounced back nicely with a touchdown pass to Leon Washington on a wheel route in the second quarter. Sanchez didn’t appear to... (Read More) |
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| Hakeem Nicks, NYG (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/27/2009 |
| Hakeem Nicks will start the season as a reserve with the anticipated news out of New York that Domenik Hixon and Steve Smith are atop the Giants depth chart at WR. Nicks will supplant Hixon at some point this season because he is too talented to keep off the field, and Hixon will have to prove that he can get open against top flight defensive backs now focused on stopping him.... (Read More) |
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| Knowshon Moreno, DENB (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| Newly signed Knowshon Moreno got into the game against the 49ers and suffered a mild knee sprain. Reports indicate he should miss 1-2 weeks and be ready for the start of the season. This news makes Moreno an even greater value on draft day, as he will probably fall another round or two on this injury news. Moreno is worth the risk, and could be a vital part to your fantasy football team this se... (Read More) |
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| Michael Crabtree, SF49 (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| Michael Crabtree still has not signed his rookie deal yet, and as each day goes by he appears less likely to make an impact in his rookie season. The rumors that he would sit out the entire season to reenter the 2010 Draft are just that. He would not go higher than 10th next season. I won’t bump down Crabtree in my rankings yet because of his dynasty value, but you might want to start looking a... (Read More) |
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| Kenny Britt, TENT (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| I was surprised to see Kenny Britt’s stat line against the Buccaneers: 5 catches for 89 yards including a 37 yard touchdown catch from Vince Young. He did limp off the field with an apparent ankle injury, but it did not appear to be serious. You might want to start giving strong consideration to spending a late round pick on Britt if he is able to produce as he did in his debut.... (Read More) |
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| Donald Brown, INDC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| Donald Brown looks like he will live up to the hype this season. He had a much better burst than Addai did, and once Brown picks up the blitz pickups he should be the lead back for the Colts. Addai is much better suited for a committee than as a lead back in the NFL.... (Read More) |
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| Matthew Stafford, DETL (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| Matthew Stafford had a successful debut against the Falcons. He did throw a pick six to the defense, but even without Calvin Johnson showed he can move the offense. He looked to develop solid chemistry with fellow rookie Derrick Williams on his lone TD throw.... (Read More) |
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| Mark Sanchez, NYJ (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/18/2009 |
| Mark Sanchez looked great in his short stint when he entered the game in the 2nd quarter against the Rams. He set the tone early with his 48 yard pass to David Clowney, and he just might have the “it” factor it takes to be a successful NFL Quarterback. Sanchez’s enthusiasm and body language is that of someone who wants to be the starter, while Clemens looked like he was going through the motions... (Read More) |
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| Hakeem Nicks, NYG (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| You’ve seen the highlights on YouTube. Hakeem Nicks made a sensational behind the back catch against West Virginia in last years Meineke Car Care Bowl on his way to a dominating 8 catch, 217 yard, 3 touchdowns receiving.
Nicks used this bowl game performance to propel himself into the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft as a selection of the New York Giants. Nicks is one of the few wide receivers... (Read More) |
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| James Laurinaitis, STLR (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| James Laurinaitis didn’t get a lot of coverage leading up to the draft, but the Rams were more than willing to bring him into the fold as the second round selection. Coach Spagnuolo can already envision Laurinaitis as his Antonio Pierce in the middle of the defense.
The addition of Middle Linebacker James Laurinaitis will help the Rams out at two positions; Will Witherspoon shifts over to his m... (Read More) |
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| DeSean Jackson, PHIE (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Daniel Jeremiah, former Ravens and Browns scout, had this to say on his Twitter feed today (http://twitter.com/MoveTheSticks):
-Desean Jackson is off to a good start. Last week we predicted a pro bowl yr for him and I don't think 1,300 yds is far-fetched.
----Go ahead and move up DeSean on your draft boards, if you are able to get him as your WR3 you can expect big things of your fantasy tea... (Read More) |
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| Chris Wells, ARIC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Jim Trotter of SI.com writes in his Rookie Review that Beanie Wells sustained an ankle injury during the first practice of camp. The injury tag seems to have stuck with Wells, and an early training camp injury will not help put those concerns to rest. Trotter called it a freak injury as two players rolled on his leg from behind.
Wells will get drafted too early for you to seriously consider h... (Read More) |
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| Shawn Nelson, BUF (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Nelson landed in a great situation in Buffalo after they’ve added Terrell Owens and jettisoned TE Robert Royal out the door. The Bills have not featured the tight end in their offense much in the past, but Nelson has the skill set to change that.
Nelson had a great senior campaign at Southern Miss, and an impressive Senior Bowl and Scouting Combine. Nelson propelled himself into the 4th round... (Read More) |
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| Brandon Pettigrew, DETL (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Pettigrew was the most complete TE available this year, and the Lions selected him 20th overall. Pettigrew is a superior blocker, and will become an extension of the offensive line on running plays. His blocking ability will help increase his potential fantasy stats because he’ll be a three down player immediately for the hapless Lions.
Pettigrew’s greatest value in fantasy football will come... (Read More) |
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| Josh Freeman, TBB (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Don’t expect to see much of Freeman on the field in 2009. If the Bucs fall out of playoff contention late in the season, Freeman could get a few starts like JaMarcus Russell and Jay Cutler did at the end of their rookie campaigns. Once the Bucs make the switch to Freeman, it will be his team for better or worse.
Freeman has the physical tools that make scouts drool; there is no question about t... (Read More) |
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| Mark Sanchez, NYJ (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Queue up some Joe Flacco game tape from last season and you’ll have some semblance of Sanchez’s 2009 prospects. Like Flacco, Sanchez steps into an unsettled QB situation on a playoff ready team. Head Coach Rex Ryan will ask Sanchez to manage the game and convert the 3rd and long situations their running game will put them in.
Sanchez may never be a top fantasy QB, but you will feel confident ha... (Read More) |
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| Matthew Stafford, DETL (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| As of right now, the Lions are entertaining the idea of throwing Stafford to the wolves for the starting quarterback job Week 1. A more likely scenario will put Stafford on the sidelines for a few weeks before getting the nod over Culpepper. Much like Jay Cutler, Stafford will look like an all-pro on one throw and then leaving your head shaking on the next.
Stafford has the talent to develop in... (Read More) |
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| Darrius Heyward-Bey, OAKR (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| The pundits may have had it right; Al Davis might have finally lost it. Darius Heyward-Bey isn’t nearly as bad of a prospect he’s been made out to be. In fact had he gone later in Round 1, the concerns about being a reach wouldn’t be there and he would be able to slowly adapt to his new surroundings. Now with the pressure of being the first wide receiver drafted, all eyes will be on him very close... (Read More) |
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| Kenny Britt, TENT (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Britt is probably the one wide receiver from the 2009 draft class where there is such a discrepancy on his scouting report and future prospects in the NFL. The Sporting News compared him to Larry Fitzgerald, while others had him as a 2nd or 3rd round prospect. Everything seems to be in good order: top recruit at Rutgers, high level of production in the tough Big East and great size. The questions ... (Read More) |
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| Brian Robiskie, CLEB (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Robiskie could be a top sleeper in PPR leagues in 2009. Don’t be fooled by Robiskie’s sub-par season. The Buckeyes started the Terrelle Pryor era earlier than expected and though they won 10 games, their passing attack regressed with the freshman under center.
While Robiskie won’t win many footraces, this coach’s son will develop into an excellent possession receiver opposite Braylon Edwards. R... (Read More) |
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| Jeremy Maclin, PHIE (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| The Miami Dolphins are still trying to determine if Ted Ginn Jr. can ever develop into a true #1 wide receiver three seasons later. Ginn has speed and quickness in spades, but if he cannot develop more toughness then he will never be anything more than a gadget player or decoy. If Andy Reid is not careful, the same fat could await Jeremy Maclin.
Maclin put up monster stats in the Missouri sprea... (Read More) |
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| Percy Harvin, MINV (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| The Percy Harvin hype train is in full force already before training camp has even begun. Percy still has a lot of learn about playing wide receiver in the NFL, but he is already what the Bears hope Devin Hester can become as a WR.
Wide Receiver, Wildcat Quarterback, and Kick Returner are just some of the roles planned in 2009 for Harvin by Head Coach Childress. Much like the Saints do for Regg... (Read More) |
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| Hakeem Nicks, NYG (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Nicks seemingly came out of no where in 2008, but NFL scouts have known who he is for awhile. Nicks played in a pro-style offense under former NFL head coach Butch Davis at North Carolina. Davis has taught Nicks what he’ll need to know to adapt to the NFL quickly and what it takes to be a professional at the next level. He will not lack any self confidence; reportedly he has already compared himse... (Read More) |
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| Michael Crabtree, SF49 (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Crabtree is the top wide receiver prospect from the 2009 Draft regardless of what Al Davis thinks. There have been some rumblings that several teams removed Crabtree from their draft boards for reported “diva” character concerns. If Mike Singletary can put the eccentric Vernon Davis in his place, he’ll have no issues with Michael Crabtree.
Quarterback questions aside, Crabtree has the best pure... (Read More) |
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| Shonn Greene, NYJ (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| In case you missed the press clippings; Greene’s arrival to Gotham has supposedly already brought a premature end to the Thomas Jones era. That will not be the case in 2009 as Jones still has plenty of good football left in the tank. Greene was one of the few power backs available in this draft class and he lasted until the first selection of Round 3. Concerns over Greene’s playing speed caused hi... (Read More) |
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| Donald Brown, INDC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Donald Brown was appealing to the Colts at the end of Round 1 for many reasons. Brown has the character and work ethic that every coach wants out of his entire 53 man roster. Brown is a humble individual and will accept a part time role with Joseph Addai after a stellar college career at UConn. He’ll be a perfect fit for the Colts famed stretch play and play action pass. Brown was not asked to blo... (Read More) |
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| Knowshon Moreno, DENB (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| New Broncos Head Coach Josh McDaniel’s shocked many of the draft pundits for selecting Moreno 12th overall after bringing in an entire stable of new running backs into Denver this off-season. The Broncos reportedly had Moreno as one of their top players on their draft board, and couldn’t let such great value pass them by. Moreno isn’t the biggest or the fastest player, but he makes up for it in vi... (Read More) |
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| LeSean McCoy, PHIE (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| McCoy seemingly fell to the second round after being mentioned by many as a first round prospect. The Eagles gladly drafted McCoy to be the eventual replacement for Brian Westbrook. Ironically many had compared McCoy to his new teammate Westbrook because of their small stature, ability to break runs outside and having excellent hands at the running back position. McCoy’s measurables didn’t match u... (Read More) |
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| Chris Wells, ARIC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| On paper Beanie Wells looks to have the best opportunity of all the rookie runners to have success in 2009. Wells will benefit from being a part of the high flying Cardinals offense featuring Kurt Warner, Larry Fitzgerald, and Anquan Boldin and a gaping hole at running back with the departure of Edgerrin James. Wells only has to the fight off a challenge from the unspectacular but effective Tim Hi... (Read More) |
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| Michael Crabtree, SF49 (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/5/2009 |
| Monitor this situation closely as Training Camp opens around the NFL. Early word is that Crabtree and agent Eugene Parker are seeking a deal that would pay Crabtree as much as the third overall choice would receive. Crabtree fell to 10th overall, so a lengthy holdout could be on the horizon.
Bump Crabtree down your draft board if he indeed holds out, it will be even tougher for him to adapt... (Read More) |
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| Reggie Wayne, INDC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/4/2009 |
| Eric Hartz of ColtPower.com posted today on his Twitter feed (http://twitter.com/ColtPower) that Anthony Gonzalez has been getting more looks in training camp with the departure of Marvin Harrison. He appears to be third in the pecking order for Peyton Manning behind Reggie Wayne and Dallas Clark.... (Read More) |
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| Anthony Gonzalez, INDC (Football) Posted by RookieBlitz.com on 8/4/2009 |
| Eric Hartz of ColtPower.com posted today on his Twitter feed (http://twitter.com/ColtPower) that Anthony Gonzalez has been getting more looks in training camp with the departure of Marvin Harrison. He appears to be third in the pecking order for Peyton Manning behind Reggie Wayne and Dallas Clark.... (Read More) |
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| Ricky Romero, TORB (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 7/3/2009 |
| Currently 10-4/3.53ERA/1.38WHIP/87K in 109IP and for a minute, was about to be the ace of the Toronto staff if Roy Halladay were to be dealt. Romero is 24 years old and has been bouncing around the minors since 2005 with mild success, so I wouldn't look at his minor league numbers and frustrate yourself. I think looking at his work this year in the bigs is more beneficial. Romero has had a few hic... (Read More) |
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| Colby Rasmus, STLC (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 12/30/2008 |
| Not sure if he’ll ever have a .300BA but he’ll hit a ton of HR and steal a few bases. Right now his future looks dim because of the acquisition of Matt Holliday and the recent hitting of Rick Ankiel and Ryan Ludwick. What you like about Rasmus is that he looks like a fully matured ball player. His minor league numbers blow when you look at them overall except for the monster year that he had in 20... (Read More) |
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| Nolan Reimold, BALO (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 8/3/2009 |
| Here's a guy who came out of nowhere in 2009 to post some solid rookie numbers. If you've kept up with The Fantasy Man, you would have had Reimold on your radar in March though! At 25 years old and room to grow, you have a solid all around player with .280+/25HR/90+ potential in 2010 as the starting RF in Baltimore. While Matt Wieters gets all the hype, Reimold quitely has 10HR and 6 SB in 217 AB ... (Read More) |
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| Ian Stewart, COLR (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 6/12/2009 |
| Multi position eligibility and 20+HR/100RBI potential could make Stewart a steal next year. He’ll have to cut down on the K’s but you can draft him as your primary 2B and expect a better BA in 2010. Looking at his swing and size, there is no doubt he can hit 30HR at some point too. Stewart originally came up as a 3B so you know the power is there. Stewart is 24, he hit 30 HR in Single A in 2004 as... (Read More) |
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| Billy Butler, KCR (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 6/20/2009 |
| All he’s missing is the power….and it will come. Believe think he'll hit 30HR as soon as next year. He's only 23 and with his fantastic contact making skills, it's only a matter of time before the doubles turn into HR's. Once the HR's come, they'll also be a huge potential for an increased OBP. He hovers in the .340 OBP range but once the power comes, he could certainly be a .400+ guy.
Why he's ... (Read More) |
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| Thomas Jones, NYJ (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| He's a full-time RB who I simple have no interest in. He's 30 with 9 years in so I can't imagine much of a better year than last year. Maybe more carries with the rookie under the snap but I can still remember the poop of a year Jones had before Farve landed on teh Jets. Yes, I am a Giants fan and live in NY so I get a double dose of Thomas Jones every Monday on sports radio!... (Read More) |
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| Kevin Smith, DETL (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Scored 8 TD's on 976 yards last season. Now has a real QB (a rookie who should hand off a lot in the beginning) and the offense overall is looking better. Smith makes for a nice RB who should out perform his draft position!... (Read More) |
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| Darren McFadden, OAKR (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| 2nd year and with some consistency really has the potential to break out. He's got Adrian Peterson break out potential and is my favorite sleeper heading into 2009/10.... (Read More) |
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| Reggie Bush, NOS (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| He's all over the field and his fantasy stats are all over the place too, maybe this year we get some kind of consistency. I just can't rank him higher until we see if he can show any kind of consistency. Bump up a few spots for PPR leagues.... (Read More) |
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| Ryan Grant, GBP (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Super slow 1st half last season but picked it up in the 2nd half, his stock could rise quickly. Makes for a nice pick as a second pack at the end of the 2nd round.... (Read More) |
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| Ronnie Brown, MIAD (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Brown has 1st round potential if he stays healthy. Simple as that. Scored 5 TD's in that game last year and then after that he didn't do much. Age 27 and only in the league 4 years so there is still time to break out finally.... (Read More) |
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| Steve Slaton, HOUT (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| 2nd year, will probably crack top 10 by seasons end, lots of receiving yards and you can certainly bump him up a few spots in PPR leagues. Ran for 1200+ yards last season and started as the 3rd RB on the depth chart. Now he's the primary RB and shouls have a nice follow up season.... (Read More) |
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| Larry Johnson, KCC (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| How the mighty have fallen, he's not old, he's still powerful, and now has an offense around him. I like Johnson to have a sneaky bounce back year. Everyone is down on this guy. Yes, he's 30 and has done poop the last few years, but he's oozing with a "come out of nowhere" type of season. I mean, he's only been playing in the NFL for 6 seasons, its not like he's totally banged up. I just have a hu... (Read More) |
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| Marshawn Lynch, BUF (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| 3rd full year means stats could get a nice boost as Buffalo offense is getting better and the field opens up with the addition of Terrell Owens. This will be Lynch's best year but he'll probably have to share the TD's with TO.... (Read More) |
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| Marion Barber, DALC (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| He's a bruising back, does his best work in the 4th quarter but was somewhat disappointing last season knocks him down a bit. Here is another guy who was top 10 last season who could out produce his draft position.... (Read More) |
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| Joseph Addai, INDC (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| I'd love to rank him higher but he's always hurt! What else can I say? Great speed and skills but this guy can't stay on the field. Addai is however somewhat of a sleeper here in the second round. I say that because he was a top 5 pick last season and he's only been in the league 3 years.... (Read More) |
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| DeAngelo Williams, CARP (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| He's a guy who can bust out a 90 yard TD run in the 1st quarter and then do nothing the rest of the game. What I like about Williams is that he's playing for a contract this year and with Jonathon Stewart waiting in the wings and splitting time, Williams can follow up last years break out with something better. He's slightly risky this early but the pay off could be huge!... (Read More) |
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| Chris Johnson, TENT (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Even with LenDale White getting goaline carries, Johnson will be a a top-notch player this season with stupid break out speed and vision. Johnson had 10 TD's in 2008 while splitting time with White. Expect Johnson to exceed last years numbers.... (Read More) |
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| Brandon Jacobs, NYG (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Monster size, biggest RB out there, overall carries should increase with Derrick Ward out of the picture. This dude is 6'4" and can bulldoze 5 defensive linemen at once. He won't make many receptions but his TD total should increase a bit and his offensive line is intact! He's also only 27.... (Read More) |
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| Clinton Portis, WASR (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Still plenty left in the tank, only 27 years old so this could be his best season yet! Assuming he stays healthy he's pretty reliable week to week, a work horse, with a good offensive line. He's been in the league 7 years so most people are looking for the next Adrian Peterson. Grab Portis in the mid to late first round and you'll be happy this season.... (Read More) |
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| Frank Gore, SF49 (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| If he can stay healthy, Gore has the potential to be a beast if used correctly. He's the focal point of the offense but if the 49ers can spread the ball around enough, Gore could have another productive season. He only missed 2 games last year but he averaged 4.3 yards per carry which is enticing. He's got good hands and speed, you can't let him go much further than this.... (Read More) |
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| Matt Forte, CHB (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/29/2009 |
| Great receiver in which he led the Bears with 63 receptions. I don't think Kevin Jones will be much of a factor so I'm looking for a nice follow up season with the addition of Jay Cutler. Most will tell you that Forte could lose touches with a QB like Cutler but being such a great receiver, I think you can expect the opposite.... (Read More) |
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| Garrett Jones, PITPi (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 7/28/2009 |
| Has 10 HR and batting .330 in 88 AB. Looks like the Pirates OF going forward could be McCutchen, Jones and Delwyn Young…if the Pirates are smart! Jones was consistently a 20+HR guy in the minors. He’s a little older at 28, monster size at 6’4” 245lbs, a decent fielder, and has 1B eligibility. He’s not a huge K guy so he has that working for him.... (Read More) |
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| Delwyn Young, PITPi (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 7/28/2009 |
| Batting .300+ in 152 AB this season. Averaged about .300/18HR the last 4 years in the minors and could finally get a full-time chance to play, he’s 27. He's a better option than most on that team, has experience and if the Pirates trade Freddy Sanchez, Young could get 2B eligibility as well!... (Read More) |
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| Willy Aybar, TBR (Baseball) Posted by The Fantasy Man on 7/28/2009 |
| Batting .282/8HR in 163AB with multi-position eligibility. Aybar has a solid bat, decent power and ability to hit .300. He’s 26 but hasn’t had much of a chance to play full-time. He’ll be an important part of the Rays pennant chase this season so be ready to see more AB’s down the stretch. The ability to play all over the field will help him play almost every day.... (Read More) |
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| Grady Sizemore, CLEI (Baseball) Posted by ringers19 on 7/28/2009 |
| What's up with this dude's elbow? I have a trade offer out there and wondering what to do. The elbow seems to be a problem but I remember everyone said the same about Pujols last year! The Indians suck and if they trade VMart, there goes any protection for Sizemore. Its tough, but any HR/SB I can get I'll be happy and he hit a HR the other night. I think he's worth the risk. If his elbow was real... (Read More) |
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| Jimmy Rollins, PHIPh (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/19/2009 |
| So far July has been outstanding for Rollins. Through the 19th, Rollins is 23/61 batting .377 in the month. While his batting average has improved greatly, he has only one home run and eight RBIs in the month.
He has scored 13 runs and stole six bases in the month. Overall he has raised his .24 points from .207 to .231. If you held on this could be a great sign.... (Read More) |
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| Huston Street, COLR (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/19/2009 |
| Huston Street recorded his 23rd save of the season, but only his fourth save of the slow month of July. Street dominated the Padres and struck out two on only 11 pitches. Street has been outstanding for along time now and does not look like he is slowing down. Something changed in Street after he lost his job earlier this season. Whatever it was, it has created a monster closer that will easily re... (Read More) |
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| Joe Nathan, MINT (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/19/2009 |
| Joe Nathan wasn't as lucky! He pitched a near perfect inning, but raised his WHIP slightly by giving up a single hit. Ok, maybe the sarcasm isn't coming through the writing. Nathan looked outstanding again and is on one of the greatest streaks I've ever seen for a closer. Nathan hasn't given up an earned run since May 15 and he has 18 straight saves without blowing one. It was Nathan's fourth save... (Read More) |
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| Josh Johnson, FLAM (Baseball) Posted by Mick on 7/15/2009 |
| What can you tell me about this young phenom of the future???... (Read More) |
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| David Aardsma, SEAM (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/9/2009 |
| David Aardsma got rocked by the Orioles for five runs (3 ER) in the ninth inning. He came in with a three run lead and never recorded an out. Has the real David Aardsma shown himself? Has hitters figured out his striaght as an arrow fastball. Stay tuned and find out. The end result was a blown save and a loss for Aardsma. ... (Read More) |
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| Mariano Rivera, NYY (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/9/2009 |
| Mariano Rivera continued his hot streak by closing out the game verus the Twins 4-3. His ERA and WHIP continue to drop and he is only two saves away from the league leader Brian Fuentes. He has the tird lowest WHIP of all closers behind only Joe Nathan and Jonathan Broxton. If you owned Rivera as of May 16 when he had only seven saves and a 3.38 ERA, you were heavily dissappointed. However sin... (Read More) |
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| Francisco Rodriguez, NYM (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/8/2009 |
| Francisco Rodriguez got a nasty save today over the Dodgers 5-4. He entered the game with the score 5 -3 and quickly gave up a bomb to Manny Ramirez. He then walked a batter, struck out a batter, and then gave up a hit to Russell Martin. Luckily he made the perfect pitch to Andre Either to get the double play.
Check out more great closer information at www.thecloserreport.com.... (Read More) |
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| Scott Downs, TORB (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/8/2009 |
| After releasing BJ Ryan, the Blue Jays activated closer Scott Downs.
There is no doubt in my mind that Downs will resume closer duties immediately or as soon as the Blue Jays start winning.
Start him ASAP if you own him.
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| B.J. Ryan, TORB (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/8/2009 |
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There are many reasons why the Blue Jays lose and this is one of them. The Blue Jays released Ryan before tonight's game and activated Scott Downs.
Granted Ryan is pitching poorly this year, but releasing the left-handed veteran just isn't smart. First off, its the Blue Jays fault for rushing him back last season in record time after Tommy John surgery. Then he has a slow start this... (Read More) |
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| Kevin Gregg, CHC (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Kevin Gregg has been insanely hot. Since June 13th, Gregg is 3-0 with four saves. He has dropped is ERA down to 3.52 from 4.13 and he has had impeccable control walking only three batters in that time span. From April through June 12 he had 13 walks, so Gregg's control is a big reason behind his success in the last three weeks.
Get more great information at www.fantasybaseballsearch.com or www.... (Read More) |
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| Jose Valverde, HOUA (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Jose Valverde got his seventh save of the season. I've been worried about his performance lately, but today he looked outstanding. He struck out the side and pitched a perfect inning. All reports indicate he is healthy, but if you have Valverde, you should have Hawkins as well.
Get more great information at www.fantasybaseballsearch.com or www.thecloserreport.com. Email me at toddf@fantasybase... (Read More) |
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| Jason Frasor, TORB (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Jason Frasor got his third save for the Blue Jays, but it didn't come easy. Lucky for Frasor he had a three run league or we would be saying, "down goes Frasor!" He gave up two runs and needed 29 pitches to end the inning. This performance ballooned his ERA to 2.40, but his WHIP is still excellent at 1.03.... (Read More) |
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| Joakim Soria, KCR (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Joakim Soria saved another game tonight. It's his fifth save in a row and third in three days. He needed 20 pitches for the save and struck out two. There is no doubt we won't see Soria tomorrow, but he is producing rapidly for his owners.... (Read More) |
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| Brian Wilson, SFG (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Brian Wilson is easily one of the most underrated closers in the game today. Tonight he got his 22nd save of the season, but it wasn't a pretty one. He gave up two runs on three hits and a walk. You probably got him later in the draft and he has produced results for his owners, but at a cost. For a closer, he is hurting your ERA (3.79), WHIP (1.29), and is average in strikeouts. As we approach the... (Read More) |
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| Vladimir Guerrero, ANAA (Baseball) Posted by thetrueguru on 7/7/2009 |
| Vladimir Guerrero is hitting well lately. Over the past 7 games he is hitting .290 with two home runs and six RBI. He has six hits in the last three games. The power numbers aren't quite there, but by the time he gets into the OF it will be there. ... (Read More) |
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| Josh Johnson, FLAM (Baseball) Posted by Mick on 7/6/2009 |
| Is this guy lefit? 16 year old phenom from Las Vegas, getting GED to finish High Scholl to attend college to play baseball for a year and than go Pro....and become big time STAR???... (Read More) |
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| LaDanian Tomlinson, SDC (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| This is a make or break season for LT. He has to prove if he's done or not, and he's only 30. Every analyst is going to tell you he's on the decline and maybe so, but LT did however suffer toe and groin injuries last season, so I can't go too crazy that he might be in a decline. Many will say he's finished but if you get 1500 yards and 12TD, I'll take that at the end of the 1st round!
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| Brian Westbrook, PHIE (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| Every week I play him, he kills me! Ranks #1 in my opinion for receiving yards and PPR leagues! Had knee surgery in off season and ankle surgery in June to remove bone spurs. He may miss the beginning of camp and he's good to miss a few games during the year but when he plays, he's gold. He's the Chipper Jones of fantasy football! You might want to handcuff Westbrook with LeSean McCoy being that W... (Read More) |
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| Steven Jackson, STLR (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| This is the last year I rank Jackson in the top 5...unless he actually lives up to his potential! Monster size and if he stays healthy, should be his best year yet! Of his last 5 games in 2008, Jackson had 90+ yards in 4 of them scoring 3 TD. He's also a great receiver. This is the year he becomes an elite as he'll get a heavy workload and a ton of receptions. The rest of the offense stinks.... (Read More) |
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| Michael Turner, ATLF (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| He's for real, top notch offense, should continue where he left off last year. Everyone is dubbing him as the "safe" pick. He's durable and although he had a couple of forgettable games in 2008, overall he was stellar. Expect close to the same type of production in 2009. I Rank Jones-Drew over Turner because of the extra receptions and receiving yards you get from MJD.
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| Maurice Jones-Drew, JAC (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| He's small in height but dude has burst! Analysts feel this will be his best year yet since the Jags released Fred Taylor. Greg Jones will be in the mix for some goalline carries but this will be a huge year for Jones-Drew who also had 565 receiving yards in 2008! He's only 24, the unquestioned starter, and a fantastic receiver and that's why he's probably #2 on your list!! ... (Read More) |
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| Adrian Peterson, MINV (Football) Posted by thefantasyman on 7/3/2009 |
| What can I say, he's best all around. Break out speed and skills, big play potential, 1760 yards on 363 carries and 10 TD's last season. There's a good chance he'll break the 300+ carry mark again which makes him the clear cut #1.... (Read More) |
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| Chris Carpenter, STLC (Baseball) Posted by TheFantasyFix on 7/1/2009 |
| Carpenter's last start was a glitch on the radar (6/30/09 giving up 6 ER). In his previous 5 starts he had 36.2 IP with only 11 ER. He is an Ace by all definitions, and the ability to bounce back with a strong outing will show his resilience. Start him with no restraint.
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