Drew Brees, NO QB
Fred Jackson, Buf RB
BenJarvus Green-Ellis, Cin RB
Greg Jennings, GB WR
Denarius Moore, Oak WR
Antonio Gates, SD TE
Cedric Benson, GB RB
Bills D/ST D/ST
Matt Prater, Den K
Sam Bradford, StL QB
Carson Palmer, Oak QB
Rob Bironas, Ten K
Kendall Wright, Ten WR
Greg Olsen, Car TE
Cardinals D/ST D/ST
Giants D/ST D/ST
Pretty stoked about my Runningback Core and having Brees. My Defense is questionable, I might start NYG. I also am happy about my kicking game. My WR core and TE's though aren't the best.
The Giants D was sitting there, I can't believe it. Last round I decided to grab it over grabbing Steve Breaston or Mercedes Lewis.
You took 2 kickers? And prior to the last round?
Also how did the Giants D last that long. And I would suggest immediately dropping on of the kickers and probably also Cardinals D and picking up a pair of WRs. Also don't see a reason for 3 QBs.
Also how did the Giants D last that long. And I would suggest immediately dropping on of the kickers and probably also Cardinals D and picking up a pair of WRs. Also don't see a reason for 3 QBs.
You kind of do need 2 D's, and K's. Because theres this thing called a Bye Week. If you don't have a secondary option you cant get points from them that week. Thats the only reason I picked 2 of each(or 3 D's) I never intended on picking NYG. I was convinced after hearing an analyst this week that AZ's D would be good. The Giants D was just sitting there so I grabbed it, will probably dump AZ's now and look for a WR or TE.
I don't know enough about Bradford, so if he sucked i'd dump him or Carson, not that it matters too badly because Brees on his own should be solid. I could use these guys as trade bait maybe.
You kind of do need 2 D's, and K's. Because theres this thing called a Bye Week. If you don't have a secondary option you cant get points from them that week. Thats the only reason I picked 2 of each(or 3 D's) I never intended on picking NYG. I was convinced after hearing an analyst this week that AZ's D would be good. The Giants D was just sitting there so I grabbed it, will probably dump AZ's now and look for a WR or TE.
I don't know enough about Bradford, so if he sucked i'd dump him or Carson, not that it matters too badly because Brees on his own should be solid. I could use these guys as trade bait maybe.
Kickers an bye week defenses are waiver wire add ons the week they are needed. Wasted space untill then.
You kind of do need 2 D's, and K's. Because theres this thing called a Bye Week. If you don't have a secondary option you cant get points from them that week. Thats the only reason I picked 2 of each(or 3 D's) I never intended on picking NYG. I was convinced after hearing an analyst this week that AZ's D would be good. The Giants D was just sitting there so I grabbed it, will probably dump AZ's now and look for a WR or TE.
I don't know enough about Bradford, so if he sucked i'd dump him or Carson, not that it matters too badly because Brees on his own should be solid. I could use these guys as trade bait maybe.
2 kickers are a waste. Kicker points are usually more about luck (FGs vs TDs) and rarely is the difference between a "good" kicker and a lesser one important. Take 1, drop him at the bye week, and pick up a different one. Hell, sometimes I'll go through 3 kickers if the one I pick up has a bye week later in the season. I agree on deep benches about taking 2 defenses, but on a standard size bench I'd grab one and then at the bye week just pick one up (dropping either my current defense if they've been sucking, or whichever position player is doing nothing).
Pretty stoked about my Runningback Core and having Brees. My Defense is questionable, I might start NYG. I also am happy about my kicking game. My WR core and TE's though aren't the best.
Kickers are disposable, with very few excptions. You can worry about kicker byes when they happen. If someone wants to scoop Prater... you lose Prater, oh well, there will be 21 other kickers available and they'll put up similar numbers. I'd rather have Bironas, actually, Prater was kicker number 30 last year in two leagues I just looked up.
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You kind of do need 2 D's, and K's. Because theres this thing called a Bye Week
You say this, but then week 8 you will be starting one running back, Cedric Benson, provided he has not been injured, arrested, cut, or passed on the depth chart. Freddy and BJGE will be on bye week. Without knowing your scoring format, I'd assume that's a bad thing. I'd worry about having three running backs before I'd worry about having kicker coverage for a bye in week 11.
You have three quarterbacks, three defenses and two kickers, but only three old running backs and only three wide receivers. You need to fix these two positions by cutting a kicker, Sam Bradford and a defense. I'm an enormous Sam Bradford homer, but I can't envision you starting him in a single game this season.
Your tight ends are the least of your worries- if Gates has foot trouble again, Olsen will do a fine job filling the gap, and if Antonio's got two healthy feet, you'll be in business.
2 kickers are a waste. Kicker points are usually more about luck (FGs vs TDs) and rarely is the difference between a "good" kicker and a lesser one important. Take 1, drop him at the bye week, and pick up a different one. Hell, sometimes I'll go through 3 kickers if the one I pick up has a bye week later in the season. I agree on deep benches about taking 2 defenses, but on a standard size bench I'd grab one and then at the bye week just pick one up (dropping either my current defense if they've been sucking, or whichever position player is doing nothing).
Fair enough. I'm still keeping a backup D though. I think I may start the Giants this week because it's the first week and I have no idea what the Bills can give.
This is my other team, unfortunatly we aren't paying attention to this league because mmy buddy messed up and forgot to invite someone else who wanted to play. The computer picked this one:
Tom Brady, NE QB
Ryan Mathews, SD RB D
Ahmad Bradshaw, NYG RB P
Mike Wallace, Pit WR
Antonio Brown, Pit WR
Tony Gonzalez, Atl TE
Jonathan Stewart, Car RB
Ravens D/ST D/ST
Dan Bailey, Dal K
Isaac Redman, Pit RB P
Jay Cutler, Chi QB
LeGarrette Blount, TB RB
Nate Burleson, Det WR
Brandon Jacobs, SF RB
Michael Floyd, Ari WR
Andre Caldwell, Den WR
Well since fantasy talk is being allowed - might as well promote my Buffalo Range group for the various NFL Fantasy Games that are run on ESPN.com - Note: The name of the group comes from the website of that name as I'm a contributor there as LaxBandit - mainly via my posts in the shoutbox (chat room) portion of the site. Since a few of us in the shoutbox have been talking up props for their Streak For Cash game alot and we play some of their other NFL Fantasy Games, I decided this year to make Buffalo Range groups for those games. Unfortunately I haven't gotton many people from there to jump aboard so I decided to promote it here. Heres a post I made on that site.
Fantasy Games - ESPN.com
Well the start of the football season is coming up and if your a ESPN.com regular, you know they have some fantasy games involving one of our favorite sports. I've decided to make a Buffalo Range group for the following fantasy games:
Pigskin Pickem - its a straight up contest - just pick who you think will win each game. No spread, no confidence and your lowest weeks score is dropped.
Eliminator Challenge - their survivor game where you pick a different team each week, they win and you stay in the game. They lose and you are eliminated from the grand prize. Note: Still keep on picking though, each win gets you a point - most points in the group as long as everyone is eliminated from the grand prize wins the group and bragging rights.
Gridiron Challenge - pick a roster each week based on a salary and hope the players you choose score alot of points.
Streak For The Cash - not football specific - each day you pick sports props and hope to keep on winning so you can build a long enough streak for the month so you can win cash.
The password for each game (as always) is: GoBuffGo
Feel free to promote our group for these games-the more people that enter-the better the game is.
LaxSabre - Go Bills! - If your having trouble signing up - send me a PM here with the email address that you use on ESPN.com and what games you are taking part in and I'll send you a invite to join the Buffalo Range group for each game.
McGee and Anderson both expect to play. IMO I think we see a lot of Kelsay still (which I'd hope they do anyways, using them as situational run/pass guys makes a lot of sense, and I want Kelsay in there whenever Tebow is on the field). McGee said he's not 100%, but he'll be able to play. I don't know if he'll line up on the outside, or just nickel/dime, etc.
According to Hamilton, Moats splitting first team reps with Bradham today at SLB. Looks like Morrison has made the full-time switch to MLB. I wouldn't be surprised if he takes over for Sheppard rather quickly.
Bryant McKinnie (2009 Pro Bowl) and the Ravens couldn't come to an agreement on a restructured deal and will be released. Intriguing depending on your confidence in our current linemen.
Bryant McKinnie (2009 Pro Bowl) and the Ravens couldn't come to an agreement on a restructured deal and will be released. Intriguing depending on your confidence in our current linemen.
Can he play Right Tackle? isnt Pears hurt at the moment..
According to Hamilton, Moats splitting first team reps with Bradham today at SLB. Looks like Morrison has made the full-time switch to MLB. I wouldn't be surprised if he takes over for Sheppard rather quickly.
Geez...The linebackers and secondary really scare me. Hopefully the rookies can handle their share, and some veterans can step up. That defensive line is going to be the backbone of our defense. AS it probably should be for every defense. If we can get solid pressure, then we won't have to rely on our secondary.
Can he play Right Tackle? isnt Pears hurt at the moment..
Pears practiced yesterday and is expected to play Sunday, but he is banged up. I don't love out tackle situation. I doubt McKinnie would be too receptive to backing up Glenn, but for me that would be ideal. It gives you insurance for a Glenn injury or if he can't cut it and allows Hairston to focus on backing up RT where I feel he's better suited. May all be moot as some are speculating the Ravens havent given up on getting a deal done with him despite him having already tweeted that he's done with Baltimore.
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Geez...The linebackers and secondary really scare me. Hopefully the rookies can handle their share, and some veterans can step up. That defensive line is going to be the backbone of our defense. AS it probably should be for every defense. If we can get solid pressure, then we won't have to rely on our secondary.
I'm interested in seeing how McKelvin performs under Wanny's tutelage and with (presumably) a much improved pass rush. He doesn't seem to have a problem staying on his man's hip, he just seems to lack basic awareness and ball skills. Is that corectable? I'm not sure, but he looked pretty good from what I saw of camp and preseason. Williams doesn't seem to be performing too well, but he has the tools to be solid. We likely won't see a full season from McGee but hopefully he plays well when healthy. I have no problem at the safety spots. The secondary doesn't scare me too badly.
The linebackers are a disaster. Probably the worst in the league.
I really hope Fitz turns out to be the real deal so we can spend out 1st rounder at LB instead of QB. LB is definitely the weak spot on the roster, save for Barnett.
According to WGR, Thigpen is made the team which could mean either making Smith a full-time WR or they plan on going with 4 QBs and playing out the Thigpen/Jackson competition a little longer.
In what, practice? I don't see how they're going to get any game time unless Fitz gets injured week 1.
Bryant McKinnie (2009 Pro Bowl) and the Ravens couldn't come to an agreement on a restructured deal and will be released. Intriguing depending on your confidence in our current linemen.
ESPN is reporting that McKinnie and the Ravens did end up agreeing to a restructured contract.
2 kickers are a waste. Kicker points are usually more about luck (FGs vs TDs) and rarely is the difference between a "good" kicker and a lesser one important. Take 1, drop him at the bye week, and pick up a different one. Hell, sometimes I'll go through 3 kickers if the one I pick up has a bye week later in the season. I agree on deep benches about taking 2 defenses, but on a standard size bench I'd grab one and then at the bye week just pick one up (dropping either my current defense if they've been sucking, or whichever position player is doing nothing).
Depends. In the 12 team league I'm in, my choice is pretty much a 3rd string RB, a 4th string WR or an extra kicker. I'm never going to start another WR over Megatron, so why bother?
I didn't grab a second TE to play behind Gronk though.
Unless for whatever reason you're dead sure a kicker is gonna outscore all of the other kickers by 30+ points don't take a kicker before the last round and definitely don't ever take two. Take the low ranked WR or RB with upside instead.
Would you have rather rolled the dice on a Jordy Nelson in the 11th round last year or drafted Nate Kaeding as your backup kicker?
...A Darren Sproles in the 12th or a Mason Crosby?
For every Sproles or Nelson there are 7 flops but kickers are a dime a dozen so its worth taking the chance on upside versus a player in a crapshoot of a position that you'll start once.
