Because of Hurricane Ike, the NFL has postponed the Ravens/Texans game to November 9th. The game will be held during the Ravens bye week. The Texans' home game against the Cincinnati Bengals (that was originally scheduled for Nov. 9) will be moved to Oct. 26, which was the bye week for both of those teams. Got all that?
Fantasy Impact: It's a good thing most of the players on the Texans and Ravens suck or it could be an issue this week. However, some of you will need to replace Andre Johnson and Todd Heap.
Too bad this game was in Houston, if it was in Baltimore, Maryland we would'nt have this problem...we all know how Maryland rolls...
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Vince Young's done lost his mind
So apparently Monday night, Vince Young had a little incident. I heard on Chris Mortensen's radio show last night that the Titans called police to help find Vince Young since he was talking about suicide to his therapist before driving away from his home with a gun. Both Fisher and Young have called reports of the incident overblown. The Titan's head of security notified police around 7:30 p.m. that he had a player "going off." Vince Young's manager, or agent, or whatever, told police he had tried to follow Young when the quarterback left his home but he couldn't keep up with Young because he was driving over 90MPH!
Fantasy Impact: First of all, if you drafted Vince Young, maybe you should see a therapist. He has no fantasy impact. I don't want to make light of anyone with mental/depression problems, but personally, I don't have any issues that a few million dollars can't fix. So you got booed and hurt your knee Vince, I'm sure going home to your mansion probably helps. Suck it up dude, there are worse things in life than sucking in the NFL.
There are worse issues in life Vince. To me, yours ranks up there with this one...
Fantasy Impact: First of all, if you drafted Vince Young, maybe you should see a therapist. He has no fantasy impact. I don't want to make light of anyone with mental/depression problems, but personally, I don't have any issues that a few million dollars can't fix. So you got booed and hurt your knee Vince, I'm sure going home to your mansion probably helps. Suck it up dude, there are worse things in life than sucking in the NFL.
There are worse issues in life Vince. To me, yours ranks up there with this one...
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Sachie's Picks: Week 2
Titans over Bengals: Cincy was awful in week 1. Even their was vaunted offense was completely inept. Vince Young is out for the Titans...which could be a good thing.
Packers over Lions: Aaron Rodgers is the real deal and the Packer's D will put pressure on Kitna.
Chiefs over Raiders: The Chiefs may be a better team with Damon Huard behind center. The Raiders...well they have Darren McFadden...
Giants over Rams: I expect Eli and Burres to have a field day against a bad Ram's D in this laugher.
Vikings over Colts: This game is a toss up to me. I'm going with the Vikes based on the fact that Indy's oline is starting 3 rookies and Peyton is still a little rusty.
Saints over Redskins: The Skins were a mess in their week 1 loss to the Giants. The score did not show how dominant NY was. The Skins were never really in the game. Even without Colston, the Saints still have to much fire power.
Panthers over Bears: The Bears looked like the 2005/2006 version in week 1. The Panthers showed guts winning in the final seconds against San Diego. Can the Panthers go 2-0 without Steve Smith? Yep.
Bills over Jags: The Bills dominated Seattle in every aspect. With 3 starters out on the Jags oline, I say advantage Buffalo.
Seahawks over 49ers: Even with no receivers, the Seahawks will bounce back at home against a poorly coached (other than Martz) 49ers team. The Niners showed signs of life, but they usually find a way to lose.
Texans over Ravens: I just don't believe the Texans are as bad as they appeared Sunday (Pitt may be that good though). I see Houston winning this game easily with Mario Williams all over Joe Flacco.
Bucs over Falcons: Matt Ryan looked good in week 1 but I think Monte Kiffen will have some surprises in store for him. Welcome to the NFL Matt.
Jets over Pats: I have a feeling Favre is going to struggle a little bit against the Pat's D. I still think the Jets can pull out a win at home against a team still in shock by the loss of their superstar.
Cards over Dolphins: The Cardinals were impressive in week 1 forcing 5 49ers turnovers and dominating in time of possession. The Dolphins just do not have a lot of talent on the outside. The Cards 2-0?!
Broncos over Chargers: Jay Cutler is on his way to becoming the next elite NFL QB. I say the Chargers follow last years pace and start off slow.
Steelers over Browns: The Steelers are my early season superbowl favorite. The Browns are highly overrated and I believe the team will go to Brady Quinn sooner rather than later.
Cowboys over Eagles: In what looks to be the game of the week, the Cowboys should pull this one out. Philly looked great last week but there is a big difference between the Rams and the 'Boys.
Packers over Lions: Aaron Rodgers is the real deal and the Packer's D will put pressure on Kitna.
Chiefs over Raiders: The Chiefs may be a better team with Damon Huard behind center. The Raiders...well they have Darren McFadden...
Giants over Rams: I expect Eli and Burres to have a field day against a bad Ram's D in this laugher.
Vikings over Colts: This game is a toss up to me. I'm going with the Vikes based on the fact that Indy's oline is starting 3 rookies and Peyton is still a little rusty.
Saints over Redskins: The Skins were a mess in their week 1 loss to the Giants. The score did not show how dominant NY was. The Skins were never really in the game. Even without Colston, the Saints still have to much fire power.
Panthers over Bears: The Bears looked like the 2005/2006 version in week 1. The Panthers showed guts winning in the final seconds against San Diego. Can the Panthers go 2-0 without Steve Smith? Yep.
Bills over Jags: The Bills dominated Seattle in every aspect. With 3 starters out on the Jags oline, I say advantage Buffalo.
Seahawks over 49ers: Even with no receivers, the Seahawks will bounce back at home against a poorly coached (other than Martz) 49ers team. The Niners showed signs of life, but they usually find a way to lose.
Texans over Ravens: I just don't believe the Texans are as bad as they appeared Sunday (Pitt may be that good though). I see Houston winning this game easily with Mario Williams all over Joe Flacco.
Bucs over Falcons: Matt Ryan looked good in week 1 but I think Monte Kiffen will have some surprises in store for him. Welcome to the NFL Matt.
Jets over Pats: I have a feeling Favre is going to struggle a little bit against the Pat's D. I still think the Jets can pull out a win at home against a team still in shock by the loss of their superstar.
Cards over Dolphins: The Cardinals were impressive in week 1 forcing 5 49ers turnovers and dominating in time of possession. The Dolphins just do not have a lot of talent on the outside. The Cards 2-0?!
Broncos over Chargers: Jay Cutler is on his way to becoming the next elite NFL QB. I say the Chargers follow last years pace and start off slow.
Steelers over Browns: The Steelers are my early season superbowl favorite. The Browns are highly overrated and I believe the team will go to Brady Quinn sooner rather than later.
Cowboys over Eagles: In what looks to be the game of the week, the Cowboys should pull this one out. Philly looked great last week but there is a big difference between the Rams and the 'Boys.
Picks for week #2 - Hamm
Titans vs. Bengals TITANS
Packers vs. Lions PACKERS
Raiders vs. KC CHIEFS
Giants vs. Rams GIANTS
Colts vs. Vikings VIKINGS
Saints vs. Redskins SAINTS
Bears vs. Panthers PANTHERS
Bills vs. Jags BILLS
49ers vs. Seahawks 49ers
Falcons vs. Bucs BUCS
Ravens vs. Texans RAVENS
Patriots vs. Jets PATRIOTS
Dolphins vs. Cards DOLPHINS
Chargers vs. Broncos CHARGERS
Steelers vs. Browns STEELERS
Eagles vs. Cowboys COWBOYS
My survivor pick for the week is the Giants
Packers vs. Lions PACKERS
Raiders vs. KC CHIEFS
Giants vs. Rams GIANTS
Colts vs. Vikings VIKINGS
Saints vs. Redskins SAINTS
Bears vs. Panthers PANTHERS
Bills vs. Jags BILLS
49ers vs. Seahawks 49ers
Falcons vs. Bucs BUCS
Ravens vs. Texans RAVENS
Patriots vs. Jets PATRIOTS
Dolphins vs. Cards DOLPHINS
Chargers vs. Broncos CHARGERS
Steelers vs. Browns STEELERS
Eagles vs. Cowboys COWBOYS
My survivor pick for the week is the Giants
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Sorry Pats Fans...
We here at 5th quarter sports are actually pretty upset Brady got hurt. Sure, we love seeing Brady get pounded and throw picks, but any football fan who says they are happy that the best player in the league got hurt isn't really a football fan. It's terrible for the league that it's best player won't play again until 2009. Still, when the Pats were running up the score last year, I'm sure all us non Pats fans were hoping someone would fall into Brady's legs. So maybe it's karma... I mean, this was a team who ran up the score on everyone to prove a point after they got caught cheating. You know what, maybe we're not that upset after all...
Anyway, here is a song from ryanparkersongs.com. We don't know Ryan Parker personally, but you have to give credit where credit is due. This video is from last season...it's pretty funny.
Anyway, here is a song from ryanparkersongs.com. We don't know Ryan Parker personally, but you have to give credit where credit is due. This video is from last season...it's pretty funny.
Mr. Monday Night Award
Aaron Rodgers
Aaron Rodgers just looks like a NFL quarterback. He's poised, accurate and seems to have command of the offense. Rodgers appears to be the perfect fit for Mike McCarthy's system (too bad the 49ers couldn't figure that out in 2005 when McCarty was their OC).
Playing a Viking's defense many people have said is the best in football, Rodgers was 18 of 22 (Thats 82% kids) and threw a touchdown pass. He also ran for 36 yards and score. Rodgers should be considered a starter from here on out in most leagues. He has weapons all over the field and is a tremendous play this weekend against Detroit. If he is still out there on waivers, grab him now.
Jay Cutler/Eddie Royal
Cutler has the makings of a special quarterback. With his top receiver Brandon Marshall out of the lineup, Cutler tore apart the Raiders for 299 yards and 2 scores. Rookie receiver Eddie Royal pulled in 9 passes for 146 of those yards and a touchdown. While Marshall may take some looks away from Royal,he will only help Cutler. I had Cutler as a fringe starter to begin the season but I would not hesitate to play him now over a Hasselbeck or maybe even Palmer now. Royal would be a nice pickup as a 3rd receiver, but I need to see more. I would absolutely grab him and drop...say...a Reggie Williams, but don't count on him to be a monster every week. He'll have rookie ups and downs as well as sharing balls with Marshall.
Aaron Rodgers just looks like a NFL quarterback. He's poised, accurate and seems to have command of the offense. Rodgers appears to be the perfect fit for Mike McCarthy's system (too bad the 49ers couldn't figure that out in 2005 when McCarty was their OC).
Playing a Viking's defense many people have said is the best in football, Rodgers was 18 of 22 (Thats 82% kids) and threw a touchdown pass. He also ran for 36 yards and score. Rodgers should be considered a starter from here on out in most leagues. He has weapons all over the field and is a tremendous play this weekend against Detroit. If he is still out there on waivers, grab him now.
Jay Cutler/Eddie Royal
Cutler has the makings of a special quarterback. With his top receiver Brandon Marshall out of the lineup, Cutler tore apart the Raiders for 299 yards and 2 scores. Rookie receiver Eddie Royal pulled in 9 passes for 146 of those yards and a touchdown. While Marshall may take some looks away from Royal,he will only help Cutler. I had Cutler as a fringe starter to begin the season but I would not hesitate to play him now over a Hasselbeck or maybe even Palmer now. Royal would be a nice pickup as a 3rd receiver, but I need to see more. I would absolutely grab him and drop...say...a Reggie Williams, but don't count on him to be a monster every week. He'll have rookie ups and downs as well as sharing balls with Marshall.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Week 1 in review
Studs
Drew Brees: I have been telling anyone who will listen that this going to be a huge year for Brees. He was even my MVP pick. Thanks Drew for not making me look stupid (I do a good enough job of that on my own). Brees proved that he was worth that 2nd round choice with a 343 yards and 3 scores. I really feel that Brees will carry fantasy teams in 2008 like Brady and Romo did last year.
Donovan McNabb: 361 yards and 3 td's proved that rumors of his demise were greatly exaggerated. Did I mention that his top 2 receivers were out? As long as he is healthy, look for more of the same.
Michael Turner: Can Turner carry the load? Absolutely. Well at least against the Lions anyway. 220 yards and and 2 td's made him look like a steal in the 4th round were most people were able to get him. I'm not sure if he can keep it up...we'll see.
Marion Barber: Get used to this stat line: 80 yards and 2 td's. Felix Jones looked good as well, but Barer will continue to get those goal line carries.
Willie Paker: Parker asked to get more touches inside the 10 and Mike Tomlin obliged. Parker had a monster day with 138 yards and 3 scores. He is a sure fire start every week in Pitt's dominant offense.
Duds
Carson Palmer: Are you serious Carson? Last year you started to suck in real life and now you suck in fantasy too. 99 yards? I'd be nervous if I owned Palmer.
Matt Hasselbeck: Matt gets a pass (kind of) considering he is down Engram, Branch, and now Burleson. Still, he was bad in Buffalo. 190 yards and 1 td and 1 int won't kill you, but it doesn't help much either. We expected more Matt.
Joseph Addai: The Colts were terrible last night. They have 3 new starters on the interior of their oline and it showed. The Colts look like they are going to miss Jeff Saturday alot. Addai might have a few games like the 12 carry 44 yard stinker he put up last night.
Steven Jackson & Torry Holt: Raise your hand if you saw this coming. I did. Holdout and no preseason seems to always equal a slow start for a running back. Steven Jackson has 40 yards rushing and 34 yards receiving as the Rams got clobbered 38-3 by the Eagles. At 38-3 though, you tend to abandon the running game. But what's Holt's excuse? 1 catch for 9 yards?! 1 more game like that and you may want to introduce Torry to your bench.
Steady as he goes
Brian Westbrook: 91 yards rushing, 1 receiving TD. Just another solid game for a legit top 3 fantasy RB. Just please stay healthy Brian.
I should have started...
Matt Forte: 123 yards and a score was probably wasted on your bench (I know it was mine). Start him in week 2. Without sexy Rexy closing his eyes and chucking the ball down field, the Bears might be back.
Pick me up now!
Desean Jackson: 6 catches for 106 yards. This rookie had big play written all over him.
Drop me like I'm hot!
Nate Burleson/Tom Brady: Both players out for the year.
Drew Brees: I have been telling anyone who will listen that this going to be a huge year for Brees. He was even my MVP pick. Thanks Drew for not making me look stupid (I do a good enough job of that on my own). Brees proved that he was worth that 2nd round choice with a 343 yards and 3 scores. I really feel that Brees will carry fantasy teams in 2008 like Brady and Romo did last year.
Donovan McNabb: 361 yards and 3 td's proved that rumors of his demise were greatly exaggerated. Did I mention that his top 2 receivers were out? As long as he is healthy, look for more of the same.
Michael Turner: Can Turner carry the load? Absolutely. Well at least against the Lions anyway. 220 yards and and 2 td's made him look like a steal in the 4th round were most people were able to get him. I'm not sure if he can keep it up...we'll see.
Marion Barber: Get used to this stat line: 80 yards and 2 td's. Felix Jones looked good as well, but Barer will continue to get those goal line carries.
Willie Paker: Parker asked to get more touches inside the 10 and Mike Tomlin obliged. Parker had a monster day with 138 yards and 3 scores. He is a sure fire start every week in Pitt's dominant offense.
Duds
Carson Palmer: Are you serious Carson? Last year you started to suck in real life and now you suck in fantasy too. 99 yards? I'd be nervous if I owned Palmer.
Matt Hasselbeck: Matt gets a pass (kind of) considering he is down Engram, Branch, and now Burleson. Still, he was bad in Buffalo. 190 yards and 1 td and 1 int won't kill you, but it doesn't help much either. We expected more Matt.
Joseph Addai: The Colts were terrible last night. They have 3 new starters on the interior of their oline and it showed. The Colts look like they are going to miss Jeff Saturday alot. Addai might have a few games like the 12 carry 44 yard stinker he put up last night.
Steven Jackson & Torry Holt: Raise your hand if you saw this coming. I did. Holdout and no preseason seems to always equal a slow start for a running back. Steven Jackson has 40 yards rushing and 34 yards receiving as the Rams got clobbered 38-3 by the Eagles. At 38-3 though, you tend to abandon the running game. But what's Holt's excuse? 1 catch for 9 yards?! 1 more game like that and you may want to introduce Torry to your bench.
Steady as he goes
Brian Westbrook: 91 yards rushing, 1 receiving TD. Just another solid game for a legit top 3 fantasy RB. Just please stay healthy Brian.
I should have started...
Matt Forte: 123 yards and a score was probably wasted on your bench (I know it was mine). Start him in week 2. Without sexy Rexy closing his eyes and chucking the ball down field, the Bears might be back.
Pick me up now!
Desean Jackson: 6 catches for 106 yards. This rookie had big play written all over him.
Drop me like I'm hot!
Nate Burleson/Tom Brady: Both players out for the year.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Brady could be done for year
According to various sources, it looks like Tom Brady's season could be over before it started. While we won't know exactly how bad this injury is until the MRI tomorrow, early reports are saying that it looks severe. Apparently some players commented that they heard Brady scream after Chief's safety Bernard Pollard lunged and hit his leg. While Matt Cassell filled in admirably today, the Chiefs may be the worst team in the league. Long term, the Pats are in trouble.
Fantasy Impact: I don't even have words for how gigantic this is. If you invested in Brady with a first round pick, you probably figured he would carry your team. If you have an Eli Manning or Jake Delhomme on the bench you could get by. If not, tap into your inner GM and try to come up with a decent trade proposal. You could take a shot at a Matt Ryan or Chad Pennington on the waiver wire, but neither will give you consistent production.
Fantasy Impact: I don't even have words for how gigantic this is. If you invested in Brady with a first round pick, you probably figured he would carry your team. If you have an Eli Manning or Jake Delhomme on the bench you could get by. If not, tap into your inner GM and try to come up with a decent trade proposal. You could take a shot at a Matt Ryan or Chad Pennington on the waiver wire, but neither will give you consistent production.
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