Falcons over Chiefs: The Falcons aren't as bad as people thought. Can't say the same for the Chiefs. If Thigpen starts for any extended period of time, the Chiefs go from bad to historically awful.
Bills over Raiders: The Raiders ran all over KC last weekend. It won't be as easy going across the country to play the upstart Bills. Trent Edwards looks like he could be the Bills long term answer at QB.
Pats over Dolphins: Even without Tom Brady, the Pats should cruise against the hapless and talentless Dolphins.
Titans over Texans: Is there a more underraterd coach in the NFL than Jeff Fisher? Even with QB issues and a lack of play makers on the outside, the Titans don't miss a beat. I am interested to see what Texans team shows up though. Are they the guys who got throttled by the Steelers or the team that climbed its way to respectability last season.
Bears over Bucs: The Bears lost a tough game last week. The defense is healthy and back to elite status. I'm taking a good Bear's D over a Brain Greise led offense.
Redskins over Cardinals: I like what the Cardinals have going on. Kurt Warner has been great and you can't double cover both Boldin and Fitzgerlad. So why am picking the Redskins? Just call it a hunch...and plus can the Cardinals really be 3-0?
Vikings over Panthers: The Panthers are welcoming back Steve Smith and have won their first 2 in breathtaking fashion. I think the Vikings are desparete though. That desparation should carry them to a close win.
Broncos over Saints: The Saints did not look like themselves last week in Washington. A road game to Denver does not invoke confidence in me. Jay Cutler is a superstar in the making and he should lightup the Saint's D.
49ers over Lions: The 49ers allowed 8 sacks and 30 points and still beat Seattle. Did you see Patrick Willis return that INT for a TD? He's a special player. Mike Martz will probably want to beat the Lions pretty bad considering the fired him. Williams and Calvin Johnson make the Lions tougher than you'd think but Kitna is a turnover waiting to happen.
Seahawks over Rams: The Seahawks traded for Keary Colbert and signed Koreen Robinson to help with their banged up WR corps. Their top 6 WR's have been injured! Did Mike Holmgren kick a baby or something? The Rams are bad enough that it shouldn't matter.
Eagles over Steelers: Good game. Roethisberger has a mysterious shoulder injury and that would worry me a little if I was a Steelers fan. The Eagles lost a heartbreaker on Monday night. I think they rebound.
Browns over Ravens: The Browns have to beat somebody right? I understand Derek Anderson had a good season last year, but to me he is clearly nothing more than a decent player. It's time for Brady Quinn. I'm interested to see how the Ravens come out this weekend. Beating Cincy isn't much of an achievement.
Giants over Bengals: Giants should cruise for the 3rd week in a row. Will the the real Carson Palmer please stand up?
Colts over Jags: I went against Peyton Manning last week and I'm not doing it again. Not many QB's could have won that game. Both of these teams have major injury issues. Bob Sanders joins the list of walking wounded for Indy. I'll say Colts at home.
Cowboys over Packers: I'm excited for this one. Dallas' offense looks unstoppable but their D played soft last week. This should be a high scoring game. The Pack are for real but the Cowboys will take this one.
Chargers over Jets: I think the Jets will be Jeckyl and Hyde all season. Even with LT banged up, Philip Rivers should be able to pull this one out.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Mr. Monday Night
What a game last night. By the end of the 3rd quarter, I kept telling myself that I would go to bed after the next drive. Didn't happen. That was 2 NFC heavyweights throwing bombs at each other. Desean Jackon could be special (if he learns how to cross the goaline before throwing the ball away). Anyway, while I could go with Westbrook (3 td's) or T.O. (2 td's) as my Mr. Monday night, I'm not. Tony Romo is a guy who carries fantasy teams. 312 yards and 3 scores gets the award. Plus, did you hear he pulled over to help a couple with a flat tire this past week?
Monday, September 15, 2008
Week 2 in review
Studs
Aaron Rodgers: You know Aaron had a rough day on draft day in 2005 and quite the stressful offseason. I have to say I'm rooting for him. What he has done so far this season has been tremendous. He had a huge day with 328 yards through the air and 3 td's.
Darren McFadden: McFadden looks like the real deal in Oakland with 164 yards rushing and a score.
Clinton Portis: Jim Zorn said that he was going to give the ball to Portis early and often. The centerpiece of the Redskin offense scored twice to go with his 96 yards on the ground.
Brandon Marshall: Wow. 18 catched, 166 yards and a score. That is big time production, especially in a PPR league.
Jay Cutler: Like Aaron Rodgers, Cutler is becoming an elite NFL QB. He showed guts and moxy all day Sunday (and got some help from the guys in the striped). 4td's, 350 yards and Marshall's back.
Darren Sproles: Sproles went off Sunday with 308 total yards and 2 scores. Who needs LT? Well, besides everyone who drafted him #1!
Anquan Boldin: Boldin showed he is worth that new contract he wants with 140 and 3 scores.
Philp Rivers: Anyone notice that Rivers has 6 touchdown passes this season? He had 3 yesterday.
Kurt Warner: Warner continues to put up monster numbers in Zona with 341 yards and 3 scores.
Duds
Carson Palmer: I had Palmer as the 5th rated QB coming into this season. I can't believe how bad he has been this season. Going back to last year, he has 5tds in his last 7 games. He has 0 touchdowns this year. 0! I don't know who your backups are but you may want to consider playing them...at least until Palmer wakes up.
Larry Johnson: Larry Johnson looked good as a # 2 back on paper but he has been a complete waste in the first 2 weeks. 12 carries for 22 yards. Thanks for the 1 point this week Larry.
Ladanian Tomlinsion: Thanks LT for gaining 40 total yards. Yeah, I know, your toe hurts. Whatever dude.
Ronnie Brown/Ricky Williams: I knew Maimi would be bad, I didn't think they would be this bad. Ronnie, Ricky, Nate, Mike, Shaun, and Wan combined 22 carries 53 yards and score. I'm stashing them away in my bench and hoping they can get back to respectibility.
Jet's Offense: Favre looked lost a times, Cothery caught all of 1 pass, and Thomas Jones looked like the 2007 version with 70 something worthless yards and no scores. The Jets might be a Jeckyl and Hyde team this year.
David Gerrard: A lot of people liked Gerrard as a sleeper. He has offensive line issues now due to the injuries and really no one to throw to. His stats have shown that (165 yards and a pick)
Steady as he goes
Adrian Peterson: I know he is only in his second season but when he is healthy you can count on massive production. He had 160 yards on the ground yesterday. Imagine if Minnesota ever gets a decent QB?
Pick me up!
Tony Scheffler: Scheffler had 6 grabs for 64 yards and 2 scores. With Cutler becoming a stud, Scheffler is a sure fire start.
Drop me like I'm Hot!
Any Bengal: Well at least drop them to your bench. I'd still play Houshmanzadeh, but Palmer, Perry, and Chad Johnson (bad shoulder) should all be regulated to bench duty until they prove other wise (if you have other options).
Should have started...
Julius Jones: 127 yards and a touchdown were wasted yesterday on my bench...how about yours?
Jonathan Stewart: I really think he is going to have a big year. 2 td's yesterday are only a sign of things to come.
Aaron Rodgers: You know Aaron had a rough day on draft day in 2005 and quite the stressful offseason. I have to say I'm rooting for him. What he has done so far this season has been tremendous. He had a huge day with 328 yards through the air and 3 td's.
Darren McFadden: McFadden looks like the real deal in Oakland with 164 yards rushing and a score.
Clinton Portis: Jim Zorn said that he was going to give the ball to Portis early and often. The centerpiece of the Redskin offense scored twice to go with his 96 yards on the ground.
Brandon Marshall: Wow. 18 catched, 166 yards and a score. That is big time production, especially in a PPR league.
Jay Cutler: Like Aaron Rodgers, Cutler is becoming an elite NFL QB. He showed guts and moxy all day Sunday (and got some help from the guys in the striped). 4td's, 350 yards and Marshall's back.
Darren Sproles: Sproles went off Sunday with 308 total yards and 2 scores. Who needs LT? Well, besides everyone who drafted him #1!
Anquan Boldin: Boldin showed he is worth that new contract he wants with 140 and 3 scores.
Philp Rivers: Anyone notice that Rivers has 6 touchdown passes this season? He had 3 yesterday.
Kurt Warner: Warner continues to put up monster numbers in Zona with 341 yards and 3 scores.
Duds
Carson Palmer: I had Palmer as the 5th rated QB coming into this season. I can't believe how bad he has been this season. Going back to last year, he has 5tds in his last 7 games. He has 0 touchdowns this year. 0! I don't know who your backups are but you may want to consider playing them...at least until Palmer wakes up.
Larry Johnson: Larry Johnson looked good as a # 2 back on paper but he has been a complete waste in the first 2 weeks. 12 carries for 22 yards. Thanks for the 1 point this week Larry.
Ladanian Tomlinsion: Thanks LT for gaining 40 total yards. Yeah, I know, your toe hurts. Whatever dude.
Ronnie Brown/Ricky Williams: I knew Maimi would be bad, I didn't think they would be this bad. Ronnie, Ricky, Nate, Mike, Shaun, and Wan combined 22 carries 53 yards and score. I'm stashing them away in my bench and hoping they can get back to respectibility.
Jet's Offense: Favre looked lost a times, Cothery caught all of 1 pass, and Thomas Jones looked like the 2007 version with 70 something worthless yards and no scores. The Jets might be a Jeckyl and Hyde team this year.
David Gerrard: A lot of people liked Gerrard as a sleeper. He has offensive line issues now due to the injuries and really no one to throw to. His stats have shown that (165 yards and a pick)
Steady as he goes
Adrian Peterson: I know he is only in his second season but when he is healthy you can count on massive production. He had 160 yards on the ground yesterday. Imagine if Minnesota ever gets a decent QB?
Pick me up!
Tony Scheffler: Scheffler had 6 grabs for 64 yards and 2 scores. With Cutler becoming a stud, Scheffler is a sure fire start.
Drop me like I'm Hot!
Any Bengal: Well at least drop them to your bench. I'd still play Houshmanzadeh, but Palmer, Perry, and Chad Johnson (bad shoulder) should all be regulated to bench duty until they prove other wise (if you have other options).
Should have started...
Julius Jones: 127 yards and a touchdown were wasted yesterday on my bench...how about yours?
Jonathan Stewart: I really think he is going to have a big year. 2 td's yesterday are only a sign of things to come.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Ravens/Texans game postponed to Nov. 9th
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...
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...
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
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