With Forte on the shelf and the Bears’ passing attack lethargic at best, Barber figures to see a fairly heavy workload for at least the near future. That may not translate into big Fantasy points, though, as Chicago will face plenty of eight-man fronts if it can’t get the aerial game going. Barber is a capable back, though, and should be a decent flex option as long as Forte is sidelined.
The Wire Troll: The Return of Kevin Kolb Read Post »
This is the last week of the regular season in many Fantasy leagues, and hopefully you’re still in the running for a playoff berth. I hope that our offerings this week will help pave the road to Fantasy success as the NFL season enters the home stretch. Now’s the time to tool up for Fantasy’s second season; and if you’re way out in front of the pack, don’t rest on your laurels, as all it takes is one huge week to bring you down.
The Wire Troll: Matt Moore on a Nice Run Read Post »
With Peterson out for at least one game with his high ankle sprain, the Vikes (and countless Fantasy owners) will turn to Gerhart to try to overcome the loss of one of the game’s most elite talents. Sorry, it won’t happen — but Gerhart should at least be in line for goal-line work, as his 230-plus pound frame makes him a load in the trenches.
The Wire Troll: Matt Leinart Gets Another Shot Read Post »
The second-year man has thrown for 537 yards, four touchdowns, and suffered two interceptions during his two-game skein, so the Cardinals are in no hurry to rush Kolb back into the fire. Skelton is worth adding if — and only if — Kolb will miss another game, otherwise he’s best left on the wire.
The Wire Troll: John Skelton Searing in Arizona Read Post »
The ‘Fins offense is lethargic at best, but Carpenter has still managed to knock home seven field goals in his last four outings. In Week 10, Miami plays host to the Redskins, who have surrendered the most points to opposing kickers this year. Don’t count on Carpenter to be a season-long option, but he’s definitely worth rolling out there against the ‘Skins.
The Wire Troll: Roy Helu on Top in Washington… For Now Read Post »
He’s big, he’s fast and he can flat-out play. The rookie missed the first six games of the season recovering from a thumb injury, but he exploded on Monday for five catches, 82 yards and a touchdown against San Diego. The Chiefs grabbed this guy in the first round for a reason, and he should see plenty of targets from here on out. Go get him.
The Wire Troll: Matt Cassel a Good Bet This Week Read Post »
Injuries have played a huge role in shaping the Fantasy football landscape this season, and this week the Washington Redskins took an especially hard hit, losing both their top runner and receiver to maladies that will sideline them for an extended period. The backfield situations in Arizona and Denver are also in flux, so opportunities for waiver-wire wizardry abound in these three locales. Elsewhere, many quality players may be sitting on your league wire as a result of being dropped for their bye weeks; be sure to have a close look and make that claim if you see a player that can help your Fantasy cause.
The Wire Troll: John Beck Making Progress in D.C. Read Post »
