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Scouts Buzz: Stafford growing up fast

Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.

Scouts Inc. examines Matthew Stafford's development, the Vikings' dynamic offense and more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

FBO: A Colts weakness unveiled

Aaron Schatz, Football Outsiders

Football Outsiders applies its metrics to Week 11 in the NFL. Observations: The Colts do have a weakness; the Broncos need to run more; Drew Brees is gonna air it out big-time in Tampa and yes, yes ... Philly is inconsistent.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

The one and onlys

ESPN The Magazine and Football Outsiders

From the November 30, 2009 issue of ESPN The Magazine: an investigation of the most irreaplaceable players in the NFL -- among them Leon Hall, Ryan Clady, DeMarcus Ware and Andre Johnson.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

Scout Team: Exploiting availability bias

Scott Burton, ESPN The Magazine

Conventional fantasy wisdom often can be distorted for your gain, thanks to a phenomenon known as the availability bias. Scott Burton shows you how before consulting Insider's Fantasy Scout tool for nine bits of unbiased advice for your team.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

Scouts Buzz: Crabtree is a special talent

Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.

Scouts Inc. examines Michael Crabtree's star potential, the Bears' pass protection issues and more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 16, 2009

FBO: Week 10 matchup projections

Bill Barnwell, Football Outsiders

Football Outsiders breaks down the best fantasy matchups of 2009 NFL Week 10. Here's a big hint: Start a lot of Vikings (vs. Lions) and Ravens (vs. Browns), including generally-subpar-this-season Todd Heap.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009

FBO: Short term contender issues

Aaron Schatz, Football Outsiders

Football Outsiders looks at issues that could doom some contenders in the second half of 2009. Among them: the Broncos' aged defense, the Saints' run-stopping ability, the Eagles' general inconsistency and the Vikings' pass rush.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009

Scouts Buzz: Turner burning again

Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.

Scouts Inc. examines Michael Turner's return to his 2008 form, the up-and-down performance of the Eagles' offensive line and more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 08, 2009

Scouts Buzz: Texans show resilience

Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.

Scouts Inc. examines how the Texans overcame adversity, Eli Manning's struggles and more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 02, 2009

FBO: Week 8 matchup projections

Bill Barnwell, Football Outsiders

We never thought we'd say this, but Marc Bulger and Matthew Stafford are perfectly legitimate fill-in QBs this week, according to Football Outsiders' matchup projections. But who else should start and sit in Week 8?

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009

Rams' Jackson still productive sans touchdowns

Eric Karabell

...third in the NFL in rushing yards, behind only the rejuvenated Cedric Benson and the fantastic Adrian Peterson. Jackson also is second in attempts. However, Benson and Peterson are the top scorers among fantasy...

ESPN Insider Blog Entry | Conversation | October 26, 2009

Scouts Buzz: Bears' offense is flawed

Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.

Scouts Inc. examines the Bears' offensive struggles, tight end Owen Daniels' ascent and more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 26, 2009

FBO: Week 7 matchup projections

Bill Barnwell, Football Outsiders

Football Outsiders looks at every Week 7 matchup and separates fantasy football boons from busts. This week: Beware the Steelers' defense, Adrian Peterson owners; unleash your best Pats and Colts; and don't trust Rashard Mendenhall.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009

A Vikings win could start path to Super Bowl

Adam Schefter

...the most important position in the game -- would be the first player picked? I'd argue Adrian Peterson. And who's the one offensive player that scares defensive players more than any other? I...

ESPN Insider Blog Entry | Conversation | October 23, 2009

Russell's consistency will be key in Oakland

Adam Schefter

...Boston) A: Best cornerback? Quite possibly, Bill. Best player in NFL, Bill? Don't see that. Adrian Peterson is the best player in the NFL. And the best defensive players are, in no particular...

ESPN Insider Blog Entry | Conversation | October 22, 2009