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Football Outsiders has combed through tons of data to find the best and worst individual matchups for players to help you bring home a fantasy championship this week. No. 1 on the list: Trent Edwards.

Story | Conversation | December 30, 2010

The Chiefs have made huge strides this season, clinching their division after a 4-12 campaign in 2009. Who saw that coming? Football Outsiders, who predicted the Chiefs would win the AFC West. Plus: the best and worst from NFL Week 16.

Story | Conversation | December 27, 2010

We know how high the stakes are this week in fantasy football. That's why Football Outsiders has combed through tons of data to find the best and worst individual matchups for the biggest fantasy names, including a few surprises, like Denver's Tim Tebow.

Story | Conversation | December 23, 2010

In spite of splitting carries with Thomas Jones, Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles is performing at historic levels and should be getting MVP talk (and more touches). Football Outsiders explains why before delving into the best and worst performances of Week 15.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2010

Chiefs WR Dwyane Bowe has taken full advantage of his team's favorable schedule, but can he grab hold of history? Football Outsiders crunches the numbers before getting into the best and worst performances of Week 12 from around the league.

Story | Conversation | November 29, 2010

Bill Barnwell examines the best and worst fantasy football matchups for Week 11 in the NFL. Once again, it's time to pick on the Texans' awful pass defense, while Michael Vick might actually be worth benching despite his gaudy performance Monday night.

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2010

Skeptical that matchups matter in fantasy football? Football Outsiders checks the numbers to prove you're better off picking on the worst defenses in the league than starting league-leading players. Plus, the best and worst fantasy matchups of Week 10.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2010

Bill Barnwell looks at myths and realities of the 2010 NFL season at its midpoint. For example, the Ravens' defense? Not elite. Mark Sanchez? Hasn't advanced. The 49ers? Could still win the NFC West. Points are defended with metrics and history.

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2010

Football Outsiders lists its best and worst matchups for fantasy production in Week 9 and beyond, giving both short-term suggestions for this Sunday and longer-term trade ideas to maximize value down the stretch.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2010

In this look at where Randy Moss fits best, Bill Barnwell points out that there really are only a handful of teams that make sense for the currently unemployed star. St. Louis may top the list, but others also provide a good fit.

Story | Conversation | November 02, 2010

Football Outsiders lists its best and worst matchups for fantasy production in Week 7. If you know what's good for you, nab a member of the Chiefs' passing attack -- they are about to face an incredible string of bad defenses.

Story | Conversation | October 21, 2010

Football Outsiders takes a hard look at some deceiving early-season defensive performances to be wary of before providing its weekly list of fantasy football starts and sits. Spoiler alert: For your own sanity, avoid Colt McCoy.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2010

Bill Barnwell of Football Outsiders breaks down the best and worst individual performances of NFL Week 5, with an eye toward a few QBs who seemed to have big days, but whose stats were misleading.

Story | Conversation | October 11, 2010

Despite a relatively small sample size, possession statistics in football can speak volumes about a team and could be the ticket to your fantasy football championship. Football Outsiders breaks down the best and worst fantasy matchups for Week 5.

Story | Conversation | October 07, 2010

Football Outsiders previews Week 4 through the prism of its metrics. Some key factors to look at: how often the Eagles use the shotgun, how effective Joe Flacco can be in the red zone, and whether the Giants can get anything going on third down.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2010

Football Outsiders takes its weekly look at fantasy matchups to exploit or avoid based on the strength or weakness of opponents. Brandon Jackson and Philip Rivers headline the list of players headed for a big Week 2.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2010