Quick Reads: Talkin' 'bout practice
Bill Barnwell, Football OutsidersWhen it comes to QB success, reps with the first team make all the difference according to Football Outsiders. Just look at the stories of Vince Young and Matt Leinart. Plus, FBO takes a look at the most valuable and least valuable players from Week 12.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2009
Colt up, Texas down?
Bruce Feldman...M has an explosive offense, but it is very inconsistent because they're still very young. Jerrod Johnson is one of the more gifted dual-threat QBs in the country. Freshman Christine Michael is a...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 27, 2009
What to Watch for: Big Ben, Little Justin and T.O.
Eric Karabell...and a winning touchdown with no time remaining? The Lions might be without Matthew Stafford and Calvin Johnson, which is a shame, but I'll still be watching when Daunte Culpepper and Dennis Northcutt...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 25, 2009
Rankings reaction, with a 'Called Out!' twist
Eric Karabell...s do it again with this week's rankings in hand: How could you not rank Calvin Johnson? You think Dennis Northcutt is better? Of course not. But at least Northcutt is going to...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 25, 2009
Should Colts' success concern Peyton owners?
Eric KarabellPeyton Manning is not going to finish as fantasy's top quarterback this season. In fact, I'm wondering if he'll even end up in the top 5. This really...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 23, 2009
Ten things I learned: Stafford, Cutler, Maroney ...
Eric Karabell...in fantasy: You might not have had Stafford or Quinn active, but certainly those counting on Calvin Johnson, Kevin Smith and even Mohamed Massaquoi enjoyed this shootout in which the over/under game line...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 23, 2009
Scouts Buzz: Stafford growing up fast
Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.Scouts Inc. examines Matthew Stafford's development, the Vikings' dynamic offense and more.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009
Week 11 flex rankings: Plenty of depth
Eric Karabell...names to replace those who played Thursday, as well as news that warrants our attention: 1. Chris Johnson, RB, Titans: I know I said that "other guy" would be No. 1 forever, but things change...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 19, 2009
FBO: A Colts weakness unveiled
Aaron Schatz, Football OutsidersFootball 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.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009
The one and onlys
ESPN The Magazine and Football OutsidersFrom 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.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009
Stock Watch: In fantasy, the Browns are irrelevant
Eric Karabell...and upside: • The Detroit Lions have running back Kevin Smith and uber-talented wide receiver Calvin Johnson, and in a year or so, Matthew Stafford should interest us. • The Tampa Bay Buccaneers...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 17, 2009
Baldwin could be top 2011 receiver prospect
Kevin Weidl...speed, and he reminds us of a somewhat lankier version of former No. 2 overall pick Calvin Johnson. It won't surprise us a bit if Baldwin sits atop many boards heading into the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 16, 2009
Watching Sanchez, Lynch, Sims-Walker
Eric KarabellWhile all eyes in real football might be on the gargantuan Indianapolis Colts-New England Patriots matchup, I think there are bigger games from a fant...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Fantasy midseason awards
Eric Karabell...really aren't going to improve for Forte, either. What a shame. Runners-up: LaDainian Tomlinson, Calvin Johnson and Steve Slaton. Fantasy rookie: LeSean McCoy, RB, Philadelphia Eagles: Last year's class of first...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 12, 2009
CB Corner: Not all injuries are equal
KC Joyner, ESPN InsiderK.C. Joyner analyzes struggling defensive backs who will provide favorable fantasy matchups. This week he advises targeting WRs facing teams with injured cornerbacks, but not in all instances.
Story | Conversation | November 12, 2009
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