Tip Sheet notes: Stability key for Colts

Colts owner Jim Irsay has shown a commitment to stability in Indianapolis, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2009

FBO: The Reggie Bush breakout

Football Outsiders analyzes Week 12 in the NFL. Ideas: Oakland isn't THAT bad; Reggie Bush is poised for a big game vs. New England; Pittsburgh needs to play better in the second half; David Garrard gets knocked around too much and a plan for Houston.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009

CB Corner: Veteran benefits

It's not just the hobbled and inexperienced who can be exploited for fantasy gain. KC Joyner offers a few struggling veteran cornerbacks -- and the receivers who will break them -- to add to your list of favorable fantasy matchups in the coming weeks.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009

Scouts Take: Carolina at NY Jets

Preview | November 21, 2009

FBO: The cliché graveyard

Football Outsiders apply their metrics to Week 11. Findings: Even when Wes Welker doesn't find the end zone, he's historic; Mark Sanchez isn't ready; DeAngelo Williams needs the rock more; and T.J. Houshmandzadeh may have saved Minny's season.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

NEXT: The countdown continues

In our never-ending search for the stars of tomorrow, we've narrowed this year's list to a talented 20. You'll have to wait until our annual NEXT issue (Dec. 14) to see who's No. 1, but these athletes should get your attention for now.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: Rookie CBs lift Miami

Rookie cornerbacks Vontae Davis and Sean Smith have helped the Dolphins get back in the playoff race, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009

FBO: A Colts weakness unveiled

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.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

Pass Plays: Week 11 pickups

A few key matchups and situations could make you look smart for picking up these WRs.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009

Young guns

In the November 30 issue of ESPN The Magazine, Aaron Schatz explains that it's difficult to know when to give up on a young QB in the NFL. But, making the correct decision can save a franchise.

Story | Conversation | November 16, 2009

Brady and Manning set to break the bank

...sign he would like a new contract during the offseason. No...s Terrell Owens, the New York Jets' Braylon Edwards and Tampa Bay...

Blog Entry | Conversation | November 15, 2009

FBO: Week 10 matchup projections

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.

Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009

CB Corner: Not all injuries are equal

K.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

FBO: Numbers crunching, Week 10

Football Outsiders applies their metrics to analysis of all Week 10 games. Some observations: the red zone will be the key in CIN/PIT; YAC will be the key in NE/IND; and the Eagles? Not a great road team.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009

Scout Team: QBs to buy and sell

Scott Burton uses the history of human narratives -- seriously -- to explain why you should be trying to sell Donovan McNabb and other QBs who have thrived in the red zone. Plus, he uses the Fantasy Scout tool to offer advice at RB and WR.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009