Love and Hate for the Holidays

Matthew Berry combines pickups, starts and sits into one big Holiday column for Week 16.

Watch out for Big Ben

If the Steelers sneak into the playoffs, they could be dangerous because of Ben Roethlisberger, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Harrison amazing, but no must-start

Tristan H. Cockcroft explores the fantasy stories of Week 15, headlined by a remarkable effort from Jerome Harrison.

FBO: Week 15 matchup analysis

After debunking the myth that is the yards-allowed-per-game statistic, Football Outsiders lists a number of players to start/sit this week based on their Week 15 matchups.

Story | Conversation | December 18, 2009

Called Out: Brady, Hightower debated

Tristan H. Cockcroft calls out our rankers for the opinions on players such as Tom Brady, Greg Jennings and Reggie Bush.

Tough test for emotional Bengals

As they deal with the death of teammate Chris Henry, the Bengals have to somehow focus on football and get ready to face a talented Chargers team on the road, writes John Clayton.

Bolts most dangerous team in AFC playoff picture

Adam Schefter answers readers' questions nearly every day in his blog. On Tuesday, he turns his attention to the heated AFC playoff race. Have a query...

Blog Entry | Conversation | December 15, 2009

FBO: A plan to stop the Saints

Football Outsiders evaluates Week 14 in the NFL. A few thoughts among many: There is a way to beat the Saints (and the Colts, for that matter); something is wrong with Carson Palmer; and sheesh, the Rams are not very good.

Story | Conversation | December 14, 2009

Timing's right for Reid, Eagles

The timing is right for Andy Reid and the Eagles to make their move in the NFC East, writes John Clayton.

The Big Rotowski: Final ranks

Christopher Harris ranks the players for the final four weeks of the NFL season, with special attention given to players who could sit for their NFL teams during the fantasy playoffs.

Blue skies for Colts, Saints and Vikings

The NFL's top three teams all play indoors, and the forecast for all three is bright and sunny.

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) looks up as he returns from having his hand checked during the first quarter against...

John Clayton's Last Call: Defensive unrest for Patriots, Steelers

Gregory Shamus/Getty Images The Raiders are paying JaMarcus Russell big money, but Bruce Gradkowski has become their best option at quarterback....

Scout Team: The backup QB myth

Fear not, Larry Fitzgerald owners, starting QB injuries don't necessarily spell doom for elite fantasy wideouts. Scott Burton explains why before figuring firing up Insider's Fantasy Scout tool for some unapologetic analysis of Week 13 and beyond.

Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009

Quick Reads: Talkin' 'bout practice

When 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