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FLEXIBLE Fantasy Football Start Em, Sit Em and Sleepers Week 9

Corey Koehler — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:14:43 +0000

Before I get to this weeks picks I want to share a new rule I’ve made as a result of last weeks picks; never pick the Arizona D as a start. Man what a disaster. They were playing so well and against decent teams. Crazy how Carolina just came in and rolled up on them. Live and learn I guess.

Also this week, I have a few things I wanted to tell you about other than the usual start sit stuff. A few fantasy blogger friends of mine are promoting a a few things you may be interested in. Make sure you check that out the “Around The Web” section (below) before you go because you could win a $50 gift certificate.

OK, so lets get to it.

Start em if you got em…

Dwayne Bowe WR (KC) - I think he is a safe bet against the Jags considering they very near the bottom against the pass (26th). Also, I can’t imagine there will be too much defense in this one. I can easily see a 6 for 100 yard day with a TD.

Brandon Jacobs RB (NY) - He has been pretty spotty this year and it has been difficult to throw him in with complete confidence. But this week the Chargers come to town. The Chargers are 27th in yardage allowed and they give up a touchdown a game to teams like the Raiders (twice). I don’t think it will be hard for him to top 125 and post one or more touchdowns this week.

Sit em if you got em…

Derrick Mason WR (BAL) - It is not an easy thing to do but I think you have to sit him down this week against the team that shut him out a few weeks back. The Ravens did their damage with Rice and Heap in that one. I think his target will be down and I don’t think you can expect much more than one or two catches from him. the end zone… maybe… but they haven’t been using their receivers much at all down there all year anyway. There are better starts!

Adrian Peterson RB (MIN) - This is pretty much the only time of the year you’ll ever see the beast in this section. He’s on a by with other weekly fantasy starters Brett Favre, Sidney Rice, Thomas Jones, and Stephen Jackson. Never fear, I have a few ideas for you below.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Alex Smith QB (SF) has a very solid outing against a bad Tennessee D. He didn’t play to bad against a much better Colts D and I have a feeling he will be able to throw a few touchdowns and maybe throw for around 225. I decent bye week replacement and a solid QB2.

…Justin Forsett RB (SEA) has a bit of a coming out party this week against the Lions. The Seahawks have let Edgerrin go and I’m thinking that says a lot about how much they trust Forsett. He won’t get all of the touches but he’ll make a solid flex play, especially in a PPR league. I’m thinking 80+ total yards and a TD.

…Jamaal Charles/Kolby Smith RB (KC) helps KC forget about Larry Johnson this week by posting a solid game against a Jags team that is allowing around 125 per game to apposing running backs. Charles is more of the 3rd down guy and Kolby more of the bruiser/short yardage guy but either might be worth a shot at the flex or WR3.

Around The Web

Also today, I wanted to give a let you in on a few things going on in the fantasy blogging world.

First, my friend BRandon over at FFGeekBlog.com is giving away a $50 gift certificate for NFL.com over on his site. All you have to do is predict the highest scoring fantasy QB for week 9 and then get your name drawn.

Second, my friend Sara over at FFLibrarian has a readers poll going on were she is asking everyone to vote for their favorite fantasy football resources. Stop by and you’ll see it posted on the upper right hand corner of her site and then stick around and check out all top notch the info she puts out. Oh, and feel free to cast your vote for me.

One Last Thing

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As always, ee you next time and good luck this weekend.

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Four Reasons To Play Weekly Head To Head Fantasy Football With FanDuel

Corey Koehler — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 13:32:06 +0000

Do you think it would be cool to start cashing in on your fantasy skills now rather than waiting until after the season? Me too! That is why I was excited to try out this new weekly head to head fantasy football site called Fanduel.com.

After trying out Fanduel - since week two - I am really digging it. Soooo, I figured I’d finally do a post about it and give you a few reasons why you might need to check it out.

1) Your Squad Sucks

It is almost playoff time and for some of you, things haven’t gone all that great - your fantasy squad is going nowhere. This is your chance to keep in the action every Sunday and work on getting some of that cash - that you may of lost or owe - back in your wallet.

2) Your Fantasy Skills Can Equal Cash…Now!

I love managing a fantasy team throughout the season and will continue to do so. Only problem is, if you are having a good season you need to wait all the way until the end to see your payday. Fanduel lets you cash in on your hot streak just hours after the Monday night game is in the books (you could be pulling in anywhere from $18 to $90+ per week).

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They give you free cash to try it out by matching your deposit up to 20% (max $20). If you put in $100, they’ll throw in an extra $20 for you to play with.

4) A Win Win Proposition

Not only can you win some cash but you can help the Goat out. By signing up and playing using the links on this site I get a small kickback. You could show your appreciation for all the free info I’m handing out every week and gain my eternal gratitude ta boot.

Choices

So if you don’t want to win some money and you don’t want to help out FantasyFootballGoat.com, it’s simple, don’t go to Fanduel and play (not a big deal and I understand).

BUT if you do I thank you for the support. Just go sign up at Fanduel, deposit a few bucks, pick your squad and get ready for Sunday - and pray you are not playing me.

For the record… I have been playing over there since week two to test it out. I can assure you that Fanduel is pretty damn cool. I wouldn’t be telling you about if it wasn’t. Hell, I get tons of offers from people wanting me to plug their sites and contests but to be honest, many of them aren’t worth your time.

A Cool New Website For You And Some Horn Tootin Ta Boot

Corey Koehler — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:49:46 +0000

Here are a few pieces of good news I think you will want to know about.

Turns out there is a site out there that is keeping tabs on all of us fantasy prognosticators. The site is FantasyXpert.com and they watch fantasy websites to keep track of who is good at predicting information so that you - the fantasy player - know who to trust.

You will want to stop by and read their post entitled - and the title freakin long - “How Albert Einstein Can Increase Your Fantasy Football Performance by 45 percent.”

While reading you might notice that the FantasyFootballGoat - that’s me - was voted most accurate for start advice in October (which was voted on before my week 8 disaster which included the Arizona D….WTF Cardinals?).

Anyway, that is pretty good news. I am glad that I am doing something right and, most of all, helping out some of the best readers - that’s you guys - make better fantasy decisions.

BARGAIN Fantasy Football Start Em, Sit Em and Sleepers Week 8

Corey Koehler — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 02:36:19 +0000

Won’t be long now and the fantasy playoff will be here and there is no room for error. SOOO, lets make sure you have quality contributors to put in your line-up and make sure you keep the dead weight out of it. Check this list!

Start em if you got em…

Arizona D - These dudes are on a tear - 7 int’s, 8 forced fumbles and 16 sacks this year already - and guess who’s comin to town - Jake “the Turnover Machine” Delhomme. I don’t think it takes much more convincing than that. Oh, and I bet you can find them on your waiver wire. Look for 4 sacks, less than 14 points, 3 picks and a TD.

Lee Evans WR (BUF) - Not sure what it is but something about Lee gives me the warm fuzzies with Houston coming to town. Those fuzzies feel something like 6 for 100 and a TD.

Sit em if you got em…

Steve Smith WR (CAR) - I hope you traded him cuz it is not looking good.

Matt Hasselbeck QB (SEA) - A few weeks ago against Arizona he was sacked five times and last Thanksgiving against Dallas (his opponent this week) he was sacked 7 times. I don’t know about you but I’d be nervous about whether or not he can even finish the game. 150 yards and maybe a touchdown.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Marc Bulger QB (STL) has a somewhat decent day. I’m not saying you should bet the farm on the guy but if you are in a pinch because of a bye, he might be an option for you. He is playing Detroit and the Rams have slowly - very slowly - been able to generate some offense lately. Look for him to put up around 225 and a few TD’s - one to Avery and one to Jackson.

…Justin Fargas RB (OAK) busts off a few decent runs against a semi-struggling Chargers run D that gave up some yardage on the ground in their last meeting (120+ and a TD). I watched him last week and the man was running with a mission - to bad they were getting spanked or who knows. Anyway, this is a rivalry game and the game be somewhat close which mean that the Raiders running game will stay relevant til at least the fourth quarter. I say 100 and a touchdown.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

Early Bird Fantasy Football Start Em Sit Em and Sleepers Week 7

Corey Koehler — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 03:06:27 +0000

Well I called the Jets success in the running game last week but the Cinci D didn’t help at all with the Schaub prediction. Just when you were ready to start believing in the Bengals, they take a step back. Typical!

But then again, that Texans O isn’t exactly chopped liver and perhaps the Bengals were a little emotionally fatigued after all the tough division games combined with the events surrounding the surprising death of the defensive coordinators wife.

Either way, you can’t win them all. But, it sure as hell isn’t gonna keep me from tryin. Take a look at this weeks picks.

Start em if you got em…

Ryan Grant RB (GB) The Browns are allowing 165 yards per game to apposing running backs and, on top of that, they’ve given up 9 touchdowns in six games (do the math). And if the Packers are smart they will concentrate on running the ball both to exploit the weak Browns rushing D and to keep Rodgers upright (something the injuries along the line have been preventing them from doing. I think 115+ yards and 1+ touchdown are very doable don’t you?

Sit em if you got em…

Jake Delhomme QB (CAR) Unless you REALLY need him to fill in on bye week, you would be wise to put this guys down. The way to beat the Bills is on the ground and Carolina will be able to do that all day. It would just be reckless for the Panthers to put the ball in Jake’s hands any more than they have to. Maybe he’ll get 200 yards and maybe he’ll get a touchdown but is that what you want out of your starter?

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Ben Jarvis Green-Ellis RB (NE) racks up some respectable stats in garbage time when the Pats are blowing out the Bucs in the UK. I’m not saying he’s a top level start but with all the top backs off this week, a dude like this could be picked up and thrown in for a low end RB2 or flex player for pretty cheap. 75+ total yards and a touchdown.

...Anthony Fasano TE (MIA) posts a solid game while Miami tries to keep pace with New Orleans. I am sure that the backs will get plenty of targets but Fasano gets a decent amount of targets himself plus he usually gets a look or two in the redzone. Look for a solid 50+ and a touchdown.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

2) Join me over at Fanduel and set up an account. It is a weekly head to head fantasy football where you can win cold hard cash (to add to your end of the season haul). Also, because the FTC is all over us, I want you to know that the Goat gets a little kickback from FanDuel for referring you. I can assure you that it is a quality service - since I use it myself - and I would appreciate your support ( it is nice getting a little something for all the free info I dredge up for you on a weekly basis). Sign up now!

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

Bite Size Fantasy Football Start Em Sit Em and Sleepers Week 6

Corey Koehler — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:25:42 +0000

As the title implies, I am shortening this installment up a bit this week due to my lack of time (A wedding and a performance this weekend to prepare for. My head is wanting to spin). But, these are some super quality picks that I am super confident in. Check them out.

Start em if you got em…

Thomas Jones/Leon Washington RB (NYJ) - The Bills are giving up about 150 a game this year and they even let Jamal Lewis “plow” for over 100 last week. I just bet the Jets will run all over them. Thomas Jones goes for 100 and a TD and Leon goes for 125 all around yards with a big play for a TD and a few receptions sprinkled in to please you PPR guys.

Sit em if you got em…

Matt Schaub QB (HOU) - This is a tricky one considering his performance last week but I think the Bengals will be able to shut him down in a similar way the Jets did earlier in the season. I will be starting him with caution in a two QB league but I wouldn’t recommend it in one QB league. I don’t see Schaub getting much more than 225 and maybe 1 touchdown. P.S. I am also lowering my expectations for Andre Johnson this week since he will be matched up with uber stud cornerback Jonathan Joseph who has been shutting top receivers down all year long. Don’t bench him Andre, but just don’t think you will get much more than WR2, WR3 stats this week.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Todd Heap TE (BAL) puts up a solid game against the Vikes. I hate picking dudes against my favorite squad but I’ve been watching tight ends tear them up all year (and Todd Heap is pretty good anyway). If you can use him as a wide receivers this week, I think you can expect him to outperform maybe WR2 and WR3. I’m thinking 8 catches for 100 and a touchdown.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

2) Join me over at Fanduel and set up an account. It is weekly head to head fantasy football where you can win cold hard cash (to add to your end of the season haul). I’ve won two week in a row and have built up a nice little cash total (Total $108 for the year so far). Also, because the FTC is all over us, I want you to know that the Goat gets a little kickback from FanDuel for referring you. I can assure you that it is a quality service - since I use it myself - and I would appreciate anything your support ( it is nice getting a little something for all the free info I dredge up for you on a weekly basis). Sign up now!

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

Gut Check Fantasy Football Start em Sit em and Sleepers Week 5

Corey Koehler — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 02:50:13 +0000

So did you my heed my advice and bench Stephen Jackson last week? How about my call on not giving up on Steve Slaton? Hopefully you did and are now savoring the sweet fruit of success. If not, well, there’s always this week. Take a look at what I have for you for week 5.

Start em if you got em…

Marshawn Lynch RB (BUF) - You drafted him and you waited patiently for three weeks only to see him get 8 carries for 4 yards last week. Bummer! Well I say this is the week he puts up some numbers for you. Cleveland is 31st against the run and just ripe for the picken. I’m can see him easily cracking the 100 yard mark and something tells me he has 2 touchdowns in him (that something being a little stat that says Cleveland has given up a league high 8 rushing td’s so far this year - thats 2 per game for you math wizards).

Nate Burleson WR (SEA) - As of now Hasselbeck should be back in the line-up this week and that is good news for Nate. Even if Wallace has to go, the Jags are ranked dead last against the pass. A PPR gem foresure and a solid WR2 in any league this week with 8 catches for 100+ and a touchdown.

Sit em if you got em…

Santana Moss WR (WAS) - The dude has been lighting it up as of late but it is time for him to take a seat on the bench this week. He is notoriously a feast or famine type of guy. Also, Carolina’s pass defense is decent with their weakness being in run defense which means the Skins “should” work that angle the hardest. Unless you are strapped due to a bye, you might want to look elsewhere. No TD and no 100 performance this week!

Kellen Winslow TE (TB) - Maybe this is obvious by now but if you are tempted, don’t be. The Eagles are very stout against the pass - in particular tight ends. Maybe grab a Visanthe Shainco or Vernon Davis - who have great match-ups - of the waiver wire and throw one of them in. Less than 5 catches for 50 yards - if he’s lucky - and don’t even think about a TD.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Matt Cassel QB (KC) puts up some decent numbers against the Dallas defense. Not only will they be playing catch-up but the Cowboys are ranked 29th in the league. If there is a week where Cassel could finally be productive, it is this one. Looking for a bye week replacement? Maybe his 250 and 2 touchdowns will be enough for your squad to weather the storm this week.

…Jerome Harrison RB (CLE) posts some decent numbers against a weak Bills rushing defense who also likes to give up yards (150 per game) and TD’s to opposing running backs (7 this year). Everyone has been torching the Bills this year and this week will be no exception. He’ll get it done on the ground 75+ and a TD’s and through the air 5 for 50+.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

2) Join me over at Fanduel and set up an account. It is weekly head to head fantasy football where you can win cold hard cash (to add to your end of the season haul). I’ve won two week in a row and have built up a nice little cash total (only $45 BUT HEY, better than nothin). So why wait til the end of the season to start collecting your winnings, Sign up now!

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

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Your Fantasy Football Start em Sit em and Sleepers Week 4

Corey Koehler — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 14:40:59 +0000

Well its week four and by know you and I are starting to get a pretty good feel for who’s reliable and who’s not so reliable. But there are still a few players that have yet to live up to their billing. This week, I have one of them for you.

Also this week, I am stepping out on a limb with a few picks. Some of them seem to defy logic BUT I, like you, must trust my gut. Here’s what I have on tap for you this week.

Start em if you got em…

Santana Moss WR (WAS) - Last week I thought about starting him but opted instead for Hines Ward as my WR3… OOOPS ( thank God I still won). This week I won’t make the same mistake again. Look for him to post some decent numbers again this week against the pathetic Buc’s defense. 7 for 120+ and a TD.

Steve Slaton RB (HOU) - To some this may be a no-brainer but I know that he is killing some of you and you may be thinking about pulling the plug. Don’t do it man! Lets watch him get on track against a pathetic Raiders squad that let Denver run all over them at home last week. And if he doesn’t post a 100+ and a TD this week, then it is time to worry.

Cedric Benson RB (CIN) - So far he has been a nice surprise this year. After seeing him get it done against a solid Pitt defense last week, owners everywhere should be licking their chops this week when he takes on the 30th ranked Browns defense. Congrats on drafting a RB with some great value! Keep riding that pony and enjoy watching him post 125+ and a TD this week.

Sit em if you got em…

Stephen Jackson RB (STL) - I know it is borderline crazy to suggest benching a potential stud BUT it is all about who is going to perform on Sunday right? Its about filling your starting line-up with the players most likely to put point on the board and move your team into the “W” column right? So hear me out. I think Jackson could be in for a rough day on the road in San Fran. The Niners are pissed after the loss in Minnesota and, other than a 30 yard run, the best RB in the game wasn’t able to do much of anything. If you have to start him, do so. BUT if you have a RB2 on the bench with a decent match up - and you have testicles made of steel - I would seriously consider going that route. I am thinking less than 75 total offense and zero touchdowns.

Larry Fitzgerald WR (ARI) - Only because he has a bye silly! Don’t forget to bench your Eagles, Panthers, Falcons and Cardinals this week. Oh and it is the only time this year that Brian Westbrook owners know “foresure” that he isn’t playing.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Devin Hester WR (CHI) breaks out big against the Lions this week. I’m not sure he qualifies as a sleeper but then I’m not sure he qualifies as starter either so I’m putting him down here. He has only been getting 4-5 catches on average per game BUT he has been getting targeted about a healthy 8 times a game with his first TD of the season coming last week. Look for Cutler to look his way more often and for those targets to become catches and big plays from here on out. Remembering what Santana Mos did to the Lions last week, I think he goes for 7 for 100+ and a TD against them this week.

…Maurice Morris RB (DET) can post some yardage and maybe a TD against a sneakily suspect Bears run defense if Kevin Smith can’t go. If Julius Jones can run for 98, so can the guy he replaced in Seattle. How’s that for bye week desperation deep sleeper?

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

2) Join me over at Fanduel and set up an account. It is weekly head to head fantasy football where you can win cold hard cash (to add to your end of the season haul). They will give you $10 bucks for FREE just to try it out. Why wait til the end of the season to start collecting your winnings? Sign up now!

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

Quick Fantasy Football Start’em Sit’em Sleepers For Week 3

Corey Koehler — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:59:21 +0000

Holy freakin crap what a busy week. How’s yours? Hopefully you are a little more relaxed than yours truly. Anyway, I don’t have time for my usual full slate of picks this week but I will throw a few out there for you. Check them out.

Start em if you got em…

Jerricho Cotchery WR (NYJ) - As bad as Tennessee has been getting ripped up this year there is no reason to believe the Jets won’t do otherwise. Also, Cotchery has quietly done a very solid job this year. He is sitting at number nine in the league in receiving. If you can find a way to get him in as a WR2 I say go for it. Look for 7-100+ and a TD.

Sit em if you got em…

Ben Roethlisberger QB (PIT) - I think it is time to start respecting the Cinci defense. They have been very tough since the end of the season last year and are getting to the QB often. Big Ben has a knack for not getting sacked but I just get the feeling his bad o-line and lack of a running game is gonna catch up with him. If you have a QB with a better match up I would look in that direction. I know this won’t be popular - especially with the pesky Steeler nation - but I call them like I see them. He might get around 225 and maybe throw one TD .

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Mike Sims-Walker WR (JAX) goes for 100 and a touchdown or two this week against Houston. The Jag’s will be forced to keep up with the high powered Texans offense and the Texans defense won’t do much to keep them from doing so.

… Tory Holt WR (JAX) reminds us of why he was such an integral part of the greatest show on turf back in the day. Look for similar number - for similar reasons - as his teammate above.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do if you haven’t already;

See you next time and good luck this weekend.

Shocking Fantasy Football Start Em Sit Em and Sleepers Week 2

Corey Koehler — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:03:40 +0000

Alright, lets not waste any time this week. Lets get down to business. Here are you starts, sits and sleepers for week 2. Bottoms up!

Start em if you got em…

Willie Parker RB (PIT) - I really don’t like him overall but I think this week Tomlin and the Steelers will make an extra effort to get the running game on track after a poor outing last week. Plus, with Urlacher out, the Bears D becomes very average - and they weren’t the best run stopping team to begin with (did you notice how Ryan Grant started gashing them last week as the game went on?). I foresee 100 and 2 touchdowns for the fast one.

Atlanta D - Can Delhomme melt down again this week? I think it is pretty safe bet. Besides that, the Dirty Birds are at home and were all over the Phins last week and are looking tough. Why not grab Atlanta off the waiver wire if it is not too late and throw them in this week. Look for them to keep Carolina under 10, grab at least 4 sacks, 2 picks and one touchdown.

Sit em if you got em…

Julius Jones RB (SEA) - Sorry Jones owners but the Rams D ain’t the Niner’s D and the Niner’s WILL punch Jones right in the mouth - just ask Mike Singletary. I just hope you sold high after last weeks performance because you might be seeing more performances like the one I’m predicting for this week - below 50 yards rushing and don’t even think about a TD.

Adrian Peterson RB (MIN) - I’ve been watching Vikings/Lions games twice a year for around 20 years. One thing you can always count on is the score being close until the end no matter how good or bad either team is. I don’t know what the hell it is BUT trust me it will be close. And I’d have to be on crack to tell you to bench one of the best players in the NFL - I just wanted make sure you were paying attention. Look for 400 all purpose yards and 6 touchdowns.

Sleepers: Don’t be surprised if…

…Micheal Bush RB (OAK) is able to post solid RB2 stats when Oaktown runs all over KC. Look for Bush to grab 75+ yards and 1+ touchdowns.

…Ricky Williams RB (MIA) is able to post solid RB2 stats this week too. The Dolphins will need to keep Manning and company off the field and without Bob Sanders, Indy could struggle with the run. Also, Ricky had majority share of the pie last week and he should get at least 50 percent this week as well. I’m thinking 100+ and a TD.

…Antwan Randle-El WR (WAS) is able to post a Nate Burleson like performance on the Rams this week. Call it a hunch. 6+ catches for 75+ and a score.

Now before you go, there are two things you need to do;

2) Join me over at Fanduel and set up an account. It is a daily head to head fantasy football where you can win cash every day. They will give you $10 bucks to try it out. Why wait til the end of the season to start collecting your winnings? Sign up now!

See you next time and good luck this weekend.