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Ridiculously Early Look at 2010 Fantasy Football First Round

Matt Snyder — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:30:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Value Machine

In this past week's fantasy football tailgate (every Sunday from 10:30 AM ET to kickoff, come check it out!), someone asked us what we thought the first round would be for next season's drafts. Since we never want to disappoint, let's check it out. Here is one man's opinion on how the first round will shake out next year in standard scoring formats. This is using what we've seen thus far in 2009, plus what I expect to see the rest of the way. The first pick isn't really a secret, if you've been reading me the past two weeks.

1. Chris Johnson, RB, Titans - As I said, I haven't been secretive about this. He's gonna end up with 2,500 yards from scrimmage and close to 20 touchdowns this year. And he's only getting better.

2. Adrian Peterson, RB, Vikings - He actually trails MJD by just over one point per week right now, but I'm pushing forward with All Day based upon two factors. First of all, Peterson is going to have a monster second half as the Vikings cruise to the NFC North title. Secondly, MJD isn't going to have as easy a schedule next season.

3. Maurice Jones-Drew, RB, Jaguars - Don't mistake the above as knocking MJD, though. He's proven himself a fantasy monster this season now that he's freed from time-share duties. For the first time in a while, there will be a three-headed debate for the top overall pick in fantasy drafts. Really, it's tough to go wrong with any one of the three and having the third pick might be the most desirable draft position. Let the first two guys make your decision for you and get the better second rounder.

4. Ray Rice, RB, Ravens - Raise your hand if you thought Rice would be the fourth best running back in fantasy this year. Hell, he's still only owned in 90 percent of the fleaflicker leagues. I have to assume these are leagues where people quit paying attention, otherwise that's insanity. Expect Rice to continue piling up points and it will probably lead to Willis McGahee being cut from the competition next Spring -- further clearing the path for red zone touchdowns.

5. Steven Jackson, RB, Rams - He's currently 11th in running back points, but I'm expecting a few things here. As I pointed out in reality check (fourth bullet-point), SJax has tons in his favor moving forward. The Rams are improving, the run schedule is relatively soft and he always plays his best football in December. I'm expecting a gargantuan finish which will catapult him back into the top five in time for 2010 drafts.

6. DeAngelo Williams, RB, Panthers - Proving last year was no fluke and that there wasn't much need to fear the production Jonathan Stewart provides. Williams is their bell cow and as the running game goes, so go the Panthers. This is great news for Williams in terms of fantasy and he's a very safe pick in the middle of the first.

7. Frank Gore, RB, 49ers - He's as steady as they come -- only failing to reach more than 16.5 points one time when healthy (Week 7, his first coming off the injury). Getting that kind of consistency at the seven pick would be huge, and remember that the passing game will continue to take pressure off him as Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree continue to blossom.

8. Michael Turner, RB, Falcons - The injury doesn't scare me. It's not the type of thing that will linger into next season. If anything, it may make him undervalued heading into next season. The one thing that would scare me is the inconsistency, but he's well worth this slot due to knowing you'll get several huge outings.

9. Randy Moss, WR, Patriots - Recently took over the top of the receiving points and the Pats don't have much resistance from here on out. He may be relatively shut down by Darrelle Revis (again) this coming week, but the stats will pile up thereafter.

10. Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Cardinals - Receivers as a group are generally inconsistent. It's part of playing a position where you rely on someone else to throw the ball to you. Fitzgerald, however, is as consistent as they come. His worst game this season was when he caught six passes for 66 yards.

11. Reggie Wayne, WR, Colts - Wayne wasn't a part of the vaunted "Big Four" receivers heading into drafts (Moss, Fitzgerald, Andre Johnson and Calvin Johnson). All he's done is outscore them all except Moss -- and he only trails him by 0.2. Wayne's had at least 12 points in seven of his nine games and more than 20 three times.

12. Andre Johnson, WR, Texans - He's currently sixth among wideouts in fantasy points, but he's battled through a chest injury and will mix in enough big games down the stretch -- as the Texans fight to make the playoffs -- to earn this spot.

One thing you'll surely flock to point out is the lack of quarterbacks. There's a reason for that. You only have to start one quarterback and the difference between the first and second tier of passers is just a couple points per week. On the flip side, there is a big drop off after the elite running backs to unreliable ones or ones in time-share situations. At wideout, there are five clear-cut elite options and a big drop thereafter.

Second-Rounders

(in alphabetical order, just for kicks)

Joseph Addai - He's working his way into first round discussion, but things are clouded by his reliance on touchdowns and Donald Brown's development.

Cedric Benson - Would be a first-rounder, if not for concerns about his workload. If that is curtailed, I'd consider him above one of the wideouts in the first.

Tom Brady - If I had to draft now, he'd be my top quarterback option -- but there are four more right on his tail.

Drew Brees - Weird to say, but he's actually been relatively disappointing this year in fantasy (how dare he and his team put winning above stats?). Still worth a very high pick in '10, though.

Ronnie Brown - He's barely more valuable than his teammate, but they run enough that both are studs.

Matt Forte - Since he's been a colossal bust in 2009, you can get him at great value next year. The Bears won't enter 2010 without doing significant work to the offensive line.

Vincent Jackson - Probably would have been in the first round had I done this last week. He's still a definite member of the Fab 5 at wideout.

Thomas Jones - He'd easily be a first-rounder if not for age (32 next year) and Shonn Greene's presence.

Peyton Manning - C'mon, like he should ever fall out of the second.

Rashard Mendenhall - Think Willie Parker in his prime without losing goal line carries.

Aaron Rodgers - He's the top scoring player in standard scoring fantasy leagues right now, but lack of position scarcity (14 of the top 18 entering Week 10 were quarterbacks) knocks him to the second round.

Matt Schaub - The only question before this season was his health. Check.

After that, I still see a few names lingering and they are mostly running backs. There's the aforementioned big drop off at wide receiver after the clear-cut top five and, again, there's a huge amoeba of nearly equally valued quarterbacks. You could probably get one in the fourth or even fifth round. Knowshon Moreno, Beanie Wells, Steve Slaton, Ryan Grant, Kevin Smith and Brandon Jacobs look to be great value here. Others like Ricky Williams, Pierre Thomas or Jonathan Stewart could end up being decent value picks in the fourth if you want a quarterback like Philip Rivers or Ben Roethlisberger instead of waiting on Jay Cutler or Donovan McNabb.

But you never know. We still have plenty of 2009 from which to draw conclusions.

Still, it's too much fun to not discuss, even nine months in advance.

How do you think things will shake out? Who do you like as first- or second-rounders? Let us know in the comments section.

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The Pulse of the Fantasy Stock Market

Sean Lalley — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 17:00:00 EST

Filed under: NFL Sleepers, NFL Waiver Wire, Draft Advice, NFL Value Machine

The landscape of fantasy football changes on a whim. One thing always leads to another -- an injury here, a news report there, and the next thing you know everyone is scrambling to get up to speed. That's why the trick is to stay one step ahead of the curve. Much like actual stocks, the values of individual players waver on a daily basis.

As we prepare to close out those last few drafts left or attempt to gauge where our team stands, it's important to track our assets. Or should I say get a better feel for where their value stands in the current market. Here's a quick look through eyes, ears, experiences and observations at some early risers, guys on the decline and others who have just held steady. This is your quick-hitter post-draft edition, so pay close attention.

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The Risers

Mike Bell, Saints -- Right now everyone is "goo-goo-ga-ga" over Mike Bell. Yes, that Mike Bell ... you got me. I guess everyone loves the notion of Bell potentially feasting on the Lions in Week 1 with Pierre Thomas on the mend. That's reasonable I guess, but I'm still cautious. Don't shoot the messenger -- I'm just saying that Bell is a commodity right now, tomorrow could be another story.

James Davis, Browns -- Are we talking about this year's Steve Slaton? Let's not get that excited just yet. However, Davis showed the goods in preseason and you'd be hard-pressed to find many who would admit they're confident Jamal Lewis will last very long as the starter this season. You simply can't hold back a good thing like Davis for too long. If you're lucky he's still on your waiver wire, so the suggestion here is to stash him.

Chris Henry, Bengals -- He's reportedly focused more than ever on football. And we know the potential and skills have always been there. He's put together a very productive preseason and quietly building some buzz. You have to piece his production together from when he's not been suspended and then you can get excited over the many possibilities. I saw him snagged in the later rounds in all my drafts, but if he's on your wire -- no time like now.

Knowshon Moreno, Broncos -- He's going to get the lion's share in Denver and he's the best thing they have going at the moment. A few weeks ago, he was fading down most draft boards, but now he's an asset and many owners are banking on him as a solid FLEX option.

Ray Rice, Ravens -- Why state the obvious? The hype machine is bubbling over for Rice, who will finally get his chance to be the feature back in Baltimore. It's ridiculous to consider the range he's being drafted. I've heard 2nd round in some drafts, but mostly in the 4th to 5th. Clearly the biggest riser this preseason.

Jeremy Shockey, Saints -- With Billy Miller going down for the season, Shockey has gone from hardly being drafted to some owners talking themselves into Shockey like it's 2005 all over again.

The Hold-Steadies

Darren McFadden, Raiders -- We still really aren't 100% sure what McFadden's role will be, but that hasn't changed his status much. He's viewed as an upside guy who could be a "phenom" or a "bust." He's hovering in most drafts around the 5th or 6th round. Not much hype, but not much hate.

Ryan Grant, Packers -- This is about as Plain Jane as it gets. Grant was all the buzz heading into last season, but this preseason all we've really heard is "yup, he's healthy." There hasn't been a rush to proclaim Grant ready to be a fantasy stud, but also there aren't many whispers of dud. Steady as she goes.

Kevin Smith, Lions -- Despite the mixed feelings in most fantasy circles, I still feel like Smith is destined for a monster season. I watched him go as expected in the 3rd and 4th round of every mock and real draft I participated in this year. At this point, I still can't tell if he's overhyped or undervalued.

DeAngelo Williams, Panthers -- We love him, we hate him. Back and forth, back and forth. The common assumption was that Williams would see a more equal timeshare with stud-in-the-making Jonathan Stewart, but Stewart can't stay healthy. Still though, the confidence in Williams repeating his fantasy season for the ages just isn't there, as he's going in the later part of the first round.

Fading Fast

Joseph Addai, Colts -- With Donald Brown looming and Addai's injury history this one makes a lot of sense. I watched Addai basically plummet in most drafts. I'm not sure he deserved such a fall from grace in fantasy terms, but that's the harsh reality of the game. It's a "what have you done for me lately" kinda world.

Derrick Ward, Bucs -- Up and Down. Ward was all the buzz earlier this summer, but since then we've seen him drop heavy into a possible three-headed timeshare. And now Cadillac Williams is back and primed to take over the "defined" starter role. Ouch. I thought the Bucs invested a good chunk in making Ward the featured guy ... little did we all know.

Josh Morgan, 49ers -- Yup, I'm a proud owner in hopes. However, the realist in me just doesn't see this sleeper working out. He was a virtual ghost in preseason and hasn't quite slammed the door on Arnaz Battle. Maybe Michael Crabtree eventually signs, maybe not. However, I still feel like the looks and love is still headed the way of old man Isaac Bruce in this offense. Lord knows I hope I can eat that last paragraph in a month.

Steven Jackson, Rams -- Save your hatred and relax for a second. Yes, his name looks out of place on this list. However, I have to go off what I saw in most of my drafts. I watched him slip to the late-second round and even 3rd round in several drafts. The guy should be a consensus first-rounder every single season. How he slips like that is beyond me. Are people really believing in Samkon Gado?

Roy Williams, Cowboys -- Slipping and sliding down the draft board. It's not like we were really geeked on the guy out of the gates based on his sketchy history. However, the whisper of an injury has certainly made many jump ship on this guy. It'll be a long climb back to prominence in the fantasy world, but he can prove us all wrong.

Marion Barber, Cowboys -- My prediction is that Felix Jones will pass Barber this season in the same fashion that Barber bumped Julius Jones from the picture a few short seasons ago. You just can't ignore the guy with breakaway potential.

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There's No Reason to Worry About Calvin Johnson's Fantasy Value

Sean Lalley — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 00:30:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Value Machine

OK, it's not like the Detroit Lions were going to make the playoffs under the guidance of Daunte Culpepper. If anything the choice to start Matthew Stafford over Culpepper was based solely on the fact that Lions management realized they weren't going to be any better or worse. It also comes down to a depressed football town in a depressed economy and yes, putting people in the seats on Sunday. Culpepper was a causality even if he probably was good for at least two more wins.

However, do we really care that much about who the Lions' starting QB was/is gonna be in the fantasy football world? Of course not, all we care about is how this will help or hurt the investment many of us made in Calvin Johnson. From the glass is half-empty perspective, we see this as doom. A starting rookie QB with loads of inexperience trying to be the butter to our No. 1 WR's bread. Then again, from the glass is half-full perspective do we really care who throws the ball to Megatron? He's an animal.

Let's weigh in on the pros and cons before we panic.

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Yes, it's not always an ideal situation any time a rookie QB is asked to carry the burden of a team. Is Stafford going to be given free reign or will he be on a short leash? The conservative guess is that the answer is yes and no. Look, the Lions aren't going to play the yo-yo game with Stafford where he has a couple bad plays or games and gets benched. It's not happening that way. But he certainly won't have the green light to just grip it and rip it.

Stafford will be your typical "game manager" type rookie QB. This doesn't sound so encouraging right now for Calvin Johnson owners, though consider what Roddy White was able to do last season with a rookie QB in Matt Ryan. I know, it's not fair to compare Ryan and Stafford. But you really have to think, what more could Culpepper possibly produce statistically this season?

It's not like Culpepper and Johnson exactly hit it off last year. Those dreams and visions of Culpepper-to-Moss are what they are, delusions. As much as we heard how solid Culpepper looked in camp, he wasn't gonna suddenly revert to the old days and make magic with Megatron. He still was facing the same uphill battle that Stafford will face on a team that sorely lacks talent all around the field. Besides, Johnson made his money more with Dan Orlovsky last season than anyone else.

The encouraging news for Johnson owners is that Stafford has looked to throw the ball downfield this preseason. He's not going to be afraid to test his strengths. And we'd be fools to think he's not going to turn to Megatron as his ace. Not many rookie QBs get to play catch with somebody as gifted as Johnson. This hardly means there won't be those moments where you worry on Sunday, but overall I think Calvin will be just fine.

Let's face it, he ripped it apart last season with a complete disaster happening around him. You weren't concerned about Megatron when you thought Culpepper was going to start, so no need to worry now. He's a freak of nature and it's never really mattered who the QB was gonna be. Johnson will still be a stud, bank on that.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: Chris Cooley's Sleeper Picks

Ryan Dembinsky — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 18:00:00 EST

Filed under: NFL Sleepers, Draft Advice

Cut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's daily gathering of links from around the web, covering the goings-on in NFL Training Camp which have an impact on fantasy value.

Taking over the helm from Sports Illustrated's Jimmy Traina over at Hot Clicks, today one of the sports world's most colorful characters, Chris Cooley shares his sleeper fantasy picks for the 2009 fantasy season. Cooley's picks look good, though he doesn't exactly swing for the fences, preferring safer bets like Chad Ochocinco and Anthony Gonzalez to deeper sleepers. Chris makes an interesting selection in Brent Celek however, after he made waves late last season with one particularly notable postseason game where he lassoed in 10 balls and two touchdowns.

If Cooley's sleepers don't pique your interest, he also shares a half naked picture of his wife for whatever reason.

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o. The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Cleveland head coach Eric Mangini attempted to slow the James Davis hype train, explaining that he is impressed, but that the competition still exists and he is not a sure thing to start. The consensus outside the inner circle seems that Davis is the resoundingly better back, but all three guys (Jamal Lewis, James Harrison, and James Davis) should see touches in varying situations, at least in the near term.

o. An Arizona ABC affiliate ABC15 scoured the internet for some good 2009 team names.

o. Looking for a low hanging running back who will get a good number of touches? The Cincinnati Enquirer called Thursday night's Bengals win the "Cedric Benson Show." Benson appears to have the job locked down and will provide a good source of carries if you prefer to spend your first few rounds shoring up the receiving crew and quarterback spot.

o. Fantasy Football lynch pin, Brandon Funston provided the New York Times with three crucial tips for draft day. I like that Matt Schaub got the nod as a good quarterback value, because I used this same strategy last night and my starting quarterback will be a rotating Schaub/Hasselbeck mix.

o. Just as it seemed perpetual waiver wire desperado Samkon Gado had begun climbing his way back to relevance as the St. Louis backup, St. Louis Today reports Gado suffered a rib injury in Thursday night's preseason game.

o. One of the remaining burning questions remains that of the Bronco-like backfield situation in New England. At this point five guys will be competing for carries, but the Bleacher Report suggests that Benjarvus Green-Ellis, aka the Law Firm (ha), stated his case with 29 carries for 125 yards on Thursday in a win against the Giants. At this point Sammy Morris, Fred Taylor, and Kevin Faulk still look to have larger roles than Green-Ellis, but don't put anything past New England.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: A Lot of Nothing Before Week 1

Sean Lalley — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 00:33:00 EST

Filed under: NFL Sleepers, Draft Advice

Cut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's daily gathering of links from around the web, covering the goings-on in NFL Training Camp which have an impact on fantasy value.

It's the final week before the marbles get raised just a little. How about it's the week we all have at least one fantasy draft? Does that sound better? It's that dreaded "why do they play these games again" week. Most of us are more focused on who we're going to draft and who we're going to be rooting for in Week 1 than the final preseason game. Still though, it's always time to pay attention. Slight, but steady attention.

You already know the saga that is Brandon Marshall, but what else happened on this Thursday?

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Other Camp Notes With Fantasy Spin:
o. We got a good look at Michael Vick, who was coming fresh off the word from Roger Goodell that he could in fact compete in meaningful football in Week 3. OK, let's not all rush to the waiver wire now. Vick holds a little tiny ounce of value if you really stop and think about it, but that's about it. Email me when he starts dropping over 10 fantasy points per week. Thanks, that's enough of Vick.

o. The Detroit QB situaton is hardly clearly defined after tonight's game. However, one could probably guess that it will be Daunte Culpepper in Week 1. Although, Matthew Stafford didn't look all too bad or too good in preseason. Worth noting from Thursday night is that Calvin Johnson had two grabs for 56 yards. I'm excited, I drafted him at No. 10 in two drafts.

o. If you paid attention to the Jets/Eagles game you were probably captivated by some dude named Danny Woodhead. He certainly lit it up, but then again it is the 4th game of preseason. Sorry to burst your bubble.

o. The word on the street is that Chris Henry is a changed man. Should we finally expect big things from him? It's certainly a possibility -- mark him as a sleeper. When the time is right, make your move.

o. Despite slipping a little on many a draft radar, it would still appear that Josh Morgan is primed for that "breakout" season.

o. Carson Palmer is ready to go for Week 1. Let's not all jump to draft Palmer, but if you do need a good backup QB he'd be a good place to start. He's got starter potential, but until we see it, why believe it?

o. Yup, I saw BenJarvus Green-Ellis on Thursday night. Call me when I'm convinced of a Patriots RB.

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Fantasy Football Cram Session: FanHouse Draft Recap

Knox Bardeen — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 20:25:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Value Machine, Podcasts

It's about that time. Preseason football is coming close to an end and fantasy football drafts are popping up like crazy. In the first edition of Fantasy Football Cram Session, Tom Herrera, Matt Snyder and I speak about our recent FanHouse fantasy football draft and try hard not to mention the names of the guilty parties who reached too high for certain picks.

We also spent some time talking about stars who fell farther in the draft then we thought they would (Clinton Portis was one of the biggest) and we mentioned what should be done in fantasy drafts with guys like Terrell Owens, Brandon Marshall and Michael Crabtree.

If you would like to see the results of our draft as you listen you can click here. You'll find the podcast after the jump.

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Live Fantasy Football Chat at 6 PM ET

R.J. White — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:00:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, Expert Chats

If you're part of one of the many leagues that waits until the last preseason game has concluded, to minimize the effect of injuries on an already-drafted team, then you've got a draft right around the corner. If you've already drafted, you're likely getting peppered with trade offers, thanks to the awesome team you drafted with the help of our free draft kit and Rotoworld's premium draft kit. Links to both can be found below.

What's on the fantasy football universe's mind this week? What do you do with Brandon Marshall? Who are the undrafted gems in your league that have the best chance at a breakout season? Come join us at 6 PM ET today to ask questions and discuss all things fantasy football.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: Marshall to The Jets? Don't Hold Your Breath

Tom Herrera — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 02:04:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Injury Report, NFL Value Machine

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If it feels like we talk about Brandon Marshall a lot in this space, that's because we do. There's good reason though, since Marshall is one of the most asked about players in fantasy football due to his fluctuating draft value. In our recent FanHouse league draft, Marshall fell to the fifth round and the chat feedback ranged from "nice pick" to "lol, good luck with that one."

Now the Marshall-to-Jets angle is circulating again, two weeks after the first report that New York was interested.

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According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Broncos are asking for talented Jets linebacker David Harris in any trade scenario involving Marshall. They'd certainly want a high draft pick, as well.

If that's the case, I don't see the Jets budging. While Marshall would give them a needed top-flight receiver to pair with Jerricho Cotchery, "Hitman" Harris is considered a rising star in the Jets' improving defense, regardless of his disappointing 2008. When healthy, he's a tackling monster and great pick for Individual Defensive Player (IDP) fantasy leagues. Recall his excellent rookie season where he racked up 90 solo tackles and five sacks. Big upside here.

Marshall will stick with the Broncos for now and his Average Draft Position will continue to slide. In Mock Draft Central's most recent report, Marshall's ADP had fallen to 64.20. That's a round later than his teammate, Eddie Royal, whose ADP sits at 51.58. Value wise, I think Marshall is better bang for your buck, but Royal is obviously the guy I'm more comfortable drafting for a money squad.

Other Camp Notes With Fantasy Spin:
o. Remember Matt Jones? Oh, come on, it hasn't been that long since we saw mustachio. "Scoop" Mortensen reported that Jones will work out for the Titans, with the Bears and Cowboys monitoring to see how he does. At 26 years old, Jones can't be written off yet, and I'm sure my colleague Chris Burke would be happy if he gets a legitimate shot, but Jones shouldn't be on fantasy radars unless you play in a deep keeper league. Even if the Titans give him a chance, I'm more keen on fantasy potential for Kenny Britt and Nate Washington (when he recovers).

o. Michael Vick's eligibility could be determined very soon. Ho hum, nothing to see here. Seriously though, unless you're in a two-QB or really deep league, you shouldn't be concerned about Vick. I know he's a big name, but it'll take a Donovan McNabb injury to start the pulse of most leagues.

o. As Matt Schaub recovers from a sprained ankle, FanHouse's own Stephanie Stradley questions whether the Texans QB has been slapped with the ol' injury-prone label. I agree with her that some of Schaub's issues appeared to be just crappy luck and pains of the position. But I will say that it's not inspiring any confidence to see him in a protective boot before the season even begins.

o. Darren McFadden owners can exhale next week. That's when Raiders coach Tom Cable said he'll name a starting running back for Week 1. Oakland's final preseason game will be worth monitoring. Justin Fargas has that gimpy hamstring, so he's out. Michael Bush will be bruising right along. But when all is said and done, McFadden will be the most valuable fantasy back on this team by far. Let's just hope he stops wearing crappy shoes.

o. It's beginning to look like Sammy Morris, one of last year's waiver-wire gems, could be the odd man out in the Patriots' running back picture. Many are not even bothering with New England's rushers in fantasy leagues, but I've taken Fred Taylor as a flier on a couple of teams already. I think Taylor, along with Kevin Faulk (yes, him again), could have the most consistent week-to-week production.

o. Matthew Stafford may have won the Lions' quarterback battle before it's even been decided. With Daunte Culpepper doubtful for Detroit's final preseason game (sore foot), Stafford will get a major opportunity to secure the QB gig. Whoever Jim Schwartz chooses, I'm still lovin' Calvin Johnson and Kevin Smith.

A Pair of Amusing Quotes:
o. "In exchange w/ league source last night, said I thought Crabtree would sign Labor Day. His response: 'I hope you don't play the lottery.' -- from writer Matt Maiocco's great Twitter updates (@MattMaiocco)

Remarkably, Michael Crabtree is still hanging around fantasy draft boards, with an average position of 178.49. Maybe he'll be off the charts completely by the time the season begins.

o. "You know how when a horse races and has those blinders on so you can't see anything but forward? That's where my mindset is ... I like to call it a storm. The storm is coming." -- more fun self-analysis from Chad Ochocinco, in speaking to FOX Sports' Alex Marvez.

I'm a believer, Esteban. Just keep outracing defensive backs instead of horses.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: Knowshon Rollin' Back on Track for Opener

Tom Herrera — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:40:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Injury Report, NFL Value Machine

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One of the common draft trends I've noticed in fantasy football over the years is how even the slightest injury can scare people away. Take Knowshon Moreno, for instance, who suffered an MCL sprain just over two weeks ago. Since that time, Moreno's draft stock has sunk from a fourth-round pick to an average draft position of 67.04, according to Mock Draft Central.

Before, many considered Moreno a draft risk because of the hype. Now? We have a big value opportunity.

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We haven't heard many updates on Moreno's progress, but it looks like he's right on target for Week 1. According to The Denver Post, Moreno was back on the practice field and able to participate in individual and position drills.

It doesn't matter that he'll miss the final preseason game; this rest period is a good thing. What matters is that he gets to face the Bengals, Browns, Raiders to kick off his NFL career. If you're snagging Moreno in the sixth round, it's possible you'll already have your quarterback, two running backs and two wide receivers drafted. Moreno will be your RB3/Flex and very worthy of a starting spot over the first few weeks.

Other players I've noticed slipping to steal territory in recent drafts are Terrell Owens (toe injury contributes to lack of love), Brian Westbrook (ankle surgery), and Brandon Marshall (suspension woes). It's OK to be wary, but don't be scared to the point of missing out on a prime buying opportunity.

Other Camp Notes With Fantasy Spin:
o. Carolina bruiser Jonathan Stewart hasn't done anything to inspire confidence over the past month. According to Darin Gantt of The Rock Hill Herald, Stewart has only taken part in eight practices all year and hasn't been on the field at all since Aug. 11. He continues to sit out practice with a sore Achilles. Feel secure with that DeAngelo Williams pick and give Stewart a bump down.

o. Well, that was a short-lived stay on the active roster for Andre Smith. The Bengals' offensive lineman is out after fracturing his foot in a non-contact drill. Fortunately, Cincinnati has a solid lineman in Anthony Collins to fill his spot at right tackle, so I don't see this affecting Carson Palmer's draft value.

o. Speaking of Carson Palmer, John Clayton of ESPN.com reports that Bengals coach Marvin Lewis was impressed by his QB during a portion of team practice Tuesday. "The goal is to have him ready to go full-speed by Monday," Lewis said. He'll have a cushy matchup with Denver's secondary to start the season before the going gets tough.

o. The Cowboys welcomed back Roy Williams to practice Tuesday. The Dallas Morning News reported that Williams looked a little sore, but moved around well and even launched a few passes in drills. Continue to draft him as a WR3, but don't reach for him further than that.

o. Kansas City may be the team I'm most scared of drafting any player from. Aside from Matt Cassel's injury, it's hard to get any good vibes. Rotoworld pointed out that the Chiefs' updated official depth chart lists Mark Bradley as the starting flanker, with Terrance Copper at split end. It's only a matter of time before this is corrected and Dwayne Bowe is up there, but it's annoying for fantasy owners nonetheless. In the ideal situation, I think Bowe is a WR1, easily. We all know he's a tremendous talent. But on this team, he's a safer pick as a WR2.

o. Raiders running back Justin Fargas hasn't returned to practice since straining his hamstring two weeks ago. This is good news for Darren McFadden owners, especially if McFadden can deliver in Oakland's final preseason game. D-Mac is a good fourth-round pick, but more power to you if he falls to the fifth. Oakland's receiving corps continue to look like a confounding mess.

o. Antonio Bryant will not play in the Bucs' final preseason game, which we expected. With Tampa Bay's combo of Derrick Ward and Earnest Graham set to pound the ball, you shouldn't be drafting Bryant as anything more than a WR3, or more appropriately, a WR4.

o. It's becoming increasingly likely that Troy Williamson will secure the Jags' No. 2 receiver spot opposite Torry Holt. I've been burnt by supporting Williamson before, but he could be worth a look in 14- or 16-team leagues as a WR3. Jacksonville needs the deep threat and Williamson has offered a glimpse of his unfulfilled potential this preseason.

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Fantasy Cut-N-Go: Matt Cassel Injury Hurts Draft Position

Knox Bardeen — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 14:07:00 EST

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The Kansas City Chiefs got really bad news on Sunday after quarterback Matt Cassel went down Saturday night with an injury.

It appears, according to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, that Cassel could miss the season opener as he'll be out two to four weeks with a strained medial collateral ligament in his knee. The injury isn't expected to require surgery but will force Tyler Thigpen into action.

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If Cassel can't play, Tyler Thigpen is expected to start the season. Thigpen, who had been the subject of trade rumors earlier this week, played in 14 games last season when the Chiefs went through injuries at quarterback. He finished the season with 18 touchdown passes, 12 interceptions and a quarterback rating of 76.0.

Cassel also suffered an ankle injury, but that was not considered as serious as the MCL injury.

This news will surely cause fantasy football owners who have already drafted Cassel to seriously search for another early-season option, especially if Cassel is a No. 1 option on (a strategy not suggested) said fantasy squads.

For those that haven't drafted yet, Cassel surely will fall out of the seventh round now. Cassel's average draft position of 83.9 should plummet considerably, placing him behind quarterbacks Carson Palmer and Eli Manning.

Other Camp Notes With Fantasy Spin:
o. Terrell Owens was back at practice on Monday and participating fully in drills after missing three weeks with a sprained toe. This news is wonderful for the Bills who need every bit of help they can get to jump-start this offense.

o. Mike Preston of The Baltimore Sun says that Todd Heap looked like the tight end of old as he caught four passes on Saturday night, one for a touchdown. He goes on to say that the Ravens need a "big-body receiver who can make a few plays in the middle of the field, and especially inside the red zone, and it could be Heap."

o. Apparently Eric Mangini still hopes to milk free meals or other gifts from both Derek Anderson and Brady Quinn, as the quarterbacks are still being kept in the dark as to who will start. Mary Kay Cabot of The Plain Dealer says that Mangini still wants to "continue to go through the process".

o. Daniel Brown of the San Jose Mercury News says that Josh Morgan is in danger of losing his starting job to Arnaz Battle.

o. Braylon Edwards thinks he was tipping his routes last season. Following the mantra, "Work the first 10 yards off the ball as if it pays the same every time." Steve Doerschuk of CantonRep.com says Edwards could work his way back to the Pro Bowl.

o. Hakeem Nicks caught six passes for 144 yards and two touchdowns on Saturday night. Ralph Vacchiano of the New York Daily News reports this was good timing for Nicks and could propel him up the depth chart and to a bigger role in the offense.

o. Chansi Stuckey opened the eyes of the coaching staff Saturday night and Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post says that Stuckey and quarterback Mark Sanchez seem to be developing a relationship.

o. Carlos Monarrez of the Detroit Free Press says that Daunte Culpepper will likely be the Week 1 starting quarterback for the Detroit Lions.

o. Limas Sweed and Rashard Mendenhall put out performances on Saturday that warrant expanded roles in the Pittsburgh Steelers offense, says Scott Brown of the Tribune-Review.

o. On WEEI radio in Boston, Tom Brady says that he's certainly expecting to be ready to play in New England's opening Week 1 game.

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It's Only Preseason, but ... James Davis Is Already Bringing the 'Thunder'

Tom Herrera — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 06:40:00 EST

Filed under: NFL Sleepers, Draft Advice, NFL Preseason

Preseason performance can often be misleading or misconstrued. We can, however, learn things from certain important players by simply paying attention. "It's only preseason, but ... " spins what we're seeing from an individual and how it impacts his fantasy value.

When a team's quarterback battle is at the forefront, it's very easy for other storylines to get lost. Enter running back James Davis, the Cleveland Browns' sixth-round pick, who's quietly having a noteworthy preseason and raising his fantasy football hype with each showing.

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Davis, who was known as "Thunder" during his time at Clemson, rushed for over 3,000 yards and 36 touchdowns over his first three seasons. His yards per carry was 5.0 or above in each of his first three seasons. But after a "down" senior year of only 751 yards, Davis slipped down NFL draft boards. While Davis' performance was inconsistent, Clemson's offensive line was also to blame.

Humbled and anxious to prove his worth, Davis has impressed over Cleveland's last two preseason games with his burst and sharp cutbacks (sound familiar? He reminds some of a young Jamal Lewis). Against Tennessee on Saturday night, Davis rushed five times for 28 yards and caught four passes for 27 yards. Lewis sputtered for 23 yards on 10 carries.

But it was this 81-yard touchdown run versus Detroit that really seemed to catapult Davis from last-round flier to legitimate fantasy sleeper:

Reports started to crop up recently that Lewis looked "decidedly unquick" and "slow and tentative". While it's important not to overreact to training camp talk, there is no arguing that Davis' Average Draft Position of No. 172 is far too low.

Lewis is 30 years old and coming off a clean-up surgery on his ankle. Davis is seven years younger and a hungry rookie. So far this preseason, Davis' yards per carry stands at 7.8. Lewis? He's averaging 2.6 yards. Early on, we talked about how versatile back Jerome Harrison could be one to watch, but now that Harrison has been sidelined the last three weeks with an ankle injury, our attention shifts firmly over to Davis.

Also consider Lewis is only signed through 2010. He's still going to be the starter this year and a willing mentor for the rookie, but it's not a stretch to think Davis could be starting, or at least in a timeshare, by season's end.

At the very least, Davis looks like an underrated keeper and it's time to get him stashed in standard leagues as well.

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It's Only Preseason, but ... Ahmad Bradshaw Undervalued

R.J. White — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 14:30:00 EST

Filed under: NFL Sleepers, Draft Advice, NFL Preseason

Preseason performance can often be misleading or misconstrued. We can, however, learn things from certain important players by simply paying attention. "It's only preseason, but ... " spins what we're seeing from an individual and how it impacts his fantasy value.

After a third preseason game that featured a majority of starters getting playing time, it's safe to say that Ahmad Bradshaw is still being undervalued in drafts. I'm checking out the ADP reports, and I see Bradshaw going in the same round as LeSean McCoy, Jamal Lewis, Julius Jones and Darren Sproles. That, my friends, is a travesty.

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First, some history. In 2008, Giants RB1 Brandon Jacobs received 219 carries and 12 targets in the passing game, recording a total of 1,125 yards and 15 TDs. Giants RB2 Derrick Ward received 182 carries and 55 targets, recording a total of 1,409 yards and two TDs. Bradshaw, as the RB3, received 67 carries and six targets, gaining 397 yards and scoring two TDs.

As a unit, those three RBs gained 2,469 yards on the ground and 462 yards through the air. That goes to show you the dominance of the Giants offensive line.

As we know, Ward has moved on for more money in Tampa Bay. Bradshaw now gets promoted to the RB2 role, with Danny Ware taking over as the RB3. Worried by the lack of TDs? Well, in most leagues 300 yards equates to five scores. How would you feel about nabbing an 1,100-yard, seven-TD back as your No. 4 RB? That's generally how Bradshaw is being drafted, as he's still outside the Top 35 at the position.

Now, it's possible that the Giants play from behind more this year and don't approach 2,400 yards rushing again. But it's also possible that with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer having departed, the Giants could focus on the running game more than ever.

And it's possible that the RB2 in the offense doesn't put up 1,400 total yards again. I also want to point you to the fact that Bradshaw scored the same number of times on 72 touches (twice) that Ward did on 223 touches. With Bradshaw taking on more of the workload, it's possible he displays more of a nose for the end zone. If that's the case, then we could be looking at a back with a 1,400-yard, six-TD upside. That's something I'd overdraft to have as my third RB, much less my RB4.

Let's come back to the present. Bradshaw saw a significant amount of time with the first team, about equal to Jacobs' work, before the second team came in and Danny Ware got his shot. Bradshaw rushed for 47 yards on eight carries, compared to Jacobs' 24 yards on six carries. It's only preseason, but it looks like this could be a pretty equal time share in 2009, one that features one of the best run-blocking lines in all of football.

While other people are busy drafting RB2s like LenDale White, Jonathan Stewart and Donald Brown to be their flex back or primary backup, you would be wise to get your hands on Bradshaw. Don't be afraid to reach a little high for him and make him your RB3 -- all indications point to him being worth the price.

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Fantasy Football Coin Flip: T.J. Houshmandzadeh or Chad Ochocinco?

Sean Lalley — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 09:30:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice, NFL Value Machine

It feels kind of like Batman and Robin have broken up and went their separate ways. The dynamic duo that once roamed the open field for the Cincinnati Bengals in no more! T.J. Houshmandzadeh bolted town, leaving his old buddy from college and the pros Chad Ochocinco all alone, trapped in the jungle. Well, the question that begs is who is gonna be better off, or will they both suffer?

Sounds like a raging debate that can only be settled by arguing. OK, more like weighing the pros and cons. And after a few emails back and forth, Ryan Dembinksy and I decided to tackle this proposition. Let's get debating, shall we?

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Sean Lalley: It probably surprises most of you when I say that the Ocho is the obvious choice of who will benefit most. I'm not saying Houshmandzadeh will become a ghost of the past, but he's not going to be putting up 100+ catches and making annual trips to Hawaii. He's headed to Seattle, where he'll get his fair share of touches as the No. 1 wide receiver. However, the Seahawks offense has never really produced top-flight receivers on a regular basis. Only once in the past seven seasons has a WR grabbed more than 90 passes.

This offense is made for spreading it around to the receivers that they can manage to keep healthy. Meanwhile, the Bengals did a solid job of replacing Houshmandzadeh with an aging Laveranues Coles, who will see some of the over-the-middle looks that Palmer used to direct to Houshmandzadeh. Chris Henry isn't suspended and could be in position to have a decent season and help open things up more so for the Ocho.

Coming off his worst season to date, Ochocinco is ready to shed all doubters and rebuild that rapport he once had with a finally (well hopefully) healthy Carson Palmer. All bets are off if Palmer goes down. I just like the chances of Ocho having that bounce-back year and returning to the lofty throne of the upper-echelon WRs. Am I expecting too much? Not really. He's getting drafted with the Dominik Hixons of the world. Why not go with Ocho about two rounds later than Housh and thank me later.

Ryan Dembinsky: Did you really just make a Batman and Robin analogy? Wow. I think the more appropriate reference is Huey Lewis is leaving Clover and moving on to form the News.

Anyway, truth be told, I think both Ocho and Houshmandzadeh will have pretty solid seasons, but Housh still looks like the safer bet. As you said, Ocho is coming off his worst season ever with the exception of his rookie year in 2002 (and not by much) and his gunslinger Carson Palmer stunk it up and eventually sat the season out after playing awful in four games. Palmer keeps feeding the 100% bait to the media, but he opted against Tommy John surgery in the elbow and already has an ankle sprain causing him to miss preseason time, so something tells me Carson Palmer may not be as healthy as people think.

Sure both T.J. Houshmandzadeh and his quarterback have a new offense to learn, but a player with three consecutive seasons with over 90 catches moving into the No. 1 wide receiver role is no reason to doubt him. The targets will be up and Seattle looks like it has the better running game of the two teams, so even though Houshmandzadeh will get more attention, defenses will still have to be honest. In this case, more targets should still be a good thing. Plus, he should get a few more big play opportunities as opposed to being the near-total possession guy that he was in Cincinnati.

In the end, this is a case of two uncertain futures and two very talented wide receivers, but given the history, there is no reason to expect a big drop-off from Houshmandzadeh. He's happy as can be in Seattle, excited to play with Hasselbeck, loves his new offensive coordinator in Greg Knapp, and the lack of Ochocinco distractions should prove a relief. Housh outperformed his loud-mouthed teammate and earned the spotlight over the past three seasons and this year he will finally get his opportunity to stand in it.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: The Jerk, Starring Brandon Marshall

Ryan Dembinsky — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:00:00 EST

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The NFL hath donned fantasy football-loving geeks with a slew of new information to ponder as we head into the regular season. The big news comes from this preseason's ongoing whine-storm, Brandon Marshall, as he finally broke the last straw with new head coach Josh McDaniels. After seemingly endless disruptive behavior from Marshall, McDaniels finally snapped and suspended Marshall through Sept. 5th.

He might play come the regular season, but you would think there is a high chance this suspension could extend or Marshall could still end up elsewhere this season. One thing is certain: downgrade this jerk in your wide receiver rankings.

There's plenty more going on elsewhere in the league, so let's take a look-see around the horn.

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o. While the Dallas Cowboys thought they would be happy to be rid of one of the league's other big-mouthed brats, Terrell Owens, Dallas' key replacement Roy Williams suffered a shoulder injury. The Dallas Morning News reports that X-rays came back negative. The Cowboys have listed Williams as day-to-day with a "shoulder contusion," but it looks like he'll be ready for the regular season.

o. The big news from Lincoln Financial Field as reported by the Philadelphia Inquirer was that Eagles head coach Andy Reid utilized Michael Vick in six plays in Thursday night's preseason game, during five of which he lined up at quarterback in the Wildcat formation and once at receiver in the slot. With all the negative publicity the Eagles have had to fight through to justify picking up Vick, you can rest assured they will get him in the game. Hence, teams will need to start preparing accordingly to adapt to these less-than-conventional looks. From a fantasy perspective, the more relevant issue is that this makes Donovan McNabb look less appealing.

o. One notable player to watch on Saturday will be Detroit Lions' first-rounder Brandon Pettigrew. MLive reports that Pettigrew will see his first preseason action on Saturday, which may or may not lead to a starting job in Week 1. The Lions clearly have high hopes for Pettigrew given the fact that they jumped on him over far more pressing needs, so look for the Lions to give him every opportunity to contribute this year. As for the starting quarterback come Week 1, it's still up in the air according to coach Jim Schwartz, but Daunte Culpepper will get the start in the final preseason game, so odds are leaning in his favor.

o. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that Rashard Mendenhall will start on Saturday against the Buffalo Bills. With fast Willie Parker out this week with a hamstring injury, the Steelers seek to get a good look at what Mendenhall can do. Parker does not appear to be seriously hurt, so do not expect a radical jump in value from Mendenhall, but this is certainly an opportunity for him to solidify a bigger role in the offense.

o. The Las Vegas Review Journal takes a look at rookie running back value and brings up a less well-known name in James Davis for Cleveland. Davis cranked off an 81-yard touchdown run and 116 yards on the ground against the Lions (so take from it what you will) and appears to be making a bit of a run at the starting spot, working a good amount with the first team. This guy looks to be a decent deep sleeper pick if he manages to stay under the radar.

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Fantasy Football Coin Flip: Philip Rivers or Donovan McNabb

Will Brinson — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:15:00 EST

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Quarterback is a tricky position -- you can draft a stud early and end up with a fantasy monster like Drew Brees. Or you can draft a stud early and end up with your season done in Week 1, like folks who pulled the trigger on Tom Brady last season.

Most people, however, prefer to wait a little while into a draft before drafting a signal-caller though. And this year, two guys who will be getting a TON of mid-round love are Philip Rivers and Donovan McNabb. With that in mind, myself and R.J. White went toe-to-toe over the course of several e-mails (although with the way I like to write -- read: loquacious -- I'm sure R.J. felt like it was a week's worth) to determine who's the better pick this year.

So, in the words of Wilco, let's get this party started. (With some mid-tempo rock!)

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Brinson: Let's go ahead and get this out of the way -- I am a huge Rivers fan. I went to school with him at NC State, I watched him dominate for four years, I've seen the majority of his games with the Chargers, I've drafted him in numerous leagues ever since the Bolts traded Brees and I still firmly believe that Rivers is the best quarterback from his draft class.

I also believe that he's one of the elite quarterbacks available in fantasy drafts this year and yet, somehow, you won't have to pay elite price for him, relatively speaking. Of course, you might not have to pay elite price for Donovan McNabb, but it seems a little bit silly to go through the whole "D-Nasty is really -- no, no, seriously! -- going to stay healthy and have the best year of his career this year" charade again when the reality is that McNabb, without an elite receiver to complement he and Brian Westbrook in the offense, will not be as good as Rivers this year.

For reasons, of course, that I'll expand on. But first, R.J., I assume you disagree?

White: When does McNabb ever have an elite receiver? I'll take the trio of DeSean Jackson, Kevin Curtis and Brent Celek, along with newly-drafted weapons Jeremy Maclin and LeSean McCoy. That group is probably the best talent McNabb has ever had to work with. Consider that he'll also be playing behind a line that added Pro Bowl tackle Jason Peters and Stacy Andrews, and it's quite possible McNabb could make a run at the top tier of QBs.

Did you know that in the course of his career, McNabb has never thrown more than 13 interceptions in a season? In fact, if you take his average yards, TDs, and interceptions per pass attempt in his career, last year's 3,916 yards, 23 TDs and 11 interceptions were perfectly average stats. 4,000 yards and a 2:1 TD:INT ratio is average over the course of a full season for the guy. Imagine what he'll do with an elite offensive line and two new weapons on offense.

With Brian Westbrook slated to play in the next preseason game, McNabb will be heading into the season with a full complement of talent surrounding him. That makes him dangerous, and a much better value than Rivers in fantasy drafts.

Brinson: Hmmm. Well, while I won't deny the nice talent surrounding McNabb this year (I freaking LOVE Maclin and I think he'll be a nice complement to Jackson), let's not act like Terrell Owens wasn't once a Philadelphia Eagle. Like, in 2004. Which, not so coincidentally, is one of only two years that has seen McNabb top 3,500 yards on the football field.

Of course, if you want to discuss total yardage, you could always throw out the "but McNabb's almost never healthy!" Which is a statement that I'd be hard-pressed to disagree with; 9,10,14,16 are his games played the last four years, which would be nice except he's getting older and any implication that he's guaranteed to be healthy again this year (only once has he played in all 16 games in back-to-back seasons) is simply silly.

Rivers, on the other hand, hasn't missed a game in the three seasons that he's been the starter for the Chargers. Now, before you yell at me for sample size, let's consider how beneficial it is that he's only played three full years: McNabb has the wear and tear of 10 full seasons as a starter; Phil's likelihood of staying healthy is substantially higher, provided you're willing to exclude any fluke injury scenarios.

Oh yes, and in those three years, how good (and underrated, really) has Rivers been? He tossed for over 4,000 yards and 34 TDs last year. The last time D-Nasty hit those numbers was, um, let me see here ... well, dang. My computer must be broken, because I can't find that year on the googlez. But all crappy jokes aside, it's fairly important to note as well that in Rivers' first season as a starter, he threw for 3,388 yards and 22 touchdowns, which at this point would go down as the third or fourth best season in McNabb's career if he managed to put it up this year.

White: You can play the injury card as much as you want, but the truth is that anybody can go down at any time. No one is guaranteed to be healthy. Tom Brady wasn't injury-prone and looked like a super-safe pick heading into 2008, before Bernard Pollard ended his season. I do believe McNabb has a better line than Rivers, and this should help reduce the number of bone-jarring shots McNabb has to take during the season.

I don't doubt that Rivers will be good in 2009, so I can't trash him in this space. But while Rivers looks the part of a solid second-tier QB, McNabb has the upside to be a first-tier QB and challenge for the QB1 title this season. With his rock-solid portfolio in tow, McNabb as a sixth-round pick has the kind of upside that can win a fantasy season. I'll take him and pair him with a consistent QB2, in case McNabb does miss a game or two. When Weeks 15 and 16 roll around, and McNabb is racking up fantasy points at home against San Francisco and Denver, I'll be that much closer to a fantasy title.

Brinson: No doubt on the random injury thing -- it's why I cautioned against drafting Tom Brady too early last season (/end shameless self promotion). Of course, that's not, obviously, because I knew he was getting injured; it's because I didn't think Brady was good value at the front of the first round. That proved to be true, just much earlier (and easier!) than I expected.

I don't mention that because I'm a braggart (I am, of course, but that's not the purpose here), but because I think the only knock on Rivers -- maybe -- is the value card. You're burning a third-, fourth-, or fifth-round pick on him, and I don't like to pick up quarterbacks that early. Of course, the other options available are Aaron Rodgers, Kurt Warner, Tony Romo and McNabb, at least in terms of where they're tiered out respective to draft position. And frankly, as good as Warner is, and as much as I like Rodgers, I think Rivers is the best option out of all the people there.

So if you're looking for a non-elite quarterback -- and I think you could argue there are only two in Drew Brees and Brady this year -- Rivers is almost unquestionably the guy in my mind. One of the reasons I love him so much? His schedule, particularly when paired against McNabb. SF and Denver are solid playoff options, but they're certainly not a chop-licking Week 15 matchup against the Bengals. Additionally, I think the loss of Albert Haynesworth will be debilitating to Tennessee, although it's hard to argue with a straight face that they won't be at least "good" defensively. But, hey, for all we know, Rivers won't even be playing in those weeks.

That's right. We all just remembered he plays in the AFC West. That means two matchups against the Broncos, Raiders and Chiefs. Awkwardly, the Eagles also get those teams, and the Chargers have to face the NFC East, but at least it's only once.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: The Last Meaningless Weekend

Sean Lalley — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:10:00 EST

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Cut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's daily gathering of links from around the web, covering the goings-on in NFL Training Camp which have an impact on fantasy value.

The third week of the preseason is officially underway with Michael Vick coming at you live right now. For most teams this is a dress rehearsal to see just what they've got. Yup, the stars will get some extensive first-half action and then it's on to prepare for Week 1 or the first meaningful games. Remind me why they play the final preseason game again? Anyhow, for us fantasy football pundits our drafts have already taken place or are right around the corner, and thus this is our last chance to get a glimpse at certain players or prospect potential sleepers.

(Quick Update: Michael Vick finished the game 4-for-4 passing).

So, let's dive right into what's going on around the league on this Thursday.

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Other Fantasy Related Camp News:
o. In Oakland they are loving their rookie TE Brandon Myers. What exactly does this mean for everyone's favorite TE sleeper Zach Miller? Well, not a whole lot. However, take note that Myers was brought in for the sole purpose of lightening the blocking workload of Miller, which would allow Miller to be more involved in the passing game. Reports are that Myers has done more than impress with just his blocking; his pass-catching abilities have really caught everyone's attention. Monitor the situation, but don't shy away from Miller -- he's still got the goods to be a star fantasy tight end.

o. Whose Cadillac is that? Don't look now, but Cadillac Williams is returning to action as we speak. After a few devastating knee injuries he's once again climbed out of the dumps and is attempting to make another valiant return. Don't get all nostalgic in thinking it's 2005 all over again, but his name alone is worth watching on the waiver wire if nothing else. That said, the job is still in the clutches of Derrick Ward and Earnest Graham for short yardage and/or the occasional goal-line look.

o. Who will be the No. 2 wide receiver in Washington? It's an ongoing battle between Devin Thomas, Malcolm Kelly and Antwaan Randle El. At the start of camp it appeared as though Thomas would be the guy, but now it's anybody's chance to grab that spot. Pardon my Michigan State bias, but my hunch tells me Thomas has the best chance to eventually win the spot. It might not be right away, but monitor Thomas as a super-duper deep sleeper if he gets the chance. Then again, I said that last year.

o. Donnie Avery, who figures to be focal point of the Rams' passing offense, returned to the practice field and proclaims himself ready to roll. He's returning from a stress fracture and was originally thought to miss a couple regular-season games. Time will tell, but don't let him pass you by in the later rounds by being overly concerned. He could help you out.

o. It may be time to start getting pretty skeptical on Carson Palmer's health. He's been hurt the majority of this preseason and he's probably not going to play a lick in the final few games. This my friends is a cause for concern for a guy who wasn't exactly 100% last offseason, and parlayed that into an injury-plagued campaign where he eventually hung up the cleats without ever really playing much. The moral of the story here is don't waste a pick on Palmer until the value is right. And that could very well be Round 10 or beyond.

o. Everyone's favorite WR sleeper, Nate Washington, is hamstrung in Tennessee. A hamstring injury is certainly something you should worry about. He was having a solid camp and looked to be the threat the Titans sorely needed to help stretch the field for Chris Johnson. However, expecting him back for opening night is foolish. An injury like this could linger for several weeks. Monitor this situation closely if you had visions of snagging Washington.

Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: The Last Meaningless Weekend originally appeared on Fantasy Football Fanhouse on Thu, 27 Aug 2009 21:10:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Live Fantasy Football Chat from Thursday

R.J. White — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 18:00:00 EST

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It's Thursday, so that means it's time for another fantasy football chat with yours truly. Having problems organizing your fantasy football cheat sheets? Can't decide where to slot Edgerrin James and Julius Jones? Want to bounce fantasy football mock draft strategy off me? Then come by at 6 PM ET and I'll answer all your fantasy football questions. I'll also let you in on my late-round sleepers, RBs to avoid, and best defensive play for Week 1, but you have to ask nicely.

So come into the chat room at 6 PM ET. You'll find it after the jump.

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Fantasy Football Cut-N-Go: It's the Broadway Sanchez Show

Sean Lalley — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:00:00 EST

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Cut-N-Go is Fantasy Football FanHouse's daily gathering of links from around the web, covering the goings-on in NFL Training Camp which have an impact on fantasy value.

To the surprise of virtually nobody, Broadway Sanchez will get the starting nod as the QB of the New York Jets. Despite looking uncertain and a lot like an inexperienced rookie this preseason, the Jets will entrust Mark Sanchez to lead the franchise towards the future. From a fantasy football perspective that is the only way to view Mark Sanchez -- by way of the future, meaning keeper leagues only for next year. Let's not lose the focus; he'll do you no good this season.

What else is happening around the way?

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o. The Detroit Lions continue to nurse injuries in the receiving corps, which might explain the dismal showing against the Browns this past weekend ... or not. I'm not sure how anyone could call this group the "Big 3." Not many are concerned about Bryant Johnson or Dennis Northcutt. All we really want to know is will Calvin Johnson and the sore thumb be ready for the season? Well, the "Big 3" including injured TE Brandon Pettigrew have been practicing this week, so that's good.

o. Terrell Owens is looking just fine according to the Buffalo News. He's battling a lingering toe injury and the hunch here is that he will most likely sit out the remainder of the preseason. At least take solace in the fact that he looks good running routes right now in practice and don't let that dampen your plans to draft T.O., if in fact that is your plan.

o. The Colts plan on not only making Reggie Wayne (once again) the focal point of their passing game, but they are also looking at creative ways to get Wayne the ball. That means lining him up all over the field and in various formations, anything to throw off the defense. Look for Wayne to line up inside, outside, in bunch formations, right, left, up, down and around in circles. As always, the fantasy impact is steady as it goes for Wayne.

o. For those ready to stamp the Beanie Wells Express as the most desirable RB to own in Phoenix, think again. Larry Fitzgerald makes mention that the Cardinals backfield will indeed by a RB by committee with Wells and Tim Hightower splitting carries. He even goes on to mention that's simply the norm in today's NFL and the goal is to keep everyone fresh. Thanks Larry, that's just what fantasy geeks love to hear ... not.

o. It's all Brett Favre and all Michael Vick, all the time. We will get a good look at both guys this week, as Favre expects to play an entire half and Vick will get extensive action for the Eagles. How will the new media outlets simply not explode? This may be the only glimpses we get for fantasy draft purposes, so pay close attention if you were thinking about taking a late-round flier on either guy.

o. On the injury beat, Shaun Hill of the 49ers strained his lower back in practice Wednesday, but should be ready for the game against the Cowboys this weekend. This is always worth monitoring, as we never do seem to get full disclosure on preseason injuries. Dually worth noting as some people (myself included) have a hunch on Shaun Hill as a late-round sleeper.

o. Kyle Orton has no obstacles in his way as the starting QB in Denver. Not that there was much concern, but backup option Chris Simms has suffered a high ankle sprain. Yup, that's one of those lingering ankle injuries that always seem to last about two weeks longer than expected. It should come as no surprise that Orton will indeed be the starter. Now, if he's gonna start for your fantasy team on opening day -- that's another story.

o. From the "this is actually kind of irrelevant" department, it looks like Matt Leinart is moving his way back into good graces in Arizona and could be the No. 2 QB on the depth chart. Phew, I was worried for a second. Although, really it's no joking matter if Warner goes down, because Leinart would inherit a pretty decent offense.

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Fantasy Football Coin Flip: Mark Sanchez or Matt Stafford?

Ryan Dembinsky — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:30:00 EST

Filed under: Dynasty Diaries, Draft Advice

Neither of these two rookies, Mark Sanchez or Matt Stafford, are likely burning up the draft board given their unproven positions and untested nerves in the regular season. But sorting through the rookie noise at quarterback can prove worthwhile as we all know how it feels to be digging through the waiver-wire trash on game days. Making the right choice on your rookie flier in the late rounds can end up saving the day on multiple occasions once those injuries and bye weeks come flying at you.

The jury is still out on whether either of these guys will have much fantasy impact at this point, but so far they look like the two most likely candidates to get heavy repetitions, so let's get the debate rolling...

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Dembinsky: It'd be awfully easy to point at Mark Sanchez as a dead man walking from a fantasy perspective this week. Sanchez played like a scatterbrained youth in Monday night's defeat -- a loss that is largely attributed to Sanchez's awfulness -- going just 3-of-8 for 43 yards with one TD and one interception.

Let's keep things in perspective though. As compared to Matt Stafford, Sanchez has a far superior supporting cast in terms of a running game, an offensive line, and receiver depth. Yeah I know, Stafford has that one special receiver in Megatron, who single-handedly makes a case for Stafford, but Sanchez should have a much easier time learning his offense while standing vertically, as opposed to cleaning grass out of his helmet after every play.

As for Sanchez's struggles in the preseason, how much weight do you want to place on a preseason game against the Ravens, one of the toughest defenses in the league? Personally, I see a much faster coming of age from Sanchez than Stafford. Plus, Sanchez will likely get the start in Week 1, which makes a big difference in development. All told, I think Stafford has better individual tools and should eventually be the better quarterback in the league, but Sanchez has a better shot at blossoming as a player with some waiver-wire potential down the road in the 2009-2010 season.

Sean Lalley: First off, let's be realistic. Neither one of these guys is going to win you a fantasy title this season. However, both guys are sure-bet keepers in the long run. And you never know, maybe they surprise us all at some point this season. I'm not banking too much on that happening and neither should you, but if my hands are tied and I had to go with one or the other ... I'm going with Stafford.

Let me point out the obvious reason why and yup, it's Calvin Johnson. The Jets simply have nothing even remotely close on their side. Really, we expect Mark Sanchez as a rookie QB to make something out of the ever-inconsistent Jerricho Cotchery? I'm not even sure that Sanchez's best WR option even matches Bryant Johnson for the Lions. OK, maybe that's a stretch, but Calvin Johnson alone makes quarterbacks look better than they are. He's a pretty big safety valve if you ask me.

We all know that Sanchez is going to get the nod right off the bat, which can be good and bad. Chances are Stafford will have to wait a few games until Daunte Culpepper goes up in flames. So, advantage Sanchez for getting knocked around and initiated to the NFL for several weeks, while Stafford can sit, observe and learn the ropes. It's up to you how you like your QB of the future to be schooled. I prefer the watch-and-learn approach -- it has a resounding success rate.

Lastly, we fail to even mention that while the Jets have a solid running game, so do the Lions. Kevin Smith is no slouch and if you don't think he's gonna help take some heat off whomever plays QB and Megatron, think again. Add it all up and if you ask me, Stafford just has more positives (in the long run) on his side -- a dominant WR, a solid running back and a potential star in Brandon Pettigrew at TE. This debate will rage on with advantage Sanchez for now, but just keep a closer eye on Stafford in keeper leagues. Thank me later.

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Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Top 200 Overall, Updated September 6th

R.J. White — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:15:00 EST

Filed under: Draft Advice

Here's an updated version of our Top 200. After the first few rounds of your draft, you should be focusing more on need and finding value at positions. This is your handy-dandy list for player comparisons, but be sure to check out our continuously-updated positional rankings for value shifts over the next few weeks as well.

1. Adrian Peterson, RB, Vikings
2. Maurice Jones-Drew, RB, Jaguars
3. Matt Forte, RB, Bears
4. Steven Jackson, RB, Rams
5. Michael Turner, RB, Falcons

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6. Chris Johnson, RB, Titans
7. Frank Gore, RB, 49ers
8. Andre Johnson, WR, Texans
9. Randy Moss, WR, Patriots
10. DeAngelo Williams, RB, Panthers
11. Calvin Johnson, WR, Lions
12. LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, Chargers
13. Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Cardinals
14. Steve Slaton, RB, Texans
15. Brian Westbrook, RB, Eagles
16. Drew Brees, QB, Saints
17. Brandon Jacobs, RB, Giants
18. Marion Barber, RB, Cowboys
19. Greg Jennings, WR, Packers
20. Reggie Wayne, WR, Colts
21. Tom Brady, QB, Patriots
22. Roddy White, WR, Falcons
23. Steve Smith, WR, Panthers
24. Ronnie Brown, RB, Dolphins
25. Peyton Manning, QB, Colts
26. Marques Colston, WR, Saints
27. Anquan Boldin, WR, Cardinals
28. Kevin Smith, RB, Lions
29. Pierre Thomas, RB, Saints
30. Ryan Grant, RB, Packers
31. Clinton Portis, RB, Redskins
32. Wes Welker, WR, Patriots
33. Aaron Rodgers, QB, Packers
34. Jason Witten, TE, Cowboys
35. Knowshon Moreno, RB, Broncos
36. Antonio Gates, TE, Chargers
37. Chad Ochocinco, WR, Bengals
38. Dwayne Bowe, WR, Chiefs
39. Darren McFadden, RB, Raiders
40. Joseph Addai, RB, Colts
41. Philip Rivers, QB, Chargers
42. T.J. Houshmandzadeh, WR, Seahawks
43. Vincent Jackson, WR, Chargers
44. Marshawn Lynch, RB, Bills
45. Reggie Bush, RB, Saints
46. Lee Evans, WR, Bills
47. Eddie Royal, WR, Broncos
48. Ray Rice, RB, Ravens
49. Donovan McNabb, QB, Eagles
50. Dallas Clark, TE, Colts
51. Terrell Owens, WR, Bills
52. DeSean Jackson, WR, Eagles
53. Kurt Warner, QB, Cardinals
54. Tony Gonzalez, TE, Falcons
55. Felix Jones, RB, Cowboys
56. Matt Schaub, QB, Texans
57. Ahmad Bradshaw, RB, Giants
58. Santana Moss, WR, Redskins
59. Larry Johnson, RB, Chiefs
60. Braylon Edwards, WR, Browns
61. Thomas Jones, RB, Jets
62. Chris Wells, RB, Cardinals
63. Anthony Gonzalez, WR, Colts
64. Lance Moore, WR, Saints
65. Bernard Berrian, WR, Vikings
66. Roy Williams, WR, Cowboys
67. Willie Parker, RB, Steelers
68. Antonio Bryant, WR, Buccaneers
69. Tony Romo, QB, Cowboys
70. Brandon Marshall, WR, Broncos
71. Jay Cutler, QB, Bears
72. Jerricho Cotchery, WR, Jets
73. Hines Ward, WR, Steelers
74. Cedric Benson, RB, Bengals
75. Donnie Avery, WR, Rams
76. Chris Cooley, TE, Redskins
77. Santonio Holmes, WR, Steelers
78. Greg Olsen, TE, Bears
79. Donald Brown, RB, Colts
80. Derrick Ward, RB, Buccaneers
81. Devin Hester, WR, Bears
82. Carson Palmer, QB, Bengals
83. Kevin Walter, WR, Texans
84. Derrick Mason, WR, Ravens
85. Jonathan Stewart, RB, Panthers
86. Donald Driver, WR, Packers
87. LenDale White, RB, Titans
88. Torry Holt, WR, Jaguars
89. Matt Ryan, QB, Falcons
90. LeSean McCoy, RB, Eagles
91. Percy Harvin, WR, Vikings
92. Rashard Mendenhall, RB, Steelers
93. Ben Roethlisberger, QB, Steelers
94. Dustin Keller, TE, Jets
95. Josh Morgan, WR, 49ers
96. Laveranues Coles, WR, Bengals
97. Tim Hightower, RB, Cardinals
98. Matt Cassel, QB, Chiefs
99. Julius Jones, RB, Seahawks
100. David Garrard, QB, Jaguars

101. Earnest Graham, RB, Buccaneers
102. Zach Miller, TE, Raiders
103. Owen Daniels, TE, Texans
104. Darren Sproles, RB, Chargers
105. Kellen Winslow, TE, Buccaneers
106. Domenik Hixon, WR, Giants
107. Fred Jackson, RB, Bills
108. Trent Edwards, QB, Bills
109. Ted Ginn, WR, Dolphins
110. Steve Breaston, WR, Cardinals
111. Brent Celek, TE, Eagles
112. Chester Taylor, RB, Vikings
113. Shonn Greene, RB, Jets
114. Steve Smith, WR, Giants
115. Visanthe Shiancoe, TE, Vikings
116. Pittsburgh Steelers, DF, Pittsburgh
117. Chris Henry, WR, Bengals
118. Earl Bennett, WR, Bears
119. New York Giants, DF, Giants
120. Baltimore Ravens, DF, Ravens
121. Minnesota Vikings, DF, Vikings
122. Shaun Hill, QB, 49ers
123. John Carlson, TE, Seahawks
124. Jerious Norwood, RB, Falcons
125. San Diego Chargers, DF, Chargers
126. James Davis, RB, Browns
127. Fred Taylor, RB, Patriots
128. Matt Hasselbeck, QB, Seahawks
129. Eli Manning, QB, Giants
130. Jamaal Charles, RB, Chiefs
131. Nate Burleson, WR, Seahawks
132. Edgerrin James, RB, Seahawks
133. Joey Galloway, WR, Patriots
134. Leon Washington, RB, Jets
135. Le'Ron McClain, RB, Ravens
136. Chicago Bears, DF, Bears
137. Kevin Curtis, WR, Eagles
138. Tennessee Titans, DF, Titans
139. Jamal Lewis, RB, Browns
140. Kevin Boss, TE, Giants
141. Kyle Orton, QB, Broncos
142. Michael Bush, RB, Raiders
143. Chris Chambers, WR, Chargers
144. Willis McGahee, RB, Ravens
145. New England Patriots, DF, Patriots
146. New York Jets, DF, Jets
147. Green Bay Packers, DF, Packers
148. Justin Fargas, RB, Raiders
149. Tashard Choice, RB, Cowboys
150. Philadelphia Eagles, DF, Eagles
151. Glen Coffee, RB, 49ers
152. Jason Campbell, QB, Redskins
153. Joe Flacco, QB, Ravens
154. Dallas Cowboys, DF, Cowboys
155. Rob Bironas, PK, Titans
156. Davone Bess, WR, Dolphins
157. Brady Quinn, QB, Browns
158. Nate Kaeding, PK, Chargers
159. Jake Delhomme, QB, Panthers
160. Washington Redskins, DF, Redskins
161. Mark Clayton, WR, Ravens
162. Stephen Gostkowski, PK, Patriots
163. Heath Miller, TE, Steelers
164. Chad Pennington, QB, Dolphins
165. Neil Rackers, PK, Cardinals
166. David Akers, PK, Eagles
167. Kris Brown, PK, Texans
168. Jason Elam, PK, Falcons
169. Brett Favre, QB, Vikings
170. Mason Crosby, PK, Packers
171. Robbie Gould, PK, Bears
172. Ryan Longwell, PK, Vikings
173. Sidney Rice, WR, Vikings
174. Laurent Robinson, WR, Rams
175. Danny Ware, RB, Giants
176. Nick Folk, PK, Cowboys
177. John Carney, PK, Saints
178. Tony Scheffler, TE, Broncos
179. Kevin Faulk, RB, Patriots
180. Jermichael Finley, TE, Packers
181. Sammy Morris, RB, Patriots
182. Martellus Bennett, TE, Cowboys
183. JaMarcus Russell, QB, Raiders
184. Chris Brown, RB, Texans
185. Rashad Jennings, RB, Jaguars
186. Mohamed Massaquoi, WR, Browns
187. Kerry Collins, QB, Titans
188. Shayne Graham, PK, Bengals
189. Bernard Scott, RB, Bengals
190. Phil Dawson, PK, Browns
191. Mark Sanchez, QB, Jets
192. Jerome Harrison, RB, Browns
193. Nate Washington, WR, Titans
194. Vernon Davis, TE, 49ers
195. Todd Heap, TE, Ravens
196. Miami Dolphins, DF, Dolphins
197. Seattle Seahawks, DF, Seahawks
198. Patrick Crayton, WR, Cowboys
199. Troy Williamson, WR, Jaguars
200. Michael Crabtree, WR, 49ers

Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet: Top 200 Overall, Updated September 6th originally appeared on Fantasy Football Fanhouse on Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:15:00 EST . Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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