It’s been a while since I did this, but I’m back and ready for more! As usual, I’ll list 2-3 players for each side, but by this time, decisions should be easier, minus one-week leagues. Happy fantasy days!
Note: I don’t get the whole ‘guitar lessons’ theme on comments, but I don’t really care.
QB
Anyone on a bye: Nay
Duh.
Eli Manning: Yea
Surprisingly, Eli is owned in around 75% of leagues(ESPN and NFL.com). The Bengals look like a great matchup, allowing 17+ points to the last 4 QBs. Waiver-wire time!
Blake Bortles: Nay
Houston has been stingy, giving 12.5 fantasy points per game this year. Combined with Bortles’ flop, a benching is in order, or even a drop.
Carson Wentz: Yea
Wentz has had very bad growing pains recently, but I expect a turnaround. Atlanta has been the most inviting defense to opposing quarterbacks, with an average of 22 fantasy points allowed/game. This should go well for the rookie.
RB
Jay Ajayi: Yea
I got a feeling that this guy ain’t done yet, and the Chargers aren’t any good to stop him.
LeGarette Blount: Nay
He has resurged, but Seattle has been tough on running backs, so bench in favor of others.
Jordan Howard: Yea
Speaking of others…Howard has surpassed Jeremy Langford, and should have a great day, so grab him while you still can!
Spencer Ware: Nay
He has to clear concussion protocol, and Carolina has a great run defense. Bench time!
WR
Terrelle Pryor Sr.: Yea
If he’s not taken, get him now. Third-worst defense, plus majority share of ball equals success.
Larry Fitzgerald: Yea
He’s playing the 49ers, and that ankle isn’t hurting him much. Waiver-wire, come here!
Brandin Cooks: Nay
Denver has been very stingy, so all Saints receivers should be carefully considered.
Jamison Crowder: Nay
Minnesota has been just as hard on receivers, and Crowder, the most fantasy-worthy, will be limited to a flex, at best.
TE
Hunter Henry: Nay
Those two good games are long gone, and Antonio Gates just won’t go away. Sorry, look elsewhere.
Antonio Gates: Yea
That elsewhere can be his own teammate. Gates is the most-targeted TE since Week 5. This is a good waiver use.
Zach Miller: Yea
Coming off a bye, with Jay Cutler at the helm. Seven catches last week, and more coming this.
Coby Fleener: Nay
Fleener has not caught very well, and Denver’s pass rush should keep him busy. Bench in favor of say, Miller.
D/ST
Seahawks: Nay
Playing against Tom Brady off a bye is not good. Look for a more favorable matchup.
Rams: Yea
The Jets look terrible, and if Bryce Petty plays, expect 10+ points for this waiver-wire pick.
By the way, I have started a Twitter account, so if you’re uncertain on who to start, ask using #kststartorsit. Thanks and a good weekend!