Daily Dynasty Update – August 27th

Posted on August 27, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

The news was expected but was finalized today – Josh Gordon will be suspended the season. If there was anytime to pick him up, now is it.
The Bucs traded tight end Tim Wright to the Patriots for guard Logan Mankins. Use the Wright hype to get something substantial as we can’t see him improving on his 54/571 line last year.
Wes Welker is on track to play in Week 1 despite a concussion suffered in the pre-season. For dynasty purposes, Welker is off the radar.
Those holding on to Giants tight end Adrien Robinson in can safely move on as its expected to be a committee in New York.

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Daily Dynasty Update – August 25th

Posted on August 25, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

It’s looking more and more like Derek Carr might be the first rookie quarterback to play when it counts. Matt Schaub has looked awful. Carr has some talent around him to stay tuned.
Carr may be first because the Vikings have named Matt Cassel the starter over Teddy Bridgewater. Bridgewater is still expected to start this season barring a comeback from Cassel.
Jaguars rookie receiver Allen Robinson will sit out again meaning his dynasty value may never be lower. Now would be a great time to pick him up in dynasty leagues.

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Your dynasty questions answered, part XIV

Posted on August 22, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

We continue our ongoing series of answering your dynasty questions. Today we cover the deep sleepers. Jeff asks,

I’m in a deep dynasty league (40 player rosters X 12 teams) and have the opportunity to pick up some of the leftovers from the waiver wire. Our wire currently includes guys like Juwan Thompson, Jeff Janis, Damien Williams (the RB, not the WR), Kevin Ogletree and a handful of other really deep sleeper types. If you had to pick two from the list above, who would it be? And would you recommend any other super deep guys?

With rosters that big, you have to go dumpster diving. However, occasionally you’ll find some gold down there. From the group you mentioned above, I’d go Juwan Thompson and Jeff Janis.

My favorite of the group would be Janis. He’s 6′ 3″ (yes, size matters as explained by this very good article about receivers and height), on a very good, pass-happy offense that has stability, and is a rookie. I’d keep Janis with an eye on 2015.
Juwan Thompson is part of the merry-go-round known as the Broncos running back corps. There never seems to be certainty in Denver which means anyone could be called on at anytime including Thompson. Ronnie Hillman and C.J. Anderson are JAG’s. Thompson can already pass protect and play special teams, where he’ll probably spend most of his time.
Another sleeper I’d consider is Brandon Williams, tight end from Carolina. He’s 6′ 3″ with a 4.5 40-time and earned high marks in the run game this pre-season. As Greg Olsen can attest, Carolina uses their tight ends more than most and Williams has only Ed Dickson ahead of him on the depth chart.

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Updated Dynasty Defensive Back Rankings – August 2014

Posted on August 22, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

Complete dynasty defensive back rankings can be found here.

A new entry in the top five with Johnathan Cyprien. The top five in order is Harrison Smith, Morgan Burnett, Cyprien, Earl Thomas, and Mark Barron.
The big drops include Eric Berry from 2 to 6 and rookie Deone Bucannon from 21 to 27.
Some risers include Malcolm Jenkins from 24 to 20; Antrelle Rolle from 32 to 26; and Major Wright from 34 to 30.

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Your Dynasty Questions Answered Here, Part XIII

Posted on August 19, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

We roll on with your dynasty fantasy football questions answered. Ryan asks:

I am in a keeper “by round drafted” league and need to keep 2 of the guys listed. I think I have some great options. I’ve got it listed in order of how I am leaning now, but I could justify picking several of these guys. Help!

Alshon Jeffrey – 10th

Jimmy Graham – 3rd

Eddie Lacy – 3rd

Keenan Allen – undrafted

Dez Bryant – 2nd

Andrew Luck – 5th

That’s quite the roster you accumulated and hope you went far last year! As for this year, you have to look at the value you’re getting. First, I would keep Jimmy Graham if it means giving up ‘only’ a third rounder. If you check out his average ADP, Graham is going in the first round in most drafts. Only giving up a third is a value and gives you an elite option at tight end.

The second option is a little trickier. For me, it’s between Alshon Jeffery and a 10th and Keenan Allen, who was undrafted. His 89/1,421/7 line was incredible and should continue in the same offense as last year. Allen had a very good season with 71/1,046/8 but is not in the same offense as Jeffery. Both provide good value with later picks but I give the edge to Jeffery.

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Daily Dynasty Update – August 18th

Posted on August 18, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

Jaguars rookie Blake Bortles is playing better than expected and will see more first-team reps in practice and games. It’s a gift and curse as many dynasty leaguers picked Bortles with the intent on putting him on a taxi squad. His strong play may change that.
Packers tight end Brandon Bostick suffered a lower leg injury which has cleared the way for Richard Rodgers to start. He should be owned in all dynasty leagues.
Eagles receiver Jeremy Maclin is dealing with a hamstring injury but should return today. Maclin is trying to battle back from a torn ACL and needs all the practice time he can get. Be careful with him in dynasty leagues.

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Dynasty Fantasy Football Podcast – Ep 11 – Dynasty Buys and Sells

Posted on August 15, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

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Updated Dynasty Linebacker Rankings – August 2014

Posted on August 14, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

Complete dynasty linebacker rankings can be found here.

With the injury to Kiko Alonso, we have a new entry to the top five. The order now goes Luke Kuechly, Lavonte David, Vontaze Burfict, NaVorro Bowman, and new to the list, Bobby Wagner.
Couple injury drops include Kiko Alonso from 4 to 10 and Sean Weatherspoon from 23 to 37.
Rookie risers include C.J. Mosley from 32 to 22; Christian Kirksey from 44 to 38; and Khalil Mack from off the list to 41.

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Daily Dynasty Update – August 13th

Posted on August 13, 2014 by dodgermoore Standard Reply

Finally, some faith in Cardinals running back Andre Ellington as he’s expected to get 20 rushes a game. We’re not as high on Ellington as others since he’s already 25 but he should be a low-end RB1 for a year or two.
One running back in line for a lot of carries that we are high on is Gio Bernard. He should get 300 carries and goal-line carries.
Be sure to draft Bears quarterback Jimmy Clausen as a viable backup in dynasty as he’s expected to win the job to back up Jay Cutler. Cutler hasn’t played 16 games since 2009.