The Dynasty Aftermath: Week Twelve

Ken Kelly Posted On December 1, 2015

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Welcome to DLF’s Dynasty Aftermath. This staple article is our longest running signature piece as we have a little fun after a tough week at the Dynasty League Football office. You’ll find this article will review the week’s happenings in a variety of ways and help set you up for the coming weeks as we spin around the league in the way we know best.

I’m a sucker for a good mob movie and The Untouchables is one of the best. This all-time classic featured Andy Garcia, Kevin Costner, Sean Connery and that guy in the glasses in the story of Al Capone (played by Robert De Niro) and the group of law enforcement agents who tried to take him down.

As I settled on this theme for the week, I started to ask myself a pretty interesting question: “Who are the untouchables now?” I’d define an “untouchable,” in a dynasty league as a player who you couldn’t get in a trade unless you basically gutted your entire team and threw in some cash under the table. In other words, their price is so astronomical it’s not even worth the time to ask.

After putting some thought into it, I think there are only a select few players I’d deem as totally “untouchable” in any league (yes, anybody can be traded, but the likelihood of getting any of these players without drastically overpaying is slim to none). The only players I think I’d have on the list right now would be DeAndre Hopkins, Todd Gurley, Julio Jones, Antonio Brown and Odell Beckham Jr. Andrew Luck’s struggles this year likely keep him off it, Dez Bryant could be on it, but there’s a possibility someone could be concerned about his injuries piling up. AJ Green could also have a place on it, but he’s still yet to have that really spectacular season that truly makes him elite in the eyes of many. A case could be made for Rob Gronkowski as well, but there also has to be some element of pause with him as he, too, has been hurt a ton over the years.

I could make a case for any of those players being on the list, though. What do you think? Are there other players to consider truly “untouchable?” Post your thoughts in the comments section if you have an opinion.

Meanwhile, expect some Untouchables references as we spin through the weekly aftermath.

Week Twelve Fantasy MVP

Russell Wilson has been a disappointment for most of the season. With the addition of Jimmy Graham, Wilson was expected to yet another step forward and become a truly elite fantasy quarterback. Unfortunately, Wilson has failed to meet his lofty expectations as the Seahawks were never really able to integrate Graham into the offense. However, Wilson was able to salvage quite a few fantasy seasons yesterday as he threw for 345 yards and five touchdowns this week against the Steelers. Having a monster fantasy day while only rushing for 14 yards goes to show Wilson really can throw the ball when needed. He’ll be an interesting play the rest of the way if the Seahawks defense continues to deteriorate from their elite level and the offense is asked to do more, I just wouldn’t expect a repeat of this performance.

Week Twelve Fantasy LVP

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Thanksgiving is all about food, family and football. It’s always fun to wake up and watch the Lions and Cowboys each and every year. Ironically, the Lions are actually playing well and it was Dallas who really needed a win to have any hope for the playoffs. Sadly, Tony Romo had a terrible day against Carolina as he passed for just 106 yards, three interceptions and broke his collarbone again. I don’t believe the mob has control of football games, but that was as bad as it could get this week and Romo single-handedly ruined Thanksgiving for America. Ok, maybe that’s a stretch. Romo single-handedly ruined Thanksgiving for most of Texas, though.

Lineup Fun

The Untouchable Lineup of the Week
“Somebody messes with me, I’m going to mess with him.”

QB Russell Wilson SEA = 345 passing yards, 14 rushing yards, five touchdowns
RB Adrian Peterson MIN = 158 rushing yards, two catches, 29 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB DeAngelo Williams PIT = 29 rushing yards, seven catches, 88 receiving yards, one touchdown
RB LeSean McCoy BUF = 70 rushing yards, three catches, 31 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Jarvis Landry MIA = 13 catches, 165 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Calvin Johnson DET = Eight catches, 93 receiving yards, three touchdowns
WR Brandon Marshall NYJ = Nine catches, 131 receiving yards, two touchdowns
TE Antonio Gates SD = Four catches, 53 receiving yards, two touchdowns

The Underdog Lineup of the Week
“Never stop, never stop fighting till the fight is done.”

QB Matthew Stafford DET = 337 passing yards, 13 rushing yards, five touchdowns
RB Eddie Lacy GB = 105 rushing yards, four catches, 34 receiving yards, one touchdown
RB Spencer Ware KC = 114 rushing yards, three catches, one receiving yard, one touchdown
RB CJ Anderson DEN = 113 rushing yards, four catches, 40 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Doug Baldwin SEA = Six catches, 145 receiving yards, three touchdowns
WR Markus Wheaton PIT = Nine catches, 201 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Seth Roberts OAK = Six catches, 113 receiving yards, two touchdowns
TE Julius Thomas JAX = Nine catches, 116 receiving yards, one touchdown

The Disappointing Lineup of the Week
“I think I’ll have a drink.”

QB Tony Romo DAL = 106 passing yards, three interceptions, one lost season
RB Karlos Williams BUF = Five rushing yards
RB Chris Johnson ARI = 17 rushing yards, one catch
RB LeGarrette Blount NE = 27 rushing yards
WR Keshawn Martin NE = One catch, eight receiving yards
WR Malcom Floyd SD = One catch, 12 receiving yards
WR Michael Floyd ARI = One catch, 14 receiving yards
TE Vernon Davis DEN = Two catches, ten receiving yards

Gut Checks

I’d be worried if I owned Jimmy Graham. A lost season just got worse with the toughest injury you could possibly have.

I’d be worried if I expected DeAndre Hopkins to have a week like that again.

I’d be worried if thought DeAngelo Williams would slow down.

I’d be worried if I had any Cowboys players. Talk about a lost season.

I’d be worried if I owned Matt Ryan. He just looks lost.

I’d be worried if I owned CJ2K. A resurgent year and subsequent injury is going to give David Johnson a chance.

I’d be worried if thought Blake Bortles wasn’t a decent option.

I’d be worried if I thought Gary Barnidge was a flash in the pan.

I’d be worried if I was at a table with Robert De Niro and he had a baseball bat.

I’d be worried if I owned Peyton Manning. Goes without saying, but I’m saying it anyway.

I’d be worried if I was expecting consistency from Tavon Austin.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t noticing Seth Roberts.

Ditto on Will Tye.

I’d be worried if I hadn’t considered buying low on Julius Thomas when you could have.

I’d be worried if I had Johnny Manziel.

I’d be worried if I didn’t view Jarvis Landry as a serious PPR weapon, capable of winning you a title.

I’d be worried if I thought I was going to get anything from Nelson Agholor this season.

I’d be worried if I didn’t have any of those “Untouchables” listed above on my roster.

I’d be worried if I was relying on either Indianapolis tight end.

I’d be worried if I owned Rob Gronkowski…but it could have been so much worse.

I’d be worried if I was playing against Brandon Marshall. He may wear out his welcome quickly, but he sure can play.

I’d be worried if I had totally buried Eddie Lacy. Weird season.

Ditto on Sammy Watkins.

I’d be worried if I thought prohibition was still in effect.

A Look Ahead to Hot Names on the Waiver Wire

Remember, we focus on the lesser names here who we haven’t mentioned much this season. Frankly, you’re too smart for us to mention David Johnson. I mean, seriously? Be sure to pay close attention because we tend to be ahead of the curve. It’s getting pretty skinny at this point!

1.) Scott Chandler, TE NE

Rob Gronkowski should miss at least this week and Tom Brady is quickly running out of options. Chandler could make for a good short-term fix at tight end – just don’t expect Gronk-like numbers.

2.) Dontrelle Inman, WR SD

We’ve talked a lot about Inman the past couple of seasons, but he was heavily targeted this past week and could continue to soak up some looks. We all know Philip Rivers is throwing until his arm fall off anyway.

Brandon LaFell, Derek Carrier, Lance Moore, Albert Wilson, Dion Lewis, James Jones, Travis Benjamin, Darren Fells, Rishard Matthews, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Josh McCown, Antonio Andrews, Michael Vick, Thomas Rawls, Stefon Diggs, Roy Helu, Andre Williams, Chris Thompson, Charcandrick West, Jamison Crowder, Robert Turbin, Tim Wright, Knile Davis, Zach Zenner, Chris Givens, Robert Woods, Orleans Darkwa, DeAngelo Williams, Kendall Gaskins, Bennie Fowler, Kenbrell Thompkins, Glenn Winston, Shaun Draughn, Danny Amendola, Case Keenum, Wes Welker, Tre McBride, Rod Smith, Keshawn Martin, Rashad Greene, Brock Osweiler, JJ Nelson, Spencer Ware, Vernon Davis, Chris Harper.

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Ken is a corporate trainer by day an a tireless editor of dynasty content by night. His passion for the World Champion Seattle Seahawks is second only to his love of fantasy football and the dynasty format.

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