Week Seven Lineup Advice

while I don’t think it was quite that egregious a trade, I do agree that you got the better end of the deal. I think that owner could have sold SJ higher.

I’d go with Wallace and Smith until further notice. I think Wallace will be the most improved fantasy player the second half of the year.

Agree with Wallace and Smith, though Gaffney would be a close second instead of Smith. I think Gaffney is actually a bit safer play in a ppr league, but Smith has a higher upside. So it just depends on how you want to play that.

I still trust Rivers a lot more even without his weapons. It’s just too hard to figure out Dallas right now and the Giants defensive line is likely going to give him some real trouble.

I’d take Orton vs. Oakland this week over Romo as well.

Yeah, agree with both above statements.

I’d go with Wells and Moss this week. Seattle’s run defense has been pretty good, but Arizona simply has to get Wells involved to be successful. He’s the only one on your list who will get guaranteed touches.

Wells for sure.
I think Crabs is steadily improving and could be a good play here, but I’d probably play Wallace over him, he’s a much safer bet.

Just need one

Some tough options there for sure. Stewart has been disappointing this year, but is still a dynasty lottery ticket. I see way too many people selling low on him right now.

That being said, Forsett and Butler seem to be the safest choices. I’d go with Forsett.

I’d go with D Alexander here. He’s less proven, but has a great rapport with Bradford. Sam Bradford essentially went to bat for him to get him into Clayton’s vacated spot, because he believes he can be something special. When you QB’s reputation is riding on your success, good things will probably happen. It’s a little more of a dicey play, but I’d recommend D Alexander.

I assume this is NOT a dynasty league.

First, I’d look to drop someone else other than Floyd to get VJax if you can. If you HAVE to make that call, I’d stick with Floyd for now. With CJ and Nicks, you’re pretty set. No need to risk too much and give up a few weeks of production you may get with Malcom.

With .5 for rush attempts, Woodhead is likely a better option this year than Branch in a non-PPR. Boy, that’s a serious RB tainted scoring league! Fun for sure, though.

I’d rank your flex as follows:

Torain
Moreno
McFadden

I don’t think you CAN assume they’re all healthy. McFadden will likely give it a go, but it’s tough to say how much work he’ll take away from Bush.

In a standard redraft league, I would drop Thomas for Starks. Thomas is going to be unreliable for the year and find it tough to carve a role with so many options in Denver. Starks could very well be a playoff hero.

If Thomas is out as expected, Ivory is a good choice there.

I like Ivory this week.

Thomas is going to be very unpredictable over the remainder of the year. Starks is a question mark but is going to get a chance to be the starter. I’d pick him up.

I’d go with Smith and Knox. Moore has a better chance to get Smith the ball and Knox is the most reliable of a group of unreliable Chicago receivers. He’s due for a touchdown here shortly.

You really need to see another good game from Alexander before using him.

I think Mike Williams is an ever week starter now, or close to. Crabtree is very much in the offense now. I start Williams and Crabtree. I want to see one week of Steve Smith in action before starting him again.

I’d go with Mathews and Britt, who is red hot right now.

Start Mathews and Williams. Britt isn’t starting this week and who knows where is head is.

I’d take Ivory if Thomas doesn’t play and I think you’re set at WR with Boldin, Wallace, and Lloyd this week.

Tough choice. I’d go with Ivory because he’ll probably see more touches. I’d sit Britt this week.

I don’t think you are. I can make a case for some of the others, especially Bess, but Seattle seems determined to get Williams involved.

I don’t think you’re crazy either … roll the dice with him

Boy, tough one. I think the Giants are on a roll right now with that defensive front and I think Romo is going to have a hard time completing any plays of significance. I’d go with Hernandez and cross my fingers.

Hate to say it, but Hernandez is better right now. He’s getting a lot of looks.

Torain and Wallace there for me. I think that’s pretty straight forward.

Torain and Williams. Wallace is a good play too, so go with your gut. The PPR favors Williams in my book.

QB: Kolb (Palmer cannot be trusted)
RB: Benson
TE: Hmm. I’d really pay attention to the practice reports this week. Is Quarless available in your league? If so, you could pick him up and play him Sunday night if Gates is inactive. If not, Watson should be a decent play.

Kolb.
Benson
Gates if he’s starting but it IS risky. He doesn’t miss games.

1.) With Huggins down, I’d take Blount
2.) Bradshaw
3.) Bowe and Knox in a .5 ppr

Thanks for the comments Mac, it’s appreciated.

1) Blount
2) Bradshaw
3) Bowe and Williams.

I’d go this way:

WRs: Wallace, Colston (man, he’s due)
RBs: Charles, Mendenhall
Flex: Hillis

WR: Williams (TB) and Colston
RB: Charles and Mendy
Flex: Hillis for the guaranteed touches.

I’d still go with Rivers, even down so many weapons. Your RBs to me are Forte and Torain.

Can’t sit Rivers, he starts
Forte and Torain.

QB: I just don’t trust Cassel at all. Ryan may not be flashy, but he should get you a decent game at home.

RB: I think Charles as well, though Torain is enticing.

WR: Bowe, Mike Williams (SEA), and Meachem seem pretty solid to me as well.

I see one big problem you have. If you were to start Cassel, Bowe, and Charles, that’s extremely risky. I like to refer to that situation as the “Bermuda Triangle.” It’s nearly impossible to take that much risk with three players from the same team each week.

I’d minimize the risk by taking out Cassel and working the other two.

QB: Tough choice – I start Ryan for the consistency
RB: Charles, I agree. Too much big play ability
WR: Bowe, Williams and Williams
TE: Gresham.

Gaffney without a doubt.

Gaffney. But Hester makes sense in return yardage leagues.

I’d go with the safer two of Benson and MJD.

Benson and MJD. Guaranteed touches against better matchups

Interesting one there. I’d go with Lynch this week and hope he scores a TD.

Lynch – Need to see one more week from Bowe

Benson without question…

Benson, no doubt.

Personally, I’d go with one of SD receivers. Someone’s gonna be catching balls, and while Britt has been automatic for 1 TD a week (odds are somepoint that trend will end) you gotta think the fantasy ceiling is higher for SD’s guys this week. I’d go with Crayton as he’s a more polished and route-friendly receiver.

Britt has himself a bit of a legal problem today. Sadly, I actually think Crayton has the biggest upside of the group this week.

I’m going with Woodhead this week as a sneaky play. He’s getting touches and looks. If it’s PPR, Woodhead’s an even better play

In a .5 ppr, I’d go with the mix of Ben, S Smith, Wallace, and Benson. Benson is a tad less risky than Torain with your other options there.

QB: Big Ben
WR: Wallace and Williams
Flex: Benson

Yeah, it’s odd, but it merits asking. I’d still go with Brady there. I’d take Torain over Lynch as well.

Brady.
I start Lynch because I like his matchup. But Torain is a safer play.

QB: Ryan
RB: Mendenhall, Wells, F Jackson since it’s a non PPR
WR: S Smith, M Williams

Your guess is as good as mine on the K, but I like Reed.

Agree with Ken completely

I’d roll with Mathews and Welker this week. I think those are the two best bets for touches.

I’d go with Jennings and Chad in a non-PPR. This week is do or die for the Ocho.

Jennings and Chad.

I’d actually go with Wallace and Gonzalez this week. Moss and Hernandez are close seconds.

Congrats Dan on the nice start! And thanks for the note.

Tough choice, but I would go with Wallace. Gonzo still has to get the start. Gotta give the vet his due.

I’d go with Forsett for question one there. Pittsburgh is just brutal on the opposition right now.

Hardesty is certainly going to get his chance. His injury history is piling up as always, though. I see Blount and Hillis the same way – players who could be short term starters, but not likely long term dynasty gems to build around.

The trade question is more difficult. It really depends on where you are in the standings and how other people value those two. If someone in your league is convinced Hillis will put together those top 15 RB numbers long term and will trade equal value to you, I’d jump on that IF you’re not in contention this season.

Forsett. PIT is just too tough.

Hardesty is going to get a chance but Hillis is really proving something. I like Hillis more than Blount. But Blount may get a chance this year to do something. I don’t see him as an every week starting RB in the future though.

I would capitalize on the opportunity to trade Hillis as the higher valued player right now. I worry about him going back to mediocrity next year.

Roethlisberger…

Big Ben seems to have it right now.

sorry i need two

Turner and Charles. If you’ve read my latest article, you know that I believe Turner’s value is steadily declining. Problem is, he may not have enough value left to get anything in return that makes for a good risk/reward.

I’d go with Nicks and a very hot Harvin right now. RBs to me are Rice and Forte and the flex would be Smith.

Hard to sit Nicks and Harvin right now. I’d start both
Rice and Forte for sure. Looks like DMC could be back.
Smith in your flex.

not even close that is a very bad trade, your giving up a lot for not much.

Maroney is nearly worthless at this point, Hart is a short term option at best. In a dynasty league, you’re getting Celek for Moeaki and Forsett.

That’s not great.

Agree with Ken whole-heartedly

Until I see more from Moreno, I go with Benson and Hillis.

Benson and Hillis. I worry about CLE being out of it early but I’ll take Hillis over Moreno until Moreno proves he can carry the load again.

Torain, Lloyd, Jennings, and Williams as long as McFadden plays.

Torain. Lloyd and Jennings. Williams. Bush is a nice play if DMC is out.

If you have roster space, Tamme is a viable pickup. Most shallow leagues have some better options like Ben Watson, Tony Scheffler, and Anthony Fasano, however.

You want to own Tamme if you have the spot (I picked him up myself) but expectations should be low. He’s a mystery for the last 1/2.

Hmm. That’s interesting. I’d actually roll the dice and go with Williams and Chris Ivory this week.

Williams and Ivory for me as well. Almost want to choose Torain over DWill, but after the bye, DWill should see a lot of touches and has been the best back in CAR.

I wouldn’t do that at all. Marshall’s hips concern me long term and Austin is still the best option on that team. While Williams has played well as of late, his time in Dallas won’t be very long.

Howdy Steve … great to see you here!

I share your concern to a small degree, but not to the degree that I’d make that trade. Marshall is still a head case and Austin is still the WR1 there. I’d stick with him.

I assume that’s Greg Jennings and not Rashad!?! Either way, that’s an easy trade I’d do in a dynasty league.

Thanks Coach! Either way, Greg or not, Yes!

Yes, absolutely. Diversifying your lineup is always a good thing. However, it’s going to be pretty tough to know who is the long term starter (or even the short term one) in Philly.

It’s probably going to be week ten or so until we know.

Agree with Ken.

I think it’s actually Woodhead, Thomas, and Gonzalez in that order. Thomas is certainly the sleeper, though. This is a big week for him.

Woodhead and Thomas, in that order.

If you can move Britt for a really solid option, I’d do it. His checkered past scares me, though it might be a week to late to move him.

Watson is actually a decent option for the rest of the year for you. He’s the best of that group at the moment.

I’d roll with Owens and S Smith as your WRs this week…

Hey, there he is! Howdy Vich. I was wondering.

You made the same move I did with Clark (I have Clark and Finley). I picked up Tamme, but Scaife has value too. I think Manning will still look Tamme’s way enough. Watson is a better play for the remainder though.

I’d go with TO and Williams.

You just can’t bench Lloyd right now and I’d stick with Harvin who has put together some nice games of late.

I’d sit Bowe.

In an earlier post I commented that Bradford went to bat for Alexander to get him into the lineup. That’s hardly proof positive of long term success, but it is a good indicator of the rapport and belief Bradford has in Alexander. If you are looking at long term value in a dynasty league, and you are not going to hurt yourself by dropping Ricky, then you should take a chance on Alexander. Other factors to consider which might influence this, how valuable are WR’s compared to RB’s in this league, is it a PPR league, etc. But it’s probably a shot worth taking. Good luck!

Kolb
Ocho, Mike Williams, Roy Williams
Celek
PIT
I’d actually take a shot with Jacobs as well in the flex

I like Eli on Monday night this week, without Desean in the lineup.

Chad, Williams and Williams
Celek
PIT
I’d go with Bryant.

The Chargers are hurting and Buster Davis should get his chances. I like his prospects a bit better than Armstrong’s.

Have to go with Davis there.

Royal is banged up, so I’d go with Moore and Mike Thomas.

Moore is a must start. Thomas is the best of the rest.