The Dynasty Aftermath: Week Eight
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.
With Halloween out of the way, I couldn’t help but look at the pile of candy on my kitchen table this morning and think about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. We lost Gene Wilder this year, but this movie will live on long after he (and we) are all gone.
In addition, when looking through the fantasy landscape, it’s really easy to see the “flavor of the week,” but I really am starting to appreciate more and more the consistent performances through the years of players like Tom Brady, Drew Brees, DeMarco Murray, LeSean McCoy, AJ Green and all the other “Everlasting Gobstoppers” out there. It’s a tribute to all of those players and more who seem to bring it each and every year. With that in mind, I dedicate this week’s aftermath to Willy Wonka.
Do you have the next one with players like Ezekiel Elliott, Michael Thomas and Corey Coleman or is it pure imagination?
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Let’s spin around the league!
Week Eight Fantasy MVP
If there was ever a doubt Derek Carr was a legitimate QB1, you can throw that in a chocolate river as he recorded a new franchise record with 513 pass yards against the Bucs, the 20th 500-yard passing game in NFL history.  On the season, Carr is now one of the five best fantasy quarterbacks (depending on your scoring system), but he has given a franchise hope at the position they simply haven’t had since Rich Gannon (JaMarcus Russell doesn’t count, but I do feel it’s fitting mentioning him since we’re talking about candy and calories this week).
Week Eight Fantasy LVP
Yikes. Â Mark Ingram posted a line for the ages with three carries for five yards and lost fumble. In most leagues, you would have been better off playing yourself from the couch. Â Ingram has only lost two fumbles on the season, but the Saints have simply lost faith in him. At this point, he’s going to be in a timeshare with Tim Hightower and others, making his weekly production completely dart worthy. This one has potential to hurt a lot of teams this year.
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Lineup Fun
The Scrumdiliumptious Unbeatable Lineup of the Week
QB Derek Carr OAK = 513 passing yards, 13 rushing yards, four touchdowns
RB Matt Forte NYJ = 82 rushing yards, two receptions, 16 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Jonathan Stewart CAR = 95 rushing yards, one reception, 25 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Devonta Freeman ATL = 35 rushing yards, four receptions, 23 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Amari Cooper OAK = 12 catches, 173 receiving yards, one touchdown
WRÂ Jordan Matthews PHIÂ =Â 11 catches, 65 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Stefon Diggs MINÂ =Â Eight catches, 76 receiving yards, one touchdown
TE Tyler Eifert CINÂ = Nine receptions, 102 receiving yards, one touchdown
The “Charlie!  You’ve found a golden ticket!” Underdog Lineup of the Week
QB Blake Bortles JAX = 337 passing yards, 22 rushing yards, three touchdowns
RB Jordan Howard CHI = 153 rushing yards, four receptions, 49 receiving yards, one touchdown
RB Theo Riddick DET = 56 rushing yards, eight receptions, 77 receiving yards, one touchdown
RB Derrick Henry TEN = 60 rushing yards, four receptions, 37 receiving yards, one touchdown
WR JJ Nelson ARIÂ =Â Eight receptions, 79Â receiving yards, two touchdowns
WRÂ Jamison Crowder WASÂ = Nine catches, 107Â receiving yards, one touchdown
WR Tyreek Hill KC = Five catches, 98 receiving yards, seven rushing yards, one touchdown
TE Mychal Rivera OAKÂ =Â Three catches, 36 receiving yards, one touchdown
The Bad Egg Disappointing Lineup of the Week
QB Russell Wilson SEAÂ =Â 253 passing yards, 11 rushing yards, one interception
RB Mark Ingram NOÂ =Â Five rushing yards, one lost fumble, one gained timeshare
RB Spencer Ware KC = 19 rushing yards, two receptions, 28 receiving yards  Â
RB Ryan Mathews PHIÂ =Â Ten rushing yards, one catch, one receiving yard, one touchdown
WRÂ Marqise Lee JAXÂ =Â One catch, 21 receiving yards
WR Tyrell Williams SD = One catch, four receiving yards
WR TY Hilton INDÂ = One catch, 20Â receiving yards
TE Jimmy Graham SEAÂ =Â Three catches, 34 receiving yards
Gut Checks
I’d be worried if I owned Jamaal Charles. He now has just played in just eight games and has just 106 touches in the past two seasons. He’ll turn 30 in November and I won’t be surprised if we may just be near the end of the line for yet another great player.
I’d be worried if I was relying too heavily on Brandon Marshall. The inevitable horrible quarterback play is going to take its toll.
I’d be worried if I was expecting much from any Patriot other than Tom Brady or Rob Gronkowski.
I’d be worried if I didn’t think DeSean Jackson 2.0 when looking at Will Fuller.
I’d be worried if I hadn’t noticed how good Jamison Crowder is.
I’d be worried if I got in front of any type of device to transport me into a TV.
I’d be worried if I wasn’t looking to move Tyler Eifert.
I’d be worried if I wasn’t paying attention to Marcus Mariota.
I’d be worried if I was starting any player on the Seahawks.
I’d be worried if I was building my teams around running backs instead of looking for cheaper options like Darren Sproles or Jonathan Stewart.
I’d be worried if I wasn’t paying attention to JJ Nelson.
Ditto on Tyreek Hill.
I’d be worried if I was expecting consistency from Willie Snead.
I’d be worried if I was looking for a Golden Ticket in my kid’s halloween candy. It’s not real, you idiot!
I’d be worried if I owned Coby Fleener. Michael Thomas has seemingly started sucking away his targets.
I’d be worried if I owned Mark Ingram.
I’d be worried if I had Blake Bortles. Don’t be fooled by his point total.
I’d be worried if I was still holding on to Justin Hunter.
I’d be worried if I wasn’t noticing the transformation of Terrelle Pryor.
I’d be worried if I wasn’t a little excited about the recent emergence of Davante Adams.
I’d be worried if I was still holding on the 2016 Devin Funchess pipe dream.
A Look Ahead to Hot Names on the Waiver Wire
Remember, we focus on the lesser names here. There’s really no need to be telling people of your skill level to pick up players you undoubtedly have like Spencer Ware, Chris Hogan, Mohamed Sanu or Tyrell Williams. We’re also not going to list obvious names you likely have rostered like Wendell Smallwood. We also assume you have Charcandrick West and we suggested Antone Smith two weeks ago. Pay close attention because we tend to be ahead of the curve.
1) Â DeJuan Harris, RB SF
Who knows what Carlos Hyde’s status really is at the moment. If he’s out longer, Harris looks to have a nice role.
2.) Percy Harvin, WR BUF
It’s a total shot in the dark here, but he’s amazingly still only 28 years old.
3.) Tre McBride, WR TEN
I’ve always loved his ability and now he may get some time with Andre Johnson retiring.
4.) Bishop Sankey, RB KC
With Jamaal Charles on the shelf for the foreseeable future, it looks like Sankey has found himself a new team. He’s a ways away from playing, but we’re talking about roster churners here anyway.
5.) Terron Ward, RB ATL
He looked good in spot duty this week and would earn more time if Coleman or Freeman miss extended time.
6.) Damien Williams, RB MIA
With Arian Foster retiring, Williams could be the next man up in Miami. It’s the Jay Ajayi show for now, but we’ve seen how quickly things change at the running back position.
7.) Kapri Bibbs, RB DEN
See Williams, Damien.
Previous suggestions: Jalen Richard, Quincy Enunwa, Cole Beasley, Tyreek Hill, Dwayne Washington, Jeremy Kerley, Jacoby Brissett, Cody Kessler, Fozzy Whittaker, Colt McCoy, Kenny Britt, Kenneth Farrow, Trey Burton, Colin Kaepernick, Orleans Darkwa, Raheem Mostert, Trevone Boykin, Cameron Brate, Zach Zenner, Terron Ward, Eddie Royal, Brice Butler, Xavier Grimble, Chester Rogers, Cameron Meredith, Jacquizz Rodgers, Andrew Hawkins, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Peyton Barber, Rob Kelley, Antone Davis, Mike Davis, Bryce Petty, Geno Smith.
…and finally
Goodbye to Arian Foster and Andre Johnson, who excited fantasy owners and Texans fans for the better part of the last decade. Two great players in fantasy and reality. You were two of the true golden tickets in fantasyland.
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Ken is on Twitter at DLF_KenK
