The Dynasty Aftermath: STAR WARS

Ken Kelly Posted On December 13, 2017

Editor’s Note: Due to some unforeseen circumstances, I wasn’t able to publish this last week. To make it up to you, I’m going to do a yearly recap at the end!

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. As you know, this year I’m covering movies I loved growing up and tying them into fantasy football.

I’m a huge STAR WARS fan and this week is obviously very exciting as we get the next film. I consider STAR WARS more than movies and love everything about them. My all-time favorite is (surprisingly) RETURN OF THE JEDI. Most STAR WARS purists are into THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK but I’m very much into ROTJ and I also enjoy typing all these movie titles in ALL CAPS.

If this below doesn’t get you pumped up, nothing will!

Week Fourteen Fantasy MVP

When DeShaun Watson went down, many felt DeAndre Hopkins was going to suffer. Instead, he’s been one of the most consistent performers all season and this week was no different as he posted 11 catches for 149 yards and two touchdowns. Hopkins is enjoying one of his best seasons and has emerged as a matchup-proof WR1.

Week Fourteen Fantasy LVP

Even though he was playing against Jacksonville, most owners undoubtedly believed Jimmy Graham would still produce. After all, he had scored five touchdowns in his past four games and nine overall this season. Instead, Graham received two empty targets. At least he got you a tackle, though!

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Lineup Fun

The Force Power Unbeatable Lineup of the Week

QB Carson Wentz PHI = 291 passing yards, 16 rushing yards, four touchdowns, one torn ACL
RB Jordan Howard CHI = 147 rushing yards, one catch, eight receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Le’Veon Bell PIT = 48 rushing yards, nine catches, 77 receiving yards, three touchdowns
RB Todd Gurley LAR = 96 rushing yards, three receptions, 39 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR DeAndre Hopkins HOU = 11 catches, 149 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Antonio Brown PIT = 11 catches, 213 receiving yards
WR Michael Thomas NO = Ten catches, 117 receiving yards, one touchdown
TE Travis Kelce KC = Four catches, 50 receiving yards, one touchdown

The Rogue One Underdog Lineup of the Week

QB Brett Hundley GB = 265 passing yards, 31 rushing yards, three touchdowns
RB Rod Smith DAL = 47 rushing yards, five catches, 113 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Jamaal Williams GB = 49 rushing yards, seven receptions, 69 receiving yards, two touchdowns
RB Jonathan Stewart CAR = 103 rushing yards, three touchdowns
WR Davante Adams GB = Ten receptions, 84 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Tommylee Lewis NO = Four receptions, 60 receiving yards, two touchdowns
WR Tyrell Williams LAC = Four receptions, 132 receiving yards, one touchdown
TE Trey Burton PHI = Five catches, 71 receiving yards, two touchdowns

The JarJar Binks Disappointing Lineup of the Week

QB Marcus Mariota TEN = 159 passing yards, 11 rushing yards, two interceptions
RB Alvin Kamara NO = Two rushing yards, three catches, 25 receiving yards
RB Corey Clement PHI = 24 rushing yards, one catch, 28 receiving yards
RB DeMarco Murray TEN = 34 rushing yards, two catches, 13 receiving yards
WR Emmanuel Sanders DEN = One catch, 16 receiving yards
WR Sterling Shepard NYG = Two catches, 16 receiving yards, -9 rushing yards
WR Kenny Stills MIA = Two catches, 18 receiving yards
TE Jimmy Graham SEA = One tackle. Unassisted!

Gut Checks

I’d be worried if I was hoping Carson Wentz was going to win me the title. This injury stinks.

I’d be worried if I owned Amari Cooper. Bad to worse.

I’d be worried if I ignored how good of a season Cooper Kupp has had.

I’d be worried if I didn’t love STAR WARS.

I’d be worried if I have ignored Hunter Henry’s last three weeks.

I’d be worried if I was still holding on to Michael Floyd.

I’d be worried if I was relying on David Njoku.

I’d be worried if I didn’t want to dress up like Han Solo for Halloween.

I’d be worried if I thought Frank Gore was human.

I’d be worried if I thought some little old snowstorm could stop LeSean McCoy.

I’d be worried if I was ignoring how good Alex Collins has been.

I’d be worried if I didn’t really want to own a Wookiee.

I’d be worried if I owned Jordan Reed. He’s just never going to be healthy.

I’d be worried if I didn’t have faith in Philip Rivers.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t considering acquiring Mark Ingram in the off-season.

I’d be worried if something inside you hasn’t awoken in anticipation of this movie.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t excited about Saquon Barkley and a whole host of others playing soon in bowl games.

I’d be worried if I owned DeMarco Murray.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t planning on playing those who got me to the playoffs in the first place.

I’d be worried if you watch that preview and think Luke Skywalker wasn’t talking about Antonio Brown when he was saying he’s only seen that raw strength once before.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t buying into Jared Goff being a player to build around.

I’d be worried if I was completely bailing on all Eagles players. The Wentz injury could actually help Jay Ajayi.

I’d be worried if I has any Giants running backs.

I’d be worried if I wasn’t already in line for the movie.

I’d be worried if I thought Kenny Britt was going to do something in New England.

I’d be worried if I thought Keenan Allen needed a year to re-emerge. Oops.

I’d be worried if I owned DeVante Parker.

I’d be worried if I had any Lions running backs.

I’d be worried if I didn’t want to trade in my Toyota for an X-wing fighter.

I’d be worried if I owned John Ross. That was a mess.

I’d be worried if I was relying on Lamar Miller.

Ten Things I actually don’t like about STAR WARS culture and Dynasty Fantasy Football

1.) People who claim to love the movies then follow up by talking about the “Aluminum Falcon” or “Yoga.”

2.) Having Alex Collins become the latest player to blow up countless plans that have been drawn out for years.

3.) People who go to STAR WARS, then reveal things to people in line. The guy in the car who drives by saying “Han Solo is Dead” should actually burn in hell.

4.) Folks who aren’t active in the off-season. It’s a dynasty league, gang. It takes year long work.

5.) Anyone who doesn’t understand it’s cool to love these movies.

6.) Having to pee in the theater. It’s a risk you take if you drink anything during the movie. I actually think adult diapers are reasonable so you don’t miss anything.

7.) Excuses for losing. Everyone has injuries and nobody had ALL the bad bye weeks AND the worst schedule. C’mon!

8.) Having to wait so long between films.

9.) The change in music from the band in Jabba’s Palace in the original Return of the Jedi. The classic one was simply better.

10.) The fact I can’t own a real lightsaber. I’m a very responsible person.

Enjoy your week and THE LAST JEDI! RIP Han. We love you!

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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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