Week 10 is officially in the books. Unfortunately the week was highlighted by an injury to mega-stud rookie Adrian Peterson. He looks to be down and out for a number of weeks. As always, we’ll keep you posted on that. Hey, at least we don’t have bye weeks to worry about anymore.
On to this weeks pick-ups.
Quarterbacks
Brodie Croyle, Kansas City- Herm Edwards will do anything to get his offense going and has named Croyle his starter for week 11. I personally think Croyle is below average at best, but with his new starting gig in KC, I guess he’s worth keeping an eye on. Stay away…for now.
Running Backs
Chester Taylor, Minnesota- Adrian Peterson injured, ummm…I think we have heard this before. Peterson tore his LCL, and is already ruled out for week 11. Word out of Minnesota is that he could be out for up to six weeks. In wake of Peterson’s record setting pace, many owners cut ties with Chester Taylor. Be sure to get a claim in for him. He runs and catches really well and has relatively fresh legs. Brad Childress loves to run the ball and that won’t change now that Peterson is out. I love Taylor as a borderline RB1 this week vs. Oakland, and I see him as a solid RB2 as long as Peterson is out.
Maurice Morris, Seattle- As I suspected Shaun Alexander missed Monday nights match up hindered by a variety of injuries and old age. Morris started, and while he didn’t do much to distinguish himself, he was solid enough to keep the job if Alexander misses any more time. Morris is definitely worth a pick up.
Aaron Stecker, New Orleans- A recurring theme in New Orleans the last few weeks is Reggie Bush getting injured. A hip, a knee, a mild concussion; those minor injuries will add up over time. Be proactive, not reactive and pick up Stecker. He is a must handcuff for Bush owners and in the event of a Bush injury I think Stecker could make for a solid play when the match up is right.
Wide Receivers
DJ Hackett, Seattle- Had you listened to my advice last week you would have reaped the rewards of an 8 catch 101 yard TD performance last night. I know he won my match up for me late last night with his TD grab. He has quickly become Matt Hasselbeck’s favorite target, and I wouldn’t be too worried about the return of Deion Branch as he has never been much of a red zone threat. This is your last call on Hackett as he will be a hot commodity this week. I like him as a borderline WR2 going forward.
Chris Henry, Cincinnati- Another guy mentioned here previously. Henry didn’t waste any time producing upon return from his suspension with 4 grabs for 99 yards. He is as likely to score a touchdown as he is to get arrested, but while he is on the field he should be a good bet for solid production as a WR3.
Mark Clayton, Baltimore- A Raven wide receiver?? I know it’s a little shady. If you remember, Clayton was pretty hyped coming into the season after a solid sophomore campaign. If you believe in the 3rd year wideouts theory, as I do, he should have been in line for a breakout year. He began this season battling through a variety of injuries. He is finally healthy and coming off his best game of the season, 8 catches for 107 yards. The Raven quarterback situation is abysmal, that whole team is for that matter, but Clayton could have some value down the stretch. If you want a reserve WR with some upside, Clayton is your guy.
Tight End
LJ Smith- HE’S ALIVE!! Here is another guy with high hopes coming into the season and has battled injury since the preseason. Smith had his best game of the season, 4 catches 49 yards and a score, and should be a solid play while healthy. If you are in a tight spot at tight end give Smith a try.
Defense/ST
On to this weeks pick-ups.
Quarterbacks
Brodie Croyle, Kansas City- Herm Edwards will do anything to get his offense going and has named Croyle his starter for week 11. I personally think Croyle is below average at best, but with his new starting gig in KC, I guess he’s worth keeping an eye on. Stay away…for now.
Running Backs
Chester Taylor, Minnesota- Adrian Peterson injured, ummm…I think we have heard this before. Peterson tore his LCL, and is already ruled out for week 11. Word out of Minnesota is that he could be out for up to six weeks. In wake of Peterson’s record setting pace, many owners cut ties with Chester Taylor. Be sure to get a claim in for him. He runs and catches really well and has relatively fresh legs. Brad Childress loves to run the ball and that won’t change now that Peterson is out. I love Taylor as a borderline RB1 this week vs. Oakland, and I see him as a solid RB2 as long as Peterson is out.
Maurice Morris, Seattle- As I suspected Shaun Alexander missed Monday nights match up hindered by a variety of injuries and old age. Morris started, and while he didn’t do much to distinguish himself, he was solid enough to keep the job if Alexander misses any more time. Morris is definitely worth a pick up.
Aaron Stecker, New Orleans- A recurring theme in New Orleans the last few weeks is Reggie Bush getting injured. A hip, a knee, a mild concussion; those minor injuries will add up over time. Be proactive, not reactive and pick up Stecker. He is a must handcuff for Bush owners and in the event of a Bush injury I think Stecker could make for a solid play when the match up is right.
Wide Receivers
DJ Hackett, Seattle- Had you listened to my advice last week you would have reaped the rewards of an 8 catch 101 yard TD performance last night. I know he won my match up for me late last night with his TD grab. He has quickly become Matt Hasselbeck’s favorite target, and I wouldn’t be too worried about the return of Deion Branch as he has never been much of a red zone threat. This is your last call on Hackett as he will be a hot commodity this week. I like him as a borderline WR2 going forward.
Chris Henry, Cincinnati- Another guy mentioned here previously. Henry didn’t waste any time producing upon return from his suspension with 4 grabs for 99 yards. He is as likely to score a touchdown as he is to get arrested, but while he is on the field he should be a good bet for solid production as a WR3.
Mark Clayton, Baltimore- A Raven wide receiver?? I know it’s a little shady. If you remember, Clayton was pretty hyped coming into the season after a solid sophomore campaign. If you believe in the 3rd year wideouts theory, as I do, he should have been in line for a breakout year. He began this season battling through a variety of injuries. He is finally healthy and coming off his best game of the season, 8 catches for 107 yards. The Raven quarterback situation is abysmal, that whole team is for that matter, but Clayton could have some value down the stretch. If you want a reserve WR with some upside, Clayton is your guy.
Tight End
LJ Smith- HE’S ALIVE!! Here is another guy with high hopes coming into the season and has battled injury since the preseason. Smith had his best game of the season, 4 catches 49 yards and a score, and should be a solid play while healthy. If you are in a tight spot at tight end give Smith a try.
Defense/ST
This just in…the Ravens and 49ers are terrible. Any DEF/ST playing against these teams is a lock for a bunch of sacks, turnovers, and absurdly low yardage totals against. If you are stuck without a dependable DEF/ST and are relegated to playing the match ups every week like me, have fun starting either STL @ SF or CLE @ BAL.
Hoop pick-ups coming later this week...I promise.
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