Bears | Several sit out workout Wednesday

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip), PK Robbie Gould (calf) and WR Marcus Rucker (undisclosed) did not participate in organized team activities Wednesday, May 15.

Robbie Gould - Gould, Marshall miss Bears' workout

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears PK Robbie Gould (leg) and WR Brandon Marshall (hip) were both present, but did not participate in practice Tuesday, May 14.
Huddle Up: Both Chicago standouts still are recovering from surgery, but time remains on their side as there's still almost 3 months before training camp even gets underway.

Bears | Two miss practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears PK Robbie Gould (leg) and WR Brandon Marshall (hip) were both present, but did not participate in practice Tuesday, May 14.

First Down: Cuts like a knife! Gronk’s forearm not feeling so right

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Arm surgery, partying, infection, partying, rehab, partying – it’s been an offseason filled with anesthesia and booze for Rob Gronkowski.

With recent reports about the former Pro Bowler’s recovery from a broken forearm ranging from glowingly optimistic to frustratingly somber, pinpointing exactly what the tight end is worth has been an exercise in futility. However, Wednesday’s news, as first reported by the Boston Herald, finally provided clarity prospective buyers were

First Down: Still quick Vick may have another trick up sleeve

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

On the NFL calendar, May is usually marked with contract disputes, unsubstantiated rumors and, in the case of Justin Blackmon, unlawful acts. However, an interesting tidbit trickled off the wire last week prompting Eagles, and fantasy, fans to reminisce about 2010.

Ahh, the good ol’ days.

Last Thursday, with teammates looking on, Michael Vick went all Usain Bolt on LeSean McCoy, burning the gum-flapping youngster, a player eight years his junior, in a 40-yard footrace, a resounding victory for

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 3-4

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

SEE ROUND 1 HERE

ROUND 3

Randall Cobb, WR,

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, RDs 1-2

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

ROUND 1

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings (PK1, RB1) – Is there even an argument for anyone else? Only a lunatic contrarian would veer away from the game's best back, coming off an all-time

The Roto Arcade Fantasy Football Mock, Rounds 1-2

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, Justice Cunningham, had his name called Saturday, the fantasy football mock season officially got underway. To kick off Yahoo!'s festivities, we'll mock two rounds per day Tuesday-Friday (12-teams, PPR scoring) to help you get educated on which players will be valued/undervalued when the bulk of the draft season begins in August. Please declare a winner and/or express your general disdain for our 'stupidity' in the comments section below.

ROUND 1

Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings (PK1, RB1) – Is there even an argument for anyone else? Only a lunatic contrarian would veer away from the game's best back, coming off an all-time

Da'Rick Rogers scooped up by Bills

Source: Draft Sharks

The Bills have signed undrafted free-agent WR Da'Rick Rogers.  Off-field issues crushed this guy's stock. Rogers was booted from Tennessee after multiple drug issues.  He's admitted to failing at least 3 drug tests.  From a pure talent perspective, though, he could have been a 1st-round pick.  Rogers went for 1,040 yards and 9 scores in his final season at Tennessee in 2011.  He transferred to Division I-AA Tennessee Tech this past year, finishing with 61  catches, 893 yards and 10 TDs.  Rogers goes 6'3, 217 pounds with 4.5 speed.  He's drawn comparisons to Brandon Marshall as a physical possession receiver.  And he instantly becomes the most physically gifted WR on the Bills roster.  If Rogers can get his act together, he's

Xavier Rhodes goes to the Vikings

Source: Draft Sharks

Minnesota spent its 2nd pick of Round 1 on Florida State CB Xavier Rhodes.  The former Seminole brings great size to match up with divisional foes such as Bears WR Brandon Marshall and Detroit WR Calvin Johnson.  The Vikings' lack of depth at the position offers a fairly clear path to early starting duty.  Rhodes brings some big-play ability with 8 INTs and 23 pass breakups over 3 years at FSU.

Bears | Brandon Marshall running

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said he started to run routes this week and felt good during his workout. He said he is around 80 to 90 percent at this point.

Tiers for Beers: Dez-ire, ‘Boys WR quickly becoming fantasy fave

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

It may seem insane-ludi-ridiculously early for fantasy football ranks, but with the NFL draft beginning Thursday, it's time for a refresher. In the third part of a special four-part series, the Noise takes on WRs, and gets you a leg up on scoring extra beer money this fall. Team Huevos, shout, shout, let it all out in the comments section below.

See also: TOB Running backs,

Bears | Brandon Marshall mentors Alshon Jeffery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery accepted an invitation to train with WR Brandon Marshall in South Florida at Fit Speed Athletic Performance, a training facility co-founded by Marshall and his longtime trainer. 'I just wanted to learn from someone different and do thing different,' Jeffery said Sunday, April 21. 'Plus, he's a Pro Bowl player. I want to see what it takes.' When he arrived at Fit Speed, Jeffery weighed in at 225 pounds with a body fat percentage of 11 or 12 percent. When he checked out a few weeks ago, Jeffery weighed 219 pounds with eight percent body fat.

Evan Rodriguez - Evan Rodriguez worked at FB

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears FB Evan Rodriguez worked exclusively at fullback during the team's minicamp this week. Tight end coach Andy Bischoff said the team could use Rodriguez in a hybrid role next season.
Huddle Up: With Brandon Marshall, Matt Forte, and Alshon Jeffery already staking claims to the ball, even a hybrid role isn't likely to generate much fantasy relevance for Rodriguez.

Brandon Marshall - Bears' Marshall sits out with hip injury

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) did not participate in the team's first day of voluntary minicamp. 'It's one day at a time,' head coach Marc Trestman said. 'He said he's feeling better, and we'll talk to trainers every day and when they say he's ready, he'll go.' Marshall is recovering from minor hip surgery following the 2012 regular season.
Huddle Up: Marshall was bound to need some extra recovery time this offseason after being targeted 192 times and finishing second in the league with a career-high 118 catches.

Bears WR Brandon Marshall is back to running following hip surgery

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Here's an injury update on a top-five wide receiver. The Bears' Brandon Marshall began running on a field last week as he continues to work his way back from arthroscopic hip surgery, which he underwent on Jan. 15. Players typically need 6-7 weeks to recover from such an operation, but Marshall admitted to the Chicago Sun-Times that he has been taking it slow, because it's the offseason. quot;It's about working smarter," Marshall said. "... We don't play games until September. Feeling really good. As long as I'm in top shape then, that's all that matters. "I'm excited to start this season 100 percent healthy and see how much better I can be." FANTASY ANALYSIS: One reason Marshall can be better is the change at the top. Out is the

Bears | Brandon Marshall excited to be healthy

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) is excited to start the 2013 season healthy. Marshall had his hip scoped in January in order to have as much time as possible to get ready for 2013. 'The good thing about the procedure I got done and when I got it done is, I got it done at the start of the offseason, and when you're able to do something like that, you can take your time with it,' Marshall said. 'You can afford to be cautious. It's about working smarter, and I probably could have started weeks ago, but no rush. We don't play games until September. As long as I'm in top shape then, that's all that matters.'

Brandon Marshall - Brandon Marshall likes new offense

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said he likes what he has seen so far from the team's offensive scheme under new head coach Marc Trestman. Marshall and TE Martellus Bennett convened at Marshall's home after receiving their new playbook on team-issued iPads. The two pulled different-colored pieces from board games, simulated some formations and plays, then quizzed one another. "Oh, my gosh, I'm in love with it," Marshall said. "Martellus and I sat down and went through the formational stuff and started challenging each other. It was exciting to go through, and it's pretty cool to have a partner." Marshall feels the scheme will spread the wealth around. "It's so stimulating and it gets everyone involved, and that's exciting to me,"

Brandon Marshall resumed on-field running last week

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Brandon Marshall is taking his rehab from hip surgery slowly.  He just started running on dry land last week -- almost 3 months after undergoing the procedure.  The typical timetable for return is 6-7 weeks.  "It’s about working smarter," Marshall said. "We don’t play games until September. Feeling really good. As long as I’m in top shape then, that’s all that matters."  Marshall underwent a similar surgery back in 2010 but still felt a twinge in the hip the past 2 seasons.  "I’m excited to start this season 100 percent healthy and see how much better I can be," he said.  B-Marsh is coming off a monster 118-1,508-11 campaign and now has offensive-minded HC Marc Trestman running the show.  Marshall should be one

Bears | Brandon Marshall likes new offense

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said he likes what he has seen so far from the team's offensive scheme under new head coach Marc Trestman. Marshall and TE Martellus Bennett convened at Marshall's home after receiving their new playbook on team-issued iPads. The two pulled different-colored pieces from board games, simulated some formations and plays, then quizzed one another. 'Oh, my gosh, I'm in love with it,' Marshall said. 'Martellus and I sat down and went through the formational stuff and started challenging each other. It was exciting to go through, and it's pretty cool to have a partner.' Marshall feels the scheme will spread the wealth around. 'It's so stimulating and it gets everyone involved, and that's exciting to me,'

The Five Best Fantasy Wide Receivers In 2013 (After Calvin Johnson)

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Guest Writer

Photo By: Cary Edmondson / US PRESSWIRE

It might just be spring, but fantasy football enthusiasts are always looking at rankings and predictions for the upcoming season. With a number of teams changing up personnel, the wide receiver position looks to be a bit unclear after Calvin Johnson. Unless something pops up, Johnson will be and should be the first wide receiver off the board. If you are looking for an elite wide receiver in 2013 though, where do you turn after that?

Dez Bryant

Some might think it is crazy to take the controversial Bryant this early, but with the Tony Romo extension, he has officially arrived. Bryant finished 2012 with 1382 yards and 12 touchdown catches. He

Alshon Jeffery - Alshon Jeffery to start?

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman said he expects WR Alshon Jeffery to start for the team this coming season.
Huddle Up: Like Brandon Marshall, Jeffery has the body type to be a perfect fit for Trestman's West Coast system. Makes sense for the duo to be on the field together, as Jeffery can capitalize on the single-coverage he's bound to see with defenses focused on Marshall.

Martellus Bennett - TE Bennett joins Bears

Source: The Huddle

The Chicago Bears signed TE Martellus Bennett (Giants) Tuesday, Mar. 12. Bennett received a 4-year deal but the financial terms were not disclosed.
Huddle Up: QB Jay Cutler will now have a TE added to his arsenal after the Bears struggled with the likes of Kellen Davis and Matt Spaeth at the position last year. Bennett enjoyed a breakout season (66-526-5) in his lone campaign with the Giants, and has the potential to produce even bigger numbers in Chicago, where the passing game was strictly a one-man show with WR Brandon Marshall a season ago.

HOT 2013 Dynasty WR Rankings

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Dynasty wide receiver rankings based on a 3 year window 1. Calvin 2. AJ Green 3. Dez Bryant 4. Brandon Marshall 5. Julio Jones

Brandon Marshall - Bears' passing game needs more weapons

Source: The Huddle

Outside of Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall, the rest of the team's passing game went by the wayside in 2012. Marshall accounted for 1,508 of the team's 3,298 passing yards (45.7 percent).
Huddle Up: One player the Bears will be counting on is second-year wideout Alshon Jeffery, who averaged 15.3 yards per catch and hauled in 3 scoring passes despite missing 6 games of his rookie season due to various injuries.

Bears | Does passing game need help?

Source: Footballguys.com

Outside of Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall, the rest of the team's passing game went by the wayside in 2012. Marshall accounted for 1,508 of the team's 3,298 passing yards (45.7 percent).

Bears | Plenty of 100-yard games for Brandon Marshall

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall tied a franchise record with seven 100-yard receiving games in 2012. His 118 receptions and 1,508 yards both set club marks.

Alshon Jeffery training with B-Marsh this offseason

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Alshon Jeffery will train with teammate Brandon Marshall as he prepares for his 2nd NFL season.  "I'm excited because this kid has the potential to be an All-Pro one year," B-Marsh said. "If he just changes some little things, the way he approaches the game as far as physically and mentally, he's going to be a beast. Because he has that dog in him, he has that in him, that you want in a receiver... a guy who is going to make plays for you."  We liked what we saw from Jeffery in 2012.  He missed 6 games with hand and knee injuries but averaged 15.3 yards per catch with 3 TDs in the other 10.  He should enter this coming season as Chicago's clear-cut #2 WR, making him an intriguing target in the middle to late rounds of

Brandon Marshall hip surgery update

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) expects to shed his crutches within the next couple weeks.  He hopes to resume running in early March.  "I got some clean up done and rehab is going good right now," he said. "I'll be up and running in a couple weeks. It's a surgery I've had done before and I'll be fine."  Barring some sort of setback, the procedure shouldn't impact Marshall's preparation for the 2013 season.  It's worth noting that this was his 3rd hip surgery in the past 4 years.  But B-Marsh showed no ill-effects this past season, setting career highs with 118 catches, 1,508 yards, and 11 TDs. 

Brandon Marshall - Bears' Marshall, Jeffery to train together

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said that he will begin training with WR Alshon Jeffery Monday, Feb. 4, in South Florida, although Marshall is still recovering from a minor hip procedure he had following the regular season.
Huddle Up: Jeffery was limited to 10 games his rookie season but showed some flashes with 24 catches for 367 yards and 3 TDs. Anything he can pick up from Marshall will be a huge bonus as the veteran wideout is coming off a career year across the board with 118 grabs, 1,508 yards and 11 TDs in 2012.

Bears | Brandon Marshall praises new coach

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall praised new head coach Marc Trestman. 'I think he's the piece that we need to bring this whole thing together.'

Bears | Brandon Marshall to train with Alshon Jeffery

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said that he will begin training with WR Alshon Jeffery Monday, Feb. 4, in South Florida, although Marshall is still recovering from a minor hip procedure he had following the regular season.

Larry Fitzgerald - Fitzgerald to fill in for injured Marshall

Source: The Huddle

Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald will play in the 2013 Pro Bowl for the NFC squad this weekend as a replacement for Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip). This will be Fitzgerald's seventh Pro Bowl selection, which is the most by an offensive player in Cardinals history.
Huddle Up: Larry Fitz certainly has been Hawaii-worthy in most of his 9 seasons, but 2012 definitely wasn't one of them as he suffered as a result of the Cards' serious QB issues, catching only 71 passes for 798 yards and 4 TDs while hitting career lows in yards per reception (11.2) and scoring catches.

Cardinals | Larry Fitzgerald selected to Pro Bowl

Source: Footballguys.com

Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald will play in the 2013 Pro Bowl for the NFC squad this weekend as a replacement for Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip). This will be Fitzgerald's seventh Pro Bowl selection, which is the most by an offensive player in Cardinals history.

Brandon Marshall - Brandon Marshall to have hip procedure

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) will have an arthroscopic procedure on his hip, according to an NFL source, but it's unknown which hip he'll have repaired. The receiver has undergone at least one arthroscopic procedure on each of his hips over the course of his career. Marshall will be out of action for "probably two weeks." The source indicated it is doubtful Marshall will be able to play in the Pro Bowl Jan. 27 in Hawaii.
Huddle Up: There doesn't seem to be much concern regarding the injury or subsequent surgery, and Marshall will have plenty of time to recover and rehab before minicamp. However, with a new coach and new offense being installed in Chicago it would be best for all involved if Marshall is available

Marc Trestman - Brandon Marshall a fan of Marc Trestman

Source: The Huddle

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said many players are in favor of the hiring of new head coach Marc Trestman. "I absolutely love the hire," Marshall said, "and the few guys I've talked to love it, too. Hearing from guys who have played for him and been around him, he's a guy that's innovative."
Huddle Up: Marshall and Jay Cutler are the guys the Bears need on board for this hire, and it sounds like at minimum they're halfway there.

Bears | Brandon Marshall surgery update

Source: Footballguys.com

Updating a previous item, Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) said he underwent a minor procedure on his hip late Tuesday, Jan. 15. 'Just a little clean up,' Marshall said. He's had hip procedures in the past, but Marshall insisted the injury isn't an issue. He will not, however, play in the Pro Bowl.

Bears | Brandon Marshall a fan of Marc Trestman

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall said many players are in favor of the hiring of new head coach Marc Trestman. 'I absolutely love the hire,' Marshall said, 'and the few guys I've talked to love it, too. Hearing from guys who have played for him and been around him, he's a guy that's innovative.'

Bears | Brandon Marshall update

Source: Footballguys.com

Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (hip) plans to have an arthroscopic procedure on his hip Monday, Jan. 21, or Tuesday, Jan. 22, but it's unknown which hip he'll have repaired. The receiver has undergone at least one arthroscopic procedure on each of his hips over the course of his career.

Brandon Marshall needs hip scoped

Source: Draft Sharks

Bears insider Sean Jensen reports that WR Brandon Marshall needs his hip scoped.  "Believed to be minor," Jensen adds.  It sounds like it'll be a relatively routine, clean-up procedure.  Marshall should be fine for the team's offseason program.  We'll let you know if that changes.  B-Marsh was a monster in his debut season in Chicago, setting career highs with 118 catches, 1,508 yards, and 11 TDs.  Among WRs, only Calvin Johnson scored more fantasy points.

Bears hire Marc Trestman

Source: FFToday

CFL coach also an accomplished NFL assistant

The Bears took a swing for the fences by naming Marc Trestman as the 14th head coach in team history. Trestman is a somewhat unconventional choice, having been out of the NFL for eight years. But he also is a proven winner, having won back-to-back Grey Cup championships as coach of the Montreal Alouettes in the Canadian Football League. In addition to having head coaching experience, Trestman is a quarterback guru who has spent most of his professional life coaching passers. Clearly, he is being brought to the Bears to get the most out of Jay Cutler and whoever else lines up under center during

Bears WR Brandon Marshall needs another hip surgery

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Michael C. Wright of ESPNChicago.com has been told by a league source that Bears wide receiver Brandon Marshall needs arthroscopic hip surgery. No date has been set and which hip will be scoped wasn't specified, but the source referred to the operation as quot;nothing" and said it will keep Marshall out of action for "probably two weeks," which means he likely won't play in the Jan. 27 Pro Bowl. This will be Marshall's fourth hip surgery since March 2009. FANTASY ANALYSIS: The amount of issues with Marshall's hip is disconcerting, but he was one of the best players in football this season and won't be slowed for OTAs following a short recovery period. Marshall caught more touchdowns (11) than the rest of his team (10). His 118 catches were

Reports: Brandon Marshall needs a hip scope - Brandon Marshall | CHI

Source: Rotoworld Football

Brandon Marshall will reportedly undergo offseason arthroscopic surgery on his hip.

Early Top 200 for the 2013 Fantasy Football Season

Source: Fantasy Football Xtreme by FFAdvantage

Here’s an early look at my Top 200 for the 2013 fantasy football season. There are a number of factors that will certainly be changing over the next several months so expect to see big changes. Use the comments section at the bottom of this article to tell me where you agree or disagree.

2013 Top 200

1. Adrian Peterson

2. Arian Foster

3. Calvin Johnson

4. CJ Spiller

5. Marshawn Lynch

6. Ray Rice

7. Jamaal Charles

8. Doug Martin

9. Aaron Rodgers

10. Tom Brady

11. AJ Green

12. LeSean McCoy

13. Trent Richardson

14. Drew Brees

15.

GM still confident in Cutler

Source: FFToday

Bears' QB to remain starter for foreseeable future

Lovie Smith is out, but Jay Cutler still has a home in the Windy City. [On Tuesday,] Cutler was being given another vote of confidence as a "franchise quarterback" in Chicago. At least for one more year. "Jay's won a lot of games," GM Phil Emery said on Tuesday. "I think the important thing is we continue to build around him. That to me is part of the equation." And as to whether Cutler is the long-term answer for the Bears, "that answer is going to come as we move forward with a new head coach," said Emery, whose fate as a general manager now rests very heavily on Cutler's success. ...

Chicago Bears fire HC Lovie Smith

Source: Draft Sharks

The Bears have fired HC Lovie Smith.  It's the first firing that wasn't fully expected.  Smith's squads have been consistently mediocre lately.  They've reached the postseason just once in the past 6 years.  Look for Chicago to pursue an offensive-minded HC this offseason.  It should be good news for QB Jay Cutler and WR Brandon Marshall.

First draft: Here’s a way-too-early 2013 fantasy football mock

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

So there may not be a worse time to draft a 2013 fantasy league than today, before the final week of the 2012 regular season has even kicked off. We still have dozens of injuries ahead, plus the usual off-season player movement and coaching changes. And then there's April's NFL Draft.

Thus, we begin this feature with an important warning: DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME.

It's fine for me to conduct a one-man 2013 mock in 2012, of course, because I'm a fully licensed fantasy professional. Ordinary citizens shouldn't think about drafting a league for another seven or eight months, however. Today's exercise is simply a guessing game, based on an incomplete picture of the league. It's theoretical fantasy football. But

Report: Cardinals' Whisenhunt, Bears' Smith, and Lions' Schwartz jobs safe

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

Yahoo Sports' Jason Cole is reporting that the head coaches of the Arizona Cardinals, Detroit Lions, and Chicago Bears will keep their jobs based on sources he has from around the league. Arizona has only won one game since Week 5. Chicago is on the door step of making the playoffs but will need help from Minnesota. Detroit seemed to be turning around a disappointing season by winning three of four games after their Week 5 bye. Since then, they've lost seven straight. FANTASY ANALYSIS: Arizona is making a big mistake unless they really nail their next draft. Their offense is in shambles and their line can't pass protect at all. Chicago was smart to bring in Brandon Marshall but can you imagine that offense without him? Ugly! Let's also

Exit Interview: Watch out Megatron, A.J. Green is stalking you

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

Many offensive coordinators had their head in the clouds again this season, evident in the pass-first mentality most teams portrayed. As a result, pass catchers, unsurprisingly identical to quarterbacks, experienced unprecedented fantasy success. In total, 19 wide receivers averaged at least 10.0 points per game in standard formats, up one from last year and four more than five years ago. The usual suspects dotted the landscape, but several newcomers (e.g. Randall Cobb and Eric Decker) made their mark as well. Below is our recap of this season's WR flames and lames with a quick look at what notable names could bring rags or riches in 2013. Ring out the old, ring in the

Dez Bryant delivers again (and again), torching the Saints

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

Just two weeks ago, we were all concerned that Dez Bryant's season might end before the fantasy playoffs began. He was meeting with hand specialists, contemplating surgery on his fractured left index finger.

Today, however, Dez is looking like the MVP of the fantasy postseason. He embarrassed the Saints defense on Sunday afternoon, hauling in nine balls for 224 yards on 12 targets, finding the end zone twice. Both of his scores were 58-yarders, with corner Patrick Robinson getting roasted each time.