For those about to MOCK: Notable trends seen in early fantasy football drafts

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When Mr. Irrelevant, South Carolina tight end Justice Cunningham, had his name called in front of a small group of reasonably sauced lingerers at last month’s NFL Draft, Fantasyland’s finest quickly began formulating thoughts and assembling cheat sheets for this year’s fake football drafts.

Mock season officially kicked off …

Over the next several weeks, armchair quarterbacks of various backgrounds will hone their draft skills in preparation for main events come August. During these exercises, participants will tinker with new strategies, rack their brains over complicated backfields and shout out expletives when desired players are pilfered just before their pick, all the while proclaiming

Jordan Cameron a good fit in Browns offense

Source: Draft Sharks

Browns HC Rob Chudzinski believes TE Jordan Cameron is a good fit in the offense.  “This is an offense that has featured tight ends and tight ends have always been a big part of it,” Chud said. “He has the skill set that fits.”  Cameron has intriguing physical ability as a 6'4, 245-pound former basketball player.  And he's in an offense led by a couple of guys with a history of getting big-time production from the TE position (Chudzinski with Kellen Winslow, Antonio Gates and Greg Olsen; and OC Norv Turner with Jay Novacek, Vernon Davis and Gates).  Cameron is short on production -- just 16 career college catches and 26 in the NFL -- but 2013 could be a breakout year.  He'll be worth targeting as a sleeper in the later

Big things expected from Browns TE

Source: FFToday

Jordan Cameron has opportunity under new coaching staff

Perhaps more than any returning player, the basketball player-turned-tight end (Jordan Cameron) stands to benefit from the change in coaches and offensive systems. Head coach Rob Chudzinski, a former college tight end and Browns tight ends coach, and coordinator Norv Turner, intend to develop Cameron into the next tight end to make plays, not just catches. (Cleveland.com)

FF Today's Take: With

Panthers | Expected to add one more TE

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers general manager David Gettleman indicated Wednesday, May 1, that the team would sign at least one more tight end to complement TEs Greg Olsen and Ben Hartsock, who is primarily a blocker.

Saved by the Bell! Pittsburgh RB, other rushers, to set rookie pace

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

When it comes to rookies conventional wisdom no longer applies. With a few notable exceptions, most first-year players, particularly quarterbacks, were once thought to be multi-year projects, the Steve McNair approach – observe, learn and wait.

But in this day and age where instant gratification is constantly sought after, time isn’t of the essence. Several players picked in April are immediately pressed into competitive situations where often times they emerge as the go-to option, evident in the rapid ascension of guys like Robert Griffin III, Doug Martin and Josh Gordon, to name a few, last year. Because nuances from the college game are commonplace

Jordan Cameron - Jordan Cameron not ready just yet

Source: The Huddle

Cleveland Browns TE Jordan Cameron is expected to serve as the No. 1 tight end in head coach Rob Chudzinski's offense, and the position is very busy in the team's new scheme. "Well he's not ready right now, we are working through that with him," Chudzinski said Wednesday, April 17. "He is learning the offense obviously. This is an offense that has featured tight ends and tight ends have always been a big part of it. He has the skill set that fits and he has had a good couple days."
Huddle Up: Chudzinski is a former tight end and tight ends coach, and his offenses have tended to feature the position--most recently Greg Olsen in Carolina. Cameron has the physical tools to create mismatch problems at the tight end position,

Greg Olsen - Greg Olsen restructures contract

Source: The Huddle

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen has agreed to restructure his contract, which has created $2.4 million in salary cap space. He was scheduled to make $3.75 million in 2013 but will now make a base salary of $750,000 and the $3 million becomes an option bonus.
Huddle Up: The Panthers have cap issues, so Olsen is taking one for the team to help Carolina get under the cap. Olsen also lost a bit of value (and leverage) when offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski, known for his work with tight ends, left to become the Browns' head coach.

Greg Olsen helps team with cap

Source: Draft Sharks

Panthers TE Greg Olsen became the 4th Carolina player to restructure this offseason. His money shift leaves the team about $6..6 million over the cap, according to the Charlotte Observer. But the Panthers are still expected to cut CB Chris Gamble and DT Ron Edwards. Those moves would free up $10.4 million against the cap, thus getting Carolina under the spending limit. Fantasy football owners couldn't care much less what Olsen or any other Panther is making. But Carolina is about to get under the cap without dumping RB DeAngelo Williams. His contract still far exceeds his value to the team, but that was true when he signed it. As a fantasy player, you should hope that Williams heads elsewhere. That could enable him and Jonathan Stewart

Panthers | Greg Olsen restructures contract

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen has agreed to restructure his contract, which has created $2.4 million in salary cap space. Our View: He was scheduled to make $3.75 million in 2013 but will now make a base salary of $750,000 and the $3 million becomes an option bonus. The Panthers were over the cap more than any other team in the league. This move helps free some (but not all) of the room needed.

Delanie Walker - Delanie Walker could be a target for Bears

Source: The Huddle

San Francisco 49ers impending free-agent TE Delanie Walker is someone the Chicago Bears could target in free agency. The Bears would like to upgrade the tight end position and could also look to add one in the NFL Draft.
Huddle Up: The Bears will be running a West Coast offense, which traditionally features a pass-catching tight end; that's a position that has been largely ignored on the Chicago roster, at least since they traded away Greg Olsen.

Ben Watson - Browns' UFA TEs unlikely to be brought back

Source: The Huddle

Impending free-agent TEs E. Alex Smith and Benjamin Watson are unlikely to be brought back by the Cleveland Browns in 2013. New Browns coach Rob Chudzinski likes to use his tight ends in the offense, and right now Jordan Cameron is the only tight end on the roster. The team wants more depth at the position. Some potential targets might be impending free-agent TEs Dustin Keller, Fred Davis or Delanie Walker.
Huddle Up: Chud is a tight end guy; look no further than Greg Olsen's season in Carolina last year with Chudzinski as OC for proof. Cameron is untested but could impress Chudzinski during offseason workouts; if not, a veteran option like Keller or Davis makes sense and would immediately generate fantasy buzz as a

Panthers | Might upgrade at TE

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen had the best season by a tight end in franchise history, but backup TEs Gary Barnidge and Ben Hartsock are both impending free agents. The team might look to upgrade the position.

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.

Championship Vinyl: A collection of Top-5 Lists

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

From a very early age I've always been a list-driven person. I probably checked out Phil Pepe's "The Sports Book of Lists" from my local library 8-10 times as a kid. And I loved the Top 5-driven theme of High Fidelity, a theme I'm going to shamelessly borrow in this exercise.

Keep in mind there's no preferred order with these Top 5 lists unless specifically noted, and also accept that this is one of the most subjective of undertakings. So you like different football players or music or movies than I do? It's all good. There's no problem. That's the fun of it, the disagreements.

Have a happy and safe New Year and we'll catch you on the

Exit Interview: Gonzalez proof that age is nothing but a number

Source: Roto Arcade by Brad Evans

For the first time in the fantasy era, a pair of tight ends were weighed by drafters at the Round 1 turn. In the eyes of millions, Rob Gronkowski and Jimmy Graham, off historic 2012 campaigns, were position titans equal to or better than some of the virtual game's most established wide receivers. Unfortunately, injuries and inconsistency hindered the duo in the follow-up. Overall, after a year of unprecedented production, the position as a whole slipped. Though still deep, only four TEs finished the season with at least 120 total points in traditional formats, the lowest total since 2008. Below is our recap of this season's TE flames and lames with a quick look at what notable names could

Panthers | Greg Olsen fully practices

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (Not Injury Related) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 27.

Panthers | Greg Olsen misses practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 26.

Week 16 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Photo By: Michael Ivins / USA TODAY Sports

High expectations this summer came crashing back to earth after fantasy owners lost Aaron Hernandez to a bad ankle injury during the second week of the season. Hernandez struggled to find his way back to the active roster playing in only two games from week three to week eleven.

Over the past three weeks Hernandez has come back and performed for fantasy owners like we expected, an elite option at his position. During that span of time 26 receptions (no fewer than eight in a game), 247-yards and three touchdowns.

With Rob Gronkowski

NFL Skinny: Week 15 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

I was knocked out of my highest priority league last week because I made the wrong choice at QB between Andrew Luck and Colin Kaepernick. It was the second week in a row that I made the wrong choice, and it was the umpteenth reminder that I really hate not having one franchise QB that I simply never have to think about benching — there's maybe 6-7 of them, with Luck just missing that elite cut. At any rate, I still have a couple other dogs in the hunt among all my leagues, but as I pointed out with the Luck/Kaepernick example, one wrong move can provide a swift ending to the '12 season. Should I go with Brandon Weeden or Ben Roethlisberger? Steve Smith or Owen Daniels? You might be able to win a championship even if you don't make all

Week 15 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Outside of Jimmy Graham, Tony Gonzalez, Aaron Hernandez and Jason Witten it’s starting to get ugly at the tight end position for fantasy options. Super star names like Vernon Davis and Antonio Gates continue to play way below the expectations we have for them, while other options like Kyle Rudolph and Brandon Myers have good games then disappear for a week or two.

After the top names, look to Jermaine Gresham as the most reliable player for production. For the first time last week Gresham has had at least 43-yards in a game or he’s made up for it with a touchdown in the past six straight weeks.

Cincinnati is still pushing for the playoffs

Panthers | Two score through the air

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams and TE Greg Olsen hauled in touchdown receptions in the Week 14 win against the Atlanta Falcons. Williams finished with two grabs, 56 yards and a score, and he also ran for 56 yards on 17 rushes. Olsen finished with 55 yards on four receptions and the TD. Our View: Williams finally came through, but he still failed to get on track in the running game. He has earned a flex start with his explosive run after a short catch, but only if Jonathan Stewart is out again vs. the Chargers.

Panthers | Greg Olsen limited in practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (back) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 6.

Greg Olsen - TE Olsen a Wed. practice spectator

Source: The Huddle

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (back) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.
Huddle Up: This is likely only an early-week precaution for the TE, who hasn't missed a game all season.

Panthers | Greg Olsen misses practice

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (back) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 5.

NFL Skinny: Week 14 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

It's the first week of the fantasy playoffs for most Yahoo! leagues, which means that things have gotten as serious as a heart attack for those owners that have survived into the postseason. Each week from here on out, it's do-or-die. Many of you won't bother checking next week's Skinny because your season will be dashed on the shores of Week 14. It reminds of a quote from one of the teachers in "Dazed and Confused":

"It's like our sergeant told us before one trip into the jungle: 'Men, 50 of you are leavin' on a mission … 25 of ya ain't comin' back!'"

Here's hoping you make it back for Week 15. Of course, it all starts with proper preparation for the week at hand. Let's get down to some Week 14 business,

Week 14 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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The Raiders are horrible and changes will be coming in Oakland soon after the season is over, once again. For all the problems this team is having there is one man who won’t let this team down, nor his fantasy owners and that is Brandon Myers. Part of Myers success is the Raiders playing from behind every week, but give the young tight end credit as he’s put together 69 receptions for 721 yards and four scores on the season. Last week was a career game with 14-receptions, 130 yards and a touchdown against the Browns.

Myers skill-set and usage in the Raiders offense will continue to make him a more valuable option in PPR leagues rather than standard leagues, but we

Player Prop Bets - Week 13

Source: Fantasy Sharks NFL

Greg Olsen reached 550 receiving yards last week to satisfy the first season long player prop bet. This week is a little bit quarterback heavy as more and more 4th string caliber guys are making starts around the NFL. I take a look inside the actual games to give you a reason to root for, or against, some individual players.

NFL Skinny: Week 13 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

As we head into what is the final regular season week in the majority of Yahoo! fantasy leagues, injuries, as usual, dominate the headlines. Major names — Ben Roethlisberger, DeMarco Murray, Darren McFadden, Percy Harvin, among others … — hang in the balance this week. Obviously, a lot can change as the week progresses, and what you think you know on Tuesday (perception: Ronnie Hillman stepping into a larger role in the Denver backfield) can change drastically by Sunday morning (reality: You say Knowshon Moreno is going to start?). With that said, here are my initial thoughts on the week ahead. Take it for what it is — a starting point. Just be sure that, if you're fighting for a playoff spot, you keep your eyes and ears open

Week 13 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Couple the recent play of Chad Henne with Coach Mike Mularkey’s willingness to put the football up, and Marcedes Lewis has new life and fantasy relevance. Against the Texans, Lewis grabbed two touchdowns and came back last week for four receptions and 56 yards last week.

Lewis won’t be a game breaking option but we should expect thm to continue to with a pass heavy game plan going forward. Jacksonville is going to give Henne his chance to win a starting job and it’s time to take a look at what this team has in talented young receivers like Cecil Shorts and Justin Blackmon.

Where Lewis will be a factor is in the red zone and based on his ten touchdowns

Panthers | Gary Barnidge makes only catch count

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Gary Barnidge had just one catch in the Week 12 game against the Philadelphia Eagles Monday, Nov. 26, but it was good for a 24-yard touchdown reception. He overshadowed TE Greg Olsen, who had four catches for 50 yards, but no scores.

Player Prop Bets - Week 12

Source: Fantasy Sharks NFL

The Jets are now one loss away from satisfying their season prop bet after Thursday nights debacle and Greg Olsen should satisfy his yardage requirements with a catch or two on Monday night.  Green-Ellis is still on pace to reach 850 yards rushing and the Rob Gronkowski injury injects new life into his battle with Jimmy Graham and their receiving yard targets. I take a look inside the actual games to give you a reason to root for, or against, some individual players.

Gronking for Rob Gronkowski Stand-ins: Replacing Gronk for the Playoffs

Source: Fantasy Football Fools by Jacob

Let’s get this straight — there is no replacing Rob Gronkowski. Contrary to popular offseason belief, he has been on pace to reproduce his miraculous 2011 season, if not exceed it. He’s the head of the pack when it comes to tight ends, and you’re not going to find those kinds of points on the waiver wire floor.

But alas, you must because not even Gronkowski can “Gronk” his broken forearm back into game shape. So brace yourself. This isn’t going to be pretty.

Rather than guess who’s available in

WK 12 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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So much for Vernon Davis struggling without Alex Smith. Second-year quarterback Colin Kaepernick was terrific in his first start of his career on Monday night, and Davis was clearly featured in the offense. What has been another up and down season for Davis in terms of his stats, should turn into two solid performances in a row as San Francisco heads out to New Orleans this week.

While we shouldn’t expect the type of numbers Davis up against the Saints in the playoffs last year, consider him a lock to at least repeat the production he put up against the Bears, whether Kaepernick or Smith start at quarterback.

What Did We Learn From Week 11?

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Panthers | Greg Olsen disappoints

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen managed two receptions for 42 yards in Week 11 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Week 11 Pickups make Nick Foles of us all

Source: Fantasy Football Fools by Jacob

We should have listened to Cecil Lammey last week. His two big waiver wire suggestions are in the mix in a much bigger way in Week 11.

I’m keeping the same format as we’ve been doing the last two weeks. Feel free to see

Week 11 TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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It looked like Greg Olsen was off to a career year after the first four games of the season in which he collected at least six receptions in three of those games. As Cam Newton regressed so did the rest of the Panthers offense and all too often the game plan seemed to get away from their talented tight end.

In recent weeks Olsen’s numbers have come back to life and last week he had his top performance of the year with nine receptions for 102 yards and two touchdown scores. Oddly enough, Olsen was featured on the Panthers first drive but he seemed to fade out of the offense until a fourth-quarter drive gave him his second touchdown in garbage

Sunday Scene, Week 10: Mike Vick concussed, so Nick Foles gets his shot

Source: Roto Arcade by Andy Behrens

If you asked me to name one group of humans that isn't exactly known for its patience, I'd offer up Philly fans. But those are the folks who now need to avoid making snap judgments on Eagles rookie quarterback Nick Foles. We'll see how that goes.

Michael Vick suffered an early concussion on Sunday, so Foles finally made his regular season debut, directing Andy Reid's offense for two-and-a-half quarters. Foles was a preseason star for Philadelphia, earning the understudy role with a terrific exhibition campaign. As the losses have piled up for the Eagles, so have calls to give the third-rounder a chance.

And now we have tape to analyze, stats to review. As is often the case with

Week 10: PPR Watch

Source: Fantasy Football Toolbox

We profile players that will be difference makers in your PPR league this week. This week's picks include Brandon Myers, Rashad Jennings, Greg Olsen, Pierre Thomas, and Ty Hilton.

NFL Skinny: Week 10 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

We interupt your coverage of the 2012 presidential election to bring you this regularly-scheduled Skinny. Now that you've put your ballots to bed, it's time to start figuring out which boxes to check in your Week 10 fantasy football lineup. Here's the early take on the coming weekend, Skinny-style:

Total Week 10 green-light plays by position: 7 QB; 11 RB; 11 WR; 10 TE; 7 DST

Note: Numbers in parentheses next to a player's name indicate where he ranks at his position in per game fantasy scoring

QUARTERBACKS

Most FPPG allowed (QB): NO; BUF; WAS; TEN; NE

Least FPPG allowed (QB): CHI; SF; PIT; DAL; BAL

Fantasy Football Sleepers: TE - Week 10 (with video)

Source: KFFL.com NFL

Dustin Keller returns from his bye week to feast on a tasty matchup, and Greg Olsen's mind should be a little clearer this week.

Week 10 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

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Someone in Cincinnati needs to step up as a consistent No.2 option in the passing game. While Jermaine Gresham has the ability to be that option, he needs to show us he can put together consistent numbers.

Three weeks ago Gresham had 68 yards and a score, only to go for 19 yards before the teams bye week. Gresham bounced back against the Broncos with six receptions for 108 yards and for the second time in three weeks, he has a play of over 50 yards.

Because of the way the Bengals are structured as a team, Gresham should continue to benefit from the Bengals finding themselves in pass heavy situations weekly. Consider Gresham a low-end TE1 going forward, even if

Panthers | Armanti Edwards leads team in receiving in Week 9

Source: Footballguys.com

Carolina Panthers WR Armanti Edwards had just one catch in Week 9 against the Washington Redskins, but it was good for an 82-yard gain to lead the team in receiving yardage for the game. TE Greg Olsen checked in with a team-high five catches for 48 yards, while TE Gary Barnidge managed a 13-yard reception. WR Louis Murphy barely made the stat sheet with a four-yard catch on his only grab.

Shuffle Up: Foster and Gronkowski hold their ground

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

The running back and tight end ranks you find in this article are rest-of-season ranks, not Week 9 ranks. The goal of this assignment is to grade expected fantasy value to come over the final two months. Assume a standard scoring system, no PPR. And make sure you're not adding 15-20 percent of bonus value to the players you happen to roster; the real world doesn't operate that way.

Just the ranks for now. Later on Saturday, I'll add commentary and maybe change a slotting or two. Win the debate, win the rank. Let's figure out this crazy game together.

1. Arian Foster
2. Ray Rice
3. LeSean McCoy
4. Adrian Peterson
5. Doug Martin
6. Marshawn Lynch
7. Trent

Injury Wrap: Isaac Redman, last back standing; broken hand sidelines Darren Sproles

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

Everybody hurts, sometimes. Here's the 1.0 volume of the Wrap; we'll update the file a few times during the day as more news is available.

• Jonathan Dwyer looked terrific in his last couple of games but he might not be healthy enough to matter this week. Dwyer is dealing with a sore quad and had limited practices Thursday and Friday; it doesn't sound like he'll play this week. With Rashard Mendenhall also out, look for Isaac Redman to get the start Sunday against the Giants. (This also looks like a week where Ben Roethlisberger and Co. will chuck it all over the yard; have

Injury Wrap: Isaac Redman, last back standing

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

Everybody hurts, sometimes. Here's the 1.0 volume of the Wrap; we'll update the file a few times during the day as more news is available.

• Jonathan Dwyer looked terrific in his last couple of games but he might not be healthy enough to matter this week. Dwyer is dealing with a sore quad and had limited practices Thursday and Friday; it doesn't sound like he'll play this week. With Rashard Mendenhall also out this week, look for Isaac Redman to get the start Sunday against the Giants. (This also looks like a week where Ben Roethlisberger and Co. will throw 40 or more passes; have fun with the Steelers passing game.)

• Although

Greg Olsen is a must-start in Week 9

Source: KFFL.com NFL

Mark Keith's words: Greg Olsen will be a standout TE in Week 9.

Shuffle Up and Redraft: Starting over with 220 picks

Source: Roto Arcade by Scott Pianowski

In the world of spies, they mock what they don't understand. In the world of fantasy, we want to understand, so we mock.

Truth be told, this 220-pick exercise wasn't really a mock — it's a real thing. I assembled 10 of my flatliner roto friends (industry and non-industry folks included) and we're all standing behind our teams. While we won't do any maintenance to the rosters we drafted Tuesday night, we are keeping score and we are playing for a financial stake. If you can't go full out, why go at all?

We'll use best-ball scoring to determine the winners; everyone will have their best theoretical score assigned to them after each go-round. It's a total-points grab, there are no head-to-head games. We're using the

NFL Skinny: Week 9 preview

Source: Roto Arcade by Brandon Funston

A couple of my fantasy teams are fairly sunk at this point. The common thread(s) between these teams are Pierre Garcon, Jonathan Stewart and Antonio Gates — a more miserable combination of mid-round draft picks you probably couldn't have made this past draft season. They might all still have their shining moment in '12 (if you don't count the first eight minutes of the season for Garcon), but it'll be too late for most anyone that heavily invested in them. It's pretty hard to be successful through the bye season when you miss on your RB3 and WR3, and also buy earlier than most on a tight end that hasn't panned out to this point. I'm guessing I'll probably diversify my portfolio a little more in next year's drafts. But at least I still

Week 9 – TE Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Photo By: Daniel Shirey / US PRESSWIRE

Brandon Myers only received three targets against the Chiefs but credit his light usage to the Raiders posting a rare big lead on their opponent. On the other hand, Myers did made the most of his opportunities with three receptions for 49 yards on the day.

While Denarius Moore is starting to emerge as the Raiders top receiver and Darrius Heyward-Bey has successfully returned from a scary hit leading to a concussion back in September, the Raiders are still in need of help in the passing game.

Myers has decent skills and should continue to be Carson Palmer’s favorite target over the middle of the field. He’s capable of more and we should look to Myers as a

Week 8 PPR – WR Rankings

Source: Fantasy-Info.com by Sean Douglas

Photo By: Kyle Terada / US PRESSWIRE

Almost two months into the season, I thought it would be a good idea to take a look at a breakdown of targets over the past month of the season. NFL teams tend to scout an upcoming opponent in the four previous games they’ve played before they face them. It’s a good way to track what’s going on, numbers wise, from a game plan standpoint for your fantasy options.

Larry Fitzgerald Top Dog In Targets Over Past Month

One would think John Skelton returning to the starting lineup would be a good thing for Larry Fitzgerald but against the Vikings that wasn’t the case. No receiver has more targets over the past four weeks than Fitzgerald but most