Week #8 Who To Start & Who To Bench

Start:

Qb - Drew Brees

Rb - Domanick Davis

Wr - Santana Moss

K - John Carney

Def. - Pittsburgh Steelers


Bench:

Qb - Jake Plummer

Rb - Kevan Barlow

Wr - Eric Moulds

K - Olindo Mare

Def - Minnesota Vikings


Sincerely, Ronnie keesee

Week #8 Fantasy Football Questions?????

Question:

Ronnie, I was wondering which RB to start this coming weekend, R. Johnson who has an easier match-up vs Green Bay or Stephan Jackson, who faces a much tougher D vs the Jags? I am inclined to start R. Johnson at this point because of the easier match-up but S. Jackson has been producing some good FF numbers as of late. Thanks.

Response:

Normally, i would also agree but with the ever present demand on Jackson (with Bulger being injured) his productivity has gone up and the bulk of the offense now goes through him. To my surprise the packers actually give up less yards per game for rush (100yds) to 120yds for the jags.

Select Steven Jackson.

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Week #7 Studs & Duds

Studs:

Qb - Daunte Culpepper = 280 yards pass, 2 td's pass, 0 int's, 41 yards rush

Rb - Lamont Jordon = 122 yards rush, 3 td's, 40 yards receiving

Wr - Santana Moss = 112 yards receiving, 1 td

T.e. - Antonio Gates = 72 yards receiving, 1 td

K - Lawrence Tynes = 3 fg's made(51 &52), 3 extra points

Def - Detroit Lions = only 10 points allowed, 3 int's, 4 sacks


Duds:

Qb - Trent Dilfer = 73 yards pass, 0 td's, 3 int's

Rb - Ladainian Tomlinson = 7 yards rush, 0 td's, 26 yards receiving

Wr - Anquan Boldin = 0 yards receiving, 15 yards rush, 0 td's

T.e. - Marcus Pollard = 5 yards receiving, 0 td's

K - Jose Cortez = 1 fg made, 29 yard fg missed, 1 extra pt.

Def - San Francisco 49er's = 457 yards allowed, 52 points allowed,
1 sack, 0 int's, 0 fumble recoveries, 0 td's


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Week #7 Who to Start & Who to Bench

Start:

Qb - Mark Brunell

Rb - Edgerrin James

Wr - Larry Fitzgerald

K - Neil Rackers

Def - Washington Redskins


Bench:

Qb - Ben Roethlisberger

Rb - Willie Parker

Wr - Laveranues Coles

K - Jason Hanson

Def - Dallas Cowboys


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Week #7 Fantasy Football Questions?????

Question:

Ronnie, I am thinking about dropping Antonio Bryant and picking up Jeremy Shockey. Eli Manning seems to be getting more comfortable with Shockey and the Giants throw the ball a lot more than the Browns. Can you shed any light on this for me.

Response:

To look at the total picture, we need to go directly to the source of who is at the qb. Trent Dilfer started the season pretty strong, especially against the packers (but then again everyone has a great day against the packers) but reality has set forth and now the old Dilfer has shown up again. He's thrown 2 td's in the last 3 weeks, 3 int's, 2 fumbles lost and hasn't thrown for more than 218 yards in any of those 3 weeks.

On the otherhand, Eli Manning has raised eye brows and has shown the nfl world that he will be a legitimate qb for years to come. Eli's last 3 weeks = 288 yards pass average, 7 td's, 1 int, 1 fumble lost. Bryant has a total of 2 td's with 83 yards max. for 1 week. Shockey has a total of 3 td's with 129 yards in week#6 and 101 yards in week #3.

Drop Bryant and pickup Shockey.

Question:

Ronnie, I have 2 solid RB’s, Rudi Johnson (CIN) and Stephan Jackson (STL). Who should I start the rest of the season? (Jackson has a bye Week 9, Johnson has a bye Week 10). I am leaning toward starting Stephan Jackson, he seems to be picking up some momentum. Thanks.

Response:

Let's start off by saying who should you start week #7. Steven Jackson plays at home vs the N.O. Saints. Rudi Johnson plays at home vs the Pittsburgh Steelers. Both of them have similar stats (Rudi - 567 all purpose) & (Jackson - 561 all purpose). But the 1 stat that sticks out is the td's (Jackson - 5) & (Rudi - 2). This weeks matchup heavily favors Jackson. The Saints defense is weak plus the fact that St. Louis Rams will have a void in their passing attack with Bulger listed as questionable is another aspect to consider. Jackson will get the bulk of the carries even more, especially with coach Martz out of the picture (no one coach calls for more passing than Martz).

Select Jackson in week #7.

Question:

Hey Ronnie,Ive got another question for you. I'm getting a little frustrated with Collins, it seems he is only performing when Moss is playing. I have Hassellbeck and Roethlisberger. What would you consider my best option for week 7 and the rest of the season?

Thanks,Tyler

Response:

In terms of statistics they are both pretty close but Hasselbeck averages over 20 yards a game more. Hasselbeck runs more but throws a few more int's. Both have 8 Total td's. The concern here though is more about the health of the two players and with that the edge definitely goes to hasselbeck. Roethlisberger sat out week #6 with a hyperextended knee. He's already slated as the starter in week #7, but i am always skeptical about a player with an injury (especially a knee) until they show me at least one week that the injury will not hender their performance. Select Hasselbeck, he's playing awesome and his schedule will be very beneficial to his overall performance.

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Week #6 Studs & Duds

Studs:

Qb - Mark Brunell = 331 yards pass, 3 td's, 0 int's

Rb - Shaun Alexander = 141 yards rush, 4 td's

Wr - Santana Moss = 173 yards receiving, 2 td's

T.e. - Jeremy Shockey = 129 yards receiving, 1 td

K - O.mare = 2 fg's made (47 and 53yds) , 1 extra pt, no misses

Def - Detroit Lions = 2 defensive td's, 2 sacks, 1 block fg., 3 int's, 1 fumble recovery


Duds:

Qb - Trent Dilfer = 147 yards pass, 1 int, 2 fumbles lost

Rb - Steven Davis = 13 carries for 27 yards

Wr - Plaxico Burress = 55 yards, 1 fumble lost

T.e. - Antonio Gates = 2 catches 17 yards

K - Paul Edinger = 2 fg's missed, 1 fg made

Def - Denver Broncos = 20 points allowed, 0 ints, 0 fumble recoveries, 0 sacks, 0 td's


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Fantasy Football Season

10 Fantasy Football players who have not
disappointed this year.

Still plugging along doing the best at what they do:

1 Ladainian Tomlinson

What an absolute stud. He continues to amaze us all and disappoints when he has a week that other backs would dream of having. He's the type of franchise back that you plug him in each and every week without the slightest thought of benching because of some tough defensive matchup. With out a doubt the best fantasy football player.

2 Shaun Alexander

Enough said see #1.

3 Donovan Mcnabb

What can be said about a leader who does it all. He continues to be one of the best fantasy qb's each and every year. He overcomes controversy (Rush Limbough) and finds a way to divert distractions or head cases (T.O.) and do what he does best - win.

4 Marc Bulger

What??? Look at his stats, they don't lie. Fortunately for him in fantasy football victories are neither a requirement or a necessity. He has one of the leagues best Duos (qb & wr) with Holt. He's never mentioned with the greats but still puts up comparable numbers. Considering that Isaac Bruce has missed half of the season it's even more impressive what Bulger has done with less then all his weapons at his disposal. Also consider what round he was drafted (probably 3-5) and I can see smiles on many faces knowing that he was a steal compared to the likes of qb's like Vick, who was selected by some goofs in the first round of this years fantasy drafts.

#5 Carson Palmer

Sitting Palmer down in 2003 was the best decision Cincinnati could make. Kitna showed a touch of class by showing Carson the ropes, especially after having a great season himself for the bengals. Palmer has transitioned the bengals back into a formidable force in the A.F.C. Palmer has averaged over 260 yards pass and 2 touchdowns a game. With Houshmandzadeh injured and Rudi Johnson having an average at best year the success for Palmer in my opinion will stay the course and become one of the best fantasy football qb's in the N.F.L. for years to come.

#6 Terrell Owens

We question his antics and his bizarre behavior. No matter how you feel about this eccentric player, his performance is what can't be questioned. He continues to be the best wide receiver every year. He simply unstoppable.

#7 Edgerrin James

He continues to put over a 100 yards rush average each week. After the dreaded A.C.L. it was feared that like others (Terrell Davis) that James would fall off the map but the opposite has occurred and he has come full circle and become one of the more reliable rb's in the league.

#8 - Tom Brady

All he's done in a year of catastrophic injuries to the patriots team is average over 300 yards per game. People have ruled out the patriots each time adversity has hit them and to their amazement brady defies the odds and finds a way to win. If Buddy Ryan had made a statement Brady instead of Cris Carter it would read something like this " all he does is win".

#9 Torry Holt

Perhaps one of the quietest widereceivers in the league. he actually let's his performances do his talking each week. He steadily goes about his business and puts up pro-bowl numbers. He has averaged over 100 yards a game and has scored a touchdown in each of the last 4 games.

#10 Kerry Collins

Now with a mass of weapons at his disposal, Collins has made the best of the situation. Until last week he was unable to produce a win but in fantasy football...who cares. His schedule is cup cake city baby and he should be able to carve out defenses all year long.

10 Fantasy Football players who have
disappointed to say the least:

#1 Peyton Manning

Considering the bar this franchise player has raised over the last few years many owners selected him #1 overall and his numbers just don't add up to that selection. He's averaging just over 110 yards passing and under1 td a game. That's mindboggling considering his unbelievable performance of last year. At years end, I believe he will put up very good and respectable numbers for the average qb but then again he's no average qb at all.

#2 Daunte Culpepper

If peyton hadn't had his stellar year last year, Culpepper would have been the leagues M.V.P. hands down. Many thought that with the aggravation of Randy Moss gone to Oakland that in some strange way Culpepper would benefit - they were dead wrong!!
With 4 td's, 10 int's and 3 fumbles lost in this case the statistics definitely don't lie.

#3 Michael Vick

4 td's, 2 int's and 2 fumbles lost to go with an injury plagued year doesn't sit well for owners of this excitable yet unproductive star. I have never liked Vick as a quality fantasy football qb. He continues to be selected high in drafts but year in and year out he continues to also disappoint.

#4 Jamal Lewis

Although he appears to have come out of a deep routed funk as of late, his performance to date has been dreadful. Averaging only 58 yards a game, 1 td rushing and 2 fumbles lost isn't the stats anticipated by this first or second round back.

#5 Ahman Green

The loss of Wahle and Rivera was more then expected. Green has averaged only 50 yards per game with no td's. his latest injury is just another reason to stay far away from this walking or should i say hobbling nightmare.

#6 Kevin Jones

I expect this lion to roar like he did last week against the ravens more often but until last week, he was a shell of the back we saw in him last year. The o'line for Detroit hasn't helped but neither has Jones. He's averaging just above 50 yards a game.

#7 Marvin Harrison

This wideout's performance is directly linked to peyton. when peyton's feeling the heat so does harrison. he's only averaging 57 yards a game. Maybe age has caught up with him.

#8 Tony Gonzalez

He has been non existent. a complete non factor in the chiefs pass attack. he's averaging just 32 yards a game without a trip to the endzone. he has been deligated to block for Trent Green ever since willie Roaf was injured.

#9 Andre Johnson

Boy!! what a disappointment . Some say this wideout would be the next Chris Carter, more like Kijani Carter in terms of success. He's been injured and just has not performed at a level expected of him. He's averaged only 25 yards a game with no td's.

#10 Baltimore Ravens defense

Come on now, how many of you wasted a high draft pick on this underachieving squad? In my Fantasy league they are rated #29. They have allowed an average of 22 points a game. With only 2 int's and 1 fumble recovery it appears this stellar defense needs to drastically step it up to allow comparions of the pre season to warrant such a high pick by so many in the draft. With the personnel of that defense they should dominate games and up to this point there is no evidence made to show that that will happen any time soon.

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Fantasy Football Questions???????????

Question:

Ronnie,

Who do you think I should start at QB in week 6, Eli Manning @ Dallas or Mark Bulger @ Indy? I usually start Bulger, however I've started to look at Manning more and more. Between injury and people on their bye, my team is hurting this week, so which QB would you say is more of a "swing for the fences" type pick?

Thanks,
Phillip (CK Kid)

Response:

Normally this is a no-brainer but with the incresingly huge rise to fantasy stardum, Eli appears to be another clone to the success of Archie.... genetics i say..genetics!!! confused don't be just go to the nearest dictionary and look under Peyton. Marc Bulger at this time is a Fantasy stud and must be started each and every week, baring a bye or an injury. The Rams also by playing at Indy are commonly known to be a better team on turf (hence, the best show on turf). In generalities i always play my best player(s) regardless of matchups. this way if i lose, i lose by playing my best and not by losing because i left a stud on the bench.

Question:

Ronnie, I have Rudi Johnson and Stephan Jackson. Who should I start Week 6? I am leaning toward S. Jackson even though he is playing against Indy. R. Johnson has not produced a lot yet this year. Thanks.

Response:

2 schools of thought to ponder:

#1 the matchups favors Rudi Johnson. Tennesee Titans defense allows over 116 yards a game per rush. I look for this game to pour the points especially with a sub par Titans defense.

#2 Mike Martz is out on indefinite leave with a heart ailment and will be replaced with interim head coach Joe Vitt. Why is this important for Steven Jackson? Because no one on this green earth throws more then Martz and according to league sources Vitt loves to first run then pass not what i would call a philosophy of Martz. also the rams play very well on the turf (indy) and love the night lights of Monday Night Football. A concern is that Rudi has scored only once. Jackson has 4 scores to his credit and receives a lot more out of the backfield then rudi does. If Kevan "the bar is" low (kevan barlow - s.f.) can rush for 99 yards against the colts, i think Jackson could have a very productive day.

Select Jackson until Rudi starts putting up the numbers we
have expected of him.

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Who to Sit & Who to Bench for Week #6

Start:

Qb - Kerry Collins

Rb - Edge James

Wr - Derrick Mason

K - Mike Vanderjagt

Def - Chicago Bears


Bench :

Qb - Trent Green

Rb - Cory Dillon

Wr - Joe Jurevicius

K - Paul Edinger

Def - ST. Louis Rams


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Week #5 Fantasy Studs & Duds

Studs:

Qb - Tom Brady = 350 yards pass, 3td's, 1 int

Rb - Tatum Bell = 127 yards rush, 2 td's

Wr - Steve Smith = 119 yards receiving, 2td's

K - Josh Scobee = 3fg's (51 & 53 yards), 2 xtra points

Def - Green Bay Packers = allowed only 3 points, 3 int's, 2 fumble rec., 2 td's


Duds:

Qb - Donovan Mcnabb = 131 yards pass, o td's

Rb - Brian Westbrook = 12 yards rush, 24 rec, o td's

Wr - Jimmy Smith = 43 yards rec., o td's

K - John Carney = 1 fg made, 2 fg missed, o xtra points

Def - New Orleans Saints = 52 points scored


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Fantasy Football Questions ??????

Question:

Ronnie,

I was wondering if you could provide any insight as to the FF value of Ricky Williams as he is going to start playing this week for Miami. I have considered trying to pick him up and dropping Rudi Johnson (CIN) who has not produced a whole lot so far. I can definitely see them giving Ricky the ball instead of Ronnie Brown near the goal line.

Response:

Ronnie Brown has had a very tough schedule to say the least (Broncos, N.Y.Jets, Panthers and Bills) especially considering he is a true rookie. In those games his carries (22-12-23-17) and the amount of offense generated his way is an indication of his importance to the overall offense. His success at first was less then moderate but what do we expect from rookies especially a dolphins rookie runningback. His success recently; however, has been better than average. 132 yards rush, 1td vs Panthers and 97 yards rush vs buffalo is better then a serviceable back.

Ricky Williams will not start yet, operative word...yet. Whether or not Ronnie Brown goes down due to an injury or play suffers in performance, Ricky will see limited action either way. If ricky shines in his stint of running, I could see a very crowded back field in miami. ither way do not drop Rudi Johnson. Rudi has sustained a minor knee injury but the extent of the injury is not feared to be too serious. He is a very good runningback and should be started every week short of an apparent injury.

Question:

Ronnie,

I picked up Brandon Lloyd (SF) a few weeks ago, and due to the change in quarterback this past week (from Tim Rattay to Alex Smith) his value has dropped significantly. I was looking to pick up Antonio Bryant to replace Brandon Lloyd. He seems to have very favorable matchups and with Braylon Edwards sidelined (at least temporarily) should have the ball thrown his way a lot. In my league we pick up available free agents and do not trade between teams. He would be my 4th receiver, I already have a solid receiving unit with Plaxico Burress, Terry Glenn, and Steve Smith, and would use Bryant during bye weeks and in case of injury.

Response:

His value is down and with the core of receivers you have, i wouldn't worry about that position at all. Burress has already had his bye week and Smith (week #7) and Glenn's(week #9) bye weeks do not fall on the same week.

How many receivers can you start anyway?

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Fantasy Football Question ???????????

Question:

Ronnie,

Whats the deal with Carnell Williams this week? Will he play and more importantly will he play well against the Jets? If not I feel I have some strong options still available at RB, S. Jackson @ Sea or R. Johnson @ Jac (I dont really like that matchup). Who do you feel would be my best choice this week.

Thanks,Tyler (DeadHeadLion)

Response:

Cadillac Williams wore a protective boot on his left foot for the fifth straight day Friday and remains questionable for Sunday. Impact: Coach Jon Gruden indicated Williams will be a game-time decision. "He's getting better," Gruden said. "He did some things with the trainer much better than he did the previous two days. He's still questionable.Michael Pittman would get the call if Cadillac can't get out of park. I would not play him this week.

The jaguars defense against the rush allows over 130 yds per game, so the matchup for Rudi Johnson is a very good option. S.Jackson also has a favorable matchup against the seahawks, who allow 117 yds rush per game. Jackson found the endzone twice in week #4 one by a rush and another by a reception - this involvement sits well with fantasy owners. Either option is a good one. I would only lean towards Jackson this week because of the weaker seahawks defense and opportunity as a whole for the ability of the team to score a lot of points. The maximum amount of points Jacksonville has allowed by an opponent this year is 20 points.

Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Fantasy Football Question?????

Fantasy Football Question:

Ronnie,

My fantasy defense (Carolina) has been underachieving so far this season. The top Defenses (going by their fantasy points to date) that are available in my league include:

Denver (42pts)
San Fran. (42 pts)
NY Giants (40 pts)
Jacksonville (37 pts)

I would like to use just one roster spot on defense for as much of the season as possible, so how soon their bye week is would play a role in my choice.

Right now I'm thinking about sticking with Carolina for one more week (Arizona) and then picking up the Giants who will be past their bye after this week.

Any advice would be appreciated, Thanks

Phillip (California Kid)


Response:

The Panthers like most teams have suffered their fair share of injuries. With the loss of defensive Pro-bowler Jenkins, it has been very appearant that that loss alone has caused a gapping hole in the middle. Jacksonville Jaguars may have the best matchups with regards to the remaining schedule.

Denver Broncos and N.Y. Giants schedule only gets tougher. I am leary of any team that gives up as many points as the s.f. 49er's; eventhough, they seem to score pretty well on special teams and by creating turnovers.
The Denver Broncos defense have been hot especially at home. The Jaguars are third overall in total defense and with the remaining cupcake schedule they should be one of the better scoring fantasy football defenses.


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

Who to start & Who to bench week #5

Start:

Qb - Brett Favre

Rb - Edgerrin James

Wr - Steve Smith

K - Neil Rackers

Def - Baltimore Ravens


Bench:

Qb - Trent Dilfer

Rb - Kevin Jones

Wr - Brandon LLoyd

K - Rian Lindell

Def - S.f. 49 er's


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee

WEEK #4 STUDS AND DUDS

Week #4

Studs:

Brett Favre = 303 yards pass, 4 pass td's, 2 pass 2 point conversions

Ladainian Tomlinson = 134 yards rush, 34 yards receiving, 2 td's

Plaxico Burress = 204 yards receiving, 2 td's

Antonio Gates = 108 yards receiving

Neil Rackers = 6 field goals, 1 extra point, no misses



Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee
Arizona Cardinals = allowed no offensive points, 5 sacks, 3 fumble recoveries, 1 int



Duds

Tim Rattay = 11 of 21 for 126 yards, 1 int, 1 fumble lost, 0 td's

Carnell Williams = 13 yards, 0 td's, injured

Steve Smith = 12 yards , 0 td's (double and triple team will do that).

Tony Gonzalez = 5 yards, 0 td's

Rian Lindell = 0 fg's, 1 miss fg from 45 yards, 1 extra point

St. Louis Rams = gave up 44 points, 1 sack, 0 int's, 0 fumble rec., no td's.


Sincerely, Ronnie Keesee