The Carolina Panthers have placed RB DeAngelo Williams on IR. This injury was initially called a foot sprain, but it's hard to see how that sort of injury would cost Williams 11 games, so I wonder what the real issue is. This offense is nose-diving anyways.
Fantasy Impact: Williams can obviously be dropped in all re-draft leagues. Jonathan Stewart will resume feature back duties once he returns from his concussion, but it will be Mike Goodson's show until then. Goodson is a weak RB2 this week against the Ravens. Given the overall ineptitude of this offense, it's hard to think of Stewart as anything more than an RB2 when he returns. His talent hasn't gone anywhere and he'll post some solid rushing totals, but he's not going to score much because Carolina won't score much. They'll be using some combination of Jimmy Clausen and Tony Pike under center for the rest of the year. Stewart and Goodson are the only two players worth start consideration in this offense. I don't think you have to drop Steve Smith given what little is left on waivers right now, but he certainly should be on your bench.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Week 11: Waiver Wire
QB:
Jon Kitna - He might not have been picked up all over, and he might have been dropped after a slow start. He needs to be owned in all leagues as a solid QB2 with QB1 potential in the right matchups. He defied all odds with a monster game against the Giants of all teams, and Jason Garrett clearly had the Cowboys playing in a way Wade Phillips couldn't. He will make mistakes, but he's surrounded by elite talent.
Shaun Hill - With Stafford likely out for the season, Hill will probably start for the remainder of it. He showed no ill effects from the fractured forearm that he was returning from. He profiles similarly to Kitna above, although he will make less big plays due to a weaker arm, but he'll also make less mistakes. He's also surrounded by excellent talent and makes for a solid QB2 down the stretch.
Kevin Kolb - Non-Vick owners are probably starting to drop Kevin Kolb, but all Vick owners would be smart to grab him as one of the few QB handcuffs worth owning. Should something happen to Vick, Kolb would immediately become a low-end QB1.
RB:
Keiland Williams - Williams filled in admirably in week 10's blowout. He's not especially talented, but if Torain and Portis sit out again in week 11, he'll get the bulk of the work for the Skins and be a reasonable RB2.
Mike Goodson - He unquestionable should have been picked up already, but since I didn't get to my waiver wire article last week, I'll profile him here. He's a small-ish scat back who performed well last week. Needless to say, his fantasy value is directly related to the absences of Williams and Stewart. The plan all along has been to get Williams back this week, but his owners would be smart to grab Goodson.
Jerome Harrison - Harrison looked outstanding, although by the time he started getting many carries the game was completely out of hand. Regardless, his skill set is a perfect fit within the Eagles offense, and he would have low-end RB1 value should McCoy get hurt. McCoy owners would be smart to grab him this week to protect their RB1.
WR:
Mike Thomas - The catch heard round the fantasy world made for good headlines, but this is not a guy you want starting on your team on a weekly basis. He does have another nice matchup this week, and he'd make for a solid WR3 option with additional upside if Mike Sims-Walker misses time. Might as well ride out the hot streak the Jaguars passing attack is on.
Nate Burleson - He's a decent stash given the Lions simply can't run the ball effectively, but he's clearly the 2nd fiddle in the offense for obvious reasons. He skill set does fit Shaun Hill better than Stafford, however, and that's why he's worth a shot.
TE:
Jermaine Gresham - Gresham had a huge game, but most of it came in the 4th quarter when the Bengals were passing incessantly. Don't bother.
Rob Gronkowski - It's curious that he played that much more than Aaron Hernandez who's had problems with drops recently. Given how much Brady likes throwing to his TEs this season, he's worth a TE2 stash to see if he overtakes Hernandez in the pecking order.
Jon Kitna - He might not have been picked up all over, and he might have been dropped after a slow start. He needs to be owned in all leagues as a solid QB2 with QB1 potential in the right matchups. He defied all odds with a monster game against the Giants of all teams, and Jason Garrett clearly had the Cowboys playing in a way Wade Phillips couldn't. He will make mistakes, but he's surrounded by elite talent.
Shaun Hill - With Stafford likely out for the season, Hill will probably start for the remainder of it. He showed no ill effects from the fractured forearm that he was returning from. He profiles similarly to Kitna above, although he will make less big plays due to a weaker arm, but he'll also make less mistakes. He's also surrounded by excellent talent and makes for a solid QB2 down the stretch.
Kevin Kolb - Non-Vick owners are probably starting to drop Kevin Kolb, but all Vick owners would be smart to grab him as one of the few QB handcuffs worth owning. Should something happen to Vick, Kolb would immediately become a low-end QB1.
RB:
Keiland Williams - Williams filled in admirably in week 10's blowout. He's not especially talented, but if Torain and Portis sit out again in week 11, he'll get the bulk of the work for the Skins and be a reasonable RB2.
Mike Goodson - He unquestionable should have been picked up already, but since I didn't get to my waiver wire article last week, I'll profile him here. He's a small-ish scat back who performed well last week. Needless to say, his fantasy value is directly related to the absences of Williams and Stewart. The plan all along has been to get Williams back this week, but his owners would be smart to grab Goodson.
Jerome Harrison - Harrison looked outstanding, although by the time he started getting many carries the game was completely out of hand. Regardless, his skill set is a perfect fit within the Eagles offense, and he would have low-end RB1 value should McCoy get hurt. McCoy owners would be smart to grab him this week to protect their RB1.
WR:
Mike Thomas - The catch heard round the fantasy world made for good headlines, but this is not a guy you want starting on your team on a weekly basis. He does have another nice matchup this week, and he'd make for a solid WR3 option with additional upside if Mike Sims-Walker misses time. Might as well ride out the hot streak the Jaguars passing attack is on.
Nate Burleson - He's a decent stash given the Lions simply can't run the ball effectively, but he's clearly the 2nd fiddle in the offense for obvious reasons. He skill set does fit Shaun Hill better than Stafford, however, and that's why he's worth a shot.
TE:
Jermaine Gresham - Gresham had a huge game, but most of it came in the 4th quarter when the Bengals were passing incessantly. Don't bother.
Rob Gronkowski - It's curious that he played that much more than Aaron Hernandez who's had problems with drops recently. Given how much Brady likes throwing to his TEs this season, he's worth a TE2 stash to see if he overtakes Hernandez in the pecking order.
Week 10: Injury Ward
QB:
Chad Henne / Chad Pennington - The flying Chads both suffered injuries this week. Henne might return shortly after it was determined that his knee injury is not severe, but Pennington is done for the season, and likely for his career with another throwing shoulder injury. Tyler Thigpen will start in week 11.
Brett Favre - Add shoulder to his growing list of ailments, but it seems like he'll play without any issues.
Kerry Collins - Collins suffered a calf injury, and he might miss some time. Vince Young will likely be healthy in week 11 and should keep the job the rest of the season, barring injury.
WR:
Percy Harvin - Harvin suffered another ankle injury, but given he finished the game, it seems likely that he'll play this week. Still, you should keep an eye on his practice schedule and ensure he's active in week 11.
Hines Ward - Ward was knocked out of Sunday night's game with a concussion, although given his spirits after the game, it seems unlikely that he'll miss week 11, but much like Harvin, keep an eye on the usual outlets and ensure he's ready this week before using him.
Jerricho Cotchery - I have no idea who'd be using him at this point in the season, but he's likely going to miss at least one week with a groin injury. His absence will be good news for both Edwards and Holmes who figure to be targeted more often.
TE:
Jacob Tamme - Tamme suffered a back injury and "could barely walk" after the game, so his status is worth monitoring this week. He's been an excellent addition to all fantasy teams and will hopefully suit up this week, but keep an eye on practice reports.
K:
Mike Nugent - What's with the kicker injuries the last two weeks? Nugent will miss at least this week, and he'll likely miss the season with a knee injury. Nugent was kicked well this year, but you'll have to find someone else for the rest of the year.
Chad Henne / Chad Pennington - The flying Chads both suffered injuries this week. Henne might return shortly after it was determined that his knee injury is not severe, but Pennington is done for the season, and likely for his career with another throwing shoulder injury. Tyler Thigpen will start in week 11.
Brett Favre - Add shoulder to his growing list of ailments, but it seems like he'll play without any issues.
Kerry Collins - Collins suffered a calf injury, and he might miss some time. Vince Young will likely be healthy in week 11 and should keep the job the rest of the season, barring injury.
WR:
Percy Harvin - Harvin suffered another ankle injury, but given he finished the game, it seems likely that he'll play this week. Still, you should keep an eye on his practice schedule and ensure he's active in week 11.
Hines Ward - Ward was knocked out of Sunday night's game with a concussion, although given his spirits after the game, it seems unlikely that he'll miss week 11, but much like Harvin, keep an eye on the usual outlets and ensure he's ready this week before using him.
Jerricho Cotchery - I have no idea who'd be using him at this point in the season, but he's likely going to miss at least one week with a groin injury. His absence will be good news for both Edwards and Holmes who figure to be targeted more often.
TE:
Jacob Tamme - Tamme suffered a back injury and "could barely walk" after the game, so his status is worth monitoring this week. He's been an excellent addition to all fantasy teams and will hopefully suit up this week, but keep an eye on practice reports.
K:
Mike Nugent - What's with the kicker injuries the last two weeks? Nugent will miss at least this week, and he'll likely miss the season with a knee injury. Nugent was kicked well this year, but you'll have to find someone else for the rest of the year.
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