Heading into Week 11, we're reaching a pretty intense period of the fantasy season. Most of us have four weeks left in the regular season. Some might have three or five. The point is, mistakes hurt more in Week 11 than they do in Week 1. We can learn from mistakes in Week 1. By Week 11, it's sometimes too late. And with a constant carousel of injuries, and the resulting arrival of fantasy unknowns, it's hard to know what's a mistake and what's a smart risk.
So with that in mind, we want to hear from you tonight (as we always do). What waiver decisions are you thinking of making? Who's a popular player you're staying away from, and why? On today's Pro Football Network podcast (probably hitting this evening), my colleagues Tommy Garrett and Jason "Katz" Katz joined me to discuss some players who could hit or miss this week and beyond: guys like Cam Newton, Rhamondre Stevenson (when Damien Harris returns), D'Onta Foreman, Wayne Gallman, Robby Anderson, and Marcus Johnson. How much can they help fantasy teams?
We stopped recording moments before the fantasy world learned about Elijah Mitchell's broken finger. It would not be a Niners season if there weren't at least three starting RBs. If Mitchell isn't ready to go this weekend, could Jeff Wilson take over the lead-back role? If that sounds insane, look up how good Wilson was last season. As I keep saying, this is a hot-hand backfield. No one has a claim to the starting job. It's whoever is healthy and performing at a high level.
The Ravens released Le'Veon Bell, which was a surprise to no one (perhaps not even to Bell). It suggests Latavius Murray is set to return, or it could suggest Ty'Son Williams is set to play a more meaningful role. The former is more likely, since Murray's eventual return has been a foregone conclusion. Devonta Freeman remains the starter. But Baltimore's backfield is, respectfully, a lesser version of San Francisco's backfield. Yes, anyone can step up on both teams. But with the Niners, the lead back has an RB1 ceiling. For the Ravens, it's RB2. Nothing wrong with that. It's all about setting realistic expectations.
So let us know in the comments which waiver decisions are renting space in your brain. For starters, I'm trying to decide on a QB if Kyler Murray still can't play. And if Antonio Brown still can't go, am I okay starting Tyler Johnson in the flex, or do I need to take a shot on a higher-upside, lower-floor receiver like Kendrick Bourne or Bryan Edwards?
So give a shout, and we'll give our two cents. Or use the space to advise me: beyond the obvious must-starts, who are some waiver fodder you're big on heading into Week 11?
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So with that in mind, we want to hear from you tonight (as we always do). What waiver decisions are you thinking of making? Who's a popular player you're staying away from, and why? On today's Pro Football Network podcast (probably hitting this evening), my colleagues Tommy Garrett and Jason "Katz" Katz joined me to discuss some players who could hit or miss this week and beyond: guys like Cam Newton, Rhamondre Stevenson (when Damien Harris returns), D'Onta Foreman, Wayne Gallman, Robby Anderson, and Marcus Johnson. How much can they help fantasy teams?
We stopped recording moments before the fantasy world learned about Elijah Mitchell's broken finger. It would not be a Niners season if there weren't at least three starting RBs. If Mitchell isn't ready to go this weekend, could Jeff Wilson take over the lead-back role? If that sounds insane, look up how good Wilson was last season. As I keep saying, this is a hot-hand backfield. No one has a claim to the starting job. It's whoever is healthy and performing at a high level.
The Ravens released Le'Veon Bell, which was a surprise to no one (perhaps not even to Bell). It suggests Latavius Murray is set to return, or it could suggest Ty'Son Williams is set to play a more meaningful role. The former is more likely, since Murray's eventual return has been a foregone conclusion. Devonta Freeman remains the starter. But Baltimore's backfield is, respectfully, a lesser version of San Francisco's backfield. Yes, anyone can step up on both teams. But with the Niners, the lead back has an RB1 ceiling. For the Ravens, it's RB2. Nothing wrong with that. It's all about setting realistic expectations.
So let us know in the comments which waiver decisions are renting space in your brain. For starters, I'm trying to decide on a QB if Kyler Murray still can't play. And if Antonio Brown still can't go, am I okay starting Tyler Johnson in the flex, or do I need to take a shot on a higher-upside, lower-floor receiver like Kendrick Bourne or Bryan Edwards?
So give a shout, and we'll give our two cents. Or use the space to advise me: beyond the obvious must-starts, who are some waiver fodder you're big on heading into Week 11?
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- PFN fantasy site -- www.profootballnetwork.com/fantasy-football/
- PFN fantasy podcast -- podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-the-mood-for-fantasy-football/id1580114372
- Free fantasy advice newsletter -- www.getrevue.co/profile/pfnfantasy