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2010 NFL Draft Player Profile: Sam Bradford

Published: January 4, 2010

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Like most college quarterbacks with the hype of Sam Bradford , it’s not a question of “if” he’ll be drafted in the first round, more a question of “where”.

Sure, the injuries Bradford sustained this season raise some minor questions about his durability and his immediate health, but are likely temporary hindrances in what appears to be a polished and refined NFL -ready game.

After declaring for the NFL Draft, we know for sure where Bradford will be before his name is called in April. Now it’s time to start thinking about where he’ll be after an NFL team calls his name.

Here’s a look at the positives and negatives of Bradford’s game as he prepares a transition to the professional stage, followed by a few teams that should be targeting him.

 

The Good

Statistically (short of the 2009 season), there are few quarterbacks that matchup with what Bradford did from 2007-2008. Over that span, he led an elite Oklahoma offense by throwing 86 touchdowns along with nearly 8,000 passing yards. Throw in his mere eight interceptions in each of those two seasons, and Bradford was a near lock to be the top pick in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Of course, it’s not just all about stats with Bradford. He shows great range on all his passes, while having the accuracy and arm to make every necessary throw at the next level.

His already adequate height and frame will only get bigger and stronger, which will hopefully help him rid of any durability concerns.

The level of competition he faces was regularly at a borderline elite level, and Bradford routinely showed up in big games.

Outside of his natural feel for the game and his solid athleticism, Bradford also holds exceptional command in the huddle and is one of the more confident and decisive leaders on the field.

He isn’t a project or the type of high-profile passer that will fade into an NFL career on the sidelines. As long as his health isn’t a major question, he’s bound to have a long, successful career in the NFL.

 

The Bad

While Bradford does have everything visible to the naked eye that an NFL quarterback needs, he still hasn’t been able to shake durability issues, and for good reason.

He was perfectly healthy in his first two seasons as a starter, so this really shouldn’t be an issue, but he suffered two injuries during the 2009 season, and considering they have to do with his shoulders, it raises some question marks.

Add in the fact that these aren’t necessarily “minor” injuries and that surgery was involved, and Bradford suddenly becomes a huge risk to a lot of NFL GM’s.

On top of his injury problems, Bradford needs to prove to scouts and GM’s that his stats weren’t padded in a system that caters to quarterbacks. Bradford operated mostly out of a spread offense, which aids a quarterback’s accuracy and doesn’t always demand them to make tough reads or passes.

If Bradford can prove that he’s healthy and that he can man an NFL offense with no great difficulty, he still has a good chance at being a top five pick, and isn’t even out of the running for the top pick in the draft.

 

Possible Suitors

The real question, as stated before, is more about where he’s going, rather than his ability to play or what round he’ll be taken in.

Bradford is a first round talent and should be on the radar for any and all NFL teams that are either desperate for a passer or actively looking for an upgrade.

While the Oakland Raiders may not want to take the plunge on another quarterback in the first round, they are clearly an option, as they have a slew of backup quarterbacks who will be fighting for the starting job in 2010.

With Marc Bulger getting older and battling injuries and Keith Null and Kyle Boller being less than impressive, the St. Louis Rams have to be the favorite to steal Bradford off the board.

Of course, teams such as the Seattle Seahawks, Cleveland Browns, Washington Redskins, and Buffalo Bills should all be very interested in obtaining Bradford, while the Carolina Panthers could also figure into the mix.

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NFL Fantasy Start & Sit Week 17: Championship Week

Published: January 2, 2010

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This week’s start/sit column will be a little different than most. With a lot of teams playing “meaningless” games, certain players may be resting that would normally play most if not all of the game.

For each position, I will give you three normal starters you should sit, three guys you should pick up that could score you big points this week, and three normal starters who are high risk/high reward players.

QB Sits: Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Drew Brees

QB Starts: Brian Hoyer, Jay Cutler, Alex Smith

Hoyer could be a treat if Tom Brady sits early, while Cutler and Smith shouldn’t have any issues feasting on the Lions and Rams, respectively.

QB High Risk/Reward: Aaron Rodgers, Kurt Warner, Eli Manning

WR Sits: Reggie Wayne, Randy Moss, Vincent Jackson

WR Starts: Devin Aromashadu, Sidney Rice, Roddy White

Aromashadu should continue his late-season surge against a pathetic Detroit pass defense, while Sidney Rice and Roddy White should end the regular season on high notes, with elite performances.

WR High Risk/Reward: Greg Jennings, Larry Fitzgerald, Anquan Boldin

RB Sits: Joseph Addai, Beanie Wells, LaDainian Tomlinson

RB Starts: Jerome Harrison, Knowshon Moreno, Maurice Morris

Harrison is the real deal, and with another solid match-up this week, you have to play him. Moreno should be able to run all day, as well, and with Brandon Marshall expected to miss the final game, he should be more involved than usual.

The Bears defense has looked stronger lately, but still look for Morris to get some nice touches.

RB High Risk/Reward: Ryan Grant, Steven Jackson, Tim Hightower

TE Sits: Antonio Gates, Chris Baker, Jeremy Shockey

TE Starts: Vernon Davis, Jason Witten, Brent Celek

You can’t sit Davis (ever), especially not with a dreamy match-up like the Rams. Witten could look to get a score to end the regular season, while you can’t stop starting Celek after such solid production (like last week).

TE High Risk/Reward: Jermichael Finley, Kellen Winslow, Dustin Keller

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NFL Fantasy Start and Sit Week 16

Published: December 24, 2009

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Oh, the joys of fantasy football.

Big Ben’s performance last week made my QB sit a bad choice, but with fantasy football you never know what can happen.

There is no magic formula to figure out a great lineup, as is evidenced here.

Here’s my best picks this week for who should have success in Week 16 and who to keep on the bench.

Start

QB Alex Smith, SF vs. DET

If the Niners watched how the Cardinals beat the Lions last week, they will pound the ball with Gore. While this may mean fewer passing attempts for Smith, he should still get some good Red Zone looks for potential TD points.

Projected stats: 17/21, 222 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT

WR Derrick Mason, BAL @ PIT

A huge game to determine playoff hopes for both of these teams. Mason will be called upon early and often in the passing game if Baltimore wants to take this one and solidify their playoff positioning.

Projected stats: 9 catches, 97 yards, 1 TD

RB Beanie Wells, ARZ vs. STL

After watching Beanie run all over the Lions last weekend, fantasy owners should have gotten a shot of confidence from the rookie. Don’t expect a disappointment this weekend against the hapless Rams.

Projected stats: 19 rushes, 126 yards, 1 TD, 2 catches, 31 yards

TE Jermichael Finley, GB vs. SEA

Truly becoming a rising star, Finley has developed great “go-to-guy” chemistry with A-Rod on 3rd down. The Packers should move the ball very well on this day, and Finley should be able to find the end zone a few times.

Projected stats: 7 catches, 72 yards, 2 TD

Sit

QB David Garrard, JAX @ NE

The conditions in Foxboro might be ugly (rain/snow) for this game, and the Jags passing game has been anything but stellar in recent weeks.  Expect a lot from MJD, but nothing else from any other Jaguar.

Projected stats: 14/26, 157 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT

WR Reggie Wayne, IND vs. NYJ

The Colts number one receiver will be covered by Revis all game, plus the Colts may be interested in resting Wayne on some plays he normally would play, if not for a good chunk of the game.

Projected stats: 5 catches, 49 yards, 0 TD

RB Jerome Harrison, CLE vs. OAK

I know what a lot of you are saying…he’s playing the Raiders!  He has to have another crazy rushing game!  But you are wrong. With Brady Quinn on IR and lethargic Derek Anderson starting, the Browns offense will struggle all day to move the ball, limiting Harrison’s touches.

Projected stats: 17 carries, 53 yards, 0 TD, 1 catches, 6 yards

TE John Carlson, SEA @ GB

While Finley should have a field day, Carlson will struggle to find opening’s in the Packer’s 3-4 defense. Don’t expect 500 yards from Hasselbeck against the Green Bay secondary this week.

Projected stats: 4 catches, 47 yards, 0 TD

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NFL Fantasy Start and Sit Week 16

Published: December 24, 2009

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Oh, the joys of fantasy football.

Big Ben’s performance last week made my QB sit a bad choice, but with fantasy football you never know what can happen.

There is no magic formula to figure out a great lineup, as is evidenced here.

Here’s my best picks this week for who should have success in Week 16 and who to keep on the bench.

Start

QB Alex Smith, SF vs. DET

If the Niners watched how the Cardinals beat the Lions last week, they will pound the ball with Gore. While this may mean fewer passing attempts for Smith, he should still get some good Red Zone looks for potential TD points.

Projected stats: 17/21, 222 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT

WR Derrick Mason, BAL @ PIT

A huge game to determine playoff hopes for both of these teams. Mason will be called upon early and often in the passing game if Baltimore wants to take this one and solidify their playoff positioning.

Projected stats: 9 catches, 97 yards, 1 TD

RB Beanie Wells, ARZ vs. STL

After watching Beanie run all over the Lions last weekend, fantasy owners should have gotten a shot of confidence from the rookie. Don’t expect a disappointment this weekend against the hapless Rams.

Projected stats: 19 rushes, 126 yards, 1 TD, 2 catches, 31 yards

TE Jermichael Finley, GB vs. SEA

Truly becoming a rising star, Finley has developed great “go-to-guy” chemistry with A-Rod on 3rd down. The Packers should move the ball very well on this day, and Finley should be able to find the end zone a few times.

Projected stats: 7 catches, 72 yards, 2 TD

Sit

QB David Garrard, JAX @ NE

The conditions in Foxboro might be ugly (rain/snow) for this game, and the Jags passing game has been anything but stellar in recent weeks.  Expect a lot from MJD, but nothing else from any other Jaguar.

Projected stats: 14/26, 157 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT

WR Reggie Wayne, IND vs. NYJ

The Colts number one receiver will be covered by Revis all game, plus the Colts may be interested in resting Wayne on some plays he normally would play, if not for a good chunk of the game.

Projected stats: 5 catches, 49 yards, 0 TD

RB Jerome Harrison, CLE vs. OAK

I know what a lot of you are saying…he’s playing the Raiders!  He has to have another crazy rushing game!  But you are wrong. With Brady Quinn on IR and lethargic Derek Anderson starting, the Browns offense will struggle all day to move the ball, limiting Harrison’s touches.

Projected stats: 17 carries, 53 yards, 0 TD, 1 catches, 6 yards

TE John Carlson, SEA @ GB

While Finley should have a field day, Carlson will struggle to find opening’s in the Packer’s 3-4 defense. Don’t expect 500 yards from Hasselbeck against the Green Bay secondary this week.

Projected stats: 4 catches, 47 yards, 0 TD

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NFL Fantasy Start and Sit Week 15

Published: December 16, 2009

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If you are in a crunch to see who to start in your playoff match-ups, check out this week’s column for some great picks to put advance you to the next round.

Start your Vikings if you have them, as their defense should force some turnovers against a Matt Moore-led Panthers offense, which should lead to several opportunities for the Vikes’ play-makers.

Also, if you haven’t had the chance, head over and take a look at Week 15’s Waiver Wire column, as well as our Week 15 NFL Picks .

Start

QB Brett Favre, MIN @ CAR

Minnesota will be able to control the ball against the Panthers, so this leads us to think that Favre will have a lot of short pass attempts in the game which rack up pretty quickly. While the Vikes will run the ball a lot, Favre will still put up decent numbers.

Projected stats: 23/29, 289 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT

WR Sidney Rice, MIN @ CAR

Rice has been Favre’s favorite target this year, mainly because he is such a big target that Favre is comfortable throwing to him because he doesn’t have to be dead-on accurate. Rice will get a lot of short targets, especially in the Red Zone on Sunday night.

Projected stats: 10 catches, 111 yards, 1 TD

RB Jamaal Charles, KC vs. CLE

I know this is the second week in a row that Charles has been a suggested start, but look what he did last week! This should only continue against a week Cleveland Browns team, and Charles may just propel your team to advancing.

Projected stats: 25 rushes, 146 yards, 1 TD, 6 catches, 41 yards, 1 TD

TE Fred Davis, WSH vs. NYG

The Giants’ defense looked bad last Sunday night against Philly. Fred Davis is on the rise as a fantasy stud, and it doesn’t look like the Giants will be slowing him down at all this weekend.

Projected stats: 5 catches, 68 yards, TD

Sit

QB Ben Roethlisberger, PIT vs. GB

Green Bay’s defense is one of the best at forcing turnovers (and overall defense), and with the game at Heinz Field, don’t expect great conditions for passing. It could be a grind-it-out low scoring game focused on the run.

Projected stats: 18/25, 212 yards, 1 TD, 3 INT, 2 rushes, 9 yards

WR Miles Austin, DAL @ NO

The Saints will be looking to clinch home field advantage throughout the playoffs this weekend. The Cowboys should have their Romo December woes continue in this tough environment, so don’t expect much from Austin as Romo and Roy Williams have started to develop a little chemistry.

Projected stats: 3 catches, 58 yards, 0 TD

RB Pierre Thomas, NO vs. DAL

Reggie Bush has taken an expanded role in the offense, and Thomas simply hasn’t been getting it done on an elite level as of late. The Cowboys do a solid job against the run, so look for Thomas’s numbers to be down again this week.

Projected stats: 13 carries, 41 yards, 0 TD, 5 catches, 36 yards

TE Greg Olsen, CHI @ BAL

Olsen was shut down last Sunday against the Packers and simply hasn’t been a consistent option since scoring three touchdowns against the Arizona Cardinals over a month ago. You can expect him to have similar struggles against the Ravens defense this week.

Projected stats: 3 catches, 31 yards, 0 TD

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NFL Fantasy Start And Sit Week 13

Published: December 2, 2009

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We had a mediocre week with our start and sit calls for Week 12 , and like many fantasy owners and experts, were shocked to see Michael Turner start against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

However, other than some Jacksonville Jaguars promotions that didn’t pan out, we made the right call on suggesting a start for Greg Olsen, while telling you to sit Jeremy Shockey.

 

Start

QB Jay Cutler, CHI vs. STL

Jay Cutler and the Bears have to be the most disappointing team in football this year.  With 20 INTs, Cutler is having a “young Favre”-like year. However, Cutler will not only pass well this week, but he should have some open running lanes for scrambling too.

Projected stats: 28/36, 291 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT, 4 rushes, 32 yards, 1 TD

WR Jeremy Maclin, PHI @ ATL

With Matt Ryan and Michael Turner likely both out, the Eagles should be able to dominate ball control. This will mean more potential targets for the rookie sensation Maclin.

Projected stats: 6 catches, 125 yards, 1 TD

RB Fred Jackson, BUF vs. NYJ

Jackson is clearly becoming the No. 1 back, especially after the firing of Dick Jauron. Look for Jackson to light up the scoreboard multiple times in Canada on Thursday night (if you get NFL Network).

Projected stats: 16 rushes, 76 yards, 2 TD, 3 catches, 31 yards

TE Zach Miller, OAK @ PIT

Miller is one of the most athletic tight ends in the league, but he needs a QB who can throw him the ball. If Gradkowski can get him the ball, he could have a big day.

Projected stats: 6 catches, 86 yards

Sit

QB Eli Manning, NYG vs. DAL

It’s a huge divisional game in the NFC East. Besides a 384 yard outburst in an overtime game against the Falcons, Manning is only averaging 210 ypg over six games.

Who knows what the weather will be like in the Meadowlands, and Manning may be inconsistent all game against an attacking Dallas defense.

Projected stats: 18/30, 210 yards, 1 TD, 2 INT

WR Greg Jennings, GB vs. BAL

It’s going to be cold and potentially snowy Monday night in Green Bay, and the Ravens have shut down top WRs all year. Expect Rodgers to look for more dump-offs and check-downs to players like Donald Driver, Donald Lee, Jermichael Finley, and Ryan Grant. You should also expect for the run to dominate both teams’ offensive schemes.

Projected stats: 3 catches, 34 yards, 0 TD

RB Rashard Mendenhall, PIT vs. OAK

Believe it or not, the Raiders’ run defense actually is not that bad.  And with Willie Parker slowly stealing back some touches, Mendenhall’s value has gone down a bit. He will still get a good amount of touches, but don’t expect anything huge.

Projected stats: 18 carries, 56 yards, 0 TD, 1catch, 5 yards

TE Todd Heap, BAL @ GB

The Packers have shut down premiere tight ends all year, including a few weeks ago when they completely shut down Jason Witten. Especially with potentially bad weather, Heap won’t do much for you on Monday night.

Projected stats: 2 catches, 13 yards, 0 TD

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Week 12 Fantasy Start and Sit

Published: November 25, 2009

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We had a decent last week , making solid start calls with Anquan Boldin and Jermichael Finley, as well as solid sit calls with Kyle Orton and T.J. Houshmandzadeh.

We missed the target on Tony Romo and Kevin Boss, but our picks this week should help you forget about one so-so week.

Start your Jaguars (no, not the car) if you have them this week, as well as any Packers as you normally would play them. Read on for Week 12 ‘s Start/Sit column:

Start

QB David Garrard, JAX vs. SF

After watching Aaron Rodgers knife through the San Francisco secondary last week in the first half, we expect good things from Garrard. Rodgers would have had over 400 yards if the Packers hadn’t played so conservatively. While Garrard isn’t the traditional TD stud, he should post a couple on the board this week.

Projected stats: 20/28, 262 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT, 5 rushes, 23 yards

WR Mike Sims-Walker, JAX vs. SF

Probably the surprise fantasy player of the year so far. Sims-Walker has been a favorite target for Garrard, especially on the deep ball. Sims-Walker could have his best day yet as a pro against the Niners.

Projected stats: 8 catches, 134 yards, 1 TD

RB Jason Snelling, ATL vs. TB

With Michael Turner more than likely out, Snelling will be the feature back in the Atlanta offense. The Falcons will pound the ball with the bigger back all day long.

Projected stats: 25 rushes, 121 yards, 2 TD, 2 catches, 10 yards

TE Greg Olsen, CHI vs. MIN

If there is one position the Vikings have struggled with covering defensively this year, it has been the TE. Olsen is an athletic, big target (much like Jermichael Finley, who torched the Vikes in Week 4) and should receive a lot of looks from the struggling Jay Cutler.

Projected stats: 7 catches, 99 yards, 1 TD

Sit

QB Donovan McNabb, PHI vs. WSH

McNabb will have to carry the load as Brian Westbrook could be done for the year and, potentially, his career. McCoy is a nice filler at RB, but McNabb loses Westbrook’s pass catching ability and makes Philly even more one-dimensional. Besides, the ‘Skins defense isn’t shabby.

Projected stats: 19/32, 201 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT

WR Vincent Jackson, SD vs. KC

Jackson has had three straight weeks with less than 60 yards, a theme that will only continue as L.T. once again becomes a bigger part of the offense. Jackson will be a weak WR2 or good WR3 play at best this week.

Projected stats: 4 catches, 52 yards, 0 TD

RB Ray Rice, BAL vs. PIT

With Polamalu still out, Harbaugh’s Ravens will lean a little more to the deeper pass than normal. Besides, Pittsburgh still has a strong front seven that will shut down the run and screen passes.

Projected stats: 18 carries, 42 yards, 0 TD, 5 catches, 21 yards, 0 TD

TE: Jeremy Shockey, NO vs. NE

Shockey’s production has gone down in recent weeks (eight catches for 85 yards and zero TD in three weeks) and that trend will continue against a solid New England defense.  Brees looks for his RBs when he checks down and otherwise it’s usually a deeper throw to a wideout.

Projected stats: 3 catches, 31 yards, 0 TD

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Chris Cooley Headed For IR: Fred Davis Fantasy Stock On The Rise

Published: November 24, 2009

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Washington Redskins injured tight end Chris Cooley admitted on a radio show recently that he’s likely done for the season .

Nothing is official and no reports have been made regarding his injury , but Cooley remains in a walking boot and is still more than a week away from a possible return.

Cooley apparently made comments suggesting that his season could be over, and with the Redskins playing for little else other than pride at just 3-7, it wouldn’t make much sense to rush him back this season.

Fantasy Perspective: This is bad news for Chris Cooley owners that were holding out hope and didn’t swing a trade for a full-time replacement. The possibility of Cooley going on IR becomes more likely with every day that he doesn’t practice, and with the solid play of Fred Davis, the Redskins are likely to be tempted to sit Cooley and see what their other young tight end has to offer.

Davis hasn’t dazzled, but did catch seven passes and a touchdown in relief of Cooley when the Redskins star tight end initially went down with his injury.

If Davis isn’t a top selection in fantasy owner’s minds, then exploring other options with more potential might be more appealing.

The Houston Texans began the transition from Owen Daniels (also on IR) in Week 11, as James Casey caught two passes for 33 yards, his second catch being a 32-yarder on Monday night.

Casey provides great hands, athleticism, and playmaking ability to the position, and could be a nice pick-up if you are in desperation mode in an attempt to fill the tight end slot in your lineup.

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Week 10 Fantasy Football Start/Sit: Matt Hasselbeck Is a Go

Published: November 11, 2009

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We’re foreseeing shootouts in Arizona, and Miami this week, so deploying your Seattle, Arizona, Tampa Bay, and Miami players might be a good idea .  Well, maybe just Freeman, and Winslow for the Bucs.

Start

QB Matt Hasselbeck, SEA at ARZ

Hasselbeck has had another up and down season so far. In his first game against the Cards, Hasselbeck struggled, only completing 10-of-29 passes.  Don’t expect the same this week in the perfect Arizona climate in what is a revenge game for Seattle.  Hasselbeck has averaged 45 pass attempts the last two weeks, and that’s a trend that won’t change this week.

Projected stats: 31/42, 305 yards, two TD, one INT

 

WR Michael Crabtree, SF vs CHI

Crabtree dipped down to just 30 yards after recording 50-plus, and 80-plus in his first two games. He’s getting more, and more comfortable, and is due for a big game. Alex Smith should be on top of his game against a Bears’ defense that just got burned for five passing scores last week. Expect fireworks.

Projected stats: six catches, 95 yards, one TD

RB Ricky Williams, MIA vs TB

Ricky Williams will excel against the Bucs.  After all, look at what Ahman Green did in limited carries last week in TB as the RB2 for the Packers (seven touches for 55 yards).  Williams will get far more touches than Green did last week, and Miami has the best established running back duo in the NFL.

Projected stats: 12 rushes, 98 yards, one TD, three catches, 45 yards

TE Kellen Winslow, TB at MIA

Winslow was able to show some of his athleticism last week against the Packers, and seems to be developing some chemistry with rookie Josh Freeman.  Winslow’s value has started to go up with Freeman’s promotion, and he should have a productive day.

Projected stats: six catches, 76 yards, one TD

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NFL Soup Fantasy Update: Be Weary of Darren McFadden’s Return

Published: November 5, 2009

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Oakland running back Darren McFadden is expected to be ready to return in Week 10, especially considering the additional rest he’ll get with this week’s bye.

McFadden hasn’t suited up for the Raiders since Week Four, in which he struggled mightily against the Houston Texans, barely notching positive total yardage.

Many experts are forgetting how average McFadden had been as the starter, and are assuming that Tom Cable will revert right back to the sophomore back Nwithout any hesitation.

We’re suggesting to leave the light on and take a second glance.

While Michael Bush and Justin Fargas (or any Raiders, for that matter) haven’t dazzled, McFadden hasn’t done much of anything to suggest he should even be on your roster right now.

Fantasy Perspective: While McFadden does have a tasty match-up with Kansas City waiting for him in Week 10, history shows us we shouldn’t keep following the hype train. it only leads to deeper, darker tunnels.

With zero games with 70+ rushing yards or 100+ total yards, McFadden simply doesn’t offer enough consistency to match his increasingly unreachable potential.

If you’re desperate, McFadden will always be regarded as one of the more talented backs, so he’s not a complete lost cause. However, the Raiders offense as a whole is, so it’s hard to argue for adding him on your bench roster, let alone putting him in your starting line-up.

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