December 2009
15 posts
Big Ben sets franchise passing record →
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger had a career — and franchise — day by throwing for 503 passing yards and three touchdowns including the game-winner against the Green Bay…
Harrison, Cribbs score 5 TDs →
On paper, it appeared to be the least appealing game of the weekend as the teams had combined for a 5-21 record entering the game. In our weekly podcast (Fantasy Football Weekly) this…
Turner, Ryan to play vs Jets →
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and running back Michael Turner will play against the New York Jets today. Turner, who has battled a high-ankle sprain, has played in only one (partial)…
Charlie Frye - not JaMarcus Russell - to start... →
With Raiders quarterback Bruce Gradkowski out for the game against Denver, it won’t be JaMarcus Russell getting another opportunity to start. “I think that’s the whole point here, his struggles…
DeMarcus Ware status unclear for Saturday →
Cowboys All-World linebacker DeMarcus Ware, who left Sunday’s game on a stretcher, may play Saturday against the Saints according to coach Wade Phillips, per CBSSports.com. “He’s actually a lot…
Colts beat Brandon Marshall 28-16 for record 22nd... →
The Indianapolis Colts have now won 22 consecutive games, which is an NFL record, including their 13th straight to start 2009 by beating the Broncos Brandon Marshall 28-16. Marshall finished the…
The Weekly Blitz - Week 14 →
Each week I pick three NFL games against the spread (ATS). Here are my week 14 picks: Chargers +3.5 (over Cowboys): With the obvious exception of the two unbeaten teams (Indianapolis and New…
Fantasy Football: Week 14 RB Start'em →
It’s week 14 and it’s time for fantasy football playoffs. Here are four running backs that I’d be comfortable starting this week: Jamaal Charles, Chiefs (vs Bills): Charles has received 14-18…
Fantasy Football: Week 14 RB Sit'em →
With playoffs beginning this week, here are three running backs that I would consider benching for week 14: LaDainian Tomlinson, Chargers (vs Cowboys): Tomlinson has seen a resurgence recently…
Fantasy Football: Week 14 WR Start'em →
Here are four wide receivers that could have a big week in week 14: Derrick Mason, Ravens (vs Lions): In need of a bounce-back game, Ravens QB Joe Flacco will get just what the doctor ordered:…
Fantasy Football: Week 14 WR Sit'em →
With your playoff survival on the line, here are three receivers that I would bench for week 14: Antonio Bryant, Buccaneers (vs Jets): Antonio Bryant has been playing well as he has hauled in…
Ganther -- not Cartwright -- to start against... →
Instead of Rock Cartwright, Redskins running back Quinton Ganther will get the start when the Redskins play the Raiders on Sunday, according to the Washington Post. In the past two games,…
Clinton Portis placed on IR →
Redskins running back Clinton Portis is done for the year. According to the Washington Post, the Redskins placed Portis on injured reserve (IR), which ends his season, and it’s possible that he…
The Sunday Blitz →
Today started — and ended — with two unbeaten teams although their paths to get there were different. The Colts, who have tied the NFL record with their 21st consecutive regular-season…
Hines Ward could miss Thursday Night game →
The Pittsburgh Steelers may be without receiver Hines Ward against the Cleveland Browns on Thursday, according to ESPN’s James Walker. “We’ll see where it goes, but it’s not favorable for him,”…