Bruno Boys Fantasy Football

How many times after a failed fantasy football season do you look back and wonder, what happened to my team? I drafted well, heck I even made a couple good pickups. The problem you likely had lies within this column, as the Bruno Boys bring you the Top 10 injuries of 2009. You may have only had one of these guys listed below, maybe two or three, but if you didn’t have the depth or good replacements on the waiver wire, your team likely limped through the fantasy football season. On top of the injuries, we will fill you in on the guys who replaced them and if those injured stars can come back in a big way in 2010.

1. Clinton Portis, RB, Washington Redskins: Portis missed the final eight games of the season after he suffered concussion on November 8th against the Atlanta Falcons. The problem with the injury was that many believed Portis would be coming back, as the Redskins waited an entire month before putting him on injured reserve. His season was not productive, with only a single 100-yard rushing game and one touchdown. His injury helped fantasy football owners pick up Ladell Betts, who played well before his season ending injury. That then opened the door for Quinton Ganther, a player on many championship rosters that excelled in the final weeks of the season. It’s hard to say what Portis’ role will be under new head coach Mike Shanahan (who traded Portis when he was in Denver) but one things for sure…you will want to keep a close eye on what Washington does at the running back position for 2010.

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In attempt to prepare you in every way, shape and form for your Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge we bring to you our Fantasy Football Game Day Weather Report - Championship Round. This weekly report will give you a glimpse at what the Weather is expected to look like at each location across the NFL and it will also give specific advice on players who’s value might rise or fall due to bad Weather. With both the AFC and NFC Championship games being indoors you will not have to worry about inclement weather affecting your fantasy football players. Happy Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge to all!

New York Jets @ Indianapolis Colts

Location: Indianapolis, IN
Time: January 24, 2010 @ 3:00 PM ET
Temp:  47 degrees - 0 % Chance of Rain
Venue: Indoors -  No Wind

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With many of you out there in Bruno Boys Nationplaying our Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge, we want to make sure you enter the Championship Round knowing what players we feel you should play with caution. Obviously it’s your team and your gut, so you are the final decision makers, but if these guys fail to get the job done for your fantasy squad don’t say the Bruno Boys didn’t tell you so.  With that being said the Bruno Boys present the Fantasy Football Championship Round Sit Ems.

QUARTERBACKS – SIT ‘EM

Mark Sanchez (New York Jets) @ Indianapolis

Yes, it doesn’t really seem feasible for him to be your starting quarterback this weekend anyways as the other three options really are too good to bench. I mean, would you ever choose Sanchez over the likes of Peyton Manning, Drew Brees, or Brett Favre in a must win game? Any of those three should post between 15-20 fantasy points, with Sanchez in the wings with 8-11 maximum.

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The good news coming from the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs is that the teams advancing to next week’s action saw the vast majority of their players stay healthy. Not only is that a good thing for me as it means fewer items to report on, but it also is a good thing for all of you, considering you only have four teams to pick players from for your Fantasy Playoff Gridiron Challenge. Although everyone who can make an impact and score some fantasy points should be on the field next weekend, there were a couple players who got dinged up that may be held out of practice this week, and as a result, see a slight dip in value.

Pierre Thomas, RB, New Orleans Saints: Thomas tweaked his ankle in New Orleans’ win over the Arizona Cardinals this past weekend, but he believes the injury should have no impact on his status for the conference championship game against the Minnesota Vikings. The Saints seem to be running with a committee type approach, with Thomas, Reggie Bush, and Lynell Hamilton seeing an even amount of carries on Saturday. Thomas’ performance was rather lackluster, gaining 52 yards on 13 carries and 18 yards on 4 receptions without a touchdown. This injury shouldn’t limit Thomas, but his amount of touches might. Check out our running back rankings to see if Thomas can be an option for your lineup.

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In attempt to prepare you in every way, shape and form for your Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge we bring to you our Fantasy Football Game Day Weather Report - Divisional Round. This weekly report will give you a glimpse at what the Weather is expected to look like at each location across the NFL and it will also give specific advice on players who’s value might rise or fall due to bad Weather. Remember Weather reports are changing by the minute so you want to make sure you continue to check for updates until opening kick off of each Divisional game. Happy Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge to all!

Arizona Cardinals @ New Orleans Saints

Location: New Orleans, LA
Time: January 16, 2010 @ 4:30 PM ET
Temp:  58 degrees - 0 % Chance of Rain
Venue: Indoors -  No Wind

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With many of you out there in Bruno Boys Nationplaying our Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge, we want to make sure you enter the Divisional Round knowing what players we feel you should play with caution. Obviously it’s your team and your gut, so you are the final decision makers, but if these guys fail to get the job done for your fantasy squad don’t say the Bruno Boys didn’t tell you so.  With that being said the Bruno Boys present the Fantasy Football Divisional Round Sit Ems.

QUARTERBACKS – SIT ‘EM

Tony Romo (Dallas Cowboys) @ Minnesota

If there is one quarterback that could struggle this weekend, it’s Tony Romo (Not counting young QBs Mark Sanchez and Joe Flacco as you shouldn’t even be considering them). The Minnesota Vikings’ pass defense wasn’t exactly dominant (#21 in the NFL), but their pass rush is second to none. If they are able to disrupt Romo early, he could be forced into making mistakes. Romo could still be good for 17 fantasy points, but QBs Drew Brees, Kurt Warner, and Peyton Manning should all trump Romo’s production quite easily.

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The final countdown! In a pinch for a skill player that will produce at a high level during your fantasy football playoff challenge, but not sure what route to go? Well, no need to fret the small stuff because the Bruno Boys will help make your lineup decision easier. From Quarterbacks to Defenses, we have you covered on who you should feel comfortable about plugging into your Divisional Round lineup. Now, it’s time to cut to the chase and read our Fantasy Football Divisional Start Ems advice.

QUARTERBACKS – START ‘EM

Drew Brees (New Orleans Saints) vs. Arizona

With the game that Aaron Rodgers posted on the Arizona Cardinals during Wild Card weekend, is there really a better quarterback option than Brees? Your QB choices may be depending on your format, and Brees is no guarantee to win this game against playoff winner Kurt Warner, but if you are playing in a weekly format, Brees should be used. He plays at home against a Cardinals defense that is fresh off of allowing Rodgers to post 39 fantasy football points. This game should be a track meet that features many big plays, and Brees, as well as Kurt Warner, should be a valuable options when choosing your quarterbacks this weekend.

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Hopefully you have participated in the Bruno Boys Postseason Gridiron Challenge, as the competition is intense with a lot of games still to be played. Week 2 should be a lot more fun, with even more skilled offensive players taking the field. The one thing you will see in the playoffs though is someone stepping up out of no where (i.e. Early Doucet). Try your best to manage your salary cap and take some risks that could turn into big rewards. Another key to victory, not rolling with injured players. This is the playoffs and if a guy can’t help his team, he won’t see the field. Let’s look at a couple banged up players going into the Divisional Round. 

Marion Barber, RB, Dallas Cowboys: What a terrible game he had against the Philadelphia Eagles. If you played Barber this past weekend, your team is likely in some trouble. He only tallied 3 carries for 4 yards and the reason for those low totals is due to a swollen bursa sac in his left knee. The injury causes Barber to not have much range of motion and he is in pain when he makes a move and accelerates. With the Cowboys relying on Felix Jones a lot more last week and Barber nursing an injury it makes him a risky start moving forward. Keep Barber off your team for this week, as he may not do much good even if he does suit up.

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In attempt to prepare you in every way, shape and form for your Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge we bring to you our Fantasy Football Game Day Weather Report - Wild Card Round. This weekly report will give you a glimpse at what the Weather is expected to look like at each location across the NFL and it will also give specific advice on players who’s value might rise or fall due to bad Weather. Remember Weather reports are changing by the minute so you want to make sure you continue to check for updates until opening kick off of each Wild Card game. Happy Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge to all!

New York Jets @ Cincinnati Bengals

Location: Cincinnati, OH
Time: January 09, 2010 @ 4:30 PM ET
Temp:  19 degrees - 44 % Chance of Snow
Venue: Outdoors -  6 mph NNW

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If you didn’t have success in your fantasy football season you just need to relax. Websites everywhere are trying to keep fantasy football alive with postseason play. In fact, the Bruno Boys would like to invite you and your friends to join our league on Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge, where you can try knocking off the experts. It’s free and easy to play, so why not keep the magic alive for a few more weeks?

With many of you out there in Bruno Boys Nation already signed up for our Fantasy Football Playoff Challenge, we want to make sure you enter the Wild Card round knowing what players we feel you should play with caution. Obviously it’s your team and your gut, so you are the final decision makers, but if these guys fail to get the job done for your fantasy squad don’t say the Bruno Boys didn’t tell you so.  With that being said the Bruno Boys present the Fantasy Football Wild Card Sit Ems.

QUARTERBACKS – SIT ‘EM

Carson Palmer (Cincinnati Bengals) vs. New York Jets

We’d breakdown as to why New York Jets quarterback Mark Sanchez is a Sit Em this week but that’s too easy. Instead, let’s talk Carson Palmer. How good were the New York Jets against the quarterback position in 2009? They were the best in the NFL. New York allowed nine touchdowns (1 rushing), under 2,700 yards passing (yes, the next best was over 400 yards worse), and a league low six fantasy points allowed per game. Palmer hasn’t been the Palmer of old in 2009, but he hasn’t been horrendous either. However, it’s probably best to look elsewhere, during Wild Card weekend.

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