Bargain Bin: NFL Fantasy Football Sleepers (Week 7)
- By Patrick Williams
- Published 10/17/2008
In last weeks Bargain Bin, I suggested six guys who could swing a game for you. Four of those guys were homeruns with fantasy starter performances, one was a solid contribution. One was a minimal contribution, but hey, you can’t win em’ all.
This weeks Bin doesn't have the same potential as last weeks, although some picks from last week are still out there and are good plays against this week. Good luck in your leagues.
Last Weeks Results
Steve Breaston, 8 rec. 102 yards, TD
Outlook: Great
As long as Boldin is out, Breaston is a great play at WR. Even when Boldin returns he’s a nice backup option, as he did a lot of damage with both Boldin and Fitzgerald on the field.
Correll Buckhalter, 178 total yards, TD
Outlook: Poor
The Eagles have a bye this week and expect Westbrook to be back in the starting lineup when they suit up to play next week.
Kyle Orton, 286 yards, TD
Outlook: Average
Orton plays the Vikings this week and even though he’s playing well, I’m not quite ready to put him in the company of the good QBs in this league. I think he will have some more good games, but don’t be surprised if he has an average game this week.
Chad Pennington, 284 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
Outlook: Average
The Dolphins play the Ravens this week who will probably be pissed off after getting torched through the air by the Colts last week. Pennington is one of the most accurate QBs in the league, but I don’t think he’ll be sensational this week.
Jason Campbell, 208 yards, 0 TDs.
Outlook: Good
Tim Hightower, 49 total yards
Outlook: Good
Edgerrin James will give way to Hightower as the starter sometime this year. Exactly when is what you’re gambling on, but I’m guessing in the next 4-5 weeks. At the very least Hightower will slowly steal carries away and add to his impressive TD numbers. (5 TDs in 6 games)
This Week’s Red Dot Sales
Wide Receivers
Eddie Royal, Denver Broncos, 85% owned
IF you can find this guy, he is a good play against the Patriots. Odds are the Broncos will struggle running against the Patriots D and will fair better through the air with the return of Royal.
Kevin Walter, Houston Texans, 54% owned
Andre Johnson is getting all the press, but Walter leads the Texans in touchdown receptions with 3 TDs. They’re playing the Lions this week with the Texans offense still steaming from the flaming hot performance against a pretty decent Dolphins D. Walter is likely good for a TD and 70+ yards.
Running Backs
Michael Pittman, Denver Broncos, 51% owned
Shanahan recently announced Pittman as his starter even when Selvin Young returns from a groin injury. Pittman had an explosive game against a stout Jags defense. I wouldn't mortgage the farm to pick him up, as the Broncos are playing a tough Pats defense, but odds are he will start and get the lion’s share of carries if the Broncos commit to running the ball.
Warrick Dunn, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 56% owned
There is danger in this play because Gruden is extremely unpredictable; he could decide to pass 80 times with Jeff Garcia, or run the Wildcat with Earnest Graham and Joey Galloway. However, last week Dunn had a huge game against the Panthers with Graham playing fullback because of injuries. This week they play the Seahawks and their horrid run defense. Someone is going to have a big game, just don’t get mad at me if its Graham and not Dunn. Pick Dunn up only if you’re desperate for a back.
Quarterbacks
Trent Edwards, Buffalo Bills, 48% owned
Coming off a concussion and a bye week, why play Trent Edwards? Because they’re playing the Chargers who’s overaggressive secondary is bound to give up at least one big play to Bills deep threat Lee Evans. Plainly put, the Chargers D is overrated and could potentially give up a lot of points to the Bills. Worst case you’re looking at 200 yards 1 TD and 1 INT for Edwards who doesn’t turn it over that often. (2 INTs on the year)
Kyle Orton, Chicago Bears, 68% owned
Orton is still out there in a lot of leagues for people who didn’t pick him up last week. He is not the best play you could have this week against a stingy Vikings D, but he could be a solid investment for later this year.
My Record:
(numbers from left to right, represent, picks perform better than expected, picks who perform as projected, picks who perform below expectations)
Patrick Williams
J. Patrick Williams is a co-founder and editor of Blickees.com. He covers the NBA, NFL, and the PGA Tour. He currently is a partner in the general practice law firm of Batch and Williams, PC, focusing in entertainment and sports law amongst other areas.
Mr. J. Patrick Williams received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering from North Carolina State University. Mr. Williams received his Juris Doctor from the Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law at Campbell University. While attending Campbell University, Mr. Williams served as a Notes and Comments Editor for the Campbell Law Review.