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2011 Articles
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Sunday Reflections - Week 14 |
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One of the most frustrating aspects of fantasy football is not making the playoffs and then watching the players you drafted finally perform as you had hoped. Whether it was injuries or just not performing as hoped, some players I drafted just didn't live up to my expectations. Read On... |
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Keep The Handcuffs On |
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As the season winds down there have been a rash of injuries to elite fantasy players. Last week we saw Forte go down with a sprained MCL and a couple weeks before that it was Peterson with a high ankle sprain Click here. |
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Pick Ups - Week 14 |
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Well, it's a light week for pickups, but Bermingham did what he always seems to do. Dig deep! Take advantage and pick up a player or two even if you have poor waiver position because chances are it'll be a surprise. Click here. |
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Fantasy Relevancy 150-Index |
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The next three weeks are the most important of the 2011 fantasy football season... period. Now more than ever you need to use all available tools to help you set the best possible lineups and the Fantasy Relevancy Index-150 is one tool you definitely need to use. Read on... |
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Managing Injuries by Timbo Slice |
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Andre Johnson has now missed 6 games. If you’re like me and you drafted him in the first round in your league, you are very displeased, to put it nicely. But what about Jamaal Charles? Read on... |
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Pick Ups - Week 11 |
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This week there's a sudden spike in "pick up worthy" talent. Berhimham has the scoop on who you should be picking up to solidify your squad as you make a push for the fantasy playoffs. Click here. |
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Trade Analytics by Timbo Slice |
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We get two main types of questions here at Fantasy Roids: who to start/sit each week and whether or not to make specific trades. The latter has sparked some interesting debates amongst my colleagues here. Learn how to analyze trades and come out on top. |
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Fantasy Relevancy Scores Updated for Week 10 |
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As I was taking a deep look at one of my teams this week, basically just staring at the names of my players, I soon started to wonder about the value of the guys on my team. Read how FRS can help you make better decisions... |
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Wire Beater: Peyton Manning |
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The Colts QB has long been rumored to be out for the entire season but for the savvy fantasy manager, there are some compelling reasons and specific situations in which Manning becomes worth a gamble. |
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Fantasy Relevancy 100-Index |
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Has Cedric Benson really been a significantly better weekly start than Chris Johnson? Is Mike Vick still a top 5 QB? Has Reggie Wayne unbelievably fallen out of the Top 100 players? Find out all that and more in our first Fantasy Relevancy Index of 2011. |
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Are Your Players Relevant? |
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Sure, some guys that you've had on your eye on for pick ups or trades might be scoring points, but are they Fantasy Relevant? Fantasy Roids' groundbreaking system that debuted a couple of years ago is back with a whole new scoring system. Read On... |
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Gripe of The Week: Percy Harvin |
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My gripe of the week is basically a little place where I can vent my frustrations and anger on those who have failed me this fantasy season. This week’s little gripe is no place for small children, and most certainly will not be a happy dream filled with rainbows, lollipops, and unicorns. It will be a place of deep seated pain where I describe my hatred for Percy Harvin. Read on... |
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Gripe of The Week: Mario Manningham |
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Super Mario? More like Super Suckio! Why did I believe the hype? Why is Victor Cruz (doesn't that sound like a porn name, not that I would know anything about that though) getting all your targets? And why can't you catch touchdowns instead of falling down and concussing yourself. WHY?!? |
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A Tale of Two Tight Ends |
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We got a great question from a fan about the Tight End situation in New England and we decided to share our response with the rest of you. Gronkowski or Hernandez? Read More... |
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Things to Know Before Draft Day 2011 |
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Whether you have drafted your fantasy team already or not things are constantly changing in the NFL, and staying on top of new information helps you stay on top of your fantasy league. Read More... |
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CJ53.5M |
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It’s doesn’t sound nearly as catchy as CJ2K but I don’t think Chris Johnson cares at all. CJ just locked up $31 million guaranteed over the next 3 years, including $13 million this year which is a pretty nice raise considering he was owed less than $1 million. Read More... |
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From The Outhouse to The Penthouse |
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Until a few weeks ago, Ochocinco was stuck on a terrible Bengals team with a former Pro Bowl QB threatening to retire and was widely regarded in the fantasy world as undraftable. But then the mad genius himself, Bill Belichik, devious in his ways, saved Chad Ochocinco from the depths of fantasy ruins. Read More |
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To Handcuff or Not To Handcuff? |
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Whether you're a beginner who's new to "handcuffing" or a vet who’s having doubts about when drafting a handcuff makes sense, this article by Claussen will shed some light on the handcuffs of 2011 that you should be aware of. Read More |
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Undervalued 2011 |
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What’s the opposite of a post-hype-sleeper? Value picks. Rather than draft someone who has failed to live up to their potential, why not draft a player that has actually produced? Read More |
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2011 Post-Hype Sleepers |
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It sounds like the coolest fantasy football term ever. It's got Hype. It's got Sleepers. Heck, it even has Post, which sounds like something a mailbox goes on top of. And when you add them all up you get the list of 2011 Post-Hype Sleepers and I'm going to tell you why you don't want to invest too highly in them. Read More |
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"Rowdy" Roddy White vs. Calvin "Megatron" Johnson |
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After a down 2010 campaign from Andre Johnson and Randy Moss' sudden departure from the fantasy elite, the top spot amongst the Wide Receiver ranks is unoccupied. So the question for 2011 is: who will be #1 Read More |
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The Quarterback Six Pack |
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It started several years ago, when Manning first broke into the top ten of fantasy football drafts. Then Brady had one of the most unbelievable regular seasons of all time. Now I hear whispers of taking Vick with the first pick. Just how important is an elite QB to your fantasy team? Read More |
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The Curious Case of Jamaal Charles |
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What made Jamaal Charles so good in 2010? Was it his blazing speed, his amazing big play ability or was it his tremendous offensive line? Last year did Thomas Jones hold back the league's 2nd leading rusher or did he actually help him out? Read More |
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Dynasty Kepper: Mike Vick vs. Tim Tebow |
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We received a great question from a Fantasy Roids fan and decided to share it with everyone else. Who do you like in a dynasty league: Mike Vick or Tim Tebow? Ask the Experts! |
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Foster vs. The People |
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I could see Arian running in some pumped up kicks. Man that's a catchy song... Oh right, back to fantasy football. While some might argue the #1 pick is a gift and you can’t go wrong, the last thing you want to do is end up regretting the decision they made. Read More |
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2010 Scout Team Recap |
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While no one could have forecasted certain breakouts, being the first one in your league to pick up these players can easily win you a championship. That’s where the Scout Team comes in. Read More |
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Fantasy Relevancy: Quick Hits |
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The Quick Hits of Fantasy Relevancy 2010 are going to hit you with analysis of the Top 10 Overall Picks from the 2010 season. This is just to wet your appetites for the full length Breakdown of Fantasy Relevancy 2010 which will be posted shortly. Read More |
2010 Articles
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Can't Stand The Heat |
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Hoops heads and fantasy GMs alike seem to disagree about the pros and cons of the “Super Friends” coming together in Miami. The myFantasyRoids staff is no different. Claussen and Bermingham can't seem to agree on a single thing. Who’s right? You decide. |
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Down but Not Out |
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Much to the surprise of everyone in the NFL world, Randy Moss was abruptly cut by Brad Childress and the Minnesota Vikings today. In the final year of his contract, the 33 year old was due $6.4 million... Read More |
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2010 Surprise Breakouts |
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It happens every fantasy football season. Despite all the strategizing, extrapolating, and prognosticating you do, some players just come out of nowhere to put up exceptional point totals. Read More... |
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Vincent Jackson is Crazy 83 |
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Vincent, Vincent, Vincent. What makes you so crazy? Crazy good on the field and just plain crazy off it. Bermingham breaks down Vincent Jackson's offseason holdout situation and tells you fantasy GMs what his value really is. Read More... |
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Will The Real Steve Smith Please Stand Up!?! |
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“Which Steve Smith do you have?” “CAR?” “NYG?” “#89?” “#12?” |
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6 Popular Players Who Are Hyped and Overrated |
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You see it every draft, popular players that get drafted 10+ spots ahead of where they deserve to be just on their name alone. Last year's studs could be this year's duds. Find out who you need to stop drinking the Kool-Aid on. Read More... |
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The Insider's Guide to Auction Success |
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Patty the Greek breaks down dollar values graphically to give you a new perspective on auction drafts. It's not about how much you spend, but where you spend it. Read More... |
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Sleepers 2010 |
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You want sleepers? We've got sleepers. In fact, we've got 5 RBs, 5 WRs, 3 QBs, 2 TEs and a partridge in a pear tree. Christmas just came early this year. Learn why the last thing you want to do is sleep on these players. Read More... |
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Auction Draft Strategy 2010 |
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Chris Johnson going once…twice…sold! And with that, your fantasy auction draft has begun. Auction drafts are always filled with the most excitement because unlike snake drafts, every single player is available to every single fantasy GM. Read More... |
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Auction Draft Insights you Need to Know |
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Now that you're feeling comfortable with auction drafts, check out this helpful insights from Brian Bermingham. Learn how to adjust dollar values depending on how many teams are in your league and much, much more. Read More... |
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Rookie Madness - The Running Backs |
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Ah the NFL Draft, that time of year where terms like “it factor,” “homerun hitter,” and “torso flexibility” get thrown around. The avalanche of analysis and conflicting opinions from the so called experts can confuse even the most diehard football fans. Read More.. |
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The Dallas Wide Receiver Shuffle |
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Wide Receiver turmoil in Dallas? Sounds like every season since Dallas acquired Terrell Owens. Well, this year the names are different, but the problems are the same; everyone wants the ball. Read More... |
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Ryan Mathews - The Rookie Campaign |
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Fresno State RB Ryan Mathews is 2010’s most sought after fantasy rookie. But is he worth a 3rd round pick? Claussen gives you the rundown on his rookie campaign. Read More... |
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Running Backwards |
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This offseason it appears that real general managers have some kind of vendetta against fantasy football general managers. I’m looking at you Kansas City, New York, and Seattle! Read More... |
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PPR Draft Strategy Guide |
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Point. Per. Reception. It’s crazy how one small change can make such a big difference in a fantasy league. Let’s break down how PPR leagues are affected by the scoring change. How positional value changes and how draft strategy changes. Read More... |
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Beginners - Learn to Value Draft |
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Whether you're new to fantasy football or have played for a few seasons and no longer want to settle for mediocrity, this article will help you become a championship contender. Read More... |
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Strategies for Drafting Sleepers |
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Do your sleepers always seem to turn into nightmares? Before you start researching unfamiliar names, Daniel Claussen has some simple rules to help you make the most out of your picks. Read More... |
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Draft Strategy: Time to Roll the Dice |
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Having trouble making the most of your draft picks? Always seem to get screwed-over by injuries? Take a look at this week's featured article by Patty the Greek as he breaks down the most common gambles associated with drafting RBs. Read More... |