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Chargers- Eagles: LT is Not Done Yet | NFL Fantasy Football Rankings

Sean Douglas — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:13:00 +0000

San Diego is starting to put things together as they have now won four games in a row. This week they beat another formidable opponent and have a chance to take the division lead next week against the Broncos.

LT’s Not Done Yet

This past week I wrote a column saying LaDainian Tomlinson was washed up and done as a fantasy football running back. I considered him to be nothing more than a flex play for the rest of the season and I felt the Chargers would let him go at year’s end.

Today Tomlinson had a much better game than we’ve seen from him this entire season as he had two touchdowns and 96 yards on the ground.

Unless this game marks a 180 degree turnaround for Tomlinson I would suspect that he may have games like this from time to time. Beyond that don’t be surprised if he has some bad games as well.

Donovan McNabb Has 450 Yards Passing

The Eagles were a pass happy team in this game as Donovan McNabb had 55 pass attempts for the game. This team may have run the ball more often, but they got down early and were forced into throwing more than usual.

For the game McNabb had 450 yards passing and had two touchdown passes.

While the Eagles have been a heavy passing team this year they will probably have to continue to pass now that Brian Westbrook suffered another concussion.

Westbrook may very well be done for the season and the team will have to lean on LeSean McCoy for rushing production going forward.

NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

Eagles: Brent Celek is Taking Flight | NFL Fantasy Football Rankings

Sean Douglas — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:06:00 +0000

This season has truly been a breakout year for Philadelphia Eagles tight end Brent Celek. With such are solid performance one has to question why Celek wasn’t a full time start before this year?

One of the reasons Celek wasn’t used more often in his first two years is because L.J. Smith was still with the team. Towards the end of last season and in the playoffs Celek proved why he was a worthy every week starter to head coach Andy Reid.

In the offseason Smith left and signed with the Ravens, leaving the door open for Celek to start full time.

Taking Flight

This summer I liked the explosion that the Eagles’ offense was putting together for the big play. Donovan McNabb has always been good at throwing the football vertically and with DeSean Jackson and Jeremy Maclin at receiver, I figured this team would excel down the field.

My main question (outside of Brian Westbrook’s health) was, “how would the Eagles find a steady target inside the red zone. ”

The natural answer to this question pointed to the Eagles new starting tight end Celek as he had the size that the Eagles’ receivers lacked for success in close quarters.

So far, Celek is providing that target for McNabb and is on his way to the pro bowl (probably not, but he deserves it) if he continues this success.

In his first eight games of the year Celek has 40 receptions for 486 yards and four touchdowns. This means he is on pace for a total of 80 receptions for 972 yards and eight touchdowns this season.

Not only is Celek having a solid year for his team, but he is making fantasy football owners smile with steady production throughout the season.

Fantasy Football Player Rankings for Brent Celek

Look for Celek to continue this strong play throughout the second half of the fantasy football season. The Eagles have a huge need for what he provides in the middle of the field and down inside the red zone.

Hopefully, the Eagles offensive line will get better over the course of the next month as this will help McNabb and Celek continue their strong production.

Celek may or may not reach 1,000 yards receiving this season, but I do believe he has a chance to score double digit touchdowns this year.

NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

Cowboys- Eagles: Miles Austin Wins Game | NFL Fantasy Football Rankings

Sean Douglas — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:45:00 +0000

This was a big game for both teams as a victory would mean the lead in the NFC East. While the game was close throughout the Cowboys had the answer in the end and one on a touchdown pass to Miles Austin.

Cowboys Role to First Place

Last year the Cowboys were crushed at the end of the season when they went to Philadelphia and played the Eagles. This time around Dallas won the game 20 to 16 and now have a four game winning streak.

This winning streak has been headlined by emerging No.1 receiver Austin Miles and his terrific play. Ever since his monster game against the Chiefs, Miles has been almost unstoppable as he has a touchdown in all four games.

Tonight the Eagles were close to shutting him down as they held Miles without a catch until late in the game. Miles one catch was for 49 yards and was the winning score.

Quarterback Tony Romo has been almost perfect in his past three games and is improving in his decision making with the football.

Big Bird Shot Down

The Eagles’ offense is completely reliant on the big play and tonight the Cowboys’ defense could shut it down. If this team is going to the playoffs this year they need to get their running game going to have something to fall back on.

Running back LeSean McCoy didn’t have a bad night, but he’s clearly not able to handle the rock 25 times a game. This team needs Brian Westbrook back, and he should be on the field next week or the week after.

I thought at one point, Westbrook would play this week, but he had headaches on Friday and the team wisely kept him out.

NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

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Sean Douglas — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:32:00 +0000

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This coming week has to be the worst schedule for fantasy defenses for the entire season. Teams like the Browns, Rams, Raiders and Bills are all on bye weeks and that means fantasy owners can’t start defenses against them.

This week we have our weekly section on wounded warriors, as well as our top rankings for top position players. We have the top 16 ranked QB, TE, K and D/ST ranked. We also have the top 30 RB’s and top 35 WR’s as well.

Every week we will start off with our wounded warrior’s section. These are the key players that are on the injury report that you need to pay attention too before games begin.

Wounded Warriors

Quarterbacks

Packers- Aaron Rodgers- After the Packers’ loss to the Vikings’, quarterback Aaron Rodgers was seen limping badly. When Rodgers was questioned about his foot, he said that in a few days he would be ok.

This is the same foot problem that has landed Rodgers on the injury report for the past few weeks. While this is a concern, Rodgers is slated to play this week and should produce well against the Buccaneers.

Panthers- Jake Delhomme- Delhomme had a good first half against the Cardinals before he had to leave early because of a chest injury. The injury required that Delhomme go to the hospital and get tested.

On Monday Delhomme didn’t seem to suffer any major ill effects and looks to be a go week nine against the Saints.

Running Backs

Eagles- Brian Westbrook- Philadelphia’s star running back is slated to practice on Wednesday after missing the Eagles’ contest against the Giants. While Brian Westbrook will practice, he will not engage in physical contact.

We will find out more by the week’s end if Westbrook will be a go for the Eagles tilt against the Cowboys.

Wide Receivers

Lions- Calvin Johnson- Megatron practice on Thursday and Friday in limited fashion last week. At one point John Clayton of ESPN thought Johnson would be a go against the Rams this past Sunday.

As it turned out the Lions kept Johnson out of the lineup, and hopefully he will have a better week of practice this coming week. If he can practice all week than I would expect him to play this coming week in Seattle.

Cardinals- Anquan Boldin- One of the biggest problems with having Anquan Boldin on your fantasy team is that he is injury prone. This season Boldin has failed to stay healthy for the entire year and his production has suffered on the field.

Boldin’s continued ankle issue has led his head coach to consider sitting him down for this coming week against the Bears. If he does, in fact, not play than Steve Breaston will get the start.

Tight Ends

Texans- Owen Daniels- The Texans suffered a major blow to their offense when they lost tight end Owen Daniels for the season this past weekend. Daniels tore his acl and is done for the season.

Look for the Texans to use receiver Kevin Walter and Jacoby Jones more often as they need them to step up their production.

Quarterbacks

Peyton Manning vs Texans
Tom Brady vs Dolphins
Drew Brees vs Panthers
Aaron Rodgers @ Buccaneers
Donovan McNabb vs Cowboys
Matt Schaub @ Colts
Ben Roethlisberger @ Broncos
Philip Rivers @ Giants
Eli Manning vs Chargers
Jay Cutler vs Cardinals
Tony Romo @ Eagles
Kurt Warner @ Bears
Matt Ryan vs Redskins
Matt Hasselbeck vs Lions
Carson Palmer vs Ravens
David Garrard vs Chiefs

Running Backs

Maurice Jones-Drew vs Chiefs
Chris Johnson @ 49ers
DeAngelo Williams @ Saints
Frank Gore vs Titans
Ray Rice @ Bengals
Michael Turner vs Redskins
Ryan Grant @ Buccaneers
Ronnie Brown @ Patriots
Cedric Benson vs Ravens
Matt Forte vs Cardinals
Marion Barber @ Eagles
Brandon Jacobs vs Chargers
Pierre Thomas vs Panthers
Kevin Smith @ Seahawks
Joseph Addai vs Texans
Rashard Mendenhall @ Broncos
Clinton Portis @ Falcons
LaDainian Tomlinson @ Giants
Jonathan Stewart @ Saints
Brian Westbrook vs Cowboys (May Not Play)
Knowshon Moreno vs Steelers
Julius Jones vs Lions
Cadillac Williams vs Packers
Jamaal Charles @ Jaguars
Ryan Moats @ Colts
Ahmad Bradshaw vs Chargers
Ricky Williams @ Patriots
Laurence Maroney vs Dolphins
Mike Bell vs Panthers
Steve Slaton @ Colts ( Can’t Trust Him)

Wide Receivers

Randy Moss vs Dolphins
Reggie Wayne vs Texans
Andre Johnson @ Colts
DeSean Jackson vs Cowboys
Larry Fitzgerald @ Bears
Marques Colston vs Panthers
Vincent Jackson @ Giants
Miles Austin @ Eagles
Chad Ochocinco vs Ravens
Roddy White vs Redskins
Greg Jennings @ Buccaneers
Calvin Johnson @ Seahawks (If He Plays)
Dwayne Bowe @ Jaguars
Santonio Holmes @ Broncos
Devin Hester vs Cardinals
Wes Welker vs Dolphins
Donald Driver @ Buccaneers
Steve Smith (NY) vs Chargers
Nate Burelson vs Lions
Steve Smith (Car) @ Saints
Mike Sims-Walker vs Chiefs
Brandon Marshall vs Steelers
T.J. Houshmandzadeh vs Lions
Mario Manningham vs Chargers
Hines Ward @ Broncos
Michael Crabtree vs Titans
Hakeem Nicks vs Chargers
Nate Washington @ 49ers
Derrick Mason @ Bengals
Steve Breaston @ Bears
Malcom Floyd @ Giants
Kevin Walter @ Colts
Johnny Knox vs Cardinals
Justin Gage @ 49ers
Antonio Bryant vs Packers

Tight Ends

Vernon Davis vs Titans
Dallas Clark vs Texans
Antonio Gates @ Giants
Brent Celek vs Cowboys
Jason Witten @ Eagles
Tony Gonzalez vs Redskins
Heath Miller @ Broncos
Greg Olsen vs Cardinals
Jeremy Shockey vs Panthers
Todd Heap @ Bengals
Fred Davis @ Falcons
John Carlson vs Lions
Tony Scheffler vs Steelers
Kellen Winslow vs Packers
Kevin Boss vs Chargers
Joel Dreessen @ Colts

Kickers

Mason Crosby @ Buccaneers
Jason Elam vs Redskins
Stephin Gostkowski vs Dolphins
Nate Kaeding @ Giants
Lawrence Tynes vs Chargers
David Akers vs Cowboys
Rob Bironas @ 49ers
Nick Folk @ Eagles
Joe Nedney vs Titans
Robbie Gould vs Cardinals
Josh Schobee vs Chiefs
Shayne Graham vs Ravens
Kris Browns @ Colts
Matt Praiter vs Steelers
Steven Hauschia @ Bengals
Niel Rackers @ Bears

Defense/ ST

Packers @ Buccaneers
Falcons vs Redskins
Steelers @ Broncos
Ravens @ Bengals
Broncos vs Steelers
Seahawks vs Lions
Saints vs Panthers
49ers vs Titans
Jaguars vs Chiefs
Eagles vs Cowboys
Bengals vs Ravens
Patriots vs Dolphins
Cardinals @ Bears
Cowboys @ Eagles
Bears vs Cardinals
Titans @ 49ers

NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

Eagles- Redskins: Fred Davis In, Chris Cooley Out | NFL Player Rankings

Sean Douglas — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:34:00 +0000

As if things were not bad enough for the Washington Redskins, they lost their top target in tight end Chris Cooley for the season. Cooley broke his foot in the Skins Monday night loss to the Eagles.

Fred Davis Steps In

Once Cooley was done for the game second year tight end (from USC) Fred Davis took over and had a good game. For the night, Davis totaled eight catches for 78 yards and a garbage time touchdown.

Fortunately, for the Redskins Davis showed them a lot of promise as they desperately need someone to fill Cooley’s shoes.

From a fantasy football perspective Davis is worth a look if you had Cooley on your team.

Someone will have to catch the football on this poor offense and Davis could be the man that produces for them.

Brian Westbrook Goes Down

Early in the game Eagles running back Brian Westbrook went down with a concussion and was done for the game. This injury actually knocked out Westbrook as he was laying on the ground for a decent amount of time.

Given that the Eagles are on a short week before the play their next game, I can’t imagine he will start. This would be totally irresponsible by the Eagles to put a guy in with this kind of concussion on less than a weeks rest.

Look for LeSean McCoy to get the start this week against the Giants. McCoy impressed his teammates and coaches this offseason but he has failed to do much this year.

If you need a starter this week as a bye week fill in you could do much worse than McCoy.

DeSean Jackson Takes Flight

The Eagles No.1 receiver DeSean Jackson only touched the ball three times on offense but he had two big time touchdowns. The first one was a 67-yard touchdown run on a reverse and the second was a bomb down field from Donovan McNabb.

Jackson is playing like a top ten fantasy receiver this year and I expect him to keep it up. His only weakness is that he’s not a good touchdown maker inside the red zone, but he’s hitting the deep ball enough to be feared by all opponents.

NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

2009 NFL Regular Season Week 5 | NFL Fantasy Football Player Rankings

Sean Douglas — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 02:42:00 +0000

Another wild week of fantasy football is done as we are approaching the middle of October. This week I was surprised to see the Broncos beat the Patriots as they are still undefeated and atop the AFC West.

While the Broncos are off to a great start, there are other teams that are still looking for a win.

Next week Kerry Collins is supposed to start for the Titans, but I wonder how long they will go with him before Vince Young gets the call. The Titans’ season is just about over, and they need to see what Young can do.

Below I have some observations from the fifth week of the regular season and how I see those points of interest playing out from a fantasy perspective.

2009 NFL Regular Season Week Five

Regular Season First Four Weeks

Fantasy Football Regular Season Week Five Notes:

Maclin and McNabb Hook Up Twice

Seeing Maclin go wild only makes Donovan McNabb’s fantasy football ranking go higher. For the game Maclin had six catches for 142 yards and the two touchdowns.

McNabb had a fabulous day as well going 16-of-24 for 264 yards passing and three touchdown passes. This was a great game to see from McNabb as he has been out with a rib injury since the first week of the season.

The Eagles are leaning on the passing game more often as Brian Westbrook is not fully healthy from his ankle injury in the spring.

McNabb, DeSean Jackson and Brent Celek should all have big years in fantasy football. Maclin is also a player that is worthy of having on your fantasy football team.

Colts Just Can’t be Stopped

This week it was Collie’s turn in the offense to have a big day as he had eight catches for 97 yards and two touchdowns. This was the kind of production that can only make fantasy football owners with Peyton Manning smile.

With Garcon and Collie getting so many catches it only makes this quarterback more valuable.

What is just as big as the new receivers producing is the fact that the Colts are using a short passing game as a running game.

At the end of the game, the Colts threw the football just to win out the game.

Manning is having a great season, and I only expect him to keep it rolling after the bye week when they face the Rams.

Broncos Win in Over Time

Kyle Orton had his best game of the season as he was 35-of-48 for 330 yards passing and two touchdowns. Both touchdowns went to top receiver Brandon Marshall.

This week Orton finally started getting the football to second year starter Eddie Royal as he had ten catches in the game.

Not only did the Broncos receivers and quarterback had solid games but rookie running back Knowshon Moreno was solid in his first start.

Moreno carried the football 21 times for 88 yards and had 4 receptions for 36 yards receiving.

The Broncos are still undefeated and entrenched as the top team in the AFC West. Not only are they winning but the offense is getting stronger every week.

All four of these players make for solid fantasy football starters going forward.

NFL Fantasy Football Information writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

Eagles- Buccaneers: Jeremy Maclin has Fantasy Relevance | NFL Player Rankings

Sean Douglas — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:44:00 +0000

Earlier in the week it was announced that Eagles’ rookie Jeremy Maclin would get his second start this week with Kevin Curtis out. In this game Maclin abused the Buccaneers sorry defense against the pass as he had a huge day.

Maclin and McNabb Hook Up Twice

Seeing Maclin go wild only makes Donovan McNabb’s fantasy football ranking go higher. For the game Maclin had six catches for 142 yards and the two touchdowns.

The Eagles are leaning on the passing game more often as Brian Westbrook is not fully healthy from his ankle injury in the spring.

McNabb, DeSean Jackson and Brent Celek should all have big years in fantasy football. Maclin is also a player that is worthy of having on your fantasy football team.

Wait Till Next Year Buccaneers

Right now the Buccaneers are a total lost cause and their season is done. They are still looking to scratching out a win on the young season, and I’m not sure when they are going to get it.

Maybe next week they can beat the Panthers at home but DeAngelo Williams and Steve Smith kill them.

All Tampa Bay players should only be used as bye week fill in’s at best for fantasy football.

NFL Fantasy Football Information writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

2009 NFL Fantasy Weekly Rankings PPR and Standard Leagues | Week Three

Sean Douglas — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 20:45:00 +0000

We are now two weeks into the season, and it is becoming more obvious to see which teams are contenders and which teams are pretenders in the NFL.

From a fantasy perspective, I expect players like Matt Forte and Steve Slaton to break out of their early season funks, this week.

Every week we will start off with our wounded warrior’s section. These are the key players that are on the injury report that you need to pay attention too before games begin.

Wounded Warrior’s

Marion Barber vs Panthers – On Tuesday there were rumors that Barber would miss this week and next week, due to a quad injury. However, on Wednesday Barber was seen working out at practice and giving people the thumbs up sign.

At this point, Barber is still questionable, but if he continues to progress this week in practice, he may play on Monday night.

Wes Welker vs Falcons- Welker missed last week’s game against the Jets due to a knee injury. This week it looks like Welker will be a go against the Falcons. This comes as a bit of a surprise as Welker did not practice on Wednesday.

Since fantasy owners cannot trust the Patriots and their secretive ways with injuries, I would monitor this situation until kickoff.

Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook vs Chiefs – Now, it is expected that Kevin Kolb will receive his second career start. McNabb is still not fully back from his rib injury and this is a game the Eagles should win without him.

Brian Westbrook will probably be a game time decision as he reaggravated the same ankle he had surgery on.

Frank Gore vs @ Vikings- Gore injured his ankle towards the end of his great game against the Seahawks. So far, this week Gore says his ankle feels fine and will be a go for this weekend.

Quarterbacks

Philip Rivers vs Dolphins
Drew Brees vs @ Bills
Peyton Manning vs @ Cardinals
Kurt Warner vs Colts
Aaron Rodgers vs @ Rams
Tom Brady vs Falcons
Matt Schaub vs Jaguars
Eli Manning vs @ Buccaneers
Tony Romo vs Panthers
Jay Cutler vs @ Seahawks
Joe Flacco vs Browns
Ben Roethlisberger vs @ Bengals
Trent Edwards vs Saints
Carson Palmer vs Steelers
Matt Ryan vs @ Patriots
Jason Campbell vs @ Lions

Running Backs:

Adrian Peterson vs 49ers
Maurice Jones-Drew vs @ Texans
Matt Forte vs @ Seahawks
Steve Slaton vs Jaguars
Brian Westbrook vs Chiefs (Check Injury Report)
Ryan Grant vs @ Rams
Clinton Portis vs @ Lions
Ronnie Brown vs @ Chargers
Steven Jackson vs Packers
DeAngelo Williams vs @ Cowboys
Brandon Jacobs vs @ Buccaneers
Darren Sproles vs Dolphins (Move up is LT is out)
Michael Turner vs @ Patriots
Fred Jackson vs Saints
Willis McGahee vs Browns
Ray Rice vs Browns
Chris Johnson vs @ Jets
Frank Gore vs @ Vikings
Felix Jones vs Panthers (Move up if Barber is out)
Tim Hightower vs Colts
Darren McFadden vs Broncos
Kevin Smith vs Redskins
Willie Parker vs @ Bengals
Lynell Hamilton vs @ Bills (Should Start)
Marion Barber vs Panthers (Move up if he plays)
Cadillac Williams vs Giants
Larry Johnson vs @ Eagles
Cedric Benson vs Steelers
Derrick Ward vs Giants
Thomas Jones vs Titans

Wide Receivers:

Andre Johnson vs Jaguars
Randy Moss vs Falcons
Greg Jennings vs @ Rams
Larry Fitzgerald vs Colts
Reggie Wayne vs @ Cardinals
Terrell Owens vs Saints
Santonio Holmes vs @ Bengals
Calvin Johnson vs Redskins
Steve Smith vs @ Cowboys
Marques Colston vs @ Bills
DeSean Jackson vs Chiefs
Dwayne Bowe vs @ Eagles
Wes Welker vs Falcons (Check Injury Report)
Vincent Jackson vs Dolphins
Roddy White vs @ Patriots
Roy Williams vs Panthers
Donald Driver vs @ Rams
Anquan Bolden vs Colts
Mario Manningham vs @ Buccaneers
Steve Smith (NY) vs @ Buccaneers
T.J. Houshmandzadeh vs Bears
Chad Ochocinco vs Steelers
Ted Ginn Jr. vs @ Chargers
Lee Evans vs Saints
Hines Ward vs @ Bengals
Santana Moss vs @ Lions
Devin Hester vs Seahawks
Torry Holts vs @ Texans
Derrick Mason vs Browns
Percy Harvin vs 49ers
Bernard Berrian vs 49ers
Eddie Royal vs @ Raiders
Mark Clayton vs Giants
Donnie Avery vs Packers
Lavernius Coles vs Steelers
Nate Burlson vs Bears
Jerricho Cotchery vs Titans
Justin Gage vs @ Jets
Louis Murphey vs Broncos
Pierre Garcon vs @ Cardinals

Tight Ends:

Dallas Clark vs @ Cardinals
Antonio Gates vs Dolphins
Tony Gonzalez vs @ Patriots
Jason Witten vs Panthers
Greg Olsen vs @ Seahawks
Chris Cooley vs @ Lions
Kellen Winslow vs Giants
Owen Daniels vs Jaguars
Brent Celek vs Chiefs
John Carlson vs Bears
Visanthe Shiancoe vs 49ers
Jeremy Shockey vs @ Bills
Dustin Keller vs Titans
Todd Heap vs Browns
Ben Watson vs Falcons
Vernon Davis vs @ Vikings

Kickers:

Nick Folk vs Panthers
Stephen Gostkowski vs Falcons
Mason Crosby vs @ Rams
Rob Bironas vs @ Jets
Nate Kaeding vs Dolphins
Lawrence Tynes vs @ Buccaneers
Sebastian Janikowski vs Broncos
Kris Brown vs Jaguars
Josh Schobee vs @ Texans
Niel Rackers vs Colts
Dave Akers vs Chiefs
Ryan Longwell vs 49ers
Jason Hanson vs Redskins
Robbie Gould vs @ Seahawks
Jason Elam vs @ Patriots
Steve Hauschka vs Browns

Defense/ Special Teams:

Vikings vs 49ers
Ravens vs Browns
Packers vs @ Rams
Redskins vs @ Lions
Bears vs @ Seahawks
Eagles vs Chiefs
Jets vs Titans
Titans vs @ Jets
Steelers vs @ Bengals
Cowboys vs Panthers
Giants vs @ Buccaneers
Broncos vs @ Raiders
Raiders vs Broncos
Chargers vs Dolphins
49ers vs @ Vikings
Dolphins vs @ Chargers

NFL Fantasy Football Information writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

Fantasy Football Survivor Pools Contest | Week Two Rankings

Sean Douglas — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 23:11:00 +0000

Last week Adrian Peterson was a total stud as he had 180 rushing and three touchdowns. If you used Peterson last week, it was a good game to use him for the season, as many running backs had down weeks.

While Peterson was strong other runner were more valuable this week like Thomas Jones or Julius Jones. If you happened to start either of these runners, you got great value for the one time you could use them all year.

This week a lot of big name running backs have great matchups but quarterbacks and receiver do not.

Below we have our survivor pool rankings split into three sections, and they are studs, mid range and poor plays.

We hope these survivor pool rankings help you choose those stud players you need this week for a successful start to the 2009 survivor fantasy season.

Survivor Quarterback Rankings

Studs

Drew Brees vs @ Eagles
Aaron Rodgers vs Bengals
Brett Favre vs @ Lions

Mid Range

Peyton Manning vs @ Dolphins
Matt Hasselback vs @ 49ers
Matt Ryan vs Panthers
Tom Brady vs @ Jets
Trent Edwards vs Buccaneers
Kurt Warner vs @ Jaguars
Tony Romo vs Giants

Poor Plays

Ben Roethlisberger vs @ Bears
Matt Schaub vs @ Titans
Carson Palmer vs @ Packers
Jay Cutler vs Steelers

Running Backs

Studs

Adrian Peterson vs @ Lions
Frank Gore vs Seahawks
Clinton Portis vs Rams
Ryan Grant vs Bengals
Larry Johnson vs Raiders
Maurice Jones-Drew vs Cardinals

Mid Range

Michael Turner vs Panthers
Brian Westbrook vs Saints
DeAngelo Williams vs @ Falcons
Brandon Jacobs vs @ Cowboys
Marion Barber vs Giants
Julius Jones vs @ 49ers

Poor Plays

Cedric Benson vs @ Packers
Matt Forte vs Steelers
Kevin Smith vs Vikings
LaDainian Tomlinson vs Ravens
Steven Jackson vs @ Redskins
Thomas Jones vs Patriots

Wide Receivers

Studs

Greg Jennings vs Bengals
Terrell Owens vs Buccaneers
Lee Evans vs Buccaneers
Braylon Edwards vs @ Broncos
Santana Moss vs Rams
Bernard Berrian vs @ Lions

Mid Range

Calvin Johnson vs Vikings
Marques Colston vs @ Eagles
Roy Williams vs Giants
Steve Smith vs @ Falcons
Chad Ochocinco vs @ Packers
Reggie Wayne vs @ Dolphins
Larry Fitzgerald vs @ Jaguars
Dwayne Bowe vs Raiders
Randy Moss vs @ Jets

Poor Plays

Andre Johnson vs @ Titans
Vincent Jackson vs Ravens

Tight Ends

Studs

John Carlson vs @ 49ers
Chris Cooley vs Rams
Visanthe Shancoe vs @ Lions
Zach Miller vs @ Chiefs

Mid Range

Jason Witten vs Giants
Dustin Keller vs Patriots
Jeremy Shockey vs @ Eagles
Kellen Winslow vs @ Bills
Dallas Clark vs @ Dolphins

Poor Plays

Owen Daniels vs @ Titans
Antonio Gates vs Ravens
Ben Watson vs @ Jets

Kickers

Studs

Nick Folk vs Giants
Ryan Longwell vs @ Lions
Joe Nedney vs Seahawks
Rob Bironas vs Texans
Stephin Gostkowski- @ Jets

Mid Range

Ryan Succop vs Raiders
Steven Hauschka vs @ Chargers
Nate Kaeding vs Ravens
Matt Prater vs Browns
Josh Scobee vs Cardinals

Poor Plays

Mason Crosby vs Bengals (Injured)

Defense/ Special Teams

Studs

Vikings vs @ Lions
Steelers vs @ Bears
Redskins vsRams

Mid Range

Giants vs @ Cowboys
Cowboys vs Giants
Steelers vs @ Bears
Bears vs Steelers
Packers vs Bengals
Ravens vs @ Chargers
Chargers vs Ravens
Titans vs Texans

Poor Plays

Dolphins vs Colts
49ers vs Seahawks
Jets vs Patriots

Fantasy Football Information writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com

2009 NFL Fantasy Weekly Rankings PPR and Standard Leagues | Week Two

Sean Douglas — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:46:00 +0000

Week one of the fantasy football schedule is already behind us. Hopefully, your fantasy team got off to a good start to begin the year.

Every week we will start off with our wounded warrior’s section. These are the key players that are on the injury report that you need to pay attention too before games begin.

Wounded Warrior’s

Donovan McNabb vs Saints – McNabb has missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday, so far this week. At this point in time, it looks like he will be a scratch. Even if he can play, the Eagles will probably run the ball and throw short passes.

Matt Cassel vs Raiders- Right now I hope you have a better option than Cassel on your team to start. However, he should make players like Dwayne Bowe more valuable, when he’s on the field.

At this point in time, it looks like Cassel may in fact play, so hopefully we can expect better production from Bowe and Larry Johnson.

Kyle Orton vs Browns- Orton is still wearing padded protection in his injured finger. Eddie Royal and Brandon Marshall may suffer a bit, while Orton is recovering. At the same time, all three players should have opportunities for success this week.

LaDainian Tomlinson vs Ravens- Tomlinson has missed practice both days this week. Right now he is wearing a protective boot on his injured ankle. Even if LT does play this week he is a poor bet for production against Baltimore.

If you have other options to start, I would bench Tomlinson this week.

Pierre Thomas vs @ Eagles- Thomas has been practicing with a heavy knee brace and his status for this week is up in the air.

Thomas did say on his twitter that he is ready to go for this week. This is a good sign, but even if he does it will probably be in a limited role.

Antonio Bryant vs @ Bills- Bryant makes for a bad play this week as he is still recovering from knee surgery. Last week he pulled himself out of the game. Look for other options this week.

Anquan Boldin vs @ Jaguars- Boldin said his hamstring is much better than last week, but it is still not 100%. Unless you have a deep receiving core, I would suggest you keep Boldin in the lineup.

T.J. Houshmandzadeh vs @ 49ers- Housh is listed as probable this week with back and rib issues. He should be fine for the game as the Seahawks and 49ers fight for first place in the division.

Brandon Marshall vs Browns- Marshall is not listed on the injury report. This is a good sign, but he will still need some time to get into playing shape. If you have good depth you might consider benching him until he proves he’s back.

Jeremy Shockey vs @ Eagles- Shockey was limited on Thursday’s practice with an ankle issue. However, he is not expected to miss the game and should be a decent start this week.

Quarterback

1. Aaron Rodgers- Bengals
2. Drew Brees- @ Eagles
3. Peyton Manning- @ Dolphins
4. Tom Brady- @ Jets
5. Matt Hasselbeck- @ 49ers
6. Kurt Warner- @ Jaguars
7. Tony Romo- Giants
8. Ben Roethlisberger- @ Bears
9. Philip Rivers- Ravens
10. Carson Palmer @ Packers
11. Matt Ryan- Panthers
12. Joe Flacco- @ Chargers
13. Trent Edwards- Buccaneers
14. Brett Favre- @ Lions
15. Brady Quinn- @ Broncos
16. Donovan McNabb- Saints (Not Likely to Play)

Running Backs

1. Adrian Peterson- @ Lions
2. Maurice Jones-Drew- Cardinals
3. Chris Johnson- Texans
4. Frank Gore- Seahawks
5. Ryan Grant- Bengals
6. DeAngelo Williams- @ Falcons
7. Michael Turner- Panthers
8. Clinton Portis- Rams
9. Brian Westbrook- Saints
10. Larry Johnson- Raiders
11. Ronnie Brown- Colts
12. Marion Barber- Giants
13. Ray Rice- @ Chargers
14. Brandon Jacobs- @ Cowboys
15. Darren McFadden- @ Chiefs
16. Matt Forte- Steelers
17. Fred Jackson- Buccaneers
18. Steve Slaton- @ Titans
19. Steven Jackson- @ Redskins
20. Cedric Benson- @ Packers
21. Kevin Smith- Vikings
22. Leon Washington- Patriots
23. Julius Jones- @ 49ers
24. Thomas Jones- Patriots
25. Mike Bell- @ Eagles
26. Tim Hightower- @ Jaguars
27. Michael Bush- @ Chiefs
28. LaDainian Tomlinson- Ravens (Check Injury Report)
29. Darren Sproles- Ravens
30. Carnell “Cadillac” Williams- @ Bills

Wide Receivers

1.Greg Jennings- Bengals
2. Randy Moss- @ Jets
3. Reggie Wayne- @ Dolphins
4. Larry Fitzgerald- @ Jaguars
5. Calvin Johnson- Vikings
6. Terrell Owens- Buccaneers
7. Marques Colston- @ Eagles
8. Dwayne Bowe- Raiders
9. Steve Smith- @ Falcons
10. Andre Johnson- @ Titans
11. Roy Williams- Giants
12. Chad Ochocinco- @ Packers
13. Anquan Boldin- @ Jaguars (Check Injury Report)
14. Braylon Edwards- @ Broncos
15. Justin Gage- Texans
16. Santonio Holmes- @ Bears
17. Eddie Royal- Browns
18. Wes Welker- @ Jets (Check Injury Report)
19. Hines Ward- @ Bears
20. Lee Evans- Buccaneers
21. DeSean Jackson- Saints (Check Injury Report)
22. T.J. Houshmandzadeh- @ 49ers
23. Vincent Jackson- Ravens
24. Derrick Mason- @ Chargers
25. Brandon Marshall- Browns
26. Donald Driver- Bengals
27. Devin Hester- Steelers
28. Bernard Berrian- @ Lions
29. Josh Morgan- Seahawks
30. Torry Holt- Cardinals
31. Nate Burlson- @ 49ers
32. Santana Moss- Rams
33. Davone Bess- Colts
34. Lance Moore- @ Eagles
35. Jericho Cotchery- Patriots
36. Earl Bennett- Steelers
37. Mark Clayton- @ Chargers
38. Patrick Crayton- Giants
39. Louis Murphey- @ Chiefs
40. Ted Ginn Jr.- Colts

Tight Ends

1. Tony Gonzalez – Panthers
2. John Carlson- @ 49ers
3. Jason Witten- Giants
4. Dallas Clark- @ Dolphins
5. Antonio Gates- Ravens
6. Jeremy Shockey- @ Eagles (Check Injury Report)
7. Chris Cooley- Rams
8. Dustin Keller- Patriots
9. Greg Olsen- Steelers
10.Vernon Davis- Seahawks
11. Ben Watson- @ Jets (Check Injury Report)
12. Visanthe Shiancoe- @ Lions
13. Brent Celek- Saints
14. Zach Miller- @ Chiefs
15. Kellen Winslow- @ Bills
16. Owen Daniels- @ Titans

Kickers

1. Rob Bironas- Texans
2. Nick Folk- Giants
3. Stephin Gostkowski- @ Jets
4. Ryan Longwell- @ Lions
5. Nate Kaeding- Ravens
6. Niel Rackers- @ Jaguars
7. Lawrence Tynes- @ Cowboys
8. Josh Scobee- Cardinals
9. Kris Brown- @ Titans
10. Robbie Gould- Steelers
11. Matt Prater- Browns
12. Joe Nedney- Seahawks
13. Steven Hauschka- @ Chargers
14. Mason Crosby- Bengals (Check Injury Report)
15. Ryan Succop- Raiders
16. David Akers- Saints

Defense/ Special Teams

1. Vikings- @ Lions
2. Steelers- @ Bears
3. Redskins- Rams
4. Falcons- Panthers
5. Giants- @ Cowboys
6. Titans- Texans
7. Cowboys- Giants
8. Packers- Bengals
9. Ravens- @ Chargers
10. Patriots- @ Jets
11. 49ers- Seahawks
12. Colts- @ Dolphins
13. Cardinals- @Jaguars
14. Bills- Buccaneers
15. Chargers- Ravens
16. Raiders- @ Chiefs

Fantasy Football Information writer Sean E. Douglas: fantasy-info.com