2020 NFL Fantasy Advice Thread (Trades, Start 'em/Sit 'em)

[SleeperAgent]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

You say that like Romo, Witten and Austin aren't fantasy studs.

Well they are now. Romo was last year at this stage, then he went out for season. If you like the guy and his skill set that's alright. I just don't see drafting more than 2 guys on one team. Romo goes out and the whole team suffers. Same for every team in all fairness.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by SleeperAgent

Well they are now. Romo was last year at this stage, then he went out for season. If you like the guy and his skill set that's alright. I just don't see drafting more than 2 guys on one team. Romo goes out and the whole team suffers. Same for every team in all fairness.

I'm wondering why my opponent this week hasn't benched Felix Jones yet or cut Domenik Hixon.

[l.turner3]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

I'm wondering why my opponent this week hasn't benched Felix Jones yet or cut Domenik Hixon.

LMAO im working on it, I'm working on it

[Navster]

Who should i start at RB2? Ahmad Bradshaw vs a pretty bad Philly run defense, OR Javid Best vs a pretty bad Vikings team

Also in another league, for my WR/RB flex spot, should i start Jordy Nelson or Hightower....

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by NavsterKing

Who should i start at RB2? Ahmad Bradshaw vs a pretty bad Philly run defense, OR Javid Best vs a pretty bad Vikings team

Also in another league, for my WR/RB flex spot, should i start Jordy Nelson or Hightower....

I say Bradshaw and Nelson. Hightower is in a time share, Giants will run a lot with Bradshaw to help their defense and milk the clock.

[Konfusion1230]

Originally Posted by NavsterKing

Who should i start at RB2? Ahmad Bradshaw vs a pretty bad Philly run defense, OR Javid Best vs a pretty bad Vikings team

Also in another league, for my WR/RB flex spot, should i start Jordy Nelson or Hightower....

Jahvid Best is a must start until he proves otherwise. He is a top 10 back through 2 games and not only gets his touches in the running game, but the receiving game also. He has 10 catches, which is more than Ray Rice at this point. It looks like he is good for solid points every week, even when the Lions aren't running the ball well. Ahmad Bradshaw probably isn't worth starting until he proves he can do more with his carries or Brandon Jacobs gets hurt. They have a pretty even distribution of carries unless the Giants are playing from behind. In that case, Bradshaw is in the game as a better receiver, but counting on him getting you points when they're playing from behind is probably not a good idea.

The only reason I would hesitate on Hightower is because the Cowboys run defense has looked good so far this season. Otherwise, Hightower has looked good this season averaging about 25 touches a game. I like Jordy Nelson, but if it wasn't for a long TD catch late in his last game, he would have had 1 target and 0 catches in that game. I'll give the edge to Hightower because a starting RB is a better bet than a #2 or #3 receiver in most cases, including this one if you ask me.

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

I say Bradshaw and Nelson. Hightower is in a time share, Giants will run a lot with Bradshaw to help their defense and milk the clock.

Hightower has about 50 touches through the first 2 weeks. He had 20 carries last week. Even if he is in a "time share", he has more carries through 2 weeks than anyone not named Ben Tate. Hightower is still the starter and should continue to get close to the same number of touches every week. Giving some carries to Helu is probably a good thing. With Helu coming in to give him a breather every now and then, Hightower should stay fresh longer. The Skins have been working him pretty hard these first 2 weeks.

You're down on Hightower because you think he is in a time share, but you're fine with Bradshaw, who is clearly in a time share? The Eagles have one of the best offenses in the league and the Giants are hurting defensively. I don't see where they are going to run a lot when they will likely be playing from behind.

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by Konfusion1230

Jahvid Best is a must start until he proves otherwise. He is a top 10 back through 2 games and not only gets his touches in the running game, but the receiving game also. He has 10 catches, which is more than Ray Rice at this point. It looks like he is good for solid points every week, even when the Lions aren't running the ball well. Ahmad Bradshaw probably isn't worth starting until he proves he can do more with his carries or Brandon Jacobs gets hurt. They have a pretty even distribution of carries unless the Giants are playing from behind. In that case, Bradshaw is in the game as a better receiver, but counting on him getting you points when they're playing from behind is probably not a good idea.

The only reason I would hesitate on Hightower is because the Cowboys run defense has looked good so far this season. Otherwise, Hightower has looked good this season averaging about 25 touches a game. I like Jordy Nelson, but if it wasn't for a long TD catch late in his last game, he would have had 1 target and 0 catches in that game. I'll give the edge to Hightower because a starting RB is a better bet than a #2 or #3 receiver in most cases, including this one if you ask me.



Hightower has about 50 touches through the first 2 weeks. He had 20 carries last week. Even if he is in a "time share", he has more carries through 2 weeks than anyone not named Ben Tate. Hightower is still the starter and should continue to get close to the same number of touches every week. Giving some carries to Helu is probably a good thing. With Helu coming in to give him a breather every now and then, Hightower should stay fresh longer. The Skins have been working him pretty hard these first 2 weeks.

You're down on Hightower because you think he is in a time share, but you're fine with Bradshaw, who is clearly in a time share? The Eagles have one of the best offenses in the league and the Giants are hurting defensively. I don't see where they are going to run a lot when they will likely be playing from behind.

Hightower is going up against what so far has been the #1 rush defense in the NFL so I don't see how he's going to be generating a lot of points this week, even throwing in his receiving yards. Yes Bradshaw is in a time share but he is the more talented back and will probably be used a lot as a receiver out of the backfield. Guess we just don't agree here, I haven't been that impressed with Hightower in years.

[Beta Man]

I agree completely....

Bradshaw for sure.

[Konfusion1230]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

Hightower is going up against what so far has been the #1 rush defense in the NFL so I don't see how he's going to be generating a lot of points this week, even throwing in his receiving yards. Yes Bradshaw is in a time share but he is the more talented back and will probably be used a lot as a receiver out of the backfield. Guess we just don't agree here, I haven't been that impressed with Hightower in years.

I've never been impressed with Hightower. What I have been impressed with is Mike Shanahan's ability to have success with no name running backs. I agree with you on Hightower not having a great chance at getting points this week and wouldn't blame anyone for taking Jordy Nelson over him for this week. Personally, I'll take the starting back over the #2 or #3 receiver.

I still don't see Bradshaw over Best at all. Best is a must start until proven otherwise and he has a better matchup in my opinion. The Lions should be in good position to run the ball with the lead and Best should get his touches regardless of whether they are behind or not. The same cannot be said for Bradshaw.

[LucasEatWorld]

I would definitely go with Best over Bradshaw this week. Best has point totals of 11 and 23 so far and is going against a pretty bad Vikings rush defense. They have allowed RBs to score 38 and 26 points against them through the first two weeks. Sure, Philly's defense hasn't been that stellar either, but Bradshaw shares his carries with Jacobs and Jacobs looked a lot better last week than Bradshaw did.

Just my opinion. Of course I honestly don't give two shits who you start as it isn't my team and I'm 0-2. So what do I know.

[Moviefan1203]

I'm in a bit of a pickle today. In one of my leagues, my two TE's are Clark and Pettigrew. I have no idea who to start, or even if either are going to play.

[SleeperAgent]

Originally Posted by Moviefan1203

I'm in a bit of a pickle today. In one of my leagues, my two TE's are Clark and Pettigrew. I have no idea who to start, or even if either are going to play.

Pettigrew is the lesser of two evils. Due to the fact that Romo is still on the mend. And Stafford sure does like to throw.

[Moviefan1203]

Originally Posted by SleeperAgent

Pettigrew is the lesser of two evils. Due to the fact that Romo is still on the mend. And Stafford sure does like to throw.

Romo? Clark plays for Indy.

[SleeperAgent]

Originally Posted by Moviefan1203

Romo? Clark plays for Indy.

My bad. I totally read that and thought Witten.

Definitely Pettigrew. Kerry Collins won't make Clark any better.

[Moviefan1203]

Originally Posted by SleeperAgent

My bad. I totally read that and thought Witten.

Definitely Pettigrew. Kerry Collins won't make Clark any better.

Thanks man. When I drafted Pettigrew, I thought he would get a lot more looks than he has so far this season. He's a matchup nightmare with his size.

[MD-Blu]

In my other league who should I start at RB, Hillis or R. Matthews?

[Batman1980]

Originally Posted by MD-Blu

In my other league who should I start at RB, Hillis or R. Matthews?

Hillis is out with strep throat so that decision was made for you.

[Beta Man]

Originally Posted by Darth Anakin

Hillis is out with strep throat so that decision was made for you.

Crap...

I have him in two leagues..... I can swap in Frank Gore in one league, but the other I will have to swap out my Flex position and bring Anquan Boldin in..

Oh well... Not a huge hit I hope.

[Navster]

Thanks for the suggestions guys, it was a tough one but im going with Hightower over Nelson and in my other league Best over Bradshaw

[Chordata]

Originally Posted by SleeperAgent

Pettigrew is the lesser of two evils. Due to the fact that Romo is still on the mend. And Stafford sure does like to throw.

Pettigrew is listed as Questionable; I would start (and am personally starting) someone else. Pettigrew isn't even the #1 TE on the Lions, and he's dropped at least 1 sure TD pass.