If we learned one thing about the NFL in week one: the lockout certainly did not slow down the offensive numbers. A ridiculous 14 quarterbacks had more than 300 yards, four of which went over 400. 13 receivers topped 100 yards, including seven double-digit touchdown performances. Needless to say, fantasy teams weren’t suffering. Now it’s time to build on that success and … [Read more...] about Week 2 Fantasy Football Rankings: Building on a strong week
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2011 Fantasy Football Awards (Week One)
America's favorite game is back and The Sports Bank has you covered with the best and worst of what was Fantasy Football Week One. The mothership (a.k.a. ESPN) wasn't kidding when they said it was the "year of the quarterback." Those who drafted QB's early in their fantasy draft shouldn't be critiqued as we saw four of the top five fantasy performances come from signal … [Read more...] about 2011 Fantasy Football Awards (Week One)
Surprises from Week One in the NFL
Stadiums, bars, and couches were packed all over the country as fans paid tribute to their fallen heroes from ten years ago and enjoyed the first Sunday during the professional football season. Besides wagering, the one thing that makes the NFL so appealing is that it is unpredictable. In baseball, it is obvious that the Red Sox and Yankees will perennially compete for the … [Read more...] about Surprises from Week One in the NFL
Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings: Football is Back!
We endured an offseason consisting of men in suits walking in and out of buildings. We endured a three-month stretch when the work “lockout” might as well have been preceded by a four-letter word. But courtrooms, politics, and league lawyers are now a thing of the past. Because ladies and gentleman, we’re finally here! The start of the NFL season is here! … [Read more...] about Week 1 Fantasy Football Rankings: Football is Back!
Fantasy Football Studs, Duds & Sleepers: AFC East
With the NFL lockout finally behind us, football fans can finally turn our attention from the courtrooms and onto the field, where it belongs. In the coming weeks, I will rank the fantasy studs, duds and sleepers for each division. Today, the spotlight is shining on the AFC East. … [Read more...] about Fantasy Football Studs, Duds & Sleepers: AFC East
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NFL Trade Rumors-Free Agent Signings: McNabb Holmes and More
As of today, here is the latest in what promises to be a frantic few days in the NFL. Will Donovan McNabb end up on the Minnesota Vikings? Who is going where? Will Brett Favre come back…again? Will the Chicago Bears get a wide receiver? This Sportsbank posts the basics so you can be the king of your water cooler. So let the free agent frenzy begin. Here is the latest from … [Read more...] about NFL Trade Rumors-Free Agent Signings: McNabb Holmes and More