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How the 49ers Upset the Detroit Lions

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The Detroit Lions have played their last two games in the friendly confines of Ford Field. Their current record of five wins and one loss is second only to the Green Bay Packers in the NFC North. The contest in Detroit was a swinging pendulum throughout Sunday afternoon. The numerous false starts were an aberration for the 49ers thus far this season. They were a team that … [Read more...] about How the 49ers Upset the Detroit Lions

Week 6 Fantasy Football Rankings: WR/TE

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It’s the second week of teams out on a bye, but this one could hurt fantasy owners more. The likes of Larry Fitzgerald, Antonio Gates and Philip Rivers will all be on your fantasy bench this week, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of quality options. In fact, any of the top-30 receiving options are good plays his week. In today’s rankings, we’ll break down the top … [Read more...] about Week 6 Fantasy Football Rankings: WR/TE

Week 4 Fantasy Football Rankings: Put up or shut up

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We’re three weeks into the fantasy football season and the surprises just keep on coming. Cam Newton and Matthew Stafford are top-10 fantasy quarterbacks. Coe College alum Fred Jackson is the third best fantasy back. And how about Scott Chandler, who had one catch before this year, picking up four scores in the first three weeks. But much like business, it’s not what you did … [Read more...] about Week 4 Fantasy Football Rankings: Put up or shut up

Detroit Lions 3-0: Coming Through In Crunch Time

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The Minnesota Vikings staged a second half collapse for the second week in a row. Last game, the team fell prey to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, this week to an improved Detroit Lions. Given how impressive Detroit has looked in going 3-0, perhaps that's progress. With all of his recent success, Detroit head coach Jim Schwartz should be negotiating for a contract extension right … [Read more...] about Detroit Lions 3-0: Coming Through In Crunch Time

Week 3 Fantasy Football Rankings: The Injury Bug Bites

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It shouldn’t surprise any of us. In a game as violent as football, injuries are bound to happen. Top-5 pick Jamaal Charles is out for season. Miles Austin is out until October 16th. Let’s not even get started on Peyton Manning.  Much like their professional counterparts, fantasy owners need to find ways to fill the void left by their injured players. Included in this week’s … [Read more...] about Week 3 Fantasy Football Rankings: The Injury Bug Bites