Every year we seem to have a handful of players that amaze us with there athletic awesomeness. Even when we expect great results from certain players, we still get wowed. This year was no exception, as there was once again some standout take notice performances. Here we take a look at a few of the next group of stars to be.
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The first team to make waves was the Baltimore Ravens. They were aggressive out the gate and made a trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars, for twelve-year veteran defensive end Calais Campbell. The Ravens would only give up a 2020 fifth round pick to acquire Campbell.
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This article is about newer formats that are now starting to appear in redraft leagues. While certain league types are common in dynasty circles, many redraft players may not be familiar with the strategy or even the rules. Unless otherwise stated, strategy advice is for a 12 team PPR league with an equal number of running back and wide receiver starters.
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Coming into 2020, Burrow will have a plethora of weapons. The Bengals locked up Tyler Boyd to a long-term deal and will use the franchise tag to retain A.J. Green. They also have speedster John Ross and promising third-year receiver Auden Tate on their roster. Running back Joe Mixon will also take some of the initial pressure off Burrow, providing a solid anchor for the Bengals’ rushing attack.
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Examing Round two of redraft leauges – With tier four, encompassing tier five, and begins tier six. For this list, we’re assuming this is a 1 QB, 12-team, PPR format where there is an equal number of RB and WR starters.
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After beginning 2019 battling injuries, Ward got healthy and dominated the second half of the season. In the 10 games between weeks eight and 17, the 2018 fourth overall pick created 38 total tackles, 11 passes defended, three turnovers and scored a touchdown for the Browns secondary. Over that span, Ward finished sixth among CBs in IDP scoring.
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In the interest of furthering the inclusion of individual defensive players in redraft and dynasty leagues alike, let’s explore how each of the five defensive positions functions like an offensive position on fantasy football rosters. I can’t tell you which offensive player or even fantasy rookie draft pick you should offer for Aaron Donald without knowing the context of your league. I can, however, explain how to value defensive tackles in fantasy football using tight ends as context. In fact, each defensive position has a close parallel on offense.
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Anticipating and acting on scheme change is a risk/reward proposition in fantasy football. Correctly anticipating an edge defender’s new role in a defense can deliver a difference-maker at the most valuable IDP position. There, I said it! The value above replacement for a high-end DE is greater than that for linebackers through much of the
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Devin McCourty
While McCourty may be getting a little long in the tooth at age 32, there is no overlooking the value of his experience. It’s been rumored the past couple of seasons, and he himself admitted that the thought of retiring had crossed his mind, but he still feels like he can play at a high level and can still impact a team.
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The top free-agent prize in the cornerback group is without a doubt, seven-year veteran Logan Ryan, His career can be told in two parts and both prove why he’ll be the most sought after corner in free agency. Ryan’s career began in New England, where the Patriots drafted him in the third round with the 83rd overall pick of the 2013 NFL Draft. He would spend four seasons with the empire, playing in all sixty-four games, while becoming one of the league’s best tackling and coverage corners.
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In this edition of “Redraft Reaction,” we’ll take a look at a series of minor moves that have transpired in February and the likely fantasy impact they’ll have in the redraft landscape.
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I truly believe the Rams have to resign Littleton. They have some youth behind him, but it is uncertain and unproven youth. Littleton went undrafted out of Washington and has developed into one of the league’s best linebackers. He went from a two year backup for the Rams, to a two-year starter, with a Pro-Bowl selection in 2018. He’s their most accomplished and talented linebacking option.
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Coming out of Mississippi State, Sweat had the football world clamoring about his size and speed shown at the 2019 NFL combine. Sweat, a 6’6” 260lbs. edge rusher set the 40-yard dash record for the position at 4.41 seconds per @NFLReaserch.
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Chris Jones is not only the top prize free agent interior defensive lineman but he is one of the top 10 overall defensive free agents. At age 25 he is among the youngest free agents but there are quite a few in this group. However, none of them are as talented or have the impact that Jones has had. Then when you consider that IDL is a highly coveted position by NFL teams, it takes his value to another level.
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At age 27, Clowney will be entering his eighth season in the league. Up to this point, there have been mixed results from the freakish athlete. Injuries have been an issue throughout his career, as he’s only played all sixteen games in a season just once. However, there is no doubt the impact he can have on the field when healthy.
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Just for fun, I’m going to get into my early redraft Round 1 for 2020. This list is subject to significant changes throughout the offseason, but let’s take a quick look right now. For this list, we’re assuming a 1 QB, 12 team, PPR format where there is an equal number of RB and WR starters.
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Let’s continue wrapping up the 2019 IDP fantasy season. In this series, we analyze trends, identify risers and fallers, and project sleepers for 2020 for each IDP position group. Today, we’ll focus on edge linebackers. Without further ado, time to wrap up the 2019 NFL Regular Season at edge linebacker!
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11 of 32 NFL teams are undergoing a change of defensive coordinator. This topic is underreported for this author’s appetite. Tripp Brebner examines how a scheme change will impact defensive players on the Cleveland Browns, with more articles to come.
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Let us continue to wrap up the 2019 IDP fantasy season by discussing some key takeaways from the year. In this series, we analyze trends, identify risers and fallers, and project sleepers for 2020 for each IDP position group. In this article, we’ll focus on off-ball/inside linebackers, also known as the bread-and-butter of the IDP world. So, without further ado, let’s wrap up the 2019 NFL Regular Season at off-ball/inside linebacker!
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In part one of this series, I reviewed tight end strategy in 2019 redraft formats. In part two, I looked at the early versus late quarterback strategy. Now in this third and final part, I will look at the early-round running back vs. wide receiver strategy debate. As always, I will use half PPR stats and Yahoo’s ADP data when examining specific players.
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