Timing is one of the most crucial factors when it comes to considering adding any player to a fantasy football roster.Sometimes stats and trends mislead us to believe that a breakout for a player is coming. And while sometimes as analysts we just flat-out...
With no blockbuster waiver-wire targets hitting the scene this week, it should be in the best interest of most redraft team owners to continue to save their waiver wire position or FAAB budget for when one does.But with that being said, it is still crucia...
HOUSTON TEXANS This team seems to be alternating between exciting offensive battles like the Week 1 shootout in New Orleans and Week 3’s 27-20 upset win over the Chargers on the road. In the even weeks, they’ve been borderline unwatchable so far, hol...
This week, even after free agency seems to be a deserted island that was once rich with fantasy potential, there are still some interesting stashes out there, that could lead to future wins.
This series will attempt to bring clarity to the goings-on both on and off the field within each NFL Division so that dynasty owners can make the important roster decisions during the NFL season to help them build toward their championships. Our writers w...
Over the last few weeks, I’ve seen quite a bit of discussion and debate surrounding the Houston Texan’s wide receiving corps. At the top of the depth chart is arguably the best receiver in the league in DeAndre Hopkins. There isn’t much room for dis...
Welcome to the IDP Nation Podcast, the Factory Sports Network’s IDP-centric show. We are your hosts Dan Cook and Darrell Winstead. Are you ready for some tenacious IDP discussion? We’ve got you covered from your LB1 to your taxi squad. This is IDP Nat...
The NFL Draft is quickly approaching! The IDP department is breaking down each team post-free agency and what they should look to address in the draft. Houston Texans The Texans have produced one of the top defenses for the past few years but will begin t...
As IDP enthusiasts we fall in love with prospects every year. Annually my summer ends with cutting one, two or three of the rookie safeties I have collected on a hunch in the hopes that they will start. Inevitably I cut the wrong guy (i.e. Budda Baker). S...
Head Coach: Bill O’Brien Defensive Coordinator: Mike Vrabel D-line Coach: Anthony Weaver Linebacker Coach: Bobby King D-backs Coach: John Butler Alignment: 3-4 Team Needs: DT starter, DE starter, S starter, CB depth Draft Picks: 3rd Round (68), 3...
The pesky achilles tendon. This past weekend saw another rookie RB go down with a serious, season-ending injury. Seriously, can we please catch a break in dynasty leagues? The good news is that D’Onta Foreman is coming off of his best performance as a p...
Week 6 has come quickly. It seems like this season has been going too fast. I will share a few players who are under a 59 % start percent. These players could be the difference from a dart throw, to a player who has a little more upside. With bye [&hellip...
The pride of Houston, the face of the franchise for Texans fans, was battling back from back injuries and I thought tonight would be the night he fought back to the top of the stat sheet. Like many, I wanted him to return to the glory of his earlier days....
After looking over our ADP, I found three LBs I will be looking to acquire. These players will outperform their ADP and leave you feeling good on game day. Also, with many leagues facing roster cut downs, you might want to make an offer and see what happe...
Trying to forecast the dynasty stock market can be a daunting process. We have to account for what seems to be limitless variables. Coaching changes, draft picks, age, and even contracts all factor into whether we should buy, hold, or sell a player. “IT...
It’s a well-known trope that tight ends typically take several years to develop into productive members of the fantasy football community. There are outliers to this truism such as Gronk, Tony Gonzalez, Antonio Gates and Greg Olsen, who just happen to b...
When you think of the Texans your first thought I’m sure is of J J Watt. Nevertheless, every great defense has some exceptional contributors. It’s a team game after all. In fact, many times it’s other players who can benefit from a superstar and...
J.J. Watt underwent back surgery to repair a herniated disc. Initial reports say Watt will be able to return Week 1 vs. the Chicago Bears in roughly seven weeks, but most medical experts believe Watt’s injury could take up to 10 weeks to heal. What’s ...
Indianapolis Colts The Colts have veterans D’Qwell Jackson and Nate Irving entrenched as the inside linebackers in 2016, but at 32 and 28 years old respectively, neither guy would be considered long term solutions for Indianapolis. Therefore, with t...
As humans, our impulses always draw us to the new and shiny things. From the day we were given that shiny new toy car at the age of 2, we were always looking for the flashier, fresher object. Even as adults, our focus does not deter away from the newest [...
