"Brady's Bunch" - The Thursday Morning Quarterback

The Keeper’s Deadline

The Keeper’s Deadline is rapidly approaching! The deadline was given a set date last season so that the date is more uniformed with calendar events. The Keeper’s Deadline will ALWAYS be set for the start of Week 10 of the NFL season until announced otherwise. This season, the Keeper’s Deadline is Wednesday, November 11th @11:00pm EST. Email me your keepers in to me before the deadline (enviousstaff (at) gmail), contact me through my cell number, or message me through our MyFantasyLeague.com home page. If you already have an idea of who your keepers are for next season, you can always email me now. Therefore, you can spend this time establishing your Keeper’s Values.

By our league’s bylaws, you are able to establish up to four players as your teams keeper’s. The standard format is two offensive players, and two defensive players. There is no catch to this format and the Keeper’s Values are not limited or restricted when using our standard keeper format or with the Keeper’s Values contracts. Although most franchises will more than likely opt for the more common keeper format of keeping three offensive players & one defensive player. In turn, when using this keeper format you will HAVE to exercise your teams Franchise Tag option.

By exercising your teams Franchise Tag option, you can opt to keep three offensive players & one defensive player, or the less common one offensive player & three defensive players. You CANNOT keep four offensive players only, or in turn four defensive players only. By choosing to keep a third player on one side of the ball, you WILL have to Franchise Tag one of those three players. Nothing happens to your teams roster the upcoming season by Franchise Tagging a player, only the contracts available for your team to use to sign your other keeper’s will be affected in the upcoming season and as mentioned many times before you WILL NOT lose of forfeit any future draft picks.

Also, by exercising your teams Franchise Tag option, the player that is being Franchise Tagged can only be resigned to your teams maximum contract available for the following season. If you do not wish to sign that player to your maximum contract available, then that player MUST BE RETURNED to the draft pool to be redrafted upon. If you choose to do just that, you could always redraft that player if he becomes available to you. You can also choose not to use your teams Franchise Tag option at all if you do not want to exercise that option. These bylaws are in place to keep parody in our league and keeps The League! competitive year in and year out. This is also in place to not water down the draft and that there is value in still having a draft.

So let’s go through an example of this…

Say my team’s keepers are QB-Aaron Rodgers, RB-Devonta Freeman, WR-Odell Beckham Jr. and DL-J.J. Watt. By league bylaws, if I use the standard keeper format I can only keep two offensive players, and two defensive players. For me to keep a third offensive or defensive player (in this example WR-Odell Beckham Jr.), I must Franchise Tag one of the three players on that side of the ball. By Franchise Tagging Beckham, my keepers are now set for next season’s roster. Just know that whichever player you Franchised Tagged, will have limitations or restrictions on them for next season.

The Keeper’s Value

Now here’s where your GM duties start. In the example above I established QB-Aaron Rodgers, RB-Devonta Freeman, WR-Odell Beckham Jr. and DL-J.J. Watt as my teams keeper’s. I exercised my teams Franchise Tag option so I could keep Beckham for at least another year or until I pull the trigger on signing him to my teams maximum contract available. The contracts you have available to you next season are based on your Keeper’s Values decisions this season. Meaning if you choose to exercise your Franchise Tag option this season, then the contracts you will have available to you next season are Keeper 1 – Keeper 3 contracts, the Keeper 4 contract will not be available to your franchise.

The Keeper’s Values are K1, K2, K3 & K4 or Keeper 1, Keeper 2, Keeper 3 & Keeper 4. The values represent a contract year that the player will be signed to and will automatically be deducted by (-1) each year the player is under contract just like a real players themselves. The contracts available to your franchise will solely depend on if you choose to exercise your team’s Franchise Tag option or not.

With Franchise Tag Option

If your team chooses to exercise their Franchise Tag option…

Next season, your team’s Keeper 1 player, with your team’s Franchise Tag option exercised this season, will become an Restricted Free Agent. Meaning you can resign this player next season, but your are restricted to signing this player to a Keeper 3 Contract ONLY.

Franchise Tag – This is your Franchise Tagged player, meaning you can keep a third player on one side of the ball. This contract is in essence a Keeper 1 contract. This player can be resigned but you are restricted to signing them to ONLY your franchise’s maximum contract (a Keeper 3 if Franchise Tag option is used). If not signed to the maximum contract, the player MUST go back to the player pool to be re-drafted. Former team CAN re-draft player.
Keeper 1 – This is a player in the last year of their contract. This player is an Restricted Free Agent if the Franchise Tag option is exercised in prior season. This player can be resigned but you are restricted to signing them to ONLY your franchise’s maximum contract (a Keeper 3 if Franchise Tag option is used). If not signed to the maximum contract, the player MUST go back to the player pool to be re-drafted. Former team CAN re-draft player.
Keeper 2 – This player has been signed to a two year deal
Keeper 3 – This player has been signed to a three year deal. The Maximum Contract available if the Franchise Tag option is exercised

You will now have to make a choice of who you want to keep on your roster (Last season Franchise Tagged player or last season Keeper 1 player).

Without Franchise Tag Option

If your team chooses NOT to exercise their Franchise Tag option…

If you choose to go with our standard format of establishing your team’s keepers, then you will have the advantage of using the Keeper 4 Contract. The Maximum Contract in The League!

Next season, your team’s Keeper 1 player, with your team’s Franchise Tag option NOT exercised this season, will become an Unrestricted Free Agent. Meaning you can resign this player to any multi-year contract (a Keeper 2, 3, or 4).

Keeper 1 – This is a player in the last year of their contract. This player is an Unrestricted Free Agent if the Franchise Tag option IS NOT exercised in prior season. This player can be resigned and you are not restricted to signing them to a specific contract, you can sign them to either of your franchises Keeper 2, 3, or 4. Player MUST be resign to a multi-year contract only, the Keeper 1 Contract is not available here.
Keeper 2 – This player has been signed to a two year deal
Keeper 3 – This player has been signed to a three year deal
Keeper 4 – This player has been signed to a maximum deal. The Maximum Contract (Keeper 4 Contract) is only available if the Franchise Tag option is not exercised in prior season.

Simple, but this can be confusing as this season you really only need to set a value. Much of this information is how your choices this season will affect what contracts you have available to you next season. Please, reach out to me if you have questions and we can hammer out your questions together. Even if you have a good understanding of everything, I would still like to hear from you.

Keeper’s Values Penalties

Teams will no longer be able to release a player under contract without penalty. You can ONLY release a player under contract if the player is Suspended (suspended whenever, preseason, regular season or post season; and/or for any length of time) or if the player goes on Injured Reserve (IR) OUTSIDE of the regular season (i.e., goes on IR during the Preseason or Postseason).

Outright releasing a player under contract will now have penalties. You can however trade a player under contract to a team within your conference if you’re savvy enough to persuade another owner/coach in doing so. The penalties are as follows with of course a Keeper 4 Violation being more significant than a Keeper 3 Violation and so forth…

Keeper 1 Violation – Forfeiture of Tiebreakers, franchise will lose any and all tiebreakers (divisional or conference) for the entire upcoming season
Keeper 2 Violation – Forfeiture of Home Field, franchise will play against the Home Field Advantage Rule, even when playing at home for the entire upcoming season
Keeper 3 Violation – Forfeiture of Picks, franchise will lose their 3rd, 4th or 5th Round selection in the upcoming fantasy draft. The round selected will depend on where team finished that season. A playoff team will lose their 3rd Round selection and a team finishing last in their division will lose a 5th Round selection. By default, a 4th Round selection will be lost if the other two selector’s are not met
Keeper 4 Violation – Forfeiture of Keeper’s, franchise can ONLY keep a maximum of 3 players (2 on offense and 1 on defense) and loses their Franchise Tag option for the upcoming season

NOTE: With the Keeper’s Violations being in place, we will add a second IR roster spot for emergency purposes or upon request.

Week 8 Previews

First Wave of Games

San Diego Goats (4-4) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

X-Factors:

San Diego Goats: Ryan Fitzpatrick-QB (15.64) / JUICE’S and BERRY’s: Matthew Stafford-QB (12.80)

The 4-4 San Diego Goats challenge 4-4 JUICE’S and BERRY’s at The Arrowhead.

The San Diego Goats were led in week 7 by a 23.80 point effort from Jarvis Landry, who got by the Houston Texans defense for 83 receiving yards and 2 receiving TDs in addition to 5 rushing yards. In addition, Keenan Robinson was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 4.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ribs , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the San Diego Goats can expect a 15.15 point effort from Jarvis Landry in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the New England Patriots defense for 63.22 receiving yards and 0.4 receiving TDs in addition to 5.48 rushing yards.

“We have to get after it,” San Diego Goats coach Chad Kutzke said.

JUICE’S and BERRY’s were led in week 7 by a 18.00 point effort from Tyler Lockett, who got by the San Francisco 49ers defense for 79 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, JUICE’S and BERRY’s can expect a 12.80 point effort from Matthew Stafford in week 8, who is expected to get by the Kansas City Chiefs defense for 267.46 passing yards and 1.58 passing TDs in addition to 5.75 rushing yards.

“Statistics can be misleading,” JUICE’S and BERRY’s coach Monte Johnson said.

The Line: JUICE’S and BERRY’s -8.2

DeSeantourage (5-3) at #1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2)

X-Factors:

DeSeantourage: Philip Rivers-QB (19.47) / Dread Pirate Oso: Le’Veon Bell-RB (16.88)

5-3 DeSeantourage, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, challenge 6-2 Dread Pirate Oso at The Dread.

DeSeantourage were led in week 7 by a 28.30 point effort from Todd Gurley, who beat the Cleveland Browns defense for 128 rushing yards and 2 rushing TDs in addition to 35 receiving yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, DeSeantourage can expect a 19.47 point effort from Philip Rivers in week 8, who is expected to beat the Baltimore Ravens defense for 341.98 passing yards and 2.36 passing TDs in addition to 2.86 rushing yards.

“We have to keep the continuity,” DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.

Dread Pirate Oso were led in week 7 by a 23.02 point effort from Andrew Luck, who beat the New Orleans Saints defense for 333 passing yards and 3 passing TDs in addition to 27 rushing yards. In addition, Navorro Bowman was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 8.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured shoulder , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Dread Pirate Oso can expect a 16.88 point effort from Le’Veon Bell in week 8, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 90.59 rushing yards and 0.63 rushing TDs in addition to 37.2 receiving yards.

“We have to suck it up,” Dread Pirate Oso coach Mac said.

The Line: DeSeantourage -4.6

#3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1) at Carolina Hitmen (5-3)

X-Factors:

I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks: Devonta Freeman-RB (16.68) / Carolina Hitmen: Tom Brady-QB (19.32)

7-1 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks face off against the 5-3 Carolina Hitmen at Assassin’s Arena.

I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks were led in week 7 by a 19.00 point effort from J.J. Watt, who beat the Miami Dolphins offense for 6 tackles and 2.0 sacked a qb. In addition, Joseph Randle was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 2.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured oblique , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks can expect a 16.68 point effort from Devonta Freeman in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 70.45 rushing yards and 0.89 rushing TDs in addition to 35.15 receiving yards.

“We should just go out there and have fun,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.

The Carolina Hitmen were led in week 7 by a 27.10 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. WithSmith on bye in week 8, they’ll need to count on their second-string LB to carry the team this week. In addition, Steve Smith was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 7.80 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Carolina Hitmen can expect a 19.32 point effort from Tom Brady in week 8, who is expected to beat the Miami Dolphins defense for 301.26 passing yards and 2.27 passing TDs in addition to 3.11 rushing yards.

“Bad calls even out over the course of a season,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.

The Line: I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks -32.6

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

X-Factors:

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered: Cam Newton-QB (18.37) / BUCKNASTY BOYS: Carson Palmer-QB (16.17)

5-3 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered face off against the 3-5 BUCKNASTY BOYS, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks, at BUCKNASTY Field.

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered were led in week 7 by a 27.00 point effort from Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, who beat the Dallas Cowboys offense for 2 tackles and 2 interceptions. In addition, Cliff Avril was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 14.10 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ankle , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hakeem I Saw I Conquered can expect a 18.37 point effort from Cam Newton in week 8, who is expected to get by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 240.75 passing yards and 1.62 passing TD in addition to 35.61 rushing yards.

“He gets the most out of his players,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.

The BUCKNASTY BOYS were led in week 7 by a 21.30 point effort from Michael Bennett, who beat the San Francisco 49ers offense for 4 tackles and 3.5 QB sacks. In addition, Eric Decker was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 9.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the BUCKNASTY BOYS can expect a 13.08 point effort from Marshawn Lynch in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the Dallas Cowboys defense for 73.76 rushing yards and 0.6 rushing TD in addition to 15.68 receiving yards.

“We have to stick to our bread-and-butter on offense,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.

The Line: Hakeem I Saw I Conquered -16.7

Georgia Boy (0-8) at #2 1010011010 (6-2)

X-Factors:

Georgia Boy: Andy Dalton-QB (17.72) / 1010011010: Drew Brees-QB (15.71)

0-8 Georgia Boy, who hope to end their 8 game losing streak, face off against 6-2 1010011010, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at Beast Field.

Georgia Boy were led in week 7 by a 16.80 point effort from Rob Gronkowski, who beat the New York Jets defense for 108 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. In addition, Jason McCourty was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 5.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured hamstring , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Georgia Boy can expect a 15.70 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 8, who is expected to get by the Denver Broncos defense for 223.81 passing yards and 1.95 passing TDs in addition to 22.42 rushing yards.

“These two teams don’t like each other,” Georgia Boy coach Jimmie Lewis said.

1010011010 were led in week 7 by a 25.10 point effort from Malcolm Smith, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 11 tackles and 1 interception. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, 1010011010 can expect a 15.71 point effort from Drew Brees in week 8, who is expected to beat the New York Giants defense for 320.29 passing yards and 1.68 passing TD in addition to 2.09 rushing yards.

“We’ll have to find a way to contain their play maker,” 1010011010 coach Mark Garlitz said.

The Line: 1010011010 -1.4

Clam Diggers (3-5) at I Go Deep (1-7)

X-Factors:

Clam Diggers: Charcandrick West-RB (15.30) / I Go Deep: Ryan Tannehill-QB (16.11)

The 3-5 Clam Diggers face off against 1-7 I Go Deep at Deeper Field.

The Clam Diggers were led in week 7 by a 39.60 point effort from Lamar Miller, who beat the Houston Texans defense for 175 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 61 receiving yards. In addition, Nick Fairley was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 7.50 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured illness , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Clam Diggers can expect a 14.31 point effort from Matt Ryan in week 8, who is expected to get by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense for 295.63 passing yards and 1.53 passing TD in addition to 6.46 rushing yards.

“This game is for the bragging rights,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.

I Go Deep were led in week 7 by a 29.58 point effort from Ryan Tannehill, who got by the Houston Texans defense for 282 passing yards and 4 passing TDs in addition to 3 rushing yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, I Go Deep can expect a 16.11 point effort from Ryan Tannehillin week 8, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 280.21 passing yards and 2.02 passing TDs in addition to 13 rushing yards.

“We have to play like we’re capable of playing,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.

The Line: Clam Diggers -2.2

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

X-Factors:

Surprise Scorpians: Tom Brady-QB (19.32) / Hyde Yo Wife: Cam Newton-QB (18.37)

The 6-2 Surprise Scorpians challenge 4-4 Hyde Yo Wife in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at B.o.B. Field.

The Surprise Scorpians were led in week 7 by a 26.70 point effort from Tom Brady, who tore apart the New York Jets defense for 355 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 15 rushing yards. In addition, J.J. Watt was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 19.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured back , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Surprise Scorpians can expect a 19.32 point effort from Tom Brady in week 8, who is expected to beat the Miami Dolphins defense for 301.26 passing yards and 2.27 passing TDs in addition to 3.11 rushing yards.

“We’ll have to find a way to limit what Cam Newton can do,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.

Hyde Yo Wife were led in week 7 by a 23.80 point effort from Jarvis Landry, who got by the Houston Texans defense for 83 receiving yards and 2 receiving TDs in addition to 5 rushing yards. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Hyde Yo Wife can expect a 18.37 point effort from Cam Newton in week 8, who is expected to get by the Indianapolis Colts defense for 240.75 passing yards and 1.62 passing TD in addition to 35.61 rushing yards.

“We have to stay hungry,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.

The Line: Hyde Yo Wife -14.4

Phlying High (4-4) at #4 The Gremlins (6-2)

X-Factors:

Phlying High: Philip Rivers-QB (19.47) / The Gremlins: Ryan Tannehill-QB (16.11)

4-4 Phlying High face off against 6-2 The Gremlins, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at Mogwai Coliseum.

Phlying High were led in week 7 by a 20.44 point effort from Philip Rivers, who beat the Oakland Raiders defense for 336 passing yards and 3 passing TDs. In addition, Aqib Talib was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ankle , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Phlying High can expect a 19.47 point effort from Philip Rivers in week 8, who is expected to beat the Baltimore Ravens defense for 341.98 passing yards and 2.36 passing TDs in addition to 2.86 rushing yards.

“We can’t take these guys lightly,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.

The Gremlins were led in week 7 by a 29.58 point effort from Ryan Tannehill, who got by the Houston Texans defense for 282 passing yards and 4 passing TDs in addition to 3 rushing yards. In addition, T.J. McDonald was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 7.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured shoulder , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, The Gremlins can expect a 16.11 point effort from Ryan Tannehill in week 8, who is expected to get by the New England Patriots defense for 280.21 passing yards and 2.02 passing TDs in addition to 13 rushing yards.

“We’re loaded and ready to go,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.

The Line: Phlying High -12.7

Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4) at Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7)

X-Factors:

Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Andy Dalton-QB (17.72) / Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs!: Justin Forsett-RB (13.02)

4-4 Beer, Cheese, & Brats challenge 1-7 Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs!.

Beer, Cheese, & Brats were led in week 7 by a 25.10 point effort from Malcolm Smith, who beat the San Diego Chargers offense for 11 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Joseph Randle was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 2.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured oblique , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Beer, Cheese, & Brats can expect a 17.72 point effort from Andy Dalton in week 8, who is expected to get by the Pittsburgh Steelers defense for 263.93 passing yards and 1.86 passing TDs in addition to 11.34 rushing yards.

“We have to shore up our defense,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.

Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! were led in week 7 by a 14.60 point effort from Calvin Johnson, who got by the Minnesota Vikings defense for 86 receiving yards and 1 receiving TD. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! can expect a 13.02 point effort from Justin Forsett in week 8, who is expected to get by the San Diego Chargers defense for 83 rushing yards and 0.39 rushing TD in addition to 20.82 receiving yards.

“We have to dig deep,” Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! coach Joshua Hagerman said.

The Line: Beer, Cheese, & Brats -20.1

NC Titans (0-8) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

X-Factors:

NC Titans: Andrew Luck-QB (15.06) / Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Aaron Rodgers-QB (15.70)

The 0-8 NC Titans, who hope to end their 8 game losing streak, challenge 5-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at Rodgers Field.

The NC Titans were led in week 7 by a 20.80 point effort from Mark Ingram, who beat the Indianapolis Colts defense for 143 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 5 receiving yards. In addition, Mario Addison was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 6.50 points, but he’s listed as doubtful in week 8 due to an injured shoulder , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the NC Titans can expect a 13.79 point effort from Mark Ingram in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the New York Giants defense for 72.04 rushing yards and 0.74 rushing TD in addition to 23.29 receiving yards.

“We have to pull out all the stops,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.

Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood were led in week 7 by a 23.80 point effort from Reshad Jones, who beat the Houston Texans offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. In addition, Cliff Avril was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 14.10 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ankle , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood can expect a 15.70 point effort from Aaron Rodgers in week 8, who is expected to get by the Denver Broncos defense for 223.81 passing yards and 1.95 passing TDs in addition to 22.42 rushing yards.

“We need to continue playing at a high level,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.

The Line: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood -1.8

Fear The CAT (5-3) at Soul Snatchers (5-3)

X-Factors:

Fear The CAT: Carson Palmer-QB (16.17) / Soul Snatchers: Le’Veon Bell-RB (16.88)

5-3 Fear The CAT play the 5-3 Soul Snatchers at The Coliseum.

Fear The CAT were led in week 7 by a 17.20 point effort from Carson Palmer, who got by the Baltimore Ravens defense for 275 passing yards and 2 passing TDs in addition to 2 rushing yards. In addition, Robert Quinn was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 0.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Fear The CAT can expect a 16.17 point effort from Carson Palmer in week 8, who is expected to get by the Cleveland Browns defense for 286.39 passing yards and 1.95 passing TDs in addition to 1.67 rushing yards.

“We have to come out of the locker room fired up,” Fear The CAT coach Billy Hewitt said.

The Soul Snatchers were led in week 7 by a 27.10 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. WithSmith on bye in week 8, they’ll need to count on their second-string LB to carry the team this week. In addition, Eric Decker was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 9.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Soul Snatchers can expect a 16.88 point effort from Le’Veon Bell in week 8, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 90.59 rushing yards and 0.63 rushing TDs in addition to 37.2 receiving yards.

“We have to take advantage of our opportunities,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.

The Line: Fear The CAT -1.5

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Jamstradamus (3-5)

X-Factors:

Orange Peanuts: Drew Brees-QB (15.71) / Jamstradamus: Matt Forte-RB (14.33)

4-4 Orange Peanuts, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, play 3-5 Jamstradamus at Jamcentral Stadium.

Orange Peanuts were led in week 7 by a 24.50 point effort from Arian Foster, who snuck past the Miami Dolphins defense for 59 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD in addition to 66 receiving yards. In addition, Adrian Peterson was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 11.00 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured hip , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Orange Peanuts can expect a 15.71 point effort from Drew Brees in week 8, who is expected to beat the New York Giants defense for 320.29 passing yards and 1.68 passing TD in addition to 2.09 rushing yards.

“We have to get Brees in a rhythm early,” Orange Peanuts coach Champ Douglas said.

Jamstradamus were led in week 7 by a 12.00 point effort from Stephen Gostkowski, who beat the New York Jets defense for 3 field goals made and 3 extra points. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Jamstradamus can expect a 14.33 point effort from Matt Forte in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the Minnesota Vikings defense for 72.88 rushing yards and 0.36 rushing TDs in addition to 37.44 receiving yards.

“We have to play with our ears pinned back,” Jamstradamus coach Mike Frier said.

The Line: Orange Peanuts -9.0

Second Wave of Games

Game of the Week

#1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2) at #3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1)

X-Factors:

Dread Pirate Oso: Le’Veon Bell-RB (16.88) / I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks: Devonta Freeman-RB (16.68)

6-2 Dread Pirate Oso, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, challenge 7-1 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks, in a battle of high flying running backs at Ample Watts Field.

Dread Pirate Oso were led in week 7 by a 23.02 point effort from Andrew Luck, who beat the New Orleans Saints defense for 333 passing yards and 3 passing TDs in addition to 27 rushing yards. In addition, Navorro Bowman was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 8.00points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured shoulder , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, Dread Pirate Oso can expect a 16.88 point effort from Le’Veon Bell in week 8, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 90.59 rushing yards and 0.63 rushing TDs in addition to 37.2 receiving yards.

“There’s bad blood between these two teams,” Dread Pirate Oso coach Mac said.

“It’s time to take out the trash again,” I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks coach Robert Jackson said.

In week 3, I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks defeated Dread Pirate Oso by 14.28 points, so coach Mac is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks -7.4

Clam Diggers (3-5) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

X-Factors:

Clam Diggers: Charcandrick West-RB (15.30) / JUICE’S and BERRY’s: Matthew Stafford-QB (12.80)

The 3-5 Clam Diggers play 4-4 JUICE’S and BERRY’s at The Arrowhead.

“This game is for the bragging rights,” Clam Diggers coach Rich Perez said.

“You take what the defense gives you,” JUICE’S and BERRY’s coach Monte Johnson said.

In week 3, JUICE’S and BERRY’s defeated the Clam Diggers by 25.72 points, so coach Rich Perez is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Clam Diggers -18.6

San Diego Goats (4-4) at Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3)

X-Factors:

San Diego Goats: Ryan Fitzpatrick-QB (15.64) / Hakeem I Saw I Conquered: Cam Newton-QB (18.37)

The 4-4 San Diego Goats play 5-3 Hakeem I Saw I Conquered, in a battle of high flying quarterbacks at Giants Stadium.

The San Diego Goats were led in week 7 by a 23.80 point effort from Jarvis Landry, who got by the Houston Texans defense for 83 receiving yards and 2 receiving TDs in addition to 5 rushing yards. In addition, Keenan Robinson was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 4.50points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured ribs , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections fromFantasy Sharks, the San Diego Goats can expect a 15.15 point effort from Jarvis Landry in week 8, who is expected to sneak past the New England Patriots defense for 63.22 receiving yards and 0.4 receiving TDs in addition to 5.48 rushing yards.

“On any given day any team is capable of beating another team,” San Diego Goats coach Chad Kutzke said.

“They don’t like us and we don’t like them,” Hakeem I Saw I Conquered coach Brian Liotta said.

In week 3, Hakeem I Saw I Conquered defeated the San Diego Goats by 16.74 points, so coach Chad Kutzke is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Hakeem I Saw I Conquered -22.1

Carolina Hitmen (5-3) at Georgia Boy (0-8)

X-Factors:

Carolina Hitmen: Tom Brady-QB (19.32) / Georgia Boy: Andy Dalton-QB (17.72)

The 5-3 Carolina Hitmen play 0-8 Georgia Boy, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at the Georgia Dome.

The Carolina Hitmen were led in week 7 by a 27.10 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. With Smith on bye in week 8, they’ll need to count on their second-string LB to carry the team this week. In addition, Steve Smith was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 7.80 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Carolina Hitmen can expect a 19.32 point effort from Tom Brady in week 8, who is expected to beat the Miami Dolphins defense for 301.26 passing yards and 2.27 passing TDs in addition to 3.11 rushing yards.

“There’s been a lot of trash talking,” Carolina Hitmen coach Ronnell Morgan said.

“We have to stay hungry,” Georgia Boy coach Jimmie Lewis said.

In week 3, the Carolina Hitmen defeated Georgia Boy by 30.90 points, so coach Jimmie Lewis is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Carolina Hitmen -10.6

I Go Deep (1-7) at DeSeantourage (5-3)

X-Factors:

I Go Deep: Ryan Tannehill-QB (16.11) / DeSeantourage: Philip Rivers-QB (19.47)

1-7 I Go Deep, who hope to end their 3 game losing streak, play 5-3 DeSeantourage at Ari Gold Stadium.

“We’re playing for pride,” I Go Deep coach Nick Davis said.

“Statistics don’t tell the whole story,”DeSeantourage coach Theron K. Shavers said.

In week 3, DeSeantourage defeated I Go Deep by 30.92 points, so coach Nick Davis is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: DeSeantourage -22.1

#2 1010011010 (6-2) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

X-Factors:

1010011010: Drew Brees-QB (15.71) / BUCKNASTY BOYS: Carson Palmer-QB (16.17)

6-2 1010011010 play the 3-5 BUCKNASTY BOYS at BUCKNASTY Field.

“We’re the sentimental favorites,” 1010011010 coach Mark Garlitz said.

“We have to keep the continuity,” BUCKNASTY BOYS coach Jesse Lowrey said.

In week 3, 1010011010 humiliated the BUCKNASTY BOYS by 118.88 points, so coach Jesse Lowrey is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: 1010011010 -2.3

#4 The Gremlins (6-2) at Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4)

X-Factors:

The Gremlins: Ryan Tannehill-QB (16.11) / Beer, Cheese, & Brats: Andy Dalton-QB (17.72)

6-2 The Gremlins play 4-4 Beer, Cheese, & Brats, in a battle of top flight quarterbacks at Lambeau Field.

“We have to stretch their defense,” The Gremlins coach Dan Arcand said.

“It’s going to be a battle of the titans,” Beer, Cheese, & Brats coach Jim Barnes said.

In week 3, Beer, Cheese, & Brats defeated The Gremlins by 44.28 points, so coach Dan Arcand is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Beer, Cheese, & Brats -30.0

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

X-Factors:

Orange Peanuts: Drew Brees-QB (15.71) / Hyde Yo Wife: Cam Newton-QB (18.37)

4-4 Orange Peanuts, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, play 4-4 Hyde Yo Wife at B.o.B. Field.

“We’re playing the role of spoilers,” Orange Peanuts coach Champ Douglas said.

“This is a pivotal game for them,” Hyde Yo Wife coach Greg Stallworth said.

In week 3, Orange Peanuts defeated Hyde Yo Wife by 48.98 points, so coach Greg Stallworth is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Hyde Yo Wife -20.1

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at NC Titans (0-8)

X-Factors:

Surprise Scorpians: Tom Brady-QB (19.32) / NC Titans: Andrew Luck-QB (15.06)

The 6-2 Surprise Scorpians challenge the 0-8 NC Titans at Titans Field.

“They‘re coming off a heartbreaking loss,” Surprise Scorpians coach Robert Elliott said.

“Statistics aren’t everything,” NC Titans coach Manzel Kendrick said.

In week 3, Surprise Scorpians defeated the NC Titans by 44.12 points, so coach Manzel Kendrick is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Surprise Scorpians -32.2

Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7) at Fear The CAT (5-3)

X-Factors:

Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs!: Justin Forsett-RB (13.02) / Fear The CAT: Carson Palmer-QB (16.17)

1-7 Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs!, who hope to end their 6 game losing streak, play 5-3 Fear The CAT at On the Prowl Stadium.

“We’ve got a top-tier offense against a first-rate defense — something’s got to give,” Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! coach Joshua Hagerman said.

“He gets the most out of his players,” Fear The CAT coach Billy Hewitt said.

In week 3, Fear The CAT defeated Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! by 50.76 points, so coach Joshua Hagerman is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Fear The CAT -14.5

Jamstradamus (3-5) at Phlying High (4-4)

X-Factors:

Jamstradamus: Matt Forte-RB (14.33) / Phlying High: Philip Rivers-QB (19.47)

3-5 Jamstradamus, who hope to extend their 3 game winning streak, play 4-4 Phlying High at The Linc.

“We should just go out there and have fun,” Jamstradamus coach Mike Frier said.

“We should stick to the fundamentals,” Phlying High coach Jake Fields said.

In week 3, Phlying High defeated Jamstradamus by 9.08 points, so coach Mike Frier is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Jamstradamus -10.0

Soul Snatchers (5-3) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

X-Factors:

Soul Snatchers: Le’Veon Bell-RB (16.88) / Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood: Aaron Rodgers-QB (15.70)

The 5-3 Soul Snatchers play 5-3 Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood at Rodgers Field.

The Soul Snatchers were led in week 7 by a 27.10 point effort from Telvin Smith, who beat the Buffalo Bills offense for 8 tackles and 1 interception. With Smith on bye in week 8, they’ll need to count on their second-string LB to carry the team this week. In addition, Eric Decker was not injured before the start of his week 7 game, and contributed 9.40 points, but he’s listed as questionable in week 8 due to an injured knee , which might severely limit his fantasy production. Based on projections from Fantasy Sharks, the Soul Snatchers can expect a 16.88 point effort from Le’Veon Bell in week 8, who is expected to get by the Cincinnati Bengals defense for 90.59 rushing yards and 0.63 rushing TDs in addition to 37.2 receiving yards.

“This is always a tough place to play,” Soul Snatchers coach Marcus McKinley said.

“We have to stick to our bread-and-butter on offense,” Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood coach Michael Liotta said.

In week 3, Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood defeated the Soul Snatchers by 42.44 points, so coach Marcus McKinley is looking for revenge this week.

The Line: Soul Snatchers -16.0

“Brady’s Bunch” – The Thursday Morning Quarterback

Published by Tha Commish on October 30, 2015October 30, 2015

The Keeper’s Deadline

The Keeper’s Value

With Franchise Tag Option

Without Franchise Tag Option

Keeper’s Values Penalties

Week 8 Previews

San Diego Goats (4-4) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

DeSeantourage (5-3) at #1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2)

#3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1) at Carolina Hitmen (5-3)

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

Georgia Boy (0-8) at #2 1010011010 (6-2)

Clam Diggers (3-5) at I Go Deep (1-7)

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

Phlying High (4-4) at #4 The Gremlins (6-2)

Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4) at Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7)

NC Titans (0-8) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

Fear The CAT (5-3) at Soul Snatchers (5-3)

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Jamstradamus (3-5)

Game of the Week

#1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2) at #3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1)

Clam Diggers (3-5) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

San Diego Goats (4-4) at Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3)

Carolina Hitmen (5-3) at Georgia Boy (0-8)

I Go Deep (1-7) at DeSeantourage (5-3)

#2 1010011010 (6-2) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

#4 The Gremlins (6-2) at Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4)

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at NC Titans (0-8)

Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7) at Fear The CAT (5-3)

Jamstradamus (3-5) at Phlying High (4-4)

Soul Snatchers (5-3) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

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Published by Tha Commish on October 30, 2015October 30, 2015

**The Keeper’s Deadline**

**The Keeper’s Value**

*With Franchise Tag Option*

*Without Franchise Tag Option*

*Keeper’s Values Penalties*

**Week 8 Previews**

San Diego Goats (4-4) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

DeSeantourage (5-3) at #1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2)

#3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1) at Carolina Hitmen (5-3)

Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

Georgia Boy (0-8) at #2 1010011010 (6-2)

Clam Diggers (3-5) at I Go Deep (1-7)

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

Phlying High (4-4) at #4 The Gremlins (6-2)

Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4) at Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7)

NC Titans (0-8) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

Fear The CAT (5-3) at Soul Snatchers (5-3)

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Jamstradamus (3-5)

**Game of the Week**

#1 Dread Pirate Oso (6-2) at #3 I Got Sacks On Sacks On Sacks (7-1)

Clam Diggers (3-5) at JUICE’S and BERRY’s (4-4)

San Diego Goats (4-4) at Hakeem I Saw I Conquered (5-3)

Carolina Hitmen (5-3) at Georgia Boy (0-8)

I Go Deep (1-7) at DeSeantourage (5-3)

#2 1010011010 (6-2) at BUCKNASTY BOYS (3-5)

#4 The Gremlins (6-2) at Beer, Cheese, & Brats (4-4)

Orange Peanuts (4-4) at Hyde Yo Wife (4-4)

#5 Surprise Scorpians (6-2) at NC Titans (0-8)

Famous’ Crablegs & Bootlegs! (1-7) at Fear The CAT (5-3)

Jamstradamus (3-5) at Phlying High (4-4)

Soul Snatchers (5-3) at Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood (5-3)

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