2014 Rankings: Top-200 | Top-200 (Half-PPR) | Top-200 (PPR) | QB | RB | RB (PPR)| WR | WR (PPR) | TE | TE (PPR) | K | DST | IDP Rankings: Top-100 | DL | DB | LB
Here come the big scorers. As opposed to the DLs, a very top heavy position, the Linebackers are much more balanced. There are a few studs, but they'll come at a cost, and there is plenty of value to be found elsewhere. Based on name recognition, it might surprise some people to see Lavonte David at the top of the list. He's probably most famous for costing the Bucs their Week 1 game against the Jets with that ridiculous Unnecessary Roughness penalty. But David is so much more than that. In a division with an extremely diverse set of offenses, David is a legit three-down LB who can put up stats in a variety of ways. He leads a very impressive crop of young LBs (half of my top 10 are 24 or younger), which makes the future of the IDP game very bright.
Monthly Archives: July 2014
2014 Overrated: Montee Ball
July 31, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, 2014 Overrated | 10 Commentsby: Jay
I only hold hands when I hold balls. Totally makes sense.
It has been pointed out that in my 2014 Fantasy Football Rankings, Montee Ball ranks quite lower than that of my peers. And while my first argument for this would be: gravity, bro (get it?), there are still many question marks here that prevent me from fully believing, kind of like Scientology. But less-less crazy and with more of Peyton Manning's forehead. And, sure, it's easy to point out that the Broncos offense remains elite from last season's historic run, which certainly played a large role in Knowshon Moreno's gaudy totals. And it should be noted, in that environment, Ball was able to average 4.7 yards-per-carry for the season (5.9 YPG in the final two months). But there are some things still holding me back. But don't worry, I'm still the big spoon in this scenario. We can all rest easy friends.
Well, if you hadn't noticed, (which is most likely the case), we have our very own Fantasy Football Draft Kit! Yay us! (And you!) While calling it a "kit" makes it sound like some kind of Inspector Gadget wonder-tool, or, I don't know, maybe a Trans Am A.I. with a oh-so-soothing voice that blows sh*t up because-- 80's television yo... well, it's much more than that. It's your one-stop destination for everything drafty (is that a word?) that originates from Razzball. You'll find our Fantasy Football Rankings here (with an update to come next week, along with the much anticipated Half-PPR rankings). Also by next week, you'll see our auction values and projected stats. On top of that (oh yes, there's more, and it goes on top), it'll be updated daily as we produce content on the overrated players, underrated players, and sleepers. Because sometimes, everyone gets sleepy. There will also be on-going team previews and comparisons between our rankings and those of our peers. And while I can't promise our Draft Kit will have Skynet like abilities in wiping out your competition AND the entire human race with robots that have an Austrian accent... we do promise to try to keep you entertained and informed. 'Cause that's what we do. Word.
So allow me to introduce the Razzball 2014 Fantasy Football Draft Kit...
2014 Rankings: Top-200 | Top-200 (Half-PPR) | Top-200 (PPR) | QB | RB | RB (PPR)| WR | WR (PPR) | TE | TE (PPR) | K | DST | IDP Rankings: Top-100 | DL | DB | LB
Now that we're done going through the Front Sevens, it's time for the annual crapshoot of ranking Defensive Backs. Sure, guys like Harrison Smith and Eric Weddle are good bets to produce, but 2013's consensus DB1, Morgan Burnett, barely made the top 20 DBs for the season last year. Injuries, role changes, and wild performance shifts all play more of a role for D-Backs than for any other fantasy football position outside of kickers. So rather than focus too much on one player or another, I'll take a deeper look at strategy before diving into the rankings.
Strategy: The Do’s and Don’ts of Drafting
July 29, 2014 | 2014 Draft Strategy, 2014 Fantasy Football | 14 Commentsby: Jay
Welcome back for another strategy session, where you and I sit down, group our intellect together, and prepare to discuss fantasy football ad nauseum, and then promptly get distracted by Pornhub.com. So pretty much every other Tuesday, for me at least. We already have a Beginners Guide to Fantasy Football for those of you who had no idea fantasy football existed... I'm sure there are dozens of you. DOZENS! But now that we have the "101" stuff out of the way, now we arrive at the do's and don'ts of a draft. As what should be pretty self explanatory, there are things that you should do, and things that you should not do. Crazy stuff, I know. Granted, these are based on my own practices and experiences, so take them for what you will. Which, frankly, should be lots. Because it's free. Free stuff is always good. Unless it's crayfish in your pants. That's something that's free, mysterious, titillating, and scary all at the same time.
So, wouldn't it be cool if you could take on some of your favorite contributors and all of the Razzball readers and commentators in one huge free fantasy football league? IT WOULD BE COOL YO. That's why we made this possible. And why it was in all caps. Welcome to the 2014 Fantasy Football RCL. Where all of the Razzballers get to hang out, talk some football, and compete against each other in the game we all love. While we can't create a 500 person league as of yet, since the technology has yet to be invented, what we can do is create multiple 12-person leagues and pit them all against each other. If you don't like that, well, you can be the one to wait for the future to come. So enjoy those dragons with lasers. Who wear black leather. Blasting Daft Punk. ENJOY IT. However, if you are not such a timey prude, join us for some fantasy football funnage. Totally a word. So I present to you-- the 2014 RCL Fantasy Football Season, with prizes!
2014 Fantasy Football Team Name Generator
July 27, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, Fantasy Football Tools | 7 Commentsby: Jay
We are approaching the beginning of the Fantasy Football season. There are Fantasy Football Rankings everywhere, the Draft Strategy series has begun, we're going over the sleepers, the overrated, the underrated, and everything is falling into place except for one big thing (that's what she said). That's right, your team name remains the one true mystery that must be solved. Be the Sherlock of your league. Don't be the Dr. Watson. I mean, be a doctor, that seems like an admirable profession that pays well. More like-- don't be the Watson part. Actually, being Watson isn't that bad, since you get to star in a plethora of Lord of the Ring movies with a guy who wears spandex and ping pong balls as a living. So, actually, you can be both those guys AND have an amazing team name. That's what I'm trying to say. I think. Anyhow, allow me to introduce the Razzball Fantasy Football Team Name Generator.
Find me after the jump for some examples our generator has produced, or post some of your favorites!
2014 Team Preview: Tennessee Titans
July 27, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, 2014 Team Previews | 2 Commentsby: Doc Matt
For a sixth straight season, Razzball will be interviewing NFL-team blogs for some actual in-depth football knowledge to shed some additional light on our fantasy football knowledge. Keep your eye out for an interview for every NFL team for our Team Preview Series through the summer. This installment comes courteous of Sharona Fabulosa from the leading Tennessee Titans’ blog: Sports By Sharona.
Nick Raducanu from ProjectRoto joins me to discuss his valet draft service, Trent Richardson, CJ Spiller, Sammy Watkins and more!
Remember to visit Razzball Radio for all your Razzball media needs. And be sure to get your tickets for the Razzball 32 Fantasy Draft Parties in 32 NFL cities, all in the span of 32 days.
Razzball Radio: Sleepers To Target In Your Draft
July 26, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, Razzball Radio |
Seth joins me to break down fantasy football sleepers you want to target in your upcoming drafts. It's draft strategy season and we're here to help you prepare!
Remember to visit Razzball Radio for all your Razzball media needs. And be sure to get your tickets for the Razzball 32 Fantasy Draft Parties in 32 NFL cities, all in the span of 32 days.
Ray Rice Suspended Two Games For Assault
July 25, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, Fantasy Football Daily Notes | 19 Commentsby: Jay
The Ray's gonna Ray, amiright?
Razzball is usually known for humorous, pun-filled titles that tickle you in all the right places. And at first glance, you may have gone "Jay, where's the funny brah?", so I should state for the record that the title actually is a joke. Announced by the league yesterday afternoon, Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice has been suspended for the first two games of the 2014 season for violating the NFL's personal conduct policy following his off-season arrest for domestic violence (from Rice's altercation with then-fiancée Janay Palmer at an Atlantic City hotel in February, full story here). When the news broke on this in February, I had some thoughts on the matter, and since I try to use my brain at least a few times a day (no promises), I have even more thoughts following yesterday's news. ALL THE THOUGHTS.
2014 Underrated: Kendall Wright
July 24, 2014 | 2014 Fantasy Football, 2014 Underrated | 11 Commentsby: Jay
"Could somebody hold one of my balls?"
Last season, Kendall Wright had 94 receptions for 1,079 yards with 2 touchdowns. Yes, you read that correctly. Just two. That is not Kendall Wright, rather, it's Kendall Wrong. Bold pun strategy there, I know. Simply magical. Now that I got that out of my system, you should know there are quite a few reasons why Wright is underrated. He's a 5'10" receiver, which translates into a smaller target in terms of the red zone, and his yards after the catch potential has been limited. Add in the fact that the Titan's quarterback position is questionable, on the surface, you have a guy that only has 6 career touchdowns spanning 26 games with a mediocre supporting cast. Yes, even after telling you all of that, you still need to buy. Why, may you ask? And you probably should, seeing as how I specifically tailored the rest of this post based on that assumption. Then again, I'm basically having a conversation with myself pretending that you are asking me something when the lack of time-travel and telepathy specifically does not allow this...
