Fan Fanatic Sports Staff
The first two weeks of the NFL have come and gone, so how is your fantasy football team doing? Like the actual NFL, for most teams there is no need to panic. Of course if you've been decimated by injuries, that's another matter. So really, how do you feel about your fantasy football team? Like most years, I am involved with three different leagues. With the exception of the Fan Fanatic Sports Fantasy League, the other two teams have very similar rosters, but all three are 2-0 so far. Am I happy? Yes, I am, but also know it means absolutely nothing.
I am fascinated by the first few weeks of a fantasy football season. Why? I love to see the dash to pick up free agents off the waiver wire. I love to see which players fantasy owners have dumped so quickly. Don't get me wrong, I am often one of first to pick up a player, but try not to turn my roster over too early. So, the basis of this article today is to look at the 5 hottest pickups over the first two weeks and look at the long term viability of each player.
1. Mike Bell - Saints
Mike Bell has been producing like a #1 running back the first two weeks of the season. He's been nothing short of great, but did suffer a knee injury this past Sunday. There is no structural damage, but Pierre Thomas is being slowly worked back into the rotation. He will not be a starter, but it may be one of those bad luck years for Thomas. My suggestion is to ride Bell while you can, and stash just in case.
2. Steve Smith - Giants
If you play in a point per reception league, the "other" Steve Smith will be a very good play for you. He seems to be Eli Manning's go to guy, and that means a lot. He already has 16 receptions after two games and over 200 yards receiving. If you have him as your third fantasy receiver than you're doing very well for yourself. I doubt he's still available, but if he is, make sure to get him.
3. Mario Manningham - Giants
After making only 4 receptions in his rookie season, it looks like this former Michigan standout is actually going to have a career. From most reports, Manningham pretty much had no idea what he was doing last year. This year couldn't be any different. I doubt he'll ever be a great route runner, but his size and speed will lead to big plays. He will not be as reliable as teammate Steve Smith is by far a better play each week, but he definitely deserves to be on a fantasy roster, just not as a consistent starter.
4. Johnny Knox - Bears
No, this isn't the guy from Jack*ss. That's Johnny Knoxville. This rookie has absolutely burst onto the scene. He followed up a good first game by topping that with 6 receptions, 70 yards and a touchdown. Not bad for his 2nd career game. He has shown to be the only Bears receiver to be on the same page as Jay Cutler, and that means more than most people realize. I think he'll end up being the Bears most productive wide receiver on a team that desperately needs some consistency at that position.
5. Correll Buckhalter - Broncos
Buckhalter has been far more productive in his first two weeks than I thought he'd be. He only has a total of 17 carries for over 7 yards per carry. As the season goes on look for Knowshon Moreno to become the starter, but we are talking about a team that is coached by a former Bill Belichick. What does that mean? Josh McDaniels will most likely go with a running back by committee. I don't see him as a season long play.
Well, good luck to everyone in week 3, and make sure to check back every Friday for you fantasy football fix here at Fan Fanatic Sports
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