So I sweated out a couple of victories this weekend. As fun as it seemed, I contained my inner Jim Harbaugh. Come on, Jim. If anyone should go completely bonkers over a victory, it is team Lil Bow Wow. I’m now 6-0. And my competition is tough. No silly little NFC West. And try beating the Lions without your starting quarterback, wide receiver or your defense.
While I write – and obsess – about the game of make-believe football, the stuff on the actual field has its drama and lure. Yeah, even with no stake in the game. From the Harbaugh-Schwartz scuffle to unnecessary roughness against Sean Payton to Romo’s meltdown. Again. I don’t get it either, Dez. And how about VY? Good grief! You’re the relief pitcher with the 81.00 ERA. Two pitches and yank.
Every now and then, you should step away from the stat tracker and enjoy the game. Of course, make sure your lineup is set. And with that, check out these waiver finds:
DeMarco Murray – Felix Jones’ high ankle sprain is just as annoying as his production this season. Murray is the new guy in Dallas. Not particulary impressive against New England with 39 total yards, but he is expected to serve as lead back, splitting time with Tashard Choice. Murray and the Cowboys have a favorable matchup, facing the sad Rams on Sunday. Available in 84 percent of Yahoo leagues.
Montario Hardesty – It wasn’t pretty but Hardesty got his chances on Sunday, subbing for the hammy-stricken Peyton Hillis. With 11 carries for 35 measly yards, Hardesty added 18 receiving yards. Still, not impressive. And I haven’t even mentioned his dropped passes. With Hillis questionable for Sunday, he’s a decent option for owners with injury-plagued RBs or bye week choices to make… or those who just wanna roll the dice and see what happens with this guy. Available in 81 percent of Yahoo leagues.
Jake Ballard – Now I know why Victor Cruz was hiding. Manningham found the Bobby Brady bad luck tiki, nullifying multiple touchdown opportunities. Meanwhile, Ballard reaped five catches for 81 yards. Week 7 is a bye, but I like the Miami matchup week 8. Available in 89 percent of Yahoo leagues.
Fred Davis – After vying with Chris Cooley for the ball, a broken finger gives Davis the starting job for the next few weeks. With all ten digits, Davis grabbed six passes for 95 yards. Nervous about Rex? Me too. Remember, there’s less risk with tight end. Even I can throw a ball 10 yards. Available in 53 percent of Yahoo leagues.
Demaryius Thomas – Brandon Lloyd’s exit provides great opportunity for the Georgia Tech product. Still a few question marks here: How much will Tebow throw? Will Decker be the favorite? Will Tebow stink? Consider Thomas a viable No. 3/flex play. Available in 98 percent of Yahoo leagues.
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