NFL Quick Hits (Nov. 27th): Big Ben questionable for Sunday, Cedric Benson’s status still uncertain, and more
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Friday, November 27th 2009. Under Fantasy Football Tags: Ben Roethlisberger, Bernard Scott, Brandon Pettigrew, Brian Westbrook, Cedric Benson, Cincinnati, Clinton Portis, Jason Snelling, Jim Mora, Julius Jones, Justin Forsett, Kurt Warner, Marvin Lewis, Michael Turner, Seattle Seahawks, Steven Jackson, Tennessee Titans
Big Ben Considering Sitting Out Sunday's Game
Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is contemplating sitting out Pittsburgh's game against the Baltimore Ravens, despite being cleared to play and practicing all week.
Roethlisberger is just taking the necessary precautions, and considering the bad luck Brian Westbrook and Clinton Portis are having this year with ... Continue Reading
Fantasy Football Week 10 Start/Sit Review: Don’t Kill the Messenger
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Tuesday, November 17th 2009. Under Fantasy Football Tags: Anthony Gonzalez, Atlanta Falcons, Austin Collie, Baltimore Ravens, Brandon Pettigrew, Brett Favre, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Fantasy Football, Green Bay Packers, Greg Jennings, Indianapolis Colts, Jamaal Charles, Joe Flacco, John Carlson, Josh Freeman, Kansas City Chiefs, Matt Ryan, Matthew Stafford, Miami Dolphins, Michael Turner, Miles Austin, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, Pierre Garcon, Reggie Bush, Ricky Williams, Ronnie Brown, Ryan Grant, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
It was another good week for The Red Zone Report's Start/Sit column, so if you've been weary of taking fantasy advice, it may be time to jump aboard this train.
Take a look at how we did in each section from Week 10, and then stay tuned for Week 11's Start/Sit ... Continue Reading
NFL Fantasy Start & Sit Week 10: Back to the Brett Favre Magic
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Tuesday, November 10th 2009. Under Fantasy Football Tags: Aaron Rodgers, Antonio Bryant, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Austin Collie, Baltimore Ravens, Brandon Pettigrew, Brett Favre, Carolina Panthers, Dallas Clark, Dallas Cowboys, Detroit Lions, Donald Driver, Donovan McNabb, Drew Brees, Green Bay Packers, Greg Jennings, Jamaal Charles, JaMarcus Russell, James Jones, Joe Flacco, John Carlson, Josh Freeman, Kansas City Chiefs, Matt Cassel, Matt Hasselbeck, Matt Ryan, Matthew Stafford, Miami Dolphins, Miles Austin, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, nfl start and sit week 10, Oakland, packers, Philadelphia Eagles, Pierre Garcon, Reggie Bush, Reggie Wayne, Ricky Williams, Ryan Grant, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Todd Haley
We had a productive Start/Sit column last week, as we took advantage of some "can't miss" match-ups and suggested some solid starts out of Alex Smith and Ryan Grant, while made quality sleeper predictions by recommending you keep an eye on both Vince Young and Josh Freeman.
Every week brings forth ... Continue Reading
Which NFL rookies will have the most fantasy impact?
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Thursday, August 27th 2009. Under Fantasy Football, NFL Tags: Austin Collie, Bernard Scott, Brandon Pettigrew, Brian Hartline, Brian Robiskie, Chase Coffman, Chris Wells, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Donald Brown, Hakeem Nicks, James Casey, James Davis, Jared Cook, Jeremy Maclin, Kenny Britt, Knowshon Moreno, lesean mccoy, Lousi Murphy, mark sanchez, Matthew Stafford, Michael Crabtree, Percy Harvin, Rashad Jennings, Shawn Nelson, Shonn Greene
As is the case every year, there's a number of talented NFL newcomers who will make an immediate impact with their teams, and at the same time, with your fantasy team.
While there might not be someone who breaks out like an Adrian Peterson, Matt Forte, Chris Johnson, or Steve Slaton, ... Continue Reading
Fantasy Football: Tight End Tier Rankings
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Thursday, July 23rd 2009. Under Fantasy Football Tags: Alge Crumpler, Anthony Fasano, Antonio Gates, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Ben Watson, Billy Miller, Bo Scaife, Brad Cottam, Brandon Pettigrew, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Chris Cooley, Dallas Clark, Dallas Cowboys, Daniel Graham, Dante Rosario, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Donald Lee, Dustin Keller, Green Bay Packers, Greg Olsen, Heath Miller, Houston Texans, Jacksonville Jaguars, Jason Witten, Jeff King, jeremy shockey, Jermichael Finley, John Carlson, Kansas City Chiefs, Kellen Winslow, Kevin Boss, L.J. Smith, Mercedes Lewis, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Owen Daniels, Pittsburgh Steelers, Randy McMichael, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, St. Louis Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Todd Heap, Tony Gonzalez, Tony Scheffler, Travis Beckum, Vernon Davis, Visanthe Shiancoe, Washington Redskins, Zach Miller
Our final installment of fantasy football offensive tier rankings see us take a look at the tight ends. A productive tight end can make the difference between glory and disappointment, so hopefully you use these rankings as a guide to help ensure you pick wisely.
Tier One (Rounds ... Continue Reading
Fantasy Football Preview: Tight Ends
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Monday, June 22nd 2009. Under Uncategorized Tags: AFC, AFC East, AFC North, AFC South, AFC West, Antonio Gates, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Brad Cottam, Brandon Pettigrew, Brett Favre, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chase Coffman, Chicago Bears, Chris Cooley, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Clark, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Donald Lee, Dustin Keller, Eli Manning, Fantasy Football, Green Bay Packers, Greg Olsen, Heath Miller, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Jason Witten, jeremy shockey, John Carlson, Kansas City Chiefs, Kellen Winslow, Kevin Boss, L.J. Smith, Matt Hasselbeck, Matt Ryan, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, NFC East, NFC North, NFC South, NFC West, Oakland Raiders, Owen Daniels, Peyton Manning, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, St. Louis Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Todd Heap, Tony Gonzalez, Vernon Davis, Visanthe Shiancoe, Washington Redskins
With only around five "elite" tight ends in the league, and only another 10 that could be deemed "solid" fantasy starters, it'd be a waste of time to run through two separate conferences.
Here at The Red Zone Report, we're all about delivering fast, accurate knowledge. We don't beat around the ... Continue Reading
2009 NFL Draft Team Grades - NFC North
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Friday, May 1st 2009. Under NFL, NFL Draft Tags: 2009 NFL Draft, Asher Allen, B.J. Raji, Bernard Berrian, Boston College, Brad Jones, Brandon Pettigrew, California, Chicago Bears, Clay Matthews, Colorado, Dan Gronkowski, DeAndre Levy, Derek Kinder, Derrick Williams, Detroit Lions, Florida, Georgia, Green Bay Packers, Jamarca Sanford, Jamon Meredith, Jarron Gilbert, Jasper Brinkley, Jay Cutler, Jerry Angelo, Justin Harrell, Louis Delmas, Marcus Freeman, Maryland, Matthew Stafford, Minnesota Vikings, mississippi, NFC North, Ohio State, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Penn State, Percy Harvin, Phil Loadholt, Pittsburgh, Ryan Pickett, San Jose State, South Carolina, Wisconsin, Zack Follett
The members of the NFC North can all come away feeling pretty good about their acquisitions in the 2009 NFL Draft. Which NFC North member came out the best?
Chicago Bears
Grade: A
Best: Jarron Gilbert, DE, San Jose State
The Bears are all about defense, and now it looks like they're ... Continue Reading
2009 NFL Draft Prospect Rankings - Tight Ends (4/20)
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Monday, April 20th 2009. Under Uncategorized Tags: Anthony Hill, Brandon Pettigrew, California, Cameron Murrah, Central Washington, Chase Coffman, Cornelius Ingram, Florida, James Casey, Jared Bronson, Jared Cook, Missouri, North Carolina State, Oklahoma State, Rice, Shawn Nelson, South Carolina, Southern Miss, Travis Beckum, Wisconsin
1. Brandon Pettigrew (Oklahoma State)
Has great size and build, along with long arms. Isn't overly athletic for the position, but is still smooth and fluid. Is a very physical and dominant blocker. Isn't very elusive in the open field. Doesn't offer great production in the passing game, overall.
2. Shawn Nelson ... Continue Reading
Kevin Roberts’ 2009 NFL Mock Draft (3 Rounds - 4/24/09) - Round 1
Posted By Kevin Roberts On Wednesday, April 15th 2009. Under Uncategorized Tags: Aaron Curry, Aaron Maybin, Al Davis, Alabama, Albert Haynesworth, Andre Smith, Arizona, Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, B.J. Raji, Baltimore Ravens, Baylor, Boston College, Brandon Pettigrew, Braylon Edwards, Brett Favre, Brian Cushing, Brian Dawkins, Brian Orakpo, Brian Westbrook, Bruce Matthews, Buffalo Bills, Carson Palmer, Chicago, Chris Kemoeatu, Chris Wells, Cincinnati Bengals, Clay Matthews, Cleveland Browns, Connecticut, Dallas, Darius Butler, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Daunte Culpepper, David Garrard, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Donte' Stallworth, Eben Britton, Eugene Monroe, Evander Hood, Everette Brown, Florida, Florida State, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Jared Allen, Jason Smith, Jason Taylor, Jeremy Maclin, Josh Freeman, Josh McDaniels, Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas State, Knowshon Moreno, Louis Delmas, LSU, Malcolm Jenkins, mark sanchez, Maryland, Matthew Stafford, Max Starks, Michael Crabtree, Michael Johnson, Michael Oher, Mike McKenzie, Mike Singletary, Mike Vrabel, Minnesota, Minnesota Vikings, Missouri, New England Patriots, New York Giants, New York Jets, Oakland Raiders, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Orlando Pace, Penn State, Percy Harvin, Peria Jerry, Phil Loadholt, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, Plaxico Burress, Quinn Pitcock, Robert Ayers, Ryan Fitzpatrick, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Sean Considine, St. Louis Rams, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Ted Thompson, Tennessee, Tennessee Titans, Texas, Tyson Jackson, USC, Virginia, Wake Forest, Washington Redskins, Western Michigan, Ziggy Hood
How do the draft's top prospects grade out by position? Check out our 2009 NFL Draft prospect rankings. Of course, wait until after you're finished checking out Kevin's updated mock.
Updated: 4/24/09
Round 1
1. Detroit Lions - Matthew Stafford, QB, Georgia
When you calculate the value of the position, the ... Continue Reading
NFL Scouting Combine Storylines: Offense
Posted By Eddie Griffin On Wednesday, February 18th 2009. Under NFL Draft Tags: 2008 NFL Draft, Alabama, Alex Mack, Andre Smith, Baltimore, Baylor, Brandon Pettigrew, Buffalo, Cal, Chase Coffman, Chris Wells, Clemson, Cleveland, Connecticut, Darrius Heyward-Bey, Devin Moore, Donald Brown, Duke Robinson, Eugene Monroe, Georgia, Hakeem Nicks, Iowa, James Davis, Jared Cook, Jason Smith, Javon Ringer, Jeremy Maclin, Josh Freeman, Kansas State, Kenny Britt, Knowshon Moreno, Liberty, mark sanchez, Maryland, Matthew Stafford, Michael Crabtree, Michael Oher, Missouri, New York Giants, NFL Draft, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State, Ole Miss, Percy Harvin, Rashard Jennings, Rhett Bomar, Rutgers, Shonn Greene, South Carolina, St. Louis, Steven Jackson, Tennessee, USC, Virginia, Wyoming
This weekend, many an NFL Draft fanatic will be tuned into the NFL Network or sitting in front of their computer as the stars, starters, busts, and footnotes of tomorrow will showcase their talents at the combine in Indianapolis.
New venue, new prospects, same process. Through all of ... Continue Reading









