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Pregame chat recap with Roger Rotter

by Roger Rotter

Roger is a senior editor for the FOXSports.com fantasy group. Read his blog for more analysis. Have a question or comment? Send them!


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Updated: November 9, 2009, 4:34 PM EST
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 Roger Rotter Fantasy Football Chat(11/08/2009) 
10:55
FOX Fantasy: 
Hi all! Roger Rotter will be here shortly to answer all your lineup questions.
Sunday November 8, 2009 10:55 FOX Fantasy
11:01
FOX Fantasy: 

A reader asks: Hey Roger, I pulled out another win thanks to your advice last week. Quick question, should I start Nate Burleson at Detroit or stick with Steve Smith (NYG) against a tough SD pass defense. My other starter is Reggie Wayne (no brainer every week).

Sunday November 8, 2009 11:01 FOX Fantasy
11:02
Roger Rotter: 
Glad to help! Hope your winning ways continue. I'd give the edge to Steve Smith as he's been been one of the top fantasy receivers this season.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:02 Roger Rotter
11:03
FOX Fantasy: 
Brian asks: Question of the day ... Slaton or Moats?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:03 FOX Fantasy
11:04
Roger Rotter: 

The slight nod goes to Ryan Moats. He's expected to start while Slaton will be the receiving back, similar to what I thought would work best.

Sunday November 8, 2009 11:04 Roger Rotter
11:05
Roger Rotter: 
I still think Moats will receive the goal-line carries.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:05 Roger Rotter
11:10
Roger Rotter: 
I have moved up Moats to No. 22 in my RB rankings.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:10 Roger Rotter
11:10
FOX Fantasy: 
Skip asks: Normally I'd start Romo but I picked up Hasselbeck vs The Lions just for today. Is it worth making the change?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:10 FOX Fantasy
11:11
Roger Rotter: 
No, keep Romo as your starter. He's improved with the emergence of Miles Austin as Dallas' No. 1 wideout.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:11 Roger Rotter
11:12
FOX Fantasy: 
Jennifer asks: Boldin, Henderson, Aiken, Westbrook, TJ, LT, Jamaal Charles, Rice, and I. Bruce. Which 6 would you play?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:12 FOX Fantasy
11:17
Roger Rotter: 
Start LaDainian Tomlinson, Ray Rice, T.J. Houshmandzadeh, Anquan Boldin (assuming he is active) and Devery Henderson. If Boldin is out, then start Westbrook.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:17 Roger Rotter
11:17
FOX Fantasy: 
A reader asks: Roger, should I start Matt Schaub or Tony Romo?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:17 FOX Fantasy
11:18
Roger Rotter: 
Start Schaub against Indy's defense that will be missing three starters in the seconday.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:18 Roger Rotter
11:19
FOX Fantasy: 

Mark asks: Hey Roger, I got a Flex and TE spot to fill this week and 3 guys to choose from - Celek, Dallas Clark, and Burleson. I'm really liking Burleson against the Lions D, but which TE do you think will be seeing better looks today?

Sunday November 8, 2009 11:19 FOX Fantasy
11:20
Roger Rotter: 

Yes, I agree and would start Burleson against Detroit's sixth-worst passing defense that has permiited the second-most passing scores (18).

Sunday November 8, 2009 11:20 Roger Rotter
11:22
Roger Rotter: 
I'd then start Dallas Clark as Indy and Houston should engage in a high-scoring affair. Peyton Manning's had great success against Houston before, and Schaub should have success as well. Dallas Clark has also posted nice results in previous meetings against Houston.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:22 Roger Rotter
11:22
Roger Rotter: 
Chase asks: Which QB to start.....Flacco @ Cincy, Palmer vs. Baltimore, or Warner @ Chicago?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:22 Roger Rotter
11:23
Roger Rotter: 
Start Warner against Chicago. The Bears have been inconsistent against the pass, and allowed Carson Palmer to throw for five scores a couple of weeks ago.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:23 Roger Rotter
11:26
FOX Fantasy: 
Kurt asks: VERY(!!) windy down here in Tampa right now. Rodgers or Hasselbeck?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:26 FOX Fantasy
11:27
Roger Rotter: 
The weather report shows medium winds in Tampa Bay. I'd still start Rodgers. He has a strong arm and could have a good day by just throwing a few short passing scores near the goal line.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:27 Roger Rotter
11:33
FOX Fantasy: 
A reader asks: I need to pick one RB. Should I start Marion Barber or Kevin Smith?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:33 FOX Fantasy
11:34
Roger Rotter: 
Start Marion Barber. He's the featured back for Dallas while Kevin Smith could share carries with Maurice Morris.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:34 Roger Rotter
11:36
FOX Fantasy: 
Tim asks: M. Floyd, Celek or Maclin in my FLEX position?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:36 FOX Fantasy
11:37
Roger Rotter: 
Start Maclin as he's shown he could have a big receiving day and faces an erratic pass defense. Dallas ranks in the league's lower 11 in passing yards and touchdowns.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:37 Roger Rotter
11:40
FOX Fantasy: 
PJ asks: Moats or Portis?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:40 FOX Fantasy
11:44
Roger Rotter: 
I'd give the slight edge to Ryan Moats since he'll likey have more scoring chances.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:44 Roger Rotter
11:45
FOX Fantasy: 
Randy asks: Just picked up McCoy off of waivers and now it seems that Westbrook is out. Do I start McCoy or Addai at Flex?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:45 FOX Fantasy
11:50
FOX Fantasy: 
The Sideline Reports that Brian Westbrook isn't expected to play.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:50 FOX Fantasy
11:52
Roger Rotter: 
I've removed Brian Westbrook from the Top 300 and RB rankings. LeSean McCoy takes Westbrook's place at No. 17 in my RB rankings.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:52 Roger Rotter
11:53
Roger Rotter: 
Start Joseph Addai, though. Addai is ranked higher at 13th and Donald Brown is out again.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:53 Roger Rotter
11:54
FOX Fantasy: 
Antonio Bryant and Donald Brown are inactive, according to the Sideline Report.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:54 FOX Fantasy
11:56
Roger Rotter: 
I apologize for the delays in this chat with some technical difficulties.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:56 Roger Rotter
11:56
FOX Fantasy: 
A reader asks: Do you see any concerns with Roddy White, or should I sit him and play Derrick Mason?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:56 FOX Fantasy
11:56
Roger Rotter: 
No, start Roddy White. He will play and is a threat for 100 yards and multiple TDs every game.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:56 Roger Rotter
11:57
Roger Rotter: 
Derrick Mason was shut out last time against Cincy, though he should rebound this game.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:57 Roger Rotter
11:57
FOX Fantasy: 
Bobby asks: Matt Ryan or David Garrard at QB?
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:57 FOX Fantasy
11:58
Roger Rotter: 
Start Matt Ryan against Washington. He's been more consistent.
Sunday November 8, 2009 11:58 Roger Rotter
12:00
FOX Fantasy: 

A reader asks: Need a big win this week roger. Pick Three. Clinton Portis, Brandon Marshall, Calvin Johnson, Michael Crabtree, Steve Smith, Austin Collie, or Miles Austin.

Sunday November 8, 2009 12:00 FOX Fantasy
12:05
Roger Rotter: 
Start Miles Austin, either one of the Steve Smiths (doesn' matter which one), and Calvin Johnson. If Calvin is declared inactive before the late afternoon game, then start Brandon Marshall for the Monday night game instead.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:05 Roger Rotter
12:06
FOX Fantasy: 
Sideline Report says Anquan Boldin and Baltimore DT Haloti Ngata are inactive.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:06 FOX Fantasy
12:14
Roger Rotter: 
My overall, RB and WR rankings are updated with Anquan Boldin, Antonio Bryant, Donald Brown and Brian Westbrook removed from the rankings.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:14 Roger Rotter
12:15
Roger Rotter: 
Of note of who were added, Arizona wide receiver Early Doucet (who may receive some playing time) and Kansas City backup running back Kolby Smith.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:15 Roger Rotter
12:16
Roger Rotter: 
Tampa Bay rookie Sammie Stroughter climbs to No. 38 in my WR rankings. He'll be looking to establish a rapport with fellow rookie QB Josh Freeman.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:16 Roger Rotter
12:17
[Comment From Guest Guest : ] 
Glazer is reporting Westbrook as iffy.... What are you hearing and would you play L. McCoy over Kevin Smith?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:17 Guest
12:18
Roger Rotter: 
I wouldn't take a chance on Westbrook with reports swirling that he won't play.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:18 Roger Rotter
12:18
Roger Rotter: 
I'd start McCoy over Kevin Smith.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:18 Roger Rotter
12:19
FOX Sports: 
Adam asks: LT or Moats?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:19 FOX Sports
12:19
Roger Rotter: 
Start Tomlinson against the Giants' struggling defense.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:19 Roger Rotter
12:21
FOX Sports: 
Kurt asks: who to start among 3 wrs: vincent jackson, miles austin, reggie wayne, nate burleson or santonio holmes. and 2 rbs: moats, slaton, brandon jacobs?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:21 FOX Sports
12:21
Roger Rotter: 
Start Reggie Wayne, Vincent Jackson and Miles Austin. Then go with Brandon Jacobs and Ryan Moats.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:21 Roger Rotter
12:22
FOX Fantasy: 
Mike asks: Carlson or Fred Davis...also Jennings, Ward or Sims-Walker..thanks
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:22 FOX Fantasy
12:22
Roger Rotter: 
Start Carlson who has a favorable matchup, and start Jennings.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:22 Roger Rotter
12:23
FOX Fantasy: 
Dan asks: J Charles, J Stewart, or R Moats? Thanks Roger!
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:23 FOX Fantasy
12:24
FOX Fantasy: 
Start Jonathan Stewart against New Orleans shaky run defense. It will be missing both defensive tackles Kendrick Clancy and Sedrick Ellis, and has struggled stopping the run for the past two games.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:24 FOX Fantasy
12:26
FOX Fantasy: 
Tyler asks: Should I pick up Floyd for security in case Manningham and Calvin are ruled out at the last second like last week?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:26 FOX Fantasy
12:27
Roger Rotter: 
Yes, that's a good contigency plan. You never know with injured players despite whatever the reports/speculations say before the games.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:27 Roger Rotter
12:28
FOX Fantasy: 
A reader asks: With Boldin out does Flacco become a better start than Warner?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:28 FOX Fantasy
12:29
Roger Rotter: 
No. Warner is still a better start. He's already proven (like last season) that he can produce a solid fantasy day without Boldin. He has competent receivers like Steve Breaston and Jerheme Urban to throw to in order to compensate for the loss of Boldin.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:29 Roger Rotter
12:31
FOX Sports: 
Ben asks: Julius Jones or J Stew - big call for me.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:31 FOX Sports
12:32
Roger Rotter: 
Stewart. I'd rather depend on Carolina's running game than Seattle's running game. Julius Jones has been so erratic in his career, and he could lose some carries to Justin Forsett with an eye towards the future (especially after Edgerrin James was released).
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:32 Roger Rotter
12:33
FOX Fantasy: 

A reader asks: Bradshaw or Maroney?

Sunday November 8, 2009 12:33 FOX Fantasy
12:34
Roger Rotter: 
San Diego has struggled stopping the run, and ranks as the sixth-worst run defense. Based upon his previous production, offensive system and opponent, Bradshaw is the better start.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:34 Roger Rotter
12:35
Roger Rotter: 

Don't discount Maroney this week as he's ranked No. 26 in my RB rankings. He's facing a Miami defense that's missing run-stuffer Jason Ferguson. Additionally, both Fred Taylor and Sammy Morris are out.

Sunday November 8, 2009 12:35 Roger Rotter
12:37
Roger Rotter: 
But he's lower than Bradshaw because the Patriots are inconsistent with how much they run, whether they give the RB the goal-line call instead of passing, and if other running backs like Kevin Faulk or BenJarvis Green-Ellis will receive the goal-line calls or share carries with Maroney.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:37 Roger Rotter
12:38
FOX Fantasy: 
Pat asks: Hear good things about Jamaal Charles, and I want to play him in my flex. But I also have Steve Smith (NYG). He hasn't been producing well as of late because of Eli and I was thinking about taking a gamble this week. Your thoughts?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:38 FOX Fantasy
12:39
Roger Rotter: 
Still start Steve Smith. KC has struggled mightily on offense this season, and Charles may receive limited scoring chances near the goal-line as a result.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:39 Roger Rotter
12:40
FOX Fantasy: 
Braydon asks: Mike Wallace or Pierre Garcon?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:40 FOX Fantasy
12:41
Roger Rotter: 
Mike Wallace. He's essentially replaced Nate Washington as Pittsburgh's No. 3 wide receiver.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:41 Roger Rotter
12:42
Roger Rotter: 
He's also scored a touchdown or recorded at least 100 yards for three of the past five contests.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:42 Roger Rotter
12:47
FOX Sports: 
Brandon asks: Ryan Grant (who's been a dissapointment) or Mike Bell?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:47 FOX Sports
12:48
Roger Rotter: 
Start Grant. Tampa Bay rates as the league's third-worst run defense, and Green Bay has the potent offense to jump to a lead against the Bucs and protect it by running.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:48 Roger Rotter
12:50
FOX Fantasy: 
Shane asks: Bucs Freeman or Jamal Charles?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:50 FOX Fantasy
12:51
Roger Rotter: 

Start Josh Freeman, Tampa Bay's rookie QB. He could surprise and have a big game. There's limited NFL game film on him, and he has a lot of talent.

Sunday November 8, 2009 12:51 Roger Rotter
12:52
FOX Fantasy: 
Manny asks: Is Kevin Walter worth starting this week? I am thinking of starting him over Mike Wallace?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:52 FOX Fantasy
12:53
Roger Rotter: 
Definitely start Walter. He could have a big game against Indy's injury ravaged secondary, especially with Owen Daniels out for the season as well.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:53 Roger Rotter
12:54
FOX Sports: 
Zack asks: Mark Clayton or Hakeem Nicks?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:54 FOX Sports
12:54
Roger Rotter: 
Start Nicks. He's been more productive this season.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:54 Roger Rotter
12:55
FOX Fantasy: 
Tammy asks: Should I start Knox, Collie, Manningham, or Floyd as my flex?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:55 FOX Fantasy
12:56
Roger Rotter: 
Start Austin Collie. He's the clear second wide receiver behind Reggie Wayne. Manningham missed the last game, so it's uncertain how effective he will be.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:56 Roger Rotter
12:58
FOX Fantasy: 
Randy asks: maurice morris or derrick ward?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:58 FOX Fantasy
12:59
Roger Rotter: 
Start Morris as he could have an expanded role.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:59 Roger Rotter
12:59
FOX Fantasy: 
Kristofer asks: Moats or Charles?
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:59 FOX Fantasy
12:59
Roger Rotter: 
Start Moats as he will likely be featured.
Sunday November 8, 2009 12:59 Roger Rotter
1:00
FOX Fantasy: 
Thanks for all your great questions! John Juhasz will chat Tuesday, and Mike Harmon will chat Thursday. Roger Rotter will chat again next Sunday.
Sunday November 8, 2009 1:00 FOX Fantasy
1:01
Roger Rotter: 
I appreciate all the excellent questions. Thanks for your great patience. Good luck! See you next Sunday from 11-1 p.m ET for the pregame chat.
Sunday November 8, 2009 1:01 Roger Rotter
1:03
 

 
 
 

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