Top 5 Picks for 2011

As I type this, it is still technically 2010 across the United States. But in a mere 4 hours, the continental US will be in a completely new year. So you can forget about how Randy Moss screwed you this year and erase the memory of trading Greg Jennings for Terrell Owens before his latest diva breakdown. Hopefully 2011 won't be so cruel.

So with that, let's take a look forward to who should be the top 5 players taken in next years' drafts:

1. Adrian Peterson RB, Vikings-

Arian Foster was by far the best runningback this year, but All Day is the definition of consistency. Let's take a look at 2010 as an example. If you had a choice to redraft, would you rather have taken Chris Johnson, MJD, Ray Rice, Andre Johnson or Adrian Peterson. My point exactly.

2. Arian Foster RB, Texans-

This was the year of surprises, and Arian was one of the biggest ones. He never looked back after his spectacular Week 1. Sure Gary Kubiak might be out, but as long as Foster is the feature back, his numbers should continue to be out of this world.

3. Chris Johnson RB, Titans-

CJ2K will have to find a new nickname next year, but his monstrous TD total following up a 2000 yard season makes Johnson a major target in all leagues.

4.Jamaal Charles RB, Chiefs-

Last year when I did this exercise, Charles was one of my top picks. My confidence started to fade with the emergence of Thomas Jones, but I should have stuck with my gut. The Chiefs' young star has excelled during the last 2 fantasy playoffs, and showed that he can produce despite limited carries. If the ball starts to find Charles in favor of Jones, he will be a definite RB1.

5. Michael Vick QB, Eagles-

As Kevin Kolb took the opening snap against Green Bay this year, it looked like Michael Vick was destined for bench duty in 2010. But boy did he prove the skeptics horribly wrong. Vick was absolutely explosive down the stretch, and if your league values rushing TDs more than passing ones, he could have very well been the highest scoring QB despite missing a handful of games. Durability issues will continue to haunt him considering how often he gets hit, but if Michael Vick isn't the first quarterback picked in your 2011 draft, I would seriously examine your competition's mental state.

Well that's all I've got for now. Be sure to check back for a hefty amount of fantasy baseball info as the season approaches. We have big things in store. Good luck if your fantasy season is still going, and most importantly, have a great new year!

Rashad Jennings Could Be a Savior this Sunday

I can slowly feel guilt creeping up on me after that title. Almost as much as I can hear the "Keep the Christ in Christmas" crew tapping at their keyboards. But I'm serious right now, if your fantasy hopes were dashed by a Big Ben- Mike Wallace tandem, allow Rashad Jennings to help resurrect them.

I'm sure you've seen the news that MJD is listed as doubtful against a deteriorating Redskins defense, and most of the time doubtful is not a good sign (unless your last name rhymes with Marv). If MJD rests this weekend, it opens a major door for Jennings, who hs been a tremendous goal line TD poacher and has shown some explosiveness over the past few weeks. I mean, the guy had 100 yards on 4 carries a couple weeks ago. If that's not a reason for your mouth to water, I don't know what is. Hand the ball to Jennings 20+ times a game, and it could lead to some dangerous numbers.

So if you are still alive for some prize in your fantasy league -- including the $5 bounty from the toilet bowl-- you should snag up Jennings (especially if you are an MJD owner or playing against one). If the little ball of Jacksonville lightning can't go, it could be a great day for this backup running back.

If Aaron Rodgers Should Sit...

With Green Bay's A-Rod most likely resting while nursing a concussion this week, the Packers' championship chances are fading fast. And as a fantasy titan falls, shockwaves radiate through our community. So let's analyze the impact a Rodges-less week 15 could have:

Matt Flynn becomes a last-ditch effort for those fighting for consolation prizes, or are Rodgers owners in very deep leagues. But facing a menacing Giants pass rush could cause major problems.

Brandon Jackson should see a few more carries since the aerial attack should be less of a threat.

Greg Jennings might not see the dropoff many pundits foresee. Flynn seemed to develop a minor dependence on him last week, plus he is by far his best option.

Donald Driver gets a small downgrade in my books. He obviously still has the goods after he juked out the entire 49ers squad, but with a mediocre QB his age might show.

Andrew Quarless could be a sleeper play this week. Flynn looked the TE's way early and often after relieving Rodgers last week. It could turn out to be a fluke provided by the porous Lions' D, but I'm willing to bet Flynn and Quarless could have the rapport Rodgers could never seem to find following Jermichael Finley's surgery.

So don't automatically discount all of Green Bay's fantasy contributors if Rodgers is a no go. Capitalizing on this stud's injury could propel you to a championship.

2010 Week 15 PPR Rankings: QB

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Other Rankings: QB RB WR TE

Rank	Player	Team	Opponent
1	Phillip Rivers	SD	vs SF
2	Michael Vick	PHI	at NYG
3	Peyton Manning	IND	vs JAX
4	Drew Brees	NO	at BAL
5	Kyle Orton	DEN	at OAK
6	Matt Ryan	ATL	at SEA
7	Jay Cutler	CHI	vs MIN
8	Tom Brady	NE	vs GB
9	Joe Flacco	BAL	vs NO
10	Eli Manning	NYG	vs PHI
11	Jon Kitna	DAL	vs WAS
12	Matt Schaub	HOU	at TEN
13	Ben Roethlisberger	PIT	vs NYJ
14	David Garrard	JAX	at IND
15	Matt Cassel	KC	at STL
16	Ryan Fitzpatrick	BUF	at MIA
17	Donovan McNabb	WAS	at DAL
18	Carson Palmer	CIN	vs CLE
19	Sam Bradford	STL	vs KC
20	Jason Campbell	OAK	vs DEN

2010 Week 15 PPR Rankings: RB

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Other Rankings: QB RB WR TE

Rank	Player	Team	Opponent
1	Chris Johnson	TEN	vs HOU
2	Arian Foster	HOU	at TEN
3	LeSean McCoy	PHI	at NYG
4	Maurice Jones-Drew	JAX	at IND
5	Peyton Hillis	CLE	at CIN
6	Adrian Peterson	MIN	at CHI
7	Steven Jackson	STL	vs KC
8	Michael Turner	ATL	at SEA
9	Jamaal Charles	KC	at STL
10	Ray Rice	BAL	vs NO
11	Knowshon Moreno	DEN	at OAK
12	Ahmad Bradshaw	NYG	vs PHI
13	Felix Jones	DAL	vs WAS
14	Rashard Mendenhall	PIT	vs NYJ
15	Darren McFadden	OAK	vs DEN
16	Matt Forte	CHI	vs MIN
17	Fred Jackson	BUF	at MIA
18	LeGarrette Blount	TB	vs DET
19	Tim Hightower	ARI	at CAR
20	BenJarvus Green-Ellis	NE	vs GB
21	Marshawn Lynch	SEA	vs ATL
22	Brian Westbrook	SF	at SD
23	Cedric Benson	CIN	vs CLE
24	Jahvid Best	DET	at TB
25	Brandon Jacobs	NYG	vs PHI
26	Mike Tolbert	SD	vs SF
27	Keiland Williams	WAS	at DAL
28	Jonathan Stewart	CAR	vs ARI
29	LaDanian Tomlinson	NYJ	at PIT
30	Brandon Jackson	GB	at NE
31	Ronnie Brown	MIA	vs BUF
32	Mike Goodson	CAR	vs ARI
33	Ricky Williams	MIA	vs BUF
34	Shonn Greene	NYJ	at PIT
35	Danny Woodhead	NE	vs GB