Fantasy sports has become a major focal point of American sports culture. Specifically fantasy football. Football is already the nation's number one sport and this game of fantasy football is made easier on casual fantasy players because team's only play once a week. Couple that with the American trend of needing something or somebody to root for when watching a game and fantasy football appears to be an internet force to be reckoned with.
Now the NFL season kicks off in just two days and most leagues have already conducted their drafts but the Bears appear to be so crappy that very few of their players were drafted at all. So with this list I'm giving you the top ten Bears fantasy potential prospects. The basis is not overall points, but how these guys compare in their respective positions. I have also included their percentage owned in Yahoo! fantasy leagues so you can scour the waiver wire after the Bears light up the Colts (or so we hope).
10. Rex Grossman, Backup QB, 1% owned in Yahoo leagues
Now it may sound crazy to think about taking a backup quarterback with a crappy offensive line and also has a litany of turnovers but this is fantasy we're talking. In that magical Super Bowl season two years ago Grossman had some of the best fantasy weeks of any player all season and if he gets a chance and you are in a deep league with multiple quarterbacks and bench spots then he might be worth the risk. Besides it was either Sexy Rexy at 10 or Mark "I'll finally show my potential" Bradley.
9. Kevin Jones, Backup RB, 26% owned in Yahoo leagues
Jones is currently the backup thanks in large part to his consistent trips to the injury wire, but he still scored eight touchdowns in limited action and still remains the Bears most experienced backfield option. If Matt Forte comes out of the gate slow then Jones could get a decent bulk of carries.
8. Kyle Orton, Starting QB, 4% owned in Yahoo leagues
Kyle Orton's Neckbeard, which is one of my teams, does not feature the Bears starting quarterback. This is because Orton can't throw a deep ball and doesn't throw for many yards. His over/under on Bodog for passing yards this season is 2,400 which is not good for fantasy production. The only thing that could make Orton a worthwhile fantasy player is if he throws a lot in the red zone, a realistic proposition considering the Bears poor offensive production in the run game.
7. Rashied Davis, WR, 2% owned in Yahoo leagues
Rashied quickly established himself as Orton's favorite receiver in the preseason and this could lead to more playing time and catches in the regular season. In leagues where catches count he could be a surprise player as the Bears will probably throw more quick slants routes than a seventh grader playing Madden.
6. Desmond Clark, TE, 15% owned in Yahoo leagues
Desmond Clark could be an interesting pickup. He did have over 500 yards and four touchdowns in a mediocre offense last year so why not again this year? He is also a favorite of Orton in the red zone.
5. Devin Hester, WR, 56% owned in Yahoo leagues
Everyone's favorite kick returner/soulja boy dancer is being counted on to make a leap to primary receiver. It will be interesting to see how Hester progresses this season, especially if Orton is unable to throw the deep ball with any consistency.
4. Matt Forte, Starting RB, 84% owned in Yahoo leagues
The Bears are counting on a rookie from Conference USA to carry the load this season and the results might not be pretty. But since there is the off-chance that Forte does grind out a lot of yards and a lot of goal line carries then he is worth the risk in running back dominated fantasy football.
3. Greg Olsen, TE, 53% owned in Yahoo leagues
Does Olsen have it in him to have a big season? Flashes last season showed he could be a dominant player for some stretches but for fantasy football it's all about week-in and week-out production, something Olsen must improve upon.
2. Bears Defense, 98% owned in Yahoo leagues
Bob Babich blitzing every play might give up more third downs and points but it will give you more sacks and help get you some points. Plus Devin Hester on return touchdowns helps quite a bit too if your league counts that under defense.
1. Robbie Gould, K, 56% owned in Yahoo leagues
To me it's shocking only 56 percent of leagues own Gould. He's reliable and most importantly he plays for a crappy offense that will give him more opportunities to kick field goals then extra points. Gould could be in for a big year just by being on a team with no big play threats besides Hester. This could be a really long year....
Monday, September 1, 2008
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8. Kyle Orton, Starting QB, 4% owned in Yahoo leagues
100% Guaranteed to lose their league.
It is not shocking that Gould is owned in only 56% of leagues. Frankly I'm surprised it is that high.
It is safe to say there are 12 teams with better offenses who will have more red zone and field goal opportunities.
first off, i'm putting down $200 for the under on that Orton prop on bodog
and i think the best fantasy team name ive seen this year is "The Goulden Showers" . and he actually has the guy on his team
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