Chris Henry (TEN)

I haven't put my finger on this exactly, but this guy really bothers me. Here are some random thoughts about Chris Henry, TEN Titans RB. I will admit that I had picked him up bunch of weeks ago when I heard that Chris Brown was hurt (this was in a 16 team league, so it wasn't much of a reach at the time).

I had him on my team for a few hours before I started to do some serious research on the guy.

Things to know about Chris Henry -

1) Career numbers at Arizona - 269 rushes for 892 yards. That's 28.8 yards per game and only had 9 TDs.

2) His best year at Arizona in 2006 - 165 carries for 581 yards and 7 TDs. But he only produced 3.5 yards / carry.

3) At the combine, he ran impressive 4.4 and 4.41 times with 26 reps in the lifting and a 36-inch vertical.

His workout blew people away, but his college stats don't impress. Does this sound like a second round pick to you?

Now in the NFL...look at the defenses he played - Houston and Oakland. Oakland is likely the worst YPC defense in the league. No surprise he did well there in limited action...

And of course the most importance piece of this whole thing right now...he's likely to be suspended for 4 games...but he took a substance that was banned a year ago. Working off an old list perhaps?

You should pick up the (other) Chris Henry.

Players I like this week (week 9)

Here are some players that might be flying under the radar in week 9...and I think might exceed their average numbers per game.

Marshawn Lynch RB, BUF
Marshawn has been running hard all year - and I think he might be able to break off a run or two against an uninspiring front of the Bengals defense. Don't worry, those ribs are fine. Look for him to maybe get a TD and / or his first 100 yd game.

Heath Miller TE, PIT
Heath always seems to preform better for the Steelers on Monday night. The Baltimore defense has the reputation, but they have not been playing as well as in years past. Look for Miller to get open on some quick underneath routes, and he might even take one pass deep. Finally, with Hines Ward back and Sanantonio Holmes playing well, Miller should get open for a few passes...and probably a score.

Carson Palmer QB, CIN
It's pretty obvious Carson has struggled without a solid third wideout to throw to. (I think he gets much better when Chris Henry plays next week). The Buffalo defense has been playing better, but I think we have the makings of an offensive shootout.

DJ Hackett WR, SEA
This pick is coming out of nowhere, but the Hawks are playing the Cleveland D. Hasselbeck has one of his favorite receivers back...might be the week you get Hackett in the lineup.
I don't think Alexander will carry this team anymore - they're pass first now.

Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween! We'll use this crazy Vikings fan to spice up the post today.

Joe Echemandu is being hyped by a lot of fantasy football guys right now. He's hurt...but an interesting fact pops out of this report. Echemandu said he hurt his hamstring on the first play, but kept playing. Now there's a guy I want on my fantasy team! Check his injury status later in the week, but he might have a nice matchup against the Raiders who are struggling against the run.

In other news, is it just me or do the ESPN football guys seem to be filing incorrect reports lately? All the beat writers for the Bills believe it's a money thing with Losman / Edwards. John Clayton recently reported that Losman has a chance to win the job back. Wha happend?

Herm Edwards said recently that Priest Holmes can expect to get 10-12 touches a game. Doesn't sound as good as I thought - but we might take it...another game or two will tell.

News from around the league...

This report quoting Chiefs President Carl Peterson makes it sound like Priest Holmes has a lot left to bring to the field.

Chris Henry (CIN WR) is going to be back on the field soon. Ted Carlson reminds us why we should pick him up.

Joe Echemandu is a name you might want to look out for as well, as long as he can stay healthy. This game recap points to the fact that Ahman Green's knee doesn't seem to be getting better - someone has to carry the ball in Houston. Ron Dayne is glacially slooooooowwww.

Ryan Grant is going to be on a lot of people's radar this week - for these reasons. DeShawn Wynn can't stay healthy and his shoulder injury doesn't sound good. According to one report his shoulder went numb.