A long weekend with a couple house guests, one of which was the son of the owner of the Denver Broncos, gave me a new perspective on life....I want to be rich. Filthy, ridiculously, insanely rich. This kid's stories were too much for me to handle. It's time I made it big time. It's time I made it to the top! Will I continue just being a chump, or will I make the necessary sacrifices to go champ on the world? Your probably asking the same thing about your fantasy football players. Are they willing to go all out for you every single week? Are they willing to put their lives on the line for your personal glory? If the answer is yes, then victory is within your grasp. Champ or Chump time. 

QB Champs

1. Aaron Rodgers- 408 yards pass 4td/1int, 36 yards rush 2td

Men lie, women lie, but numbers don't! The Denver Broncos owner's son was staying at my house all weekend and let's just say he was a little on edge during this trouncing. A-Rod did whatever he liked against a Broncos team that seems to be in a rebuilding year to say the least. You won't find Rodgers doing GQ photo shoots in a banana hammock, but you will find him putting in work on the football field and demolishing the competition all season long. 55 standard fantasy points? Yes please.

2. Cam Newton- 374 yards pass 1td/1int, 35 yards rush 2td

Newton continued his unexpected dominance this season against one of the supposed better defenses in the NFL. Many a fantasy team owner(ME) is kicking themselves in the face right now for not snagging Cam off waivers after week 1. I think it's safe to say Newton WILL most definitely finish the year as a top 10 fantasy QB, barring injury of course. Trade for him if possible. 

3. Michael Vick- 416 yards pass 2td/1int, 75 yards rush

I'm still waiting on an explanation on how the Eagles lost this game. Fans mistook Alex Smith for Joe Montana as he shredded the "dream team" secondary. To look on the bright side, team wins and losses have nothing to do with fantasy, and my God, did Vick put up some numbers. And hey, guess what?! Mr. PETA didn't even fumble!! That might be a first. Something to build on Mike. 

4. Tarvaris Jackson- 319 yards pass 3td/1int, 16 yards rush

One of my deep, deep sleepers this year. T-jacks was finally given the chance to show off his first-class arm, hitting on a couple bombs. We all know the kid can run so that's an added bonus and with a healthy Sidney Rice, the Sea-chickens have some serious talent on offense. Jackson is an emergency fantasy starter at best, but he's still a champion at heart, and for this week. 

5. Eli Manning- 321 yards pass 2td

Despair hit Manning owner's after seeing an touchdown pass overturned and called down at the one, then having B-Jacobs run it in. Little did we all know Eli, who takes more verbal abuse in the press than Predisdent Obama, would strike back with two td passes late in the 4th in leading his Giants to victory. Extremely solid numbers two weeks in a row. Will the hate stop?

QB Chumps

1. Matt Schaub- 138 yards pass 1td

Was this what you were expecting when you drafted Schaub in the 5th round of your draft? I hope not, but you may very well start seeing a few repeat performances as gazelle-like wideout Andre Johnson hit the turf like he had been shot, and is now looking at missing a week or two at the very least. Sucks to be a Schaub owner right now, but hey, there is always Tarvaris Jackson!

2. Ryan Fitzpatrick- 199 yards pass 0td

Was this Fitz coming back to reality or just a singular poor performance? Even though the Bengals, who are a trash dumpster of an organization are a below average football team, they do possess some pretty good defensive backs, and they held the Bills receivers in check all day. The Eagles secondary has been getting roasted more thoroughly than Planter's nuts, so feel free to start him next week. Hey, did you guys here Fitzpatrick went to Harvard?

3. Ben Roethlisberger- 206 yards pass 0td/1int, 11 yards pass

Big Ben is hereby being accused in the fantasy court of law, of sucking, choking, and being an all-around chump. The jury has found him guilty and demands that you place him  squarely on your bench next to C.J. Spiller and Kyle Orton. Benjamin is strictly a backup at this point. He's strictly a chump. 

4. Jay Cutler- 102 yards pass 0td/1int

Winning is what Jay Cutler cares about, and his Bears did just that on Sunday. Fantasy owners who started him, more than likely didn't receive that same result. Was it the heart wrenching breakup with Kristin Cavallari? Is it Mike Martz not maximizing his talent's? Or is it just that his receivers are absurdly poor and his offensive line is the worst in the NFL? Most likely, it's a mix of all of these things, along with the fact that Cutler is Charmin soft. He may never get over Cavallari, and he may never be a trustworthy fantasy starting quarterback. He may always be a chump. 


5. Joe Flacco- 163 yards pass 0 td/1int

Up and down, up and down, up and down. Flacco is going from champ to chump every other week at this point so I can't condone you giving him the start next week. Or is that because the Ravens have a bye? Get it together Joey. There are some teams out there who actually are starting you every week for some ludicrous reason. You're letting them all down worse than Ryan Reynolds did his fans with "The Green Lantern." What a piece of garbage. 

RB Champs

1. Beanie Wells- 138 yards rush 3tds

Just when you thought Beans was going to blow another opportunity as the leading man, he responds in a major way. One could only hope Dylan McDermott experiences the same kind of success in his new show, " American Horror Story." Seriously, how many show's have they tried to put this guy on? 35? 45? It's getting a little out of control. Hopefully for Beans, he only needs three chances, as the man honestly looks possessed. Wells is running harder then I've ever seen him and is looking like the steal of the year. Wells is a must start every week going forward. Duh. 

2. Matt Forte- 205 yards rush 1td, 23 yards rec

Wow, Forte actually had a high rushing total and not just receiving yards? Pretty shocking, but probably more indicative of the Panthers's girly run defense. On the other hand Forte is playing for a new contract and is looking to prove his worth every chance he gets. Forte should have gone at least a round higher on average in all drafts. Now you see why. 

3. Arian Foster- 155 yards rush 1td, 11 yards rec

There is the guy we all know and love! Heeee's baaaaack! Mr. Arian Foster ran rampant on a beleaguered Steelers defense. He showed no signs whatsoever of the hammy injury he suffered in the offseason, that has continued to nag him all year long. You want some other good news? Andre Johnson went down and so did Foster's backup, Ben Tate. Who do you think is gonna get the pigskin in the next few weeks? Arian! Arian! Arian!

4. Frank Gore- 127 yards rush 1td, 12 yards rec

I have continuously hated on Frank Gore this year, and now I'm forced to eat humble pie. Gore came out running like a mad man, running for 127 yards in a game where he was expected to hardly contribute. Don't you love it when every fantasy site tells you to stay away from a certain player that week, and then they go off? I sure do. 

5. Ryan Torain- 135 yards rush 1td

We have a Torain sighting folks, and guess what, it was beautiful. Torain showed the nation why he is the superior runner to Tim Hightower, and it's looking like he will start seeing the bulk of the carries going forward. Pretty sure nobody saw this one coming, but if you did, kudos. 

RB Chumps

1. Adrian Peterson- 80 yards rushing

You can definitely get worse than eight points from a running back in fantasy football on any given week, but this was against the Kansas City Chiefs! K.C. has been getting abused by the run up until this week, and A.P. was projected to put forth a monstrous effort. Well, he didn't. A.P. isn't supposed to stand for "A" "Pedestrian-like performance." Obviously this coaching staff has no idea what they're doing, as they continue to neglect the best weapon in football. It's truly a crime, and I hope someone is punished for it.........severely.......Peterson does not belong on this chump list. The Vikings coaches have put him here. Blame them. That's what get's me through the restless nights. 

2. Rashard Mendenhall- 25 yards rush 1td

The amount of joy and excitement Mendenhall has brought fantasy owners this season, is only matched by Billy Baldwin's return to television, on Hawaii 5-0! I'd tell you to buy on Mendenhall, but the young man from University of Illinois has a fantasy approval rating on par with the American public's feelings for Casey Anthony.  Mendy goes for the turkey in week 5, which is making the chump list 3 straight weeks. You can do it buddy!

3. Felix Jones- 57 yards rush, 19 yards rec

The fact is Jones just isn't that good. He's a weak number 2 or a 3 at best as far as fantasy running backs go right now. On the bright side, "The boys" have a bye this upcoming week, so Jones can get some much needed rest. It can't be that fun playing football with a separated shoulder. Hope for the best, but expect the worst. Jones just may be a chump at heart. 

4. Tim Hightower- 24 yards rush

It seems as if Hightower's day's as a quality RB2 are finished with the emergence of Ryan Torain. Wish you'd tell us what you're thinking Shanny!! I wonder if he schemed up benching Hightower when he was in the tanning bed?? Proceed with caution. 

5. Shonn Greene- 23 yards rush

Just when you think one man can't look any more pathetic, this happens. How long can this go on? Rex Ryan swears the Jets are going to start  grounding and pounding the rock but we shall see. The Baltimore Ravens's front seven was air tight, and Greene didn't get much of a chance to get going, but the fact that he's had trouble punching it in from short, as well as not breaking any long runs, doesn't bode well for Greene's future fantasy success. I still believe, but I'm one of the few still left on the bandwagon. 

WR Champs

1. Hakeem Nicks- 162 yards rec 1td

It's about time! Nicks's owners have been flabbergasted with the lack of scores for the big guy this season. Looks like his time is now, and the knee is fully healed, as he dominated the entire game like a true number one receiver. Nicks is legit and I suggest you trade for him if at all possible.

2. Wes Welker-158 yards rec 1td

Welker is an almost perennial "champ" lister and is on pace for an insane season. With Chad Ochocinco looking like a dud, and Deion Branch being Deion Branch, Welker will continue to see the bulk of the targets that don't go the young tight ends's way. Maybe Welk should go number one overall in ppr leagues as the man is truly a savage in fantasy. The little guy deserves big time props. 

3. Calvin Johnson- 96 yards rec 2td

Let's see, so two times 16 is what? 32? Yep, that's what Johnson is on pace for as he continually scores twice a week. Considering I predicted C.J. would break the single season touchdown record if Stafford stayed healthy, I'm very happy right now. It's nice to have someone make you look good every once in a while. But who cares about me? I know, nobody, so let's get back to Megatron. This guy is the best receiver in football in terms of freakish talent and there are no signs of him slowing down. Be elated you got him in the 2nd round. 

4. Steve Smith- 181 yards rec

Steverino hasn't dominated like this since his glory years with Jake Delhomme! It's hard for me to say "glory years" and "Delhomme" in the same sentence but I suppose they did get to a super bowl. Smith looks better then ever before and I see no signs of him slowing down. Steal. 

5. DeSean Jackson- 171 yards rec

Thanks for making an appearance DeSean. Now if you could just shaw that hideous hair off your face, we'd all be mighty thankful. What in God's name is he thinking? Football wise, there was nothing hideous about Jackson's performance Sunday and if the Eagles are going to make a run at the playoffs, Vick will have to continue to get the ball to his most dynamic weapon. This was good to see after Jackson bricked the previous 2 weeks. 

6. Eric Decker- 56 yards 2td

Another man I praised all year long. The guy can play, and Denver will be playing from behind all season, so get him in there!

WR Chumps

1. Brandon Marshall- 52 yards rec

On a positive note, Chad Henne got hurt and missed most of the game. Maybe if someone lands on "the Chad's" shoulder in practice this week, Matt Moore will hang on to the starting job for good and fantasy owner's can actually get some use out of their elite receiver. I am shocked Marshall hasn't demanded a trade. This is getting ridiculous. 

2. Steve Johnson-58 yards rec

This was not the gem most people were expecting out of Johnson this week. The aforementioned Bengals cornerbacks are very underrated and Stevie found that out on Sunday. He'll be back, but this week he was a chump in every sense of the word. 

3. Mike Wallace- 77 yards rec

The 100 yard streak was snapped against Houston?? Come on man!! I'll give him a pass this week considering the Steelers's offensive line couldn't stop a nose bleed last weekend. Little Ben didn't have the time to hit Wallace deep, meaning those of you expecting and needing major Wallace production this week, were left feeling empty and lost. Don't worry, he'll come back harder than ever. 

4. Jeremy Maclin- 74 yards rec

Maclin's 74 yards looks worse when you add in the fact he had a costly fumble. He went from doubtful, to active, and we were all hoping for the best. Instead, he turned in this elephant dump of a game. Not only did he maybe cost the Eagles the game and a possible shot at the playoffs, he may have done the same to your fantasy hopes. 

5. Andre Johnson- 36 yards rec, 1 scary injury

That looked bad didn't it? Looked like a season ender to me but somehow it seems to just be a hamstring pull. Hope for the best, expect the worst. 

TE Champs

1. Jimmy Graham- 132 yards rec 1td

He just keep's on going and going and going and going. With Gates injury, Graham is no less than a top 4 tight end for the rest of the season. What a monster. 

2. Jason Witten- 94 yards rec 1td

Big numbers are to be expected with Sir Miles out and Witten didn't disappoint. 

3. Jared Cook- 93 yards rec 1td

Everybody's sleeper pick of the year finally did something. Most of it was on one play so if you have a big-play bonus in your league, it's even more gravy. Without Britt in the lineup, Cook will be counted on for major production, so if you have a bum in there right now, grab Cook. 

4. Jermaine Gresham - 70 yards rec 1td

It's not very often a Bengals player makes this list. I'm just going to leave it at that. 

TE Chumps

1. Rob Gronkowski-  15 yards rec

How is this possible? Hey Gronk, did you switch jersey's with your bum of a brother so he could actually get on the field? How nice of you! Next time you want to do something nice for someone, try scoring a touchdown or two, or at least surpassing twenty yards. Thanks for nothing. 

2. Dustin Keller- 12 yards rec

Ouch, the Jets offense looked atrocious and Keller was given no opportunities to make a play. It's not really his fault, but hey, the guy is a chump this week. What can you do?

3. Jermichael Finley- 28 yards rec

Finley was whining about double teams after this stink-bomb of an outing and he's probably right. Guess what? I don't care. Produce or else.......

4. Evan Moore- 15 yards rec

The only reason I'm even putting this chump in the chump section, and giving him any name recognition whatsoever, is because of all the so called "experts" who keep hyping Moore up like he's a decent fantasy option this year. Yea so are Scott Chandler and Jeff King. Enough with these guys. If you start Moore Expect nothing more then 2 points unless by some miracle he scores again. Don't say I didn't warn you. 

Defense Champ

Baltimore Ravens

32 standard fantasy points is all that really needs to be said, but I'll say a little more. This defense looks beastly and opposing offenses  will continue to have nightmares that Ray Lewis actually kills somebody. On the football field this time. 

Defensive Chump

Pittsburgh Steelers

1 point by the highest drafted defense in fantasy is a joke. Kind of like the whole Steelers organization at this point. 

Champ Kicker

Ryan Succop

5/5 field goals is putting in work. 

Chump Kicker

Alex Henery 

Have you seen this dweeb? My God! He missed two semi-short kicks on Sunday, costing his team the game. Is Martin Gramatica available? 

As usual, I hope you really enjoyed Champs and Chumps and were not offended by anything I wrote. Make sure you tune in next week for the 5th installment. It's been fun. 

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