It's the year of the end.
No, I'm not some haggard homeless guy with a sandwich board predicting the apocalypse, and I'm not mangling the lyrics of a Doors song. I'm talking about the strength of this rookie class of defenders, and it's defensive end.
You might look below and wonder why, then, you have to go nine players deep in the rankings to reach the first lineman. Well, it's because there's so much relative talent available up front that you'll have to grab the top linebackers and safeties right away to get sure value there.
Just like on offense, opportunity matters almost as much as talent, so try to look past each ... (more)
Schauf: Basic rules for scoring IDP
Fantasy scoring systems look different all over the place. Even though most of us use pretty much the same categories, point values, bonuses and other such things can vary widely. Even leagues with pretty similar structures can have a few little differences th... (more)
Schauf: KC shores up LB corps
Another year, another chance for the Chiefs to realize their defense still stinks and go nuts in the free-agent market. Last year the big move was getting All-Pro corner Ty Law to pair with the previous season's big pickup (via trade), Patrick Surtain. Althoug... (more)
The linebackers are the most consistent scorers, followed by safeties, but good players certainly can be had anywhere. Keith Bulluck holds the top spot because he’s been doing it for years now. Although it can cost me at times, I favor sustained excellence ove... (more)