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Santonio Holmes Fantasy Profile
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Height: 5-11 Weight: 192 Age: 25 |
Santonio Holmes seems to have a knack for the big game. Representing Ohio State University, his 2004 Fiesta Bowl performance (5 receptions - 124 yards - 1 TD) was all the Pittsburgh Steelers needed to see prior to drafting him as the 1st WR selected (#25 Overall) in the 2006 NFL draft. The pick paid off when he stepped up (in the abscence of injured Hines Ward) in the 2009 Superbowl recording a 9 reception 131 yard and 1 TD performance capped by the winning TD grab and earning MVP honors. Holmes is an excellent long term Dynasty prospect with a fantasy game that still has room to grow.
2010 Season:
Santonio Holmes finally took the next step in 2009. The playmaking wideout has had at least 800 yards in each of his first three NFL seasons, but no more than 924. After a stellar Super Bowl performance, Holmes broke out with 79 catches, 1,248 yards and 5 TD's this past season. In a disappointing situation for Dynasty owners, Holmes was traded to the Jets following numerous knucklehead incidents, one which included a missed drug test and league mandated 4 game suspension to start the 2010 campaign. The Jets are more of a run based team compared to the Steelers and QB Mark Sanchez still has plenty of learning to do before he will be allowed to chuck the ball around freely. All this combined, Holmes is looking at a 800 yard 6 TD season in 2010.
Dynasty Outlook:
At his best, Santonio Holmes is a game-breaking talent. He will never be a true elite WR because of his lack of redzone prowess, but he can go over the middle and make the impossible catch, seemingly with ease. He can certainly be a low-end WR1 / high-end WR2 in any league format. Holmes is a free agent at the end of 2010 and the likelihood if him remaining a Jet following this upcoming season is yet to be seen. Don't be too concerned with his 4 game suspension, he is talented enough that his Dynasty value doesn't exactly change. He can be bought now for a low price, however with his addition comes with an obvious element of risk. Fantasy consistency was previously missing in his repertoire and his issues in 2010 will derail any opportunity to situate himself as one of the big boys for at least another 1-2 seasons. His outlook is cloudy (i.e smokey) however his upside is still within the 70+ reception, 1,200 - 1,400 yards and 6-8 TD range.
Instant Reaction: 2010 NFL Draft
The immediate and long term success for many of this years promising rookies is largely due to situation. Follow along as we provide you Day-by-Day Dynasty Analysis of the 2010 NFL Draft in our annual NFL Draft Instant Reaction Article. Remember to check back frequently over the Draft Weekend as we will be continually updating this article. Enjoy.
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Needs Not Wants - 2010 AFC Draft Preview
As Dynasty owners work to put the finishing touches on their Dynasty Rookie Draft Boards, it is important to constructively analyze perennial patterns of players and their respective franchises. Despite a players talent and perceived fantasy upside, the immediate and long term success of these promising rookies is largely dependent on situation. The discerning Dynasty owner must monitor talent and situation with the hope of finding that player to put their roster in a position for long term domination. In our annual Needs Not Wants Draft Preview, we take a look at the current state of each NFL franchise and where the best opportunity exists to find the next great Dynasty talent.
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Nature of the Beast - Week 16 Review
This point in the Dynasty season is all about monitoring trends. If you are in the playoffs, you are focused on winning a championship, but you also need to multi-task with one eye on 2010 and beyond. In many cases, teams are taking the opportunity to get a look at future talent in real time game action. It also becomes evident this late in the NFL season which players have permanently hit the "wall" in their careers. This is an important time of the year in Dynasty Football.
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Nature of the Beast - Week 14 Review
Did you own Brandon Marshall in a PPR league? Did you bench DeSean Jackson because you just were not sure if he was healthy enough to produce? Or maybe you started Randy Moss with your season on the line, expecting him to bounce back with a beastly performance? Week 14 was filled with huge performances that could have won or lost fantasy seasons. Below we are going to take a look at the most important tidbits from Week 14. Even if you are out of the playoff race, though, your work as a Dynasty owner is far from over. In our BeastOrBust.com Radio Podcast this Thursday (12/17), we are going to take a look at players to keep your eye on in the last few weeks of 2009.
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Nature of the Beast - Week 6 Review
Nature of the Beast - Week 6 Review
Some odd games in Week 6. Tom Brady throws 5 Touchdowns in the 2nd quarter of a 59-0 routing of the Titans. He likely won your fantasy matchup this week despite how your other players fared. Drew Brees throws 5 Touchdowns against a Giants defense that never showed up in New Orleans. He likely won your game for you also. The Raiders beat an emerging Eagles squad. MJD called out the Jags coaching staff and got the bulk of the carries en route to a 3 Touchdown performance. Read on to get our thoughts on some of the other important Week 6 action.
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Week 5: Lineup Watch - In or Out
WEEK 5: LINEUP WATCH - In or Out
Before you set your starting lineup for the weekend, get the lowdown on who has a juicy matchup and who you should think about benching in deeper leagues. For more decision making information, check out our Top Ten Sneaky Picks as well as our top position players (QB, RB, WR and TE) ranked based on their matchup and potential beastliness for the weekend ahead.
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2009 Season Preview
Fantasy owners are salivating. Its been a long offseason, but finally the regular season is upon us. Pre-season games whet our appetite for live action, but there is nothing like Week 1 of a new NFL season. When the Steelers host the Titans on Thursday night, another Fantasy season will be kicking off. A Dynasty owners work is never done, with rosters and lineups constantly being tweaked and changed all season long. Re-drafters and keeper league owners will also want to keep an eye on potential breakout players and continuously developing fantasy situations.
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Anquan Boldin
Anquan Boldin plays with a reckless abandon and fearlessness that makes him one of the best wide receiver talents in the NFL...and also makes him very much prone to injuries. Boldin has been a stud just about every one of his six seasons, just as long as he could keep himself on the field. Boldin will be 29 years old in October and his Dynasty value is on the fence. On one hand, you have a stud WR on a high-powered pass first offense. On the other, you have an injury prone player on a team where he isn't the WR1 and his QB is 38 years old. What is a dynasty owner to do?
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2009 AFC Projections
Fantasy Projections are a Beast of their own. Unlike in a redraft leagues, Dynasty projections can be used to assess roster strength and evaluate potential offseason trade proposals. Projections, paired with trusting your gut can be a valuable preseason roster building tool. We do not have a crystal ball, but we do have insight into developing trends within the Dynasty realm. In our latest Needs Not Wants article, we have put together in-depth team summaries complete with projections at each offensive skill position. If you have an upcoming Dynasty Draft, use these projections in conjunction with our Dynasty Rankings and you will be well on your way to Dynasty Dominance.
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2009 NFL Draft - AFC Preview
The key to success in fantasy football, especially within dynasty formats, is to constructively analyze perennial patterns of players and their respective franchises. The discerning fantasy owner monitors these patterns with hopes of finding fantasy success from year to year.
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