Week 9 Instant Impressions

by Brent
@3EastFantasy

The big game of the day was in Foxboro were fantasy owners had to be disappointed with production from both teams until things came together in the 4th quarter. Eli"te" Manning? He's making a strong case with or without a top-notch fantasy day. Let's hope the G-men can get their starters healthy so we can see this offense firing on all cylinders again.

Gronkowski and Hernandez have emerged into viable, if not must, starts. Welker will always be Brady's go to guy but the two young TEs are the only other weapons worthy of confident starts.

Any room left on the DeMarcco Murray bandwagon? I'm hopping on. He's showing it game in and game out to the ire of Felix Jones owners everywhere.

I'm not so sure I'd be as eager to jump on the rollercoaster ride that is Tim Tebow. The huge numbers today will give owners confidence to start him on the road in KC next week but you've got to wonder how many rabbits Tebow can pull out of his hat until the magic is exposed. Will always be a risky start but if you don't have a stud QB, Tebow will be in your lineup for the short term.

Anyone still worried about Phil Rivers? Umm, actually yes, I am. The interceptions being thrown are uncharacteristic of an otherwise confidence-oozing QB making one wonder if there are inconsistencies in the offensive philosophy.

Is this the Houston Texans year to finally make the playoffs? It's looking that way. Many are expecting Andre Johnson back for the matchup at Tampa in week 10 but no one can say they lacked the offensive weapons today. Arian Foster is continuing his ascend back to the top and Ben Tate is making a case to be considered as a must-own in all formats. Tate could be huge down the stretch and if Foster's hamstring becomes a problem you could have a top 10 back fall right in your lap. Something to consider if in need of an RB.

Let's quick honor Steven Jackson. Jackson has yet to disappoint when healthy this year, a microcosm of Jackson’s career, steady and productive.

A lot of storylines from week 9, with arguably the two biggest games yet to be played.  Stay Tuned.