Hi Ho! We're almost to the halfway point of the regular season. It's been a season to forget for Dana. From getting flustered in the draft, to a 1-5 start, and lowest points in the League, nothing has gone her way. This is what happens when I don't do her cheatsheet for her. Other than Dana, the competition is fierce in the Bros division. Jordan has a lock on the Broads division, but the runner-up is up for grabs. Even Linda isn't out of it. I'm somehow still atop the Beards division even with playing with half my brains tied behind my back. There's still a lot of the season left to go. Never give up. Never surrender.
Kermit the Kommissioner (James) vs Scooter (Gary)
Gary once again couldn't figure out how to access his team on the NFL site. He's special. With Jefferson on bye, I am in for a dogfight this week. I made the big trade with Ashlyn to better align our bye weeks based on our schedules. I will need my new acquisitions to have big games. Lamar has a great matchup vs the Browns. Hopefully, Henry picks up where he left off, but I am still nervous about the mileage, age, and health long term. Crossing my fingers. I can't afford any injuries at RB with MG3 in the doghouse. I'm holding in hopes that maybe he gets traded. Gary has Awesome Ekeler facing Seattle. OMG. Ekeler could go for 40 points! Going in my favor is the Chiefs facing the 49er D. They've been really good. JuJu will turn into PooPoo this week. Gary still needs to pick up a DST as I'm writing this. This matchup is going to be closer than I would have hoped, but think my starters have more talent than Gary's.
Prediction: James stays atop the Beards for another week.
Oscar the Grouch (Tracy) vs Animal (Paul)
Two strong teams collide. Both Tracy and Paul's teams are built similarly, but this week's bye hurts Paul more than Tracy. The shine is off Geno who has to fill in for Josh Allen. Austin Dillon is hampered by whatever the Packers are trying to do on offense. Eno didn't wow anyone last week. The only guarantee for Paul is Kelce. Too bad Tracy has Mandrews. Even without Dalvin Cook, Tracy still has two studs in Pierce and Jacobs. The latter has been a revelation. Guess it just took me giving Tracy grief over his keeper. Reverse jinx. Tracy's built himself a contender if Brady can turn things around.
Prediction: Tracy trashes Paul for 5th win.
BoBo the Bear (Steve) vs Gonzo the Great (Justin)
Fantasy football buddies face off. Steve gets a lift with Swift returning just in time with Singletary and Henderson on bye. Steve almost had to roll out Pacheco. Wentz is out for a few weeks which hurts Curtis. Steve does have some good matchups which give him hope. Herbert facing the Seahawks is juicy. Justin has to play without AJ Brown and the Bills D. This game is going to come down to how well Rodgers plays. Rodgers has a good matchup vs the Commanders but that's no guarantee the Packers play caller can figure out how to get the ball to their playmakers. My brother isn't going to like my prediction.
Prediction: Steve slips by Justin after the abysmal performance last week
Abby (Ashlyn) vs Miss Piggy (Dana)
Mother vs daughter in their first matchup against each other. It couldn't come at a worse time for Dana. She is desperate for a win. Even a win most likely can't help her escape the Crapper playoff this year. Dana needs Najee to heal and get back to his previous self. Dana has 3 strong WRs but QB and RB have crippled her all year. She was able to snag the Jets D which should be excellent against the Broncos who can't do diddly on offense. Dana also was able to pick up Drake who she hopes can give her something if Dobbins is out. It was bad timing post-trade for Ashlyn to see Aaron Jones's touches regress more and news that the Bears will go with a hot-hand approach at RB. Ashlyn needs Ryan to repeat last week's performance while she waits for Hurts to return from bye. Aaron Jones and Montgomery are still better than Najee and whoever Dana can roll out for her other RB. That will be the difference in this matchup.
Prediction: Dana's depression deepens
Janice (Linda) vs Dr. Honeydew (Travis)
Travis is having a rough stretch with injuries. He finally is getting Keenan back only to see Hollywood go out for a few weeks. He is really hurting this week with Kupp and Deonte Smith both on bye. Travis does get an upgrade (I think) with Dak returning. Anything has to be better than Stafford. Zeke is still showing signs of life. I am surprised. Good for the old man. Travis needs Zeke to eat more. Linda will need another 4 TDs from Burrow to have a shot for another unlikely win. Swift is returning which hurts Jamaal's upside. She grabbed the Muth who should have a good game if he can avoid getting concussed again. The only way Linda can win is if her opponent lays a complete turd. Travis' team is no turd even with his best players out.
Prediction: Travis takes step towards a comeback
Elmo (Jordan) vs Fozzy the Bear (David)
David has built himself a top-level team, but he faces the class of the League. This is going to be a high-scoring matchup with the winner taking a high score. Kyler gets DHop back which helps David but also Jordan since Jordan is starting DHop in place of Gabe Davis who is on bye. Breece Hall faces his first tough defense. David is without Diggs on bye which is going to be another negative for his chances. Etienne doesn't have the upside in his flex. Unfortunately, Jordan is at full strength Barkley, CMC, and Kamara are all active. Add in Tyfreak and you have a roster that is unmatched in the League.
Prediction: Jordan's juggernaut continues to steamroll his opponents
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