Put on your tweed jacket and make a deal.
As the fantasy playoffs inch closer and separation becomes clearer, the next few weeks could be time to swing a crucial trade.
First, find the desperate folks in your league and swoop. If you’re despondent, take stock of your surplus, don’t get greedy – and go big.
Managers with players such as Steven Jackson (Rams), Rudi Johnson (Bengals), Marvin Harrison (Colts), Laurence Maroney (Patriots), Javon Walker (Broncos), Drew Brees (Saints), Andre Johnson (Texans) and Santana Moss (Redskins) might be getting antsy, and these guys could be big help.
Stashing a solid backup on your roster is always smart. Michael Turner (Chargers) is a no-brainer, but consider Kenton Keith (Colts), Maurice Morris (Seahawks) or Correll Buckhalter (Eagles). Also, you might take a look at Patriots backup quarterback Matt Cassel, because if Tom Brady keeps rolling, someone from the 1972 Dolphins is sure to put a hit out on him.
FIVE WHO ARE HOT
Jeff Garcia, QB, Buccaneers: 37 completions, 316 yards, 2 touchdowns
Chad Pennington, QB, Jets: 20 completions, 272 yards, 3 touchdowns
Kenny Watson, RB, Bengals: 31 carries, 130 yards, 3 touchdowns
Wes Welker, WR, Patriots: 9 receptions, 138 yards, 2 touchdowns
Willis McGahee, RB, Ravens: 19 carries, 114 yards, touchdown
FIVE WHO ARE NOT
Shaun Alexander, RB, Seahawks: 19 carries, 47 yards
Patrick Crayton, WR, Cowboys: 2 catches, 19 yards, fumble lost
Jon Kitna, QB, Lions: 16 completions, 147 yards
Matt Schaub, QB, Texans: 5 completions, 23 yards, injured
Roy Williams, WR, Lions: 3 catches, 23 yards
