Fantasy sports articles written by Kenn Ruby
February 5, 2013
Cubs' Team Preview: Here We Go Again
While the Cubs seem unlikely to contend for the postseason in 2013, the new regime did well to acquire useful parts in the offseason.
December 24, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Party Like it's 2009
Ryan Grant turned back the clock Sunday with a two-TD performance.
December 17, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: RG3 Leaves Owners Empty
Robert Griffin III's absence Sunday proved worse for fantasy owners than the Redskins as backup Kirk Cousins turned in an impressive performance.
December 10, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: The Fallout From Week 14
Robert Griffin III's knee injury is sure to have owners on edge this week for the fantasy playoffs.
December 3, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: The Fallout From Week 13
DeMarco Murray returned Sunday from a lengthy absence, and the Cowboys didn't hold him back.
November 19, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 11
The devastating news that Rob Gronkowski broke his forearm will send shockwaves throughout the fantasy world.
November 11, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Cutler Sent to Hibernation
Bears QB Jay Cutler went down with a concussion Sunday, leaving the Chicago passing game in the hands of Jason Campbell.
November 5, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 9
Darren McFadden suffered an ankle injury Sunday, as did Mike Goodson. So who's next in line for the Raiders?
October 29, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Revolving QB Door for Chiefs
After getting benched, Matt Cassel is back atop the Chiefs' QB depth chart as Brady Quinn went down with an injury Sunday.
October 15, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 6
DeMarco Murray suffered an ankle injury Sunday, which opened the door for not only Felix Jones but Phillip Tanner too.
October 8, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 5
Matt Cassel was knocked out of Sunday's game with a head injury, which just might be the excuse the Chiefs need to give Brady Quinn a shot.
October 1, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 4
Carolina starter DeAngelo Williams lost carries Sunday to a healthy Jonathan Stewart, but both again took a backseat to Cam Newton in the running game.
September 24, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 3
Ryan Mathews returned Sunday after missing the first two games of the season but fell behind early and abandoned the run.
September 17, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 2
Matt Forte suffered an ankle injury in Week 2, opening the door for Michael Bush to get full-time carries.
September 10, 2012
Depth Chart Watch: Fallout From Week 1
Matt Forte had a strong game Sunday, but he missed out on the goal-line work, much to fantasy owners' chagrin.
September 4, 2012
Preseason Job Battles: How it Shakes Out for Week 1
Ryan Mathews is getting healthy, but he's not likely to play in the first couple weeks, leaving Ronnie Brown to lead the San Diego backfield.
August 29, 2012
Preseason Job Battles: Training Camp Fallout
LeGarrette Blount looks to have lost the starting running back job in Tampa Bay as he was relegated to backup duty in the last exhibition game.
August 22, 2012
Preseason Job Battles: Forte Could Bear Fewer TDs
Matt Forte is the No. 1 back in Chicago, but Michael Bush's emergence could relegate Forte to the sideline when the team is at the goal line.
August 15, 2012
Preseason Job Battles: Quarterback by Default
Neither quarterback has looked great this preseason, but John Skelton might have the early edge on Kevin Kolb to be Arizona's starter.
August 8, 2012
Preseason Job Battles: Camp Battles Intensify
Jahvid Best and Mikel Leshoure are battling to start at running back in Detroit, but the job might come down to who can stay healthy.
April 8, 2012
FAAB Factor - NL: Alternating Saves For the Nats
Brad Lidge and Henry Rodriguez are alternating days for the save chances for the Nationals with Drew Storen on the DL.
February 8, 2012
2012 Cardinals Preview: Cardinals 2012: Unlikely Champs
The Cardinals may have lost Albert Pujols to the Angels, but they do get Adam Wainwright back.
December 26, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Down Goes Romo
Tony Romo's injury caused a lot of cursing from fantasy owners in championship week.
December 19, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Chicago's Cupboard is Bear
Johnny Knox is the latest Bears skill-position player to fall to injury this year,
December 12, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Grant Back as Pack Back
Ryan Grant took advantage of his situation to turn in his best game of the season Sunday.
December 5, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Chicago Blues
Matt Forte could be relegated to watching from the sidelines for the next month as he suffered a knee injury Sunday.
November 28, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Finally, the Clear Starter
After a big game Sunday, Roy Helu looks to have taken over the starting job for the Redskins, though that's never a lock in Washington.
November 21, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's Job Battles
A broken thumb suffered Sunday night could end Jay Cutler's season. Hello Caleb Hanie.
November 14, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's Job Battles
Mike Shanahan's confounding use of his running backs might make him the Tony La Russa of the NFL - and not in a good way.
November 7, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's Job Battles
Roy Helu got the surprise start for the Redskins on Sunday, but even more surprising was his 17 targets.
October 31, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: New Pats Pecking Order
Kevin Faulk was quietly activated off the PUP list last week, but he led the Patriots backfield Sunday.
October 17, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's Job Battles
Earnest Graham had a big game Sunday subbing for the injured LeGarrette Blount.
October 10, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's NFL Job Battles
Tim Tebow nearly led the Broncos to victory Sunday after relieving an awful Kyle Orton, creating a quarterback battle in Denver.
October 3, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: This Week's NFL Job Battles
Marques Colston's return makes for a crowded Saints receiving corps
September 26, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Titanic Injury
Kenny Britt's ugly knee injury Sunday likely will thrust Nate Washington into a leading role for the Titans.
September 19, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Chief Concern
Jamaal Charles' knee injury certainly has plenty of fantasy owners worried. Who is ready to take his place if his season is indeed over?
September 12, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Mining For Gold
With Marques Colston (left) out about a month, a couple other Saints receivers could be very valuable over the next few weeks.
September 6, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Competitions Remain
Though most training camp battles have been settled, there are still some spots up for grabs. Ryan Grant (pictured) and James Starks figure to open the season in a timeshare until one of the two separates himself.
August 30, 2011
Preseason Job Battles: Titanic Questions
Chris Johnson's holdout has left the Titans backfield scrambling for answers.
August 23, 2011
Preseason Job Battles: Finally Alone at the Top
Ryan Williams' injury means for the first time little competition remains for Chris Wells in Arizona.
August 16, 2011
Preseason Job Battles: Camp Competitions Heat Up
David Garrard's back injury is creating a quarterback job battle in Jacksonville.
August 5, 2011
Depth Chart Watch: Training-Camp Job Battles
Beanie Wells has the edge over Ryan Williams in Arizona early on
February 21, 2011
MLB Job Battles: Vying For Jobs in Spring Training
How quickly will Joe Nathan regain his closing job for the Twins?
December 27, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: This Colt is Back
Indianapolis RB Joseph Addai played Sunday for the first time since Week 6, but his return only added another option to an already crowded backfield.
December 20, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Chief Reason For Victory
Kansas City looked like their old selves in Week 15 with Matt Cassel back in the starting quarterback role.
December 13, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: A Cluttered Saints Backfield
The return of Pierre Thomas (left) and an injury to Chris Ivory leaves the Saints' depth chart in doubt this week.
December 6, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Finally Time for a Change?
With Brett Favre injured and Tarvaris Jackson coming off a big game in his place, it may be time for a new starting quarterback in Minnesota.
November 22, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Revolving Running Backs
Jamaal Charles was back in a reserve role for the Chiefs on Sunday, but both he and Thomas Jones remained effective. Take a glance at the other job battles around the league that are affecting fantasy owners.
November 15, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: QB Questions in Tennessee
Vince Young did not start Sunday, but he did enter the game for an injured Kerry Collins. Who will be behind center in Week 11?
November 8, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Charged Up
Philip Rivers has been putting up huge numbers regardless of who catches the passes for the Chargers. Find out which receivers are in line to top the depth chart for San Diego following the team's Week 10 bye.
November 1, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Garrard Secures Starting Spot
David Garrard accounted for five touchdowns in Sunday's victory over the Cowboys and is again the clear starter in Jacksonville.
October 25, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: McFadden Reclaims Starting Spot
Darren McFadden returned to action Sunday, and his breakout game has him back atop the running back ladder in Oakland. See which other positions have been shaken up this week.
October 18, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Lower the Gates
A slew of injuries, including one to star TE Antonio Gates, have withered the Chargers' receiving corps. Which players will be counted on to replace them?
October 11, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Addition By Subtraction
Fred Jackson moves up the Bills' depth chart - and the running back rankings - following last week's trade of Marshawn Lynch. Find out other positions around the league that are in limbo this week as well.
October 4, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: He's No Backup Yet
LaDainian Tomlinson's early performance has made it a toss-up atop the Jets' running back depth chart. Find out which other positions around the league were affected in Week 4.
September 27, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: It's All Wells and Good
Chris Wells is back, and though he came off the bench in Week 3, it should not be long before he returns to the starting lineup.
September 20, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Toss-Up in the Buffalo Backfield
After receiving just three carries in Week 1, Marshawn Lynch was the Bills' primary back on Sunday. Are the Bills simply showcasing him for a potential trade?
September 13, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: QB Battle in Philly Already?
Michael Vick played well in place of an injured Kevin Kolb on Sunday, creating early questions as to who should be the starter going forward.
August 30, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: What's At Stake in the Preseason
Michael Bush's thumb injury opens the door for Darren McFadden
August 23, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: What's at Stake in the Preseason?
Kenny Britt is battling Justin Gage and Nate Washington for a starting WR job in Tennessee
July 6, 2010
Preseason Job Battles: Who will Move Up the Depth Charts?
The competition for touches between Matt Forte and Chester Taylor is just one job battle we're watching when training camps begin.
