Fantasy sports articles written by Mario Puig
June 18, 2013
College Football Draft Kit: Quarterback Rankings
After topping 5,000 total yards and nearly 50 touchdowns last season, Johnny Manziel is back for an encore, making him an easy No. 1 fantasy pick this year.
June 18, 2013
College Football Draft Kit: Running Back Rankings
Ka'Deem Carey might not match his breakout 2012 season, but he's an easy bet for the top spot among running backs.
June 18, 2013
College Football Draft Kit: Wide Receiver Rankings
Marqise Lee didn't take his eye off the ball too often last season, but this year he has a new quarterback to break in at USC.
June 11, 2013
College Football Draft Kit: Sleepers and Busts
Dominique Williams should bring good value with an increased role in Washington State's Air Raid offense this season in the Palouse.
April 24, 2013
Final First-Round Mock: 2013 NFL Draft
This is shaping up to be an absurd and exceedingly unpredictable draft, but here's one wild guess at high it might shape up.
April 23, 2013
2013 NFL Draft Big Board: Final Top 100
This draft possesses its share of standout skill position players (TE Tyler Eifert checks in at 13), but the strongest positions are on the offensive and defensive lines.
April 22, 2013
New Orleans Saints: Team Draft Needs
The Saints defense was an abomination in 2012, and all positions but safety are a need. Unfortunately, New Orleans has just five picks.
April 20, 2013
Four-Round Apr. 20 Mock: 2013 NFL Draft
It wasn't long ago that Matt Barkley looked like a future top-10 pick. With the draft finally near, though, Barkley is in a fight just to be one of the first five QBs selected.
April 15, 2013
Green Bay Packers: Team Draft Needs
Jermichael Finley has another year in Green Bay, but the Packers would be wise to target his long-term replacement in this draft, which has an abundance of tight end talent.
April 12, 2013
Baltimore Ravens: Team Draft Needs
With Ray Lewis and Ed Reed gone from Baltimore, the Ravens have obvious needs at inside linebacker and safety. Anquan Boldin's exit, though, quietly created a big need at receiver, too.
April 8, 2013
Pittsburgh Steelers: Team Draft Needs
With Mike Wallace gone to Miami, the Steelers need more talent at receiver. A big target like Da'Rick Rogers would be especially useful for Ben Roethlisberger.
April 6, 2013
Four-Round Apr. 6 Mock: 2013 NFL Draft
Although he might not be the biggest name heading into the draft, TE Tyler Eifert is among the draft's elite prospects, and he should make his way into the top 20.
April 2, 2013
Cleveland Browns: Team Draft Needs
The Browns need help in the secondary and at quarterback, but the team's best bet for immediate impact might be at TE. Tyler Eifert would be a great trade-back target.
March 20, 2013
Chicago Bears: Team Draft Needs
Even with Jermon Bushrod signed away from New Orleans, the Bears still have an urgent need to upgrade on the OL. With Brian Urlacher gone, linebacker is another top priority.
March 20, 2013
Detroit Lions: Team Draft Needs
Jeff Backus (retirement) and Gosder Cherilus (free agency) won't play for Detroit in 2013, so Matt Stafford will get real familiar with the turf if the Lions don't add help at tackle.
March 18, 2013
Four-Round Post-Combine Mock: 2013 NFL Draft
The NFL Combine and free agency shook things up a bit, and this latest mock accounts for those developments. This mock contains five trades, with four in the first round.
February 19, 2013
Four-Round Mock: 2013 NFL Draft
Each pick in the first two rounds has an analysis writeup, as do the QB/RB/WR/TE picks in the third and fourth rounds.
February 8, 2013
Three-Round Mock Draft: 2013 NFL Draft
Strong wideout prospects like Quinton Patton will fall out of the first.
January 26, 2013
Two-Round Mock Draft: 2013 NFL Draft
Eddie Lacy is the only first-round running back.
January 7, 2013
Mock Draft No. 1: 2013 NFL Draft
Can Tajh Boyd emerge as the top quarterback in this year's NFL draft?
December 28, 2012
IDP Analysis: Sherman Survives the Ax
Star cornerback Richard Sherman won his suspension appeal, making him available for Week 17 and the playoffs.
December 26, 2012
Five Things to Know: Pass on St. Louis' Kendricks
Owners needing a Week 17 tight end should fight the temptation to add Lance Kendricks.
December 21, 2012
IDP Analysis: Will The Cowboy Ride?
San Francisco's Justin Smith heads into Sunday with uncertainty hanging over his head.
December 19, 2012
Five Things to Know: Hilton Headed for Bright Future
Colts rookie receiver T.Y. Hilton is in a great position to make a fantasy impact in the coming years.
December 14, 2012
IDP Analysis: Pack Welcomes Matthews Back
Clay Matthews is expected to make his way back this week from a four-week absence, to the excitement of owners and the chagrin of opponents.
December 14, 2012
Bowl Game Fantasy Rankings: Player Rankings for the 2013 Bowls
Collin Klein hopes to use his arm and his legs to topple Oregon in the Fiesta Bowl.
December 12, 2012
Five Things to Know: Stick with Bryce Brown
Owners shouldn't give up on Bryce Brown despite his disastrous game against the Bucs.
December 12, 2012
Bowl Game Pick 'Em: Picking with Confidence Points
Derek Carr should lead Fresno State to some quick points over SMU in the Hawaii Bowl. But which bowl is the best lock?
December 7, 2012
IDP Analysis: Mario is Super Again in Buffalo
Mario Williams' season started slowly, but the last five weeks he's been an IDP stalwart.
December 5, 2012
Five Things to Know: Keeper Leagues Take Note
DeAngelo Williams offers a good buy-low opportunity in keeper leagues.
November 30, 2012
IDP Analysis: Steel City Resurgence
James Harrison has turned back the clock for IDP owners.
November 28, 2012
Five Things to Know: Sanu Grabs the Housh Role in Cincy
Mohamed Sanu is to A.J. Green what T.J. Houshmandzadeh was to Chad Johnson for the Bengals.
November 27, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 14
In Alabama's two-back rushing attack, both Eddie Lacy and T.J. Yeldon could have big days against Georgia this weekend in the SEC championship.
November 23, 2012
IDP Analysis: Watt Shines Even Brighter
Amazingly, J.J. Watt's fantasy value continues to rise.
November 21, 2012
Five Things to Know: 49ers have a Good Problem
Colin Kaepernick might have more upside than Alex Smith as a passer.
November 20, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 13
The Denard Robinson running back experiment leaves Thomas Rawls with less prominence than usual, but he's still a useful fantasy pickup.
November 16, 2012
IDP Analysis: Bucs Rookie Rises to the Top
Tampa Bay's Lavonte David is making an IDP name for himself as a rookie linebacker.
November 14, 2012
Five Things to Know: It's Cooper Time
Riley Cooper might get his opportunity this week and could become a serviceable fantasy WR.
November 13, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 12
Markus Wheaton could have Sean Mannion back at the pass-happy controls for Oregon State.
November 9, 2012
IDP Analysis: Woodyard Emerges for Broncos
Wesley Woodyard finally got his chance, and he's making the most of it for the Broncos.
November 7, 2012
Five Things to Know: It's Time to Target Nicks
Hakeem Nicks might be the best buy-low target in fantasy cirlces these days.
November 6, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 11
If Denard Robinson is out this week with an injury, Devin Gardner could pay off as a gamble at quarterback.
November 2, 2012
IDP Analysis: Washington is Making History
Arizona linebacker Daryl Washington is having an historic IDP season.
October 31, 2012
Five Things to Know: Time to Ride Chandler?
Will Scott Chandler's scoring slump end this week?
October 30, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 10
Markus Wheaton will have backup Cody Vaz throwing him passes this week as starter Sean Mannion's injured knee is still giving him trouble.
October 26, 2012
IDP Analysis: Suggs' Remarkable Return
Terrell Suggs is back - and back in a big way.
October 24, 2012
Five Things to Know: The Cowboys Offense is Finished
The Cowboys have talented players, but a mix of problems will keep them from dominating offensively.
October 23, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 9
Rex Burkhead's knee injury has opened the door for Ameer Abdullah in the Nebraska backfield.
October 19, 2012
IDP Analysis: Injury Bug Bites Baltimore
The Ravens get hit with the injury bug, but that gives others the chance to step up.
October 17, 2012
Five Things to Know: Jones for Now, Dunbar for Later
Felix Jones gets a short-term boost with DeMarco Murray's injury, but third-stringer Lance Dunbar might be the ultimate winner.
October 16, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 8
Rushel Shell is making Pittsburgh standout Ray Graham look relatively ordinary,
October 12, 2012
IDP Analysis: Young Seahawks Take Flight
Rookies Bobby Wagner and Bruce Irvin are climbing up the IDP charts for the Seahawks.
October 10, 2012
Five Things to Know: Don't Sell Just Yet on TB's Martin
Doug Martin has disappointed thus far, but he has a could good matchups upcoming.
October 9, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 7
Markus Wheaton has to break in a new quarterback with Oregon State starter Sean Mannion out indefinitely with a knee injury.
October 5, 2012
IDP Analysis: Key Veterans Returning
James Harrison is Back For Pitt
October 3, 2012
Five Things to Know: Dalton's Value is on the Rise
Andy Dalton is proving to be a quality weekly fantasy starter.
September 28, 2012
IDP Analysis: Just Watt the Texans Needed
J.J. Watt is lighting up the IDP scoreboard in Houston.
September 26, 2012
Five Things to Know: Week 4 Insights
As long as he stays healthy, Mikel Leshoure looks poised for a strong fantasy season as Detroit's top running back.
September 25, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 5
Kolton Browning's numbers are too huge to ignore, and his numbers should only get bigger as Louisiana-Monroe enters conference play.
September 21, 2012
IDP Analysis: Falcons have Moore Safety Talent
Atlanta's William Moore might be the league's hottest IDP thus far.
September 19, 2012
Five Things to Know: Common Sense will Prevail in New England
If Brandon Lloyd or Wes Welker owners in your league are getting antsy, now is a good time to swoop in for a steal.
September 18, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 4
Ray Graham is blocking teammate Rushel Shell from becoming a mainstay fantasy play, but Shell still had a huge day for Pittsburgh last week.
September 14, 2012
IDP Analysis: Hits, Misses After One Week
Carolina rookie Luke Kuechly had a rough first week in the NFL.
September 12, 2012
Five Things to Know: Raven Takes Flight, Finally
It's only one game, but Joe Flacco looks to have turned a corner and become a reliable weekly fantasy starter.
September 11, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 3
Although he's just a redshirt freshman, UCLA's Brett Hundley looks like he might be one of the nation's best quarterbacks already as the Pac-12's Cam Newton.
September 7, 2012
IDP Analysis: Coleman's Worth A Look
As long as he's the starter, Kurt Coleman is a quality IDP.
September 5, 2012
Five Things to Know: Jacquizz is No Sproles
Jacquizz Rodgers is getting a lot of hype, but don't expect him to be the ATL veriosn of Darren Sproles.
September 4, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 2
Top-notch wideouts like Markus Wheaton make Oregon State quarterback Sean Mannion an easy gamble at home this week against Wisconsin.
August 29, 2012
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 1
Montee Ball is the main attraction in Madison, but backup James White figures to see plenty of action in Week 1, at least.
August 29, 2012
Five Things to Know: Don't Believe the Hype
The hype is building for Matt Ryan, but didn't the same thing happen last season at this time?
August 10, 2012
IDP Analysis: IDP Stock Watch
Ray Lewis dropped weight this offseason to improve his speed and quickness. How does that impact his IDP draft stock?
July 31, 2012
SEC Fantasy Preview: SEC: New Stars Set to Emerge
Alabama's Eddie Lacy was one of the nation's best big-play threats the last two years in a backup role. Now he has the starting job all to himself.
April 27, 2012
First-Round Recap: Fantasy fallout from the first 32
Justin Blackmon isn't the first-round's top fantasy target at receiver.
April 14, 2012
NFL Draft Preview: Four-Round Mock
Andrew Luck is still a near lock to land with the Colts. Who will go with him?
March 27, 2012
Three-Round Mock Draft: Two WRs In the Top 10?
Now that Buffalo is loaded at defensive end, WR Michael Floyd makes sense at 10.
March 15, 2012
Post-Combine Rankings: Includes 30+ Scout Reports
Robert Turbin (RB, Utah State) is one player who helped himself at the Combine.
February 29, 2012
New Mock Draft: Two-Round NFL Mock
Will Justin Blackmon fall out of the first 10 picks?
February 22, 2012
NFL Draft Rankings: Pre-Combine Skill Player Rankings
Despite tearing his ACL in November, Ryan Broyles is still a top-five WR in the 2012 NFL Draft.
February 18, 2012
NFL Mock Draft: 2012 First-Round Mock
Miami running back Lamar Miller, projected at the 21st pick, would make a strong fantasy option in Cincinnati.
December 14, 2011
Five Things to Know: Ryan to the Playoff Rescue
Matt Ryan has friendly matchups the next two weeks, just in time for the fantasy playoffs.
December 13, 2011
Bowl Game Pick 'Em: Picking with Confidence Points
Check out our picks for the all of this year's bowls, ranked in order of confidence. Where does Andrew Luck and Stanford fall?
December 7, 2011
Five Things to Know: Kolb Clips Cards' Wings
Kevin Kolb is dragging down Larry Fitzgerald in Arizona.
November 30, 2011
Five Things to Know: Now Houston has a Problem
Andre Johnson's fortunes look bleak with Houston's deteriorating quarterback situation.
November 29, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 14
The college fantasy season is coming down to the wire, which makes this week's waiver wire all the more important.
November 23, 2011
Five Things to Know: Houston, It's not a Problem
Don't expect Andre Johnson's numbers to fall flat now that Matt Leinart is his quarterback.
November 22, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 13
Derek Moye's numbers have suffered this season thanks to a weak passing offense, but this week offers a enticing matchup.
November 16, 2011
Five Things to Know: No Stopping Murray
Don't expect DeMarco Murray to slow down much even with the expected return this week of Felix Jones to the Dallas backfield.
November 15, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 12
With Ryan Broyles out for the year, the door is open for Jaz Reynolds to make an impact for the Sooners.
November 9, 2011
Five Things to Know: Expect Helu to Stick for 'Skins
Roy Helu represents Washington's best backfield option and should remain a viable fantasy starter.
November 8, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 11
As the season heads down the home stretch, waiver wire pickups take on added importance.
November 2, 2011
Five Things to Know: Brown has Staying Power
Hines Ward's expected return threatens Antonio Brown's production, but don't dismiss Brown just yet.
November 1, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 10
Lamar Miller has garnered most of the attention, but Tommy Streeter has established himself as Miami's top playmaker.
October 26, 2011
Five Things to Know: Time to Target Greene?
Shonn Greene looks poised for a strong second half and likely can be had at a reasonable price.
October 25, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 9
Hey, there's some talent on the waiver wire this week.
October 19, 2011
Five Things to Know: Week 7 Brings New Roles
Carson Palmer will exchange his Bengals jersey for a Raiders jersey after being traded. But what should fantasy owners expect?
October 18, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 8
As long as G.J. Kinne is on the field, Willie Carter should remain a consistent option for Tulsa.
October 12, 2011
Five Things to Know: Sell DeAngelo, Marshawn, Now
DeAngelo Williams is coming off consecutive strong games. Time to sell. Marshawn Lynch, too.
October 11, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 7
Dan Persa's return has made tight end Drake Dunsmore a fantasy factor for the Wildcats.
October 5, 2011
Five Things to Know: Is it Tebow Time? Does it Matter?
The Broncos are 1-3 and the Tim Tebow noise machine is cranking up. But just how much fantasy production should be expected from him?
October 4, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 6
Derek Moye started the year slowly, but the last three weeks he's proven his worth as one of the nation's best receivers.
September 28, 2011
Five Things to Know for Week 4: Fluke or Foreshadowing?
Torrey Smith showed his skills Sunday, but that doesn't mean he's Joe Flacco's new favorite target or that fantasy owners should overspend for his services.
September 27, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 5
D.J. Woods is listed as Cincinnati's No. 1 recevier, but Anthony McClung has played like it - and he's not going anywhere.
September 21, 2011
Five Things to Know: Cowboys Staring at Disaster
Tony Romo's injury isn't Dallas' only problem, putting the Cowboys on the brink of disaster.
September 20, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 4
With G.J. Kinne out with injury, Tulsa likely will rely on Trey Watts and the running game.
September 14, 2011
Five Things to Know: The Ravens are Legit
Expect Joe Flacco and the Ravens to keep rolling.
September 12, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 3
Derek Moye's fantasy stock might be low, but if you need a receiver, Moye is worth a gamble.
September 7, 2011
Five Things to Know: Red Flags in Indianapolis
The Peyton Manning crisis could linger for some time, which makes projecting Colts like Reggie Wayne and Dallas Clark a tricky proposition.
September 6, 2011
Waiver Wire Watch: Players to Pick Up Week 2
Tommy Rees took over the starting quarterback Saturday and wasted no time demonstrating his upside in the Notre Dame offense.
August 31, 2011
Five Things to Know: What Vick's Mega-Deal Means
Will Michael Vick's new contract spur a negative on the field from DeSean Jackson?
August 10, 2011
Five Things to Know: San Diego Timeshare?
Five things to consider as the fantasy football season gains steam, including a timeshare in San Diego for Ryan Mathews.
July 27, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Fallout From Day 1 of Free Agency
The lockout over, free agency kicked off with a host of moves that will impact the fantasy landscape.
July 21, 2011
The Top 150 For 2011: Broyles Lands No. 9 Ranking
For a one-stop guide for your league's draft, step inside to see the big picture for college fantasy football this year.
June 22, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Unresolved Status
Some important fantasy wideouts could land on new teams this season, but will Vincent Jackson be among them?
June 15, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Free-Agent Landing Spots
Potential free agents like DeAngelo Williams face an uncertain future this offseason. Where will he and his fellow free-agent runnin backs land?
June 11, 2011
Quarterback Rankings: Robinson's a Dual Threat
Denard Robinson's dual-threat ability makes him the top-rated quarterback in the 2011 college football season.
June 8, 2011
Preseason Job Battles: Likely Camp Competitions
Chris Wells is a great talent, but he's headed for a camp competition with rookie Ryan Williams. Here's an early look at job battles across the NFL.
June 1, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Quarterback Wheel of Fortune
Matt Hasselbeck is among a number of quarterbacks looking for a landing spot as teams spin the QB free-agent wheel.
May 11, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: An Early Look at Breakouts and Busts for 2011
Matt Cassel threw 27 touchdown passes last season. But which side of the breakout-bust debate does he land on entering this season?
May 3, 2011
NFL Draft: Top Fantasy Rookies
Mark Ingram landed in a good fantasy spot with the Saints. Find out who else might make a rookie impact as we take a team-by-team look.
April 27, 2011
NFL Draft: Final Mock Draft
The NFL Draft gets going Thursday, but we've got the picks ahead of time.
April 19, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Top-15 Tight Ends
Despite injuries, Antionio Gates is still the top fantasy tight end on the board.
April 13, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Top-20 Wide Receivers
There's no debating the point that Andre Johnson offers a higher floor than any receiver, and it really isn't very close.
April 5, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Top-20 Running Backs
Adrian Peterson is a one of the league's top workhorse backs, but did he garner the top spot in our offseason running back rankings?
March 30, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Top-10 Quarterbacks
Where does Michael Vick rank among the top fantasy quarterbacks heading into 2011?
March 22, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: The 2011 Top 10
Should Adrian Peterson be the top overall pick in next season's fantasy drafts? Or has Arian Foster overtaken him as fantasy's No. 1?
March 16, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Mock Draft - Rounds 1, 2
Carolina needs a franchise quarterback, and Cam Newton has all the tools to fill that void. But does that make him a good fantasy option in his rookie season?
March 2, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Combine Winners, Losers
DeMarco Murray's 4.41 40-yard time at the NFL Combine turned heads. Which players helped, and hurt, their draft prospects?
February 22, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Previewing the Combine
The multi-threat Randall Cobb is the Rudy version of Percy Harvin - he can do it all. If he does enough at the combine, he'll improve his draft stock.
February 15, 2011
NFL Offseason Watch: Mock Draft Fantasy Impact
Will the champs have a shot to add Mark Ingram to an already high-powered offense?
December 10, 2010
Bowl Game Pick 'Em: Picking & Ranking All The Games
DeMarco Murray and the Sooners are the top lock this year as they take on Connecticut.
December 8, 2010
Bowl Game Fantasy Rankings: Bowl Game Fantasy Rankings
North Carolina's Anthony Elzy is a great buy-low option against the Tennessee defense.
November 29, 2010
Depth Chart Watch: Reaction to Jackson
DeSean Jackson's starting role is safe, but a couple duds have us wondering - is he still the unquestioned top receiver in Philadelphia?
October 12, 2010
Week 6 In Review: The Biggest News From Week 6
And the worst Big 12 QB for the past three weeks is... Jerrod Johnson?
October 4, 2010
Week In Review: The Standouts From Week 5
Texas couldn't slow down DeMarco Murray. Can anyone do it?
September 1, 2010
Weekly Preview: Weekly College Preview
Auburn's Mario Fannin has a strong matchup this week against Arkansas State. Check out who else to start or sit based on the schedule this week.
August 26, 2010
RotoWire Preseason Top 25: Sizing Up the 2010 College Football Season
We've got more than a couple twists that you won't see in other mainstream rankings.
August 6, 2010
Independents Preview: Brian Kelly will whip Notre Dame into shape. But how quickly can he do it?
If you thought Charlie Weis looked bad before, wait till you see how he looks compared to Brian Kelly.
June 24, 2010
Team Previews: 2010 Texans Preview
Texans Aim to Overcome Playoff Hurdle
