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For you history buffs, we will archive every article penned by the Shark Team in 2005. As each week is finished, we will move the content to this page so you can reminisce about the good old days ... like week 1.
Because of the huge number of articles, this archive is divided into sections:
Preseason | Weeks 1-4 | Weeks 5-8 | Weeks 9-12 | Weeks 13-17 | Playoffs
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The Prognosticator - Week 13
Tony Holm, "The Prognosticator"
Dec 2, 2005 |
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| The Lions just canned Steve Mariucci and it will take a few weeks/seasons to rebound from that move. Mooch was a popular coach with the players and as Dre Bly pointed out, they're not too thrilled with the move. The better move would have been to send Matt Millen packing. All of us in fantasy land can tell you their drafts under Millen have just been dog bone stupid and that is where the blame truly lies... |
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Vinnie's Pick$ and Pa$$es - Week 13
Vinny, Caribbean Affiliate
Dec 2, 2005 |
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| OK, We’re starting the stretch run. One more solid week with no losers, and I might be able to show my mug in the hometown again... |
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The Diary of a Fantasy Virgin Week 12
Tim Davoll, Fantasy Football Staff Writers
Dec 2, 2005 |
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| I have found the enemy. The enemy be none other than myself. I survived Turkey Day and realized that I am an obsessive combination Fantasy Football compulsive. |
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The Seadog Report
Doug Gaskell, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 2, 2005 |
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| The Seadog is back in town. Many thanks to Gary (a.k.a. SJSwarm) for filling in the past couple of weeks. |
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The Sin City BetBot Presents: GoldenLegs
The Sin City BetBot 6000, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 2, 2005 |
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| The BetBot only likes one player this week, but he likes the player quite a bit. Also, he gets to a couple important pieces of reader mail and announces the schedule for the upcoming 2nd Annual BetBot Fantasy Awards Show! |
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Week 13 - Waiver Wire Pickups
Glenn Anderson, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Nov 29, 2005 |
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| Just when you quit walking under ladders, stepping on sidewalk cracks, and throwing mirrors around the house...it's Week 13!! If you've been starting Byron Leftwich, you'd better start shopping for a QB...we've got a few decent ones of mention on the wire. The format is a bit different this week so you just might get an idea or two even if you think you're already set for the playoffs. We'll also be talking about worthwhile handcuffs for your playoff run, and who to grab for your Dynasty teams even if you're out of contention this year. So let's rock! |
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From the MISC File on CN8 - 2005 All-Turkey Team
Doug Coutts, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Nov 29, 2005 |
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| Last Wednesday, Ed Berliner once again opened up Comcast Cable's CN8 studio for Doug Coutts and the sharks to talk fantasy football on the Sports Pulse. We presented our Second Annual All-Turkey Team. |
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Week Twelve in Review
Doug Coutts, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Nov 28, 2005 |
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| My apologies for the lateness this week....there were some great games over the weekend...many of which went into extra time. Nearly 40 fantasy players made this week's story, which no doubt translates into some high scores in your leagues. |
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Week 13- Strategy Sessions
Marc Schwartz, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Nov 28, 2005 |
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| This week I have decided to make my 2005 Busts of the Year list. If you have one of these guys you’ve probably had an up hill battle all year, and if you were unlucky enough to draft two of these guys on your team, you’re probably already thinking about next year. |
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The Prognosticator - Week 14
Tony Holm, "The Prognosticator"
Dec 9, 2005 |
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| I've seen a number of fellow analysts call for a reduction in Larry Johnson's impressive totals against the Cowboys as the 'boys have been playing some stout D lately. I'm not in their camp and fall squarely in the, “Until he shows me he can't tool every team in this league, I'm never picking against him” camp... |
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The Sin City BetBot Presents: Rock the Vote!
The Sin City BetBot 6000, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 9, 2005 |
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| This week the BetBot lays out his plans for the end of year awards show, including instructions for how you can help him decide. Also, some random thoughts on football, Gabe Kaplan, and Terence Trent D'Arby. |
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Games to Watch - Week 14
Chris Dolfi, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 9, 2005 |
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| We have three Sunday 1:00pm games as our Games to Watch this week... after that, it's all about the fantasy stats. If you watch any games this weekend, watch these three and then go Christmas shopping. |
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The Diary of a Fantasy Virgin Week 13
Tim Davoll, Fantasy Football Staff Writers
Dec 9, 2005 |
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| In the thirteenth week, all heck breaks loose and I am desperately seeking victory. With victory comes one last chance at getting to .500. |
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Ranking the Contenders
Brian Jackson, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 7, 2005 |
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| The 12-0 Colts continue to roll but at what cost? |
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Week 14- Strategy Sessions
Marc Schwartz, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 5, 2005 |
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| So how did Chris Chambers and Lee Evans combine for 355 yards and 4 td’s? As unpredictable as it was, I can’t say it was absolutely shocking because the Bills and Dolphins game fit into a category I like to call “Two Bad Teams.” |
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Week Thirteen in Review
Doug Coutts, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Dec 5, 2005 |
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| In general, a low scoring week...many of the top players will not be among those names listed here...always nice when your opponent has a throw in like Chris Chambers or Lee Evans in their starting lineup. |
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The Prognosticator - Week 15
Tony Holm, "The Prognosticator"
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| To answer the question about whether the Colts will rest their starters down the road and forget about the perfect season. Even they know that history and an opportunity like this is too much to just walk away from. They are going to go after it but it's funny to think that they couldn't win games with some star players sitting... |
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Vinnie's Pick$ and Pa$$es - Week 15
Vinnie, Caribbean Affiliate
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| Sorry about last week folks, got trapped in an icestorm in Dallas. Anyone ever try using their hotel room keycard to scrape ice off a frozen windshield. |
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The Sin City BetBot Presents: A Pound of Hate
The Sin City BetBot 6000, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| The BetBot shells out his Merrill Hoge Least Valuable Player awards for the season. Based on your voting in the shark tank, there won't be many surprises... |
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Week 15 Games to Watch
Joe Petrizzi, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| Saturday football is back, baby! In this article, I'll highlight a couple of Saturday games and a Sunday AFC showdown. |
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The Seadog Report
Doug Gaskell, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| The regular season is winding down - let's take a look at week #15 |
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The Diary of a Fantasy Virgin Week 14
Tim Davoll, Fantasy Football Staff Writers
Dec 16, 2005 |
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| It was on the 12th day of the 12th month and all was good. For in a remote village in a quaint town in a secluded state, the Demolition sealed a victory leading to a .500 season. |
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Ranking the Contenders
Brian Jackson, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 15, 2005 |
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| The playoffs are closing in, but other than Indy and Seattle few teams stand out. |
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Week 14- Strategy Sessions
Marc Schwartz, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 13, 2005 |
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| For every guy who drafted Ahman Green in the early 2nd, there was another who drafted Joey Galloway in the 12th.. Learn to Love it! |
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Week Fourteen in Review
Doug Coutts, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Dec 12, 2005 |
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| Larry Johnson continues to reward those owners that used "too high" a draft pick on him...and this needs to be said, the Houston Texans are throwing games in order to win the Reggie Bush Sweepstakes. Bush! |
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The Prognosticator - Week 16
Tony Holm, "The Prognosticator"
Dec 23, 2005 |
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| The story in Detroit just goes from bad to worse. We have been mocking the Lions for their inept drafts for years, the debacle just rolls on. Think about this, the last time the Lions were worth their salt they had Barry Sanders running the football... |
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Vinnie's Pick$ and Pa$$es
Vinnie, Caribbean Affiliate
Dec 23, 2005 |
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| The end of the year brings many opportunities where teams just give up, and there are many bet against games out there. Especially, second half betting, as some teams just want to get on the plane home. |
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The Diary of a Fantasy Virgin Week 15
Tim Davoll, Fantasy Football Staff Writers
Dec 23, 2005 |
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| Happy Holidays! We are winding down Fantasy Football at the Virgin office. One more article about the last fantasy football game of the season and voila, we open up the prognosticating arm of the office and write about some football games. |
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The Seadog IDP Report
Doug Gaskell, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 23, 2005 |
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| The 2005 fantasy football season is winding down. We'll take a look at some possibly good match-ups for week #16 |
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Observation Deck - Week 15
Jason Brichta, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 20, 2005 |
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| The story of the week was the loss heard ‘round the world, or at least our football world. To me, this means more than just one loss; it could mean the Colts’ season. |
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Week 15- Strategy Sessions
Marc Schwartz, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 19, 2005 |
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| Closing out this season, I figured that you might be interested in seeing a mock draft for next year. |
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Week Fifteen in Review
Doug Coutts, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Dec 19, 2005 |
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| So many good games, with so many different angles to have available this week! We had the Texans winning, the Colts losing, and Detroit fans doing the inexcusable... |
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The Prognosticator - Week 17
Tony Holm, "The Prognosticator"
Dec 30, 2005 |
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| Be sure to check back next week for the annual Playoff Progno where the Progno takes you through the playoffs soup to nuts. We've been eerily accurate over the years, including a complete sweep last season where we had the Patriots beating the Eagles in the Super Bowl... |
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Vinnie's Pick$ and Pa$$es
Vinnie, Caribbean Affiliate
Dec 30, 2005 |
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| Final Week – This is THE week to break your bookie. We’re back in the saddle and riding high again. Easily won 2 or 3 last week, and I look for a HUGE final week as there are MANY teams that will not be bringing their A game this week. |
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The Diary of a Fantasy Virgin Week 16
Tim Davoll, Fantasy Football Staff Writers
Dec 30, 2005 |
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| Happy New Year! This brings about the end of the Fantasy Football portion of your programming. The Virgin will be around for some playoff and prognostication. |
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Games to Watch - Week 17
Chris Dolfi, Fantasy Football Staff Writer
Dec 30, 2005 |
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| Here we are, the last week of the regular season. It wasn't easy picking 3 "games to watch" when so many games have so little impact on the playoff races, but hey - we're dedicated to finding the hidden gems in every week's schedule, so read 'em and watch. |
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Start/Bench List - Week 17
Ron Anish, Fantasy Football Senior Staff Writer
Dec 28, 2005 |
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Here's an updated list of who is in the playoffs and who to avoid: AFC: Colts, Bengals, Patriots, Jaguars & Broncos; NFC: Giants, Bears, & Seahawks. BUT, the Patriots, Bengals and Giants could improve their seeding with a win (and some help). Players from those teams can help you in a pinch.
The following teams will be battling to get in the playoffs and should be the best options for this week (depending on matchup): AFC: Steelers & Chiefs; NFC: Cowboys, Redskins, Panthers, & Bucs. |
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