Happster's Market Report: Week 10

Buying

Laurent Robinson, WR – Dallas Cowboys

As most of you have no doubt heard, Miles Austin looks to be out of action for another 2-4 weeks. Which, for those playing at home, means that he might not be back until the fantasy playoffs begin for most leagues. The Cowboys are probably not going to stop throwing and we all know Dez Bryant is liable to go down at any moment so who’s left? That would be Laurent Robinson. The fifth year wide receiver out of Illinois State looks to step up and fill the vacancy. He’s a talented wide receiver who has already been the Cowboy’s leading receiver once this season (week 9). So go out and grab him if he’s still available.

Roy Helu, RB – Washington Redskins

I’m sorry. I really am. Seriously, this guy is going to totally burn you, or more precisely he’s going to Shanahan you. But his situation is just too good to pass up. Ryan Torain is still very much in the mix despite only getting two touches last week and he’s likely to be the lead rusher next week (and Helu the week after that). So pick him up if you need him, because he is very talented and could bust out a huge game every week, but don’t expect consistent numbers.

Selling:

Beanie Wells, RB – Arizona Cardinals

I’m actually a big fan of Beanie, but he is hurt and playing like it. He doesn’t have that burst of speed that he normally had and was held in check by the Rams, the 32^nd ranked rushing defense. If you can, it would be worth it to trade Wells now while his trade value is still pretty high, especially, considering that the best thing for Wells would probably be a week or two out of the lineup.

Chris Johnson, RB – Tennessee Titans

Oh yeah, still trading this guy for anyone with a pulse. After last week’s performance you might actually get an accepted offer too…

Penny Stocks:

LaRod Stephens-Howling, RB – Arizona Cardinals

When Wells finally goes down, someone will have to run the ball for the Cardinals, and Stephens-Howling is that guy. He has not had much in the way of opportunities this year, but has done pretty well when given the opportunity (6.5 YPC). If you have extra roster space he might be worth holding onto. At the very least, keep an eye on him.

Christopher Ivory, RB – New Orleans Saints

Sean Peyton is very similar to Mike Shanahan in that he never seems to give any one running back on his roster the starting amount of carries. Well trading Reggie Bush and losing Mark Ingram to injury leaves Peyton with only Chris Ivory or Pierre Thomas, and considering Sean Peyton hates Thomas, Chris Ivory might just be a great pickup for the discerning manager who is looking for a running back with high upside. Consider Ivory a great flex option.