Knowing the Bengals have a porous offensive line, Donald is one of the few defensive players that could have a game worthy of being the Super Bowl MVP. In his first season, Higgins had over 900 yards and six touchdowns on 67 receptions. Check out this clip of what McPherson said to back up QB Brandon Allen before drilling the game-winning kick against the Titans. Im sure Kupp has been waiting for this moment ever since his injury prevented him from playing during the team's 2019 Super Bowl run. Where to start. If that is the case, Jefferson is as good a bet as any to come down with it. *Channels inner Michael Buffer* Brought to you by RotoBaller and todays commentator Ellis Johnson. After taking down the undisputed GOAT of the NFL, this team grinded their way past Kyle Shanahans NFC bullies and showed they have what it takes to win it all. In one of the most fascinating careers in the NFL, Stafford has made the most of his opportunity this season. Burrow and Stafford, Chase and Kupp, and now OBJ and Tee Higgins. Not only is he experienced, but he is also the Bengals' locker room leader. On January 31st, 2021, Stafford was traded to the Rams, and a year later, he had his first three playoff wins and first Super Bowl appearance. Its not often you see a team move away from a QB who led them to a Super Bowl only to bring in someone who has never won a playoff game. After transferring from Ohio State to Louisiana State University, Joseph Lee Burrow went on to post the greatest college season of all time. Everyone knew Kupp was getting the ball and in two plays, the two of them marched the field. Mixon finally added the ground attack that had been missing from this team over the previous years. Reader, and the sporadic first-round corner Eli Apple. After being the only kicker drafted in the 2021 draft, his fifth-round draft capital has proved to be worth every penny. This team oozes confidence and is led by a true winner. He did this on a team that played with a second and third-string QB for the second half of the season. This Read More, Free agency can be a great opportunity for players to find new homes that mesh with their playing styles and help them achieve their potential, but it can also be a chance for players to think they're doing that and then wind up in a bad situation where they're unable to find NBA success. Today, we're talking about the Cincinnati Bengals. Cardinals, Kyler Murray Working On Monster Extension, Browns Working Out AJ McCarron, Josh Rosen, Mac McClung Signs One-Year Deal With Warriors, Carlos Rodon To Open Second Half On Thursday, Browns Not Expected To Pursue Jimmy Garoppolo, Packers Sign Second-Rounder Christian Watson, Officially Given Permission To Seek Trade, Taj Gibson Signs One-Year Deal With Wizards, Raptors Sign Jeff Dowtin Jr. To Two-Way Contract, J.T. The Rams know the Bengals can be lethal through the air, making it all the more important to establish a balanced attack. Somehow, we have yet to see the rookie sweat even when kicking the biggest kicks of his career. In one of the most fascinating matchups of the last decade, this game could truly go either way. As fun as it is to acquire assets in dynasty leagues, in order to get, you have to give. For years, we heard about Joe Mixons talent, yet we never saw it fully unleashed. All free! He also threw the iconic game-winning touchdown against the Browns with a dislocated shoulder in 2016. Kupp has stepped up when the team has needed him most all season. Although Akers has proved to be the more explosive and effective runner this postseason, he has also coughed up the ball a couple of times. I want to do something different for this edition, we're going to Read More, For pitchers, K% minus BB% is generally recognized to be a superior metric to K/BB, and one of the better metrics out there for capturing pitcher talent. Arguably one of the league's elite slot receivers, Boyd is consistently overlooked on this offense. Fantasy managers were treated to breakout seasons from players like Cooper Kupp, Deebo Samuel, Michael Pittman Jr., Jaylen Waddle, and Marquise Brown, among many others. As great as Chidobe Awuzie has been all season, the Bengals do not have a single corner that can cover Kupp and will need to rely on a team effort to have any chance of slowing him down. However, I think Burrow possesses the talent and poise to be the more likely to play a clean game in this one. In one of the most likable QB matchups, its easy to root for each team for different reasons. C.J. Being the underdogs in each of their last two games, this team continues to prevail. Brown was the WR15 overall in 2019. 21 years later, Stafford was drafted by the Detroit Lions with the first overall pick in 2009. Since then, he has slowly progressed to become one of the better running backs in the NFL. I am tentative to side with a rookie kicker in the Super Bowl, but McPherson has proven there is no reason to doubt him. Outside of these two, the Bengals cant compare to the star power of the Rams. As great as Chidobe Awuzie has been all season, the Bengals do not have a single corner that can cover Kupp and will need to rely on a team effort to have any chance of slowing him down. After that, he was selected by the Rams in the second round. Max Meyer was called up, and Esteury Ruiz was called up as well and is not Read More, It's the end of the All-Star Break as we know it (and I feel fine). At the end, I will also discuss each teams advantages in key matchups and make my pick for Super Bowl LVI. Location: So-Fi Stadium, Los Angeles, California. Don't have an account? As a result, I have to give it to the team that has more playoff experience and multiple players who have played in a Super Bowl before. The team that has invested its future and doubled down on a Super Bowl run? Like what you see?

Not only does OBJ scream Los Angeles, but his timely arrival helped make up for the loss of Robert Woods. He is a true standup guy that walks the line between confident and cocky perfectly. Join the Best Live Fantasy Chat Community! 2022 Fantasy Football Sleepers - Running Back Draft Targets and Avoids However, they may be lesser-known names but they have been produced all season. This is a toss-up, and usually, that means I would side with the veteran. In an altercation caught on camera, Mixon hit a fellow female student breaking her jaw, eye socket, and cheekbone. This season, he finished with the third-most fantasy points, rushing yards, rushing attempts, and rushing touchdowns. Enthusiasm for these leagues remains enormous for multiple reasons, which includes the ability to complete all forms of roster management immediately upon the conclusion Read More, After every NFL season, NFL teams take the time to evaluate not only the players but also the coaching staff and front office as well. Aaron Donald, usually a quiet leader on the team, stepped up against the 49ers. Paired with Baker Mayfield, this team did string together some of the best seasons the Browns had seen in a while, but still, something was missing. Whether its in the red zone or between the 20s, these two find each other. Call him what you will, Joe Brr, Joe Shiesty, Joey Franchise, or Joe Cool, Joe Burrow is THE guy and anything but average. This in turn revealed that McVay had another card up his sleeve, Cooper Kupp. So the rehabilitation began, and slowly reports of his recovery started to emerge. Zac Taylor (HC, CIN): On January 30th, 2022, the Rams booked their ticket to their second Super Bowl in four years. In their secondary, they also have star safety Eric Weddle, who came out of retirement for this Super Bowl run. As a result, backups Blanton and Drew Sample would step up. Once again, another star on this defense. No matter how much I like the storyline of this Bengals defense, you cant deny the sheer star power of the Rams. During their run in 2019, do you know who their QB coach was? A team that has faced adversity and not only took down the AFC #1 seed on the road but followed it up with an overtime victory against the unbeatable Kansas City football team in Arrowhead. Whether you choose to cheer for him or not, he is an important piece to this Bengals offense. I will mostly have standard-scoring rotisserie leagues in mind here, and I will try to not make injury a big part of Read More, Sometimes when your anticipation for something is so great, it's hard to evaluate that particular thing fairly and accurately. He is a true standup guy that walks the line between confident and cocky perfectly. That is exactly what you will find in the Fantasy Football Players Championship (FFPC). Already becoming the first, first overall pick to make it to a Super Bowl in his first two seasons, Burrow looks to become the first player ever to win the National Championship, the Heisman, and the Super Bowl. Which narrative do you like more? But thats only one side of the ball. So youre telling me, we get to see JaMarr Chase against Jalen Ramsey in the Super Bowl?

Ellis Advantage: Rams. Cam Akers & Sony Michel (RB, LAR): Weve already discussed Akers miraculous return this season; however, he only makes up half of this backfield. For batters, though, BB/K is still the dominant metric, widely referenced in baseball research. Lastly, thank you @Danmadegraphics for the picture edits. If he can find success on the ground, it may take some pressure off of Burrow and open up the passing game. His name may bring fear to Bengals fans, but dont forget that. Unfortunately, his rookie season ended early after a torn ACL and MCL halfway through the season. He did this on a team that played with a second and third-string QB for the second half of the season. Outside of these two, the Bengals cant compare to the star power of the Rams. Thats a tough line to walk, especially with a surgically repaired knee. We saw Justin Jefferson finish as the WR6 overall in 2020, with fellow rookies CeeDee Lamb and Chase Claypool finishing inside the top-20. Joe Brrr has had ice in his veins in the postseason. At the end of the day, there is a reason PFF had this defense ranked first heading into the season (and that was before they added Von Miller and Eric Weddle). If you Read More, The gap between the top running back on an NFL team and the No. The second-year player had a quiet breakout season this year. In one of the most fascinating careers in the NFL, Stafford has made the most of his opportunity this season. Next, we will all be hearing a tale about a scrawny Ohio kid who would soon change the entire city of Cincinnati. Ellis Advantage: Bengals. ). What we're doing here is taking a good, close look at the hitting data each week to see which hitters are standing out the most. Evan Money McPherson has broken the rookie kicker mold. Mixon finally added the ground attack that had been missing from this team over the previous years. Unique scoring formats can provide the nifty twist they may be seeking. The other 24 still have an extra day to relax while these six have to get back out there a day early and make up some games. Even with his aces, McVay didnt want to risk the flop. Van Jefferson (WR, LAR): The second-year player had a quiet breakout season this year. Joe Burrow can. Unfortunately, he also sprained his MCL last game and is hoping to return this week. Not only did Hendrickson become a star, but safety Jessie Bates III entered the season as PFFs eighth-ranked safety. In the playoffs, Kupp is averaging a ridiculous 129 yards, 11 targets, and 1.3 touchdowns per game. There is no hiding the big game McVay was referring to. On the other side of Donald is Leonard Floyd, who has 9.5 or more sacks in each of the last two years. Two of the best second fiddle WRs in the league may be forced to be THE guy if the defenses can stall their elite teammates.