Football is officially back, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve waited not-so-patiently like a loyal dog at the window facing a driveway when it’s time for it’s owner to come home. Each game gave dynasty owners some sort of storyline to follow. Most of us want to see how our new assets (rookies) will fit in with their team and there were some exciting performances. We also got to see some old faces in new places. It’s always odd and intriguing to see a player in a new jersey.
Since some of the most impactful events which affect your fantasy team happen on the field, I’m going to do something slightly different with Impact Events this year. As always, I’ll report on injury and contract news, but starting today, I’ll analyze how some performances may have an effect on your roster.
Philip Rivers, QB SD
News: The San Diego Chargers and Rivers agree to a four year extension worth over $83 million. The former fourth overall draft pick will be 38 years old when his new contract runs out, likely linking him to the team for the rest of his career.
Analysis: Rivers may be a bit underappreciated in the fantasy industry. Since 2008, only Drew Brees and Aaron Rodgers have scored more fantasy points. The dynasty industry in particular seems to have a lack of respect for him as there are currently two rookie quarterbacks and Matthew Stafford being drafted ahead of Rivers in our August ADP. That doesn’t seem right to me. Rivers has almost an annual finish as a top ten quarterback in fantasy, and this contract tells us the Chargers want to keep him in town for five more years. I get the idea of Stafford, Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota being younger, but there is no guarantee …read more
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