Matthew Berry

  (3:04 PM)

Hi gang: As always, all subjects answered... let's get into it

Jamal Charles ( KC)

With LJ out, am I a decent bye week fill in?

Matthew Berry

  (3:04 PM)

Not against TEN, no.

James (Miami, Flordia)

Does Steve Breaston have value once Boldin comes back? If so how much?

Matthew Berry

  (3:05 PM)

A high end #3 WR - #3 in real football, not fantasy... a guy with upside but not an every week starter....

Jeff, Utah

Thanks for telling me to start Camarillo and sit Harrison. It really helped today...yeah.

Matthew Berry

  (3:05 PM)

I aim to please

Carlos, Santa Cruz, CA

I picked up Schaub earlier this week to cover for Romo while he recovers from his broken pinkie. Now there is word that he may play this Sunday with a splint. Assuming he actually plays, would Romo with a splint be worth the risk or should I just leave Schaub in my lineup?

Matthew Berry

  (3:07 PM)

Stick with Schaub... if Romo plays I'll have him towards the end of my bottom 10. There's risk of re-injury and that they may get up big and rest him

Dom (Newport Beach, CA)

Hello Mr. Berry. Would you trade Chris Johnson and Thomas Jones for Portis? Is this too much/not enough? Many thanks.

Matthew Berry

  (3:07 PM)

Depending on who my other running back was, yeah, I do that trade.

Dan (New York)

You think Camarillo will get more points than McClain this week?

Matthew Berry

  (3:08 PM)

Yes, I do.

Bo

TMR, you laugh at the Patriots and talk about 18-1 but what have the Redskins won for you lately? They did just lose to what looked like the worst team in football.

Matthew Berry

  (3:10 PM)

True, but at the end of the day, neither team won the Super Bowl last year. And we're not smug. And we've never been caught cheating. And I like the Skins' chances better than NE this year

JB (College Station, TX)

Planning for upcoming bye weeks so who's a better RB for the rest of the season - Jonathon Stewart or Michael Pittman?

Matthew Berry

  (3:12 PM)

Stewart. Can't trust Shanny when Selvin and Torain come back

Dan (chicago)

Does Matt Forte's ability to catch the ball out of the backfield make him a must start even against the run-stuffing Minny D?

Matthew Berry

  (3:12 PM)

yes

Matt (Chicago)

HA! Taking Shaun Alexander with my #1 overall pick has FINALLY paid off!!! HAHAHA!!!

Carl (Mobile, AL)

Megatron...still a top 15 WR at the end of the year?

Matthew Berry

  (3:13 PM)

no

Ben (Bay Area)

How come there is no updated rankings on friday this year? Also 1 point for every yard per reception and rushing. Which 2 out of these 3 do you got? C. Johnson, S.Slaton, or tough matchup with Lynch?

Matthew Berry

  (3:14 PM)

Rankings ARE updated - every Friday afternoon. They look the same, so maybe that's it, but always look at the publish date.... In a PPR league, I'm actually sitting Lynch there

Laffey Taffy (Cleveland, OH)

Who is the hottest chick on the new 90210? Silver right, hands down. I don't thik it's a contest. You?

Matthew Berry

  (3:16 PM)

Well, I'm partial to Kelly as always... And Lori Loughlin is smokin. Even I think the kids are too young for me.... Yeesh. But I can see why you'd say Silver. I might go with the Kansas girl because of the sorta innoncent but still hot thing vs Silver's might be amazing but might also stab you thing that she has going.

Tim (West Chester, PA)

MB, With Kitna on IR for the year, and Roy Williams traded to the circus that is the Dallas Cowboys, does Calvin Johnson's value go up, stays the same, or plummet since he'll most likely see at least double coverage every down?

Matthew Berry

  (3:17 PM)

Slightly lower... Yes, he'll see double teams but it's the QB play that worries me. Still, they will be down and throwing. A LOT.

Dillion (Chicago)

What up TMR? I have mad depth at WR, would you trade MJD & Randy Moss for B.Westbrook in a PPR league?

Matthew Berry

  (3:20 PM)

Yes, I would... after this week.

Mark (Boston)

Just got offered Andre Johnson/Addai for T. Jones/R. White. I know Addai is out for a few weeks but is this deal too good to pass up?

Matthew Berry

  (3:20 PM)

yes, it is. Do it.

jay (wizardville, usa)

will torry holt ever be fantasy relevant this year? and roy williams in dallas? he went from a bad situation to a worse one, no?

Matthew Berry

  (3:21 PM)

yes on Holt - starting this week. DAL secondary is hurt. And Roy upgraded - better QB and offense... he's the 4th option instead of #2 but I think it helped

Marie(Hartford)

Matthew, Who wold be a better pick-up if LJ is out more than a week? Charles or Kolby smith?

Matthew Berry

  (3:22 PM)

Charles

T (Buffalo)

Your Love/Hate column puts me in a pickle...Without giving the hometown bias to Edwards, do you love him more than Orton, or should I wait to see how he returns from the concussion first?

Matthew Berry

  (3:23 PM)

Orton. And you can always check my rankings to see where I am on certain players.

Chris (Providence RI)

One word answer... best value here on out Rudi, Maroney, or Perry... yikes

Matthew Berry

  (3:24 PM)

Yikes indeed. I'll say Maroney. But .. bleah

Jeremy (Miami)

With Romo possible to play, do I pickup a waiver guy like Garcia/Ferrote or trade H.Ward for Schaub?

Matthew Berry

  (3:24 PM)

waiver guy unless you wouldn't be starting Ward

Len (Denver, Colorado)

Did you see that girl win 1 million dollars on Wheel of Fortune two days ago? Is it bad that I found her to be more attractive once she become a millionaire?

Matthew Berry

  (3:26 PM)

No, didn't see. And no, that's the correct response.

Drew (DC)

I think it's time to sell high on santana moss... Trade him and cambpell for big ben and fwp? Got any other buy low candidates?

Matthew Berry

  (3:27 PM)

I'd do that deal but no, I actuall ythink Moss is a buy low... two bad games - and he'll struggle this week too... But like him after this week for the rest of the year

Kameron (Cali)

TMR, I got a dilemma only you can solve. Who will put up more points this week Kevin Smith or Mewelde Moore?

Matthew Berry

  (3:29 PM)

Moore vs. CIN

Nick (Jersey)

Got offered Lynch and Colston for AP. Should i take this offer? I feel as though AP has not seen his best days this season thus far..

Matthew Berry

  (3:30 PM)

I'd do it. I agree AP will be better but that's too much to not take. AP's not gonna be a lot better, you know?

xK

Matt. Just read through love/hate. Would you really start the gus bus over Big Ben?!

Matthew Berry

  (3:30 PM)

Yeah, actually, I would. CHI's really banged up and CIN is #4 vs the pass.

Adam Jones (Dallas)

Now that my NFL career is over, what reality show best suits my skill set?

Matthew Berry

  (3:31 PM)

I think he's sitting down with Dr. Drew on Celeb Rehab, don't you?

Joe Mokena IL

Rackers or Suisham for week 6?

Matthew Berry

  (3:31 PM)

You've never really read me before, have you?

Tim (Phoenix)

And how many times do we need to here you tell us the love/hate is based on what they are expected to or have done?

Matthew Berry

  (3:32 PM)

LOL. As many times as I get questions about it.

BK (Indy)

Sneaking on during work to get an answer... Time to drop Chad Johnson?

Matthew Berry

  (3:33 PM)

It depends on who you are getting, league size, etc.. but yes, in a ten team lg where u only start 2 WR... Feel free.

Aaron (Elkhart, IN)

How do I get into your line of business?

Matthew Berry

  (3:34 PM)

Anyone want to answer for him?

Bob(cleveland)

Assuming both starters are out, Do I start Rhodes or Moore this week?

Matthew Berry

  (3:34 PM)

I like both quite a bit, but I'd probably go with Moore. Colts just have so many more weapons.

Joe (San Diego)

How many times do we need to see readers complaining, only to have you respond "I can only answer what I'm asked"?

Matthew Berry

  (3:35 PM)

At least one more

Speaking to Joe Mokena (EARTH)

dude, its week 7

Matthew Berry (ESPN)

Aaron, I suggest writing for as many sites/places as you can. Get experience, get exposure, etc. Develop your own style.

Ben (Charlotte)

Aaron- you need to work on the set of bad soaps and write bad screenplays.

Adam

Luck

Bill Simmons, CA

How many people pose as "Bill Simmons" when asking questions? How cautious are you in regards to trades? I have had Adrian Peterson and Brian Westbrook offered to me in pretty good deals for the likes of Michael Turner, MJD, Santana Moss, and Hines Ward. Do I make these types of deals, giving up players that have been doing great for me now and could continue to do so, in hopes of future awesome things from "more proven commodities"? Is it a risk worth taking?

Matthew Berry

  (3:37 PM)

Very few. Most of the posing comes from 90210 references or women names. It depends on where you are in the season, team needs, etc. I tend to be pretty cautious in trades unless things have gone horribly wrong and I really need to shake things up. But in your particular case, I'd trade any two of those guys for AP or BW

Ace (Pittsburgh, PA)

What do you think of Jenna Fischer, a.k.a Pam, from "The Office"?

Matthew Berry

  (3:38 PM)

Big fan

Carmella Decesare (Tampa, FL)

Am I getting too cute by starting my husband over Eli? I think Manning's injury caused that MNF turd... Plus, Jeff has such a great matchup this week.

Matthew Berry

  (3:39 PM)

yes, too cute. Eli will be fine at home this week.

Br (Brookline)

Berry, you are a thief of joy

Matthew Berry

  (3:39 PM)

Awesome.

Ben (Charlotte)

Am I shrooming or did you just say LOL?

Matthew Berry

  (3:40 PM)

Why can't it be both?

Chris (Augusta, Ga)

I just finished your love/hate. Thanks for answering my earlier question through that. Next one is j jones and j campbell for s moss and t scheffler. I get moss and Scheff.

Matthew Berry

  (3:40 PM)

depends on who else you have at QB and RB... but I don't think I'd do that deal

Greg(detroit)

I have Westbrook and Turner in a ppr league where I'm in second place. Should I trade Turner for a better back with better matchups in week14and on?

Matthew Berry

  (3:41 PM)

yes

Jeff, Huntington WV

rest of the way...AP or Bwest?

Matthew Berry

  (3:41 PM)

BW

McFadden (Oak town)

No love for me this week?

Matthew Berry

  (3:41 PM)

Not against the Jets, no.

Riley (CA)

Aaron - Be worse at everything else, as well

Adam (Chicago)

Do you watch Mad Men? Great show, even better talent! Don's Wife, the Redhead, the secretary!

Matthew Berry

  (3:42 PM)

I don't but I need to start. Everyone tells me it's great

Dave (Boston, MA)

MBI, Has any actress aged more since 90210 than Shannon Doherty? She looks older than the Grandma.

Matthew Berry

  (3:43 PM)

Yeah, right? Bad stuff.

Marques Colston (New Orleans)

Am I a good play this week?

Matthew Berry

  (3:43 PM)

I think so, yes. Not great but solid.

TMR

Keeper league. Westbrook and Lynch RBs but can probly only keep 1, Colston, randy moss plus a lot of depth at WR. would Calvin johnson for slaton be a good trade?

Matthew Berry

  (3:45 PM)

If I am getting slaton, yes it would be

Thomas Jones (New York)

Should I be played over Forte this week in a flex?

Matthew Berry

  (3:45 PM)

no, not at all

Jason Priestley (Beverly Hill, CA)

Do you know who Silver on 90210 is? I think you think it's the druggie. It's not...it's Kelly's sister.

Matthew Berry

  (3:46 PM)

I know. She has a crush on the brother and writes the blog. She's nutty. The druggie's not even in the conversation.

Dan Stronsgville

This is RIDICULOUS!!! You talk about TV more than football & I cant even get a question answered! I HATE you Matthew Berry!!

Brian (Syracuse)

How does it feel to be hated so much? I like reading your articles, i read your opinions but in the end it's my own gut that decides. obviously most people don't do that. doesn't that kinda suck sometimes?

Matthew Berry

  (3:47 PM)

You mean like Dan Strongsville?

Matthew Berry

  (3:47 PM)

It makes me laugh. Whether they love or hate me it's when they don't care I am in trouble...

Greg (Alexandria, VA)

Another L.Johnson question. He's sitting out this week, but it is an undisclosed injury issue, or is it a reaction to his legal issues? Jamaal Charles worth picking up over Fargas?

Matthew Berry

  (3:48 PM)

I think it's not injury related.... but could be off-the field AND performance related.

Michelle(NY)

Well played, sir.Well played.

Matthew Berry

I noticed that I mentioned Avery more than Holt in the HOLT section in my Love/Hate Column...what was i thinking?

Matthew Berry

  (3:49 PM)

Really? You need me to tell you about Torry Holt?

Jon MN

Westbrook for LT straight up. Fair or is LT worth more?

Matthew Berry

  (3:49 PM)

fair

Ryan Grant

Seriously, should I be played over Lynch this week, considering our match ups?

Matthew Berry

  (3:49 PM)

yes

Earl (Overland Park, KS)

Matt - Sports Radio 810WHB in KC says LJ's deactivation has nothing to do with this assault charge. It's something altogether different.

Matthew Berry

  (3:50 PM)

can't confirm or deny the report since I did not hear it. I will just say that I have not been a big LJ fan from a fantasy perspective this year and despite one week, so far I'm looking right on this one. Jamaal Charles needs to be owned.

Sarah (GA)

Who should I drop to pick up Mewelde Moore? Chester Taylor or Brandon Jackson?

Matthew Berry

  (3:52 PM)

Chester unless you own AP

Sarah Palin (AK)

Thomas Jones' schedule sets him up to have a big 2nd half. Are you a believer or have you given up on him having RB2 value this year?

Matthew Berry

  (3:52 PM)

I agree with you

Dan (New York)

Have you seen Knight Rider? It's horrendous, but i went to my Junior Prom with the female lead (Deanna Russo). She's hot.

Matthew Berry

  (3:53 PM)

Very impressive.

Ernest (Vegas)

When are we going to find out the result of the SimmonsBerry Ice Cream Basketball Man's league? PICK ME!!! Please?

Matthew Berry

  (3:53 PM)

Bill and I are doing a podcast tomorrow to announce

Mark, OH

Reggie Brown or Jamaal Charles

Matthew Berry

  (3:55 PM)

Considering Brown is on a bye this week?

Charles (Austin)

I'm attempting to trade Marvin Harrison and the Giants D (I'm keeping the Titans) for Housh. Good move for me?

Matthew Berry

  (3:56 PM)

Giving up a bit too much.

Andy (Phoenix)

SHUT UP MARK! CHECK THE FRIGGIN' RANKINGS AND STOP WASTING OUR TIME!

mark

No rest of the year

Matthew Berry

  (3:56 PM)

Charles

Jamal Charles

I know you love me, but are you dropping Ricky williams or Chester taylor for me?

Matthew Berry

  (3:56 PM)

I'd drop Taylor yes

Jeff-RI

Should I drop Sproles or Kevin Smith to pick up Charles? I don't own LT or LJ.

Matthew Berry

  (3:58 PM)

Smith. Sproles has more upside if LT gets hurt.

Joe (Atlanta)

Now what about charles vs. torain...rest of the year?

Matthew Berry

  (3:58 PM)

Good one... I'll say Charles

Ted, Memphis

so by proxy, you love Charles more than Mewelde Moore or Brandon Jackson?

Matthew Berry

  (3:58 PM)

Not this week. Like Moore much better

GRRRRR

SICK OF JAMAAL CHARLES QUESTIONS. TMR, you suck.

DJ Smash (NY)

Is McGahee a good buy low. I just swooped up Rhodes and proposed a trade to the owner that has Addai for McGahee.

Matthew Berry

  (3:59 PM)

yes, he is. good move

Oliver Beene

Last one! Would you move Romo and Santana Moss for Peyton Manning and Devery Henderson?

Matthew Berry

  (3:59 PM)

No, I would not

Tom (NY)

Where do you see Portis finishing the season in terms of production? Great call on being high on him this season!!

Matthew Berry

  (3:59 PM)

He finishes top 5

Sportswriter (Washington)

I mentioned I read your stuff, and liked your penchant for pop culture references, while interviewing for a sportswriting gig? Didn't get the job. Is Vince Jackson San Diego's true no. 1. Does that matter?

Matthew Berry

  (4:00 PM)

Congrats. No, he isn't. Gates and Chambers and frankly, LT are ahead of him.

Matthew Berry

  (4:00 PM)

Mark in MD, I can't discuss it

Karl-LA

You'd drop future star Kevin Smith for Charles??????

Matthew Berry

  (4:01 PM)

Yes, because Charles has the chance to be the unquestioned starter on a team that will run. I like Smith a lot but DET is a mess and seems intent on givign Rudi tons of chances.

Rudy (Cleveland)

What is Jamal Charles' sign? What is his favorite color?

Matthew Berry

  (4:01 PM)

ha ha

Bill

Will McFadden do anything the rest of the year?

Matthew Berry

  (4:02 PM)

Yes, I like him as a buy low.

Matthew Berry

  (4:02 PM)

Ok gang. Gotta run. Thanks for stopping by