Steve (NY)

I'm buying Matthew Berry a watch for Christmas.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:05 PM)

Hahaha. Sorry - I'll stay a few minutes late. What's up kids? A reminder you can follow me on Twitter as @therealtmr. As always, all subjects answered.

Alex (SF)

Am I the only one who sees LT2's drop in production due more to Norv's playcalling and the crummy O-line than a sudden and steep decline in skill? How can anyone expect to get anything going on 7 carries?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:07 PM)

I'm with you. Discussed this with Nate on the podcast this morning. I think he's a buy low. Speaking as someone who owns him... in a PPR league no less - he IS better than this. I expect him to get better after the bye this week.

BJ (Seattle)

Berry- i want to pick up jerome harrison, should I drop sproles or bush for him (have gore, j stew and caddy also)?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:11 PM)

I'd drop Bush - Michael or Reggie - whichever one you have - if you want him. But I'm not sure you do. I like Jerome, but when Lewis comes back, he'll be in same situation as Sproles and Bush... 3rd down back to a main guy and I like the CLE offense less than SD or NO.

uppa (nj)

will LT Play Sunday against the steelers?? And yes that is the real name of my town. Thanks MB

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:12 PM)

Yes, he will play but I don't expect good things. And people complain that I'm not on time...

Dave (California)

So do you think that Garrard is worth starting more games now that Sims-Walker has put up solid to great numbers?I have interest in getting Flacco in a trade. What would be an even trade?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:14 PM)

Like Flacco more but Garrard is legit, esp with that defense (lotta shoot outs) and MSW's emergence.

Mike (Seattle)

You were really high on Fasano and Braylon Edwards this week. Niiiiiiiiiiiiice job. Here's a chance to redeem yourself. Which Steve Smith do you start in week 5? And are both starters over MSW in Jax?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:19 PM)

Aw shucks. I said this morning I'd rather have the NYG one over the CAR one the rest of the year, but next week, I'd go w/ the CAR one off a bye vs WSH as opposed to NYG one vs. OAK (and Nmamdi)...

scott (orlando, fl)

need bye-week TE, but it would come at the cost of Tashard Choice or Beanie Wells...first, would you drop either for the likes of a Mercedes Lewis (typical of what's available) or just play w/out a TE due to the loss of either of these backs??

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:20 PM)

Hard to say without knowing size of your league, scoring, etc... but with what you hafe given me, no... I'd take the zero. The upside of a guy like Lewis in one week is nothing compared to the season long upside of those guys...

Adam (DC)

Is RunDMC droppable? Don't see much upside there with Raiders passing game so terrible. How will Mike Bell's return affect PT Cruiser's production?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:21 PM)

Yeah, he is. I'm not saying you SHOULD drop him, but if you wanted to, I'd have no issue. Bell will have no effect on Pierre.

Andrew (Atlanta)

I'm up by 4 points going into tonight. I have Ryan Grant left to play while my opponent is done for the week. Do I start Grant and risk him laying an egg against a solid MIN defense or sit him and take the win as is? Theres no penalty for leaving a roster spot empty. I'm 1-2 and desperately need the win. Thanks!

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:23 PM)

If you would DEFINITELY, 100% get the win by benching Grant, you do it. Period. What's the upside in starting him? You win by more? Unless you have some sort of points scored tie breaker or something, I'd rather make sure I get the win. GB O Line really banged up - could be a long game for Grant

Andy (Phoenix)

Hi Matthew! What'd you get for lunch today?Also, how much value does Thomas Jones have from here on out? Could I drop him for Mendenhall?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:24 PM)

Went Japanese steak and shrimp. JOnes is a decent #2 RB. No, I'd rather have Jones than Mendenhall the rest of the way

DJ (Charlotte, NC)

Dude - go back to your OLD picture - the new one ain't representing you all that well - just sayin'... By the way, what's up with D. BOWE??? Bad match-up/injury issue OR a sign of things to come??? Thanks!

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:26 PM)

What? At least the new one is reasonably accurate. I don't have a lot of hair. I just don't. I'm hoping it gets integrated into the logo for my column soon. Little of both w/ Bowe. He'll be ok. Some of it is injury some is the Chiefs but ultimately, he will be better

David (Philly)

MB, I hope you're doing well. I've noticed Mendenhall on your dumpsville each week and I was so tempted to drop him but just couldn't. I had this gut feeling. Then when I heard FWP was out I actually started him. One of my only few great decisions so far this year. Now, for my second. What to do with Roy E Williams? Bench, drop or just continue to weep?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:29 PM)

Yeah... just goes to show how value changes every single day in fantasy. A week ago, he got no carries and was in the dog house. So when I wrote that last Monday (I write the column on Mondays and then update Tues mornign based on MNF before turning it in Tues morn)... that was the case.When FWP got turf toe and Mendehall was very contrite in the media, I was talking about liking him this week.The Dumpsville list is never guys i think you SHOULD drop, just guy that I think it's OKAY to drop if you need the space.And yes, i think it's OKAY to drop Roy. He's had one good week. Week 1. Plus, Romo is really struggling.

nick (florida)

who is a better pick up off the wire this weekcollie or massaquoi?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:30 PM)

Massaquoi. He's got a much better chance of getting regular, consistent production.

Dan (San Jose)

Love the new pic Matthew. Do you have any wallet size ones or will I have to make my own via the old copy/print button and a pair of scissors?

OJ (Indianapolis , IN)

Is Tomlinson a buy low ? Is Garrard for real?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:30 PM)

yes and yes

Nick (NJ)

What happens first TMR: you getting a date with Anne Hathaway or Eddie Royal being a productive WR?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:31 PM)

Hmmm... Well, Royal at least has an outside chance....

Ryan (FL)

Who are your top 3 pickups for the week?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:35 PM)

Sims-Walker and Mendenhall are avail in over 70% of leagues. I've been writing about Sims-Walker for two weeks now... Massaquoi is obvious as well. It's not a huge week.

Earl (Overland Park, KS)

Is your dad still at Texas A&M? Any advice for Mike Sherman?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:36 PM)

Yes, he is still a professor at Texas A&M. Sherman's doing fine - he came in with NOTHING there.

Ivan (Toronto)

What is a reason to have penaly minutes as a fantasy category in the NHL? It sounds counter-intuitive, since it acutally hurts you teams chanses of winning if a player is on the bench.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:38 PM)

Well, the one year I played fantasy hockey it was fun to own goons, I tell you that. It's a sport that doesn't have a ton of fantasy friendly stats, so it's also an easily trackable stat. And it IS a part of the game

Andrew (Philly)

Your man love for Pierre Thomas is paying off for me, are you worried about when Mike Bell comes back?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:40 PM)

Nope

Tony (SC)

Pod killed me with Faulk this week you think Taylor picks up next week at Den

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:41 PM)

Why are you listening to PodVader? Serves you right.

Cap N Jack (Utica, NY)

What is Roddy White's fantasy value for the rest of the season? Matt Ryan seems to like his new TE. Would you deal White or hold on to Mr. White?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:42 PM)

You have to hold. You're already through the bye week - I'm sure they worked on it and at SF, Turner will struggle vs. run, so they will need to air it out.

KGRamone (Not College Station, Texas)

You see much hope for Antonio Bryant with the QB situation as it is in TB? He's on the waiver wire.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:43 PM)

Yeah, I've seen him avail in a few leagues. And yeah, TB WILL be down and throwing and Josh Johnson isn't terrible. Bryant must absolutely be owned in every league

Ryan (Atlanta)

Is Vernon Davis becoming a reliable Fantasy TE or is it more that Frank Gore is out? Greg Olsen hasn't done much this season and Vernon is SF's go to receiver these days. Worth switching out?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:44 PM)

Vernon is a match-up play. Don't love him vs ATL next week, for example. Rest of the year, I'd rather have Olsen

Steve (SF)

I would just like to say I love the high horse drop....so far it still hasn't gotten old. Thoughts on Lynch's performance yesterday? Do you still think it'll be a 50/50 split for the rest of the season?

Chris (AZ)

Berry, I'm down by 11 with Rodgers tonight while my opponent has Driver. Also have Favre on the bench. What do you recommend?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:46 PM)

Think it was tough - MIA a very good run d. I've said all along - it will be like T Jones / L Washington in BUF. I see Lynch getting about 22 touches to F Jax's 15.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:48 PM)

Sorry - hit send on the next qeustion before answering the Lynch one. Okay, the MNF one. I'd probably go Favre. I'm worried about the GB O Line - Rodgers has looked shaky as a result. It's more a gamble w/ Favre - Rodgers is the safer play - but you're down 11. Don't think Driver figures into the mix, however. Play the guy who will score the most. Thinking more and more that Favre has the better day fantasy wise

Bryan (MA)

Is Fantasy Focus always going to be on ESPN 2 on Sundays now or was that just the past two weeks?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:49 PM)

Yes, it will be on the rest of the year. 11:30am ET until kickoff, every Sunday morning. ESPN2 and on ESPN.com.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:49 PM)

It's called Fantasy Football Now, though

Brandon (Alabama)

Podcast! What podcast? It's not on the Fantasy Football homepage. Should I blame Pod Vader?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:50 PM)

It should be up now.

rob (NJ)

You mentioned LT2 was a buy low- would you trade Roy E. and Bush to get him?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:50 PM)

In a heartbeat

Mr.Longwinded (Long Island)

Berry, you are Mr. Popular lately. I see you everwhere! Anyway, besides tips on how to day Alyssa Milano, can you tell me what to expect from Kevin Smith? The guy looked like he wasn't playing, then plays, scores two TDs, but barely any yardage. Was he limited by his shoulder? Thanks.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:51 PM)

I have no idea how to date Alyssa - she's a friend of mine who is happily married. As for Smith... Shoulder, good run defense and Lions were behind. Smith will be fine.

Jon (Chitown)

If you had to guess, Mendenhall is a top _ RB the rest of the way and Fitz is a Top _ WR the rest of the way.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:52 PM)

Top 40 RB (FWP will be back soon)Top 15 WR. Warner and that whole offense have me worried.

Marg (romeoville illinois)

MY D is on a bye this week. Who would you pickup from this crew. ATL WASH CAROLINA MIA CINCY

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:55 PM)

None are great, but I always like teams off of byes... two weeks to prep and all that. So ATL against SF and CAR at home to WSH (Campbell w/ 4 turnovers last week) would be my picks.

Jennifer (St. Petersburg)

Trying to get stacked, trade Chris Johnson for Andre Johnson? WR would be stacked, RB's not as much...

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:56 PM)

Would rather Chris over Andre rest of the year, but it's a fair trade

Chris Harris > Berry (Fact)

Youre too slow

hjk (jhjh)

slowest chat ever

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:58 PM)

I couldn't be more proud.

Tony (Denton, Texas)

My wife said to tell you that you were cute. Not because you are, but because you are insecure enough for that to be meaningful to you. Would you keep T. Jones over A. Bradshaw as a flex for the rest of the year?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:59 PM)

Hahaha. Tell her it made me laugh but didn't get your question answered.

JC (AR)

Trade T.O. for Anquan Boldin..Or keep him?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (3:59 PM)

Like Boldin going forward - my hate of TO has been well documented.

Tony (Kansas City)

Hey, Matthew. Saw your 5 things you learned in week 4 and was curious about Mohamed Massaquoi. I was thinking of replacing Mario Manningham with him. Kenny Britt and Nate Washingtom are also available. Your thoughts? Thanks for the help.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:00 PM)

Thanks. Yeah, that video is up now in the fantasy section - I do it every Sunday night after the games. Here's how I rank those guys for the rest of the season.Nate WMarion MMMK Britt

Dan (San Jose)

What are you wearing?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:01 PM)

Just a smile

Scott (Chicago)

LT is Berry's Kryptonite. You keep pimpin' him you're just gonna have to eat it later...

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:01 PM)

Wouldn't be the first time

Keyton (Fl)

Sell high on Marshall or is he for real?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:03 PM)

I'm not sure how high you can sell on him. I actually like him going forward. He's gotten halthy and Orton is starting to trust him. That TD play was ALL B Marsh. Great sign. He's playing with confidence and agressiveness

Jason (Atlanta)

Eli Manning- legit #1 Fantasy QB? I've been juggling him, Favre with Collins as my emergency play all season. Is an upgrade necessary?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:03 PM)

For the next couple of weeks, yes... but his second half struggles are well documented.

Johnny Do (Athens, GA)

Do chicks think you are extremely lame or do they like the fact that you study the tendencies of other men all day everyday?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:04 PM)

You'd have to ask a chick.

Just Post This (Please)

For the love of god are my titans done for? Why not bring in VY?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:04 PM)

Yes, they are. Vince is not the answer. No matter what the question.

Matt (Rhode Island)

Would you rather have Pierre Thomas or Clinton Portis?

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:04 PM)

Pierre.

Ryan (da beach)

NEED HELP!! Benson vs. Slaton for rest of the year and how close? Sorry for yelling at you.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:06 PM)

Fairly close but I'll actually say Benson. Slaton didn't look great to me yesterday even though he put up big numbers.

Majestic Floyd (Lake Forest, CA)

I lost my virginity while we were watching Crocodile Dundee III. You should be proud.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:07 PM)

This is the greatest moment of my life. I am now retiring.

Matthew Berry - The Talented Mr. Roto

  (4:08 PM)

Okay, gang. Gotta run. Thanks for stopping by! And good luck this week!