start Hasselbeck against my ARI D? or pick up someone else?

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should I start Hasselbeck against my Arizona D or should I pick up either Alex Smith or another D like miami, dallas or cincinati?

whir. leave a link.

[taw856]

Two thoughts:

1. It's not that big a deal to start your players against each other. You want the best starter you can get at each position -- why further sabotage your lineup by removing talent just because some production will come at the expense of another of your starters?

2. That being said, Miami's DST makes a lot of sense this week with the Buccaneers lining up across from them. Definitely a great spot start if you can afford the roster space to make the move.

Mine: viewtopic.php?f=19&t=460306

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I know Freeman's a rookie, but I'm always hesitant to start a D against a QB that there isn't a lot of game film on. Plus, isn't Freeman pretty mobile? I see Miami's got a lot of sacks, but I have to wonder how much that matters against someone like him.

[taw856]

Might not get the sacks with Freeman's mobility, but you'll get some INTs, maybe a QB-fumble, possibly a defense score out of a rookie QB opponent.

It really depends on your roster. I wouldn't drop any key players to find room for Miami's DEF, especially since Arizona may end up winning big over Seattle too ... but if you're just dropping a 5th WR or something, then I think it's worth the roll of the dice. It's a good dilemma to have, if that makes it any better.

Good luck!

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in my one league, i noticed the Titans D was available and dropped the Packers D for them.

In my other league, I'm considering the Cowboys D, since I know as a Jennings owner that Rodgers gets sacked 5 times a game.

still thanks for your help. I just have a thing against a D against a rookie qb.