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The NFL  playoffs are always very hard to predict how each team will fare and then to use that formula of figuring out how the playoffs will unfold has a gigantic impact on these ranks. Last year we ranked Pierre Thomas the number one back for these ranks and people here even questioned the logic, but it turns out he was the best since the Saints made it to the Super Bowl. The key to drafting a successful Playoff team is to first figure out who you think we will win each game. Then look at those teams and decide which players are fantasy relevant. Every team with the exception of Seattle has a legit shot at making the Super Bowl. There is no dominant team that is playing heads above the rest of the other NFL teams with possibly... read more

This week the Brotherhood will be releasing our 1st LOOK at the 2010 dynasty rankings.  We know the season isn't technically over, but we also know how important it is to stay ahead of the competition.  There is nothing wrong with starting your prep work a little early. We're going to kick off this week with the quarterbacks.  This is how I would rank and value these players if I had to select my keepers today.  These rankings will change throughout the off-season.  Some teams are going to improve through the draft and free agency and others are going to lose key players.  Philip Rivers is a good example of a player who could find himself losing several key members of the Chargers offense.  The San Diego front office has a lot of decisions to make this off-season.  Do they resign Vincent Jackson, Malcom Floyd and LaDainian Tomlinson?  If they... read more

With the wild card round in the rear view mirror, we can look forward to this weekends divisional match ups.  The tight end position is stacked at that top but thins out very quickly after the first four options.  We know what we're getting out of Dallas Clark.  He is the unquestioned top option for tight ends and a threat to post gaudy numbers every time he steps on the field.  He is the only guy in these ranks that I totally trust.  He's in a tier all by himself.  The second tier starts with Gates.  He is a safe and consistent option at a position that is as important as any other in fantasy football.  Rivers trusts him and looks his way often.  Shiancoe has emerged as one of Favre's favorite red zone target and also doubles as a safety net in the... read more

The key to post-season fantasy success is the ability to properly forecast which teams will go on, and which will be one and done. You need to approach the NFL fantasy playoffs just like you would approach the NCAA Final Four Tournament. Prior to making player evaluations, you need to philosophize and fill out a bracket. After doing so, only then can you properly rank your players. You need to get a solid balance of one/two seeds, and first week players in order to make it to the next round. Sure Indy, New Orleans, Minny and San Diego are all stacked with talent, but you will not have access to them until week 2. You'll win your league if you are able to foresee the surprise team and then draft players from that squad. GMs who drafted Arizona Cardinals last year... read more