2010 Fantasy Football: Week One Start ‘Em / Sit ‘Em

As owners eagerly await the start to the 2010 fantasy season, there are many decisions that lie ahead.

Should you roll the dice and start Reggie Bush, hoping he produces like he did in the playoffs? Will Steve Smith still be a productive WR with Maat Moore at the helm? 

Without further ado, here are this week's fantasy studs and duds, which one are you going to start?  

Start 'Em: QB Philip Rivers, San Diego

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NEW ORLEANS - AUGUST 27: Philip Rivers #17 of the San Diego Chargers in action against the New Orleans Saints at the Louisiana Superdome on August 27, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

Even though he lost a big target in Vincent Jackson, it’s not like WR Malcom Floyd is a slouch himself. Also standing 6’5, Floyd has looked very nice in his transition to WR1 for a San Diego team that still maintains a very solid offense.

With a matchup against Kansas City, Rivers should have no problem sailing the ball to Gates, Floyd, and even Legedu Naanee all night long.

Start 'Em: Matt Forte, RB Chicago

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CHICAGO - AUGUST 28: Matt Forte #22 of the Chicago Bears participates in warm-ups before a preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field on August 28, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Cardinals defeated the Bears 14-9. (Photo by Jonathan Dan

Perhaps my favorite value pick this season, Forte showed this preseason what made him a first-round fantasy selection back in 2009.

Chester Taylor is not expected to pose much of a threat to Forte’s carries, and the hard-nosed runner out of Tulane could be in for a very productive year. This week he’ll take on the Lions and should be able to take advantage of a suspect front seven. 

Start 'Em: Percy Harvin, WR Minnesota

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MINNEAPOLIS - SEPTEMBER 2: Percy Harvin #12 of the Minnesota Vikings runs a pass drill during warmups prior to an NFL preseason game against the Denver Broncos at the Mall of America Field at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, on September 2, 2010 in Minneapo

It’s been a major headache for Harvin to get on the field this offseason as he continued to battle migraines for the second straight year. Now saying that those problems are behind him, Harvin’s appeal has never been greater.

With WR Sidney Rice out due to hip surgery, Harvin’s importance as a WR is critical to Minnesota’s success. In a rematch against the Saints, expect Percy to show no mercy and produce in a big way.

Start 'Em: Brandon Marshall, WR Miami

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - AUGUST 21: Brandon Marshall #19 of the Miami Dolphins runs after making a reception during the preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Field on August 21, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Gett

He may be a diva off the field, but Marshall’s talents are undeniable. Entrenched as Miami’s no. 1 guy, Marshall’s skill set should compliment QB Chad Henne’s cannon of an arm quite well.

He’s immediately the team’s best red-zone option, and I wouldn’t see surprised to see Marshall score 12+ TD’s this season. As for week one, let’s just say that the Bills DB’s are going to be absolutely killed come time for the film room. 

Start 'Em: Jermichael Finley, TE Green Bay

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GREEN BAY, WI - AUGUST 26: Jermichael Finley #88 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates a touchdown catch against the Indianapolis Colts during a preseason game at Lambeau Field on August 26, 2010 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Packers defeated the Colts 59-24

Perhaps the biggest star of the preseason, Finley has established himself as Aaron Rodgers’ go to guy.

Too fast for a linebacker and too big for a safety, Finley will see constant mismatches all season long beginning with this week against a very questionable Philly secondary. 

Sit 'Em: Matt Moore, QB Carolina

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CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 28: Quarterback Matt Moore #3 of the Carolina Panthers looks to throw to his recievers during their preseason game against the Tennessee Titans at Bank of America Stadium on August 28, 2010 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by M

Last season, the Panthers put the smack down on a Giants team that left the men in blue absolutely deflated. Now in 2010 and with a revamped, re-energized defense, the G-Men will look to prove that they don’t roll over to anyone.

As long as the Giants can keep the Panthers rushing attack in check (which is no small task), Moore will be forced to go to the air often and this Giants secondary should be a very good one. 

Sit 'Em: Justin Forsett, RB Seattle

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OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 02: Justin Forsett #20 of the Seattle Seahawks runs against the Oakland Raiders during an NFL preseason game at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 2, 2010 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Jed Jacobsohn/Getty Images)

Despite his status as starter, it’s truly only a nominal title. This will be a true running back by committee (RBCC) and one to avoid in the immediate future.

Forsett has shown flashes of being a very capable runner in this league, but he’s just not going to get enough opportunity to be considered a reliable starter, especially against a potent 49ers defense.

Sit 'Em: Thomas Jones, RB Kansas City

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ATLANTA - AUGUST 13: Thomas Jones #20 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs off the field during the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome on August 13, 2010 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Jones is no better than the third best option out of the backfield for the Chiefs. Even though he was listed atop the depth chart at one point during training camp, it’s clear that Jamaal Charles will get the bulk of the work.

Even rookie WR/RB Dexter McCluster may see more time than the declining veteran. Jones shouldn’t be looked at as anything but an absolute desperation play. 

Sit 'Em: Anquan Boldin, WR Baltimore

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BALTIMORE - AUGUST 28: Anquan Boldin #81 of the Baltimore Ravens celebrates a touchdown against the New York Giants at M&T Bank Stadium on August 28, 2010 in Baltimore, Maryland. The Ravens lead the Giants 17-3. (Photo by Larry French/Getty Images)

The 2010 inaugural visitor of Revis Island, Baltimore’s biggest offseason acquisition is going to have a tough go of it in week one.

Although his talent his obvious, Revis’ ability to consistently shut down the top wideouts in the game is well documented.

His fantasy stock is up heading into his first season with the Ravens, but he’s not an option this week.

Sit 'Em: Owen Daniels, TE Houston

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HOUSTON - OCTOBER 25: Tight-end Owen Daniels #81 of the Houston Texans completes a pass in front of safety Mark Roman #26 of the San Francisco 49ers at Reliant Stadium on October 25, 2009 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

Coming off of a gruesome knee injury that ended his’09-’10 campaign, Daniels has made remarkable strides in his rehab this offseason.

Despite his progress, the zealous tight end will not play in more than 1/3 of the team’s snaps this Sunday. Until he starts playing full time, he is simply not a fantasy option.