His job is on the line

Let's be honest.

We've all got a little George Steinbrenner in us.

There has been a lot of bad press surrounding the Yankees owner's statement that manager Joe Torre's job was on the line in the team's playoff series against the Indians.

George had this to say on Sunday in an article in the New York Daily News:

''His job is on the line,'' Steinbrenner said. ''I think we're paying him a lot
of money. He's the highest-paid manager in baseball. So I don't think we'd bring him back if we don't win this series."

Harsh? Maybe.

But perhaps we fantasy owners need to follow the lead of "The Boss" and look to our own squads.

Here is a list of a few players who should be put on notice that they are playing for their jobs in fantasy football this week:

Reggie Bush, Saints RB - With just 147 rush yards and one TD in four games, "the President" has been about as effective as the Hoover administration.

Drew Brees, Saints QB - Not to pile on New Orleans here, but Brees - rated as one of the top 5 fantasy QB's heading into the season - has an unthinkable one TD and nine interceptions.

Larry Johnson, Chiefs RB - Granted he has yet to get his typical number of carries this season, but LJ has averaged a measly 55 yards per game and has yet to reach the end zone.

Lee Evans, Bills WR - Touted as a "breakout" wide receiver this year, Evans has zero TD's and only 11 total receptions. Plus he plays for the Bills.

Should these guys get the Joe Torre treatment and be sent to the unemployment line? No, probably not.

But if they don't start performing soon, look to trade them before their value completely diminishes.

You can't win championships on hope. Just ask Steinbrenner.