Each week a new set of matchups will be posted up between players of the same position with a spread on the amount of fantasy points each player earns for that particular week.  So one week you could see a matchup between Peyton Manning and Eli Manning and the spread could be something like Eli -3.5 points. The points will be determined according to the rules by which ESPN awards points.  So if this is something you would like to see, leave some comments and let your Sportsbook know what you want!

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Saturday Night

Cincinnati  -8.5  42
San Francisco

I am officially on a Carson (Rosy) Palmer hate binge.  That scrub put up a measley 3.5 fantasy points last week and got me knocked out of the playoffs last week.  SCRUB!!!  At 5-8 the Bengals have nothing to play for except pride and although they won last week they still look shabadooooo.  Now they head to San Fran where things are spiraling out of control and they seem to go for it on every 4th down, head coach Mike Nolan seems to be forcing the issue just trying to make things happen in an otherwise useless offense.  This week Palmer will probably bust out and put up big points against the ineffective San Fran defense, but otherwise I think this will be a one sided drubbing, but nothing spectacular will happen.  *Fantasy Impact:  Palmer will blow up and for some reason Chad Johnson has been getting most of the looks which is odd because there are rumors circulating that he will be gone next season.  TJ PLEASE!!! get open more often.   

Sunday

Arizona
New Orleans  -3.5  48

Both teams are at 6-7 and a loss this week will throw them out of the playoff race.  In addition to being constantly inconsistent this season both teams are pretty banged up.  The Saints will be relying on 3rd or 4th stringer (not sure) Aaron Stecker to be the work horse and the Cards usually potent pass game is now on the shoulders of backups Jerheme Urban and Steve Breston as Anquan Boldin’s injury prone season continues with his dislocated toe and Larry Fitzy’s groin is still sore.  New Orleans played well last week, but ATL really isn’t that good so not sure how to gauge them this week.  AZ will put the burden on Edge and I expect 20 – 30 carries out of him, however the Saints secondary has been known to give up big plays so look for Kurt Warner to expose them at least once.  Its do or die this week for both so it should be an exciting game nontheless.   *Fantasy Impact:  Edge will get alot of work, I don’t believe in thei Stecker guy yet so don’t pick him up and hope for a miracle especially in the playoffs, START YOUR STARTERS!!!  Fitzy is sore, but I expect him to play regardless just like he did last week in Seattle.  Boldin is out so forget about it.  Brees will have a decent day, but I hope the Cards can keep the pressure on him.

Atlanta
Tampa Bay  -13.5  39

Baltimore  -3  37.5
Miami

Buffalo
Cleveland  -5.5  42

Green Bay  -9  45
St. Louis

Jacksonville
Pittsburgh  -3  36

NY Jets
New England  -23.5  45

Seattle  -7.5  37
Carolina

Tennessee  -3.5  34
Kansas City

Indianapolis  -10.5  45
Oakland

Detroit
San Diego  -10  45.5

Philadelphia
Dallas  -10.5  48.5

Washington
NY Giants  -4.5  36.6

Monday Night

Chicago
Minnesota  -10  43

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Thursday Night

Chicago
Washington  -3  37

The Bears continued to let the lead slip away last week as they dropped another game against the Giants of New York.  Rex just isn’t that good and you have to wonder how they ever managed to get to the Superbowl last year.  I mean he is putting up the numbers, he threw for almost 300 yds and 0 INT’s last week, but yet could not lead the bears to victory, Rex is just not the right guy for that team.  Washington was playing for a fallen teammate, but fell short against the Bills who managed a last possesion drive to get into fieldgoal range and Rian Lindell sealed the Skins fate with a FG.  The Bears have all but shut themselves out of the post season barring an act of god and I think they start experiment more with their young talent or at least start taking more risks.  The Skins have to stay committed to Jason Campbell who is the future for Joe Gibbs and surprisingly Portis has stayed healthy throughout the season, but at 5-7 they only have pride to play for and I like them at home.  Take the Skins and give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Adrian Peterson is the man in Chicago and should continue to put up numbers justifying a start.   Portis can no doubt navigate the Bears run D and Chris Cooley should continue to be the first look for Campbell, all this said, you no doubt have to start the Bears D is you have them.  In reality if you own any of these guys in the playoffs it is tough to start them, but fantasy rule #1  START YOUR STARTERS!

Sunday

Carolina
Jacksonville  -10.5  37.5

Carolina finally broke that daunting winless at home streak and was lead by no other than 44 year old Vinny Testaverde.  It did help that Trent Dilfer threw 4 INT’s one of which was returned for a TD.  Now Carolina travels to Jacksonville where the Jags are hell bent on making the playoffs and narrowly beat out Indy in a nail bitter of a game.  David Garrard was very efficient going 24 for 29 with 257 yds and 2 TD’s with only 1 INT. The Jags run defense kept Addai limited and kept the pressure on Manning, however the secondary was still suspect as Manning threw 4 TD’s and Reggie Wayne had 158 yds rec. This week I highly doubt that Carolina can contain the Jags offense while the Defense should have no trouble with Vinny(even though I will be rooting him).  10.5 points seem like alot, but at home the Jags are too tough, give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  The Jags players are looking good Garrard is a great start, if you stuck it out with him throughout the whole injury ordeal.  MJD is not that great, he was a total draft bust and add to the fact that Carolina held Gore to only 58 yds.  Steve Smiff owners should be very concerned, but if Vinny watches the game tape he might be able to turn Smiff into a Reggie Wayne, but don’t get too excitied about it.  

Dallas  -11  51.5
Detroit

Tony Romo was all smiles last week as he put the whooping on his “supposed” idol Brett Favre and I will say it again, “The Cowboys are having way too much fun!”  I mean they are no doubt the top team in the NFC and at their current pace should be able to lock up home field advantage.  Romo went 19 for 30, 309 yards 4 TD’s and only 1 INT.  Jon Kitna had a different outcome against the Viks and the return of Adrian Peterson.  Kitna could only manage 260 yds in the air with only 1 TD against a less than noticed Vikings pass D.  The Lions have turned themselves into a one sided pass offense which is ok against the Dallas D, but will not have enough fireworks going to beat the Cowboys.  Although Dallas will no doubt win I really don’t like going against double digit dogs at home.  The play is Detroit plus the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  All your Cowboys are good starts, the Detroit D has nothing going to make me think otherwise and if you had to choose between Marion Barber and Frank Gore, then Barber is definantly the play.  If you own Detroit players and are in the playoffs then the Lions WR’s should have a decent game as well as Kevin Jones, if hes healthy, look the numbers the Pack players put up last week and you will know what I mean.

Miami
Buffalo  -7  36

Boy was I wrong about John Beck, I thought he would be the guy to break the losing streak, but last week against the Jets he looked awful! 5 turnovers!  plus add to the fact that there is really no one there to take the pressure off him and I gotta say I fell for the guy, he is the future of the team, but right now he is going through baptism by fire.  Now he has to head to cold ass Buffalo and take on a D that has of late has been reinvigorated(but they still aren’t that great).  Edwards is back in the saddle in Buffalo, but he still isn’t putting up the kind of numbers he needs to even start thinking about postseason.  Marshawn Lynch is still hurt, (I think) and there is virtually nothing to get excitied about in Buffalo, at least this season.  As bad as Miami is playing I have to go with the home team here and 7 points should be manageable for Edwards.  *Fantasy Impact:  I wouldn’t start any players from either of these teams and if your in the playoffs I highly doubt you have any of them. 

NY Giants
Philadelphia  -2.5  42.5

All the praise and high expectations were wiped away last week after he threw 3 picks and failed to cap a gaming winning drive by throwing a pick on the 5 yard line.  This is good news for McScrub owners who probably wouldn’t be very many of you.  Westbrook was surprising held, but then again the Seattle D has been stepping up lately.  I think that the Giants are turning mediocre real fast and with Brandon Jacobs still a little iffy I don’t like their chances.  Philly will no doubt get it together this week and grind on the Giants.  The play is Philly, but not because they are good, but that the Giants are really bad and seem to set themselves up for sabotage continueosly.  *Fantasy Impact:  If your in the playoffs there is a really good chance you have Westbrook and thats a good thing this week.  Brandon Jacobs is looking like he will be sidelined, but keep checking the injury report.  Burress is always a starter and if McScrub starts and you have to choose between him and Kurt Warner, start Warner! 

Oakland
Green Bay  -10.5  41

Favre is hurt as of this posting and although he is expected to start backup Aaron Rodgers proved last week against Dallas that he is up to the challenge should Favre get pulled.  Oakland is coing off their second win in a roll and I’m sure they are feeling pretty good about themselves, but that could just very well be their undoing.  McCown is not doing anything particularly spectacular and Fargas has been getting some favorable matchups against shabby run D’s. (What happened to Lamont Jordan?)  I think the Pack are waay too tough in the pass game for the Oakland secondary to deal with and Fargas will not have that great a day against the stingy Pack run D, so the play here is the Pack at home, give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Ryan Grant had a decent day against the Dallas D and is now facing a really subpar Oakland run D so he should eat plenty.  Do not start Favre if you can help it, if they get up by a couple TD’s then he will no doubt get pulled.  The Packers D is a good start as well.

St. Louis
Cincinnati  -6.5  47.5

Gus Frerotte lead the Rams to their first home win this season and even though it was against the ghastly Falcons it is progress.  Stephen Jackson seems to be healthy and getting back to full form.  Cincy really let me down last week and Palmer looked uncharacteristcally off target, not sure what his deal is.  Frerotte has filled in nicely in Bulgers absense, but if Bulger is healthy then he gets the start which may take a new rythem to work correctly, so they could have another hiccup, this makes me think that Cincy gets it together this week and uses that home field advantage to roll on them.  Take Cincy give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Chad Johnson has been getting more and more looks lately which sucks for TJ owners, but I guess he had to come around sooner or later, Rudi Johnson should get some good stats and hopefully for my sake and my playoff aspirations Carson Palmer has a huge day!  S Jax,  and Tory Holt are great plays against the Cincy D.

Pittsburgh
New England  -10.5  50

It got real scary on Monday Night for all the Pats fans out there and personally I think there was a payoff in the mix somewhere, Gaffney clearly did not have possession of the ball in that last TD.  Anyways, this is the second time in a row that NE has almost blew it and neither Baltimore nor Philly is the caliber of team that the Steelers are.  Pitt is not really blowing teams out of the water, but they are playing solid and consistant football, basically they are getting the job done no matter what.  Brady and Ross have been off balance lately and I think that since they became a pass only team the balance has been shaken, Maroney is a jabroney and even the little giant Welker is getting held up lately.  All this and I have to say that the spread is waay too big, the Pats have won their last 2 games by a combined total of 7 points!  The play is Pitt plus the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  If your in the playoffs then you undoubtedly have Brady so keep the faith that he will get it down, but the days of averaging 30+ fantasy points is over so pick your lineup accordingly, not to mention the Pitt D is no slouch.  Willie Parker is a great play based on the success that McGahee enjoyed last week against a usually respected Pats run D.   

San Diego  -1  41
Tennessee

San Diego is finally atop the West at 7-5, which is where they were supposed to be a long time ago, LT is finally getting the ball and Norv Turner has stopped trying to reinvent the wheel which is what was killing them earlier in the season.  Rivers has stopped turning over the ball every chance he gets and is finally just doing enough to get the W.  Young really came through last week for the Titans who were on kind of a skid lately.  Lendale White finally had a ok game last week and now hes injured which sucks for me, but I really didn’t like his matchup against the San Diego D anyhow.  If Young can keep finding Williams and Gage despite the tough Charger secondary then I think they can make a game of it, this could be one of those 30-31 games so the 1.5 points could come into play which would make the play the Titans at home.  *Fantasy Impact:  If your in the playoffs with these guys then keep starting them, Lendale White is looking hurt and he split carries with Chris Henry anyways so its assumable that Henry will get all the carries this week.  For some strange reason I like Bo Scaife this week to have a more than decent game. 

Tampa Bay  -3  40.5
Houston 

Who the hell is Luke McCown???  Throwing for over 300 yards and 2 TD’s in his debut, this guy is pretty good and when Ernest Graham steps up and plays and takes the pressure off him, the Bucs are looking really good.  At 8-4 the Bucs playoff plans are looking inevitable, they are on fire and they are doing it with a bunch of backup guys!  It almost makes me think of John Madden’s Raiders who won the big game with a bunch of guys that nobody wanted.  Houston is still plauged by injuries and they need to finish strong to have something positive to look forward to next season, they have all the tools now they just need to keep the starters off the IR list and get some coheision going.  I don’t see it happening this week and so I like the Bucs to continue their playoff run and roll on Houston.  *Fantasy Impact:  If you have been starting Graham keep doing it.  Old man Galloway has decided to start playing again so he might be a good pickup if you can find him on the waiver wire.  Your rolling the dice if you play Houston players, but at this point you might not have a choice.

Arizona
Seattle  -7  44.5

Seattle has been playing tough lately with 2 wins in a row on the road, but they just can’t seem to put teams away which is scary considering that Dallas and Green Bay are in the same division.  The defense is playing the best they have all season and even the run game which is normally criticized held Westbrook to under 100yds on the ground, and Lofa Tatupu is leading the defense on terrorizing opposing QB’s with INT’s.  Alexander is back, but I think they should stick with Morris(he is the future).  Arizona is all beat up, both Fitzy and Boldin are hurt and will most likely be ineffective this week, which means Kurt Warner will be spreading it out with no real “go to” guy.  Edge will most likely have to carry the load which is not good when playing in Seattle.  Bottom line, Seattle is looking for revenge after losing to these scrubs eariler in the season and now are in the position to put the hurt on them.  Seattle is the play, give the 7 points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Hackett is out for the season so Engram is the man, I just wish he would stop fumbling the damn ball, I lost my matchup last week by 1 point and guess what, every fumble is -2 points!!!  Alexander will most likely get the start, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see him split carries with Morris.  I also really like the Seattle D at home, they have been great on the road.  Kurt Warner is a tough start, but if you had to choose between him and Bulger then Warner is your man.  Edge will also be limited. 

Minnesota  -8.5  39
San Francisco

Purple Jesus, what more can I say.  Minnesota looks prime for a playoff run and it is something quite amazing seeing as who they don’t pass the ball.  Adrian Peterson has recovered nicely and will lead a stoomping on the 9er’s this week who are so bad right now that it looks they don’t even want to be out on the field and I don’t blame them.  The only thing I can think of to say is that Minnesota is not about to lose steam in San Fran and this should be treated as a tuneup game to get T Jackson more and more comfortable with the pass….baby steps.  8.5  is an unnatural number so buy it down to 8 and then relax, the buy down is just for insurance and it only costs an extra 10 cents.  *Fantasy Impact:  Don’t play anyone from San Fran, I don’t care if you have Gore.  Peterson is huge this week in the playoffs and the Vikings D could break records! 

Cleveland  -3  47.5
NY Jets

Cleveland faultered last week against the Cards, but I don’t think it has much face value.  They are still the feel good team of the year.  Anderson will rebound and Lewis still takes the pressure off at the right moments.  The Jets are coming off a win, but it was against the 0-11 Dolphins so I wouldn’t read too much into it.  Thomas Jones finally came to play and Leon Washinton made more of a case for himself.  Clemens didn’t do too bad and I think he is finally getting comfortable with the idea that he is the starter.  The Jets season is over and Cleveland has way more to play for, that will alone give the Brownies the extra umff to get it done.  Take Cleveland, give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  You gotta start Anderson, Lewis, Edwards and Winslow, while on the other side I think that Leon Washington contiues to get goal line carries and vulture the TD’s from Jones.  The Jets WR’s are all pretty banged up so I would stay away.

Kansas City
Denver  -6.5  37

Niether of these teams are very good and both are plagued by injuries.  I doubt this will be an explosive game and I foresee a ground and pound approach.  Javon Walker is ready to play, but its tough to gauge his recovery, he hasn’t done much.  Kolby Smith should enjoy limited resistance against the Denver D.   The spread is this high for a couple reasons, Mile High, Cutler is better than Huard and the Broncos O line is better than the KC D line.  the play is Denver.  *Fantasy Impact:  Travis Henry looks determined to no get suspended and is healthy so he will most likely be splitting carries with Selvin Young who is complaining about a sore elbow, but he will play.  Stokley is still Cutlers #1 guy, but with the return of Walker its worth the gamble to start him, in my case I have no choice.  Kolby Smith obviously, but I doubt you have him if your in the playoffs. 

Sunday Night 

Indianapolis  -9.5  43.5
Baltimore

Baltimore is mad! They got robbed last week and I feel for them.  Now its time to get back to business and play for the pride they have left, it can’t be easy playing the Pats on Monday and then follow it up with Indy on the short week.  The Balt D played like they did when they were #1, but I don’t think that will last long.  Indy got a scare from the jags last week and Addai was less then inspirational.  I like Balt to win this one basically because I think Indy doesn’t want it bad enough.  *Fantasy Impact:  You have to start your starters and I’m sure you have plenty of them from Indy, they will have decent numbers, but nothing spectacular against this mean and angry Balt D looking for revenge.

Monday Night

New Orleans  -4.5  43
Atlanta

This Saints gave up a tough loss at home and it was their defense that gave it away.  Atlanta is absolutley horrible and the only signs of life seem to be Crumpler who was a big bust at the beginning of the season.  This will be an ugly game no doubt, but the Saints have more talent which is the reason they will win and cover.  *Fantasy Impact:  I like the Saints running game this week so depending on how deep your league is Reggie Bush should eat and I like Brees to go for 300+ yds with a couple TD’s and as always a couple INT’s. 

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NFL Week 14 Betting Odds and Fantasy Football Impact

Quarterbacks:

1 Tom Brady Patriots @BAL¼
2 Derek Anderson Browns @ARI
3 Tony Romo Cowboys GB
4 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers CIN
5 Brett Favre Packers @DAL
6 Kurt Warner Cardinals CLE
7 Peyton Manning Colts JAC
8 Matt Hasselbeck Seahawks @PHI
9 Carson Palmer Bengals @PIT
10 Matt Schaub Texans @TEN
11 Jason Campbell Redskins BUF
12 Drew Brees Saints TB
13 Jon Kitna Lions @MIN
14 Vince Young Titans HOU
15 Eli Manning Giants @CHI
16 David Garrard Jaguars @IND
17 Marc Bulger Rams ATL
18 Donovan McNabb Eagles SEA
19 Jay Cutler Broncos @OAK
20 Kyle Boller Ravens NE
21 Philip Rivers Chargers @KC
22 Rex Grossman Bears NYG
23 Trent Dilfer 49ers @CAR
24 Daunte Culpepper Raiders DEN
25 Kellen Clemens Jets @MIA
26 Bruce Gradkowski Buccaneers @NO
27 Brodie Croyle Chiefs SD
28 Vinny Testaverde Panthers SF
29 Tarvaris Jackson Vikings DET
30 John Beck Dolphins NYJ
31 Trent Edwards Bills @WAS
32 Joey Harrington Falcons @STL

Notes: I think its very intresting that Derek Anderson slipped into the #2 spot usually reserved for Tony Romo. The fact is that his supporting cast is making him look really good. If you had Kurt Warner and Brett Favre on your roster I would definantly start Warner, think with your head not with your heart. I was really disappointed that Kellen Clemens has not come around like expected, but I suspect there are deeper issues and he will continue to struggle. Matt Schuab should take a page out of Carson Palmers play book from last week and have a great day. Speaking of Carson Palmer, it looks that last week Palmer finally got out of his funk and started making plays….its about damn time! I like many of you out there drafted Palmer as my starter and thanks to the quandry that Cincinnati had put themselves in the result was many unneccessary loss’ to scrub opponents that beat me by 1 or 2 points! The point of my rant was to inform you that I think Palmer is back and hes gonna tear up the supposed fierce Pittsburgh secondary, QUOTE ME ON IT!!!

Running Backs:

1 Brian Westbrook Eagles SEA
2 LaDainian Tomlinson Chargers @KC
3 Joseph Addai Colts JAC
4 Steven Jackson Rams ATL
5 Willie Parker Steelers CIN
6 Frank Gore 49ers @CAR
7 Justin Fargas Raiders DEN
8 Willis McGahee Ravens NE
9 Adrian Peterson Vikings DET
10 Marion Barber Cowboys GB
11 Jamal Lewis Browns @ARI
12 Clinton Portis Redskins BUF
13 LenDale White Titans HOU
14 Edgerrin James Cardinals CLE
15 Kolby Smith Chiefs SD
16 Maurice Jones-Drew Jaguars @IND
17 Reggie Bush Saints TB
18 Selvin Young Broncos @OAK
19 Adrian Peterson Bears NYG
20 Ryan Grant Packers @DAL
21 Maurice Morris Seahawks @PHI
22 Earnest Graham Buccaneers @NO
23 Reuben Droughns Giants @CHI
24 Ron Dayne Texans @TEN
25 Jesse Chatman Dolphins NYJ
26 Chester Taylor Vikings DET
27 Rudi Johnson Bengals @PIT
28 Chris Brown Titans HOU
29 Laurence Maroney Patriots @BAL
30 Fred Taylor Jaguars @IND
31 Thomas Jones Jets @MIA
32 Julius Jones Cowboys GB
33 Warrick Dunn Falcons @STL
34 DeShaun Foster Panthers SF
35 Kevin Jones Lions @MIN
36 Andre Hall Broncos @OAK
37 Anthony Thomas Bills @WAS
38 Aaron Stecker Saints TB
39 Samkon Gado Dolphins NYJ
40 Cecil Sapp Broncos @OAK
41 Kenny Watson Bengals @PIT
42 Najeh Davenport Steelers CIN
43 Heath Evans Patriots @BAL
44 Kenton Keith Colts JAC
45 DeAngelo Williams Panthers SF
46 Fred Jackson Bills @WAS
47 Correll Buckhalter Eagles SEA
48 Leon Washington Jets @MIA
49 T.J. Duckett Lions @MIN
50 Jerious Norwood Falcons @STL

Notes: I think Fargus may be a bit overrated in this case, the Denver D has been coming together lately. I think Marion Barber gets shut down by the GB run D, they are looking tough! If Selvin Young is healthy then I’m sure the OaklandD will ablige him by giving up a ton of yards. Westbrook gets the top spot this week basically because Seattle run D gave up 150 yds and 2 TD’s to Stephen Jackson and Philly has a better O line so Westbrook is gonna get plenty of work. Kolby Smith will not have the same luck against the Chargers D that he did with Oakland.

Wide Recievers:

1 Randy Moss Patriots @BAL
2 Terrell Owens Cowboys GB
3 Braylon Edwards Browns @ARI
4 Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals CLE
5 Reggie Wayne Colts JAC
6 Hines Ward Steelers CIN
7 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Bengals @PIT
8 Andre Johnson Texans @TEN
9 Wes Welker Patriots @BAL
10 Anquan Boldin Cardinals CLE
11 Greg Jennings Packers @DAL
12 Chad Johnson Bengals @PIT
13 Bobby Engram Seahawks @PHI
14 Marques Colston Saints TB
15 Torry Holt Rams ATL
16 Roy Williams Lions @MIN
17 Plaxico Burress Giants @CHI
18 Brandon Marshall Broncos @OAK
19 Marvin Harrison Colts JAC
20 Joey Galloway Buccaneers @NO
21 Chris Henry. Bengals @PIT
22 Deion Branch Seahawks @PHI
23 Bernard Berrian Bears NYG
24 Donald Driver Packers @DAL
25 Roddy White Falcons @STL
26 Steve Smith Panthers SF
27 Dwayne Bowe Chiefs SD
28 Calvin Johnson Lions @MIN
29 Lee Evans Bills @WAS
30 Santonio Holmes Steelers CIN
31 Patrick Crayton Cowboys GB
32 Donte’ Stallworth Patriots @BAL
33 Derrick Mason Ravens NE
34 Justin Gage Titans HOU
35 Jerricho Cotchery Jets @MIA
36 Santana Moss Redskins BUF
37 Kevin Curtis Eagles SEA
38 Arnaz Battle 49ers @CAR
39 Shaun McDonald Lions @MIN
40 Chris Chambers Chargers @KC
41 Reggie Brown Eagles SEA
42 Ike Hilliard Buccaneers @NO
43 Kevin Walter Texans @TEN
44 David Patten Saints TB
45 Isaac Bruce Rams ATL
46 Ronald Curry Raiders DEN
47 Ted Ginn Jr. Dolphins NYJ
48 Muhsin Muhammad Bears NYG
49 Joe Jurevicius Browns @ARI
50 Amani Toomer Giants @CH

Notes: DJ Hackett went and got injured again and now he looks to be out for the rest of the season. This means Branch who is already back in the spotlight after his performance last week will get more targets, but then again he will also get all the attention from the secondary as well, which makes Bobby Engram the play here, no doubt about it. TJ should get some TD’s back that were vultured by Chad Johnson last week. I think Ted Ginn Jr is coming around and is a starter in deep leagues, him and Beck are gonna make it work,(they have to). All the Cardinal WR’s should get a full helping of points as well as Braylon Edwards becuase neither team has much of a secondary to speak of. I like Greg Jennings a little more than Donald Driver just because of recent patterns, but that could all be hog wash.

Tight Ends:

1 Kellen Winslow Browns @ARI
2 Antonio Gates Chargers @KC
3 Donald Lee Packers @DAL
4 Jason Witten Cowboys GB
5 Jeremy Shockey Giants @CHI
6 Dallas Clark Colts JAC
7 Tony Gonzalez Chiefs SD
8 Heath Miller Steelers CIN
9 Benjamin Watson Patriots @BAL
10 Chris Cooley Redskins BUF
11 Vernon Davis 49ers @CAR
12 Owen Daniels Texans @TEN
13 Tony Scheffler Broncos @OAK
14 L.J. Smith Eagles SEA
15 Greg Olsen Bears NYG
16 Alge Crumpler Falcons @STL
17 Marcedes Lewis Jaguars @IND
18 Desmond Clark Bears NYG
19 Bo Scaife Titans HOU
20 Alex Smith Buccaneers @NO
21 Randy McMichael Rams ATL
22 Jeff King Panthers SF
23 Ben Utecht Colts JAC
24 Leonard Pope Cardinals CLE
25 Eric Johnson Saints TB
26 Will Heller Seahawks @PHI
27 Robert Royal Bills @WAS
28 Chris Baker Jets @MIA
29 Zach Miller Raiders DEN
30 Visanthe Shiancoe Vikings DET
31 Sean McHugh Lions @MIN
32 Reggie Kelly Bengals @PIT

Notes: Shockey should most likely get it together this week, hes been just awful and could be viewed as trade bait in the off season if he doesn’t start playing like he wants to. Donald Lee is great red zone threat in Dallas. If you had the patience to keep Crumpler all these weeks then he might finally pay off this week. Seattle used the TE quite nicely against STL and Roddy White can’t catch all the balls so I like him to finally have an above average game tis week. Tennessee looks vulnerable to TE exposure, I think Matt Schaub takes full advantage of this with Owen Daniels.

Kickers:

1 Nick Folk Cowboys GB
2 Stephen Gostkowski Patriots @BAL
3 Rob Bironas Titans HOU
4 Mason Crosby Packers @DAL
5 Jeff Reed Steelers CIN
6 Matt Stover Ravens NE
7 Shayne Graham Bengals @PIT
8 Josh Brown Seahawks @PHI
9 Kris Brown Texans @TEN
10 Adam Vinatieri Colts JAC
11 Jason Hanson Lions @MIN
12 David Akers Eagles SEA
13 Jason Elam Broncos @OAK
14 Robbie Gould Bears NYG
15 Neil Rackers Cardinals CLE
16 Phil Dawson Browns @ARI
17 Nate Kaeding Chargers @KC
18 Lawrence Tynes Giants @CHI
19 John Kasay Panthers SF
20 Jeff Wilkins Rams ATL
21 Ryan Longwell Vikings DET
22 Sebastian Janikowski Raiders DEN
23 Shaun Suisham Redskins BUF
24 Josh Scobee Jaguars @IND
25 Joe Nedney 49ers @CAR
26 John Carney Chiefs SD
27 Rian Lindell Bills @WAS
28 Olindo Mare Saints TB
29 Matt Bryant Buccaneers @NO
30 Jay Feely Dolphins NYJ
31 Mike Nugent Jets @MIA
32 Morten Andersen Falcons @STL

Notes: I would hope that no one is still adding and dropping kickers. Rackers owners have to be mad, and I understand completely. Josh Brown is also missing FG’s as well and it is very discouraging, they both know they are better than that.

Defenses:

1 New England Patriots @BAL
2 Minnesota Vikings DET
3 San Diego Chargers @KC
4 New York Giants @CHI
5 Pittsburgh Steelers CIN
6 New Orleans Saints TB
7 Indianapolis Colts JAC
8 Denver Broncos @OAK
9 Tampa Bay Buccaneers @NO
10 Chicago Bears NYG
11 Seattle Seahawks @PHI
12 San Francisco 49ers @CAR
13 St. Louis Rams ATL
14 Tennessee Titans HOU
15 Kansas City Chiefs SD
16 Detroit Lions @MIN
17 Jacksonville Jaguars @IND
18 Philadelphia Eagles SEA
19 Washington Redskins BUF
20 Green Bay Packers @DAL
21 Miami Dolphins NYJ
22 Oakland Raiders DEN
23 New York. Jets @MIA
24 Dallas Cowboys GB
25 Cincinnati Bengals @PIT
26 Baltimore Ravens NE
27 Buffalo Bills @WAS
28 Carolina Panthers SF
29 Atlanta Falcons @STL
30 Houston Texans @TEN
31 Cleveland Browns @ARI
32 Arizona Cardinals CLE

Notes: I think Pitt is ranked too high here, and Cincy finds a way to destroy them. Green Bay run D is underrated and I think they deserve a much higher ranking, I think they are at least startable. Baltimore is going to get hurt bad and I mean BAAAD. Minnesota ranked this high could lure me into a sense of false comfort, but I think they continue with the momentum and put the hurt on Kitna and the Lions O.

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NFL Week 13 Fantasy Football Power Rankings and Commentary

THURSDAY NIGHT

Green Bay
Dallas  -7  51.5

This is the game of the week by far and perhaps a preview of the NFC Championship.  Both teams have high flying offenses, however the run game in Dallas is far more productive.  Favre looks unstoppable and the whole Packers team is playing so loose its a little scary, you can tell that both these teams are having fun and despite the implications of the outcome you can be sure that both Favre and Romo will be smiling at the end.  The Pack has not lost on the road this year, however I don’t think they have played anyone with the caliber of the Cowboys and much of their success will depend on Ryan Grant and the ground game, 7 points is alot to give Favre and company and thats why I think you gotta take the points, they might not win, but it will be closer than 7, take the Pack and the points!  *Fantasy Impact: Last week ALL Packers WR’s eat big and I’m not talking about turkey.  They should all be good starts this week again and I think if you have Ryan Grant you have to start him.  On the other side of the ball I would be very weary of starting the Cowboys RB’s, the Green Bay run D is extremely good this year and I think that Marion Barber and Julius Jones have been giving flash in the pan performances this year and could be very well shut down.  Owens is always a start and will be a good matchup against the overrated Packer secondary.   

SUNDAY

Buffalo
Washington  -5.5  37

First of all, I would like to send my thoughts out to the family of Sean Taylor, it seems like such a waste of life and talent.  OK, neither of these teams have much to look forward to they are both coming off disappointing losses and I really don’t see much fireworks happening although with the death of their teammate I think Clinton Portis will lead a spirited campaign and completely drub the Bills.  The return of Trent Edwards will make little difference and I think the Bills are already looking forward to next year.  *Fantasy Impact:  Portis is going to have a huge day and I think that the Washington D could have one of those games that only happenes once a season, something out of the movies with a heart pumping soundtrack.

Detroit
Minnesota  -3.5  45

Detroit looked like the cinderella team that was destined to make the playoffs for the first time this decade, but now after losing 3 games in a row they may be in jeopardy of letting the dream slip away.  They got schooled by the Pack last week, but you really can’t hold it against them, I mean its Brett Favre.  The Vikings are on a roll and now it looks as if rookie sensation Adrian Peterson could be healthy enough in time for Sunday.  Also consider that the Vikings D is on top of their game coming off a huge 4 INT’s 3 of which were returned for TD’s they are feeling really good about themselves and going up against the pass happy Mike Martz offense with a shaky Kitna that seems to be airing it out in desperation.  They have alot of talent in Detroit, but they are not ready this year.  If AP is healthy then its going to be ugly for the Lions.  Minnesota is the play give the points.  *Fantasy Impact: Kevin Jones seems like the play against a shaky Minnesota run D, AP obviously if hes healthy and if not hopefully you picked up Chester Taylor hes been great lately.  Minnesota is a one sided team with the run and Detroit was one sided with the pass, but I think they change the game plan this week and go to the run so beware of starting Lions WR’s.

NY Jets
Miami  -1  38

They were so close last week against Pitt and was rooting for Miami all the way, plus with the return of Ricky WIlliams how can you not root for the winless Dolphins.  The Jets on the other hand have a whole other situation, I just don’t understand it.  They finally started playing Kellen Clemens like they should have at the beginning of the season they brought in Thomas Jones to invent a run game they got the talent at WR and still Coach “Mangenious” can’t find the winning combination to put the Jets on the path of W’s.  This is a classic rivalry in the NFL, but this year both teams are soo bad that I don’t see it being a very exciting game or perhaps for that very reason it will be.  Regardless,  I love Miami this week at home, there is no reason why they should go winless, John Beck will assume the starting position for the rest of the season, Ricky Williams has no choice, but to play well so he can at least get a 1 year contract and make enough to buy a bag of grass!  Ted Ginn Jr.  is coming around and him and Beck are creating valuable chemistry that will pay dividends next season.  The play is definantly Miami this week!  *Fantasy Impact:  I bet Ginn Jr.  is on the wire in many leagues simply because he had no one to throw him the ball, but I think all that changed, pick him and play him!  Willie Parker ran all over the Fins run D and I think Thomas Jones will do the same, but only at a flex position.  I don’t think either QB is worth starting, but desperate times calll for desperate measures so act accordingly. 

Seattle
Philadelphia  -3  42

I was on the edge last Sunday as I watched the Seattle D allow St. Louis led by Gus Ferrote of all people march down the field on what would be their last possesion and see them get to the 1 yard line with Stephen Jackson in the backfield!  Luckily my boys held their ground oh and Gus Ferrote fumbled the snal on 4th down. (LMAO) What a scrub.  Well the point is that that kinda play is not gonna fly this week at Philly.  Philly seems to have found a flaw in the in-cred-i-ble (you have to say that in spanish for it to make sense) Patriots.  Honestly I think that was just a hiccup on the Pats part and although the Eagles are a good team they are definantly beatable and I think if Seattle can keep it together long enough they can get the job done.  DJ Hackett is out for the rest of the season, but it shouldn’t matter they are stacked at the WR spot and Mo Morris is solidifying his role as the starter and he should get Alexanders contract(but thats just my opinion).  It looks like McScrub oops I mean McNabb is coming back, but I think that just hurts them and Westbrook is healthy so thats not good for the Seattle D, they did give up the booty against Jackson so the damage could be catasrophic!  All this aside I think Hasselbeck studies Bradys game tape and picks apart the Philly secondary, it will be up to Westbrook to win it for them and I think Seattle needs this win to get over that hump and show everyone they belong in the playoffs despite how weak the NFC is.  I like Seattle plus the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Do not play Mo Morris he will get stuffed.  Engram is now a #1 WR, I will definantly start him.  Westbrook will eat big I suspect, and its killing me inside.  Hasselbeck for sure, but not McScrub, I know I know all you McNabb owners are yelling and screaming and thinking I don’t know anything, but just wait and see. 

Houston
Tennessee  -4  43

Both of these teams are desperate for a win.  Houston has a glimmer of chance for the playoffs and Tennessee is sputtering, they have completely shut down on the run game.  I mean its like they forgot??? Well they better remember because Houston D gave up 134 yards to old ass Jamal Lewis!  LenDale white should be able to carve out some ground, especially at home.  Houston is another prime example of a team of young guys that got alot of talent, but were plagued by injuries and never got a chance to get a rythem going, I expect big things from them next year.  That said I think Tennessee has more at stake and at home they should be able to get things going.  For some reason the spread is at 4 which is a tricky numberI think its worth buying the half point down to 3.5 just in case you get that 24-20 score.  So there it is the Titans buying it down to -3.5.  *Fantasy Impact:  If my theory holds true then I think Lendale White finally gets out of his slump this week,(man whats his deal???)  Vince Young is still too jittery and I don’t think there is much of a pass game to talked of.  I think Matt Schaub could put up some numbers, but then again my gut says no, so I translate that into either he has a killer game or e gets completely shut down…..flip a coin.   

Jacksonville
Indianapolis  -7  45

Now this is a very intresting, the Jaguars are 8-3 and Indy has kinda been put in their place.  I think the Colts have lost their luster and they know it and while I stated previously a few weeks ago that I didn’t believe in the Jags, it looks as though I am eating those words.  The Jags are hungry and a healthy Gerrard is making all the difference.  There D is just getting it done and not making dumb mistakes.  They will definantly make Addai earn every yard and be a constant annoyance to Reggie Wayne and Peyton will eat turf a couple times.  Now this all might happen, but do I think it will be enough to get the W??? NO!  Peyton and company are too tough at home and have too much pride I think they will win, but its going to be close.  The Colts will win, but they WILL NOT cover the spread, take the points!  *Fantasy Impact:  I think this is gonna be a hard hitting defensive battle you gotta start your starters, but don’t get all giddy about it.   

San Diego  -5  37.5
Kansas City

Man….Kansas City just can’t catch a break can they…LJ is back on the IR list, but Kolby Smith picked up the slack and made a game of it with 150 yards and a pair of TD’s, but then again that was against the Oakland run D which is shabadabadooooooooooo and thats being nice.  I highly doubt that Smith will have the same production against the Charger D.  LT broke the 10,000 yard bench mark, but had no TD’s and its really killing my fantasy team, jeez he was a disappointment.  I would hope that he would reach down and grab a pair and come through with a 50 point performance this week which is definantly acheiveable if Norv Turner will just let him run.  I think that KC got dealt a bad hand this season and know they just need to play for pride, but it won’t be enough to stop the Chargers, give the 5 points.  *Fantasy Impact:  My above statements say it all, start LT, bench Kolby Smith.  Phil-leap Rivers should have a decent game, but he better watch last weeks game tape.   

San Francisco
Carolina  -2.5  35.5

San Fran finally got a W and Frank Gore came out to play last week.  In all truth it was the Cardinals that actually lost the game not San Fran winning it.  Carolina is still struggling to find an identity and it doesn’t look good in the foreseeable future.  They don’t have a QB and their best hope is poor old 44 yr old Vinny T.  I feel for him, I really do. I thought that Deshaun Foster might actually start earning his paycheck, but yet again I was disappointed last week.  The Panthers haven’t won a game at home this season and thats pitiful.  If Frank Gore comes out to play and Dilfer has the same kind of game as last week then its gonna be a long day for the Panthers.  Take San Fran and the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  I think Frank Gore is gold Jerry GOLD!!!  If you had to play Trent Dilfer then its ok.  In deeper leagues if you have a San Fran WR then it might make you smile.  I think that the San Fran D is a good matchup for Foster even though hes been flash in the pan lately.

Tampa Bay
New Orleans  -3  41.5

Tampa didn’t look particularly strong last week against Washington at home and this is discouraging especially since they are 7-4 and have a good chance to make the playoffs.  New Orleans looked like they were giving auditions, it seemed like everyone got a chance to run the ball and the Tampa run D is alot more stingy then the Carolina run D so the Saints better figure it out before Sunday. Brees is looking good in the air and I think his success continues at home.  If Earnest Grahm can get his ground game going then it should make for quite a game.  I think the Saints have been getting it done with Brees airing it out and he continues to do so this week.  The Bucs have been winning games, but I don’t think they are showing us anything special that makes me believe.  The Saints are the play and give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  Pay attention to Colston and I think they stick with Bush this game instead of spreading it out.  You gotta go with Garcia if you have already been starting him, he should put up decent numbers.  Grahm obviously, but don’t expect much.  

Cleveland
Arizona  -1  51.5

Kurt Warner threw for almost 500 yards last week and its not like Cleveland D is something to worry about.  This game should be a pick instead of 1 point, but the bookmakers want to screw with you.  I think that Lewis gets alot more touches this week and I don’t think that the AZ D can do anything about it.  Derek Anderson continues to play well and I don’t see any slowing down.  In the end I see a high scoring game and the winner will be the team that turns the ball over the least.  In this case I gotta go with the home team, take AZ.  *Fantasy Impact:  You gotta start every player from each team, neither one has a defense to speak of so that means big scores from alot of guys.

Denver  -3.5  42
Oakland

Denver found out the hard way last week that when you kick to Devin Hester it is not a good thing.  Oakland beat one of their most hated rivals in KC and Justin Fargus seems to have solidified his position at RB.  Denver has found a new hero in Andre Hall and as of this writing Selvin Young still looks inactive.  Oakland is notorious for giving up huge hards to opposing RB’s and with the way Hall ran on the Bears D he should get plenty more in Oakland.  Denver also gives up alot on the ground, but not enough.  Denver has the pass threat as well as the run and this makes them more potent and the winners this week in Oakland, however don’t get caught on the half point hook, you gotta buy it down to at least 3 points.  *Fantasy Impact:  I guess Fargus is the man in Oakland now so you gotta start him, Cutler should have a field day and connect with Stokely easily enough, but with these 2 teams nothing is consistent so beware.

NY Giants  -1.5  42.5
Chicago

Poor Poor Eli, I mean he got humiliated at home, and they were playing so well….The bears are no doubt fired up after Rexy threw that game winner, but the pass D was picked apart.  I don’t think Grossman has redeemed himself quite yet and lucky for him Adrian Peterson stepped up and took the pressure off him.  I think Eli gets it together this week and takes a long look at Cutlers games tape.  If Chicago can’t adjust its gonna be tough on them.  The offense will already have enough trouble with the Giants D and Rex may fold.  One thing is for sure, they will not be kicking to Hester. I think the Giants roll on Chicago who is not playing like they have in the past.  Give the lousy 1.5 points.  *Fantasy Impact: 

Cincinnati
Pittsburgh  -7  48

Well well well….Palmer finally came out to play last week, god he was killing my team.  Pitt meanwhile got slowed by the weather and mud like turf more than the Miami D.  No doubt they will be looking to get back to business this week in more favorable weather.  The Cincy D actually put the stop on Tennessee last week and thats progress, so at least something positive is happening on that side of the ball.  They will have to make alot more this week if they want to slow down Big Ben and Willie Parker.  I think that Cincy is bringing it too little too late and Pitt is playoff bound no matter what, the spread is high and that means Cincy looks good, I like the Bengals and the points IF the D comes to play the offense will keep them in it.  *Fantasy Impact:  I think Cincy continues with the great offense and Pitt follows suit.  I would not start Rudi Johnson if you can help it, but then again you might not have a choice.  TJ should get some of those TD’s that newly appointed camera man Chad Johnson vultured from him.  Hines, Parker, and whats his name you know the guy I’m talking about should all be good starts.  

MONDAY NIGHT

New England  -20.5  51.5
Baltimore

Baltimore has nothing going for them right now and I mean nothing.  New England is still a little shocked that they almost let the perfect season slip away to the likes of Philly and career backup A.J. Feely, they will shake that off by Monday night and will not get fooled again.  The spread says it all -20.5!!! Ray Lewis does not like that at all, it shows no respect.  The bookmakers have a point when you really think about it, the Balt D is no longer the top D, I don’t even think they are in the top 10, Brady is out for blood just to prove that they are the team everyone thought they were and the whole Philly debacle was just a hiccup.  This is going to be a one-sided beatdown and the Pats are blood thirsty!  However, 20.5 is alot, but not enough, don’t be scared of the big number its less than 3 TD’s.  Take the Pats light a candle and give the points!  *Fantasy Impact:  It seems like its the same line every week with the Pats, start’em ALL!!! Except for Jabroney, I mean Maroney, the Balt D can still stiffle the run.  On the Balt side I think you can start Mcgahee, but don’t expect a breakout game.

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NFL Week 13 Betting Odds and Fantasy Football Impact

Green Bay  -3.5  47
Detroit

Detroit desperatly needs this win at home if they want to secure a wildcard bid.  Kitna had a great game if you don’t count those 3 INT’s.  It seemed like every player on the Lions team got some rec yds, but when they got in the red zone they just couldn’t get it done.  There D actually came to play and held the Giants run offense which is encouraging against the mess called the Packers run game.  Brett Favre meanwhile continues to light opposing defenses and I don’t see him slowing down anytime soon.  I mean its Brett Favre, enough said.  Take the Pack give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  I think you see nothing but passing on Green Bays part which means Jennings, Jones, and Driver all day long.  Kitna threw for almost 400 yards last week and I think they go with the same strategy this week, so he should be good for decent number, the GB secondary isn’t that good, they just get name recognition thats all.  Kevin Jones could be limited, not sure and the GB RB’s are still suspect. 

NY Jets
Dallas  -14.5  47.5

The Jets made me look like a devine prophet last week when they upset the Steelers as I predicted for the sleeper team of the week.  Clemens is the big dog in NY right now and I think he has accepted his role as the starter of the future and will take every chance he can to prove it.   He didn’t have a spectacular game last week, but you have to give him credit for the W.  This week against the Boys’ I think they struggle, but not the passing game.   Pitt secondary is alot better than the Dallas secondary so I expect it to be a another passing affair.  Dallas is solid right now, a little too solid, which means I like them  to falter at least a bit.  Despite that last comment, Dallas at home is just too much for the Jets right now and taking the Boys’ and giving the points is the play.  *Fantasy Impact:  Romo, Owens, and Barber are the main characters in this drubbing.  I think Cotchery is gold this week especially after his dismal performance last week, they jsut didn’t give it to him at all.  This is a ploy by Mangini to draw attention away from him,  and now that Coles is doubtful he will get the workload.  I also think that Thomas Jones will be worthy of a start based on the matchup and play calling.

Indianapolis  -12.5  41
Atlanta

What can I really say about this game other than that Atlanta has a golden opportunity to smack around the Colts.  Indy just barely beat KC at home and I think we can all agree that the Chiefs are shabadabadoooooooo.   So now even though ATL’s season is over they can still break hearts and honestly they need to just to have something to look forward to next season.  I think it would be good for professional football for ATL to put a thrashing on the Colts on Thanksgiving.  I doubt it will happen, but based on what we saw last week, I honestly think that the Falcons plus the points is a lock!!!  *Fantasy Impact:  I think Crumpler comes out of his injury prone slump and does something this week as well as Roddy White.  Dunn will get shut down and I am almost positive that Addai eats real big.  I think that Peyton gets a little bit back to normal and they win, but they won’t cover.

Denver
Chicago -1 41

Tennessee -1 47
Cincinnati

Buffalo
Jacksonville  -7.5  36

Oakland
Kansas City -5.5 34.5

Houston
Cleveland  -3.5  51

Seattle  -3  45
St. Louis

Minnesota
NY Giants  -7  41

New Orleans  -2.5  41
Carolina

Washington
Tampa Bay  -3  38

San Francisco
Arizona  -10.5  38

Baltimore
San Diego  -9.5  38.5

Philadelphia
New England  -22  50

Miami
Pittsburgh  -16  41

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NFL Week 12 Betting Odds and Fantasy Football Preview

Quarterbacks:

1 Tom Brady Patriots @BUF
2 Tony Romo Cowboys WAS
3 Peyton Manning Colts KC
4 Marc Bulger Rams @SF
5 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers @NYJ
6 Derek Anderson Browns @BAL
7 Brett Favre Packers CAR
8 Carson Palmer Bengals ARI
9 Drew Brees Saints @HOU
10 Matt Schaub Texans NO
11 Donovan McNabb Eagles MIA
12 Matt Hasselbeck Seahawks CHI
13 Eli Manning Giants @DET
14 Kurt Warner Cardinals @CIN
15 Jeff Garcia Buccaneers @ATL
16 Kyle Boller Ravens CLE
17 Jon Kitna Lions NYG
18 Vince Young Titans @DEN
19 Jason Campbell Redskins @DAL
20 David Garrard Jaguars SD
21 Jay Cutler Broncos TEN
22 Philip Rivers Chargers @JAC
23 Kellen Clemens Jets PIT
24 Byron Leftwich Falcons TB
25 Rex Grossman Bears @SEA
26 J.P. Losman Bills NE
27 Alex Smith 49ers STL
28 Vinny Testaverde Panthers @GB
29 John Beck Dolphins @PHI
30 Brodie Croyle Chiefs @IND
31 Josh McCown Raiders @MIN
32 Tarvaris Jackson Vikings OAK

Notes:  Tom Brady is back and rested and looking for blood!  This whole Don Shula Asterisk crap is only fueling the fire and after Sunday Night they will call it the Buffalo Massacre!  Mark Bulger should continue his comeback tour with a bang against the scrubish San Fran D.  I think Baltimore D gets it together and shuts down Derek Anderson, they know they are better than that. My sleeper pick is John Beck….WHO? Yeah thats right the 2nd pick in the draft, he was brought in for the future and for the Fins the future is now!  If you have playoff aspirations in your fantasy league and can afford to pick him up I would definantly do it.  What if this guy pulls a Derek Anderson?  He would be extremely valuable at the end of the season when Brady and Manning aren’t taking as many snaps.  Think about it….. 

Running Backs:

1 Willie Parker Steelers @NYJ
2 Brian Westbrook Eagles MIA
3 LaDainian Tomlinson Chargers @JAC
4 Joseph Addai Colts KC
5 Reggie Bush Saints @HOU
6 Steven Jackson Rams @SF
7 Chester Taylor Vikings OAK
8 Edgerrin James Cardinals @CIN
9 Brandon Jacobs Giants @DET
10 Willis McGahee Ravens CLE
11 Marion Barber Cowboys WAS
12 LenDale White Titans @DEN
13 Clinton Portis Redskins @DAL
14 Maurice Jones-Drew Jaguars SD
15 Frank Gore 49ers STL
16 Ryan Grant Packers CAR
17 Jesse Chatman Dolphins @PHI
18 Justin Fargas Raiders @MIN
19 Warrick Dunn Falcons TB
20 Laurence Maroney Patriots @BUF
21 Priest Holmes Chiefs @IND
22 Kevin Jones Lions NYG
23 Maurice Morris Seahawks CHI
24 Earnest Graham Buccaneers @ATL
25 Selvin Young Broncos TEN
26 Cedric Benson Bears @SEA
27 Anthony Thomas Bills NE
28 Julius Jones Cowboys WAS
29 DeShaun Foster Panthers @GB
30 Rudi Johnson Bengals ARI
31 Jamal Lewis Browns @BAL
32 Ahman Green Texans NO
33 Thomas Jones Jets PIT
34 DeAngelo Williams Panthers @GB
35 T.J. Duckett Lions NYG
36 Kenny Watson Bengals ARI
37 Fred Taylor Jaguars SD
38 Ron Dayne Texans NO
39 Reuben Droughns Giants @DET
40 Michael Pittman Buccaneers @ATL
41 Adimchinobi Echemandu Texans NO
42 Adrian Peterson. Bears @SEA
43 Kenton Keith Colts KC
44 Dwayne Wright Bills NE
45 Najeh Davenport Steelers @NYJ
46 Ladell Betts Redskins @DAL
47 Aaron Stecker Saints @HOU
48 Leonard Weaver Seahawks CHI
49 Pierre Thomas Saints @HOU
50 Michael Robinson 49ers STL

Notes:  Honestly I think Westbrook should be number 1 this week, his matchup is just too sweet.  If Maurice Morris can have a decent night against San Fran then what do you think Stephen Jackson is gonna do?(BIG NUMBERS)  Cester Taylor is over rated, don’t fool yourself.  Bradon Jacobs should be a great start and finally, if Selvin Young plays then I think you give him a chance.  Addai is out for blood and I think the sorry ass Kansas City D is on the menu.

Wide Receivers:

1 Randy Moss Patriots @BUF
2 Reggie Wayne Colts KC
3 Braylon Edwards Browns @BAL
4 Terrell Owens Cowboys WAS
5 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Bengals ARI
6 Torry Holt Rams @SF
7 Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals @CIN
8 Hines Ward Steelers @NYJ
9 Plaxico Burress Giants @DET
10 Wes Welker Patriots @BUF
11 Marques Colston Saints @HOU
12 Santonio Holmes Steelers @NYJ
13 Chad Johnson Bengals ARI
14 Greg Jennings Packers CAR
15 Roy Williams Lions NYG
16 Andre Johnson Texans NO
17 D.J. Hackett Seahawks CHI
18 Brandon Marshall Broncos TEN
19 Donte’ Stallworth Patriots @BUF
20 Anquan Boldin Cardinals @CIN
21 Joey Galloway Buccaneers @ATL
22 Lee Evans Bills NE
23 Patrick Crayton Cowboys WAS
24 Bobby Engram Seahawks CHI
25 Donald Driver Packers CAR
26 Steve Smith Panthers @GB
27 Jerricho Cotchery Jets PIT
28 Kevin Curtis Eagles MIA
29 Derrick Mason Ravens CLE
30 Roddy White Falcons TB
31 Chris Henry. Bengals ARI
32 Reggie Brown Eagles MIA
33 Mark Clayton Ravens CLE
34 Kevin Walter Texans NO
35 Bernard Berrian Bears @SEA
36 Laveranues Coles Jets PIT
37 Arnaz Battle 49ers STL
38 David Patten Saints @HOU
39 Shaun McDonald Lions NYG
40 Dwayne Bowe Chiefs @IND
41 Brandon Stokley Broncos TEN
42 Muhsin Muhammad Bears @SEA
43 Andre Davis Texans NO
44 James Jones Packers CAR
45 Marty Booker Dolphins @PHI
46 Chris Chambers Chargers @JAC
47 Amani Toomer Giants @DET
48 Mike Furrey Lions NYG
49 Keenan McCardell Redskins @DAL
50 Craphonso Thorpe Colts KC

Notes:  Obviously from my previous statement that if you own a Pats WR you are smiling, I think Baltimore gets it together this week and thats good for Derrick Mason especially since Boller is throwing to him.  So if Balt gets it together then I think Braylon Edwards may disappoint this week despit the heavy injuries in the secondary, I know it defys logic so just call it a fate thing.  I predicted that the Jets would come alive with Clemens at Q so I think that spells points for Cotchery and Coles(if hes healthy).  Chris Henry will likely start sharing more and more with Housh which sucks for me cause I own Hous, but I think there may be enough to go around. 

Tight Ends:

1 Antonio Gates Chargers @JAC
2 Kellen Winslow Browns @BAL
3 Tony Gonzalez Chiefs @IND
4 Jason Witten Cowboys WAS
5 Jeremy Shockey Giants @DET
6 Heath Miller Steelers @NYJ
7 Chris Cooley Redskins @DAL
8 Donald Lee Packers CAR
9 L.J. Smith Eagles MIA
10 Alge Crumpler Falcons TB
11 Benjamin Watson Patriots @BUF
12 Greg Olsen Bears @SEA
13 Vernon Davis 49ers STL
14 Jeff King Panthers @GB
15 Owen Daniels Texans NO
16 Eric Johnson Saints @HOU
17 Randy McMichael Rams @SF
18 Leonard Pope Cardinals @CIN
19 Bryan Fletcher Colts KC
20 Tony Scheffler Broncos TEN
21 Desmond Clark Bears @SEA
22 Quinn Sypniewski Ravens CLE
23 Zach Miller Raiders @MIN
24 Ben Utecht Colts KC
25 Chris Baker Jets PIT
26 Alex Smith Buccaneers @ATL
27 Will Heller Seahawks CHI
28 Bo Scaife Titans @DEN
29 Marcedes Lewis Jaguars SD
30 Matt Spaeth Steelers @NYJ
31 David Martin Dolphins @PHI
32 Sean McHugh Lions NYG

Notes:  I like Owen Daniels, hes rested and due for some magic.  Gates will probably get used a bit more especially since he was neglected last week, just not sure how good the JAX D wants to be yet.  I have no idea why Tony Gonzalez is ranked so high, especially against a mean, disgruntled, upset, wounded animal like the Indy D.  Finally, I don’t understand what happened to Greg Olsen last week, they were treating him like the fat girl at the dance.  That has got to change, especially since hes my fantasy team TE!   

Kickers:

1 Stephen Gostkowski Patriots @BUF
2 Nick Folk Cowboys WAS
3 Jeff Reed Steelers @NYJ
4 Rob Bironas Titans @DEN
5 Josh Brown Seahawks CHI
6 Mason Crosby Packers CAR
7 Matt Stover Ravens CLE
8 Adam Vinatieri Colts KC
9 Kris Brown Texans NO
10 Shayne Graham Bengals ARI
11 David Akers Eagles MIA
12 Jason Elam Broncos TEN
13 Neil Rackers Cardinals @CIN
14 Jason Hanson Lions NYG
15 Nate Kaeding Chargers @JAC
16 Lawrence Tynes Giants @DET
17 Phil Dawson Browns @BAL
18 Jay Feely Dolphins @PHI
19 John Kasay Panthers @GB
20 Jeff Wilkins Rams @SF
21 Robbie Gould Bears @SEA
22 Rian Lindell Bills NE
23 Ryan Longwell Vikings OAK
24 Joe Nedney 49ers STL
25 Olindo Mare Saints @HOU
26 Shaun Suisham Redskins @DAL
27 Sebastian Janikowski Raiders @MIN
28 Morten Andersen Falcons TB
29 Matt Bryant Buccaneers @ATL
30 Josh Scobee Jaguars SD
31 Mike Nugent Jets PIT
32 Dave Rayner Chiefs @IND

Notes:  Ok Stephen Gostkowski will get alot of points, but they will only be extra points, so don’t get too excited if you have him. I’m looking for a kicker that gets forced to kick alot of FG’s and this week I like Josh Brown.  (Plus I’ll be at the Seattle game, hehehe)

Defenses:

1 Green Bay Packers CAR
2 Pittsburgh Steelers @NYJ
3 New England Patriots @BUF
4 Philadelphia Eagles MIA
5 New York Giants @DET
6 Seattle Seahawks CHI
7 Indianapolis Colts KC
8 Tennessee Titans @DEN
9 Dallas Cowboys WAS
10 Minnesota Vikings OAK
11 Detroit Lions NYG
12 Jacksonville Jaguars SD
13 Tampa Bay Buccaneers @ATL
14 Baltimore Ravens CLE
15 San Diego Chargers @JAC
16 Chicago Bears @SEA
17 Atlanta Falcons TB
18 St. Louis Rams @SF
19 New Orleans Saints @HOU
20 Oakland Raiders @MIN
21 Carolina Panthers @GB
22 Kansas City Chiefs @IND
23 Denver Broncos TEN
24 Cincinnati Bengals ARI
25 San Francisco 49ers STL
26 Cleveland Browns @BAL
27 Arizona Cardinals @CIN
28 Houston Texans NO
29 New York. Jets PIT
30 Washington Redskins @DAL
31 Miami Dolphins @PHI
32 Buffalo Bills NE

Notes:  First of all, GB defense is not that good, its just that the Panthers are that bad!  Pitt D hasn’t been all peaches and cream on the road and besides that I like the Jets in the upset.  Seattle D should give Rexy a thorough harrassing all night and I am forecasting at least 2 picks and 1 fumble recovery.  Minnesota’s D is just in a funk right now and they will take out their frustrations on Oakland for sure.  

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NFL Week 11 Fantasy Football Power Rankings

Quarterbacks:

1 Tony Romo Cowboys @NYG

2 Drew Brees Saints STL

3 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers CLE

4 Peyton Manning Colts @SD

5 Brett Favre Packers MIN

6 Matt Hasselbeck Seahawks SF

7 Eli Manning Giants DAL

8 Carson Palmer Bengals @BAL

9 Derek Anderson Browns @PIT

10 Kurt Warner Cardinals DET

11 J.P. Losman Bills @MIA

12 Donovan McNabb Eagles @WAS

13 Marc Bulger Rams @NO

14 Jon Kitna Lions @ARI

15 Damon Huard Chiefs DEN

16 Philip Rivers Chargers IND

17 Jason Campbell Redskins PHI

18 Steve McNair Ravens CIN

19 Brian Griese Bears @OAK

20 Vince Young Titans JAC

21 Joey Harrington Falcons @CAR

22 Josh McCown Raiders CHI

23 Jay Cutler Broncos @KC

24 Cleo Lemon Dolphins BUF

25 Alex Smith 49ers @SEA

26 Vinny Testaverde Panthers ATL

27 Quinn Gray Jaguars @TEN

28 Brooks Bollinger Vikings @GB

I’m not sure why Romo is ranked #1, (probably because Brady is on a bye week) I think he struggles this week agianst the harrassment of the Giants D. Derek Anderson is going to get is clock cleaned against Pittsburgh. Griese should have a decent day against Oakland, and unless you haven’t already benched him, don’t count on Phillip Rivers to do anything spectacular against Indy. Sleeper pick is Marc bulger finally getting a win at New Orleans, hes due!

Running Backs:

1 Joseph Addai Colts @SD

2 Adrian Peterson Vikings @GB

3 LaDainian Tomlinson Chargers IND

4 Willie Parker Steelers CLE

5 Marshawn Lynch Bills @MIA

6 Reggie Bush Saints STL

7 Willis McGahee Ravens CIN

8 Brian Westbrook Eagles @WAS

9 Brandon Jacobs Giants DAL

10 Marion Barber Cowboys @NYG

11 Kevin Jones Lions @ARI

12 LenDale White Titans JAC

13 Clinton Portis Redskins PHI

14 Edgerrin James Cardinals DET

15 Cedric Benson Bears @OAK

16 Justin Fargas Raiders CHI

17 Jesse Chatman Dolphins BUF

18 DeShaun Foster Panthers ATL

19 Jamal Lewis Browns @PIT

20 Priest Holmes Chiefs DEN

21 Travis Henry Broncos @KC

22 Maurice Jones-Drew Jaguars @TEN

23 Warrick Dunn Falcons @CAR

24 Steven Jackson Rams @NO

25 Shaun Alexander Seahawks SF

26 Michael Robinson 49ers @SEA

27 Julius Jones Cowboys @NYG

28 Adrian Peterson. Bears @OAK

29 Ryan Grant Packers MIN

30 Rudi Johnson Bengals @BAL

31 Maurice Hicks 49ers @SEA

32 Selvin Young Broncos @KC

33 Chester Taylor Vikings @GB

34 Fred Taylor Jaguars @TEN

35 DeAngelo Williams Panthers ATL

36 Kenny Watson Bengals @BAL

37 Kolby Smith Chiefs DEN

38 Musa Smith Ravens CIN

39 Reuben Droughns Giants DAL

40 Jerious Norwood Falcons @CAR

41 Maurice Morris Seahawks SF

42 LaMont Jordan Raiders CHI

43 Kenton Keith Colts @SD

44 Leonard Weaver Seahawks SF

45 Najeh Davenport Steelers CLE

46 Brian Leonard Rams @NO

47 Vernand Morency Packers MIN

48 Jason Wright Browns @PIT

49 Ladell Betts Redskins PHI

50 Michael Turner Chargers IND

Both Jamal Lewis and Willie Parker should strongly be considered bench material this week, this is going to be an air attack matchup. DeShaun Foster is a lock for big points against the shabby Atlanta D. Cedric Benson will finally produce against the sub par Raiders run D. Marshawn Lynch owners should not start getting excited, Miami D is old but they been rested and they desperatly need to establish some defensive presense. Stephen Jackson is a game time decision, but even if he were healthy I don’t like him against the stingy NO D.

Wide Receivers:

1 Reggie Wayne Colts @SD

2 Terrell Owens Cowboys @NYG

3 Plaxico Burress Giants DAL

4 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Bengals @BAL

5 Braylon Edwards Browns @PIT

6 Hines Ward Steelers CLE

7 Santonio Holmes Steelers CLE

8 Torry Holt Rams @NO

9 Greg Jennings Packers MIN

10 Lee Evans Bills @MIA

11 Marques Colston Saints STL

12 Anquan Boldin Cardinals DET

13 Brandon Marshall Broncos @KC

14 Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals DET

15 Bobby Engram Seahawks SF

16 Donald Driver Packers MIN

17 Roy Williams Lions @ARI

18 Kevin Curtis Eagles @WAS

19 Chad Johnson Bengals @BAL

20 Steve Smith Panthers ATL

21 Roddy White Falcons @CAR

22 Patrick Crayton Cowboys @NYG

23 Reggie Brown Eagles @WAS

24 David Patten Saints STL

25 Derrick Mason Ravens CIN

26 D.J. Hackett Seahawks SF

27 Marvin Harrison Colts @SD

28 Amani Toomer Giants DAL

29 Deion Branch Seahawks SF

30 Dwayne Bowe Chiefs DEN

31 Muhsin Muhammad Bears @OAK

32 Chris Chambers Chargers IND

33 Brandon Stokley Broncos @KC

34 Calvin Johnson Lions @ARI

35 Mark Clayton Ravens CIN

36 James Jones Packers MIN

37 Ronald Curry Raiders CHI

38 Marty Booker Dolphins BUF

39 Bernard Berrian Bears @OAK

40 Chris Henry. Bengals @BAL

41 Shaun McDonald Lions @ARI

42 Jerry Porter Raiders CHI

43 Mike Furrey Lions @ARI

44 Ted Ginn Jr. Dolphins BUF

45 Isaac Bruce Rams @NO

46 Sidney Rice Vikings @GB

47 Santana Moss Redskins PHI

48 Vincent Jackson Chargers IND

49 Roydell Williams Titans JAC

50 Joe Jurevicius Browns @PIT

The Detroit WR’s have steadily dropped in the rankings and this is due in part to Kitna being conservative, I think all this changes this week, I am look for big numbers out of Calvin Johnson and Roy Williams. Tory Holt’s worth has jumped on the preminition that Bulger is getting a W this week and hes going to need every bit of Holt to get it done. Patrick Crayton didn’t get a single catch last week and I think he will continue to disappoint owners. Boldin is healthy and should get back on track this week, IF Kurt Warner is playing. Steve Smiff could be the Panthers knight is shining armor if good ol’ Vinny gets the start which is looking more and more like a reality. Bobby Engram should be ranked higher as Seattle only knows how to pass and San Fran’s secondary is proving to be more useless every week. And finally, TO is going to be shut down, I know it hurts you owners to hear this, but sometimes the truth hurts.

Tight Ends:

1 Antonio Gates Chargers IND

2 Kellen Winslow Browns @PIT

3 Tony Gonzalez Chiefs DEN

4 Jason Witten Cowboys @NYG

5 Dallas Clark Colts @SD

6 Chris Cooley Redskins PHI

7 Heath Miller Steelers CLE

8 Jeremy Shockey Giants DAL

9 Greg Olsen Bears @OAK

10 Vernon Davis 49ers @SEA

11 Donald Lee Packers MIN

12 Tony Scheffler Broncos @KC

13 L.J. Smith Eagles @WAS

14 Desmond Clark Bears @OAK

15 Jeff King Panthers ATL

16 Eric Johnson Saints STL

17 Quinn Sypniewski Ravens CIN

18 Randy McMichael Rams @NO

19 Zach Miller Raiders CHI

20 Marcedes Lewis Jaguars @TEN

21 Bo Scaife Titans JAC

22 Robert Royal Bills @MIA

23 Matt Spaeth Steelers CLE

24 Visanthe Shiancoe Vikings @GB

25 Leonard Pope Cardinals DET

26 Reggie Kelly Bengals @BAL

27 John Madsen Raiders CHI

28 Will Heller Seahawks SF

I think the rankings pretty much speak for themselves, I haven’t seen too many outstanding performances by sleepers this year and this weeks matchups give me no reason to believe otherwise.

Kickers:

1 Matt Stover Ravens CIN

2 Jeff Reed Steelers CLE

3 Rob Bironas Titans JAC

4 Josh Brown Seahawks SF

5 Nick Folk Cowboys @NYG

6 Neil Rackers Cardinals DET

7 Adam Vinatieri Colts @SD

8 Mason Crosby Packers MIN

9 Robbie Gould Bears @OAK

10 Nate Kaeding Chargers IND

11 Lawrence Tynes Giants DAL

12 Jay Feely Dolphins BUF

13 Shaun Suisham Redskins PHI

14 Rian Lindell Bills @MIA

15 Jason Hanson Lions @ARI

16 Phil Dawson Browns @PIT

17 David Akers Eagles @WAS

18 John Kasay Panthers ATL

19 Sebastian Janikowski Raiders CHI

20 Jason Elam Broncos @KC

21 Ryan Longwell Vikings @GB

22 Olindo Mare Saints STL

23 Morten Andersen Falcons @CAR

24 Shayne Graham Bengals @BAL

25 Joe Nedney 49ers @SEA

26 Jeff Wilkins Rams @NO

27 Dave Rayner Chiefs DEN

28 John Carney Jaguars @TEN

Matt Stover is ranked #1 this week because of the inability of the Ravens O to find the endzone, he’s all they got! Phil Dawson should be a good play especially when you condiser the Pittsburgh D in the redzone.

Defenses:

1 Tennessee Titans JAC

2 Pittsburgh Steelers CLE

3 New Orleans Saints STL

4 Kansas City Chiefs DEN

5 Green Bay Packers MIN

6 Carolina Panthers ATL

7 Seattle Seahawks SF

8 Baltimore Ravens CIN

9 Jacksonville Jaguars @TEN

10 Chicago Bears @OAK

11 Detroit Lions @ARI

12 Washington Redskins PHI

13 Philadelphia Eagles @WAS

14 Arizona Cardinals DET

15 Oakland Raiders CHI

16 Dallas Cowboys @NYG

17 New York Giants DAL

18 Buffalo Bills @MIA

19 Indianapolis Colts @SD

20 Minnesota Vikings @GB

21 Atlanta Falcons @CAR

22 San Diego Chargers IND

23 Miami Dolphins BUF

24 Denver Broncos @KC

25 Cincinnati Bengals @BAL

26 San Francisco 49ers @SEA

27 Cleveland Browns @PIT

28 St. Louis Rams @NO

The Colts D should get a little more credit than this ranking is giving as well as the Giants for sure. I really think they shut down the Cowboys this week. Jacksonville makes me nervous, Drew Brees picked them apart. The Saints D is a hoax! It is St. Louis’ turn to win and Bulger is going to eat them up. The Seahawks will no doubt demolish the 49ers again much the way they did the first time they met, I think the D scored something like 28 points!

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NFL Week 10 Fantasy Football Power Rankings

Buffalo -3   40.5
Miami

J.P. Losman will get his second start in a row this week after getting the W against Cincy.  Buffalo has won 4 of their last 5 games and look like they are starting to find the formula to winning, while I don’t think they will advance far this year they are a team to watch for next season, but in the meanwhile I can see them finishing strong this year.  Miami is horrendous, I mean they are not good at all! They did surprise everyone by covering the spread a few weeks ago against the Giants in London, but they have no offense to speak of and their once revered defense is getting old and running out of steam. Miami is due for a win and coming off a bye week should be rested, I think Miami gets a W this week despite the lack of personel. Take Miami and the points!  *Fantasy Impact:  Marshawn Lynch may be limited this week I would only start him in a flex position. Lee Evans will no doubt have a huge game and lastly I think that Jesse Chatman will finally get decent enough points to make him your second starter.
Cleveland
Pittsburgh -9.5   47.5

Pittsburgh absolutley crushed the Ravens on Monday Night Football. Big Ben was on hit, it seemed like no matter how much pressure the Ravens brought, Big Ben held his composure and burned the secondary on the deep ball more than a couple times.  Cleveland just barely eeked out a win in OT against a less than impressive Seahawks team, and the same effort will not be even close to enough to challenge the Steelers at home.  Bottom line, Pitt is looking like a contender, while Cleveland is still learning to play together but are making big time progress.  Cleveland doesn’t have the D to contend with Big Ben and company.  Pitt giving the points, no doubt.  *Fantasy Impact:   Most Cleveland players that were putting up big numbers will most likely struggle a bit, be weary of your options.  Pittsburgh D is a no brainer, I really like Santonio Holmes to eat big and both Willie Parker and Jamal Lewis should be safe starts. 

St. Louis
New Orleans -11.5   45.5

We are looking at a caged wounded animal scenario here for St. Louis.  They have nothing left to play for except their pride and their jobs for next season.  Then you have New Orleans who is literally fight for its post season life which is haning by a very thin thread.  I won’t say that New Orleans is playing to their potential but they are playing better as proven with 4 straight wins.  11.5 points is alot to make New Orleans give, if you believe that the Saints are back in top form then it should be no problem, but if you believe that they will falter under a false sense of confidence then the Rams are the play, take the points! *Fantasy Impact:  If you like my last little comment then Marc Bulger should finally point up some worthy numbers of a starter.  Bush will most likely find the endzone at least once while Marques Colston should continue to make fantasy owners smile. 

Jacksonville
Tennessee -4.5

The Titans are doing what they can, the Defense is making them.  Lendale White is bringing it all together and Vince Young is doing what he can while NOT losing the game for them.  Jacksonville desperately needs David Gerrard to get back in the saddle, the offense is lost without him. Both teams are fighting for a wild card and you can’t count out Jacksonville to bring the upset. I have to take Jacksonville plus the points in this, they are due.  *Fantasy Impact:  I like all the Titans players as long as they are Lendale White and the Titans D, bench the rest.  Jacksonville really needs Fred Taylor to step up and I think he does it this week. 

Denver
Kansas City -3.5

This is definantly the yaaaaawn game of the week, neither of these teams have anything exciting to offer except a run game.  One note of intrest may be that Priest Holmes, that legendary fantasy player from years past might just actually start this week as a walk on to the KC offense.  Travis Henry will most likely play again.  Bradon Stokely is now the supposed golden boy in Denver, but if KC could hold Favre to limited production I expect them to put the hurt on Cutler. Kansas City at home is the play give the points.  *Fantasy Impact:  It will be a running game all day so expect Henry and whoever gets the start at RB for Denver to produce.  I don’t like Cutler at all this week and Huard is probably still on waiver wire in most leagues so leave him there!  Not sure what else to say, I just don’t like either of these teams and I think its going to be a sloppy game.

Atlanta
Carolina -4   36

The Panthers are winless at home so far this year and that should raise some red flags! David Carr is still struggling to find a rythem with the offense and I just don’t trust him yet.  Atlanta has its own barrel of problems to deal with, Harrington needs to get pulled and give Leftwich a real chance, after all thats what they brought him in for.  Atlanta pretty much is playing for pride, they know their season is going nowhere and now everyone is playing for a job next year, but I doubt it will be enough.  Carolina will cover the 4 points on the back of Deshaun Foster.  *Fantasy Impact:  I gave up on Crumpler a long time ago, and it stung because I drafted him as my 1st pick for TE, Big Mistake! He might not even play this week.  Deshaun Foster should put up big numbers against a weak Falcon D and Roddy White should get at least a couple of long boms thrown to him, its up to him to catch them, so the potential is there.

Philadelphia
Washington -2.5   38

Philly got destroyed last week and it looked like they gave up at the start of the second half, I mean they were down by 28 and McNabb is throwing little dump passes out to the flat, what the hell is that all about! There is no fire in Philly anymore, they need a makeover.  Meanwhile the Skins are playing about as good as anyone expected, and Clinton Portis has managed to stay healthy which was a big concern at the beginning of the season.  Both teams will rely heavily on the run game so its going to be a clock management game I expect.  Philly is 0-3 thus far in their division and I really feel they are done this year so I expect them to go 0-4.  Take Washington give the measly 2.5 points, its nothing. *Fantasy Impact:  While I feel McNabb is over the hill I do believe he will esploit the Skin’s secondary and should put up decent numbers which means Moss will eat. Both Portis and Westbrook are safe starts as usual.

Minnesota
Green Bay -6.5   40.5

Both teams are coming off wins and while Brett Favre’s come from behind in the last 5 minutes was great, it was not nearly as nice as the drubbing that Minnesota put on San Diego.   Adrian Peterson cemented himself as the Rookie of the Year by breaking the single game rushing record with 296 yards on the ground.  Brett Favre seems to be leading the Packers back to the playoffs in what is most likely his last season in the league by using his patented no guts no glory approach…..it seems to be working.  Minnesota D will most likely shut down Ryan Grant, but the secondary makes me nervous.  I don’t think the Minnesota rushing game can keep up with Favre and Co. in the air.  I like the Packers to cover the points. *Fantasy Impact:  Packers D got chewed up by LJ and I’m not saying that Adrian Peterson is comparable to LJ YET… I do think he will easily break 100 yds with a couple TD’s, Favre is obviously a solid start.  Minnesota D will be harrasing Favre all night so i could see a couple sacks as well as an INT or 2.
 

Cincinnati
Baltimore -4.5   44.5

The Baltimore secondary was completly exploited on Monday night and suddenly the once revered Ravens defense is no longer such a big deal.  Steve McNair has shown that it may be too late for him as he was ineffective against the Steelers.  Willis McGahee will once again be the work horse for the Ravens and against the scrub Cincy defense its a sure bet that will be the most effective.  Palmer and co. should be able to attack the secondary and be quite effective, I see huge numbers for him and his crew.  Baltimore has shown weakness and Cincinnati desperatly needs a win.  Cincinnati plus the points and in fact you should be on the moneyline all day long.  *Fantasy Impact:  Palmer and his WR’s will finally break out of their slump that has been disappointing every one including me! McGahee will be money IF he plays, right now its a game time decision.  I doubt Derrick Mason will contribute much, McNair can’t get him the ball and for some reaosn they won’t throw Bowler in the mix. 

Chicago -3   38
Oakland

Oakland is in a funk right now, Daunte Culpepper presented a hope, Lamont Jordan was the anchor, neither of them are doing squat!  Chicago has undergone its own makeover and it looks like Griese is up to the task.  The Bears running game is still very disappointing, but against the horrendous Raiders run D it should be effective enough. oakland just is not showing me anything to get excited about and I think da Bears are going to roll on them, give the points!  *Fantasy Impact:  Like I said, Cedrick Benson should fins some running room, enough to at least have in a flex position.  Griese should be hooking up with Greg Olsen all day and I’m sure Mohammad will get his fair share.  The Bears D is banged up right now and it is plausible that Justin Fargas will have a decent day.

Dallas -1.5   49
NY Giants

This is by far the matchup of the week.  The Giants are back to playoff form and the Cowboys have put themselves back in the limelight.   The Giants have won 6 straight games including that very unamerican and unneccessary trip to London. (what crap)  Anyways they are fresh off a bye week and looking good.  Brandon Jacobs is healthy and Eli and Plaxico are regular hookups each week, life is about as good as it could be in NY.  The Cowboys are turning it up again and stating a case for NFC supremecy, Romo just can’t be stopped, and TO is always open.  The Boys have also developed an efficient run game between Jones and Barber that was spotlighted against the Philly D last week.  This is a tough matchup to call, but in cases like this its always wise to take the home team, so there I said it.  Giants and the points!  *Fantasy Impact:  I think this will definantly be a shootout both in the air and on the ground, if you got’em start’em.  Everyone should eat big!

Detroit
Arizona -1   45

Detroit is making everyone believe and its good for football to have a mediocore team rise up and smack around traditionally good teams.  Kitna is a stud, hes taking what hes got to work with and goes out and gets it done.  Arizona is hoping that Kurt Warner can stay healthy because really he is all they have as far as a leader goes.  Edggerin should get plenty of touches against a Detroit run D that gets no respect and hopefully Boldin can get in the groove this week, his numbers have not been up to par lately.  Detroit is on the war path and AZ is just trying to survive, I see no reason why Detroit doesn’t win this game.  Take the 1 point, its meaningless but there won’t be a moneyline with the spread that low.  *Fantasy Impact:  I like all the Detroit players to produce except for Kevin Jones.  Boldin should produce as well as Fitzgerald.  Edge might not fair as well as expected.  Detroit D is a MUST START, they have been averagin 17 points a game in the last 3 games.
SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

Indianapolis -3.5   49
San Diego

San Diego is coming off a hard loss to Minnesota and the Chargers are obviously struggling to get back to previous form.  They will have their plates full with Indy who themselves are reeling from their first loss of the season at home at the hands of the hated Patriots.  If San Diego can get their S**T together I think that it will be close, but right now I just don’t see it happening, they got run over by a rookie, imagine what Addai is going to do to them. Plus the Charger secondary is not making the plays neccessary to make Peyton think twice.  This is going to be a blowout, take Indy give the points, and I like over the total.  *Fantasy Impact:  I want to say that LT will have a good day, but this far into the season he is making me nervous, Bob Sanders is going to have a field day and all the INDY offense will produce.  Antonio Gates should be money this week even after his disappointing showing last week, and Chargers D will get lit up, sit them on the pine.

MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL

San Francisco
Seattle -10   39.5

WHOO!!! -10 points!!!! are you kidding me, this is almost an invitation to jump on San Fran and maybe thats what the bookies want you to do, seeing as how San Fran is just not good at all.  Seattle on Monday Night Football is always a good bet, but when you consider the play calling out of big fat stupid Holmgren its hard to keep the faith.  San Fran is accepting the fact that this just isn’t their year, they had alot of potential at the beginning of the year, but injuries have crippled that teams spirit and returned them to their 3rd tier team status.  Seattle has the talent to cover and I think they will get it done on MNF.  Take Seattle give the points, San Fran is just that bad!!! *Fantasy Impact:  Bobby Engram is a must start, hes been putting up consistent numbers since getting the starting position, not sure if Deion Branch is going to be ready to come back to keep your eye on him.  Alexander is pretty much a coin toss, you cannot count on him.  Seattle D will be a huge contributer to your fantasy team this week.  Not sure why anyone would still have any San Fran players on there rosters so I’ll just leave it at that.

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NFL Week 10 Betting Odds and Fantasy Football Commentary

Quarterbacks:

1 Tom Brady Patriots @IND
2 Peyton Manning Colts NE
3 Derek Anderson Browns SEA
4 Tony Romo Cowboys @PHI
5 Drew Brees Saints JAC
6 Matt Hasselbeck Seahawks @CLE
7 Ben Roethlisberger Steelers BAL
8 Carson Palmer Bengals @BUF
9 Brett Favre Packers @KC
10 Philip Rivers Chargers @MIN
11 Jay Cutler Broncos @DET
12 Donovan McNabb Eagles DAL
13 Jeff Garcia Buccaneers ARI
14 Jon Kitna Lions DEN
15 Kurt Warner Cardinals @TB
16 Damon Huard Chiefs GB
17 Jason Campbell Redskins @NYJ
18 Daunte Culpepper Raiders HOU
19 Steve McNair Ravens @PIT
20 J.P. Losman Bills CIN
21 Kellen Clemens Jets WAS
22 Sage Rosenfels Texans @OAK
23 Alex D. Smith 49ers @ATL
24 Joey Harrington Falcons SF
25 Vince Young Titans CAR
26 David Carr Panthers @TEN
27 Quinn Gray Buccaneers ARI
28 Brooks Bollinger Vikings SD

Dereck Anderson is earning my respect more and more each week, he’s pretty high this week, but I don’t expect him to have any kinda break out game against the Seattle D.  Sage Rosenfels will not be your knight in shining armor if you replaced Schaub for him.  Vince Young who I had been hyping up is making me look bad and for that I shun him!!!  I think Dree Brees will get pummeled by JAX D.  My sleeper QB this week is JP Losman against the horrible Cincy secondary.

Running Backs:

1 LaDainian Tomlinson Chargers @MIN
2 Joseph Addai Colts NE
3 Adrian Peterson Vikings SD
4 Kevin Jones Lions DEN
5 Marshawn Lynch Bills CIN
6 Brian Westbrook Eagles DAL
7 LenDale White Titans CAR
8 Edgerrin James Cardinals @TB
9 Larry Johnson Chiefs GB
10 Willie Parker Steelers BAL
11 Willis McGahee Ravens @PIT
12 Reggie Bush Saints JAC
13 Laurence Maroney Patriots @IND
14 Marion Barber III Cowboys @PHI
15 Clinton Portis Redskins @NYJ
16 Kenny Watson Bengals @BUF
17 Maurice Jones-Drew Jaguars @NO
18 Earnest Graham Buccaneers ARI
19 Frank Gore 49ers @ATL
20 Thomas Jones Jets WAS
21 Shaun Alexander Seahawks @CLE
22 Jamal Lewis Browns SEA
23 Ryan Grant Packers @KC
24 Fred Taylor Jaguars @NO
25 Selvin Young Broncos @DET
26 Jerious Norwood Falcons SF
27 DeShaun Foster Panthers @TEN
28 Travis Henry Broncos @DET
29 Julius Jones Cowboys @PHI
30 Kenton Keith Colts NE
31 LaMont Jordan Raiders HOU
32 Chris Henry Titans CAR
33 Justin Fargas Raiders HOU
34 Ahman Green Texans @OAK
35 Ron Dayne Texans @OAK
36 DeAngelo Williams Panthers @TEN
37 Warrick Dunn Falcons SF
38 Chester Taylor Vikings SD
39 Leon Washington Jets WAS
40 Jason Wright Browns SEA
41 Adimchinobi Echemandu  Texans @OAK
42 Michael Turner Chargers @MIN
43 Michael Bennett Buccaneers ARI
44 Kevin Faulk Patriots @IND
45 Pierre Thomas Saints JAC
46 Leonard Weaver Seahawks @CLE
47 Najeh Davenport Steelers BAL
48 Ladell Betts Redskins @NYJ
49 Correll Buckhalter Eagles DAL
50 T.J. Duckett Lions DEN

Every week LT is ranked #1 and I think this is more about habit rather than the matchup.  Minnesota has a tough run defense and it seemed like Houston even stopped LT, it makes me nervous thats all.  Kevin Jones and Marshawn Lynch should have great games against subpar run defenses.  Lendale White should be in the endzone all day.  I like Maurice Jones-Who? this week, but more for his receiving and less for his running.

Wide Receivers:

1 Braylon Edwards Browns SEA
2 T.J. Houshmandzadeh Bengals @BUF
3 Reggie Wayne Colts NE
4 Randy Moss Patriots @IND
5 Terrell Owens Cowboys @PHI
6 Anquan Boldin Cardinals @TB
7 Wes Welker Patriots @IND
8 Hines Ward Steelers BAL
9 Steve Smith Panthers @TEN
10 Donald Driver Packers @KC
11 Chad Johnson Bengals @BUF
12 Lee Evans Bills CIN
13 Marques Colston Saints JAC
14 Roddy White Falcons SF
15 Kevin Curtis Eagles DAL
16 Larry Fitzgerald Cardinals @TB
17 Jerricho Cotchery Jets WAS
18 Greg Jennings Packers @KC
19 Roy Williams Lions DEN
20 Joey Galloway Buccaneers ARI
21 Brandon Marshall Broncos @DET
22 Marvin Harrison Colts NE
23 Santonio Holmes Steelers BAL
24 Deion Branch Seahawks @CLE
25 Derrick Mason Ravens @PIT
26 Dwayne Bowe Chiefs GB
27 Donte’ Stallworth Patriots @IND
28 Calvin Johnson Lions DEN
29 Kevin Walter Texans @OAK
30 Ike Hilliard Buccaneers ARI
31 Bobby Engram Seahawks @CLE
32 Reggie Brown Eagles DAL
33 Chris Chambers Chargers @MIN
34 Ronald Curry Raiders HOU
35 Brandon Stokley Broncos @DET
36 Arnaz Battle 49ers @ATL
37 D.J. Hackett Seahawks @CLE
38 Jerry Porter Raiders HOU
39 Shaun McDonald Lions DEN
40 Andre Davis Texans @OAK
41 James Jones Packers @KC
42 David Patten Saints JAC
43 Vincent Jackson Chargers @MIN
44 Santana Moss Redskins @NYJ
45 Anthony Gonzalez Colts NE
46 Roydell Williams Titans CAR
47 Joe Jurevicius Browns SEA
48 Devery Henderson Saints JAC
49 Mike Furrey Lions DEN
50 Antwaan Randle El Redskins @NYJ

Will Braylon Edwards really have a big day against the Seattle secondary? Just ask yourself that question and then go ahead and start him and be very disappointed.  I think Boldin will come back huge this week against Tampa as long as Kurt Warner holds up his end of the deal.  I think Hines will have alot better day than his ranking lets on.  Also look for Lee Evans to reconnect with Losman and put up something like last years numbers.  I would stay away from Steve Smiff, him and Ol’ Vinny don’t have the same magic as Smiff and Delhomme.

Tight Ends:

1 Antonio Gates Chargers @MIN
2 Jason Witten Cowboys @PHI
3 Kellen Winslow Browns SEA
4 Tony Gonzalez Chiefs GB
5 Dallas Clark Colts NE
6 Chris Cooley Redskins @NYJ
7 Todd Heap Ravens @PIT
8 Heath Miller Steelers BAL
9 Jeff King Panthers @TEN
10 Donald Lee Packers @KC
11 Vernon Davis 49ers @ATL
12 Eric Johnson Saints JAC
13 Kyle Brady Patriots @IND
14 Bo Scaife Titans CAR
15 Jeb Putzier Texans @OAK
16 Zach Miller Raiders HOU
17 Marcedes Lewis Jaguars @NO
18 Robert Royal Bills CIN
19 John Madsen Raiders HOU
20 Tony Scheffler Broncos @DET
21 Will Heller Seahawks @CLE
22 Visanthe Shiancoe Vikings SD
23 L.J. Smith Eagles DAL
24 Matt Spaeth Steelers BAL
25 Jerramy Stevens Buccaneers ARI
26 Chris Baker Jets WAS
27 Leonard Pope Cardinals @TB
28 Sean McHugh Lions DEN

Marcedes Lewis is my sleeper pick this week, Gray doesn’t have the stones to throw deep yet and this seems like a perfect opportunity to exploit the shaky NO defense.  Tony Gonzalez is over rated and over the hill.  Gates and Witten will eat all day long, its really not fair.

Kickers:

1 Stephen Gostkowski Patriots @IND
2 Adam Vinatieri Colts NE
3 Rob Bironas Titans CAR
4 Nick Folk Cowboys @PHI
5 Jeff Reed Steelers BAL
6 Nate Kaeding Chargers @MIN
7 David Akers Eagles DAL
8 Phil Dawson Browns SEA
9 Rian Lindell Bills CIN
10 Sebastian Janikowski Raiders HOU
11 Jason Hanson Lions DEN
12 Matt Stover Ravens @PIT
13 Josh Brown Seahawks @CLE
14 Shayne Graham Bengals @BUF
15 Mason Crosby Packers @KC
16 Kris Brown Texans @OAK
17 Jason Elam Broncos @DET
18 John Kasay Panthers @TEN
19 Shaun Suisham Redskins @NYJ
20 Olindo Mare Saints JAC
21 Neil Rackers Cardinals @TB
22 Joe Nedney 49ers @ATL
23 Matt Bryant Buccaneers ARI
24 Ryan Longwell Vikings SD
25 Morten Andersen Falcons SF
26 John Carney Jaguars @NO
27 Mike Nugent Jets WAS
28 Dave Rayner Chiefs GB

Morten Anderson should have a big day seeing as how hes the most solid offensive player they have in ATL.  Kris Brown should also see alot of work.  Other than that, a kicker is just a kicker.

Defenses:

1 San Diego Chargers @MIN
2 Tennessee Titans CAR
3 Pittsburgh Steelers BAL
4 Green Bay Packers @KC
5 Oakland Raiders HOU
6 Baltimore Ravens @PIT
7 Jacksonville Jaguars @NO
8 New Orleans Saints JAC
9 Tampa Bay Buccaneers ARI
10 Detroit Lions DEN
11 Kansas City Chiefs GB
12 Seattle Seahawks @CLE
13 Buffalo Bills CIN
14 Dallas Cowboys @PHI
15 Washington Redskins @NYJ
16 Carolina Panthers @TEN
17 Atlanta Falcons SF
18 Philadelphia Eagles DAL
19 New England Patriots @IND
20 Arizona Cardinals @TB
21 New York. Jets WAS
22 Cleveland Browns SEA
23 Cincinnati Bengals @BUF
24 Denver Broncos @DET
25 Minnesota Vikings SD
26 Indianapolis Colts NE
27 Houston Texans @OAK
28 San Francisco 49ers @ATL

Just because San Diego D had a huge game last week doesn’t mean they are the best this week.  Oakland is waay too high on the list, their run defense is just awful.  I think Philly will step it up this week, but that could just be because I don’t like Dallas.  Other than that I really think that Houston D is not getting enough respect and should be considered if your in a pinch. 

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