Notes: McNabb has been up and down this season, but he has looked like his old self over the past two weeks. Following a monster performance in Week13 against the Cardinals, McNabb led the Eagles to an impressive victory on the road against the stout Giants defense in Week 14, throwing for 191 yards and 1 TD. Although his receiving corps isn't stellar, McNabb has benefitted from the recent resurgence of Brian Westbrook, and the Eagles will be fighting for a playoff spot the rest of the season. If McNabb has spent much of the season on your bench, now is the time to start him, as the fantasy playoffs begin and the Eagles take on the floundering Browns, who gave up 28 points to the Titans last week, including two passing TDs.

Notes: Rodgers threw for 295 yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT against the Texans in Week 14, making it his fourth straight multi-TD game. The Packers are all but eliminated from the playoff picture, but the team's struggles have not been Rodgers' fault. He has emerged as a legitimate fantasy starter with some nice receiving targets around him in Greg Jennings, Donald Driver, and Donald Lee. In Week 15 he'll take on the Jaguars, who have surrendered 21 passing TDs this season, tied for third-worst in the league. Start Rodgers with confidence this week and, if you're in a keeper league, give some thought to holding on to him for next season too.

Notes: Stewart posted his second 100-yard game of the season in Week 14, as he rushed for 115 yard and 2 TDs on 15 carries against the Bucs. His backfield counterpart, DeAngelo Williams, is still getting the bulk of the carries in the Panthers' offense, but Stewart is making the most of his opportunities, as the rookie back now has 696 yards and 8 TDs on the season. Carolina is in the hunt for the #1 seed in the NFC playoffs, and they'll likely rely heavily on both backs down the stretch. In Week 15, Stewart is a solid No. 2 or 'flex' option against the Broncos, who rank 26th in the league against the run.

Notes: Jones rushed for only 56 yards on 10 carries in Week 14 against the 49ers, but he did find the end zone for the seventh straight game. Jones now has 1,114 rushing yards on the season to go along with 14 total TDs, after scoring only twice all of last season. Jones has been a work horse for fantasy owners this year and has put up fewer than 60 all-purpose yards only once this season. Owners should ride Jones throughout the fantasy playoffs, beginning with his Week 15 matchup against Buffalo.

Notes: Bryant had a career game in Week 14 against the Panthers, as he pulled in 9 receptions for 200 yards and 2 TDs. It was his second straight game with a score. Although the Bucs' passing offense is hardly explosive and Bryant's production has been somewhat sporadic this season, he has some favorable matchups coming up, beginning with his Week 14 game against the 23rd ranked passing defense of the Falcons. As a No. 2 WR or 'flex' option, Bryant should be a nice starting option for owners in the fantasy playoffs.

Notes: Branch had his best game of the season in Week 14, as he caught 5 passes for 88 yards and 2 TDs against the Patriots. This season has been a nightmare for the Seahawks' receiving corps, but Branch finally seems to be healthy and productive. Even with Seneca Wallace starting for Matt Hasselbeck, Branch can make an impact for owners in the final stretch of the fantasy season. In Week 15 the Seahawks take on the Rams, who rank 24th against the pass and have the second-worst scoring defense in the league, allowing 30.3 points per game.

Notes: Lee caught a TD for the second straight week, as he totaled 46 yards on 3 receptions in Week 14 against the Texans. Although he has only two games with more than 40 yards this year, Lee has established himself as a consistent red zone target for Aaron Rodgers, and has 5 TDs on the season. Lee has a favorable matchup this week against the Jaguars, and he's worth taking a chance on for fantasy owners who don't have a clear No. 1 TE option in the playoffs.

Notes: Rhodes put up 43 all-purpose yards and 1 TD on 13 touches in Week 14 against the Bengals. Although Joseph Addai is the clear No. 1 back in Indy, Rhodes has been getting enough touches recently to make him a legitimate sleeper candidate. This week the Colts face the winless Lions, who are giving up a league-worst 31.8 points per game this season. Don't be surprised if the Colts, in the thick of the playoff hunt, pull out to a big enough lead to rest some of their starters late in the game. That could mean even more touches for Rhodes.

Notes: Against the tough Ravens defense in Week 14, Betts had only 3 rushing yards on 6 carries, but he totaled 57 receiving yard on 3 catches. Betts saw more action than usual, as Clinton Portis struggled with injuries throughout the game. Although Portis is slotted to start again this week, don't be surprised if Betts sees an increased workload against the 23rd ranked rushing defense of the Bengals. Cincinnati is giving up 125.8 yards per game on the ground, and the Redskins would likely rest Portis if they have a lead in the second half. Betts is a risky start, but he might have a big payoff.

Notes: Ryan had his fifth multi-TD game of the season in Week 13, as he threw for 207 yards, 2 TDs, and no INTs against the Chargers. As the fantasy playoffs near, Ryan is a nice option for owners down the stretch. He has some favorable matchups coming up, and all four of Atlanta’s December games will be played indoors. In Week 14, Ryan and the Falcons face the Saints, who rank 24th in the league against the pass and are giving up 25.1 points per game. This one could turn into a shootout, and Ryan could easily put up 2 or 3 TDs before it’s over.

Notes: Cassel faced the league’s best defense in Week 13 and struggled mightily, throwing for only 169 yards to go along with 2 INTs and 2 fumbles against the Steelers. This was definitely Cassel’s worst performance of the season; however, his previous two outings were by far his best, as he threw for a combined 815 yards and 6 TDs. This week he’ll have a chance to prove that his game against the Steelers was an unfortunate fluke, as he goes up against the league’s worst passing defense in Seattle. The Seahawks were torched by Tony Romo for 331 yards and 3 TDs on Thanksgiving Day. Expect Cassel to put up similar numbers.

Notes: In Week 12 against the Raiders, Johnson scored his first touchdown since Week 4, as he rushed for 92 yards on 24 carries. Although he has been a huge disappointment to fantasy owners for much of the season, Johnson has had three decent outings in a row and could be a reliable option to close out the year. This week he faces the 28th ranked rushing defense of the Broncos. Johnson’s last game against Denver was the best of his season, as he rushed for 198 yards and 2 TDs.

Notes: After two straight games with over 100 all purpose yards, Addai totaled only 57 rushing yards and 6 receiving yards in Week 13, as the entire Colts offense struggled in a slim victory over Cleveland. Much like everyone on Indy’s offense, Addai has been up and down all year, and it’s difficult to say whether he’ll show his No. 1 RB form from week to week. In Week 14, however, Addai seems like a safe bet as he and the Colts take on the Bengals, who are giving up 131.6 rushing yards and 25.8 points per game.

Notes: Against the Bears in Week 13, Berrian became only the 11th receiver in NFL history to catch a 99-yard TD pass, and he totaled 122 yards on 4 receptions for the game. This was Berrian’s first game in four starts in which he found the end zone and eclipsed 100 yards. Although he has his quiet games, Berrian is averaging an impressive 20.9 yards per catch and is clearly Gus Frerotte’s favorite deep target. In Week 14 he’ll face Detroit, whom he burned for 131 yards 1 TD on 5 receptions in Week 6.

Notes: Cotchery had an unexpectedly quiet day against the normally shaky Denver defense in Week 13, as he totaled only 40 yards on 4 receptions. Cotchery wasn’t the only Jet to struggle, as Brett Favre failed to throw a TD for the third time this season. Consider this an off week for Cotchery and the Jets passing game, and look for them to bounce back in Week 14 when they travel to San Francisco. The 49ers are allowing 239.8 passing yards and 26.1 points per game this season.

Notes: Scheffler had his highest reception total of the season in Week 13, as he pulled in 7 catches for 90 yards against the Jets. Although he has struggled due to injuries this year and hasn’t scored since Week 2, Scheffler appears to now be healthy and looks to play a key role in the Broncos passing offense in the final month of the season. Scheffler has a good matchup this week against the 25th ranked passing defense of the Chiefs, and he may very well break his TD drought.

Notes: Starting in place of Plaxico Burress in Week 13, Hixon caught 5 receptions for 71 yards against a tough Redskins defense, and he has 11 catches for 128 yards over the past two weeks. With Burress unlikely to return soon, if at all, Hixon is slated to start opposite Amani Toomer for the foreseeable future. Although Eli Manning likes to spread the ball around in the Giants’ offense, Hixon is now the team’s most viable deep threat, and he has a nice average of 14.3 yards per catch. Hixon is worth picking up off of waivers as a flier or sleeper option in fantasy playoffs, especially for owners who had Burress on their rosters. He has some tough matchups ahead, beginning with a Week 14 game against the Eagles, but with Manning’s steady play and a solid running game to draw the attention of opposing defenses, Hixon could very well find the end zone several times in the season’s final month.

Notes: Thomas scored for the third straight game, and he racked up 54 all-purpose yards on 12 touches against the Bucs in Week 13. Thomas is averaging almost 95 all-purpose yards per game over his past four games, and with Reggie Bush struggling to come back from injury and Deuce McAllister facing a possible league suspension, Thomas is likely to continue seeing significant playing time in the Saints’ offense. In Week 14 the Saints face the Falcons, who are giving up 116.7 yards per game on the ground. Expect Thomas to get his share of touches this Sunday, including a few goal-line carries.

Notes: Thigpen has advanced from fantasy sleeper to full-blown starter in just a few weeks. In a Week 12 loss to the Bills, Thigpen threw for 240 yards and 3 TDs, although he did hurt his fantasy numbers a bit with 2 INTs and a fumble. The turnovers are a concern, but he has 11 TDs in his last five starts, and even against a fairly good Raiders passing defense, he should be a solid start in Week 13.

Notes: Pennington threw for 341 yards and 3 TDs in Week 12 against the Patriots, both season highs. Although Pennington lost WR Greg Camarillo for the season, the Miami offense still has enough talent and innovative play-calling to put up points each week. This Sunday Pennington has a favorable matchup against the Rams, who rank second-to-last in scoring defense, allowing 31.3 points per game.

Notes: Jones had another solid performance in Week 12, with 96 yards on 27 carries against the Cardinals, as well as 3 receptions for 21 yards and a TD. He has scored in five straight games and now has 11 total TDs on the season. With the Jets offense looking confident and efficient, Jones is a must-start RB in all leagues. In Week 13 he’ll be at home against Denver, whose 27th ranked rushing defense has surrendered 15 rushing TDs so far this season.

Notes: After totaling 101 yards and 1 TD on 19 carries against the Falcons in Week 12, Williams now has four straight games with at least 100 yards. He’s also on a five-game streak with at least one rushing or receiving TD. His fantasy value is somewhat mitigated by his sharing a backfield with Jonathan Stewart, but Williams still makes the most of the touches he’s given and is having a solid fantasy season. This week the Panthers take on the Packers, who rank 26th in rushing defense and are giving up 142.9 yards per game on the ground.

Notes: Moore had his second-straight game with over 100 yards receiving in Week 12, as he put up 115 yards on 5 catches against the Packers on Monday Night. He also scored 2 TDs, making it the fourth straight game in which he has found the end zone. Few WRs have been hotter than Moore over the last month, and playing with Drew Brees makes him a threat to score every week. Moore faces a tough Tampa Bay defense in Week 13, but he should still been active in most lineups.

Notes: After several disappointing weeks, Evans returned to form in Week 12 against the Chiefs, with 5 catches for 110 yards. Although he failed to find the end zone for the fifth game in a row, Evans seemed to be back in a rhythm with QB Trent Edwards, as the Bills put up a season high 54 points. This week, Buffalo is at home against San Francisco, whose 29th ranked passing defense has given up 18 TDs through the air this season.

Notes: Keller has emerged as a top fantasy TE over his past three games, as he has 20 receptions for 306 yards and 1 TD over that span. Brett Favre clearly has confidence in the Jets’ rookie TE, and Keller should continue to see plenty of targets and red zone opportunities in the coming weeks. Against the 25th ranked passing defense of the Broncos in Week 13, Keller is a must start.

Notes: In Week 12 against the undefeated Titans, Washington put up an impressive 82 yards and 2 TDs on only 10 carries, including a 61-yard TD run. The Jets are riding a five game winning streak and have scored at least 34 points in each of the past three weeks. Although Washington will not see the bulk of carries behind Thomas Jones, he still has fantasy value, as he is used often on third downs and in passing situations. Against the weak Broncos defense in Week 13, Washington once again has a good chance of breaking some big plays

Notes: Breaston had another solid performance in Week 12 against the Giants, with 6 receptions for 86 yards, although he failed to score a TD for the fifth game in a row.. He loses a ton of targets to Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin, but Breaston still has fantasy value as the No. 3 receiver in one of the NFL’s most prolific passing offenses. The Cardinals line up with 3 or 4 receivers on most plays, and Kurt Warner has attempted fewer than 30 passes only once this season. Even against the 5th ranked passing defense of the Eagles on Thanksgiving night, Breaston is worth a look as a No. 3 WR or flex starter.

Notes: Yes, it needs to be said: start Peyton Manning. A month ago, fantasy owners who spent 1st round picks on Manning were second-guessing themselves and hunting the waiver wires for QBs to fill in for Peyton when he faced the league’s tougher defenses. Since then, Manning has regained his MVP form, including a 320 yard 2 TD outing in Week 11 against the Texans. Over his last three games, Manning has 5 TDs and no INTs, and he’s once again a must-start for the remainder of the fantasy season, beginning with his Week 12 matchup against the 32nd ranked passing defense of the Chargers.

Notes: Cassel had a career game in Week 11 against an impressive New York Jets defense, throwing for 400 yards and 3 TDs, while adding 62 yards on the ground. Although the Patriots lost in overtime, Cassel proved that he could lead an aerial attack almost as effectively as Tom Brady, and he should be considered a solid starter for fantasy owners down the season’s stretch run. In Week 12, Cassel and the Patriots take on the Dolphins in Miami.

Notes: In just his second start since Week 3, Parker looked like his old reliable self last Sunday against the Chargers, as he ran for 115 yards on 25 carries. Although he didn’t find the end zone in what turned out to be a low-scoring game in sloppy conditions, Parker proved that he is definitely back and ready to carry the load for the Steelers, and fantasy owners. Consider him a must-start in Week 12 against the Bengals, who are giving up 131.1 yards per game on the ground.

Notes: Slaton was impressive in a Week 11 loss to the Colts, as the rookie ran for 156 yards and 1 TD on 14 carries. His numbers would have been even better if he hadn’t lost goal line touches to Ahman Green, who scored 2 TDs on rushes inside the five; but Slaton has clearly established himself as the Texans’ back of the future. Expect Slaton to see more carries and put up more solid games in the coming weeks, especially this Sunday against the Browns’ 28th ranked rushing defense.

Notes: Moss has had two poor outings in a row, with just 43 yards and 7 receptions combined against the Steelers and Cowboys, as Jason Campbell and the entire Redskins passing game struggled. On the season, however, Moss still has 703 yards and 5 TDs, and his Week 12 matchup is much more favorable than the past two weeks. He and the Redskins travel to Seattle this Sunday to take on the Seahawks, whose passing defense ranks 31st in the league.

Notes: For the first time in four weeks, Jennings found the end zone last Sunday against the Bears, as he totaled 64 yards on 5 receptions. Jennings has been quiet in fantasy over the past month or so, but Aaron Rodgers seems to be almost fully recovered from a shoulder injury he suffered earlier in the season, and the Packers passing game should be on the upswing as they battle for a playoff spot in the season’s final weeks. This week Green Bay plays New Orleans, who are giving up an average of 235.2 passing yards per game and have surrendered 16 passing TDs so far this year.

Notes: Without Tom Brady under center, Watson has had limited value as a fantasy TE this season. However, in Week 11 Watson benefited from a career game by Matt Cassel, pulling in 8 catches for 88 yards and 1 TD against the Jets. Whether Watson can repeat those numbers from week to week down the stretch remains to be seen, but fantasy owners still looking to upgrade their TE slot for the playoffs should take a shot on Watson.

Notes: Over the past two weeks, Collins proved that the Titans passing offense is be respected, as he threw for a combined 511 yards, 5 TDs, and 1 INT against the Bears and Jaguars. Although the undefeated Titans prefer to run first, they've shown that they're not afraid to win games by relying on Collins. This week, the Titans take on the Jets, who rank 4th against the rush but 28th against the pass and last week surrendered 400 yards and 3 TDs to Matt Cassel.

Notes: Hillis was a popular waiver wire acquisition last week, as injuries forced him into the role of Denver's featured back. Although he had only 44 yards on 10 carries against the Falcons, Hillis did score 2 TDs and added 26 receiving yards on three catches. Even if Selvin Young plays this week, Hillis is likely to see a fair share of touches in Week 12 against the Raiders, who rank 30th in the league against the run and are giving up 164.5 rushing yards per game. If he's still on the wires in your league, pick him up and give him a shot this week.

Notes: Despite throwing for just 194 yards against the Giants in Week 10, McNabb threw 3 TDs and added 35 yards on the ground against one of the league’s best defenses. McNabb has put up solid fantasy numbers this season, throwing for more than 250 yards six times and multiple TDs four times. In Week 11 he and the Eagles will face the Bengals, who have given up 13 passing TDs this season and are surrendering 26.2 points per game.

Notes: For the third game in a row Ryan threw for 2 TDs, as he led the Falcons to another victory in Week 10 against the Saints, and he now has 11 TDs on the season to only 5 INTs. Ryan continues to prove himself to Falcons fans and fantasy owners alike. In Week 11 he’ll take on the Broncos, who have allowed 242.8 passing yards and 27.9 points per game so far this season.

Notes: Following a 109 yard, 1 TD outing against the Rams in Week 9, the Cardinals’ rookie RB had a quiet game on Monday Night in Week 10 against the 49ers, rushing for only 22 yards. He did add 28 receiving yards on 6 catches, however, and he has 7 TDs through nine games this season. Although the Cardinals remain a throw-first team, Hightower will get his share of touches each game, and he always has the chance to see some carries near the goal line. In Week 11 the Cardinals face a weak Seahawks team that is giving up 119.9 yards on the ground per game.

Notes: Against the staunch Titans defense in Week 10, Forte put up impressive numbers with 126 all-purpose yards and 1 receiving TD. Without Kyle Orton to direct the passing game, Forte has clearly become the focal point of the Bears offense and will remain so for the next few weeks. Expect him to have a good day on the ground in Week 11 against the Packers’ 28th ranked rushing defense, and he should also get a few receptions out of the backfield.

Notes: Royal had a huge game in Week 10 against the Browns, totaling 164 yards and 1 TD on 6 receptions. It was his second straight game with a TD and his sixth game of the season with 5 or more catches. Although his counterpart, Brandon Marshall, gets most of the attention in the Broncos’ receiving corps, Royal has quietly put together a solid season and currently ranks 7th in the league in receptions and 10th in receiving yards. In Week 11 Denver faces the 22nd ranked passing defense of Atlanta.

Notes: Welker put up his best numbers of the season in Week 10 against the Bills, with 10 receptions for 107 yards. Although he still has only 1 TD on the season, Welker is second in the league in receptions with 66 and has not had fewer than 6 catches in any game this season. He’s a great start in PPR leagues and a solid option in all formats in Week 11, when the Patriots take on the Jets, who have allowed 223.4 passing yards per game and 11 passing TDs this season.

Notes: Boss led the Giants in receiving in Week 10, with 6 receptions for 68 yards against a tough Eagles defense. He also scored a TD for the third straight game and is establishing himself as one of Eli Manning’s go-to receivers, especially in the red zone. He has a difficult matchup in Week 11 against the 2nd ranked defense of the Ravens, but Boss should see his share of targets as Manning’s safety valve against Baltimore’s blitz-heavy schemes.

Notes: Jenkins had 6 receptions for 72 yards in the Falcons’ Week 10 win over the Saints, and he now has four straight games with over 50 yards. Although Roddy White is the No. 1 receiving option in Atlanta, Jenkins has increased his productivity over the past few weeks as Matt Ryan has emerged as one of the better starting QBs in the league. The Falcons take on the 28th ranked passing defense of the Broncos in Week 11, and Jenkins will likely be in for a big game as Ryan tries to stretch the field. Look for Jenkins to be targeted on a few deep balls and possibly find the end zone this Sunday.

Notes: Kansas City may finally have found a legitimate starter in Thigpen, who started the season as their third-string QB and last week against the Charger threw for 266 yards and 3 TDs. Thigpen also did not commit a turnover for the third straight game. Although the Chiefs’ season may be effectively over, Thigpen is still looking to prove that he can be their QB of the future, and throwing to Dwayne Bowe and Tony Gonzalez will certainly help him make his case. In Week 11 he’ll face the Saints, who rank 27th in passing defense and are giving up 25.4 points per game.

Notes: Delhomme threw for 248 yards and 2 TDs against Arizona in Week 8. Despite the heavy emphasis placed on the running game in Carolina's offense, Delhomme still has four multi-TD games over his past five games. This Sunday he'll face the Raiders, who last week gave up 220 yards and 2 TDs to rookie QB Matt Ryan on only 22 pass attempts.

Notes: In Week 8 against the Saints, Rivers threw for 341 yards, 3 TDs, and 1 INT, making it the third game this season in which he topped 300 yards and the fifth in which he threw for 3 TDs. Rivers has thrown more INTs than TDs in only one game this season, and this week will face a weak Chiefs defense that is giving up 27.9 points per game.

Notes: Jones put up 107 total yards and 1 TD in Week 9 against the Bills in what was his best receiving game of the season, with 6 receptions for 38 yards. He has now 5 TDs over his last four games and is establishing himself as one of the more reliable fantasy backs, with an average of 101 all-purpose yards per game over that four-game span. Jones has a great matchup in Week 10 against the Rams, who have allowed 12 rushing TDs this season and are surrendering 155.5 yards per game on the ground.

Notes: Carolina's backfield has been a source of frustration for many fantasy owners this season, as it's been difficult to predict from week to week whether Williams or rookie Jonathan Stewart will see the bulk of the touches for the Panthers. In Week 8 against the Cardinals, Williams had 19 total touches for 127 all-purpose yards and 1 TD, and he is averaging more than 16 touches per game on the season. Both backs are good options in Week 10 against the Raiders, who rank 30th in the league against the run, but expect Williams to continue to see a bit more action than his rookie counterpart.

Notes: White had a quiet game in Week 9, with only 5 receptions and 54 yards against the Raiders. In the five games prior to last Sunday, however, White averaged over 113 yards per game and scored 5 TDs. With Matt Ryan performing as well as any QB in the league right now, White is a must-start fantasy WR, especially this week against the Saints, who rank 25th in the league against the pass.

Notes: Bowe had his lowest reception total of the season in Week 9, with only 2 catches for 29 yards, although he hid score 1 TD. Despite working with three different QBs in Kansas City this season, Bowe has put together a solid fantasy season, including four games with over 80 yards. This week he and the Chiefs face the Chargers, who rank dead-last in passing defense with 265.1 yards allowed per game through the air.

Notes: Although the Titans are clearly a run-first team, Scaife has emerged as a viable fantasy TE this season and is averaging 4 catches and 43 yards per game. In a season with few standout TEs around the league, Scaife ranks as a legitimate starter in Week 10 against the Bears, who have given up 247.8 passing yards per game this year.

Notes: Hey, why not? If you're among the unfortunate fantasy owners who have suffered through a season of injuries to the likes of Brady, Romo, Palmer, Roethlisberger, Orton, Schaub, and others, you probably don't have much to lose at this point in the season when it comes to your QB slot. Odds are, Quinn is on the waiver wire in your league, and he does have what looks to be a favorable matchup this Thursday against the Broncos, who are giving up 243.2 yards per game through the air and 27.6 points per game. The Browns are gambling that the second year QB can jumpstart their offense, and many fantasy owners may be in the position to take that bet along with them.

Notes: If Quinn is too risky a gamble for you, you might try the slightly more proven commodity of Joe Flacco. The Ravens' rookie QB has shown great improvement over the first half of the season, and against the Browns in Week 9 he threw for 248 yards and 2 TDs. Last Sunday was also his third straight game with no INTs and at least 1 TD. This week the Ravens face the Texans, who have given up 12 passing TDs this season, and Flacco should be considered a viable bye-week replacement or spot-starter for this matchup.

Notes: Orton has 903 yards and 5 TDs in his last three games, and the Bears passing offense is now a legitimate threat with him under center. Coming off a Week 8 bye, Orton faces the 31t ranked passing defense of the Lions, who he scorched for 334 yards and 2 TDs in Week 5. At home with an extra week to prepare, expect a big game from Orton and the Bears offense.

Notes: Against the formidable Eagles defense in Week 8 Ryan performed well, throwing for 277 yards, 2 TDs, and 2 INTs. Ryan is becoming more confident with each start and developing a nice chemistry with Roddy White, who caught both of Ryan’s TD passes last Sunday. In Week 9 the Falcons face the Raiders, who are giving up 25.3 points per game.

Notes: Brown was held to just 43 yards on 14 carries in Week 8 against the Bills and failed to score for the second-straight game. Teams seem to have adjusted to Miami’s "Wildcat" formation, but the Dolphins offense is still finding ways to score, and Brown is still an important part of the offense. Brown has a great matchup in Week 9 against the Broncos, who rank 30th in the league against the run and are allowing 154.6 rushing yards and 27.9 points per game.

Notes: The Bucs lost a defensive struggle against the Cowboys in Week 8, and Graham totaled only 42 yards on 17 carries, with 22 receiving yards and 0 TDs. Look for Graham and the entire Bucs offense to bounce back against Kansas City, who rank dead-last in the league in rushing offense. The Chiefs are allowing an astounding 196.9 yards per game on the ground and have given up 14 rushing TDs in seven games.

Notes: Boldin returned in Week 8 from a two-game absence following a fractured sinus that required surgery, and he immediately reasserted his position as a top fantasy WR against the Panthers, with 9 receptions for 63 yards and 2 TDs, plus one carry for 30 yards. In Week 9 Boldin and the explosive Cardinals offense face off against the Rams, who rank 26th against the pass and 29th in scoring defense, allowing 28.7 points per game.

Notes: Johnson has gone over 130 yards receiving in each of his last four games, including 11 receptions for 143 yards against the Bengals in Week 8. Although he has only 2 TDs on the season, Johnson leads all NFL receivers in both receptions and yards this season. With the emergence of Matt Schaub as a top-tier QB, Johnson promises to put up big numbers every week, even against a solid Vikings defense that has given up only 6 TDs through the air this season.

Notes: Lewis has played a limited role in the Jaguars offense, but he does have 2 TDs on only 13 receptions this year. More importantly, the normally run-heavy Jags have relied more on their passing offense in the past few weeks, with David Garrard throwing for over 200 yards and at least 1 TD in each of the last four games. In Week 9 the Jaguars face the Bengals, who rank 8th in the league against the pass with only 191.1 yards allowed per game, but rank 30th in passing TDs allowed, with 13 on the season. Consider Lewis a solid start and a good bye week replacement this week, as he has a good chance of being targeted several times in the red zone. Don’t expect a lot of yards from him, but he could find the end zone in Cincinnati.

Notes: Pennington had another solid outing in Week 8 against the Bills, throwing for 314 yards and 1 TD. Over his past three games, Pennington is averaging 297.6 yards per game and has 4 TDs to 2 INTs. This Sunday he'll face a weak Denver defense that has surrendered 12 passing TDs this season and is giving up 27.9 points per game. Consider Pennington a great spot-starter with tons of sleeper potential.

Notes: Garcia didn't have a stellar game in Week 8 against the surprisingly tough Dallas defense, throwing for only 227 yards with 0 TDs. However, the previous week he put up solid numbers against a weak Seattle defense. Consider that a pattern for Garcia, who is worth using as a bye week or emergency starter against favorable matchups. This week the Bucs take on the Chiefs, who are surrendering 27.8 points per game. Expect Garcia to find the end zone a few times this Sunday.

Notes: Favre had his worst day as a Jet in Week 7, throwing for 197 yards, 0 TDs, and 2 INTs against Oakland. Although he usually adds a touchdown or two to go along with his interceptions, you have to expect a few games like this from the veteran gunslinger. Look for Favre to get back on track at home in Week 8 against the Chiefs, who are giving up 27.5 points per game.

Notes: He may not put up elite fantasy numbers, but Campbell has been a model of consistency this year, and still has not thrown an INT this season. In Week 8 he’ll face the 31st ranked passing defense of the Lions, who have already surrendered 11 TDs through the air this season. Consider Campbell a solid start and a great bye week replacement.

Notes: Although Lynch still has not topped 100 yards in any game this season, he is averaging about 84 all-purpose yards per start and has 5 TDs through six games. This week he’ll go up against the Dolphins, who gave up 152 all-purpose yards and 1 TD to Willis McGahee in Week 7.

Notes: Jones-Drew put up his best numbers of the season in Week 6 against the Broncos, rushing for 125 yards and 2 TDs on 22 carries. Although he loses some touches to Fred Taylor, Jones-Drew is definitely the Jaguars’ goal line back and has scored 5 TDs so far this year. Coming off a bye last week, he’ll face the Browns this Sunday, who are giving up 146.3 yards per game on the ground.

Notes: Evans now has a TD in three straight games, following his 89 yard, 1 TD performance against the Chargers in Week 7. The Bills offense isn’t always explosive, but Evans is definitely the primary receiving target, and he’s averaging nearly 22 yards per reception this season. Buffalo faces their division rival Miami in Week 8, whose defense ranks 27th in the league against the pass.

Notes: Bruce had an unimpressive performance in Week 7 against the Giants, with only 3 receptions for 47 yards. However, he has scored 4 TDs so far this season and is still the No. 1 receiver in Mike Martz’s offense, which is enough to make him a legitimate starter for most fantasy owners. In Week 8 the 49ers will face the Seahawks, who rank 29th against the pass and have given up 10 passing TDs this season.

Notes: Daniels found the end zone for the first time this season in Week 7, scoring twice and totaling 66 yards on 6 receptions against the Lions. The third-year TE has established himself as one of Matt Schaub’s favorite targets, and this Sunday he’ll face the lowly Bengals, who last week were scorched by the Steelers for 3 passing TDs.

Notes: McAllister has played a limited role in the Saints offense this season, but the recent injury to Reggie Bush has greatly increased his value as a fantasy RB. McAllister is averaging a solid 4.2 yards per rush and should be the featured back when the Saints take on the Chargers in London in Week 8. Consider him a solid bye week replacement or No. 2 RB this week, and a great waiver wire pickup if you can get him.

Notes: In his third game with the Bengals, Benson was given his first start and totaled 52 yards on 14 carries, plus one reception for 10 yards. Although he has yet to score this season and the Cincinnati offense ranks last in the league in scoring and total yards, Benson has a favorable matchup in Week 8 against the Texans, who are giving up 122 rushing yards per game and have surrendered 11 TDs on the ground this season. Owners who need a bye week replacement or flex option this week can likely grab Benson off of waivers and hope he can find the end zone for the first time as a Bengal.

Notes: In Week 5 Roethlisberger finally had the kind of day fantasy owners have been looking for from him all season, with 309 yards and 3 TDs against a solid Jaguars defense. Following a much-needed bye week, expect him to be healthier than he’s been since the start of the season when the Steelers face the winless Bengals in Week 7.

Notes: Schaub put up another solid fantasy performance against the Dolphins in Week 6, throwing for 379 yards and 1 TD to go along with a game-winning rushing TD. Houston’s offense has been impressive of late, and Schaub should have another big game in Week 7 against the 30th ranked passing defense of the Lions, who are giving up nearly 32 points per game.

Notes: Jones had a monster performance against the Bengals in Week 6, totaling 88 all-purpose yards and 3 TDs. With Brett Favre continuing to challenge defenses deep, Jones should find some big holes again this week when he faces the Raiders, who are surrendering an average of 115 rushing yards per game.

Notes: Against the Ravens in Week 5 Johnson had his worst game of the season, totaling only 44 yards on 18 carries. In his previous four outings, however, the Titans’ rookie RB averaged over 5 yards per carry and scored 3 TDs. The undefeated Titans are committed to winning with defense and a strong running game, which means that Johnson should continue to be a big part of their game plane in Week 7 against the Chiefs, who rank dead-last in the league against the run.

Notes: After an 84 yard, 1 TD outing against Seattle in Week 6, Jennings now has three straight games with at least 80 yards and a TD. Aaron Rodgers has clearly established a good rapport with Jennings, who is the Packers’ primary deep threat. Start him as No. 1 WR in Week 7 against the Colts, even though Indy has only given up one passing TD so far this season.

Notes: The Patriots’ offense has fallen well short of expectations with Matt Cassel at the helm, and Welker still has yet to find the end zone this season. He is, however, averaging more than 7 receptions per game. With that many touches, it’s only a matter of time before he breaks out for a game more reminiscent of last season’s performances, and his Week 7 matchup against the 32nd ranked passing defense of the Broncos looks like a good opportunity for Welker’s TD drought to end.

Notes: For what it’s worth, Miller is the best receiving option on a bad passing team and will continue to be a favorite target for JaMarcus Russell in the near future. You can’t expect him to put up stellar numbers, but few fantasy TEs are having great years, and Miller is worth a start in Week 7 against a Jets defense that is giving up nearly 240 yards per game through the air.

Notes: Many fantasy owners went into panic mode following the injury to Tony Romo at the end of the Cowboy’s Week 6 loss to Arizona. However, as a temporary solution, the Cowboys and fantasy owners could do worse than the 17-year veteran QB. Johnson is a reliable passer likely to make smart decisions, and he’ll still have some of the league’s most potent weapons around him, including newly-acquired WR Roy Williams, who should take some defensive pressure away from Terrell Owens. A Week 7 matchup against the Rams defense is a great way for Johnson to start his interim role filling in for Romo.

Notes: With Selvin Young sidelined in Week 6, Pittman put up an impressive 109 yard performance against a tough Jaguars defense. Even if Young is active for Denver’s Week 7 matchup against New England, Pittman should see the majority of touches and could be in for another big outing, as the Patriots are giving up nearly 120 yards per game on the ground.

Notes: With 1,084 passing yards and 6 TDs through his first five games, Campbell isn’t putting up elite fantasy numbers, but he hasn’t thrown an INT all season, and the Redskins’ QB looks more confident with each passing week. He also has some potent weapons around him in Santana Moss, Clinton Portis, and Chris Cooley. Campbell is a good start this week against the 28th ranked passing defense of the St. Louis Rams, and he could be a great bye week replacement for owners.

Notes: Orton had one of the best games of his career in Week 5, putting up 334 yards and 2 TDs against the Lions. He also has a combined 7 TDs in his last three games. With Matt Forte as a nice compliment on the ground, the Bears have opened up the passing game, and Orton is suddenly a viable fantasy option. Look for him to continue his success of the past few weeks against the 22nd ranked passing defense of the Falcons.

Notes: Although he started the season behind Rickey Williams on the Dolphins depth chart, Brown has come on strong in recent weeks with the implementation of Miami’s "Wildcat" formation. Following his stellar Week 3 performance against the Patriots, Brown put up big numbers against the Chargers in Week 5, rushing for 125 yards and 1 TD. He is a must-start this week, as the Dolphins face a Texans team surrendering an average of 139.8 yards and 2 TDs per game on the ground.

Notes: Jacobs proved in Week 5 that he is the undisputed #1 RB for the Giants, despite occasionally losing touches to Ahmad Bradshaw and Derrick Ward. Coming off a bye week, he ran for 136 yards and 2 TDs on only 15 carries. Jacobs should be fresh and looking for another big game in Week 6 against a suspect Cleveland Browns defense that is ranked 22nd in the league against the run.

Notes: Cotchery has yet to go over 100 yards in a game this season, but he has 3 TDs through his first four games and is always a deep threat with Brett Favre under center for the Jets. This week Cotchery goes up against a Bengals secondary that gave up 3 TDs to the Cowboys in Week 5, including a 57-yard score to Terrell Owens. Favre will likely challenge Cincinnati deep throughout the game, and Cotchery could find the end zone again this week.

Notes: In his first four games, Moss put up 421 yards and 3 TDs, making him one of the top fantasy WRs in the season’s first month. Then, Moss was strangely absent from the box score in Week 5 against the Eagles, with no touches at all. Consider that game an anomaly, and feel safe to start him in Week 6 against a Rams passing defense that has given up 8 TDs through the air in its first four games

Notes: Jones rushed for only 61 yards in Week 5 against the Giants, but in his previous two games he had a combined 267 yards and 2 TDs. With the Seahawks passing game continuing to struggle, Jones will be expected to carry much of the load for Seattle. This week he’ll face a Packers defense that is giving up 161.4 yards per game. Consider Jones a solid start, with a good chance to find the end zone at home against Green Bay.

Notes: After a 101 yard, 1 TD opening day performance, Jones has failed to top 70 yards or find the end zone in his past three games. His numbers have suffered somewhat because of New York’s tendency to rely more heavily upon the passing game with Brett Favre at quarterback. In Week 6, however, the Jets will play at home against the Bengals, who rank 29th in the league against the run and are allowing 171.0 rushing yards per game.

Notes: Orton had a surprisingly solid outing against the tough Eagles defense in Week 4, throwing for 199 yards and a career-high 3 TDs, although he also threw 2 INTs and lost 2 fumbles in the game. Orton looks like a typical Bears QB this year-moments of greatness followed by terrible mistakes-but he has a favorable matchup against Detroit in Week 5 and could be used as a nice bye week replacement. The Lions have allowed 113 points in only three games this season.

Notes: Through his first three games, Manning has thrown 4 TDs and just 1 INT. Coming off their bye week, Manning and the Giants face a Seahawks defense ranked 25th against the pass and giving up more than 26 points per game. Although he’ll be missing his favorite target, Plaxico Burress, due to a one game suspension, Manning has a deep corps of receivers around him and should find the end zone several times this Sunday.

Notes: Against a stout Eagles defense in Week 4, the Bears’ rookie RB had his worst game of the season so far, rushing for only 43 yards while failing to score. Look for Forte to bounce back in a big way this week, as he and the Bears take on divisional rival Detroit. The Lions are ranked dead last in rushing defense, having surrendered 207.7 yards per game and 6 TDs through three games.

Notes: Graham put up nice numbers in Week 4 with 111 rushing yards and 1 TD at home against the Packers, although 47 of those yards came on one long run late in the game. The Bucs travel to Denver in Week 5 to face a Broncos defense that is giving up 29.2 points per game and 132.8 yards per game on the ground. Expect Graham to find the end zone and maybe break off a few more long runs this week.

Notes: Toomer has been solid but unspectacular thus far this season, serving as a consistent target for Eli Manning while hauling in 13 receptions and 1 TD in three games. With Plaxico Burress out of the lineup in Week 5, however, Toomer should play a larger role for the Giants offense and for fantasy owners. Consider him a good No. 3 WR or bye week replacement against the Seahawks, as he should be targeted on some of the longer routes normally reserved for Burress.

Notes: In Week 4 Evans had only two catches, but he made them count, as he compiled 88 yards and 1 TD, his first of the season. The Bills offense is averaging 27.2 points per game, and in Week 5 they go against a Cardinals team that gave up 6 passing TDs to Brett Favre and the Jets last Sunday. The Bills could find themselves in a shootout this week, and Evans will likely add to his TD total as a result.

Notes: Miller has had a quiet fantasy season through four weeks, totaling just 11 catches and 130 yards with no TDs. In Week 5, however, the Steelers will face off against the Jaguars with their top two RBs out of the lineup. Expect Pittsburgh to rely more heavily on their passing game this week, as Jacksonville ranks 24th against the pass. Roethlisberger will likely look Miller’s way more than he has so far this season, and the Steelers’ TE could get a few red zone targets to help end his TD drought.

Notes: Breaston benefited from Arizona’s Week 4 shootout against the Jets, compiling 122 yards on 9 receptions. Although he is still looking for his first TD of the season, Breaston is establishing himself as a reliable option for Kurt Warner in the explosive Cardinals offense. With Anquan Boldin likely out in Week 5, Breaston could start opposite Larry Fitzgerald against Buffalo and could be in line for another big game.

Notes: After scoring 2 TDs and providing a nice change of pace for Dallas in the first three weeks of the season, rookie RB Felix Jones was inexplicably absent from the Cowboys game plan against Washington in Week 4. Although he was used as a kick returner, Jones had no rushes and no receptions on the day. Don’t expect the Cowboys to make that mistake again in Week 5, as they face a weak Bengals team. Dallas could put the game away early and sit starters such as Marion Barber late, relying on Jones to run out the clock.

Notes: Edwards hasn’t put up incredible numbers so far this season, but he has been consistent, averaging 244 yards and 1 TD per game through three weeks. More importantly, Edwards has shown excellent command of the Bills offense in guiding his team to a 3-0 start. Edwards could be in line for a breakout game in Week 4, as the Bills travel to St. Louis to take on the hapless Rams, who have yielded 38.7 points per game this season.

Notes: Following another stellar performance Monday Night in which he threw for 250 yards, 3 TDs, and 1 INT, Rivers is quickly solidifying his place among the top fantasy QBs. He has thrown for 3 TDs in each of his first three games this season, and this trend promises to continue this week as Rivers and the explosive Chargers offense face off against a Raiders team that currently ranks 26th in the league against the pass.

Notes: Despite splitting carries with DeAngelo Williams, Stewart is making his presence felt in Carolina’s offense, as the rookie back has already found the end zone three times so far this season. With a favorable matchup this week against the Falcons, who are giving up 136.7 yards per game on the ground, Stewart should serve as a solid bye week replacement or flex option.

Notes: Jones-Drew put up 166 all-purpose yards and 1 TD against the Colts in Week 3. Even though he’ll continue to lose touches to Fred Taylor in the Jacksonville backfield, Jones-Drew and the Jaguars face a weak Texans defense that has given up 5 rushing TDs in two games.

Notes: Even though he is clearly the second receiving option behind Greg Jennings, Driver still plays a large role in Green Bay’s passing game. With Aaron Rodgers looking poised under center for the Packers offense, Driver always has the potential to find the end zone. The Packers face the 27th ranked passing defense of the Bucs this week.

Notes: Coles looks more and more comfortable with Brett Favre as his quarterback, as his numbers have increased each week of the season. Coles scored his first TD of the season on Monday Night and caught six balls for 75 yards. Expect Favre to continue looking for Coles often in Week 4 against the Cardinals.

Notes: Scheffler followed a 2 TD performance in Week 2 with a bad game in Week 3, in which he caught only 4 passes for 32 yards and lost a fumble. Nevertheless, Jay Cutler continues to look like a Top 5 QB, and Scheffler is bound to see his share of touches against the Chiefs in Week 4.

Notes: Lewis hasn't broken the century mark or found the end zone yet this season, but that could change in Week 4 against Cincinnati. The Bengals are giving up 174.3 rushing yards per game this season, and Lewis has traditionally done well against this AFC North rival, including 356 all-purpose yards and 1 TD in two games last season.

Notes: Sproles has shown flashes of greatness this season as a running back, receiver, and kick returner. He could see more action this week, as LaDainian Tomlinson continues to recover from a toe injury. Also, the Chargers could very well jump out to an early lead against the Raiders, which would mean some garbage time carries for Sproles.

Notes: He may be the reigning Super Bowl MVP, but Manning was less than a model of consistency for fantasy owners last year. This season, however, Eli has jumped out to a good start, including a 3 TD performance last week against the Rams. Expect him to post big numbers again at home against a weak Bengals defense.

Notes: No QB has been hotter over the first two weeks of the season than Cutler. Already, the Broncos’ young signal caller has compiled 750 yards and 6 TDs, with only 1 INT this season. The Broncos will likely find themselves in another shootout at home against the Saints this week, and that’s good news for Cutler owners.

Notes: The Titans’ rookie runner broke out for a big game last week against the Bengals, with 109 yards on the ground. Although he’ll lose some carries to Lendale White, Johnson and the Titans square off against a Houston defense that surrendered 183 rushing yards and 3 TDs to the Steelers in Week 1. Consider Johnson a solid No. 2 or flex option in Week 3.

Notes: After posting the top fantasy numbers in Week 1, Turner was held to just 42 yards on the ground against the Bucs last week. Look for Turner to bounce back this Sunday against a weak Kansas City defense. Turner should get the ball early and often, and he could have another monster game.

Notes: Even without Tom Brady in the lineup, Welker is still a dependable fantasy WR, especially in PPR leagues. Although he hasn’t found the end zone yet this year, Welker has 13 receptions through two games and has established himself as Matt Cassell’s favorite early season target. Look for Welker to get plenty of touches in Week 3 against a porous Dolphins defense, with a good chance of ending his touchdown draught this Sunday.

Notes: Although he sometimes gets lost in the shadows of L.T. and Antonio Gates, Chambers is an important part of the Chargers offense and already has 3 TDs this season. He could be in for a big game Monday night against the Jets, as Rivers vs. Favre has all the makings of a shootout in San Diego.

Notes: While he hasn’t yet made a huge impact on the Saints offense, Shockey should see more looks from Drew Brees in the coming weeks, with Marques Colston out of the lineup for at least a month. This week—s matchup in Denver promises to be a high­scoring affair, and Shockey will likely be targeted in the red zone a few times during the game.