2014 Projected Fantasy Draft 1st, 2nd & 3rd Rounds

It's never too early to look towards the next Fantasy Football season. Here is the final part of my 2014 Pre-Draft Rankings. Here we'll look at the projected first three rounds of your 2014 fantasy draft:

Round One

1. Jamaal Charles - RB

2. LeSean McCoy - RB

3. Adrian Peterson - RB

4. Matt Forte - RB

5. Peyton Manning - QB

6. Marshawn Lynch - RB

7. Calvin Johnson - WR

8. Jimmy Graham - TE

9. Knowshon Moreno - RB

10. Dez Bryant - WR

11. Aaron Rodgers - QB

12. Drew Brees - QB

•As always, running backs dominate the first round but not as much as usual.

•With the kind of seasons Peyton Manning and Drew Brees had, plus the return if Aaron Rodgers, you can't ignore these top quarterbacks as they will have a huge impact on your fantasy season and will go off the boards early.

•Jimmy Graham at 8 might be a little high, but the top tight ends that will produce each week for you will be at a premium in 2014, just like in 2013. It would not be unwise to use your first pick of the draft on Graham. 

Round Two

13. Josh Gordon - WR

14. Eddie Lacy - RB

15. DeMarco Murray - RB

16. AJ Green - WR

17. Julio Jones - WR

18. Matthew Stafford - QB

19. Alfred Morris - RB

20. Arian Foster - RB

21. Andre Johnson - WR

22. Reggie Bush - RB

23. Brandon Marshall - WR

24. Tom Brady - QB

•In round two we see more wide receivers beginning with the breakout star of the 2014 season, Josh Gordon. Gordon will go in the first round and will be the first receiver taken in many 2014 drafts as well. 

•Eddie Lacy had a fantastic rookie season and will be a top feature back in 2014. He will be the first rookie of the 2013 class to be drafted and like Gordon could be taken in round one. 

•Only two quarterbacks taken in round two in Stafford and Brady. Stafford tailed off in the end of 2013, but still had a solid season. 

•Reggie Bush might go earlier in PPR leagues. 

Round Three

25. Russell Wilson - QB

26. Zac Stacy - RB

27. Le'Veon Bell - RB

28. DeMaryius Thomas - WR

29. Alshon Jeffrey - WR

30. Tony Romo - QB

31. Julius Thomas - TE

32. Philip Rivers - QB

33. Cam Newton - QB

34. Andrew Luck - QB

35. Nick Foles - QB

36. Giovanni Bernard - RB

•Round three is the round of the quarterback. This group is the next tier of fantasy quarterbacks and all could probably sneak their way into the end of round two. 

•Running backs from the 2013 class make a splash in round three as well. Look out for Bell and Stacy to be consistent performers next season as they will be full time feature backs. Bernard is close as well and if the Bengals use him as more of a feature back instead of sharing time with Benjarvus Green-Ellis, he could be a great pickup in the third round. 

•Again, it might be early to take a tight end here, but with the group of tight ends  being so thin it would not be unwise to take the second best tight end on the board in Julius Thomas with your third pick. 

2014 Projected Rankings By Position: Tight Ends

It's never too early to look towards the next Fantasy Football season. Here is part four of my 2014 Pre-Draft Rankings by position. Here we'll look at the Tight Ends:

Top 10

1. Jimmy Graham

2. Julius Thomas

3. Vernon Davis

4. Jason Witten

5. Jordan Cameron

6. Greg Olsen 

7. Jordan Reed

8. Martellus Bennett

9. Charles Clay

10. Antonio Gates

•Perhaps the biggest separation between best and second best players at any given position occur at tight end. Graham is clearly the best tight end in the NFL and will continue to dominate next season. 

•Julius Thomas had a great break out year and will be the second tight end off draft boards next season. 

•Jordan Reed was very good when he was healthy and I expect him to build on a strong rookie campaign next year when he comes back healthy. A healthy RGIII will help him as well. 

•Antonio Gates sneaks into the top ten because he's Antonio Gates. His production increased this year under a rejuvenated Philip Rivers, but it's clear the athleticism is starting to drift. 

Just Missed

Coby Fleener

Delanie Walker 

Heath Miller

•Fleener and Andrew Luck have good chemistry together and I expect another solid season next year. He could end up cracking the top ten.  

Sleepers

Tim Wright

Rob Housler

Ladarius Green

•Wright is another rookie who was solid but will improve with experience. Him and fellow sophomore quarterback Mike Glennon should both increase their production in 2014. 

•Rob Housler is the classic case of a lot of talent but can't stay healthy. He's shown glimpses of what could be this season and if he's fully healthy in 2014, watch out. 

•Ladarius Green is the heir to the tight end throne in San Diego. An athletic freak, Green can catch any ball and is currently stuck behind one of the all time greats in Antonio Gates. If he's given the opportunity, Green could be a huge steal. 

Notable Omissions

Rob Gronkowski

Jermichael Finley

Tony Gonzalez

•The biggest name left of this list is Rob Gronkowski. An injury plagued 2013, and an offseason of rehab ahead mean that no one really knows when (if?) Gronk will be back in 2014. 

•As with Gronkowski, Jermichael Finley suffered what could be a career ending injury in 2013. Who knows if he will be back next year. 

•Tony Gonzalez is the GOAT at tight end. It's very likely that he will retire this year and hang up the cleats. There's a slim chance he comes back though, and if he does he'll be right back in the top ten. 

Week 16 Recap

 Here is how my Week 16 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em picks faired:

QB

Start Colin Kaepernick -  

Predicted Stats - 21/31, 265 yards, 2 TD, 51 yards rushing - 23.7 points

Actual Stats - 13/21, 197, 1 TD, 51 yards rushing, 1 TD - 22.98 points

Sit Carson Palmer -   

Predicted Stats - 24/46, 231 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int - 9.24 points

Actual Stats - 13/25, 178 yards, 1 TD, 4 Int - 3.12 points

RB

Start Alfred Morris & DeMarco Murray - 

Predicted Stats - Morris: 126 yards, 2 TD, 1 rec, 7 yards - 25.3 points, Murray: 143 yards, 1 TD, 4 rec, 42 yards - 24.5 points

Actual Stats - Morris: 88 yards, 1 TD - 14.8 points, Murray: 96 yards, 1 TD, 3 rec, 15 yards, 1 TD - 23.1 points

Sit Marshawn Lynch - 

Predicted Stats - 71 yards, 2 rec, 11 yards - 8.2 points

Actual Stats - 71 yards, 2 rec, 5 yards - 7.6 points

WR

Start Brandon Marshall & Alshon Jeffrey -  

Predicted Stats - Marshall: 9 rec, 114 yards, 1 TD - 17.4 points, Jeffrey: 7 rec, 96 yards, 1 TD - 15.6 points

Actual Stats - Marshall: 4 rec, 36 yards, 1 TD - 9.6 points, Jeffrey: 6 rec, 76 yards - 7.6 points

Sit Marques Colston & Steve Smith - 

Predicted Stats: Colston: 4 rec, 51 yards - 5.1 points, Smith: 3 rec, 40 yards - 4.0 points

Actual Stats - Colston: 5 rec, 63 yards - 6.3 points, Smith: 1 rec, 44 yards - 4.4 points

TE

Start Zach Miller - 

Predicted Stats: 6 rec, 62 yards, 1 TD - 12.2 points

Actual Stats - 1 rec, 11 yards, 1 TD - 7.1 points

Sit Coby Fleener -  

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 32 yards - 3.2 points

Actual Stats - 2 rec, 8 yards - .8 points

2014 Projected Rankings By Position: Wide Receivers

It's never too early to look towards the next Fantasy Football season. Here is part three of my 2014 Pre-Draft Rankings by position. Here we'll look at the Wide Receivers:

Top 10

1. Calvin Johnson

2. Dez Bryant

3. Josh Gordon

4. AJ Green

5. Julio Jones

6. Andre Johnson

7. Brandon Marshall

8. Demaryius Thomas

9. Alshon Jeffrey

10. Antonio Brown

•No surprise at the number one receiver for next season, but the big surprise at the position is Josh Gordon. He's had a great year (you could say he's had a better year than CJ in less games), and has been immune to the Browns' bad quarterback situation. 

•Before Julio Jones went down with an injury he was leading the league in receiving. He should come off draft boards early again next season. 

•Alshon Jeffrey officially made "the leap" this season and is establishing himself as a top wideout in the NFL. 

•Brown sneaks into the top ten being perhaps the most consistent and underrated wide receiver this season. 

Just Missed

DeSean Jackson

Larry Fitzgerald 

Wes Welker

Eric Decker

Pierre Garçon

Vincent Jackson

Jordy Nelson

•There are so many receivers you can add to the "just missed" list, but here are a few that were the closest. 

•If Welker and Decker played on any other team they would be on the top ten list for next season. That could be the case for Decker still. 

•Garçon has had a great season in Washington and with a healthy RGIII next season he could be even better. 

•Jordy Nelson borders WR1 territory with Aaron Rodgers at quarterback, but without him he is merely average. 

Sleepers

Percy Harvin

Keenan Allen

Kendall Wright

Michael Floyd

•If Harvin is fully healthy next season, he could be very dangerous, as we've seen in the past. He could be a mid round steal in 2014. 

•Allen has had a fantastic rookie season and will look to improve in 2014. 

•Watch out for Floyd as a deep sleeper. He has made strides in his second season and while Fitzgerald gets most of the attention, Floyd has been nearly as productive. 

Notable Omission

Justin Blackmon

•When Blackmon was on the field in 2013, he was top ten talent at wide receiver. The problem was that his off the field habits keep getting him in trouble. If he gets his head on straight, he could have a monster year. Blackmon could end up being a steal if he lasts the whole season, or another bust if he's suspended again. 

Week 16 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em

It's Championship Week! Here are a few players who I would start and sit for the final week of the season. Plus a couple bonus players to help out for the all important finals. Good luck!

QB

Start Colin Kaepernick -  Kaepernick has had an up and down season but lately it has been up. The 49ers have been rolling thanks in large part to Kaepernick's play. This week he goes up against the shaky Atlanta defense on Monday Night Football. San Francisco will want to make a statement to the rest of the League that they should be feared and behind it all will be Kaepernick. 

Predicted Stats - 21/31, 265 yards, 2 TD, 51 yards rushing - 23.7 points

Sit Carson Palmer -  Palmer is banged up and played last week with a high ankle sprain. This week he faces the number one defense against quarterbacks in Seattle. This game is in Seattle and weather could be a factor. Larry Fitzgerald is recovering from a concussion sustained at the end of last week's game as well so it's left to be seen how effective he will be as well. 

Predicted Stats - 24/46, 231 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int - 9.24 points

RB

Start Alfred Morris & DeMarco Murray - The two defenses that have allowed the most points to opposing running backs this season square off in Week 16. I expect huge games from both Alfred Morris and DeMarco Murray. The kicker here is if the Cowboys decide to abandon the run like they have done many times this season, Murray's stats could take a hit. Regardless, he should be able to make up for it in the passing game though. 

Predicted Stats - Morris: 126 yards, 2 TD, 1 rec, 7 yards - 25.3 points, Murray: 143 yards, 1 TD, 4 rec, 42 yards - 24.5 points

Sit Marshawn Lynch - Now to the defense that has allowed the least points to opposing running backs, the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals will be tasked with slowing down Marshawn Lynch and I believe they will be successful. Lynch is a very physical runner and the Arizona defense is equally just as physical. This is going to be a very intense game between NFC West rivals and expect the Cardinals defense to come ready. 

Predicted Stats - 71 yards, 2 rec, 11 yards - 8.2 points

WR

Start Brandon Marshall & Alshon Jeffrey - The Bears face the Eagles this week in what is a huge game for both teams and their playoff aspirations. Chicago has one of the best passing attacks in the entire League and Philadelphia has had one of the worst secondaries. Both Marshall and Jeffrey should see a lot of targets (Marshall more than Jeffrey since he is Cutler's absolute go-to guy) and a lot of production. The Eagles have a very slim chance of containing these two beasts in the air. 

Predicted Stats - Marshall: 9 rec, 114 yards, 1 TD - 17.4 points, Jeffrey: 7 rec, 96 yards, 1 TD - 15.6 points

Sit Marques Colston & Steve Smith - The game between the Saints and Panthers will most likely decide the NFC South, so get ready for a good one. Carolina has had one of the best defenses all season and New Orleans hasn't been too far behind. Once both top 10 receivers in the NFL, Colston and Smith have had down years and both will continue to struggle against these stingy defenses. If I had to pick one receiver to break out and have a possible good game it would be Colston. 

Predicted Stats: Colston: 4 rec, 51 yards - 5.1 points, Smith: 3 rec, 40 yards - 4.0 points

TE

Start Zach Miller - Back to the Arizona/Seattle matchup. Tight ends that face the Cardinals this season have been in absolute heaven, as Arizona allows the most points to opposing tight ends. That alone would warrant must start status for Millet, however he has added incentive to perform well in this game. Miller went to high school in Phoenix and played college football at Arizona State University. This game is against his hometown teams and he will want to produce while many of his former teammates and coaches watch on local television in Phoenix. 

Predicted Stats: 6 rec, 62 yards, 1 TD - 12.2 points

Sit Coby Fleener -  This one is simple. Kansas City is the toughest matchup against tight ends, allowing the least amount of points. Plus the Colts offense has not been great since Reggie Wayne went down. Andrew Luck has struggled and this matchup will not be any easier. Leave Fleener on your bench.

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 32 yards - 3.2 points

Week 15 Recap

Here is how my Week 15 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em picks faired:

QB

Start Alex Smith -  

Predicted Stats - 18/26, 229 yards, 2 TD, 26 yards rushing - 19.76 points

Actual Stats - 17/20, 287 yards, 5 TD, 17 yards rushing, 1 fumble lost - 31.18 points

Sit Mike Glennon - 

Predicted Stats - 16/31, 178 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int - 9.12 points

Actual Stats - 18/34, 179 yards, 2 TD, 1 Int - 13.16 points

RB

Start Rashard Mendenhall - 

Predicted Stats - 76 yards, 1 TD, 2 rec, 16 yards - 15.2 points

Actual Stats - 69 yards, 2 TD, 1 rec, 9 yards - 18.8 points

Sit Reggie Bush - 

Predicted Stats - 43 yards, 3 rec, 26 yards - 6.9 points

Actual Stats - 86 yards, 1 TD, 2 rec, 15 yards - 16.1 points

WR

Start Cordarelle Patterson -  

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 88 yards, 1 TD, 45 yards rushing - 19.3 points

Actual Stats - 5 rec, 35 yards, 1 TD, 15 yards rushing - 11 points

Sit Julian Edelman - 

Predicted Stats: 4 rec, 56 yards - 5.6 points

Actual Stats - 13 rec, 139 yards, 1 TD - 19.9 points

TE

Start Delanie Walker -

Predicted Stats: 6 rec, 72 yards, 1 TD - 13.2 points

Actual Stats - 8 rec, 53 yards, 1 TD - 11.3 points

Sit Dennis Pitta - 

Predicted Stats - 3 rec, 27 yards - 2.7 points

Actual Stats - 2 rec, 24 yards - 2.4 points

2014 Projected Rankings By Position: Running Backs

It's never too early to look towards the next Fantasy Football season. Here is part two of my 2014 Pre-Draft Rankings by position. Here we'll look at the Running Backs:

*Update: switched McCoy and Peterson. I thought I had originally ranked them this way but I guess not. That's why this is reposted again*

Top 10

1. Jamaal Charles

2. LeSean McCoy

3. Adrian Peterson

4. Matt Forte

5. Marshawn Lynch

6. Knowshon Moreno

7. Eddie Lacy

8. DeMarco Murray

9. Alfred Morris

10. Arian Foster

•Jamaal Charles has firmly established himself as the number one overall draft pick for the 2014 fantasy football draft. He has flourished in Andy Reid's offense this season. 

•The top five were pretty easy to come up with, but the next five not so much. Plenty of good talent to choose from but only a few that deliver each and every week. 

•Eddie Lacy is next year's Alfred Morris. He has had a great rookie season and will go into next year as an RB1.

Just Missed

Reggie Bush

CJ Spiller

Giovani Bernard

Andre Brown

Frank Gore

•The presence of Joique Bell will limit Reggie Bush from being an absolute RB1, but the man is still a PPR monster.

•Giovani Bernard could be in the same boat as Lacy but until the Bengals she's the timeshare with BGE, he'll be a tier behind the top options. 

•If Andre Brown stats healthy, is there another RB on the Giants that you trust more? 

•Gore is on the back nine of his career but he still has enough in the tank to be very productive. 

Sleepers

Le'Veon Bell

Zac Stacy

•I really like Le'Veon Bell and Zac Stacy to continue to progress and have solid seasons in 2014. Both will be the unquestioned starter of their teams and have impressed at times this season. Watch out for Stacy in the very tough NFC West though. 

Notable Omissions

Doug Martin

Ray Rice

Maurice Jones-Drew

•Doug Martin has literally fallen off the face of the fantasy earth this season. A most likely top 5 pick in your draft this season, might not even be the starter on his own team next season. 

•I think it's officially time to declare Ray Rice and MJD past their primes. After their dreadful 2013 seasons (Rice more so than Drew), these two once top 5 fantasy backs might be low end RB2's at best in 2014. 

Week 15 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em

Many of you are in the thick of the playoffs needing one more victory to reach the Championship. Here is my Start 'Em/Sit 'Em for Week 15, hopefully it will help you reach the Promised Land. 

QB

Start Alex Smith - Alex Smith won't rack up the completions or gaudy passing numbers, but he does manage the game well and should have success against a Raiders defense that allowed the Jets to score 30 points on them. 

Predicted Stats - 18/26, 229 yards, 2 TD, 26 yards rushing - 19.76 points

Sit Mike Glennon - Glennon has ahead a solid rookie campaign and has steadied the once sinking Buccaneers. But this week he faces the 49ers who have been extremely tough on opposing quarterbacks. Plus, the Buccs run the ball on more plays than they pass. Don't expect big numbers from Glennon this week. 

Predicted Stats - 16/31, 178 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int - 9.12 points

RB

Start Rashard Mendenhall - Mendenhall has quietly shown that he is deserving of his starting running back job for the Cardinals. He has scored a touchdown in his last three games and has looked better running the ball as well. The balance between him and Andre Ellington has worked nicely and Mendenhall should continue with a solid game. 

Predicted Stats - 76 yards, 1 TD, 2 rec, 16 yards - 15.2 points

Sit Reggie Bush - Bush missed last game with a calf injury and it's quite possible he misses this week too. If he does play, you should probably bench him still. He goes up against the Ravens defense that has allowed the fourth least fantasy points to opposing running backs. Plus the presence of Joique Bell will take away touches from the injured Bush. 

Predicted Stats - 43 yards, 3 rec, 26 yards - 6.9 points

WR

Start Cordarelle Patterson - The Vikings have finally figured out how to use the speedster rookie and it has paid off in recent weeks. Patterson is a threat to score each time he touches the ball. The Vikings are out of contention so they shouldn't hold back Patterson at all and continue to get him the ball. He also faces the Eagles defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing receivers which helps also. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 88 yards, 1 TD, 45 yards rushing - 19.3 points

Sit Julian Edelman - With Rob Gronkowski done for the year, you would think that Edelman becomes a must start each week. However that is not true this week. Tom Brady has missed practice with a sore throwing shoulder and even though he will most likely play, that needs to be taken into consideration. Also, Miami is the number three defense against wide receivers in fantasy football. Edelman could be marked all day since Gronk is out. 

Predicted Stats: 4 rec, 56 yards - 5.6 points

TE

Start Delanie Walker - I told you to start Walker last week coming off a concussion because he had a good matchup, and he ended up not playing (my apologies). This week Walker has an even better matchup against the Arizona Cardinals who have allowed the most fantasy points to opposing tight ends. Walker is a must start. 

Predicted Stats: 6 rec, 72 yards, 1 TD - 13.2 points

Sit Dennis Pitta - Pitta had a good game in his season debut last week returning from injury and many fantasy owners rushed to claim him off waivers. If you were lucky enough to grab him, you should consider benching him this week against Detroit. The Lions has been a very solid against tight ends this season so don't expect another good game for Pitta in his second week. 

Predicted Stats - 3 rec, 27 yards - 2.7 points

Week 14 Recap

Here is how my Week 14 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em picks faired:

QB

Start Josh McCown/Jay Cutler -

Predicted Stats - 25/36, 313 yards, 3 TD - 24.52 points

Actual Stats (McCown) - 27/36, 348 yards, 4 TD, 16 yards rushing, 1 TD - 37.52 points

Sit Case Keenum -

Predicted Stats - 19/37, 187 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int - 9.48 points

Actual Stats - 16/29, 159 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int, 13 yards rushing - 9.66 points

RB

Start DeMarco Murray - 

Predicted Stats - 134 yards, 1 TD, 5 rec, 46 yards - 30 points

Actual Stats - 146 yards, 2 rec, 9 yards - 15.5 points

Sit Zac Stacy - 

Predicted Stats - 67 yards, 2 rec, 16 yards - 8.3 points

Actual Stats - 25 yards, 1 TD, 3 rec, -3 yards - 8.2 points

WR

Start Wes Welker -

Predicted Stats - 8 rec, 98 yards, 1 TD - 15.8 points

Actual Stats - 5 rec, 61 yards, TD - 12.1 points

Sit Anquan Boldin - 

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 32 yards - 3.1 points

Actual Stats - 6 rec, 93 yards - 9.3 points

TE

Start Delanie Walker - 

Predicted Stats - 6 rec, 81 yards, 1 TD - 14.1 points

Actual Stats - Did not play

Sit Zach Miller & Zach Ertz -  

Predicted Stats - Miller: 3 rec, 27 yards - 2.7 points, Ertz: 4 rec, 42 yards - 4.2 points

Actual Stats - Miller: 1 rec, 13 yards - 1.3 points, Ertz: 0 rec - 0 points. 

2014 Projected Rankings By Position: Quarterbacks

It's never too early to look towards the next Fantasy Football season. Here is part one of my 2014 Pre-Draft Rankings by position. First up is the Quarterbacks:

Top 10

1. Peyton Manning

2. Aaron Rodgers

3. Drew Brees

4. Matthew Stafford

5. Tom Brady

6. Russell Wilson

7. Tony Romo

8. Phillip Rivers

9. Cam Newton

10. Andrew Luck

•After this season is there really any doubt who the top QB is in the NFL? Expect Peyton to have another great season in 2014. 

•Russell Wilson may seem like a stretch at 6 but he is an incredibly efficient QB who does not turn the ball over. Hopefully he will have Percy Harvin for a full season, which will only boost his value. 

•If the Colts get a new Offensive Coordinator, one that caters to Luck's strengths, he moves up and will battle with Rivers and Romo for seventh and eight.

Just Missed

Nick Foles

Robert Griffin III

Matt Ryan

Colin Kaepernick

Ben Roethlisberger

•Nick Foles has been terrific this season. One thing holding him back from being in my top 10 next season is Michael Vick. While Foles is the starter for the rest of 2013, he may have to compete for the starting job in 2014 with Vick. 

•Look for Matt Ryan to have a successful bounce back 2014 season. He'll hopefully have Julio Jones and Roddy White back and healthy together, plus a healthy Stephen Jackson and improved running attack. Ryan could end up being a mid-round steal in your 2014 draft. 

Sleeper

Mike Glennon

•Mike Glennon has been the best rookie quarterback in the NFL this season. I know that isn't saying much, but the tools are there, and he has been pretty consistent down the stretch for the Buccs. He could be poised to take a jump in his second year. 

Notable Omissions

Andy Dalton

Eli Manning

Jay Cutler

•Andy Dalton has been too inconsistent this season to make the top 10 going into 2014. 

•The "other" Manning has been great at throwing interceptions, but not touchdowns. 2014 could be a bounce back year for him but we'll have to see it first. 

•Jay Cutler could be in the top 10 by the end of next season, but too much uncertainty going into 2014 (will he be in Chicago still?) means he's left off the list. 

Week 14 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em

I apologize for not posting a Start 'Em/Sit 'Em last week for Week 13. I was very busy with the Thanksgiving holiday, and I hope your teams did just fine without my advice. This week though I have a bonus for you to make up for missing last week. Without further ado, here is this week's Start 'Em/Sit 'Em...

QB

Start Josh McCown/Jay Cutler - Whoever is the starter for the Bears in there next game with get a tasty matchup with the Cowboys. Since Cutler went down with an injury, the offense has not lacked any firepower. With options like Marshall, Jeffrey, Bennett and Forte, there is no reason to not start whoever is under center for Chicago on Monday night.  

Predicted Stats - 25/36, 313 yards, 3 TD - 24.52 points

Sit Case Keenum - Case Keenum is facing the laughingstock of the league this week in the Jaguars, so he should be a must start, right? Wrong. Just two weeks ago Keenum faced this same Jacksonville defense and they have him problems all game, until he was benched that is. Don't bet on a strong performance the second time around against this team this week.  

Predicted Stats - 19/37, 187 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int - 9.48 points

RB

Start DeMarco Murray - Murray is already on the fantasy radar due to his three touchdown game on Thanksgiving. This week he has another great opportunity to score a touchdown (or two) against the Bears. Chicago has been terrible at stopping the run this season, just ask Adrian Peterson who racked up over 200 yards last week. Murray is not the back that Peterson is, but expect a largely successful Monday night from the Cowboys star. It helps his value that backup Lance Dunbar is out for the year as well. He should see even more carries now. 

Predicted Stats - 134 yards, 1 TD, 5 rec, 46 yards - 30 points

Sit Zac Stacy - Stacy has quietly had one of the better rookie seasons this year. However, this week he goes up against the Arizona Cardinals who have given up the least amount of points to opposing running backs this season. Stacy proved last week that he could still find ways to get yardage, but don't expect a big game or TDs this week. If you have a better option, you should consider it. 

Predicted Stats - 67 yards, 2 rec, 16 yards - 8.3 points

WR

Start Wes Welker - I would usually not recommend starting a receiver that is going up against the Titans defense that is number one against the receivers in fantasy points allowed. However, this week the Denver Broncos are tasked with breaking down Tennessee'a defense. I expect one of the top corners in the NFL, Alterraun Verner to be matched up against Demaryius Thomas or Eric Decker on the outside all game, which will leave Welker against a nickel corner. The game is also supposed to be in freeIng conditions which could mean a lot more dinks and dunks underneath in which Welker is the king. 

Predicted Stats - 8 rec, 98 yards, 1 TD - 15.8 points

Sit Anquan Boldin - Boldin has had a solid season at best for the 49ers. This week he faces Seattle's Legion of Boom secondary that just held Drew Brees to under 200 yards passing. Don't expect much more from Colin Kaepernick this week and his receivers numbers should falter as well. Plus the fact that Michael Crabtree is back doesn't bode well for Boldin's targets. 

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 32 yards - 3.1 points

TE

Start Delanie Walker - If Delanie Walker plays this week (he is dealing with a concussion) he is a must start. Walker, who has been in the shadow of former teammate and receiving tight end macho man Vernon Davis, has had a nice first season with Tennessee. He goes up against Denver's defense this week that has allowed the second most fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season. As also mentioned for Wes Welker, there will be freezing conditions in Denver this week which plays to the strengths of tight ends. Expect the short passing game to be in play, and a lot of work for Walker. 

Predicted Stats - 6 rec, 81 yards, 1 TD - 14.1 points

Sit Zach Miller & Zach Ertz -  This week tight ends Zach Miller and Zach Ertz both were hot adds on the waiver wire due to their strong Week 13 production. If you used your waiver claim on either of these two I'm sorry, but you need to sit them. Last week both Zachs faced inferior opponents when it comes to defending tight ends, and this week both face defenses on the top five in least points allowed to tight ends. Miller plays San Francisco and Ertz plays Detroit, both stout defenses against tight ends. If you picked up either Zach, leave him on your bench this week. 

Predicted Stats - Miller: 3 rec, 27 yards - 2.7 points, Ertz: 4 rec, 42 yards - 4.2 points

Week 12 Recap

Here is how my Week 12 picks did:

QB

Start Eli Manning- Manning faced the Cowboys defense that looked much different out of the bye week than it did going in. Manning's points were boosted due to his two touchdowns and zero interceptions but the 174 yards was not a good day. This one will be a wash due to the points aided by the touchdowns. 

Predicted Stats - 26/39, 310 yards, 2 TD, 1 Int - 22.4 points

Actual Stats - 16/30, 174 yards, 2 TD - 14.96 points

Sit Matt Ryan -  Ryan had to throw the ball a lot against the Saints but he was actually very accurate, completing 77% of his throws for nearly 300 yards. He had no touchdowns though which is why his points lacked a little. I'll score this pick a wash as well but could easily have been a loss with a touchdown pass. 

Predicted Stats - 24/46, 221 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int - 8.84 points

Actual Stats - 30/39, 292 yards, 10 yards rushing - 12.68 points

RB

Start Rashad Jennings - Jennings had a solid overall day amassing 122 yards if total offense. He didn't have any touchdowns however which is again why the points were lower than the prediction. I was actually pretty close to the yardage totals but this will be a wash due to no touchdowns (see the common theme).

Predicted Stats - 113 yards, 1 TD, 3 rec, 29 yards - 20.2 points

Actual Stats - 73 yards, 4 rec, 49 yards - 12.2 points

Sit Bobby Rainey - The first prediction that is a clear cut win is Mr. Rainey. I knew Rainey would have a tough match up against the Detroit run defense and he was limited to just 35 yards on the ground. Spoiler for Week 13: Rainey faces Carolina so you should sit him again. 

Predicted Stats - 47 yards, 2 rec, 9 yards - 5.6 points

Actual Stats - 35 yards - 3.5 points 

WR

Start Torrey Smith - Torrey Smith did exactly what I expect him to do which was have to have a high yards per cath average. Smiths YPC of 37 was fantastic but he only had two catches. He also did not have any touchdowns which is why this pick is a loss. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 124 yards, 1 TD - 18.4 points

Actual Stats - 2 rec, 74 yards - 7.4 points

Sit Antonio Brown - Antonio Brown went up against one of the best cover corners in Joe Haden. Brown won the first half, including a 41 yard touchdown catch. Haden won the second half but the points had been scored by Brown so a win for the Pittsburgh number one equals a loss for this prediction. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 36 yards - 3.6 points

Actual Stats - 6 rec, 92 yards, 1 TD - 15.2 points

TE

Start Greg Olsen - I predicted the receptions and touchdowns correctly but was just short on the yardage. Olsen is clearly Cam Newton's favorite target and security blanket. Chalk this up as a win, and was pretty close on points as well. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 79 yards, 1 TD - 13.9 points

Actual Stats - 5 rec, 34 yards, 1 TD - 9.4 points

Sit Jordan Reed - Reed was ruled out for Week 12 with a concussion and did not play. This prediction gets the win, but hopefully Reed won't be out for long and will be back for Week 13. 

Predicted Stats - 3 rec, 29 yards - 2.9 points

Actual Stats - Did Not Play - 0 points

Overall I had three solid predictions, two not so solid predictions and three average predictions. Not a bad week but always hoping for better in Week 13. 

Week 12 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em

QB

Start Eli Manning- Eli Manning has had a rough season to say the least. He has thrown the most interceptions in the NFL and has been under much scrutiny. This week however should be a different story. He faces the Dallas defense that has given up the most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. You all saw what Drew Brees did against them in Week 10. Look for Manning to still throw a pick, but compensate with a big day. 

Predicted Stats - 26/39, 310 yards, 2 TD, 1 Int - 22.4 points

Sit Matt Ryan - Sticking with the common theme of the Saints, New Orleans dominated Tony Romo in Week 10. It was one of his worst games of his career, and he didn't even throw an interception. That's what a great pass rush and pass coverage will do. Enter Matt Ryan who faces the Saints this week. Ryan already is without Julio Jones, Roddy White just came back from injury and Tony Gonzalez is banged up as well. Not a good combination. 

Predicted Stats - 24/46, 221 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int - 8.84 points

RB

Start Rashad Jennings - The Titans have one of the best pass defenses on the NFL and have been great at limiting quarterbacks and receivers. They haven't been as dominant against the run though which is why I think Rashad Jennings will have a great day running the ball. Jennings had a very productive week last week, and will continue to be the feature back as long as Run DMC is out. With the Titans limiting the passing game, the Raiders should turn to the ground and continue to feed Jennings. 

Predicted Stats - 113 yards, 1 TD, 3 rec, 29 yards - 20.2 points

Sit Bobby Rainey - So you used your waiver claim on Week 11 breakout star Bobby Rainey and you were successful in picking up the Tampa Bay running back. Congratulations, now stick him on your bench. Rainey had a great week against a subpar Atlanta defense. This week he goes up against one of the best run defenses in Detroit. I think Rainey will come crashing back down to earth this week, and don't expect much next week either as he faces the Panthers. Maybe you should have used your waiver claim on somebody else. 

Predicted Stats - 47 yards, 2 rec, 9 yards - 5.6 points

WR

Start Torrey Smith - Torrey Smith has been known as a deep ball receiver throughout his career. This week he will most likely be matched up against Antonio Cromartie when the Ravens play against the Jets. Cromartie has allowed over 20 yards per completion to receivers he has been covering this season which bodes very well for a deep threat like Smith. He may not have a high volume of catches but look for Smith to reach 100 yards and a long score this week. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 124 yards, 1 TD - 18.4 points

Sit Antonio Brown - Pittsburgh Steelers' wide receiver and PPR elite Antonio Brown faces the Cleveland Browns and cornerback Joe Haden this week. While I expect Brown to continue to get his usual five catches, I don't expect much in terms of yardage. Haden is one of the best corners in the game and is extremely good at limiting yards after the catch. He can easily take a receiver out of the game, just ask AJ Green who he held to seven yards receiving last week. Tough to sit such a consistently productive fantasy wideout but you should consider it this week. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 36 yards - 3.6 points

TE

Start Greg Olsen - Olsen has shaken off his injury he had earlier in the season and has scored three touchdowns in his last four games. He's clearly one of Cam Newton's favorite targets and this week he goes up against that notorious Miami defense that I write about often. Miami is good at limiting the wide receivers but struggles against tight ends. Olsen should have another solid game and a touchdown. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 79 yards, 1 TD - 13.9 points

Sit Jordan Reed - Last week Jordan Reed was knocked out of the game with a concussion after just one catch, which is very similar to my write up last week in which I told you to sit Vernon Davis because he suffered the same fate. This week Reed faces Davis's team the 49ers who have given up the fourth least fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. Even if Reed is cleared to play, he will have an extremely tough matchup. If you have another strong tight end on your roster, you should consider benching Reed. 

Predicted Stats - 3 rec, 29 yards - 2.9 points

Week 11 Recap

It was an interesting Week 11 and hopefully your team got a win. Here's how my Start 'Em/Sit 'Em picks faired:

QB

Start Russell Wilson - I predicted Russell Wilson would be a very safe pick and he was just that. Another typical game for the Seahawks quarterback. He manages games very well and doesn't turn the ball over, which is all you can ask for from your quarterback. I almost predicted the exact amount of points for Wilson so this will be a win. Wilson could have had a much better day but he was pulled late when the game was already won. 

Predicted Stats - 22/29, 235 yards, 2 TD, 29 yards rushing - 20.3 points

Actual Stats - 13/18, 230 yards, 2 TD, 14 yards rushing - 18.6 points

Sit Andrew Luck - Luck went up against a very tough Tennessee defense that limited him to zero passing touchdowns. He did not have a good game like I predicted. However, he was able to score one rushing touchdown which boosted his points. If not for that rushing touchdown, I would have almost predicted his point total exactly. For that this pick is a wash. 

Predicted Stats - 28/51, 248 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int, 12 yards rushing - 11.12 points

Actual Stats - 23/36, 232 yards, 31 yards rushing, 1 TD - 18.38 points

RB

Start Andre Ellington - Andre Ellington is the pick that I am most disappointed about and most puzzled about. I really thought he would have a fantastic day against the porous Jacksonville defense. He was essentially invisible the entire game and his only highlight was when he had one if his dreads ripped out. Definitely taking a loss on this pick. 

Predicted Stats - 73 yards, 1 TD, 6 rec, 55 yards, 1 TD - 24.8 points

Actual Stats - 3 yards rushing, 1 rec, 10 yards - 1.3 points

Sit Matt Forte - Sitting Forte was definitely my biggest reach of the week and it didn't work out to say the least. I thought Forte would struggle against the Baltimore defense but he had a very good day all around. This one goes down as another loss. 

Predicted Stats - 71 yards, 3 rec, 22 yards - 9.3 points

Actual Stats - 83 yards rushing, 5 rec, 42 yards, 1 TD - 18.5 points

WR

Start Pierre Garçon - Pierre Garçon had a solid game but not as good as I thought he would have. Six receptions for 68 yards is a respectable day and solid points in PPR leagues, but was just average in standard leagues which is why I take a loss on this pick. 

Predicted Stats - 6 rec, 118 yards, 1 TD - 17.8 points

Actual Stats - 6 rec, 68 yards, 9 yards rushing - 7.7 points

Sit T.Y. Hilton - Hilton fell to the same fate as Andrew Luck, matched up against one if the better pass defenses in the NFL. I nearly predicted his point total exactly, his struggles equal a win for my prediction. 

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 51 yards - 5.1 points

Actual Stats - 5 rec, 44 yards - 4.4 points

TE

Start Antonio Gates - Gates had a good day and almost had the amount of production I predicted. It was the type of stat line we expect from Gates and he would have had a second touchdown if not for an illegal forward pass penalty called against Phillip Rivers. Solid day equals a win. 

Predicted Stats - 7 rec, 79 yards, 1 TD - 13.9 points

Actual Stats - 4 rec, 52 yards, 1 TD - 11.2 points

Sit Vernon Davis - Take away the touchdown and Davis did not have a good day. The six fantasy points definitely took his day from bad to okay, and gave him more than predicted. This pick is a wash and not a loss due to his low receptions and yardage. 

Predicted Stats - 2 rec, 44 yards - 4.4 points

Actual Stats - 4 rec, 33 yards, 1 TD - 9.3 points

Week 11 was an average week for my predictions, three wins, three losses and two washes. I took a few chances with Forte, Luck and Ellington and they didn't pan out but expect some more bold picks for Week 12. 

Week 11 Positional Rankings

QB

1. Drew Brees

2. Peyton Manning

3. Matt Stafford

4. Russell Wilson

5. Robert Griffin III

6. Cam Newton

7. Nick Foles

8. Case Keenum

9. Phillip Rivers

10. Andrew Luck

11. Matt Ryan

12. Tom Brady

13. Josh McCown

14. Andy Dalton

15. Colin Kaepernick

16. Ben Roethlisberger 

17. Mike Glennon

18. Joe Flacco

19. Terrelle Pryor

20. Alex Smith

RB

1. Marshawn Lynch

2. Adrian Peterson

3. LeSean McCoy

4. Jamaal Charles

5. Frank Gore

6. Alfred Morria

7. Knowshon Moreno

8. Reggie Bush

9. Eddie Lacy

10. Andre Ellington

11. Andre Brown

12. Le'Veon Bell

13. Chris Johnson

14. Matt Forte

15. Giovani Bernard

16. Steven Ridley

17. Chris Ivory

18. Ryan Mathews

19. Ben Tate

20. Lamar Miller

WR

1. Calvin Johnson

2. Andre Johnson

3. Brandon Marshall

4. DeSean Jackson

5. Demaryius Thomas

6. Pierre Garçon

7. AJ Green

8. Wes Welker

9. Antonio Brown

10. Vincent Jackson

11. Alshon Jeffrey

12. Victor Cruz

13. Josh Gordon

14. Riley Cooper

15. Torrey Smith

16. Larry Fitzgerald

17. Jordy Nelson

18. TY Hilton

19. Eric Decker

20. Harry Douglas

TE

1. Jimmy Graham

2. Rob Gronkowski

3. Antonio Gates

4. Julius Thomas

5. Jordan Reed

6. Jordan Cameron

7. Vernon Davis

8. Tony Gonzalez

9. Charles Clay

10. Greg Olsen

11. Scott Chandler

12. Coby Fleener

13. Martellus Bennett

14. Tim Wright

15. John Carlson

16. Tyler Eifert

17. Rob Housler

18. Brandon Pettigrew

19. Delanie Walker

20. Garrett Graham

Week 11 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em

I probably should have mentioned last week that my "predicted points" amounts that I give at the end of my predicted stats are based off of ESPN standard scoring. And with that, here is my Week 11 Start 'Em/Sit 'Em:

QB

Start Russell Wilson - Russell Wilson has quietly enjoyed a very good sophomore season for the Seahawks. This week he is my safest pick to have a very good game. Wilson isn't going to throw for Brees and Manning type numbers, but he doesn't turn the ball over and he's very consistent. You can't really go wrong with the young quarterback. 

Predicted Stats - 22/29, 235 yards, 2 TD, 29 yards rushing - 20.3 points

Sit Andrew Luck - This is an extremely tough sit for me because I have Luck on my fantasy team. Luck has had a great season so far but this week he goes up against the Titans and a defense that has been very good against the pass. With The Colts running game lacking over the last few weeks, I expect Luck to throw drop back to pass a lot. The lack of a run game will also make it easy on the defense to rush the passer and run tight coverage since the know the pass will be coming. Luck and his receivers could be in for a rough evening. 

Predicted Stats - 28/51, 248 yards, 1 TD, 2 Int, 12 yards rushing - 11.12 points

RB

Start Andre Ellington - The entire fantasy nation is screaming out for Bruce Arians to free Andre Ellington and give him the starting running back job. Arians however is still declaring Rashard Mendenhall the starter and for now Ellington is still the number two. That won't matter this week as Ellington should get around 20 touches against a terrible Jacksonville defense. Ellington can, and will, do a bit of everything en route to a nice day. 

Predicted Stats - 73 yards, 1 TD, 6 rec, 55 yards, 1 TD - 24.8 points

Sit Matt Forte - My "close my eyes and hope it works" pick this week is Matt Forte. Last week I told you to sit Jason Witten after a huge game and it worked out well so here goes another. Forte is definitely one of the top five running backs in the NFL and can do many things for the offense. He goes up against a Baltimore defense this week that has been quietly very good. In fact, Baltimore has allowed the second least fantasy points to opposing running backs this season. My predicted stats would be solid for most running backs but you expect more from Forte which is why he's a sit this week. 

Predicted Stats - 71 yards, 3 rec, 22 yards - 9.3 points

WR

Start Pierre Garçon - When thinking of the top receivers in the NFL you don't often think of Pierre Garçon, but you should. After a somewhat slow few weeks, Garçon and RGIII have been firing on all cylinders as of late. Garçon is great in PPR leagues and has been racking up the yards lately as well. This week he faces the Eagles who have allowed the most fantasy points to opposing wide receivers. Should be a big day for Garçon. 

Predicted Stats - 6 rec, 118 yards, 1 TD - 17.8 points

Sit T.Y. Hilton - See: Luck, Andrew. Hilton will most likely be matched up against one of the top corners in the NFL Alterraun Verner, which won't help his production. 

Predicted Stats - 4 rec, 51 yards - 5.1 points

TE

Start Antonio Gates - Last week I was hoping Tim Wright would take advantage of a Dolphins defense that has given up a lot of points to opposing tight ends. However, he let me down and had one catch. This week I'm picking Antonio Gates to do what I had hoped Wright would do. Gates is still a top tight end and his partnership with Phillip Rivers has been one of the best over the last few years. Look for Gates to get in the end zone at least once this week. 

Predicted Stats - 7 rec, 79 yards, 1 TD - 13.9 points

Sit Vernon Davis - Vernon Davis was knocked out of last week's game with a concussion. It looks like he is going to play this week, but don't expect much from him. Even if Davis is able to last the whole game, he will still have to battle against The Saints defense that has given up the fifth least fantasy points to opposing tight ends. Rob Ryan has his defense playing very well and if Davis plays he will undoubtedly be marked all game. 

Predicted Stats - 2 rec, 44 yards - 4.4 points

Week 10 Recap

Week 10 is in the books and hopefully your fantasy football team was victorious like mine, and hopefully my Start 'Em/Sit 'Em and Rankings helped as well.  Here is a recap of how my picks faired this weekend. 

QB

Start Jake Locker - Unfortunately for Jake Locker and the Titans, the third year Quarterback was injured in the first quarter against the Jaguars and did not return to the game. After further reports on Monday, it turns out Locker is going to miss the rest of the season. The injury definitely put a damper on this prediction but it doesn't look like it would have been a good one even if Locker finished the game. His shortened day actually yielded negative fantasy points for his owners. I'm definitely taking a loss on this one. 

Predicted Stats - 19/27, 245 yards, 2 TD, 36 yards rushing, 1 TD - 27.4 points

Actual Stats - 4/9, 24 yards, 1 Int, 18 yards rushing, 1 fumble lost - negative 1.24 points

Sit Colin Kaepernick - Kaepernick had the unfortunate task of playing the Carolina Panthers defense that has feasted on opposing Quarterbacks and the 49ers signal caller suffered the same fate as many others. A measly 91 yards on 11 completions is all he could show for his day as he was harassed all game. Kaep didn't even manage four fantasy points, which was even less than I predicted, and means this pick was a win.

Predicted Stats - 21/38, 199 yards, 1 TD, 1 Int, 26 yards rushing - 12.56 points

Actual Stats - 11/22, 91 yards, 1 Int, 16 yards rushing - 3.24 points

RB

Start Alfred Morris -  The Butler had a very solid game against the terrible Minnesota defense rushing for 139 yards, just six more yards than I predicted. Unfortunately he did not have any touchdowns so his point total did not match up to the prediction but it was still a good day and good production in standard leagues, just not the inflated point totals that come from touchdowns. I'll call a wash for this pick. 

Predicted Stats - 133 yards, 2 TD, 1 rec, 6 yards - 25.9 points

Actual Stats - 139 yards - 13.9 points

Sit Arian Foster & Ben Tate - As most people though going into this game Arian Foster did not play, and it turns out he's been placed on Injured Reserve and is out for the year. Ben Tate did play but was already banged up and did not play the whole game. The stingy Cardinals defense held Tate to a very modest day and had the exact point total that I predicted which means a win for this pick.

Predicted Stats - 64 yards, 0 TD - 6.4 points

Actual Stats - 56 yards, 3 rec, 8 yards - 6.4 points

WR

Start Antonio Brown -  Depending on what type of league you are in, Antonio Brown either had a good day or he had a very good day. It was another typical day at the office for Brown and if you have him in a PPR league you are very pleased (as you usually are). Even if you have him in a standard league you can't complain as he was able to get over 100 yards receiving. The lack of a touchdown means he scored less points than I predicted but still put up the yardage. I'll score this a wash as it is similar to the Morris pick. 

Predicted Stats - 11 rec, 123 yards, 1 TD - 18.3 points

Actual Stats - 6 rec, 104 yards, 10.4 points

Sit Cecil Shorts - Even though the Jaguars put up 29 points and finally got their first win of the season, Shorts did not see good production just as I had predicted. The Jags jumped out to a lead and did not have to throw the ball like they usually do so Shorts did not have as many opportunities to put up points. Only two receptions on the day and another win for this pick. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 69 yards - 6.9 points

Actual Stats - 2 rec, 42 yards - 4.2 points

TE

Start Tim Wright - Did Tim Wright even play this week? He was targeted just one time the entire game since the Buccs were having good success in the run game against the Dolphins. I definitely expected much more from Wright this week and absolutely chalk this one up as a loss.

Predicted Stats - 8 rec, 75 yards, 2 TD - 19.5 points

Actual Stats - 1 rec, 19 yards - 1.9 points

Sit Jason Witten - I was very hesitant to tell you to sit a great player like Jason Witten, especially after his Week 9 performance. But just like I thought, the Cowboys were dedicated to the run in the first half and Witten did not see a lot of targets. The game was completely dominated by the Saints and despite no turnovers, Tony Romo had a terrible game. My riskiest prediction turned out to be a very easy win to cap off the picks for the week. 

Predicted Stats - 5 rec, 34 yards, 1 TD - 9.4 points

Actual Stats - 2 rec, 27 yards - 2.7 points

Overall, Week 10 was pretty good for my picks. I had four wins, two picks that were definite losses (Thanks Tim Wright), and two picks that were successful yet lacked the touchdowns to call them wins. I'm extremely pleased with my Jason Witten prediction and hopefully for this week I can give some more good advice. I will have the Week 11 Rankings and Start 'Em/Sit 'Em up before the Thursday night game. Thanks for reading and good luck in your matchups for Week 11.