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What to Expect: This is another game where the Jaguars should be able to run all over their opponent. The Bengals, despite last week, are solid against the pass overall. That means running lanes.
Garrard is proving that his mobility is an asset to fantasy owners. Not only was he able to throw for two touchdowns against a defense that hadn't given up more than one in a game last week, he is also able to effectively run for yardage as well. Garrard is likely good two throwing touchdowns this week, but limited yardage through the air. He'll make up for it with 50 yards on the ground. Jones gets one, Reggie Williams the other. Williams will get Jones' if Jones is suspended.
Running the ball, you still have to like Jones-Drew more than Taylor. I'm down on Jones-Drew, but this could be the type of game that helps him to break out of it here. Look for him to score on the ground with 85 yards. Taylor is going to be more limited, in my view, but should reach 50 yards.
Stay away from all aspects of the Cincinnati passing game unless you're starting Houshmandzadeh. There is nothing else worth playing, and even Housh is borderline at this point. Ryan Fitzpatrick is doing his best to ruin any fantasy viability of all parties involved with this offense.
Cedric Benson should be able to run the same way that Jamal Lewis was able to run last week. I like Benson for 70 yards and a score. He's the only member on the Cincinnati side of the ball that I would want on my active roster. And that's only as a flex play.
Sleeper Pickup: Mike Walker. He's getting healthy, and should be looked at to grab any and all receptions once Jones is unavailable.
Sleeper Pickup: Mike Walker. He's getting healthy, and should be looked at to grab any and all receptions once Jones is unavailable.
Baltimore at Cleveland
Who to Start: Willis McGahee, Derek Anderson, Braylon Edwards
Who to Sit: Steve Heiden, Jamal Lewis, Joe Flacco, Ravens WRs
What to Expect: Baltimore's front seven is among the best in the league, and they're handling run defenses better than anyone. Add to that, despite an injured secondary, they've been able to hold opponents under 180 yards passing as well.
Who to Sit: Steve Heiden, Jamal Lewis, Joe Flacco, Ravens WRs
What to Expect: Baltimore's front seven is among the best in the league, and they're handling run defenses better than anyone. Add to that, despite an injured secondary, they've been able to hold opponents under 180 yards passing as well.
Those two sets of numbers don't bode well for the Cleveland offense. This is no doubt a grudge match, and points are always hard to come by when these teams meet. That said, someone needs to score for Cleveland. I don't think it will be Jamal Lewis. When a tough run defense comes his way, Lewis isn't able to do much. Asking him to break 60 yards is a stretch.
The passing game won't be much better. The Ravens could get Samari Rolle back this week, even though Chris McAllister likely won't see the field. With Rolle back, a secondary that is strong gets that much better. Edwards and Anderson have been getting on the same page, and I like Edwards to continue that with a touchdown catch against the Ravens.
There isn't much else to enjoy here, though. Because of how strong the front of the Ravens can be, it's likely that any Cleveland tight end will be needed to block. I don't like a big receiving day out of Heiden for that reason. Dinkins likely sees some additional time here. Avoid Anderson if you can.
On the Baltimore side, Willis McGahee didn't practice on Wednesday, but there is no indication that he will not be available against Cleveland. The Browns' passing defense isn't bad, and they'll need a healthy running back to pound away at some yards. If McGahee cannot go, I do like Le'Ron McClain as a quick-fix pickup.
Joe Flacco has been more consistent, and is coming off an impressive game last week. This is a different defense to face. I'd avoid any unnecessary Ravens for this one, including Derrick Mason. While Flacco likely throws for 190 and a touchdown, who that touchdown goes to is largely up for debate.
Not an offensive showing, this one will be.
Sleeper Pickup: Sorry, I'm avoiding this one. It's a grudge match, and that usually doesn't yield bonus points for going with deep sleepers.
Sleeper Pickup: Sorry, I'm avoiding this one. It's a grudge match, and that usually doesn't yield bonus points for going with deep sleepers.
Green Bay at Tennessee
Who to Start: Ryan Grant, Justin Gage
Who to Sit: Donald Driver, Aaron Rodgers
Who to Sit: Donald Driver, Aaron Rodgers
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