Fantasy Football Week 6: 10 Under-the-Radar Point Machine Sleepers

Heading into week 6 of the 2010 NFL season, numerous under-the-radar players have already begun making a name for themselves.

And today, we’re going to be taking a closer look at 10 point machine sleepers. 

So, who are those top 10 sleeper stars? Let’s begin…

QB Matt Cassel, Kansas City Chiefs

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KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 26: Matt Cassel #7 of the Kansas City Chiefs passes the ball against the San Francisco 49ers at Arrowhead Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Chiefs won 31-10. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Matt Cassel and the Kansas City Chiefs will be facing a Houston Texans team still searching for it’s secondary identity, especially in terms of pass defense.

And if Cassel can connect with a couple of his talented wide receivers, he could have a very big game on Sunday in Houston.

Houston’s defense is also allowing close to 330 yards and two touchdowns per game, something fantasy owners may want to consider in a last-second push to start Cassel.

RB Mike Hart, Indianapolis Colts

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - OCTOBER 10: Mike Hart #32 of the Indianapolis Colts runs with the football against the Kansas City Chiefs at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 10, 2010 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Colts defeated the Chiefs 19-9. (Photo by Scott Boehm/Getty

As noted time and time again leading up to tomorrow’s showdowns, Colts running back Joseph Addai continues to deal with ailing injury issues and could miss week 6.

With that in mind, backup running back Mike Hart could have a huge breakout performance this week against a weak Washington Redskins defense.

Plus, if Addai ends up still being questionable come game time on Sunday, the Colts could easily rest the battered RB in favor of Hart—especially with Indianapolis’ bye-week coming in week 7.

WR Dexter McCluster, Kansas City Chiefs

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KANSAS CITY, MO - SEPTEMBER 26: Dexter McCluster #22 of the Kansas City Chiefs runs downfield with a 31-yard touchdown reception against the San Francisco 49ers at Arrowhead Stadium on September 26, 2010 in Kansas City, Missouri. The Chiefs won 31-10. (Ph

Another Kansas City player to join the ranks on this week’s top 10 sleepers is Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster, who could be a targeted recipient of numerous passes this weekend in Houston.

The rookie sensation also has the legs to do some damage with the pigskin on both run plays and kick returns, so don’t be surprised if McCluster has a fantasy owner’s dream day when the Chiefs face the Texans tomorrow afternoon.

Regardless, look for McCluster to be one of the top sleepers in the NFL’s week 6 action.

WR Damian Williams, Tennessee Titans

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CHARLOTTE, NC - AUGUST 28: Wide receiver Damian Williams #17 of the Tennessee Titans drops the ball as Jamar Williams #53 of the Carolina Panthers drags him down during their preseason game at Bank of America Stadium on August 28, 2010 in Charlotte, North

The Tennessee Titans will be battling the Jacksonville Jaguars in this week’s Monday Night Football showdown, and it should be a great game from start to finish.

In addition, the game should be a phenomenal opportunity for Titans wide receiver Damian Williams to have a breakout performance.

Although he is normally a third option to Tennessee QB Vince Young, Williams could easily do some damage if fantasy owner’s decide to start him this weekend.

RB Brandon Jacobs, New York Giants

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 03: Chris Harris #46 of the Chicago Bears tries to tackle Brandon Jacobs #27 of the New York Giants at New Meadowlands Stadium on October 3, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Heiman/Getty Images)

Brandon Jacobs and the New York Giants will be facing a Detroit Lions team that ranks near the cellar in rush defense.

And that in and of itself could mean a breakout game for Giants RB Jacobs.

Jacobs has also scored in two straight contests, and he aims to make it three straight when the Giants beat the Lions.

WR Kenny Britt, Tennessee Titans

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INDIANAPOLIS - DECEMBER 06: Kenny Britt #18 of the Tennessee Titans runs with the ball during the NFL game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 6, 2009 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Kenny Britt, yet another target on a talented Tennessee Titans receiving core, could have a breakout game on Monday against Jacksonville.

In addition, Britt has also been the recipient of touchdown passes in three consecutive contests, as he aims to make it four straight on Monday night.

Look for Tennessee QB Vince Young to connect with Britt for at least one score, and maybe more, in this week’s Monday Night Football matinee against the Jags.

WR Michael Jenkins, Atlanta Falcons

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ATLANTA - DECEMBER 13: Darren Sharper #42 of the New Orleans Saints tackles Michael Jenkins #12 of the Atlanta Falcons at Georgia Dome on December 13, 2009 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Saints won 26-23. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Even without injured wide receiver Michael Jenkins, the Atlanta Falcons have managed to get off to a hot start in 2010.

And with Jenkins now being cleared to return this weekend for Atlanta, look for the talented Falcons wide-out to remind the world how good he really is.

The Falcons face the Philadelphia Eagles in what will surely be a barn burner tomorrow afternoon, and Jenkins could easily be a deciding sleeper factor for a fantasy team owner.

WR Brandon Gibson, St. Louis Rams

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ST. LOUIS - SEPTEMBER 2: Brandon Gibson #11 of the St. Louis Rams looks to get over Haruki Nakamura #43 and Antwan Barnes #50 of the Baltimore Ravens during an NFL preseason game at the Edward Jones Dome on September 2, 2010 in St. Louis, Missouri. (Phot

St. Louis will be battling the San Diego Charges this weekend, and Rams wide receiver Brandon Gibson is due for a big game.

Will Gibson be the shining star on your fantasy team in week 6?

No, he won’t; but you can at least count on the possibility of him being a major sleeper this weekend for a Rams team aiming to battle back from a week 5 loss.

RB Mike Tolbert, San Diego Chargers

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OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 10: Mike Tolbert #35 of the San Diego Chargers runs with the ball during their game against the Oakland Raiders at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on October 10, 2010 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Another consideration for week 6 sleepers is Chargers running back Mike Tolbert, as San Diego faces the St. Louis Rams on Sunday afternoon.

And although Tolbert had a weak performance in week 5 against Oakland, look for him to return with a vengeance this weekend.

Plus, regardless of his pitiful outing last weekend, Tolbert still managed to score a TD and will be aiming for more tomorrow.

RB Isaac Redman, Pittsburgh Steelers

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - AUGUST 21: Isaac Redman #33 of the Pittsburgh Steelers rushes in for a touchdown against the New York Giants during their preseason game at New Meadowlands Stadium on August 21, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Nick La

The Pittsburgh Steelers will be hosting the Cleveland Browns this weekend, and that opens the door for running back Isaac Redman to have a breakout performance.

Redman, who is second on the Steelers team in carries this season, could have a huge game for fantasy owners in week 6.

Especially if Pittsburgh has the game pretty much wrapped up by halftime: a major possibility.

Regardless of the final score, look for Redman to be one of the NFL’s top sleepers this weekend.

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