Fantasy Football Week 11: Top 20 Touchdown Targets You Must Play
Fantasy football Week 11 is the start of many leagues' stretch runs. It is a time when every game takes on added significance and weight. Finding the right players to play becomes even more important than it was before.
That fact makes this week's touchdown-target list even more important than usual. Knowing who will be getting a team's end-zone chances becomes more important than ever as your team tries to make a final push towards the postseason.
These 20 guys are the most likely candidates to get you that precious score. Let's get started.
20. BenJarvus Green-Ellis, RB, New England Patriots
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: The Law Firm has racked up six rushing touchdowns in seven games since becoming the Pats' starting running back. He is fresh off a performance in which he did everything but score a touchdown.
Who’s the Matchup: Indianapolis ranks 24th against the run and has allowed rushing touchdowns to four different teams, including multiple scores to two of them. The Colts struggle against power backs like Green-Ellis.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 6.5/10. The Law Firm should litigate his way into the end zone this week, although the Colts have shown the ability to block runners' motions.
19. Arian Foster, RB, Houston Texans
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Foster has been the most prolific player in all of fantasy football. We've gotten to a point where it's more shocking when he doesn't find his way into the end zone than it is when he does. He's got 10 rushing touchdowns and 11 scores overall in just nine games this season.
Who’s the Matchup: The Jets pose a serious threat to Foster's prolific ways, as they've allowed the fewest fantasy points to opposing runners of any team in football. However, there is hope, as they allowed Peyton Hillis to bull one in last week.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 6.5/10. Foster has a nose for the painted rectangle, but New York has a knack for keeping running backs out of it. Something has to give, right?
18. Dustin Keller, TE, New York Jets
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Keller is a physically-gifted tight end who had an epic hot streak earlier this season, posting five touchdowns over three games from Week 2 to Week 4. When quarterback Mark Sanchez looks his way, he's sure to find the end zone.
Who’s the Matchup: Houston ranks second-to-last against opposing tight ends. He has allowed seven touchdowns to the position on the year.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 6.5/10. If Sanchez looks Keller's way, he's a lock for a score—but it remains to be seen whether the second-year passer will look in the direction of his tight end, given his preferences in recent weeks.
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17. Steve Johnson, WR, Buffalo Bills
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Johnson was neutralized for the first time since Week 2. But he's still scored six touchdowns on the season. Quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick loves looking his way.
Who’s the Matchup: The Bengals have been burned by wideouts all season long. With the Bills' aerial attack, Johnson ought to get open once or twice downfield in this one.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 6.5/10. Johnson could be a decoy for Buffalo again this week, but given Cincinnati's recent inability to keep opposing wideouts out of the end zone, he should find his way in.
16. LeSean McCoy, RB, Philadelphia Eagles
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: McCoy is capable of scoring touchdowns at any time and it has racked up five rushing scores and a receiving score this season. He's not getting a ton of touches, but with the way he's capable of running, it doesn't matter.
Who’s the Matchup: The New York Giants rank third in the NFL against opposing running backs and they have done a good job of keeping opponents out of the end zone this season. However, they did allow 23 points to Cowboys runners in Week 10. McCoy's versatility could give them fits.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7/10. The Giants could be stumbling a bit after last week's loss. McCoy's dual-threat skills make him a prime candidate to sneak into the end zone.
15. Adrian Peterson, RB, Minnesota Vikings
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: To put things in perspective, last week was just the third time this year Peterson has failed to find the end zone in a game and the first time since Week 3. He's as bankable a back as you'll find in the NFL.
Who’s the Matchup: Green Bay ranks fifth in the NFL against opposing running backs and the Packers are capable of shutting down even elite opponents' run games.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7/10. Odds are good that AP finds his way back to the end zone, although there's always the chance Green Bay neutralizes him.
14. Vernon Davis, TE, San Francisco 49ers
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Davis is one of the best tight ends in football and he's the most reliable pass-catcher San Francisco has right now. He's scored four touchdowns this year and had one called back against St Louis this week.
Who’s the Matchup: Tampa Bay ranks 17th against opposing tight ends in 2010 and has allowed touchdowns to three teams' tight ends this year. However, it hasn't faced a player like Davis at the position.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7/10. Davis should have had himself another touchdown in Week 10, but a holding call negated it. Look for him to make up for it against a Tampa Bay defense that hasn't faced a tight end anywhere near his caliber all year.
13. Ray Rice, RB, Baltimore Ravens
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Rice has struggled to find the end zone in 2010, but he's got himself a nice matchup this week. His versatility lends itself well to finding his way into the painted rectangle.
Who’s the Matchup: Carolina ranks 22nd against opposing running backs and it has given up three touchdowns in the past two weeks to the position. The Panthers have allowed seven rushing touchdowns on the year.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7/10. If Rice can't find the end zone against Carolina, he might not be able to do it this year.
12. Brandon Lloyd, WR, Denver Broncos
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Lloyd is the best deep threat Denver has had in 2010. He's racked up six touchdowns as a result. He's capable of going off at any time and can score from anywhere.
Who’s the Matchup: San Diego ranks second in points allowed to opposing wideouts in 2010, but as we saw with Tennessee, they're capable of getting smoked over the top—which is Lloyd's area of expertise.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7/10. Brandon ought to get open on at least a couple of those deep balls that quarterback Kyle Orton loves to chuck his way.
11. Chris Johnson, RB, Tennessee Titans
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Nine rushing touchdowns in nine games in 2010. Chris Johnson might not eclipse 2,500 yards, as he said he would before the season, but he's still having a fantastic fantasy football season.
Who’s the Matchup: Washington ranks 13th against opposing running backs in 2010, but it has been routinely lit up by the position all season long. And it gives up rushing scores with regularity.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7.5/10. Johnson ought to find the end zone again this week and continue his torrid pace this season.
10. Greg Jennings, WR, Green Bay Packers
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Jennings has been a touchdown magnet in 2010, racking up six scores in nine games. He's been one of Aaron Rodgers' favorite targets this year. With few other healthy options, he figures to get plenty of looks in the red zone.
Who’s the Matchup: Minnesota ranks 16th against opposing wideouts, but it has allowed a receiver to score a touchdown in all but two games in 2010.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7.5/10. Guess where Rodgers is throwing in the red zone?
9. Dwayne Bowe, WR, Kansas City Chiefs
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: After a slow start to the year, Bowe has exploded over the last few weeks, racking up eight touchdown catches in his past five games. Every time it seems like the streak is going to end (like against Oakland), he manages another grab to keep it alive.
Who’s the Matchup: The Arizona Cardinals have struggled to contain even the most mediocre passing attacks in 2010. Bowe should give them fits all day.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7.5/10. Given the tear Dwayne has been on over the last five weeks, it's unlikely that Arizona's shaky secondary can stop him.
8. DeSean Jackson, WR, Philadelphia Eagles
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: With Michael Vick throwing the ball, Jackson has been almost unstoppable in 2010, racking up a touchdown in each of Vick's starts.
Who’s the Matchup: The New York Giants rank eighth in the NFL against wideouts in 2010, but they have allowed at least one touchdown to the position in each of their last four contests.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7.5/10. It's possible Vick's touchdown toss goes to Jackson's receiving corps partner, Jeremy Maclin. But given DeSean's track record with Vick, it should be him who finds his way into the end zone.
7. Andre Johnson, WR, Houston Texans
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Johnson has been sublime when he's been healthy in 2010. And he's a virtual lock for a touchdown every week. He's big, fast and has excellent hands, making him a fantastic end-zone target.
Who’s the Matchup: The Jets rank 25th against opposing wideouts in 2010, and they have allowed a touchdown to the position in every game but two this year.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 7.5/10. It's possible that Jets corner Darrelle Revis can lock down Johnson, but odds are good that he manages to find his way into the end zone yet again this week.
6. Jamaal Charles, RB, Kansas City Chiefs
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Charles has been one of the league's most explosive backs in 2010. He showed his versatility last week against Denver, managing a receiving touchdown in the Chiefs' blowout loss.
Who’s the Matchup: The Arizona Cardinals rank 30th in the NFL against running backs and they have allowed 10 rushing touchdowns on the season. They've let three straight opponents score on the ground.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 8/10. With Charles' versatility, he ought to find the end zone even if things turn sour for the run game like they did last week.
5. Rashard Mendenhall, RB, Pittsburgh Steelers
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Mendenhall has been a touchdown machine in 2010, scoring seven times in nine games this season.
Who’s the Matchup: Oakland has been atrocious against the run in 2010, ranking 26th in the NFL and allowing touchdowns to several opposing backs on the ground and through the air.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 8/10. Unless the Steelers run him like they did this week against New England, Mendenhall should find the end zone.
4. Peyton Hillis, RB, Cleveland Browns
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Can anyone stop Peyton Hillis in 2010? He's scored nine touchdowns in as many games and he has found the end zone in eight of those games. He's done it against good defenses and bad ones alike, and he doesn't seem to be slowing down.
Who’s the Matchup: Jacksonville ranks 23rd against the run in 2010 and it has allowed a rushing touchdown in four straight contests. It has allowed 11 rushing touchdowns in nine games to opposing backs.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 8.5/10. Hillis is a virtual lock to score, although he might not if Cleveland throws on the Jags' shoddy secondary instead.
3. Calvin Johnson, WR, Detroit Lions
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Calvin Johnson has been a beast in 2010, racking up nine touchdowns overall and scoring in six different games this season. He routinely beats double teams and his size, strength and hands make him a perfect touchdown target.
Who’s the Matchup: Dallas ranks second-to-last in the NFL against opposing receivers. They've given up at least one receiving touchdown in eight straight games. The Cowboys have looked awful defensively all season, but particularly against the pass.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 9/10. Unless Shaun Hill forgets Megatron is on the field, he should score at least one touchdown this week.
2. Roddy White, WR, Atlanta Falcons
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: White has scored seven touchdowns in nine games and he is the heart of the Falcons passing attack. He's capable of beating double teams and making big plays all game long. With Matt Ryan throwing him the ball, he finds the end zone as much as anyone.
Who’s the Matchup: The St. Louis Rams rank 12th against opposing wideouts in 2010, but they haven't faced someone quite like Roddy. The only teams that haven't scored a touchdown through wide receivers against the Rams this season have been the Bucs and Seahawks, neither of whom have a true No. 1 wideout right now.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 9.5/10. White's a virtual lock to get himself a score this week, whether St. Louis double teams him or not.
1. Frank Gore, RB, San Francisco 49ers
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Why He’s a Touchdown Target: Gore has been one of the NFL's best backs in 2010. His versatility has helped him find the end zone five times this season.
Who’s the Matchup: Tampa Bay ranks 28th against running backs this season. The Bucs have allowed five rushing touchdowns in their last three games.
Likelihood of a Touchdown: 10/10. If it doesn't come on the ground, Gore will catch a touchdown pass. But rest assured, he will find the end zone this week.
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