Fantasy Football's Week 11 Dark Horses

By John Arias

The season is coming down to the wire, and the Dark Horses keep producing. Kevin Smith and Ryan Torain (before the injury) did very well last week, and Week 11 is another week for others to shine.

Tyler Thigpen, QB, Kansas City Chiefs

Arguably, he is on the verge of becoming a No. 1 fantasy QB and this week he definitely should be considered such. The Chiefs will host the Saints, who rank 26th against the pass.

Thigpen looked great on Sunday throwing for 266 yards and a career high three touchdowns. His success should only get better based on the schedule for the rest of the year. He will face Bills, Oakland, Denver, San Diego, and Miami.

Prediction: 319 yards and two touchdowns

Shaun Hill, QB, San Francisco 49ers

Hill through for 217 yards and had two touchdowns and two interceptions. During the game, he looked very comfortable in Mike Martz's offense. He won his first two career games last year and was only two yards away from winning another.

The 49ers will host the Rams in Week 11. The Rams rank 27th against the pass (234) and have allowed 13 touchdowns. Hill should be better and his fantasy numbers will be intriguing.

Prediction: 267 yards and two touchdowns.

Kevin Boss, TE, New York Giants

Over his last three games, Boss has seen a rebirth to his season. He has scored a touchdown in three straight games and is getting better as the season goes on. The Giants will host the Ravens who were able to shut down Owen Daniels; however, Eli Manning is much better than Sage Rosenfels. Look for him to be targeted early and often.

Prediction: Four receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown

Torry Holt, WR, St. Louis Rams

Holt owners have had a long year. He has not been the same player as years previous, due to the inconsistency of the quarterback play in St. Louis. The Rams will play the 49ers and Holt should see plenty of action.

The 49ers are tied for 27th for allowing 14 touchdowns through the air. Whoever is the quarterback should have success on the 'Niners' week secondary.

Prediction: Seven receptions for 109 yards and a touchdown.

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