Fantasy Football's Week 13 Dark Horses

By John Arias

For some fantasy owners, their playoffs are starting this week, and for others, this is the last week to salvage their season. With only a few weeks left, these Dark Horses are sure to have a great week.

Steve Slaton, RB, Houston Texans

Breaking news, Ahman Green will no longer take away carries from rookie Steve Slaton. Green was put injured reserve and thus ending his season.

Houston plays the Jaguars, who are allowing over 114 yards a game on the ground. They have surrendered eight runs over 20 yards and nine touchdowns. Look for Slaton to take advantage of this match up.

Prediction: 21 carries for 119 yards; 4 receptions for 38 yards and a touchdown.

DeSean Jackson, WR, Philadelphia Eagles

The rookie from Cal has started to play better over his last three games. Over that span, he has...

14 receptions for 174 yards. Despite only one touchdown on the year, McNabb continues to look his way.

He ranks 15th among wide receivers in targets and 22nd in receiving yards (699). The Eagles host the Cardinals who have allowed a league-worst 22 touchdowns through the air.

Prediction: 6 receptions for 107 yards and a touchdown.

Matt Ryan, QB, Atlanta Falcons

Ryan is having one of the best starts for any rookie quarterback to start a career. Over his last seven games, he has thrown nine touchdowns and only four interceptions. In that span, he has thrown for 1,749. The Falcons play the Chargers who are last in the NFL against pass defense.

Prediction:  323 yards and three touchdowns.

Shaun Hill, QB, San Francisco 49ers

In three starts, Hill has thrown for two touchdowns and had his first 300-yard game of the year in his last start against the Cowboys. It is clear that the 49ers have their quarterback and Hill has made the most of his opportunity. The 49ers travel to Buffalo, who are devastated with injuries to DB’s Donte Whitner and Jabari Green.

Prediction: 269 yards and two touchdowns and one interception.

Anthony Gonzalez, WR, Indianapolis Colts

After a disappointing performance in Houston, Gonzalez had a great day in San Diego. He had six receptions for 95 yards and a touchdown. The Colts travel to Cleveland. Over his last three games, he has 16 receptions for 211 yards and three touchdowns.

Prediction: 5 receptions for 86 yards.

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