Week 11 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Adrian Peterson and Top RBs You Must Play

With just a few weeks away until the fantasy football playoffs start, it's good to know you have one player you can always rely on. If that player happens to be a running back, then you're in extremely good hands. 

Running backs are the most important position in fantasy football because oftentimes they tend to be boom or bust. This is exactly why it is very crucial to have a solid player that will never let you down. 

Occasionally, there will be games that aren't impressive, but the majority of times, this player comes through big time. 

Here are three running backs you can count on for big fantasy football performances in Week 11. 

Adrian Peterson 

The Minnesota Vikings' top player is going to thrive on Sunday when the Oakland Raiders come into town. Peterson has seven touchdowns in his last five games, and his streak of dominance will continue in Week 11. 

The Raiders rank 25th in the NFL against the run, allowing an average 132 yards per game. They did a great job of shutting down the Chargers last week, but San Diego didn't run the ball that often, nor do they have anyone of Peterson's ability. 

Peterson will cruise through Week 11 and greatly please his fantasy football owners. 

Matt Forte 

Staying with an NFC North back, Forte has the task of going up against the Chargers this Sunday, who have been on the decline in the last month.

San Diego ranks 24th in the league against the run, and last week they allowed Michael Bush of the Raiders to rush for more than 150 yards. 

Forte leads the Bears in rushing and receiving, averaging five cards a carry and 10 yards a reception.

He does it all for Chicago, and they won't stray away from him on Sunday against San Diego because he gives the Bears the best chance to win. 

Marshawn Lynch 

The Seattle Seahawks running back may seem like he doesn't belong here, but given his matchup he definitely does. The St. Louis Rams will host the Seahawks this weekend, and Lynch will easily excel against the worst rushing defense in the league. 

Lynch has had his ups and downs this season, but he has really turned it on in the last few weeks. Three straight weeks with a touchdown and two straight weeks of 100 or more rushing yards equals a big day for Lynch in Week 11. 

The Rams will struggle to slow down Lynch, who will get 25-30 carries on Sunday, and he will make the most of his opportunities. 

Rounding out my top five for fantasy running backs in Week 11 are Maurice Jones-Drew, who takes on the depleting Cleveland Browns and LeSean McCoy, who has to be perfect for the Eagles in a do-or-die game against their arch rival, the New York Giants.