Week 15 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Stevie Johnson and Other WRs to Sit

The following receivers belong on your fantasy bench in Week 15 of the NFL season: 

Steve Johnson, Bills

Johnson had just 20 yards in his first game with Miami, and the Dolphins pass defense has been better of late.

Add in the fact that Johnson is now dealing with a hand injury and you get a scary start for a playoff week. Are you willing to risk it? 

Deion Branch, Patriots

Branch was shut out against the Redskins last week, which marks the fifth time this season that he's had two or less catches in a game.

He also left with a groin injury, which makes him questionable to play on Sunday against Denver. Stash him on the bench.

Michael Crabtree, 49ers

I like the chemistry that Crabtree and Alex Smith are building, but that all changes with the Steelers coming into San Francisco on Monday night.

Pittsburgh is the top fantasy defense against opposing wide receivers in 2011. Crabtree will be shut down by Ike Taylor and company.

Andre Johnson, Texans

Johnson missed practice again on Thursday, putting his status for Sunday in serious doubt. Even if he does go, he'll likely be limited in some capacity.

I don't foresee the Texans pushing Johnson back with a playoff spot already locked up.

Jeremy Maclin, Eagles

Maclin (hamstring) will play this week. However, by the end of it, he might wish that he stayed on the sidelines.

He'll attempt to shake off the rust on Revis Island as the Jets visit Philadelphia. Give Maclin a fantasy vacation on your bench.