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I figure this would be a decent thread to have and maybe keep going throughout the year in the WSIS section, seeing as how many of us are looking at similar conundrums on a weekly basis.
QB
1. Peyton Manning - Aside from the obvious week 1 blowup, showing off his new toys, he's also got a spotty running game and will be going against a familiar foe facing the same RB issues.
2. Aaron Rodgers - That Washington defense looked awful suspect vs. a much lesser passer in Vick. This Packers defense also isn't exactly elite, and RGIII has some decent weapons. I see Rodgers with 350/3 with another possibly on the ground.
3. Eli Manning - They're now looking at Brandon Jacobs getting time. He threw the ball 42 times against Dallas; he'll be doing it even more this week with big bro likely lighting the NYG secondary up. This is gonna be a fun one to watch.
4. Drew Brees - Geno Smith was able to go for 256/1 against them. Brees should have 256/3 just in the first half.
5. Robert Griffin III - Even though he's a little hobbled, he's gonna be needing to throw and throw a lot. Kaep absolutely carved GB apart, I don't think RGIII will have any problem either.
RB
1. Adrian Peterson - He's the Alabama of NFL RBs: Until he's knocked off, he's #1. 3 TDs in week 1 solidified that notion. Racked up 308 total yards and 2 TDs last year vs. Chicago in 2 games.
2. Lesean McCoy - The 2-headed monster of Ben Tate and Arian Foster totaled 112 on the ground against SD. A fully healthy and in the zone McCoy should have similar numbers as week 1. Extra PPR points (8 RB receptions by Houston vs. SD).
3. Reggie Bush - A legit threat to go 100/100, Jim Schwartz said he's fine and they aren't gonna lighten his load. PPR+++
4. Jamaal Charles - Could've played more on Sunday but clearly wasn't needed. He's just fine. He will be needed against Dallas, and expect to see a steady diet, on the ground and through the air.
5. Matt Forte - Detroit had plenty of success on the ground vs. Minnesota, there's no reason Forte won't as well. Obvious a huge PPR bonus, as well.
WR
1. Demaryius Thomas - He's gonna be seeing his share of targets this week, along with the rest of the weapons in Denver, in what will likely become a shootout. This guy is an absolute monster.
2. Julian Edelman - Perhaps moreso in a PPR format, but he is gonna be getting his name called a LOT in week 2. Wouldn't be shocked to see 2-3 TDs.
3. Calvin Johnson - Come on... you knew he'd be here. It will be a hell of a test with Patrick Peterson and possibly Honey Badger draped over him, but he saw what were nearly 2 TDs narrowly taken away last week. He'll get his.
4. Victor Cruz - Has a WR ever started a season with 6 TDs in his first 2 games? Gotta like his chances. Against Denver, he'll get 14-16 targets at least.
5. Vincent Jackson - He had a ton of yards and catches in a low-scoring affair against NYJ. What's he gonna get against an abysmal NO defense that is gonna be supporting a high-flying NO offense? He could end up having the best week of them all.
TE
1. Jared Cook - Boy, does Bradford love this guy. He will need him against Atlanta's offense.
2. Jordan Cameron - Weeden is not Peyton, but we all saw what Julius Thomas did vs. Baltimore. Cameron is clearly Weeden's #1 target.
3. Julius Thomas - He isn't guaranteed to have huge numbers again with those weapons there, but they are gonna be throwing the ball a ton again, that's a guarantee.
4. Jason Witten - Bryant is dinged up, and while Austin looks great, we all know who Romo loves most.
5. Vernon Davis - Seems like he and Kaep are on good terms, and with Boldin being locked onto by Sherman, Davis is going to be needed.
DEF/ST
1. New England - I do not care about Buffalo having success, they are clearly more talented offensively than the NYJ. I don't see the Jets finding the end zone more than once.
2. Cincinnati - This Pittsburgh offense looks really stale, and they have 0 running game. We may be looking at a very long season in the Steel City.
3. Oakland - I have to say, they didn't look horrible @Indy, and I thought they'd give up 35 easy. Against Jacksonville in their home opener, I really like this matchup for them.
4. Houston - Tennessee looks out of sorts on offense, which is surprising given all of the offseason additions. Jake Locker's days are numbered. Held Tennessee to 14 or less in 3 of last 4 meetings.
5. Carolina - This is a really, really good defense. Buffalo looked OK Sunday, but Carolina has all of the tools to keep them in check.
Good luck everyone!
QB
1. Peyton Manning - Aside from the obvious week 1 blowup, showing off his new toys, he's also got a spotty running game and will be going against a familiar foe facing the same RB issues.
2. Aaron Rodgers - That Washington defense looked awful suspect vs. a much lesser passer in Vick. This Packers defense also isn't exactly elite, and RGIII has some decent weapons. I see Rodgers with 350/3 with another possibly on the ground.
3. Eli Manning - They're now looking at Brandon Jacobs getting time. He threw the ball 42 times against Dallas; he'll be doing it even more this week with big bro likely lighting the NYG secondary up. This is gonna be a fun one to watch.
4. Drew Brees - Geno Smith was able to go for 256/1 against them. Brees should have 256/3 just in the first half.
5. Robert Griffin III - Even though he's a little hobbled, he's gonna be needing to throw and throw a lot. Kaep absolutely carved GB apart, I don't think RGIII will have any problem either.
RB
1. Adrian Peterson - He's the Alabama of NFL RBs: Until he's knocked off, he's #1. 3 TDs in week 1 solidified that notion. Racked up 308 total yards and 2 TDs last year vs. Chicago in 2 games.
2. Lesean McCoy - The 2-headed monster of Ben Tate and Arian Foster totaled 112 on the ground against SD. A fully healthy and in the zone McCoy should have similar numbers as week 1. Extra PPR points (8 RB receptions by Houston vs. SD).
3. Reggie Bush - A legit threat to go 100/100, Jim Schwartz said he's fine and they aren't gonna lighten his load. PPR+++
4. Jamaal Charles - Could've played more on Sunday but clearly wasn't needed. He's just fine. He will be needed against Dallas, and expect to see a steady diet, on the ground and through the air.
5. Matt Forte - Detroit had plenty of success on the ground vs. Minnesota, there's no reason Forte won't as well. Obvious a huge PPR bonus, as well.
WR
1. Demaryius Thomas - He's gonna be seeing his share of targets this week, along with the rest of the weapons in Denver, in what will likely become a shootout. This guy is an absolute monster.
2. Julian Edelman - Perhaps moreso in a PPR format, but he is gonna be getting his name called a LOT in week 2. Wouldn't be shocked to see 2-3 TDs.
3. Calvin Johnson - Come on... you knew he'd be here. It will be a hell of a test with Patrick Peterson and possibly Honey Badger draped over him, but he saw what were nearly 2 TDs narrowly taken away last week. He'll get his.
4. Victor Cruz - Has a WR ever started a season with 6 TDs in his first 2 games? Gotta like his chances. Against Denver, he'll get 14-16 targets at least.
5. Vincent Jackson - He had a ton of yards and catches in a low-scoring affair against NYJ. What's he gonna get against an abysmal NO defense that is gonna be supporting a high-flying NO offense? He could end up having the best week of them all.
TE
1. Jared Cook - Boy, does Bradford love this guy. He will need him against Atlanta's offense.
2. Jordan Cameron - Weeden is not Peyton, but we all saw what Julius Thomas did vs. Baltimore. Cameron is clearly Weeden's #1 target.
3. Julius Thomas - He isn't guaranteed to have huge numbers again with those weapons there, but they are gonna be throwing the ball a ton again, that's a guarantee.
4. Jason Witten - Bryant is dinged up, and while Austin looks great, we all know who Romo loves most.
5. Vernon Davis - Seems like he and Kaep are on good terms, and with Boldin being locked onto by Sherman, Davis is going to be needed.
DEF/ST
1. New England - I do not care about Buffalo having success, they are clearly more talented offensively than the NYJ. I don't see the Jets finding the end zone more than once.
2. Cincinnati - This Pittsburgh offense looks really stale, and they have 0 running game. We may be looking at a very long season in the Steel City.
3. Oakland - I have to say, they didn't look horrible @Indy, and I thought they'd give up 35 easy. Against Jacksonville in their home opener, I really like this matchup for them.
4. Houston - Tennessee looks out of sorts on offense, which is surprising given all of the offseason additions. Jake Locker's days are numbered. Held Tennessee to 14 or less in 3 of last 4 meetings.
5. Carolina - This is a really, really good defense. Buffalo looked OK Sunday, but Carolina has all of the tools to keep them in check.
Good luck everyone!