1. Antonio Gates vs. Dallas Cowboys
Gates is back to his old ways dominating the middle of the football field and abusing Linebackers and Safeties. He was a one man wrecking crew in Cleveland hauling in eight balls for 167 yards. Dallas doesn’t have anyone who can cover him so expect at least one trip to the end zone on Sunday and a whole lot of yards.
2. Brent Celek vs. New York Giants
Jason Witten torched the Giants for 14 catches and 156 yards in Week 13. The Giants employ an ineffective zone defense which gives TEs a free release for an easy completion. And since they’ve shown no willingness to mix it up, expect Celek to be a big part of this week’s game plan and finish with an excellent evening.
3. Jason Witten vs. San Diego Chargers
The Cowboys line finally gave Romo enough protection to allow Witten to be a receiver last week and receive he did; he finished with 156 yards against the Giants. And thanks to a less than stellar Chargers pass rush, he’ll have another big fantasy football week right back.
4. Dallas Clark vs. Denver Broncos
The Colts have all but wrapped up home field advantage and are amazingly still playing for a perfect season. And Clark’s been a big reason for their success. Peyton Manning will target his TE over the middle and Clark will beat Dawkins for at least one TD.
Sleepers
1. Jeremy Shockey vs. Atlanta Falcons
Shockey’s seen his production drop the past month as Brees has been spreading the ball more to his receivers. The Falcons poor pass defense has been torched by opposing TEs and you can be sure Sean Payton has seen this on tape. Shockey’s an excellent fantasy sleeper in Week 14.
2. Heath Miller vs. Cleveland Browns
Gates terrorized Cleveland for 167 receiving yards on Sunday and could not be covered. And while Miller’s not on the same level as Gates, he’s certainly capable of 70 yards and a score this week.
Others We Like
Vernon Davis vs. Arizona Cardinals
Davis is a matchup nightmare and few teams have been able to stop him in 2009. The 49ers will need to pass in order to win on Monday so look for a strong outing for No. 85.
Visanthe Schiancoe vs. Cincinnati Bengals
Put Schiancoe down for a TD per week as he’s Favre’s go to guy near the goal line. The Bengals terrific CB play will also limit the Vikings receivers opportunities and mean more for Schiancoe, so chalk up another score on Sunday.
Tony Gonzalez vs. New Orleans Saints
The Falcons will be in pass mode against the Saints and No. 88 will be a big part of the attack. The Saints defense is struggling with injuries so expect a strong game for Gonzalez.
A Few More
Kevin Boss vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Jermichael Finley vs. Chicago Bears
Greg Olsen vs. Green Bay Packers
