1. Adrian Peterson vs. Chicago Bears
Some of AD’s best games in his career have come at the expense of the Bears. In his rookie year, he went for 224 yards and 3 TDs and has consistently eaten up Chicago’s defense. This week will be no different; expect 150 plus yards with a few scores.
2. Steven Jackson vs. Seattle Seahawks
No. 39 has been a one man wrecking crew the past few weeks gaining over 100 yards and a TD against both the Saints and Cardinals. This week, he has an easier matchup than the past two and will top 100 yards with 2 TDs.
3. Marion Barber vs. Oakland Raiders
The Bengals No. 2 option, Bernard Scott, torched the anemic Raiders defense for 119 yards. The Cowboys should enjoy a healthy lead on Thursday and Barber will get 20 plus carries and top the 100 yard mark with 2 TDs.
4. Cedric Benson vs. Cleveland Browns
Benson took Week 11 off to rest his hip but should be ready to go in this one. Look for another 25 plus carries with 100 yards and a score against a very soft Browns defense.
Sleepers
1. Knowshon Moreno vs. New York Giants
While the Broncos offensively have hit a wall, Moreno has a chance to have a nice game against the Giants on Thanksgiving Night. New York’s defense has been plagued by poor scheming and opposing RBs have had success against their front seven. He’s a solid fantasy sleeper in Week 12.
2. Jamaal Charles vs. San Diego Chargers
Charles’ speed make him a dangerous threat as a receiver out of the backfield as well as when running the ball. The Chargers have addressed some of their run defense issues but will be tested by the 2nd year back on Sunday. He could break 100 total yards and find the end zone.
Others We Like
Ricky Williams vs. Buffalo Bills
The Bills did an excellent job stopping Maurice Jones-Drew as they committed extra men into the box. But overall they’ve been extremely poor against the run in 2009. Look for Williams to enjoy an excellent day and top 100 yards with a few TDs.
DeAngelo Williams vs. New York Jets
The Jets have been unable to overcome the loss of DT Kris Jenkins and opposing RBs have pretty much had their way with this unit. Williams has put up impressive numbers over the past month and Carolina will once again rely on the running game to set-up the pass. Look for Williams to top 100 yards with a TD.
Chris Johnson vs. Arizona Cardinals
The Cardinals top five rushing defense has given up 100 yards and a score in consecutive weeks. This week they face the most dangerous RB in the game right now; Johnson can beat you on the ground and as a receiver out of the backfield and we think he’ll top 150 totals yards with two scores here.
A Few More
Maurice Jones-Drew vs. San Francisco 49ers
Thomas Jones vs. Carolina Panthers
Kevin Smith vs. Green Bay Packers
LaDainian Tomlinson vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Ryan Grant vs. Detroit Lions
