Must Start

Calvin Johnson, AJ Green, Antonio Brown, Jordy Nelson, Demaryius Thomas and Brandon Marshall

Tier 1

Emmanuel Sanders vs. Stl – He’s starting every week.

Jeremy Maclin vs. GB – Maclin will top 20 FFL points.

Julio Jones vs. Car – Jones will top 100 yards with a score.

TY Hilton vs. NE – This game could be a shootout.

DeSean Jackson vs. TB – Jackson will top 100 with a score this week.

Golden Tate vs. Arz – The Cards have struggled stopping the pass.

Mike Evans vs. Was – Evans is coming into his own. Found the end zone multiple weeks.

Anquan Boldin vs. NYG – New York’s secondary is depleted.

Michael Crabtree vs. NYG – See above.

Alshon Jeffery vs. Min – Jeffery will return to the end zone and top 90 yards.

Odell Beckham vs. SF – Beckham will top the century mark again as the Giants find different ways to get him involved.

Kelvin Benjamin vs. Atl – Benjamin cleaned up in garbage time MNF and has another easy match-up here.

Tier 2

Martavis Bryant vs. Ten – The rookie has scored six TDs in four games.

Brandin Cooks vs. Cin – Another rookie who is stepping up. His speed will create problems for the Bengals.

Pierre Garcon vs. TB – He appears to play 2nd fiddle to Jackson in RGIII’s offense, but the Bucs give up a lot through the air.

Andre Johnson vs. Cle – The Bengals D is playing very well. This pushes Johnson down a notch this week.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs. Chi – The Bears D is in shambles.

Greg Jennings vs. Chi – Jennings is a No. 3 and will top 70 passing yards.

Larry Fitzgerald vs. Det – The Lions D keeps Fitzgerald at a No. 3 WR this week.

Reggie Wayne vs. NE – The Pats will keep his yards in check but a solid PPR play.

Keenan Allen vs. Oak – Allen is a flex at this point.

Dwayne Bowe vs. Sea – Expect Bowe to haul in 5-6 catches and 70 yards.

Julian Edelman vs Ind – Strong in PPR leagues. Brady and Lafell are still working to get on the same page.

Jordan Matthews vs. GB – It looks like the switch to QB Mark Sanchez will benefit him tremendously.

Bust

Mike Wallace vs. Buf – His QB is banged up and the Bills play stout D.

Fantasy Sleeper

Andre Holmes vs. SD – Torched SD for 2 TDs in their earlier contest and faces a depleted secondary again.

Must Start

Antonio Brown, Dez Bryant, Demaryius Thomas, Jordy Nelson, AJ Green, Julio Jones and Calvin Johnson

Tier 1

Golden Tate vs. Atl – Tate stepped up big-time with Megatron out.

Alshon Jeffery vs. NE – Figure Revis will lockdown Marshall which will open plays for Jeffery.

DeSean Jackson vs. Dal – His speed will prove too great for at least one long TD.

Emmanuel Sanders vs. SD – Look for 8 catches and 100 yards on TNF.

Jeremy Maclin vs. Arz – The Cards have been susceptible to the deep passing game.

Vincent Jackson vs. Min – Minnesota’s secondary is a weakness. Expect Jackson to top 100 yards with a TD.

Sammy Watkins vs. NYJ – Had his coming out party against the Vikings and the Jets secondary is in shambles.

Randall Cobb vs. NO – He’ll top 18 points in PPR leagues. Rodgers and his receivers are dialed in.

TY Hilton vs. Pit – Luck’s favorite target will top 125 yards with a TD.

Andre Johnson vs. Ten – Look for Johnson to do a number on his rival once again.

Tier 2

Mike Wallace vs. Jax – Expect Wallace to top 70 yards with a TD.

Terrance Williams vs. Was – There will be a lot of plays to be made on the Skins secondary.

Brandon Lafell vs. Chi – He is slowly working his way to becoming Brady’s top target.

Doug Baldwin vs. Car – He’s become the No. 1 by default. Faces a poor Panthers D.

Kendall Wright vs. Hou – The only viable starting WR on Ten will top 10 points here.

Kelvin Benjamin vs. Sea – The Seahawks have given up a lot of passing yards this year. Benjamin is a No. 3 who might find the end zone.

Dwayne Bowe vs. Stl – The Rams have given up a number of big plays. Bowe will put up 75 yards and find the end zone.

Michael Floyd vs. Phi – Look for Palmer to use his deep threat against a susceptible pass D.

Steve Smith vs. Cin – Smith torched the Bengals in the opener. Look for another long TD.

Torrey Smith vs. Cin – The Bengals are in a defensive slump. Smith is a 60 yard candidate with a TD.

Mohamed Sanu vs. Bal – Look for a bounce back from the disappointing Week 7.

Percy Harvin vs. Buf – Expect a solid game with a trip to the end zone in Harvin’s first game as a Jet.

Julian Edelman vs. Chi – Stronger fit in PPR leagues but is starting to be overshadowed by Lafell.

Reggie Wayne vs. Pit – Look for Luck to get the vet involved early. 70 yards and a TD.

DeSean Jackson vs. Dal – Colt McCoy’s presence can’t help but put Jackson down a notch.

Bust

Brandon Marshall vs. NE – Revis will lock down Marshall.

Fantasy Sleeper

Keenan Allen vs. Den – Expect Allen to breakout in a game that the Chargers will be throwing.

Calvin Johnson, Dez Bryant, Julio Jones, Jordy Nelson, Antonio Brown and Brandon Marshall

Tier 1

Alshon Jeffery vs. GB – He’s closer to full strength.

Victor Cruz vs. Was – The Skins secondary is dangerously thin.

Pierre Garcon vs. NYG – The Giants sometimes let receivers run free down the seam.

Michael Crabtree vs. Phi – Crabtree will top 8 catches for 100 yards in this one.

Jeremy Maclin vs. SF – Expect Maclin to break some big plays against this set of DBs.

Vincent Jackson vs. Pit – He’s Mike Glennon’s go to guy.

Randall Cobb vs. Chi – Rodgers will target him over the middle and in the mid range passing game.

Julian Edelmen vs. KC – Dynamite in PPR leagues.

Steve Smith vs. Car – Expect Smith to had added emotion facing his former team.

TY Hilton vs. Ten – Look for Hilton to reach the end zone.

DeSean Jackson vs. NYG – Historically, he has had success against the Giants.

Anquan Boldin vs. Phi – This could end up being a shootout. His value is more in PPR leagues.

Keenan Allen vs. Jax – Allen will have his first breakout game of the year.

Tier 2

Andre Johnson vs. Buf – Fitzpatrick makes him a No. 2 at best.

Mike Evans vs. Pit – The rookie is improving each week. There will be plays to be had against this depleted unit.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs. Atl – The loss of Adrian Peterson has hurt his productivity, but the Falcons don’t pose much threat.

Roddy White vs. Min – Check the injury report.

DeAndre Hopkins vs. Buf – He’s a solid No. 2 and is really emerging in year 2.

Sammy Watkins vs. Hou – Watkins is a bounce back threat after a poor game against the Chargers.

Brandin Cooks vs. Dal – Look for Brees to attack the Cowboys down the field.

Bust

Reggie Wayne vs. Ten – Wayne’s rounding his way back into form and faces a tough test here.
Fantasy Sleeper

Terrance Williams vs. NO – Something is not right in the Saints D and this game could be a shootout.

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11. Randall Cobb, GB – A healthy Cobb is a clear No. 1 especially in PPR leagues.

12. Larry Fitzgerald, Arz – Look for Larry to be a borderline No. 1 / high No. 2 in Arian’s offense.

13. Keenan Allen, SD – Could emerge as a fantasy stud and top 10 WR in his 2nd year.

14. Andre Johnson, Hou – The big question mark is at QB, but O’brien will use Johnson properly.

15. DeSean Jackson, Was – RGIII will make use of his speed.

16. Pierre Garcon, Was – The Skins passing attack will be revitalized with the Shanahan’s gone.

17. Victor Cruz, NYG – He’s a borderline No. 1 in PPR leagues. Giants new offense will use him fully.

18. Roddy White, Atl – Last year was ruined due to injury. Potential top 12 receiver end of year.

19. Michael Crabtree, SF – There will be a lot of guys who want balls in SF, but Crabtree is the best.

20. Percy Harvin, Sea – He’s the Seahawks No. 1 threat who will be used creatively due to his versatility.

21. Cordarrelle Patterson, Min – Has a chance to become a superstar and catapult this list by year end. Freakish speed.

22. Wes Welker, Den – He still gets it done, especially with Peyton throwing to him.

23. Torrey Smith, Bal – The addition of Steve Smith and return of a healthy TE Dennis Pitta will take pressure off of him.

24. Jeremy Maclin, Phi – Chip Kelly’s offense will get the most out of his abilities.

25. Michael Floyd, Arz – Floyd emerged over the 2nd half of last year. That ascent will continue.

26. TY Hilton, Ind – He and Luck have a tremendous rapport.

27. Julian Edleman, NE – He’s a solid No. 2 in PPR leagues. Brady loves him.

28. Emmanuel Sanders, Den – He’ll replace Eric Decker in this offense.

29. Golden Tate, Det – The attention Megatron receives will benefit Tate in Detroit.

30. Marques Colston, NO – He is still a go to guy for Brees.

1. Calvin Johnson vs. NYG – Johnson will top 150 yards with 1-2 TDs.

2. AJ Green vs. Min – The Vikings secondary is very friendly.

3. Brandon Marshall vs. Phi – Marshall has a decided edge over the Eagles secondary.

4. Dez Bryant vs. Was –Bryant will rebound with a 125 yard effort and 1-2 TDs.

Not far behind

DeSean Jackson vs. Chi – Look for Jackson’s speed to prove too much for the Bears.

Demaryius Thomas vs. Hou – He and Manning will get back into the end zone.

Keenan Allen vs. Oak – The rookie sensation will reach the end zone again vs. the Raiders.

Rounding things out

Antonio Brown vs. GB – Roethlisberger’s top target will reach 100 yards on 8 catches and notch a TD.

Jordy Nelson vs. Pit – His rankings increases if Rodgers returns.

Pierre Garcon vs. Dal – Did you see the Cowboys try and cover in Week 15?

Alshon Jeffery vs. Phi – No. 1b on the Bears is making bigger plays of the two.

Marques Colston vs. Car – Look for Colston to find success again vs. the Panthers.

Michael Crabtree vs. Atl – The Falcons secondary is horrendous which will be exposed by Crabtree.

Julian Edleman vs. Bal – His value is plentiful in PPR leagues.

Eric Decker vs. Hou – Manning’s top target in recent weeks will get back on track this week.

Kendall Wright vs. Jax – Fitzpatrick’s play is benefiting Wright’s fantasy value.

Andre Johnson vs. Den – He’s a No. 2 WR due to the regression by Case Keenum.

Torrey Smith vs. NE – Speed receivers give the Patriots secondary trouble.

Anquan Boldin vs. Atl – He’ll reach 75 yards with a TD.

Potential Bust – Beware

Larry Fitzgerald vs. Sea – It’s tough sledding against this Seahawks secondary in Seattle.

Cream of the crop

1. Calvin Johnson vs. Bal – The Ravens pass D has been vulnerable. Not that Megatron needed anymore help.

2. Demaryius Thomas vs. SD – Thomas killed SD last time and Welker is likely out.

3. AJ Green vs. Pit – The vaunted Steelers pass D is no more.

4. DeSean Jackson vs. Min – His speed will torch the Vikings.

Not far behind

Dez Bryant vs. GB  – He’ll get back on track with a monster effort vs. the Packers.

Josh Gordon vs. Chi – Gordon’s emerged as the top fantasy receiver over the past month by setting NFL records.

Andre Johnson vs. Ind – Look for Johnson’s torrid pace to continue this week.

Rounding things out

Jordy Nelson vs. Dal – If Rodgers is back, he rates even higher. Dallas’s pass D is horrible.

Keenan Allen vs. Den – The Chargers excellent rookie will torment the depleted Broncos secondary.

Brandon Marshall vs. Cle – Tough match-up facing CB Joe Haden but Marshall is tough on all CBs.

Alshon Jeffery vs. Cle – Haden can only cover one at a time.

Larry Fitzgerald vs. Ten – Fitzgerald will find the end zone once again.

Roddy White vs. Was – The Skins are going through the motions.

Dwayne Bowe vs. Oak – The Chiefs face a Raiders team whose secondary has regressed.

Pierre Garcon vs. Atl – He is one of the few Washington starters left worth starting.

Eric Decker vs. SD – Decker’s been on fire the past few weeks.

Julian Edleman vs. Mia – Look for him to pick up additional targets with Gronkowski out.

Michael Crabtree vs. TB – He’ll top 80 yards with a TD vs. the Bucs.

Torrey Smith vs. Det – The Lions feature one of the worst secondaries. Smith’s speed will translate to long gains.

Mike Wallace vs. NE – Expect the Fins to get Wallace involved early and he’ll find success against a less than stellar Pats D.

Harry Douglas vs. Was – Also worth starting.

Kendall Wright vs. Arz – The Cards pass D isn’t as good on the road.

Cordarrelle Patterson vs. Phi – The rookie is progressing each week and broke out against the Ravens.

Cecil Shorts vs. Buf – Shorts will top 80 yards with a score.

Potential Bust – Beware

Victor Cruz vs. Sea – The Seahawks D will overpower the Giants and shut Cruz down.

1. Calvin Johnson vs. Chi – The top fantasy football WR will top 150 yards with 2 TDs.

2. Dez Bryant vs. NO – Bryant will overmatch the Saints secondary all evening.

3. Demaryius Thomas vs. SD – Look for Thomas to top 100 yards with 1-2 TDs in San Diego.

4. Andre Johnson vs. Arz – Johnson’s stock is up with Keenum behind center.

Not far behind

AJ Green vs. Bal – Dalton’s improved deep ball is paying dividends for Green owners.

Brandon Marshall vs. Det – The Lions secondary ranks near the bottom of the league.

Victor Cruz vs. Oak – The Giants’ receivers are salivating at this matchup.

Rounding things out

Wes Welker vs. SD – Look for Welker to find the end zone once, maybe twice.

TY Hilton vs. Stl – Hilton stepped up in Wayne’s absence a week ago.

DeSean Jackson vs. GB – The Eagles offense works better with Foles under center.

Pierre Garcon vs. Min – The Vikings secondary is one of the worst in the NFL. Look for the Skins to stretch the field.

Hakeem Nicks vs. Oak – Nicks will score his 1^st TD of the season  and top 90 yards.

Alshon Jeffery vs. Det – There’s plenty to go around when facing this Lions secondary.

Terrance Williams vs. NO – He’s a nice fantasy sleeper this week. The Cowboys receivers will stretch the Saints D.

Vincent Jackson vs. Mia – Jackson will top 70 yards with a TD.

Larry Fitzgerald vs. Hou – The Texans secondary is vulnerable to big play receivers.

Eric Decker vs. SD – All three receivers are fantasy worthy this week.

Keenan Allen vs. Den – He’ll likely pick up a lot of yards and maybe a score in garbage time.

Antonio Brown vs. Buf – He’s a solid No. 2. 10-15 fantasy points is his range.

Steve Smith vs. SF – Smith has an advantage over the 49ers DBs.

Mike Wallace vs. TB – The Fins will use his deep speed vs. a D that struggles with speed guys.

Jordy Nelson vs. Phi – Make sure Aaron Rodgers is back in the lineup.

Stevie Johnson vs. Pit – The Steelers pass D is no longer feared.

Golden Tate vs. Atl – Tate has emerged as the Seahawks No. 1 threat. However, no more than a flex play.

Potential Bust – Beware

Anquan Boldin vs. Car – The Panthers D will be one of the better ones SF plays all year. Boldin will be limited.

1. Dez Bryant vs. Min – The Vikings are decimated in the secondary which is not good news when facing Bryant.

2. AJ Green vs. Mia – Dalton’s getting better at the deep ball and Green’s topped 100 yards multiple weeks.  He’ll return to the end zone Thursday.

3. Jordy Nelson vs. Chi – Rodgers and Nelson are in synch now.

4. DeSean Jackson vs. Oak – The return of Nick Foles will put Jackson over 100 yards.

Not far behind

Brandon Marshall vs. GB – The loss of Cutler hurts, but Marshall will get his.

Antonio Brown vs. NE – He’s a very strong play in PPR leagues. CB Talib may be back but not at 100%.

Andre Johnson vs. Ind – The switch from Schaub has infused life into this passing offense.

Rounding things out

Keenan Allen vs. Was – The Skins have one of the worst defenses in the NFL.

Mike Wallace vs. Cin – Wallace is familiar with the Bengals D from his years in Pit.

Denarius Moore vs. Phi – Look for Moore and Pryor to connect on a long TD.

Danny Amendola vs. Pit – He and Brady will fare better in his 2^nd game back.

Steve Smith vs. Atl – Smith will top 100 yards with a long TD against the Falcons.

Kenny Stills vs. NYJ – The Jets pass D has issues coming off the shellacking in Cincy.

TY Hilton vs. Hou – Look for Luck to make Hilton his No. 1 pass catcher with Wayne done for the year.

Golden Tate vs. TB – He’s the default No. 1 until Harvin returns.

Torrey Smith vs. Cle – Temper expectations a bit due to CB Joe Hayden, but Smith will hit 12 fantasy points.

Dwayne Bowe vs. Buf – Bowe should produce 10-15 fantasy points against a Bills secondary giving up a lot of points in the passing game.

Harry Douglas vs. Car – He’s more valuable in PPR leagues this week.

Pierre Garcon vs. SD – He’s a low No.2 / flex play against the Chargers.

Alshon Jeffery vs. GB – He’s also a low No. 2 with a back-up QB in there.

Potential Bust – Beware

Vincent Jackson vs. Sea – Jackson’s going to find the going tough vs. the Seahawks secondary.

1. Calvin Johnson vs. Chi – The Bears have given up a lot of yards and TDs to opposing WRs.

2 Julio Jones vs. NE – The Patriots have NO ONE who can stay with Jones.

3. Demaryius Thomas vs. Phi – The Eagles secondary gets torched on a weekly basis.

4. Dez Bryant vs. SD – The Chargers will get torched by Dez to the tune of 125 yards and a TD.

Not too far behind

Reggie Wayne vs. Jax – It’s the Jags, who get steamrolled by everyone.

Brandon Marshall vs. Det – The Bears will attack the Lions through the air.

AJ Green vs. Cle – The match-up is tough but Green’s performed well vs. the Browns and CB Joe Haden over his career.

Rounding things out

Vincent Jackson vs. Arz – There are lots of problems in Tampa, but Jackson is not one of them.

Victor Cruz vs. KC – Things all depend on the Giants O Line. If Eli’s given time, Cruz will shine.

Wes Welker vs. Phi – Welker is excellent in fantasy PPR leagues and could reach the end zone 1-2 times.

Antonio Brown vs. Min – The Vikings pass D is horrible.

Pierre Garcon vs. Oak – The Skins will target Garcon for a big afternoon in the black hole.

Desean Jackson vs. Den – His speed will earn him a 50 yard + TD.

Torrey Smith vs. Buf – This may be the game he finally gets into the end zone.

Josh Gordon vs. Cin – He had a tremendous first game back and the Bengals have give up big plays.

Mike Wallace vs. NO – The Fins will find Wallace a mismatch for the Saints all night.

Wes Welker vs. Phi – The Broncos will throw all over the Eagles porous secondary.

Hakeem Nicks vs. KC – See Cruz. If the O Line blocks, Nicks will be fine.

Larry Fitzgerald vs. TB – Expect Fitz to remain more of a No. 2 this week. Revis will likely line up against him.

Dwayne Bowe vs. NYG – The Giants secondary was torched in Week 3. Bowe was silent away but expect that to change.

Marques Colston vs. Mia – He will be the main receiving threat outside of Graham for the Saints on MNF.

Nate Burleson vs. Chi – This is a flex play due to the horrendous Bears pass D.

Potential Bust – Beware

Andre Johnson vs. Sea – Not only is he slightly banged up, but he’s facing the best CB in the NFL right now.

1. Calvin Johnson vs. Was – The Skins D cannot cover. Megatron got back on track with 2 TDs in Week 2.

2 .Demaryius Thomas vs. Oak – Expect Thomas to top 125 yards with a TD on Monday Night.

3. AJ Green vs. GB – The speedy receiver will torch the Packers secondary for a huge afternoon.

4. Dez Bryant vs. Stl – He and Romo got back on track in Week 2. This is another strong match-up for Bryant.

Not far behind

Julio Jones vs. Mia – Jones comes off a monster day and Atlanta will be throwing often on Sunday. 100+ yards and 1-2 TDs.

Larry Fitzgerald vs. NO – Expect Fitz to hook up with Palmer for a score or two vs. the Saints.

Randall Cobb vs. Cin – Look for GB to move him around and target him 8-10 times for a big Week 3.

Rounding things out

Andre Johnson vs. Bal – The Texans will need to move the ball through the air this week. Make sure he is obviously cleared first from the concussion he suffered last week.

Victor Cruz vs. Car – He will provide fits for the depleted Panthers secondary.

Vincent Jackson vs. NE – His speed will prove too much for the Patriots.

Eddie Royal vs. Ten – Royal’s career has been reborn in ’13. Ride the hot hand.

Dwayne Bowe vs. Phi – The Eagles secondary is highly suspect.

Mike Wallace vs. Atl – Wallace’s speed will be good enough for 100 yards and a TD.

Stevie Johnson vs. NYJ – Manuel  and Johnson have developed strong rapport early on. Expect Johnson to score a long TD at Metlife, where he always plays well.

Desean Jackson vs. KC – Kelly’s scheme is utilizing Jackson’s speed and yielding dividends. If CB Brandon Flowers is limited, look for Jackson to have a big night.

Hakeem Nicks vs. Car – Nicks makes his homecoming and will find the end zone for the 1^st time this year.

Tavon Austin vs. Dal – The rookie found the end zone twice in Week 2. Expect a 3^rd trip against Big D.

Pierre Garcon vs. Det – The Lions DBs are susceptible to speedy receivers.

Anquan Boldin vs. Ind – Boldin will get back on track this week and is a solid No. 2, especially in PPR leagues. The Colts secondary will have trouble with the physical WR.

Marques Colston vs. Arz – The Cards cover well, but Colston is a No. 2 / flex play at home.

Kendall Wright vs. SD – Appears to be Locker’s top target. The Chargers DBs have trouble with speed.

Antonio Brown vs. Chi – The Bears are giving up a lot more big plays defensively than in recent years.

Reggie Wayne / TY Hilton vs. SF – The 49ers main weakness is its pass D. Expect both Colts receivers to have solid games.

Jordy Nelson vs. Cin – The Packers will be throwing the ball all day.

Torrey Smith vs. Hou – Smith is a low No. 2/ flex play, but has the speed to hurt the Texans secondary.

Potential Bust – Beware

Brandon Marshall vs. Pit – The Steelers cover well, and typically take away the opponent’s top WR.