1. San Francisco 49ers vs. Det – Look for the 49ers to turn the Lions one dimensional and force multiple turnovers with one pick 6.

2. Houston Texans vs. Jax – The Texans will limit the Jags offense and sack Gabbert 4 times.

3. New England Patriots vs. Arz – The Pats love the prospect of seeing Kevin Kolb behind center.

4. New York Giants vs. TB – The Giants are getting healthier and will return to form vs. the Bucs at home.

Next

Cincinnati Bengals vs. Cle – The Bengals will force 3-4 turnovers vs. Brandon Weeden in Week 2.

Dallas Cowboys vs. Sea – Russell Wilson will find the going tougher vs. DeMarcus Ware and Co.

Seattle Seahawks vs. Dal – The Seahawks are a different defense at home.

The Rest

Buffalo Bills vs. KC – Expect a much better showing from the revamped Bills D in their home opener.

NY Jets vs. Pit – The Jets front seven will present problems for a re-tooled Steelers’ offensive line.

Pittsburgh Steelers vs. NYJ – Don’t completely buy into the Jets offense being fixed.

St. Louis Rams vs. Was – The Rams D will be a sterner test for RGIII. Expect a few sacks and turnovers.

KC Chiefs vs. Buf – The Bills offense was a mess Week 1.

vs. SF – The Lions will force a few turnovers on Sunday Night.

Oakland Raiders vs. Mia – The Dolphins will make a lot of D/ST look good in 2012. They’re a great fantasy sleeper in Week 2.

1. Aaron Rodgers vs. Seattle Seahawks

1. Chris Johnson

Can he rush for over 125 yards seven games in a row? We think he can – and will. Look for Johnson to amass over 175 total yards and score a few times on Sunday. Right now he’s the most dangerous player in fantasy football.

2. Adrian Peterson vs. Arizona Cardinals

The wheels have seemingly come off to the once top ranked Cardinals run defense. They’ve been torched each of the past three weeks (150 yards, 1TD to Johnson on Sunday) and face a monster task on Sunday Night. AD will find huge running lanes and should top 100 yards with 2 TDs.

3. Maurice Jones-Drew vs. Houston Texans

The last time these two teams met MJD topped 100 yards with 3 TDs. He’ll be relied on heavily once again and will top the century mark with a few scores on Sunday.

4. Rashard Mendenhall vs. Oakland Raiders

The Raiders possess one of the worst run defenses in football. They allowed nearly 200 yards on Thanksgiving Day to the Cowboys trio of backs. Look for Pittsburgh to get back into the win column riding the legs of Mendenhall and he’ll easily top 100 yards with a few TDs.

Sleepers

1. LeSean McCoy vs. Atlanta Falcons

The potential absence of DeSean Jackson on Sunday will mean the Eagles rely more heavily on McCoy. And he’ll find ample running room against a soft Falcons D. He’s a great fantasy sleeper in Week 13.

2. Cadillac Williams vs. Carolina Panthers

The Bucs offense has received a jump start with the insertion of QB Josh Freeman who has provided better balance to the unit. Look for Tampa to run the ball on Sunday and Williams to be the main guy receiving carries.

Others We Like

Cedric Benson vs. Detroit Lions

It appeared as if Benson would be a go last week but the Bengals, playing the porous Browns, decided to hold off another week. Cincinnati won’t want a rusty Benson for the post season and have already said he’s starting this week. He’ll run all over a very suspect Lions run defense.

Ricky Williams vs. New England Patriots

Williams has taken the No. 1 spot by storm and notched two consecutive 100 yard games with four total TDs. The Dolphins will pound the rock in an attempt to keep Tom Brady and the Patriots high powered offense off the field and we like him to reach 100 yards in Week 13.

LaDainian Tomlinson vs. Cleveland Browns

While this is an extremely easy matchup, Tomlinson has been unable to capitalize on the poorer teams this year and we don’t think he’ll do so here. However, he should score a few TDs, making him a quality start.

A Few More

DeAngelo Williams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Marion Barber vs. New York Giants

Ray Rice vs. Green Bay Packers

Thomas Jones vs. Buffalo Bills

Matt Forte vs. St. Louis Rams

Steven Jackson vs. Chicago Bears

1. Pittsburgh Steelers

The Chiefs have been abysmal offensively in 2009 and will now be without WR Dwayne Bowe on Sunday. Expect Pittsburgh and its aggressive front to dominate all afternoon and pressure Cassel into mistakes and turnovers.

2. Minnesota Vikings vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Vikings defense could get healthier with the return of CB Antoine Winfield, but regardless of whether he returns or not, look for a stellar effort on Sunday. Jared Allen and Co. will make Hasselback’s life miserable and force a few turnovers in Week 11.

3. Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Redskins

Don’t be misled by the Redskins 27 point game vs. the Broncos; Denver is in a tail spin right now. The Cowboys on the other hand are playing much better over the past month and DT Ratliff and DE/LB Ware will be in Campbell’s face all day Sunday.

4. Cincinnati Bengals vs. Oakland Raiders

The only reason the Bengals wouldn’t be a top fantasy football unit on Sunday is if they have a letdown knowing the hapless Raiders are coming to town. If they can get past that, and we think they can, expect a low scoring game with multiple sacks and turnovers.

Sleepers

1. Carolina Panthers vs. Miami Dolphins

Since Ronnie Brown is likely out for this one, the Panthers only have Ricky Williams to contend with. And Carolina’s defense has played much better over the past month of the season vs. the run. Expect John Fox to mix it up and force Chad Henne into poor decisions.

2. Detroit Lions vs. Cleveland Browns

The Browns are horrible offensively and even more atrocious on the road. The Lions certainly aren’t anything to write home about, but look for Jim Schwartz to have his team ready to play and they’re a strong fantasy sleeper in Week 11.

Others We Like

Green Bay Packers vs. San Francisco 49ers

The Packers defense rose to the occasion nearly shutting out the Cowboys in Week Ten. They’ll focus on taking away Frank Gore and putting the ball – and game – into Alex Smith’s hands, which is a good sign for Packers D/ST owners.

New York Giants vs. Atlanta Falcons

If DC Bill Sheridan used the bye week to clean up some of his defensive calls, the Giants could be in for a big week here. The Falcons will be without Michael Turner which means New York won’t have to worry about a running game. If they hit Matt Ryan early, look for Tuck and Co. to rack up a few sacks and force turnovers.

Philadelphia Eagles vs. Chicago Bears

The Bears, and namely their passing game, are struggling mightily at the moment. The Eagles defense is the opportunistic sort and we like them to pick Cutler at least twice on Sunday Night and sack him a handful of times.

A Few More

San Diego Chargers vs. Denver Broncos

Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Buffalo Bills

Arizona Cardinals vs. St. Louis Rams

1. Adrian Peterson

The Seahawks just surrendered 85 yards and two TDs to Chris “Beanie” Wells and now they get the premier RB in fantasy football - and the NFL. Look for AD to top 125 yards and a few scores against a very suspect run defense.

2. Maurice Jones-Drew vs. Buffalo Bills

Running backs have feasted on the porous Bills run defense in 2009. Over 100 yards and a few TDs is literally a given when playing this unit. Look for MJD to have a huge game on Sunday and top 125 yards and at least two scores.

3. Chris Johnson vs. Houston Texans

If Johnson keeps up his current pace, he has a great shot at 2,000 yards in 2009. In Week 10, he had another stellar outing with over 100 yards both rushing and receiving and two TDs.

He’s also very familiar with the Texans defense; he carved them up for almost 300 total yards and three TDs earlier in the season. Expect another big game here.

4. Ray Rice vs. Indianapolis Colts

Rice is a premier dual threat and will be a load for the Colts defense to handle. Look for Flacco to incorporate him into the passing game and for Rice to hit the century mark with a score on the ground.

Sleepers

1. Chris Wells vs. St. Louis Rams

Wells is coming on strong and just notched the first two-TD game of his career vs. the Seahawks. The Rams defense is soft and Beanie’s slowly becoming the Cardinals No. 1. He’s a great fantasy sleeper this week.

2. LeSean McCoy vs. Chicago Bears

Frank Gore ran through this depleted Bears defense last Thursday Night and with the loss of Brian Westbrook to another concussion, McCoy will have an opportunity to do the same. Expect Reid to call a more balanced attack on Sunday.

Others We Like

Pierre Thomas vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Bucs have done very little in 2009 with regards to stopping the run. Opposing RBs have feasted on this unit. Thomas will do the same in Week 11 with a 100-yard game.

Steven Jackson vs. Arizona Cardinals

The Cards, and their top ten run defense, were surprisingly torched by Justin Forsett of the Seahawks for over 100 yards and a TD on Sunday. This week they face Steven Jackson who’s a beast stuck on a poor team. However, he’ll still top 100 yards with a TD.

Cedric Benson vs. Oakland Raiders

Benson exited the Steelers game early but says he’ll be fine for the Raiders. Everyone runs on the Raiders and Benson, even if he were only 70%, would easily top the 100 yard mark with a few scores.

A Few More

Frank Gore vs. Green Bay Packers

Brandon Jacobs vs. Atlanta Falcons

Rashard Mendenhall vs. Kansas City Chiefs

1. QB Tom Brady vs. Tennessee Titans

The Titans have the worst pass defense in the league and are down a few starters in the secondary for this one. Tom Brady will have a huge day passing on Sunday and should easily eclipse the 300 yard mark with three TDs.

2. RB Maurice Jones-Drew vs. St. Louis Rams

Jones-Drew was extremely vocal about the play calling following last week’s 41-0 loss to the Seahawks. Look for Jacksonville to feed the ball to their star RB about 25 times on Sunday and for MJD to top the 100 yard mark with two TDs. This is an extremely easy match-up facing the Rams.

3. WR Greg Jennings vs. Detroit Lions

The Lions were torched through the air by the Steelers last Sunday and now face a well rested Green Bay team. Expect Rodgers to go up top on more than a few occasions and locate his favorite target for over 100 yards and a score.

Fantasy Busts

1. QB Drew Brees vs. New York Giants

Drew Brees hasn’t thrown a TD pass in the past two games and now faces the top defense in football. Expect New York’s front seven to pressure Brees all afternoon and keep him at around 200 yards with one TD.

2. RB MarShawn Lynch vs. New York Jets

The Jets have no respect for the Bills passing game and will key on Lynch all afternoon. If Lynch eclipses 50 yards, it’d be surprising.

3. WR Marques Colston vs. New York Giants

Colston has his hands full on Sunday as he’ll be lining up against CB Corey Webster all afternoon. Webster usually shuts down the opposing team’s best receiver and that trend will continue on Sunday.

1. Tony Gonzalez

The Falcons air attack was on full display vs. the Niners and we expect the same this week when the Bears come to town. No one has had an answer for Gonzalez to date – the Bears won’t either, and the HOF TE will top the 100 yard mark with one score on Sunday Night.

2. Antonio Gates vs. Denver Broncos

The Chargers lack of a consistent running game means Rivers and Co must pass more. While this isn’t necessarily the best formula for winning games, it’s perfect for fantasy football. Expect the Chargers to locate their star TE all night and for Gates to have another solid game like he had against the Steelers.

3. Owen Daniels vs. Cincinnati Bengals

Daniels usually finds himself in pretty winnable match-ups thanks to all of the attention paid to Andre Johnson by opposing defenses. The Texans will be passing on Sunday and you can expect Schaub to target Daniels throughout the afternoon.

4. John Carlson vs. Arizona Cardinals

Carlson’s been a disappointment after his stellar opening day two TD performance. A lot of that can be attributed to the loss of Matt Hasselback but things should pick up this week. Look for the second year TE to beat the Cardinals for at least 70 yards and one score.

Sleepers

1. Kevin Boss vs. New Orleans Saints

Boss took last Sunday off to rest his injured ankle against the Raiders. He should be back this week and he’ll be an excellent fantasy sleeper if he is. Both the Giants and Saints could be passing a lot on Sunday and Boss should own the middle of the field.

2. Jermichael Finley vs. Detroit Lions

The last time we saw Finley, he put up 128 receiving yards vs. the Vikings on Monday Night. Mixed into that performance was a 62 yard TD. Look for him to remain a prime receiving threat as Rodgers targets him down the middle of the field on Sunday.

Others We Like

Brent Celek vs. Oakland Raiders

Celek’s become the Eagles main target over the middle and has responded with strong games in each of his four starts. The only thing which could limit him here is if the Eagles take a commanding lead and abandon the pass. We still think he scores.

Chris Cooley vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Cooley was uncharacteristically held without a catch on Sunday in a disappointing effort vs. the Panthers. Look for a bounce back against the struggling Chiefs and for Cooley to once again be an integral part of the passing game.

Kellen Winslow vs. Carolina Panthers

Winslow had a monster game in their blowout loss to the Eagles (102 yards, two TDs) and seems to be QB Josh Johnson’s main target. Look for another excellent fantasy performance vs. the Panthers.

A Few More

Heath Miller vs. Cleveland Browns

Dustin Keller vs. Buffalo Bills

Visanthe Schiancoe vs. Baltimore Ravens

1. Dallas Clark

Clark has been Peyton Manning’s primary target over the past few weeks and has delivered for fantasy owners. He’ll once again find favorable match-ups in the Titans secondary and we like for the top fantasy football TE of Week Five to break 100 yards and one TD.

2. Jason Witten vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Witten’s been forced to stay in and block recently due to the Cowboys offensive line woes. That won’t be a problem this week; the Chiefs don’t have much in the way of a pass rush. Expect Witten to be a primary target on Sunday and to finish with over 80 yards and a score.

3.  John Carlson vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

Carlson’s seen a drop off in numbers since his two TD performance on Opening Day. A lot of that can be attributed to the loss of starting QB, Matt Hasselback, who could be back for this one. LT Walter Jones could be back as well. Look for Seattle to rediscover its offensive rhythm this week and for Carlson to score at least once.

4. Brent Celek vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Bucs were torched by Chris Cooley on Sunday and now face Brent Celek, one of the top fantasy sleepers of the season thus far. He’s eclipsed the 100 yard mark twice and scored two TDs in the first three games. He’ll score his third, and possibly fourth of the season in this one.

Sleepers

1. Anthony Fasano vs. New York Jets

The Dolphins weren’t forced to do anything in the vertical game on Sunday because they ran at will on the depleted – and demoralized – Bills. This week, they won’t be so fortunate. Expect Fasano to be heavily involved vs. the stingy Jets defense and to notch a short yardage TD.

2. Chris Baker vs. Denver Broncos

As Baker learns the offense, he’ll find himself more involved. He caught a nice long TD against the Falcons and could be targeted multiple times in this one if the Broncos corners are playing well. Look for a goal line score on Sunday.

Others We Like

Kevin Boss vs. Oakland Raiders

Eli should be able to play this week and we think he’ll focus on Boss with CB Nnamdi Asomugha lurking on the outside. He should score his first TD of the season.

Heath Miller vs. Detroit Lions

Miller’s been one of Roethlisberger’s top targets in short yardage pass plays and near the goal line. He scored twice last Sunday vs. San Diego and will reach the end zone again vs. the Lions.

Tony Gonzalez vs. San Francisco 49ers

The Niners are playing very well defensively but will have their hands full on Sunday. Atlanta will move Gonzalez around and find mismatches down the middle of the field.

A Few More

Chris Cooley vs. Carolina Panthers

Vernon Davis vs. Atlanta Falcons

Dustin Keller vs. Miami Dolphins

1. Adrian Peterson

Peterson was kept in check by the 49ers but that’s not going to happen on Monday Night. The Packers haven’t been nearly as strong vs. the run (Benson 141 yards, S Jackson 127 yards) and the Vikings will lean heavily on Peterson in this one. Expect over 120 yards and one, maybe two TDs. He’s our top fantasy football RB of Week Four.

2. Chris Johnson vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

Johnson had an off day vs. the Jets and still managed 97 yards on the ground. He wasn’t able to have the sort of impact we’ve become accustomed to due to the circumstances surrounding the game. He should have a much easier go of it this week and we think he’ll light up the Jags defense with another 100 plus yard, one TD effort on Sunday.

3. Cedric Benson vs. Cleveland Browns

The Browns have been terrible against the run in 2009 and teams have imposed their will on its defense. Benson has been a nice surprise for the Bengals and look for his hot beginning to continue when they head to the Dawg Pound. 100 yards and one TD at a minimum.

4. Clinton Portis vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Now I know Portis has struggled, but this is a perfect opportunity to bounce back after their embarrassing loss to the Lions on Sunday. The Bucs might have the worst defense in football and we expect Portis, uncertain offensive line and all, to come up with a 100 yard game and one TD on Sunday.

Sleepers

1. Ahmad Bradshaw vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Bradshaw is being given between 10-14 carries per game and is showing what he is capable of. He had 104 yards on just 14 carries vs. the Bucs and the Chiefs present an easy match-up as well. Look for another 90-100 yard effort with the possibility of a long TD.

2. Willie Parker vs. San Diego Chargers

Parker began to find his stride against the Bengals and now gets the San Diego Chargers, a team that’s been unable to stop the run after the loss DT Jamal Williams. Look for another 15-18 carries and for “Fast” Willie to have another big day on the ground. He’s a great fantasy sleeper in Week Four.

Others We Like

Steve Slaton vs. Oakland Raiders

Slaton’s off to a very slow start in 2009 but the Raiders are just what the doctor ordered. They’ve been unable to stop anyone on the ground and QB JaMarcus Russell doesn’t provide his defense any help with his constant three and outs and turnovers. This is the game Slaton breaks 100 yards.

Brandon Jacobs vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Jacobs still hasn’t run like he did in 2008 but he had a nice afternoon vs. the Bucs with 92 yards and a TD. He has another easy match-up vs. the Chiefs and should top the 100 yard mark with at two TDs.

Marion Barber vs. Denver Broncos

The Broncos 3-0 start  is nothing more than smoke and mirrors. They’ve feasted off inferior teams the past two weeks but will have problems with the Cowboys and their massive offensive line. If Barber is back from his leg injury,  he’ll have a big afternoon and score at least one TD.

A few more

Darren McFadden vs. Houston Texans

Ronnie Brown vs. Buffalo Bills

Matt Forte vs. Detroit Lions

1. Peyton Manning

Manning just torched the Cardinals on Sunday Night for 379 yards and four TDs and the Seahawks don’t possess the talent on defense to keep up with the Colts offense. Stick with the hot hand and look for Peyton to drop another 300-yard game with at least three TDs on Sunday. He’s our top fantasy football QB in Week Four.

2. Tom Brady vs. Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens are exceptionally strong against the run and the Pats prefer to pass. But New England’s decision to run the ball last Sunday helped open up its passing game and keep them from becoming one dimensional. They should have Welker back this week and this will open up the underneath passing game before Brady looks down field to Moss and Co.

3. Phillip Rivers vs.  Pittsburgh Steelers

Heading into this game, with or without LaDainian Tomlinson, San Diego realizes it will not be able to do much on the ground. So look for Rivers to follow the blueprint which has worked thus far and use the dump offs/screens as a substitute for their running game and then go down field to Gates and Jackson for big chunks of yardage. Expect at least 250 yards and two to three TDs.

4. Aaron Rodgers vs. Minnesota Vikings

Rodgers struggled vs. the Vikings in Minnesota last year and now comes in playing behind an offensive line with plenty of question marks. The running game will prove ineffective vs. the Vikings so look for Green Bay to move Rodgers around and utilize roll outs and play action passes to target Jennings, Driver and the other skill players. 250 yards and at least two TDs.

Sleepers

1. David Garrard vs. Tennessee Titans

Garrard, who’s off to a slow start to the 2009 season, will be happy to see the Titans pass defense on Sunday; they’ve been one of the worst units in the NFL thus far. He should eclipse the 250-yard mark with a few scores and is a solid fantasy sleeper play if your starter has a bye.

2. Kyle Orton vs. Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys have been unable to overcome some key losses to their defensive line in 2009 and the result has been less of a pass rush and more time for opposing QBs to throw on their secondary. Expect Orton to have a nice day yardage wise locating Marshall, Royal, Stokley and Scheffler. He could throw for a TD or two as well.

Others We Like

Eli Manning vs. Kansas City Chiefs

While the Giants will probably run the ball for a majority of the afternoon, Eli will have opportunities to locate his outside play makers (Smith, Manningham) down the field against the over matched Chiefs DBs. We like a multi-TD effort on Sunday.

Drew Brees vs. New York Jets

This is one of the few defensive match-ups which could slow down Drew Brees. The Jets are incredibly deceptive with their schemes and have the talent – and speed – to execute plays to a T. Look for the Saints to have to throw in order to win and for Brees to toss at least two TDs.

Carson Palmer vs. Cleveland Browns

The Browns are horrible on defense and Palmer and Co. are finally playing like it’s 2005 once again. Expect another solid fantasy effort and for Palmer to locate Ochocinco, Coles and Henry throughout the afternoon and for two of those balls to end up in the end zone.

A few more

Jay Cutler vs. Detroit Lions

Tony Romo vs. Denver Broncos

Ben Roethlisberger vs. San Diego Chargers