Eli Manning: Questionable, ugh. Nobody will know until Sunday what's going on here.
Our Take: The smart money says look elsewhere at QB even if Manning does start.

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Drew Bennett: Drew Bennett will start Sunday for the St. Louis Rams.
Our Take: We want to see one game before we give the green light to start, but if you like rolling the dice, he's got some upside.

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Greg Jennings: Missed practice on Friday and will probably not play on Sunday.
Our Take: Keep him on your bench.

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The Housh: He is slated to start Week 2
Our Take: Get ready for a season of wondering whether his knee will keep him from the lineup.

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Chester Taylor: He is technically questionable for the game, but with an oblique injury, he is unlikely to be a meaningful contributor even if he does play.
Our Take: We hope your season wasn't riding on Chester Taylor, if so, our condolences. To make yourself feel better, we suggest finding the guy in your league who reached on Adrian Peterson and kicking him in the groin.

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Shaun Alexander: Will play, but with a brace on his sprained left wrist.
Our Take: You have to start him, so set your lineup and cross your fingers.

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Josh McCown / Daunte Culpepper: It looks like Culpepper will start this Sunday for the Raiders, as McCown has a foot injury.
Our Take: Bump up the Denver Defense about 10 notches.

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T.J. Duckett / Tatum Bell / Kevin Jones: Duckett is out for Sunday's game, as is Kevin Jones. That means Bell will carry the load for one more week at least. Jones is shooting for a week 3 return.
Our Take: Although we here at FFAll-Stars.com have Bell and Jones handcuffed in every league we're in, we'd like Jones to take it slow and not dilute the carries and catches in Detroit. At any rate, start Bell with confidence this week.

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Alge Crumpler: He missed practice this week, but reports out of Atlanta state that he will start week 2.
Our Take: If he's your guy, start him.

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Bryant Johnson: His hamstring is ailing, and so is your team if he's anything but a bench player.
Our Take: The Cardinals looked out of sync last week and Johnson is hurt. Don't start him.

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Eric Parker: He has been ruled out of Week 2.
Our Take: Um, okay.

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Kyle Boller / Steve McNair: It appears that Kyle Boller will start Sunday, although this has not been confirmed by the team.
Our Take: McNair, Boller, the Jets Defense, it's a cornucopia of mediocrity! We see no real change in the values of McGahee, Clayton and Mason this week.

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Greg Olsen: Most likely will not be in the lineup this Sunday.
Our Take: Continue to email and harass the guy in your league who picked Olsen 3 rounds too soon.

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Vernand Morency: Still banged up, he couldn't finish practice on Thursday because of his knee.
Our Take: Brandon Jackson is the starter and it doesn't appear that Morency will be giving him much trouble for a while.

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Antonio Gates: Gates is ready to go this Sunday, despite missing practice this week with a sore back.
Our Take: We're long in Gates, so as long as he's healthy we don't mind seeing the Chargers give him a day off or two. Start him with confidence.

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Cadillac Williams / Michael Pittman: Cadillac is apparently going to try playing this Sunday, despite having bruised ribs.
Our Take: We like Pittman better here, especially in PPR leagues. Even if Caddy starts, Pittman will make the catches and if Caddy can't finish the game, Pittman will shoulder the load.

RB DeShawn Wynn (GB): The 7th round pick out of Florida has played well enough in spelling for fellow rookie RB Brandon Jackson the first two weeks, that there is a chance he could start in week 3. Wynn scored 2 TD’s on ten carries and gained 50 yards on the ground against the Giants on Sunday. Wynn has outplayed the higher pick Jackson and has a good combination of size, speed, and mobility. This guy is no longer a sleeper and if you can still grab him, don’t hesitate because somebody else will.

RB Sammy Morris (NE): Morris has gotten 10+ carries in the first two weeks and is getting the goal line carries. Morris faces a poor Buffalo run defense next week and in a 12 man league with flex positions he should be considered.

WR Shaun McDonald (DET): McDonald has been a huge surprise to everyone by leading the Lions in both receptions and receiving yards the first two weeks. McDonald has the advantage of knowing Mike Martz’s system from his days in St. Louis. Detroit loves to air it out and spread it around so don’t worry about enough touches to go around. Grab McDonald and keep him on your bench until he shows the first two weeks were no fluke.

WR Roydell Williams (TEN): Williams had a solid game against the Colts in Week 2 with 4 catches for 71 yards and TD. Grab him but keep him on your bench and wait to see if he can continue his progression with Vince Young.

QB Derek Anderson (CLE): Anderson is another grab but wait and see guy. He had a huge game with 5 TD passes and 328 yards passing against a terrible Bengals defense and shouldn’t be in your starting lineup until a few more quality starts. Good news is the Browns have good weapons and will be playing from behind a lot.

Week 3 Update 9/21:

LaMont Jordan RB Oak- The Sacramento Bee is reporting that Jordan has not practiced the past two days with a sore back and will most likely be a game time decision. This is a tough blow for Jordan owners as he has looked good in his first two starts. Check back on The Sunday Morning Updates for his Week 3 status.

NFL Injuries for week 3: 09/18/07

Doubtful / Out:

Andre Johnson WR Texans – Doubtful Knee Sprain – Tough blow to the Texans and anyone who has him on there team. It looks like at least 2 weeks depending on the swelling. Count him out for sure against the Colts.

Eddie Kennison WR Chiefs- OUT Hamstring – Still working on the recovery from week one. He will not play week 3

D.J. Hackett WR Seahawks- Out Ankle- The high ankle sprain will keep himout for about a month.

Questionable:

Greg Jennings WR Packers – Questionable Hamstring – he has missed the last two weeks with the hamstring injury. If he practices it won’t be till later in the week.

Steve McNair QB Ravens – Questionable Groin – Hopefully you have established another QB as your starter already. Steer clear of the old man.

Troy Williamson WR Vikings – Questionable Hamstring- Hami’s are tough to call. It may be a good idea to start another receiver for this week if you have one.

T.J. Houshmandzadeh WR Bengals – Probable Knee – HE will play especially after last weeks performance. His stats will suffer a bit, but it is worth having him in with Carson throwing to him.

Probable:

Kevin Jones RB Lions- Probable Foot – As long as he continues to recover well he should return for week 3 for at least a few series.

Jon Kitna QB Lions – Probable Head- He suffered from a concussion in sudays game. He claims it went away and was able to go back in. this lion will find the field Sunday no matter what.

T.J. Ducket RB Lions – Probable Ankle – He sprained it in week one. He was in active week two. He my see some carries in week three. Definatly a week play until we know for sure.

Day to Day:

Vernand Morency RB Packers – Day to Day knee – He is going to try to practice this week. Check back later in the week for more news.

Tavaris Jackson QB Vikings- day to day Groin – He left the game at the beginning of OT Sunday. He is certain to miss some practice. Check back later in the week to see his updated status.

Chester Taylor RB Vikings- day to day Oblique- His MRI in week 1 showed a bruise on his oblique. He did not play week two. We will update his status as the week moves forward.

Plaxico Burress WR Giants- Day to Day finger/ankle- This warrior has been banged up for the last two weeks. He states that he is going to play. Count on it.

Chad Pennington QB Jets- Day to Day Ankle- He hurt his ankle week one. Did not play week 2 but could have. He made a comment that he can play. He will most likely start week 3. Check back for more updates.

Brian Westbrook RB Eagles- Day to Day Knee- He strained his knee in the Monday game against the Redskins. Andy Reid says that he is fine and that he will play week 3.

Marc Bulger QB Rams- Day to Day Ribs/knee- With the loss of his Orlando Pace Bulger is getting beat up. His injuries are not enough to keep him out of week 3.

Patrick Crayton WR Cowboys- Day to day Finger – The dislocated finger is a painful injury to a wide out. Look at our update later in the week to asses his play time.

This week we faced what appears to be the team to beat, Trunk Monkeys. In week 1, Trunk Monkeys scored a ton of points, and they appeared to have some favorable matchups in Week 2. We made two changes to the starting roster, substituting Arnaz Battle for Muhsin Muhammad, and the Bengals for Miami at Defense. Swing and a miss on the defense, and he had Steve Smith with his monster day. Needless to say, we lost, but it is at least comforting to know we didn't leave any points on the bench that would have mattered. Here's the final tally:

FFAll-Stars.com

18.50 Vince Young TEN QB
15.50 Shaun Alexander SEA RB
14.60 Clinton Portis WAS RB
7.90 Tatum Bell DET RB
21.20 Terrell Owens DAL WR
8.30 Santonio Holmes PIT WR
3.70 Arnaz Battle SFO WR
20.70 Antonio Gates SDG TE
10.50 Robbie Gould CHI K
2.00 Cincinnati Bengals CIN D/ST

TOTAL 122.90

Trunk Monkeys

22.40 Marc Bulger STL QB
8.20 DeShaun Foster CAR RB
15.90 LaMont Jordan OAK RB
15.60 Travis Henry DEN RB
11.20 Plaxico Burress NYG WR
18.10 Javon Walker DEN WR
41.30 Steve Smith CAR WR
10.50 Chris Cooley WAS TE
2.00 Nate Kaeding SDG K
2.00 Carolina Panthers CAR D/ST

TOTAL 147.20

Let's get to the questions:

Hey guys, I've got Lee Evans but also Shaun McDonald. I'm considering starting McDonald over Evans, what do you think?
-John, Pitt. PA

McDonald is getting as many looks as Calvin Johnson (17 to 16 respectively), and he's been making catches when he's had the chance. Evans and the Bills are struggling, and against New England it may not get any better. Evans will break out of his slump eventually, so it's up to you whether to keep him in the lineup as dead weight until he does. We like the McDonald play.

I was just wondering who to start at the flex position. My current options are Santonio Holmes, Chris Chambers or Thomas Jones.
-Brad

Jones is getting a lot of touches, but he's not doing much with them. When making a decision like this, we always use targets as the deciding factor. Last week, Chambers had 16 targets, and 27 for the year. Holmes had 6 last week, and 9 for the year. While we like Holmes as a WR this year, Chambers appears to be the guy to go with.

TE question, Crumpler vs. Panthers or Witten vs. Bears?
-Hank, Starkville, Miss.

Their catches are close, but Witten has done more with them. That said, we'd play the matchup and start Crumpler against the Panthers.

QB Strong Plays

Vince Young @NO: Young has a good match up on Monday Night against the Saints Defense that has given up 8 TD’s in their first two games. Young should deliver with both his arm and legs, start him this week.

Matt Hasselbeck vs. CIN: This is a great match up for Hasselbeck at home against the Bengals. We all know what Derek Anderson and the Browns Offense did to that defense last week so expect Hasselbeck to put up some good fantasy numbers.

Jason Campbell vs. NYG: Campbell looks like a strong play this week just by the fact he is facing a terrible Giants Defense. They have been carved up through the air the first two weeks and Campbell should have around 250 yards with a few TD’s.

Jake Delhomme @ATL: Steve Smith and Delhomme have been on fire this year. They look to be back to their ’05 form after a disappointing season last year. Delhomme should have a couple TD’s in this divisional match up.

Weak QB Plays

Matt Leinart @BAL: Leinart will struggle on the road against a tough Ravens secondary and pass rush. He hasn’t lived up to the high expectations so far this year, don’t expect him to turn it around this week.

Matt Schaub vs. IND: The new Texans QB has looked impressive so far but going up against the Colts Defense without stud receiver Andre Johnson looks to be tough. Avoid Schaub until Johnson returns.

Alex Smith @PIT: Smith has not looked good with 0 TD’s and 252 yards passing in his first two games. Smith will be in for a long day in Pittsburgh, look elsewhere on for your QB this week.

J.P. Losman @NE: The Patriots Defense has been shutting down offenses this year. Losman has not looked good and has had trouble hooking up with Lee Evans so far this year. Avoid Losman this week as he will continue to struggle.

Strong RB Plays

Cedric Benson vs. DAL: Benson looked good last week topping 100 yards rushing on 24 carries. The Cowboys don’t have the best run defense, and the Bears will look to pound the ball often to minimize Grossman’s mistakes.

Clinton Portis vs. NYG: The Giants can’t stop anybody this year and Portis has scored in his first two games this season. Portis should have a TD and a100 yards rushing

Adrian Peterson @KC: The Chiefs Defense is average at best. The talented rookie will post good yards rushing and receiving and should be good for a score.

Lamont Jordan @CLE: Coming off a career best 159 yards rushing on 25 carries, Jordan is a must start at home against the Browns. Jordan looks to be having the season everyone thought he was going to have last year.

Weak RB Plays

Edgerrin James @BAL: James will struggle as the Cardinals O-Line won’t be able to open up any holes the stingy Ravens Defense.

Marshawn Lynch @NE: If L.T. and the Chargers can’t do much in New England, don’t expect much out of the rookie and the Bills.

Julius Jones @CHI: Jones wont be put up much against the Bears, and the fact Barber gets the TD’s, sit Jones this week.

DeShawn Wynn vs. SD: Yes the rookie looked good last week but let’s remember he was playing the Giants. He is a good pickup on the waiver wire, but he is not a solid play this week against the Chargers.

Strong WR Plays

Santana Moss vs. NYG: Moss could have a monster day against the Giants secondary that can’t stop anyone. Moss has the speed to burn their secondary if Campbell can get him the ball downfield.

Joey Galloway vs. STL: Galloway looks to have a nice connection with Jeff Garcia after scoring 2 TD’s last week. Look for Joey to flex the guns in the end zone for a second straight week aganist a banged up Rams secondary.

Laveranues Coles vs. MIA: Coles was quiet last week at Baltimore, but will get back on track at home against the Dolphins. Coles has a good history against Miami and is a must start.

Chris Chambers @NYJ: Chambers is the only weapon on a bad Miami Offense. In his last game in New York he had 5 catches for 60 yards and a score.

Deion Branch vs. CIN: After the Bengals game last week you could make an argument to start the Seahawks #5 receiver. Branch had a big game last week after putting up a goose egg in week 1. Branch will get plenty of looks in what should be a high scoring game.

Nate Burleson vs. CIN: See above for Branch.

Ronald Curry vs. CLE: Curry should be good for 100 yards and a score against a defense that gave up 6 TD’s through the air last week.

Jerry Porter vs. CLE: See above for Curry.

Bernard Berrian vs. DAL: Dallas’ pass rush has been awful with only 3 sacks through two games this season. Grossman will have time to find his #1 option as Berrian will get plenty of looks his way to have a solid game.

Wes Welker vs. BUF: Welker has become one of Brady's favorite targets early on playing the slot position. As teams will double on Moss and focus on the running game, Welker should get plenty of looks at home against a banged up Bills secondary.

Weak WR Plays

Lee Evans @NE: Evans has gotten off to a brutal start this season and is facing a New England Defense that will shut him down for another week. Avoid Evans if you have other options.

Darrell Jackson @PIT: With Alex Smith struggling and playing at Pittsburgh, Jackson is not a good choice this week.

Any Jacksonville WR @DEN: The Broncos have one of the best pass defenses in the league giving up only 1 TD with 4 INT's and 170 yards passing through the first two games. Add to that the Jaguars Offense has not done anything this year with 23 combined points in their first two games with only 2 TD's.

10:48 a.m. - Brian Westbrook - Practiced late in the week and is expected to start.

10:59 a.m. - Kevin Jones - Expected to play, but only for 10-15 snaps.

11:01 a.m. - Vernand Morency - Will not play Week 3.

11:02 a.m. - Greg Jennings - Expected to play, but how much he will play is in question. Risky play this week.

11:03 a.m. - Steve McNair - Will play in Week 3.

11:04 a.m. - L.J. Smith - Will not play in Week 3.

11:06 a.m. - In case you just flew in from the Arctic this very second - Andre Johnson is not playing Week 3.

11:08 a.m. - D.J Hackett / Eddie Kennison - Out.

11:09 a.m. - Ike Hilliard - Stated that he will play week 3. He's got an ankle injury, so who knows how productive he'll be or even if he will make it through the whole game.

11:24 a.m. - Brandon Jacobs - Still Out.

12:24 a.m. - Jerricho Cotchery / Darrell Jackson - listed as active.

12:25 p.m. - Chad Pennington - Active (No word yet as to whether he or Clemens will start) ; Tarvaris Jackson - Inactive.

12:26 p.m. - Chester Taylor is Inactive for Week 3.

12:28 p.m. - Kelly Holcomb - Starting for Minnesota at QB in Week 3.

12:29 p.m. - Donte Stallworth - Listed as active, despite being on the injury report this week.

12:30 p.m. - Ron Dayne - Inactive.

12:42 p.m. - Dallas Clark - Active and Starting.

We'd like to welcome the newest additions to the FFAll-Stars.com WCOFF team:

WR - Roydell Williams - TEN
K - Nick Folk - DAL
RB - Mike Bell - DEN
DEF - Colts - IND

To Robbie Gould, Lorenzo Booker, Dolphins D, and Bengals D, we're sorry we can't bring you on our ride to the top, there is only so much room on the roster.

Of our new acquisitions, Roydell, Nick Folk, and the Colts D will be starting immediately. With respect to the Vince Young to Roydell Williams hookup, we are as excited as a shirtless Vegas Pete eating a muffin in the employee lounge at the Hard Rock hotel.

RB DeShaun Foster (CAR): For whatever reason Foster is still available in many leagues; he is only owned in 42% of yahoo leagues. Against the Falcons on Sunday he had 22 carries for 122 yards and a score. Second year back DeAngelo Williams doesn’t appear to be a threat as he is not getting as many touches. Grab him now if he is available, he could be a beast the rest of the season if he can stay healthy.

RB Sammy Morris (NE): For the second straight week Morris has found the end zone and has also had 10+ carries in every game this season. Morris has been a nightmare to Maroney owners this season and continues to have solid games in deep leagues as a flex player.

RB Earnest Graham (TB): Graham came out of nowhere on Sunday to torch the Rams for 75 yards and 2 scores on 8 carries. This does appear to be a one game wonder type performance but grab him just in case brittle Cadillac Williams goes down. Jon Gruden did say after the game that he needs to find a way to get the ball in Graham’s hands more.

RB Aaron Stecker (NO): With Deuce McAllister out for the season with a torn ACL in his left knee, Stecker will see his role increase dramatically. Stecker should get around 15 touches a games, as Reggie Bush has never carried the workload himself at the NFL or college level.

RB Brian Leonard (STL): The rookie out of Rutgers has been named the starter for Week 4 against the Cowboys. With starter Steven Jackson out for the next 2-3 weeks with a pulled groin, Leonard should get around 20-25 touches during that time. He is a big back with excellend hands catching out of the backfield.

RB Ron Dayne (HOU): With Ahman Green's status for week 4 against the Falcons unknown, Dayne will be the Texans starter by default. Grab Dayne and use him if one of your # 2 or 3 backs is on a bye. Check back for updates on the status of the Texans backfield for Sunday.

RB Kenny Watson (CIN): Rudi Johnson's status for the Monday night game against the Patriots is very uncertain. Watson would be the teams starter if Rudi can't go with his injured hamstring. Marvin Lewis said on Tuesday that Rudi is a guy who the team is unsure about. Hamstrings are a lingering injury and Watson could see plenty of action for the foreseable future.

WR Dwayne Bowe (KC): The rookie looked impressive on Sunday scoring for the second straight week. Bowe had 5 catches for 71 yards and appears to be a reliable play after holding out during most of training camp. Bowe has much more value in keeper leagues.

WR Greg Jennings (GB): After a mass dropping of Jennings over the past two weeks, Jennings is a must grab if he is available. The second year WR had 4 catches for 82 yards and a score in his first game of the year. Farve has been on fire this year and Jennings looks to be back on track to having the year everyone thought he would have.

WR Roddy White (ATL): White had what was hopefully a breakout game Sunday with 7 catches for 127 yards and a score. The former first round pick in '05 appears to have a good connection with Harrington and is getting targeted more in the passing game each week. Grab the third year wide-out and hope he can continue his progression.

Week 3 Injuries for Week 4

Doubtful / Out:

Andre Johnson WR Texans – Doubtful Knee Sprain – Tough blow to the Texans and anyone who has him on there team. It looks like at least 2 weeks depending on the swelling. Week 4 does not look so good.

Eddie Kennison WR Chiefs- OUT Hamstring – Still working on the recovery from week one. He will not play week 4.

Deuce McAllister RB Saints – Out ACL – The phrase the deuce is loose will no longer be made in 2007. ACL is a season ending injury.

Steven Jackson RB Rams – Out Groin – He tore his groin against the mighty Bucs. He will sit out week 4 of the 2007 season. Stay tuned to when this Ram will return.

Questionable:

Steve McNair QB Ravens – Questionable Groin – Hopefully you have established another QB as your starter already. Steer clear of the old man.

J.P. Losman QB Bills – Questionable Knee – He went out the first drive of the game with a knee injury. As we receive more info we will update the severity of the injury.

Calvin Johnson WE Loins – Questionable Back – With a spectacular catch on Sunday he landed wrong and bruised his back. With a bad lower back bruise it will be tough for him to walk much less run and jump to catch Kitna’s lasers. Look back for more info as the week moves forward to see if he plays Sunday.

Ahman Green RB Texans – Questionable Knee – His left knee was checked out with an MRI. Everything looked good. He has a lot of swelling. He states that he is taking it day by day.

Tavaris Jackson QB Vikings- Questionable Groin – He did not play last week against the Chiefs. Coach Childress said on Monday that Jackson is “still up in the air”. If he does not play next week against the Packers he will have been out for three weeks. Look to Holcomb to play this week. After the Packers they have a bye week.

Chester Taylor RB Vikings – Questionable Hip – This will count as the third week out if he does not play. Coach Childress is optimistic to see him on the field this week.

Brian Westbrook RB Eagles – Questionable Abdomen – Initial reports stated that he had a rib injury. The official site stated that it was actually an abdomen strain. Look to sit him week 4.

Maurice Morris RB Seahawks – Questionable Hip – It looks as though he will be back on the roster for week 4. Check back for more updates.

Vernon Davis TE 49ers – Questionable Knee – It looks like he will miss at least 2 weeks.

Probable:

Kevin Jones RB Lions- Probable Foot – Mr. Jones had limited play on the field for week 3. He stated that his foot felt fine and is looking forward to a bigger load week 4.

Anquan Boldin WR Cardinals – Probable Hip – Coach Whisenhunt was not sure the status of his injury. The report states that it was minor.

Jay Cutler QB Broncos – Probable Ankle – Reports states that he has a minor ankle sprain. He states that he will not miss the game against the Colts.

Shawn Alexander RB Seahawks – Probable Wrist – He has a cracked bone in his left wrist. So far this season he is tracking his second best season rushing in his career. I don’t think the wrist is holding him back too much.

Day to Day:

Jake Delhomme QB Carolina – Day to Day Elbow – David Carr finished that game for Delhomme last week against Atlanta. Delhomme states that his strained elbow is fine and that he will be ok to play against Tampa Bay.

Todd Heap TE Ravens – Day to Day head – Heap got hit by Adrian Wilson in Sunday’s game giving him a mild concussion. His production and his work ethic will not allow him to miss Sunday’s game. Make sure you keep him in this week against the browns. His head will be fine.

Marc Bulger QB Rams- Day to Day Ribs- The ribs played a factor with the small production against the Bucs. He will be out there next week in Dallas.

Kellen Winslow TE Browns – Day to Day Shoulder – On the final drive in Oakland, Winslow bruised his shoulder. In the locker room Winslow stated that he is fine and he will play next week against the Ravens.

Strong QB Plays

Donovan McNabb @NYG: McNabb should follow up with another big game against the Giants after a career day last week against the Lions.

Phillip Rivers vs. KC: Rivers has a near 90 QB rating this season while facing some of the leagues best defenses. Rivers could be in for a big day as the Chargers look to get back on track at home against the struggling Chiefs.

Jon Kitna vs. CHI: The Bears Defense has been wiped out by injuries the past few weeks. Both starting corners Nathan Vasher and Charles Tillman are out for this week’s game. The Lions will look to make a statement game while Kitna and his receivers should have big days.

Tony Romo vs. STL: Romo should feast at home against the Rams and will continue to be a top fantasy QB

Chad Pennington @BUF: The Bills Secondary is depleted by injuries. Pennington has the potential for a big game with WR’s Laveranues Coles and Jericho Cotchery having good seasons.

Weak QB Plays

Derek Anderson vs. BAL: Put Anderson on your bench this week and look for a better QB match up on your roster. The Ravens Defense will shut him down.

Matt Leinart vs PIT: Avoid Leinart this week facing a tough Steelers Defense. Add to the fact he was taken out last week in favor of backup Kurt Warner.

Marc Bulger @DAL: Bulger did not look good last week at Tampa Bay and he has two broken ribs, no O-Line, and no Steven Jackson. The Dallas Defense has improved dramatically since their week 1 torching by the Giants.

Strong RB Plays

Willis McGahee @CLE: The Browns have been giving up big games on the ground all year. McGahee should have his best day as a Raven this Sunday.

Thomas Jones @BUF: The Bills are hurting on Defense with injuries and Jones should take advantage with a solid fantasy day.

Marion Barber III vs. STL: The Rams gave up over 140 yards and 3 TD’s on the ground last week to the Bucs. Barber should have another big day with a TD and around 100 yards.

Cedric Benson @DET: The Bears will look to slow this game down with new starting QB Brian Griese and will want to keep their banged up defense off the field. Benson should continue to build on his solid season.

DeShaun Foster vs. TB: Foster has averaged 5.2 yards a carry this so far this season and had 2 TD's last week. Tampa Bay has not been able to stop the run very well this season and could give up some big runs to Foster.

LaMont Jordan @MIA: Jordan is having a top fantasy season so far this season. Miami has not been able to stop any runningbacks the first few weeks and Jordan will have another big game.

Weak RB Plays

Warrick Dunn vs. HOU: The Texans Defense has done a fairly decent job of containing offenses this year. Dunn will have a tough day against the Texans.

Jamal Lewis vs. BAL: The Ravens Defense will shut down the Browns and Lewis in his homecoming game. Only start Lewis if you have no other option.

Cadillac Williams @CAR: Williams has never had good games against the Panthers in his first two seasons. Carolina has been shutting teams down on the ground all year. Expect Graham and Pittman to get a more touches as they have been playing well this year.

Brandon Jackson @MIN: Jackson has been somewhat of a dissapointment to fantasy owners who had high expectations out of the rookie from Nebraska. The Vikings boast one of the top run defenses in the league and should shut the first year back down at home.

Strong WR Plays

Laveranues Coles @BUF: The Jets should be able to throw all over the Bills and Coles should have a big day.

Jerricho Cotchery @BUF: Cotchery should also have a good day against the Bills who are depleted on Defense with injuries.

Santonio Holmes @ARI: Big Ben will look to Holmes often with Hines Ward out with a knee sprain. Holmes has got to get more involved this week and should get more attempts.

Kevin Curtis @NYG: Last week was a career day for Curtis and the Eagles. The Giants have been getting torched all year through the air and Curtis looks to be McNabb’s go to receiver.

Vincent Jackson vs. KC: Jackson looks to be on the verge of a breakout season. He should have a solid game at home against the Chiefs.

Ronald Curry vs. MIA: Curry is another receiver who could be on the verge of a breakout season if he can get consistent QB play. Culpepper appears to be the starter in which he should be highly motivated to show the Dolphins they made a mistake by letting him go in favor of Trent Green.

Joey Galloway @CAR: Garcia and Galloway have been the leaders for this Bucs Offense this season and appear to have a good connection. Galloway usually saves his best games for division opponents.

Wes Welker @CIN: To say the Bengals Defense has been bad this year would be an understatement. Brady spreads the ball around but there should be enough looks for Welker to have a score with around 100 yards.

Derrick Mason @CLE: The Browns have one of the worst pass defense's in the league. Mason should be able to beat the Browns secondary for a big day.

Weak WR Plays

Deion Branch @SF: Branch will be going up against shut down corner Nate Clements who has done wonders the 49ers Defense this season. Avoid Branch if you have other options.

Lee Evans @NE: Of all the bust so far this season, Evans has to be up there. Facing the Patriots this week with a first time starting rookie QB, Evans should continue to disapoint.

In Fantasy Football, consistency is everything. The most successful fantasy teams have a core of stud players, who on good weeks produce elite level performances, and on bad weeks, are still able to produce "starter type" performances. In other words, players who don't pull a "Rex Grossman" on your fantasy team.

The rankings in the left-most column are the players' 2007 pre-season ranking. The current consistency rankings are in the first column to the right of the player's name and team.

The consistency rankings are based on the following league setup and scoring system:

12 Team League

Starters

1 QB
2 RB
3 WR
1 FLEX (RB, WR, TE)
1 TE
1 K
1 D

Scoring

1 pt. per 25 passing
4 pts. per passing TD

1 pt. per reception
1 pt. per 10 rushing and receiving
6 pts. per rushing and receiving TD

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