Haley’s Fantasy Football: Throwing more picks your way than Blake Bortles!
The injury bug has continued to spread throughout the NFL claiming Joe Flacco, Justin Forsett, Devonta Freeman, and Charcandrick West this week. In this Thanksgiving edition, we will enjoy a delicious three course meal and I will tell you what to avoid as you fill your plate and your lineup. The Lions, Cowboys, Eagles, Panthers, Packers, and Bears will kick off on Turkey Day. Now for the best part: the food.
Cheese and Crackers (Add of the Week): Terrance Williams DAL WR
I had extremely high hopes for T-Will this preseason expecting Romo to find him when Dez Bryant was double covered. With Dez and Romo out, he has extremely underperformed. With the return of Romo and Dez, Terrance found the endzone this week. His two highest scoring fantasy outputs have come in two of Romo’s three games this year. Available in almost 80% of leagues, Williams has potential to break out in the fantasy postseason.
Unsalted Peanuts (Drop of the Week): Joique Bell DET RB
I have no taste for Bell, who has failed to score 7 points in any game this year. Enticing rookie Ameer Abdullah steals more carries each week, even though his production is not much better. I have been preaching to avoid Detroit at all costs this season, and Bell is no exception. Try to add a running back stepping for injuries. Walk right by these peanuts on your way to the dinner table.
Turkey (Start of the Week): Jay Cutler QB CHI vs GB
Green Bay’s defense bounced back this week with 6 sacks en route to a victory over Minnesota. They swallowed Adrian Peterson and held him to under 50 yards. However, Teddy Bridge still managed 20 fantasy points. The Bears have proved to be a competitive team and Jay Cutler has been decent. Jay Cutler is very similar to turkey: bland. Expect another decent but not exhilarating performance that is worthy of a start in a pinch. Just like turkey on Thanksgiving, Cutler will be a solid part of the meal, but it is nothing to look forward to.
Bread Stuffing (Start of the Week): Eddie Lacy RB GB vs CHI
Ironically, Lacy is my bread stuffing after a disappointing season that may have attributed to his weight. Lacy bounced back against a stout Viking defense last week. This week, he faces a much better matchup. The Packers offense finally looked like a top attack with their bulldozing back performing. Look for Mike McCarthy to establish the ground game with Lacy early. Fill up on stuffing this Thanksgiving, and hopefully Lacy will avoid the stuffing.
Apple Pie (Start of the Week): Greg Olsen TE CAR vs DAL
Olsen has become a top tight end in the NFL and is Cam Newton’s most reliable target. The Cowboys have let the likes of Jordan Cameron and Luke Willson in the endzone already this month. Olsen is a far superior tight end on an undefeated team. Cut yourself a slice of Olsen this week and you will not regret it. Your dessert could put lead you to a win this week.
Squash (Sit of the Week): Mark Sanchez QB PHI vs DET
Sanchez has been praised as a top tier backup quarterback for the past few seasons. Someone with injuries to their quarterbacks may be forced to add Sanchez. Do yourself a favor and skip that vegetable. Many people may argue that squash is a delightful side, much like they call Mark Sanchez a quality quarterback. If you must load your plate with an orange blob, be sure to avoid Sanchez. PS.. last time he played on Thanksgiving was the infamous Buttfumble!
Key Injuries:
Ravens QB Joe Flacco is out for the season with a torn ACL.
Ravens RB Justin Forsett is out with a fractured arm.
Falcons RB Devonta Freeman left his game with a concussion and did not return.
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