Nov 30, 2014; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel (2) during the game against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports
Quarterback:
Johnny Manziel, v. CIN ($6,700) – Johnny Manziel is making his first NFL start ,and I really love his price on FanDuel this week. Seriously, I have all the faith in the world in this kid as he has been quietly waiting for his opportunity for months. Well, now he is going to get his chance, and with the Marvin Lewis comments, the expectations and the magnitude of the game I expect him to play well. If watching him over the years has taught me anything, it’s that no stage is too big for Johnny Manziel.
Nov 24, 2014; Detroit, MI, USA; New York Jets running back Chris Johnson (21) runs the ball during the first quarter against the New York Jets at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports
Running Backs:
Marshawn Lynch, v. SF ($8,700) – Marshawn Lynch always plays well against the San Francisco 49ers. In each of his last six games against them, he’s either totaled 100 yards rushing, or managed to score a touchdown. Sometimes even multiple touchdowns. I’m not betting against Lynch at home, especially against a 49ers team that looked deflated. This game could get ugly in a hurry.
Chris Johnson, at TEN ($5,300) – Chris Johnson is so risky, but I’m buying in. In FanDuel scoring, Johnson has topped seven fantasy points in each of his last three games. Plus, with Rex Ryan being a players coach, I think he is going to allow for Chris Johnson to have his “revenge” game against the Titans this week. I am expecting 100-yards on the ground with one touchdown from Chris Johnson this week.
Dec 7, 2014; Nashville, TN, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr (13) carries the ball against Tennessee Titans cornerback Jason McCourty (30) during the second half at LP Field. The Giants beat the Titans 36-7. Mandatory Credit: Don McPeak-USA TODAY Sports
Wide Receivers:
Odell Beckham Jr., v. WAS ($8,500) – Is there anyone better right now? OBJ has seven straight games scoring over ten fantasy points in FanDuel scoring. It’s not just about the catch, it’s about his consistent week in and week out production. With Eli’s great history against Washington and those two currently connecting better than butter on toast, I expect OBJ to explode this week.
Alshon Jeffery, v. NO ($8,400) – Alshon Jeffery has been a target vacuum over the last couple weeks. In four weeks, Jeffery has been targeted 43 times. Now, Jay Cutler has lost his favorite wide receiver, Brandon Marshall, for the season and majority of those targets should travel in Jeffery’s direction. On top of the targets being there for Jeffery over the last four weeks, he has also scored in each of the last four games. With the Saints struggling defense and Jeffery playing on a big stage, you have to buy into Alshon this week.
Kenny Stills, at CHI ($6,100) – For the people who were disappointed with his performance last week, you definitely shouldn’t be. Welcome to the New Orleans Saints receiving corps. I think this week is a Kenny Stills week. Of course there is risk with this start because you are just praying for a big play. However, look at that Bears defense and tell me that you don’t feel good about this start.
Nov 16, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Giants tight end Larry Donnell (84) can not make a touchdown catch during the third quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Tight End:
Larry Donnell, v. WAS ($5,200) – Remember the last time that Donnell played Washington? Well, I do. In Donnell’s last contest against Washington, he managed to score three touchdowns and the Washington defense has actually gotten worse over that span. Washington now has allowed the second most fantasy points to opposing tight ends so far this season. Start Donnell.
Nov 23, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots holder Ryan Allen (6) prepares to hold the ball for place kicker Stephen Gostkowski (3) in a field goal attempt during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patriots won 34-9. Mandatory Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports
Kicker:
Stephen Gostkowski, v. MIA ($5,400) – I simply believe that this is going to be a game that the Patriots will be busy kicking a lot of field goals. Gostkowski is so safe, as he has scored over ten fantasy points in six of his last ten games.
Nov 27, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) eats turkey after the game at Levi
Defense:
Seahawks, v. SF ($5,500) – Colin Kaepernick has been absolutely terrible against the Seahawks in his career, and with how he’s played lately, I can’t see why that would change. Seattle is hungry for victory. They have to win out to get a home game in the playoffs, and you bet they are going to come ready to play.