Steelers at Eagles: 5 best fantasy options

By Matt Couden | Sep 24, 2016

Aug 18, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Fitzgerald Toussaint (33) carries the ball as Philadelphia Eagles inside linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) pursues during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 18, 2016; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back DeAngelo Williams (34) carries the ball against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first quarter at Heinz Field. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports /

3. DeAngelo Williams

This matchup will mark the final game for veteran back DeAngelo Williams to replace the suspended Le’Veon Bell. There had been questions heading into the season about whether or not the Steelers would falter without Bell. That hasn’t been an issue so far. He’s not just filling in adequately, he’s leading the league in rushing yards.

While it’s been two games, it would be a crime not to start Williams in his final replacement game over Bell. He had two touchdowns against the Washington Redskins in Week 1 and 143 yards. In Week 2 he logged just 94 yards but scored a receiving touchdown. That certainly makes Williams, an 11th season back, a suitable start. Keep in mind that the Eagles currently rank No. 10 in the NFL in rushing defense, though.

Still, Williams could possibly have another explosive performance against an Eagles team that has looked good so far against inferior teams. The fact that the Eagles will be worrying about Roethlisberger and his receiving core also helps possibly get Williams some good stats as he takes the focus off the passing.

Bell will be the obvious guy to go with once he’s back, but for now, Williams will have the bulk of the work against Philadelphia on Sunday. So for Week 3 start Williams. For those owners who have him, plan on replacing him starting next week.

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