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Fantasy Football: Breaking down the NFC North and who you should trust in 2020

By Bill Pivetz

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 19: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the NFC Championship game at Levi's Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 19: Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers looks to pass against the San Francisco 49ers during the NFC Championship game at Levi's Stadium on January 19, 2020 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /
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QB: Matthew Stafford

RBs: Kerryon Johnson, Bo Scarbrough

WRs: Kenny Golladay, Marvin Jones, Danny Amendola

TEs: Jesse James, TJ Hockenson

On paper, I like this Lions offense as long as they all stay healthy. Last season was the first time Stafford didn’t play a full 16 games since 2010. Yet, he still has an injury-prone label stuck to him. The running backs are solid and the pass catchers have a lot of potential.

Stafford has no problem throwing for 4,300 yards, 22-plus touchdowns and 10-12 interceptions. If you play in a deep league or a 2QB league, Stafford will be worth drafting.

Johnson hasn’t played a full season yet but has looked good when he is on the field. He has a career 4.5 yards per attempt. If he can play a full season, he can reach 200 carries for the season. But, with knee injuries in back-to-back seasons, he’s a bit of a risk. Scarbrough is a valuable backup for Johnson owners.

Golladay and Jones are the two receivers you want on your team. They have 1,000-yard, 60-catch potential. Amendola will also reach 60 catches but the yards aren’t there. He’s good for PPR leagues.

James is mostly used for blocking while Hockenson is the one going downfield. James had 16 receptions compared to Hockenson’s 32 last season. With how evenly Stafford spreads the ball around to his weapons, it’s hard to find a sleeper. Based on ADP, Amendola is the pick.

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