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We have reached the point in the season where head smackers are no longer relevant. If any of the head smackers are still available in your league, you should be 6-0 and you would not need my help. So we are left with just the long shots.
Not So Obvious-
Running Backs-
Mike Bell, New Orleans- Although Pierre Thomas and Reggie Bush get all the fanfare, Mike Bell is still getting the rock. Even though he is not the star Bell still got 15 carries next week even with everyone healthy. In addition, there were 3 rushing TDs scored and Pierre Thomas got none of them…but Bell did.
Wide Receivers-
Any Indianapolis Colts Receiver- I told you
Hakeem Nicks, NY Giants- The Giants are spreading the ball around and Nicks seems to be part of the fun finally. Good match up play against weak pass defenses but with Smith and Manningham also grabbing passes he is a tough play week in and week out.
Hail Marys (remember these are long shots, anybody can tell you to pick up Miles Austin after a 250 yd week)
Running Backs-
BenJarvus Green-Ellis, New England- With Sammy Morris getting knocked out of the game on the first play, the Pats are down to 2 running backs. Although Maroney got the carries last week, he has proven many times that he cannot keep this job. He has lost it to everyone, Morris, Taylor, Faulk and soon Green-Ellis. BenJarvus had 67 yards on just 7 attempts and had 2 catches out of the backfield. Look for an increased role down the stretch.
Jerious Norwood, Atlanta- I keep saying it and sooner or later it has to come true. Michael Turner carries a big load and those guys get hurt. It has to happen eventually.
Wide Receivers-
Sammie Stroughter, Tampa Bay- The 7th round pick for the Bucs is already leading the team in receiving and is also very active in the return game. If you are in a league that gives you return yardage or you are in a dynasty league and you want to take a big gamble, he might be worth a shot.
Mike Wallace, Pittburgh- I mentioned him earlier in the year and I am mentioning him again. The Steelers are having a harder and harder time running the ball behind an aging offensive line and Wallace is one of the 2 guys on the team who seems to be able to hold onto the ball. He will be looked to more often down the stretch.
Keenan Burton, St Louis- I know he is a Ram, but he has gone back to back 5 catch weeks and the Rams have actually been able to move the ball a little recently. (hey these are hail marys)
