Extra Points: Week 15 Studs

Buccaneers at Falcons
Who wants it more? Can the Bucs lose two in a row this late in the year? Yes, and Matt Ryan will be the reason why. The Falcons are at home and I love them in the Dome. Last week the Bucs held the Panthers to just 173 yards passing but they were more focused on running the ball. Matt Ryan made is second start versus the Bucs and had two interceptions, since that game he has had just five interceptions and is riding a nine game double-digit scoring streak.

Redskins at Bengals
Lets patch things up in Washington between coach Jim Zorn and running back Clinton Portis. I know how we can do this. We give the ball to Portis every other play. If it isn't obvious that Portis will get 25 carries this week and he is up against the Bengals, I don't know why you wouldn't play him. He could easily see the end zone multiple times.

Seahawks at Rams
I could put up 15 fantasy points versus the Rams this year. If you can get Maurice Morris, go ahead and get him and play him. He will improve on his 39 yards rushing last week with close to 100 and a score.

49ers at Dolphins
I told you a few weeks ago about Shaun Hill and he has been performing pretty well as of late, so how about another quarterback in this game, Chad Pennington. Chad has gotten the Dolphins this far and the word 'playoffs' still swirls around this team. It is amazing and it helps to have a veteran quarterback. Chad will do what he can to get this team a win, even if it includes catching a touchdown in this wildcat offense.

Bills at Jets
Brett Favre has come out and said that he thinks the Jets will make the playoffs. Not much of a guarantee but enough to get people's attention. Well Mr. Favre, here is your chance to back up your wavering prediction. The Bills have fallen down since their hot start and Brett Favre is coming off a tough game last week versus the 49ers. Look for a big bounce back game for Favre and a run away victory for the Jets.

Lions at Colts
Can I pick Peyton Manning two weeks in a row?" Well I won't but go ahead and play Reggie Wayne. Manning had a big week last week and is catching fire with another mediocre opponent. Yes, I said mediocre, not horrible. Reggie Wayne is Peyton's favorite target and I couldn't even name one cornerback for the Lions without looking it up.

Chargers at Chiefs
The Chargers have a soft pass defense and Mark Bradley could be out on Sunday. Look to the other side of the passing game, Dwyane Bowe. Bowe has six or more receptions in half of the Chiefs games this year. The numbers just make sense for Bowe this week. Not many people know of him, so you might be able to pick him up.

Packers at Jaguars
I am going with a sleeper pick in this game that I made earlier this year. Marcedes Lewis, tight end for the Jaguars will have a great game this week. He hasn't had a touchdown since I last mentioned him in week 6 and that was his only double-digit fantasy game, until this week. Matt Jones is out, Jerry Porter is out, Fred Taylor is out. 2+2+2 = 6, as in week 6 sleeper pick and 6 points for a touchdown reception.

Titans at Texans
Last week I went with LenDale White so this week I'll go with Chris Johnson. My only real reason is that no one can stop him lately. Whether it is running or catching, Johnson is a threat out of the backfield. Back to Back 100+ yard rushing games after amassing just over 118 yards rushing his prior three games. I expect another 100 yards and a score easily.

Vikings at Cardinals
Did Adrian Peterson let you down last week. I had a feeling he wouldn't live up to the hype of playing against the Lions. Well this week should be different for him. I would like to go with Visante Shiancoe though, for comedic reasons this week, but I am pretty sure that Peterson will have a better week.

Broncos at Panthers
The Broncos are looking for a running back this week. If interested send your resume to Denver if interested. They aren't looking for a quarterback though, and that is because Jay Cutler has been a fantasy stud this year. If you had any doubts about Denver going up against the Panthers Defense, don't worry about it. Cutler will have another 20 point game this week because of the absence of a running game.

Steelers at Ravens
Looking at this game it appears as if no one jumps out at you, but look again and you might notice Hines Ward standing in the endzone waving to the Ravens fans after scoring a touchdown. The Steelers are better and their offense won't be as miserable as they were last week. Ward hasn't had a stand out game yet this year so this might as well be as good of a time as any. History is against him but don't let that deter you.

Patriots at Raiders
It is a tough week for the Patriots with the loss of Matt Cassel's father. Regardless I was going back with the Raiders D/ST. They have a solid pass defense and the Patriots have been stagnant at times, including last week. This could get ugly folks, a lot like the Jets/Raiders game earlier this year.

Giants at Cowboys
If you are seriously going to doubt the Cowboys at this point in the season then guess again. Last week's loss, albeit embarrassing, was also a wake up call. Tony Romo will air it out. The Giants can be beaten. Terrell Owens has been scoring lately and Jason Witten is back and healthy. Suddenly the Giants don't look like Super Bowl favorites after Romo picks them a part.

Browns at Eagles
On Monday Night the Browns shine. I'm going with Braylon Edwards in this match up. I don't care who is quarterbacking this Browns team. I don't see Brian Westbrook getting 30 points this week. The Browns are trying to save face on a disappointing season and Edwards will stand up to the challenge and make the catches.

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