1. Minnesota Vikings vs. Detroit Lions
Jared Allen and the rest of the Vikings front have been terrorizing opposing QBs of late. Look for that trend to continue when they face struggling rookie Matt Stafford in Minnesota. Expect a topfantasy football performance with multiple sacks, a few turnovers and a potential defensive score.
2. Baltimore Ravens vs. Cleveland Browns
The situation in Cleveland is bleak and getting bleaker. After being annihilated by the Bears prior to the bye week, there was a shakeup in the front office and the team is switching back to Brady Quinn at QB. Not that it will matter… look for an impressive showing by Ray Lewis and Co on Monday Night.
3. New Orleans Saints vs. St. Louis Rams
The Saints are the highest scoring defense in the league and face one of the worst offenses on Sunday. Look for New Orleans to pressure Marc Bulger into multiple turnovers and return one to the house.
4. Miami Dolphins vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Josh Freeman will find Miami’s defense more difficult than the Packers unit he shredded in Week Nine. The Dophins, one of the more physical defenses in the league, will get after the rookie QB and produce multiple sacks and turnovers.
Sleepers
1. Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks
The Seahawks are a completely different team on the road than they are at home… and not for the better. Their level of play drops off dramatically away from Seattle. Look for the Cardinals to pressure Hasselback and force multiple turnovers on Sunday. They’re an excellent fantasy sleeper in this spot.
2. San Francisco 49ers vs. Chicago Bears
The Bears offense is severely handicapped by the lack of talent at the receiver position. It has affected Jay Cutler’s play all season. Look for Willis and Co. to sack Cutler on multiple occasions and create a few turnovers.
Others We Like
Oakland Raiders vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Now this is finally a match-up which favors the Raiders. The Chiefs are not a very good team and Oakland will be better prepared coming off its bye week. Expect a spirited defensive effort in a low scoring affair.
Denver Broncos vs. Washington Redskins
While the Broncos may have hit the proverbial wall, it’s not due to the defense’s play. They’ve been hurt by the offense’s inability to sustain drives and score points. That shouldn’t be as difficult this week against the lowly Washington Redskins. Expect a strong outing.
Philadelphia Eagles vs. San Diego Chargers
The Chargers inability to run the football will play right into the strength of Philly’s defense, which is to pressure the QB. Look for Trent Cole and Co. to drop Rivers on multiple occasions.
A Few More
Tennessee Titans vs. Buffalo Bills
Pittsburgh Steelers vs. Cincinnati Bengals
New York Jets vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
