1. Reggie Wayne vs. Houston Texans
Peyton’s favorite target has been dominant receiver this year and has caught a TD in all but one game. And Sunday, playing with a hurt groin, he caught 12 balls for 147 yards and a TD. Look for another explosive game with over 100 yards and at least one score. He’s our top ranked fantasy football receiver in Week Nine.
2. Randy Moss vs. Miami Dolphins
The Dolphins have no one in their secondary who can stay with Moss and will have trouble covering No. 81 all afternoon. With the Patriots coming off their bye week, you can bet that they used that time to shore up their protection problems, so look for Moss to go for over 100 yards with a score.
3. Greg Jennings vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
After an awesome 2008, Jennings is still waiting for that first breakout game of the year. But injuries and a patch work offensive line have prevented those long TD because Rodgers hasn’t had the time to let the play develop. That all changes this weekend; the Bucs are horrible defensively and Jennings will abuse the secondary all afternoon.
4. Wes Welker vs. Miami Dolphins
Welker has been a reception – and TD – machine over the past few weeks and you know he loves sticking it to his former team. Look for Brady to throw his way at least ten times, mostly on the short to medium routes, and for Welker to find the end zone once again.
Sleepers
1. Michael Crabtree vs. Tennessee Titans
In his home debut this Sunday, Crabtree faces the worst pass defense in football, which is why he’s our top fantasy sleeper at the receiver position in Week Nine. Look for Smith to hook up with the rookie for a solid afternoon.
2. Jeremy Maclin vs. Dallas Cowboys
The Eagles high flying vertical attack features a deadly combo in DeSean Jackson and Jeremy Maclin. But Maclin is the X factor on Sunday Night as his speed will be too much for the Cowboys secondary to handle. Terrance Newman will be busy on Jackson.
Others We Like
DeSean Jackson vs. Dallas Cowboys
Jackson provides at least one ESPN highlight per game and the dynamic second year receiver will challenge Newman deep in this one. Very few players in the NFL possess the speed to stay with Jackson and the ones that do aren’t on the Cowboys defense.
Vincent Jackson vs. New York Giants
Jackson’s become a huge vertical threat in the Chargers passing system and he and Rivers are one of the top combos in the NFL. With all of the problems in the Giants secondary right now, expect another solid day from Jackson.
Chad Ochocinco vs. Baltimore Ravens
Ochocinco re-dedicated himself to the sport and it’s been evident to all thus far. His numbers are reminiscent to 2005, when he was a top five receiver in the game. He’s always given Baltimore fits and expect that to continue this weekend.
A Few More
Andre Johnson vs. Indianapolis Colts
Larry Fitzgerald vs. Chicago B
