Week 15: Special playoff edition

I could use Sal Alosi right about now. Who’s Sal? I’m referring to the New York Jets strength and conditioning coach who is the real life version of Wile E. Coyote. I guess tripping a player is better than using Acme dynamite or triple-strength poison. But it’s also less creative.

Of course, Sal’s slip-and-fall was inappropriate. But if tripping my opponents advances me to the next round, I’m thinking a strategically placed grease spot is a consideration.

Actually, I’m trying to act cool like I’ve been here before (and of course, I have!) but I’m a little giddy, especially with Sunday approaching. I’m also beginning to second-guess my players, my defense and my strategy. But now I’m second-guessing my second-guessing. And there’s an important lesson to be learned from anyone who has tried to upgrade their fantasy management before: Don’t. Really. Don’t over-think, over-react, or over-do. You are either smart or lucky enough - but probably just lucky – to have gotten this far. So stick with the strategy that earned you a playoff berth.

Here are a few pickups to help you down the final stretch. And by the way, congratulations!

Tim Hightower – Carolina is generously donating yards to running backs, so look for Hightower to go crazy with at least 100 yards and a score. Available in 44 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Javarris James – The Colts hate to run, but this guy gets cheap touchdowns. James is expected to shoulder the load on Sunday. He’s a good No. 2 or flex running back. Available in 92 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Kerry Collins – Sorry Texans fans. I know, I know. He’s a Titan, and he faces Houston this week. Don’t like that pick? Check out John Kitna. Ouch, a Cowboy, and not much better. What about David Garrard? Ok, I’ll stop.

Kenny Brit – I can’t stop. I promise the Texans matchup is merely a detail. After recovering from a hamstring injury, Collins’ favorite wideout is back. Moss is just a decoy. Brit is the real thing. Available in 34 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Owen Daniels – Yep, he's recovered. Five catches for 91 yards vs. Baltimore on Monday. Available in 58 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Ryan Torain – With 172 yards against the Bucs, Torain is looking like the Christmas miracle running back, just in time for a playoff run. Available in 42 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Phillies starting rotation – Now that’s a fantasy team.

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