Week 3 Fantasy Picks

The Bills and Lions are both 2-0. That should say it all. It’s hard to make predictions – or at least accurate ones – when the league’s talent is topsy-turvy. I will continue to remind you that my Bills pre-season expectations were on target, and I’ll conveniently ignore that I thought Ochocinco would be fantasy relevant. In my defense, anyone plucking receptions from Tom Brady should be ownable. I was wrong.

Here are this week’s smart picks and plays…

Smart Pickups
  
Dexter McCluster and Thomas Jones – Let’s start with the obvious – Jamaal Charles’ backups. While both have increased value and worth claiming, McCluster offers a bonus – wide receiver eligibility. He’s a PPR dream. Remember, they’ll share the load, but that’s becoming the norm. They’re available in 53 and 52 percent of Yahoo leagues respectively.

Daniel Thomas – We saw this coming. Reggie Bush is not an every-down back. Thomas ruffled the Texans for 107 yards, and is projected to take the starting job. Available in 37 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Eric Decker – I realize it’s only week 2. Still, in two weeks, Decker is outplaying his peers who have also played two weeks. While his output probably will not sustain at this level, he has shown potential. And he’s a good pickup to hold on your bench. Have him ready if Brandon Lloyd sits this week. Available in 44 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Scott Chandler –Three TDs in two weeks from this tight end. Wait, what’s that I hear? Who is he? He plays for the 2-0 Bills. Available in 58 percent of Yahoo leagues. If he’s not available, grab whatever Bills you see.

Denarius Moore – Raiders are ailing at WR. Check out this speedy weapon who caught five catches for 146 yards. Available in 58 percent of Yahoo leagues.

Smart Plays

A.J. Green – The San Francisco matchup this week makes Green a must-start. In two weeks, Green has 165 yards and two TDs, and now he faces a Candyland pass defense that’s surrendering the most fantasy points to wide receivers. Let it fly, Dalton!

Fred Jackson – Another Bill. Another surprise. The league’s rushing leader faces a Patriots defense that yields the tenth most fantasy points to running backs.

Chris Johnson – Seriously, Chris, the Titans signed you for this garbage? You play Denver this week. I know Javon will get more touches, but if you can’t shine in this game…

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