Tyler Thigpen might be starting for the Chiefs but he should not be starting for your fantasy football team.  Photo Credit:  Icon SMI

Kansas City at New York Jets:  For the second straight week Kansas City faces a top-tier run defense, the Jets rank fourth, and they’ll be doing so without their best running back.  With Larry Johnson suspended, Kolby Smith and Jamaal Charles will both get some touches (Smith had 12 last week, while Charles had seven), but neither should be considered a starter in anything but the deepest of leagues, playing behind a shaky offensive line.  With Damon Huard and Brodie Croyle out, Tyler Thigpen makes his third start of the year at quarterback.  He’s thrown four interceptions, with only two touchdowns, and is completing just 42.2 percent of his passes.  Not the type of numbers that you want to see polluting your roster.  Really, the only players in Kansas City that warrant starting consideration are Dwayne Bowe and Tony Gonzalez.  The two pass-catchers have somehow managed to put up productive numbers all year long, regardless of who’s throwing the ball.  The Chiefs are giving up an average of 207.2 rushing yards a game and have allowed five 100-yard rushers in six games.  That trend should continue with Thomas Jones, who is coming off a season-high 159 rushing yards against Oakland last week. Consider him a high-end RB1.  With scoring opportunities figuring to be plentiful, the rest of the Jets main offensive weapons, Brett Favre, Jerricho Cotchery, and Laveranues Coles can be counted on to produce solid numbers as well.  Chris Baker is coming off a five-catch, 42-yard performance, but Dustin Keller is the only Jets tight end to catch a touchdown pass thus far.  Although he hasn’t had a reception since Week Four, Keller could prove to be a sleeper candidate at the position this week.  – Chris Ryan

STANDOUT START: Thomas Jones
BANISH TO THE BENCH: Kolby Smith, Jamal Charles

Cincinnati at Houston:  As bad as the Bengals have been as an entire unit, their pass defense has actually been fairly stingy in the yardage department, allowing 179.1 per game.  They have surrendered 10 touchdowns, though, so look for Matt Schaub to post his fourth consecutive 20-plus point fantasy day.  Owen Daniels and Andre Johnson both rank third in their respective positions in terms of yardage, and they are clearly top options.  After catching three touchdowns in his first three games, Kevin Walter has been held scoreless since. He’s not the most consistent WR3 out there (four games under 41 yards), but with the Bengals focusing all their attention on stopping the outrageously dangerous Johnson, Walter will find himself targeted more than usual.  Give him a look if your league allows for a flex play.  Steve Slaton has already become a must-play every week thanks to his pass catching ability and surprising knack for converting short-yardage touchdowns. Against a Bengals defense that just allowed Mewelde Moore to post three touchdowns (two rushing, one receiving) and over 100 yards on the ground, Slaton could be in line for an extremely productive day.  Ryan Fitzpatrick looks to be getting more comfortable running the Bengals offense, and while he’s not a startable commodity, his progression helps the value of Chad Johnson and T.J. Houshmandzadeh.  Both players had eight catches against the Steelers, and Johnson caught his second touchdown of the season (both from Fitzpatrick).  The Texans are surrendering nearly 30 points per game, so there should be plenty of scoring opportunities for the duo.  Make sure they’re both in your starting lineup. Part of the reason Houston is allowing so many points is because they have given up the second most rushing scores in the league.  Cedric Benson received his first start of the year last week, and didn’t fare too poorly considering he was facing a tough Pittsburgh defensive unit (14 carries for 52 yards).  He’ll be a decent RB2 play. – C.R.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Kevin Walter, Cedric Benson, Steve Slaton
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Ryan Fitzpatrick

Indianapolis at Tennessee:  Kerry Collins attempted only 18 passes last week against Kansas City, as the Titans rolled to 332 yards and four touchdowns on the ground.  Expect something similar on Monday, when divisional foe Indianapolis comes to town.  Due to their leaky front seven, the Colts have allowed just two 200-yard passers and only two touchdowns through the air.  Make sure that Collins is relegated to your bench, and the only receiving option worth considering is Bo Scaife, who leads Tennessee with 23 catches and 274 yards.  With Collins and the aerial attack grounded, Chris Johnson and LenDale White will once again carry a heavy load, and each can be counted to put up double-digit fantasy points.  Everyone was ready to proclaim the Colts offense as back to normal after their stellar showing against Baltimore, but last week’s dismal performance has owners scratching their heads in confusion.  Reggie Wayne and Marvin Harrison combined for just four catches and 35 yards, and Peyton Manning was held without a passing touchdown for the first time all season.  Don’t expect eye-popping numbers, but Manning can still be counted to help your squad against the toughest of defenses, after posting his worst day since the 2005 season.  Wayne will bounce back in a big way.  Harrison, on the other hand, is a riskier proposition.  Don’t value him as anything more than a mediocre WR3.  Dominic Rhodes has produced back-to-back 73-yard games, but the rushing yards will be harder to come by against a dominant Titans front seven.  The Colts have scored a rushing touchdown in five out of their six games, and Tennessee is surrendering, on average, a score a game on the ground, so Rhodes still has potential for a decent fantasy day. – C.R.

STANDOUT START:  Reggie Wayne
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Kerry Collins

St. Louis at New England: Matt Cassel looks to build on his 185-yard, three-touchdown performance this past Monday, facing a Rams defense that is giving up 231.2 passing yards per game.  Despite a shaky beginning, Cassel was able to recover and looked to both Randy Moss and Wes Welker often.  Cassel will continue to focus on his go-to receivers and throw for 200 yards and two touchdowns on Sunday.  Moss scored two touchdowns last week and will catch another this week as he totals 100 yards receiving.  Welker will catch a short touchdown and finish with seven receptions for 75 yards.  Sammy Morris torched the Broncos defense last week for 138 yards and a touchdown before leaving the game with a knee injury.  The injury wasn't considered serious, but Morris is still listed as questionable to play this week.  If he does, he will face a Rams defense that is giving up 161.5 rushing yards per game and has allowed 10 rushing touchdowns.  If he can’t play, BenJarvus Green-Ellis will likely see a majority of the carries. Green-Ellis can be counted on to rush for 85 yards and a touchdown.  The Patriots defense held Jay Cutler to 168 yards, a touchdown, and two interceptions last Monday, so Marc Bulger faces a dangerous task against a rejuvenated unit.  Bulger will struggle, but will finish with 185 yards, a touchdown, and an interception.  Bulger should not be started this week. Steven Jackson rushed for three touchdowns and 160 yards last week before he left the game with a bruised quadriceps.  Rams coach Jim Haslett has said he expects Jackson to play this week.  If so, Jackson will find room to run through a Patriots run defense that is allowing 117.2 rushing yards per game.  Expect 100 yards and a touchdown from Jackson. Torry Holt hasn't scored since Week Two and has yet to register over 76 receiving yards.  Holt is suffering from a combination of inconsistent quarterback play, a lack of production from other wide receivers, and a declining skill set.  However, Donnie Avery's emergence should help Holt.  The Patriots have given up 10 passing touchdowns, so Holt has a good opportunity to find the end zone this weekend.  Holt will catch six passes for a season-high 85 yards and a touchdown.  Avery has 138 yards and a touchdown in the last two weeks and is finding himself targeted more each week.  Avery is a fine WR3 option this week. – Brad Rysz

STANDOUT STARTS:  Torry Holt, Sammy Morris
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Marc Bulger

Tampa Bay at Dallas:  Jeff Garcia has a good opportunity to post solid numbers against a Cowboys secondary that has only two interceptions and is depleted by injuries.  Since regaining the starting job three weeks ago, Garcia has seen his pass attempts in each game go from 17 to 20 to 36.  Expect Garcia to eclipse 200 yards and throw for two touchdowns.  Antonio Bryant has 14 receptions and 186 yards in the last three weeks with Garcia throwing to him.  Bryant is a good bet to score this week and will catch six balls for 95 yards in the process.  Joey Galloway is aiming for a return on Sunday, and even if he does, he will likely need a few weeks to re-adjust to the offense.  Galloway shouldn't surpass 40 receiving yards.  Earnest Graham may see some extra carries with Warrick Dunn recovering from a pinched nerve in his upper back.  Graham will receive about 15 carries and rush for 65 yards and a score.  Dunn is expected to play and should see 10 carries and gain 70 total yards.  Brad Johnson was not effective in last week’s start, throwing for 234 yards, a touchdown, and three interceptions.  Johnson will start again, since Tony Romo has been declared out until mid-November.  The results won’t be pretty against a Buccaneers defense that has 12 interceptions.  Johnson will throw for 215 yards, a touchdown, and two more interceptions.  With Johnson behind center, Marion Barber III will receive plenty of action.  However, it's worth noting that the Buccaneers defense has yet to give up a rushing touchdown and is allowing only 91.6 rushing yards per game.  Barber should approach 100 total yards and end the Buccaneers streak of not allowing a rushing touchdown.  Terrell Owens doesn't have a 100-yard game this season, but will get his first on Sunday when he catches eight balls for 105 yards and a touchdown.  Roy Williams will catch his first pass as a Cowboy and end with four receptions for 45 yards.  Patrick Crayton will see a drop in production with Williams’ increased presence, and catch three passes for 35 yards.  Crayton is a mediocre WR3 start.  Jason Witten hasn't scored since Week Five, and isn't likely to do so against the Tampa Bay defense.  Witten will still catch five balls for 70 yards. – B.R.

STANDOUT START:  Jeff Garcia
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Patrick Crayton, Roy Williams

Buffalo at Miami:  Chad Pennington has quietly thrown for over 200 yards in four consecutive weeks.  The Bills pass defense has been efficient, giving up only six passing touchdowns while permitting only 185.8 passing yards per game.  Pennington has been particularly effective at home, passing for four touchdowns, compared to only two on the road.  Pennington will pass for 215 yards and a touchdown.  Ronnie Brown will run for 85 yards a score against a Bills defense that has given up seven rushing touchdowns.  Ricky Williams will finish with 45 yards rushing.  Greg Camarillo has 16 receptions in his last three games, and will get seven more for 85 yards and a touchdown.  Camarillo makes an ideal WR3 start.  David Martin has been a more consistent play than Anthony Fasano at the tight end position for the Dolphins, and Martin makes a better option this week.  Trent Edwards will face a Dolphins pass defense ranked 27th in the NFL.  The Dolphins have given up 235.5 passing yards per game with only three interceptions.  Edwards will throw for 240 yards and a score.  Lee Evans has scored in three straight weeks and will make it a fourth as he catches a long touchdown and finishes with 115 yards.  Josh Reed has caught at least three passes in every game this season and makes a strong WR3 start this week.  Reed will catch four passes for 50 yards.  Marshawn Lynch faces a stiff test against a Miami defense that has allowed only four rushing touchdowns.  Lynch will continue to struggle gaining yards, but should find the end zone on a short run.  Expect 90 total yards and a score from Lynch. – B.R.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Greg Camarillo, Josh Reed
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Anthony Fasano

San Diego at New Orleans:  Philip Rivers has a nice chance to produce against a Saints secondary that is allowing 222.4 passing yards per game and has given up nine passing touchdowns.  Rivers will pass for 275 yards and two touchdowns.  Vincent Jackson will score for the third consecutive week and finish with 110 yards.  Jackson has become a quality WR2.  Chris Chambers' return is questionable. If he can play, Chambers will catch three passes for 45 yards and a touchdown.  If he can't, Malcom Floyd will remain a respectable pass-catcher and total 55 receiving yards.  Antonio Gates is a strong play and will catch five passes for 75 yards.  If Chambers doesn't play, Gates will score.  LaDainian Tomlinson will try to get on track after a 41-yard rushing performance last week.  Tomlinson hasn't carried more than 26 times in any game this season and is averaging only 3.6 yards per carry.  The Saints defense is allowing 4.3 yards per carry, so Tomlinson has an opportunity to break out.  Tomlinson will get 20 carries and finish with 100 total yards and a touchdown.  Drew Brees is coming off his worst game of the season and will look to right the ship against a Chargers secondary that is last in the NFL against the pass.  The Chargers are allowing 266.1 passing yards per game and have had 11 passing touchdowns scored against them.  Brees should attempt at least 35 passes and throw for 300 yards and three scores.  Marques Colston looks to rebound from his no-catch, two-drop return to action last week.  Colston was out of sync in the Saints offense, but a week of practice should help, and Colston will catch six passes for 85 yards and a touchdown.  Devery Henderson is averaging 83.2 yards receiving in his last four games and is one of the premier deep-ball threats in the NFL.  Henderson is a WR3 play in deeper leagues and will catch three passes for 70 yards and a touchdown.  With Reggie Bush out two to four weeks with a knee injury, Deuce McAllister will be the Saints featured running back.  McAllister does not make a strong play this week, as the Chargers have only given up four rushing touchdowns, and the Saints will be passing most of the game.  McAllister will get 15 carries and finish with 70 yards. – B.R.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Vincent Jackson, Devery Henderson
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Deuce McAllister

Oakland at Baltimore:  The Ravens have not allowed a 100-yard rusher in 25 straight games.  I’ll predict the Ravens make it to 26.  (I know, any more reckless, and the librarian might have to shush me).  Neither Darren McFadden nor Justin Fargas will score, as McFadden struggles to get 40 yards, but Fargas approaches 70.  JaMarcus Russell also has a tough day. Russell is starting only his seventh game so for all intents and purposes, he’s still a rookie.  With all the looks that Rex Ryan likes to throw at quarterbacks, expect the rookie to toss two interceptions and struggle to top 200 yards.  But he will manage to hit Zach Miller on a touchdown as the Ravens defense goes for the big hit but fails to wrap up Miller.  Meanwhile, the real rookie, Joe Flacco, does not throw an interception but once again fails to top 225 yards.  Flacco will also throw a touchdown.  Derrick Mason will probably draw Nnamdi Asomugha, one of the few shutdown corners, so expect a quiet day from Mason.  Mark Clayton, whose ownership numbers have plummeted to fractions of a percent, picks up the slack and has his best day yet with at least five catches for more than 70 yards.  But, it will be Demetrius Williams who scores the Ravens lone passing touchdown.  Todd Heap also has a big day, easily tripling his 17 total yards from the last time he played the Raiders.  The Ravens will blacken the Raiders other eye by pounding Willis McGahee against the Oakland line again and again.  Despite only 20 carries, McGahee rushes for over 100 yards and a tripling.  Le’Ron McClain also plunders the Raiders for 60 yards as the Ravens use him to kill the clock.  Ray Rice has another quiet day, but finds a way to post 40 combined yards. – Mark Strausberg

Standout Starts: Willis McGahee
Banish to the Bench: Darren McFadden, Justin Fargas, Derrick Mason

Detroit at Washington:  You know what impresses me about Santana Moss?  It is what he does after the catch.  I’ve been watching him juke and spin to get more yards after his catches all season.  But just to confirm, I looked it up, and sure enough, he is the third-leading NFC receiver in YAC with 217.  I expect him to jump on the two receivers ahead of him as Greg Jennings has his bye and the Redskins secondary will shut down Calvin Johnson.  Moss will shred the Detroit secondary for 150 yards and a touchdown.  Antwaan Randle El will also have a decent game, scoring once to accompany his 70 receiving yards.  Moss and Randle El better score early, because Washington could get up big and will just turn the ball over to Clinton Portis.  He will have a big day, with over 130 combined yards and a touchdown.  Given the matchup, Jason Campbell will throw for two touchdowns and 230 yards as Washington has no need to pass much in the second half.  Chris Cooley had only 26 yards total in his last two meetings with Detroit and once again gets lost in the shuffle as the other Redskins shine.  Washington’s Top 10 rushing defense makes it a long day for Kevin Smith, who struggles to get to 60 rushing yards.  Meanwhile, Carlos Rogers and Shawn Springs make it a tough day for the entire Lions receiving corps as only Calvin Johnson approaches 60 yards.  Recall that this secondary has held Donovan McNabb, Tony Romo, and Drew Brees to relatively quiet outings.  Dan Orlovsky finds a way to dink and dunk his way to 200 yards, but he will often be forced to hold onto the ball and take the coverage sack.  With Orlovsky woozy from getting hit, we finally have a Drew Stanton sighting. – M.S. 

Standout Starts:  Clinton Portis, Santana Moss, Antwaan Randle El
Banish to the Bench:  Kevin Smith, Calvin Johnson

New York Giants at Pittsburgh:  The pundits are hyping this as game of the week: Two 5-1 teams going head to head, two Super Bowl winning quarterbacks, AFC vs. NFC, yada yada yada.  Admittedly, it might be a great game to watch as a fan.  As a fantasy football owner, however?  Not so much.  With two of the top five defenses squaring off, don’t expect a lot of points from any of your players.  Yet, you know both teams are good enough to score in double digits, so the defenses are not super plays, either.  Expect both teams to play conservatively.  The kickers might be the recommended play.  However, at press time, it was not clear whether the Giants were going with John Carney or Lawrence Tynes.  Conservative game plans should be the order of the day.  Brandon Jacobs has scored six times in his last four games.  Make it seven in five to go along with his 65 yards.  Derrick Ward adds another 40 yards.  Plaxico Burress has not reached the 60-yard mark since Week Two.  He does this week, but just barely.  Amani Toomer is a non-factor with 30 yards.  Steve Smith will actually have the best game of any Giants receiver, hauling in six passes for 90 yards.  Smith often shows up in the tougher matchups as Eli Manning is forced to go through his progressions.  Manning, meanwhile, throws for just over 200 yards but gets you a point or two on the ground as he is forced to scramble to avoid the Steelers rush.  Ben Roethlisberger faces a much softer secondary than Manning does and will see his yardage total top 275.  Hines Ward will score and have the most catches, but Santonio Holmes will be inactive, Nate Washington should have close to 100 yards. M.S.

Standout Starts:  Hines Ward
Banish to the Bench:  Eli Manning, Plaxico Burress, Nate Washington

Arizona at Carolina:  The big question for fantasy owners is, "Will Anquan Boldin play this week?”  The answer is "maybe".  Remember, Boldin initially lost 10 pounds, although he says that he has since regained that weight.  If Boldin does play, look for six catches for 80 yards and a touchdown.  Larry Fitzgerald will put up similar numbers, grabbing five balls for 75 yards and one touchdown.  If Boldin doesn't play, Steve Breaston makes an interesting flex play, as he should catch four balls for 50 yards and one touchdown.  Kurt Warner will continue to throw the ball downfield, and will finish with 275 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception.  The Arizona running game will struggle against a Panthers defense that is only giving up 107.0 rushing yards per game, and has only allowed three rushing touchdowns.  Edgerrin James has only one 100-yard game, and has had less than 10 carries in two of the past three games.  James is not an every-week start for your team.  Tim Hightower is a threat to score, as he has five touchdowns in six games, but won't get you much in yards, as his best effort has been 61 yards.  Hightower is a nice play at the flex in deeper leagues.  Steve Smith loves playing against Arizona, in his past three games against the Cardinals; he has averaged nine receptions, 118 yards and one touchdown.  For this game, Smith should reach those numbers, and score two touchdowns.  Mushin Muhammad has seen his receiving yards decrease each of the past three weeks, and can't be counted on for much more than three receptions for 50 yards.  Six of Jake Delhomme's seven touchdown passes have come in the past four weeks, and is facing a Cardinals defense that has given up 12 touchdown passes, tied for most in the league.  Delhomme will get you 240 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception.  DeAngelo Williams has touched the ball at least 12 times in every game, but has surpassed 100 total yards only once.  All four of his touchdowns have come in the past three weeks.  However, Jonathan Stewart has had two games in which he has touched the ball less than 10 times, and only one of his five touchdowns have come in the past three weeks.  This week, the Panthers face an Arizona defense that is giving up 93.7 yards per game, and allowed four rushing touchdowns.  Look for Williams to get 16 touches for 65 yards, while Stewart gets 12 touches for 50 yards and one touchdown. – Matt Wirkiowski

STANDOUT STARTS:  Kurt Warner, Jonathan Stewart
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  DeAngelo Williams, Edgerrin James

Atlanta at Philadelphia:  A lot of people are jumping on Matt Ryan's bandwagon.  However, a closer look reveals that he is not quite ready for prime time.  Yes, in his last game against the Bears he threw for 301 yards, but the Bears are giving up 243.1 passing yards per game.  This week he faces a Philadelphia defense that is only giving up 187.8 passing yards per game.  Also, that 301-yard effort was the only time he has surpassed 200 yards.  This week, Ryan will be held to 190 yards with one touchdown and one interception.  That touchdown pass will be caught by Roddy White, who is averaging 113.3 receiving yards over his past four games, with three total touchdowns.  Look for White to once again surpass 100 yards on eight receptions.  No other Falcons receiver is fantasy relevant.  Michael Turner is third in the NFL in rushing yards.  However five of his six touchdowns and more than half of his yards have been accumulated against Detroit and Kansas City (324 of 597).  Also, in two of the three road games, Turner has been held to less than 60 yards and zero touchdowns.  Turner faces an Eagles defense that is only allowing 91.5 yards rushing per game, and only three rushing touchdowns.  If you're able to bench Turner this week, you should.  Brian Westbrook has been dealing with fractured ribs, but is expected to play on Sunday.  Westbrook will total 15 touches for 80 yards and one touchdown.  Correll Buckhalter will still see a fair amount of playing time, and will finish with 50 total yards.  With Westbrook not 100 percent, Donovan McNabb will need to be sharp.  McNabb has passed for at least 250 yards four times in six games, and thrown a touchdown pass in five of six games.  McNabb should have good success against a Falcons defense that is giving up 231.7 passing yards per game and 10 touchdown tosses.  Pencil McNabb in for 280 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception.  DeSean Jackson has had at least 95 yards receiving in three of six games, but has only scored once.  Jackson should find the end zone this week, and total 85 yards.  Reggie Brown has missed four games, but in the two he did play, averaged five receptions and 81.5 yards.  Brown is expected to play, and will get you 80 yards and his first touchdown of the season.  Kevin Curtis, who is recovering from off-season hernia surgery, is also expected to play, and will catch three balls for 40 yards. – M.W.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Roddy White
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Michael Turner

Seattle at San Francisco:  In three road games, the Seahawks have yet to score more than one touchdown.  Of course none of those road games were against teams with defenses as porous as the 49ers, so there is hope.  But with Matt Hasselbeck's availability up in the air, the Seahawks may need to rely on either Seneca Wallace or Charlie Frye this week.  The whole Seattle passing game has been patched together.  In fact, no Seahawks wide receiver has caught more than nine passes.  The only potential play in the passing game is tight end John Carlson.   Carlson should haul in four passes for 50 yards and a touchdown.  If for some reason you have a Seattle wide receiver still on your roster, he should be glued to your bench.  In the teams' first meeting of 2008, Julius Jones totaled 141 yards and one touchdown.  The defense will be focused on stopping Jones, so it will be difficult for him to duplicate those numbers.  However, 80 total yards and a touchdown are certainly attainable.  You should see a different 49ers team with Mike Singletary as the new head coach.  Look for the game plan to center around Frank Gore.  Gore should easily surpass 100 yards rushing, and add another 30 yards in the passing game, and he will score twice.  Nine of J.T. O'Sullivan's 10 interceptions have been thrown in the past four weeks, and with a new head coach evaluating personnel, another bad week could land O'Sullivan on the bench.  Fortunately for O'Sullivan, he faces a Seahawks' defense that is giving up 242.2 passing yards per game, and has allowed 10 touchdowns while picking off only one pass.  O'Sullivan will finish with an uninspiring 190 yards, one touchdown and one interception.  Isaac Bruce hasn't had more than 55 receiving yards since Week Two, and while he won't hit that number this week, he will catch his first touchdown in three weeks.  Vernon Davis has had more than one reception in only two games, hasn't scored, and doesn't deserve a spot on your roster. – M.W.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Frank Gore
BANISH TO THE BENCH:  J.T. O'Sullivan

Cleveland at Jacksonville:  The Browns passing game has been abysmal, while the running game has been decent, but underused.  Logic would dictate that the Browns would focus on the run to get the offense moving.  They face a Jaguars defense that has been only league-average against the run, giving up 110.8 yards per game with four rushing touchdowns.  So, look for Jamal Lewis to total 120 yards and one touchdown.   Kellen Winslow Jr. has been suspended for this game by the Browns, so look for Steve Heiden to see a lot of balls.  Heiden was a big part of the offense in the Browns win over the Giants, but was hardly used against the Redskins.  Heiden will catch six balls for 60 yards and a touchdown.  Braylon Edwards now has 11 drops, and made several mental mistakes in the game against Washington.  Edwards has too much big-play ability to bench him, but he has only one game with more than 60 receiving yards.  He'll surpass this week by finishing with 75 yards, but won't find the end zone.  If you have other decent options at wide receiver, go with them.  Donte' Stallworth hasn't added much to the offense since his return two weeks ago, as he has just four receptions for 43 yards in two games.  His numbers will improve this week, but not enough to start, as he'll only catch three balls for 35 yards.  At some point Derek Anderson will no longer be the Browns starting quarterback, and this week could go a long way in determining if that will occur sooner or later.  The Jaguars have given up 11 touchdown passes, which ties them for second most in the league, so if Anderson can regain that accuracy, he could put up good numbers.  However, with Winslow out, and Edwards' tendency to drop passes, don’t lean on him as a starter.  Anderson will finish with 195 yards, one touchdown and one interception.  Expect to see a heavy dose of Maurice Jones-Drew and Fred Taylor.  The Browns run defense hasn't been able to stop anyone consistently, and the Jaguars will take full advantage of that weakness.  Jones-Drew will finish with 110 total yards and a touchdown, while Taylor will finish with 80 yards and a touchdown.  Taylor is a nice flex play this week.  While David Garrard has had four games of at least 200 yards passing, he has yet to throw multiple touchdowns in a game.  With the Jaguars running at will, there won't be much need for Garrard to air it out.  Garrard will finish with 185 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. Look for Marcedes Lewis to catch six balls for 75 yards and one touchdown. – M.W.

STANDOUT STARTS:  Jamal Lewis, Marcedes Lewis, Fred Taylor, Steve Heiden

BANISH TO THE BENCH:  Braylon Edwards, Derek Anderson

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