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Fantasy Football
Matchups Week 8
By: David Bachman
Fantasy Football Editor For WagerOnFootball.com


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Panthers

Shaun Alexander, RB, Seattle: Alexander's stats have been mediocre in his past two games, but owners should expect better this week. The Seahawks will recommit themselves to the run in an attempt to halt a two-game losing streak, which means 20-25 carries for Alexander against a vulnerable Panthers defense. The loss of DT Kris Jenkins (shoulder) and several other injuries to this once formidable unit have left it with little chance to put the clamps on opposing backs, which will play right into the hands of Alexander and the Seahawks. Coach John Fox's team has surrendered an average of 138.5 rushing yards with nine rushing touchdowns through six games, so Alexander will be a workhorse both as a runner and a receiver out of the backfield. The former Alabama star should compile 125 all-purpose yards and at least one touchdown, so don't be afraid to keep him active despite his recent woes.

Kickoff: 4:05 p.m., Qwest Field, Seattle, WA. Weather: showers, high 53, low 45. Showers are in the forecast, so expect the Panthers to utilize RB Brad Hoover with Stephen Davis (knee, out) on the sidelines. QB Jake Delhomme leads the league with 10 interceptions, so the Seahawks will put on pressure in order to force him into bad decisions. When he does have time, Delhomme will look to WR Keary Colbert often. The Seahawks will utilize Alexander should it rain, which will create more opportunities for QB Matt Hasselbeck to use play action. WR Darrell Jackson remains a nice start, but CB Ricky Manning could limit his number of receptions. WR Koren Ronbinson could lose some chances to Jerry Rice, who will see more snaps with Bobby Engram (ankle, out) on the sidelines.

CardinalsBills
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m., Ralph Wilson Stadium, Orchard Park, NY. Weather: few showers, wind, high 53, low 40.
The weather could be a factor in this contest, so expect the Cardinals to lean on RB Emmitt Smith with 15-20 carries. QB Josh McCown could have a difficult time against a formidable Bills defense, even with the return of WR Anquan Boldin from an injured knee. Should the wind and rain become an issue, expect Bills RB Willis McGahee to be the featured option for coach Mike Mularkey. Travis Henry will also see his share of carries, but he's a gamble against an underrated Cardinals defense that hasn't allowed a rushing touchdown. QB Drew Bledsoe will continue to post mediocre numbers, but he will look to WR Eric Moulds in the pass attack when given time in the pocket to make accurate passes downfield.

PackersRedskins
Kickoff: 1 p.m., FedEx Field, Hyattsville, MD. Weather: partly cloudy, high 69, low 45. Packers QB Brett Favre should have a nice stat line against a Redskins defense that will be without LB Lavar Arrington (knee, out), and FS Sean Taylor (suspension). RB Ahman Green won't produce monstrous numbers, but WRs Javon Walker and Donald Driver are solid starters. Redskins QB Mark Brunell could break out versus the Packers, who will start rookies CBs Ahmad Carroll and Joey Thomas against veteran WRs Laveranues Coles and Rod Gardner due the expected absence of FS Darren Sharper (knee, questionable) and CB Al Harris (knee, questionable). RB Clinton Portis should be active against a defense that allows an average of 121.1 rushing yards.

Raiders
Kickoff: 4:15 p.m., Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, CA. Weather: sunny, high 69, low 53. Raiders QB Kerry Collins broke out of his slide last week, and has a chance for consecutive solid performances against a Chargers defense that is vulnerable against the pass. That could also mean another nice stat line from WR Joey Porter, who should handle CB Quentin Jammer. The 'Bolts do surrendered the second-fewest rushing yards, however, so RB Amos Zereoue could have a difficult afternoon. QB Drew Brees is worth the start against a Raiders defense that is tied for the fourth-most passing touchdowns (11) allowed. RB LaDainian Tomlinson should keep the silver and black honest, which could mean single coverage for veteran WR Keenan McCardell downfield. TE Antonio Gates has emerged as a must-start in all leagues.

RavensEagles
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m., Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA. Weather: partly cloudy, high 66, low 47. Ravens QB Kyle Boller will struggle to produce in the Terrell Owens Bowl, even with the possible return of TE Todd Heap (ankle, questionable). The loss of OT Jonathan Ogden will mean more blitzes from the Eagles defense, and makes RB Chester Taylor less attractive as a starter in leagues with 12 or fewer teams. Eagles QB Donovan McNabb will have to throw more with RB Brian Westbrook (chest/rib, out) on the sidelines, and should look for Owens downfield in what will be a battle againt against CB Chris McAlister. RB Dorsey Levens will start in the absence of Westbrook, but he won't find much success against LB Ray Lewis and a formidable Ravens front seven.

BengalsTitans
Kickoff: 1 p.m., The Coliseum, Nashville, TN. Weather: partly cloudy, high 69, low 58. Bengals QB Carson Palmer still hasn't proved he can be a reliable starter, but he should find WR Chad Johnson against CB Samari Rolle. RB Rudi Johnson should have another solid stat line against a Titans team that uses a lot of man defense and surrenders an average of one rushing touchdown per game. The status of Titans QB Steve McNair (sternum, questionable) is up in the air, so it could be Billy Volek under center. In either event, expect Titans offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger to utilize RB Chris Brown (toe, questionable) against a Bengals defense that allows the most rushing yards (154.2) in the league. WR Derrick Mason has been a workhorse in the pass attack, so expect another games with five to seven receptions and 80-plus yards.

GiantsVikings
Kickoff: 1 p.m., Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Minneapolis, MN. Weather: dome. Giants RB Tiki Barber should continue to thrive against a Vikings defense that has surrendered eight rushing touchdowns in six contests. That will open play action for QB Kurt Warner, who will look to WR Amani Toomer (knee, questionable) downfield. Should the veteran receiver be held out, expect WR Ike Hilliard and TE Jeremy Shockey to more involved in the offense. QB Daunte Culpepper should thrive against a vulnerable Giants pass defense, especially if WR Randy Moss can return to the field. Should Moss be limited, it could be another solid stat line for RB Mewelde Mooore both as a runner and receiver out of the backfield. WR Marcus Robinson and TE Jermaine Wiggins are also nice starts.

ColtsChiefs
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m., Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, MO. Weather: mostly sunny, high 65, low 48. Colts RB Edgerrin James will be the focal point of the offense and should find success against a Chiefs defense that he has dominated. QB Peyton Manning will have time in the pocket to make his reads and dissect his opponent with strikes to WRs Marvin Harrison and Reggie Wayne. The Chiefs will lean on RB Priest Holmes, who should find countless holes on the line of scrimmage. His success with the run will create opportunities for QB Trent Green to utilize play action in an effort to stretch the defense. That makes Green and WRs Eddie Kennison and Johnnie Morton good options in leagues with 12-plus teams. Expect TE Tony Gonzalez to also produce at a high level against the league's worst pass defense.

FalconsBroncos
Kickoff: 4:05 p.m., Invesco Field, Denver, CO. Weather: partly cloudy, high 51, low 28. Falcons QB Michael Vick continues to disappoint this season, and this week's contest against the Broncos solid defense isn't favorable. RB Warrick Dunn will find moderate success as a runner and receiver out of the backfield, but WR Peerless Price won't produce against what will be a determined CB Champ Bailey. In the end, TE Alge Crumpler could be Vick's most reliable option. Broncos QB Jake Plummer has been solid as a starter and will look to WR Rod Smith to utilize his experience against rookie CB DeAngelo Hall in the vertical attack. The Falcons defense allowed an NFL-record eight rushing touchdowns to the Chiefs last week, so be sure to activate RB Reuben Droughns.

JaguarsTexans
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m., Reliant Stadium, Houston, TX. Weather: partly cloudy, high 86, low 71. Jaguars QB Byron Leftwich will continue to thrive against a Texans defense that is tied for the most passing touchdowns (14) allowed. That's a favorable statistic for Leftwich and WR Jimmy Smith, who should beat CB Aaron Glenn for 80-plus yards and one touchdown. RB Fred Taylor rushed for 230 yards and two touchdowns in two regular-season games against the Texans last season, which makes him a nice starter. Texans QB Davis Carr will receive support from RB Domanick Davis and the run, which will create chances to utilize play action and find WR Andre Johnson, who will exploit a Jaguars defense that has surrendered the fifth-most passing touchdowns (10) and an average of 29 points in its past two road games.

PatriotsSteelers
Kickoff: 4:15 p.m., Heinz Field, Pittsburgh, PA. Weather: partly cloudy, high 58, low 41. Patriots QB Tom Brady could be forced to throw close to 30 times, especially if RB Corey Dillon (thigh, questionable) has trouble against what is a ferocious Steelers run defense. In an effort to stretch the defense, expect Brady to look for WRs David Patten and David Givens often in the vertical pass attack. Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger will feel constant pressure from the Patriots front seven, which will utilize several blitz packages to rattle the rookie field general. That could open the run for RB Duce Staley, who has a chance to rush for100-plus yards. WRs Hines Ward and Plaxico Burress will have their work cut out against CB Ty Law and his 'mates, but it's difficult to reserve either in leagues with 12-plus teams.

LionsCowboys
Kickoff: 1:00 p.m., Texas Stadium, Irving, TX. Weather: thunderstorms, high 76, low 60. Lions QB Joey Harrington should have support from RBs Kevin Jones and Artose Pinner against a Cowboys defense that surrenders an average of 139.3 rushing yards. That will create downfield chances for Harrington to find WR Roy Williams (ankle, questionable), who should dominate CB Terence Newman. Cowboys QB Vinny Testaverde should have success against the Lions, who surrender an average of 257.2 passing yards. That also makes WR Keyshawn Johnson an attractive starter, especially with Terry Glenn (foot, out) onthe sidelines and the status of Quincy Morgan (hamstring, questionable) in doubt. TE Jason Witten is also a solid option, but owners should avoid RB Eddie George if at all possible.

49ersSunday Night FootballBears
Kickoff: 8:30 p.m., Soldier Field, Chicago, IL. Weather: partly cloudy, high 57, low 41. Bears QB Craig Krenzel makes his first pro start, so expect the team to lean on RB Thomas Jones against a 49ers defense that has surrendered 10 rushing touchdowns. With the status of CB Ahmed Plummer (neck, doubtful) in doubt, WR David Terrell could produce a decent stat line. 49ers QB Tim Rattay (forearm, questionable) could miss the contest, which would push Ken Dorsey back into the spotlight. The Bears defense allows anaverage of 139.3 rushing yards, so expect RB Kevan Barlow to receive 20-25 carries. TE Eric Johnson is on pace to record 120 receptions and will be the first option in the pass attack, but WR Brandon Lloyd also warrants consideration as a third receiver in leagues with 12-plus teams.


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