Published 12/12/2008
by NFL Gridiron Gab
at Bleacher Report - NFL
By Josh Satler - ProFootball101.org
Must Starts:
1. Anquan Boldin vs. Minnesota Vikings.
The Vikings head out to Arizona with a one-game lead in the NFC Central while the Cardinals wrapped up the NFC West on Sunday. That said, the Vikings don’t fare too well on the road and their pass defense is highly suspect.
Look for Boldin to be able to take advantage of his size/speed combo vs. the smaller secondary of Minnesota and go over the 100-yard mark with a TD for this week’s top fantasy billing.
2. Reggie Wayne vs. Detroit Lions.
The match-up is just too good to ignore. The listless Lions should get destroyed in this contest and we see Peyton, and his favorite receiver Wayne, putting up solid numbers on the day. Look for over 100 and a TD.
3. Terrell Owens vs. New York Giants.
The Giants did a good job of locking down T.O.the last time these two teams met in the Meadowlands but that was without Tony Romo. This week he’s back. ...
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