It’s crazy to think that it’s already week 13 in the NFL and the fantasy playoff season is starting to gloom over head. In week 12 the usual NFL fantasy studs stood out but I expect new company this week to make an impact.

This week is full of NFL Division race games that will have major fantasy implications.

First is Cincinnati vs. Pittsburgh. This game is prone to be a smash mouth AFC North rivalry game. After the Steelers disappointing loss to the Colts, I expect the Terrible Towels to be in full affect on Sunday. The Bus, Deuce and Willie Parker will be too much for the Bengal’s shy defense. Look for rookie Chris Henry from West Virginia to keep making plays for the Bengal’s.

Second is Dallas vs. New York. If the Giants had a field goal kicker they would be in first place, but they don’t, and they are currently tied with Dallas for the division lead. Marion Barber III, rookie from Minnesota is going to be a solid runner for the rest of his career and due to the injury that has plagued Julius Jones, Barber is a legit starter even though he splits time.

The third big game is Denver at Kansas City. This game should be a very high scoring game. Both teams have numerous fantasy studs, but I will dissect the two that will have the most impact come Sunday. Ashley Lelie should be able to run downfield and exploit the suspect Chiefs’ secondary. On the other side, I expect a big play in the kick return game from the X-Factor Dante Hall.

Finally Atlanta will travel to Carolina. It is about time that Mike Vick gets his first round pick receivers involved (Jenkins, White) but not this week, look for Alge Crumpler to have another multi-touchdown week. The Panthers will score often but only because of great field position that their solid defense gives them.

I decided my sleeper pick of the week after long deliberation and some help but it has to be the Ivey Leaguer himself, Ryan Fitzpatrick from St Louis. Even though he is playing the Redskins, the speedy Rams receivers are still on their home turf. Fitzpatrick could he be the next Tom Brady? I doubt it but who knows.

My bust of the week is going to have to be the Ravens’ Defense. I know a lot of fantasy players that still consistently think the Ravens’ Defense is amazing but they aren’t. The Texans and David Carr will put some points up against the Ravens and give them a scare.

That’s it for week 13.

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