White Condomints v OSCARMEYER WEINERLOVER
In a matchup that really has no effect on who is in the playoffs or who is out of the playoffs - this is something that does not need to be closely watched.
White Condomints can not really move up into first and they have a very slim chance to move down - as they would also have to be outscored by 100 points from the team in 3rd place. However, WeinerLover can shuffle around and move between 5th and 6th place. That does not sound like a big difference - but it is the difference between what side of the bracket they are on.
WeinerLover will be hoping that Thomas and Diggs can have big weeks and carry the load in terms of points. Having a healthy Gronkowski will help shoulder the need for points, and it will all be needed as White Condomints has not scored less than 125 points since week one. Look for Brown, Hopkins, and Hunt to carry this team to the post season.
Prediction: White Condomints
The Trashmen v Col. Erran Morad
Col. Morad is already knocked out of the playoffs and The Trashmen are fighting for a position. The Trashmen will be needing Adams and Ertz to keep up their stellar play in order to pull off the victory. Richard is the pass catching running back in Oakland - and he is matched up in a game that will create plenty of opportunity for his ability. Will it be enough?
Col. Morad should take pride in his chance to knock a team out of the playoffs. He can easily move Mike Davis up to replace the suspended Fournette and insert whoever he wants in the FLEX. Unfortunately, without Fournette in the lineup - this team is going to be relying on a few players that have been extremely inconsistent. Look for The Trashmen to take down this victory and make the push for the playoffs extremely interesting.
Prediction: The Trashmen
Steady Diet v Sagging TD's
Steady Diet is already locked in the playoffs and Sagging TD's is already locked out of the playoffs.
To be completely honest, this matchup is extremely boring - and everyone already knows what is going to happen this week...
Prediction: Steady Diet
Mike McCarthy is Gay v Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
Mike McCarthy is Gay is already eliminated from contention and Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood is already in the playoffs. However, this is the battle of team names - is Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood going to let his opponent slander their team's head coach?
MMIG has a team that recently handed out a tough loss to another team in the playoff race - and don't look now, but they might be making it two in a roll. Thielen has been extremely consistent, with a slight drop as of late. However, Edelman and Brady make a nice stack and it has been working very well for MMIG.
Unfortunately, Mr. Rodgers has the 2nd best running back in fantasy football - Barkley. Barkley is one of two playmakers for the NYGiants, and he has been touching the ball all season long. James White also has turned into the go to running back for Brady. Hilton is a player whose performance can really take off. He will have a tough matchup this week, against the Jacksonville Jaguars - but Luck trusts Hilton and will be looking to get him the ball.
Prediction: Mr. Rodgers Neighborhood
Prible is my Bitch v Hoosier Daddy
PIMB is already in the playoff, but he is a position to keep Hoosier Daddy and his stallion running back - Todd Gurley - out of the playoffs. We all know what happened last season with Gurley in the Fantasy Football Playoffs.
PIMB will be relying on Watson, his two stud receivers, and the rookie running back (Lindsay). PIMB has one of the strongest looking teams on paper and he will be looking to make his mark this week against Hoosier Daddy.
Hoosier Daddy has been "up and down" with the play of Mike Evans. Gurley has been dominate and the recent play of Jones has given Hoosier Daddy an extremely deadly running back tandem. People also should not sleep on Josh Adams - who has recently become Philly's running back of choice. If Hoosier Daddy can get anything out of Evans, Fitz, or Olsen - he should be in good position. But will he?
Prediction: PIMB
Team Dez Nuts v Hernandez Hit Men
Team Dez Nuts really needs to win this week against the top team in the league. Hernandez Hit Men could sit half of his players and still finish first overall.
However, Dez Nuts could win this week and show the world that Hernandez Hit Men is not invincible. Luck has a tough matchup against Jacksonville - but we are still talking about Andrew Luck. Miller exploded last week, with the help of a 97 yard touchdown run. Between that and the 97 yard touchdown reception from JuJu - Dez Nuts was feeling good. They will be hoping they can get that same performance.
HHM will be sitting back easy and enjoying this week - as it does not matter for him. However, he could also knock out Dez Nuts and watch McCaffrey and Chubb run through the opposing defenses. The biggest downfall will always be Tate and Landry and if they can actually pull their weight. Luckily for HHM it hasn't really been needed, because of the terrific play from his running backs. Will the injury to Melvin Gordon prove to be deadly?
Prediction: Team Dez Nuts
Matchup of the Week
The J-Bones v Grau's Beeyatch
In the only matchup between two teams that need to win and both have a chance at the playoffs - things will get interesting this week.
QB - Stafford v Rodgers
Both of these quarterbacks have struggled these past few weeks. Stafford will need to put together a decent week. Rodgers has the better matchup, and he is the better quarterback. Advantage Rodgers
RB - Conner/Coleman v Elliott/Collins
Elliott is the best running back in this matchup. Conner and Coleman make up the best duo. Conner has been fantastic this season and has shown that Bell is not needed and no matter who the Pittsburgh Steelers throw-in at running back, they will be able to perform. Coleman has taken over the role for Atlanta and will need to be helpful in terms of scoring points. Advantage Conner/Coleman
WR - Allen/Ridley v Jeffery/Sanders
Allen is the best wide receiver in this matchup; however, Ridley has a really tough against Baltimore's defense. On the flip side, Jeffery has been very inconsistent and has struggled as of lately. Sanders has been Denver's top wide receiver all season long, even before they trade D. Thomas. Sanders has a good matchup against Cincy - who has struggle to maintain wide receivers. Advantage Jeffery/Sanders
TE - Reed v Rudolpho
Jordan Reed has quietly been a terrific option for Washington. However, with the loss of Smith - Reed's productive may take a hit. Although, he is probably still going to outscore Rudolph... who has been quiet without the production this season. Rudolph is a clear cut 3rd option behind Diggs and Theilen and with Dalvin Cook returning from injury - it just moves Rudolph down a little further. Advantage Reed
FLEX - Mack v Cooper
Everybody saw what Amari Cooper did on Thanksgiving day. The explosion of points was ridiculous and probably helped many teams win last week. However, that is an anomaly more than an expectation. Mack has been in concussion protocol this week and could see his touches drop because of it. Look for The J-Bones to replace Mack with Breida - who has been playing phenomenally. Advantage Breida
D/K - Steelers/Lutz v Chargers/Gostkowski
Lutz is a kicker who is one of the highest scoring teams in NFL history. He has a clear advantage over Gostkowski. The more interesting aspect of this matchup is the defenses - who actually play each other in real life! As it stands, Chargers are slightly more talented - but then so is the Steelers offense. This would be very interesting if left untouched. I will give the edge to the kicker..... Lutz.
Prediction: The J-Bones
Mwah
P.S. Happy final week of the regular season!
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