Several players are worth grabbing after performances this week–or finally be cleared by Johnny Law
Chris Henry, WR Cincinnati Bengals
Chris Henry got 8 touchdowns last year as the third receiver for the Bengals. You might remember him. He comes back Week 10 after serving his suspension from the NFL commissioner. Even though the Bengals have stunk it up as of late, they should start making use of Henry almost immediately. He has already been practicing with the team for a couple of weeks. Look for him on your waiver wire, and especially grab him if Ocho Cinco misses any playing time with his head injury–although I don’t see it swelling any bigger.
Ernest Graham, RB Tampa Bay Buccanneers
If no one in your league has picked up Graham yet, he is worth grabbing now. His performance this week cements his role as the starter, and he has been playing better than a few big names–Shawn Alexander owners should jump all over him if he is available
Adrian Peterson, RB Chicago Bears
He hasn’t had a huge game yet, but this Adrian Peterson might soon be named the starter after Cedric Benson has been disappointing to say the least for the Bears. Grab him now if you are weak at RB and need someone to jump in late this season. He’s worth giving an extra roster spot to if you can afford it.
Priest Holmes, RB Kansas City Chiefs
If LJ misses next week, Holmes will get his first start in years, and he might even be noteworthy to fantasy teams against a Denver defense that is giving up yards to anyone who wants them. Keep an eye on the injury reports to see if LJ will make it back next week.
Kevin Faulk, RB New England Patriots
Faulk was the most productive back against the Colts in the showdown of the unbeatens. While he may not get many carries, he might emerge as a good back if the Patriots continue to use him during garbage time and as a receiver from the backfield. Maroney certainly hasn’t put up big numbers, so Faulk might end up being the most productive back fantasy-wise that the high-powered Patriot offense has to offer.
Maurice Morris, RB Seattle Seahawks
Morris returns this Sunday for Seattle and could have a big impact and even start if Shaun Alexander is plagued by the injury that kept him out of part of the game against Cleveland. Check the injury reports and see what the Seahawks are saying later in the week. Even if Alexander starts, Morris’ fantasy value could increase if Shaun continue to play poorly and needs some help splitting carries.
New Blood at QB: Who to take and who to leave behind if you can
Kellen Clemens, QB New York Jets
Clemens is going to be big once he gets all the receivers back in New York. Clemens arm can carry this team to places Pennington’s might not have been able to reach. Look for him on your wire this week. He is a MUST pickup if you are in need of a quarterback at this stage of the season.
JP Losman, QB Buffalo Bills
Losman came back and, with the help of Lee Evans, has started putting up some decent fantasy stats. He’s not a week-to-week starter, but he is definitely a good one to get on your roster to help you when he has a good matchup against a week secondary. Many teams may have dropped him after he lost his starting job, so now is the time to seize him as he/Evans enter their second half surge to end the season.
Cleo Lemon, QB Miami Dolphins
While not the best fantasy value thus far, Lemon will have his good match ups. If you are completely at a loss at quarterback, think about picking him up. He has been named the starter but might still lose some time to John Beck later in the season. Again, if you are desperate, pick him up but try to find a better option.
Patrick Ramsey, QB Denver Broncos
If Cutler misses time, Ramsey will get the start. He did alright in the second half of the Detroit game after Cutler went down, but he still isn’t going to be the start of any fantasy team. He will only help you for a few weeks, but if you need that kind of help or have Cutler and are desperate for a starter, he’s one guy you can snag.
Stats and notes from Fantasy Football Xtreme, FanballNews.com, and CBS Sports
