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Drew Brees Scores Big Fantasy Points In Week 12
By: RySy
Week 12 had many exciting things to keep it's viewers thrilled. There was the phenomenal Vince Young comeback over the Cardinals, there was the stellar performance by Brett Favre as he tore apart the Bears, but nothing came close to Monday night. Drew Brees put on a show that the NFL has not seen yet this year, or in the last few years for that matter. Obviously the 5 TD's without a pick and 371 yards are impressive. However, it is the style in which he did it which really made it memorable. All 5 TD's were to 5 different receivers. The game took place under the lights of the NFL on Monday night, and it was against the defensive mastermind of Bill Belichick. Brees proved that the Saints have what it takes to make this their season. It will be interesting to see how the other powerhouses in the league such as the Colts and Vikings respond. So beyond the masterful passing show that Brees put on, here are some other players who had impressive fantasy numbers in week 12 that you might still have a chance to pickup.
Vince Young (QB, Titans): The 99-yard drive will go down as one of the greatest this decade has ever seen. What was most impressive though was the fact that a year ago, everyone thought that Vince Young may never throw another completed pass. These days, he could make or break your fantasy team. He does not throw for many touchdowns due to the scoring machine known as "Chris Johnson", but he racks up a lot of yards with both his arm and legs. As a backup fantasy quarterback, he would get you points for everyone of those yards.
Alex Smith (QB, 49ers): All he does is play consistently well...lately. Consider him this years Jeff Garcia. Puts up 250 yard games, 2 touchdowns, no picks. That's it. Nothing more and nothing less. Of course he still comes with a high-risk warning. However, with the slumping of Frank Gore and the continual improvement of receivers Josh Morgan and Michael Crabtree, Smith could be of service to you.
Chester Taylor (RB, Vikings): So, we don't want to say that Adrian Peterson has a fumbling problem...but he has a problem. The fact of the matter is, the Vikings really haven't needed him so far this year, so they are choosing consistency over explosion more often than not so far. Taylor has excellent hands for a running back and gives Brett Favre the perfect check down option. He should be able to pull in more consistent points for your team as well.
Kenny Britt (WR, Titans): If you have read my fellow SPN blogger, Double G, articles recently then you may have already heard about Kenny Britt. The kid out of Rutgers is playing consistent ball right now and is the main man that Jeff Fischer wants to turn into a go-to-guy for Vince Young. It will be interesting to see how much he really gets used in such a run-heavy offense, but it is definitely something for you to keep your eyes on.
Mark Clayton (WR, Ravens): Derrick Mason is good, but by no means is he a solid #1 kind of player. This makes room for Joe Flacco to spread the ball around more and Clayton has made some impressive catches lately. Heading into the playoff stretch needing to win some games, Flacco may look Clayton's way more often late in the game to give him a chance to make some plays.
BEWARE OF BUSTS
Eli Manning (QB, Giants): The Broncos seemed to have the Giants offense figured out on Thanksgiving night, and the rest of the league took notice. Without a running game that is clicking, Manning is extremely vulnerable as team's continue to drop back into coverage and let him beat himself.
DeAngelo Williams (RB, Panters): A bum ankle and no quarterback. None of this adds up for many yards for Williams. The only thing he does have going for him is that he will be running against Tampa Bay this week, so obviously it is possible to have a big game, but not likely.
Vincent Jackson (WR, Chargers): His two catches in the bloodbath against KC continues to be a mystery. The Chargers were putting up plenty of points but for some reason, Jackson wasn't given his cut. Defense's know that he is the Chargers only deep threat and have been giving him special attention, this will continue to make it hard on him and Phillip Rivers.
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