Denver Broncos
Peyton Manning (Quarterback): Manning has looked sluggish this season and maybe the reason is that this offensive line is not protecting him well enough. Manning has been sacked 12 times already and is on pace to be sacked the most he has ever been in his career. With that said, the Raiders are better than people give them credit and the pressure induced by having Aldon Smith and Khalil Mack rushing the passer is enough to cause a heart attack. With that said I think that Peyton should have a stellar game against the Browns to silence his haters for another week.
Emmanuel Sanders/Demaryius Thomas (Wide Receivers): Sanders has been getting more fantasy points because he is not as banged up as Thomas. Thomas has always been a solid fantasy player so a tremendous dip in production is not expected. Thomas should find his way into the end zone this weekend.
Ronnie Hillman/CJ Anderson (Running Back): This offensive line cannot run the football, it is impossible. Cleveland has given up the most points to running backs this season in fantasy football and even that matchup might not be enough to get Hillman or Anderson going. They are both tremendous risks but if you need to take the risk there is not a better week to do it.
Cleveland Browns
Travis Benjamin (Wide Receiver): Benjamin is the leading Browns wide receiver but should have a very difficult time against Aqib Talib and this Broncos secondary. It is likely that Benjamin has his lowest scoring game so far this season.
Gary Barnidge (Tight End): The Broncos have only allowed 3 passing touchdowns in 5 games however Barnidge has been feasting on opposing defensive back fields. The Broncos should give up their 4th offensive touchdown to a tight end as Barnidge gets in the end zone and proves himself to be a top 10 NFL tight end.
Duke Johnson/Isaiah Crowell (Running Backs): Johnson Crowell has a larger role on the ground but Johnson has a big one in the passing game. Johnson should continue to see targets however this Broncos defense should clamp down on these speedy running backs. Johnson is the only solid flex play option.
