New Orleans Saints
Mark Ingram (Running Back): The Texans have given up the 9th most fantasy points to running backs so this is a positive matchup for Ingram. The Texans are incredibly hot as they have won their last two games however the Saints are looking to avoid a 3 game losing streak. Ingram will see targets in the passing game and that should make up for his lackluster rushing numbers however Ingram should turn things around on the ground in week 12.
Drew Brees (Quarterback): Brees coming off of a bye should be rested and refreshed ready to carry some of his offensive chemistry and momentum into his week 12 matchup. Brees is facing a defense that has given up the 16th most fantasy points to quarterbacks however he has looked unstoppable as of late. Brees is a cautionary QB1.
Brandin Cooks (Wide Receiver): Cooks is facing a secondary that has locked down opposing wide receivers as the Texans have given up the 10th fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season. Cooks has 5 touchdowns in 3 games so pressing his hot streak is a must but he is coming off of a bye.
Houston Texans
DeAndre Hopkins (Wide Receiver): The Saints have allowed the 11th most fantasy points to wide receivers however Hopkins is potentially the best wide receiver this season. Hopkins has proven he's matchup proof by juking Darrelle Revis out of his cleats. Since his bye in week 9 Hopkins has had 3 touchdowns and has seen double digit targets all season long. Hopkins is a must start.
Alfred Blue (Running Backs): With Chris Polk out the Texans might have finally found their running back as Alfred Blue just had his best game of the season. Blue had 21 carries with Polk missing in action and the Saints give up the 2nd most fantasy points to running backs this season. Blue is in great shape to absolutely dominate on the ground especially with Hopkins a constant target to score.
