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CINCINNATI BENGALS
QB Ryan Fitzpatrick
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick always manages to get some fantasy points despite some mediocre performances. This week he’s playing at Pittsburgh, a team that will have no problem shutting him down.
Point Projection: 8 Points
--------------------RB Cedric Benson
First of all, kudos to what Benson has done with his second opportunity. He is now really starting to put up decent yardage. Unfortunately it comes at a stretch in which he has bad match up after bad match up. He will most likely struggle against the Pittsburgh and their top rated defense.
Point Projection: 6 points
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WR TJ Houshmandzadeh (Cincinnati Bengals)
Housh was back in a big way in week 12, hauling in 12 passes for 149 yards and a score against the Eagles. Unfortunately, things won't go so well for the Bengals' wide receiver in this week's battle with the other Pennsylvania football team. Look for the Steelers to hold Housh in check, much like they did in week 7, limiting him to just 58 yards.
Point Projection: 8 points
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WR Chris Henry (Cincinnati Bengals)
With Chad Ocho Stinko being suspended for Week 12 because of a violation of team rules Henry should step in and claim the WR2 spot in Cincinnati. However, the Steelers sport the best pass defense in the NFL and their is snow in the forecast. Stay away from Henry this week.
Point Projection: 2 points
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WR Chad Johnson (Cincinnati Bengals) **INACTIVE**
After just three fantasy points last week it's safe to call Chad Johnson "Ocho Stinko" again. Plus,he violated team rules and will not play tonight when the Bengals travel into Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers. Owners should plan accordingly.
Point Projection: 0 points
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K Shayne Graham (Cincinnati Bengals)
Shayne Graham has only had five FG attempts in the past five weeks. He has hit four of them, but he does not get enough attempts to warrant a roster spot on fantasy teams this season.
Point Projection: 4 points
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D/ST Cincinnati Bengals
The Bengals have a below average shot at turnover points, so there is no reason at all to play them.
Bruno Boys Stars: *
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PITTSBURGH STEELERS
QB Ben Roethlisberger
It’s a bit hard to peg Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger this week. On one hand, he’s the guy that threw for 216 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions in a week seven win over the Bengals. At the same time he’s that guy that’s thrown eight interceptions and just one touchdown in the four games since beating the Bengals. Expect something in between.
Point Projection: 14 Points
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RB Willie Parker
When he has played this year, which hasn't been often, he usually produces very solid numbers. This week he takes on a Bengals defense that can be ran on without much effort. Parker has averaged 13 FPPW which makes him an excellent choice to play in start-2 leagues.
Point Projection: 17 points
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RB Mewelde Moore (Pittsburgh Steelers)
Moore has the matchup to make some big plays but the fact that Willie Parker will see the majority of the carries limits his chances. His primarily role will be in the Steelers passing game and he should only be considered as an option in deep leagues.
Point Projection: 4 points
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WR Hines Ward (Pittsburgh Steelers)
Prior to week 10, Ward had not posted one game of 100+ receiving yards this season. He's hit that mark in each of the Steelers' last two games. He may not reach the century mark again this weekend, but feel confident starting him regardless as Ward has posted 238 receiving yards and 5 TDs in the Steelers' last 3 meetings with the Bengals.
Point Projection: 13 points
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WR Santonio Holmes (Pittsburgh Steelers)
It feels as if Holmes is just on the verge of returning to his 2007 form; however, he just can't seem to get there. Perhaps a week 12 match-up against the Cincinnati Bengals will do the trick as Holmes had his second best yardage day of the season against these Bengals, putting up 89 yards against them in their first match-up of the season.
Point Projection: 9 points
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WR Nate Washington (Pittsburgh Steelers)
Washington has seen his production drop drastically following his three double digit performances from week 5 to week 8 as he's tallied just 5, 3, and 1 fantasy points in the Steelers' last 3 games. There's a chance for success in week 12 as the Bengals were one of the team's Washington burned for double digit fantasy points, but his recent numbers make us weary.
Point Projection: 6 points
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TE Heath Miller (Pittsburgh Steelers) **Check Status**
Miller practiced in full on Wednesday and is ready to return to action for the first time since Week 9. The Bengals surrendered a touchdown to tight end L.J. Smith last week and with Ben Roethlisberger targeting the middle of the field Miller could be in line for a solid return game. What holds us back from ranking him higher is the fact that it's expected to snow in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.
Point Projection: 5 points
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K Jeff Reed (Pittsburgh Steelers) vs. Cincinnati
Jeff Reed has only missed one field goal this season, but his attempts have been limited and Heinz Field is a tough place for kickers due to its open-end design and the expected snow. Consider Reed a low-end option this week, even against the Bengals.
Point Projection: 6 points
--------------------D/ST Pittsburgh Steelers
The Steelers have a very good chance at turnovers as well, which puts them over the top and makes the the Bruno Boys defensive play of the week.
Bruno Boys Stars: * * * * *
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WEEK 12 RANKINGS (click to view)
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Also read: Fantasy Football Start Em & Sit Em - Week 12
Also read: Fantasy Football Week 11 Waiver Wire Advice
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