There are a number of juicy matchups for fantasy football defenses in Week 6. If your fantasy team could use a dominant defensive performance this week, try to get your hands on one of these defenses.
1. Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles have a defense that can make plays. Going against the inept Oakland Raiders, the Eagles should put up a ton of fantasy points.
2. Pittsburgh Steelers
The Cleveland Browns were horrible on offense last week. That won’t change this week as the Browns travel to Pittsburgh to take on the Steelers.
3. Green Bay Packers
The Packers have an underrated fantasy defense and this week …read more

QB Tony Romo, Dallas Cowboys
Although the Cowboys had a tough loss against the Arizona Cardinals, quarterback Tony Romo had a good day fantasy football wise. He had 321 yards and three touchdowns, including a late 70-yard connection with running back Marion Barber III.
RB Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville Jaguars
Early in the game, Fred Taylor got shaken up and ended up missing most of the contest. Maurice Jones-Drew stepped in and filled in admirably, as he finished with 148 yards and two touchdowns. When given a healthy amount of touches, Jones-Drew is as deadly as any fantasy running back in the NFL.
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QB Drew Brees, New Orleans Saints
Going up against the Oakland Raiders, Drew Brees should have a good game in Week 6. You can expect him to be pass happy and he will likely finish with at least two touchdowns. He looks even like a better start with Marques Colston and Jeremy Shockey possibly returning.
RB Adrian Peterson, Minnesota Vikings
Coming into the season, many fantasy football owners thought Adrian Peterson would be the best running back of 2008. Although he hasn’t been dominant all season, he’s starting to elevate his game. Going forward, it appears as if Peterson is the best RB …read more

A fantasy football waiver wire can help you get the advantage in your league. By successfully stocking up of waiver wire gems, you can greatly improve your chance of winning a fantasy football championship.
Here are a list of waiver wire targets to go after. If any of these players are available, pick them up ASAP.
QB Kyle Orton, Chicago Bears
In Week 5, Kyle Orton had his fifth consecutive very good fantasy game. It’s a bit early to call him a good fantasy football starter on a weekly basis but he’s looking like he can be a quality backup.
RB Justin Fargas, Oakland …read more