Championship Week: Week 16 Running Backs
December 20th, 2007 | by aaron |As I’ve already stated in my weekly analysis of NFL Quarterbacks, “it will be somewhat difficult to field a starting lineup in Week 16 of the NFL”. However, fielding a decent lineup on paper won’t be too difficult, but fielding a decent lineup of players that will play the entire game will be. Most of our starters will rest, some will only play a few quarters, and others are simply injured and will not play at all.
It’s crunch time so take a look at this weeks top-ten running backs.
LaDainian Tomlinson: No, the Bolts don’t have a shot at home field throughout the playoffs, but they do have a shot a home field in the first round. After starting out miserably Tomlinson and the Chargers have turned things around and finally look like a real contender. Denver can’t stop the run and besides, nobody will stop L.T. this late in the season.
Projected Points: 26
Adrian Peterson: The Vikes are riding the A.P. train and they will continue to do so until they capture a playoff spot. Washington comes to town this week and despite only allowing 98 rushing yards per game, ask San Diego how they feel about stats. There ain’t no stoppin him now!
Projected Points: 25
Brian Westbrook: I would love to know how many owners loss by less than 6 points with Westbrook last week. I did, but it doesn’t take away from how good and how important Westbrook’s versatility is to the Eagles. On turf and indoors this week in New Orleans, expect a big game in both rushing and receiving.
Projected Points: 23
Jamal Lewis: Headed to one of the leagues worst defenses (Cincinnati) and playing the way he has for the past six weeks, I have high expectations for Lewis this week. Cincinnati allows 119 rushing yards per game and have allowed 10 rushing touchdowns.
Projected Points: 21
Steven Jackson: I like a healthy Jackson against any defense in the league and considering the Steelers haven’t done well on the road, I like him even more this week.
Projected Points: 20
Willie Parker: Despite Parker only scoring two rushing touchdowns this season he remains 1st in rushing yards and playing a St. Louis defense with the division title on the line, he will find paydirt.
Projected Points: 19
Earnest Graham: Playing in S.F. this week should be a stroll in the park for Graham and these Bucs. If they get out to an early lead Graham will continue to carry the ball.
Projected Points: 19
Brandon Jacobs: I don’t see Manning throwing much and I do foresee Jacobs punishing the Bills defense. A first round home game is on the line for these Giants so motivation is still there.
Projected Points: 19
Lendale White: A meaningless game for Tennessee on the whole, but an extremely important game for the character of this team. Jeff Fisher plays with what he has and he continues to coach at the highest of levels. The Titans are looking to finish strong.
Projected Points: 17
Marion Barber: Carolina gives up way too much and Dallas has way too much on the line this week. Shut down last week against Philly Barber will reap havoc on these Panthers.
Projected Points: 16
