Daunte Culpepper (vs. Seattle) – This Vikings quarterback has been “nails” all season long. This week he’s going against a defense that allowed someone named Anthony Wright (just 1 touchdown in his last 9 starts) to toss 4 touchdowns in one game. My calculations have Culpepper throwing 14 TD’s in the first 3 quarters, and even though he might be pulled in the 4th due to the blowout, he is still a recommended starter.

Marshall Faulk (@ Cleveland) – Cleveland allowed Jamal Lewis (see below) to run for over 294 yards. His 295 yards was an NFL record. I predict Marshall to run for 100 yards and throw for over 100 more on two length-of-the-field trick plays in which he receives a direct snap, performs a fake handoff, then reverses the field and simulates a punt before throwing to wide open, backup tight end Barry Napierski, who I have on 16 of my fantasy teams. I e-mailed this play to Mike Martz several weeks ago and expect them to implement it in this game.

Jamal Lewis (vs. Cincinnati) – I already mentioned Jamal ran for over 294 yards earlier this season. I see no reason why he cannot duplicate that effort against the Bungles(!). They have not yet won a game this decade.

BENCH

LaTarence Dunbar (vs. Carolina) – Carolina has a good defense, but their lackluster 6th cornerback really only plays on special teams, so you might be tempted to start this 6th wide receiver for the Falcons. Don’t.

Tony Romo (@ Philadelphia) – Philadelphia is tough on quarterbacks, and the third stringer for the Cowboys hasn’t played all season. I don’t see this trend stopping here.

Priest Holmes (@ Denver) – If learned one thing in history class, it was something I think some Chinese philosopher said about “the only thing we have to fear is history dooming those who repeat it” or something. It was this time last year that Priest shattered his hip, so I think he is a risky start in a game that will likely be his last of the season.