Crunch Time: Top rookie
Tampa Bay's Michael Clayton has emerged as the top rookie receiver this season. In the Week 15 edition of Crunch Time, we examine Clayton and other valuable assets as the Fantasy playoffs heat up.
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Red hot in Cincy
Stat: In the past three games, Bengals WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh has 26 catches for 395 yards and three touchdowns. Fantasy spin: It turns out that Peter Warrick's season-ending injury (shin) was the best thing that could have happened to Houshmandzadeh. He is a quality No. 2 or 3 Fantasy WR right now.Running in the Motor City
Stat: Detroit RB Kevin Jones aims to become the first rookie in NFL history with three consecutive 150-yard rushing games. He has rushed for 352 yards in the last two games and 632 in the last five. Fantasy spin: Jones just might set the record considering he is facing the Vikings in Week 15. He should be active in all leagues for this attractive matchup.Dual threat
Stat: Philadelphia RB Brian Westbrook has 65 receptions and 625 receiving yards, the most among NFL RBs. Fantasy spin: Westbrook might not get the best rushing totals on a weekly basis but his ability to catch the ball makes him a dangerous weapon and a very solid Fantasy RB.
Biggest movers UP
These statistics are culled from our over one million Fantasy football players. QB Billy Volek, TENWas owned in 27 percent, now owned in 43 percent.
CHANGE: 16 percent
Quick take: Steve McNair (sternum) might not return this season and Volek looked sharp in Week 14. WR T.J. Houshmandzadeh, CIN
Was owned in 41 percent, now owned in 52 percent.
CHANGE: 11 percent
Quick take: "Housh" has been on fire in the past two weeks, with 22 catches for 317 yards. RB Tatum Bell, DEN
Was owned in 33 percent, now owned in 42 percent.
CHANGE: 9 percent
Quick take: Bell (shoulder, questionable) showed a great deal of his big- play ability in Week 14 with 123 yards and two touchdowns. Chargers, DST
Was owned in 28 percent, now owned in 37 percent.
CHANGE: 9 percent
Quick take: Any defense looks promising with the Browns on deck. Cleveland had 17 total yards of offense in Week 14. RB Larry Johnson, KC
Was owned in 64 percent, now owned in 72 percent.
CHANGE: 8 percent
Quick take: Johnson has rushed for over 100 yards in two consecutive games and now will get the start in Week 15 against Denver.
Top rookie
Stat: Tampa Bay WR Michael Clayton leads NFL rookies with 70 catches, most by a rookie in franchise history. With 988 yards, Clayton needs 12 yards to become the first Bucs rookie with a 1,000-yard season. Fantasy spin: Clayton flew under a lot of Fantasy radars before the season while more heralded rookies grabbed all the attention. However, Clayton has emerged as the best of the bunch this year and is a great start in Week 15 against New Orleans.Bronco on the run
Stat: Denver RB Reuben Droughns has rushed for at least 100 yards in six of his past eight games and has a rushing TD in three games in a row. Fantasy spin: Droughns (neck) is probable for Week 15 and assuming he can limit his fumbles, will have a big game against the Chiefs.Making the most of an opportunity
Stat: Kansas City RB Larry Johnson posted the longest run by a Chief in Week 14 (46 yards) since Barry Word during the 1990 season. Fantasy spin: Johnson has rushed for over 100 yards in consecutive games and coach Dick Vermeil rewarded the back by giving him the start in Week 15. Johnson is a great No. 2 or 3 option when he faces the Broncos.Biggest movers DOWN
RB Priest Holmes, KCWas owned in 71 percent, now owned in 66 percent.
CHANGE: -5 percent
Quick take: The Chiefs decided to take the safe route and shut down Holmes (knee) for the season. RB Larry Croom, ARI
Was owned in 26 percent, now owned in 21 percent.
CHANGE: -5 percent
Quick take: Croom has returned to a reserve role with Emmitt Smith (toe) back in the lineup. WR Keenan McCardell, SD
Was owned in 91 percent, now owned in 88 percent.
CHANGE: -3 percent
Quick take: McCardell is questionable for Week 15 with a hamstring injury. WR David Givens, NE
Was owned in 89 percent, now owned in 86 percent.
CHANGE: -3 percent
Quick take: Givens was a late scratch for Week 14 with an ankle injury and now is questionable for Monday night against the Dolphins. RB T.J. Duckett, ATL
Was owned in 76 percent, now owned in 73 percent.
CHANGE: -3 percent
Quick take: Duckett is out for Week 15 with a knee injury.














