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November 15, 2011 9:30 AM

Fantasy Trade Targets: Week 11

A look at what players you should target in trade talks and who you should trade away.

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Players to Target

Larry Fitzgerald - 3 of his 5 TDs on the season have come with John Skelton at the helm. It's not like Skelton is a great QB but at least he knows to target one of the best WRs in the league. If Kolb remains hurt or Skelton is given a chance to start for a prolonged period of time Fitzgerald will be the beneficiary of that move.

Marshawn Lynch - Over the last 2 games Lynch has averaged 27.5 carries. He also had 5 catches for 58 yards last game as well. He is a workhorse and with games ahead against the Rams twice and the Eagles he will definitely be a factor in the fantasy game.

Reggie Bush - He might not be an every down back as the Dolphins thought he could be but they have finally figured out how to use him effectively. He's getting around 13-15 carries per contest and making the most of them. The Dolphins are no longer looking to pound it up the middle with him and instead are allowing him to get out in the flat and make something happen. The Dolphins have the second best schedule for fantasy RBs and with games against the Eagles, Bills and Patriots during fantasy playoffs (weeks 14-16) he is a big asset.


Stevie Johnson - Johnson was held to just 2 catches and 8 yards against the Cowboys this past Sunday and it's a perfect time to buy low on him. With the Bills defense in a free-fall the offense will have to air it out to stay in ball games and Johnson will be the top target. Aside from a matchup against the Jets, the Bills have a favorable schedule down the stretch.

Ben Tate - Matt Schaub's injury is a double-edged sword for Tate owners. On the one hand it should mean more carries but on the other team's will be focusing in on the running game. If Leinart can limit mistakes and make a few good passes Tate should continue to put up good numbers as he has all season. He has been overshadowed by Foster but Tate is one of the tops in the league with 5.6 yards per carry.

Denarius Moore - Palmer's top target is Moore and he is just beginning to get comfortable in the Raiders' system. Moore has been targeted 19 times the past 2 games and has produced with 184 yards and 2 scores.

Players to Trade

Frank Gore - Trade Gore to those owners that love name recognition. Trade him to the owner that drafted Vick in the first round and continues to start him. Trade him for the player that traded for Chris Johnson. Do it before Gore suffers another injury and is done for the year.

Beanie Wells - Wells continues to battle with a leg injury and the Cardinals have the second toughest schedule for RBs. It's not as if Kolb was burning it up but if Skelton is playing teams will focus on stopping the run even more than before.

Dwayne Bowe - Matt Cassel is out for the season and in steps Tyler Palko. Trade Bowe before it's too late.

Darren McFadden - McFadden might return this week but how healthy will he be? The Raiders face a brutal schedule for RBs and it looks like the Raiders are going to honor Al Davis' legacy by allowing Palmer to air it out more.

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