7) Baker Mayfield vs. Rams
Baker did what he could last week to keep the Bucs in the game against Buffalo. The passing game wasn’t quite there against the Bills’ #2-ranked pass defense, but he was able to use his legs and rewarded his fantasy managers with 17.8 fantasy points. The Rams defense isn’t a great matchup, but they are weaker against the pass than they are against the run, and Baker is going to have to throw the ball if Tampa is going to have a chance this Sunday. I think the Bucs have a shot to take this game after two straight losses, and I expect Baker to be in the middle of any Tampa scoring plays. I’m not holding my breath for either Chris Godwin or Bucky Irving to return, but apparently, they are both “ramping up” in preparation for an imminent return. With or without the talented duo, Baker will get us enough fantasy points to be a top 10 option for the week.
8) Matthew Stafford vs. Tampa Bay
Stafford had a down week against Seattle, which means this is a great week to get him in your lineup. He’s been up and down all year, sprinkling in the occasional dud after two or three elite performances. This was only his second game since Week 3 that he failed to score 15 fantasy points. The last time he had an off game was in week 6 against the Ravens, and he followed that up with over 27 points against Jacksonville. I expect a similar bounce back against the Bucs and their #27-ranked defense against the pass.
