To help you piece together the most dominating lineup each week, the crack staff over at CFG cobbles together our ever-popular Start 'Em, Sit 'Em feature.  We try to avoid stating the obvious in this column, and attempt to highlight some players that might not be top of mind.  Therefore, you're unlikely to see any "start Landry Jones versus Tulsa" nonsense in here.  As a staff, we also try to each find unique players to avoid repetitiveness and cover as many prospects as possible.

Enough talk, let's get to it...


TODD DEVRIES

Start BCS:
 
QB James Franklin, Missouri vs. Western Illinois
Franklin was a pleasant surprise last week racking up 35 fantasy points at Arizona State.  He's got a cupcake match up on Saturday before facing the Sooners in Week 4, and getting a bye in Week 5.  If you have Franklin on your roster, now is the time to play him as you might not be able to utilize him again until Week 6.
 
RB Isaiah Crowell, Georgia vs. Coastal Carolina
Crowell had a bit of a coming out party last weekend against South Carolina, scored 2 TDs and accumulating 158 of offense.  He was officially named the team's starting running back this week, and you can bet he'll see a healthy workload in the first half against the pitiful Chanticleers.
 
WR Chris Owusu, Stanford vs. Arizona
Did you happen to see Arizona's pass defense last weekend against Oklahoma State?  It wasn't exactly stout.  Owusu has caught 7 balls in each of his first two games this season.  Look for that trend to continue this week.

Start Non-BCS
 
QB Matt Schilz, Bowling Green vs. Wyoming
I'm going off the beaten path a little bit here for those of you needing a bye week replacement.  Schliz has scored 20 and 28 fantasy points in his first two outings.  Wyoming has feasted on Weber State and Texas State, and they could be out of their element after a cross-country trip to Ohio.
 
RB Mike Ball, Nevada vs. San Jose State
We've been waiting a long time for Mr. Ball to get his chance in the spotlight.  he put up a respectable 14-99-0 statline last week int he shellacking to Oregon. He should find the sledding much easier against the Spartans.
 
WR Quinton Patton, La Tech vs. Houston
We're all expecting a good ol' C-USA shootout in this one.  You know Houston is going to put up 40-plus points, and it'll be up to La Tech to try and keep up.  Patton put up 5-95-0 and 8-211-2 statlines to start the season.  Look for him to top 100 yards again this week.
 
Sit BCS:
 
QB Tino Sunseri, Pitt vs. Iowa
Here's a preseason sleeper who hasn't panned out yet.  Sunseri has mustered up 13 and 2 fantasy points in his first two contests.  Now he faces what should be a formidable Iowa defense.  If you still have Sunseri on your roster, keep him on your bench.
 
RB Antwon Bailey, Syracuse vs. USC
Bailey started slow in the opener against Wake Forest, but came through in the second half to wind up with a 25-fantasy point effort.  Last week, however, there are red flags all over the place after a weak 13-43-0 performance against Rhose Island.  Start him at your own risk against USC this week.
 
WR Roy Roundtree, Michigan vs, Eastern Michigan
Yep, he caught the winning touchdown against Notre Dame with :02 seconds left on the clock.  That's the good news.  The bad news is that it was his only catch of the night.  The Michigan offense is still evolving and the passing game is very much in search of an identity.  Wait for this situation to sort itself out before jumping on any Michigan receivers.

Sit Non-BCS:
 
QB Ryan Aplin, Arkansas State vs. Virginia Tech
East Carolina's potent offense was competely shut down in Blacksburg last week.  While Aplin is one of the best non-BCS quarterbacks in the country, this is not the time or place to rely on him for fantasy production.
 
RB Jasmin Hopkins, NIU vs. Wisconsin
Hopkins only has 27 carries in the first two games, and there is no reason to expect him to see a big increase in workload against the Badgers. Keep him on your bench and wait to unleash him when the MAC schedule kicks into high gear in the coming weeks.
 
WR Boise State receivers
Disclaimer:  this is not to say that the Boise State receivers will not produce on Friday night, quite the contrary.  We just don't have any clue who is going to step up and be Kellen Moore's go-to.  If you have Mike Miller or Tyler Shoemaker or Geraldo Boldewign on your roster, play the "wait and see" game this week.  Remember, the Broncos have only played one game thus far.  There's very little to go on.


KEVIN MOUNT

Start BCS:
 
QB Brock Osweiler Arizona St vs. Illinois:
Osweiler is coming off a huge game against Missouri and is looking to build upon that this week against Illinois. This game could be high scoring and Osweiler will have to put up numbers to keep pace. It will be a tougher test on the road, but we think he is up to the task. Look for Osweiler to shine once again on Saturday night.
 
RB Andre Ellington Clemson vs. Auburn:
Ellington is a touchdown waiting to happen every time he touches the ball. He could find the end zone a couple of time against an Auburn defense that has struggled to stop the run thus far giving up a mind boggling 280 yards per game. Fantasy owners should expect to see a lot of Ellington this week.
 
WR Darrin Moore Texas Tech vs. New Mexico:
Moore had a monster opening week grabbing 12 receptions for 221 yards and a score. Owners may be wondering if this was a fluke or if he is going to post big numbers on a regular basis, we are leaning to the latter. This may be the last time Moore appears on this list, as he may be an every week starter very soon.

Start Non-BCS
 
QB Zac Dysert Miami Ohio vs. Minnesota:
Dysert should be able to find some success this week against a shaky Minnesota pass defense that ranks 105^th in the country and is giving up almost 300 yards per game. Expect some nice production out of this junior signal caller in Week three.
 
RB Michael Hayes Houston vs. Louisiana Tech:
Hayes has been doing everything for Houston out of the backfield through the first two games. He has 192 total yards and four touchdowns thus far and could really add to those totals this week against La Tech. There is a good possibility of another 100 total yards and a score from Hayes this week.
 
WR Cole Beasley SMU vs. Northwestern State:
Beasley and the entire SMU passing game has struggled so far this season, but that could change this week. This seems like the perfect opportunity to get the passing game clicking against Northwestern State. Expect improved numbers out of Beasley this week and possible a score.
 
Sit BCS:
 
QB Tyler Bray Tennessee vs. Florida:
Bray goes from the start list last week to the sit list this week. He will be facing a Florida defense that ranks 12^th against the pass and appears to be back to their stingy ways of the past. He may still put up some yards, but three or four scores seem unlikely this week.
 
RB Vick Ballard Mississippi State vs. LSU:
Ballard has been on a tear early in the season churning up 300 yards and four scores. It is hard to sit a guy that is on such a tear, but it might be the smart move in this case. He is facing a stout LSU defense that shut down LaMichael James and the potent Oregon running game in Week one. Sit Ballard if you have safer options this week.
 
WR TJ Moe Missouri vs. Western Illinois:
Moe has been a disappointment so far this season. He does have twelve catches through two games, but has yet to reach the end zone. Things may not get much better this week as he may not play a full game with Western Illinois on the docket.

Sit Non-BCS:
 
QB Chandler Harnish Northern Illinois vs. Wisconsin:
Harnish has been fantasy gold this season with 11 total touchdowns and over 700 yards of total offense in two games. This week he faces a much stiffer test in the Wisconsin Badgers. Another thing that may hurt Harnish this week is not being on the field very long. With the Wisconsin rushing attack grinding out the clock, Harnish may spend a lot of time watching from the sidelines.
 
RB Lance Dunbar vs. Alabama:
Dunbar was a top fantasy running back heading into the season, but has been subpar to date. He only has a bit over 100 yards rushing and one score through the first two contests and those numbers don’t figure to rise much against an Alabama defense that gives an average of 49 yards rushing per game. Wait for a better match up to put Dunbar back in the lineup.
 
WR TY Hilton Florida International vs. UCF:
Hilton had a breakout game last week totaling 201 yards receiving and two scores against Louisville. He is the main weapon for FIU, but may find yardage and scores much harder to come by versus UCF. The Knights rank 4^th in the country against the pass and only allow an average of 77 yards per game. Fantasy owners might not get the production they are expecting out of Hilton this week.


JOE ARPASI

BCS Only Start:
 
QB Nick Foles Arizona vs. Stanford:  
Foles has been throwing the ball, and throwing it often in 2011. The ground game is not an effective part of the offense and the responsibility of moving the ball is on Foles’ shoulders. Although Arizona was shell-shocked at Oklahoma State last week, they get a more familiar foe in Stanford and look for Foles to find the endzone more in this one. A healthy Juron Criner would only help his fantasy stock but Criner’s playing status is still in the air.
 
RB Isaiah Pead Cincinnati vs. Akron:  
Pead has very quietly been one of the more consistent scoring running backs of the very young 2011 season. It doesn’t matter if he’s playing Austin Peay or Tennessee, he seems to be a lock for 20 fantasy points each week. This week doesn’t look to be any different with Akron on the slate. He may only touch the ball 10 or 12 times in this one but his big play ability should be showcased once again.
 
WR Paul Richardson Colorado vs. Colorado State:
Richardson exploded last week to the tune of 11 receptions for 284 yards and two touchdowns. Although he only caught three passes in week one, he still reached the endzone twice in that game. Week three brings bitter rival Colorado State and you can rest assured that the Buffs offense won’t be looking to play it conservative in this one. Don’t be surprised if they air it out early and keep the foot on the gas.
 
Non BCS Start:
 
QB Bryan Ellis UAB vs. Tulane:
UAB opened the season with a bye week then hit the road to play Florida. Now brings conference foe Tulane and we can expect to see the UAB offense back to its old ways. Although Ellis should remain productive without the presence of running back Pat Shed (injured), Ellis looks to be a quality QB 2 start if you’re in a pinch. Yes he is missing his top play maker but this is Tulane we’re talking about.
 
RB Lennon Creer Louisiana Tech vs. Houston:
After mopping up a Central Arkansas team in week two, Creer has a big time match-up with a dangerous Houston squad. You can expect the offense to lean on Creer’s ability to grind the ball on the ground along with his ability to eat up game clock. If you’re in a PPR league you could see an extra bump as Creer will have to be called on in the passing game as well if Louisiana Tech wants to try and keep pace with Houston.
 
WR Eugene Cooper Bowling Green vs. Wyoming:
Cooper has just been spectacular in two games this season. He is only averaging five receptions a game but he is taking those passes and turning them into big plays that typically reach the endzone. A match-up with a Wyoming offense that seems to be finding their strides on might set the stage for a potential shootout. Bowling Green will put up their points, and as long as the long road trip doesn’t keep the Cowboy offense stuck in second gear look for a back and worth passing battle in this one.
 
BCS Only Sit:
 
QB Landry Jones Oklahoma at Florida State:  
While we talk about “riding your horses” here at CFG, we also will mention if a stud is borderline be willing to start someone that is receiving a much more favorable FFCPI ranking. This is the case for Jones being placed in the sit category. HE IS NOT AN AUTOMATIC SIT, but keep your eyes open for a better match-up on your roster. Jones has been more sluggish in big road game match-ups, and this week’s game at Florida State definitely qualifies as another big road game stage.
 
RB James White Wisconsin vs. Northern Illinois:
White was expected to be the RB #1-B for Wisconsin but two weeks into the season has shown us otherwise. Ball is dominating the stats and White is getting few scoring opportunities inside the redzone. Although the Badgers are facing a MAC school, it looks like Ball and Wilson will most likely eat into White’s production once again.
 
WR Alex Torres Texas Tech vs. New Mexico:
Albeit Texas Tech has only played one game, it might look like Torres has taken a backseat for the talented youngster Darrin Moore. Moore caught three times more balls than Torres in the season opener. This week’s game looks to be another easy win for the Red Raiders and it might be safe to leave Torres on the bench in the event he matches his week one performance of 4 receptions for 58 yards and no touchdowns.
 
Non BCS Sit:
 
QB Jake Heaps BYU vs. Utah:
The “Holy War” game with Utah is one in which BYU will not need an extra pep talk. The key for Heaps is to see if he can find a rhythm where the offense can find the big plays and they can reach the endzone in the air. Heaps has the “potential” for a decent game, but as Joe Paterno says, “Nothing gets coaches fired more than potential.” Don’t let your fantasy moves get “fired” over Heaps’ potential and play it safe.
 
RB Alvester Alexander Wyoming at Bowling Green:
In two games Alexander has put up respectable numbers. Those two games were against Weber State and Texas State. Wyoming will have to travel across the country to face a pesky Bowling Green squad that has caught fire on offense. Even if Wyoming wants to feature Alexander in this one, they may fall behind to a point where they must air it out to stay in what looks to become a track meet of a game.
 
WR Cody Wilson Central Michigan at Western Michigan:
The Central Michigan offense has resembled someone running through the sand on the beach in two weeks of play. They are moving toward where they want to go, but it’s taking more energy than they would like. Wilson has been sluggish in his first two outings by not breaking double digit receptions in a game, not breaking 100 yards receiving in a game, and only reaching the endzone once. This game “should” produce some good offensive fireworks, but if the Central offense continues to be stuck in the sand, then it may be hard for Wilson to live up to “playable” status.

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