
A very interesting Week four is in the books and it is now time to look ahead to the fifth week of the college football season and the “sneaky” plays it has in store for fantasy owners. Here is a look at some guys who might fill in nicely for owners in need of a potential diamond in the rough.
QUARTERBACKS
Tevin Washington QB vs. NC State:
Fantasy owners are all well aware of the potent Georgia Tech rushing attack, but this year they also boast an adequate passing game to boot. Washington has shown his ability to throw the ball and already has over 800 yards and eight touchdowns through the air. He could find much a lot of success both on the ground and through the air this week against an NC State defense that ranks 93
rd overall in the country. Expect a few scores from Washington this week for sure.
Logan Kilgore QB Middle Tennessee State vs. Memphis:
This sophomore quarterback had a huge game last week against Troy, throwing for over 400 yards and a whopping 5 scores. He should be salivating at the prospect if facing a horrible Memphis pass defense that allows almost 330 yards per game. Kilgore could post excellent numbers this week and savvy fantasy owners can reap the rewards.
Keith Price QB Washington vs. Utah:
This talented sophomore has been a pleasant surprise to fantasy owners this season. He has 14 touchdown passes through four games and just under 1000 yards. He could continue his hot start this week against a weak Utah pass defense. Another week of 250 yards and two or three scores are well within reach for Price.
Corey Robinson QB Troy vs. UAB:
Robinson posted almost 350 yards and three touchdowns last week versus Middle Tennessee State. He faces a very bad UAB secondary that ranks 111
th in the country and gives up almost 285 yards per game. This game could be very high scoring and Robinson should be right in the thick of it. Look for Robinson to shred the UAB defense and post over 300 yards once again.
RUNNING BACKS
John Hubert RB Kansas State vs. Baylor:
Many thought super recruit Bryce Brown would be the main guy in the Kansas State backfield in 2011, but Hubert seems to have taken that spot so far. He is coming off a 166 yards and one score performance against Miami and appears to have solidified his spot at the top of the depth chart. The Baylor rush defense is suspect and Hubert should see a healthy dose of carries as the Wildcats try to grind the clock and keep the high powered Baylor offense off the field. Another 100-yard game with a score is quite possible.
Malcolm Brown RB Texas vs. Iowa State:
This highly touted freshman is starting to contribute and appears to be on the verge of breaking out. He has seen his carries steadily increase during the first three games and is coming off his first 100-yard game against UCLA. Brown could have a big day against an Iowa State rush defense that ranks 75
th in the country and may get worn down against Texas this week. Look for a second straight 100-yard effort from this youngster and a touchdown or two for good measure.
Alfred Morris RB Florida Atlantic vs. Louisiana Lafayette:
Morris has struggled mightily in his first three games with only 122 yards rushing during that span, but part of the struggles have been because of the schedule. He has faced Florida, Michigan State, and Auburn, so it’s not too surprising that he has yet to get on track. This week’s match up is much kinder with La Lafayette on the slate. This could be the week for Morris to get going and crank out his first 100-yard game of the season.
Javonti Greene RB Eastern Michigan vs. Akron:
Greene has been productive early in the season with two 100-yard games in his first four. He is getting a steady dose of carries and should find some room to run this week against Akron. The Zips rush defense is less than adequate and ranks 100
th in the country while giving up almost 200 yards per game. It looks like a big day on the ground for Greene and the Eastern Michigan offense this week.
WIDE RECEIVERS & TIGHT ENDS
Eric Ward WR Texas Tech vs. Kansas:
Ward has really come over the past two games, accounting for 14 receptions and four touchdowns. He may be even more heavily involved this week with the uncertain injury status of Darrin Moore. The Kansas pass defense has been atrocious and comes in ranked 102
nd in the country against the pass. Look for another score from Ward in Week five, and even better numbers if Moore misses the contest.
Derek Moye WR Penn State vs. Indiana:
Moye has turned it on over the past two weeks and has 177 yards and two scores over that period. While he is not flashy, Moye is dependable and the top option when Penn State takes to the air. The Nittany Lions should be able to move the ball on Indiana and Moye should figure prominently in the passing attack. A game with 80 yards and a score are a reasonable expectation for Moye this week.
Sancho McDonald WR Middle Tennessee State vs. Memphis:
McDonald has been very consistent this season averaging 4.5 receptions per game and has scored in all three contests. This week he takes aim at a horrendous Memphis pass defense that ranks 118
th and gives up almost 330 passing yards per game. He could find himself in the end zone for the fourth straight game this week and that is always what fantasy owners like to see.
James Rodgers WR Oregon State vs. Arizona State:
Rodgers was on the field for the first time last week since suffering a devastating knee injury last season. He looked surprisingly good and hauled in five receptions for 76 yards. Mr. Rodgers has been a very productive fantasy receiver in the past and may just get there again. Barring any setback, expect Rodgers to become more involved in the offense and post solid fantasy numbers.
Austin Seferian-Jenkins TE Washington vs. Utah:
This true freshman is becoming an integral part of the Washington offense and is coming off a game in which he snared two touchdown grabs. He faces a Utah pass defense that has had trouble stopping teams and ranks 100
th in the country. Look for some decent yardage and possible another score from this athletic freshman in Week five.
SNEAKY DEFENSES
Cincinnati vs. Miami Ohio
Tennessee vs. Buffalo
Maryland vs. Towson
Virginia vs. Idaho
Miami vs. Bethune-Cookman
Oklahoma vs. Ball State
Follow @CFFGeek on Twitter