Hyde And Seek

NFL Week 4 News and Tournament Plays

Antonio Gates (hamstring) looks doubtful for Sunday. Rookie Hunter Henry, will get the start in his place.
Jay Cutler (thumb) looks doubtful to play on Sunday, which means Hoyer will draw another start.
Rashad Jennings (thumb) status is unclear for Monday and could end up being a game-time decision.
Eric Decker (shoulder) injury seems to have gotten worse after last weeks game and is questionable for Sunday.
Isiah Crowell (knee) practiced in full on Thursday and will suit up on Sunday.
Marvin Jones (hamstring) was a limited participant Thursday, as he was dealing with a hamstring issue, but is expected to suit up on Sunday.
Julio Jones (calf) has been limited in practice all week once again, but will be ready for Sunday.
Willie Snead (toe) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice and will be a game-time decision on Sunday.
Dez Bryant (knee) has a hairline fracture in his knee and his status is unclear. My guess is that he sits out this week.
Jamaal Charles (knee) continues to be a limited participant in practice and his status for Sunday is still unknown. If he end up playing; however, he will split carries with Ware and will be on a snap count.
Tavon Austin (shoulder) was limited in Thursday’s practice, but will play on Sunday.
Michael Floyd (concussion) was able to practice in full on Thursday and looks like he’ll play Sunday.
Charles Clay (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice and is considered questionable.
Eli Rodgers (toe) did not practice Thursday and is questionable for Sunday. My guess is that he won’t play on Sunday, which gives Heyward-Bey and Coates a boost in targets.
Tajae Sharpe (toe) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice and is considered questionable for Sunday.
Delanie Walker (hamstring) just like Sharpe, Walker was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice and is considered questionable for Sunday.
Julius Thomas (elbow) will be a true game-time decision heading into Sunday.
DeSean Jackson (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice, but should be out there Sunday.
Mohamed Sanu (shoulder) practiced on Thursday and should be out there on Sunday.
Charcandrick West (ankle) did not practice on Thursday and is looking like a no-go for Sunday. If West and Charles are out, you can expect to see a whole lot of Ware.
Tyler Lockett (knee) was limited in Thursday’s practice, but is expected to suit up Sunday.
Jimmy Graham (knee) practiced on Wednesday, but did not participate on Thursday. So his status is unknown and could be a game-time decision. My guess is that he does play.
Matt Forte (knee) practiced in full on Thursday and will play on Sunday.
Chris Ivory (thumb) practiced in full on Thursday and will play on Sunday.
Tevin Coleman (ankle) has been a limited participant at practice this week, but is probable for Sunday.
Rob Gronkowski (hamstring) has been a limited participant in practice all week, but is expected to play against the Bills.
Jimmy Garoppolo (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday’s practice and is questionable for Sunday. If he’s out, Jacoby Brissett will get the nod once again.
Russell Wilson (ankle/knee) will play on Sunday.

Tournament Plays

Brian Hoyer

Salary $10,000

CHI VS DET

Hoyer is minimum wage, has weapons and a very favorable matchup. What more could you possibly ask for? Honestly.

Hoyer looked good in his first start as a Chicago Bear (fantasy wise). He threw for 319 yards and two touchdowns, in 49 attempts. While the yards and passing touchdowns were impressive, what stuck out to me the most were the passing attempts.

It’s always a good thing when you roster a quarterback that has the best chance to play from behind, because that will cause the offense to rely heavily on the passing game. With that being said — I see Chicago playing from behind in this contest, which is why I love Hoyer this week (more passing attempts = more opportunities to score more fantasy points). I know he isn’t Cam Newton or an elite quarterback, but he sure is a sneaky play and is an excellent value play.

Oh wait — I almost forget. The Lions have allowed the most fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this season, so that just adds even more spice to my Hoyer campaign. #HoyerForPresident. He might not be on the hall of fame ballot, but you’ll see him on the ballot when you vote! Make sure you vote for him to make America great again. Yes, Trump took Hoyer’s slogan. Shame on him…

Carlos Hyde

Salary $12,000

SF VS DAL

Carlos Hyde is off to a stellar start. He has rushed for 211 yards (11th in NFL), 4 TD (T-1st in NFL) and has 58 attempts (7th in NFL). Chip Kelly is using Hyde a ton, which is why I love him. He’s getting his carries and is making the most out of them. This game has an over/under of 48, and don’t be surprised if Hyde contributes to that total. There are a lot of great high-priced and low-priced plays at running back this week, but Hyde will go unnoticed and could easily score 15 fantasy points. He will be low owned and is in a terrific spot.

Quincy Enunwa

Salary $5,000

NYJ VS SEA

With Sherman most likely shadowing Marshall, Decker questionable and the Seahawks having one of the top run-defenses in the league — this could windup being the Enunwa show.

It’s never easy to go up against this Seahawks’ defense, but I see this working out nicely. Not only is he minimum wage, (which will help us pay up for some high-priced guys we love), but I also like the game script. Like I said before, I don’t see them having much success running the ball, so I see Fitzmagic having to throw the ball a ton this week. I’ll go ahead and make a gutsy call of the week: Enunwa gets double-digit targets this Sunday! There — I did it.

All in all, the biggest reason why I like him this week is because he’s mad. He feels disrespected that he’s in the same price range as Jordan Payton, Rashad Ross, Griff Whalen and Jeremy Ross. Look for him to show DraftDay why they need to raise his price. How disrespectful.

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Nick Rodriguez has been playing daily fantasy sports since 2014. He is a Baseball, Football, Basketball and Hockey analyst. He is active on Twitter, so be sure to give him a follow.