FFL: Week 2 Matchups
Arizona at Seattle: The Cardinals' passing game was their featured attraction of Week 1, but they should run the ball better this week against a Seattle defensive line that didn't play up to its potential against Detroit. Edgerrin James will post respectable numbers, and you can expect him to score again. Kurt Warner won't be as highly productive as he was last week, but you can look for more than one TD pass as the ground game takes some pressure off him. Shaun Alexander will be a major factor as the Seahawks use the running game to try to control time of possession. Matt Hasselbeck will throw more than one TD pass as he attacks a vulnerable Arizona secondary, and Nate Burleson should challenge the Cardinals' defensive backs with more than one downfield reception. Burleson should shine, as it's too early for Deion Branch to be a factor in the offense. Start and Smile: Kurt Warner, Edgerrin James, Matt Hasselbeck, Shaun Alexander, Nate Burleson Watch and Worry: Seahawks defense/special teams
Buffalo at Miami: The Dolphins should rebound from a sloppy opener, as Daunte Culpepper takes quick drops and hits Randy McMichael and Marty Booker with short possession throws. The Miami passing game should be efficient, and Chris Chambers will get open for a short TD reception even if his yardage numbers are disappointing. Ronnie Brown will be the crux of the Miami offense en route to another big statistical day in which he scores more than once. Miami's defense should dominate at home, and Willis McGahee could become a nonfactor as the Bills fall behind and have to pass often in the second half. McGahee should score early, but you won't like his yardage numbers. That means turnovers for the Dolphins defense, but it also means Lee Evans will post good numbers while Buffalo plays catch-up. Start and Smile: Daunte Culpepper, Ronnie Brown, Marty Booker, Randy McMichael, Lee Evans Watch and Worry: Willis McGahee
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