Shorts has delivered top-5 numbers over the past five weeks without much fanfare. (USP)

Fantasy is a speculative game. Predict the future, and you look like a genius. Don't, and you're painfully human. Gazing into the crystal ball here's our view on 10 intriguing over/unders for Week 13.

Cecil Shorts, the No. 5 wideout in scoring since Week 8, receiving yards versus Buffalo 84.5

Dalton — OVER. The Bills' defense has played better of late, and they have allowed a modest 7.3 YPA on the year, but Shorts has emerged as Jacksonville's clear WR1, and Chad Henne has been a big upgrade at QB. I actually expect the Jags to be close in this game, but it may require a lot of pass attempts with such a bad RB situation.

Scott — UNDER. I hate saying this, I feel like I'm testifying against my son. You play Shorts this week, absolutely. He has a solid chance to score again, or make a big play. But when the number gets into this territory, I can't rubber stamp an over.

Brad — OVER. The lukewarm reception Shorts has received since busting out in Week 7 is completely unwarranted. He's eclipsed this number in three of his past five and should do so again with ease against Buffalo's sketchy secondary.

Everyone's favorite Hamster may have a hard time outmuscling Denver. (USP)

Each week the Noise highlights 10 bold names who he believes are destined to torpedo your team leave egg on his face. For those playing the Lames home edition, each player must be started in at least 50 percent of Yahoo! leagues to qualify. As an accountability advocate, results, whether genius or moronic, will post the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 13 Lames in the comments section below.

Doug Martin, TB, RB (93-percent started)
Matchup: at Den
Truthfully, the respect I house for Martin is unparalleled. Entering the season, few fanalysts were more bullish on the rookie than yours truly. As predicted, he's taken advantage of a fantastic situation and then some. On pace for a remarkable 2,011 total yards and 14 touchdowns, his end season line may soon be the greatest achievement by a rookie rusher in NFL history, eclipsing the astonishing freshman campaign of Adrian Peterson. What's equally incredible, he's gripped the pigskin 37 fewer times than Arian Foster yet trails the position's current pacesetter by a tiny 3.1 fantasy points. Can you say "efficient?" Still, no running back, no matter how special, is completely immune from a letdown. When a daunting matchup looms the 'Always Start your Studs' theory isn't foolproof. The Broncos have sniffed out the run terrifically this year. Von Miller is their bloodhound. The spectacled linebacker ranks No. 1 against the run regardless of position per Pro Football Focus. Collectively, only four rushers have crossed the chalk on the ground against Denver this year. And, overall, the Mile High Monsters have limited RBs to just 3.6 yards per carry. Martin will get his customary 20-23 touches, but in a hostile environment and given the strong odds Tampa will play from behind much of the day, he may resemble more Feeble Ferret than Muscle Hamster. Then again, the last time he was featured in this space he shattered team records.

Fearless Forecast: 20 carries, 69 rushing yards, 3 receptions, 16 receiving yards, 0 touchdowns, 10.7 fantasy points

Minus Matt Forte, Bush will shoulder the load against sliding Seattle. (USP)

Each week the Noise highlights 12-13 somewhat obscure, unobvious names who he believes are destined to torch the competition. To qualify, each player must be started in fewer than 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Speaking as an accountability advocate, I will post the results, whether genius or moronic, the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 13 Flames in the comments section below.

Matt Schaub, Hou, QB (34-percent started)
Matchup: at Ten
On Thanksgiving Day in Detroit, Schaub persevered through raucous noise and, thanks to Ndamukong Suh, a pair of cracked huevos en route to his second consecutive 300-plus passing yard performance. Despite being on pace for 4,152 passing yards and 27 touchdowns, the underrated QB continues to receive the stiff arm from owners. In the eyes of many, Houston is a ground oriented club that only occasionally throws. But with Andre Johnson once again impersonating a mythical beast and because of the Texans' struggles in pass coverage, the signal caller has gotten quite the arm workout in recent weeks. Over his past two games, he's attempted 103 passes, averaging an eye-opening 8.1 yards per attempt. The Titans possess little offensive firepower compared to Detroit, but unless Houston suddenly rectifies its defensive woes, another high-volume game could be on the docket. That happens, and Schaub will again finish well-inside the QB top-12. Six of the last seven passers Tennessee faced finished with at least 21 fantasy points, including Chad Henne a week ago. Corner Alterraun Verner has defended the pass exceptionally well this year, yielding a mere 69.5 QB rating. But if Houston can get Johnson in one-on-one situations against Jason McCourty, who has allowed 14.6 yards per catch this season, Schaub will pay an enormous dividend.

Fearless Forecast: 23-31, 235 passing yards, 3 passing touchdowns, 0 interceptions, 23.7 fantasy points

Alexander has run away from the competition of late. (USP)

Fantasy is a speculative game. Predict the future, and you look like a genius. Don't, and you're painfully human. Gazing into the crystal ball here's our view on 10 intriguing over/unders for Week 12.

Bolt from the Blue Danario Alexander receiving yards against the Ravens 74.5

Andy — I'll take the UNDER on yards, because I do not trust Philip Rivers at all. (Best feeling I've had this week was dropping him in two leagues for Kaepernick). I do still think DX can find the end zone, however. Still a respectable play. Let's call it four catches for 70 yards, with a score.

Scott — Put me down for the OVER. I love how Alexander has made a big play in three straight weeks, and I love his his target total keeps increasing. Baltimore's secondary isn't a shutdown group, and we all know the Ravens don't play as well on the road.

Dalton — UNDER. This number seems just about right, but I'm going under thinking this game will be lower scoring than expected. That's not to say Alexander isn't a viable weekly fantasy starter as long as his knees hold up.

This guy has probably calmed down significantly since Week 1. (USP)

It's about this time each year, the insatiable injury imp wreaks havoc on NFL rosters, pushing previously worthless backups out of the shadows and into the spotlight. This week, Bryce Brown, Ronnie Hillman and Jalen Parmele get their shot at fantasy fame.

On this week's stuffed show, we dished out spoonfuls of opinion. At the top of the program, Brad Evans and Andy Behrens decided what new scoring sources will be the most valuable in Week 12 and beyond. Also, we unveiled our biggest turkeys and players we're most thankful for. And will it be a statistical gold rush for Colin Kaepernick in New Orleans? We told you.

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Blackout conditions could come a day early for Brady.

Each week the Noise highlights 10 bold names who he believes are destined to torpedo your team leave egg on his face. For those playing the Lames home edition, each player must be started in at least 50 percent of Yahoo! leagues to qualify. As an accountability advocate, results, whether genius or moronic, will post the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 12 Lames in the comments section below.

Tom Brady, NE, QB (93-percent started)
Matchup: at NYJ
The two-time MVP is again doing what he always does: Wake up next to his lingerie model wife. Slip on his favorite pair of Uggs. Drive to stadium. Shell defenses. Suffice it to say, it's good being Brady. Currently the sixth-best passer in Fantasyland and on pace to score his third-best season in his illustrious career, he's again delivering rock solid QB1 results. But any given week any 'stud' is capable of posting a dud, which could happen to Mr. Bundchen in Week 12. Over the past three seasons, a span of five games, Brady has grounded the Jets, averaging 296.6 yards per game while throwing for 12 touchdowns, including a 259-2-0 effort back in Week 7. However, this year's Jets brand, similar to years past, has defended the pass very well, even without it's blanket corner Darrelle Revis. Since Week 3 only Brady and Russell Wilson have eclipsed the 20-point threshold against New York. Though minus Rob Gronkowski, New England is overloaded with weapons. Aaron Hernandez and Julian Edelman should fill the void admirably. But, at home, with slim wildcard hopes on the line, Antonio Cromartie and company elevate their game. For one-week only, Tom Terrific gives way to Tom Tepid.

Fearless Forecast: 22-37, 246 passing yards, 1 touchdown, 1 interception, 15.3 fantasy points

Well-rested Eli should uncork often in high-volume Week 12 appearance. (USP)

Each week the Noise highlights 12-13 somewhat obscure, unobvious names who he believes are destined to torch the competition. To qualify, each player must be started in fewer than 60 percent of Yahoo! leagues. Speaking as an accountability advocate, I will post the results, whether genius or moronic, the following week using the scoring system shown here. If you're a member of TEAM HUEVOS, post your Week 12 Flames in the comments section below.

Eli Manning, NYG, QB (33-percent started)
Matchup: vs. GB
Weak, noodle-like, 'tired' … Manning's arm may not be "Eli-astic" but it was undoubtedly the most overblown story spewed by a bored New York media during an otherwise uneventful Giants bye week. Yes, Tom Coughlin's passing offense has dragged along at a sluggish pace since Eli's 337 yard, 1-TD effort versus Washington in Week 7, but the one-week siesta is exactly what the doctor ordered. Pro Football Talk reported Monday the passer's regained "pop" on this throws. Truthfully, Manning, sans for the lack of TDs, has actually tallied numbers on par with recent seasons. His completion percentage (61.3), yards per game (264.1) and yards per attempt (7.3) are well above career averages. But because Fantasyland is an instant gratification society, underwhelming numbers over a three-game stretch are unwelcome and unacceptable. Hopefully you bought on the bear. The Giants' matchup in Week 12 is outstanding. Green Bay's defense, sans Charles Woodson, Clay Matthews and other key players, is an exploitable unit. Though it's conceded just 6.7 yards per attempt since Week 7, four straight QBs have thrown for at least 255 yards and a TD against it. With Hakeem Nicks finally back to 100-percent and the Giants desperate to resuscitate it's aerial attack, look for Eli to storm out of the bye with guns ablazin'. In a contest where points will be plentiful, anticipate a top-10 finish.

Fearless Forecast: 28-44, 318 passing yards, 2 passing touchdowns, 1 interception, 22.9 fantasy points

San Fran could turn up golden against Cutler-less Bears Monday Night. (USP)

In several NFL stadiums from coast-to-coast change is in the air. One week after the unforgiving injury imp wreaked havoc over team depth-charts, several notable quarterbacks — Ben Roethlisberger, Michael Vick, Jay Cutler and Alex Smith — could be down and out this week and beyond. For some the effects are positive (e.g. Nick Foles), but for others their absences could be game-changing (e.g. Brandon Marshall and Mike Wallace).

On this week's mournful show, Brad Evans and Dalton Del Don broke down what these untimely setbacks mean and who will be most impacted. Also on this week's program, the tag-team revealed their sleepers, busts and Shocker Specials from every remaining Week 11 game, decided whether Jeremy Maclin will finish inside the WR top-15 in Over/Under and unveiled our top All-Rodney Dangerfield selections.

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