Darren Sproles, Chester Taylor and Correll Buckhalter, right. Three names you are looking at today — or trading for — if you own LaDainian Tomlinson, Adrian Peterson or Brian Westbrook.
Just like James Bond sneaking through the Russian Embassy, you’ve got to have a backup plan — especially for your top running back.
With Texans speedster Steve Slaton showing off his stuff, it seems the last running back surprise is on the radar. Adjust if you can, and never forget to stash someone like Sammy Morris or Rashard Mendenhall if you have space on your bench.
Things you might be thinking this wonderful Monday: How did Drew Brees throw for 421 yards and just one touchdown? How did Ronnie Brown do all that against the Patriots?
With Week 4 on the horizon, it’s the beginning of the wonderful world of byes. Some low-moves leagues make bye-week management an art form.
Week 4 players you’ve got to love: Frank Gore, Marshawn Lynch, Larry Johnson and Steve Smith. Be afraid: Steven Jackson, Chris Johnson, Willie Parker and Ryan Grant.
FIVE WHO ARE HOT
Ronnie Brown, RB, Dolphins 17 carries, 113 yards, 4 TDs;one completion, 19 yards, TD
Jason Campbell, QB, Redskins 22 completions, 193 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INT
Larry Fitzgerald, WR, Cardinals 7 catches, 109 yards, TD
Matt Forte, RB, Bears 27 carries, 89 yards; 7 catches, 66 yards, TD
Steve Slaton, RB, Texans: 18 carries, 116 yards, TD
FIVE WHO ARE NOT
Vernon Davis, TE, 49ers 1 catch, 17 yards
Braylon Edwards, WR, Browns 3 catches, 27 yards
Joe Flacco, QB, Ravens 13 completions, 129 yards, 2 INTs
Andre Johnson, WR, Texans 2 catches, 29 yards
Roy Williams, WR, Lions 2 catches, 18 yards
