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Sleepers for Week 7 Fantasy Football

Found October 24, 2009 on Hoops Fantasy:
PLAYERS: Shaun Hill,  Frank Gore
TEAMS: San Francisco 49ers,  New Orleans Saints

In Week 7 of the 2009 fantasy football season, there are a number of fantasy sleepers that can help your team win. If your fantasy team is desperate for a victory but you are short on stars, look for one of these sleepers to fill in the gap. QB Shaun Hill, San Francisco 49ers With Frank Gore back in the lineup, Shaun Hill should have more room to operate. He’s not going to have a huge game but two touchdown passes wouldn’t be surprising at all. RB Mike Bell, New Orleans Saints Don’t look now but Mike Bell seems to be a big part [...]Post from: Expert Fantasy
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