Consider Benching Westbrook Week 12

I know its not the popular thing to suggest, but this is aiming to be a very bad week for Brian Westbrook. First he is dealing with two injuries that have plagued most of the season. The first is a high ankle sprain that he hurt earlier in the year. Then he has some swelling in his knees, which is fairly normal for Westbrook. Let's not forget the broken ribs that have healed, but are still very sore.

Now factor in the very good Ravens run defense that has been awesome against the run this year. If Westbrook plays and we think he will, it will be a limited roll with Buckhalter taking allot of touches away from him. Also, if he does play he will get his points in the the air, so if your league is not PPR than you are probably screwed.

If you have a decent backup, this would be the week to rest Westbrook. Keep an eye on the news Sunday morning cause he may not even suit up.

I am benching him in all three leagues I have and I'd recommend you doing the same if your backup is DECENT.

Todd "The True Guru" Farino