If you are reading this article, it means you are probably in the thick of the race, either trying to make the playoffs and/or improve your standings, or heading into the first round of your fantasy playoffs.
This week there are a few big pickups that could help you in the playoffs:
With Mark Ingram out for the season, the question was whether Hightower or Spiller would get the bulk of the carries. After one week, the answer is pretty clear: Spiller's role hasn't changed, and Hightower took over Ingram's role in the offense. The team might throw a little more with Hightower out there instead of Ingram, but overall Hightower is a starting caliber running back.