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Fantasy Football: 5 Must Start Players In New York Giants vs Dallas Cowboys

By Kenneth Teape

Sep 11, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the huddle with wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) and wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) and tight end Will Tye (45) during the game at AT&T Stadium. New York won 20-19. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the huddle with wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) and wide receiver Sterling Shepard (87) and tight end Will Tye (45) during the game at AT&T Stadium. New York won 20-19. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Fantasy Football: 5 Must Start Players In New York Giants vs Dallas Cowboys
Sep 11, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the pocket in the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /

Eli Manning

Manning has had an up-and-down season in fantasy and reality. The Giants offensive line has been a big reason for that, as they just do not give Manning time in the pocket. While the sack numbers are low, that has more to do with Manning’s awareness in the pocket than the offensive line’s blocking ability.

Luckily for the Giants, the Cowboys have a virtually nonexistent pass rush. The offensive line should get Manning time to operate in the pocket, and he is not a bad player in poor weather conditions. The New York Post had an article about quarterback performance in poor weather compared to good weather and Manning is one of the best in the league currently.

Yes, the Giants offense has been a mess, making Manning a tough player to trust in fantasy football, especially in the playoffs. But this is a game the Giants could really use, and if they are to pull out the victory Manning will have to be on top of his game.

He should see a slight boost with Shane Vereen expected to return to the lineup. Vereen got injured against the Washington Redskins since Week 3 and has been out since. He gives Manning yet another weapon in the passing game and a proven pass protector. His return can only help Manning.

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