Here's a look at this week's top contrarian plays:
QB Russell Wilson, Seahawks (vs. 49ers)
The blame for Seattle's losing ways has been put on Wilson's shoulders.
Statistically speaking, Wilson is in for a career year. He has thrown over 200 yards in each game he started this season while on pace to crush his career high in passing yards (3,475).
He possess the weapons to succeed, and will have utilize them in a divisional matchup against a lackluster 49ers defense.
RB LeSean McCoy, Bills (at Patriots)
'Shady' is back to bruising defenders and has rushed for 112 yards in back-to-back games, most recently against the elite New York Jets defense.
It's safe to say McCoy is back to full health, and in a game Vegas has pegged as one of the highest-scoring of the week, his ceiling may never be higher.
Expect the majority of McCoy's points to come from the pass game - and for him to pile up the receiving yards while playing from behind most of the night.
WR Calvin Johnson, Lions (vs. Raiders)
The Lions' disastrous season continues to spiral out of control, and Johnson has been one of the culprits.
After breaking the 24-year victory drought at Lambeau Field, the Lions return home to host a rejuvenated Oakland Raiders team in what will be an offensive shootout.
Megatron continues to receive 5+ receptions a game, but has turned in one 100+ yard recieving game this season. That said, he has the skill to burn the Raiders' aging secondary and is an intriguing tournament option.
TE Jordan Reed, Redskins (at Panthers)
Reed is on pace for 98 receptions despite missing two games, and is QB Kirk Cousins' favorite target.
With Cousins fresh off a four-TD day, Carolina will look to also contain Cousins and his receiving corps - forcing him to check down the middle to his safety blanket.
The 25 year-old Reed is a must-start in all formats and is one of the safest value plays on Sunday's slate.
