Willie Parker of the Pittsburgh Steelers hasn’t played since week 3.  He has been bothered by a sprained knee and has been trying to come back for weeks.  However, it looks like he may be suiting up this week.  He has practiced two days in a row and is listed as day to day.  This means that there is a good chance he could start this week and may be a good fantasy option.  Mike Tomlin, the Steelers coach has said that Parker is looking good and he does expect him to play this week. If you are a Willie Parker owner, you should consider playing him this week and check back on his status before the weekend to make sure he will be in the lineup. If he is able to go, he should see the bulk of the carries, 15 – 20, and should be able to rush for about 80 – 100 yards if healthy.

Recommendation:  He was averaging 100 yards a game before getting hurt so if he is able to play, he should be able to put up some good numbers.  Thus playing a healthy Parker is a no-brainier.