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Ravens Week 11 fantasy flash

Next to the San Francisco 49ers, the Ravens have arguably the most anemic offense in the NFL. While every year in the NFL there is some lovable loser that morphs from a losing program into a winning one, the Ravens are on the other end of that spectrum. After finishing 13-3 a year ago, they have to climb a steep hill just to get back into the playoff conversation.

Kyle Boller, QB: The Boller experiment continues and although some people wonder why it hasn't ended yet, the answer has to do with the fact that Steve McNair -- or any other quarterback on the roster -- hasn't been any better. Boller has arm strength but lacks accuracy, poise in the pocket and quarterback smarts. That's why his career completion percentage is 56.3% and that's why he's completed only two more touchdown passes than interceptions.

Willis McGahee, RB: As Sun reporter Jamison Hensley explains here, the Ravens invested a lot in McGahee, but he hasn't really changed the offense. A lot of fantasy people invested a high pick in McGahee and while he hasn't been spectacular, he has been decent. He has notched touchdowns in his last four games, even though his yards per carry have dropped to 3.9 over his last five games. He's a quality start this week against the feeble Cleveland Browns' defense.

Mark Clayton, WR: Well, look who woke up out of his daze. A high ankle sprain, turf toe and porous quarterbacking have contributed to his struggles, but with Boller in the lineup, at least Clayton should get some looks down the field. He caught eight passes for 107 yards last week and is worth being back on your radar.

Derrick Mason, WR: Mason has been limited to 10 receptions and 64 yards over the last two weeks. His receptions-per-game average is still decent, but his yardage total is limiting him even in point-per-reception leagues. He's a good safety valve but should be competing for a third spot among wide receivers on your fantasy team.

Todd Heap, TE: Heap missed several practices this week and is dealing with a hamstring injury, which will likely keep him out on Sunday. Look for other options this week.

Ravens Defense: The defense has still been strong, working on mostly guts as various key parts have been in and out over the course of the season. This week, Ed Reed is dealing with a back injury, Chris McAlister is dealing with a knee sprain and Samari Rolle will likely miss another game this Sunday. They are facing Cleveland, who hung a good number on them the first time they played. They'll have to be on their toes if they want to prevent that from happening a second time this season. The Browns are on back-to-back road games, so fatigue could factor.

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Dave Golokhov
Fantasy sports are to Dave Golokhov what a lack of power is to the Orioles lineup; it is not just a hobby, it is a way of life. Dave has been a fantasy expert for Rotowire and hosts a weekly fantasy show on Saturdays at 12 p.m. EST on Hardcore Sports Radio, Channel 186 on Sirius Satellite Radio. From draft day decisions to waiver-wire watching, he'll be the fantasy version of your fantasy Dr. Phil: just ask the questions and he'll dole the advice. E-mail Dave
Dean Jones
Dean Jones Jr. is a Web producer at baltimoresun.com. Thanks to fantasy sports, he is able to make decisions that he wishes the Orioles and Ravens would make for their teams. He will be a regular contributor to the fantasy blog.
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