Fantasy Football: Tom Brady, Thursday’s Top Performers

Sep 10, 2015; Foxborough, MA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver

(84) avoids a tackle attempt by New England Patriots outside linebacker

(91) during the third quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

Antonio Brown, Pittsburgh Steelers

Fresh off of a season during which he led the NFL in receptions and receiving yards, Antonio Brown picked up where he left off. He torched Malcolm Butler, making plays at will against the Super Bowl hero.

Brown had nine receptions on 11 targets for 133 yards and one touchdown.

This wasn’t an out-of-the-ordinary game for Brown, but instead something close to what can be expected of him. He had seven games with at least nine receptions in 2014 and eight with at least 100 yards.

Even once Le’Veon Bell and Martavis Bryant return, Brown should continue to produce at this level.

In standard leagues, Brown was good for 19 points against New England. In point per reception leagues, he tallied 28 points.

If you have Brown on your roster, you’re in for a massive season.

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