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7 Deep Fantasy Football Sleepers for Week 16
Mike Gillislee is getting another chance in the Patriots' backfield this week. What other low-owned options could thrive in Week 16?

Wayne Gallman, RB, New York Giants

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Over the last two weeks, Wayne Gallman has quietly become the lead running back for the New York Giants. While still splitting time with Orleans Darkwa and Shane Vereen, the rookie has led the G-Men's backfield in touches (33) while seeing a 44.0% of the snaps (compared to 24.4% for Darkwa and 33.1% for Vereen) during this time. Gallman hasn't wasted his opportunity either, racking up 178 yards (98 rushing, 80 receiving) in Weeks 14 and 15.

While the matchup with the Arizona Cardinals in Week 16 looks less than ideal -- the Cards have allowed the sixth-fewest rushing yards this season -- opposing backs have reached the end zone 12 times against Arizona, the eighth-most in the league. They have also shown a weakness for backs catching passes, as they've allowed an average of 5.9 receptions and 47.4 receiving yards per game to running backs, both bottom-12 marks in the league.

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