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Falcons vs. Buccaneers: Three Under-the-Radar Fantasy Football Picks

By Ryan Jackson

Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) throws the ball as tackle Demar Dotson (69) blocks Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) throws the ball as tackle Demar Dotson (69) blocks Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley (44) in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 11, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) in action against the Washington Redskins in the second quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
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1. TE Austin Hooper

Hooper had a decent game as a no. 2 tight end in the Falcons’ offense, catching all 5 of his targets for 41 yards (4 fantasy points). With Jacob Tamme out, he will have increased opportunities on the field against the Buccaneers.

The Bucs also have some issues covering tight ends and backs, with poor safety and linebacker coverage play in recent weeks. If Hooper is matched up with a linebacker like aging 13 year veteran Daryl Smith, he could be a strong contender for TE1 or FLEX in your fantasy football lineup.

Check all of the Falcons’ players fantasy scores for Week 9 and past weeks here.

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