Week 13 vs. Giants
Brown had five receptions for 91 yards and a career-high three TDs last week on just seven targets, as the Steelers shut their passing game down early against the Colts. He'll need to do more this week and will be motivated playing on the same field as Odell Beckham. The Giants are just 14th in WR defense in fantasy, so Brown will get his chances. And Ben Roethlisberger has 15 TD passes in four home starts this season. Brown should be very solid.
Week 12 at Indianapolis
Despite the windy conditions, Brown hauled in eight of his 10 targets for 76 yards last week. Both of the misses were on deep passes on which Brown had gotten behind the defense. Wind won't be an issue this week at Indianapolis and Brown is a sure bet to get double digits in targets again. He's a top WR play.
Week 11 at Cleveland
Brown caught a season-high 14 passes for 154 yards and a score last week for his most productive fantasy day since the opener at Washington. He's had quite a bit of success over the years working against Cleveland's Joe Haden, and there's no reason to think that will change now. Brown should be a very strong start this week even though the game is expected to feature 35 mph winds. In fact, that could play into his favor as the Steelers go to more of a catch-and-run style game.
Week 10 vs. Dallas
Brown had two receptions for nine yards entering the fourth quarter last week but finished with seven catches for 85 yards and a score, his sixth of the season. He's averaging 10.8 targets per game this season and Pittsburgh's passing game has been much more prolific at home. Brown should find some room to roam against a Dallas defense that has given up 10 TD passes to opposing wideouts. As usual, he's a top play this week.
Week 9 at Baltimore
In his past five games against the Ravens, Brown has 39 catches for 454 yards and a touchdown. They might not be quite typical Brown numbers, but they're very solid WR numbers regardless. He's reached double-digits in targets in five of seven games this season, and the Ravens have allowed 13 touchdowns to opposing wide receivers. Brown is a threat to increase that number, especially with Ben Roethlisberger on track to be back this week.
Week 7 vs. New England
Brown had his third game of the season with four receptions last week and matched his season-low with 39 yards. That's not what you were hoping for. That said, he's still had a strong overall season and is capable of having a big game each week. But he won't have Ben Roethlisberger throwing him the ball this week as Landry Jones takes over for the injured QB. New England has done a nice job overall against opposing receivers, but did allow Miami's to go off for 20 catches, 280 yards and a score in Week 2. Brown should get enough to be a No. 2 receiver with upside playing at home, where the Steelers have been much better.
Week 6 at Miami
Brown is getting plenty of attention from opposing defenses, but still managed nine catches for 78 yards along with his fifth receiving TD of the season last week. Opponents are intent not to let him get behind them, but he's still had plenty of success working underneath and his touchdown total is tied for the league lead among receivers. The emergence of Sammie Coates is only going to help matters. Brown is a top WR play as usual.
Week 5 vs. New York Jets
Brown had just four catches on five targets last week for 64 yards, but did catch two TD passes as the Steelers built a huge early lead. The Jets have been terrible in the secondary this season, allowing double-digit catches to opposing receivers in three of four games, while also giving up four receiver TDs. Brown should be in line for a monster game against a struggling secondary.
Week 4 vs. Kansas City
Brown bounced back from his sub-par outing in the rain against Cincinnati to catch 12 passes for 140 yards on 18 targets last week. The Chiefs could choose to match Marcus Peters up on Brown as much as possible, but the Steelers will move him around like a chess piece. Brown also will benefit from the return of Le'Veon Bell, which should take some pressure off of him. He's a must-start in all formats.
Week 3 at Philadelphia
The last time Brown had less than the 4 catches for 39 yards with Ben Roethlisberger at quarterback was the final game of the 2012 season. On the plus side, Brown did have 11 targets, and Roethlisberger missed him a couple of times in the rain, while Brown also had a big drop. It was a bad game by both and they'll be looking to bounce back. The Eagles haven't allowed a TD pass this season, but the Steelers like their matchups on the back end. Look for Brown to have a big, big bounce back this week.
