THE DECISION

Post fantasy Madman Drew Loftis and Roto Files columnist Jarad Wilk debate whom you should start this week:

JORDAN HOWARD VS. LeSEAN McCOY

DREW: Howard — Obvious things are obvious. To wit, there are plenty of reasons why the Bears will lean heavily on Howard (just $7,400 on FanDuel) this week vs. the 49ers. First, don’t be fooled by Chicago QB Matt Barkley’s impressive showing last week against a terrible Titans pass defense, he is still Matt Barkley. Second, the 49ers’ run defense hasn’t been as bad recently, but last week the Dolphins were missing a gaggle of offensive linemen. Third, snowy weather could lead to more reliance on the ground game. That’s a hat trick of undeniable reasons. I dare you to respond!

JARAD: McCoy — Here’s my response (since, without it, there would be no Decision): McCoy vs. a suspect Raiders rush defense that has allowed 214 yards and three TDs over their past two games. Over his past five games, McCoy has run for 372 yards (522 over his past six) and six touchdowns. The Raiders are allowing the seventh most rushing yards (1,286), the third-most yards per carry, the fifth most rushing TDs and have allowed seven plays of 20 yards or more and three plays for 40 yards or more. McCoy has eight plays of 20-plus yards (three of 35 yards or more), two for TDs. This is where I drop the mic and walk off stage.

LAST WEEK: Drew 8 ( Todd Gurley — 50 rushing yards, 39 receiving yards), Jarad 5 (Rashad Jennings — 55 rushing yards) SEASON: Drew leads series, 8-4