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INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano put everything on the table this week.With a team still struggling to start fast, still struggling to protect Andrew Luck, still piecing together a defense that can live up to Paganos standards and still chasing their second win, he doesnt really have a choice.Something must change Sunday against Chicago, and it could begin to give Indys offense a whole new look.Its something that well continue to have dialogue about and with and talk about it as a staff, he said when asked about starting the game in the no-huddle.Pagano, of course, would prefer to keep the Bears (1-3) guessing all week, rather than dropping hints about any potential changes.Even if it is merely gamesmanship, its certainly time to contemplate making a switch.Indy has already been outscored 64-35 in the first half, while outscoring opponents 51-39 in the fourth quarter when they have largely been using the hurry-up offense to try and rally.The numbers, and Lucks 15 come-from-behind wins, have created a perception among fans that the Colts offense does its best work when Luck cranks up the pace and makes decisions on the fly.Luck isnt so sure.A lot of those up-tempos have been when were down big and maybe the defense is a little more soft, in a sense, he said after Wednesdays practice.But I dont think weve only been successful running the hurry-up offense. I think we can be successful with whatever is called.Indy (1-3) has had trouble executing the simplest plays this season, though.Last weekend, a wide-open Josh Ferguson dropped a screen pass that would have kept the Colts opening possession alive. Instead, Indy wound up punting.On the Colts next series, Dwayne Allen dropped a pass that would have taken Indianapolis inside Jacksonville territory. On the next play, Lucks batted ball was intercepted and set up the Jaguars first touchdown.The miscues have caused so much consternation among fans that theyre clamoring for the team to try something, anything to get Indy out of this early funk and a growing chorus is urging the Colts to use more no-huddle.Players think the fans have a point.It gives us a lot of advantages, receiver T.Y. Hilton said Wednesday. We can get the defense tired, it helps the offensive line (protect). If we go to it, we should be good with it. I like it.Making a switch comes with some real risks.Pagano has always preferred a balanced attack that includes a power ground game, a feature that could easily get lost when playing fast.Plus, with the Colts averaging 4.13 yards per first-down play, the second-lowest average in the league, failing to consistently pick up first downs could force the defense to stay on the field longer. Its a real concern for a team that has sabotaged itself with drops, penalties and sacks allowed.Its execution, its finishing a drive, its getting points, Luck said. Whatevers called, we just have to execute it better.But if throwing a change-up at the Bears prevents Indy from falling into another early deficit, enduring another bad first half or dealing with another loss, then Pagano could make the perfect pitch.Weve got to be better, he said. If youre 4-0, youve probably got the same problems going on, but nobodys talking about it. When youre 1-3, come on, what else are you going to talk about, your great record? Lets keep it real.Game notesAfter releasing starting inside linebacker Sio Moore on Tuesday, Pagano said he expected veteran Josh McNary and rookie Antonio Morrison to play the bulk of the snaps. Moore was the Colts leading tackler. ... Cornerback Darius Butler (hamstring), right tackle Joe Reitz (back) and right guard Denzelle Good (back) all did limited work at practice Wednesday. Running back Frank Gore (chest) and outside linebacker Erik Walden (chest) did not practice. ... Backup offensive lineman Jonotthan Harrison will not play Sunday after having an appendectomy last week. Pagano is hoping Harrison will return next week. ... DT Art Jones spoke to reporters for the first time in a month and said hell be ready to play as soon as the team clears him. Jones returned Monday from a four-game suspension for violating the leagues policy on performing-enhancing substances.---Online:AP NFL website: www.pro32.ap.org and AP NFL Twitter feed: www.twitter.com/AP-NFLSaucony False . -- About a third of the way through the regular season, the Washington Wizards are at . Vapormax Outlet Italia . -- Charline Labonte couldnt have asked for a better homecoming. http://www.yeezyscarpeitaliaoutlet.it/ . - The Oakland Raiders re-signed offensive lineman Khalif Barnes on Friday. Vans Offerte . After Mondays hard-fought loss, the wait seemed longer than usual. Getting set to go their separate ways for a short Christmas break, the Raptors coach credited his team for their effort on a seemingly impossible three-game road trip, urging them to build on that success when they get back to work at the end of the week. Saucony OfferteWere getting down to it. The final week of the ESPN Fantasy regular season is upon us. As my friend Kenny Chesney once sang, Man, I dont know, where the time goes, but it sure goes fast. Just like that. Okay, so Chesney and I arent friends, but the dude makes incredible music and is a hardcore football fan (he loves his Tennessee Volunteers), and the lyric is certainly apropos. Some may have waived the white flag on their season by now (my two cents: play to win every week, even if the playoffs are no longer possible), while others are in need of that finishing touch to propel them to the playoffs.No matter your roster circumstances, were here to help. Below is a look at the Week 13 waiver-wire pickups.Note: All players on this list are owned in less than 50 percent of leagues on ESPN.com.Colin Kaepernick, QB, San Francisco 49ers (22.6 percent). What an outstanding recent stretch for Kaepernick, who posted 32 points in Week 12 and has been red-hot since taking over as the 49ers starter. The list of players who have more fantasy points than Kaepernick over the past four weeks is short: Aaron Rodgers. Thats it. With matchups against Chicago and the New York Jets on the horizon, Kaepernick is absolutely worth an add. Hell be a borderline top-10 play this week.Tyreek Hill, WR, Kansas City Chiefs (26.5 percent). Weve written about Hill before, and the book on him is this: He has rare speed that will translate into big plays far more regularly than the average receiver. With Jeremy Maclin still out, the Chiefs passing offense relied heavily again on Hill in Week 12, as he grabbed nine receptions and three total touchdowns (receiving, rushing, return). Hes a low floor, high ceiling receiver that is worthy of an add in any-size leagues.Kenneth Dixon, RB, Baltimore Ravens (25.1 percent). I know, I know. Dixon has been on the fantasy radar all season (or at least it feels that way) and has yet to break through in a meaningful way. But he had the same number of carries as Terrance West in Week 12 (13 apiece), and if the trends continue upward, Dixons value would approach that of a high-end flex play in 10-team leagues. Hes worth an add for anyone looking to pad his or her running back depth.Marquess Wilson, WR, Chicago Bears (0.1 percent). There is unquestionably an element of small sample size here, but someone has to step up as the Bears primary pass-catcher until Alshon Jeffery returns in Week 15. And Wilson was that player in Week 12, hauling in eight catches for 125 yards and a touchdown. The Bears next face the 49ers, a generous secondary that could lead to more worthwhile production. Hes an add in a deeper league for those thin at the position.Dion Lewis, RB, New England Patriots (47.8 percent). Lewis role grew a bit during his second game of the season, as he handled 10 touches out of the Patriots backfield. Hes a unique ball carrier with the football in his hands. While he is not a must-start at this time, where he carries tons of value is this: He could soon start to see closer to 12-15 looks per game, easily enough to make him an asset, especially in PPR leagues.Malcolm Mitchell, WR, New England Patriots (2.6 percent). Mitchell has previously caught our eye and made this column, as hes a talented fourth-round pick whose polish has impressed in New England. He caught two touchdowns in Week 12 and has earned a role in the Patriotss offense.dddddddddddd Hes an intriguing upside add who likely wont start for your team now, but if he continues to stay busy in New England, he will carry plenty of fantasy relevance going forward.Tyler Boyd, WR, Cincinnati Bengals (34.7 percent). The Bengals offense looked really average on Sunday, but Boyd had more catches than any other wideout (five for 62 yards). Its hard for me to advocate for multiple Cincinnati wide receivers, but Boyd represents the most talented on the bunch to fill in until A.J. Green returns.Anquan Boldin, WR, Detroit Lions (23.4 percent). The ever-reliable Boldin had a great Thanksgiving, as he snagged his sixth touchdown over his past 10 games. The reason he cracks this list is in part because of a favorable Week 13 matchup versus New Orleans. This game profiles as a potential shootout, making Boldin an add in points per reception leagues with flex value.Dontrelle Inman, WR, San Diego Chargers (6.5 percent). Inman has made this column on a number of occasions this season and made his owners very happy in Week 12. He had six catches for 119 yards and a touchdown. No, the production wont be like that each week, but he has a role in a pass-friendly offense (he leads Chargers wide receivers in snaps played) and has at least eight points in PPR scoring in five straight games. A usable flex in a deeper PPR format.Taylor Gabriel, WR, Atlanta Falcons (3.4 percent). The efficiency has been off the charts for Gabriel of late, as he has turned just 16 total touches into an incredible 59 fantasy points over the past four weeks. That kind of touchdown production isnt going to sustain, but heres the play on Gabriel: If you play in a deeper league and need a swing-for-the-fences option, Gabriel is clearly a big play waiting to happen.Matt Asiata, RB, Minnesota Vikings (43.1 percent). The Vikings ground game is below average, but Asiata has scored in three straight games. He represents the best chance for a Vikings back to score a touchdown in a given week, so he fills in as a low-ceiling flex play in standard leagues for a running back-needy owner.Rex Burkhead, RB, Cincinnati Bengals (4.7 percent). Burkhead actually played more snaps than Jeremy Hill in Week 12. Hes an add for a running back-hungry owner in a deep, deep PPR league.Corey Coleman, WR, Cleveland Browns (47.4 percent). The Browns head into a bye this week, but Coleman is a player who is an add for those who are looking for upside to keep on the bench. He was the first receiver drafted this year for a reason and a worthwhile add in 12-team leagues or larger.Adam Thielen, WR, Minnesota Vikings (18.4 percent). With Stefon Diggs out on Thanksgiving, Thielen saw his role expand and managed eight catches for 53 yards. Thats not a gaudy standard scoring output, but in deeper PPR leagues, Thielen is a flex play if Diggs sits again on Thursday.Vernon Davis, TE, Washington (21.9 percent). With Jordan Reeds status for Week 13 currently unknown (hes dealing with a shoulder injury), Davis is a possible tight end streamer should Reed sit. He has been effective for Washington this season as a complement to Reed and has also fared well when Reed has missed time due to injury. He would be a borderline top-10 play if Reed misses Week 13. ' ' '