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| 1. | Kurt Warner expected to play after practicing Wednesday |
(FFToolbox) Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner went through a full practice on Wednesday and said he expects to play with no limitations Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. Warner said he passed the required mental tests on Tuesday after sustaining a concussion in Arizona's week 11 game against St. Louis. Warner plans to be cautious as he prepares through the week but as of Wednesday, all signs were good that he would make his 42nd consecutive NFL start. The 38-year-old Warner said he only has some stiffness in his neck at this point. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said he wants to see how Warner reacts aft... (More) | 3 hours |
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| 2. | Jamal Lewis limited Wednesday |
(Rotoworld) Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited in Browns practice Wednesday. Analysis: He's still slated to play Sunday against Cincinnati's No. 2 run defense. | 6 hours |
| 3. | Browns | J. Lewis limited Wednesday |
(KFFL) NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns RB Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. | 8 hours |
| 4. | Packers | Barbre, A. Green unlikely to play Week 12 |
(KFFL) Updating a previous item, Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Ahman Green (groin) and OT Allen Barbre (ankle) are listed as doubtful for Week 12 and almost surely won't play. | 9 hours |
| 5. | Warner practices, should play |
(FFChamps) Arizona Cardinals' quarterback Kurt Warner went through an entire practice on Wednesday, and expects to play this Sunday when the team travels to Tennessee to play the Titans. The two-time league MVP suffered a concussion during the second quarter of last weekend's 21-13 victory over the St. Louis Rams. Warner admits this is the fifth concussion of his playing career (including high school, college, and his time in the Arena League), but passed all requisite mental evaluations on Tuesday, showing "no problems neurologically at all." Analysis: Warner is doing everything he can to try and get... (More) | 10 hours |
| 6. | Jamal Lewis |
(RotoWire) Lewis (ankle) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. Analysis: The Browns' injury report is often one of the less revealing, but this is where Lewis was this time last week, and he played, so until we hear otherwise, we'll assume that's likely to be the case once again in Week 12. | 10 hours |
| 7. | Matt Leinart |
(RotoWire) Leinart's teammate Kurt Warner (head) took all of his normal reps during Wednesday's practice and he passed all of his medical tests on Tuesday, the Cardinals' official site reports. Analysis: Officially, Warner remains day-to-day. There is a good chance that he will start on Sunday and Leinart will serve as his backup. | 14 hours |
| 8. | Sammy Morris |
(RotoWire) Morris (knee) was present for the media portion of Wednesday's practice, the Boston Globe reports. Analysis: We'll follow Morris' status as the week rolls along, but a probable conclusion heading into the weekend is that he'll be a game-time decision for Monday's game against the Saints. | 14 hours |
| 9. | Packers | Barbre, Green doubtful for Week 12 |
(KFFL) Tom Pelissero, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers OT Allen Barbre (ankle) and RB Ahman Green (groin) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. They are listed as doubtful for Week 12. | 15 hours |
| 10. | Ahman Green doubtful for Thanksgiving |
(Rotoworld) Ahman Green (groin) is listed as doubtful for Thanksgiving. Analysis: Brandon Jackson will step into the third-down back job against Detroit. He had 10 touches in the role last week, but likely won't see as many Thursday. Green Bay can use more I-formations against a soft Lions run defense. | 16 hours |
| 11. | Sammy Morris a game-time decision again |
(Rotoworld) Sammy Morris (knee) was limited in Wednesday's practice and says he'll be a game-time decision again in Week 12. Analysis: Morris was inactive last Sunday against the Jets. The Pats didn't need him, but could push him to play Monday night at New Orleans. Projecting his role would be complete guesswork, however. Morris will not be a fantasy option. | 17 hours |
| 12. | Marc Bulger won't be a Ram in 2010 |
(Rotoworld) According to ESPN's Mike Sando, there's "no way" Marc Bulger will be a Ram in 2010 at his scheduled salary of $8.5 million. Analysis: Sando isn't going out on a limb here, but it's noteworthy because Bulger's season is potentially over due to a fractured tibia. He may have played his last snap in a St. Louis uniform. The Rams could approach the 32-year-old about a pay cut this offseason, but we're guessing that Bulger would refuse. | 1 day |
| 13. | Marc Bulger may be out for season with leg fracture |
(FFToolbox) On Monday, St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger was nursing head, groin and knee injuries. While some thought he may have a concussion, it's that knee injury that could end his season. An MRI revealed that Bulger has a fractured tibia. It's officially a tibial plateau fracture. The injury won't require surgery, but it is expected to sideline Bulger for as little as three weeks and for as much as six. Bulger also had an MRI exam Monday for an injury to his groin-hamstring area, which has been diagnosed as a strain, head coach Spagnuolo said. Bulger is scheduled for a neurological exam, too, becaus... (More) | 1 day |
| 14. | Packers | Three miss practice Tuesday |
(KFFL) Tom Pelissero, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers OT Allen Barbre (ankle), RB Ahman Green (groin) and C Scott Wells (knee) did not practice Tuesday, Nov. 24. | 1 day |
| 15. | Ahman Green held out of practice Tuesday |
(Rotoworld) Ahman Green (groin) was held out of practice Tuesday. Analysis: Green suffered the injury late last week in practice, and he doesn't appear ready for game action. Expect Brandon Jackson to handle third-down duties for the second straight week. | 1 day |
| 16. | Matt Leinart |
(RotoWire) Leinart's teammate Kurt Warner's (head) status for Sunday's game may not be determined until Friday, Saturday or Sunday, the Arizona Republic reports. Analysis: In order to be cleared for contact, Warner must pass neurological tests and go without concussion symptoms for a few days. The Cardinals are optimistic that Warner will be able to play on Sunday, but they're going to be cautious, especially since they have a three-game lead in the NFC West with six games to play. Leinart is on standby for his first start since early in the 2007 season. | 1 day |
| 17. | Bulger out three to six weeks |
(TheHuddle) StLouisRams.com reports St. Louis Rams QB Marc Bulger (tibia) will miss three to six weeks after an MRI revealed a broken tibia. It is not known if he will be placed on Injured Reserve. Analysis: Kyle Boller will take over in Bulger's stead. As we said earlier, whoever is under center shouldn't make a big difference in Steven Jackson's production. Jackson is the only Ram worth serious Fantasy consideration. | 1 day |
| 18. | Bulger out 3-6 weeks |
(FFChamps) Rams quarterback Marc Bulger will be sidelined three-to-six weeks with a broken bone in his left shin near his knee. Technically it's called a tibial plateau fracture, and it was among the many injuries Bulger sustained in Sunday's game against the Falcons. Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo told the St. Louis Post Dispatch that the injury does not require surgery. "It’s just crutches. He’ll have to say off it for a while." Bulger also suffered a head injury as well as a strained groin/hamstring during their Week 11 game against the Falcons. Analysis: With Bulger out, More) | 2 days |
| 19. | Marc Bulger out 3-6 weeks with broken ti... |
(Rotoworld) A Monday MRI revealed that Marc Bulger has a fracture in the upper part of his kneecap. He'll miss the next 3-6 weeks. Analysis: The injury is a "tibial plateau fracture," and with only six games left Bulger is a candidate for injured reserve. Kyle Boller is next on the depth chart, but the 1-9 Rams may as well see what rookie Keith Null can do if Boller struggles (likely). Boller wasn't good in two spot starts earlier this season. Bulger wasn't playing very well either, but had a better chance of getting the ball to Donnie Avery and Brandon Gibson. Both Rams wideouts take hits in value. | 2 days |
| 20. | Rams | Bulger out three to six weeks |
(KFFL) StLouisRams.com reports St. Louis Rams QB Marc Bulger (tibia) will miss three to six weeks after an MRI revealed a broken tibia. It is not known if he will be placed on Injured Reserve. | 2 days |
| 21. | Packers | Six miss practice Monday |
(KFFL) Packers.com reports Green Bay Packers OG Allen Barbre (ankle), OT Chad Clifton (knee), RB Ahman Green (groin), DL Cullen Jenkins (ankle), C Scott Wells (knee) and CB Charles Woodson (hip) did not practice Monday, Nov. 23. | 2 days |
| 22. | Marc Bulger uncertain to play against Seahawks |
(FFToolbox) St. Louis Rams quarterback Marc Bulger wasn't very effective Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. So will backup QB Kyle Boller be any better against the Seattle Seahawks this week? We may find out since Bulger is nursing a number of injuries that could keep him out of action. Bulger suffered a strain to what head coach Steve Spagnuolo called his "groin-hamstring" area. Bulger also sustained a blow to the head. He will undergo tests for a potential concussion Tuesday. Bulger also awoke Monday with swelling in his knee. He will under go ... (More) | 2 days |
| 23. | Bulger may not play in Week 12 |
(TheHuddle) ESPN.com reports St. Louis Rams QB Marc Bulger (hamstring, head, knee) might not play against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12 after suffering multiple injuries in Week 11. He suffered a strain to his 'groin-hamstring' area and a blow to the head. Bulger will undergo tests for a possible concussion Tuesday, Nov. 24. He also awoke Monday, Nov. 23, with swelling in his knee, and will undergo an MRI Monday. Analysis: It doesn't sound good for Bulger's availability. However, the only Ram worth serious Fantasy consideration anyway is Steven Jackson. And even though he was a little banged up against the C... (More) | 2 days |
| 24. | Rams | Bulger may not play in Week 12 |
(KFFL) Mike Sando, of ESPN.com, reports St. Louis Rams QB Marc Bulger (hamstring, head, knee) might not play against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12 after suffering multiple injuries in Week 11. He suffered a strain to his "groin-hamstring" area and a blow to the head. Bulger will undergo tests for a possible concussion Tuesday, Nov. 24. He also awoke Monday, Nov. 23, with swelling in his knee, and will undergo an MRI Monday. | 2 days |
| 25. | Matt Leinart |
(RotoWire) Leinart's teammate Kurt Warner (head) is expected to play in Week 12 at Tennessee, the Cardinals' official site reported after head coach Ken Whisenhunt's Monday press conference. Analysis: While an official decision is probably at least a few days away, it sounds like Warner will be in the starting lineup and Leinart will be on the bench in Week 12. Leinart is receiving widespread criticism for the fact that he was unable to lead the Cardinals to any points in more than two quarters of Week 11 action. Whisenhunt defended Leinart on Monday and said that he called conservative plays to defend an 18-point lead and avoid turnovers and lost yardage. Also, two of Le... (More) | 2 days |
| 26. | Kurt Warner misses second half due to apparent concussion |
(FFToolbox) Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner was on the sidelines with the rest of the team at the start of Sunday's second half against the St. Louis Rams. Unfortunately for Warner's owners, that's where he stayed for the remainder of the game. Warner was pushed to the ground late in the first half and his head hit the turf hard. Although he stayed in the game until the end of the subsequent drive, he was taken to the locker room before the half. He then stayed in uniform for the second half -- without a helmet on -- and watched backup quarterback More) | 2 days |
| 27. | Bulger suffered hamstring injury Week 11 |
(TheHuddle) Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports Rams QB Marc Bulger suffered a hamstring injury Week 11 and will undergo an MRI exam Monday, Nov. 23. Analysis: Bulger also took a shot to the head late in the Rams' loss to Arizona, though it doesn't seem to have set off the NFL's concussion alarm as of yet. If Bulger's accumulated injuries prevent him from playing, Kyle Boller is next in line in St. Louis. | 2 days |
| 28. | Marc Bulger |
(RotoWire) Bulger, who had his bell rung by a sack late in Sunday's game, also suffered a hamstring injury and will have an MRI Monday, the St. Louis Post Dispatch reports. Analysis: Bulger, who racked up 4301 passing yards in 2006, has seen his production drop in each year since and is no longer close to a reliable fantasy option. This season, he has passed for an average of 163.2 yards per game, with five touchdowns and six interceptions in nine contests. | 2 days |
| 29. | Jeremy Shockey |
(RotoWire) Shockey caught two passes for 17 yards Sunday in Tampa Bay. Analysis: With the quiet emergence of David Thomas as a receiving threat, Shockey has seen a decrease in touches the last few weeks. While he still remains an upside play at tight end due to his talent and the explosive nature of the Saints' offense, he is just another option in the offense. | 2 days |
| 30. | Asomugha: Ocho never opened his mouth |
(Rotoworld) According to Raiders CB Nnamdi Asomugha, Chad Ochocinco "never opened his mouth" during Sunday's game. Analysis: Ocho had just one catch for 15 yards against Asomugha, who covered him for most of the game. "Nnamdi's the best in the game. Hands down," Ochocinco said. "He will always be until someone goes at him on a consistent basis." | 2 days |
| 31. | Bulger will have an MRI on hamstring |
(Rotoworld) Marc Bulger will have an MRI on his hamstring Monday. Analysis: Bulger took some shots late in Sunday's loss to the Cardinals and was "woozy" after taking a sack. The hamstring injury is almost certainly not serious, but he'll probably be limited in practice this week. | 2 days |
| 32. | Matt Leinart |
(RotoWire) While Leinart's teammate Kurt Warner (head) expects to play in Week 12, Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic isn't so sure. Analysis: Somers writes that he might err on the side of caution and keep Warner out a week, especially since the Cardinals have a three-game lead in the NFC West. This is pure speculation at this point. Warner will be evaluated by the Cardinals' medical staff and his Week 12 status should become clearer throughout the week. If Warner doesn't play, Leinart will be an interesting Week 12 option since the Cardinals have a high-powered offense that is averaging 25.0 points per game. Many observers are criticizing Leinart's Week 11 performance,... (More) | 2 days |
| 33. | Rams | Bulger suffered hamstring injury Week 11 |
(KFFL) Jim Thomas, of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, reports St. Louis Rams QB Marc Bulger (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury Week 11 and will undergo an MRI exam Monday, Nov. 23. | 3 days |
| 34. | Bulger to be evaluated |
(Rotoworld) Marc Bulger will be evaluated by the Rams' medical staff after taking some hits late in Sunday's game. Analysis: Bulger appeared woozy down the stretch of the game, and it clearly affected his accuracy. He also told reporters at a post-game news conference that he has an injured groin and hamstring. Coach Steve Spagnuolo says Bulger got a "little bit dinged in the head. He took some whacks there at the end." | 3 days |
| 35. | Marc Bulger |
(RotoWire) Bulger completed 19-of-37 passes for 215 yards while tossing one interception during Week 11 against Arizona. Analysis: Just another run-of-the-mill, average game for Bulger who shouldn't be anywhere near your starting line-up or bench unless you're in a very, very deep league. | 3 days |
| 36. | Ochocinco catches four balls in loss |
(Rotoworld) Chad Ochocinco caught four balls for 67 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Ochocinco was covered by Nnamdi Asomugha for most of the game, seeing only five targets. He's usually in the double digits. Cincinnati's Week 12 opponent -- Cleveland -- doesn't have a corner capable of stopping The Ocho. | 3 days |
| 37. | Warner leaves with head injury |
(FFChamps) Arizona Cardinals' quarterback Kurt Warner left today's game against the St. Louis Rams after taking a blow to the head in the second quarter. Before exiting, Warner completed 15-of-19 passes, for 203 yards and two scores. He did not return in the second half, and Matt Leinart finished 10-of-14 for 74 yards in mop-up duty in a 21-13 Cardinals victory. Analysis: The extent of Warner's injury is unknown at this point, but at the ripe ol' age of 38, Kurt's fantasy owners have to be holding their breath a little bit today. If you are a Warner ... (More) | 3 days |
| 38. | Leinart struggles after replacing Warner |
(Rotoworld) Matt Leinart completed 10-of-14 passes for just 74 yards after replacing Kurt Warner (head) just before halftime in Week 11. Analysis: Leinart's throws were all over the place. The Cardinals hung on for the win only because their running back was so productive. He did not complete passes downfield, and the Cardinals will surely push Warner to play against the Titans in Week 12. Leinart at least didn't turn the ball over. | 3 days |
| 39. | Heath Miller |
(RotoWire) Miller caught seven passes for 95 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to Kansas City. Analysis: His seven receptions Sunday puts him at 54 for the season, which is good for second on the team and sets a career high. He is definitely reaping the benefits of Pittsburgh's offense flowing through the passing game as opposed to the ground attack. | 3 days |
| 40. | Matt Leinart |
(RotoWire) Leinart completed 10-of-14 passes for 74 yards in relief of Kurt Warner (head) on Sunday. Analysis: This was Leinart's most extensive regular-season action since early in the 2007 season. He came into the game late in the second quarter and guided the Cardinals the rest of the way. The Cardinals didn't ask Leinart to do too much, since they nursed a 21-3 halftime lead to a 21-13 victory. Warner's Week 12 status is uncertain and Leinart will be a compelling fantasy option if Warner is unable to play. | 3 days |
| 41. | Bulger unimpressive again as Rams fall |
(Rotoworld) Marc Bulger completed 19-of-37 passes for 215 yards, no touchdowns, and an interception in the Rams' Week 11 loss to Arizona. Analysis: Bulger has now gone 39 games without throwing multiple touchdowns in back-to-back weeks. He took a number of hits, particularly at the end of the game, and appeared very dazed on St. Louis' last few plays. Bulger did not appear concussed, but he does not have much tolerance for pain. None of the hits were especially big. He's a low-end QB2 next week versus Seattle. | 3 days |
| 42. | Heath Miller posts 95 yards, TD in Week ... |
(Rotoworld) Heath Miller caught seven passes for 95 yards and a touchdown against the Chiefs in Week 11. Analysis: Miller had a 41-yard gain in the second quarter and later added a 10-yard score. He was responsible for one of Big Ben's picks on a ball that went through his hands and off his shoulder pads. Miller already has a career high in receptions with 54 and is on pace to best his career high in yards with 787. | 3 days |
| 43. | Jamal Lewis |
(RotoWire) Lewis had 75 yards on 24 carries and hauled in one reception for 13 yards in Sunday's loss to Detroit. Analysis: He has yet to find the end-zone this season, but it seems as though the Browns are still committed to Lewis being the primary back. He may be losing some ground to backup Chris Jennings, as Jennings provides greater versatility than the bruising Lewis. | 3 days |
| 44. | Shockey catches two balls for 17 yards |
(Rotoworld) Jeremy Shockey caught two balls for 17 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Drew Brees was held under 200 yards for the first time since Week 4, so someone was going to get weeded out. Shockey also wasn't helped by backup David Thomas' best game as a Saint (4-66-1). Shockey's been playing at a Pro Bowl level all year and isn't likely to lose so much production to Thomas going forward, but we'd reserve him against New England in Week 12. | 3 days |
| 45. | Lewis totals 88 yards in Week 11 loss |
(Rotoworld) Jamal Lewis rushed 24 times for 75 yards, caught a 13-yard pass and ran for a two-point conversion in Week 11 against the Lions. Analysis: Cleveland stuck with the run throughout, giving Lewis a dozen carries in each half. He converted a two-point try on a direct snap, but has still yet to score a touchdown this season. | 3 days |
| 46. | Patriots inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The New England Patriots have announced the following players as inactive for today's game against the New York Jets: RB Sammy Morris, RB Fred Taylor, T Matt Light, DE Jarvis Green, WR Sam Aiken, DE Rob Ninkovich, CB Shawn Springs, and G Stephen Neal. Analysis: Morris and Taylor continue to be sidelined, so Laurence Maroney and Kevin Faulk will split carries in the Patriots backfield against the Jets. Sam Aiken is also inactive, so look for more targets for Julian Edelman for To... (More) | 3 days |
| 47. | Patriots | Morris inactive for Week 11 |
(KFFL) NFL.com reports New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) has been declared inactive for Week 11. | 3 days |
| 48. | Morris not active for Patriots |
(Rotoworld) Sammy Morris (knee) is not active for Sunday's game against the Jets. Analysis: The Patriots are playing it safe with Morris. He was a game-time decision and will wait another week before returning to the lineup. | 3 days |
| 49. | Packers inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The Green Bay Packers have declared the following players as inactive for today's game against the San Francisco 49ers: RB Ahman Green, WR Biren Ealy, S Matt Giordano, T Breno Giacomini, T Allen Barbre, DE Michael Montgomery, and LB Jeremy Thompson. Analysis: The Pack won't be missing any regulars today against the 49ers. Ahman Green was stealing a few touches from lead back Ryan Grant, but nothing significant. His loss may mean an extra carry or two for Grant, who has been cons... (More) | 3 days |
| 50. | Browns inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The Cleveland Browns have announced the following players as inactive for today's game against the Detroit Lions: WR Brian Robiskie, WR Jake Allen, RB Jerome Harrison, DE David Veikune, LB Arnold Harrison, G Billy Yates, DB Coye Francies, and QB Brett Ratliff. Analysis: Jamal Lewis is active and will start against the Lions. If there is a game to use Lewis, it would be against the Detroit defense. He will be backed up by Chris Jennings since Harrison is inactive. Joshua Cribbs, who was listed as questionable, is also active. | 3 days |
| 51. | Lewis, Cribbs both active for Browns |
(Rotoworld) Jamal Lewis (ankle) and Joshua Cribbs (neck) are both active for Week 11 against the Lions. Analysis: Lewis was listed as questionable and isn't a very good fantasy option anyway. | 3 days |
| 52. | Packers declare inactives |
(Rotoworld) Packers declared RB Ahman Green, WR Biren Ealy, S Matt Giordano, T Breno Giacomini, T Allen Barbre, DE Michael Montgomery, and LB Jeremy Thompson inactive for Week 11 against San Francisco. Analysis: Mark Tauscher starts at right tackle. Green Bay isn't missing any difference makers at home against the Niners. We like them to cover the 6.5-point spread. | 3 days |
| 53. | S. Morris limited Friday, questionable |
(TheHuddle) New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) was limited during the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and will be a game-time decision. Analysis: Morris continues to recover from his knee injury but has practiced on a limited basis this week with the team. Fantasy owners looking for a running back for the playoff push should consider Morris as New England has a very favorable schedule for the rest of the way. | 5 days |
| 54. | Jennings seeing more playing time |
(TheHuddle) The Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Browns RB Chris Jennings will see more playing time at the expense of RB Jamal Lewis and RB Jerome Harrison. Jennings saw seven carries in the team's Week 10 game. Lewis had 10 carries and Harrison never touched the ball. Head coach Eric Mangini said, "We wanted to take a look at Chris because I think he's earned a look based on the things that he's done and that was something that we did this past week. If he continues to progress in practice, I think that will continue to be the case." Lewis said Jennings has gotten more reps during practices thi... (More) | 5 days |
| 55. | Morris questionable |
(FFChamps) Speaking to reporters from the Boston Globe today, New England Patriots' running back Sammy Morris said he felt "Sore, but good" and that he was taking his knee injury "day by day." Morris is listed as questionable to face the Jets this Sunday, and has not played since injuring the knee in Week 6. Analysis: The Patriots' are almost comically evasive about disclosing their players' injuries and status for upcoming games. Add in coach Bill Belichick's propensity to shuffle his backs around as the game dictates, and predicting which running back will reap the rewards of The Hoodie's ... (More) | 5 days |
| 56. | Coles probable |
(FFChamps) Cincinnati Bengals' wide receiver Laveranues Coles (head) practiced fully on Friday, and is listed as probable for the team's game versus the Oakland Raiders. Analysis: Coles will most likely be good-to-go for Sunday. You have to think Chad Ochocinco will be blanketed by all-world cover specialist Nnamdi Asomugha for most of the contest, so Coles may get even more looks than normal this weekend (though, as it stands, he has led the team in targets over the past two weeks). Coles is no longer the deep threat he was in New York, but he is a ... (More) | 5 days |
| 57. | Sammy Morris feels 'good' for Sunday |
(FFToolbox) The New England Patriots' backfield is about to get a little more muddled. With injuries sidelining Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor for the past month, it was clear that Laurence Maroney was the team's No. 1 back, with Kevin Faulk pitching in. Last week, Maroney fumbled near the goal line against the Colts and that led to more carries for Faulk. Now it looks as if Morris is ready to return from his Oct. 18 knee injury. Morris participated in a full week of practices for the first... (More) | 5 days |
| 58. | Browns | Jennings seeing more playing time |
(KFFL) Tony Grossi, of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Browns RB Chris Jennings will see more playing time at the expense of RB Jamal Lewis and RB Jerome Harrison. Jennings saw seven carries in the team's Week 10 game. Lewis had 10 carries and Harrison never touched the ball. Head coach Eric Mangini said, "We wanted to take a look at Chris because I think he's earned a look based on the things that he's done and that was something that we did this past week. If he continues to progress in practice, I think that will continue to be the case." Lewis said Jennings has gotten more reps during practices this... (More) | 5 days |
| 59. | Patriots | S. Morris limited Friday, questionable for Week 11 |
(KFFL) New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) was limited during the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and will be a game-time decision. | 5 days |
| 60. | Lewis limited again, listed as questionable |
(FFChamps) Cleveland Browns' running back Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited again in Friday's practice, and is listed as questionable to face the Detroit Lions on Sunday. Analysis: Speculation is that Lewis will play through the ankle injury, and he could wind up being a top-20 fantasy back this weekend, only because of his matchup with the pitiful Lions. Lewis owners need to be concerned with more than just their boy's ankle, though, as coach Eric Mangini alluded earlier in the week to a desire to get rookie Chris Jennings more involved in the Brownies' backfield mix. On NFL.com, Jennings is actually listed ahea... (More) | 5 days |
| 61. | Jamal Lewis |
(RotoWire) Lewis (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Lions, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports. Analysis: We'd be surprised if Lewis doesn't play this week, but since he is one of just four Browns listed as questionable this week, do check his status before the first wave of kickoffs Sunday. | 5 days |
| 62. | Jamal Lewis questionable |
(Rotoworld) Jamal Lewis (questionable, ankle) was limited in Friday's practice. Analysis: Lewis will play against Detroit, but isn't even a good flex play because of his decreasing role in an awful Cleveland offense and declining ability. | 5 days |
| 63. | Browns | Lewis limited Friday |
(KFFL) Scott Petrak, of the Medina County Gazette, reports Cleveland Browns RB Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited in practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11. He is expected to play in the game. | 5 days |
| 64. | Ahman Green |
(RotoWire) Green has a groin injury and did not practice Friday, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Greg A. Bedard reports. He is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the 49ers. Analysis: You shouldn't be planning to use Green this weekend regardless, but if you were banking on him as a shot-in-the-dark flex, it's time to look elsewhere. Brandon Jackson would handle the backup RB duties if Green can't play. | 5 days |
| 65. | Sammy Morris |
(RotoWire) Morris, who has been out since Oct. 18 with a knee injury, answered questions from reporters in the Patriots' locker room Friday, a sign he is closer to his return, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports. Analysis: Morris was officially listed as limited Friday and is one of 13 Patriots tagged as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets. The Pats kick off during the second wave of games Sunday, so it's probably best to take a wait-and-see approach with Morris, whose role would be hard to predict even if he does make a return this week. | 5 days |
| 66. | Packers | Green questionable for Week 11 |
(KFFL) Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Ahman Green (groin) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11. | 5 days |
| 67. | Sammy Morris to be game-day call? |
(Rotoworld) Sammy Morris (questionable, knee) indicated Friday that he will be a game-time decision Sunday against the Jets. Analysis: Morris is expected back, but the Patriots tell players to be tight-lipped on injuries. "Sore, but I feel good," Morris said. "We'll see Sunday. Just taking it day by day." Morris' role is unclear coming off a month-long knee sprain. | 5 days |
| 68. | Ahman Green has groin injury |
(Rotoworld) Ahman Green missed Packers practice Friday with a groin injury and is listed as questionable for Week 11. Analysis: Green was a late addition to the injury report. It's not surprising that he's suffering in-practice injuries at age 32. Brandon Jackson will step in as Green Bay's full-time third-down back against the 49ers if Green can't play. | 5 days |
| 69. | Morris limited Thursday |
(TheHuddle) New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris was limited during the team's practice Thursday, Nov. 19. Analysis: It appears that Morris is not yet all the way back from his knee injury; that means Laurence Maroney remains as the team's feature back for now. | 5 days |
| 70. | Patriots | Morris limited Thursday |
(KFFL) New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) was limited during the team's practice Thursday, Nov. 19. | 6 days |
| 71. | Patriots | Morris limited Thursday |
(KFFL) San Diego Chargers RB Sammy Morris (knee) was limited during the team's practice Thursday, Nov. 19. | 6 days |
| 72. | Browns | Lewis limited Thursday |
(KFFL) Scott Petrak, of the Medina County Gazette, reports Cleveland Browns RB Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 19. He is expected to play in Week 11. | 6 days |
| 73. | Jamal Lewis |
(RotoWire) Lewis (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant Thursday. Analysis: We'll see where Lewis ends up on Friday's injury report, but so far there there doesn't seem to be major concern about his Week 11 availability. | 6 days |
| 74. | Jamal Lewis limited again Thursday |
(Rotoworld) Jamal Lewis (ankle) was limited again in Thursday's practice. Analysis: Lewis has been limited for the past few weeks, but he's fully expected to start against the Lions. Even against the Lions, he's just our 37th ranked fantasy RB for this week. | 6 days |
| 75. | Sammy Morris |
(RotoWire) Morris (knee) was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice, ESPN.com reports. Analysis: Look for Morris to be listed as "questionable" Friday, but it does seem like he at least has a chance to play Sunday against the Jets. | 6 days |
| 76. | Sammy Morris limited again Thursday |
(Rotoworld) Sammy Morris (knee) was limited again in Thursday's practice, as expected. Analysis: Morris is expected to return to face the Jets this week, but it's possible that he'll be eased back into the backfield picture. Take a "wait and see" approach to his fantasy value this week. | 6 days |
| 77. | Green says he's in football shape now |
(Rotoworld) Ahman Green says he feels like he's finally back in football shape. Analysis: Since signing with the Packers on Oct. 21, Green has been active for three games and gotten 14 touches as the No. 2 back. He's not a threat to Ryan Grant's workload. | 6 days |
