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| 1. | Willie Parker |
(RotoWire) Parker (hip) was limited at practice Thursday. Analysis: Parker has taken a back seat to Rashard Mendenhall of late, so he's not worth starting as long as his second-year running mate remains healthy. | 37 minutes |
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| 2. | Steelers | Parker limited Thursday |
(KFFL) Pittsburgh Steelers RB Willie Parker (hip) was limited during practice Thursday, Nov. 26. More about his status will be known Friday, Nov. 27. | 5 hours |
| 3. | Bush would have practiced on limited bas... |
(Rotoworld) The Saints did not practice Thursday, but if they did Reggie Bush (knee) would have participated on a limited basis. Analysis: Bush is on track to start and play his full complement of snaps against the Patriots Monday night. Bush was averaging 53.7 total yards per game before sitting out against the Bucs last week. | 5 hours |
| 4. | Driver eats up Lions on Turkey Day |
(Rotoworld) Donald Driver caught seven balls for 142 yards and a touchdown in the Packers' Week 12 rout of Detroit. Analysis: Driver caught Lions SS Marvin White 1-on-1 at the end of the first quarter and beat him for a 68-yard bomb to set up Donald Lee's seven-yard TD. Driver caught his own seven-yard touchdown in the third. The 34-year-old continues to show no signs of decline and has been the Packers' most productive wideout all year long. He's a rock-solid WR2 in Week 12 at Baltimore. | 6 hours |
| 5. | Cedric Benson has |
(FFToolbox) Despite the encouraging words from Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis yesterday, it seems less and less likely that running back Cedric Benson will play Sunday against the Cleveland Browns. Benson did not practice with the team on Thursday and still hasn't practiced since injuring his hip in week 10. He did do some work on the side field and according to the Cincinnati Enquirer, "there remains a slight possibility that he might play on Sunday." Lewis said during a Wednesday press conference that Benson would have a "good opportunity" to play this weekend. Rookie running back More) | 6 hours |
| 6. | Parker limited |
(Rotoworld) Willie Parker (hip) was limited in Steelers practice Thursday. Analysis: Parker is a new addition to the injury report. He's fallen out of the Steelers' backfield rotation, however, and is barely a worthwhile handcuff for Rashard Mendenhall. Mewelde Moore is more involved on offense. | 7 hours |
| 7. | Cedric Benson |
(RotoWire) Benson (hip) did not practice on Thursday, though he did do some work on the Bengals' side rehab field, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: The report states that "there remains a slight possibility that he might play on Sunday against the Browns," a far cry from the optimism expressed by coach Marvin Lewis Wednesday. Hopefully, Friday's practice -- and the official injury report -- will bring added clarity to the situation. Bernard Scott is in line for another start if Benson can't go this weekend. | 7 hours |
| 8. | Report: Benson has a 'slight' chance to ... |
(Rotoworld) According to Bengals beat writer Joe Reedy, Cedric Benson still has a "slight" chance to play in Week 12 against Cleveland. Analysis: Benson missed his second straight practice Thursday, increasing Bernard Scott's chances of drawing the start against Cleveland's No. 29 rush defense. We're now leaning towards predicting Benson will be inactive Sunday, but he's officially a game-time decision. Check back Friday for another update. | 7 hours |
| 9. | Joseph Addai |
(RotoWire) Addai fully participated in Thursday's practice, but was listed as having a knee injury, the team's official web site reports. Analysis: He's practiced both days this week despite the injury, so this doesn't look like a worry. | 7 hours |
| 10. | Bengals | Benson does rehab work Thursday |
(KFFL) Joe Reedy, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did do rehab work on a side field Thursday, Nov. 26, but he is doubtful for Week 12. RB Larry Johnson is expected to see more carries if Benson sits out. | 7 hours |
| 11. | Benson limited Wednesday |
(TheHuddle) Correcting a previous report, The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson was limited in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25, and is "very close" to being able to play in Week 12. Analysis: This is good news for Bengals fans and Benson owners, as Cincy has a date with the abysmal Browns' run defense this week. However, there's a difference between "very close" to being able to play and actually playing, so we'll track Benson's practice status the rest of the way. Keep Bernard Scott on speed dial just in case. | 11 hours |
| 12. | Cedric Benson could play in week 12, but will share carries |
(FFToolbox) Cincinnati Bengals head coach Marvin Lewis said Wednesday that running back Cedric Benson is "very close" to playing in a game again and might be able to play against the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. Benson returned to practice Wednesday in limited fashion as he continues to recover from a hip injury. Even if Benson is healthy enough to play, rookie backup Bernard Scott is expected to get a lot of carries against Cleveland. Larry Johnson also could see more time on the field ... (More) | 18 hours |
| 13. | 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) | 19 hours |
| 14. | Bengals | Benson limited Wednesday |
(KFFL) Correcting a previous report, The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) was limited in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25, and is "very close" to being able to play in Week 12. | 22 hours |
| 15. | Benson misses practice Wednesday |
(TheHuddle) Bengals.com reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. Analysis: It appears that the status on Benson is still up in the air at this point but it would be hard to imagine the Bengal starter to be available to play. Fantasy owners should tread with caution and expect Bernard Scott to once again get the opportunity to start against a weak Browns defense. Check back later on in the week to make sure that Benson's status does not get upgraded. | 22 hours |
| 16. | Bush practices |
(FFChamps) Saints running back Reggie Bush was able to practice on Wednesday and is expected to play against the Patriots on Monday night. Bush missed last week's game because his surgically repaired left knee was swollen and painful. Analysis: Don't expect Bush to be rushed back into a heavy workload. The Saints have Pierre Thomas and/or Mike Bell for that. As such, Reggie is a bit if a risky play even though Monday night's game figures to be a high-scoring affair. | 1 day |
| 17. | Reggie Bush |
(RotoWire) Bush (knee) was at practice on Wednesday, but it is unclear as to what extent he was able to participate, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. The Saints play Monday night and aren't required to release an injury report until Thursday. Analysis: Multiple sources have indicated that Bush will be ready to play in Week 12, and we should know more later in the week once the Saints start releasing their practice participation reports. | 1 day |
| 18. | 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) | 1 day |
| 19. | Bengals | Benson misses practice Wednesday |
(KFFL) Bengals.com reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. | 1 day |
| 20. | Colts | Addai practices Wednesday |
(KFFL) Indianapolis Colts RB Joseph Addai (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 25. | 1 day |
| 21. | Reggie Bush returns to practice |
(Rotoworld) Reggie Bush (knee) returned to Saints practice on Wednesday. Analysis: After sitting out Week 11 to rest his sore knee in an easy win at Tampa Bay, Bush is fully expected to be available for Monday Night Football against the Patriots. His primary roles will be slot receiver and punt return man. | 1 day |
| 22. | Cedric Benson misses pracftice |
(Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) was held out of practice Wednesday, as expected. Analysis: He did take some reps on the side. Ideally, Benson will return for "limited" drills on Thursday, practice in full on Friday, and start against the Browns. How his hip responds to the practice will determine his Week 12 status. | 1 day |
| 23. | 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. | 1 day |
| 24. | 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. | 1 day |
| 25. | Bengals | Benson expected to practice Wednesday |
(KFFL) The Associated Press reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) is expected to practice this week and may be able to play in Week 12. | 1 day |
| 26. | Benson expected to play |
(FFChamps) Bengals running back Cedric Benson is expected to practice this week and return to action against the Browns this Sunday. He missed last week's game with a strained abductor muscle in his hip, however head coach Marvin Lewis tells the Associated Press that Benson "seems very close" to getting back on the field. Analysis: The Browns are terrible against the run, making Benson a great start in theory this weekend. However, the Bengals are going to be careful with him so you can expect to see a lot of Bernard Scott and perhaps even some More) | 1 day |
| 27. | 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. | 1 day |
| 28. | Benson will be 'limited' in Bengals prac... |
(Rotoworld) Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said Wednesday that Cedric Benson (hip) will be "very limited" in his return to practice this week. Analysis: Lewis would only say that Benson "might" play Sunday against Cleveland. This indicates that he's made little noticeable progress despite sitting out Week 11. Bernard Scott has an outside chance at a second straight start. | 1 day |
| 29. | Caldwell says Addai finally healthy |
(Rotoworld) Colts coach Jim Caldwell attributes Joseph Addai's improved production to finally being healthy. Analysis: Addai has moved well ahead of Donald Brown, taking over as the every-down back. He has eight TDs in his last seven games. "Physically, he feels good," Caldwell said. "He just appears to be getting stronger as the game goes on. Particularly when he gets down in the red zone, he's been a real force." | 2 days |
| 30. | Bengals | Benson day-to-day |
(KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson's (hip) injury is being taken day to day, according to head coach Marvin Lewis. | 2 days |
| 31. | Bengals | Benson day-to-day |
(KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson's (hip) injury is being taken day-to-day, according to head coach Marvin Lewis. | 2 days |
| 32. | 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. | 2 days |
| 33. | Young leads Titans to Week 11 victory on... |
(Rotoworld) Vince Young completed 12-of-22 passes for 116 yards and a touchdown while also rushing for 73 yards on 11 carries in Week 11. Analysis: Young gives the Titans more speed and playmaking ability on offense, as he has the ability to escape pressure and create plays with his legs. Tennessee is now 4-0 with V.Y. as the starter and have a chance to resurrect their season. With Young at QB the Titans have controlled the ball more and have cut down their turnovers considerably. He and the Titans have Arizona at home next week. | 2 days |
| 34. | Cedric Benson |
(RotoWire) Benson's hip flexor injury remains a day-to-day concern, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: We probably won't have much of an idea whether he can play until Friday's practice. | 3 days |
| 35. | Benson is day to day? |
(Rotoworld) Bengals beat writer Joe Reedy calls Cedric Benson's hip injury "something of a day to day thing." Analysis: Coach Marvin Lewis didn't give much of an update Monday, perhaps because he fully expects Benson to return for Week 12. He will probably be limited in practice this week. The Bengals badly need Benson healthy down the stretch. | 3 days |
| 36. | 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) | 3 days |
| 37. | Bush expected to play in Week 12 |
(TheHuddle) ESPN reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is expected to play in Week 12. Analysis: Bush's return will likely mean significantly reduced carries for Mike Bell, and somewhat reduced carries for Pierre Thomas. However, Bell could get the goal line carries as he did in Week 11 against Tampa Bay. | 3 days |
| 38. | 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) | 3 days |
| 39. | Saints | Bush expected to play in Week 12 |
(KFFL) Adam Schefter, of ESPN, reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is expected to play in Week 12. | 3 days |
| 40. | Reggie Bush |
(RotoWire) The Saints expect Bush (knee) to be ready for their Week 12 game against the Patriots, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports. Analysis: Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell had little difficulty handling the running back duties against the Bucs on Sunday, but the Saints will need all hands on deck for a Monday night battle with the Patriots. | 3 days |
| 41. | Saints' Bush, Ellis, Greer due back this... |
(Rotoworld) ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the Saints fully expect Reggie Bush (knee), Jabari Greer (groin), and Sedrick Ellis (knee) back for Week 12. Analysis: It appears that all three were held out of a winnable Week 11 game against the Bucs with an eye towards New England in Week 12. Getting Ellis back will be a major boost to the Saints' run defense. Greer has been the Saints' top cover corner, and will see a good deal of Randy Moss this week. Bush's return will help most on punt returns. He's only a bit player on offense. | 3 days |
| 42. | David Garrard |
(RotoWire) Garrard threw for 215 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Sunday's win over the Bills. Analysis: Garrard is as solid as a metronome - he'll generally throw for around 200 yards and one touchdown against good teams or bad teams, in good weather or bad weather, and at home or on the road. | 3 days |
| 43. | 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) | 3 days |
| 44. | 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) | 4 days |
| 45. | 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. | 4 days |
| 46. | 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. | 4 days |
| 47. | Matt Stover |
(RotoWire) Stover made his only field goal attempt in Sunday's 17-15 win at Baltimore. Analysis: Stover has a lot of value as the kicker for a high-scoring offense, but would have even more if Adam Vinatieri wasn't expected back sometime in December. | 4 days |
| 48. | Willie Parker |
(RotoWire) Parker carried six times for 24 yards and caught one pass for 11 yards in Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Analysis: Offensive Coordinator Bruce Arians said Parker still had a role in the offense and made sure to get Parker more involved than he had been in the prior three games. Those who have Rashard Mendenhall on their roster still have no need to worry though as Mendenhall continues to prove he is simply the better back right now (he had 116 total yards and a touchdown against KC). | 4 days |
| 49. | Joseph Addai |
(RotoWire) Addai (finger) ran 19 times for 74 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's 17-15 win at Baltimore. Analysis: Surprisingly, Addai was not involved much in the passing game, catching just one pass for seven yards on Sunday. Indianapolis has been leaning on Addai more lately, even though rookie Donald Brown has returned from his shoulder injury. Brown had only four carries for 10 yards, so even though Addai hasn't made many big plays in the running game this year, he's getting a lot of work in general and receiving most of the goal-line carries. | 4 days |
| 50. | Driver catches five balls in Week 11 |
(Rotoworld) Donald Driver caught five balls for 40 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Jermichael Finley led Green Bay in targets and Greg Jennings had a 121-yard game while Driver moved into the "No. 4" offensive option role, also behind Ryan Grant. Driver has been the No. 1-2 guy for most of this season. He figures to rebound with a big game next week against the Lions. | 4 days |
| 51. | Jaguars | Garrard leads second straight comeback win |
(KFFL) The Associated Press reports Jacksonville Jaguars QB David Garrard went 21-for-30 for 215 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Week 11. He threw a game-winning touchdown with 56 seconds left to pickup his second straight come-from-behind win. | 4 days |
| 52. | Evans held to one pass in Week 11 loss |
(Rotoworld) Lee Evans caught just one pass for 15 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Evans gave way to fellow Buffalo wideout Terrell Owens, who racked up a season-high 197 yards and a touchdown against the Jaguars. Both are inconsistent fantasy players with Ryan Fitzpatrick under center. | 4 days |
| 53. | Garrard throws for 215 yards, win in Wee... |
(Rotoworld) David Garrard completed 21-of-30 passes for 215 yards, one touchdown and one interception in Week 11 against the Bills. Analysis: Garrard also ran in a game-clinching two-point conversion late in the fourth quarter. He had just 68 passing yards in the first half but eventually found throwing room with Maurice Jones-Drew capturing the Bills' attention. The Jaguars are 6-4, incredibly, and right in the AFC Wild Card hunt. | 4 days |
| 54. | Addai dominates backfield in win |
(Rotoworld) Joseph Addai rushed 19 times for 74 yards with a touchdown and caught one pass for seven yards in Sunday's win over the Ravens. Analysis: There was no committee on this day and Addai's finger was not an issue. He broke through some shaky Ravens' tackles easily and was called upon to run out the clock. Addai will be a decent RB2 option against the Texans next week. | 4 days |
| 55. | Bengals inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The Cincinnati Bengals have announced the following players as inactive for today's game against the Oakland Raiders: RB Fui Vakapuna, T Andre Smith, QB Jordan Palmer, OLB Keith Rivers, RB Cedric Benson, WR Jerome Simpson, G Evan Mathis, and TE Chase Coffman. Analysis: Benson is out, so look for Bernard Scott to get the start. Larry Johnson may get some carries today as well, because he has had lots of success against the Raiders as a former Kansas City Chief, so don't be surprised if LJ gets some action. | 4 days |
| 56. | Bengals | Benson inactive for Week 11 |
(KFFL) NFL.com reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) has been declared inactive for Week 11. | 4 days |
| 57. | 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) | 4 days |
| 58. | Patriots | Morris inactive for Week 11 |
(KFFL) NFL.com reports New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) has been declared inactive for Week 11. | 4 days |
| 59. | 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. | 4 days |
| 60. | Benson inactive; rookie Bernard Scott st... |
(Rotoworld) Cedric Benson is inactive for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Analysis: Rookie Bernard Scott will start with Larry Johnson potentially acting as a change of pace. L.J. is unlikely to see double-digit touches, however. The Bengals' other inactives are third QB Jordan Palmer, WR Jerome Simpson, OT Andre Smith, OG Evan Mathis, FB Fui Vakapuna, TE Chase Coffman, and LB Keith Rivers. Brandon Johnson will start at weak-side linebacker. | 4 days |
| 61. | Ravens inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The Baltimore Ravens have announced the following players as inactive for today's game against the Indianapolis Colts: LB Terrell Suggs, T Oniel Cousins, QB John Beck, DT Brandon McKinney, NT Kelly Talavou, RB Matt Lawrence, G Tony Moll, and RB Jalen Parmele. Analysis: Todd Heap is active and will play Sunday, however he is going up against a stingy Colts defense. Nose tackle Haloti Ngata is back in the lineup which may hurt Joseph Addai's and Donald Brown's day at the office. | 4 days |
| 62. | Saints inactives for Week 11 |
(FFChamps) The New Orleans Saints have declared the following players as inactive for today's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers: RB Reggie Bush, WR Lance Moore, CB Chris McAlister, DT Sedrick Ellis, CBs Jabari Greer and Tracy Porter, K Garrett Hartley, and LB Jonathan Casillas. Analysis: Bush finally appeared to be working his way into the Saints' offense in 2009, but his surgically-repaired knee flared up on him this week, and he will not play today against the Bucs. The defense is sh... (More) | 4 days |
| 63. | Saints | Bush inactive |
(KFFL) NFL.com reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is inactive against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 11. | 4 days |
| 64. | Saints declare inactives |
(Rotoworld) Saints declared RB Reggie Bush, WR Lance Moore, CB Chris McAlister, DT Sedrick Ellis, CBs Jabari Greer and Tracy Porter, K Garrett Hartley, and LB Jonathan Casillas inactive for Week 11. Analysis: Bush didn't make the flight to Tampa Bay. Pierre Thomas is a strong bet for 18-20 touches and 100+ rushing yards in this favorable matchup. Robert Meachem also gets a slight value bump with Moore (high ankle sprain) still out. | 4 days |
| 65. | Reggie Bush doesn't fly with team to Tampa Bay |
(FFToolbox) A source close to the New Orleans Saints told the Associated Press that running back Reggie Bush did not fly with the team for its game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. A team spokesman said Saturday that Bush had been downgraded on the official injury report from questionable with a knee injury. Bush missed all of practice this week with swelling in his left knee, the same knee on which he had surgery last December to repair cartilage. This will be the first game Bush has missed in 2009. He missed 10 of his previous 20 games before 2009. He is expected to return to practice next week. Bush has 48... (More) | 5 days |
| 66. | Bush doesn't travel with team, out Sunday |
(FFChamps) According to ESPN.com, New Orleans Saints' running back Reggie Bush did not travel with the team to Tampa, and will not play Sunday against the Buccaneers. Bush missed practice this week due to swelling in his left knee, and the Saints are being especially cautious because it's the same knee that Bush had surgically repaired late last season. Analysis: Bush's absence gives Pierre Thomas' fantasy value a boost against the Buccaneers. The two practically play different positions, but Reggie is a scary red-zone option because of his versatili... (More) | 5 days |
| 67. | Reggie Bush |
(RotoWire) Bush has officially been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, the Associated Press reports. He did not travel with the team to Tampa. Analysis: Bush missed practice all week with swelling in his left knee, but expects to return to practice next week. | 5 days |
| 68. | Bush not traveling with team |
(TheHuddle) Updating a previous report, The Associated Press reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is not traveling with the team for their Week 11 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to a person familiar with the decision. Bush is expected to return to practice next week. Analysis: This contradicts what the HC xxx and Bush had been saying all week, but it makes sense. The team is 9-0 and heading into a winnable game in Tampa. The Saints are being cautious and want to avoid a setback with Bush's knee, which has been surgically repaired a number of times. Look for Pierre Thomas to sta... (More) | 5 days |
| 69. | Reggie Bush |
(RotoWire) Bush (knee) is not making the trip to Tampa for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, the Associated Press reports. Analysis: This hasn't been made official, but it's not much of a surprise considering Bush missed practice all week. Find another option if you were planning to start Bush on Sunday. | 5 days |
| 70. | Reggie Bush will not play against Tampa ... |
(Rotoworld) Reggie Bush (knee) and Sedrick Ellis (MCL sprain) have been downgraded to "out" and will not travel with the team to Tampa. Analysis: The Saints want to avoid a setback with Bush's oft-surgically repaired knee. Against the Bucs, Pierre Thomas will carry the bulk of the load with Mike Bell coming in as a change-of-pace back and perhaps end-game "closer." Look for more receptions from Thomas. Anthony Hargrove will continue to play starter's snaps in Ellis' absence. | 5 days |
| 71. | Saints | Bush not travelling with team |
(KFFL) Brett Martel, of The Associated Press, reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is not travelling with the team for their Week 11 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to a person familiar with the decision. Bush is expected to return to practice next week. | 5 days |
| 72. | Saints | Three take reps as punt returners in practice |
(KFFL) Mike Triplett, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints WR Devery Henderson, RB Pierre Thomas and FS Darren Sharper took reps in practice this week as punt returners in place of RB Reggie Bush (knee). | 5 days |
| 73. | Saints | Not ruling Bush out for Week 11 |
(KFFL) Mike Triplett, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) was held out of practice Friday, Nov. 20 with a bruised left knee. However, head coach Sean Payton didn't rule him out of Week 11. "It's a knee bruise. With that, there's swelling," said Payton, who considers Bush's injury more of a temporary issue than a long-term concern despite Bush's history of more significant left knee injuries. "It's just a matter of trying to keep it immobilized, ice, treatment, seeing where it's at tomorrow." Whether or not he is active, Payton indicated that Bush might not be ava... (More) | 5 days |
| 74. | 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 |
| 75. | 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 |
| 76. | 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 |
| 77. | Bush misses third consecutive practice |
(FFChamps) New Orleans Saints' running back Reggie Bush missed his third straight practice on Friday. Bush has been experiencing trouble with his surgically-repaired knee all week, and is listed as questionable for his team's matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Analysis: Bush's two-touchdown performance last weekend against the Rams is a big reason why the Saints are still undefeated. Though he doesn't really fit the prototype for any position in the NFL, Bush is a rare overall athlete, and he showed the impact he can have on a game last Sunday. There is a lot of speculation that Bush will not be a... (More) | 5 days |
| 78. | Cedric Benson doubtful for Sunday |
(FFToolbox) Earlier Friday, Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson that he was still a game-time decision, despite not practicing all week (including Friday). He may still be right. As in, it probably won't be until game time that he is ruled out for Sunday's contest at Oakland. Benson suffered a hip injury last week against the Pittsburgh Steelers. If Benson is out, Larry Johnson would make his Bengals debut, but Bernard Scott is expected to start against the Raiders, and More) | 5 days |
| 79. | Saints | Bush misses practice Friday, questionable for Week 11 |
(KFFL) New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11, but he might not play in the game. | 6 days |
| 80. | 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. | 6 days |
| 81. | Reggie Bush questionable for Sunday |
(FFToolbox) New Orleans Saints running back Reggie Bush missed practice for the third consecutive day Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game at Tampa Bay. Head coach Sean Payton said Bush knows the offense well enough that he could step in without the practice reps. But at the same time, he doesn't want to risk a setback with Bush, whose injury has been labeled a knee bruise. Although the knee that is bugging Bush is the same left knee that he had surgically-repaired this offseason, Payton said he's not concerned about this latest injury developing into a long-term problem. Analysis: Typical More) | 6 days |
| 82. | Benson doubtful |
(FFChamps) Bengals running back Cedric Benson told the Cincinnati Enquirer Friday morning that he will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game at Oakland even though he is officially listed as doubtful on the Bengals injury report. Benson has not practiced all week with a hip injury. Analysis: If Benson lands on the inactive list, plan on Bernard Scott making the start with Brian Leonard backing him up. Newly acquired running back, Larry Johnson would then be third on the depth chart for... (More) | 6 days |
| 83. | 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. | 6 days |
| 84. | Bush questionable for Week 11 |
(TheHuddle) ESPN.com reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) did not practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11. Analysis: Much like Cedric Benson with the Bengals, Bush could conceivably play, but the Saints may choose to rest him in a game they should win against Tampa Bay. If Bush does sit out, the value of Pierre Thomas should rise significantly. Mike Bell's value should also rise, although he's had 11 fewer rushing attempts than Thomas in the last two games combined. | 6 days |
| 85. | Saints | Bush questionable for Week 11 |
(KFFL) ESPN.com reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) did not practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11. | 6 days |
| 86. | Reggie Bush |
(RotoWire) Bush (knee) did not practice again on Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports. Analysis: Coach Sean Payton said that Bush knows the offense well enough to play without practicing all week, but also cautioned that he doesn't want to risk a setback. Because New Orleans plays in the early wave of games on Sunday, we'll have official word on Bush's status Sunday morning. At this point, we're not overly optimistic. | 6 days |
| 87. | Benson doubtful for Week 11 |
(TheHuddle) The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11. Analysis: Hopefully you picked up Bernard Scott if you're a Benson owner. Scott will share carries with Larry Johnson and Brian Leonard, but he's still worth serious consideration as a Fantasy start against Oakland's porous run defense. | 6 days |
| 88. | Benson doubtful |
(Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) is officially listed as doubtful for Week 11. Analysis: Benson missed his third straight practice Friday and will be among the Bengals' inactives at Oakland. Rookie Bernard Scott will draw the start. | 6 days |
| 89. | 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. | 6 days |
| 90. | Bengals | Benson doubtful for Week 11 |
(KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11. | 6 days |
| 91. | Reggie Bush misses a third straight prac... |
(Rotoworld) Reggie Bush (questionable, knee) missed his third straight practice Friday and appears unlikely to play at Tampa Bay. Analysis: Pierre Thomas will carry the load in an ideal matchup, with Mike Bell chipping in as an early-down change of pace back. Coach Sean Payton said Bush likely wouldn't even be available for punt return duties. The Saints want to avoid a setback with Bush's knee, which he's had surgically repaired several times before. They'll likely play it safe so he's available for the stretch run. | 6 days |
| 92. | Cedric Benson |
(RotoWire) Benson (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Raiders, the Bengals' official site reports. Analysis: Benson has called himself a game-time decision, but the doubtful tag suggests that he will very likely be out Sunday. Look for Bernard Scott to start Sunday, with Brian Leonard and newcomer Larry Johnson in the mix as well. | 6 days |
| 93. | Benson says he will be a game-time decision |
(TheHuddle) The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) said he will be a game-time decision for Week 11. Analysis: As we've stated before, there's a good chance the Bengals will choose to err on the side of caution this week with Benson, and rest him in what should be a win against the Raiders. Bernard Scott will probably get the bulk of the carries against one of the worst rushing defenses in the NFL. | 6 days |
| 94. | Cedric Benson |
(RotoWire) Benson, whose his sore hip muscle kept him out of practice for a third straight day Friday, says he's a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Raiders, the Bengals' official site reports. Analysis: If Benson is unable to play, look for Bernard Scott to start, with Brian Leonard and Larry Johnson -- who has a good shot to be active if Benson is scratched -- also in the mix against the Raiders in Week 11. | 6 days |
| 95. | Cedric Benson misses practice again |
(Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) missed Bengals practice again on Friday. Analysis: This is a near-certain sign that Benson won't be active at Oakland, and he may not even make the trip. Bernard Scott will start in the favorable matchup. | 6 days |
| 96. | Cedric Benson |
(RotoWire) Benson (hip) said that he'll be a game-time decision on Sunday prior to Friday's practice, Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: If Benson is unable to play, look for Bernard Scott and Larry Johnson to likely share the carries against the Raiders in Week 11. | 6 days |
| 97. | Willie Parker |
(RotoWire) Offensive Coordinator Bruce Arians said Parker still has a role in the ground attack, reports the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. Analysis: Arians hinted Parker may have been involved more against the Bengals if Rashard Mendenhall hadn't received such a low number of carries (13). As well, Mewelde Moore came in on a series designated for Parker when the team decided to go no-huddle. Regardless, the starting job belongs to Mendenhall. Parker may see a few more touches if the rotation goes as planned or if the Steelers are up big in a game, but it's not enough to warrant considering him for fantasy purposes at this point. | 6 days |
| 98. | Cedric Benson: I'm still a game-day deci... |
(Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) said Friday morning that he remains a game-day decision for this Sunday. Analysis: Benson has yet to practice this week, and signs are pointing toward the Bengals holding their workhorse out in a game that should come easily with Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard holding down the fort. Larry Johnson says he's playing Sunday but doesn't know how much. We expect it to be very little. Check back Friday afternoon for an official update on Benson's status. | 6 days |
| 99. | Bengals | Benson says he will be a game-time decision |
(KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) said he will be a game-time decision for Week 11. | 6 days |
| 100. | 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. | 6 days |
