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| Nassib, Ryan (QB, NY Giants) |
| Giants selected Ryan Nassib to be Eli Manning’s backup. It’s a great situation for Nassib, but he’ll have zero fantasy value unless Manning gets injured. |
| Updated: 2013-04-27 09:49:50 |
| Barkley, Matt (QB, Philadelphia) |
| The Eagles selected Barkley as CHip Kelly continues his pursuit of Pac 12 talent. It’s a curious move which calls the status of Nick Foles into question. He may turn in to trade bait with Jacksonville and Tennessee as potential suitors. |
| Updated: 2013-04-27 09:45:33 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Our annual After-Draft report is due out next week. Player News and Depth Charts are updated as of this evening and including the draft picks. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:52:34 |
| Bernard, Giovani (RB, Cincinnati) |
| Bernard walks in to a great situation where he’ll immediately be the third down back and can earn more snaps with performance. He’s a sleeper candidate in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:39:44 |
| Smith, Geno (QB, NY Jets) |
| The Jets drafted Geno Smith in the second round to replace Mark Sanchez. There’s reason to believe the Jets will release Sanchez and carry Garrard as Smith’s backup. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:39:32 |
| Bell, Le’Veon (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| The Steelers drafted Bell to be their go-to back but we think they missed badly on the big back who runs small. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:38:43 |
| Bailey, Stedman (WR, St. Louis) |
| Bailey was even more productive than Austin at WVU, but will begin the year as the Rams 4th WR, possibly 3rd WR if he outperforms Quick in camp. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:38:24 |
| Austin, Tavon (WR, St. Louis) |
| Austin went to the Rams and will have immediate impact as a low end WR2. He’s an all-world talent in the same mold as Percy Harvin. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:38:08 |
| Hunter, Justin (WR, Tennessee) |
| Hunter goes to the Titans and will likely send Nate Washington packing. He’ll compete with Kendall Wright for snaps. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:35:36 |
| Glennon, Mike (QB, Tampa Bay) |
| The Bucs drafted Glennon to back up Freeman, but he could end up starting if Freeman struggles. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:34:38 |
| Quick, Brian (WR, St. Louis) |
| The Rams’ drafting of two WR is an indictment of their faith in Brian Quick. He’ll split time with Austin and Bailey. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:33:40 |
| Michael, Christine (RB, Seattle) |
| Michael is considered one of the best talents in the draft. He’ll likely overtake Turbin as Lynch’s backup. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:31:18 |
| Allen, Keenan (WR, San Diego) |
| Allen joins a crowded WR corps for Mike McCoy in San Diego. We won’t know his role until the Chargers make some cuts. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:30:05 |
| Wheaton, Markus (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wheaton went to the Steelers and will likely end up the 3rd WR. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:26:33 |
| Ivory, Christopher (RB, NY Jets) |
| Ivory was traded to the Jets and is their likely starter. His injury history makes us wary. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:24:54 |
| Dobson, Aaron (WR, New England) |
| Dobson enters the Patriots camp as the 5th receiver and will struggle for playing time as a rookie. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:22:24 |
| Patterson, Cordarrelle (WR, Minnesota) |
| Speedster Patterson ends up in Minnesota where he will challenge Jerome Simpson for a starting spot. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:21:37 |
| Kelce, Travis (TE, Kansas City) |
| Kelce ends up in KC and should signal the end for Tony Moeaki. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:20:44 |
| Hopkins, DeAndre (WR, Houston) |
| On the FF Power Hour both our own Micah James and PFF’s Jim Day agreed Hopkins will start opposite Andre Johnson. He’s draftable as a low end WR3. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:19:36 |
| Eifert, Tyler (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Eifert ends up in Cincinnati where he will battle the enigmatic Jermaine Gresham for playing time. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:17:39 |
| Manuel, E.J. (QB, Buffalo) |
| E.J. Manuel will challenge Kevin Kolb in camp but will likely open the season backing him up. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:15:54 |
| Woods, Robert (WR, Buffalo) |
| Robert Woods ends up in a great situation in Buffalo where he’ll get to play alongside T.J. Graham and Stevie Johnson. He’s a sleeper candidate. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:15:54 |
| Goodwin, Marquise (WR, Buffalo) |
| Goodwin should emerge as Buffalo’s fourth receiver. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 20:15:54 |
| Lacy, Eddie (RB, Green Bay) |
| The rich get richer. It’s ridiculous that arguably the top RB in the draft ends up in Green Bay. He’s a borderline RB1 as a rookie and a top 7 play in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 19:57:54 |
| Ball, Montee (RB, Denver) |
| Ball ends up in the perfect situation and will be a borderline RB1 as a rookie. |
| Updated: 2013-04-26 19:55:52 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Kenny Britt reportedly impressed teammates at practice and is primed for a breakout year. If you believe in him. We still don’t like his QB or his injury history, forgetting about his off-the-field problems. |
| Updated: 2013-04-22 16:05:10 |
| Baldwin, Jon (WR, Kansas City) |
| Baldwin and Avery both ran with the first team at Chiefs minicamp. Dwayne Bowe is the only receiver to pick on draft day with confidence, the others will be free agent adds if they perform. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:53:38 |
| Ford, Jacoby (WR, Oakland) |
| Ford is healthy and ready to go or training camp. Until he gets hurt as usual, he’ll be part o a nice four man WR corps for Matt Flynn joining Speedsters Juron Criner and Denarius Moore and possession receiver Rod Streater. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:49:21 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| By resigning Redman and Dwyer the Steelers have made it clear they are going for a back in the draft. They’ll be looking for a starter. Eddie Lacy seems an ideal fit, but they have two strong backs already. Montee Ball and UCLA’s Jonathan Franklin make the most sense and both would immediately become RB2 candidates with tremendous upside. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:46:30 |
| Sanders, Emmanuel (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Sanders deserves immediate consideration as a low end WR2, high end WR3 as teams will pay more attention to Antonio Brown. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:46:30 |
| Gabbert, Blaine (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Gabbert is an afterthought. He sees ghosts in the pocket and cannot adapt to the pro game. He’ll carry a clipboard in Jacksonville, or probably somewhere else if Jacksonville drafts a QB. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:43:17 |
| Henne, Chad (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Henne and Gabbert split reps at mini-camp and Henne seems to have the upper hand. The Jags should trade down and grab extra picks and run with whoever is available between Geno Smith or Ryan Nassib to develop, but they may go for either Joeckel or Fisher at OT and hope they can grab a QB in the second round. Henne is a serviceable QB for a rebuilding year if they decide to upgrade their line and defense around him. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:43:17 |
Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville)  Injury: FootStatus: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD is healthy and will be ready for training camp. He is an intriguing fantasy pick this year and has to be thought of as a top 12 back. He’s a high upside RB1. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:43:17 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Cincinnati) |
| James Harrison is a strong addition to a Cincinnati DST that was one o fantasy’s top units last season. The Bengals DST deserves consideration as high as 2nd off the board and is worthy of a top 5 pick at lowest. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:38:11 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Seattle) |
| The addition of Antoine Winfield locks Seattle in as the top DST for 2013′s fantasy season. They will be a scoring unit that justifies coming off the board as early as the 6th or 7th round of fantasy drafts, especially in leagues that give negative points for points against. With Percy Harvin in the return game, they have no weaknesses as a DST. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:30:26 |
| Hauschka, Steve (K, Seattle) |
| Hauschka re-signed and will get plenty of opportunities. He’ll be a top 16 fantasy kicker on the bubble of starter consideration depending on his matchups. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:30:26 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, NY Jets) |
| Revis is going to be traded to the Bucs for the 13th pick and some other picks in the 2013 draft. It solidifies the Bucs shoddy seondary and gives the Jets a chance to draft some much needed skill players. The Jets DST is now a 9-14 ranked unit for antasy purposes pre-draft. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:25:00 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez is expected to be out about four months. This is yet another injury which makes him a high-risk TE for your squad because you have to draft an adequate backup to plan for his missed games that will inevitably occur. |
| Updated: 2013-04-21 09:22:12 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Depth Charts have been fully updated for 2013 pre-draft. Leigh Steinberg joins the podcast this Thursday at 5pm EST. |
| Updated: 2013-04-07 18:01:00 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronkowski will undergo another surgery to correct an infection in his forearm. The surgery puts his Week 1 status in jeopardy. This may make him a draft day steal in the third or fourth round if it holds true. |
| Updated: 2013-04-07 17:59:24 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson was Dish’s selection in an “I told you so” contest with Micah James on Friday’s Power Hour. Dish sees Wilson as the lead back in the Giants backfield and the back with all the upside. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:23:33 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Micah James took Andre Brown over Dish’s David Wilson on the FF Power Hour Podcast. FF Magic Man likes Brown’s goal line dominance and rugged game, while Dish says Brown is always hurt. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:23:33 |
| Myers, Brandon (TE, NY Giants) |
| FF Magic Man singled out Brandon Myers as a TE he likes to outperform his current ADP. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:23:33 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Cincinnati) |
| Skelton will fight it out with Josh Johnson to be Andy Dalton’s backup. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:19:39 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Gresham was the subject of one of Micah James and Dish Adams “I told you so” contests on today’s FF Power Hour. FF Magic Man says Gresham is being drafted too high as the 9th overall TE, but Dish loves Gresham’s ability to score in this offense. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:19:39 |
| Akers, David (K, Detroit) |
| Akers signed with the Lions to replace Jason Hanson. Akers was terrible last season, but will benefit from a less windy Ford Field. |
| Updated: 2013-04-05 22:17:22 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton was released. He’ll find a home as a backup elsewhere. |
| Updated: 2013-04-02 13:38:09 |
| Palmer, Carson (QB, Arizona) |
| Palmer was traded to the Cardinals and will start for the Birds. It’s huge news for Arizona’s skill players. Now the Cards need to focus on protecting him by getting linemen in the draft. |
| Updated: 2013-04-02 13:38:09 |
| Fitzgerald, Larry (WR, Arizona) |
| Fitz vaults back up to WR1 status with the addition of Carson Palmer and the new Arians offense. |
| Updated: 2013-04-02 13:38:09 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts will be a consistent WR2 with the news Carson Palmer arrives in Arizona. |
| Updated: 2013-04-02 13:38:09 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Oakland) |
| Flynn was traded to the Raiders and now will “compete” for the starting job with Terelle Pryor. Flynn’s track record against athletic QBs isn’t good, but Pryor isn’t Russell Wilson. We like FLynn to win the job and perform as an adequate QB2. |
| Updated: 2013-04-01 20:51:14 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Indianapolis) |
| DHB landed in Indy where he will be the third receiver behind Reggie Wayne and T.Y.Hilton. He’s an adequate addition for 3 receiver sets but won’t have any fantasy value unless Hilton or Wayne gets hurt. |
| Updated: 2013-04-01 20:43:31 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Buffalo) |
| Adam Schefter reports the Bills have signed Kolb. He’ll be their starter until the rookie they draft can supplant him. |
| Updated: 2013-03-30 16:41:46 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Free Agent) |
| Kolb is reportedly drawing interest from the Bills. That’s what happens when Tarvaris Jackson is your current starter. |
| Updated: 2013-03-29 13:39:55 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Be sure to check out the site homepage for new articles from Dennis Farrell and Micah James. The most recent podcast features Bob Harris of Football Diehards and Sirius XM Radio as well. We have a full month of guests booked for the podcast so give a listen! |
| Updated: 2013-03-29 13:22:01 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Flynn now looks to be headed to Oakland. |
| Updated: 2013-03-29 13:17:08 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Trade talk is heating up for Flynn with Buffalo, Jacksonville, and Oakland all possibilities. The connection to Gus Bradley in Jacksonville speaks well for Flynn after Philbin passed on him last year in Miami. |
| Updated: 2013-03-27 10:50:09 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, Free Agent) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw has visited the Steelers and will now visit the Packers. Both would be good fits and put Bradshaw as a middling RB2. |
| Updated: 2013-03-27 10:47:54 |
| Campbell, Jason (QB, Cleveland) |
| Campbell signed with the Browns. This is one situation where he actually may be able to compete for a starting job because Chudzinski and company value arm strength. Weeden is still the favorite to start for the Browns. |
| Updated: 2013-03-27 10:44:14 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte will see a significant increase in value in PPR leagues as Trestman promises to line him up “all over the field.” |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:52:47 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RGIII is healing faster than expected and will be ready for the start of the 2013 season. |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:51:10 |
| Davis, Fred (TE, Washington) |
| Davis is now healthy and is being romanced by the Bills. |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:51:10 |
| Palmer, Carson (QB, Oakland) |
| Palmer is likely to be released and will probably end up in Arizona. |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:49:54 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Baltimore) |
| Elvis Dumervil signed with the Ravens. Ozzie Newsome is the man. This is actually an upgrade on Kruger. Baltimore’s defense is shaping up again. |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:47:02 |
| Finley, Jermichael (TE, Green Bay) |
| Finley will remain with the Packers. He’ll be a high-end TE2 until he proves otherwise. |
| Updated: 2013-03-25 15:45:12 |
| Myers, Brandon (TE, NY Giants) |
| Myers signed with the Giants and elevates to a high end TE2. |
| Updated: 2013-03-16 22:27:13 |
| Murphy, Louis (WR, NY Giants) |
| Murphy signed with the Giants but is fantasy irrelevant. |
| Updated: 2013-03-16 22:27:13 |
| Lloyd, Brandon (WR, Free Agent) |
| Lloyd was released by New England. While Josh McDaniels could put up with lloyd’s antics, Belichek couldn’t. He wasn’t cut for performance so he will land somewhere. Minnesota, Carolina, and Houston are potential landing spots. |
| Updated: 2013-03-16 22:25:33 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, New England) |
| Patriots re-signed Aqib Talib. |
| Updated: 2013-03-16 22:22:30 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Baltimore) |
| Ravens are said to be interested in Elvis Dumervil. It’s a good bet that they’ll land him. They also resigned Ladarius Webb. Ozzie Newsome will make the moves he needs to shore up this D. |
| Updated: 2013-03-16 22:21:19 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb was cut as expected. He could land with the Bills, Browns, Jets, Jags, or even conceivably with the Raiders. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:22:58 |
| Forsett, Justin (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Forsett signed with the Jags to be their change of pace back. He’ll have little to no fantasy value as usual. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:22:16 |
| Crabtree, Tom (TE, Tampa Bay) |
| Crabtree signed with the Bucs. He won’t have fantasy value unless Dallas Clark is released or traded. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:20:17 |
| Woodhead, Danny (RB, San Diego) |
| Woodhead signed with the Chargers and will have a signiicant role. He’s a RB3/Flex for now. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:15:52 |
| Benn, Arrelious (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Benn was traded to the Eagles but will have no fantasy value. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:11:28 |
| Goodson, Mike (RB, NY Jets) |
| The Jets keep wowing everyone with signings of superstuds. Goodson is the latest journeyman to compete for a starting spot on the Jets. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 23:01:03 |
| Jones, Donald (WR, New England) |
| Jones signed with New England and will compete for a 4th or 5th WR spot. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:59:35 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Minnesota) |
| Jennings signed with Minnesota and will be a WR2 playing with Ponder. It’s good news for the fantasy value of Adrian Peterson, Kyle Rudolph, and Jerome Simpson. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:57:50 |
| Keller, Dustin (TE, Miami) |
| Keller signed with the Dolphins and will be a low end TE1. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:55:42 |
| Bess, Davone (WR, Miami) |
| Bess is a candidate to be cut with the signing of Brandon Gibson. He could end up in a great situation in New England if he is cut. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:55:42 |
| Gibson, Brandon (WR, Miami) |
| Gibson signed with the Dolphins to be their 3rd receiver. It has no fantasy relevance other than killing Davone Bess if he stays here. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:55:42 |
| Stanton, Drew (QB, Arizona) |
| Stanton has the inside track on the starting job with Kolb’s release. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:40:38 |
| Hoyer, Brian (QB, Arizona) |
| Hoyer will get a chance to compete with Stanton for the starting job. |
| Updated: 2013-03-15 22:40:38 |
| Jackson, Tarvaris (QB, Buffalo) |
| T-Jax is penciled in as the starter for the Bills for now, but they will have a new man for opening day whether a rookie or a free agent like Kevin Kolb, who is likely to be cut. They’d be wise to target Matt Flynn. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 19:24:03 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Kansas City) |
| Chiefs signed Sean Smith to partner with Flowers and now Robinson certainly moves to safety. Andy Reid has the Chiefs poised to turn it around fast with some brilliant acquisitions. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 19:23:11 |
| Richardson, Daryl (RB, St. Louis) |
| Richardson will be the Rams starting back for now, but Pead is likely to have more fantasy value after Steven Jackson went to Atlanta. It’s unlikely the Rams will use a pick on another back as they see Pead and Richardson as a viable combination. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 19:22:42 |
| Pead, Isaiah (RB, St. Louis) |
| Pead got a huge fantasy boost when the Rams let S-Jax walk to the Falcons. He’ll be a RB3/flex if the Rams don’t sign another back, with upside potential. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 19:22:34 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Seattle) |
| The Seahawks DST added Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett to an already formidable defense, and adds Harvin in the return game. They’re the top fantasy unit heading into the 2013 season. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 19:21:41 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Philadelphia) |
| The Eagles have added Patrick Chung, Kenny Phillips, Connor Barwin, and Cary Williams to their defense. With all the talk of Kelly’s offensive prowess, he seems content with what he has on that side of the ball. Look for the Eagles to add plenty of OL in the draft. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 18:55:01 |
| Casey, James (TE, Philadelphia) |
| Casey signed with the Eagles and although he hasn’t proven any fantasy value previously, Kelly says he will use his TEs like the Patriots do. He’s on our TE2 radar but not draftable yet. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 18:55:01 |
| Cassel, Matt (QB, Minnesota) |
| Cassel signed with the Vikings to back up Christian Ponder. He’s not a threat to Ponder’s job. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 13:38:52 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Baltimore) |
| Ravens lost Kruger, Ellerbe, Pollard, Cary Williams, and Ray Lewis from their championship defense. They secured Chris Canty as another run-stopper to pair with Ngata, but Ozzie Newsome must believe in the depth at defense in this draft. Karlos Dansby could be a potential LB replacement. As it stands, this looks like a precarious unit for 2013. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 13:37:55 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, Atlanta) |
| S-Jax signed with the Falcons and is a perfect fit as a three down back in this offense. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 13:35:18 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Denver) |
| Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie is a huge addition to the Denver defense. The Broncos continue to make impact moves on both sides of the ball. John Elway is shaping up to be as good a GM as he was a QB. |
| Updated: 2013-03-14 10:48:27 |
| Brown, Josh (K, NY Giants) |
| Brown signed with the Giants and will replace Lawrence Tynes. He’s a strong fantasy kicker on this unit. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:21:42 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, New England) |
| Amendola signed with the Pats to replace Welker amid hyperbole he’ll be catching 100 balls from Brady and the Pats won’t miss a beat. Don’t believe the hype. Amendola is certain to be the most overrated early draft pick fantasy bust in 2013. When he plays he’ll be fine, but don’t forget he’s played in only 12 games the last 2 seasons. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:20:50 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Kansas City) |
| Avery signed with the Chiefs and will compete for a starting spot opposite Dwayne Bowe. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:17:59 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Detroit) |
| Bush signed with the Lions amid rumors he was promised the starting job. He’s a great fit in this offense and enters 2013 as a solid RB2. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:16:27 |
| Welker, Wes (WR, Denver) |
| Welker signed with the Broncos giving them the best receiving corps in the NFL. Manning is sure to exploit his talents. It’s also great news for Demaryius Thomas as it will be increasingly dificult to double him over the top with Welker free in the middle underneath. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:15:12 |
| Stanton, Drew (QB, Arizona) |
| Stanton signed a 3 year deal with the Cards and was promised a chance to compete for the starting job. His familiarity with Bruce Arians’ offense gives him the inside track on the starting spot. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:13:04 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Arizona) |
| Mendenhall signed with the Cards and Arians referred to him as a “three-down back.” If Mendenhall looks healthy in pre-season this puts him back on the fantasy radar as a RB3/Flex. |
| Updated: 2013-03-13 22:13:04 |
| Walker, Delanie (TE, Tennessee) |
| Walker signed with the Titans. He’ll get first crack at the dead spot in the Titans offense reserved for TEs. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 23:05:25 |
| Cook, Jared (TE, St. Louis) |
| Cook signed with the Rams and will likely eat up Amendola’s slot opportunities. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 23:03:48 |
| Casey, James (TE, Philadelphia) |
| Casey was signed by the Eagles. No one knows how he shakes out in Kelly’s offense yet. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 23:02:08 |
| Felton, Jerome (FB, Minnesota) |
| In possibly the most important, least publicized signing of the day, the Vikings re-signed Felton to pave the way for AP. Peterson locks up the #1 overall spot with this news. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:59:59 |
| Daniel, Chase (QB, Kansas City) |
| Daniel signed on to back up Alex Smith. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:56:23 |
| Fitzpatrick, Ryan (QB, Free Agent) |
| Bills released Ryan Fitzpatrick. The Jets should come calling any minute now. Jacksonville and Arizona are not out of the question, but Fitz likely signs on as a backup somewhere. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Free Agent) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Wells visited the Bengals and will see the Steelers next. The Dolphins could give him a look as well. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Free Agent) |
| Bush is visiting Detroit first. If they let him out, he’ll visit Cincinnati and Arizona. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, Free Agent) |
| Green Bay is in the lead for his services. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Free Agent) |
| Jennings now looks like he may be headed back to Green Bay. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Free Agent) |
| DHB was released by Oakland. Minnesota needs a speed receiver and they have one of the few situations where he actually would be an upgrade. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:55:34 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Broncos signed OG Louis Vasquez which will bolster the pass blocking for Manning. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 22:50:00 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Miami) |
| Wallace signed with the Dolphins and makes a huge difference for that offense. We are taking a wait-and-see approach on fantasy value because without a proven running game teams will be able to bring a safety over the top until the Dolphins prove to defenses that they need the safety in run support. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 13:57:31 |
| Bennett, Martellus (TE, Chicago) |
| Bennett signed with the Bears and should be a top 15 fantasy TE with upside. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 13:52:08 |
| Fasano, Anthony (TE, Kansas City) |
| Fasano signed with the Chiefs. He’ll have little to no fantasy value. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 13:28:00 |
| Gonzalez, Tony (TE, Atlanta) |
| Tony G will return for another year and will remain a top 7 fantasy TE. |
| Updated: 2013-03-12 13:24:26 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Free Agent) |
| Bush may get a serious look by Arizona now that they have released Beanie Wells. He’d bee a good fit in a Bruce Arians pass-first offense. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 15:18:19 |
| Garrard, David (QB, NY Jets) |
| Garrard signed with the Jets and will compete with Mark Sanchez for the starting job. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 14:47:15 |
| Boldin, Anquan (WR, San Francisco) |
| Boldin was traded to the 49ers for a 6th round pick. He’ll make a welcomed addition to the Niners pass-catching corps and could signal the end of the line for Randy Moss in SF. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 14:09:46 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Cardinals released Beanie Wells. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 14:07:23 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Kansas City) |
| Dunta Robinson is expected to play safety for the Chiefs, joining a defense full of playmakers. The Chiefs DST is shaping up as a nice fantasy sleeper for 2013. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 12:01:50 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Free Agent) |
| Bush will visit the Lions and is said to be high on their radar. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 12:00:58 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, Free Agent) |
| Jackson has been connected with the Packers but no signs of where he will end up yet. The Rams are still a possibility. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 12:00:58 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Free Agent) |
| Jennings is rumored to be headed to the Vikings, although the Dolphins and Browns have also shown interest. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 12:00:58 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Free Agent) |
| Wallace to Miami is a near certainty. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 12:00:58 |
| Smith, Alex (QB, Kansas City) |
| Smith will Quarterback the Chiefs in 2013. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 11:56:15 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Seattle) |
| Harvin was sent to the Seahawks for the 25th pick in the draft and some later round picks. He’ll be an exceptional fit with Russell Wilson in Seattle and will retain top 10 value at WR. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 11:49:27 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown received a second round tender which means he will remain a Giant and share backfield duties with David Wilson. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 11:45:53 |
| Cruz, Victor (WR, NY Giants) |
| Cruz received a first round tender making it highly unlikely another team will sign him to a huge contract AND part with a #1 pick. Cruz likely plays for the big blue again in 2013. |
| Updated: 2013-03-11 11:45:53 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace was placed on injured reserve. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 17:58:51 |
| Pryor, Terrelle (QB, Oakland) |
| Pryor will start week 17 for the Raiders. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 10:53:37 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| Cobb looks unlikely to suit up in Week 17. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 10:51:56 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 10:51:56 |
| Davis, Vernon (TE, San Francisco) |
| Davis is unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 10:49:11 |
| Thomas, Pierre (RB, New Orleans) |
| Thomas is out for the year. Ingram and Sproles are now both excellent Week 17 starts. |
| Updated: 2012-12-29 10:48:04 |
| Palmer, Carson (QB, Oakland) |
| Palmer is out and Pryor will get the start. |
| Updated: 2012-12-28 18:40:31 |
| Hoyer, Brian (QB, Arizona) |
| Hoyer will start for the Cardinals on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 15:03:58 |
| Fitzgerald, Larry (WR, Arizona) |
| Fitz gets an upgrade with Hoyer under center. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 15:03:58 |
| Davis, Vernon (TE, San Francisco) |
| Davis has a minor concussion and should play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:58:55 |
| Manningham, Mario (WR, San Francisco) |
| Manningham tore his PCL and ACL. The 49ers suddenly look barren at WR for the playoffs with Moss as the #2 and rookie AJ Jenkins the #3. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:58:55 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| Cobb may not play this week but avoided a significant injury and will be fine for the playoffs. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:56:16 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson’s status is still up in the air for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:56:16 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is unlikely to play in Week 17. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:51:27 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick will start in Week 17 with Foles nursing a broken hand. |
| Updated: 2012-12-26 14:46:19 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin III is listed as probable and is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 12:03:24 |
| Rice, Sidney (WR, Seattle) |
| Rice is a gametime decision for Sunday evening. He’s not an advised start, so find a better option for early games. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 12:02:17 |
| Manningham, Mario (WR, San Francisco) |
| Manningham is listed as questionable and is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 12:00:43 |
| Brown, Ronnie (RB, San Diego) |
| Brown is healthy enough to lead the Chargers committee in Week 16. He’s a RB3/Flex at best. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:59:27 |
| McCoy, LeSean (RB, Philadelphia) |
| McCoy will start and is expected to have about 2/3 of the work. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:58:02 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown’s value takes a big hit with news that McCoy will have more carries. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:58:02 |
| Celek, Brent (TE, Philadelphia) |
| Celek is healthy and will play this week. He’s a upper level TE2. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:58:02 |
| Palmer, Carson (QB, Oakland) |
| Palmer’s value for this week takes a big hit with news that Terrelle Pryor will get several snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:55:27 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| Tebow may not even be active for the Jets as McElroy starts. It’s a boggling scenario as to why the Jets got him in the first place. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:54:00 |
| McElroy, Greg (QB, NY Jets) |
| McElroy will start for the Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:54:00 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw is questionable and likely to play. It means a timeshare with Wilson and Lumpkin. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:52:50 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson will have little value if Bradshaw plays as Lumpkin will still get passing down work. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:52:50 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley is our recommended play of Patriots RBs in Week 16 despite his limited workload against SF last week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:51:27 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronkowski is listed as questionable but Patriots beat writers do not expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:51:27 |
| Kaeding, Nate (K, Miami) |
| Kaeding will kick for Miami as Dan Carpenter is out for Week 16. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:49:33 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jordy Nelson won’t play again this week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:46:54 |
| Watson, Benjamin (TE, Cleveland) |
| Watson is a TE2 sleeper with Jordan Cameron out. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:45:55 |
| Massaquoi, Mohamed (WR, Cleveland) |
| Massaquoi has been ruled out. No Browns receivers are good starts for your championship game. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:45:55 |
| Brown, Josh (K, Cincinnati) |
| It’s unclear if Brown or Nugent will kick at this point. Our guess is Brown, but check gameday inactives. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:44:42 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Smith is likely to play despite his mild concussion, but check the Sunday IR to be sure. He’s not an advised start even if he plays beyond a flex position. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:43:06 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| Housler is questionable but is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:41:47 |
| White, Roddy (WR, Atlanta) |
| White is listed as questionable but will play and is safe to start as you normally would. |
| Updated: 2012-12-22 11:41:02 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw says he will play in Week 16. |
| Updated: 2012-12-17 18:31:43 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson seems to have lost his value as Bradshaw expects to play. Coughlin’s use of Wilson against Atlanta was baffling. Kregg Lumpkin could get just as much work as Wilson does if Bradshaw is active. |
| Updated: 2012-12-17 18:31:43 |
| Williams, DeAngelo (RB, Carolina) |
| Williams has put two RB1 performances together in a row, but I still wouldn’t be comfortable starting him other than as a RB3. His floor is simply too low. |
| Updated: 2012-12-17 18:28:23 |
| McCoy, LeSean (RB, Philadelphia) |
| McCoy will be cleared to play but Reid has not said how he will split carries between McCoy and Brown, only that he will. |
| Updated: 2012-12-17 18:25:36 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown becomes a tough start with the news that McCoy is likely to come back and share carries. |
| Updated: 2012-12-17 18:25:36 |
| White, Roddy (WR, Atlanta) |
| White remains a gametime decision. Check the Fastrak IR and your gameday flash report to see in the morning. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:28:54 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell was upgraded to probable for Monday Night Football. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:27:04 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw has been ruled out for Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:25:20 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson comes in as our #8 RB with the news that Bradshaw will miss this week’s game. He is positively too low at #8 and is a must start in all formats. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:25:20 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Cleveland) |
| The Browns DST is an excellent start with the news that Kirk Cousins will start for the Redskins. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:21:43 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin III has been ruled out for Sunday’s game. Get him out of your lineups immediately. Kirk Cousins is a shoddy option at best. Carson Palmer, Ryan Fitzpatrick, and Chad Henne are likely available replacements as well as Jake Locker. None are exciting options. Brandon Weeden may be the best emergency replacement as he gets a terrible Redskins secondary and will get some short fields with Cousins helming the Skins. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:20:28 |
| Bess, Davone (WR, Miami) |
| Bess has been ruled out for Sunday’s contest. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:18:41 |
| Cousins, Kirk (QB, Washington) |
| Cousins will get the start and comes in 28th in our Crystal Ball Rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-12-15 22:16:04 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw is out this Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-14 12:37:58 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Here is your fantasy Christmas gift. He’s a top 7 start, maybe top 3. |
| Updated: 2012-12-14 12:37:58 |
| Bess, Davone (WR, Miami) |
| Bess was unable to practice again Friday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-14 12:26:52 |
| White, Roddy (WR, Atlanta) |
| White is now a gametime decision after missing practice Thursday. |
| Updated: 2012-12-13 15:19:31 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Apparently Bradshaw’s knee injury is more serious than initially anticipated and there has been discussion that he could be out this weekend. Even if he plays he is likely to have a substantially reduced workload. |
| Updated: 2012-12-13 11:12:41 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson is poised to be a RB1 playoff sensation if Bradshaw misses the game as expected. Even if Bradshaw plays, Wilson is worthy of RB2 status. |
| Updated: 2012-12-13 11:12:41 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant was at practice Thursday trying out protective splints and vows to play Sunday. If he plays we have to believe he is still a strong start unless you have a top 20 alternative according to our CBR. |
| Updated: 2012-12-13 11:10:32 |
| Cook, Jared (TE, Tennessee) |
| Cook injured his shoulder in the third quarter and did not return. He’s out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-12-12 22:15:16 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant is potentially out for the year with a finger injury. It’s hard to believe they can’t tape him up and let him play for the playoffs – but he obviously risks reinjury and worse injury if he plays. |
| Updated: 2012-12-12 22:14:44 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| McFadden has been practicing in full and is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-12 22:10:34 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin III was able to take all of his reps and will play barring a major setback. |
| Updated: 2012-12-12 22:07:14 |
| Edwards, Braylon (WR, NY Jets) |
| Edwards signed with the Jets and will get playing time as the third WR right away. He’s a low-end flex with marginal upside. |
| Updated: 2012-12-11 18:47:27 |
| Gould, Robbie (K, Chicago) |
| Gould is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-12-11 12:15:31 |
| Mare, Olindo (K, Chicago) |
| Mare was signed to replace Gould. He’s an adequate replacement and should be of middling value. |
| Updated: 2012-12-11 12:15:31 |
| Jacobs, Brandon (RB, San Francisco) |
| Jacobs was suspended for the season’s final 3 games. |
| Updated: 2012-12-11 11:37:05 |
| James, LaMichael (RB, San Francisco) |
| James is worth a pick up as high upside flex now that Brandon Jacobs has been suspended. |
| Updated: 2012-12-11 11:37:05 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Foles made some ground against an awful Bucs secondary – don’t be fooled into starting him against Cincinnati. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:50:59 |
| Harbor, Clay (TE, Philadelphia) |
| Harbor is a nice TE2 if Celek misses Thursday’s game as expected. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:50:59 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin finally broke out but is still just a WR3/Flex against the Bengals tough defense. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:50:59 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson is out for the year with another knee ligament tear. CJ Spiller owners rejoice. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:37:59 |
| Bowe, Dwayne (WR, Kansas City) |
| Bowe suffered two broken ribs and is unlikely to suit up next week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:36:22 |
| Bell, Joique (RB, Detroit) |
| Bell and Leshoure shared work evenly. It’s disappointing news for Leshoure owners going into next week, but he is still a low-end RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Heller, Will (TE, Detroit) |
| Heller may gain relevance as a TE2 if Pettigrew misses next week’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Pettigrew, Brandon (TE, Detroit) |
| Pettigrew missed much of the game with an ankle injury and his status is up in the air this week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Scheffler, Tony (TE, Detroit) |
| Scheffler should be the biggest beneficiary next week of the Lions WR problems coupled with Pettigrew’s injury. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Thomas, Mike (WR, Detroit) |
| Thomas is not an option having lost snaps to Kris Durham off the practice squad. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Durham, Kris (WR, Detroit) |
| Durham got most of the work opposite Calvin Johnson and was dreadful. It seems he will remain ahead of Mike Thomas anyway. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:35:15 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RGIII has a mild sprain in his knee and has “vowed” to play through it. He is listed as day to day. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:24:12 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw is getting an MRI on his knee today – an injury he played through for most of the game. With David Wilson finally proving to be an adequate back-up, his workload will lessen regardless. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:19:01 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson finally delivered on what we thought he would do all along, torching the Saints in all purpose yards and garnering 100 yards and two TDs. He’s a viable flex play with tremendous upside, and RB1 if Bradshaw has to miss any time. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:19:01 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks hurt his knee again but played through it – he will play at less than 100% the rest of the way as he has been. |
| Updated: 2012-12-10 13:19:01 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Johnson is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-09 09:31:57 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks is expected to play today. |
| Updated: 2012-12-09 09:29:00 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Amendola will warmup before the game and a decision will be made on if he plays or not. |
| Updated: 2012-12-09 09:28:02 |
| Daniels, Owen (TE, Houston) |
| Daniels gets an upgrade with Graham out. |
| Updated: 2012-12-09 09:26:02 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks returned to a limited practice Friday, but his status for Sunday is still up in the air. |
| Updated: 2012-12-07 11:10:00 |
| Grant, Ryan (RB, Green Bay) |
| Grant was signed by the Packers and will be active Sunday. He’s unlikely to have any impact. |
| Updated: 2012-12-06 11:09:11 |
| Shorts, Cecil (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Shorts did not practice again and is looking more and more likely to miss Sunday’s contest against the Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-12-06 11:03:51 |
| Elliott, Kevin (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Elliot is expected to start opposite Justin Blackmon, who will be shadowed by Cromartie. Elliot may get some opportunities because of the Jets scheme. Jordan Shipley mans the slot. We’re staying away from J-Ville wideouts this week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-06 11:03:51 |
| Brown, Josh (K, Cincinnati) |
| Brown will kick for the Bengals against the Cowboys this Sunday as Mike Nugent has a calf injury. He’s a decent play – if you had Nugent feel safe starting Brown in his place. |
| Updated: 2012-12-06 11:01:43 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin is out for the year after being placed on injured reserve. |
| Updated: 2012-12-05 23:45:45 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| Green will again lead the pack in carries with James Starks out for what is likely the rest of the season. |
| Updated: 2012-12-05 11:42:48 |
| Reece, Marcel (FB, Oakland) |
| Reece is relegated to a PPR back now as McFadden is returning. |
| Updated: 2012-12-04 15:07:46 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| McFadden is practicing and likely to start. |
| Updated: 2012-12-04 15:07:46 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young is not likely to play again for the Lions, and was sent home from practice on monday despite Broyles season-ending injury. |
| Updated: 2012-12-03 16:00:05 |
| Thomas, Mike (WR, Detroit) |
| Thomas will get the start opposite Calvin Johnson, replacing Ryan Broyles. |
| Updated: 2012-12-03 16:00:05 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles is out for the year with a torn ACL. |
| Updated: 2012-12-03 16:00:05 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson does not have a serious injury but is unlikely to play this week. |
| Updated: 2012-12-03 15:56:05 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss will get more snaps with Manningham banged up and may be worth a flier as a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-12-02 22:59:41 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins could have a role next week if Manningham’s shoulder injury keeps him out. |
| Updated: 2012-12-02 22:26:02 |
| Keller, Dustin (TE, NY Jets) |
| Keller suffered a high ankle sprain and is likely out a few weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-12-02 22:22:15 |
| Scheffler, Tony (TE, Detroit) |
| Scheffler should be in for more work with Broyles going down. |
| Updated: 2012-12-02 22:20:54 |
| Thomas, Mike (WR, Detroit) |
| Thomas will likely get a chance to replace Broyles ahead of Young. |
| Updated: 2012-12-02 22:20:54 |
| Sanu, Mohamed (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Sanu is out for the season with a stress fracture in his foot. It’s disappointing since he just arrived as a legit WR3 with upside. Marvin Jones should see more snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-12-01 23:18:18 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin is out as expected. |
| Updated: 2012-12-01 23:15:10 |
| Wright, Jarius (WR, Minnesota) |
| Wright is expected to be the main beneficiary with Harvin out. |
| Updated: 2012-12-01 23:15:10 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Big Ben is out. It’s terrible news for all Pittsburgh pass catchers. Only Jonathan Dwyer has gameday value now. Hoyer could get some snaps if Batch struggles mightily, which is likely. |
| Updated: 2012-12-01 23:13:49 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer gets all the reps as the lead back for Pitt and is a high end RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:38:37 |
| Floyd, Michael (WR, Arizona) |
| Floyd could be in for a huge increase in snaps with Doucet questionable and Roberts’ status very unclear. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:37:06 |
| Reece, Marcel (FB, Oakland) |
| Reece will take a hit in value with McFadden’s return, but he’ll still be productive as a RB3 in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:35:13 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| McFadden is expected to play against Cleveland, but Marcel Reece will remain the better fantasy play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:35:13 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden has been taking all first team reps and will start. He’s a QB2 with upside against a soft Raiders D. It’s good news for Trent Richardson. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:32:34 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| “Death” has been removed as part of Ben’s risk of playing, but he is concerned about his arm strength and therefore may sit anyway. He’s a gametime decision but highly doubtful. It does look like he’ll return Week 14. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:29:45 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown will play against Baltimore. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:29:45 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick is not improving and may be in jeopardy for Week 14 or even the rest of the season. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:22:07 |
| McCoy, LeSean (RB, Philadelphia) |
| McCoy has not progressed past phase one yet in his concussion recovery. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:22:07 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown is likely to get a chance in Week 14 as well as this week as McCoy has not been cleared to practice yet and is progressing very slowly. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:22:07 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson underwent surgery and is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:20:02 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings will play and will not be limited by his injury, but may be on a snap count due to easily fatiguing. He’s not in football shape yet so he may sit out a few snaps, but we expect enough snaps to make him relevant as a RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:20:02 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure practiced on Thursday and is locked in for Sunday as a low end RB1 against the Colts. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:16:08 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles has permanently displaced Titus Young as the Lions #2 WR and is worth starting as a WR3. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 23:16:08 |
| Sanu, Mohamed (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Sanu was a late add to the injury report indicating a practice injury to his foot. His status is now up in the air until we know more. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:58:57 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| Rudloph practiced and is full go for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:57:40 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin missed practice on Thursday and remains very questionable. This likely is a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:57:40 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts again missed practice with an ankle injury that popped up late in yesterday’s injury reporting. He’s highly questionable for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:55:47 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray got in another limited session and is questionable for this Sunday’s game. We expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:54:36 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Austin was limited again in practice but is expected to be active. We’re wary because of re-injury risk. |
| Updated: 2012-11-29 14:54:36 |
| Kaepernick, Colin (QB, San Francisco) |
| Kaepernick was named the Week 13 starter by Jim Harbaugh. He’s a QB1 against the Rams. |
| Updated: 2012-11-28 13:29:33 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mike Tomlin named Dwyer his featured back. Dwyer put up back to back 100 yard games as “the man” but that was with Big Ben keeping defenses honest. He’s a strong bet for 50 plus yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-11-28 12:32:18 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Big Ben will attempt a light practice Wednesday. He’s highly questionable for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:58:59 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown will return to action in Week 13. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:58:59 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Much is being made of Wallace being listed as a co-starter with Emmanuel Sanders on the team website. We are not reading too much in to this. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:58:59 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings will return to the lineup in Week 13 barring a major setback. He’ll be on a snap count. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:56:23 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte has a bad ankle sprain and is likely to miss week 13. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:55:19 |
| Hunter, Kendall (RB, San Francisco) |
| Hunter is out for the year with a torn achilles. He can look to Mikel Leshoure as inspiration for a return to form. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 22:53:15 |
| Jackson, DeSean (WR, Philadelphia) |
| D-Jax was ruled out for the year with broken ribs. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 16:47:36 |
| Johnson, Damaris (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Johnson takes over for Desean Jackson as a starting WR and has immediate value as a low end WR2. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 16:47:36 |
| Parmele, Jalen (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Parmele was placed on injured reserve with a groin injury and is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 16:31:27 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings gets another crack at feature back until MJD returns. He’ll get to start in week 13. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 16:31:27 |
| Jacobs, Brandon (RB, San Francisco) |
| Jacobs is expected to be the priimary beneficiary of Kendall Hunter’s reps. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 12:34:15 |
| James, LaMichael (RB, San Francisco) |
| James should be active gamedays now with Hunter gone for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 12:34:15 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart suffered a high-ankle sparian and will miss at least the enxt 2 weeks. He wasn’t viable even healthy, so feel free to drop him in redrafter leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 12:29:48 |
| Williams, DeAngelo (RB, Carolina) |
| Williams will get an increased workload with Stewart out, but remains a flex play/RB3 at best. |
| Updated: 2012-11-27 12:29:48 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden suffered a concussion late in week 12. |
| Updated: 2012-11-26 00:10:30 |
| Williams, Kyle (WR, San Francisco) |
| Williams quite possibly tore a knee ligament. |
| Updated: 2012-11-25 23:58:18 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson should see an increased role finally now that Andre Brown is hurt and probably out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-11-25 23:56:00 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown broke his fibula and is unlikely to return this season. |
| Updated: 2012-11-25 23:56:00 |
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| Updated: 2012-11-24 22:07:50 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown insists he’ll play against Cleveland. We are so skeptical we didn’t include him even in our Saturday CBR update. If he does play, we like him for about 4-5 catches for 50-60 yards in a limited performance with a subpar QB. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 22:04:48 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones is expected to play and remain limited. We still believe you have to start him, but temper expectations. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 22:04:35 |
| Kaepernick, Colin (QB, San Francisco) |
| Kaepernick has not officially been ruled the starter as of Saturday evening, but all sources out of SF including players are acting as if he will get the start. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 21:51:44 |
| Smith, Alex (QB, San Francisco) |
| Smith has still not been given game clearance, but it looks like Kaepernick will be the starter regardless. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 21:51:44 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown is poised for borderline RB1 status against a soft Carolina rushing defense with Lesean McCoy sidelined with a concussion. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 21:48:12 |
| Reece, Marcel (FB, Oakland) |
| Reece is again a top 15 play as Goodson and McFadden are both out again. He’s the centerpiece of the Oakland offense right now. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 21:44:27 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw will start but should be considered a high end RB3 with his injuries. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:45:03 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown should get a minimum of 40% of the workload and goal line carries. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:45:03 |
| Baldwin, Jon (WR, Kansas City) |
| Baldwin is listed as probable but does not merit a start. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:43:10 |
| Bowe, Dwayne (WR, Kansas City) |
| Bowe is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:43:10 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| It’s unlikely that Jennings plays and less likely that he has an impact this week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:42:07 |
| Moreno, Knowshon (RB, Denver) |
| Moreno could vulture goal line work but is too risky to start. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:39:16 |
| Hillman, Ronnie (RB, Denver) |
| Hillman is the best bet to put up points in the Denver backfield and is a borderline RB2 in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:39:16 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin was ruled out for Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:37:13 |
| Wright, Jarius (WR, Minnesota) |
| Wright is expected to see significant reps with Harvin out. He is worthy of flex play consideration. |
| Updated: 2012-11-24 19:37:13 |
| Davis, Vernon (TE, San Francisco) |
| Davis was brought back in the fold by Kaepernick, a point surely not lost on Harbaugh. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 20:08:22 |
| Burress, Plaxico (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Burress was signed by the Steelers. He is unlikely to have any value. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 20:08:03 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Amendola is reportedly in a walking boot. He’s questionable. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 14:44:48 |
| Shiancoe, Visanthe (TE, New England) |
| Shiancoe is expected to get some targets with Gronk out and Hernandez limited. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 10:56:08 |
| Gabbert, Blaine (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Gabbert is out for the year and opens up an opportunity for Henne. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 10:42:24 |
| Henne, Chad (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Henne gets the reins to the Jags with Gabbert out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 10:42:24 |
| Quinn, Brady (QB, Kansas City) |
| Quinn will start for the Chiefs. It’s great news for the Broncos DST. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 10:37:13 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| Jeffery had his knee scoped and will miss 2-4 weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-11-21 10:33:18 |
| Henne, Chad (QB, Jacksonville) |
| I am softening on Henne. I detest his ability and do not believe in him at all, but he has a nice schedule the next 4-5 weeks. Proceed at your own risk. I may add him on a team as a backup because of slim pickens for full disclosure. |
| Updated: 2012-11-20 15:34:57 |
| Kaepernick, Colin (QB, San Francisco) |
| It’s a short week, Smith has not yet been cleared, and Kaepernick torched the Bears – all signs point to his starting against New Orleans. |
| Updated: 2012-11-20 15:31:00 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell has earned a place in the committee with Shonn Greene after his big performance on Sunday. He’s an immediate add as a low end RB3 with upside. |
| Updated: 2012-11-20 15:20:23 |
| Jones, Felix (RB, Dallas) |
| Jones missed practice Tuesday after practicing Monday. We suspect this is to rest him before Thursday’s game as there have been no reports of a setback. |
| Updated: 2012-11-20 15:17:56 |
| Tanner, Phillip (RB, Dallas) |
| Tanner should be in line for a bigger workload as an emergency flex, but with bye-weeks over you should look to avoid him. |
| Updated: 2012-11-20 15:17:56 |
| Clark, Dallas (TE, Tampa Bay) |
| Clark caught his third TD in four games and is now viable as a TE2. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:37:57 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronk is out for at least 3-4 weeks after breaking his forearm on an extra point attempt in a blowout win in garbage time. It’s a devastaing fantasy injury – the Patriots get Hernandez back. See Smitty’s Grab Bag for TE ideas. Dallas Clark comes to mind. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:37:04 |
| Batch, Charlie (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Batch is expected to start for Pittsburgh in Week 12. It’s welcome news for Wallace owners. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:37:00 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown is a must add in all leagues as he will be a low end RB1 if McCoy cannot go. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:36:10 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick secured his starting spot by letting the world see what another QB can (not) do behind that woeful offensive line. He is unlikely to be ready for Week 12, but should start weeks 13-16 and is worth an add if on waiver wires. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:34:59 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Simply awful. Stay away. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:34:59 |
| McCoy, LeSean (RB, Philadelphia) |
| McCoy is almost never injured but suffered a concussion that threatens to keep him out Week 12. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:34:59 |
| Parmele, Jalen (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Parmele has replaced Rashad Jennings as the Jags starting RB until MJD returns, which will be Week 13 at soonest. Parmele is a safe RB3 for week 12 with upside. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:31:39 |
| Henne, Chad (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Stay away. He won’t have 4 more TDs the rest of the year combined. STAY AWAY! |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:29:24 |
| Shorts, Cecil (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Shorts is still the WR to own in Jacksonville. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:29:24 |
| Blackmon, Justin (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Blackmon gets an obvious upgrade with Henne likely to start but remains a Flex/WR3. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:29:24 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young was suspended for Week 12 by coach Jim Schwartz for attitude problems. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:27:07 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles gets a huge upgrade to borderline WR2 status with the news Titus Young is suspended for Week 12. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:27:07 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray is not expected to play Thursday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:25:31 |
| Leftwich, Byron (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Leftwich healthy is horrid – Leftwich hurt is unfathomable. His teammates should take him out back and beat him up for not coming out of the game. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:24:47 |
| Cotchery, Jerricho (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Cotchery’s injury has led to Plaxico Burress sightings in Pittsburgh. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:24:47 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez is expected to start Thursday for the Pats. With Gronkowski out, Hernandez has TE1 value when he returns. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:20:29 |
| Ballard, Jake (TE, New England) |
| Ballard got some snaps with Gronk out and coul be in for an increased role as a deep sleeper at flex. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:20:29 |
| McGahee, Willis (RB, Denver) |
| McGahee suffered a torn MCL and will be out about 6 weeks. He’s done for fantasy purposes this season. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:17:33 |
| Ball, Lance (RB, Denver) |
| Ball will split time with Ronnie Hillman with McGahee out. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:17:33 |
| Hillman, Ronnie (RB, Denver) |
| Hillman is suddenly a hot waiver pickup as he will be the lead back in teh Denver committee, and certainly the one with the most ability. |
| Updated: 2012-11-19 16:17:33 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones is active and starting. |
| Updated: 2012-11-18 09:59:42 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon has reportedly looked good enough at practice that he has a good chance of playing this Sunday against the Eagles. We’re wary of playing him even if he does start. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 21:42:54 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard gets a huge boost to RB2 status with the news that Brown is out against the Patriots’ shoddy run D. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 21:41:59 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| The Giants have worked out a plethora of stiffs at RB which doesn’t bode well for Bradshaw’s neck injury and a return week 12. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:37:27 |
| Tate, Ben (RB, Houston) |
| Tate is sore after his first week back at practice but is looking like he will be able to go on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:35:36 |
| Daniels, Owen (TE, Houston) |
| Daniels has been limited in practice but hopes to play. If the Texans didn’t need him to beat Chicago, they certainly won’t to beat Jacksonville. Even if he plays he is likely to get limited snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:35:36 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Oakland) |
| DHB pulled up lame in practice Wednesday and didn’t practice Thursday. We don’t like speed receivers with sore hammies. It’s a tough blow as he was a sneaky play against the Saints D. Now he’s risky. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:32:37 |
| Criner, Juron (WR, Oakland) |
| Criner has a chance to be a sleeper Flex if DHB sits out. He’s more dynamic and explosive than Streater. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:32:37 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Brown was ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Patriots. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:30:13 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez is reportedly making progress but his status for Sunday is unclear. He’ll be a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:23:03 |
| Welker, Wes (WR, New England) |
| Welker participated in practice and is not believed to be in any jeopardy of missing Sunday’s tilt with the Colts. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:23:03 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews missed practice again and Norv Turner intimated his snap count will be affected if he doesn’t practice Friday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:21:23 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks is the undisputed #1 RB in Green Bay. We like him for moderate RB3/Flex production on 15-18 touches. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:18:23 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin is fully recovered from his sore ribs. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:16:49 |
| Moss, Santana (WR, Washington) |
| Moss has been cleared for contact and is fully recovered from his concussion. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:16:49 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| We are not downgrading Jones despite Nelson’s being healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:14:43 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson continues to go through full practices and says he feels completely healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-11-15 20:14:43 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Big Ben’s injury could be potentially life-threatening if it presses on his aorta, according to ESPN. This is a serious situation that begs fantasy owners to step into reality and just look out for the QB’s welfare. He won’t be back before Week 13 at the earliest, and doctors have advised a 6 week layoff. |
| Updated: 2012-11-14 16:18:32 |
| Thomas, Pierre (RB, New Orleans) |
| Thomas likely has no value now that Sproles is back. Ingram is likely to get the short yardage work. |
| Updated: 2012-11-14 16:14:31 |
| Sproles, Darren (RB, New Orleans) |
| Sproles practiced in full and is now expected to play against Oakland. |
| Updated: 2012-11-14 16:14:31 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Foles will start for the Eagles. |
| Updated: 2012-11-14 10:51:45 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin now says he will play in Week 11. |
| Updated: 2012-11-14 10:51:45 |
| Campbell, Jason (QB, Chicago) |
| Campbell is likely to get the start as Cutler seems headed towards an “out” designation. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 18:00:55 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller is a top 5 play as Jackson is shelved with a concussion. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 18:00:31 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson’s has been ruled out for Thursday with a concussion. Spiller owners rejoice. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 18:00:19 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Miami) |
| Bush was benched following an early fumble and is now entrenched in a time share with Daniel Thomas, and maybe even Lamar Miller as well. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:59:56 |
| Kaepernick, Colin (QB, San Francisco) |
| Kaepernick will be a hot waiver pickup with Smith facing a concussion, but they play the Bears on MNF so tread lightly. Word is Smith has a better chance to play than Cutler or Vick. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:59:46 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Big Ben has a sprained shoulder and is expected to miss multiple weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:59:15 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown looks to be the starter in Week 11 and will have a significant increase in snaps either way. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:59:02 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| If Ben misses time as expected, it’s devastating for Mike Wallace’s value. He goes from low end WR1 to low-end WR2. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:57:42 |
| Bell, Kahlil (RB, NY Jets) |
| The Jets signed Bell to back up Shonn Greene with McKnight and Powell both hurt. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:26:59 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Amendola actually had a much bigger game than his numbers indicate. He is firmly entrenched as a WR1. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 17:23:38 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw suffered a neck injury in Week 10 and his status for Week 11 is unclear. |
| Updated: 2012-11-13 01:14:40 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson has been ruled out for Thursday’s game with a concussion. It’s a big uptick in value for Spiller. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:43:46 |
| Givens, Chris (WR, St. Louis) |
| Givens was deactivated for violating team rules by missing curfew. He should be back in the lineup next week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:25:58 |
| Smith, Alex (QB, San Francisco) |
| Smith missed all of the second half with a concussion and is a question mark for the game Monday against the Bears. He obviously is not worth a start even if he plays. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:24:29 |
| Cooper, Riley (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Cooper is a hot waiver-wire addition for this week with Avant injured and Maclin also likely to miss Week 11. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:13:40 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin has a sevre back strain and is considered doubtful for Week 11. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:13:40 |
| Johnson, Damaris (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Johnson could have some flex value as Maclin and Avant are both unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:13:40 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick suffered a “pretty severe” concussion according to Andy Reid. That seems to indicate he won’t play Week 11. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:10:15 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Foles will get the start if Vick cannot go as expected. He is an erratic rookie and will have some big plays coupled with turnovers. |
| Updated: 2012-11-12 13:10:15 |
| Greene, Shonn (RB, NY Jets) |
| Greene faces one of the toughest defensive situations but I am still backing him for 20 plus touches. He is really all the Jets have, and KJ Wright was ruled out for Seattle. His floor should be about 9 points in PPR. Seattle has given up some big rushing performances lately and Greene could be a high-upside RB3/FLEX. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 13:10:23 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore is a lock to play and has a great matchup. He continues to be playable against even tough matchups. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 13:01:31 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer should be active, but we like Redman to put up more fantasy points. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:59:25 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| You cannot wait for Monday for Mendenhall as he looks like he won’t play at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:59:25 |
| Cotchery, Jerricho (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Cotchery picks up snaps as a low-end flex with Brown likely out. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:59:25 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown is not expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:59:25 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace should get more targets as Haley looks to exploit his talents with Brown sidelined. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:59:25 |
| Manning, Eli (QB, NY Giants) |
| Manning is taking serious heat. The Giants are much better than the Bengals. Manning will be huge as the Giants rally behind their leader. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:51:41 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks vowed to play, and if active this should be his breakout day as the Giants get back to basics. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:51:41 |
| Meachem, Robert (WR, San Diego) |
| Meachem is likely to return, but Alexander is ahead of him on the depth chart for now. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:49:25 |
| Alexander, Danario (WR, San Diego) |
| Alexander should still get significant snaps even with Meachem’s return. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:49:25 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen gets a boost coming out of the bye cutting into Woodhead’s snaps more than Ridley’s. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:47:04 |
| Bolden, Brandon (RB, New England) |
| Bolden’s 4 game suspension makes him safe to drop as he’ll be #4 on the depth chart even when he comes back. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:47:04 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin is a freak of nature and has defied odds before, but he is listed as doubtful and even AP said he thinks Harvin won’t play. I think that was basically permission to sit because Harvin really can’t even walk right now. Still, there is a chance he’ll be active until they rule him out. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:43:15 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles looks like he will be more consistent than Young on the floor, but Young has proven his enormous ceiling. It’s a maddening choice every week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:40:06 |
| Shorts, Cecil (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Shorts continues to perform consistently as a WR2. Don’t be afraid to start him – he dominates targets. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:36:31 |
| Rodgers, Jacquizz (RB, Atlanta) |
| @FantasyTaz and @FFMagicMan debated the merits of Quizz with me – I said he’s so off I’d rather have Shonn Greene. Don’t underestimate the value of touches. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:32:37 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner has great matchups 2 of his next 4 weeks so keep him in the fold. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:32:37 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones is undervalued on the fantasy landscape right now. He’s a “trade for” target. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 12:32:37 |
| Daniels, Owen (TE, Houston) |
| Daniels is still very sore and is highly questionable for Sunday night. Because of the night game, it’s time to start looking for alternatives. |
| Updated: 2012-11-10 11:50:16 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Avery is expected to play tonight. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:31:13 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young has not practiced yet this week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:27:49 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles will be the main beneficiary of an increased workload with Young banged up. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:27:49 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer practiced fully and looks like he will play Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:23:46 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Amendola remains on track to play in Week 10 at San Francisco. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:22:10 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin is extremely doubtful for Sunday’s contest. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:20:31 |
| Wright, Jarius (WR, Minnesota) |
| Wright will likely be active with Harvin extremely unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-08 15:20:31 |
| Reece, Marcel (FB, Oakland) |
| With both McFadden and Goodson nursing high ankle sprains, Reece is likely to lead the Raiders this week in backfield production while sharing touches with Taiwan Jones. He’s a good start in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-11-07 20:12:30 |
| Jones, Taiwan (RB, Oakland) |
| Jones will get a healthy dose of touches with Goodson and McFadden both likely to miss Sunday’s game against Baltimore. |
| Updated: 2012-11-07 20:12:30 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker is healthy and will start on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-07 20:09:54 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez took part in positional drills and is likely to play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-07 20:08:55 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| LaFell is now healthy and will start on Sunday. He’s a low end flex against the Denver defense. |
| Updated: 2012-11-07 20:07:20 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright injured his elbow and will have an MRI Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 22:10:34 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Johnson has a bruised thigh but will likely play in Week 10. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 22:06:49 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RG3 took a shot to his ribs but downplayed the injury. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:39:03 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks emerged as the Packers lead back with 17 carries for 61 yards and he is once again a viable flex option. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:35:12 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson survived his bad hammy but rolled his ankle early and left the game for good. His status is uncertain for week 10. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:35:12 |
| Hilton, T Y (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Hilton went off for 6 catches for 102 yards and a TD in Avery’s absence. He’s worth a pickup if Avery looks like he will miss time. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:29:00 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| Rudolph was blanked yet again. He’s a victim of poor quarterbacking. It’s officially time to panic as he obviosuly cannot be counted on. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:24:46 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvinn rolled his ankle and aggravated his hamstring in a rough day at Seattle. His status is uncertain right now. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:24:46 |
| Reece, Marcel (FB, Oakland) |
| Reece should see an increase in touches with McFadden out, and if Goodson misses any time then Reece will get goal line work as well. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:21:20 |
| Goodson, Mike (RB, Oakland) |
| Goodson also suffered an ankle injury for the Raiders and will be re-evaluated Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:21:20 |
| Jones, Taiwan (RB, Oakland) |
| Jones should see third down work with McFadden likley to miss at least one week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:21:20 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| McFadden suffered a high-ankle sprain and will be out for at least a couple weeks. This is exactly the risk with having him on your roster. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:21:20 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman had a career day with 121 yards and a TD and will likely get another start net week as Mendenhall and Dwyer both remain doubtful. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:17:16 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown does not have a high ankle sprain but has an injury which he says he can play through. He’ll be evaluated again Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:17:16 |
| Sanders, Emmanuel (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Sanders is an immediate target with Antonio Brown hurting. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 21:17:16 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Brown’s knee swelled up after practiceand he is now unlikely to play against Miami. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 08:35:17 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard should dominate touches against Miami after Brown was downgraded to questionable. |
| Updated: 2012-11-04 08:35:17 |
| Daniels, Owen (TE, Houston) |
| Daniels will play Sunday after a brief scare with a flared up hamstring in practice. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:49:47 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Brown had a full practice Friday and will play Sunday, sharing time with Vick Ballard. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:42:25 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer was downgraded to doubtful and is unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:36:44 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall will miss another game this Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:36:44 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman will start with Dwyer and Mendenhall both likely to miss Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:36:44 |
| Tanner, Phillip (RB, Dallas) |
| Tanner should see an uptick in carries with Jones struggling and banged up. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:28:38 |
| Johnson, Calvin (WR, Detroit) |
| Johnson is expected to play despite missing practice all week. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:27:00 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young is probable and has an excellent matchup against the Jags. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:27:00 |
| Alexander, Danario (WR, San Diego) |
| Alexander had 3 catches for 61 yards and has locked up flex spot value as a starter for the Chargers. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:19:15 |
| Hartline, Brian (WR, Miami) |
| Hartline will play barring a setback. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:06:59 |
| Cadet, Tarvaris (RB, New Orleans) |
| Cadet is expected to see additional work replacing Sproles on third downs. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:04:07 |
| Thomas, Pierre (RB, New Orleans) |
| Thomas is in for a lot of work now that Sproles is on the shelf for a while. |
| Updated: 2012-11-02 21:01:57 |
| Daniels, Owen (TE, Houston) |
| Daniels apparently pulled up lame in practice and is now questionable for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-11-01 13:13:15 |
| Allen, Dwayne (TE, Indianapolis) |
| Allen gets an upgrade with Fleener out for the next week or two. |
| Updated: 2012-11-01 10:23:44 |
| Quinn, Brady (QB, Kansas City) |
| Quinn was ruled out for Thursday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-10-30 13:45:12 |
| Cassel, Matt (QB, Kansas City) |
| Will start in place of Quinn Thursday. Don’t do it. |
| Updated: 2012-10-30 13:45:12 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman will practice Wednesday, but Mendenhall is believed to be sitting out for Week 9. Dwyer is the clear back to own in Pittsburgh right now. |
| Updated: 2012-10-30 13:44:09 |
| Thomas, Mike (WR, Detroit) |
| Thomas was traded to the Lions. Outside of return leagues, he has no fantasy value. |
| Updated: 2012-10-30 13:42:18 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer earned the starting role for Pittsburgh with another dominant performance. Even when Mendenhall and Redman return, Dwyer will dominate snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:18:14 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner is a good buy low candidate to trade for – he still has the Saints twice, Carolina, and Detroit on his schedule. He has favorable playoff matchups. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:12:12 |
| Johnson, Calvin (WR, Detroit) |
| Trade for him now. He has faced the league’s best two defenses the last two weeks against the pass. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:08:42 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore emerged healthy and will continue to lead Niner’s backs in touches. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:07:36 |
| Davis, Vernon (TE, San Francisco) |
| We still like trading for Davis who will start producing again. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:07:36 |
| Crabtree, Michael (WR, San Francisco) |
| Crabtree has proven too inconsistent to start and is a good sell high candidate after two TDs on Monday Night Football. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:07:36 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss remains nothing more than a sexy flex play despite his TD Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 22:07:36 |
| Driver, Donald (WR, Green Bay) |
| Driver was a recommended flex possibility and responded with a TD. He’s a deep sleeper flex until Nelson gets back. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:46:03 |
| Shorts, Cecil (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Shorts is rapidly becoming a viable WR2. We recommended him as a flex play and he responded with 8 catches for 116 yards. He’s clearly the only receiving option in Jacksonville and he is getting better every week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:43:50 |
| Bell, Joique (RB, Detroit) |
| Bell could be in for a heavy workload if Leshoure’s injury threatens to keep him out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:40:40 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young was superhuman Sunday, finally showing all of the talent we have been writing about and giving the people what they want. He’s locked in as a WR2 the rest of the way. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:40:40 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles is an adequate flex start with upside going forward as he played more than half of the offensive snaps and had his second touchdown in two starts. As teams now key more on Titus Young, Broyles should find some openings as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:40:40 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard will share time with Brown after his heroic effort yesterday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:29:19 |
| Allen, Dwayne (TE, Indianapolis) |
| If Fleener’s MRI shows anything that could lead to him missing time, Allen is an immediate add. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 13:29:19 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| S-Jax is expected to be traded before the deadline this week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 12:05:09 |
| Pead, Isaiah (RB, St. Louis) |
| Pead could be worth a pick up if Steven Jackson is traded, as is expected. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 12:05:09 |
| Richardson, Daryl (RB, St. Louis) |
| Richardson becomes a prime pick up as it becomes apparent the Rams are looking to trade S-Jax. The trade deadline being pushed back is a good thing – this is a flier you have to take and hope it happens. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 12:05:09 |
| Moore, Matt (QB, Miami) |
| Moore is a solid start if Tannehill cannot go. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 11:55:15 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| Tannehill said he believes he will play this coming Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 11:55:15 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson emerged unscathed from his heavy workload. Shurmur showed him how to be an NFL back – he responded. He’s top 7 the rest of the way. |
| Updated: 2012-10-29 11:36:48 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson is inactive. Bump up Cobb and James Jones, Driver is now a possible flex option. |
| Updated: 2012-10-28 08:52:28 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:21:56 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer is expected to start with Mendenhall out. He’s worth a flex start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:20:21 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall is out for Sunday’s game against Washington. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:20:21 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman is expected to play and serve as a complement to Jonathan Dwyer. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:20:21 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen gets a bump with Bolden sidelined. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:17:26 |
| Bolden, Brandon (RB, New England) |
| Bolden will not play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:17:26 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez did not make the trip across the pond and will not play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:17:26 |
| Hillis, Peyton (RB, Kansas City) |
| Hillis appears to be on track to play for the first time since Week 3 but isn’t a fantasy option. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:15:30 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Donald Brown practiced again and will be a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:13:49 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson will be a gametime decision with a sore groin – we don’t like that this happened during the practice week and seemed to get worse. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:12:07 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| We like Broyles better than Titus Young this week as Young was limited all week in practice. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:09:59 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson turned in a good week of practice and is likely to start and share time with Hardesty. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:08:52 |
| Cooper, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Cooper has locked up the slot position on the Cleveland offense and he should get in the endzone soon. He’s a risky flex play right now behind Gordon and Little. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:08:52 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Rivera confirmed again that Stewart will get every chance to prove he is the featured back. It will still be tough sledding against the Bears, but Stewart is worth a start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:06:52 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jones skyrockets in value now that Jennings will be out for at least 4-6 weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-27 19:04:17 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings will have surgery on a sports hernia and is out for several weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:53:29 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson has a hamstring injury that starting to raise concern – if he doesn’t go, Cobb is a top 20 WR. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:53:29 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| It looks as if Broyles could turn out to be what we were all hoping Titus Young would become. Broyles, not Young, will replicate Burleson’s position for the Lions and is a strong flex play with tremendous upside. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:29:26 |
| Hardesty, Montario (RB, Cleveland) |
| Hardesty will start if Richardson cannot go, but will be a tough play if Richardson plays. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:26:07 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson wnet through a limited practice – his status is uncertain. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:26:07 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| We’re always wary of coach speak but it appears Stewart is in for a heavy workload and will get a shot as the feature back. Doc money believes in him so I am intrigued. He’s a safe RB2 start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-25 13:22:48 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Rivera confirmed that he intends to use Stewart as his lead back going forward. |
| Updated: 2012-10-23 16:09:43 |
| Stephens-Howling, LaRod (RB, Arizona) |
| Stephens-Howling is number 3 on our waiver add list because he plays the vaunted SF defense. He has a couple more weeks as the starter before Beanie wells gets back. |
| Updated: 2012-10-23 16:08:16 |
| Hardesty, Montario (RB, Cleveland) |
| We are going to take the leap of faith that Richardson does not play in Week 8, possibly in Week9 as well to get him to the week 10 bye. For this week, Hardesty is our #2 waiver pickup behind Jennings. |
| Updated: 2012-10-23 15:49:50 |
| Gabbert, Blaine (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Gabbert has a torn labrum which he can play through. A healthy Gabbert isn’t worth rostering, a hurt Gabbert is even worse. |
| Updated: 2012-10-23 15:48:06 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings is clearly the number 1 waiver pickup this week. He’ll be at least a three week start if not more. |
| Updated: 2012-10-23 15:48:06 |
| Burleson, Nate (WR, Detroit) |
| Burleson suffered a knee injury that looks like it will keep him sidelined. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 20:56:19 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young will likely start next week but revealed some serious problems with communication on routes. If he is ever going to produce, next week is the time. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 20:56:19 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles looked good and scored a TD in garbage time, but Titus Young is likely to see more targets as the starter. Broyles will man the slot and very well could be more productive, so he’s worth a flier. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 20:56:19 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Chicago) |
| It’s time to feel safe benching ANY starters against the Bears Defense after seeing them tonight. If they decide their game plan is to shut your stud down, he ain’t scoring. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 20:52:39 |
| Davis, Fred (TE, Washington) |
| Davis tore his achilles and is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 17:05:00 |
| Stephens-Howling, LaRod (RB, Arizona) |
| Stephens-Howling jumped into the starting job and made himself worthy of fantasy consideration with over 100 yards and more impressively 20 touches. He’s an add and solid RB3 play borderline RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:56:54 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts was even better with Skelton at the helm. He’s a safe every week play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:56:43 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart dominated running back touches and after Cam Newton called out his team’s lack of running plays, Stewart should get more work. He’s a flex play at best. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:56:35 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| Reports of his demise were greatly exaggerated. He’s in a good grove now. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:55:26 |
| Harper, Jamie (RB, Tennessee) |
| Interesting that he got two goal-line touches and scored. Could end up being a Michael Bush-like vulture so he is worth an add as a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:55:20 |
| Novak, Nick (K, San Diego) |
| Novak has the San Diego kicking job as they placed Kaeding on IR. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:55:04 |
| Kaeding, Nate (K, San Diego) |
| Kaeding was placed on injured reserve. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:54:43 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon is out for at least the next few weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:53:13 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Hasselbeck will get at least one more start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:52:39 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore practiced despite sore ribs. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:50:52 |
| Hunter, Kendall (RB, San Francisco) |
| Hunter is a nice flex play as Gore’s reps will likely be scaled back due to his sore ribs. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:50:52 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer will lead the Steelers rushing attack while Redman and Mendenhall are sidelined. He had 120 yards against Cincinnati. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:49:46 |
| Greene, Shonn (RB, NY Jets) |
| Greene has a head of stone which cannot be cracked. For the second time this year he got his bell rung but did not suffer a concussion. He’s playing his best football and is worth a play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:48:29 |
| McKnight, Joe (RB, NY Jets) |
| McKnight appeared to re-aggravate his ankle injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:48:29 |
| Keller, Dustin (TE, NY Jets) |
| Keller broke out huge and will be a spot starter from here on out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:48:29 |
| Kerley, Jeremy (WR, NY Jets) |
| FI’s Todd Colburn predicted a big performance from Kerley and says he will remain the leading target on a weekly basis for the Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:48:29 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw will likely continue to miss practice time but dominate game day touches. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:46:00 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen is filling the role once occupied by Brandon Bolden while Bolden remains hurt. His value is limited at best. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:45:07 |
| Quinn, Brady (QB, Kansas City) |
| Quinn has been named the starter for Week 8. Stay away. And start the Oakland defense against him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:44:01 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings looks like the top waiver pickup as MJD will miss “significant time” with a foot injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:42:09 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD is rumored to have a Lisfranc injury which would knock him out for the season. He is definitely out for week 8 at a minimum. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:42:09 |
| Shorts, Cecil (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Shorts made the most of his start with 79 yards and a TD and is worth flex consideration in all leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:42:09 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard will likely get another start as Brown may miss another week. Don’t get too excited about Ballard’s 104 yards – it was against a Cleveland D that has been giving up big performances to RBs. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:39:26 |
| Cooley, Chris (TE, Free Agent) |
| Cooley will reportedly sign with the Redskins. He is unlikely to have any value. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:36:21 |
| Jones, Felix (RB, Dallas) |
| Jones had 74 all-purpose yards but left the game with a bruised knee. His status for week 8 is uncertain. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:35:16 |
| Tanner, Phillip (RB, Dallas) |
| Tanner will get more practice reps with jones banged up and could get about half of the work again if Jones goes, a full boat if he doesn’t. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:35:16 |
| Hardesty, Montario (RB, Cleveland) |
| Hardesty looks likely to dominate touches for Cleveland for the next week or two and is worth an add. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:32:34 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson re-aggravated his rib injury and could possibly be held out in Week 8. He was benched for ineffectiveness on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:32:34 |
| Little, Greg (WR, Cleveland) |
| Little got back on the board with a TD and a nice game, but he is too inconsistent for anything other than flex consideration. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:32:34 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| LaFell had a TD but is just too inconsistent to count on. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:29:43 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| Housler is becoming a PPR potential asset after 5 catches for 54 yards. He is viable as a bye-week replacement for now. |
| Updated: 2012-10-22 16:27:14 |
| Graham, Jimmy (TE, New Orleans) |
| Graham did not make the trip and will not play. David Thomas is a top 16 option this week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-20 14:07:48 |
| Jones, Felix (RB, Dallas) |
| Jones is an excellent play against the Carolina D this week replacing Demarco Murray. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:12:02 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson has practiced all week and is expected to start Sunday despite his injured rib cartilage. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:10:38 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw did not practice again and his status is uncertain. Last year he had several weeks where he didn’t practice Friday but played Sunday, so this isn’t huge news. But there is a chance he doesn’t go. Andre Brown looks like the handcuff again, but Wilson will get some work as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:05:52 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown looks like he will get the #2 job back for now, and will start if Bradshaw cannot go. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:05:52 |
| Batch, Baron (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Batch will get limited work as the Steelers go with him, Dwyer, and Rainey in a committee. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:00:17 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer is expected to start and get most of the work in the three man committee against Pittsburgh. He hasn’t proven he has any fantasy value at all even when starting. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:00:17 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall has been ruled out with an achilles injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:00:17 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman has been ruled out with an ankle injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:00:17 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey will get some 3rd down work with the Steelers against Cincinnati with Mendenhall and Redman out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 14:00:17 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant was a late add to the injury report. It appears this is a lingering injury, not a new one. He is questionable but expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-19 13:54:30 |
| Jones, Felix (RB, Dallas) |
| Jones is now the back to own in Dallas with Murray out. Phillip Tanner has value as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-16 12:48:35 |
| Hillman, Ronnie (RB, Denver) |
| Hillman is a good bet to come out of the bye-week with some flex value as he is now formly entrenched as the third down back and McGahee gets gassed and needs rest. |
| Updated: 2012-10-16 12:47:00 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Next man up. If you are desperate and you LOVE the matchup he’s a maybe at best. |
| Updated: 2012-10-16 12:44:41 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb is out “several” weeks. He shouldn’t have been on your roster anyway. |
| Updated: 2012-10-16 12:44:41 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Baltimore) |
| The Ravens lost Ray Lewis for the year, and lost Ladarius Webb to a torn ACL as well. Their status as an elite fantasy defense is over. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:30:46 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| We hope you didn’t wait on him. Your studs always end up producing in the end. This is the law of averages coming into play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:29:57 |
| Greene, Shonn (RB, NY Jets) |
| My view is that now is the time to trade Greene at an all time high value. I am always big on trading an underperformer after a huge performance. Arguments can be made with the other backs hurt he’ll get more touches. He’s played tough defenses. He can get some yards and he definitely gets goal line work. If he’s a supplemental player for you, then he is fine. But if you are short on studs trade him now for the best receiver you can get using these points in evidence to fleece someone in your league who has bye week desperation. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:29:33 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley is still the back to own here. Against tenacious run defenses that stuff the middle he’ll lose a lot of work to Woodhead, but he is still going to lead the backfield in production. Using the feed Woodhead strategy against BAL and SEA the Patriots lost twice so maybe next time they just focus on running straight ahead and letting Brady use play action and audibles at the line. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:28:43 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Expected to play Week 7. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:21:54 |
| Romo, Tony (QB, Dallas) |
| Romo is still an every week starter. We actually debated Alex Smith over Romo last week and I basically shut it down because it’s overanalysis. Romo is an every week start if you have him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:20:01 |
| Jones, Felix (RB, Dallas) |
| Jones will start while Murray is out and is worth a low end RB2 start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:20:01 |
| Tanner, Phillip (RB, Dallas) |
| Tanner will get limited work (8-14 touches) backing up Felix Jones and could get goal line opportunities. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:20:01 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| Green is the Packers running back and worth an add in all leagues. Bets on him paid off as he’ll dominate touches in the backfield and perform as a lower end RB2 – but worth starting for now while he’s hot. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:14:09 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Our company line is that both Fred Jackson and Spiller have value. Spiller has the ability to make the big play every touch, so he’s a better play, but Jackson will dominate enough work to make himself a weekly RB2 start as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:11:29 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Healthy again and only limited by Fred Jackson’s presence. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:11:29 |
| Peerman, Cedric (RB, Cincinnati) |
| Peerman got some garbage time and made the most of his opportunity. He’ll get a crack at 3rd down back on a good offense for that position. He has flex value right away. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:08:56 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Smith continues to be hot and cold, but it’s a good sign that he got in the endzone even on an off day. He’ll have some big games. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:07:12 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon was a late scratch and we were all victim to Shanahanigans as he never disclosed the injury until inactives were announced. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:06:49 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is day to day. He expects to play against the Colts, but Hardesty is a must add just in case. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 21:05:41 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb will likely start if healthy enough, but Skelton now could have value again. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 10:42:58 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb will have his ribs examined – the fickle NFL may get John Skelton another chance as the Cards have lost 2 in a row. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 10:42:58 |
| Powell, William (RB, Arizona) |
| Powell looks like the back to own for now and is a possible flex-play based on matchup. |
| Updated: 2012-10-15 10:42:58 |
| Norwood, Jordan (WR, Cleveland) |
| Norwood is on injured reserve. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 11:10:34 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Norwood’s placement on injured reserve is another reason to pick up Gordon. On Firday’s FF Power Hour Micah James of FFMagicMan called Gordon the Brown #1 receiver. He’s now worth owning in all leagues, but he’ll still struggle at times. He’s an extremely high upside WR3. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 11:10:34 |
| Miller, Lamar (RB, Miami) |
| Miller slips into desperation flex-play and Reggie Bush handcuff with Daniel Thomas out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 11:06:22 |
| Keller, Dustin (TE, NY Jets) |
| Keller is listed as probable and will try to bring the Jets some life. It looks like Stephen Hill will be back as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 11:02:32 |
| Hill, Stephen (WR, NY Jets) |
| Hill was upgraded to probable. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 11:02:32 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| He made the trip to San Francisco, so we like him to play. How effective he can be against that SF defense while not at fulll strength remains to be seen. |
| Updated: 2012-10-13 10:43:07 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| With Jordan Norwood likely to miss Sunday’s game in addition to Massaquoi and Benjamin, Gordon is a recommended start once again. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:35:50 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Coughlin expressed for the first time that he believes Nicks will play Sunday. He’s a gametime decision. He usually plays well hurt, but look for other options in case as he also plays SF. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:33:10 |
| Tate, Ben (RB, Houston) |
| Tate practiced and is a gametime decision, but expectations are that he plays against the Packers. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:29:50 |
| Finley, Jermichael (TE, Green Bay) |
| Finley has not yet had a full practice but will most likely play against the Texans. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:25:51 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings is highly unlikely to play this Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:25:51 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin has not been medically cleared yet but all indications are that he will be in the lineup Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:23:38 |
| Keller, Dustin (TE, NY Jets) |
| Keller is expected to return to game action this week. We’re not sold on any fantasy value even if he does. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:22:19 |
| Kerley, Jeremy (WR, NY Jets) |
| Kerley is a safe flex play in all leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:22:19 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez has been limited all week in practice, but expectations are that he’ll play this week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:20:30 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Hasselbeck was adequate but likely loses his job to Locker when Locker is healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:18:57 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| Johnson had over 120 yards in the game but missed a lot of opportunities for straight line running. If you are still hesitant about him, now is the time to trade him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:18:57 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt had a TD and is now a weekly start until he reinjures himself. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:18:57 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright did a lot of work in the slot and all over the field and showed he has a clear role even with Britt in the lineup. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:18:57 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall injured his achilles and left the game early in the first quarter. His status for week 7 is up in the air. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:15:22 |
| Batch, Baron (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Batch got the lion’s share of work after Redman and Mendenhall both went down. Jonathan Dwyer will likely suit up next week if both are out, which looks realistic. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:15:22 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman left with a knee injury after over 100 yards receiving. His status for week 7 is unclear – but it didn’t look good. |
| Updated: 2012-10-11 21:15:22 |
| Saine, Brandon (RB, Green Bay) |
| Saine is intriguing because he may be the best option for the Pack in the passing game. He’s unlikely to have any value this week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 23:00:12 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Oakland) |
| DHB has been medically cleared to play but has not yet resumed practicing. Still, Coach Allen says he expects Heyward-Bey to play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:36:19 |
| Forbath, Kai (K, Washington) |
| Forbath will kick for the Redskins with the release of Billy Cundiff. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:34:02 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RG3 partcipated in running drills and must be medically cleared to play still. Expectations are that he will suit up. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:34:02 |
| Blount, LeGarrette (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Rumblings from Coach Schiano indicate Blount will get some work against KC on a regular basis. He’s a low end flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:22:12 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin may now be in a full blown time share, or he may still dominate carries. He’s worth start against KC regardless, but monitor his workload for future matchup analysis. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:22:12 |
| Gibson, Brandon (WR, St. Louis) |
| Gibson is the best bet for production with Amendola out. Facing the Dolphins won’t make it easy on any of the receivers. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:12:26 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Brown is out for this week’s game and likely for week 7 as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:09:29 |
| Moore, Mewelde (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Moore will see an uptick in snaps with Arians calling the plays and Brown out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:09:29 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard will be the lead back against the Jets with Donald Brown out. He should be good for 12-18 touches. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:09:29 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson is expected to get some snaps this week spelling Ahmad Bradshaw against the 49ers. He’s still not fantasy ready, but the Giants coaching staff seems to be regaining trust in him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:05:57 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks says he will play, but until the coaches say so we are skeptical. He will struggle even if he plays as they face the Niners. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 22:05:57 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley may be game-planned out of a big performance this week, but not because of fumbles. Against Baltimore the Pats used Woodhead quite a bit because of the Baltimore interior running D. They are likley to use the same philosophy aginst Seattle. Ridley is an RB2 this week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:53:35 |
| Woodhead, Danny (RB, New England) |
| Woodhead should see a large complement of snaps and is worth a flex play in Seattle. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:53:35 |
| Bolden, Brandon (RB, New England) |
| Bolden does not look like a viable flex play this week with the strong Seattle run D deterring him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:53:35 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| Green will lead the committee but we are very hesitant. If Starks or Saine, or even Kuhn get hot, Green will be an afterthought. He’ll get the first chance to replace Benson but is a low end flex play at best. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:47:09 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks is back in the mix now that Ced Ben is out. He never showed anything, but he could get some snaps. Not worth a play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:47:09 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings hasn’t practiced and is expected to miss Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:47:09 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jones becomes a viable WR2 start with Jennings likely out again. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:47:09 |
| Quinn, Brady (QB, Kansas City) |
| Quinn will start for the Chiefs on Sunday against a Tampa secondary that has given up big plays. He’s still not an advisable start, but skill players on the Chiefs should be virtually unaffected. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:42:52 |
| Smith, Alfonso (RB, Arizona) |
| Smith is still a darkhorse to get snaps but after his run last year he should get the ball at some point. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:39:34 |
| Powell, William (RB, Arizona) |
| Powell gets first crack at carrying the rock. We still can’t recommend him because absent one strong quarter by Williams, not AZ runner has looked good. |
| Updated: 2012-10-10 21:39:34 |
| Forbath, Kai (K, Washington) |
| Forbath will kick for the Redskins with Cundiff’s release. |
| Updated: 2012-10-09 12:45:34 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-10-08 18:38:32 |
| Powell, William (RB, Arizona) |
| Powell and Alfonso Smith will share time with Williams out for the year. We believe Smith has a chance to emerge as the lead back, with Stephens-Howling gaining some carries as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-08 18:38:32 |
| Roethlisberger, Ben (QB, Pittsburgh) |
| Big Ben’s value takes a slight hit with Mendenhall returning to form as the Steelers will run more. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:10:28 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall proved he is ready to carry the load with a TD and several tough runs. His ability to turn the corner was impressive. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:10:28 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Trade for him in all leagues. He has already had his bye and Rodgers-Cromartie just won this matchup today. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:10:28 |
| Norwood, Jordan (WR, Cleveland) |
| Norwood had 9 catches for 81 yards and will be getting more snaps in favor of Greg Little. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:06:59 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson suffered a left-leg injury and is being evaluated. If he cannot go, Alex Green is a viable replacement and James Starks is a potential add as well. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:03:33 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw reclaimed his #1 status with a vengeance gaining 200 yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:01:13 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson broke off a 40 yard TD and has earned some more playing time on his own merit, but will get it because Brown was diagnosed with a concussion. We’d guess he gets 6-10 touches spelling Bradshaw but gains a hold on the #2 RB spot while Brown is out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:01:13 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| AFter decimating the Carolina defense, Brown has been non-existent and now suffered a concussion. He’ll be fantasy irrelevant the rest of the way if he misses next week. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 20:01:13 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon was our star sleeper recommendation for Week 5 and made us look good with two long TDs. Problem is, those were his only 2 grabs. He’ll be an inconsistent high-upside play and a great addition in dynasty leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:57:31 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley had 150 yards and a TD and is the lead back without hesitation, but his fumbling in consecutive weeks makes Bolden a threat to steal carries. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:55:29 |
| Bolden, Brandon (RB, New England) |
| Bolden appears to have won the Kevin Faulk role in Belichik’s offense and is the clear handcuff to Ridley. He’s worth an every week flex play while Byes last. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:55:29 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning has resumed his position amongst the elite QB1 class with another 350 yard, 3 TD game. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:51:43 |
| McGahee, Willis (RB, Denver) |
| McGahee had another 100 all purpose yards but fumbled and dropped a key pass which contributed greatly to the Broncos loss. There’s no one pushing him from behind so his playing time will not be affected negatively. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:51:43 |
| Thomas, Demaryius (WR, Denver) |
| Thomas posted 9 for 188 and is clearly an every week start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:51:43 |
| Quinn, Brady (QB, Kansas City) |
| Quinn will start with Cassel out witha concussion. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:46:12 |
| Cassel, Matt (QB, Kansas City) |
| Cassel suffered a concussion and is likely out week 6. Even if he is medically cleared, hehasn’t done anything to make Crennell think twice about starting Quinn. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:46:12 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles had 30 carries against Baltimore. He’s back to elite RB1 status. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:46:12 |
| Ringer, Javon (RB, Tennessee) |
| Ringer is likely out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:43:21 |
| Graham, Jimmy (TE, New Orleans) |
| Graham suffered an injury and his status for week 6 is up in the air. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:41:00 |
| Thomas, David (TE, New Orleans) |
| Thomas is a must add as a viable high end TE2 if Graham stands to miss any time. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:41:00 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Simpson sustained an ankle injury in pregame warm-ups. He played through the injury but had only 3 targets. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:38:08 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin continues to show why he is an every week start with 2 TDs and an 8 for 108 receiving performance. |
| Updated: 2012-10-07 19:38:08 |
| Little, Greg (WR, Cleveland) |
| Little is a nice WR2 start with Benjamin and Massaquoi out and playing against a soft Giants secondary. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:13:18 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon gets a flex start and is an adequate flex play against the Giants. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:13:18 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt is unlikely to play and will be a non-factor even if he does. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:11:13 |
| Washington, Nate (WR, Tennessee) |
| Washington is a good bet to lead the Titans in receiving with Britt out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:11:13 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| With zero offensive weapons and a stagnant offense, we have to believe Tebow time is near. He should get some work Monday night if Sanchez struggles early. He’s the only dynamic player on the Jets offense right now. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:09:34 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon practiced in full again and is set for a full-go on Sunday. Start him f you normally would. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:07:44 |
| Battle, Jackie (RB, San Diego) |
| Battle has earned a 50% time share for the Chargers for now and is worth a flex start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:06:30 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews is now in a full-blown time share and is no better than a low end RB2 for the time being. |
| Updated: 2012-10-06 21:06:30 |
| Henderson, Devery (WR, New Orleans) |
| Henderson’s value increases to Flex Play with news that lance Moore is out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-05 11:29:18 |
| Moore, Lance (WR, New Orleans) |
| Moore will miss Sunday’s game against the Chargers. |
| Updated: 2012-10-05 11:29:18 |
| Morgan, Joseph (WR, New Orleans) |
| Morgan is worth a look as a flex play with lance Moore ruled out. |
| Updated: 2012-10-05 11:29:18 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt is not expected to play after missing a full week of practice. |
| Updated: 2012-10-05 11:27:04 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon will get his first start with Massaquoi and Benjamin both banged up and is worth a bye-week flex replacement in deeper leagues. Gordon has tremendous talent and the speed of the game seems to be slowing down for him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 21:08:11 |
| Moore, Lance (WR, New Orleans) |
| Moore has missed practice with a sore hamstring. Keep an eye on his status. Joseph Morgan is worth a flex play if Moore doesn’t play in a game where Brees will set some records. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 21:07:54 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte is showing no ill effects and is ready for “full-go” against Jacksonville. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 21:01:14 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Torrey Smith has practiced in full and will play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 21:00:06 |
| Robinson, Laurent (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Robinson is unlikely to play against the Bears opening the door for Cecil Shorts to have a slight impact. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:58:23 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| Housler is worth an add in all leagues as he is now fully integrated into the offense. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:55:41 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams was largely ineffective before leaving with a shoulder injury, including one stretch with 5 consecutive carries for a loss. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:54:41 |
| Powell, William (RB, Arizona) |
| Powell will be the lead back for the Cardinals in the no-huddle set going forward, and will split time with Alphonso Smith if Williams has to miss time. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:54:41 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, St. Louis) |
| Rams DST had 8 sacks and continues to improve as a viable match-up play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:50:33 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Amendola broke his collarbone and is out indefinitely. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:50:33 |
| Givens, Chris (WR, St. Louis) |
| Givens scored and is now a candidate for more snaps, possibly even to start with Amendola’s injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-04 20:50:33 |
| Miller, Heath (TE, Pittsburgh) |
| Miller is a borderline TE1 as Roethlisberger has said he is committed to get him to the Pro Bowl. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:27:08 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Pittsburgh) |
| Polamalu and Harrison are both expected to play Sunday. Mendenhall rejoins the offense as well, so perhaps the D will be on the field less. This unit is available in most leagues and still has playmakers. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:26:47 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Hasselbeck will start in Week 5 and is an adequate bye-week replacement in a pinch. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:25:00 |
| Jacobs, Brandon (RB, San Francisco) |
| Jacobs is running full speed and could return this week. We still don’t think he is rosterable other than in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:22:59 |
| Gaffney, Jabar (WR, Miami) |
| Gaffney signed with the Dolphins and should get work as the third receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:19:39 |
| Hogan, Chris (WR, Miami) |
| Hogan could be close to getting signed to the big squad with the release of Naanee. Gaffney is coming off an injury but is now solid in the 3rd spot while healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:19:39 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| All indications are that Greg Jennings will not play until he is right. We expect him to miss Week 5. Upgrade James Jones and Randall Cobb. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:15:09 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Gresham is available in many leagues and is an adequate every week play with upside in the flex or TE2 position. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:13:22 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| Graham had 8 targets against New England and is getting more integrated into the offense. He’s a high upside flex play for bye weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:11:16 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| The first breezes of Tebow Time were floated by Woody Johnson . . . the offense without Holmes and with Sanchez just won’t work. It’s just as much a function of Ryan’s error in judgment that Shonn Greene was a feature back. They’ll have to give him some more snaps at the very least. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:07:55 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell appears to be the leader of a terrible an worthless fantasy committee. |
| Updated: 2012-10-02 23:07:55 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts contnues to impress, making me bow to Doc Money who drafted him for our Sirius Team. He has four scores and remains a viable WR3 and Flex. He’s sneaking into WR2 positioning. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:42:51 |
| Marshall, Brandon (WR, Chicago) |
| Marshall is the only Bears receiver worth starting and proved tonight he is still an every week must start with 137 yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:42:19 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden is maturing rapidly and is worthy of a bye week start if you are desperate. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:41:56 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten proved he is all the way back with 11 catches for over 100 yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:41:36 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure will use the bye-week to get healthy and is an excellent trade-for candidate as his owner likely needs by-week help and sees Leshoure as an inconsistent talent. He’s not, he’s a beast. Go get him. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:41:13 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Indianapolis) |
| Coach Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with treatable leukemia but will not rejoin the team soon and is unlikely to be able to be “all-in” according to Jim Irsay Jr. Bruce Arians takes over for now. The team’s emotional condition is unknown – our guess is they commit to selling out every play for their sick coach. Thoughts and prayers go from us to Pagano and his family. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:40:52 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| I wrote that Tannehill looked like Big Ben 2 by week 10, and Mike Armon asked, “which season?” After seeing him against Arizona, I’m saying this one. He’ll be inconsistent but this game should show the Dolphins staff how to use him after he threw for more than 400 yards against the league’s top D. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:40:21 |
| Bolden, Brandon (RB, New England) |
| Bolden broke out and earned a role, but is still no more than a bye-week flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:39:41 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker will likely miss at least Week 5 with a shoulder injury to his non-throwing shoulder. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:38:36 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin is now losing touches to both Blount and Ware. It’s discouraging for now, but he’ll still dominate touches. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:37:29 |
| Zuerlein, Greg (K, St. Louis) |
| Zuerlein put himself high on the fantasy map with 4 fgs including a 60 yarder and another over 50. He’s a solid pickup. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:36:08 |
| Holmes, Santonio (WR, NY Jets) |
| Holmes is likely out for several weeks with a foot injury. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:32:41 |
| Battle, Jackie (RB, San Diego) |
| Battle is a viable flex play until Mathews rounds in to full health. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:31:23 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews is struggling but will get back to full health soon. He’s a good buy low candidate, |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:31:23 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| All indications are that Mendenhall will start for the Steelers in Week 5. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:29:51 |
| Barden, Ramses (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barden again proved he is the proper handcuff for Nicks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:28:46 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Coach Tom Coughlin said Nicks has not improved at all. As I said on Firday’s Fantasy Football Power Hour with @FantasyTaz, I believe this has the makings of a nightmare season for Nicks. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:28:46 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley owners need not be concerned with Bolden’s big performance. Ridley is the guy. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:22:58 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen is more likely to be affected by the emergence of Brandon Bolden than Ridley is. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:22:58 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Simpson debuted with 4 catches for 50 yards and should get more and more involved in the offense as weeks go by. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:19:31 |
| Hartline, Brian (WR, Miami) |
| Hartline went absolutely stupid with 245 yards and is a must add in all leagues. He and Tannehill have a special rapport. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:17:36 |
| Cassel, Matt (QB, Kansas City) |
| Cassel is increasingly risky because there is talk he could be benched if he struggles. Quinn likely gets first crack, but our Todd Colburn loves Ricky Stanzi. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:14:04 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jones is too hot and cold to depend on but has game-breaking potential so he is worth a bye-week replacement start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 22:03:02 |
| Romo, Tony (QB, Dallas) |
| Romo is a good buy-low candidate after 5 INTs. He’ll come out of his bye week better, and likely could be had for a song with an owner frustrated with his performance and needing a bye week player. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:56:29 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray is a good trade-for candidate as owners will be down on him and he has a bye this week. Try to steal him as he’ll get better as the season goes on – he’s faced some very stern defenses. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:56:29 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Dez Bryant proved why he will alwys tease us with talent but never be more than a WR3/Flex with drops and mntal mistakes all game long. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:56:29 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is now an every week must-start after 20 fantasy points against the Ravens. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:52:59 |
| Cutler, Jay (QB, Chicago) |
| Trade Cutler as soon as you can to someone in dire need of a bye-week replacement. Sell high and pump up his performance against a solid Dallas D. His schedule gets tougher from here. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:51:04 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte played through his ankle injury and was marginal as expected. He’ll be a RB2 until he gets healthy, and back to an RB1 after that. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:51:04 |
| Bush, Michael (RB, Chicago) |
| Bush’s value takes a huge hit with Matt Forte back. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:51:04 |
| Rice, Ray (RB, Baltimore) |
| We’ve been getting a lot of “What is wrong with Rice” questions and the short answer is nothing at all. The Ravens were simply managing his touches with 4 games in 18 days. Trade for him if you can, his best games are coming. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:46:34 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| As predicted, Turner had a huge game against Carolina’s sieve. TRADE HIM IMMEDIATELY in all leagues – his value will never be higher. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:43:38 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Ignore the doldrums and trade for him if his owner is vulbnerable. He’ll turn it around. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:43:38 |
| White, Roddy (WR, Atlanta) |
| White showed he is still fantasy gold. He’ an every week start. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:43:38 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams disappointed but that was largely de to the Miami defense and playing from behind. He should be a flex play and borderline RB2 going forward. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:40:03 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| Housler is slowly being integrated into the Arizona offense. He’s worth a roster stash. |
| Updated: 2012-10-01 21:40:03 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Check the Fastrak Injury Report from the site homepage in the morning for actives and inactives. To ask questions about your lineup, listen to our Podcast FINAL DECISIONS at 12:30pm EST on blogtalkradio.com at the following web address: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/fantasyinsights/2012/09/30/final-decisions-with-fantasyinsightscom |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:12:04 |
| Bowe, Dwayne (WR, Kansas City) |
| Bowe is highly questionable and will be a gametime decision. Check the Fastrak injury report in the morning. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:08:26 |
| Hixon, Domenik (WR, NY Giants) |
| Hixon gets the start with Nicks out, but Barden plays Nicks’ position and will outperform him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:07:30 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon will attempt to play but is no guarantee. Check the Fastrak injury Report in the morning to see if he is active. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:06:15 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| S Jax is a gametime decision. Whether he goes or not, neither he nor Daryl Richardson are viable plays. Check the Fastrak Injury Report in the morning to see his status. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:04:04 |
| Novak, Nick (K, San Diego) |
| Kaeding has been ruled out and Novak will kick for the Chargers. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:01:54 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin is probable and insists he will play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 22:00:33 |
| Barden, Ramses (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barden will get plenty of snaps and will be a solid flex play against the Eagles. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:58:47 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks is out for Sunday’s contest. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:58:47 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronk is questionable but is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:54:17 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Simpson will be integrated into the Vikes offense quickly and will not be on a snap count. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:53:08 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Miami) |
| Bush is now expected to play after getting in a few practices. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:51:54 |
| Hillis, Peyton (RB, Kansas City) |
| Hillis is unlikely to play but is fantasy irrelevant even if he does. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:50:07 |
| Stafford, Matthew (QB, Detroit) |
| Stafford is likely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:46:50 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| Smith will get the bulk of the reps if Leshoure cannot go. If Leshoure plays he and Bell will split touches and Smith will get very little work. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:46:50 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte is listed as questionable. He’s a Monday Night gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:44:55 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson is almost certain to play after a full week of practice. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:43:03 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller has practiced but is a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:43:03 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Smith is fine despite a slightly sore ankle. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:41:03 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones is fine and will play despite being limited slightly due to a cut on his hand. |
| Updated: 2012-09-29 21:39:43 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure was surprisingly listed as questionable for Sunday’s game. There’s some concern here. Be prepared with alternatives even though Lions beat reporters expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 21:46:10 |
| Novak, Nick (K, San Diego) |
| Novak was signed to replace Kaeding for Sunday’s contest. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 21:42:54 |
| Kaeding, Nate (K, San Diego) |
| Kaeding was hurt in practice and is unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 21:42:54 |
| Barden, Ramses (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barden looks to get another healthy dose of snaps against Philadelphia. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 14:20:29 |
| Hixon, Domenik (WR, NY Giants) |
| Hixon is expected to start in place of the injured Nicks. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 14:20:29 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks was added to the injury report as doubtful with soreness in his left knee. It’s an ominous sign for his owners. Domenik Hixon is expected to get first crack at his spot, but we’re still higher on Ramses Barden. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 14:20:29 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronk was a late addition to the injury report with a hip injury and was listed as questionable. It’s too early to tell if this is Belichicking or a real injury. Michael Hoomanawanui and Daniel Fells split his snaps if he can’t go, but we think he’ll play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-28 14:17:32 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson is back at practice but said his knee was more sore than he hoped or expected. He is still expected to play, however. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:39:43 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte has been practicing and has not yet been ruled out. We expect a time-share with him and Bush. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:39:18 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Simpson will start Sunday against the Lions and Frazier promised a big role. He is a nice piece to add to the Vikes offense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:38:49 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon still hasn’t cleared the hurdle to looking like a playable option this week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:14:21 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| Jackson missed practice again. It appears this injury will be of the lingering variety that he will play (poorly) through. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:12:28 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin has been practicing in full and is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:11:20 |
| Winslow, Kellen (TE, New England) |
| Winslow was released by the Patriots. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 13:10:21 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Miami) |
| Bush was back at practice and insists he will play. We are watching the practice reports diligently. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:41:47 |
| Stafford, Matthew (QB, Detroit) |
| Stafford was back at practice and is now expected to play against the Vikings. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:40:20 |
| McGahee, Willis (RB, Denver) |
| McGahee is expected to play after emerging from practice pain free. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:39:27 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart still isn’t full speed, but he is expected to play this weekend. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:38:09 |
| Bell, Kahlil (RB, Chicago) |
| If the Bears are simply engaging in deception on Forte and Bush, Bell becomes a viable flex-play candidate. You have to wait until monday so if you own Forte and Bush he is worth a handcuff pickup so you can delay your decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:36:46 |
| Bush, Michael (RB, Chicago) |
| Bush says he will play despite reports of a shoulder injury. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:36:46 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller was back at practice and there are some indications he may be able to play. We are still betting Choice carries the bulk of the workload and staying away from this situation this week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:34:24 |
| Choice, Tashard (RB, Buffalo) |
| Choice will probably get the most work in Buffalo’s backfield this weekend but we are not sold. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:34:24 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams is the undisputed featured back with Wells out for at least 6-8 weeks. He is a RB2 with this news and a fine start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:30:31 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw will play but acknowledged re-injury risk is hig. His presence makes both he and Brown flex-plays only. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:29:08 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown will continue to get snaps despite Ahmad Bradshaw’s returning to the lineup. They will be in a near 50/50 time share, but if Brown remains hot he will get the lion’s share of the work. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:29:08 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks practiced in full and is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-27 12:29:08 |
| Grant, Ryan (RB, Washington) |
| Grant was signed to replace Helu. He’s not a threat to Morris. |
| Updated: 2012-09-26 13:18:53 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Helu is out for the year and can be dropped even in dynasty leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-09-26 13:18:53 |
| Rodgers, Aaron (QB, Green Bay) |
| TRADE FOR HIM NOW!!! |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 21:06:48 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson has proven he is a viable RB2 in most leagues, even hauling in 4 passes for PPR formats along with over 60 yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 21:06:48 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| Cobb was unproductive again and won’t be anything more than a low-end flex. He’s too inconsistent to start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 21:06:48 |
| Tate, Golden (WR, Seattle) |
| Tate had 2 touchdowns including a ridiculous hail mary as time expired to end up with 3 catches for 68 yards and 2 TDs. He’s a solid flex play because he seems to be the Hawks #1 WR. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:56:06 |
| Hankerson, Leonard (WR, Washington) |
| Hankerson will start opposite Garcon when he returns. He’s still just a WR3 or Flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:13:19 |
| Gates, Antonio (TE, San Diego) |
| Trade for Gates in all leagues – he has missed a game and caught only 3 passes last week. Use magician’s patter to make his owner believe the injury is really affecting him and he is going to struggle all year because of it. Don’t feel guilty – you want to win. Go fleece someone. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:12:18 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Don’t panic. DO NOT panic. It’s his first bad game in two years. Fitzgerald had 1 catch for 11 yards just a week ago. Breath. Exhale. Chill. Be happy you have Gronk. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:11:51 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| After the heavy workload Woodhead got you may be able to steal Ridley in a buy-low trade. Do it with confidence – remember with Woodhead as the centerpiece they lost – and Woodhead averaged less than 3 yards a touch. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:11:15 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss isn’t playable right now other than as a bye-week flex with upside. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:06:27 |
| Rivers, Philip (QB, San Diego) |
| Rivers is a great buy-low candidate after he laid an egg against a Falcons D that made Peyton Manning look pretty bad as well. With Mathews back and Gates healthy, Rivers should pick it up. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 20:00:30 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Simpson returns in Week 4 and is a recommended add as a WR3 in all leagues. He could easily play into a WR2 role as he is a good route runner in addition to his freakish athleticism. A strong waiver wire play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:49:31 |
| McGahee, Willis (RB, Denver) |
| The Broncos haven’t said whether or not McGahee will practice or if he is in danger of missing time. With Hillman active against Houston, it’s clear the Broncos want to get him involved. That’s bad for McGahee owners. We liked him as a sell-high candidate after his big game against Atlanta. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:47:05 |
| Little, Greg (WR, Cleveland) |
| Little was called out by Shurmur for dropping passes. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:39:37 |
| Benjamin, Travis (WR, Cleveland) |
| Benjamin seems to be the best receiver on the Browns right now talent-wise. He is emerging as a deep threat and will get an increased workload if Massaquoi cannot go. With Little seemingly in the doghouse, Benjamin and Gordon look to be the WRs to own going forward. They are both flex plays during bye weeks at best right now, but could develop into solid low-end WR options as the season progresses. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:39:37 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon gets a boost in value with Massaquoi nursing a sore hamstring, Weeden gaining experience, and Greg Little being called out by the coaching staff. He’s a bye-week flex option. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:39:37 |
| Robinson, Aldrick (WR, Washington) |
| Robinson’s limited value takes a hit with the news Hankerson will be the starter when Garconn returns. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:31:43 |
| Kerley, Jeremy (WR, NY Jets) |
| Kerley has become a viable flex play and his value increases with the news that Stephen Hill may not play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:29:25 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Chris Mortensen reported that Fred Jackson is likely to play in Week 4. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:24:18 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller’s injury isn’t as bad as feared – he’ll likely miss Week 4 and possibly Week 5 as well. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:24:18 |
| Choice, Tashard (RB, Buffalo) |
| Fantasy Sideline Show’s Dennis Farrell said he is passing on Choice on tonight’s podcast on Blog Talk Radio. We agree. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:24:18 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| Graham scored his first NFL TD and is creeping up our sleeper charts. He should be a viable bye week flex by Week 6. |
| Updated: 2012-09-24 19:24:18 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| The Grab Bag is posted and has all the advice you need to find replacements for all the key injuries from today. You can find the Grab Bag at the following link: http://wp.me/p1GNgl-1ul |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 21:18:49 |
| Holmes, Santonio (WR, NY Jets) |
| There was a serious Holmes sighting with 9 catches for 147 yards. It will be his best output of the season. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:57:40 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Torrey Smith played after the death of his brother and had 2 TDs in an emotional game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:55:54 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams finally broke loose with 83 yards rusing and 12 more receiving. With Wells nursing a possible turf toe injury, Williams now becomes a viable RB3 ply, and could increase his value to RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:54:04 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick was brutalized and similarly played brutally. Trade for him if you can – the AZ defense is a special unit and Vick has some good matchups ahead. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:53:40 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| Johnson struggled again. This is getting scary. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:47:18 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young’s stats are deceiving because he caught a 46 yard hail mary TD. Before that he had only 5 catches for 29 yards. He’s a bye-week flex play at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:43:34 |
| Hill, Shaun (QB, Detroit) |
| Hill is an excellent pick up if you are having QB trouble. He’s a veteran and has produced in this offense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:41:59 |
| Stafford, Matthew (QB, Detroit) |
| Stafford will get an MRI and could miss time. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:41:59 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure was a workhorse stud and is clearly the Lions featured back. He had 100 yards and a TD. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:41:59 |
| Hillman, Ronnie (RB, Denver) |
| Hillman got the active spot, but did nothing to impress even after McGahee left the game with an injury. It’s a situation to watch this week to see who gets the practice reps if McGahee cannot go. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:39:46 |
| Stokley, Brandon (WR, Denver) |
| Stokley had a huge game but is unlikely to duplicate it. He won’t be a fantasy play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:39:46 |
| Thomas, Daniel (RB, Miami) |
| Thomas should occupy lead-back duties until Bush gets healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:37:18 |
| Bush, Reggie (RB, Miami) |
| Bush left the game with a knee injury which is being called mild. He is likely to miss some time. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:37:18 |
| Miller, Lamar (RB, Miami) |
| Miller got third down work with Bush injured. He’ll be in a time share until Bush returns. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:37:18 |
| Johnson, Damaris (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Johnson had 84 yards on 5 catches and will be wortha play until Maclin comes back. He’ll likely be worth a bye-week flex play even if Maclin returns. he was targeted 11 times. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:33:58 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews had 76 all purpose yards in his return, but more importantly he emerged without a setback and will get better next week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:31:46 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb solidified his hold on the starting job with 2 TD passes and another win. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:28:28 |
| Fitzgerald, Larry (WR, Arizona) |
| Fitz was Fitz again. Expect more of the same. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:28:28 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, NY Jets) |
| Revis is believed to have a torn ACL, a devastating blow to the Jets defense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:24:48 |
| Kerley, Jeremy (WR, NY Jets) |
| Kerley has established himself as a legitimate flex play after a TD against Miami. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:24:48 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Oakland) |
| Heyward-Bey suffered a scary looking injury but has movement in all extremities. It’s a concussion that will certainly keep him out next week and probably beyond. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:21:27 |
| Moore, Denarius (WR, Oakland) |
| Moore finally produced with 5 catches for 45 yards and a TD. He will be Oakland’s #1 WR with Heyward-Bey out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:21:27 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller’s shoulder injury isn’t expected to sideline him more than a couple weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:17:59 |
| Choice, Tashard (RB, Buffalo) |
| Choice had 90 yards and may be a one week mercenary if Fred Jackson isn’t able to go in Week 4 with Spiller definitely out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-23 20:17:59 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Still listed as questionable, he looked better Saturday and insists he will play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-22 12:26:04 |
| Moeaki, Tony (TE, Kansas City) |
| Moeaki gets an upgrade against a terrible Saints D with Kevin Boss ruled out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-22 12:23:32 |
| Boss, Kevin (TE, Kansas City) |
| Boss was ruled out for Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-22 12:23:32 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Avery takes a slight hit with the news that Collie will likely be back on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:46:21 |
| Johnson, Damaris (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Johnson will start opposite Desean Jackson with Maclin out. In leagues with return yardage he is a must start, he’s a high-upside flex play in regular PPR formats. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:46:02 |
| Colston, Marques (WR, New Orleans) |
| Colston is questionable, but beat writers expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:42:43 |
| Henderson, Devery (WR, New Orleans) |
| Listed as probable, Henderson is likely to return and could be a nice flex play against the hapless Chiefs D. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:42:43 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Collie is now probable and looks near certain to play on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:41:09 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings has been limited but insists he will play Monday. Handcuff him with Randall Cobb or even Braylon Edwards/Golden Tate if you want to wait on him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:39:45 |
| Lloyd, Brandon (WR, New England) |
| Lloyd is questionable with a thigh injury after being limited in practice all week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:37:56 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| Still has not practiced and is a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:35:46 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Got in a full practice and will play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:34:30 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Fully practiced and will play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 22:34:30 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| He’s listed as doubtful and unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 13:49:14 |
| Hankerson, Leonard (WR, Washington) |
| Hankerson, not Robinson, will start if Garcon does not play as is expected. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 13:49:14 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin was ruled out for Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-21 09:30:30 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Today’s podcast featured Michael Rathburn of The Daily Joust and Bob Lung of Roto Experts. You can find the podcast by going to the fantasyinsights.com homepage. Dish Adams appears on The Fantasy Football Power Hour Friday at 7pm EST with Jim Day of FantasyTaz.com, and don’t forget to tune in Sunday at 12:30pm EST to FINAL DECISIONS with Fantasy Insights on Blog Talk Radio for help with your lineup choices. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:19:57 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown earned a permanent time-share after a 130 yard, 2 TD performance. Granted, it was against one of the league’s worst rushing defenses, but he will get no worse than 40% of the touches when Bradshaw returns. He’s a great sell-high candidate and could fetch a lot in a trade. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:14:13 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| LaFell is a great trade-for target after he laid an egg on national TV. He’s a solid WR3/Flex in all leagues and was simply the victim of a horrible offensive night from Newton. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:13:37 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Collie is expected to play Sunday after back-to-back full practices. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:13:06 |
| Newton, Cam (QB, Carolina) |
| Newton did his best Jimmy Clausen impersonatiion with 3 picks and a terrible performance Thursday night. He is a great trade target if his owner is panicking – when it is all said and done he will be a top 5 QB. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:12:45 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles’ injury was labeled a knee bruise – not structural to the knee. He’s a great buy-low candidate as the Chiefs need to feature him against the Saints hapless D to have any chance. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:12:22 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Pittsburgh) |
| Both James Harrison and Troy Polamalu are unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:11:05 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, NY Jets) |
| Revis returned to full practice and has been cleared to play Sunday. The Jets defense is an excellent start against a rookie QB. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:06:29 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace practiced Thursday and will play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:04:24 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| S Jax missed practice again and is a game time decision in all likelihood. His history says he will play. Keep an eye on Friday’s practice reports. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 21:03:20 |
| Gates, Antonio (TE, San Diego) |
| Gates got in a full contact practice and is expected to play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:59:58 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Avery will see a decrease in reps with Collie playing, but the Colts are likely to use 3 wide sets with Reggie Wayne manning the slot most times. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:59:11 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Norv Turner confirmed that, barring a setback in the next day or two, Mathews will start Sunday against Atlanta. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:57:00 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin practiced and is determined to play, but Reid has been non-committal. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:55:57 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson is so deep in Coughlin’s doghouse it’s mind-boggling. The fact he didn’t get the garbage time reps in lieu of Scott speaks volumes about Coughlin’s blatant tactics trying to teach the kid a lesson. He should start appearing on waiver wires and is still an advisable long-term stash. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:52:37 |
| Barden, Ramses (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barden fooled us all and played a real NFL receiver on TV tonight. He won’t have a big impact when Nicks returns, but he has locked up the Giants 3rd WR role and will be a viable flex play when bye weeks begin. |
| Updated: 2012-09-20 20:52:37 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Practiced in full and is all systems go for Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 16:24:38 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart is a gametime decision and unlikely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:57:59 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw was ruled out for Thursday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:55:51 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson should see 6-10 touches on Thursday with Bradshaw out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:55:51 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown will start with Bradshaw out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:55:51 |
| Barden, Ramses (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barden will start opposite Victor Cruz with Hakeem Nicks ruled out for Thursday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:51:30 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| In a major surprise, Nicks was ruled out for Thursday’s game with the Panthers. It seems he suffered a setback on his surgically repaired foot. He didn’t make the trip, so get him out of lineups now. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:51:30 |
| Randle, Rueben (WR, NY Giants) |
| Randle will see an increased workload with both Nicks and Hixon out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-19 13:51:30 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown has passed Dion Lewis on the depth chart and is now the handcuff to LeSean McCoy. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:39:10 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| Now is the time to pick up Jerome Simpson as he returns in Week 4. Grab him early. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:37:52 |
| Hartline, Brian (WR, Miami) |
| Hartline is a hot waiver wire pickup and is worth a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:34:33 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner’s DUI is unlikely to lead to a suspension of any kind. His performance on the field is likely to result in Jacquizz Rodgers getting an increased workload. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:32:54 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings will practice Wednesday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:30:47 |
| Winslow, Kellen (TE, New England) |
| Winslow signed with the Patriots but is not worth an add. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:29:28 |
| Edelman, Julian (WR, New England) |
| Edelman is receiving increased playing time and is worth a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:29:28 |
| Myers, Brandon (TE, Oakland) |
| Myers has become a viable TE for those struggling to find some touches. He has been targeted 11 times in two games. |
| Updated: 2012-09-18 21:26:38 |
| McGahee, Willis (RB, Denver) |
| McGahee upped his value greatly with over 100 yards and two TDs. We still like trading him now while his value has peaked – you could likely fetch a WR1 or RB1 for him now. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:16:18 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Trade for him in all leagues by trying to convince his owner that the Falcons will play matchups. Jones will be a top 3 WR when it is all said and done – this will be his worst outing of the season. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:16:04 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure was reinstated by the Lions and will play in week 3. He’s likely to get the early down work. We have said all along he has the best chance for long-term success in the Lions backfield. The Lions worked out Ryan Grant, which is surprising now that LeShoure is back. He is a flex-play at best until he proves it on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:15:41 |
| Floyd, Malcom (WR, San Diego) |
| Floyd was singled out by the Taz Man on our FINAL DECISIONS podcast Sunday morning. He is worth an add as Rivers’ favorite receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:15:21 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Washington) |
| Brian Orakpo and Adam Carriker are both out for the season, damaging the Redskins DST playability greatly. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:09:29 |
| Davis, Fred (TE, Washington) |
| Davis has underperformed and now has a concussion. He’ll have to pass tests before getting clearance to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:09:29 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews is expected to play in Week 3. Jackie Battle earned the handcuff role with his strong performance against Tennessee. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:06:31 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles has a sore knee but is expected to play in Week 3. We still like trading for him at this point in the season. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 22:04:11 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Even with a TD Turner is virtually worthless. Trade him if you can or cut him if you can’t in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 21:57:30 |
| Gonzalez, Tony (TE, Atlanta) |
| So long, Father Time, I spit on you!!! Tony G is quite simply THE MAN. Another big game tonight and another TD, he is unguardable in this offense and a must-start every week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 21:57:30 |
| Decker, Eric (WR, Denver) |
| Decker struggled again but is a good buy low candidate. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 21:54:06 |
| Thomas, Demaryius (WR, Denver) |
| Thomas showed again that he is Manning’s favorite target leading the Broncos with 8 receptions and another TD. |
| Updated: 2012-09-17 21:54:06 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| We’re trading for Wes Welker, Chris Johnson, Jamaal Charles and Marques Colston despite bad performances so far. They’ll play in to value. We are trading away Josh Freeman, Danny Amendola, and Peyton Hillis despite looking like strong plays. We’ll use their high value now to trade for a better long-term play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 21:21:54 |
| Welker, Wes (WR, New England) |
| We’re not giving up on him yet. He still had 95 yards on 5 catches in a bad outing. With Aaron Hernndez out for at least a month, Edelman should fill the Hernandez role with Welker getting more touches. Trade for him if his owner is wavering. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 21:15:11 |
| Amendola, Danny (WR, St. Louis) |
| Went nuts with 15 catches for 160 yards. Trade him while his value is high. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 21:00:57 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| Don’t panic yet . . . it’s been ugly but they will turn it around. Locker rarely checks down and is hurting the whole offense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:57:39 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt came through the game healthy and will see an increased snap count next week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:57:39 |
| Morris, Alfred (RB, Washington) |
| Morris dominated touches for the Redskins again – he has a clear hold on the top RB position and is a RB2. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:54:29 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden’s performance may say more about the Bengals defense than his ability. The Bengals have now given up two huge passing performances in 2 weeks. Weeden will be hit and miss all year. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:52:35 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson showed why he was the #1 RB chosen in the draft with over 130 combined yards and two long TDs. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:52:35 |
| Jackson, Steven (RB, St. Louis) |
| S Jax was benched after an unsportsmanlike penalty, but his groin soreness is the real issue. Fisher was clear S-Jax sat because of injury. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 20:49:50 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Do NOT pick him up. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:23:33 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams was terrible again and is now looking like a part-time back at best. Wells got his job back and Stephens-Howling could pass him on the depth chart. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:23:33 |
| Fitzgerald, Larry (WR, Arizona) |
| I hate his QB but trade for him in every league after this performance his owners are panicking. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:23:33 |
| Richardson, Daryl (RB, St. Louis) |
| Richardson had over 100 all-purpose yards and is worth a waiver wire pickup. He’s the handcuff to S Jax. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:18:01 |
| Brown, Andre (RB, NY Giants) |
| Brown got the bulk of the work when Bradshaw went down. He’s less dynamic than Wilson and we expect him to struggle a bit now that coordinators can scheme for him. Still, he will get the first chance to replace Bradshaw. His TD was not real – Tampa let him in to get the ball back so don’t over-value him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:15:36 |
| Manning, Eli (QB, NY Giants) |
| Manning’s 510 yards made everyone forget the 3 INTs. He’s a QB1 no matter the opponent. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:12:58 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw has a neck injury and is likely to miss Thursday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:12:58 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson got only 3 carries despite Bradshaw leaving the game. He should get 3rd down work on Thursday if Bradshaw misses the game as expected. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:12:58 |
| Cruz, Victor (WR, NY Giants) |
| Cruz redeemed himself with 11 catches for 150 and a TD – he’s an every week start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:12:58 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks had nearly 200 yards and is a WR1 every week start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:12:58 |
| Sanchez, Mark (QB, NY Jets) |
| Back down to earth as we warned. Bring on the chants for Tebow. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:09:41 |
| Greene, Shonn (RB, NY Jets) |
| We told you to trade him after a big week 1 – we hope you listened. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:09:41 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell will get the lion’s share of the carries if Greene misses time, which we expect. |
| Updated: 2012-09-16 17:09:41 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Check out Todd Colburn’s “Flex Appeal” for lineup help. It’s on the front page of the site. |
| Updated: 2012-09-15 23:33:41 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon is not expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-15 23:30:50 |
| Morgan, Josh (WR, Washington) |
| Morgan should see a bump in snaps if Garcon doesn’t play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-15 23:30:50 |
| Robinson, Aldrick (WR, Washington) |
| Robinson is a solid start whether or not Garcon plays. |
| Updated: 2012-09-15 23:30:50 |
| Washington, Nate (WR, Tennessee) |
| Washington is now a gametime decision after missing Friday’s practice. He plays in the late game, so you will likely have to prepare to go without him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:25:04 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| He’s a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:22:28 |
| Morgan, Josh (WR, Washington) |
| Morgan could be a surprise flex play if Garcon misses Sunday’s game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:22:28 |
| Robinson, Aldrick (WR, Washington) |
| Robinson will draw more attention if Garcon sits out. He’s unlikely to increase his week 1 output, but he’s a viable flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:22:28 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown is likely the biggest beneficiary of Revis being out as he normally guards Brown. It’s a big upgrade for Brown, Wallace, and Roethlisberger alike. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:20:28 |
| Sanders, Emmanuel (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Sanders is a nice flex play now that we know he’ll be guarded by the Jets 4th string corner. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:20:28 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, NY Jets) |
| Revis has been ruled out against Pittsburgh. It’s a big hit to the Jets DST. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:17:39 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Despite practicing fully and being cleared for contact, there is concern that Mathews still may not play this weekend. He and Mendenhall are both practicing fully but remain in similar gametime situations. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:16:35 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte looks to be out about a month with a high ankle sprain. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:14:13 |
| Bush, Michael (RB, Chicago) |
| Bush becomes a RB1 with the news that Forte is out for about 4 weeks or more. |
| Updated: 2012-09-14 12:14:13 |
| Bush, Michael (RB, Chicago) |
| Bush elevates to RB#1 status with Forte’s injury. If Forte plays after a 10 day layoff, obviously Bush doesn’t get that type of spike. Our guess is Forte misses week 3 at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 22:13:55 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Don’t forget that FINAL DECISIONS launches this Sunday at 12:30pm PST counting UP to gametime. Check out the Fantasy Sports Channel on Blog Talk Radio this Sunday for the debut show featuring Smitty, Dennis Farrell of the Fantasy Sideline Show, and other expert panelists who will tell you who to sit and who to start. You can also catch Dish on The Fantasy Football Power Hour on Fridays at 7pm EST on Blog Talk Radio with The FantasyTaz, Jim Day. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 22:07:28 |
| Moore, Denarius (WR, Oakland) |
| Moore is expected to start. We’d like to see him get a game under his belt, but the Miami secondary is a tasty matchup. Start him if you normally would without the injury. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 22:03:56 |
| Jackson, DeSean (WR, Philadelphia) |
| D Jax missed practice witha hamstring injury. Reid seemed less concerned about this than Maclin’s injury. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 22:03:41 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews was cleared for contact and is now looking like he may play on Sunday. He’ll be a gametime decision. It’s an impressive recovery and shows some toughness. Check in on injuries before starting him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 22:02:12 |
| Rodgers, Aaron (QB, Green Bay) |
| Rodgers let his fantasy owners down with an entirely average outing. Alex Smith does this, not Aaron Rodgers. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson was outstanding with 80 yards rushing and 35 receiving, proving his week 1 performance was due to SF’s defense and not his ability level. He’ll be a hot waiver pick up as he should be solid from here on out. His involvement in the passing game was encouraging. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Finley, Jermichael (TE, Green Bay) |
| He struggled with Aaron Rodgers having an off night. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| Cobb underperformed but is a nice flex play on a weekly basis. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| Safe to drop. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| He’s underperformed so far – try to trade for him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:58:45 |
| Cutler, Jay (QB, Chicago) |
| Disgusting performance with 4 INTs. Wasn’t only the line’s fault – get rid of the ball, Jay. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:54:16 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Left with an ankle injury that looks to keep him out. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:54:16 |
| Marshall, Brandon (WR, Chicago) |
| Marshall was victimized by Cutler’s awful night flailing badly. Trade for him in all leagues where you find a panicked owner. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:54:16 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| Jeffery was abysmal with only one catch for 7 yards on only 2 targets. We see this game as the game that teaches the Chicago coaching staff to get their best athletes on the field, of which Jeffery is one. They need a second TE in to block the pass rush, and Jeffery has the ability to get open on his own. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 21:54:16 |
| Smith, Steve (WR, Carolina) |
| Smith missed Wednesday’s practice with a swollen knee, but is expected to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 13:42:30 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Did not practice again and is looking less likely to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 11:26:24 |
| Johnson, Damaris (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Johnson is expected to draw a start this weekend with Maclin and D Jax both banged up. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 11:26:24 |
| Arrington, Adrian (WR, New Orleans) |
| Arrington is reportedly out for the year. The Crystal Ball rankings refresh Saturday Morning. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 09:54:01 |
| Morgan, Joseph (WR, New Orleans) |
| Morgan is suddenly the Saints #3 WR. Rotoworld is reporting Adrian Arrington is out for the year. |
| Updated: 2012-09-13 09:54:01 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| We salute the heroes and the fallen from 9/11/01, and we continue to support the brave men and women in uniform who insure our freedoms every day – putting their lives on the line so we can enjoy simple pleasures – like Fantasy Football. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:31:00 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| We are pleased to announce that Editor-In-Chief Emeritus Dan Rose has returned to FI. Dan will resume his duties Editing the Weekly Report and fixing Dish’s mistakes. Expect better grammar and spelling in the coming weeks. We’re thrilled he’s back in the fold again. It’s also his birthday today, so Happy Birthday Dan Rose! |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:28:44 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings status for Thursday night’s game is up in the air. We’ll see if he practices Wednesday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:25:43 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| McCarthy confirmed that Cobb will continue to see reps out of the backfield. It’s another indicator he is a top waiver pickup this week behind only Spiller. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:23:29 |
| Hill, Stephen (WR, NY Jets) |
| Hill exploded Sunday for two TDs and is worth a waiver pickup, but remains a flex play and not a WR2 or WR3. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:22:52 |
| Richardson, Daryl (RB, St. Louis) |
| Richardson was the clear back-up to Steven Jackson. If you are looking to handcuff S-Jax, grab Richardson and not Pead. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:21:11 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Matthews is expected to be a gametime decision week 2. Monday proved that no other Charger backs are worth a play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:19:30 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer is the only back to start in this backfield right now. He’ll be in a time share with Mendenhall when he returns, but Mendenhall will likely not have a full load before Week 3 at earliest. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:18:21 |
| Avant, Jason (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Avant will start in Maclin’s place if Maclin can’t go. If so, Avant is a viable start as a WR3/Flex. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:17:02 |
| Moore, Denarius (WR, Oakland) |
| Moore is expected to be ready to go Week 2. The Raiders sorely missed his downfield speed. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:15:37 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| I’m still looking at Wilson as a viable start at the flex position, despite evidence to the contrary. Coughlin can teach the kid a lesson, but winning takes priority and this kid was drafted where he was to play now. Bradshaw cannot continue to take the pounding he took without help. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:13:17 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson is worth a flex start Thursday night against Chicago, his former team. He’ll be highly motivated and the Packers need to establish some semblance of a ground game. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:09:30 |
| Tate, Ben (RB, Houston) |
| Sunday showed that while Foster is healthy, Tate is barely worth a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:08:08 |
| Jones, James (WR, Green Bay) |
| If Jennings doesn’t play which is looking like a possibility, then Jones has flex play value as a mercenary one week play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:04:46 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young’s low numbers are deceiving as he was on the field as much as Burleson. He still has plenty of upside. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:02:43 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| The Carolina coaching staff hinted that Jonathan Stewart is to be a focal point on offense when he returns, which looks to be Week 2. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 21:00:38 |
| Flacco, Joe (QB, Baltimore) |
| Flacco gets a significant upgrade after Monday night’s game. He’s a starter now in 12 team leagues with the right matchup. |
| Updated: 2012-09-11 20:58:51 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson is out for at least four weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 21:17:27 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller is the #1 waiver add this week with the news Jackson will be out for a while. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 21:17:27 |
| Green-Ellis, BenJarvus (RB, Cincinnati) |
| Green-Ellis had 91 yards aganst the Ravens Defense and is a solid every week play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 21:13:09 |
| Hawkins, Andrew (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Hawkins seized the slot receiver job with 8 catches for 86 yards. He’s worth a flex position. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 21:13:09 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, Cleveland) |
| Cleveland’s DST took a blow with the news shutdown CB Joe Haden will be suspended 4 games. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 15:03:06 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| One of Doc Money’s deep sleepers, Graham will start in 3 wides for the Bills now that Nelson is out. It’s a big step up from being a gameday inactive week 1. He may have some flex possibilities in later weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:50:39 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, NY Jets) |
| Revis has a concussion, which bodes well for Mike Wallace, Big Ben and company for next week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:47:57 |
| Nelson, David (WR, Buffalo) |
| Torn ACL. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:39:50 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin is looking highly questionable for week 2. Jason Avant gets his snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:37:54 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, New England) |
| Jerrod Mayo, Donta Hightower and company looked like the new Bruschi and McGinest. They are full of talent now and their coach schemes like few others – they were one of Todd Colburn’s (@colburnfootball) big picks of the week and you were rewarded if you started them. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:35:47 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| I’m trading Brown as fast as I can if he is on my roster. He dropped a couple passes that killed drives, and they can’t have that. Ballard failed to impress but will get more work next week. Mewelde Moore may see more passing downs but isn’t worth an add. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:31:10 |
| Cobb, Randall (WR, Green Bay) |
| Cobb was a fixture in the Packers no-huddle offense, which makes him an immediate add in all leagues. He won’t be dependable for this many targets as the Packers are rarely that far behind, but he has the explosiveness that makes him a worthy waiver wire add. His ceiling is Greg Jennings position in 2013 for dynasty leagues. They clearly want him involved, and he may very well be their third down back. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 11:30:58 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| This is just a friendly reminder not to panic. Assess your roster based on how it will look Week 3, and anything you don’t like, look to fix. There are several good waiver wire pickups, and Smitty has detailed them all for you in The Grab Bag available at FantasyInsights.com. Follow us on Twitter @fantasyinsights |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:32:26 |
| Bush, Michael (RB, Chicago) |
| Bush gets an upgrade because he clearly gets all goal line touches, but I still see him only as viable in non-ppr leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:23:59 |
| Ogletree, Kevin (WR, Dallas) |
| We believe. It’s Doc Money’s assessment from watching him in camp coupled with Romo’s confidence in him. Romo was clear that Ogletree has been the hardest worker in Cowboys practices, which confirms Doc’s reports. I’m calling him a flex play with expectations of a 5/65/1 performance as his new ceiling for now. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:23:42 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss doesn’t play in the Niners “Big” sets so he lost significant snaps in Green Bay. He scored a TD and is a solid flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:22:30 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson flailed only slightly less than Weeden. He didn’t run enough to have fantasy value and is now a very risky start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:21:57 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| The Real Deal. An every week start. Trade the guys ahead of him in your starting lineup. He was too low at #7 in our RB rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:21:47 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| What a stud. If he’s on your waiver wire grab him. If he’s on your roster, trade the guy you are starting ahead of him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:20:29 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| He’s Peyton Manning still. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:19:36 |
| Robinson, Aldrick (WR, Washington) |
| This is the guy I am most excited about after watching some Redskins offense. He’s a stash for bye-weeks and upside. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:18:13 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker hurt his non-throwing shoulder. Hasselbeck finished the game for him. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:02:20 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| He stiffed and has everyone very concerned. Locker didn’t look to check down when Johnson had space, so Hasselbeck is a plus for CJ owners if Locker misses Week 2. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 02:02:20 |
| Turbin, Robert (RB, Seattle) |
| Turbin is fantasy irrelevant while Lynch is healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:58:53 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Maybe he was just back too soon last year. He looked amazing in that offense and had more room to run. We still are hesitant because of the challenge for touches – without his 23 yard TD he’s 15-89 and one catch. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:56:53 |
| Sanchez, Mark (QB, NY Jets) |
| Even a broken clock is right twice a day. We’re not sold. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:52:20 |
| Hill, Stephen (WR, NY Jets) |
| Not sold on consistency, but he’s worth a flex play and certainly rosterable for bye weeks. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:52:20 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley was a beast and will continue to get huge workloads. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:50:28 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Maybe we underestimated him putting him 6th amongst RBs. We just assumed his injury would limit him for a couple weeks. He’s super-human and should be cloned for the benefit of mankind. Perhaps he is a demigod. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:49:26 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| Rudolph is a safe every week start. He’s a big part of the Vikes offense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:49:26 |
| Hillis, Peyton (RB, Kansas City) |
| We have been trashing Hillis’ fantasy value every opportunity we get. Charles is the only play on the KC offense. Hillis will have a couple good games but isn’t worth a fantasy start unless Charles is missing time. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:46:11 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD is back. Elevate him to top 10 status. With Rashard Jennings hurting his knee, MJD starts and gets a full load next week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:43:56 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Grab Benson. Sounds crazy after he laid an egg but feel safe trading for him. Every RB falls and begs for mercy when they play this SF Defense. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:40:19 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young has been a hot topic but flopped majorly. The lack of targets was alarming. I’m downgrading him to flex in deep leagues until he proves it on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:35:02 |
| Defense, Special Teams (DS, St. Louis) |
| Jeff Fisher clearly knows how to coach defense – -grab this team while they are available. Nod to Faghettaboutit – who gave me the tip at my draft and was right. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:33:42 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Despite Bush’s vulture routine, Forte remains a top 8 back at worst. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:24:12 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| Jeffery justified our hype in week 1 with 80 yards and a TD. He was third on the Bears in targets. Once he moves into the starting lineup he has 8/100/1 potential, so grab him now if he is on your league’s waiver wire. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:21:53 |
| Newton, Cam (QB, Carolina) |
| Newton didn’t justify his draft position today with only 4 rushing yards, but proved that even when he stinks he’s still good for 300 yards and the accompanying bonus in most leagues. Don’t panic. Film study lessons will include the phrase “you could have run there” from a few coaches. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:19:26 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart has a golden opportunity to seize the job if he can get healthy after the Panthers got nothing from their backs against Tampa. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:19:26 |
| Williams, DeAngelo (RB, Carolina) |
| Even with Stewart out he couldn’t do anything. It doesn’t bode well for his fantasy value going forward. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:19:26 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| One of our favorite sleepers of the pre-season, LaFell scored and had 65 yards and is a viable flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:19:26 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts is a favorite of Doc Money. Another guy I refused to draft, after seeing Alshon Jeffery’s performance I am going to trust the good Doctor. Roberts is in a good situation and should have 5/50/1 as a peak. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:14:19 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Went bonkers for 169 and a TD. With Fred Jackson injured, he’s the number one waiver pickup this week because he’s a top 10 starting back in week 2. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:13:51 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson will be shelved for at least a week after seeing Spiller. F Jax is believed to have a sprained knee. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:13:28 |
| Rodgers, Jacquizz (RB, Atlanta) |
| Quizz did some things in the return game but isn’t startable yet. Turner looked awful – that’s the most important news. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:09:36 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Yuck. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:09:36 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Maybe we had him too low at #2 in our WR rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:09:36 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton looks to miss extended time. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:07:21 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb impressed when given the ball and will be the Cards starting QB going forward. |
| Updated: 2012-09-10 01:07:21 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Active. |
| Updated: 2012-09-09 09:36:41 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Starting, expected to have around 15-20 touches. |
| Updated: 2012-09-09 09:36:04 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| The best sit/start guide is our Crystal Ball Rankings which can be found by hovering over the rankings or weekly home tabs and selecting Crystal Ball Rankings. The Saturday update accounts for a decrease in production from Arian Foster and Beanie Wells, and corresponding inflated production from Ryan Williams and Ben Tate. Be sure to e-mail us with any lineup questions, look at Dish’s Just Dishin’ column on the homepage for lineup help, and make sure to look for our gameday flash about 12:30pm EST for all the actives and inactives with our own spin. We are pleased to announce that Dish will be hosting a 30 minute FINAL DECISION Podcast on the Fantasy Sports Channel for Blog Talk Radio beginning Sunday 9/16 for the last 30 minutes up to gametime as you need to make your final lineup decisions. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:13:35 |
| Brown, Ronnie (RB, San Diego) |
| Brown is a viable start in all formats and could solidify a partial workload even when Mathews returns with a strong performance. He’s a solid play in all formats. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:08:20 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Alex Green’s missing practice time on Friday probably means more for Brandon Saine than for Benson. Benson will dominate GB’s RB carries and is a strong probability to score. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:07:51 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| It is looking more and more like Beanie Wells may not play on Sunday with a tweaked hamstring, and even if he does it looks all but certain that Ryan Williams will carry the bigger load. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:07:36 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is expected to start after a full practice on Friday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:07:18 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Collie will be a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:05:15 |
| Hilton, T Y (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Hilton is listed as probable and is worth a possible flex play if Collie is inactive. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:05:15 |
| Colston, Marques (WR, New Orleans) |
| Colston is listed as questionable after limited practices Thursday and Friday. We expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:03:13 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams looks poised to have a steady diet of touches with Beanie Wells nursing a sore hamstring and listed as questionable. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 22:01:12 |
| Hartline, Brian (WR, Miami) |
| Hartline is expected to play after a full week of practice. He has as good a shot as any to be Miami’s #1 WR, but we aren’t playing any Dolphins receivers in WR spots. Davone Bess may be worth a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 21:55:37 |
| Osweiler, Brock (QB, Denver) |
| WIth Caleb Hanie released Osweiler is the #2 in Denver. It should put him on dynasty league radars. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 21:54:05 |
| Lynch, Marshawn (RB, Seattle) |
| Pro Football Talk is reporting that Marshawn Lynch will start Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-08 21:49:46 |
| Foster, Arian (RB, Houston) |
| Kubiak = Junior Shanahan. His cryptic style now has everyone benching Arian Foster. Foster’s knee swelled up at practice and after initially dismissing it as precautionary, now Foster is being called a gametime decision. He’s a tough start either way now because we went through this last year and Kubiak rode Tate. |
| Updated: 2012-09-07 20:48:36 |
| Tate, Ben (RB, Houston) |
| Tate was the most asked about player on the Power Hour with FantasyTaz today – - he is now looking like a good start after the news that Arian Foster is a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-07 20:48:36 |
| Moreno, Knowshon (RB, Denver) |
| Moreno has won the #2 RB job in Denver ahead of Lance Ball and rookie Ronnie Hillman. He’s now the proper handcuff for McGahee and could carve out a workload as the season goes on. |
| Updated: 2012-09-07 09:38:50 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Johnson practiced on Friday and is in no danger of missing Sunday’s game against the Jets. He has fared well against Revis in the past, but temper expectations. |
| Updated: 2012-09-07 09:37:14 |
| Foster, Arian (RB, Houston) |
| Kubiak stated that Foster was pulled from practice for purely precautionary reasons. Keep him in your lineup. The biggest threat to his status is that they will get way ahead against the Dolphins and Ben Tate will get extra work. |
| Updated: 2012-09-07 09:32:48 |
| Bennett, Martellus (TE, NY Giants) |
| Bennett proved that he is draftable in all formats. He was a clear part of the Giants offensive game plan and has Manning’s trust. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 23:00:03 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Coughlin confirmed that Wilson was benched and “punished” for the fumble. It’s a long-term move by Coughlin to motivate the kid towards success. We still love his prospects for 2012, but his path is delayed until week 3 or 4. Bradshaw cannot possibly stand up to the workload he received Wednesday night on a regular basis – the Giants will need Wilson on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:59:54 |
| Dalton, Andy (QB, Cincinnati) |
| Practicing in full and will start Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:58:10 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Practicing in full and will start Monday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:58:10 |
| Gerhart, Toby (RB, Minnesota) |
| Gerhart is the clear Vikings RB to start in Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:57:07 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Coach Frazier promised a decision before Sunday. After practicing all week, we think Peterson will play but isn’t worth a fantasy start. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:57:07 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart was held out of practice again, but will likely suit up Sunday. We’re passing in week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:55:52 |
| Smith, Steve (WR, Carolina) |
| Smith completed his second consecutive day of practice pain-free on his infected foot. He’s ready for Sunday’s tasty matchup against Tampa. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:55:52 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray justified his high pre-season ranking getting all of the RB touches in a 130 yard performance. He’s an RB1 and every-week start until he gets hurt. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:53:52 |
| Ogletree, Kevin (WR, Dallas) |
| Ogletree is an obvious add in most leagues, but temper expectations. What this start did was lock him in to the lineup, but defenses will pay more attention to him now and his production will be sporadic. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:53:52 |
| Moore, Denarius (WR, Oakland) |
| Moore practiced in limited fashion and will be a gametime decision Monday. If you want to wait until Monday to make a decision, grab Rod Streater who will start in his place if Moore can’t go. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:48:04 |
| Lynch, Marshawn (RB, Seattle) |
| Lynch practiced and insists he will play Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:45:31 |
| Turbin, Robert (RB, Seattle) |
| Turbin is getting a lot of “start him” heat in fantasy circles but this could be David Wilson redux. Wednesday we were reminded not to trust coachspeak or pre-season. We’ll wait until he proves it on the field. If Lynch sits and Turbin starts our tune changes, but Lynch will likely play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:45:31 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| T-Rich practiced in pads for the first time in over a month and proclaimed himself ready to go. He’s on track to start on Sunday. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:42:08 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon is not starting Sunday, but will come off the bench to replace Massaquoi early. After the David Wilson debacle, we’re gunshy on starting rookies who aren’t already named starters. |
| Updated: 2012-09-06 22:42:08 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| The Weekly report has launched and is available on the homepage. Expanded game capsules and tables will be refreshed in to the report on Wednesday by about 2:30pm EST. E-mail us directly at support@fantasyinsights.com or dish@fantasyinsights.com if you need help setting your roster beforehand. The Crystal Ball Rankings are posted for Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:51:28 |
| Phillips, John (TE, Dallas) |
| Phillips is likely to get the start with Witten listed as doubtful. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:49:30 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten has not yet been ruled out officially, but he is unlikely to play against the Giants as his lacerated spleen recovers. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:49:30 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Austin has practiced several consecutive days and all systems are go for Wednesday’s game against the Giants. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:49:30 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant will start against the Giants. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:49:30 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw will start against the Cowboys. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:46:51 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Barring any pregame setbacks Nicks will start against the Cowboys. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:46:51 |
| Lynch, Marshawn (RB, Seattle) |
| Lynch is likely to be a gametime decision because of his back spasms. This is more of a concern than the suspension which will likely not come this season if at all. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:45:05 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey gives Pittsburgh’s DST a boost with his return capabilities. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:44:53 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman’s ankle injury looks likely to force him behind Jonathan Dwyer. Redman lost his chance due to his inability to stay healthy. This is a full-fledged committee now. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:44:46 |
| Streater, Rod (WR, Oakland) |
| Streater looks more and more like a valid flex-play with Denarius Moore still out with a hamstring issue and Jacoby Ford admitting his status is up in the air. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:44:27 |
| Gerhart, Toby (RB, Minnesota) |
| Gerhart will shoulder most of the load in Week 1 and most likely in Week 2 while the Vikes ease Peterson back in. He’s a viable start in all leagues week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:41:18 |
| Schaub, Matt (QB, Houston) |
| FI’s Tim Van Prooyen singled out Matt Schaub along with Arian Foster and Andre Johnson for “career years” with all three of them finally in optimum health at the same time. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:39:39 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall looked ready for game action at practice. It’s doubtful the Steelers run him out on Sunday night. It looks like he’ll be ready for game 2 or 3. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:36:14 |
| Turbin, Robert (RB, Seattle) |
| Turbin is a must-start in Arizona if Lynch doesn’t play. Lineup decisions will have to be made earlier in the day, but if you own Lynch you must handcuff him with Turbin. |
| Updated: 2012-09-05 00:32:34 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace is ready for the full playbook and is expected to start in Week 1. He’s one of this year’s great value plays. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 23:01:52 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD is expected to play a limited role as a third down back in week 1. This is before he has had a full-blown practice with the team, so if he proves his conditioning is there he could have a larger role. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 23:01:33 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright will start week 1 for the Titans and is a nice flex-play. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:59:12 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten made the trip and will play if he gets medical clearance. He is a gametime decision. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:54:43 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Austin has resumed practicing fully and will play in the Wednesday opener. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:54:43 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant is all systems go for the opener. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:54:43 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Collie has been practicing and is expected to start week 1. We’re still staying away. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:52:57 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson completed his second day of consecutive practices with no swelling or setbacks. He’ll start and carry the load Week 1 barring a catastrophe in practice this week. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:51:38 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews returned to practice but is not participating in contact drills yet. Ronnie Brown and LeRon McClain share the load week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:50:16 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson will likely play in Week 1 but will be on enough of a snap count to make him an extremely risky play. We believe by week 3 or 4 he is Peterson again. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:48:40 |
| Moore, Denarius (WR, Oakland) |
| Did not practice today but the Raiders say he will be fine for Week 1. We’re higher on Rod Streater in Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-09-03 22:45:38 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw returned to practice today and is on schedule to start week 1. He’s in a committee with Wilson – we have him 19 amongst RBs with Wilson 22 in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-09-02 15:14:11 |
| Hixon, Domenik (WR, NY Giants) |
| Giants OC Kevin Gilbride announced Sunday that Domenik Hixon will open the season as the team’s third receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-09-02 15:14:11 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks did not practice but said he will definitely play Wednesday night. |
| Updated: 2012-09-02 15:14:11 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD reported Sunday just in time to screw up our RB rankings board. He was at 15 in our latest update because of the uncertainty, but cetainly merits top 10 value now. He won’t be a top 5 back because Jennings has earned a share of the work. Weeks 1-2 MJD’s workload will likely be light. |
| Updated: 2012-09-02 08:27:04 |
| Winslow, Kellen (TE, Free Agent) |
| Winslow was cut. I took some heat for having him at #25 on our rankings but that seems justified now. It’s feasible he catches on somewhere when injuries hit. |
| Updated: 2012-09-01 16:21:13 |
| Hightower, Tim (RB, Free Agent) |
| Hightower was a surprise cut by the Redskins. |
| Updated: 2012-09-01 00:15:10 |
| Branch, Deion (WR, Free Agent) |
| Branch was cut by the Patriots. |
| Updated: 2012-09-01 00:15:10 |
| Armstrong, Anthony (WR, Free Agent) |
| Armstrong was cut and could garner some interest amongst receiver starved teams like the Jets or Miami. |
| Updated: 2012-09-01 00:15:10 |
| McNutt, Marvin (WR, Free Agent) |
| McNutt was cut and is likely destined for the practice squad. |
| Updated: 2012-09-01 00:15:10 |
| Mallett, Ryan (QB, New England) |
| Mallett has won the backup QB job. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 19:20:29 |
| Edelman, Julian (WR, New England) |
| Edelman earned the third WR role with the Pats. He has limited value in leagues that give points for return yardage. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 19:20:29 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| Graham has looked good enough in camp to allow the Bills to release Roosevelt and Hagan. He could be starting come mid-season. One of Doc Money’s guys. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 15:36:38 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Helu must be feeling healthy because otherwise there’s no way the Redskins cut Hightower. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 15:33:57 |
| Morris, Alfred (RB, Washington) |
| Morris played well enough to force Hightower out and will get a chance on early downs. Rumors have Steve Slaton headed to Washington which complicates this situation further. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 15:33:57 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton will reportedly start Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 13:24:18 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey should have locked up a share of punt returning responsibilities with two 50 yard returns for TDs even though both were called back on penalties. As the season goes on the Steelers will want to protect Antonio Brown. In leagues with points for return yards he’s a viable play. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:10:55 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young drew rave reviews on the podcast today from FI’s Smitty and Dennis Farrell of Fantasy Sideline Show. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:10:10 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt will only be suspended one game and will not appeal. He’s still on a snap count and a significant injury risk, but at his current ADP he’s worth a flier. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:09:18 |
| Fleener, Coby (TE, Indianapolis) |
| Rookie TE hater Smitty revealed that Fleener is one of his Tight End sleepers because of his rapport with Luck from Stanford. He was one of our impact rookies in the Pre-Season report. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:08:41 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson will be a gametime decision for Week 1. We expect him to play. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:02:59 |
| McClain, Le’Ron (FB, San Diego) |
| Smitty boldly proclaimed that McClain has a chance to rush for 1,000 yards this season for San Diego. I think this is out of the theater of the absurd, but it’s worth reporting for cocktail party fodder if nothing else. |
| Updated: 2012-08-31 00:00:32 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| FI’s Smitty singled out Ballard as a 2012 sleeper candidate to earn a large share of carries in the Colts backfield at some point. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:58:56 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker played well between the twenties but turned the ball over in the redzone. He’s extremely inaccurate so in leagues that penalize heavily for interceptions he isn’t viable yet. He’s borderline top 20 because of his ability to score with rushing yards. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:56:18 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright’s value decreases with the news Kenny Britt will be back after just one game. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:56:18 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings has RB#1 status while MJD is out, which is a minimum of 1 week but more likely to be a few games. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:50:57 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| FI’s Smitty and Nease echoed Dennis Farrell’s take that Cedric Benson is in for a big season with the Packers. We have him #21 in our RB rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:49:26 |
| Harris, Dwayne (WR, Dallas) |
| FI’s Mike Nease singled out Harris as a nice sleeper who “could slip right into Laurent Robinson’s role from last year.” |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:48:02 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure impressed and looked healthy in the final pre-season game with 43 yards and a TD. He’ll be Detroit’s lead back once his suspension ends for Game 3 and is one of our favorite sleepers. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:46:22 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer continues to impress and has earned at least a share of the Pittsburgh backfield. Dennis Farrell and Smitty both came out hard in support of Dwyer as the back in the Pittsburgh offense with the most fantasy value. |
| Updated: 2012-08-30 23:43:27 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Helu threw the Redskins RBBC into even more disarray by coming out and looking like, well, like Helu. He is clearly the most talented back the Redskins have, but because Shanahan is so crazy with his unpredictability he is as undraftable as the rest of them other than as a flier. He had over 100 yards and 2 TDs and any normal coach would just give him the damn ball. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 22:39:01 |
| Clay, Charles (TE, Miami) |
| It is worth noting that my annual Football Sunday Jersey this year will be a Charles Clay 42 Dolphins shirt. It’s complicated. The wife wanted a Tannehill shirt because J Lo owns the Fins, so I had to chose a player I thought could be on my roster from beginning of year until end. I lost the battle to have a Lauren Tannehill jersey, so Clay wins. Clay may be the best weapon the Dolphins have beyond the line of scrimmage and is a nice sleeper TE. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 22:04:51 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Gresham has not yet resumed practicing from a sprained knee but is expected to be active week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:52:45 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson will start for the Pack in Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:51:11 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt was activated from the PUP which is good news for his prognosis but just means a suspension from the NFL is imminent. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:49:52 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Todd Haley expects Wallace to be ready to start week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:46:43 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten is a gametime decision for week 1. We are staying away with the tremendous depth at TE. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:40:27 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick will be wearing a kevlar vest perfected in military combat and the manufacturer “guarantees” he will not hurt his ribs wearing the vest. He is still apt to get hurt elsewhere, but this is good news for Vick owners. He is going lower and lower in drafts and is now somewhat of a sleeper in his current borderline QB1 ADP. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:39:17 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings is a borderline RB1 week 1 with MJD unlikely to be active. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:36:37 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD looks very unlikely to play in the opener, even if he reports by Monday. More and more it looks like he’ll miss at least a couple of games. He’s a tough add right now unless you can stash him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:36:37 |
| Royster, Evan (RB, Washington) |
| Royster lumbered to 44 yards on 10 carries which is only news because it means he is healthy enough to play in the opener. |
| Updated: 2012-08-29 21:31:34 |
| Cooley, Chris (TE, Free Agent) |
| Redskins cut the aging Cooley. He had a huge contract and bad knees, but may find a home with the Bucs, Seahawks, or Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-08-28 11:44:18 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| Adam Schefter reports that MJD’s holdout will last in to the regular season. He slipped to #12 in our most recent RB rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-08-28 09:41:32 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace signed and reported. He is now #14 on our WR depth chart. |
| Updated: 2012-08-28 09:40:27 |
| Cundiff, Billy (K, Washington) |
| Cundiff’s job search was short as he moved across town to the Redskins. |
| Updated: 2012-08-28 09:39:42 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:10:53 |
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| Be aware that cuts are happening and Washington and Carolina in particular are likely to cut Gano and/or Medlock in favor of the recently released Cundiff, Josh Brown, or Neil Rackers. Justin Tucker and Nick Folk are the only safe bets amongst Kickers on the teams where cuts happened. Rankings will update nightly from now through opening day because of the cuts happening throughout this week. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:08:05 |
| Medlock, Justin (K, Carolina) |
| Medlock is Carolina’s kicker for now but is unlikely to hold the job with quality free agents out there. The Panthers insist otherwise, but stay away. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:07:08 |
| Rice, Sidney (WR, Seattle) |
| Carroll proclaimed Sidney Rice healthy and ready to go for Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:06:06 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson participated in contact drills and will clearly be ready for a time share in week 1. He’s #6 on our draft board amongst RBs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:05:58 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings is expected to start week 1 regardless oeven if MJD reports to the team. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:05:31 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace is expected to report to the Steelers on Tuesday. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 21:04:27 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks is practicing fully and will be ready for week 1 as expected. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 20:59:27 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw has not yet resumed practicing but he will be ready for week 1. The bigger threat to his fantasy value is the presence of David Wilson. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 20:52:26 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| Smith sat out practice but is expected to be fine for Week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 20:50:10 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| In the worst-kept secret in the NFL, Martin was finally placed atop the Bucs’ RB depth chart. He is positively ranked too low at #7 in our RB rankings. But since he hasn’t taken an NFL snap yet we can’t put him any higher. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 20:49:07 |
| Williams, Mike (WR, Tampa Bay) |
| Buried on the rankings sheets because he has no QB and Doug Martin and V-Jax are grabbing headlines, Williams is quietly putting together a nice pre-season and is a sleeper for WR#3 production. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 20:49:07 |
| Alexander, Danario (WR, St. Louis) |
| The Rams waived Alexander. With his injury history he is a tough claim but he has produced when healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 13:42:16 |
| Rackers, Neil (K, Free Agent) |
| Rackers was cut by the Redskins. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 11:42:30 |
| Brown, Josh (K, Free Agent) |
| Brown was cut by the Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-08-27 11:42:30 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-27 10:18:46 |
| Thomas, Demaryius (WR, Denver) |
| Thomas proved he can do work underneath with a couple catches that he turned in to bigger plays. He’s a top 25 WR along with teammate Eric Decker. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 16:22:19 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning continues to get sharper and looks healthy enough to draft with confidence. He isn’t the Manning we remember, but he’s still a starter in 12 team leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 16:18:49 |
| Decker, Eric (WR, Denver) |
| Decker has emerged as Manning’s favorite target and had two TD’s in Sunday’s exhibition game. Decker is a top 25 receiver and is climbing up draft boards. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 16:18:49 |
| Jackson, Tarvaris (QB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson was traded to Buffalo which means little for him but a lot for Vince Young. Vince, your NFL chances are dwindling. Jackson won’t have any fantasy value as Ryan Fitzpatrick’s backup. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 16:15:29 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| No one is giving Graham a second look because he is currently 4th on the depth chart at WR, but he’ll be starting shortly as he is the Bills most talented wideout other than Stevie Johnson. As the year progresses he will have flex value. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 16:15:29 |
| Cundiff, Billy (K, Free Agent) |
| Cundiff was cut by the Ravens after losing the kicking job to Justin Tucker. Tucker’s nailing 50 yard kicks with consistency had more to do with this than Cundiff’s miss that cost the Ravens a Super Bowl birth. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 14:30:20 |
| Owens, Terrell (WR, Free Agent) |
| The Seahawks cut Owens. It is feasible he showed enough to win a job with the Chargers or Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 14:30:20 |
| Schaub, Matt (QB, Houston) |
| Schaub is completely off of the fantasy radar according to current ADP. He looked flawless and perfectly healthy and is an easy late round pickup – he’s not going before the 8th or 9th round in most drafts. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 01:00:29 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Over 100 yards and two TD’s. He’s an absolute joke. Julio Jones is getting all the hype, justifiably so, but Brown will be one of 2012′s breakout stars. Draft him early – he’ll be in our top 10 WR in the next update. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:59:36 |
| Hightower, Tim (RB, Washington) |
| Hightower played as the third down back and looked healthy enough – but in this crowded committee he’s undraftable. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:57:15 |
| Morris, Alfred (RB, Washington) |
| Morris had over 100 yards in the Redskins Saturday pre-season game and made his case to lead the Week 1 committee. Right now he may be the most draftable of Redskins backs. We are passing on all of them because of the maddening nature of the RBBC and Shanahan the Shenanigan Man. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:57:15 |
| Criner, Juron (WR, Oakland) |
| The explosion we have been hearing about finally came when Criner burned the 3rd string for two touchdowns. He’s behind Streater on the depth chart, but has value in keeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:51:02 |
| Streater, Rod (WR, Oakland) |
| Streater started in place of Denarius Moore and impressed again, leading the Raiders in targets. He is the third receiver and will start if Moore isn’t ready week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:51:02 |
| Stafford, Matthew (QB, Detroit) |
| Stafford injured his finger on his non-throwing hand but is not expected to have any risk of missing week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:44:14 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure plodded along for 18 touches of nothing, but he stayed healthy and is getting back in to shape. He’ll be the Lions featured back when he returns week 3. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:44:14 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| Smith injured his bad ankle Saturday and even though it is not a high ankle sprain, it is a reminder that Smith cannot be trusted for very long. He has proven he cannot last. Mikel LeShoure looked awful, whcih lowers his ADP, but we are high on LeShoure’s upside. |
| Updated: 2012-08-26 00:44:14 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-24 23:00:06 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner showed tonight that he isn’t dead yet, but we still only like him in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:52:36 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles looks perfectly healthy and is shooting up draft boards. His value in PPR leagues is about that of Sproles – top 15 amongst RBs. Could be top 7 if he returns to form so feel free to go early on him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:52:07 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson continues to impress averaging over 5 yards a carry and showing great ball skills, running vision and strength, and blocking ability. We have him much higher than most publications at #28 amongst RBs and he is still moving up. He should be on equal footing with Bradshaw by mid-year at worst. A must-take in keeper leagues, Doc Money likes Wilson’s actual ability better than Doug Martin’s, but Martin’s value is high because he is already starting. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:51:36 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Flynn has ‘camp arm” which means Russell Wilson is really good. This may be the excuse they need to give Wilson the ball Week 1. Flynn’s starting job is in serious jeopardy and now Wilson has to be considered the favorite. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:50:21 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson continues to draw praise from Packer teammates, coaches, beat writers, scouts, and anyone else who can find a way to comment. Benson has a rare opportunity to get to the second level of the defense because of the soft fronts he will see on Green Bay’s offense, and once he has a head of steam going he is a strong downhill runner. He is #27 on our current charts amongst RBs but will certainly move up even more as we move towards opening day. He’s a week 1 start. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:48:57 |
| Blount, LeGarrette (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Stay away – it’s Martin’s team. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:45:15 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin dominated first team touches and it is clear he will start for the Bucs and be the focal point of their offense. He’s #10 in our rankings update. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:45:15 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Russell Wilson continued his decimation of NFL defenses against the ones this time with 185 yards passing and two TDs in addition to 58 yards rushing. More importantly he led 6 straight scoring drives. I like his quick release, his accuracy, his poise, and the zip on his ball. He has clearly outplayed Flynn in every way, and is obviously the long-term solution, but he won’t have it so easy when DCs begin scheming for him. I have a hard time believing Flynn and his 10 million sit on the bench in week 1 on the road against an AZ team that is 26-14 at home under Whisenhunt, but he has earned it. I won’t believe it until I see Carroll do it. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:43:06 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley has a stranglehold on early down work for the Pats. With Vereen getting hurt tonight, although not seriously, Ridley gets the BJGE role and Woodhead keeps the third down job for now. Ridley is our 20th ranked RB. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:31:39 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon is finally starting to justify the hype. If you think owning a Cleveland receiver can help your team than he is the one. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:24:44 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte dominated touches while running with the first unit for the Bears against the Giants. It’s another indication not to worry about the presence of Michael Bush. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:23:19 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones dominated again. He’s our #2 ranked WR. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:20:37 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams is gaining reps as he gets healthier and healthier. He was drafted to be a split back with Wells, but this situation is wide open and Wells has trouble staying healthy. Williams will share carries with Wells but will have opportunity to earn “hot hand” carries. A nice sleeper because no one is talking about him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-24 22:17:52 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| DMC has the faith of a blind coaching staff that insists they will take off the kid gloves and pound McFadden all over the field. Um, okay boys. While they have amazing faith in McFadden and there is no doubting his talent, McFadden can’t last a full season. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:49:53 |
| Lynch, Marshawn (RB, Seattle) |
| No news is good news for Lynch as the NFL would likely let Seattle know in the next week whether or not he’ll be suspended. It appears he won’t be for now. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:49:01 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:48:04 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Smith is healthy and will play in this weekend’s preseason game. He’s a top 25 WR and is safe to draft with confidence. He could be top 15 if Flacco has adapted to the no huddle as much as is reported. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:40:37 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure is expected to play Saturday as he moves closer to full health. He is suspended the first two games, but we still like him to have the most value in the Detroit backfield once he gets back from his suspension. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:38:40 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Adam Schefter reports that Matt Flynn may not win the starting job if Russell Wilson plays well in his start with the ones. I can’t conceive this franchise chooses a rookie over a quality NFL caliber QB with a big contract from some good pre-season performances, but Schefter is closer to the situation than I. I still believe Flynn wins the job, and that Wilson struggles in his start against a first team defense in their dress rehearsal. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:36:45 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson reportedly can win the job with a big performance in his start this week. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:36:45 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten will not require surgery and is one of the NFL’s true tough guys, but temper expectations and be careful as he will be limited early. He may have lost a good deal of conditioning as well being immobile for the past 10 days. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:32:16 |
| Streater, Rod (WR, Oakland) |
| Streater will start for the Raiders in preseason Game 4 with Moore still sidelined. He’s moving up the depth chart and now has to be on the fantasy radar as the Raiders third receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:30:23 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| As the world turns, so are the days of MJD’s life. Today he said he was willing to kiss and makeup after saying yesterday he was fed up and wanted to see other people. The soap opera continues but the answer remains the same – MJD is a high risk and if you take him you must take Jennings as well. |
| Updated: 2012-08-22 22:17:55 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:45:09 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson gets the start in exhibition game 3 and too much is being made of it. Flynn starts week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:38:18 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace plans to report this weekend and will be active Week 1. He is very low in ADP right now and I love him as a great draft day value play. He is still one of the more talented wideouts in the league, and has extra value in leagues that reward longer TDs with bonus points. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:37:24 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson will not play in either of Minnesota’s final two pre-season games but is expected to be active and full go for week 1. It’s a long season folks, don’t pass on him but be prepared for a split workload in the opening week or two. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:37:07 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Tendonitis in his knee will force him into the ice bath and limit him in practices but he should be ready for week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:36:51 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Ncks has resumed practicing and will be ready for week 1. He may not play in the next pre-season game but it won’t affect his week 1 status. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:36:03 |
| Romo, Tony (QB, Dallas) |
| Romo’s early season value takes a hit with Bryant and Austin both banged up, Witten unlikely to be cleared, and no real threat in the slot. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:30:29 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray should see an enormous workload for the ‘Boys until he gets hurt. He’ll be a top 5 back until he does. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:30:29 |
| Phillips, John (TE, Dallas) |
| Phillips has to be considered with Witten temporarily shelved. If Witten misses extended time Phillips is a top 20, possibly top 15 TE. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:30:29 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Austin won’t play the rest of the pre-season but willl be ready for week 1. We see him as too big an injury risk to watse any good picks. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:30:29 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Will make his pre-season debut in game 3 this week. He’s being pushed for touches by Ryan Williams. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:18:32 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick had no serious damage and will be ready to start week 1. We are keeping him in our top 10. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:15:45 |
| James, LaMichael (RB, San Francisco) |
| James is back at practice and is a fine dynasty league pick. He’ll have limited value as a flex play in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:14:32 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| Oh boy. MJD is now emotionally hurt, offended, and feels unappreciated. Study Jacksonville ownership and management as the most moronic crew in the modern NFL. Jennings is tough, but has been hurt every season he has played. MJD is the face of the franchse and played hurt all last year for a crappy team knowing, he thought, he would be rewarded. He won’t be in the Jags locker room anytime soon and his fantasy value is going down rapidly. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:12:54 |
| Rice, Sidney (WR, Seattle) |
| Rice returned to practice and had his first contact of the year. Until he proves he can get through a game or two he isn’t draftable. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:02:09 |
| Baldwin, Doug (WR, Seattle) |
| Pete Carroll revealed that Baldwin had a procedure done on his hammy to “clean things up.” He should be fine for week 1 and remains the Seahawks slot receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 21:02:09 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Jennings will vault up our next rankings update as MJD’s holdout gets worse and more likely to continue into the regular season. |
| Updated: 2012-08-21 15:29:01 |
| Cousins, Kirk (QB, Washington) |
| No, he isn’t replacing Griffin. He’s not even replacing Grossman. Relax. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 21:10:32 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Soreness in both achilles is keeping Helu out of practice. Evan Royster has a lock on the starting job and Alfred Morris may even be ahead of Helu on the depth chart. Helu is not draftable right now unless you can sit and wait on him – knowing Shanahan he’ll get a chance at some point this year if/when he gets healthy. But an injured back in a RBBC is not someone you want. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 21:10:32 |
| Martin, Keshawn (WR, Houston) |
| Martin continues to separate himself in the race for the third receiver spot and is now pushing Walter for a starting spot. He’s a sleeper and is likely to be worth a flex play once bye weeks begin. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 21:05:49 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| As expected, Tannehill was named the Dolphins starting QB on Tuesday. He’s at #25 on our rankings board and is a strong keeper league pickup. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:57:54 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley played and ran hard and was clearly the best back the Patriots have. It’s a good sign for his mental toughness and character that he played through his knee injury. He’ll lead the Pats in RB touches. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:54:52 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen struggled between the tackles but looked good catching the ball out of the backfield. He’ll challenge Woodhead for 3rd down work. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:54:52 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| I hate hate hate writing this, but I am going to have to downgrade Vick immediately. I thought he may be low at #6, but after watching him play again it is clear he won’t do the things he needs to do to stay healthy. He has been knocked out of two pre-season games out of two, and it only gets more serious in the regular season. He is still a top 10 QB, and could be top 5 if he remains healthy, but he is simply too injury prone and careless with his body to justify a top selection. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:47:59 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Foles is definitely impressing and likely to win the #2 QB job behind Vick – meaning he should get a few starts. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:47:59 |
| McCoy, LeSean (RB, Philadelphia) |
| McCoy was McCoy. He looks as good as ever and is our #2 RB and recommended #2 overall pick in most leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:47:59 |
| Jackson, DeSean (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Jackson looked spry and hungry and wil be moving up slightly on our charts. He’s a top 10 talent but a top 25 fantasy receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:47:59 |
| Ware, D.J. (RB, NY Giants) |
| Stay away. His role in the pre-season will not come close to his role in the real season. If the Giants had any real confidence in him they would not have drafted Wilson. He’s also very injury prone despite being relatively healthy last year. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:06:47 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Giants first-round RB David Wilson worked with the first-team offense during Monday’s practice. People have been freaking out because he hasn’t been playing with the first unit in Preseason games, but Wilson has immediate value with tremendous upside. Dr. Moneyball loves this kid. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 20:06:47 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Hasselbeck will back up Locker and should be taken off your draft boards if he wasn’t already. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 09:31:33 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker was named the Titans starting QB. It was expected so he doesn’t move in our rankings. He’s top 25 for now. |
| Updated: 2012-08-20 09:31:33 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| In a sad but predictable outcome, it looks like Collie has another concussion after being hit in the head by a Larry Foote forearm. Collie has great talent, but cannot stay healthy and has remained low on our charts because of this. He’s not draftable even if he gets healthy because this is a sign of things to come. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:13:52 |
| Luck, Andrew (QB, Indianapolis) |
| Last year I hyped Cam Newton as a legit fantasy starter, but kept him too low even though we had him higher than everyone else. Might be doing the same with Luck – and he’s at 13. If you just read the statline and missed the game, you are getting bad info. Luck threw a bad pick 6 early, but rebounded with pure fantasy stud character. The second INT was TY Hilton’s fault when he bobbled a perfect strike into the hands of the defense. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:12:38 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley has a slight knee injury and is missing some practice time. Vereen will get some heat, but we still like Ridley to dominate New England’s RB touches. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:08:10 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer performed admirably with over 5 yards a carry. He will cut into Redman’s work which means little fantasy value for both. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:04:29 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| The Steelers believe Mendy will be ready for Week 5. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:04:29 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey may have suffered a concussion, and this makes us worry he could be the next Jahvid Best. He should still win the 3rd down job and get some slot opportunities. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:04:29 |
| Brown, Antonio (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Brown showed everyone why the hype is so great with a stellar prime time performance. I absolutely hate seeing him do a flip into the endzone for no reason – it’s a great way to get hurt. But Brown is a top 15 WR for 2012, possibly top 10. Draft him early with confidence. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 23:04:29 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Austin’s hammy continues to give him trouble. Be very afraid. Rumor has it week 1 is in jeopardy. With so many good WRs available, we are passing on him. He remains a top talent. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:59:55 |
| Ogletree, Kevin (WR, Dallas) |
| Ogletree appears to be the leader to win the Cowboys 3rd WR spot. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:59:55 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Bradshaw has a hand contusion and will be fine after a few missed practices. It’s a reminder that he is injury prone and that you must handcuff him with David Wilson. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:57:02 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Already Bradshaw is banged up, so David Wilson becomes more and more attractive. He’s safe to start as a flex play week 1, and will have serious impact mid year. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:57:02 |
| Demps, Jeff (RB, New England) |
| Where does a silver medalist go? He’s a Patriot, of course. Silver goes well with Golden Boy Brady, but Demps will be relegated to spot duty and returns this season. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:54:44 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is ahead of schedule in his recovery. He currrently sits 12th in our rankings but will crack the top 10 in the midweek update. Again, the injury was to clean out loose particles, it is not a structural issue so he incurred no re-injury risk and to the contrary will not get the recurring swelling he was experiencing after playing. He would not have had the surgery during the season, he would have played through it. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:52:17 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon has failed to impress thus far in 2 pre-season games. We’re backing off slightly but he remains an intriguing prospect in dynasty leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:52:17 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks is unlikely to be ready for week 1. He’s a non-factor now anyway as the signing of Benson signified the end of the James Starks experiment. One of our pre-season sleepers originally, he’s now completely off our draft boards. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:48:18 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure returned to practice and is certain to become the Lions goal line back, and possibly featured back Week 3. They drafted him to be the between the tackles and all around back last year, and with only Kevin Smith in front of him we like LeShoure as a a significant sleeper. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:43:24 |
| Ponder, Christian (QB, Minnesota) |
| Do not pick Christian Ponder. Sure he looks good in the pre-season without schemes designed to stop him. But it is his throwing himself head first into backers that concerns me most. He’s always been injury prone and a big hit is coming. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:38:17 |
| Webb, Joe (QB, Minnesota) |
| I love Joe Webb. Saying it again. Take a last round flier on him and park him on reserve until he gets the starting job around week 5. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:38:17 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson is expected to suit up for Friday’s preseason game. He’s a ridiculous freak of nature and we have him 6th on our RB lists. We continue to remind you to steal him early. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:38:17 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson looks to be the starter on opening day for Green Bay. He’s draftable as a top 36 back, probably best as a flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:34:07 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Jennings returned to practice. He’s our #5 WR and is safe to draft. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:34:07 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson continues to dominate, we have moved him into our top 10 amongst WRs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:34:07 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Everyone is talking about how nice Vick Ballard looks, but Brown averaged more than 5 yards a carry against the Steelers first team defense. He’s the starter and a top 36 RB. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:30:16 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard ran strong and looks like a good short yardage option. He won’t have much fantasy value unless Brown falters badly. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:30:16 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Avery will get a chance to fill Collie’s position if he gets healthy enough fast enough. Hilton proved he isn’t ready for the job. |
| Updated: 2012-08-19 22:30:16 |
| Morris, Alfred (RB, Washington) |
| Morris got most of the first team touches and is now a candidate to be part of the committee at the goal line. With Shanahan, as we continue to say, nothing is certain so this is a fantasy situation to avoid. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 20:22:39 |
| Brown, Vincent (WR, San Diego) |
| I told you stay away from Vincent Brown despite his pre-season production, and he proved me right tonight going down with what looks to be a serious ankle injury. Eddie Royal’s value gets a bump with this news. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 20:20:30 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning is showing great progress and more importantly, no abnormal soreness. The stats are misleading as Tamme dropped an easy TD – his health is all you should be concerned about now. He is #12 in our most recent rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 20:18:56 |
| Hunter, Kendall (RB, San Francisco) |
| Hunter performed well again and has been the 49ers best back in camp. With injuries to Jacobs and James tonight, Hunter wil appear in our top 60 in the next update. We still don’t like any Niners backs because of the deep RBBC. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 20:17:27 |
| Goodson, Mike (RB, Oakland) |
| We still like Goodson to have some fantasy value as the handcuff to McFadden. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 12:10:41 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton should win the competition for AZ quarterback. He’s a borderline pick in 12 team leagues with 2 QB’s on the roster. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 11:52:42 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Wells does not look healthy. His slow recovery is a reminder why Ryan Williams remains a tremendous sleeper candidate. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 11:52:42 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| I’m taking more heat on McFadden being only top 20, but I stand by it. If you want McFadden know you will get great performances in the games he plays, but will have one partial game and then no player. If Goodson as a handcuff is good enough for you for 6 solid weeks, then draft DMC. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 11:48:19 |
| Streater, Rod (WR, Oakland) |
| Streater now has a good chance to start for the Raiders in three wides at the very least. With Jacoby Ford down and Denarius Moore continuing to struggle with injuries, Streater has surpassed OTA hero Juron Criner on the depth charts. He’s a legitimate sleeper now and will appear on our rankings update mid-week. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 11:48:19 |
| Johnson, Chris (RB, Tennessee) |
| 2 TD’s, 4 runs out of 10 carries over 10 yards, and a general “I am CJ2000″ look about him. Haters keep hatin’, wise men draft him 3rd overall – yes – ahead of Ray Rice. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 01:04:26 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker was awful but is still on track to be the Tennessee starter. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 01:02:30 |
| Blount, LeGarrette (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Blount suffered a groin injury and will miss some practice time but it is not believed to be serious. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 01:00:38 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin keeps showing amazing skills and 3 down back ability. With Blount hurt his reps will increase and our belief in him goes up as well. He’s #9 amongst RBs in our newest rankings launched Saturday the 18th. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 01:00:38 |
| Ford, Jacoby (WR, Oakland) |
| Ford hurt his foot and this is a major concern because he missed many games last year with the same injury. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:58:30 |
| Ponder, Christian (QB, Minnesota) |
| Ponder was outstanding – so let someone else make the mistake of taking him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:56:58 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| There was concern that Rudolph suffered a concussion but he passed all baseline tests. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:56:58 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb was awful again in this pre-season game and will likely lose his starting job to John Skelton this week. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:54:00 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams had a nice 5 yards per carry but that is totally irrelevant. What matters is he looked healthy and had no problems with his cuts. He’ll be a 1B to Beanie Wells’ 1A. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:54:00 |
| Blackmon, Justin (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Blackmon finally got on the field and was immediately Blaine Gabbert’s favorite target. He isn’t moving in our rankings yet – mainly because of his QB. |
| Updated: 2012-08-18 00:50:57 |
| Bowe, Dwayne (WR, Kansas City) |
| Bowe signed and will report to camp. He’ll make a big leap in our new rankings tonight. |
| Updated: 2012-08-17 11:28:02 |
| Best, Jahvid (RB, Detroit) |
| Best was placed on the PUP and is out at least the first 6 weeks of the regular season. We’ve had him at the bottom of draft lists – we don’t believe he’ll have any sustainability at all. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:58:50 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey is now one of our favorite rookie sleepers. He is slated for a good deal of work already and with Redman getting hurt he will get every chance to prove he can handle between the tackle work as well, Flex value immediately in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:58:29 |
| Smith, Steve (WR, St. Louis) |
| Smith is rapidly moving up the depth chart as it looks like he has regained his form. He’s likely to open up the season as a starter. He’ll need someone to stretch the field to help him make an impact, but he is worth keeping an eye on. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:56:21 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer will get increased reps with Redman banged up. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:50:49 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman is MRI bound Thursday. Doc Money says he’s always hurt, go another way. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:50:49 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure is still a great bet to be a successful sleeper as only Kevin Smith is ahead of him and can’t handle a full workload. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:45:15 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| Smith is set for a big workload until LeShoure returns. He’s injury prone, but he produces when he’s in the lineup. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:45:15 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young continues to wow everyone at camp and is moving up our rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:45:15 |
| Phillips, John (TE, Dallas) |
| Phillips now has some sleeper value as Witten is unlikely to be ready for game 1 and could suffer all season. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:39:12 |
| Witten, Jason (TE, Dallas) |
| Witten suffered a lacerated spleen, and could be out as little as two weeks or as long as 3 months. We’re downgrading him because the team will be very careful with any injury to internal organs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:39:12 |
| Austin, Miles (WR, Dallas) |
| Should return to practice next week. Going low in drafts but he’s very undependable because of that hammy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:39:12 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton is pushing Kolb to the point the coaching staff has called Kolb out on two-week notice. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:32:15 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb is being given two weeks to prove he deserves his job. He’s fantasy irrelevant even if he does keep it. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:32:15 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Wells returned to practice and looked far from game ready. He should be fine by week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-08-16 00:32:15 |
| Wallace, Roberto (WR, Miami) |
| Don’t believe the hype. The most logical scenario is Miami brings in a veteran. If not, then Wallace may have a big game or two until DCs get some film on him. He’s got physical tools but lacks technique. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:28:03 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss is not expected to play “starter’s snap counts” as the 49ers try to maximize his impact. He isn’t changing in our rankings, he’s simply a high points per play fantasy prospect with greater value in leagues that give bonuses for longer TD’s. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:26:25 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins was awful. Harbaugh is a good coach to stand up for this guy the way he did. He still can’t keep his feet and he showed a good case of the dropsies as well. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:22:51 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| AP is practicing with the first team and appears to be AP. He is going in the second round of most drafts and is an absolute steal. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:19:19 |
| Johnson (85), Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Johnson was released by the Dolphins after he allegedly head-butted his wife. He says she head butted him after finding a receipt for condoms in his trunk. Any man who is married sees this as a logical and justifiable act by her, if that story sticks. So Chad’s gone and will likely face an NFL suspension if some team tries to sign him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:06:56 |
| Bess, Davone (WR, Miami) |
| Bess is a real NFL receiver. The rest of the Dolphins, not so much yet. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:06:56 |
| Hartline, Brian (WR, Miami) |
| Can’t get healthy, can’t stay healthy. When healthy he’s average. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:06:56 |
| Cunningham, B.J. (WR, Miami) |
| Now likely to make the roster. A Deep Sleeper with value in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 01:06:56 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| With everyone around him injured or coming back from injury, Benson looks to be rosterable. He’ll get no less than half of the RB touches, and if he gets some momentum going he could get a lot of work. Holes are bigger when Aaron Rodgers, Jordy Nelson, and Greg Jennings are on the field daring you to put another defender on the line. Benson actually has a great chance for success in this offense between the tackles. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:59:33 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| If Green proves fully recovered he could end up sharing significant snaps with Benson. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:59:33 |
| Luck, Andrew (QB, Indianapolis) |
| Ridiculous. Nails. Draft him in every keeper league early, and feel confident starting him week 1 in 12 team draft leagues. His physical traits at the combine were superior to Cam Newton’s. He’s a precision passer, a pocket jumper when needed, and feels the rush. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:54:59 |
| Carter, Delone (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Played hard mixed in with the first unit, had a TD, but left banged up and will miss reps. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:54:59 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| The Taz Man loveth! @fantasytaz thinks Collie is in for a huge year. I argue he’s in for a few huge games before he gets hurt. He played exclusively on the outside and flourished. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:54:59 |
| Cribbs, Joshua (WR, Cleveland) |
| Cribbs could have value even in leagues without return yards with Massaquoi concussed and Rookie Josh Gordon still catching up. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:46:39 |
| Benjamin, Travis (WR, Cleveland) |
| Benjamin looked like the best athlete on the Browns offense in his first game action and could steal some value with Massaquoi down. He’ll get more reps and a chance to win snaps against Josh Gordon. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:46:39 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Has all the tools but hasn’t put it together yet on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-08-13 00:46:39 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Hasselbeck got the start in the Tennessee opener, but did nothing to seize the job. Locker wasn’t much better, so it’s still a toss up. We expect Locker to win the job. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:36:56 |
| Stewart, Jonathan (RB, Carolina) |
| Stewart signed a long-term deal with the Panthers and is a must-take in Dynasty leagues. He’ll have value this season but in 2013 and beyond he could be a top 10 back. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:20:49 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Flynn looked very comfortable and was clearly under orders from the coaches to work on the short passing routes going 11 of 13. He didn’t take any deep shots, but proved to all the haters he is going to win the job. Ignore Wilson’s inflated stats. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:20:21 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson was great against 2nd and 3rd team talent. Wilson is an intriguing keeper league prospect, but will learn behind Flynn this season. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:16:53 |
| Collie, Austin (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Collie has been playing primarily on the outside in an effort to minimize big hits. We’re not confident in his ability to stay healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:11:44 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson is expected to be activated from the PUP and at practice on Tuesday. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:10:13 |
| Johnson (85), Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Johnson was arrested for domestic violence in a sad story that defies logic. He has always been a character, but this is the first time he’s had any character issues. The Dolphins may cut him, the NFL is likely to take action regardless if he is convicted or not. It’s a situation to watch because he was the number one WR here. And having a wifebeater on your team never feels good. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:05:52 |
| Wallace, Roberto (WR, Miami) |
| Wallace may get a chance for more snaps now that Ocho went loco. He performed well in the pre-season opener and is on the fantasy radar while the Chad Johnson situation gets sorted out. |
| Updated: 2012-08-11 23:05:52 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-11 13:24:55 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Ryan Tannehill, David Wilson, and Doug Martin all showed incredible upside tonight. They’ll be amongst our biggest movers in the Saturday rankings update. Don’t forget to listen to the podcast to hear our take on many more players and follow us on twitter @fantasyinsights. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:10:25 |
| Tate, Brandon (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Tate has been the forgotten man in the Bengals WR competition, but he had first team snaps and did something with them. Tate looked surprisingly like a real receiver. It’s possible he has finally learned how run routes. He has too much competition from Binns and Sanu to draft with confidence, but he is worth a last round flier in deeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:07:48 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| All indications are that Wallace will report soon. He’s a great draft day value play right now – he’s still a top 15 talent at worst. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:07:26 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks will see his value plunge to nothing with the signing of Cedric Benson. Alex Green and Brandon Saine are likely to see more chances now than Starks. Signing Cedric Benson means you have given up on a player. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:06:35 |
| Clay, Charles (RB, Miami) |
| Clay has been a Dolphin’s tale at camp playing a lot of Tight End, and he’s now a viable sleeper because of his rapport with Tannehill and Philbin’s commitment to get him touches. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:06:09 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| Tannehill has an absolute rocket and no fear in the pocket. I don’t see how he doesn’t start week 1,so he will shoot up our rankings tomorrow. Tannehill did his damage against second and third teamers, but he has all the tools and poise to be successful for years to come. I was a hater before I saw his cool and his gun in game action. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:05:47 |
| Moore, Matt (QB, Miami) |
| Moore did nothing to convince anyone he should be starting over a prized rookie with a golden arm. Even if he gets Week 1, Tannehill showed his talent tonight and will have the job soon. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:04:30 |
| Ponder, Christian (QB, Minnesota) |
| Ponder has been all the rage if you listen to Vikings’ players and beat writers, but this is why you can’t really trust practice reports. Ponder is Ponder, just slightly better. But he also has full film available to DC’s who will punish him weekly. Joe Webb will get a chance to start at some point. Ponder just isn’t that good. But even if successful, my disdain for him as a fantasy QB is more due to his injury history, so I am passing on him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:03:55 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson was as advertised averaging over 8 yards per touch and accumulating 58 return yards. He is moving up our draft boards as well because he will have a significant role even if Ahmad Bradshaw does miraculously stay healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:02:23 |
| McKnight, Joe (RB, NY Jets) |
| McKnight won round one of his battle for carries with Bilal Powell, another practice phenom. On game day Powell has yet to prove it, and got knocked so far back on an attempted block it looked like he was a child. McKnight will have a solid role and is worth a bye week flex play. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:01:25 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| Tim, Mark. Mark, Tim. Uma, Oprah, Oprah, Uma. Tebow was Tebow and Sanchez was Sanchez. Yawn. I love Tebow and think he’s the QB to own longer term – Sanchez just isn’t dynamic. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:00:31 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin is obviously low at 13 and will emerge as a top 10 back in our newest rankings. While other sites are buying in to the Blount hype, we are not. Martin has the potential to be a top 5 fantasy back this year, and certainly in keeper leagues for years to come. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 22:00:04 |
| Blount, LeGarrette (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Ignore his starting job in this game, he cannot possibly hold off Doug Martin. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:59:11 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Again, draft Flynn with confidence. He will be the starter opening day and is going well below his value. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:56:58 |
| Jacobs, Brandon (RB, San Francisco) |
| Jacobs earned a roster spot already and proved that the 49ers are going to use all 4 backs, hence killing the fantasy value for all of them. Gore puts up the best stats, but he’ll lose a lot of touches. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:55:48 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell took a step back getting pancaked on a block and running with timidity. McKnight outplayed him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:53:48 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Green Bay) |
| Benson immediately gains value in TD only leagues, but Alex Green is the biggest early beneficiary. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:48:04 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| Green will get first team snaps until Benson gets assimilated. He has a chance to win a large share of snaps if he performs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:48:04 |
| Webb, Joe (QB, Minnesota) |
| I love Joe Webb. Just sayin’. When he goes off later in the year and is the most added player just remember who loves ya, Joe Webb. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:43:07 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles made it through week one unphased after limited action. He’s a great draft day value. We have no concerns about his health, just about Hillis taking TDs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:39:04 |
| Gabbert, Blaine (QB, Jacksonville) |
| Watching Blaine Gabbert see a pass rush is like watching Shaggy and Scooby see ghosts. Gabbert has no chance for success because he is genuinely frightened and obsessed with the pass rush around him. He’s not a prospect and a fantasy value killer for the skill players around him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:26:47 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden was awful, as expected. Don’t even think about it, even if you are a Cleveland homer with tickets in the Dawg pound. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:25:02 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| I’m now writing two days in a row about Chris Rainey. Mendenhall isn’t coming back soon, Dwyer has a shoulder injury, and Rainey is the only real playmaker of the bunch. Now he gets more reps and locks up the third down back role sharing snaps with Redman. He’ll move up significantly in our Saturday rankings update. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 21:23:34 |
| Garrard, David (QB, Miami) |
| Garrard is out about 4 weeks after having a knee surgery today. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 16:13:06 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Free Agent) |
| Benson will reportedly sign with the Packers, which is more of a condemnation of Starks than anything else. He should get some early down work if the signing does materialize. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 16:11:43 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Our take on Trent Richardson, Ryan Mathews, and even MJD is that they all make for good draft day values. MJD is scary because he could feasibly sit out the season, and will likely start slow even if he doesn’t. Richardson’s injury isn’t a concern, it’s not structural. We’re more concerned about Mathews because this broken clavicle reinforces his reputation as missing Tony Dungy’s most valued ability – availability. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:14:13 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning looked healthy enough and left on his own two feet. He’ll practice this week. That’s all that matters. 4-7, 41 yards and an INT are irrelevant. He’s not Peyton Manning yet but he will be soon. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:10:12 |
| Brown, Vincent (WR, San Diego) |
| Brown put up a huge opener which means absolutely nothing. He did his damage against 2nd and 3rd string corners. Brown is a nice sleeper, but will only get a chance for consistent snaps if Meachem goes down and/or Royal can’t get healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:07:42 |
| Foles, Nick (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Foles made a strong argument for consideration in deeper dynasty leagues . . . Doc Money likes his future potential. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:07:04 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Julio Jones went berserk in the first quarter with over 100 yards and a TD showing that all of the pre-season hype is justified. He’s the league’s next great receiver along with the Johnsons and Fitz. He’s our #4 ranked WR for 2012 behind only those 3. A.J. Green will weigh in to the top 5 race at some point. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:06:25 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RGIII delivered on the hype and was unphased by pro-game speed. He remains our #14 QB. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:04:33 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Helu saw only second team work and is now behind Royster on the most meaningless depth chart in the league. Shanny could change his mind at any time because the only real back here is Helu. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:04:33 |
| Royster, Evan (RB, Washington) |
| Royster failed to impress at 3 yards a carry running with the first team. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:04:33 |
| Garcon, Pierre (WR, Washington) |
| Garcon justified his top 25 ranking with 58 yards and a TD. He was clearly Griffin III’s favorite target. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:04:33 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley dominated first team work and rushed for over 5 yards a carry. All indications are he will be a top 25 back. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 01:00:13 |
| Rodgers, Jacquizz (RB, Atlanta) |
| Quizz justified the early talk and is certain to see his ADP rise as he was clearly part of the Falcons first-team plan. He should see 30-40% of the touches in that backfield based on how they operated tonight on the heels of all the talk about how they will split work between Rodgers and Turner. He’s more valuable in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:53:31 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner looks to be decreasing in value in PPR leagues and should only maintain real value in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:53:31 |
| Rainey, Chris (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Rainey drew first blood as the new rookie sleeper getting time as the #2 back for Pittsburgh and catching a long TD. He’ll be used much like Dexter McCluster was in KC. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:49:00 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick is fine after suffering a thumb contusion after hitting his hand on a helmet. It’s a reminder why he’ll be available later in drafts. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:46:41 |
| Lewis, Dion (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Lewis played well but suffered an injury with a tweaked hamstring. He is in a crowded competition and can’t afford to miss much time with Brown and Chris Polk breathing down his neck. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:46:41 |
| Brown, Bryce (RB, Philadelphia) |
| Brown was impressive filling in for Dion Lewis and will push to earn snaps behind McCoy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:46:41 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Maclin pulled up lame in pre-game warm ups. The extent of his hamstring injury isn’t known yet, but these things linger – just ask Miles Austin. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:46:41 |
| Dickson, Ed (TE, Baltimore) |
| Dickson injured his shoulder and now is in jeopardy for week 1. He’s no better than our 23rd TE and should be avoided. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:40:47 |
| Smith, Torrey (WR, Baltimore) |
| Torrey Smith left the exhibition opener with a sprained ankle. He’s expected to be ready for the season opener. This injury likely reduces his draft position and auction price. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:40:47 |
| Brown, Ronnie (RB, San Diego) |
| Brown gets next man up status in San Diego until Ryan Mathews returns from his clavicle injury. Brown is a viable flex play Week 1 and possibly Week 2, but he’s not Mathews. He’s not even Ronnie Brown anymore. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:35:42 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews big off-season conditioning program did nothing to change the durability comncerns that kept him out of our top 5 RB’s. He becomes a draft day value play after breaking his clavicle. He’ll miss 4-6 weeks and will have a reduced snap count. He and Trent Richardson are now likely to be draft day bargains, but durability will always be an issue. |
| Updated: 2012-08-10 00:35:42 |
| Royster, Evan (RB, Washington) |
| Royster continues to gain momentum as the lead back in the RBBC. This seems awfully far to go to motivate Helu. The most likely scenario at this point is Royster the workhorse with Helu the third down back. Royster is moving up. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 18:41:50 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson will likely be ready for Week 1 and all indications are this is not a structural issue. With that said, we have to believe he will be on a serious snap count in the first 3-4 games. He’s now our #12 ranked back. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 18:39:23 |
| Binns, Armon (WR, Cincinnati) |
| After visiting Bengals camp, CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco believes Armon Binns is the “early favorite” to start opposite A.J. Green. Dr. Moneyball agrees, but Sanu will be in the mix as well. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 18:36:53 |
| Nelson, Jordy (WR, Green Bay) |
| Nelson has looked stellar at camp, and although he is unlikely to match his TD total of last year, he’ll be as reliable a starting WR as there is. An obvious start in all leagues every week. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:37:56 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson remains on track to start in week 1. He’ll be on a snap count, but is safe to draft, especially in keeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:35:47 |
| Martin, Keshawn (WR, Houston) |
| Martin appears to be on course to win the Texans 3rd WR spot. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:33:06 |
| Hardesty, Montario (RB, Cleveland) |
| Hardesty gets a bump for early season value as Trent Richardson heads to have a knee scope. Richardson seizes the job upon his return, regardless of how well Hardesty plays. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:31:21 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson is expected to get his surgically repaired knee scoped to get rid of loose particles. While it doesn’t affect his keeper league status at all, he is dropping from 6 to below 10 on our charts. He’s a great value play now in keeper leagues, but he no longer looks to be the bellcow they were promoting. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:30:13 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Wilson is already listed at the primary backup to Bradshaw. He could have Sproles-light impact as a rookie and is an excellent play for keeper leagues. His blocking ability will keep him on the field and he’ll get Bradshaw’s snaps when he inevitably goes down with short term injuries. |
| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:27:03 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-08 14:26:45 |
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| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:29:39 |
| Owens, Terrell (WR, Seattle) |
| T.O. signed with the Seahawks and ran a 4.5 40 yard dash. He is still T.O., which means production and headaches. He’ll likely start. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:28:10 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin devotees got a gift when Schiano listed Blount atop the first depth chart. Martin wins the job easily and could very well be a top 10 back. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:25:58 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Flynn is listed as the starter as expected. He’s our 21 ranked QB and with the additions of T.O. and Braylon Edwards his value continues to increase. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:24:57 |
| Olsen, Greg (TE, Carolina) |
| Olsen is emerging as a top TE as Newton is increasingly comfortable throwing to him. He’s off most owners’ radar so he is an excellent late round or end of auction value play. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:24:47 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Wells was activated from the PUP and will begin practicing with an eye towards an August 17 game appearance. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:17:55 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Richardson will sit out the pre-season opener with a sore knee. No one in Cleveland seems concerned. He’s our 6th ranked back so any bad news only helps get him at value. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 22:11:56 |
| Blount, LeGarrette (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Blount is listed atop the first depth chart, but Doug Martin is still getting the bulk of first team reps. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:57:06 |
| Royster, Evan (RB, Washington) |
| Royster continues to draw praise and may very well lead the RBBC in Washington. We still like Helu better, but this situation is becoming one to avoid, or to sit on if you have the roster space. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:52:59 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| LaFell has stood out in camp because of a unique rapport with Cam Newton. LaFell is a sleeper but too inconsistent to bank on early. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:51:29 |
| McKnight, Joe (RB, NY Jets) |
| McKnight is still the #2 RB, but Powell is pushing for snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:30:18 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell is third on the depth chart but reports say he is the best back in camp. He is rapidly becoming a sleeper candidate. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:30:18 |
| Hill, Stephen (WR, NY Jets) |
| Hill opened camp as a starter opposite Santonio Holmes. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:30:18 |
| Goodson, Mike (RB, Oakland) |
| Goodson gave everyone quite a scare with a neck injury, but he has already been released from the hospital and is back at camp. He looks fine to win the Raiders #2 job and share snaps with Taiwan Jones. He’s our recommended handcuff to McFadden. |
| Updated: 2012-08-07 21:11:31 |
| Jenkins, Michael (WR, Minnesota) |
| Jenkins is still not fully healed. Greg Childs getting cut helps his chances at a roster spot, but the Vikes look prepared to move past him. He won’t have any fantasy value, even before Jerome Simpson returns from suspension. |
| Updated: 2012-08-06 13:55:16 |
| Owens, Terrell (WR, Free Agent) |
| Owens worked out for the Seahawks on Monday and is expected to land a contract. The Seahawks opening day starters could include bot Owens and Edwards running with Sidney Rice. |
| Updated: 2012-08-06 13:51:33 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| With Best not yet cleared to play and LeShoure still getting back to full speed and suspended for two games, Kevin Smith is the Lions featured back for at least weeks 1 and 2. he will hold a significant role in the offense until he gets hurt again, which is coming soon. |
| Updated: 2012-08-06 13:49:25 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| The Browns confirmed the worst kept secret in the NFL – Weeden will be the starting QB week 1. He is the #32 starting QB at best. Gabbert gets the 31 spot based on not being a rookie. Weeden will take time to mature, regardless of how old he is. |
| Updated: 2012-08-06 13:47:33 |
| Jennings, Greg (WR, Green Bay) |
| Coach Mike McCarthy revealed Sunday night that Greg Jennings suffered a concussion in the Packers’ pre-exhibition season scrimmage. |
| Updated: 2012-08-05 20:51:34 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Gresham will be a large part of the Bengals offensive plan in the middle of the field in order to open things up for A.J. Green on the outside. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:40:28 |
| James, LaMichael (RB, San Francisco) |
| James was singled out by OC Greg Roman as someone who has the ability to run between the tackles. If the 49ers believe this, James will become the clear #2 RB in SFO almost immeidately and becomes a possible flex play early in the year. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:39:20 |
| Greene, Shonn (RB, NY Jets) |
| Greene’s stock is falling as Joe McKnight and Bilal Powell are both in the mix for carries. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:37:45 |
| Powell, Bilal (RB, NY Jets) |
| Powell is pushing for reps in camp after major improvements in the off-season. Greene is unlikely to dominate carries in reality, despite what the Jets want from him. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:37:45 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| Rudolph continues to draw rave reviews in Vikes camp and is now cemented on our charts as a top 15 TE. He could very well end up top 10 based on the hyperbole coming out of Mankato. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:33:19 |
| Childs, Greg (WR, Minnesota) |
| Childs is expected to win the starting job opposite Harvin until Jerome Simpson returns from suspension. With bye-weeks not beginning until after Simpson is back, we are certain you can find better options than Childs. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:33:19 |
| Davis, Fred (TE, Washington) |
| Davis has been the most impressive athlete in camp so far. He has always produced when given the snaps and is our 6th ranked TE in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:30:50 |
| Gates, Antonio (TE, San Diego) |
| Gates spry and nimble athleticism have been the talk f Chargers camp so far. All of the TE attention is going to Graham and Gronk, but Gates is still a fantasy stud when healthy and looks poised for a big year. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:28:56 |
| Hernandez, Aaron (TE, New England) Injury: Shoulder Status: Questionable Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Hernandez has been putting in extra work taking handoffs in practice. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:27:08 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant has looked impressive on the field at camp so far and has been personally challenged by Jerry Jones to step it up. Bryant is a tremendous talent but is too erratic to merit top 20 consideration in most leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:25:56 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt is expected to be suspended between 2 and 4 games, but we are more concerned about his knees. While he hass potential for a monster game or two, it’s clear his body can’t withstand the rigors of the NFL and his behavior always puts you at risk. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:23:31 |
| Garrard, David (QB, Miami) |
| Despite Tannehill getting some first team reps lately, Garrard is the clear number 1 in camp so far. With his miniscule contract it is difficult to envision him not being the opening day starter. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:12:26 |
| Toon, Nick (WR, New Orleans) |
| Toon injured his foot in practice and will miss the HOF game Sunday night. It is not expected to affect his position on the depth chart. He remains one of our favorite rookie WR sleepers. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:10:02 |
| Royal, Eddie (WR, San Diego) |
| Despite the hype, Royal went down with a bad groin and will now lose some work to Vincent Brown and Malcom Floyd. |
| Updated: 2012-08-03 14:06:52 |
| Thomas, Demaryius (WR, Denver) |
| Peyton manning gushed about Thomas saying he plans to feature him. Thomas is a rare size/strength blend and Manning will exploit that. Despite all the Manning to Decker hyperbole, Thomas is a bigger threat as long as he is healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-08-02 13:49:10 |
| Brazill, LaVon (WR, Indianapolis) |
| Brazill is seeing first team reps at the starting wideout opposite Reggie Wayne. He’s a speedster and his only real threat on the outside is Donnie Avery. Oft-injured Austin Collie is likely to start. |
| Updated: 2012-08-02 13:47:30 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| All indications are that Housler will unseat Heap as the Cards’ lead pass-catching TE in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-31 11:55:37 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| NFL Network’s Mike Lombardi appeared on Inside Training Camp Live Tuesday and said that he’s “learned” Jake Locker is the favorite to open the season as the Titans’ starting quarterback. Stay tuned. We have both Hasselbeck and Locker in the high 20, low 30 range now, but if this news is confirmed Locker moves up ahead of Bradford, Kolb, Cassel, Alex Smith, Matt Flynn and the like. |
| Updated: 2012-07-31 11:55:26 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles appears to be back in his normal form, looking every bit as fast and versatile as he did before his injury. Hillis will vulture TD’s but Charles remains one of the league’s most explosive backs. |
| Updated: 2012-07-31 11:52:54 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| NFL Network’s Mike Lombardi is admittedly not a fantasy guy but likes Ballard to lead the Colts backfield in touches and success in 2012. We’ll wait to see what he does in training camp, and believe at best he leads a woeful RBBC. |
| Updated: 2012-07-31 11:51:09 |
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| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:49:16 |
| Roberts, Andre (WR, Arizona) |
| Roberts is penciled in as the starter opposite Larry Fitzgerald but is unlikely to keep the job with Michael Floyd pushing him. The Cards can say what they want in practice, but when they need a receiver to take some attention away from Fitz they will have to get Floyd on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:47:51 |
| Logan, Stefan (WR, Detroit) |
| Logan is seeing time as a swing RB/WR in case Jahvid Best isn’t declared fit by Week 1. Kevin Smith is the back to own for weeks one and two. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:43:27 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson got the majority of first team reps at practice Monday, so Fantasy nation is freaking out. It’s not necessary – despite the talk this is simply getting Wilson up to NFL speed and motivating Matt Flynn. Flynn wins the job and is our 19th ranked QB. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:41:15 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon is running with the first team in camp. We like him to challenge Greg Little as the most productive Cleveland receiver, and he is clearly the WR to own on this squad in keeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:39:08 |
| McNutt, Marvin (WR, Philadelphia) |
| McNutt’s chances of getting more redzone work increased with the injury to Riley Cooper. He’ll make a fantasy impact in TD only leagues and will be an adequate bye-week fill-in or flex play as the season progresses. One of FI’s top rookie sleepers. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:38:29 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Vikings coach Leslie Frazier plans to activate Adrian Peterson (knee) from the camp/PUP list in time for some preseason action. Peterson and the Vikes got a scare when AP had a severe allergic reaction to some shellfish, but he’s ok now. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:36:20 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks reported no pain after his first day working out on his surgically repaired foot. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:35:36 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin has been better than advertised at training camp so far and is moving up our rankings charts. He’ll be the Bucs’ featured back and is out of the same mold as MJD and Ray Rice. Martin could be a top 10 back based on all the hype we are seeing so far. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 23:35:21 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin injured his arm or hand in practice and was carted off the field but returned to the sidelines shortly thereafter. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 14:56:10 |
| Pitta, Dennis (TE, Baltimore) |
| Pitta broke his hand and his status for Week 1 is now in doubt. Ed Dickson is the better fantasy option and just got a slight bump with this news. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 14:37:39 |
| Decker, Eric (WR, Denver) |
| All indications are that Decker will be Manning’s go-to receiver after seeing their immediate rapport at camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 12:27:43 |
| Turbin, Robert (RB, Seattle) |
| Turbin has impressed enough that the Seahawks are unlikely to replace Lynch with a veteran back if he does get suspended. Lynch owners in keeper leagues should handcuff him with Turbin, in redraft leagues if you take one take both. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 12:26:40 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| As expected, Ridley has led the Patriots in RB touches so far and looks very much capable of carrying the load. He is definitely the back to own on the Pats, but this is still a situation to avoid. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 12:17:54 |
| Jean, Lestar (WR, Houston) |
| Jean ran with the ones replacing Andre Johnson. It’s a strong indication he is the third WR and has a chance to start opposite AJ with a good camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 12:10:45 |
| Dwyer, Jonathan (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Dwyer has been drawing rave reviews so far in camp as he is in great shape and looks committed to realizing his reputed potential. He’ll open as the #2 to Redman. |
| Updated: 2012-07-30 12:09:36 |
| Hightower, Tim (RB, Washington) |
| Hightower moved with a noticeable limp and Shanahan says he is far from 100%. We still believe Shanny is engaging in patter and Helu runs away with the lead in touches. |
| Updated: 2012-07-27 16:50:51 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin ran with the first unit as expected when camp opened. |
| Updated: 2012-07-27 16:44:32 |
| Johnson (85), Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Chad Johnson opened camp running as the #1WR alongside Bess and Naanee. |
| Updated: 2012-07-27 16:41:24 |
| Best, Jahvid (RB, Detroit) |
| Best has not yet been cleared to play from severe concussions in the last two years. He’ll open on the training camp PUP. |
| Updated: 2012-07-27 16:35:05 |
| Smith, Kevin (RB, Detroit) |
| Kevin Smith will lead Lions RBs in touches until LeShoure returns week 3. Smith is injury prone, but if he produces and remains healthy he will be part of the committee all year. Best is unlikely to last very long, and has not even been cleared for contact yet. |
| Updated: 2012-07-27 16:33:41 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson declared himself 100 percent fit. We fear Spiller cutting in to his production a bit. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:58:39 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace is holding out until he signs a new deal. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:56:35 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| Mularkey began talking about Rashad Jennings as the Jags dig in against MJD who has threatened to hold out all of camp. Jennings is shaping up as a top sleeper as the divide between MJD and the Jags grows. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:54:13 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure was cleared to participate in training camp. This confirms what we already thought – LeShoure could be one of 2012′s best sleeper picks. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:51:33 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Harvin reported to Vikings camp without a holdout. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:49:41 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronk was a full go as camp opened. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:47:44 |
| Ingram, Mark (RB, New Orleans) |
| Ingram was a full go as camp began. He’s a top talent in TD only leagues, but his value is hurt tremendously in PPR leagues due to Sproles. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:43:13 |
| Hester, Devin (WR, Chicago) |
| Hester opened camp as the #2WR opposite Brandon Marshall. We believe strongly that Alshon Jeffery ends up winning the job. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:41:38 |
| Moss, Santana (WR, Washington) |
| Moss ran the slot position on the first day of camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:38:04 |
| Morgan, Josh (WR, Washington) |
| Morgan was healthy enough to start as the #2 WR opposite Garcon on the first day of camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:38:04 |
| Hankerson, Leonard (WR, Washington) |
| Hnakerson opened camp as the Redskins #4 receiver. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:38:04 |
| Bryant, Antonio (WR, Seattle) |
| Seahawks signed Antonio Bryant in a move that defies logic. It’s hard to question Carroll after what he did with Big Mike Williams, but Bryant hasn’t played in a couple years and seems to be a leeser version of Golden Tate at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:36:03 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning reportedly looked extremely sharp on the first day of camp. Manning will undoubtedly perform at a high level and is still a top 10 QB for 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-26 23:31:41 |
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| Updated: 2012-07-23 18:51:39 |
| Jackson, Tarvaris (QB, Seattle) |
| The Seahawks continue to play charades by ceremoniously committing to Tarvaris Jackson for the first snaps of camp. Matt Flynn will start and will be a top 20 QB. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 18:50:22 |
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| Updated: 2012-07-23 18:50:07 |
| Gerhart, Toby (RB, Minnesota) |
| Gerhart says he is in for a big role and that Peterson will come off the bench at the beginning of the year. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 16:28:07 |
| Newton, Cam (QB, Carolina) |
| Newton arrived at Rookie Camp 4 days before veterans are required to report to work with young receivers. Newton committed to being more of a leader this season and is proving it in his actions. Expect vast TD passing improvement and a slight dropoff in rushing TD’s. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 16:27:34 |
| Gronkowski, Rob (TE, New England) Injury: Arm Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Ballard, Jake |
| Gronkowski is expected to be available and ready to go when camp opens Thursday. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 16:20:53 |
| Wilson, David (RB, NY Giants) |
| Eli Manning said Rookie David Wilson is the fastest running back the Giants have had since he has been there. With Ahmad Bradshaw injury prone, Wilson is a candidate for a larger workload as the season goes on and is a nice value in dynasty leagues. He’ll have a role from day 1, but likely will only be a flex play unless Bradshaw goes down. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 14:06:58 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| Rudolph is looking more and more like a starting fantasy TE in 12 team leagues. The Vikes have confirmed he will be the lead receiving TE, and his skill set will allow for a nice sleeper pick in the later rounds. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 14:03:09 |
| Adams, Joe (WR, Carolina) |
| Adams is amongst the rookies Newton is working most closely with in rookie camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 14:01:08 |
| Garrard, David (QB, Miami) |
| C Mike Pouncey says the team is at a different level with Garrard because of his leadership and that he expects Garrard to win the job. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:58:12 |
| Moore, Matt (QB, Miami) |
| Moore appears to be slightly behind Garrard going in to training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:58:12 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Adrian Peterson is likely to be ready and playing in week 1 according to Toby Gerhart, but AP’s workload will be lmited at first and he will spell Gerhart instead of vice versa. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:54:54 |
| Ochocinco, Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Chad Ochocinco changed his name back to Chad Johnson today. We’ll change him in our database shortly after people have been able to read the news here. Be advised he appears on our rankings with 85 in parentheses. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:51:49 |
| Shiancoe, Visanthe (TE, Free Agent) |
| Shiancoe will visit the Eagles. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:45:19 |
| Murphy, Louis (WR, Carolina) |
| Louis Murphy was traded to Carolina. It’s not clear yet where he will fit in but he is a nice complement to Steve Smith and has a chance to eke out some good playing time due to the absence of an established #2. |
| Updated: 2012-07-23 13:17:56 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Kendall Wright now assumes the mantle along with Alshon Jeffery as a top Impact Rookie with the news of Kenny Britt’s DUI on top of the knee surgeries. He’ll start for the Titans and will be in our top 36 in our new rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-07-20 14:55:56 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt was arrested for a DUI and is going to be suspended. In combination with his injuries, he is going to be lowered even more on depth charts. We believe he is undraftable other than as a flier at WR#4 at best right now. Kendall Wright is the far superior fantasy option. |
| Updated: 2012-07-20 14:55:56 |
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| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:22:32 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright was singled out in Mike Nease’s Fantasy Stock Exchange on the podcast today as a sleeper in the absence of Kenny Britt right now. Britt is a true injury concern and rehabbing 2 knee surgeries. Wright looked great in minicamp and has shown the desire and work ethic to get better. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:19:57 |
| Bradshaw, Ahmad (RB, NY Giants) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Play Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Dish and Mike Nease debated Bradshaw’s value today on the pod. Nease thinks Bradshaw’s surgically repaired feet and the improved passing of Eli Manning make Bradshaw less attractive, noting he has only been available for 20 of the last 32 games. Dish is more afraid of David Wilson cutting in to Bradshaw’s carries but still sees him as a starter in 12 team leagues. He’s 21 in FI’s initial rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:17:56 |
| Cruz, Victor (WR, NY Giants) |
| FI Senior Writer Smitty declared that the salsa king is no worse than the number 5 receiver on the board in 2012. FI has him 12 in the initial rankings. Smitty is a talent guru so this is of note. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:16:10 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Little Stevie was singled out by Bob Lung on today’s podcast as a nice undervalued draft day play as a WR#2. His TD production should increase in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:03:32 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams continues to draw praise from Cardinal coaches and is in line to push Beanie Wells for touches. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:01:10 |
| Floyd, Michael (WR, Arizona) |
| Floyd is currently listed as 4th on the WR depth chart but we expect him to be on the field plenty, and certainly in the redzone, from Week 1. A top rookie sleeper. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 18:01:10 |
| Lynch, Marshawn (RB, Seattle) |
| Lynch could feasibly end up without a suspension if there are no aggravating circumstances on his arrest. Goodell can lay down a suspension at his choosing and is likely to use that. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 17:59:19 |
| Ryan, Matt (QB, Atlanta) |
| Bob Lung spoke on the podcast of the consistency ratios of certain players. Matt Ryan was singled out as one of the most consistent QB’s on a weekly basis and an adequate starter in later rounds in 12 man leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 17:57:51 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace and the Steelers are close to finalizing a deal. His contract status should not affect his playability. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 17:56:20 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| FI Senior Writer Mike Nease singled out Isaac Redman as a player on the way up on the podcast today. Mendenhall is likely to open on the PUP giving Redman a good 6 weeks or more of featured status. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 17:56:20 |
| Sanchez, Mark (QB, NY Jets) |
| Sanchez is unlikely to have much fantasy value after reports that he will indeed be in a two-QB offense have surfaced from the Jets. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:57:31 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| Tebow is reportedly going to handle the Jets offense in the redzone. It remains to be seen how he is used but all signs point to his having more fantasy value than Sanchez. If he can get eligibility at RB his value increases greatly. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:57:31 |
| Luck, Andrew (QB, Indianapolis) |
| Luck signed and will be in camp on time. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:53:51 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD is likely to hold out until he gets a new contract – and from Jacksonville’s posturing it appears they are content to let him sit. It’s a mind-boggling move, especially when comparable backs like Rice and Forte just signed deals that make the numbers relatively clear. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:51:44 |
| Jennings, Rashad (RB, Jacksonville) |
| It’s starting to look like Jennings may be in line for the lead back role in Jacksonville if there is no headway made in MJD’s contract extension talks. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:51:44 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| After reviewing more tape on Jeffery, Dr. Moneyball is more certain than ever he makes an immediate NFL impact. He has the size, the hands, and “the three cone time” that indicates he can succeed in the slot and outside. With Brandon marshall on the other side of the field, Jeffery is likely to be the most productive rookie wideout and is a flex play immediately if not more. |
| Updated: 2012-07-19 12:45:11 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| Griffin III signed and will be in camp on time. |
| Updated: 2012-07-18 22:56:24 |
| Morgan, Josh (WR, Washington) |
| Morgan lacked explosion during intial workouts and still must recover fully. This points more and more towards Santana Moss ending up as the starter opposite Pierre Garcon. |
| Updated: 2012-07-18 22:56:24 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Gordon is drawing high praise from NFL GM’s and is likely to emerge as a starter in Cleveland within the first few weeks of the season. |
| Updated: 2012-07-18 22:52:43 |
| Decker, Eric (WR, Denver) |
| Decker is a nice sleeper after attending Larry Fitzgerald’s WR camp. Decker said he feels strong and in command and Peyton Manning will certainly help his production. He has potential to be a WR#2. |
| Updated: 2012-07-18 22:49:46 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews has worked hard in the off season in order to prepare for a larger workload. He’s determined to prove he can be an every down back, and the Chargers are determined to let him. He’s a top 10 RB in any format. |
| Updated: 2012-07-18 22:47:15 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Kenny Britt had a knee scope on his other knee a couple weeks ago. He is not ready yet and his injury history makes him a huge risk with great upside. We have him currently ranked in the high thirties because of his likelihood to miss significant time. |
| Updated: 2012-07-17 15:18:45 |
| Johnson, Andre (WR, Houston) |
| Johnson is reportedly fully healed and ready to go. His ADP is falling we like him as a value play at the top of the board. |
| Updated: 2012-07-17 15:11:13 |
| Schaub, Matt (QB, Houston) |
| Schaub has declared himself 100% fit. |
| Updated: 2012-07-17 15:11:13 |
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| Updated: 2012-07-17 11:18:09 |
| Turbin, Robert (RB, Seattle) |
| Turbin is likely to get the “tough yards” role during whatever suspension Marshawn Lynch receives. He’s now an immediate sleeper moving up depth charts. Proceed with caution as veteran running backs on the waiver wire are aplenty. |
| Updated: 2012-07-17 11:14:57 |
| Washington, Leon (RB, Seattle) |
| Washington’s value will increase slightly as a potential flex play with the Marshawn Lynch suspension forthcoming. Rookie Robert Turbin will be given the first chance at being the lead back – if the suspension is long enough the Seahawks may consider Ryan Grant or Cedric Benson which would not adversely affect Washington. |
| Updated: 2012-07-17 11:14:57 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| Rankings have been updated. Scroll over the “Rankings” tab on the home page for a drop down to one-touch access to the rankings you want. Dish Adams has also posted his latest blog entry: Dreaded Committees of 2012. It’s on the homepage of the site as well. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 23:51:25 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young is expected to return kicks and/or punts for the Lions. He’s a nice value in leagues with return yardage. We like him to win the #2 job in Detroit as well. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 23:36:50 |
| Bryant, Dez (WR, Dallas) |
| Bryant was arrested and then released after being charged with domestic “family violence” in Dallas. It’s another sign that despite overtures from Jerry Jones about how Bryant has matured, Dez cannot be counted on. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 23:35:29 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure declared himself 100% healthy going in to training camp. He will be suspended the first two weeks of the season but he is likely to lead the Lions in rushing yards and TD’s in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 16:32:30 |
| Welker, Wes (WR, New England) |
| Welker did not sign an extension and will play 2012 on his $9.5 million tender. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 16:31:09 |
| Rice, Ray (RB, Baltimore) |
| Rice signed for $40 million over 5 years – no worries here. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 16:30:14 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Tennessee media believe Hasselbeck has a slight edge over Jake Locker, but Titans OC Chris Palmer said they are dead even going in to camp. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 10:57:40 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RGIII did not report with Rookies on Monday as his contract isn’t finished yet. He lead off-season players-only workouts so we’re not concerned. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 10:55:44 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte signed a 4 year, $32 million contract and will be in camp on time. He’s anywhere from the 5th to 8th back depending on your scoring system. |
| Updated: 2012-07-16 10:44:47 |
| Williams, Mike (WR, Seattle) |
| Seattle released Big Mike. This bodes well for the chances of making the roster for Deon Butler and Ben Obamanu. Doug Baldwin is the Seahawks receiver most likely to have value unless Rice shows he is 100%. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 16:56:12 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Free Agent) |
| Baylor receiver Josh Gordon worked out for pro-teams and achieved a late second round grade on his performance. We’ll follow his signing – in the right situation he could have minimal fantasy value. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:43:59 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Flynn has been hosting players-only workouts in Seattle. Many are trying to play up a QB controversy in Seattle but Flynn will win the job and is one of FI’s hot sleepers for 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:43:28 |
| Green, Alex (RB, Green Bay) |
| Green will get a long look at camp so the Packers can evaluate whether or not they need to add a veteran back. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:41:22 |
| Bennett, Martellus (TE, NY Giants) |
| Bennett will go into training camp atop the Giants depth chart at TE. Rookie Adrien Robinson will try to steal snaps and Dr. Moneyball likes his potential – but this news puts Bennett on our radar a bit more. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:39:48 |
| Jackson, Vincent (WR, Tampa Bay) |
| Tampa coaches have been praising Vincent Jackson’s work ethic and desire to be the best at his position. While it is nice to hear, we believe he is hampered by a run first offense and an average QB so don’t get too excited. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:37:57 |
| Baldwin, Doug (WR, Seattle) |
| Matt Flynn singled out Doug Baldwin as a “special player” after private workouts. Baldwin is a WR#3 heading in to drafts. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:36:41 |
| Toon, Nick (WR, New Orleans) |
| Toon continues to draw rave reviews from the coaching staff and media alike. He will have some fantasy impact in 2012, likely serving as a bye-week replacement in later weeks. He’s one of FI’s Impact Rookies. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:33:48 |
| Gordon, Josh (WR, Cleveland) |
| Cleveland drafted Baylor WR Josh Gordon in the second round of the supplemental draft. Gordon will contend for the third receiver role but is unlikely to have fantasy value this season without some injuries in front of him. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:30:47 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins is now a virtual afterthought in San Francisco for 2012. Recent reports state he’ll likely have to fight just to be active on game days. He has shown no upper body strength and an inability to stay off the ground on contact. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:28:28 |
| Brees, Drew (QB, New Orleans) |
| Brees is now the NFL’s highest paid player after signing a 5 year, $100 million contract. He’ll still face the deficit of not having a full coaching staff but will be no worse than the #3 fantasy QB. |
| Updated: 2012-07-13 13:26:31 |
| Benson, Cedric (RB, Free Agent) |
| Benson has been on the Raiders’ radar but hasn’t made a deal with them yet. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:41:36 |
| Burress, Plaxico (WR, Free Agent) |
| Burress still has not signed or had any leads. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:39:57 |
| Owens, Terrell (WR, Free Agent) |
| Owens is desperately trying to sign on with any NFL squad he can. It looks like the NFL has moved on. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:39:57 |
| Grant, Ryan (RB, Free Agent) |
| Grant is still looking for a home but may have to wait until some pre-season injuries occur. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:39:57 |
| Dickson, Ed (TE, Baltimore) |
| Dickson has apparently “turned the corner” and the Ravens would like to see him become a true threat in their offense this season. Until it happens, he’s in our second 15 of TE’s. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:36:51 |
| Pierce, Bernard (RB, Baltimore) |
| Pierce will get the short yardage and tough touches for the Ravens behind Ray Rice. he’s a straight ahead plodder and unlikely to be fantasy worthy even if Rice goes down other than in TD only leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:36:51 |
| Rice, Ray (RB, Baltimore) |
| Rice remains unsigned and the sides are not close. Whether or not Rice will holdout is unclear, but it is unlikely to affect his fantasy value. He’s a top 3 back. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:36:51 |
| Brees, Drew (QB, New Orleans) |
| Brees is dismissing reports out of New Orleans that a deal is imminent and says he will not show up to training camp without a contract. Still no cause for alarm. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:32:59 |
| Coale, Danny (WR, Dallas) |
| Coale may not be healthy in time for the season opener and could open the season on the PUP. Andre Holmes appears to have moved ahead of Coale and Ogletree on the depth chart. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:31:58 |
| Harris, Dwayne (WR, Dallas) |
| Harris appears to be fighting it out with Andre Holmes for the third WR spot in Dallas. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:31:58 |
| Gabbert, Blaine (QB, Jacksonville) |
| The Jags are typically excited about Gabbert after he looked good in a t-shirt and shorts at OTAs with his rocket armm. His arm isn’t the problem, it’s his head which tells him to duck anytime he sees a pass rusher. Stay away. |
| Updated: 2012-07-10 14:30:07 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| The hyperbole flowing for Moss is too detailed to be contrived. Moss is a top 25 receiver without question, and if reports are accurate he could very well end up top 10. We’re sold on him – a great draft day steal. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:14:15 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller opens as the 1B to Fred Jackson’s 1A. In PPR leagues he is safe to roster for a flex spot. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:04:21 |
| Graham, T.J. (WR, Buffalo) |
| Graham signed a four year deal and will immediately contend for a starting spot. Donald Jones and David Nelson are currently ahead of him on the depth chart, but Graham is a playmaker and stood out in OTAs. One of Dr. Moneyball’s featured players destined for NFL success, Graham is a deep sleeper for now but is worth a flier in deeper and dynasty leagues. He’ll be getting serious snaps by week 4 at latest. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:04:02 |
| Jones, Donald (WR, Buffalo) |
| Jones will be challenged by T.J. Graham in training camp for the starting spot opposite Steve Johnson. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:02:11 |
| Nelson, David (WR, Buffalo) |
| Nelson is set to open the season as the Bills slot receiver. He’s always an injury risk. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:02:11 |
| Jackson, Fred (RB, Buffalo) |
| Jackson is going as a #1 back in most mocks, but we believe CJ Spiller did too much to ignore in his last 5 starts last season. Jackson will be the lead back, but Spiller will cut slightly into his touches. Both have fantasy value, Spiller moreso in PPR leagues than standard. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 21:02:11 |
| Toon, Nick (WR, New Orleans) |
| Toon has a chance to step into some touches right away and is worth a look in dynasty leagues. If Colston and Moore get banged up as usual, he’ll be worth a roster spot as bye-week replacement material. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:53:35 |
| Sproles, Darren (RB, New Orleans) |
| Sproles is again likely to be the Saints most productive fantasy back. In PPR leagues he is a borderline RB#1. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:53:35 |
| Graham, Jimmy (TE, New Orleans) |
| Graham is going ahead of Gronkowski about half the time in the mocks we have seen so far. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:53:35 |
| Brees, Drew (QB, New Orleans) |
| Reports out of New Orleans are that Brees will be signed this week or next to a five year deal. The franchise needs him now more than ever. He’s still Drew Brees for fantasy purposes. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:53:35 |
| Hartley, Garrett (K, New Orleans) |
| Hartley is expected to win the Saints kicking job. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:53:35 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore remains a high risk, high potential reward back. Nothing gives any indication that he’ll share carries, but he had a 3.1 YPC average over the past 6 games last season and they added Jacobs and James. The Niners backfield looks like a situation to avoid. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:47:33 |
| Welker, Wes (WR, New England) |
| Welker remains unsigned but there is no reason to suspect he should be downgraded yet. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:42:50 |
| Vereen, Shane (RB, New England) |
| Vereen will get every opportunity to earn touches if he performs during the pre-season. Ridley opens camp as the short yardage back with Woodhead currently the change of pace. |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:42:50 |
| Addai, Joseph (RB, New England) |
| Addai is unlikely to be more than a situational back in New England. He won’t have any fantasy value/ |
| Updated: 2012-07-09 20:42:50 |
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| TD Only rankings and Keeper rankings have been updated. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 19:07:33 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson was charged with resisting arrest on Saturday in Houston. It is unlikely to affect his fantasy status as it does not appear to involve any serious charges. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 19:06:16 |
| Rivers, Philip (QB, San Diego) |
| Rivers arm-strength has been called in to question by San Diego beat writers. We are not buying into it yet, but we’ll keep a close eye during pre-season. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 19:04:08 |
| Celek, Brent (TE, Philadelphia) |
| Celek is fully healed from his serious injuries from 2010-2011. He’ll need to prove his consistency on the field. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 19:02:36 |
| Hixon, Domenik (WR, NY Giants) |
| Hixon is expected to break camp as the #3 WR but we believe Rueben Randle takes that job before long and is the better fantasy option. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 19:01:04 |
| Luck, Andrew (QB, Indianapolis) |
| Luck is not yet signed but he will be for training camp and won’t miss any time. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 18:57:52 |
| Jackson, Brandon (RB, Cleveland) |
| Jackson appears to have the edge over Montario Hardesty to be Trent Richardson’s backup. |
| Updated: 2012-07-08 18:56:50 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| The initial 2012 rankings are posted. We encourage you to visit the homepage for NFL Player News, Injury Reports, and Depth Charts. Dish Adams season opening blog is up on the home page as well, with a link to Thursday’s podcast breaking down the opening rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 23:12:35 |
| Harvin, Percy (WR, Minnesota) |
| Indications are that Harvin has patched things up to the point he will report on time. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 23:06:46 |
| Garrard, David (QB, Miami) |
| Garrard may have the inside track on the starting job after OTAs according to Miami beat writers, but Matt Moore is still our favorite to open as the starter. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 12:38:23 |
| Brown, Donald (RB, Indianapolis) |
| All indications are that Brown will get the most touches in Bruce Arians’ offense in Indy. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 12:38:03 |
| Kendricks, Lance (TE, St. Louis) |
| Schottenheimer continues to single out Lance Kendricks as a star in the making in his offense and a major focal point of the Rams attack. I guess I was a year early – the talent is there. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 12:37:07 |
| Rice, Sidney (WR, Seattle) |
| Rice is healing from off-season shoulder surgery and is a wild card for 2012. He’ll need to prove it on the field, even in pre-season to get on our radar again. He”s no better than a WR#4 right now. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 12:36:15 |
| Wilson, Russell (QB, Seattle) |
| Wilson is very likely to win the backup job over Tarvaris Jackson after showing the coaches exceptional athletic ability and quick mastery of the playbook. It’s worth noting that Wilson only had 2 passes knocked down at the line of scrimmage in his Senior season despite concerns about his height. The Seahawks see him as a viable NFL QB. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 12:35:56 |
| Thompson, Taylor (TE, Tennessee) |
| The hyperbole is flying for the converted DE, who after running OTAs in t-shirt and shorts was drawing Gronkowski comparisons. Easy people, we’ll see how he does in pads and he is still behind Jared Cook, who everyone is high on for 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:56:12 |
| Mendenhall, Rashard (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Mendenhall is expected to open the season on the PUP list and miss the first 6 weeks. Isaac Redman is the Pittsburgh back to own at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:51:37 |
| Wallace, Mike (WR, Pittsburgh) |
| Wallace will likely play out his tender and be playing for a new contract in 2013. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:51:37 |
| Flynn, Matt (QB, Seattle) |
| Don’t believe the manufactured hype – Flynn will start and he’ll perform at a high level. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:48:28 |
| Washington, Leon (RB, Seattle) |
| Washington will be the undisputed 3rd down back and change of pace to Lynch now that Forsett is gone. He’ll have bye-week replacement value in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:48:28 |
| Baldwin, Doug (WR, Seattle) |
| Baldwin is likely to lead the Seahawks in receiving with Flynn at the helm. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:48:28 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| RGIII is proving his mettle as a leader already, hosting receivers and backs in Waco for workouts. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:42:32 |
| Helu, Roy (RB, Washington) |
| Shanahan will make us all dizzy with his “Hightower is the starter when healthy” line, but Helu is better at blitz pick up, fumbles less, and is a better receiver out of the backfield. Helu has major upside, especially in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:42:32 |
| Davis, Fred (TE, Washington) |
| Davis is in for a breakout season. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:42:32 |
| Moss, Santana (WR, Washington) |
| Moss is looking every bit the starter opposite Pierre Garcon and isn’t on anyone’s radar – a great late round flier. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:42:32 |
| Pead, Isaiah (RB, St. Louis) |
| Pead is a nice handcuff for Steven Jackson and will get some third down work right away. A potential late season bye-week replacement in deeper PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:38:03 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| McFadden is healthy but remains an injury risk. He is a top 5 performer when healthy, but he has an expiration date. Be prepared with a handcuff not on the Raiders as they will go to a committee if DMC gets hurt. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:34:46 |
| Criner, Juron (WR, Oakland) |
| Criner wowed the coaching staff in OTAs. If he keeps it up in camp he is likely to emerge as the Raiders third WR. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:34:46 |
| Ridley, Stevan (RB, New England) |
| Ridley leads a very crowded committee and is likely to see much of the early down and goal line work for the Pats. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:32:04 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| The Packers seem intent on giving James Starks every opportunity to prove he is an everydown back. Brandon Saine and Alex Green can cut into his work if he falters and they perform. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:30:36 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure is on track to be fully ready for training camp. He’s going to miss the first 2 games due to a suspension for hitting the bong, but he’ll be the Lions lead back when he returns. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:28:59 |
| Broyles, Ryan (WR, Detroit) |
| Broyles won’t merit fantasy consideration other than in keeper leagues, but he could develop into a nice slot receiver relatively quickly and has potential to be a late season bye-week replacement. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:28:59 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| Despite his awful contract situation it appears MJD will report for week 1 and is likely to report to training camp on time according to ESPN’s John Clayton. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 09:11:55 |
| Rodgers, Jacquizz (RB, Atlanta) |
| Rodgers is certain to be more involved in the Falcons passing game and merits bye-week consideration. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:55:12 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick is shaping up as one of 2012′s best value plays. FI has him 6th amongst QB’s, and others have him as low as 10. We like him to perform at his best, which makes him a steal. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:40:33 |
| Maclin, Jeremy (WR, Philadelphia) |
| Philly writers are gushing over Maclin’s performance in OTAs and all things point towards the breakout season he would have had last year if he was healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:40:33 |
| Holmes, Andre (WR, Dallas) |
| Holmes will contend for the third receiver position in Dallas. He is not drfatable at this time, and won’t have value even if he wins the job unless there are some injuries in front of him. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:37:42 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| Tannehill won’t get a chance unless Moore and Garrard both fail. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:17:21 |
| Ochocinco, Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Ochocinco is going back to be being Chad Johnson again soon. Both in name and performance he says. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:17:21 |
| Cunningham, B.J. (WR, Miami) |
| Cunningham did enough in OTAs to reconfirm that we like him as a redzone target and rookie sleeper. A solid dynasty league late round pick. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:17:21 |
| Cassel, Matt (QB, Kansas City) |
| Cassel says his hand is fully healed. Draft him if you normally would. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:13:37 |
| Martin, Doug (RB, Tampa Bay) |
| Martin excelled in mini camp at finding the right blitz pick ups and “looks to hit people when he’s blocking” according to Tampa beat writers. Martin should be the lead ball carrier in Tampa although Blount is a threat to vulture goal line carries. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:01:04 |
| Clark, Dallas (TE, Tampa Bay) |
| Clark is a question mark because of his health and his horrible dropsies last year. Don’t draft him on his name, but he is not a bad flyer in the later rounds. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 08:01:04 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews is going amongst the top 6 or 7 backs in the mocks we have seen so far. In PPR leagues he could very well be a top 3 performer if he remains healthy. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 07:23:58 |
| Royal, Eddie (WR, San Diego) |
| Royal looks to get most of the slot work. In leagues with return yardage he’s a possibility. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 07:23:58 |
| Meachem, Robert (WR, San Diego) |
| Meachem is playing Vincent Jackson’s position in the Charger offense. |
| Updated: 2012-07-06 07:23:58 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning has had no setbacks thus far. NFL Network’s Michael Lombardi said he expects Manning to struggle early. Manning’s timing will be off and he’ll throw some INTs as he gets used to his new teammates and new neck, but he’ll still be productive from day one. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 23:34:56 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray is still being bypassed in many drafts despite being the Cowboys featured back. His injury history is the concern, but while he is healthy he will produce at a high level. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:34:36 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Forte says he is completely healthy. He’ll be playing for a big contract in 2013 so he’s a must in PPR leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:27:50 |
| Davis, Kellen (TE, Chicago) |
| Davis is drawing attention around the league. FI’s Mike Nease pegged him on the podcast today as a breakout TE because he has big soft hands and caught 5 TD’s without Martz ever throwing to him. Tice plans to utilize Davis as a weapon and Bears coaches are gushing. He’s FI’s 16th ranked TE, and likely to move up. He’s still under the radar on most fantasy sites, let alone fantasy leagues. Don’t tell anyone you know about him to show how smart you are. Draft him to show how smart you are. One of FI’s pre-season sleepers. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:27:50 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| Dr. Moneyball thinks we have Alshon Jeffery too low, especially in keeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:27:50 |
| Gore, Frank (RB, San Francisco) |
| Gore could very well have 10 games where he rushes for 100 yards. Or he could have many games where he has 70 with the occasional TD. Gore lacked burst last year and the 49ers added Brandon Jacobs and LaMichael James. He’s one to avoid but he will get some chances. He may find more running room with Moss around to stretch the field, but this smells too much like a committee. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:18:44 |
| Smith, Alex (QB, San Francisco) |
| Smith becomes a starter in 2 QB leagues and an adequate bye-week replacement. It wouldn’t be that shocking for him to crack the top 15 by season’s end if Moss really does look as good as everyone is saying. He has a great offensive line, many versatile backs, dynamic receivers, a beast TE, and a good playcaller. He opens 19th in FI’s rankings. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:17:32 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Moss continues to garner praise from his coaching staff and fellow players. It looks like the 49ers struck lightning in a bottle and Moss is a definite top 20 receiver barring a dramatic turn of events. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:17:32 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins is not on our lists right now, not even in keeper leagues. He showed up overweight, appeared lazy, and was unable to keep his feet in t-shirt and shorts. He will need a huge camp just to be the 49ers 4th WR, and injuries are his only chance at any success this season. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:17:32 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams looked healthy enough in OTAs to merit fantasy consideration, especially in keeper leagues. With Beanie Wells injury history, it’s feasible Williams ends up being the featured back for at least a few games in 2012. |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:07:58 |
| Floyd, Michael (WR, Arizona) |
| Floyd will be given every chance to win the #2 job opposite Larry Fitzgerald. He opens on FI’s standard rankings at #47 |
| Updated: 2012-07-05 21:07:58 |
| Walsh, Blair (K, Minnesota) |
| Walsh has the job unless he flails dramatically in training camp. The team has no plans to sign a kicker right now. |
| Updated: 2012-06-19 11:54:41 |
| Floyd, Michael (WR, Arizona) |
| Floyd has showed tremendous athleticism and positive attitude in OTAs – he appears to be dedicated to the Larry Fitzgerald school of hard work. He’s one of FI’s top rated rookies for immediate impact. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:53:37 |
| Smith, Brad (WR, Buffalo) |
| Smith has been the talk of OTAs from Chan Gailey, insisting that Smith will see more time in Wildcat sets and more playing time in general. He’s still no more than a WR3 on draft day in a best case scenario. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:52:43 |
| Newton, Cam (QB, Carolina) |
| Newton is only getting better with more time to work on his game and film study. He is a top 3 QB, maybe even worthy of the top overall draft pick in leagues where passing TD’s are 6 points. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:52:21 |
| Weeden, Brandon (QB, Cleveland) |
| Weeden is clearly ahead in the starting race for QB in Cleveland. Colt McCoy looks likely to be traded. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:51:25 |
| Phillips, John (TE, Dallas) |
| Phillips has great potential as a sleeper TE2 as the Cowboys plan to use him downfield against linebackers. If Witten gets hurt, he becomes a strong value. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:51:14 |
| Manning, Peyton (QB, Denver) |
| Manning has had less velocity on deeper balls, but has shown tremendous accuracy per usual on his checkdowns and shorter routes. His rehab is completely on schedule and he would be able to start if the season opened today. He expects to start “airing it out” a bit more in training camp, but the reigns have been kept on a little in OTAs. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:50:59 |
| Starks, James (RB, Green Bay) |
| Starks is the undisputed lead back in Green Bay, but will still lose carries to Brandon Saine, and Alex Green can cut into his work if he ever gets healthy as well. A late round sleeper at this point. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:50:28 |
| Lloyd, Brandon (WR, New England) |
| Lloyd will be a top 15 pre-season WR based on his performances in OTAs and the strong rapport he is building with Brady. He has intimate familiarity with McDaniels’ offense, so this makes sense. He could perform as well as #7 looking at the WR landscape if he remains consistent. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:49:29 |
| Palmer, Carson (QB, Oakland) |
| Palmer looks exceedingly comfortable and is surrounded by a good deal of speed – and maturing players. He’s poised for a top 20 season at QB. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:48:54 |
| Vick, Michael (QB, Philadelphia) |
| Vick is shaping up to be one of the great value plays of 2012. He’s on no one’s radar and still can put up as many fantasy points as any of the greats. With increased talent around him, including a happy Desean Jackson and a healthy Jeremy Maclin, Vick is a bona fide QB1 sleeper. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:48:33 |
| Moss, Santana (WR, Washington) |
| Moss appears to have rededicated himself and now looks to be a lock for the #2 WR in Washington, if not a starter in the slot. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:47:24 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt has begun cutting again ahead of schedule. He’s still a question mark for Week 1 and always a risky play. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:46:06 |
| Parker, Preston (WR, Tampa Bay) |
| Parker is pushing Mike Williams for the starting spot opposite Vincent Jackson. His performance in training camp and the pre-season will determine if he can unseat the enigmatic, but very talented Williams. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:44:40 |
| Smith, Alex (QB, San Francisco) |
| Smith has shown dramatic improvement and is drawing rave reviews from teammates and coaches alike. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:41:13 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins was a huge disappointment in OTAs looking lazy, confused, and weak. He’ll open the season as no better than the 5th WR. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:41:13 |
| Mathews, Ryan (RB, San Diego) |
| Mathews is poised for a top 10 season, and if the Chargers ride him like they suggest he could end up top 3 – if he stays healthy. That’s something he hasn’t done yet, so he’s a small risk. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:39:27 |
| Royal, Eddie (WR, San Diego) |
| Eddie Royal has been the most impressive wideout so far in Chargers camp and should man the slot as well as some gadget plays designed to get him the ball on the flanks. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:39:27 |
| McNutt, Marvin (WR, Philadelphia) |
| McNutt impressed in OTAs in the redzone and is near certain to open as the team’s 4th WR but quickly take over at #3. He’s one of FI’s top rookies to watch. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:35:35 |
| Jones, Taiwan (RB, Oakland) |
| Jones has impressed with his lightning speed in camp – but pads make the difference so we’ll wait to give him any value until training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:32:30 |
| McFadden, Darren (RB, Oakland) |
| Seems to be healthy and looks to be ready for week 1. The Raiders appear to view him as a workhorse despite his injury history. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:32:30 |
| Heyward-Bey, Darrius (WR, Oakland) |
| He has emerged as the #1 wideout alongside speedster Denarius Moore. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:32:30 |
| Sanchez, Mark (QB, NY Jets) |
| Sanchez struggled mightily at OTAs but Ryan was quick to defend him and give him a vote of confidence. He’s undraftable because of Tebow’s presence. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:29:45 |
| Peterson, Adrian (RB, Minnesota) |
| Peterson insists he will be ready for week 1 and after beating teammates including Percy Harvin in races, we’re inclined to believe him. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:24:41 |
| Rudolph, Kyle (TE, Minnesota) |
| A sleeper TE for 2012 as he looks to be the main redzone target and the lead in two TE sets. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:24:41 |
| Simpson, Jerome (WR, Minnesota) |
| He’s high on weed, the Vikes are high on him. He returns week 4 and should immediately become the Vikes deep threat. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:24:41 |
| Burton, Stephen (WR, Minnesota) |
| Burton has impressed in OTAs and will be a candidate for the 3rd WR role. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:24:41 |
| Moore, Matt (QB, Miami) |
| Moore should emerge as the week one starter despite Tannehill’s excellent OTAs. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:20:29 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| Tannehill has shined in OTAs but wait until big linemen with arms extended rush at his face in training camp. He had more passes blocked at the line of scrimmage than any of the first 6 QB’s taken in the draft. He’s solid for keeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:20:29 |
| Ochocinco, Chad (WR, Miami) |
| Thank goodness he was signed in time for Hard Knocks. If he can learn the offense he has a great chance to start. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:20:29 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| MJD remains unsigned. It’s no surprise coming from the worst front office in the league. His holdout could become a concern if he isn’t signed by the start of training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:15:52 |
| Schaub, Matt (QB, Houston) |
| Schaub says he is healthy and ready to go for training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:12:38 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| LeShoure looks every bit the every-down back the Lions envisioned when they drafted him last year. He is suspended for the first two games so he may become a strong draft day value if you can sit on him. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:08:49 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young remains the talk of Lions camp, but now for his ability to separate from defenders instead of fighting with his teammates. A strong WR2 sleeper with Stafford and the Lions one year better. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:08:49 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray is healthy and looking every bit to be the every-down back only spelled occasionally by Felix Jones. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:03:16 |
| Little, Greg (WR, Cleveland) |
| Little was the clear leader amongst Browns receivers in OTAs and is the only Brown WR worthy of fantasy consideration. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 17:00:30 |
| Green-Ellis, BenJarvus (RB, Cincinnati) |
| BJGE will likely share too many carries with Bernard Scott to make him a viable weekly start. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:34:25 |
| Gresham, Jermaine (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Gresham figures to be a big part of the Cincinnati passing game as he gets a better handle on his reads and responsibilities in Jay Gruden’s offense. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:34:25 |
| Charles, Orson (TE, Cincinnati) |
| Primarily a blocker, he has been praised for his hands and ability to run clean routes. A deep sleeper only as a handcuff to Gresham. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:34:25 |
| Shipley, Jordan (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Shipley is still not fully healed and his slight build and injury history raise red flags of his durability regardless. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:34:25 |
| Forte, Matt (RB, Chicago) |
| Still unsigned, Forte is still a top 7 back even with the presence of Michael Bush in Chicago. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:28:31 |
| Bennett, Earl (WR, Chicago) |
| Bennett has shown good progress in the Bears new offense and will likely emerge as the third receiver and slot man. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:28:31 |
| Jeffery, Alshon (WR, Chicago) |
| Jeffery was hobbled in OTAs but never showed that he was injury prone in college so he should be fine for training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:28:31 |
| LaFell, Brandon (WR, Carolina) |
| LaFell is currently listed on the depth chart as the #2 WR behind Steve Smith and is expected to start. He will have bye-week replacement value if he wins it as Newton likes him in the redzone. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:21:44 |
| Spiller, C.J. (RB, Buffalo) |
| Spiller looks to be ready to expand on his late season success from last year. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:18:08 |
| Easley, Marcus (WR, Buffalo) |
| His heart ailment seems to be under control, so if he can get back in to shape he’s a sleeper candidate to get some snaps in Buffalo. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:18:08 |
| Johnson, Stevie (WR, Buffalo) |
| Will be healthy for the beginning of training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:18:08 |
| Jones, Donald (WR, Buffalo) |
| Jones has always been an outside receiver, but is seeing most of his work in the slot at OTAs. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:18:08 |
| Turner, Michael (RB, Atlanta) |
| Turner will see a reduced role and less effectiveness in the new Atlanta offensive system. He’s a top 20 back at best. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:10:07 |
| Douglas, Harry (WR, Atlanta) |
| Douglas will be a bigger part of the Falcon’s offense as they go more pass-oriented, but still he’s the 4th option behind White, Tony G, and Julio Jones. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:10:07 |
| Jones, Julio (WR, Atlanta) |
| Jones has looked unguardable in OTAs and is in line for a huge role in the new Falcon’s offense. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:10:07 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton has been clearly the better QB in OTAs, but Kolb is still the favorite to start week 1. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:02:35 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb has been struggling in camp, but the Cardinals are committed to giving him every opportunity to start. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:02:35 |
| Wells, Beanie (RB, Arizona) Injury: Knee Status: Out Indefinitely Replacement: Devine, Noel |
| Wells is not participating in OTAs but is expected to be good to go for training camp. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:02:35 |
| Williams, Ryan (RB, Arizona) |
| Williams is healthy enough that he is playing at full speed in OTAs. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:02:35 |
| Housler, Rob (TE, Arizona) |
| Housler got stuck behind Todd Heap last year, but is a nice sleeper TE for 2012. They drafted him to make him part of the passing attack and he has made good progress since last season. |
| Updated: 2012-06-18 13:02:35 |
| Nicks, Hakeem (WR, NY Giants) |
| Nicks broke his foot in OTA’s and is out a minimum of 12 weeks. That places his return to action about 3 weeks in to the pre-season. |
| Updated: 2012-05-24 15:28:59 |
| Randle, Rueben (WR, NY Giants) |
| With the news of Nicks breaking his foot, Randle gets a leg up towards earning the number 3 spot and acting as Nicks’ primary backup. |
| Updated: 2012-05-24 15:28:59 |
| Jean, Lestar (WR, Houston) |
| Jean was a 2011 pre-season standout who might have made the roster with the benefit of a full camp. With AJ resting he took first team reps and could fill the Jacoby Jones role as a borderline WR#3. He’s one to watch. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 14:10:19 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jim Harbaugh singled out Randy Moss’ work ethic and praised his leadership and football knowledge. Additionally, Moss has been physically superb in all drills so far. He’s moving up the WR radar and currently has to be considered top 20, if not top 15. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 14:06:21 |
| Best, Jahvid (RB, Detroit) |
| Best was a full participant in contact drills at Lions OTAs. He is 100% going into the season, but is always a significant injury risk – his next concussion could end his career. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 14:04:33 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| Tebow has practiced exclusively at QB in the team’s first OTA’s. He is sitting second string behind Sanchez at this point. The team will have a package of plays designed for him. Both he and Sanchez are currently undraftable because of the uncertainty. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 14:01:52 |
| Griffin III, Robert (QB, Washington) |
| The Redskins revealed a “roll-out heavy” offensive game plan at their first OTAs. Griffin III looked amazingly accurate and all indications are he will be a fantasy force immediately. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:57:31 |
| Hankerson, Leonard (WR, Washington) |
| Penciled in as the #2 WR opposite Pierre Garcon, Hnakerson will have to hold off Josh Morgan, and maybe even Santana Moss in camp. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:57:31 |
| Winslow, Kellen (TE, Seattle) |
| Winslow was acquired by the Seahawks from Tampa. It’s unclear how he will fit in the Seattle offense. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:48:36 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| Recovered fully from his ACL injury, LeShoure nonetheless will have to serve at least a 1 or 2 game suspension due to his marijuana arrests. He therefore becomes a nice draft-day value. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:42:55 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young has been absent from OTAs since a fight with Louis Delmas, but the team insists the two are not related. Young should compete for the #2 WR job alongside Calvin Johnson. He’s a major breakout candidate. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:42:55 |
| LeShoure, Mikel (RB, Detroit) |
| Recovered fully from his ACL injury, LeShoure nonetheless will have to serve at least a 1 or 2 game suspension due to his marijuana arrests. He therefore becomes a nice draft-day value. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:42:52 |
| Young, Titus (WR, Detroit) |
| Young has been absent from OTAs since a fight with Louis Delmas, but the team insists the two are not related. Young should compete for the #2 WR job alongside Calvin Johnson. He’s a major breakout candidate. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:42:52 |
| McCoy, Colt (QB, Cleveland) |
| Despite getting first team reps in OTAs, McCoy is likely only competing for the number 2 job behind rookie Brandon Weeden. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:38:32 |
| Moore, Matt (QB, Miami) |
| Moore is expected to open the season as the Dolphin’s starter. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:36:54 |
| Tannehill, Ryan (QB, Miami) |
| Tannehill is picking up the offense fast but is unlikely to be the opening day starter. He has to adjust to pro lineman after having more passed batted down last season than any of the other first round rookie QB’s. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:36:54 |
| Little, Greg (WR, Cleveland) |
| Little is the #1 WR in Cleveland, which doesn’t mean much. He’s a spot fantasy starter at best in deeper leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:35:16 |
| Massaquoi, Mohamed (WR, Cleveland) |
| He ran with the first team in OTAs. Cleveland’s #2 WR is about as worthless a fantasy position as there is. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:35:16 |
| Meachem, Robert (WR, San Diego) |
| Meachem has been practicing fully in OTAs and looks every bit the #1 WR in the Chargers offense. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:33:48 |
| Tate, Brandon (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Tate lined up with the first team in OTAs but Mohamed Sanu is the likely #2 WR come opening day. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:31:46 |
| Clark, Dallas (TE, Tampa Bay) |
| Signed with Tampa. He didn’t look like he had much left in the tank last year, but in a heavy play-action offense the Bucs like his pedigree. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:30:47 |
| Skelton, John (QB, Arizona) |
| Skelton is expected to push Kolb for the starting job. Both are risky draft picks because the likelihood is both spend time as the starter at different times throughout the year. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:25:16 |
| Kolb, Kevin (QB, Arizona) |
| Kolb took first team snaps in the team’s first OTAs. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:25:16 |
| Coale, Danny (WR, Dallas) |
| Coale hurt his foot in OTA’s and will be hobbled with what is believed to be a minor injury. He should be fine for training camp, and is expected to fight for the #3 WR position in Dallas. |
| Updated: 2012-05-22 13:23:27 |
| Dalton, Andy (QB, Cincinnati) |
| Dalton put on 15 pounds of muscle in the off-season and has been showing a noticeable improvement in velocity. He’s worked hard and should improve, and he has some nice weapons – an intriguing Sleeper possibilty and a definite pickup in 2 QB leagues. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:23:09 |
| Locker, Jake (QB, Tennessee) |
| Locker could seize the starting job if he has a better camp than Hasselback, but he is currently #2 on the depth chart. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:21:09 |
| Quick, Brian (WR, St. Louis) |
| Quick’s talent looks NFL ready, according to Jeff FIsher and staff. But what are they going to say? He looks like a fantasy bust prospect with a lot of overhype. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:20:48 |
| Moss, Randy (WR, San Francisco) |
| San Francisco CB Carlos Rogers appearing on NFL Network said ” the Randy Moss I’m looking at in practice catching balls . . . will require 2 guys to cover him.” It’s another indication that Moss has all of his tools and drive back. He has to be considered a certain top 20, and perhaps a top 15 WR. Should be a great value play in drafts and auctions. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:19:51 |
| Jones-Drew, Maurice (RB, Jacksonville) Injury: Foot Status: Cleared to Practice Replacement: Owens, Montell |
| Still unhappy and unsigned. Ridiculous. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:17:57 |
| Blackmon, Justin (WR, Jacksonville) |
| Blackmon is practicing in the Roddy White position in Mularkey’s offense. With Gabbert at QB he’s a candidate to be a fantasy bust. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:17:57 |
| Britt, Kenny (WR, Tennessee) |
| Britt is having a second surgery, which is expected to set back his recovery another two weeks. He’s a significant injury risk. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:06:17 |
| Alexander, Danario (WR, St. Louis) |
| Alexander missed OTA’s with a sore hamstring. This won’t endear him to Jeff Fisher. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 23:01:03 |
| Wright, Kendall (WR, Tennessee) |
| Wright wowed at camp, but that’s not in pads. He’s a definite sleeper with his speed. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:58:40 |
| Hasselbeck, Matt (QB, Tennessee) |
| Once Kenny Britt went down Hasselback was lost, but he has the starting nod right now going in to camp. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:57:25 |
| Ballard, Vick (RB, Indianapolis) |
| Ballard is interesting simply because the Colts need a goal line and short yardage plodder so he will get his chances. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:55:09 |
| Avery, Donnie (WR, Indianapolis) |
| So far he is projecting to be healthy in camp and fight for outside work. The team will lean in favor of LaVon Brazill if Avery doesn’t look electric in camp. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:55:09 |
| Barzill, LaVon (WR, Indianapolis) |
| The 6th round pick will have a chance to get plenty of snaps in camp to fight for the #2 job. Fellow rookie T Y Hilton is likely to man slot duties behind Austin Collie. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:50:42 |
| Sanu, Mohamed (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Sanu is penciled in as no worse than the #3 receiver right now, and the Bengals brass believe he can win the starting job. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:45:46 |
| Jones, Marvin (WR, Cincinnati) |
| Jones has been impressive and could challenge for the #2 job. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:45:46 |
| Brees, Drew (QB, New Orleans) |
| Brees is extremely upset about his contract, as he should be. WIth the clouds hanging over the Saints organization, Brees should be given the keys to the kingdom to save their franchise’s image. It’s unlikely to affect his fantasy performance dramatically. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:42:45 |
| Jenkins, A.J. (WR, San Francisco) |
| Jenkins showed up out of shape at the Rookie minicamp and didn’t do much to give a good first impression to challenge Randy Moss, Mario Manningham, and Michael Crabtree for snaps. |
| Updated: 2012-05-16 22:40:53 |
| Richardson, Trent (RB, Cleveland) |
| Browns management is making no secret of the plan to run Richardson until his legs come off. He won’t leave the field other than for an occasional breather. |
| Updated: 2012-05-09 21:44:32 |
| Ochocinco, Chad (WR, New England) |
| He may be a casualty of the crowd – - he’ll have much more fantasy value elsewhere. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 20:08:13 |
| Charles, Jamaal (RB, Kansas City) |
| Charles insists he’ll be the same player he was before his injury last season and he is ready to turn heads. Temper expectations but he still has to be considered a top 15 back. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 20:06:41 |
| Graham, Shayne (K, Free Agent) |
| Signed with Houston. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 20:04:01 |
| Grant, Ryan (RB, Free Agent) |
| Cancelled his visit with Detroit because they were too far apart on money. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 20:04:01 |
| Jackson, Tarvaris (QB, Seattle) |
| Despite adding Matt Flynn and Russell Wilson, Pete Carroll insists Jackson will have every chance to win the starting position. We’re not buying it – Flynn will start. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:56:48 |
| Tebow, Tim (QB, NY Jets) |
| He’ll play on special teams and at both Quarterback and Halfback. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:55:02 |
| McKnight, Joe (RB, NY Jets) |
| 3rd down duties are his to lose. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:55:02 |
| Tomlinson, LaDainian (RB, NY Jets) |
| Expected to retire. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:55:02 |
| Murray, DeMarco (RB, Dallas) |
| Murray says he is 100% healthy and ready to go. He’s a top 7 producer in that offense when healthy, but injury concerns relegate him to being a top 15 back. Draft him with confidence but be prepared with a legitimate handcuff. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:51:15 |
| Harris, Dwayne (WR, Dallas) |
| Harris should win the third receiver job based on talent, but he has yet to put it together. If he can shake off the Rookie jitters and get his routes down, the position is his. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:51:15 |
| Ogletree, Kevin (WR, Dallas) |
| Ogletree has the inside track on the 3rd WR position which is mind-boggling. He proved last year he was incapable of separating even against nickelbacks and safeties. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:51:15 |
| Coale, Danny (WR, Dallas) |
| Coale will get a chance to earn the third WR job in camp, but the Cowboys staff seems to want a veteran to win the job. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:51:15 |
| Redman, Isaac (RB, Pittsburgh) |
| Redman gets a huge boost with the addititons of David DeCastro and Mike Adams on the Offensive Line. |
| Updated: 2012-05-08 19:46:39 |
| News, Fantasy Insights (, Free Agent) |
| The After Draft Report launches this weekend witha full update on Player News, Depth Charts, and our first rankings! You don’t have to do anything – subscription services begin with the Pre-season Report in July. |
| Updated: 2012-05-04 12:02:43 |
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