For the Weekly Report we update this page 7 days per week, 24 hours per day with all the latest injury information and updated rankings if necessary. Also, you get the latest game day inactives and who will play and not play on any given Sunday. Many times during the year a player's status is not know until Sunday morning. Why go anywhere else except Fantasy Insights to provide you with the latest information. Along with providing this information on the Web, we will email you updates so you have easy access to them. We want to make sure you have all the information at your fingertips to make an informed decision.

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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Sunday, December 19, 11:53 PM EST

News Story: Owens caught 2 passes for 24 yards before leaving with an ankle injury in the third quarter.

Fantasy Analysis: X-rays were negative, but they are electing to have an MRI on Monday. We do not suspect that Owens will be playing until the Eagles host their first post season game in mid-January.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Vinny Testaverde - QB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 19, 11:51 PM EST

News Story: Vinny completed 16 passes for 176 yards and a score. He also threw two interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a tough day against a tough defense. Vinny has been so inconsistent this year you are likely not relying on him anyway.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Julius Jones - RB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 19, 11:50 PM EST

News Story: Jones rushed 25 times for 80 yards and caught 2 passes for 21 yards against the Eagles.

Fantasy Analysis: He barely got over the century mark in utility yards. He is still red hot and a great starter on your fantasy squad.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jason Witten - TE, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 19, 11:49 PM EST

News Story: Witten caught 6 passes for 66 yards against the Eagles.

Fantasy Analysis: Witten has had a decent year and will be even better next year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Keyshawn Johnson - WR, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 19, 11:46 PM EST

News Story: Keyshawn caught 5 passes for 61 yards and a score against the Eagles.

Fantasy Analysis: Keyshawn has been a decent option at 3rd fantasy WR this year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Robert Ferguson - WR, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 19, 7:47 PM EST

News Story: Ferguson suffered an apparent neck injury in the second half of today's game. He did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Ferguson will be re-evaluated Monday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Chandler - QB, St. Louis Rams   Sunday, December 19, 5:54 PM EST

News Story: Chandler was pulled in the first quarter after going 1 for 6 for 1 yards. Jamie Martin has taken over for Chandler.

Fantasy Analysis: Marc Bulger should be back next week which should help the Rams.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Aaron Shea - TE, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 19, 5:54 PM EST

News Story: Shea suffered a sprained knee in today's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Shea is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kenard Lang - DE, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 19, 5:53 PM EST

News Story: Lang suffered a strained hamstring in today's game. He did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Lang is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Emmitt Smith - RB, Arizona Cardinals   Sunday, December 19, 5:52 PM EST

News Story: Smith suffered a sprained right neck in the first half of today's game. Smith returned to the game.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith is not getting any younger but is tough and is back in the game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Byron Leftwich - QB, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 19, 5:51 PM EST

News Story: Leftwich suffered a sprained right wrist in the first half of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Leftwich is taking a beating in today's game. He continues to play with the wrist injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Matt Hasselbeck - QB, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 19, 5:50 PM EST

News Story: Hasselbeck suffered a sprained right elbow in the fourth quarter of today's game. He did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Hasselbeck is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Willis McGahee - RB, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 19, 5:48 PM EST

News Story: McGahee suffered a sprained right knee in the second quarter of today's game and did not return. Shaud Williams took over for McGahee.

Fantasy Analysis: We should know more about McGahee's injury tomorrow. AT this point, he is questionable for week 16.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Roy X Williams - WR, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 19, 5:48 PM EST

News Story: Williams suffered a sprained hip in the first half of today's game. He did return and scored two touchdowns.

Fantasy Analysis: Williams is a tough player and came back strong. He is probable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Todd Pinkston - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Sunday, December 19, 5:47 PM EST

News Story: Pinkston suffered a sprained knee in the first half of today's game but returned and didn't seem to have any problems.

Fantasy Analysis: Pinkston is probable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brett Favre - QB, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 19, 5:41 PM EST

News Story: Favre suffered a bruised left forearm in the first half of today's game. Favre has returned to the game.

Fantasy Analysis: Favre is a tough quarterback and is back in the game playing.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Sunday, December 19, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: Philadelphia star wide receiver Terrell Owens left the game against the Dallas Cowboys, limping off the field with a sprained ankle. Owens had two receptions for 24 yards in the first half. He hobbled around the sideline early in the third quarter, then needed help to make it into the locker room for X-rays. Owens entered the game with 75 catches for 1,176 yards and a team-record 14 touchdowns.

Fantasy Analysis: Owens is not expected to play in week 16 but could return in week 17.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Joey Harrington - QB, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 19, 12:19 PM EST

News Story: Harrington is active for today's game but is clearly not feeling well.

Fantasy Analysis: It appears that Harrington will start but if things aren't going well, don't be surprised if Mike McMahon enters the game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Fernando Bryant - CB, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 19, 12:18 PM EST

News Story: Bryant(ankle) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Andre Goodman starts for Bryant.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Antoine Winfield - CB, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 19, 12:17 PM EST

News Story: Winfield(ankle) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Terrance Shaw starts for Winfield.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Sunday, December 19, 12:09 PM EST

News Story: Owens(back) is active for today's game and will start.

Fantasy Analysis: Owens missed a couple days of practice but is fine and will start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chad Pennington - QB, New York Jets   Sunday, December 19, 12:07 PM EST

News Story: According to Chris Mortensen, the Jets would like to shut down Pennington for one game before the playoffs. He has a rotator cuff injury and will have surgery after the season.

Fantasy Analysis: Pennington is expected to start today but we will have to wait and see what happens the next two games.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Joey Harrington - QB, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 19, 12:06 PM EST

News Story: Harrington woke up this morning ill and will be a game-time decision. He has been given IV's and is feeling somewhat better.

Fantasy Analysis: It is unknown at this time whether Harrington or Mike McMahon will start.

Source: ESPN
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Garrison Hearst - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 19, 12:04 PM EST

News Story: Hearst is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: With Reuben Droughns starting and Tatum Bell is active. There is some concern with Hearst being active how much Bell will play. We would be very careful starting Bell. As we said before, Bell is active and should play but it is not known how coach Shanahan plans to use his backs today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Bryan Johnson - RB, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 19, 12:03 PM EST

News Story: Johnson(foot) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: For the second week in a row, starting fullback Johnson is out. Jason McKie starts for Johnson.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Eddie George - RB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 19, 12:02 PM EST

News Story: George is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: For the second week in a row, George is inactive and will not play. Richie Anderson will backup Julius Jones at running back.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 19, 12:01 PM EST

News Story: Rogers Beckett and Deltha O'Neal are inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Kim Herring and Keiwan Ratliff start for the Bengals in place of Beckett and O'Neal.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 19, 12:00 PM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Suggs will see playing time for the first time in a month. William Green is expected to start but look for Suggs to see playing time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tim Dwight - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 19, 11:59 AM EST

News Story: Dwight(toe) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: With Keenan McCardell also out, the Chargers are thin at receiver today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 19, 11:58 AM EST

News Story: Urlacher(hamstring) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Hunter Hillenmeyer starts for Urlacher.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derick Armstrong - WR, Houston Texans   Sunday, December 19, 11:56 AM EST

News Story: Armstrong is inactive for the second week in a row.

Fantasy Analysis: We are not sure what is going on here but Armstrong is inactive again.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 19, 11:55 AM EST

News Story: Palmer(knee) will be the third quarterback in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Jon Kitna will start and Casey Bramlet will backup Kitna.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 19, 11:54 AM EST

News Story: The National Weather Service in Wilmington, Ohio is calling for a wind-chill factor of plus-5 degrees stemming from 20 mile-per-hour winds out of the northwest that could gust to 30, and a noon-time temperature of 21 degrees. Snow showers are predicted during the morning and afternoon, but not much accumulation is expected.

Fantasy Analysis: Conditions will be bad for the Bengals-Bills game also. Be careful playing any of the quarterbacks or receivers on these teams.

Source: Bengals.com
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Johnnie Morton - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Sunday, December 19, 11:53 AM EST

News Story: As expected, Morton is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Dante Hall starts for Morton.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 19, 11:52 AM EST

News Story: Bell(shoulder) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Reuben Droughns is expected to start but Bell should see playing time today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 19, 11:52 AM EST

News Story: McCardell(hamstring) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Kassim Osgood starts for McCardell.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Blaylock - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Sunday, December 19, 11:51 AM EST

News Story: Blaylock(knee) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Larry Johnson starts for Blaylock.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 19, 11:49 AM EST

News Story: The expectation in Cleveland today is for 10 to 20 inches of snow over the next 24 hours. The windchill will be well below 0 and the wind will be 25 to 20 miles per hour coming off the lake.

Fantasy Analysis: Anybody using Drew Brees or Luke McCown or the receivers for both teams should be concerned about the weather conditions.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jake Delhomme - QB, Carolina Panthers   Sunday, December 19, 8:44 AM EST

News Story: Delhomme completed 24 passes for 340 yards, two touchdowns and an interception against the Falcons.

Fantasy Analysis: Delhomme has been a great fantasy quarterback during the past 7 games or so. The Falcons were a tough defense and he was still very productive.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Nick Goings - RB, Carolina Panthers   Sunday, December 19, 8:43 AM EST

News Story: Goings rushed 24 times for 61 yards and a score against the Falcons. He als caught 3 passes for 29 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Goings may have a nice role with the team next year, pending Stephen Davis' career status. Either way, it looks like Goings will have a nice future in the NFL.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Muhsin Muhammad - WR, Carolina Panthers   Sunday, December 19, 8:42 AM EST

News Story: Muhammad caught 10 passes for 135 yards and a touchdown against the Falcons.

Fantasy Analysis: Muhammad continues his stretch as one of the hottest fantasy receivers right now. Keep him in the lineup regardless of match-up.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Keary Colbert - WR, Carolina Panthers   Sunday, December 19, 8:40 AM EST

News Story: Colbert caught 1 pass for 43 yards against the Falcons on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: Delhomme only really looked his way once. At least he caught that pass. Colbert may be a better option next year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Michael Vick - QB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:39 AM EST

News Story: Vick completed 11 passes for 154 yards, 2 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. He also rushed 8 times for 68 yards and a score.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a fantastic fantasy day for Vick owners. Too bad his fantasy season has been such a roller coaster.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Warrick Dunn - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:38 AM EST

News Story: Dunn rushed 28 times for 134 yards and a score against the Panthers.

Fantasy Analysis: With Duckett out, he really got the chance to shine as the feature back again. He may be a nice surprise for you as a starter again next week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Dez White - WR, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:37 AM EST

News Story: White caught 3 passes for 71 yards and a score against the Panthers.

Fantasy Analysis: Do not get too excited. That was only his second TD all year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Alge Crumpler - TE, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:35 AM EST

News Story: Crumpler caught 3 passes for 38 yards against the Panthers on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: It is really disappointing how little Crumpler has gotten the ball the past few weeks. It may be time to look to another starter at tight end next week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Larry Johnson - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Sunday, December 19, 8:20 AM EST

News Story: With Derrick Blaylock out for today's game, Larry Johnson will get the start.

Fantasy Analysis: Johnson has played very well the past couple weeks and now gets a chance to show it as the starting back.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Erron Kinney - TE, Tennessee Titans   Sunday, December 19, 8:19 AM EST

News Story: Kinney(ankle) has not practiced this week and is considered a game-time decision.

Fantasy Analysis: We doubt Kinney will play since he has not practiced. However, he is a game-time decision. Most likely Shad Meier will start for him.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Mason - WR, Tennessee Titans   Sunday, December 19, 8:17 AM EST

News Story: Mason(ankle) is considered a game-time decision for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Mason has been very limited this week and will workout prior to today's game. Since the game is at 4:15 PM ET, a final decision will not be made until before game time. If Mason cannot play, Eddie Berlin would start for him.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 19, 8:16 AM EST

News Story: McCardell(hamstring) has not practiced this week and will probably not play today.

Fantasy Analysis: McCardell is a game-time decision but we do not expect him to play. Kassim Osgood will start for McCardell, if he cannot play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ernie Conwell - TE, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 19, 8:15 AM EST

News Story: Conwell(back) has not practiced this week and is a game-time decision.

Fantasy Analysis: Does it really matter if he plays or not? If you are this far into the playoffs, you would not be starting him anyway.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daniel Graham - TE, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 19, 8:14 AM EST

News Story: Graham(ribs) was limited this week and is a game-time decision.

Fantasy Analysis: The Patriots play Monday night so a final decision on his status will not be made until then. We would not take a chance starting him, even though he might play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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David Givens - WR, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 19, 8:13 AM EST

News Story: Givens(ankle) has not practiced this week and is a game-time decision for Monday night's game.

Fantasy Analysis: We would not take a chance starting him if you have someone else solid to start. Since the Patriots do not play until tomorrow night a decision on his status will not be made until then.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Johnnie Morton - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Sunday, December 19, 8:12 AM EST

News Story: Morton(knee) did not practice this week and is not expected to play today.

Fantasy Analysis: Dante Hall is expected to start for Morton.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brandon Stokley - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 19, 8:11 AM EST

News Story: Stokley(groin) was able to practice Friday and is expected to play tonight.

Fantasy Analysis: The only thing that could hurt Stokley is if he gets hurt in pre-game warmups. Since the Colts don't play until tonight, he won't warm up until 7pm et. Anyway, we still expect him to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 19, 8:09 AM EST

News Story: Bell(shoulder) practiced Thursday and Friday and feels that he can play in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Bell is listed as a game-time decision. Reuben Droughns is expected to start but if Bell is healthy, he should see significant playing time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 19, 8:07 AM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) has practiced this week and is expected to play for the first time in a month.

Fantasy Analysis: William Green is expected to start but Suggs should see playing time. As long as everything goes fine in pre-game warmups, Suggs should be good to go.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 19, 8:06 AM EST

News Story: Lewis(ankle) has practiced this week and is expected to start in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis is expected to get 45 snaps or 3/4 of the carries in today's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Stanley Pritchett - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:04 AM EST

News Story: Pritchett suffered a hand injury in yesterday's game. He left the game and came back later on with a cast on his hand. We are unsure if the hand is broken or sprained.

Fantasy Analysis: Pritchett is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Dez White - WR, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 19, 8:03 AM EST

News Story: White suffered a knee injury in yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: White will have further tests in the knee today to determine the extent of the injury. At this point, he is questionable for next weeks game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Arnaz Battle - WR, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 19, 8:03 AM EST

News Story: Battle suffered a strained quad in yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Battle is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Hines Ward - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Sunday, December 19, 8:02 AM EST

News Story: Ward suffered a hip pointer in yesterday's game but did not miss any playing time.

Fantasy Analysis: Ward is probable for next weeks game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamie Winborn - LB, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 19, 8:01 AM EST

News Story: Winborn suffered a shoulder injury in yesterday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: He is questionable for next weeks game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ken Dorsey - QB, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 19, 7:58 AM EST

News Story: Dorsey suffered a broken finger and chest bruise in yesterday's game. The injuries are not serious.

Fantasy Analysis: Dorsey is probable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ben Roethlisberger - QB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 11:02 PM EST

News Story: Roethlisberger completed 18 passes for 316 yards, a touchdown, and 2 interceptions against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: The rookie keeps winning NFL games. However, he continues to do nothing impressive for fantasy owners.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jerome Bettis - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 11:01 PM EST

News Story: Bettis rushed 36 times for 140 yards and a score against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: Staley was out injured again and Bettis ran all over the Giants. Bettis has had a great year and should continue to do so for the remainder of the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Hines Ward - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 11:00 PM EST

News Story: Ward caught 9 passes for 134 yards against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: We sure hoped he would get a score too, but it was good to see him get so many touches. He is definitely worth starting every week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Antwaan Randle El - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 10:59 PM EST

News Story: Randle El caught 5 passes for 149 yards and a score against the Giants. He also threw a touchdown pass for 10 yards to Hayes.

Fantasy Analysis: He is taking his moment to shine with Burress out with injury. Look for the Steelers to continue to work him in more, even when Burress returns.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eli Manning - QB, New York Giants   Saturday, December 18, 10:58 PM EST

News Story: Manning completed 16 of 23 pass attempts for 182 yards, 2 scores and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: This was against one of the premiere defenses in the NFL so this was a very impressive step for Manning. Keep watching him this year, he may be a nice 2nd fantasy QB next year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tiki Barber - RB, New York Giants   Saturday, December 18, 10:57 PM EST

News Story: Barber rushed 18 times for 76 yards and a score against the Steelers. He also caught 5 passes for 38 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Barber continues to impress his fantasy owners. Hopefully, you still had him in the lineup, even though the offense has not been that impressive.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jeremy Shockey - TE, New York Giants   Saturday, December 18, 10:55 PM EST

News Story: Shockey caught 3 passes for 13 yards and a score against the Steelers on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: For now, Eli seems to favor the short game and loves to hit Shockey in the red zone. Even as few times as they can get there, he is a decent start at tight end.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Patrick Ramsey - QB, Washington Redskins   Saturday, December 18, 10:53 PM EST

News Story: Ramsey completed 18 of 27 pass attempts for 214 yards and a score against the 49ers on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: Every week, his stats seem to be more solid. He is getting more and more comfortable. He cannot be relied upon until he proves himself next year though.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Clinton Portis - RB, Washington Redskins   Saturday, December 18, 10:52 PM EST

News Story: Portis rushed 35 times for 110 yards and caught 23 passes for 20 yards against the 49ers.

Fantasy Analysis: He is a stud back but has not scored as often as we would have hoped for this year. Hopefully, if you have him, you enjoy his service in a performance league.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Rod Gardner - WR, Washington Redskins   Saturday, December 18, 10:51 PM EST

News Story: Gardner caught 6 passes for 111 yards against the 49ers on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: Gardner sure has a good game every now and then. However, they are not very often with no particular pattern. He is still a fantasy bench player.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Laveranues Coles - WR, Washington Redskins   Saturday, December 18, 10:50 PM EST

News Story: Coles caught 4 passes for 39 yards against the 49ers.

Fantasy Analysis: After catching 12 last week, this was a huge disappointment. Coles has not done well for fantasy owners all year. Now is not the time to roll the dice on him. He is benchwarming material.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Ken Dorsey - QB, San Francisco 49ers   Saturday, December 18, 10:49 PM EST

News Story: Dorsey completed 20 of 38 pass attempts for 206 yards, two touchdowns, and 4 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: Dorsey had broken a finger on his left hand but played through the injury. He had a tough game against the Redskins and should not be considered as a starter in the fantasy playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Saturday, December 18, 10:47 PM EST

News Story: Hicks rushed 11 times for 37 yards and caught 2 passes for 18 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Hicks got to start the game but was not overly impressive. No matter who the feature back is in San Francisco, they will not do well in this offense.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eric Johnson - TE, San Francisco 49ers   Saturday, December 18, 10:46 PM EST

News Story: Johnson caught 8 passes for 73 yards against the Redskins.

Fantasy Analysis: He is the leading receiver on this team and is one of the better options at tight end for fantasy teams.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Brandon Lloyd - WR, San Francisco 49ers   Saturday, December 18, 10:44 PM EST

News Story: Lloyd caught 4 passes for 51 yards and a score against the Redskins on Saturday.

Fantasy Analysis: It is good to see some other receivers getting some decent touches. The team wants big things from this young receiver but you need to steer clear of him this year in fantasy playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Bethel Johnson - WR, New England Patriots   Saturday, December 18, 12:18 PM EST

News Story: Johnson was added to the injury report Friday with a thigh injury. He is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Johnson will be a game-time decision. David Givens and Daniel Graham are also game-time decisions.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jake Plummer - QB, Denver Broncos   Saturday, December 18, 12:01 PM EST

News Story: Plummer was added to the injury report Friday with a groin injury.

Fantasy Analysis: Plummer did practice Friday and is probable. Expect Plummer to start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tyrone Poole - CB, New England Patriots   Saturday, December 18, 12:00 PM EST

News Story: Poole(knee) was placed on injured reserve Friday and will miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: The Patriots are very thin at cornerback and losing Poole is a big loss.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 11:58 AM EST

News Story: Staley(hamstring) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Jerome Bettis gets the start and should have a very good game against a poor Giants defense.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Saturday, December 18, 7:53 AM EST

News Story: Staley(hamstring) has not practiced all week and will be a game-time decision today.

Fantasy Analysis: The Steelers game starts at 1:30 ET, so a final decision will be made by 12:30 ET. We don't expect him to play but will wait until later this morning to make a final decision. If Staley does not play, Jerome Bettis would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Friday, December 17, 8:47 PM EST

News Story: Staley(hamstring) did not practice again Friday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Staley will be a game-time decision. However, since he has not practiced all week, he will probably not play. Jerome Bettis would start for Staley.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Johnnie Morton - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Friday, December 17, 8:45 PM EST

News Story: Morton(knee) did not practice Friday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Morton is not expected to play. Dante Hall will start for Morton.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Shad Meier - TE, Tennessee Titans   Friday, December 17, 8:45 PM EST

News Story: Meier(hip) practiced Friday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Meier is expected to play this week. If Erron Kinney cannot play, Meier would start for him.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Erron Kinney - TE, Tennessee Titans   Friday, December 17, 8:43 PM EST

News Story: Kinney(ankle) did not practice Friday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Kinney will be a game-time decision this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Aeneas Williams - S, St. Louis Rams   Friday, December 17, 6:05 PM EST

News Story: Williams(neck) did not practice Friday and is not expected to play Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: Williams will miss another game, which hurts the Rams secondary.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kevan Barlow - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Friday, December 17, 6:04 PM EST

News Story: Barlow(concussion/knee) practiced again Friday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Barlow is expected to play but will not start. He will backup Maurice Hicks and should see some playing time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Friday, December 17, 5:52 PM EST

News Story: Hicks(ribs) practiced again Friday and will play this week.

Fantasy Analysis: According to coach Erickson, Hicks will start this weekend's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tim Dwight - WR, San Diego Chargers   Friday, December 17, 5:51 PM EST

News Story: Dwight(knee) did not practice Friday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Dwight will be a game-time decision.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Friday, December 17, 5:50 PM EST

News Story: Urlacher(hamstring) did not practice Friday and was officially ruled out of this weekend's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Hunter Hillenmeyer will start for Urlacher.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Antoine Winfield - CB, Minnesota Vikings   Friday, December 17, 5:39 PM EST

News Story: Winfield(ankle) did not practice Friday and was ruled out of Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Terrance Shaw will start for Winfield.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Nail Diggs - LB, Green Bay Packers   Friday, December 17, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: Diggs(kidney) did not practice again Friday but is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: We do not expect Diggs to play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Aaron Shea - TE, Cleveland Browns   Friday, December 17, 5:37 PM EST

News Story: Shea(ankle) practiced Friday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Shea is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Friday, December 17, 5:32 PM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) practiced Friday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Suggs should be active for the first time in weeks. He will likely share carries with William Green.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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David Givens - WR, New England Patriots   Friday, December 17, 5:30 PM EST

News Story: Givens(ankle) was limited in practice Friday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Givens will be a game-time decision for this week's game. If he is unable to play, David Patten would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daniel Graham - TE, New England Patriots   Friday, December 17, 5:29 PM EST

News Story: Graham(ribs) was limited in practice Friday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Graham is a game-time decision for this weekend's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ernie Conwell - TE, New Orleans Saints   Friday, December 17, 5:28 PM EST

News Story: Conwell(back) was limited in practice Friday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Conwell will be a game-time decision for this weekend's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Friday, December 17, 5:26 PM EST

News Story: Palmer(knee) did not practice Friday and was officially ruled out of Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Jon Kitna will start for Palmer.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brandon Stokley - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Friday, December 17, 5:25 PM EST

News Story: Stokley(groin) practiced Friday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: With Stokley practicing Friday he is now expected to start this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Brown - RB, Tennessee Titans   Friday, December 17, 5:25 PM EST

News Story: Brown(toe) did not practice Friday and has been ruled out of Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Antowain Smith will start for the injured Brown.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marshall Faulk - RB, St. Louis Rams   Friday, December 17, 5:24 PM EST

News Story: Faulk(knee) practiced Friday and was named the starter for this weekend's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Faulk will start and Steven Jackson will share carries with Faulk.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marc Bulger - QB, St. Louis Rams   Friday, December 17, 5:23 PM EST

News Story: Bulger(shoulder) threw lightly Friday but has been ruled out of Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Chris Chandler will start for Bulger.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Friday, December 17, 5:22 PM EST

News Story: Broncos coach Mike Shanahan acknowledged seeing improvement in running back Tatum Bell, but the coach stopped short of saying he will be available Sunday when Denver plays at Kansas City. Bell suffered a shoulder separation in last Sunday's 20-17 victory over Miami, but still finished with 123 yards and two touchdowns. "Tatum is still a little bit better," Shanahan said Friday. "It's still quite sore and it is still a game-time decision." Quarterback Jake Plummer said he welcomed Bell's presence in the lineup and as a change of pace to Reuben Droughns.

Fantasy Analysis: Bell will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game.

Source: AP
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Plaxico Burress - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Friday, December 17, 5:21 PM EST

News Story: Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Plaxico Burress will sit out Dec. 18 against the New York Giants, his fourth consecutive game missed because of a sore hamstring. Burress, Pittsburgh's most reliable downfield receiver, ran pass patterns in practice earlier this week and was optimistic about playing. But he was downgraded from questionable to out after talking with trainer John Norwig.

Fantasy Analysis: Antwan Randle El starts for Burress.

Source: AP
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Luther Elliss - DL, Denver Broncos   Friday, December 17, 5:20 PM EST

News Story: The Broncos announced Friday morning that the veteran defensive tackle would miss the rest of the 2004 season with a herniated disc in his lower back. The team placed him on injured reserve later in the afternoon. Broncos Head Athletic Trainer Steve Antonopulos said in a release that Elliss' injury is similar to the one incurred by fellow defensive lineman Trevor Pryce. Pryce underwent back surgery in late September and has not played since, having now missed 12 consecutive games. He only returned to practice last week.

Fantasy Analysis: Elliss is done for the year.

Source: DenverBroncos.com
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Steve McNair - QB, Tennessee Titans   Friday, December 17, 5:17 PM EST

News Story: Tennessee quarterback Steve McNair will miss the final three games of the season and undergo surgery to strengthen the bruised sternum that has plagued him most of the year. Coach Jeff Fisher said the two reached the decision Dec. 17. Fisher said a chief consideration is that McNair, the NFL's co-MVP last season, will need the surgery even if he never plays football again to fix the damage caused by three injuries to his sternum.

Fantasy Analysis: Billy Volek will start for McNair.

Source: AP
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Friday, December 17, 5:07 PM EST

News Story: Lewis(ankle) practiced Friday and is expected to start Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis is healthy and will be in for at least 45 plays.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Friday, December 17, 5:05 PM EST

News Story: McCardell(hamstring) did not practice Friday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: McCardell will be a game-time decision for this weekend's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Friday, December 17, 5:01 PM EST

News Story: Owens(back) practiced Friday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Owens is expected to start this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Larry Johnson - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Friday, December 17, 7:59 AM EST

News Story: Johnson is expected to start for the Chiefs this weekend in place of Derrick Blaylock. Omar Easy is expected to backup Johnson.

Fantasy Analysis: We received a question about why Derrick Blaylock was a game-time decision. Even though the Chiefs have said that Johnson will start they still list Blaylock as questionable. We do not expect Blaylock to start or play and expect Johnson to be in the starting lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marcus Stroud - DT, Jacksonville Jaguars   Thursday, December 16, 10:07 PM EST

News Story: Stroud(knee) did not practice Thursday but is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Even if Stroud doesn't practice, he is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Oakland Raiders   Thursday, December 16, 10:06 PM EST

News Story: Warren Sapp returned to practice this week while Ted Washington has not been able to practice.

Fantasy Analysis: It looks like Sapp will be back in the lineup while Washington will miss another game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tim Dwight - WR, San Diego Chargers   Thursday, December 16, 10:04 PM EST

News Story: Dwight(knee) did not practice again Thursday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Dwight could miss another game due to the knee injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Thursday, December 16, 10:03 PM EST

News Story: McCardell(hamstring) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: McCardell will try to practice tomorrow but if he can't he probably will not play. Kassim Osgood would start if McCardell cannot play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Al Singleton - LB, Dallas Cowboys   Thursday, December 16, 10:01 PM EST

News Story: Singleton(groin) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Scott Shanle will start if Singleton is unable to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tracy White - LB, Seattle Seahawks   Thursday, December 16, 10:00 PM EST

News Story: White(hamstring) practiced again Thursday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: White returns to the starting lineup this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ken Dilger - TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Thursday, December 16, 10:00 PM EST

News Story: Dilger(ribs) did not practice again Thursday but is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Dilger should be back at practice tomorrow and is expected to start this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Nick Goings - RB, Carolina Panthers   Thursday, December 16, 10:00 PM EST

News Story: Goings(ankle) returned to practice Thursday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Goings is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamaar Taylor - WR, New York Giants   Thursday, December 16, 6:55 PM EST

News Story: Taylor(quad) did not practice Thursday and will not play this week.

Fantasy Analysis: Willie Ponder fills in as the third receiver.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kris Wilson - TE, Kansas City Chiefs   Thursday, December 16, 6:49 PM EST

News Story: Wilson(ankle) practiced again Thursday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Wilson has been practicing for a few weeks now but has not had an opportunity to play. He will play sometime over the next three games.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kansas City Chiefs   Thursday, December 16, 6:48 PM EST

News Story: Vonnie Holliday, Greg Wesley and Jerome Woods have not played the last three weeks and have not practiced this week.

Fantasy Analysis: None of these three starters is expected to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ernie Conwell - TE, New Orleans Saints   Thursday, December 16, 6:46 PM EST

News Story: Conwell(back) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Conwell will be a game-time decision Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Trent Green - QB, Kansas City Chiefs   Thursday, December 16, 6:45 PM EST

News Story: Green(ribs) practiced again Thursday and is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Green will be in the starting lineup this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Johnnie Morton - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Thursday, December 16, 6:44 PM EST

News Story: Morton(knee) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Morton is not expected to play but he will be a game-time decision. If Morton does not play, Dante Hall would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Blaylock - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Thursday, December 16, 6:38 PM EST

News Story: Blaylock(knee) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Blaylock will likely be a game-time decision. However, it doesn't appear that he will play. If he isn't able to go, Larry Johnson would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Thursday, December 16, 6:36 PM EST

News Story: Lewis(ankle) practiced Thursday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis is expected to start Sunday and get a 3/4 load.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Adrian Wilson - S, Arizona Cardinals   Thursday, December 16, 6:35 PM EST

News Story: Wilson(shoulder) returned to practice Thursday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Wilson is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Emmitt Smith - RB, Arizona Cardinals   Thursday, December 16, 6:33 PM EST

News Story: Smith(ankle) returned to practice Thursday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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David Givens - WR, New England Patriots   Thursday, December 16, 6:32 PM EST

News Story: Givens(ankle) was limited in practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Givens will be a game-time decision this week. David Patten would start for Givens if he is unable to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daniel Graham - TE, New England Patriots   Thursday, December 16, 6:32 PM EST

News Story: Graham(ribs) was limited in practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Graham will be a game-time decision this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marc Bulger - QB, St. Louis Rams   Thursday, December 16, 6:30 PM EST

News Story: Bulger(shoulder) threw again on Thursday and has a chance at backing up Chris Chandler this week.

Fantasy Analysis: Chris Chandler gets the start and Bulger will likely back up Chandler.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steven Jackson - RB, St. Louis Rams   Thursday, December 16, 6:29 PM EST

News Story: Jackson(knee) practiced again Thursday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Jackson is expected to play this weekend and share carries with Faulk. We will add Jackson to the Crystal Ball Rankings for Friday's update.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marshall Faulk - RB, St. Louis Rams   Thursday, December 16, 6:27 PM EST

News Story: Faulk(knee) was limited in practice Thursday but remains probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Don't worry about Faulk, he will be ready to play and is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Zach Thomas - LB, Miami Dolphins   Thursday, December 16, 6:25 PM EST

News Story: Thomas(hamstring) did not practice Thursday and is not expected to play this week.

Fantasy Analysis: Derrick Pope is expected to start for Thomas.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Nail Diggs - LB, Green Bay Packers   Thursday, December 16, 6:22 PM EST

News Story: Diggs(kidney) did not practice Thursday and will be a game-time decision this weekend.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait and see until this weekend if Diggs will play. We seriously doubt he will though.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Thursday, December 16, 6:19 PM EST

News Story: Urlacher(hamstring) did not practice Thursday and is not expected to play.

Fantasy Analysis: Urlacher will likely miss the rest of the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Aaron Shea - TE, Cleveland Browns   Thursday, December 16, 6:18 PM EST

News Story: Shea(ankle) did not practice Thursday but is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Shea will try to practice tomorrow but might not play. Keith Heinrich would start if Shea cannot play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Thursday, December 16, 6:17 PM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) practiced again Thursday but remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Suggs has a good chance of playing after missing the last few games. William Green would start but we would expect both backs to share playing time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Fernando Bryant - CB, Detroit Lions   Thursday, December 16, 6:00 PM EST

News Story: Bryant(ankle) was limited in practice Thursday and remains questionable. Bryant will likely be a game-time decision.

Fantasy Analysis: If Bryant is unable to play, Andre Goodman would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Thursday, December 16, 5:53 PM EST

News Story: Bell(shoulder) practiced Thursday but remains questionable. Bell has a third degree shoulder separation which is very painful.

Fantasy Analysis: If Bell can play with the pain, he will likely play this week. Reuben Droughns would start but Bell would share carries with him.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steve McNair - QB, Tennessee Titans   Thursday, December 16, 5:50 PM EST

News Story: McNair(sternum) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable. According to coach Fisher, "If we make a decision not to play Steve the remainder of the season then obviously we will make that public. We are still talking about that right now. I may very well have an answer for you tomorrow and that could be we will see how he is or he is going to play. The other may be the case where we decide not to. We are still talking and we will be meeting on that again this evening".

Fantasy Analysis: McNair will likely not play the rest of the season. Look for Billy Volek to start this week.

Source: titansonline.com
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Chris Brown - RB, Tennessee Titans   Thursday, December 16, 5:48 PM EST

News Story: Brown(toe) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable. According to coach Fisher, "We are going to send Chris Brown to see Dr. Andrews tomorrow just to have him look at the toe. We just want to make sure we are doing the right things and we are not going to subject him to further injury or risk".

Fantasy Analysis: Brown will be a game-time decision this weekend.

Source: titansonline.com
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Erron Kinney - TE, Tennessee Titans   Thursday, December 16, 5:41 PM EST

News Story: Kinney did not practice Thursday and is questionable. According to coach Fisher, "It is sore. It's not a high ankle, but it's a lateral ankle sprain. He has a great deal of swelling. We have to get that swelling out of there."

Fantasy Analysis: Kinney will be a game-time decision.

Source: titansonline.com
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Plaxico Burress - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Thursday, December 16, 5:41 PM EST

News Story: Burress(hamstring) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Burress is not expected to play this week. Look for Antwan Randle El to start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Deltha Oneal - CB, Cincinnati Bengals   Thursday, December 16, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: O'Neal(ankle) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: O'Neal will likely miss another game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Antoine Winfield - CB, Buffalo Bills   Thursday, December 16, 5:37 PM EST

News Story: Winfield(ankle) was limited in practice Thursday but was upgraded from doubtful to questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: It sounds like Winfield has a chance to play but we will not know for sure until game time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Rogers Beckett - S, Cincinnati Bengals   Thursday, December 16, 5:36 PM EST

News Story: Beckett(ankle) did not practice Thursday and was downgraded to doubtful.

Fantasy Analysis: Beckett will not play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Perry - RB, Cincinnati Bengals   Thursday, December 16, 5:35 PM EST

News Story: Perry(abdomen) practiced Thursday but was downgraded to questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Does it really matter if Perry plays? He has not value this point in the year anyway.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Mark Brown - LB, New York Jets   Thursday, December 16, 5:34 PM EST

News Story: Even though Victor Hobson is healthy enough to practice, Brown will start this weekend's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Brown has played well and will stay in the starting lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Luke McCown - QB, Cleveland Browns   Thursday, December 16, 5:30 PM EST

News Story: On Thursday, McCown was announced as the starting quarterback for this week's game.

Fantasy Analysis: With Jeff Garcia out for the season and Kelly Holcomb not healthy enough to play, McCown gets the start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tony Romo - QB, Dallas Cowboys   Thursday, December 16, 5:30 PM EST

News Story: Romo has been promoted to backup quarterback and Drew Henson has been demoted to third string.

Fantasy Analysis: It sounds like Romo might get a chance to play sometime over the next three weeks. We will have to wait and see.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Thursday, December 16, 5:29 PM EST

News Story: Palmer(knee) did not practice Thursday and has been ruled out of Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Jon Kitna starts for the injured Palmer.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brandon Stokley - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Thursday, December 16, 5:29 PM EST

News Story: Stokley(groin) was limited in practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Stokley will try to participate in practice tomorrow but if not, will have a tough time playing. He will likely be a game-time decision. If Stokley cannot play, Troy Walters would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kevan Barlow - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Thursday, December 16, 5:23 PM EST

News Story: Barlow(concussion/knee) practiced Thursday but remains questionable. Barlow had injured his knee in practice Wednesday but is fine.

Fantasy Analysis: It appears like Barlow will be able to play this weekend. It will most likely be as backup as Hicks is expected to start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Thursday, December 16, 5:22 PM EST

News Story: Hicks(ribs) practiced Thursday and is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Hicks is expected to play this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Thursday, December 16, 5:20 PM EST

News Story: Staley(hamstring) did not practice Thursday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: If Staley is unable to practice Friday, Jerome Bettis has a good chance of starting.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Thursday, December 16, 5:19 PM EST

News Story: Owens(back) did not practice Thursday and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Owens says he will play this weekend and we believe him.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marshall Faulk - RB, St. Louis Rams   Wednesday, December 15, 9:13 PM EST

News Story: Faulk(knee) practiced Wednesday and is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Faulk missed the last two games and appears ready to play. With the injury to Steven Jackson, Faulk will most likely start this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Samari Rolle - CB, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 9:11 PM EST

News Story: Rolle(knee) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: It is unknown whether Rolle will be able to play this week. We should know more later in the week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Albert Haynesworth - DE, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 9:09 PM EST

News Story: Haynesworth(elbow) did not practice Wednesday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Haynesworth will try to practice later in the week but will probably not be available to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ernie Conwell - TE, New Orleans Saints   Wednesday, December 15, 9:07 PM EST

News Story: Conwell(back) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait until later in the week to see how Conwell responds to treatment.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Aeneas Williams - S, St. Louis Rams   Wednesday, December 15, 9:06 PM EST

News Story: St. Louis Rams free safety Aeneas Williams probably will be sidelined for the remainder of the season with a neck injury. Williams, an eight-time Pro Bowl player, met with team doctors Wednesday about an arthritic condition. Coach Mike Martz expects Williams to decide his future soon regarding an injury that could be career-threatening. "I told him to take the night and I gave him two alternatives," Martz said. "Aeneas is probably done for a while."

Fantasy Analysis: Williams is not expected to play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tyrone Wheatley - RB, Oakland Raiders   Wednesday, December 15, 9:05 PM EST

News Story: Wheatley(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday and will not play this week.

Fantasy Analysis: He will miss his fourth game. Amos Zereoue starts for Wheatley.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Ken Dilger - TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:49 PM EST

News Story: Dilger(ribs) did not practice Wednesday but is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Dilger is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:48 PM EST

News Story: McCardell(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait until later in the week to see if McCardell will be able to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steven Jackson - RB, St. Louis Rams   Wednesday, December 15, 7:47 PM EST

News Story: Jackson(knee) participated in practice Wednesday but is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait and see how the knee is and whether he will be able to play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Emmitt Smith - RB, Arizona Cardinals   Wednesday, December 15, 7:46 PM EST

News Story: Smith(toe) did not practice Wednesday but is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith is getting some rest and will be back at practice later this week and start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Erron Kinney - TE, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 7:46 PM EST

News Story: Kinney(ankle) did not practice Wednesday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait until later in the week to see if Kinney is able to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Mason - WR, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 7:45 PM EST

News Story: Mason(ankle) did not practice Wednesday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Mason finished out the Monday night game and should be back at practice later this week and start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steve McNair - QB, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 7:44 PM EST

News Story: McNair(sternum) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: McNair is not expected to play; Billy Volek will start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Brown - RB, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 7:44 PM EST

News Story: Brown(toe) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Brown will probably not practice this week but should be able to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Deltha ONeal - CB, Cincinnati Bengals   Wednesday, December 15, 7:39 PM EST

News Story: O'Neal(ankle) did not practice Wednesday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: O'Neal has missed the last couple games and might not play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marc Bulger - QB, St. Louis Rams   Wednesday, December 15, 7:37 PM EST

News Story: Bulger(shoulder) was limited in practice today and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: He will attempt to practice with the team Friday and if he is successful he should be able to start. If not, Chris Chandler starts.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Blaylock - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Wednesday, December 15, 6:34 PM EST

News Story: Blaylock(knee) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will have to wait until later in the week to see if Blaylock can play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Johnnie Morton - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Wednesday, December 15, 6:32 PM EST

News Story: Morton(knee) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Morton will attempt to practice later in the week. If he is unable to play, Dante Hall would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jerome Bettis - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Wednesday, December 15, 6:31 PM EST

News Story: Jerome Bettis is thinking about retiring. The Pittsburgh Steelers running back said his health -- not whether the Steelers win the Super Bowl -- will determine whether he plays in 2005. Bettis missed significant playing time in 2001 and 2002 with groin and knee injuries, but hasn't missed a game since.

Fantasy Analysis: Very interesting stuff from Bettis. He is not getting any younger and the pounding has to take a toll on him.

Source: AP
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Wednesday, December 15, 6:16 PM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) returned to practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: If Suggs is able to practice all week he could return this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kelly Holcomb - QB, Cleveland Browns   Wednesday, December 15, 6:15 PM EST

News Story: Holcomb(ribs) was limited in practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Luke McCown is expected to start this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Wednesday, December 15, 6:13 PM EST

News Story: Broncos tailback Tatum Bell was shooting to return to practice by Thursday after separating his shoulder during a breakout performance against the Dolphins last week. Coach Mike Shanahan said if the rookie can work out Thursday and Friday, there's a good chance he can play in Denver's game Sunday at Kansas City. "He's feeling good," Shanahan said. "It's encouraging that (the trainer) thinks he can practice Thursday and Friday.

Fantasy Analysis: Bell is listed as questionable. If he is able to play, he will share time with Reuben Droughns.

Source: AP
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Darrell Jackson - WR, Seattle Seahawks   Wednesday, December 15, 6:12 PM EST

News Story: Seattle receiver Darrell Jackson traveled to join his family after his father's death and won't practice all week. He's expected to start, however, when the Seahawks visit the New York Jets this weekend.

Fantasy Analysis: Jackson is expected to rejoin the Seahawks (7-6) after services, scheduled for Dec. 17-18 in Tampa, Fla. "We're making arrangements for him to fly from Tampa to New York on Saturday night," coach Mike Holmgren said.

Source: AP
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Wednesday, December 15, 6:11 PM EST

News Story: Hicks(ribs) practiced Wednesday and is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Hicks is expected to start in Sunday's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Kevan Barlow - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Wednesday, December 15, 6:10 PM EST

News Story: Barlow(concussion) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Even if Barlow is healthy, we expect Maurice Hicks to start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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John Hall - K, Washington Redskins   Wednesday, December 15, 6:04 PM EST

News Story: Redskins kicker John Hall will be placed on the Injured Reserve list. Hall has an upper quad injury and will be sidelined for the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: To replace him, the Redskins are expected to sign third-year kicker Jeff Chandler.

Source: redskins.com
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Wednesday, December 15, 6:03 PM EST

News Story: Staley(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday but is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Staley is fine and expects to start this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamaar Taylor - WR, New York Giants   Wednesday, December 15, 6:01 PM EST

News Story: Taylor(quad) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Taylor did not practice last week and might miss this week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Plaxico Burress - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Wednesday, December 15, 5:57 PM EST

News Story: Burress(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Burress feels he is close to 100% and expects to play this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marcus Stroud - DL, Jacksonville Jaguars   Wednesday, December 15, 5:56 PM EST

News Story: Stroud(knee) did not practice Wednesday but is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Stroud needed a day of rest and will play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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George Wrighster - TE, Jacksonville Jaguars   Wednesday, December 15, 5:55 PM EST

News Story: Wrighster(back) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as out.

Fantasy Analysis: Wrighster will not play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Nail Diggs - LB, Green Bay Packers   Wednesday, December 15, 5:52 PM EST

News Story: Diggs(back/kidney) did not practice Wednesday but is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: It looks like Diggs will practice later this week and could be back in the starting lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tony Hollings - RB, Houston Texans   Wednesday, December 15, 5:51 PM EST

News Story: Hollings(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as doubtful.

Fantasy Analysis: Hollings is expected to miss another game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Wednesday, December 15, 5:51 PM EST

News Story: Urlacher(hamstring) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as doubtful.

Fantasy Analysis: Urlacher is not expected to play this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Desmond Clark - TE, Chicago Bears   Wednesday, December 15, 5:45 PM EST

News Story: Clark(ribs) practiced Wednesday and is listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Clark is expected back in the starting lineup this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brandon Stokley - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Wednesday, December 15, 5:44 PM EST

News Story: Stokley(groin) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: We will monitor Stokley the next few days to see if he can practice. If not, it will likely come down to a decision Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Wednesday, December 15, 5:43 PM EST

News Story: Lewis(ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday and is questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis will be back at practice later this week and is expected to start and play 3/4 of the game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Wednesday, December 15, 5:41 PM EST

News Story: Palmer(knee) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Bengals quarterback Carson Palmer, his left knee still in a cast, used crutches to walk into a Paul Brown Stadium news conference late Wednesday afternoon to say he'll definitely play in the last two games of the season. But he admitted that playing tbis Sunday against the Bills, "is going to be tough and probably isn't going to be ready, but I'll be ready next week (against the Giants)." But Palmer's status for this Sunday won't be revealed until 90 minutes before the game.

Source: Bengals.com
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Wednesday, December 15, 5:40 PM EST

News Story: Owens(back) did not practice Wednesday and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Owens should be back at practice tomorrow and is expected to play this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Antoine Winfield - CB, Minnesota Vikings   Wednesday, December 15, 5:39 PM EST

News Story: Antoine Winfield, who leads the team in tackles, special teams tackles and interceptions, is doubtful for Sunday's game at Detroit with a sprained left ankle.

Fantasy Analysis: Winfield did not practice Wednesday and probably will not play this week.

Source: AP
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Raonall Smith - LB, Minnesota Vikings   Wednesday, December 15, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: Linebacker Raonall Smith was placed on injured reserve by the Minnesota Vikings, ending his season due to the lingering effects of a concussion. Smith suffered the injury for the second time in a game against the New York Giants on Oct. 31 and hasn't played since. Smith was nearing a return, but the Vikings needed secondary depth so they brought cornerback Rhett Nelson up from the practice squad.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith is out for the season.

Source: AP
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Joey Harrington - QB, Detroit Lions   Wednesday, December 15, 5:36 PM EST

News Story: Joey Harrington still is Detroit's No. 1 quarterback. "He's been the starter all along and while we had some discussion about the quarterback position, and some other positions, we decided to stay the same at that position," Lions coach Steve Mariucci said. "It's my decision."

Fantasy Analysis: Harrington will start this week's game.

Source: AP
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Nick Goings - RB, Carolina Panthers   Wednesday, December 15, 5:22 PM EST

News Story: Goings(ankle) did not practice Wednesday but is probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Goings is expected to start this weekend.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Billy Volek - QB, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 8:01 AM EST

News Story: Quarterback Billy Volek sprained the wrist on his non-throwing arm and will be listed as probable.

Fantasy Analysis: Volek is expected to play this week.

Source: Tennessean.com
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Drew Bennett - WR, Tennessee Titans   Wednesday, December 15, 7:57 AM EST

News Story: Wide receiver Drew Bennett has a thigh contusion but will be probable for Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Bennett is expected to start Sunday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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James Harrison - LB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:56 AM EST

News Story: Coach Bill Cowher has bypassed Alonzo Jackson, his second-round draft choice in 2003, in favor of James Harrison to replace injured Clark Haggans at left outside linebacker Saturday against the New York Giants. But, in a Solomon-like decision, Cowher will split the job with Harrison playing linebacker on running downs and Jackson playing left end in the nickel and dime defenses.

Fantasy Analysis: Harrison gets the start for the injured Haggans.

Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Chad Scott - CB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:54 AM EST

News Story: familiar face, if not number, returned to the Steelers' defense in practice yesterday. Chad Scott, wearing a plain jersey, ran defenses with the scout team at left cornerback. Scott has not played since a thigh muscle was torn Oct. 17 in Dallas. He won't play this week. "It felt pretty good. I moved around pretty good."

Fantasy Analysis: Scott probably will not play until the playoffs.

Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Gibril Wilson - S, New York Giants   Wednesday, December 15, 7:53 AM EST

News Story: Safety Gibril Wilson said he's no closer to playing because of the slow-healing burner in his shoulder. The rookie obviously is in danger of not playing again this season, but understandably is eager to get on the field. "We want to win these last games and definitely I'm going to be trying to come back," he said. "It depends on what the doctors say."

Fantasy Analysis: Wilson is not expected to play this week.

Source: NJ.com
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Kansas City Chiefs   Wednesday, December 15, 7:50 AM EST

News Story: Vermeil said the following players were dealing with injuries on Tuesday: DT Ryan Sims, questionable with a mild ankle sprain; WR Johnnie Morton, probable with a mild knee strain; OT Chris Bober, who sat out Monday night because of a toe sprain, questionable; S Jerome Woods, doubtful and seeking a second opinion about the bruise on his knee; and DE Vonnie Holliday, out with a groin injury.

Fantasy Analysis: Derrick Blaylock wasn't listed on the post injury report so it sounds like his knee injury is not significant and that he will be able to play this week.

Source: Kansas City Star
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Detroit Lions   Wednesday, December 15, 7:46 AM EST

News Story: Steve Mariucci wants to play Mike McMahon over starter Joey Harrington, but Matt Millen has expressed resistance. President Matt Millen has been unhappy with the offensive strategy and playcalling and also believes the Lions should be playing some

Fantasy Analysis: Based on Millen's comments, it would appear that Harrington will start this week.

Source: Detroit Free Press
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:41 AM EST

News Story: Maurice Hicks will start in place of Kevan Barlow against the Redskins. Hicks ran for 139 yards against the Cardinals in his first NFL start. Barlow averages just 3.2 yards per carry this season, with 629 yards and six touchdowns.

Fantasy Analysis: Apparently Hicks is healthy enough to play this week. He played well in his first start and should continue to get better.

Source: AP
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Chris Gamble - CB, Carolina Panthers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:40 AM EST

News Story: Cornerback Chris Gamble strained his groin but said after the game he didn't believe that would sideline him against the Falcons.

Fantasy Analysis: Gamble will be questionable but is expected to play this week.

Source: Charlotte Observer
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Jake Delhomme - QB, Carolina Panthers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:32 AM EST

News Story: Quarterback Jake Delhomme's broken right thumb continues to heal. He broke the thumb against San Francisco a month ago but never missed a game. "It's good; I can't say it's 100 percent, but it's by far the best it's felt," Delhomme said Tuesday. "Taking the snap is usually the hardest part. It's getting better. I noticed a big improvement after the Tampa game (Nov. 28). I wasn't hurting as much on Monday. That's when I knew I was getting better. "And I didn't hit it last weekend; that always helps, too." Delhomme said throwing the football is painless.

Fantasy Analysis: Delhomme has played well with the broken digit. He continues to be probable and will start.

Source: Charlotte Observer
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Will Heller - TE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:31 AM EST

News Story: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers placed tight end Will Heller on injured reserve Tuesday with a sprained hip and activated rookie tight end Nate Lawrie from the practice squad. Heller had 12 receptions for 98 yards and one touchdown in 10 games this season. Lawrie was the Buccaneers' sixth-round pick in April's draft.

Fantasy Analysis: Heller was the teams third tight end so this is not a great loss.

Source: AP
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Ahmed Plummer - CB, San Francisco 49ers   Wednesday, December 15, 7:30 AM EST

News Story: San Francisco cornerback Ahmed Plummer, who hasn't played since Oct. 17, was placed on injured reserve Tuesday because a bulging disc in his neck. Plummer, a five-year veteran who signed a $25 million contract in March, has been bothered by neck problems since last season. The 49ers (2-11) hoped he could return this year, but Plummer's neck hasn't responded well enough to rehabilitation. San Francisco has been without either of its starting cornerbacks since Week 6. Mike Rumph broke his arm in a game on Oct. 3, ending his season.

Fantasy Analysis: Dewaine Carpenter has been starting for Plummer since he was injured many weeks ago.

Source: AP
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L.J. Shelton - OL, Arizona Cardinals   Wednesday, December 15, 7:29 AM EST

News Story: The Arizona Cardinals placed offensive tackle L.J. Shelton on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his season. The 6-foot-6, 335-pound lineman hurt his left knee in overtime Sunday during Arizona's 31-28 loss to San Francisco. He had an MRI exam on Monday.

Fantasy Analysis: Coach Dennis Green said Anthony Clement would start at right tackle this Sunday against the St. Louis Rams.

Source: AP
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Rex Tucker - OL, Chicago Bears   Tuesday, December 14, 7:41 PM EST

News Story: Coming off their worst offensive performance of the season, the Chicago Bears placed guard Rex Tucker on injured reserve with a strained hamstring. Tucker, 27, has played in six games this season, starting five at right guard. He was among five offensive starters who were inactive for last Sunday's 22-3 loss at Jacksonville. The Bears mustered just 210 yards and 10 first downs in the loss. A third-round pick in 1999 out of Texas A&M, Tucker has started 28 of 36 games in his six seasons with the Bears.

Fantasy Analysis: Tucker is gone for the season.

Source: AP
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Jeff Faine - OL, Cleveland Browns   Tuesday, December 14, 7:40 PM EST

News Story: The Browns placed center Jeff Faine on injured reserve Tuesday, the 18th player and ninth starter Cleveland has lost for the season. Faine injured his ankle in last weekend's loss at Buffalo on the same play that ended quarterback Jeff Garcia's season. Garcia was placed on injured reserve with a torn knee ligament. An MRI revealed Faine suffered ligament damage and will need six weeks to recover. Left tackle Ross Verba is Cleveland's only remaining starter on the offensive line.

Fantasy Analysis: Faine is gone for the season.

Source: AP
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Steve McNair - QB, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 7:38 PM EST

News Story: Tennessee quarterback Steve McNair could sit out the final three games of the season with a bruised sternum that has kept him from playing the past two games. With the Titans (4-9) officially eliminated from playoff contention, coach Jeff Fisher said Tuesday that he will talk with McNair in the next few days to decide the immediate future.

Fantasy Analysis: The way Billy Volek is playing there is no reason for McNair to play. Look for him to sit out the rest of the season.

Source: AP
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Tim Euhus - TE, Buffalo Bills   Tuesday, December 14, 7:38 PM EST

News Story: The Buffalo Bills placed rookie Tim Euhus on injured reserve with a right knee injury Tuesday, the second tight end the team has lost this season. Euhus had been out since hurting his right knee in Buffalo's 42-32 win at Miami on Dec. 5. The Bills didn't provide any details on the injury, but coach Mike Mularkey said Monday that Euhus may need surgery. A fourth-round pick out of Oregon State, Euhus had 11 catches for 98 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games backing up Mark Campbell.

Fantasy Analysis: The Bills lose another tight end for the season.

Source: AP
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Antoine Winfield - CB, Minnesota Vikings   Tuesday, December 14, 7:02 PM EST

News Story: After missing Sunday's game, Winfield is expected to practice this week and start Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: After last week's game the Vikings desperately need Winfield back in the lineup and it appears that he will be ready.

Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune
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Jeff Garcia - QB, Cleveland Browns   Tuesday, December 14, 6:24 PM EST

News Story: Garcia was placed on injured reserve today.

Fantasy Analysis: Josh Harris was signed Tuesday to take Garcia's roster spot.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Erron Kinney - TE, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: Kinney suffered a sprained ankle in Monday night's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Kinney is questionable for this week's game. If he is unable to play, Shad Meier would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derrick Blaylock - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 5:38 PM EST

News Story: Blaylock suffered a sprained knee in Monday night's game.

Fantasy Analysis: He is questionable for next week's game. If he is unable to play, Larry Johnson would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Tuesday, December 14, 12:24 PM EST

News Story: If Hicks is healthy this week, he will be the starter according to 49ers coach Dennis Erickson. Both Hicks and Kevan Barlow are questionable for this week's game.

Fantasy Analysis: It appears that Barlow has lost his starting job. Hicks will likely start but a final decision will not be made until later in the week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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T.J. Duckett - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Tuesday, December 14, 12:23 PM EST

News Story: Atlanta Falcons running back T.J. Duckett, who rushed for a career-high four touchdowns Sunday, will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee Tuesday. Duckett, who splits time in the backfield with Warrick Dunn, is expected to be sidelined for at least two weeks.

Fantasy Analysis: Duckett will miss the next two games at least. He could be back in week 17 but the Falcons might wait for the playoffs. Warrick Dunn will get all the work at running back.

Source: AP
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Billy Volek - QB, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 8:07 AM EST

News Story: Volek completed 29 passes for 426 yards and 4 touchdowns against the Chiefs.

Fantasy Analysis: Volek may not have won the game, but he is much better than the average backup QB. Start him if you have him - when Mcnair is having to sit.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chris Brown - RB, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 8:06 AM EST

News Story: Brown rushed 15 times for 91 yards and a score against the Chiefs.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a decent night considering the fact that most owners did noit even expect him to play last night.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Drew Bennett - WR, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 8:03 AM EST

News Story: Bennett caught 12 passes for 233 yards and 3 scores against the Chiefs on Monday night.

Fantasy Analysis: What a phenomenal night for Bennett. Think about this, Volek threw his way 17 times! As long as Volek is in, Bennett is a MUST-start.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Derrick Mason - WR, Tennessee Titans   Tuesday, December 14, 8:02 AM EST

News Story: Mason caught 3 passes for 22 yards and a score against the Chiefs.

Fantasy Analysis: It was simply Bennett's big night. Mason is still a #1 or #2 starter for your team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Trent Green - QB, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 8:01 AM EST

News Story: Green completed 18 passes for 244 yards and 3 touchdowns against the Titans.

Fantasy Analysis: Week 1 of most playoffs is a great time for green to come up big for fantasy owners.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Larry Johnson - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 8:00 AM EST

News Story: Johnson carried the ball 7 times for 104 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Titans on Monday night.

Fantasy Analysis: Johnson took an opportunity to show off some big play-ability. He still shares the backfield with Blaylock.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Derrick Blaylock - RB, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 7:59 AM EST

News Story: Blaylock carried the ball 14 times for 51 yards and a score against the Titans.

Fantasy Analysis: Even though he shares the backfield with johnson, he is still worth a shot as your second starting RB.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tony Gonzalez - TE, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 7:58 AM EST

News Story: Gonzalez caught 7 passes for 76 yards against the Titans.

Fantasy Analysis: He syure gets plenty of touches. However, he has not been as much of a scoring threat as he usually is.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eddie Kennison - WR, Kansas City Chiefs   Tuesday, December 14, 7:56 AM EST

News Story: Kennison caught 2 passes for 67 yards and two touchdowns on Monday night against the Titans.

Fantasy Analysis: Kennison appears to be the latest favorite for scoring through the air in recent weeks. However, expect this production to drop for him at any moment.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Brian Griese - QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Tuesday, December 14, 7:15 AM EST

News Story: Coach Jon Gruden stressed Monday that his team isn't going to start pulling veterans for untested young players. And that includes quarterback Brian Griese. "I'm not going to disrupt what Brian Griese (has done)," Gruden said. "Brian Griese has thrown for (69.6) percent. He's doing a phenomenal job."

Fantasy Analysis: Griese has played well and will continue to start for the rest of the season.

Source: Tampa Bay Online
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Seattle Seahawks   Tuesday, December 14, 7:12 AM EST

News Story: Defensive tackles Rocky Bernard and Marcus Tubbs didn't play against the Vikings, and they won't play again Sunday. Holmgren said the earliest Bernard will return is Dec. 26 against the Arizona Cardinals, and Tubbs appears to be slated for an even later return. Linebackers Chad Brown and Tracy White might return for the Jets game. Brown becomes an added bonus, because he can rush from Wistrom's spot off the edge in the nickel defense.

Fantasy Analysis: The defense is pretty banged up but the Seahawks should get a couple starters back this week.

Source: Seattle Times
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Tuesday, December 14, 7:11 AM EST

News Story: Duce Staley, who left the game Sunday in the fourth quarter when his hamstring bothered him, is listed as probable this week. As long as Staley remains healthy enough, he will start and Jerome Bettis will continue to share some snaps, as they did Sunday against the Jets.

Fantasy Analysis: Staley is probable and will start this week.

Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Plaxico Burress - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Tuesday, December 14, 7:11 AM EST

News Story: Receiver Plaxico Burress, who has missed the past three games with a hamstring, again is listed as questionable,

Fantasy Analysis: With the short week, Burress might not be ready to play. We should know more later in the week.

Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Clark Haggans - LB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Tuesday, December 14, 7:10 AM EST

News Story: Linebacker Clark Haggans is the latest starter to be knocked out of the lineup. Coach Bill Cowher said yesterday Haggans will miss at least two games with a groin injury that occurred Sunday in a victory against the New York Jets that ran the Steelers' record to 12-1.

Fantasy Analysis: Haggans will miss the next two games.

Source: Pittsburgh Post Gazette
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Jerome McDougle - DL, Philadelphia Eagles   Tuesday, December 14, 7:09 AM EST

News Story: Reid also said he expects defensive end Jerome McDougle, who has missed the last four games with a knee injury, to be back for Sunday's game with Dallas.

Fantasy Analysis: The Eagles lose Thomas but will get McDougle back.

Source: NJ.com
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Hollis Thomas - DL, Philadelphia Eagles   Tuesday, December 14, 7:08 AM EST

News Story: The Eagles are hoping the dislocated left elbow defensive tackle Hollis Thomas suffered in Sunday night's win over Washington won't be more than a month-long disability. Thomas underwent an MRI yesterday, but the results were not revealed. An educated guess is that Thomas certainly will not play any of the remaining three regular-season games on the Eagles' schedule, will enjoy the playoff bye week, then attempt to come back for the team's first playoff game on the weekend of Jan. 15-16.

Fantasy Analysis: Thomas is questionable and probably won't play the next few games. The Eagles will save him for the playoffs.

Source: NJ.com
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Santana Moss - WR, New York Jets   Tuesday, December 14, 7:07 AM EST

News Story: The only injury Edwards mentioned from the Steelers game was WR Santana Moss' bruised elbow.

Fantasy Analysis: Moss is listed as probable for Sunday's game.

Source: NJ.com
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John Abraham - DE, New York Jets   Tuesday, December 14, 7:05 AM EST

News Story: Edwards said DE John Abraham, who sat out Sunday, will miss the Seattle game with a sprained right knee ligament. "John's getting better," Edwards said, "but he won't be able to play this week." .

Fantasy Analysis: Abraham will not play in this week's game.

Source: NJ.com
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Raonall Smith - LB, Minnesota Vikings   Tuesday, December 14, 7:04 AM EST

News Story: Linebacker Raonall Smith, who has missed the past six games because of two concussions, has a good chance of being cleared to play this week. He is scheduled to visit concussion specialist Dr. Mickey Collins at the University of Pittsburgh today.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith will be listed as questionable for this week's game.

Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune
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Zach Thomas - LB, Miami Dolphins   Tuesday, December 14, 7:01 AM EST

News Story: Linebacker Zach Thomas, who has missed the past two games with a hamstring injury, was said to be day-to-day. It was anticipated Thomas would be back in the lineup for Monday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Thomas gets an extra day to recover and that might be enough to get him back.

Source: Miami Herald
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Rob Konrad - RB, Miami Dolphins   Tuesday, December 14, 6:59 AM EST

News Story: Fullback Rob Konrad will miss the final three games with a slipped disk in his back, said his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. Konrad left Sunday's game in the first quarter. He was diagnosed by Dolphins chief team physician Dr. George Caldwell. Surgery isn't planned, but Konrad will seek a second opinion from Jackson Memorial Hospital's Dr. Frank Eismont.

Fantasy Analysis: Konrad is out for the season. He is a very good blocker and receiver and the Dolphins will miss him.

Source: Miami Herald
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Jimmy Smith - WR, Jacksonville Jaguars   Tuesday, December 14, 6:59 AM EST

News Story: Wide receiver Jimmy Smith was woozy from a blow to the head and suffered a sprained ankle on the same play Sunday, but stayed in the game and caught a 31-yard touchdown pass.

Fantasy Analysis: Del Rio said Smith was not seriously injured and is expected to play this weekend at Green Bay.

Source: Jacksonville Times Union
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Dallas Clark - TE, Indianapolis Colts   Tuesday, December 14, 6:57 AM EST

News Story: Tight end Dallas Clark suffered a biceps strain while recovering a first-quarter fumble by James. Dungy expects Clark to play this week .

Fantasy Analysis: Clark had previously battled a thigh injury but that is fine now. The biceps strain shouldn't limit him this week.

Source: Indianapolis Star
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Green Bay Packers   Tuesday, December 14, 6:55 AM EST

News Story: Linebacker Nick Rogers suffered a bone bruise on his left knee and will be out one to four weeks, Sherman said. It was unclear whether the Packers intended to put him on injured reserve or wait until his knee healed. Safety Mark Roman suffered a shoulder strain and won’t be able to have any contact during the week. Linebacker Hannibal Navies was battling shoulder soreness, as he has since the season opener. Finally Na'il Diggs will probably not practice this week due to a bruised kidney.

Fantasy Analysis: The Packers are pretty banged up on defense with a couple starters out of the lineup.

Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Joey Harrington - QB, Detroit Lions   Tuesday, December 14, 6:54 AM EST

News Story: Joey Harrington doesn't know. Mike McMahon doesn't know. And Lions coach Steve Mariucci isn't saying which of his quarterbacks will get the starting assignment Sunday when the Lions meet the Minnesota Vikings at Ford Field. But for the first time this season, Mariucci seems to be giving serious thought to the possibility of giving McMahon the job -- if only for a day.

Fantasy Analysis: Does it really matter who starts? The passing game is awful.

Source: Detroit Free Press
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Reuben Droughns - RB, Denver Broncos   Tuesday, December 14, 6:54 AM EST

News Story: Running back Reuben Droughns (pinched nerve) was scheduled to undergo a magnetic resonance imaging exam, but Shanahan said he expected Droughns to practice this week and play against Kansas City.

Fantasy Analysis: Droughns is expected to play. The question is whether Tatum Bell will be healthy enough to take carries away from him.

Source: Denver Post
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Willie Middlebrooks - CB, Denver Broncos   Tuesday, December 14, 6:52 AM EST

News Story: Cornerback Willie Middlebrooks will miss the remainder of the season after tearing a ligament between the tibia and fibula, at the bottom of the knee, in his right leg. Shanahan said he expected Middlebrooks to be out for at least eight weeks and it could be an extended recovery because of restricted blood flow to the area.

Fantasy Analysis: Rookies Roc Alexander and Jeff Shoate will get more playing time because of Middlebrooks' injury.

Source: Denver Post
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Chris Chandler - QB, St. Louis Rams   Tuesday, December 14, 6:52 AM EST

News Story: Backup quarterback Chris Chandler, whose first start of the season included a career-worst six interceptions, will likely start again this week against Arizona. Marc Bulger resumed light throwing on Monday as he is aiming for a return the following week against Philadelphia.

Fantasy Analysis: Chandler is expected to make another start with Bulger out this week.

Source: AP
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Jake Plummer - QB, Denver Broncos   Tuesday, December 14, 6:51 AM EST

News Story: Denver quarterback Jake Plummer probably lost more than just his cool when he made an obscene gesture toward the stands in Sunday's home game. The NFL is reviewing Plummer's actions under its long-standing policy that prohibits public displays of profanity, a review that will likely lead to a fine. Plummer didn't do himself many favors in a city that is already a little fed up with his performance this season. He was not available for comment Monday, the day after a shaky 20-17 victory over Miami that kept the Broncos (8-5) tied with Baltimore for the AFC's final wild-card spot.

Fantasy Analysis: Plummer should get a nice fat fine for the gesture. We don't expect any suspension.

Source: AP
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Al Singleton - LB, Dallas Cowboys   Tuesday, December 14, 6:49 AM EST

News Story: Linebacker Al Singleton, who missed much of the second half against New Orleans, was scheduled to undergo an MRI exam Monday. Parcells believes Singleton has an abdominal strain. Parcells said the injury has been bothering Singleton for a while.

Fantasy Analysis: Singleton was replaced by second-year man Scott Shanle, who got significant playing time for the first time.

Source: Forth Worth Star Telegram
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Jeff Faine - OL, Cleveland Browns   Tuesday, December 14, 6:48 AM EST

News Story: Center Jeff Faine suffered a high-ankle sprain against the Bills and will miss at least this Sunday's Chargers game, Terry Robiskie said Monday. "That is another one that is a blow to us," Robiskie said. "We felt that we were getting to the point of having a little bit of consistency with the offensive line over the last 2 to 3 weeks."

Fantasy Analysis: The running game has been horrible the past couple weeks and won't get any better with Faine out.

Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer
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Chris Perry - RB, Cincinnati Bengals   Tuesday, December 14, 6:47 AM EST

News Story: Running back Chris Perry was on the active game-day roster for the first time since mid-October but never got into Sunday's 35-28 loss at New England. It was a continuation of the frustrating first season for the Bengals' top draft choice.

Fantasy Analysis: Much was expected of Perry but with all the injury problems he has had, he has not had the opportunity to show his stuff. Maybe he will et some carries over the next three games.

Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
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Rex Tucker - OL, Chicago Bears   Tuesday, December 14, 6:46 AM EST

News Story: Guard Rex Tucker's tough luck continues. He missed Sunday's game with a strained hamstring that was worse than the team initially thought and will be placed on injured reserve, ending another injury-plagued season.

Fantasy Analysis: The Bears will miss their starting offensive lineman. As you can see the running game didn't do very well with Tucker out Sunday.

Source: Chicago Tribune
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Anthony Thomas - RB, Chicago Bears   Tuesday, December 14, 6:44 AM EST

News Story: The biggest yard on running back Anthony Thomas' mind Monday was the one surrounding his Mundelein home. Thomas announced he had posted a "For Sale" sign in front of his house, advertising a real-estate transaction that foreshadows his career transition. He has no plans to return to the Bears after his contract runs out in three games, closing a four-year career that began packed with promise but ends full of frustration.

Fantasy Analysis: Thomas will join another team in 2005 and could be a starter somewhere.

Source: Chicago Tribune
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Jeff Mitchell - OL, Carolina Panthers   Tuesday, December 14, 6:42 AM EST

News Story: Coach John Fox was evasive yesterday when asked to deliver an update on center Jeff Mitchell, who hobbled off the field during Sunday's 20-7 victory over St. Louis at Bank of America Stadium - and then had to be transported to the locker via a golf cart. After the game, Fox said only that Mitchell suffered a knee sprain. It is believed that Mitchell underwent an MRI test on his left knee at Carolinas Medical Center yesterday, but neither Fox nor General Manager Marty Hurney would confirm that or offer any further information on Mitchell's injury.

Fantasy Analysis: At this point, Mitchell is questionable for this week's game. We should know more Wednesday.

Source: Charlotte Observer
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Shawn Springs - CB, Washington Redskins   Tuesday, December 14, 6:41 AM EST

News Story: Cornerback Shawn Springs, who suffered a concussion on a clean block by Philadelphia running back Josh Perry, was released from Virginia Hospital Center early yesterday. Springs, who complained of a headache and suffered a sprained left shoulder and bruised sternum, likely will not play Saturday against the San Francisco 49ers, according to Gibbs.

Fantasy Analysis: Springs is doubtful for this week's game. Look for him to return in week 15.

Source: Baltimore Sun
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Grant Wistrom - DE, Seattle Seahawks   Tuesday, December 14, 6:41 AM EST

News Story: Seattle defensive end Grant Wistrom has ligament damage in his left knee and will miss up to six weeks, though coach Mike Holmgren said he could be available if the Seahawks reach the playoffs. Wistrom was hurt in the fourth quarter of last weekend's 27-23 win at Minnesota. He missed four games earlier this season with a broken bone in his left knee.

Fantasy Analysis: Wistrom will be out for the rest of the regular season and most of the playoffs.

Source: AP
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Boss Bailey - LB, Detroit Lions   Tuesday, December 14, 6:39 AM EST

News Story: Lions linebacker Boss Bailey said Monday he does not expect to play this season. Bailey, a former Georgia star who had a strong rookie season last year, had surgery on his right knee in August. He started working out with his teammates last month, but has not played in a game.

Fantasy Analysis: Bailey appears to be out for the year.

Source: AP
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Arizona Cardinals   Tuesday, December 14, 6:37 AM EST

News Story: The Cardinals will be without right tackle L.J. Shelton and linebacker Raynoch Thompson for at least their upcoming game against St. Louis. Both Shelton, who might have torn left knee ligaments Sunday against San Francisco, and Thompson, who sprained his right shoulder in the same game, underwent magnetic resonance imaging tests Monday to determine the extent of the injuries. Coach Dennis Green said Shelton’s status was unknown, other than he would miss a game. Thompson said he expected to miss a game and then return for the final two games of the season. Shelton could miss the rest of the season, even if his ligaments aren’t torn.

Fantasy Analysis: The Cardinals will be without a starting offensive lineman and a starting linebacker. The loss of Shelton is a big blow to an already poor offense.

Source: Arizona Central
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Sebastian Janikowski - K, Oakland Raiders   Monday, December 13, 6:25 PM EST

News Story: The Oakland Raiders apparently are not bothered by Sebastian Janikowski's past. ESPN is reporting the Raiders have signed their kicker to a five-year contract extension. According to the report, the extension will pay Janikowski about $10.5 million and includes $2.8 million in guaranteed money. The 17th overall pick in 2000 out of Florida State, Janikowski's original contract with the Raiders was for eight years. But he had clauses that allowed him to void the contract, and he would have been eligible to become an unrestricted free agent in March.

Fantasy Analysis: The Raiders lock up Janikowski for five years.

Source: ESPN
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Monday, December 13, 6:12 PM EST

News Story: Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher is to have an MRI on his left hamstring this week, and his status for the final three games is unknown. Urlacher sustained his third leg injury of the season in Sunday's 22-3 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. "We're going to see," coach Lovie Smith said Monday. "I think it will take care of itself, as how bad the hamstring injury is," Smith said. "If guys are healthy they are part of the team, and if not, you have to move on. We played without Brian quite a few games this year, so it's not like a shock to our system." Smith said Urlacher was hurt when he planted his leg and was hit.

Fantasy Analysis: We should know more about Urlacher's injury in the next day or two.

Source: AP
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Marc Bulger - QB, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 5:10 PM EST

News Story: Bulger(shoulder) did some light trowing today but wasn't able to practice with the team.

Fantasy Analysis: Bulger is questionable and probably won't play this week. A final decision on his status won't take place until later in the week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Monday, December 13, 5:09 PM EST

News Story: Broncos tailback Tatum Bell believes his shoulder injury isn't as bad as first thought and insists he could be available for next weekend's game against Kansas City. Bell ran for 123 yards and two touchdowns Sunday after replacing Reuben Droughns, who fumbled twice early in Denver's 20-17 win over Miami. But the rookie second-round draft choice left in the third quarter after separating his shoulder, and Droughns returned to finish the game. With the win, Denver improved to 8-5 and stayed tied with Baltimore for the AFC's final wildcard spot. After the game, Broncos coach Mike Shanahan said Bell's injury was a third-degree shoulder separation, the worst kind possible. Bell, however, said the shoulder wasn't feeling too bad Monday and considered himself day-to-day. "That's my mind-set," he said. "Hopefully, I'll be to where I can put pads on and hopefully, I can take it."

Fantasy Analysis: This is good news for Bell and the Broncos. We will have to wait and see if how the shoulder does the rest of the week.

Source: AP
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Monday, December 13, 5:09 PM EST

News Story: Tests found no serious damage in Carson Palmer's left knee Monday, but the Cincinnati Bengals quarterback was still on crutches and wearing a bulky brace. Coach Marvin Lewis didn't rule out the possibility of Palmer playing Sunday against Buffalo. He put off the decision until midweek, listing Palmer as questionable for now. "Let's wait and see what happens," Lewis said.

Fantasy Analysis: If Palmer's sprained knee isn't better, Jon Kitna will make his first start of the season. Kitna took over for Palmer during the third quarter of a 35-28 loss in New England and looked rusty on his first series of the season.

Source: AP
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Jeff Garcia - QB, Cleveland Browns   Monday, December 13, 3:40 PM EST

News Story: Garcia suffered a torn knee ligament in yesterday's game and will miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: For now, Luke McCown will start. That is, until Kelly Holcomb is healthy.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Justin Griffith - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Monday, December 13, 3:36 PM EST

News Story: Griffith broke his ankle in yesterday's game and will miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: This is a blow to the running game as Griffith is a powerful blocker and creates big holes. Stanley Pritchett takes over as starting fullback.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Eli Manning - QB, New York Giants   Monday, December 13, 3:36 PM EST

News Story: Manning has been named the starting quarterback for Sunday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: The team wants to give Manning all the experience they can since the season is over. Warner might get a few plays at the end of a game, but this is Manning's team.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Monday, December 13, 3:08 PM EST

News Story: Lewis is expected to start this week's game and play 40-45 plays which is about 3/4 the game. It is very possible that Lewis plays even more than that if the ankle feels well.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis only carried the ball eight times yesterday and didn't have any setbacks. He is probable this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Monday, December 13, 7:34 AM EST

News Story: Hicks suffered a rib injury in the fourth quarter when safety Adrian Wilson hit him with 5 minutes, 13 seconds to play. Hicks played through the pain, however, and in overtime broke off a 17-yard run that set up Todd Peterson's winning field goal. Erickson said that Hicks is questionable for next weekend's game against Washington, but the running back said, ``I think I'll be all right.''

Fantasy Analysis: Hicks is questionable for this week's game.

Source: Mercury News
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Patrick Ramsey - QB, Washington Redskins   Monday, December 13, 7:22 AM EST

News Story: Ramsey completed 29 passes for 251 yards and an interception on Sunday night.

Fantasy Analysis: Ramsey seems to be getting better. However a game like this makes fantasy owners steer clear during a time when they need a win.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Clinton Portis - RB, Washington Redskins   Monday, December 13, 7:21 AM EST

News Story: Portis rushed 23 times for 80 yards and 2 touchdowns and caught 4 passes for 22 yards against the Eagles.

Fantasy Analysis: He also completed a pass for 24 yards. Portis is still a decent back, even in this offense.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Laveranues Coles - WR, Washington Redskins   Monday, December 13, 7:19 AM EST

News Story: Coles caught 12 passes for 100 yards against the Eagles.

Fantasy Analysis: Coles is the number one receiver in Washington and has not done well for fantasy owners this year. As Ramsey gets better, Coles stats will get better. It was good to see them get the ball in his hands 12 times.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Brian Westbrook - RB, Philadelphia Eagles   Monday, December 13, 7:18 AM EST

News Story: Westbrook rushed 12 times for 59 yards and caught 6 passes for 59 yards against the Redskins.

Fantasy Analysis: His utility yards went over the 100 yard-mark. We sure expected some scoring from him against the Redskins.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Terrell Owens - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Monday, December 13, 7:17 AM EST

News Story: Owens caught 6 passes for 46 yards against the Redskins.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a slow day for Owens. He seldom had them, but remember that they happen to everyone.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Todd Pinkston - WR, Philadelphia Eagles   Monday, December 13, 7:09 AM EST

News Story: Pinkston caught 3 passes for 99 yards on Sunday night against the Redskins.

Fantasy Analysis: Pinkston continues to perform below average to stay off the free agent radar.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jake Delhomme - QB, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 7:08 AM EST

News Story: Delhomme completed 16 of 30 pass attempts for 206 yards, a score and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Delhomme has been enjoying some decent fantasy outings during this Panther winning streak. This game, however, was a disappointing outing.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Nick Goings - RB, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 7:07 AM EST

News Story: Goings rushed 31 times for 108 yards and a score against the Rams.

Fantasy Analysis: Goings continues to get the job done. He is a decent option as your #2 runningback.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Muhsin Muhammad - WR, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 7:06 AM EST

News Story: Muhammad caught 6 passes for 98 yards and a score against the Rams.

Fantasy Analysis: Muhammad is having a superb fantasy year. Many owners got him off the waiver wire early in the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Keary Colbert - WR, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 7:05 AM EST

News Story: Colbert caught 5 passes for 46 yards against the Rams.

Fantasy Analysis: Too bad he cannot score in this important first week of the playoffs. Colbert is still a decent option for a #3 WR.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chris Chandler - QB, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 7:03 AM EST

News Story: Chandler completed 16 of 29 pass attempts for 243 yards a score and 6 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a tough day for the 39 year old. The Panthers defense was pretty tough, but he made a lot of bad throws to help them.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Arlen Harris - RB, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 7:02 AM EST

News Story: Harris rushed 19 times for 61 yards and caught 4 passes for 41 yards against the Panthers on Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: harris filled in as Jackson and Faulk were both injured. The team could not get goingt though. If Jackson/Faulk are out any more, Harris may not be a bad pickup this late in the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Torry Holt - WR, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 7:01 AM EST

News Story: Holt caught 6 passes for 151 yards and a score against Carolina.

Fantasy Analysis: He is Chandler's favorite target and is a great start every week, regardless of match-up.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Isaac Bruce - WR, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 6:59 AM EST

News Story: Bruce caught 3 passes for 27 yards against the Panthers.

Fantasy Analysis: As I mentioned earlier, Chandler really favors Holt and Bruce will not get the rock as much with Chandler under center.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Monday, December 13, 6:57 AM EST

News Story: Carson Palmer sprained his left knee in the third quarter and is listed as day-to-day for the Buffalo game Sunday. The Bengals' quarterback was scheduled to have an MRI Sunday night when the team arrived in Cincinnati. "I'm going to get ready to play next week," said Palmer, who walked into the postgame interview room at Gillette Stadium on crutches and wearing a heavy brace.

Fantasy Analysis: Palmer will be questionable for this week's game.

Source: Cincinnati Enquirer
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Jeff Mitchell - OL, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 6:45 AM EST

News Story: The Panthers lost center Jeff Mitchell when Mitchell sprained a knee in the fourth quarter. Mitchell hobbled off the field with the help of trainers, but then was taken to the locker room on a golf cart.

Fantasy Analysis: It looks like Mitchell might be done for the season.

Source: Charlotte Observer
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L.J. Shelton - OL, Arizona Cardinals   Monday, December 13, 6:43 AM EST

News Story: Right offensive tackle L.J. Shelton could be out for the remainder season after suffering an injury to his left knee. Shelton likely will undergo a magnetic resonance imaging exam today to determine the severity. If he can't play, he'll be replaced by Anthony Clement.

Fantasy Analysis: The Cardinals have enough problems and now could lose their top offensive lineman for the year.

Source: Arizona Central
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Monday, December 13, 6:41 AM EST

News Story: Bell suffered a third degree separation of his shoulder in yesterday's game and will likely miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: This is disappointing as he had a great game with 123 yards and two touchdowns. We should know more about the injury later today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Reuben Droughns - RB, Denver Broncos   Monday, December 13, 6:39 AM EST

News Story: Droughns suffered a pinched nerve in his neck in yesterday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: The injury is not serious and Droughns should be listed as probable for this week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Pisa Tinoisamoa - LB, St. Louis Rams   Monday, December 13, 6:38 AM EST

News Story: Tinoisamoa suffered a sprained ankle in yesterday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Tinoisamoa will be evaluated today to determine the extent of the injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Barrett Green - LB, New York Giants   Monday, December 13, 6:37 AM EST

News Story: Green suffered a sprained ankle in the first quarter of yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Green is questionable for this week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brandon Short - LB, Philadelphia Eagles   Monday, December 13, 6:37 AM EST

News Story: Short suffered a broken leg in last night's game and will miss the rest of the season.

Fantasy Analysis: The Eagles lose another player to injury for the rest of the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jevon Kearse - DE, Philadelphia Eagles   Monday, December 13, 6:35 AM EST

News Story: Kearse suffered neck and ankle injuries in yesterday's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Kearse will be evaluated today to determine the extent of the injuries.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Clark Haggans - LB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Monday, December 13, 6:34 AM EST

News Story: Haggans suffered a strained groin in yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: Haggans will be evaluated today to determine the extent of the injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Renaldo Hill - CB, Arizona Cardinals   Monday, December 13, 6:33 AM EST

News Story: Hill suffered a concussion in yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: He will be further evaluated today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Gamble - CB, Carolina Panthers   Monday, December 13, 6:31 AM EST

News Story: Gamble suffered a strained groin in the second half of yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: He will be evaluated today to determine the extent of the injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Nate Burleson - WR, Minnesota Vikings   Monday, December 13, 6:29 AM EST

News Story: Burleson suffered a broken nose in yesterday's game but only missed limited playing time.

Fantasy Analysis: He should be fine for this week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Urlacher - LB, Chicago Bears   Monday, December 13, 6:28 AM EST

News Story: Urlacher suffered a hamstring injury in yesterday's game and did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: He will be evaluated today to determine the extent of the injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Joey Galloway - WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Monday, December 13, 6:20 AM EST

News Story: Galloway left Sunday's game in the fourth quarter with leg cramps. He did not return.

Fantasy Analysis: The injury is minor and he should be back in the starting lineup this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Brian Griese - QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Sunday, December 12, 10:58 PM EST

News Story: Griese completed 36 of 50 pass attempts for 392 yards, 3 touchdowns and 3 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: Griese enjoyed a great fantasy day, despite the 3 interceptions.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Michael Pittman - RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Sunday, December 12, 10:58 PM EST

News Story: Pittman rushed 12 times for 42 yards and caught 6 passes for 46 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: This was the first week in a while that he has failed his fantasy owners. Look for better weeks head.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Michael Clayton - WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Sunday, December 12, 10:57 PM EST

News Story: Clayton caught 9 passes for 145 yards and a score against the Chargers.

Fantasy Analysis: Another big game for the rookie. He is a must start on your fantasy team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Joey Galloway - WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers   Sunday, December 12, 10:56 PM EST

News Story: Galloway caught 5 passes for 78 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Chargers.

Fantasy Analysis: Galloway seems to be one of Griese's favorite targets, behind Clayton, of course.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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LaDainian Tomlinson - RB, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 12, 10:55 PM EST

News Story: LT rushed 25 times for 131 yards and a score against the Bucs. he also caught 4 passes for 19 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: He remains one of the top fantasy backs in the game. Start him without question no matter the match-up.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Antonio Gates - TE, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 12, 10:54 PM EST

News Story: Gates caught only one pass for 17 yards against the Bucs.

Fantasy Analysis: This was an unusual day for Gates. Most weeks will be much better than this one.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eric Parker - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 12, 10:53 PM EST

News Story: Parker caught 6 passes for 118 yards and a score against the Bucs.

Fantasy Analysis: He got more touches after McCardell left the game with injury. His speed makes him a decent target for Brees.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Josh McCown - QB, Arizona Cardinals   Sunday, December 12, 10:52 PM EST

News Story: McCown completed 26 passes for 307 yards and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: In his first week back after being benched, he did not do a great deal to keep his job.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Emmitt Smith - RB, Arizona Cardinals   Sunday, December 12, 10:51 PM EST

News Story: Smith rushed 18 times for 53 yards and a score against the 49ers.

Fantasy Analysis: Emmitt continues to be a great fantasy surprise for the year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Anquan Boldin - WR, Arizona Cardinals   Sunday, December 12, 10:50 PM EST

News Story: Boldin caught 9 passes for 109 yards against the 49ers.

Fantasy Analysis: Boldin has returned to status where he is getting more than ample touches. He should be a nice 2nd or 3rd option for your team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Larry Fitzgerald - WR, Arizona Cardinals   Sunday, December 12, 10:49 PM EST

News Story: Fitzgerald caught 4 passes for 47 yards against the 49ers.

Fantasy Analysis: Fitzgerald shuld be saved for a reserve role as long as Boldin is still in the lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Ken Dorsey - QB, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 12, 10:48 PM EST

News Story: Dorsey completed 18 passes for 191 yards and 3 scores against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Analysis: Neither 49er QB has another 3 TD performance in them this year with the match-ups left on their schedule.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Maurice Hicks - RB, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 12, 10:47 PM EST

News Story: Hicks rushed 34 times for 139 yards and a score against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Analysis: Hicks is emerging quickly and may take over for barlow, even when he is healthy.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Cedrick Wilson - WR, San Francisco 49ers   Sunday, December 12, 10:44 PM EST

News Story: Wilson caught 5 passes for 83 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Analysis: The 49ers do not play the Cardinals again this season. In fact, the rest of the road looks pretty rough for the 49ers. Wilson will not do this again this year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Aaron Brooks - QB, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 12, 10:43 PM EST

News Story: Brooks completed 18 passes for 252 yards, a touchdown and 2 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: It was another tough outing for Brooks. Most owners have benched him by now. We advise that you do the same if you have not already.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Deuce McAllister - RB, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 12, 10:42 PM EST

News Story: Deuce rushed 30 times for 83 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Cowboys. He also caught 4 passes for 37 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a big game for mcAllister, who has struggled lately. Hopefully his success is here to stay.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Donte' Stallworth - WR, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 12, 10:41 PM EST

News Story: Stallworth caught 5 passes for 113 yards against the Cowboys.

Fantasy Analysis: Be careful not to catch yourself relying on ths guy. He has put together a few decent games this year but cannot be relied upon going into the playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Joe Horn - WR, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 12, 10:40 PM EST

News Story: Horn caught 5 passes for 84 yards and a score against the Cowboys.

Fantasy Analysis: Horn is one of the best fantasy receivers out there. Continue to keep him in your lineup without question.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Vinny Testaverde - QB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 12, 10:39 PM EST

News Story: Testaverde completed 14 of 35 pass attempts for 160 yards and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Vinny is still a bad start in any fantasy league.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Julius Jones - RB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 12, 10:39 PM EST

News Story: Jones carried the ball 23 times for 88 yards and a score against the Saints.

Fantasy Analysis: Jones has been hot lately and we knew he would do well against the Saints.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jason Witten - TE, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 12, 10:37 PM EST

News Story: Witten caught 4 passes for 59 yards against the Saints on Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: Witten was the leading Cowboy receiver this week. He continues to get good looks and is a decent option in TE leagues.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Keyshawn Johnson - WR, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 12, 10:36 PM EST

News Story: Johnson caught 2 passes for 50 yards against the Saints.

Fantasy Analysis: He also threw an interception on an apparent trick play. Keyshawn gets a good number of touches most weeks, but is a very inconsistent scorer.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chad Pennington - QB, New York Jets   Sunday, December 12, 10:34 PM EST

News Story: Pennington completed 17 of 31 pass attempts for 189 yards and 3 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: Pennington has not had a good year. Even though his team is in the hunt for the playoffs, you should not be starting him at this point.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Curtis Martin - RB, New York Jets   Sunday, December 12, 10:33 PM EST

News Story: Martin rushed 24 times for 72 yards against the Steelers. He also caught 3 passes for 35 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Martin continues to carry the load for this offense. He will do better against the Seahawks next week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Santana Moss - WR, New York Jets   Sunday, December 12, 10:32 PM EST

News Story: Moss caught 3 passes for 37 yards against the Steelers.

Fantasy Analysis: There are not many receivers out there that have been as disappointing as this man.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Ben Roethlisberger - QB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Sunday, December 12, 10:31 PM EST

News Story: Big Ben completed 9 of 19 passes for 144 yards and two interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: He continues to be a bad fantasy starter, despite the success of his NFL team under his leadership.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Justin McCareins - WR, New York Jets   Sunday, December 12, 10:30 PM EST

News Story: McCareins caught 4 passes for 78 yards against the Steelers.

Fantasy Analysis: All Jets receivers are tough starts for now.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jerome Bettis - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Sunday, December 12, 10:29 PM EST

News Story: Bettis rushed 10 times for 57 yards and a score. He also completed a pass for 10 yards and a score.

Fantasy Analysis: Bettis has been nothing but gold for his owners.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Duce Staley - RB, Pittsburgh Steelers   Sunday, December 12, 10:28 PM EST

News Story: Staley carried the ball 16 times for 51 yards against the Jets.

Fantasy Analysis: Staley continues to carry most of the workload, but also continues to watch Bettis get the scoring opportunities.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Hines Ward - WR, Pittsburgh Steelers   Sunday, December 12, 10:25 PM EST

News Story: Ward caught only 2 passes for 38 yards against the Jets.

Fantasy Analysis: It is odd to see these stats from him coming down the stretch. However, the Jets defense is a tough one. Look for him to bounce back next week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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David Carr - QB, Houston Texans   Sunday, December 12, 10:24 PM EST

News Story: Carr completed 16 passes for 167 yards, a score and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Carr has had several below average days like this recently. He is not worth starting for now.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Domanick Davis - RB, Houston Texans   Sunday, December 12, 10:23 PM EST

News Story: Davis rushed 23 times for 128 yards and a score and caught 6 passes for 73 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: The utility yards exceeded 200 as Davis continues to be a very reliable fantasy option.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Andre Johnson - WR, Houston Texans   Sunday, December 12, 10:22 PM EST

News Story: Johnson caught 3 passes for 34 yards against the Colts.

Fantasy Analysis: Aside from Davis, Johnson was the leading receiver for the Texans. Most weeks, Johnson is a great start.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Peyton Manning - QB, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 10:21 PM EST

News Story: Manning completed 26 passes for 298 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Fantasy Analysis: Manning owners are so spoiled that some actually considered this a tough outing. This type of production is welcome on any fantasy team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Edgerrin James - RB, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 10:20 PM EST

News Story: James rushed 28 times for 104 yards and caught 7 passes for 54 yards against the Texans.

Fantasy Analysis: James was used much more in a game that was much closer than what the Colts are used to playing in.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Reggie Wayne - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 10:19 PM EST

News Story: Wayne caught 7 passes for 96 yards and a score against the Texans.

Fantasy Analysis: Wayne continues to have a dominating season and remains a starter on fantasy teams.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Brandon Stokley - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 10:19 PM EST

News Story: Stokley caught 3 passes for 54 yards against Houston on Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: Stokley is still a must-start at #2 WR for your team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Marvin Harrison - WR, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 10:17 PM EST

News Story: Harrison caught 3 passes for 26 yards and a score against the Texans.

Fantasy Analysis: This kind of day is unheard of for Harrison. He is still a MUST start every week as your #1 receiver.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Matt Hasselbeck - QB, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 10:16 PM EST

News Story: Hasselbeck completed 23 of 34 passes for 334 yards, 3 touchdowns and 2 interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: Hasselbeck has been doing better in the past few weeks. It is a great time for him to be heating up. The Seahawks are fighting for a decent playoff spot and fantasy owners are looking to him to carry them to the championship.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Shaun Alexander - RB, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 10:15 PM EST

News Story: Alexander rushed 27 times for 112 yards and caught a 12 yard pass for a score.

Fantasy Analysis: Alexander continues to be one of the best fantasy backs playing right now.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Darrell Jackson - WR, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 10:15 PM EST

News Story: Jackson caught 10 passes for 135 yards and a score against the Vikings.

Fantasy Analysis: Jackson has returned to form as a must-start receiver.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jerry Rice - WR, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 10:14 PM EST

News Story: Rice caught 5 passes for 52 yards against the Vikings.

Fantasy Analysis: Rice will not see many decent games from here on out. His one shining evening came on Monday night.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Daunte Culpepper - QB, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 10:13 PM EST

News Story: Culpepper completed 21 passes for 279 yards and a score. He also scrambled 6 times for 32 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a tough week to see Culpepper slow down. Owners need Culpepper to produce now more than ever.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Onterrio Smith - RB, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 10:10 PM EST

News Story: Smith rushed 14 times for 56 yards and a score against the Seahawks. He also caught 4 passes for 41 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: He got nearly 75% of the carries this week. As long as he produces, he should carry the load.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Randy Moss - WR, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 10:09 PM EST

News Story: Moss caught 4 passes for 104 yards and a score against the Seahawks.

Fantasy Analysis: It was good to see his stats like this. However, his interception hurt his fantasy efforts this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Nate Burleson - WR, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 10:08 PM EST

News Story: Burleson caught 4 passes for 42 yards against the Seahawks.

Fantasy Analysis: It is difficult to rely on this guy. he has been very inconsistent with Moss in the lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eli Manning - QB, New York Giants   Sunday, December 12, 10:06 PM EST

News Story: Manning completed 4 of 18 pass attempts for 27 yards and two interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: He was replaced late by Kurt Warner who engineered a late touchdown drive in his first series.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tiki Barber - RB, New York Giants   Sunday, December 12, 10:05 PM EST

News Story: Barber rushed 19 times for 55 yards and a score against the Ravens.

Fantasy Analysis: Even as the Giants continue to struggle on offense, Barber finds a way to score for fantasy owners.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jeremy Shockey - TE, New York Giants   Sunday, December 12, 10:04 PM EST

News Story: Shockey caught 5 passes for 83 yards against the Ravens.

Fantasy Analysis: He is still Manning's favorite target. However, with the level of Manning's play, that does not mean much.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Kyle Boller - QB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 10:03 PM EST

News Story: Boller completed 18 of 34 passes for 219 yards and 4 touchdowns against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: These are great stats for Boller. However, it is so tough to even consider starting this guy when he normally throws more interceptions than touchdowns.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chester Taylor - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 10:01 PM EST

News Story: Taylor rushed 25 times for 104 yards against the Giants. He also caught 4 passes for 27 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Taylor continues to serve well as Lewis's replacement and should be held onto by Lewis owners as insurance.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 9:59 PM EST

News Story: Lewis rushed 8 times for 32 yards against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: His action was limited as the Ravens try to ease him back into action coming from his ankle injury.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Todd Heap - TE, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 9:53 PM EST

News Story: Heap caught 5 passes for 76 yards and 2 scores against the Giants.

Fantasy Analysis: Heap seems to be back in shape. He is a must start in TE leagues and a huge consideration for next week, considering the fact that Baltimore faces off against the Colts next week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chad Hutchinson - QB, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 12, 9:53 PM EST

News Story: Hutchinson completed 17 passes for 212 yards and an interception against the Jaguars.

Fantasy Analysis: As we have advised for all Bears QB's this year, stay away.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Thomas Jones - RB, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 12, 9:52 PM EST

News Story: Jones rushed 13 times for 26 yards and caught 3 passes for 68 yards against the Jaguars.

Fantasy Analysis: The Bears offense is so bad that even Jones is a risky start right now.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Byron Leftwich - QB, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 9:51 PM EST

News Story: Leftwich completed 25 passes for 242 yards and 2 touchdowns.

Fantasy Analysis: It looks like he is pretty reliable, regardless of match-up. This is good news for fantasy owners in the playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Fred Taylor - RB, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 9:49 PM EST

News Story: Taylor carried the ball 21 times for 79 yards against the Bears. He also had 4 receptions for 23 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: We did not expect a big game from Taylor against the tough Bears D. At least he got over the 100 utility yard mark.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jimmy Smith - WR, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 9:46 PM EST

News Story: Smith caught 6 passes for 85 yards and a score against the Bears.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith continues to have a solid season. He is a go-to guy at your #2 WR slot.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Reggie Williams - WR, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 9:45 PM EST

News Story: Williams caught 4 passes for 62 yards and a score against the Bears.

Fantasy Analysis: It is good to see the rookie do so well. However, do not get used to this yet. He has not been very reliable this year.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Brett Favre - QB, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 12, 9:44 PM EST

News Story: Favre completed 19 passes for 188 yards and a touchdown.

Fantasy Analysis: Thank goodness there was a second half in this game or Favre's numbers would have been VERY bad.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Ahman Green - RB, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 12, 9:43 PM EST

News Story: Green rushed 23 times for 76 yards and caught 5 passes for 20 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Green got plenty of touches this week. However, it has been a while since he has scored. Now is a good time for him to heat up and help fantasy owners bring home the championship.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Donald Driver - WR, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 12, 9:42 PM EST

News Story: Driver caught 4 passes for 87 yards and a score against the Lions.

Fantasy Analysis: Driver has been a consistent scoring threat. He makes a great #3 WR for your team.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Javon Walker - WR, Green Bay Packers   Sunday, December 12, 9:41 PM EST

News Story: Walker caught 3 passes for 26 yards against Detroit on Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: This was not a good game for Walker owners. He is a must start every week though.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Joey Harrington - QB, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 12, 9:40 PM EST

News Story: Harrington completed 5 of 22 pass attempts for 47 yards against the Packers.

Fantasy Analysis: Harrington continues to struggle. We would not recommend starting Harrington at all.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Kevin Jones - RB, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 12, 9:39 PM EST

News Story: Kevin Jones rushed 33 times for 156 yards and a score against the Packers.

Fantasy Analysis: Jones has beena real workhorse for the Lions lately. He has blossomed at the right time of the year for fantasy owners.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Roy X Williams - WR, Detroit Lions   Sunday, December 12, 9:34 PM EST

News Story: Williams caught a pass for 13 yards against the Packers.

Fantasy Analysis: The Lions only completed 5 passes. As long as this passing game is so bad, Roy Williams is a VERY risky start.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 9:33 PM EST

News Story: Palmer completed 18 of 24 passes for 202 yards and two scores.

Fantasy Analysis: He left the game early with what appeared to be a sprained knee. Jon Kitna was his replacement completing 9 of 13 pass attempts for 126 yards and a score. We will let you know about Palmer's status as the week progresses.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Rudi Johnson - RB, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 9:32 PM EST

News Story: Rudi carried the ball 24 times for 89 yards and caught 2 passes for 35 yards against the Patriots.

Fantasy Analysis: It was not a bad outing for Rudi. At least he got over 100 utility yards.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chad Johnson - WR, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 9:31 PM EST

News Story: Johnson caught 5 passes for 80 yards and a score against the Patriots.

Fantasy Analysis: Johnson continues to have a decent second half of the year. He needs to be starting every week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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T.J. Houshmandzadeh - WR, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 9:30 PM EST

News Story: Houshmandzadeh caught 12 passes for 145 yards against the Patriots.

Fantasy Analysis: Every week, it looks more and more like he deserves consideration as a starter. With that many touches, you have to find room for him in your lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tom Brady - QB, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 9:29 PM EST

News Story: Brady completed 18 of 26 pass attempts for 260 yards and 2 touchdowns against the Bengals.

Fantasy Analysis: What a great week for Brady to come up big. Week 1 of the playoffs makes owners very happy!

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Corey Dillon - RB, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 9:28 PM EST

News Story: Dillon rushed 22 times for 88 yards and a score against his former team, the Bengals.

Fantasy Analysis: We knew Dillon would be up for this game. He has become a more reliable fantasy back in the past few weeks.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Deion Branch - WR, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 9:27 PM EST

News Story: Branch caught 3 passes for 44 yards against the Bengals.

Fantasy Analysis: We really expect Branch to get more touches than this weekly. He still justifies slipping in as your #3 fantasy receiver.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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David Patten - WR, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 9:26 PM EST

News Story: Patten caught 5 passes for 107 yards and a score against the Bengals.

Fantasy Analysis: It was a great game for Patten. However, with Branch back in the lineup, most people had not relied on Patten this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Michael Vick - QB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 12, 9:24 PM EST

News Story: Vick completed 13 passes for 145 yards against the Raiders. He also scrambled twice for 31 yards.

Fantasy Analysis: Vick's inconsistencies in scoring continues to make him a tough start in fantasy leagues.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Warrick Dunn - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 12, 9:23 PM EST

News Story: Dunn rushed 25 times for 102 yards against the Raiders.

Fantasy Analysis: He got almost 2/3 of the carries and managed to get past the 100 yard mark. However, he failed to score again.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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T.J. Duckett - RB, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 12, 9:22 PM EST

News Story: Duckett rushed 12 times for 65 yards and 4 scores against the Raiders.

Fantasy Analysis: Do not get too excited. The Falcons change their gameplan on their backfield weekly. If you fall for it and insert Duckett into your lineup next week, he will make you pay with a "3 rushes for 12 yards and no score" set of stats.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Alge Crumpler - TE, Atlanta Falcons   Sunday, December 12, 9:20 PM EST

News Story: Crumpler caught 1 pass for 22 yards against the Raiders.

Fantasy Analysis: Vick only threw to him 3 times. It is hard to believe that Vick would not throw to his most reliavble receiver more often.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jerry Porter - WR, Oakland Raiders   Sunday, December 12, 9:19 PM EST

News Story: Porter caught 2 passes for 33 yards against the Falcons.

Fantasy Analysis: Porter is the only Raider receiver worth considering for your fantasy team at this point. However, you should not have to consider him for your starting lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Kerry Collins - QB, Oakland Raiders   Sunday, December 12, 8:20 PM EST

News Story: Collins completed 14 passes for 166 yards and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Collins was enjoying some success for a few weeks. However, he had a tough afternoon against the Falcons.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Drew Bledsoe - QB, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 12, 8:19 PM EST

News Story: Bledsoe completed 12 passes for 100 yards and a score. He also cthrew an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Bledsoe can not consistently put together good games. He cannot be relied upon - especially for the playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Willis McGahee - RB, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 12, 8:18 PM EST

News Story: McGahee rushed 27 times for 105 yards and scored twice against the Browns.

Fantasy Analysis: McGahee has become a very reliable fantasy back. Now is a great time as fantasy owners are trying to survive the playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Eric Moulds - WR, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 12, 8:17 PM EST

News Story: Moulds caught 3 passes for 38 yards against the Browns.

Fantasy Analysis: Moulds is not getting nearly as many receptions since Evans began heating up.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Lee Evans - WR, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 12, 8:17 PM EST

News Story: Evans caught 4 passes for 33 yards and a score against the Browns.

Fantasy Analysis: The rookie continues to perform well. He is a great player to rely on as a #3 WR this late in the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Antonio Bryant - WR, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 8:16 PM EST

News Story: Bryant caught 4 passes for 37 yards against the Bills.

Fantasy Analysis: He was the leading receiver but the Browns offense struggled so much that being the lead receiver does not mean much.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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William Green - RB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 8:15 PM EST

News Story: Green rushed 11 times for 5 yards against the Bills.

Fantasy Analysis: Considering the fact that he had a rush for 8 yards, these are pitiul numbers.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Luke McCown - QB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 8:11 PM EST

News Story: McCown completed 8 of 20 pass attempts for 62 yards, a touchdown and two interceptions.

Fantasy Analysis: He was ineffective and was replaced by Garcia in the 3rd quarter for a short time before garcia left the field with injury. Keep an eye on this QB situation.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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A.J. Feeley - QB, Miami Dolphins   Sunday, December 12, 8:10 PM EST

News Story: Feeley completed 17 of 35 pass attempts for 170 yards, a touchdown and an interception.

Fantasy Analysis: Another day for Feeley, another very average outing.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Randy McMichael - TE, Miami Dolphins   Sunday, December 12, 8:10 PM EST

News Story: McMichael caught 5 passes for 62 yards against the Broncos.

Fantasy Analysis: McMichael gets plenty of touches but does not score enough in this offense.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Chris Chambers - WR, Miami Dolphins   Sunday, December 12, 8:09 PM EST

News Story: Chambers caught 5 passes for 47 yards against the Broncos.

Fantasy Analysis: No score for Chamber leaves him as a choke for your fantasy team this week.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Rod Smith - WR, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 8:08 PM EST

News Story: Smith caught 8 passes for 97 yards against the Dolphins.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith was the only Denver receiver who caught more than 3 passes. he continues to perform as a decent 3rd WR for fantasy teams.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Ashley Lelie - WR, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 8:05 PM EST

News Story: Lelie had 2 receptions for 60 yards against the Dolphins.

Fantasy Analysis: It was not a good day for the Denver passing game.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 8:03 PM EST

News Story: Bell rushed 17 times for 123 yards and two scores against the Dolphins.

Fantasy Analysis: He replaced Droughns, who was having trouble with fumbling. Then Bell left with an injured shoulder. We will let you know as this develops.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Jake Plummer - QB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 8:02 PM EST

News Story: Plummer completed 16 of 30 pass attempts for 219 yards and two interceptions against the Dolphins on Sunday.

Fantasy Analysis: The orller coaster season continues for Plummer owners. Hopefully, you are not having to rely on him during the playoffs.

Source: Fantasy Insights - Burton Meahl
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Tatum Bell - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 5:56 PM EST

News Story: Bell suffered a sprained shoulder in the third quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: He had the game of his life today but is out and will not be back.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Rob Konrad - RB, Miami Dolphins   Sunday, December 12, 5:56 PM EST

News Story: Konrad suffered a strained back in the first quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Konrad is not expected to return.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Orlando Ruff - LB, New Orleans Saints   Sunday, December 12, 5:54 PM EST

News Story: Ruff suffered a sprained right ankle in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Ruff is questionable for next week's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Keenan McCardell - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 12, 5:03 PM EST

News Story: McCardell suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: McCardell is not expected to return.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Reuben Droughns - RB, Denver Broncos   Sunday, December 12, 4:37 PM EST

News Story: Droughns has been replaced in the game by rookie Tatum Bell. Droughns fumbled twice in the first quarter.

Fantasy Analysis: Bell has played well and as long as Droughns keeps fumbling, Bell will be the feature back.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jeff Garcia - QB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 4:15 PM EST

News Story: Garcia was injured late in the game today and was carted off the field. Garcia suffered an apparent knee injury.

Fantasy Analysis: This one doesn't look great good. We will not assume the extent at this time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Eli Manning - QB, New York Giants   Sunday, December 12, 4:12 PM EST

News Story: Manning was pulled in the game in the fourth quarter in favor of Kurt Warner.

Fantasy Analysis: Warner led the team to a touchdown on his first series back in the lineup.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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J.P. Losman - QB, Buffalo Bills   Sunday, December 12, 4:12 PM EST

News Story: Losman has come into the game in the fourth quarter replacing Drew Bledsoe.

Fantasy Analysis: The game is out of hand and the Bills might as well get Losman some experience.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jeff Garcia - QB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 4:00 PM EST

News Story: Garcia has come into the game in the fourth quarter to replace an ineffective Luke McCown.

Fantasy Analysis: Garcia is in the doghouse but he is the best the team has available right now.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Juran Bolden - CB, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 3:54 PM EST

News Story: Bolden suffered a groin strain in the fourth quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Bolden will not return to the game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Grant Wistrom - DE, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 3:49 PM EST

News Story: Wistrom suffered a sprained knee in the fourth quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Wistrom will not return to the game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jimmy Smith - WR, Jacksonville Jaguars   Sunday, December 12, 3:33 PM EST

News Story: Smith suffered a sprained ankle in the fourth quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Smith returned to the game shortly after the injury and caught a touchdown pass.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Carson Palmer - QB, Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 3:30 PM EST

News Story: Palmer suffered a sprained left knee in the fourth quarter of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Palmer will not return to the game. Jon Kitna has replaced Palmer.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tim Dwight - WR, San Diego Chargers   Sunday, December 12, 3:29 PM EST

News Story: Dwight(toe) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Not much of a surprise here...Kassim Osgood will be the third receiver.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steven Jackson - RB, St. Louis Rams   Sunday, December 12, 2:07 PM EST

News Story: Jackson(knee) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Arlen Harris will start and Marshall Faulk will back him up.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Tyrone Poole - CB, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 12:32 PM EST

News Story: Poole is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Poole is not expected to start but should see some playing time in the dime defense.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Deion Sanders - CB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 12:23 PM EST

News Story: Sanders(foot) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Sanders is expected to play in today's game as the nickle back.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamaar Taylor - WR, New York Giants   Sunday, December 12, 12:23 PM EST

News Story: Taylor(quad) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Taylor will not play today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Travis Taylor - WR, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 12:22 PM EST

News Story: Taylor(back) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Taylor will start for the Ravens.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jerry Rice - WR, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 12:11 PM EST

News Story: Rice(quad) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: As expected, Rice will start today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Eddie George - RB, Dallas Cowboys   Sunday, December 12, 12:07 PM EST

News Story: George is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: With Richie Anderson healthy and ready to play, he will backup Julius Jones. George won't see much playing time the rest of the season.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jeff Garcia - QB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 12:07 PM EST

News Story: Garcia is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Garcia will backup Luke McCown.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daylon McCutcheon - CB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 12:05 PM EST

News Story: McCutcheon(shoulder) is active for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Even though he is active, Lewis Sanders will start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Desmond Clark - TE, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 12, 12:00 PM EST

News Story: Clark(ribs) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Dustin Lyman starts for Clark.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daniel Graham - TE, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 11:57 AM EST

News Story: Graham(ribs) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Christian Fauria starts for Graham.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Cincinnati Bengals   Sunday, December 12, 11:55 AM EST

News Story: Deltha O'Neal and Rogers Beckett are inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Keiwan Ratliff and Kim Herring are expected to start in their place.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 11:52 AM EST

News Story: As expected, Suggs(toe) is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Suggs has missed the past few games and will not play today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Derick Armstrong - WR, Houston Texans   Sunday, December 12, 11:52 AM EST

News Story: Armstrong is inactive for today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: He is not injured so this is a surprise.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Dallas Clark - TE, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 11:43 AM EST

News Story: Clark(thigh) is active and expected to start in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Clark had a good workout this morning and is expected to start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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David Patten - WR, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 11:28 AM EST

News Story: Patten pulled a hamstring in pre-game warmups and is not expected to play today. We will try to verify this with more sources.

Fantasy Analysis: Davis Patten would start for Givens.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 11:26 AM EST

News Story: According to ESPN, Lewis(ankle) will start in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Lewis has not played the last two games but will start today. This is a surprise as he really hasn't practiced much. Hopefully, he will last the entire game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jamal Lewis - RB, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 7:39 AM EST

News Story: Lewis(ankle) remains a game-time decision for today's game. He has been limited in practice this week but could see him first action in three games.

Fantasy Analysis: Chester Taylor is expected to start today but Lewis could see time in short yardage situation. Our personal opinion is why risk hurting Lewis further when Taylor has been playing well? More to follow later this morning.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Chris Brown - RB, Tennessee Titans   Sunday, December 12, 7:37 AM EST

News Story: Brown(toe) has not practiced this week and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Brown is a game-time decision for today's game. He didn't practice last week and started so there is a possibility that he does play. However, since the game is Monday night do you really want to take a chance?

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steve McNair - QB, Tennessee Titans   Sunday, December 12, 7:36 AM EST

News Story: McNair(sternum) has not practiced this week but has not been ruled out of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: McNair is a game-time decision. We do not expect him to play but there is still a chance. Billy Volek will likely start. Remember the Titans play Monday night so a decision on his status will not be made until that time.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Marshall Faulk - RB, St. Louis Rams   Sunday, December 12, 7:36 AM EST

News Story: Faulk(knee) is expected to backup Arlen Harris in today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Faulk was active last week and did not play and will probably be in the same situation. The Rams would like to rest the knee one more week.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Steven Jackson - RB, St. Louis Rams   Sunday, December 12, 7:35 AM EST

News Story: Jackson(knee) has not practiced this week and has not been ruled out of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Arlen Harris has been named the starter which tells us that Jackson probably will not play today. At this point, he is a game-time decision.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Jerry Rice - WR, Seattle Seahawks   Sunday, December 12, 7:34 AM EST

News Story: Rice(quad) missed a couple days of practice this week but is probable and expected to play.

Fantasy Analysis: Rice is expected to be in the starting lineup for today's game.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Alvis Whitted - WR, Oakland Raiders   Sunday, December 12, 7:33 AM EST

News Story: Whitted(hamstring) has been very limited this week and remains questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Whitted will be a game-time decision today.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Daniel Graham - TE, New England Patriots   Sunday, December 12, 7:32 AM EST

News Story: Graham(ribs) was not able to practice this week but has not been officially ruled out of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: Graham is a game-time decision. If he is unable to play, Christian Fauria would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Dallas Clark - TE, Indianapolis Colts   Sunday, December 12, 7:31 AM EST

News Story: Clark(calf) was able to practice late in the week and has a shot at playing today.

Fantasy Analysis: Clark is a game-time decision for today's game. He has a better then 50% chance of playing since he was able to practice Friday.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Lee Suggs - RB, Cleveland Browns   Sunday, December 12, 7:29 AM EST

News Story: Suggs(toe) has not practiced all week and is not expected to play today.

Fantasy Analysis: He is still a game-time decision but we do not expect Suggs to play.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Desmond Clark - TE, Chicago Bears   Sunday, December 12, 7:28 AM EST

News Story: Clark(ribs) has not practiced all week but has not been ruled out of today's game.

Fantasy Analysis: While Clark is a game-time decision, we do not expect him to play. Dustin Lyman would start if Clark cannot make it.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Travis Taylor - WR, Baltimore Ravens   Sunday, December 12, 7:25 AM EST

News Story: Taylor(back) has been limited in practice this week and is listed as questionable.

Fantasy Analysis: Taylor is a game-time decision for today's game. It appears that he will play but it is possible that he will not. If Taylor can't play, Randy Hymes would start.

Source: Fantasy Insights
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Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 7:24 AM EST

News Story: Cornerback Antoine Winfield (high ankle sprain) and linebacker Raonall Smith (concussion) officially remained doubtful on Friday's injury report, though neither will play. Nose tackle Chris Hovan, deactivated the last two weeks due to poor production, will start in the nickel defense Sunday, Tice said.

Fantasy Analysis: The Vikings defense is thin with Winfield and Smith out.

Source: AP
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Moe Williams - RB, Minnesota Vikings   Sunday, December 12, 7:22 AM EST

News Story: Williams was listed as probable for this week's game against Seattle after missing practice Friday with the flu. Williams, a short-yardage specialist who is tied for the team lead with two rushing touchdowns, is at least the seventh Minnesota player to catch the 24-hour stomach virus in the past month.

Fantasy Analysis: Williams is expected to play today.

Source: AP
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