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by | November 4, 2012 · 10:39 am

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 9 Player Rankings

     Quarterbacks

  1. Cam Newton @ WAS
  2. Peyton Manning @ CIN /2A Mike Vick @ NO
  3. Aaron Rodgers vs ARI
  4. Drew Brees vs PHI
  5. Tony Romo @ ATL
  6. RG3 vs CAR
  7. Eli Manning vs PIT
  8. Ben Roethlisbeger @ NYG
  9. Matthew Stafford @ JAC
  10. Matt Ryan vs DAL
  11. Josh Freeman @ OAK
  12. Carson Palmer vs TB
  13. Matt Schaub vs BUF
  14. Andrew Luck vs MIA
  15. Jay Cutler @ TEN
  16. Ryan Tannehill @ IND
  17. Joe Flacco @ CLE
  18. Andy Dalton vs DEN
  19. Brandon Weeden vs BAL
  20. Ryan Fitzpatrick @ HOU
  21. John Skelton @ GB
  22. Matt Hasselbeck vs CHI
  23. Russel Wilson vs MIN
  24. Christian Ponder @ SEA
  25. Blaine Gabbert vs DET

Cam Newton takes the number one spot this week. I have been telling you guys to trade for him, his schedule gets very easy from here on out.

I like Mike Vick to have his best game of the year and to prove worthy of the #2 ranking this week.

Tony Romo plays bold  in Altanta, while Matt Ryan doesn’t do as well as expected against a tough Dallas secondary.

Running Backs

  1. LeSean McCoy @ NO
  2. Arian Foster vs BUF
  3. Ray Rice @ CLE
  4. Willis McGahee @ CIN
  5. Trent Richardson vs BAL
  6. Matt Forte @ TEN
  7. Adrian Peterson @ SEA
  8. Alfred Morris vs CAR
  9. Marshawn Lynch vs MIN
  10. Reggie Bush @ IND
  11. Doug Martin @ OAK
  12. Darren McFadden vs TB
  13. C.J. Spiller @ HOU
  14. Ahmad Bradshaw vs PIT *questionable (foot)
  15. Pierre Thomas vs PHI
  16. Jonathan Stewart @ WAS
  17. Michael Turner vs DAL
  18. Chris Johnson vs CHI
  19. Fred Jackson @ HOU
  20. Rashad Jennings vs DET
  21. BenJarvus Green-Ellis vs DEN
  22. Mikel LeShoure @ JAC
  23. Joique Bell @ JAC
  24. Donald Brown vs MIA *questionable
  25. Issac Redman @ NYG
  26. Felix Jones @ ATL *questionable
  27. LaRod Stephens-Howling @ GB
  28. Vick Ballard vs MIA * move up to Brown’s spot if Brown is OUT
  29. James Starks vs ARI
  30. Alex Green vs ARI
  31. Daniel Thomas @ IND
  32. Michael Bush @ TEN
  33. Phillip Tanner @ ATL
  34. Andre Brown vs PIT * move up 10 slots if Bradshaw is OUT
  35. Mark Ingram vs PHI
  36. Ronnie Hillman @ CIN
  37. Chris Ivory vs PHI
  38. Tavaris Cadet vs PHI
  39. DeAngelo Williams @ WAS
  40. William Powell @ GB
  41. David Wilson vs PIT * Move up 5 spots if Bradshaw is OUT
  42. Montario Hardesty vs BAL
  43. LeGarette Blount @ OAK
  44. Robert Turbin vs MIN

Reggie Bush really needs to get it done this week against Indy. He has been frustrating ever since his knee injury against the Jets. If he struggles again this week, it’s time to be very worried about how he finishes the year. 

Look for Ray Rice to get a big workload and for James Starks to outplay Alex Green against the Cards if given the opportunity.

Wide Receivers

  1. Demaryius Thomas @ CIN
  2. Steve Smith @ WAS
  3. Eric Decker @ CIN
  4. Andre Johnson vs BUF
  5. Brandon Marshall @ TEN
  6. Vincent Jackson @ OAK
  7. Marques Colston vs PHI
  8. Percy Harvin @ SEA
  9. Victor Cruz vs PIT
  10. A.J. Green vs DEN
  11. Reggie Wayne vs MIA
  12. Denarius Moore vs TB
  13. Larry Fitzgerald @ GB
  14. Randall Cobb vs ARI
  15. Roddy White vs DAL
  16. Hakeem Nicks vs PIT
  17. Mike Wallace @ NYG
  18. DeSean Jackson @ NO
  19. Jeremy Maclin @ NO
  20. Julio Jones vs DAL
  21. Antonio Brown @ NYG
  22. Dez Bryant @ ATL
  23. Miles Austin @ ATL
  24. Calvin Johnson @ JAC *questionable (knee)- could be limited to 3rd downs
  25. Jordy Nelson vs ARI *questionable (hammy)
  26. James Jones vs ARI
  27. Steve Johnson @ HOU
  28. Lance Moore vs PHI
  29. Titus Young @ JAC
  30. Brian Hartline @ IND
  31. Andre Roberts @ GB
  32. Torrey Smith @ CLE
  33. Kenny Britt vs CHI
  34. Mike Williams @ OAK
  35. Josh Gordon vs BAL
  36. Santana Moss vs CAR
  37. Anquan Boldin @ CLE
  38. Sidney Rice vs MIN
  39. Darrius Heyward-Bey vs TB
  40. Cecil Shorts vs DET
  41. Greg Little vs BAL
  42. Justin Blackmon vs DET
  43. Nate Washington vs CHI
  44. Donnie Avery vs MIA
  45. Leonard Hankerson vs CAR
  46. Kendall Wright vs CHI
  47. Andrew Hawkins vs DEN
  48. Ryan Broyles @ JAC
  49. Kevin Walter vs BUF
  50. Davonne Bess @ IND
  51. Jerome Simpson @ SEA
  52. Kevin Ogletree @ ATL
  53. Brandon Stokley @ CIN
  54. Devery Henderson vs PHI
  55. Emmanuel Sanders @ NYG
  56. Golden Tate vs MIN
  57. T.Y. Hilton vs MIA
  58. Harry Douglas vs DAL
  59. Josh Morgan vs CAR
  60. Ramses Barden vs PIT

Steve Smith should have his best game of the year against Washington. He can absolutely abuse DeAngelo Hall. 

I am very weary on Calvin Johnson as you see in my rankings. Hasn’t practiced all week, could be OUT and if he does play could be limited to 3rd downs.

I think the Cowboys corners do a nice job on Roddy and Julio that is why they are both bumped down a bit. Dallas is giving up the fewest points to WR’s. Titus Young could very well play much better there where I have him ranked, especially with the Jags secondary banged up and possibly Megatron being out. Don’t be afraid to notch him up a few spots if you want. I have him there because he has to show me a bit more still as well as Stafford.

Denarius Moore has a great matchup especially with Bucs former CB Talib shipped off to New England.

Demaryius Thomas might be in my top five every week. In one of my leagues a guy just stole Thomas in a trade as well as Forte and that trade could easily get him into the title game. Thomas is going to finish extremely strong as will Eric Decker. 

Tight Ends

  1. Jason Witten @ ATL
  2. Jimmy Graham vs PHI
  3. Tony Gonzalez vs DAL
  4. Owen Daniels vs BUF
  5. Heath Miller @ NYG
  6. Greg Olsen @ WAS
  7. Jermaine Gresham vs DEN
  8. Brent Celek @ NO
  9. Kyle Rudolph @ SEA
  10. Jermichael Finley vs ARI
  11. Brandon Pettigrew @ JAC
  12. Martellus Bennett vs PIT
  13. Brandon Myers vs TB
  14. Dwayne Allen vs MIA
  15. Dallas Clark @ OAK
  16. Dennis Pitta @ CLE
  17. Logan Paulsen vs CAR
  18. Scott Chandler @ HOU
  19. Jacob Tamme @ CIN
  20. Joel Dreessen @ CIN
  21. Jared Cook vs CHI
  22. Zach Miller vs MIN

Witten takes the number one spot after last week’s performance. Greg Olsen should enjoy a very nice game being the second option with Brandon LaFell out. Dwayne Allen, Brandon Myers and Dallas Clark all are decent plays this week  if you plug them in for Vernon Davis or Rob Gronkowski who are on their bye week. 

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by | · 2:00 am

FantasySavvy 2012: Week 9, Fantasy Five

By: Kevin Lewis   * rankings will be released late tonight.

Pittsburgh @ New York Giants

-Ahmad Bradshaw is questionable for the game as his foot is acting up again. If you have Andre Brown, be prepared to start him.

-Hakeem Nicks has been largely a disappointment this year. I expect him to have a good game against a spotty Steeler secondary though. On a side note, it has the feel of a bit of a “lost” year for him. On one end, his schedule gets a bit softer, but on the other end he’s been banged up all year. I’d wait for another breakout game then try and move him.

- Victor Cruz will rebound with a good game as he doesn’t have to see the Cowboys secondary. Nobody in that secondary can hang with him. The Steelers have the #1 rated pass defense but that is misleading because they haven’t really played anyone. And when they did, Peyton Manning shredded them. Don’t shy away from either Giant WR this week. They will get theirs.

-The Steeler backfield is in shambles with injuries and such but Issac Redman is the best of the options. Start Redman this week if you have no alternatives.

Arizona @ Green Bay

-While Larod Stephens Howling had a rough game against a great 49er defense this past week, the going should get a little smoother this week. He also provides in the passing game, and given the state of the Cardinals offensive line, that should provide value. I wouldn’t be completely confident in starting him because the Cardinals entire offense is sketchy but I wouldn’t drop him either. Keep an eye on him.

-Larry Fitzgerald has been up and down all year (product of shoddy QB play. No surprises here). I’d start him pretty confidently this week though. Not that John Skelton will ever inspire confidence in anyone, but Green Bay’s secondary isn’t good, and the Cardinals may be trailing for a good portion of the game. As bad as Skelton is, he should be able to find Fitzgerald enough to make it worth your while.

-Alex Green is getting a lot of touches in the Green Bay offense, but hasn’t stepped up. As a result the Packers are talking about getting James Starks more involved this week. If you can help it, hold on to him and monitor what happens, but make sure to leave him on the bench.

Philadelphia @ New Orleans

-Jeremy Maclin hasn’t done much this season. Albeit, not entirely his own fault, he hasn’t done anything of note. To me, this is his last hurrah. If he can’t do anything against THAT secondary you should cut your losses and be done with it. That or leave him on your bench.

-Darren Sproles is out indefinitely. If you can, try and swing Pierre Thomas. His value takes a bit of a boost with Sproles out. Thomas can do a little of everything, and Mark Ingram has done next to nothing as a pro.

-DeSean Jackson should be a good play this week. It’ll be a challenge for NO to stop McCoy which may limit the Eagles pass attempts but when they do, Desean should be able to spring free.

- I view Michael Vick the same way I view Jeremy Maclin. If he can’t put up big numbers against New Orleans, his fantasy hope is doomed. Unlike Maclin, I have full confidence in him starting this week though. Start him and don’t look back. Potential turnovers be damned.

Baltimore @ Cleveland

-If you are in need of a QB alternative this week, go with Brandon Weeden. He has played well and Baltimore’s defense has been shoddy. He’s probably still on the wire, so if you need someone go with Weeden.

-Josh Gordon has been relatively successful but one wonders how much of that is actually sustainable. That being said, he’ll have plenty of opportunities against a struggling Ravens defense. Start him at your own risk.

-Cleveland’s defense has been “meh”, for lack of a better way to describe it. But they have improved since the return of CB Joe Haden so I’d ease off Joe Flacco and Torrey Smith until they regain the chemistry they had earlier in the season.

-Drop Dennis Pitta if you haven’t already. He stinks like your Uncle Seth’s armpits.

Detroit @ Jacksonville

-Matthew Stafford finally played like an elite QB. You Stafford owners can step off the ledge. Considering how bad Jacksonville’s run defense is, Stafford may have a light day at the office. Expect good numbers from him once again.

-MIkel Leshoure and Rashad Jennings are must starts. Leshoure is a must start because of the caliber of defense he’s playing and Jennings because he’s the every down back in Jacksonville now. Both guys will have productive days.

-I still don’t quite buy Cecil Shorts as an impact receiver especially with Blaine Gabbert as his QB. That defensive line will get after Gabbert so I wouldn’t be tempted by Shorts.

-With Nate Burleson out and defenses consistently playing 2 deep, Titus Young has to step up. He had 9 catches for 90 yards and a TD last week. Young might just hack it as a flex play this week, especially with word now that Calvin Johnson could be limited to third downs.

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by | October 26, 2011 · 2:24 am

Best Waiver Adds- Week 8 Edition

Picking up these players each week is like shopping in a thrift store. The items are cheap, sometimes old and rusty, but still usable, sometimes new and unused but end up proving not to be of much use. The key is finding the items that not only look the best, but that will serve your needs and be something you will continue to use after the purchase. Let’s try to find the most worthy items this week. The following players are ranked in order.

*Check out last week’s edition here http://fantasysavvy.com/2011/10/19/best-waiver-adds-week-7-edition/

 

Pierre Thomas, RB, New Orleans Saints

Most of the pickups this week are back up running backs. With that said, Pierre Thomas is the most valuable of all of them. He could be rostered in most leagues, but with Ingram’s heel injury he will most likely be snatched up this week. Ingram’s injury doesn’t sound serious, but if something does happen to Ingram or Sproles, Thomas would become extremely valuable. If you have running back problems or own Sproles or Ingram, make sure to pick up Thomas if you can.

 

Antonio Brown, Emmanuel Sanders, WR, Pittsburgh Steelers

Hines Ward has had a great career, but he is slowly starting to break down more and more. He suffered an ankle injury in Week 7 and his status for week 8 against New England is in question. Both Brown and Sanders are the future replacements and this is a week to snatch these two up. I would go with Brown first then Sanders, but both could have nice games in what could be a shootout against the Patriots. They also both hold value for the rest of the year as Big Ben continues to heat up as the year goes on. Brown had 7 catches for 104 yards last week and Sanders had 5 catches for 46 yards and a TD. If you need wideout help, pick both of these guys up starting with Brown.

 

Jabar Gaffney, WR, Washington Redskins

With Santana Moss on the shelf for 5-7 weeks, Gaffney will step in as the #1 WR in Washington. Gaffney should get a lot of looks, but the problem is he really isn’t a true #1. Same time, he’s definitely worth a pickup and should produce for your team somewhat. The biggest thing is Moss is out for a good while, so Gaffney will be useful. Expect a lot of 5 catch 60 yard games with 1 or 2 TD’s while Moss is out, anything else is a bonus.

 

Taiwan Jones, RB, Oakland Raiders, Phillip Tanner, RB, Dallas Cowboys

From a talent standpoint, but of these guys have it. They both hit the hole well and run hard. McFadden as you know gets hurt each year and is hurt once again with a foot injury. The Raiders have a bye week this week and Mcfadden will have time to rest, but at the same time Jones is worth owning because of his talent. As far as Tanner, Tashard Choice really isn’t the same back and is hurt as well, so Tanner will most likely take on a role while Felix Jones continues to be out. DeMarco Murray also isn’t the most durable back, so there is a likely chance Tanner could end up having a more important role as the season goes on. It’s worth a shot to add both of these guys based on their upside.

 

Evan Moore, TE, Cleveland Browns

Moore showed off his talents in the pre-season, but has done little in the regular season. With fellow TE Ben Watson injured with a concussion, Moore will get a chance to contribute. You never know with Concussions, so who knows how long Watson will be out. Pick up Moore as he is talented and hope that he finds that he rapport back with McCoy.

 

Kregg Lumpkin, RB, Tampa Bay Bucanneers

Lumpy!!! as we call him in one my leagues, is going to end up having a role on this Bucs team with Earnest Graham hitting the IR today. He isn’t as talented as Tanner or Jones, but is the direct #2 behind LeGarrette Blount who is struggling wtih an injury himself. Tampa Bay has a bye week this week, but if Blount isn’t ready to go, Lumpkin will be the guy. Lumpkin doesn’t have much promise, but is worth an add if you are a Blount owner or need RB help now that Graham is out for the year.

 

Alfonso Smith, Larod Stephens-Howling, RB, Chester Taylor Arizona Cardinals

Beanie Wells escaped serious injury, but it appears he will be at out least 1-2 weeks with a knee injury. I personally like Howling as a better pickup, because he is just much more explosive and has more upside. Smith will be the goal line back however and could end up getting more touches overall. Chester Taylor is also in the mix, but it’s unclear how much of a role he will have, it appears Smith and Howling will get the most looks as they did in Week 7. Go with Howling first then Smith then Taylor. Beanie Wells is another back who is often injured so it’s worth stashing these backups.

 

Michael Jenkins, WR, Minnesota Vikings

The rookie Christian Ponder targeted Jenkins often and even hooked up with him for a score in Week 7. That said Jenkins is what he is, not overly talented and highly inconsistent. If you are in dire need of WR help, Jenkins is worth an add, but don’t expect much.

 

Visanthe Shiancoe, TE, Minnesota Vikings, Daniel Fells, TE, Denver Broncos

Shiancoe has always been talented, but has struggled with injuries the past two years. He’s been healthy this year, but Donovan Mcnabb was just so brutal constantly throwing balls into the dirt. Like fellow teammate Michael Jenkins, Shiancoe saw 8 targets and also scored. Rookie QB’s like to rely on the TE and Shiancoe could end up having some nice performances to finish the fantasy season.

Fells had a great catch which set up the tying score against Miami and similar to Shiancoe, Fells is playing with an inexperienced QB who could rely on a big target. Fells doesn’t have much speed, but has good hands and can get some separation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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by | December 24, 2010 · 10:37 pm

Christmas Eve Player News

Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) will not be active for Sunday’s game at home against the Redskins. Rashad Jennings will draw the start is is a high end flex play with RB2 upside. Mike Sims-Walker (ankle) will not start Sunday but will play. He is likely to only play about half of the snaps as his ankle is still not 100% healed.

Andre Johnson (ankle) is still listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Broncos but some sources believe there is a “real” chance he sits. If he’s out Jacoby Jones and Kevin Walter get a sizable boost in value.

Knowshon Moreno (ribs) has been able to practice Thursday and Friday and has a good chance to play on Sunday, but is still listed as questionable.

Joseph Addai (neck/Shoulder) is listed as probable after practicing fully the last few days. It looks like he’ll finally return in Oakland after a 2 month lay off.

Adrian Peterson (knee/thigh) is likely to give it a go Sunday in Philly according to head coach Leslie Frazier.

Chad OchoCinco (ankle) who was looking like he’d play albeit only about half the snaps, now appears to be likely to sit as coach Marvin Lewis stated Friday that Ocho is “iffy” to play Week 16 against the Chargers. Get him out of your lineups if for some reason he was still there.

Peyton Hillis (knee) practiced on a limited basis for the second straight day Friday and is listed as probable. According to most reports it looks like he’ll go Sunday at home vs. the Ravens.

Mark Sanchez (shoulder) is going to start barring a major setback. Santonio Holmes (toe) is going to play Sunday in Chicago as well but if Sanchez doesn’t go, its a big hit to Holmes value.

Antonio Gates (toe) is listed as out for Sunday’s game against the Bengals, and WR Malcom Floyd (hamstrings) is listed as doubtful and is very unlikely to play.

Lions QB Shaun Hill (finger) is expected to regain the starting job Sunday in Miami. This gives a slight boost in value to the Lions offensive players even though Drew Stanton did a solid job in his absense.

Chris Ivory (hamstring) was limited in practice today but we should know his status sometime Saturday as to whether he will play or Pierre Thomas/Julius Jones will carry the load.

Anthony Dixon (ankle) has been hobbling around practice the last few days and isn’t likely to see a lot of time if he is active based on sources reports. He has a solid matchup this week but it looks like Brian Westbrook will get majority of touches this week.

Mario Manningham (heel) practiced in full Friday and will start against the Packers Sunday.

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by | December 19, 2010 · 4:12 pm

Week 15 Active/Inactives

Broncos rookie Tim Tebow will draw his first start with Kyle Orton sitting out with rib and arm injuries.

ESPN’s Sal Paolantonio is reporting what most expected, Desean Jackson (foot) will play today against the Giants.

Saints rookie Chris Ivory (hamstring) will not play today. Pierre Thomas is a solid flex play as well as Reggie Bush, especially in PPR leagues.

David Garrard (hamstring) and Maurice Jones-Drew (knee) are both going to play but their seems to be some legitimate concern about Garrard’s hamstring. If you have another option at QB, keep Garrard on the bench as we are uncertain how well or long he’ll play today.

Austin Collie (concussion), Jacob Tamme (knee) will play today so get both back in your lineups. Joseph Addai (neck/shoulder) is expected to sit out once again today. Javarris James and Donald Brown will get bulk of carries, with James being the one to start in fantasy leagues.

Mario Manningham (hip) is expected to play today. He’s a fine flex play today.

Matt Cassel (appendectomy) is expected to start today which is great news for Chiefs fans and Dwayne Bowe owners. It appears Cassel’s not 100% yet but he’s going to give it a go.

Jahvid Best (toe) and Maurice Morris (toe) are both expected to play and split carries 50/50 today in Tampa. Shaun Hill (finger) is still not ready to return so Drew Stanton will draw at least one more start.

Adrian Peterson (ankle,knee) is going to play Monday night so no worries their, get him in your lineup.

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by | December 17, 2010 · 12:42 am

12/16 Player News

Chargers Antonio Gates (foot) and Malcom Floyd (hamstring) are out for tonights game against the 49ers.

Chiefs QB Matt Cassel (appendectomy)was limited in practice Thursday for the second straight day. The feeling around Kansas City is that he’ll be able to go but it’s obvious he’s not 100% just yet. Stay tuned.

Chris Ivory (hamstring) will be reevaluated tomorrow for his hamstring injury after getting an injection to promote the healing process. His status for this week is still up in the air. Pierre Thomas and Reggie Bush would shoulder the load if Ivory couldn’t go.

Percy Harvin (migraine) returned to practice Thursday and is on schedule to start Monday night against the Bears. Rookie QB Joe Webb is also slated to make his first career start against the very tough Bears defense. I wouldn’t expect a ton out of Webb, but he is wide receiver eligible in yahoo league’s so he may be an asset their, especially if he can use his feet a little bit.

Raiders TE Zach Miller (foot) practiced in full Thursday and should be good to go Sunday against the Broncos. Miller finally posted solid numbers last week grabbing four balls for 68 yards, so he’s a solid start this week now that he seems to be healthy.

The Packers will make a decision on Aaron Rodgers (concussion) status by Saturday. The feel is that he won’t be able to go but we’ll just have to wait and see. Without Rodgers, the Pack has virtually no shot at beating the Patriots. Matt Flynn would make his first career start if Rodgers couldn’t go.

Austin Collie (concussion) is going to make his return Sunday in a big divisional game against the Jags. He’s a solid WR3. Joseph Addai (neck/shoulder) and Mike Hart (ankle) were both limited at practice Thursday and are not expected to play. Javarris James and Donald Brown will share the load with Jame’s being the much better flex start over Brown.

Desean Jackson (foot) was unable to practice Thursday but proclaims he’ll start on Sunday against the Giants. We’ll have to wait on see on this one, as DJax isn’t the only one who gets to make this decision.

Cardinals Beanie Wells (flu) and Steve Breaston (knee) were both limited in practice Thursday but both are expected to play. With Tim Hightower undoubtedly the better option at this point, keep Wells on your bench, if he’s still even owned in your league.

Kyle Orton (forearm) may be unable to go Sunday and has been unable to practice the last few days. Rookie Tim Tebow has been taking all the first team reps and would start if Orton wasn’t able to go. Brandon Lloyd (calf) returned to full participation in practice Thursday and will be good to go Sunday vs. the Raiders.

Arian Foster was added to the Texans injury report with a hip issue but has not sat out any practices. This is a good sign as the injury doesn’t appear to be serious and he is expected to play in a great matchup against the Titans.

Donald Driver (quad) is not listed on the Packers injury report after sitting out practice early in the week. He’s not a good start this week unless Rodgers is able to play.

David Garrard seemed to have tweaked his hamstring during Thursday’s practice or possibly Wednesday’s and was limited today. I wouldn’t worry to much about it as he’s a fighter and their is no way he’s sitting out against the Colts with the division on the line.

Patriots receiver Deion Branch (knee) was limited in practice today but should be fine and is expected to start against Green Bay Sunday.

Adrian Peterson (knee) was added to the Vike’s injury report Thursday but it is not thought of as serious and he should be good to go Monday night against the Bears.

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by | December 15, 2010 · 3:46 am

Player News 12/14

Chargers receiver Vincent Jackson is not on this weeks injury report and will be available in week 15. TE Antonio Gates (foot) didn’t practice Tuesday and his week 15 status is still unknown.

Bills receiver Lee Evans (ankle) has been placed on IR thus ending his season.

Vikings QB Tavaris Jackson suffered a turf toe injury and his week 15 status is not yet known. With Brett Favre also ailing, rookie Joe Webb would get the start Sunday unless they sign a veteran immediately. WR Percy Harvin (migraines) is expected to return to practice by Thursday but they haven’t quite committed to him playing this week just yet.

Steelers TE Heath Miller (Concussion) has passed all his neurological tests and is expected to play this week against the Jets.

Giants wideout Steve Smith injured his hamstring Monday in a win over the Vikings and the Giants believe it is very unlikely that he plays this week against the Eagles. Fellow receiver Mario Manningham (hip) is very unlikely to play as well this week against the Eagles in a game that could decide the division. Derek Hagan and Hakeem Nicks will start.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers(concussion) is listed as day to day but he believes he’ll be able to go Sunday in a big game against the Patriots. If Rodgers were to miss another game that would be a severe blow to their playoff hopes with the Saints at 10-3 and the Giants at 9-4. If Rodgers can’t play then Matt Flynn would make his first career start.

Chiefs QB Matt Cassel (appendectomy) is listed as day to day but says he plans to play Sunday against the Rams in a game they must win with San Diego hot on their heels now. They need him back as coach Haley seems to have zero confidence in Brodie Croyle doing much of anything.

Browns QB Colt McCoy (ankle) is very optimistic he will be ready to go this week. It looks like Coach Mangini is feeling McCoy is ready to get back in their as well but we’ll have to see how he practices the rest of the week.

Jets RB Shonn Greene suffered a neck injury during Sunday’s loss to the Dolphins and his week 15 status is not yet known. We’ll monitor this throughout the week but even if he can go, he has to go up against the league’s best run defense in the Steelers.

Saints rookie RB Chris Ivory suffered a hamstring injury Sunday but it not considered serious. Luckily for the Saints Pierre Thomas returned but thats not good news for Ivory has he could start to lose carries to Thomas if this injury lingers. We’ll keep you updated on his status as the week goes along.

Promising Seahawks receiver Deon Butler suffered a devastating leg injury during Sunday’s loss to the 49ers and his season is over. He has been diagnosed with a leg fracture and he will need many months of offsesason rehab to hopefully be ready for the start of the 2011 season.

 

 

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by | December 5, 2010 · 4:51 pm

Week 13 Early Game Active/Inactives

Vikings RB Adrian Peterson(ankle) will be active and start Sunday against the Bills 32nd ranked run defense. Toby Gerhart will get around 8-10 touches i’d guess to give AP more rest than normal. Gerhart is a decent desperation flex play.

Saints RB Pierre Thomas(ankle) will sit out today’s game in Cincy. Chris Ivory, Reggie Bush and Julius Jones are going to share touches. Reggie Bush’s leg is not yet at 100% but he expects to be heavily involved today in both the passing and running game.

Chiefs RB/WR Dexter McCluster(ankle) will start against the Broncos and opposite of Dwayne Bowe. McCluster’s return could help Bowe’s cause as he could burn down the field to allow the safeties to help and leave Bowe one on one with Champ Bailey.

Vikings WR Percy Harvin(migraines) is OUT today against the Bills. Sidney Rice and Bernard Berrian get a big boost with Harvin out as well as Greg Camarillo.

Giants WR Steve Smith(pectoral) will be inactive as expected for Sunday and Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth(illness) will be inactive against the Giants as well. RB Ryan Torain(hamstring) is out today. James Davis and Keiland Williams will split carries against the 5th best defense against the run.

Dolphins wideout Brandon Marshall(hamstring) will sit today against the Browns. Davone Bess and Brian Hartline are solid flex plays today.

49ers Brian Westbrook(ankle) will play today after battling some ankle pain during the week. Westbrook will get bulk of carries but Anthony Dixon will likely get the carries around the goal line.

Packers receiver Greg Jennings is active today as expected and RB Dmitri Nance(concussion) will not play. Rookie James Starks will be active for the first time in his career but it remains to be seen how much if at all he’ll be used.

As expected Colts wideout Austin Collie(concussion) will not play today against the Cowboys. Blair White becomes a solid WR3 for this matchup.

Titans wideout Kenny Britt(hamstring) is officially out today, he’s likely to return week 14. Kerry Collins(calf) is going to start against the Jaguars today as expected.

Bills RB C.J. Spiller (hamstring) will return today in Minnesota and will handle return duties and get a few touches out of the backfield. Fred Jackson will still get majority of touches so don’t worry about using him.

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by | December 3, 2010 · 9:48 pm

12/3 Player News

Texans WR Andre Johnson tweaked his ankle during Thursday’s loss to the Eagles but an MRI reavealed no serious damage. He’ll be fine going into Week 14 with a 10 day lay off.

Titans QB Kerry Collins(calf) was limited in practice Friday but hopes are that he’ll be able to go Sunday against the weak Jaguars secondary. He would be a big upgrade for Nate Washington and Randy Moss over Rusty Smith. Kenny Britt(hamstring) is eyeing a week 14 return. Britt was able to do some light drills this week but needs one more week to be back in game shape.

Seahawks WR Mike Williams(f00t) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game but says he expects to play. This would be a big hit to Ben Obomanu’s production but Williams very easily could reaggravate this injury and leave the game early, so i’d keep Obomanu in lineups as the Panthers will be keyed on Williams if he’s in the game.

Vikings RB Adrian Peterson(ankle) practiced Friday and is being considered probable for Sunday’s dream matchup with the Bills. I’d expect Toby Gerhart to steal some carries especially if the game gets out of hand early. Percy Harvin(migraines) was limited in practice Friday and is going to be a game time decision.

Antonio Gates(foot), Mike Tolbert(hand) and Ryan Mathews(ankle) are participated in Friday’s practice and are on track to play Sunday. Tolbert and Mathews are expected to split carries with Tolbert the more likely one to take goal line carries.

Jaguars WR Mike Sims-Walker(ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday’s matchup with the Titans. Upgrade TE Marcedes Lewis as he is the only other viable threat besides Mike Thomas for David Garrard to throw too.

The Browns have confirmed Jake Delhomme will start at QB Sunday in Miami.

Jets Safety Jim Leonhard left Friday’s practice on a cart after breaking his tibia. He will now miss the remainder of the season. This is a big blow to the Jets secondary and return game. Eric Smith and Brodney Pool are expected to rotate in at safety while Antonio Cromartie will take over as the punt returner.

Falcons WR Roddy White(knee) as expected practiced in full Friday and is good to go Sunday against the Bucs.

Raiders TE Zach Miller(foot) said he expects to play in San Diego Sunday in a decent matchup as the Chargers pass defense has been great but they have allowed at least 13 fantasy points to TE’s in 5 of the last 6 weeks.

Colts RB Mike Hart(ankle) was unable to practice Friday but is still expected to play Sunday against the Cowboys. Donald Brown will get the start once again as Joseph Addai(neck/shoulder) seems to be a week away from returning to the starting lineup.

Saints RB Pierre Thomas(ankle) was limited in practice Friday but Coach Payton says there is still a “realistic chance” he will play against the Bengals. Even if Thomas does play he’ll have to fight for touches with Chris Ivory, Reggie Bush and dare I say Julius Jones who has actually showed signs of life since becoming a Saint. I wouldn’t recommend starting Thomas if he does play until his role and health are better known.

Bills RB C.J. Spiller(hamstring) fully participated in practice Friday and will play Sunday in Minnesota. Fred Jackson will still get the majority of touches as Spiller will likely be worked back into the mix slowly.

Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger(foot) will play Sunday in Baltimore in a big division game. Big Ben was unable to get through a full practice all week but the Steelers will implement more shotgun plays in order to help him make it through the whole game. There is no question if Big Ben can walk, he will play in a game that could very likely decide the division.

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by | November 25, 2010 · 3:12 pm

Turkey Day Player News

Happy Thanksgiving everyone hope everyone has a happy and safe holiday with friends and family. Here is the latest player news from around the league.

 

Patriots QB Tom Brady(foot) is listed as questionable today but is fully expected to start in Detroit. Don’t hesitate to start him today, he’s good to go.

Cowboys RB Felix Jones(hip) practiced fully Wednesday and is a go today against the Saints.

Saints RB Reggie Bush(leg) is expected to finally make his return in Dallas today while fellow back Pierre Thomas(ankle) is going to sit this one out. Thomas is hoping to make a week 13 return.

Dolphins WR Brandon Marshall(hamstring) is likely to miss this weeks game in Oakland and you shouldn’t be surprised if he misses multiple weeks with this injury. If this is true, Davone Bess and Brian Hartline’s value would increase significantly going forward. SOURCE: South Florida Sun-Sentinel

Browns QB Jake Delhomme(ankle) is now 100% recovered and will start Sunday for the injured Colt McCoy(ankle). The Browns QB’s have all suffered high ankle sprains at one point or another this year and Seneca Wallace apparently isn’t fully healed from his, otherwise he’d be the starter Sunday. TE Ben Watson(ankle) was held out of practice again Wednesday and his Week 12 status is up in the air.

Joseph Addai(neck) was limited in practice Wednesday and fully expects to be a game time decision Sunday night. If you don’t have the luxury of waiting around for Sunday night, make other arrangements.

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw has lost his starting job to Brandon Jacobs after losing his 5th fumble Sunday against the Eagles. Bradshaw is tied for the league lead in fumbles and coach Coughlin has had enough. Bradshaw will see significant touches and will end up with the better fantasy day as well. Bradshaw is my #11 running back this week so start with confidence.

Raiders Pro Bowl corner Nnamdi Asomugha(ankle) is reported to make his return to the lineup this upcoming Sunday against the Dolphins according to coach Tom Cable.’

Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart(concussion) practiced in full on Wednesday and all signs point toward him returning to the starting lineup Sunday in Cleveland. Mike Goodson has played the best out of the Panther RB’s the last two weeks but Stewarts return will knock Goodson’s touches to around 10 this week. Stewart has been disappointing thus far and i’d wait a week at least to see if he can turn it around against a very good Browns defense at home.

 

 

 

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