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Medieval Draftmaster Four News Articles |
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| 1. | Kurt Warner | (RotoWire) Warner, who did not return to Sunday's game after suffering a head injury during the second quarter, finished the day with 15 completions in 19 attempts for 203 yards and two touchdowns. He committed one turnover (a fumble). Analysis: Obviously, his injury overshadows his strong statistical performance. Warner's Week 12 status is unknown at this time. He has thrown for two or more touchdowns in six of his last seven games. | 27 minutes | |
| 2. | Cardinals | Warner injured Week 11 | (KFFL) NFL.com reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner (head) left the team's Week 11 game after suffering a blow to the head. His return is questionable. | 1 hour | |
| 3. | Steelers | Roethlisberger throws for 398 yards, dinged Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger (concussion) was 32-for-42 for 398 yards with three touchdown passes and two interceptions Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Roethlisberger was shaken up in overtime when he suffered a "concussion-oriented thing," according to head coach Mike Tomlin. Roethlisberger did set a team record with his fourth 300-yard passing game of the season. | 1 hour | |
| 4. | Ben Roethlisberger | (RotoWire) Coach Mike Tomlin said Roethlisberger's injury is "concussion-oriented," the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports. Analysis: Roethlisberger said he was not certain if he suffered a concussion or not, but he felt OK after the game. The Steelers will hopefully have more news within the next 24 to 48 hours. | 1 hour | |
| 5. | Santonio Holmes totals 86 yards in Week ... | (Rotoworld) Santonio Holmes caught seven passes for 86 yards against the Chiefs in Week 11. Analysis: It's almost an identical stat line to last week's performance. Holmes now has 20 catches in his last three games after having just 21 in his first fix. He's yet to find the end zone since Week 1, so he's due for a score at Baltimore next week. | 1 hour | |
| 6. | Kurt Warner | (RotoWire) Warner left before halftime with an apparent head injury, the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports. Analysis: His return is questionable at this time. Warner stayed in the game briefly after taking the hit that appeared to cause the injury. Matt Leinart took over at quarterback for the Cards. | 1 hour | |
| 7. | Tomlin: Big Ben's injury concussion orie... | (Rotoworld) According to CBS' Bill Cowher, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said after Sunday's game that Ben Roethlisberger's head injury was "concussion oriented." Analysis: Big Ben was hit in the helmet by Chiefs LB Derrick Johnson's knee on an overtime scramble. Charlie Batch came on in relief and turned the ball over on downs, leading to the Chiefs' upset victory. Roethlisberger will have to pass his baseline tests this week to play at Baltimore next Sunday. | 1 hour | |
| 8. | Redskins | Suisham misses two FGs Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports Washington Redskins PK Shaun Suisham successfully converted just two of his four field goal attempts Week 11. Suisham was good from 45 and 31 yards, but he missed a 39-yard attempt before halftime and a 50-yard attempt that would've given the team a 9-0 lead in the fourth quarter. Suisham was 13-for-13 this year before the two misses. | 2 hours | |
| 9. | Leinart replaces Warner in the second qu... | (Rotoworld) Kurt Warner went to the locker room early before halftime of Sunday's game, and was replaced by Matt Leinart. Analysis: The Cardinals say Warner's injury is to his "head," but he appeared to ding his shoulder while being driven into the turf on a late second-quarter play. Warner walked off with a disgruntled look on his face, but appeared healthy. He may have been concussed or suffered a stinger. Warner's return is questionable. Leinart entered with :47 left in the half. | 2 hours | |
| 10. | Big Ben posts 398 yards, 3 TDs in Week 1... | (Rotoworld) Ben Roethlisberger completed 32-of-42 passes for 398 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions against the Chiefs in Week 11. Analysis: Big Ben had plenty of time to pick the defense apart for most of the day, but he began to get pressured late in the game. His two picks were the difference in the game, though one was the result of a drop by Heath Miller and the other was a tipped ball when he was hit as he threw. Roethlisberger left the game in overtime with a head injury, but it's not known if he was concussed. The Chiefs won on the ensuing possession. | 2 hours | |
| 11. | Shockey catches two balls for 17 yards | (Rotoworld) Jeremy Shockey caught two balls for 17 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Drew Brees was held under 200 yards for the first time since Week 4, so someone was going to get weeded out. Shockey also wasn't helped by backup David Thomas' best game as a Saint (4-66-1). Shockey's been playing at a Pro Bowl level all year and isn't likely to lose so much production to Thomas going forward, but we'd reserve him against New England in Week 12. | 2 hours | |
| 12. | Derrick Ward goes for 40 total yards | (Rotoworld) Derrick Ward had seven carries for 26 yards and caught three balls for 14 in the Bucs' Week 11 loss. Analysis: The Bucs have begun using fullback Earnest Graham as a ball carrier again, which will crush any fantasy upside that Ward and starter Cadillac Williams already didn't have. Ward will get around ten touches a game moving forward. He needs a Caddy injury to matter in fantasy leagues. | 3 hours | |
| 13. | Antonio Bryant returns for 40 yards | (Rotoworld) Antonio Bryant caught three balls for 40 yards in Week 11. Analysis: Kellen Winslow remained Josh Freeman's target of choice, seeing 13 passes his way compared to Bryant's six. Having Bryant healthy will ultimately benefit Freeman because he adds deep threat ability to the field, but there's not much to get excited about here in fantasy. Freeman is still quite raw. | 3 hours | |
| 14. | Ben Roethlisberger | (RotoWire) Roethlisberger was knocked out of Sunday's game against the Chiefs during the overtime period. Analysis: More on the status of Roethlisberger, who appeared to have his bell rung, as we know it. Charlie Batch took over for Big Ben, who had thrown for 398 yards with three TDs and two picks before his exit. | 3 hours | |
| 15. | Peterson rushes for 82 yards in Week 11 ... | (Rotoworld) Adrian Peterson rushed 24 times for 82 yards and caught four passes for 16 yards in Week 11 against the Seahawks. Analysis: Peterson was held in check following a strong first half and failed to score for just the third time all season. He actually went over 1,000 yards on the season midway through the third quarter only to go back under with a negative run, and gave way to Chester Taylor in mop-up time. | 3 hours | |
| 16. | Big Ben leaves in overtime with head inj... | (Rotoworld) Ben Roethlisberger was sidelined with head injury during overtime of Sunday's game at Kansas City. Analysis: Roethlisberger took a knee to the head on a diving scramble. He was down for a couple of minutes while trainers checked him out but was able to walk off under his power. Charlie Batch has come on to replace him, though it's not certain if Big Ben will return. | 3 hours | |
| 17. | Buccaneers inactives for Week 11 | (FFChamps) The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have declared the following players as inactive for today's game against the New Orleans Saints: WR Yamon Figurs, CB Mike Mickens, OG Shawn Murphy, OT James Lee, WR Brian Clark, DT Dre Moore, QB Byron Leftwich, and CB Elbert Mack. Analysis: The most significant news here is probably who is not on today's inactive list. After being questionable for seemingly the entire season, Bucs' No. 1 receiver Antonio Bryant is active, and will play today against... (More) | 7 hours | |
| 18. | Bucs declare inactives | (Rotoworld) Antonio Bryant is active Sunday against the Saints. Analysis: Bryant will play in a rotation with Maurice Stovall and helps Josh Freeman, but isn't a fantasy option on his own. The Bucs' inactive players are WR Yamon Figurs, CB Mike Mickens, OG Shawn Murphy, OT James Lee, WR Brian Clark, DT Dre Moore, third QB Byron Leftwich, and nickel CB Elbert Mack. | 7 hours | |
| 19. | Slaton regains starting job | (FFChamps) The Houston Chronicle reported Saturday that Houston Texans' running back Steve Slaton will be the starter for Monday night's game against the Tennessee Titans. The Texans had a bye in Week 10, but Ryan Moats got the start in Week 9 (a 20-17 loss to the Indianapolis Colts) after Slaton had been benched the previous game due to his league-leading eight fumbles on the season. Analysis: We kind-of figured it was just a matter of time before Slaton got his job back. Moats is a serviceable NFL back, but he just doesn't possess the all-around sk... (More) | 20 hours | |
| 20. | Slaton to start in Week 11 | (TheHuddle) The Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton will start at running back in Week 11. Analysis: Slaton once again gets the start for Houston who have had problems consistently rushing the ball this season. Ryan Moats should still be a factor in the offense but Slaton will likely get the bulk of the carries at the present time. Fantasy owners should view Slaton as a low-end No. 2 running back. | 20 hours | |
| 21. | Ricky Williams | (RotoWire) Williams suffered some kind of injury during the game against Carolina on Thursday, according to the Palm Beach Post. Analysis: Coach Tony Sparano described Williams as being "dinged up", at least this explains why Williams wasn't on the field for the crucial fourth down play in the fourth quarter with 44 seconds remaining. | 21 hours | |
| 22. | Steve Slaton to start for Texans again | (FFToolbox) Three weeks after losing his starting job after losing the ball too often, it looks like Steve Slaton is back in the captain's chair in the Houston Texans' backfield. Slaton found out Saturday he would start Monday night against the Tennessee Titans after having a good week of practices. Slaton was initially benched in week eight after losing a fumble for the third straight game. He played in a reserve role behind Ryan Moats in week nine before the Texans' bye week. Slaton said that he was anticipating to regain the starting spot and tha... (More) | 23 hours | |
| 23. | Johnson denies he wants out of Houston | (Rotoworld) Andre Johnson denied an ESPN The Magazine report that he plans to force a trade if the Texans don't make the playoffs. Analysis: "That didn't come from me. ... I make my own decisions, and I plan on being here until I retire," Johnson said. Johnson signed an eight-year, $60 million contract in March of 2007 and it's very unlikely he's going anywhere before that deal is up. The Texans are at 5-4 right now but still have a solid shot at making the postseason for the first time in franchise history. | 1 day | |
| 24. | Texans | Slaton to start in Week 11 | (KFFL) John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton will start at running back in Week 11. | 1 day | |
| 25. | Steve Slaton | (RotoWire) Slaton will start at running back Monday against Tennessee, the Houston Chronicle reports. "I had an assumption that I would start, but nothing was concrete until now," Slaton said. "I'm happy about it. It's an opportunity I have to take full advantage of." Analysis: It looks like Slaton will get a chance to be the primary back, but Ryan Moats could still be in the mix. This still sounds like an unstable situation, but Slaton could become a strong fantasy option again quickly if he has a good game and overcomes his recent fumbling problems. | 1 day | |
| 26. | Ellis out for Week 11 | (FFChamps) New Orleans Saints' defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis has been downgraded to out for Week 11. He sprained his knee in Week 7 against the Miami Dolphins, and practiced this week for the first time in nearly a month. Analysis: The Saints have gotten brutalized on the ground in Ellis' absence (giving up a combined 431 yards to opponents' lead backs in thethree games he's been hurt). He is their most talented body on the D-line, and definitely their best run-stuffer. The fact that he won't go increases the fantasy value of Cadillac Williams and <... (More) | 1 day | |
| 27. | Steve Slaton regains starting job for Te... | (Rotoworld) Steve Slaton will start for the Texans against the Titans on Monday night. Analysis: We thought that Slaton would have to prove he can hold on to the ball before getting his starting job back, but coach Gary Kubiak is apparently convinced. Slaton's role was due to grow anyway because he's clearly their best back, but this a great sign that he has his coach's confidence. Look for Slaton to still share carries with Chris Brown and Ryan Moats, but we like him as a solid flex play this week. | 1 day | |
| 28. | Raiders | Bush to start in Week 11 | (KFFL) David White, of the San Francisco Chronicle, reports Oakland Raiders RB Michael Bush will remain the team's starting running back in Week 11. However, head coach Tom Cable is expected to go with the hot hand in a rotation with RBs Darren McFadden and Justin Fargas. | 1 day | |
| 29. | Breaston limited Friday, should play Sunday | (FFChamps) Arizona Cardinals' wide receiver Steve Breaston (knee) was limited in Friday's practice, but is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams. Analysis: Breaston should play, and the Cardinals will throw. The Rams' secondary gets torched on a regular basis, and this weekend should be no different. Breaston is a top-15 play at wideout this Sunday, and owners should insert him into their Week 11 starting lineups in all formats. | 1 day | |
| 30. | Jones limited, questionable | (FFChamps) Houston Texans' wide receiver Jacoby Jones (calf) was limited in practice Friday, and is listed as questionable for Monday night's game against the Tennessee Titans. Analysis: Jones was limited in practice, and appears will not be 100% by gametime, even with the extra day to rest and heal. Jones is a supremely athletic wideout with big play potential in the Texans' high octane offense. He is terribly inconsistent though. Obviously, as long as robo-receiver Andre Johnson is in town, Jones will never be more than a second option. More) | 1 day | |
| 31. | Bush to start against Bengals | (FFChamps) Oakland Raiders' head coach Tom Cable announced that Michael Bush would get the nod as the team's starting tailback against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 11. Analysis: Bush topped the century mark last weekend, which pretty much nobody in the fantasy football world forecasted (a stray touchdown, perhaps...but Bush is not known for piling up the yards, even against matador defensive fronts like the Chiefs). And while Bush may be the starter this Sunday against Cincinnati, it's nearly impossible to predict which Raider back will prosper...if any. Cincinnati's defense is number two in the league agai... (More) | 1 day | |
| 32. | Buccaneers | Bryant to play Week 11 | (KFFL) Updating a previous report, Roy Cummings, of The Tampa Tribune, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) will be able to play in Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 33. | Antonio Bryant | (RotoWire) Bryant, who has missed the last two games with a swollen left knee, is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Saints, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: Bryant participated in his third consecutive practice Friday, and while coach Raheem Morris didn't say that the wideout's return was a certainty, it looks like he'll be able to give it a go Sunday, barring a setback. "He looked decent, Morris said. "He's looked as good as he's looked all year as far as coming out to practice. You've got to get him into the game and see where we can go from there." | 2 days | |
| 34. | Bills | Hardy questionable for Week 11 | (KFFL) Buffalo Bills WR James Hardy (groin) was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 35. | James Hardy | (RotoWire) Hardy (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, BuffaloBills.com reports. Analysis: He's still not even close to using even if he does see the field this week. | 2 days | |
| 36. | Buccaneers | Bryant probable for Week 11 | (KFFL) Charlie Campbell and Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, report Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 37. | Antonio Bryant upgraded to probable | (Rotoworld) Antonio Bryant (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Week 11, but will play in a rotation with Maurice Stovall on Sunday. Analysis: Bryant practiced without limits again on Friday, but Stovall has played well in his absence. While Bryant will help Josh Freeman's cause by adding speed to the field, he's not a fantasy option on his own, even in deep leagues. | 2 days | |
| 38. | Steve Smith | (RotoWire) Smith caught seven passes for 87 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's loss to Miami. Analysis: Despite the lack of other wideouts around him to draw the attention of opposing defenses, Smith has quietly started to produce for his fantasy owners in recent weeks. Over the last four games, Smith is averaging 12 fantasy points per game with 18 catches for 241 yards and four touchdowns during that span. | 2 days | |
| 39. | R. Williams scores three TDs Week 11 | (TheHuddle) The Associated Press reports Miami Dolphins RB Ricky Williams had 22 carries for 119 yards with two touchdowns Week 11. He also caught two passes for 19 receiving yards with another touchdown. It was the first time in his career Williams had a receiving and rushing touchdown in the same game. Analysis: Is this a taste of the Dolphins' offense with Ronnie Brown on the shelf? If so, those holding Williams have to be excited about the prospects. Lex Hilliard received some token touches, including a surprising one on fourth down late in the game, but there's no question this is Williams' show the res... (More) | 2 days | |
| 40. | Brown to undergo surgery on foot | (FFChamps) Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown will undergo surgery on Friday to repair the Lisfranc fracture in his right foot, according to the Miami Herald. He is expected to be ready to play football again next year, though a specific timetable for his recovery has not been announced. Analysis: Tracking Brown's progress will be one of the top offseason injury storylines for fantasy owners to track. Meanwhile, Ricky Williams will reap the benefits of his absence the final six games of the season. | 2 days | |
| 41. | Dolphins | R. Williams scores three TDs Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports Miami Dolphins RB Ricky Williams had 22 carries for 119 yards with two touchdowns Week 11. He also caught two passes for 19 receiving yards with another touchdown. It was the first time in his career Williams had a receiving and rushing touchdown in the same game. | 2 days | |
| 42. | Steve Smith posts 87 yards, TD in loss | (Rotoworld) Steve Smith led the Panthers with seven receptions for 87 yards and a touchdown against the Dolphins in Week 7. Analysis: It could have been so much better. Smith was open all night against single coverage, including twice on deep balls, but Jake Delhomme consistently under- or over-threw his playmaker. His leaping 27-yard touchdown was a reminder that he catches in traffic as well as any receiver in the league. Smith will see plenty of shutdown corner Darrelle Revis next week, but he's tough to sit with three scores in his past two games. | 2 days | |
| 43. | Ricky runs Dolphins to victory behind 3 ... | (Rotoworld) Ricky Williams rushed 22 times for 119 yards and two touchdowns and added two receptions for 19 yards and another touchdown to lead the Dolphins past the Panthers Thursday night, 24-17. Analysis: Ricky showed nice hands and good balance on his first score, a 14-yard catch-and-run. Operating out of the Wildcat, Ricky added a diving 1-yard run, nailing the pylon for his second score of the second quarter. He sealed the game with a 46-yard tackle-shedding touchdown late in the fourth quarter after the Panthers had moved to within one score. The Dolphins' new workhorse, an ageless Ricky is a must-start RB1 against t... (More) | 2 days | |
| 44. | Is Big Ben nursing a sore throwing arm? | (Rotoworld) Ben Roethlisberger sat out parts of Thursday's practice with a with a wrap on his right elbow. Analysis: Asked if his arm was the reason he misfired on several balls in last week's loss, Roethlisberger replied, "I hope not." This could just be Big Ben playing the drama queen role again with a minor injury, as he added that he just had a "bad day" against the Bengals and there are no excuses. Roethlisberger is not listed on the Steelers' injury report this week. | 2 days | |
| 45. | Smith involved in minor car accident in Week | (TheHuddle) The NFL Network, reports Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith was involved in a minor car accident when he was traveling to Bank of America Stadium for the team's Week 11 game. He is fine and will be able to play in the game. Analysis: Smith is in the lineup and performing normally for the Panthers against the visiting Miami Dolphins. He is showing no ill effects from the accident and has already been targeted on several occasions with deep passes which indicates that the talented wideout is going full speed ahead in the game. Smith remains a solid No. 2 wideout for fantasy teams this year. | 2 days | |
| 46. | James Hardy | (RotoWire) Hardy practiced on a limited basis Thursday because of a groin injury, BuffaloBills.com reports. Analysis: Hardy should be OK for Sunday, but he was a healthy inactive last week and there's still no plan for the Bills to work him into the offense with any regularity on game day. | 2 days | |
| 47. | Dolphins inactives for Week 11 | (FFChamps) The Miami Dolphins have announced the following players as inactive for tonight's game against the Carolina Panthers: TE Anthony Fasano, LB Erik Walden, OT Andrew Gardner, DE Lionel Dotson, OT Lydon Murtha, DT Paul Soliai, RB Nate Ness, and QB Tyler Thigpen. In addition, running back Ronnie Brown is on injured reserve with a Lisfranc injury. Analysis: The big news remains the fact that Brown is done for the year. Ricky Williams will shoulder the load at running back, but fantasy... (More) | 3 days | |
| 48. | Steve Smith | (RotoWire) Smith was involved in a minor car accident on the way to Thursday's games against Miami but will play, the Associated Press reports. His name does not appear on the inactive list. Analysis: A team official said somebody "bumped into" Smith's car, and it doesn't appear as if Smith sustained any injuries. There's no need to downgrade him or consider pulling him out of your lineup. | 3 days | |
| 49. | Panthers | Smith involved in minor car accident in Week 11 | (KFFL) Jason La Canfora, of the NFL Network, reports Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith was involved in a minor car accident when he was traveling to Bank of America Stadium for the team's Week 11 game. He is fine and will be able to play in the game. | 3 days | |
| 50. | Steve Smith involved in car accident | (Rotoworld) Steve Smith was involved in a minor car accident en route to Thursday's game against the Dolphins, but it won't affect his playing status. Analysis: Team spokesman Charlie Dayton said somebody "bumped into Smith," but the receiver was uninjured and will start against Miami. With Jake Delhomme starting to exhibit some stability, we Smith ranked No. 16 among fantasy WRs this week. | 3 days | |
| 51. | Steve Smith | (RotoWire) Smith is fully expected to play Thursday night against the Dolphins. He was not listed on the injury report all week. Analysis: Smith hurt his ribs during last Sunday's win over Atlanta, but should be at or near 100 percent on Thursday night. He is safe to start. | 3 days | |
| 52. | Antonio Bryant | (RotoWire) Bryant (knee) practiced fully Thursday, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: That's definitely an encouraging sign that Bryant may play Sunday, but coach Raheem Morris said that a final decision on that front won't likely come until game-day. | 3 days | |
| 53. | Bryant practices in full Thursday | (TheHuddle) PewterReport.com reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 19, for the first time in several weeks. Analysis: Bryant should be good to go this week as the Bucs host New Orleans. They'll probably need him to have a big day to have any chance at keeping the game close. | 3 days | |
| 54. | Buccaneers | Bryant practices in full Thursday | (KFFL) Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 19, for the first time in several weeks. | 3 days | |
| 55. | Antonio Bryant upgraded to full particip... | (Rotoworld) Antonio Bryant (knee) was upgraded to full participation in Thursday's practice. Analysis: Coach Raheem Morris said Bryant will be a game-time decision, but he's obviously trending in the right direction. Even with the Saints missing both corners, we'd prefer to take a "wait and see" approach with Bryant as a WR3 option. | 3 days | |
| 56. | Leon Washington ahead of schedule | (Rotoworld) Leon Washington said Thursday that he's ahead of schedule in his return from a broken leg and hopes to rejoin the team in March for the off-season conditioning program. Analysis: Washington's injury was a double open fracture in his right leg, where the broken tibia and fibular bones came through the skin. A steel rod was placed in his leg, and Washington is beyond the point where infection is a concern. "They expect me to have a full recovery and they're real surprised at my mobility right now," said Washington. | 3 days | |
| 57. | Jets | Washington hopes to work during offseason workouts | (KFFL) Updating an earlier report, Rich Cimini, of the New York Daily News, reports New York Jets RB Leon Washington (leg) said he hopes to be able to work out with the team when the Jets start their offeseason program in March. "My goal is, which I'm very optimistic about, is to get back in March for initial training. I want to be moving around pretty good. I want to be able to work out with the guys … I'm very optimistic about that. I have faith about it. I look forward to it. The way I'm moving right now, I'm right on target," Washington said. | 3 days | |
| 58. | Brown has Lisfranc fracture | (FFChamps) Ronnie Brown's season ended yesterday because the Dolphins suspect he has a Lisfranc fracture in his right foot, according to the Miami Herald. The paper reports that Brown traveled to Charlotte to visit Dr. Bob Anderson, a foot specialist who will add his input about the severity of the issue. A Lisfranc fracture may or may not require surgery, but in either case the injury is significant enough to end his season. Analysis: The good thing is that, according to the report in the Herald, this should not have any long-term effects on Brown. However, try telling that to fantasy owners next summer when t... (More) | 3 days | |
| 59. | Morris raves about Bryant's health | (Rotoworld) Bucs coach Raheem Morris said that Antonio Bryant (knee) "looked as good as I've seen him" at Wednesday's practice. Analysis: Bryant was limited in practice and remains a question mark for Sunday. Still, it appears that the two games he sat out to rest his knee have done some good, as long as it doesn't swell up on him again. Even if Bryant plays, he's a desperation flex play at best. | 3 days | |
| 60. | Buccaneers | Bryant limited Wednesday | (KFFL) Updating a previous item, Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) was limited during the team's practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. | 3 days | |
| 61. | Shockey: LeBron would run 4.9 forty | (Rotoworld) Jeremy Shockey doesn't believe that LeBron James could play in the NFL, and estimates that LeBron runs a 4.9 forty. Analysis: "Lebron James could not play in the NFL!" Shockey tweeted Wednesday. "Espn is crazy to even think he could even make a practice squad. Hes a 4.9 40 time." James was a first-team all-Ohio receiver as a prep sophomore and led his team to the state semifinals as a junior before quitting to focus on hoops. At 6'8/250, though, a 4.9 wouldn't be very impressive. | 3 days | |
| 62. | Ronnie Brown placed on injured reserve | (FFToolbox) Miami Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown has seen the field for the last time in 2009. The team placed him on injured reserve Wednesday, ending his season. Brown left the team's game Sunday with a foot injury, the extent of which has yet to be disclosed. But it is believed to be a mid-foot sprain or a Lisfranc fracture. With him out of the picture, Ricky Williams becomes the team's No. 1 back, while Lex Hilliard -- who has yet to get a carry in his two-year career -- is expect... (More) | 4 days | |
| 63. | Season over for Brown | (FFChamps) Ronnie Brown's season is over. The Miami Dolphins placed their starting running back on injured reserve Wednesday, as first reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter on Twitter. Brown suffered a foot injury during last Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, the exact nature of which has yet to be revealed. Analysis: The worst fears of fantasy owners have been realized, as Brown is now officially done for the year. Ricky Williams takes over as the starting running back the rest of the way and will need to shoulder nearly the full load because the Dol... (More) | 4 days | |
| 64. | Ricky Williams | (RotoWire) Williams will take over as the Dolphins' lead back with news that Ronnie Brown has landed on IR. Analysis: Given how productive Williams has been as Brown's sidekick, his owners have to be doing cartwheels as this should provide a nice boost to his fantasy value. Lex Hilliard now becomes the player to target if you are looking to insure Williams. | 4 days | |
| 65. | Antonio Bryant | (RotoWire) Bryant (knee) returned to practice in a limited fashion Wednesday, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: It remains to be seen whether Bryant will play Sunday against the Saints, but it looks like sitting out the last two games has helped him out. "He came out there, ran around and looked as good as I've seen him," coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday. | 4 days | |
| 66. | Bryant practicing Wednesday | (TheHuddle) The St. Petersburg Times reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) is participating in practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. Analysis: Signs are pointing for a return to action this weekend for Bryant. Say goodbye to Maurice Stovall's production. | 4 days | |
| 67. | Antonio Bryant expected to return for Tampa Bay | (FFToolbox) Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Bryant is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints after missing the past two games with a recurring knee injury that has bothered him since last season. Bryant, who had a career year with the Buccaneers in 2008 with 83 catches for 1,248 yards and seven touchdowns, has just 16 catches for 229 yards and two touchdowns this season. He also missed the team's week two game with this injury. This week's game will be his first with rookie quarterback Josh Freeman. Analysis: Many thought Bryant would be a bust this season after a tremendous 2008; ce... (More) | 4 days | |
| 68. | Antonio Bryant returns to practice | (Rotoworld) Antonio Bryant (knee) returned to Bucs practice on Wednesday. Analysis: Bryant says it's too early to say he'll return in Week 11, despite an NFL.com report that he would be in the starting lineup against the Saints. Bryant's progress through the practice week will ultimately determine his status. | 4 days | |
| 69. | Buccaneers | Bryant practicing Wednesday | (KFFL) Stephen Holder, of the St. Petersburg Times, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) is participating in practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. | 4 days | |
| 70. | R. Williams could handle direct wildcat snaps | (TheHuddle) The Palm Beach Post report Miami Dolphins RB Ricky Williams could handle the direct snaps in the wildcat formation in the absence of RB Ronnie Brown (foot), according to head coach Tony Sparano. Analysis: With the wildcat being a big part of the Dolphins weekly game plan they will surely try to keep it going with a shift in personnel instead of scraping it due to Brown's injury. How effective the formation will be now without its primary playmaker is the big question going into this week's matchup in New England. | 4 days | |
| 71. | Bryant expected to return | (FFChamps) Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Antonio Bryant is expected to return to action this Sunday against the Saints, according to NFL.com's Steve Wyche. Bryant has been inactive the last two games because of a knee injury that has lingered since the preseason. Analysis: This is good news for the Buccaneers offense, especially rookie quarterback Josh Freeman, who has yet to work extensively with Bryant. However, fantasy owners are advised to leave Bryant on the bench (or waiver wire) until he can make it through a game without aggravating the knee again. | 4 days | |
| 72. | Brown out | (FFChamps) The Miami Dolphins will be without running back Ronnie Brown when they face the Panthers on Thursday night. Head coach Tony Sparano confirmed the expected absence on Tuesday, according to the Miami Herald. Brown injured his right foot and ankle during last Sunday's game against the Buccaneers and will reportedly see a specialist about his injuries. ProFootballTalk.com is citing a league source as suggesting there is some concern that Brown's season might be over. Analysis: We're not ruling Brown out for the season quite yet, but fantasy owners should be planning accordingly just in case. More) | 4 days | |
| 73. | Dolphins | R. Williams could handle direct snaps in wildcat | (KFFL) Edgar Thompson and Carlos Frias, of the Palm Beach Post, report Miami Dolphins RB Ricky Williams could handle the direct snaps in the wildcat formation in the absence of RB Ronnie Brown (foot), according to head coach Tony Sparano. | 4 days | |
| 74. | Buccaneers | Bryant expected to play in Week 11 | (KFFL) Steve Wyche, of NFL.com, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) is expected to play in Week 11, according to a league source. | 4 days | |
| 75. | Ben Utecht | (RotoWire) Utecht, who was on the Bengals' IR with a concussion, reached an injury settlement with the team and was released, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: Utecht has completed his rehab, and releasing him allows him to seek work elsewhere. | 4 days | |
| 76. | Raiders | McFadden not an option to return kicks | (KFFL) Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders RB Darren McFadden will not be used as a kick returner, according to head coach Tom Cable, despite having success in that role in college. | 4 days | |
| 77. | Ronnie Brown could be out for rest of season | (FFToolbox) As the week has gone on, it seems as if the news on Ronnie Brown's availability has gotten increasingly pessimistic. His ankle injury turned into a foot and ankle injury. And now, while he was already ruled out for Thursday's game against the Carolina Panthers, he could be out for much longer -- like the rest of the season. The Dolphins have not publicly acknowledged that the team fears Brown will miss the remainder of the season, but per a league source, the current thinking is that Brown will not be able to play again this year. This could change based upon the advice of the specialist that Brown... (More) | 4 days | |
| 78. | Report: Antonio Bryant due back versus S... | (Rotoworld) NFL.com's Steve Wyche reports that Antonio Bryant (knee) is expected to return to the starting lineup in Week 11 against New Orleans. Analysis: Wyche doesn't give any details, but the swelling in Bryant's surgically repaired knee must have dissipated during his three week-layoff. Bryant has averaged just three catches for 39 yards in his six 2009 appearances, and now has a rookie quarterback throwing to him. He's hardly a good WR3 in fantasy. | 4 days | |
| 79. | Ricky Williams | (RotoWire) With Ronnie Brown (ankle) out for Thursday's game against the Panthers, Williams is a must start in most fantasy leagues. Analysis: Williams is having a productive season despite only touching the ball 10-12 times a game. With Brown out, Williams' should see at least double his regular touches and Carolina's defense is not very stout against the run. Williams is a low RB1 or high RB2 option this week. | 5 days | |
| 80. | Steve Slaton | (RotoWire) Slaton continues to work on fumble-prevention during team practices, the Texans' official site reports. After fumbling eight times and losing five of them, Slaton was replaced as the starting running back by Ryan Moats. Analysis: He was still used as a third down back in their last game against Indianapolis, but the team ideally wants him as its lead back. In practices, teammates routinely rip at the ball both during and after the play to make sure Slaton is keeping the ball secure. "For us to play well in the next seven weeks, Steve will have to be a big part of that. I know I'm counting on him, and I know his teammates are, too," said Texans head coach Gary K... (More) | 5 days | |
| 81. | Dolphins | R. Williams to start in Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports Miami Dolphins RB Ricky Williams will start at running back in Week 11 Thursday, Nov. 19, with RB Ronnie Brown (foot) out. He will also be the primary target in the wildcat formation. | 5 days | |
| 82. | Slaton trying to correct fumbling issues | (TheHuddle) HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton has been trying to fix his fumbling issues. 'I've just talked to old coaches just to get back to where I was before,' Slaton said. 'It's just a problem that's come up now. I just wanted to go back and just get a sense of where I was before. You've just got to put it out of your mind and not think about it too much, but it still has to be there, just to know you've got squeeze it.' Analysis: Slaton's had two weeks to work on the problem, since Houston had a bye in Week 10. He'll probably continue to share carries with Ryan Moats and, to a less... (More) | 5 days | |
| 83. | Slaton watching tapes of Tiki Barber | (Rotoworld) Steve Slaton has begun watching tapes of former Giants RB Tiki Barber in hopes of solving his fumbling problems. Analysis: Slaton has fumbled the ball an NFL-high eight times this season, though coach Gary Kubiak has lauded him for his work ethic. "For us to play well in the next seven weeks, Steve will have to be a big part of that," said Kubiak. Slaton will have to prove that he can hold onto the football before he gets his starting job back. | 5 days | |
| 84. | Texans | Slaton trying to correct fumbling issues | (KFFL) Drew Dougherty, of HoustonTexans.com, reports Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton has been trying to fix his fumbling issues. "I've just talked to old coaches just to get back to where I was before," Slaton said. "It's just a problem that's come up now. I just wanted to go back and just get a sense of where I was before. You've just got to put it out of your mind and not think about it too much, but it still has to be there, just to know you've got squeeze it." | 5 days | |
| 85. | Bengals | Utecht released | (KFFL) The Cincinnati Bengals released TE Ben Utecht Tuesday, Nov. 17. | 5 days | |
| 86. | Bengals cut ties with TE Ben Utecht | (Rotoworld) Bengals released TE Ben Utecht. Analysis: Utecht is out for the season after suffering a series of concussions during training camp. He has a long history of concussion and may never play football again. | 5 days | |
| 87. | Ricky Williams to start in Week 11 | (Rotoworld) Ricky Williams will start against the Panthers on Thursday night. Analysis: Williams is a good bet to receive 20+ touches against a defense that allows the eighth most fantasy points to opposing running backs. Averaging a gaudy 5.3 yards per carry and 10.7 yards per reception, Ricky is a Top-10 fantasy option this week. | 5 days | |
| 88. | Steve Smith | (RotoWire) Smith (ribs) hasn't been listed on the Panthers' injury report on Monday or Tuesday. Analysis: It's possible that he'll end up being listed as probable after Wednesday's practice, but Smith's rib injury suffered on his second TD catch of Sunday's win over Atlanta appears to be a non-issue. Smith and the Panthers have a very favorable matchup on Thursday against a Dolphins secondary that ranks 27th in the NFL against the pass (239.4 YPG, 11 TD allowed). | 5 days | |
| 89. | Brown unlikely to play Thursday | (FFChamps) Put Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown on your fantasy bench for this week. "Barring a dramatic and unexpected recovery by Thursday," Brown will not be able to play against the Panthers on Thursday night, according to the Miami Herald. Brown is not practicing and has both a right ankle and right foot injury. The ankle injury is said to be a short-term issue, whereas the foot injury is reportedly more of a long-term problem, according to the Herald. The specific nature of the injuries has not been disclosed. Analysis: Count Brown out and plan to play More) | 5 days | |
| 90. | Mason Crosby | (RotoWire) Crosby was 1-for-2 on field goals and 2-for-2 on extra points in Sunday's win over the Cowboys. Analysis: Crosby pushed a 52-yarder to the left but rebounded by drilling a 48-yard attempt before halftime. He's still one of the top fantasy kickers available. | 5 days | |
| 91. | Panthers | Smith hopes to be ready for Week 11 | (KFFL) Steve Reed, of CarolinaGrowl.com, reports Carolina Panthers WR Steve Smith (ribs) said he hopes to play in Week 11 after injuring his ribs in Week 10. | 6 days | |
| 92. | Dolphins | Comfortable with Williams if Brown out | (KFFL) Carlos Frias, of the Palm Beach Post, reports Miami Dolphins head coach Tony Sparano said he is completely comfortable with having RB Ricky Williams take a bulk of the carries in Week 11 if RB Ronnie Brown (ankle, foot) is not able to play. | 6 days | |
| 93. | DeSean Jackson | (RotoWire) Jackson had eight receptions for 91 yards in the Eagles' loss Sunday. Analysis: Jackson briefly left the game with an ankle injury but quickly returned so it shouldn't be a problem moving forward. He gets the Bears in Chicago in Week 11. | 6 days | |
| 94. | Dolphins poised to use Ricky as featured... | (Rotoworld) Dolphins coach Tony Sparano says he is "completely comfortable" using Ricky Williams as an every-down back with Ronnie Brown (foot/ankle) out. Analysis: Ricky can handle direct snaps in the Wildcat, is averaging 5.3 YPC with seven all-purpose scores on the season, and doesn't limit anything the Fins do in their base offense. He'll start and be a safe bet for 20 touches Thursday night against a Panthers defense that ranks 25th against the run and was gashed for 204 total yards and a touchdown by Atlanta's running backs in Week 10. | 6 days | |
| 95. | Ronnie Brown has multiple foot injuries, is surely out of Thursday's game | (FFToolbox) Miami Dolphins running back Ronnie Brown left Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with a sprained ankle. However, that's not even the injury that worries the team most. According to Jay Glazer of FOX Sports, Brown also has a foot injury that has the team very concerned. He will certainly miss the team's game on Thursday against the Carolina Panthers. It is unknown if Brown has a mid-foot sprain, also known as a Lisfranc injury, which could keep him out for quite a while. Brown went down midway through the third quarter after he broke a long run and then fumbled while fighting for extra y... (More) | 6 days | |
| 96. | Panthers WR Smith expected to 'be fine' | (Rotoworld) According to beat writer Steve Reed, Steve Smith's Week 10 ribs injury is unlikely to keep him out of action going forward. Analysis: Smith's ribs are only bruised, and he should be ready for Week 11 despite the Panthers being on a short week. They square off with Miami on Thursday. | 6 days | |
| 97. | Shaun Suisham | (RotoWire) Suisham was 2/2 in field goals and 3/3 in extra points on Sunday. He is a perfect 12/12 on the season with a long of 48 yards. Analysis: Suisham has improved from a poor 2008 and is no longer looking over his shoulder each week. Keep in mind Week 10 was the first time the 'Skins scored over 17 points in a game so his opportunities are limited. | 6 days | |
| 98. | Darren McFadden | (RotoWire) McFadden (knee) returned to action on Sunday but had just four carries for 11 yards in the Raiders' loss to the Chiefs. Analysis: Fellow running backs Michael Bush and Justin Fargas both must have sensed that they could lose some playing time with McFadden back in action, because both of them played well against the Chiefs -- Bush ran for over 100 yards and Fargas scored a touchdown in his second straight game. Expect the Raiders to continue rotating their running backs in some fashion over the next few weeks. | 6 days | |
| 99. | Steve Smith | (RotoWire) Smith suffered a minor rib injury on his second TD catch of the day against the Falcons on Sunday, the Gaston Gazette reports. Analysis: He did not record another catch after suffering the injury, but Smith finished the game and caught four passes for 34 yards and a pair of scores. Smith said that he's OK and that he expects to play against the Dolphins on Thursday night. | 6 days | |
| 100. | Eagles | Jackson dinged in Week 10 | (KFFL) Bob Brookover and Jeff McLane, of The Philadelphia Inquirer, report Philadelphia Eagles WR DeSean Jackson (ankle) had suffered an ankle injury in Week 10, but head coach Andy Reid did not make mention of the injury following the game. Jackson did play the entire game. | 6 days |