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Quest Bronze Dynasty 22 News Articles |
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| 1. | Knowshon Moreno | (RotoWire) Moreno had ten carries for 80 yards and one catch for six yards on Sunday against San Diego. Analysis: Moreno fumbled within the Chargers' five-yard line, which led to an argument and shoving match with wide receiver Brandon Marshall. Fantasy owners were reminded that despite the preseason hype and top spot on the Broncos' running back depth chart, Moreno has only scored two touchdowns all season. He remains the #1 back for the Broncos, but still struggles to put up big fantasy numbers. | 20 minutes | |
| 2. | Steven Jackson | (RotoWire) Jackson carried the ball 24 times for 116 yards and one touchdown during the Rams' loss to Arizona in Week 11. Analysis: The yards and TD were nice but Jackson's two receptions for zero yards were a bit disappointing. It appeared that Arizona was focused on taking away one aspect of Jackson's game and they did that, jumping all over the screen plays and swing passes the club has been regularly running throughout the year. Expect offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur to make the necessary changes next week to get Jackson back into the passing game. | 30 minutes | |
| 3. | Jones goes over 100 | (Rotoworld) Thomas Jones rushed 21 times for 103 yards in Sunday's loss to the Patriots. Analysis: Jones piled up 40 of those yards in complete garbage time, but that doesn't change the fact that he is running well. And more importantly, Shonn Greene barely sniffed the field. Jones has an excellent matchup with the injury-depleted Panthers next week and will be a RB2. | 42 minutes | |
| 4. | Neil Rackers | (RotoWire) Rackers did not attempt a field goal in Week 11; he connected on all three of his PATs. Analysis: The Cardinals' offense continues to perform very well in the red zone and that's cutting into Rackers' field-goal attempts. Arizona is averaging a solid 25.0 points per game, so if the offense starts to bog down in the red zone, Rackers could become much more active. It's worth watching starting quarterback Kurt Warner's status; he left Sunday's game due to a head injury and the Cardinals' offense probably won't be as efficient if Warner is sidelined in Week 12. | 44 minutes | |
| 5. | Rams | Jackson productive Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports St. Louis Rams RB Steven Jackson rushed for 116 yards and one touchdown on 24 carries in Week 11. It was his fourth consecutive 100-yards game. Jackson became the first player in Rams history to post five straight 1,000-yard seasons. | 46 minutes | |
| 6. | Moreno totals 86 yards in Week 11 | (Rotoworld) Knowshon Moreno rushed 10 times for 80 yards and added one reception for six yards against the Chargers in Week 11. Analysis: Gashing the Chargers defense, Moreno was on his way to a breakout game but lost snaps to Correll Buckhalter with the Broncos moving to passing sets in the second half. Though he lost his fourth fumble of the season on a questionable call at the goal-line, he stayed out of the doghouse, starting the next series at tail back. Moreno is now up to 4.2 YPC on the season, but the presence of Buckhalter makes him just a RB2/flex going forward. | 53 minutes | |
| 7. | Mike Wallace | (RotoWire) Wallace had two catches for 47 yards against the Chiefs Sunday. Analysis: The Steelers' deep threat was targeted just three times Sunday, as most of the looks went towards Hines Ward and Santonio Holmes. He now has 500 yards receiving for the season and leads the team with an average of 17.9 yards per catch. | 1 hour | |
| 8. | Santonio Holmes | (RotoWire) Holmes had seven receptions for 86 yards against the Chiefs in Week 11. Analysis: Holmes continues to get his looks (10 targets Sunday) and yards, but he also continues to frustrate anyone who has him in touchdown-heavy leagues. He failed to find the endzone for the ninth straight game Sunday. | 1 hour | |
| 9. | Sproles held to 33 yards in Week 11 | (Rotoworld) Darren Sproles rushed nine times for 26 yards and added one reception for seven yards against the Broncos in Week 11. Analysis: Sproles remains nothing more than a role player in the Chargers offense. He had a chance for more work with the game out of hand in the second half, but Mike Tolbert and Jacob Hester split 14 carries and 104 yards instead. | 1 hour | |
| 10. | Steven Jackson has another big day | (Rotoworld) Steven Jackson ran for 116 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries and caught two passes for a net gain of zero in the Rams' Week 11 loss. Analysis: Jackson's monster season is highly impressive considering the ineptness of his teammates. He is also averaging a crisp 25.0 touches and 103.1 total yards per game, which obviously boosts his production ceiling. S-Jax will be a top-five fantasy play against the Seahawks in Week 12. | 1 hour | |
| 11. | Packers | Rodgers plays well Week 11 | (KFFL) The Associated Press reports Green Bay Packers QB Aaron Rodgers went 32-for-45 for 344 yards and two touchdowns in Week 11. | 2 hours | |
| 12. | 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. | 2 hours | |
| 13. | 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. | 2 hours | |
| 14. | Wallace held to 47 yards in Week 11 | (Rotoworld) Mike Wallace was held to two receptions for 47 yards and rushed once for five yards against the Chiefs in Week 11. Analysis: Wallace made a couple of nice catches in traffic, but he had the ball stripped out of his hands on a 33-yard gain in the first quarter. He was targeted just two times the rest of the way. Keep him benched against the Ravens next week. | 2 hours | |
| 15. | 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. | 2 hours | |
| 16. | 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. | 2 hours | |
| 17. | 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. | 3 hours | |
| 18. | Aaron Rodgers throws for 344 yds, two sc... | (Rotoworld) Aaron Rodgers completed 32 of a season-high 45 passes for 344 yards and two touchdowns in the Packers' 30-24 win over San Francisco in Week 11. Analysis: Rodgers shredded San Francisco for for his seventh multi-touchdown game in the last eight weeks. Most promisingly, the Packers protected Rodgers well (he took only two sacks), allowing him to take more vertical shots. On his second-quarter touchdown to Greg Jennings, Rodgers operated from the shotgun to hit Jennings over the middle and watch him do the rest of the work down the seams. Rodgers has another highly favorable matchup at Detroit in Week 12. | 3 hours | |
| 19. | Cadillac Williams gets 12 touches in los... | (Rotoworld) Cadillac Williams ran 11 times for 32 yards and caught a one-yard pass in the Bucs' Week 11 loss. Analysis: The Bucs have reintroduced a three-headed monster. Fullback Earnest Graham chipped in 47 yards on six touches and Derrick Ward had 10 touches for 40 yards. In a young offense with a turnover-prone QB, no member of this backfield is particularly interesting from a fantasy standpoint. | 4 hours | |
| 20. | 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. | 4 hours | |
| 21. | 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. | 4 hours | |
| 22. | Carlson held without catch in Week 11 | (Rotoworld) John Carlson was held without a catch in Week 11 against the Vikings. Analysis: A disappointing homecoming for the Minnesota native. Carlson came up empty on six targets, including dropping a two-point conversion try. He's topped 50 yards just once since a big season opener. | 4 hours | |
| 23. | Bengals inactives for Week 11 | (FFChamps) The Cincinnati Bengals have announced the following players as inactive for today's game against the Oakland Raiders: RB Fui Vakapuna, T Andre Smith, QB Jordan Palmer, OLB Keith Rivers, RB Cedric Benson, WR Jerome Simpson, G Evan Mathis, and TE Chase Coffman. Analysis: Benson is out, so look for Bernard Scott to get the start. Larry Johnson may get some carries today as well, because he has had lots of success against the Raiders as a former Kansas City Chief, so don't be surprised if LJ gets some action. | 4 hours | |
| 24. | Bengals | Benson inactive for Week 11 | (KFFL) NFL.com reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) has been declared inactive for Week 11. | 5 hours | |
| 25. | Benson inactive; rookie Bernard Scott st... | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson is inactive for Sunday's game against the Raiders. Analysis: Rookie Bernard Scott will start with Larry Johnson potentially acting as a change of pace. L.J. is unlikely to see double-digit touches, however. The Bengals' other inactives are third QB Jordan Palmer, WR Jerome Simpson, OT Andre Smith, OG Evan Mathis, FB Fui Vakapuna, TE Chase Coffman, and LB Keith Rivers. Brandon Johnson will start at weak-side linebacker. | 5 hours | |
| 26. | 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) | 21 hours | |
| 27. | 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. | 21 hours | |
| 28. | Gage out for Week 11 | (TheHuddle) TitansOnline.com reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Saturday, Nov. 21. He has been ruled out for the team's Week 11 game. Analysis: The injury to Gage could keep the receiver out for more than one game which gives the rookie Kenny Britt some additional playing time in the Titans offense. Britt could be a solid sleeper candidate during the fantasy playoffs as they will face St. Louis, Miami and San Diego starting in Week 14. | 22 hours | |
| 29. | 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. | 22 hours | |
| 30. | Gage ruled out for Monday night | (FFChamps) Titans wide receiver Justin Gage has been ruled out for Monday night's game against the Texans. Gage has not practiced since after the Titans' Week 9 game against the 49ers. Gage broke the transverse process bones in his back after landing hard from making an acrobatic catch. Analysis: Titans rookie Kenny Britt will make his second consecutive start in Gage's absence. He caught two passes for 55 yards against the Bills last Sunday and is leading the Titans in receiving yards (351) and is tied for third on the team in receptions (22). | 22 hours | |
| 31. | Kyle Orton not expected to go Sunday | (FFToolbox) According to the Denver Post, barring an overnight medical miracle that heals Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton's bum ankle, Chris Simms will be the team's starting QB Sunday against the San Diego Chargers with sole possession of the AFC West lead at stake. While Simms has taken the first-team snaps all week, Orton has been unable to practice due to a sprained ankle, which he suffered last week against Washington. Orton has tried hard to get his ankle to heal. But as of Saturday afternoon, it had not recovered enough to play. Orton d... (More) | 22 hours | |
| 32. | 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) | 1 day | |
| 33. | Titans | Gage out for Week 11 | (KFFL) TitansOnline.com reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Saturday, Nov. 21. He has been ruled out for the team's Week 11 game. | 1 day | |
| 34. | 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 | |
| 35. | Gage officially out | (Rotoworld) Justin Gage (back) is officially out for Monday's game against the Texans. Analysis: Gage hasn't played since taking a hard fall against the 49ers on Nov. 8. Kenny Britt will start his second straight game but the rookie had just two catches and four targets last week. | 1 day | |
| 36. | Justin Gage | (RotoWire) Gage (back) has officially been ruled out of Monday's game against Houston, the Associated Press reports. Analysis: Gage didn't practice all week and will again be replaced in the lineup by Kenny Britt. We'll revisit Gage's status next week. | 1 day | |
| 37. | 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 | |
| 38. | 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 | |
| 39. | 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 | |
| 40. | Cedric Benson doubtful for Sunday | (FFToolbox) Earlier Friday, Cincinnati Bengals running back Cedric Benson that he was still a game-time decision, despite not practicing all week (including Friday). He may still be right. As in, it probably won't be until game time that he is ruled out for Sunday's contest at Oakland. Benson suffered a hip injury last week against the Pittsburgh Steelers. If Benson is out, Larry Johnson would make his Bengals debut, but Bernard Scott is expected to start against the Raiders, and More) | 1 day | |
| 41. | Titans | Gage misses practice Friday | (KFFL) Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is considered doubtful for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 42. | Benson doubtful | (FFChamps) Bengals running back Cedric Benson told the Cincinnati Enquirer Friday morning that he will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game at Oakland even though he is officially listed as doubtful on the Bengals injury report. Benson has not practiced all week with a hip injury. Analysis: If Benson lands on the inactive list, plan on Bernard Scott making the start with Brian Leonard backing him up. Newly acquired running back, Larry Johnson would then be third on the depth chart for... (More) | 2 days | |
| 43. | Buccaneers | Williams to play Week 11 | (KFFL) Updating a previous report, Roy Cummings, of The Tampa Tribune, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams (knee) will be able to play in Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 44. | Benson doubtful for Week 11 | (TheHuddle) The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11. Analysis: Hopefully you picked up Bernard Scott if you're a Benson owner. Scott will share carries with Larry Johnson and Brian Leonard, but he's still worth serious consideration as a Fantasy start against Oakland's porous run defense. | 2 days | |
| 45. | Cadillac Williams | (RotoWire) Williams (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Saints, the Saint Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: Williams remains the Bucs' lead back, but the team has been careful not to run Cadillac into the ground, as he has recorded between 10-16 carries in every game since Week 4. | 2 days | |
| 46. | Benson doubtful | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) is officially listed as doubtful for Week 11. Analysis: Benson missed his third straight practice Friday and will be among the Bengals' inactives at Oakland. Rookie Bernard Scott will draw the start. | 2 days | |
| 47. | Bengals | Benson doubtful for Week 11 | (KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 48. | Justin Gage | (RotoWire) Gage (back) did not practice Friday, the Titans' official site reports. Analysis: We'll have to see where Gage is listed Saturday, but it's not looking good for him for Monday's game against the Texans. | 2 days | |
| 49. | Mike Wallace | (RotoWire) Wallace (illness) was not listed on Friday's injury report. Analysis: It looks like all systems go for Wallace against a Kansas City defense that has allowed an average of over 230 yards per game through the air and 14 touchdown passes this year. | 2 days | |
| 50. | Steelers | Wallace not on injury report | (KFFL) Pittsburgh Steelers WR Mike Wallace (illness) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is not on the injury report for Week 11 and will be able to play. | 2 days | |
| 51. | Cadillac all systems go | (Rotoworld) Cadillac Williams (probable, knee) practiced in full again Friday. Analysis: Cadillac's fantasy upside is severely limited by his rotation with Derrick Ward, but he's worth flex consideration in non-PPR leagues against a Saints run defense giving up nearly 6.0 yards per carry in their last three games. | 2 days | |
| 52. | Cedric Benson | (RotoWire) Benson (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Raiders, the Bengals' official site reports. Analysis: Benson has called himself a game-time decision, but the doubtful tag suggests that he will very likely be out Sunday. Look for Bernard Scott to start Sunday, with Brian Leonard and newcomer Larry Johnson in the mix as well. | 2 days | |
| 53. | Buccaneers | C. Williams probable for Week 11 | (KFFL) Charlie Campbell and Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, report Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 54. | Benson says he will be a game-time decision | (TheHuddle) The Cincinnati Enquirer reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) said he will be a game-time decision for Week 11. Analysis: As we've stated before, there's a good chance the Bengals will choose to err on the side of caution this week with Benson, and rest him in what should be a win against the Raiders. Bernard Scott will probably get the bulk of the carries against one of the worst rushing defenses in the NFL. | 2 days | |
| 55. | Cedric Benson | (RotoWire) Benson, whose his sore hip muscle kept him out of practice for a third straight day Friday, says he's a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Raiders, the Bengals' official site reports. Analysis: If Benson is unable to play, look for Bernard Scott to start, with Brian Leonard and Larry Johnson -- who has a good shot to be active if Benson is scratched -- also in the mix against the Raiders in Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 56. | Cedric Benson misses practice again | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) missed Bengals practice again on Friday. Analysis: This is a near-certain sign that Benson won't be active at Oakland, and he may not even make the trip. Bernard Scott will start in the favorable matchup. | 2 days | |
| 57. | Cedric Benson | (RotoWire) Benson (hip) said that he'll be a game-time decision on Sunday prior to Friday's practice, Joe Reedy of the Cincinnati Enquirer reports. Analysis: If Benson is unable to play, look for Bernard Scott and Larry Johnson to likely share the carries against the Raiders in Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 58. | Carlson's role declining in passing game | (Rotoworld) Seahawks coach Jim Mora confirmed that TE John Carlson's role in the passing game is declining. Analysis: Carlson has been kept in to block more of late, the Seahawks are starting to use four-wide sets, and they've leaned heavily on the screen game. Carlson will need to pitch in against pass rusher Jared Allen Sunday, so he remains a poor bet as a TE1. | 2 days | |
| 59. | Cedric Benson: I'm still a game-day deci... | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) said Friday morning that he remains a game-day decision for this Sunday. Analysis: Benson has yet to practice this week, and signs are pointing toward the Bengals holding their workhorse out in a game that should come easily with Bernard Scott and Brian Leonard holding down the fort. Larry Johnson says he's playing Sunday but doesn't know how much. We expect it to be very little. Check back Friday afternoon for an official update on Benson's status. | 2 days | |
| 60. | Bengals | Benson says he will be a game-time decision | (KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) said he will be a game-time decision for Week 11. | 2 days | |
| 61. | 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 | |
| 62. | 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 | |
| 63. | 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 | |
| 64. | Steelers WR Wallace returns to practice | (Rotoworld) Steelers WR Mike Wallace (illness) returned to practice Thursday. Analysis: Wallace will resume his deep-threat role against a burnable Chiefs secondary this week. He's worth consideration as a boom or bust WR3 in standard scoring leagues. | 2 days | |
| 65. | 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 | |
| 66. | Steelers | Wallace returns to practice Thursday | (KFFL) Pittsburgh Steelers WR Mike Wallace (illness) returned for the team's practice Thursday, Nov. 19. | 2 days | |
| 67. | 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 | |
| 68. | 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 | |
| 69. | Benson unlikely to play | (FFChamps) Bengals running back Cedric Benson was unable to practice again on Thursday, making him unlikely to play in this weekend's game against the Raiders according to a report on NFL.com. Benson is nursing a strained abductor muscle. Meanwhile Larry Johnson continued to get a heavy workload in practice this week and could reportedly see a lot of snaps in his first game with the Bengals. Analysis: Fantasy owners should have a Plan B in place by now in the event Benson is unable to play. It would have been a great matchup for Benson, making his li... (More) | 3 days | |
| 70. | Titans | Gage misses practice Thursday | (KFFL) Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19. He is not expected to play in Week 11, but head coach Jeff Fisher has not ruled him out. | 3 days | |
| 71. | Cedric Benson | (RotoWire) Benson (hip) is unlikely to play on Sunday against the Raiders after missing Thursday's practice, a league source told NFL.com reports. Analysis: This seems like the prudent route for the Bengals. That said, this came from a league source, not the Bengals themselves, so check in Friday for what hopefully will be a more official verdict. | 3 days | |
| 72. | Justin Gage | (RotoWire) Gage (back) did not practice Thursday, the Titans' official site reports. Analysis: Unless Gage does some quick healing, look for Kenny Britt to see added work again in his place Monday against the Texans. | 3 days | |
| 73. | Justin Gage remains out of practice | (Rotoworld) Justin Gage (back) is still not practicing for the Titans. Analysis: Gage will be held out at least another week. Kenny Britt will start against the Texans, but he's not a recommended fantasy play with the offense revolving around Chris Johnson right now. | 3 days | |
| 74. | Cadillac Williams | (RotoWire) Williams (knee) returned to a full practice Thursday after being limited Wednesday, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: We'll see how he is listed on Friday's injury report, but it certainly looks like Williams will be good to go Sunday against the Saints. | 3 days | |
| 75. | Report: Benson likely out for Raiders ga... | (Rotoworld) According to NFL.com's Jason LaCanfora, Cedric Benson (hip) is unlikely to play against the Raiders this week after missing a second straight practice Thursday. Analysis: Benson's teammates have also said they would be surprised if he plays. LaCanfora's source says Larry Johnson has received plenty of practice reps and could see a "significant role" at Oakland. We remain skeptical that LJ will have much of an impact and believe that Bernard Scott is the back to start in fantasy leagues as a RB2/flex this week. | 3 days | |
| 76. | Mike Wallace | (RotoWire) Wallace, who sat out Wednesday's practice due to an illness, was not listed on Thursday's practice participation/injury report. Analysis: It looks like Wallace will be fine for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, though we'll have to see if he ends up listed on Friday's official injury report at all. | 3 days | |
| 77. | Cadillac upgraded to full participation | (Rotoworld) Cadillac Williams (knee) was upgraded to full participation in Thursday's practice. Analysis: Caddy will start and split touches with Derrick Ward on Sunday. The Saints are without both starting defensive tackles, making Caddy a viable flex option this week. | 3 days | |
| 78. | Buccaneers | C. Williams practices in full Thursday | (KFFL) Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams (knee) practiced in full Thursday, Nov. 19. | 3 days | |
| 79. | Bengals | Benson not bothered by L. Johnson addition | (KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson said the team's signing of RB Larry Johnson will not affect him in any way moving forward. "I didn't know I was supposed to be jumping out of my seat or anything. I really have no feelings about it," Benson said. "They made a move they felt they needed to do, and that's fine with me. It's not going to affect me in any kind of way. Whatever happens from here on, I can guarantee you I'll definitely be making the best of it. In most cases you hold your fate in your own hands. I'm not letting up in any aspect of what I'm doing. I wo... (More) | 3 days | |
| 80. | Benson misses practice Thursday | (TheHuddle) ESPNews reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19. Analysis: The Bengals may play it safe with Benson and sit him out of a game they should win against the Raiders whether or not he suits up. If he can't go, backup Bernard Scott would be a good Fantasy play against the lousy Oakland run defense. He'd probably share some carries to newly-signed Larry Johnson, but Scott should see most of the workload. | 3 days | |
| 81. | Bengals | Benson misses practice Thursday | (KFFL) ESPNews reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19. | 3 days | |
| 82. | 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 | |
| 83. | Benson doesn't sound thrilled with L.J. ... | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson did not sound thrilled Wednesday when asked about the Bengals' acquisition of Larry Johnson. Analysis: "I didn't know I was supposed to be jumping out of my seat or anything. I really have no feelings about it," Benson said. This kind of stuff got Benson in trouble in Chicago, where he could never co-exist with Thomas Jones. Still, Benson is the clear starter in this case and Johnson will likely be inactive as long as CedBen is healthy. | 3 days | |
| 84. | Steelers | Two miss practice Wednesday | (KFFL) Pittsburgh Steelers LB James Farrior (personal) and WR Mike Wallace (illness) missed the team's practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. | 3 days | |
| 85. | Buccaneers | C. Williams limited Wednesday | (KFFL) Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams (knee) was limited during the team's practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. | 3 days | |
| 86. | Mike Wallace | (RotoWire) Wallace missed practice Wednesday due to illness, the Steelers' web site reports. Analysis: It's unknown at this point if his status for Sunday's game against the Chiefs is in jeopardy. We'll see if he is able to return to practice in the next couple of days. | 4 days | |
| 87. | 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 | |
| 88. | Mike Wallace has illness | (Rotoworld) Mike Wallace missed Steelers practice Wednesday with an illness. Analysis: He'll probably regroup and be back on the practice field Thursday. Like the rest of the Steelers' skill players, Wallace disappointed with just one catch for 16 yards in Week 11 against Cincinnati. With sub-4.4 speed, the rookie will give a molasses-slow Chiefs back four more problems in Week 11. | 4 days | |
| 89. | Cadillac Williams limited | (Rotoworld) Cadillac Williams (knee) was limited in Bucs practice Wednesday. Analysis: Caddy has a long history of knee injuries, but he didn't appear hobbled in last week's loss to Miami. He is a flex option Sunday versus New Orleans. | 4 days | |
| 90. | 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 | |
| 91. | 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 | |
| 92. | Cadillac Williams | (RotoWire) Williams (knee) was limited at practice Wednesday, the St. Petersburg Times reports. Analysis: More details as they are available, but any time Williams' knee acts up, it's worth noting, given his injury history. | 4 days | |
| 93. | Bengals | Benson misses practice Wednesday | (KFFL) Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 18. | 4 days | |
| 94. | Cedric Benson held out of practice | (Rotoworld) Cedric Benson (hip) was held out of Bengals practice Wednesday. Analysis: However, coach Marvin Lewis stressed that Benson is "healing fast," and that he isn't ruled out for the team's Week 11 matchup at Oakland. If Benson can't play, Bernard Scott will start with Brian Leonard as the "change of pace." | 4 days | |
| 95. | 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 | |
| 96. | 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 | |
| 97. | 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 | |
| 98. | Mike Wallace | (RotoWire) Coach Mike Tomlin confirmed Wallace might get some chances to return kicks going forward, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. Analysis: Wallace had the first kick return of his pro-career (which went for 26 yards) in Sunday's loss to the Bengals, but Tomlin said he "may get some more opportunities in the future." Wallace leads the league in receiving yards by a rookie with 453, but now may also get a few shots at having an impact in the return game. He had success as a returner in college (second team All-SEC in his senior year), so it's not unfamiliar territory. | 4 days | |
| 99. | 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 |