NFL Player News - Week 14

LT Profits · 12-06-16 07:13 AM

Courtesy of Footballguys.com

ATL - WR Julio Jones has turf toe

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) is dealing with turf toe, according to head coach Dan Quinn. The injury is not believed to be long-term.

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Turf toe is an extremely painful injury to deal with...or try to play through. We should see Jones limited in practice all this week. At this time, Quinn expects Jones to play in Week 14 but it's too soon to know for sure.

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NE - WR Danny Amendola to miss time

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Updating a previous report, New England Patriots WR Danny Amendola (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 13, and the team's plan is to have him ready for the playoffs.

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That means Amendola could be shut down for the rest of the regular season. A high-ankle sprain can linger if not given enough time to heal. With Chris Hogan back in action, the Pats offense won't miss a beat without Amendola.

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DEN - Denver claims RB Justin Forsett

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Free-agent RB Justin Forsett (Lions) was claimed by the Denver Broncos Monday, Dec. 5.

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Forsett has had an odd year to say the least. He was cut by the Ravens after camp, but the team brought him back. They later cut Forsett and the Lions picked him up. The Lions just cut him last week, so the Broncos have now picked him up. Forsett had a career-best 1,266 yards rushing under Gary Kubiak when the Broncos head coach was the OC of the Ravens in 2014. Watch to see if Forsett can outperform a disappointed Devontae Booker in the Broncos backfield.

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TB - WR Cecil Shorts suffers major knee injuries

Source: ESPN - Britt McHenry

Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Cecil Shorts (knee) tore his right ACL, MCL, PCL and dislocated his right knee in a Week 13 win over the San Diego Chargers.

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This injury could end his career. Shorts has been productive at times during his pro career, but he could not shake the injury bug. During six years in the NFL, Shorts has 229 catches, 2,979 receiving yards and 14 touchdowns.

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CLE - 'All signs point' to RG3 starting

Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (shoulder) is likely to get at least one more chance to prove he can be the team's quarterback of the future and 'all signs point' to it happening over the final month of the season, according to ESPN's Pat McManamon.

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Never say never, and Griffin looks to be on track to play again for the Browns. This could be a four-game audition for Griffin as the Browns are just looking to the future. If he impresses, there's a chance he could stick around in 2017. He has a cap hit of $9.25 million next year with only $1.75 million in dead money.

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CHI - WR Marquess Wilson injured

Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Adam L. Jahns

Chicago Bears WR Marquess Wilson (groin) left the game Sunday, Dec. 5, in the first quarter with a strained groin.

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With Wilson out of the lineup, Josh Bellamy got a larger opportunity. If Wilson continues to miss time, then Bellamy could start opposite Cameron Meredith. Bellamy had four catches for 93 yards against the 49ers on Sunday.

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TEN - RB DeMarco Murray on the field Monday

Source: TitansOnline.com - Jim Wyatt

Tennessee Titans RB DeMarco Murray (foot) participated in practice Monday, Dec. 5.

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The Titans had a bye in Week 13 as they prepare to face the Broncos in Week 14. Murray should register a RB1 performance against a weak Broncos rush defense, and we may see rookie Derrick Henry put up good flex numbers.

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JAX - RB Denard Robinson has high ankle sprain

Source: The Associated Press - Mark Long

Jacksonville Jaguars RB Denard Robinson (ankle) suffered a high ankle sprain during the team's Week 13 game.

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High-ankle sprains are known to take a few weeks to heal. The Jaguars are hurting at RB with Chris Ivory (hamstring) banged up.

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SEA - Seattle signs RB Marcel Reece

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Free-agent FB Marcel Reece (Raiders) is signing an undisclosed deal with the Seattle Seahawks Monday, Dec. 5, according to a source.

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Reece is a versatile veteran who can line up in the slot to catch passes, work as a devastating blocker as a fullback, or run the ball if needed. He'll be in the backfield to help blast open holes for Thomas Rawls. Seahawks fullback Will Tukuafu is in the concussion protocol.

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TB - RB Charles Sims expected back this week

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Charles Sims (knee) is expected to be activated from the Reserve/Injured list before the team's Week 14 game against the New Orleans Saints, according to head coach Dirk Koetter.

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Sims is an important handcuff for Doug Martin owners to add off the waiver wire if he's out there. He'll get worked in behind Martin as a change-of-pace back. The return of Sims will take away some snaps from Jacquizz Rodgers.

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BUF - WR Percy Harvin placed on NFI

Source: BuffaloBills.com

Buffalo Bills WR Percy Harvin (illness) was placed on the Reserve/Non-Football Illness list Monday, Dec. 5.

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Harvin's pro career is likely done. Talked out of retirement earlier this year, Harvin began experience severe migraine headaches after appearing in just two games. In eight seasons, Harvin caught 382 passes for 4,376 receiving yards and 23 touchdowns.

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DEN - QB Trevor Siemian sheds walking boot

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Denver Broncos QB Trevor Siemian (foot) is longer wearing his walking boot, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.

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It's a sign that Siemian is on the right track. Kubiak is hopeful Siemian will be able to play in Week 14. The Broncos travel to play against the Titans on Sunday.

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ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu has groin injury Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (groin) suffered a groin injury in Week 13, but he could still practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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He was injured late in the game against the Chiefs. The Falcons will be cautious with Sanu as he deals with this injury...especially with Julio Jones battling a turf toe.

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NFL - Leonard Fournette given high praise

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

LSU RB Leonard Fournette has officially declared for the NFL Draft Monday, Dec. 5. Two anonymous high-level evaluators told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that Fournette is better than Los Angeles Rams RB Todd Gurley. Fournette is considered by many pundits to be a top-five draft pick next year.

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Fournette is one of our favorite RBs in college. He's a big, swift and physical running back who gets stronger as the game goes on. Fournette's size, speed, and power combination reminds some in the scouting community of Vikings RB Adrian Peterson.

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KC - WR Jeremy Maclin uncertain for Thursday

Source: Chiefs.com - B.J. Kissel

Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeremy Maclin (groin) continues to make improvement from his groin injury, but head coach Andy Reid suggested he didn't know if Maclin would be able to play Thursday, Dec. 8, in a Week 14 game against the Oakland Raiders.

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The Chiefs would get a boost to the offense with Maclin back in the lineup. At this time, Maclin is trending in the right direction. We'll know more about his availability on Wednesday. This is a huge, must-see game on Thursday in the league's toughest division.

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CAR - Too much too soon for WR Kelvin Benjamin?

Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed

Carolina Panthers WR Kelvin Benjamin has scored only once since Week 4 and failed to catch more than three passes in any of his last three games. When asked about the team's top receiver Monday, Dec. 5, head coach Ron Rivera said, 'Maybe we did get him out there too soon, too much (after last year's torn ACL).'

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The season hasn't gone the way the Panthers wanted, but it will be nice to see Benjamin jump-started late in the year if at all possible. The Panthers are evaluating for next season, and Benjamin can be a big part of the offense if at full strength.

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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews expected back soon

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (knee) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.

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The Eagles aren't running the ball well without Mathews on the field. We'll see if he can practice this week and work as the team's lead back against Washington.

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PHI - Dorial Green-Beckham diagnosed with oblique contusion

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles WR Dorial Green-Beckham (oblique) suffered an oblique contusion in a Week 13 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He is not expected to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, but should be back in time to play versus the Washington Redskins in Week 14.

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Without Jordan Matthews, there was an opportunity for Green-Beckham to do more. The injury held back his numbers against the Bengals, but it sounds like he'll be able to play against Washington.

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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews expected back soon

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) should return to practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to head coach Doug Pederson.

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Matthews missed the game against the Bengals in Week 13 because of this ankle problem. The week of rest should help him as the team prepares to take on Washington in Week 14. We'll see if Matthews can at least be limited on Wednesday.

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LT Profits · 12-07-16 07:30 AM

KC - WR Jeremy Maclin has full practice

Source: ESPN - Bob Holtzman

Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeremy Maclin (groin) was a full participant in practice Tuesday, Dec. 6, and is expected to play Thursday, Dec. 8, against the Oakland Raiders.

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It looks like Maclin will play this week. That's a boost for the Chiefs passing game, but it may take some targets away from Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce.

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DEN - Denver works out several players

Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan

Free-agent QBs Sean Renfree (Falcons) and T.J. Yates (Texans), free-agent RBs Bernard Pierce (Jets) and Zac Brooks (Seahawks) and free-agent WR Keshawn Martin (49ers) worked out for the Denver Broncos Tuesday, Dec. 6.

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The Broncos are just updating their emergency list here. Working out both quarterbacks is an interesting sign since Trevor Siemian is ailing from a foot injury. We'll know more about Siemian's availability later this week in practice as the Broncos prepare to travel to face the Titans in Week 14.

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NYJ - QB Christian Hackenberg only in if injury

Source: New York Post - Brian Costello

New York Jets QB Christian Hackenberg will not play unless new starting QB Bryce Petty gets hurt, according to head coach Todd Bowles.

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Hackenberg may still be their quarterback of the future, but we may not see him this year. The rookie has a lot to work on, and the Jets are certainly taking their time with the development.

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NFL - Christian McCaffrey declaring for NFL Draft

Source: BleacherReport.com - Matt Miller

Stanford RB Christian McCaffrey will declare for the NFL Draft, according to sources.

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McCaffrey is one of the most exciting running backs in college football. As a pro prospect, we see him as a late first-round pick. He can help as a runner, receiver or return man for a team in need of playmakers. It wouldn't surprise us to see a team like the Patriots take a look at McCaffrey due to his versatility.

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NYJ - New York waives two players

Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta

New York Jets RB C.J. Spiller and WR Jeremy Ross were waived Tuesday, Dec. 6.
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Spiller's pro career has to be nearing the end. He barely played for the Jets this year, and now he's been cut by three teams in one season.

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DET - RB Joique Bell back with Lions

Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafalo

Free-agent RB Joique Bell (Bears) signed an undisclosed contract with the Detroit Lions Tuesday, Dec. 6.

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Bell just gives the Lions some veteran depth behind Theo Riddick and Zach Zenner. This signing is also an indication that Dwayne Washington's ankle injury could keep him out of Week 14.

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SF - QB Colin Kaepernick to draw another start

Source: Sacramento Bee - Matt Barrows

San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick will get the start in Week 14 against the New York Jets, according to offensive coordinator Curtis Modkins.

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Kaepernick was benched last week, but that was just to give the offense a spark. With Blaine Gabbert as the next man up, it is an easy call to go back to Kaepernick against a weak Jets pass defense.

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PIT - RB DeAngelo Williams could practice soon

Source: The Observer-Reporter - F. Dale Lolley

Pittsburgh Steelers RB DeAngelo Williams (knee) may be able to return to practice this week, according to head coach Mike Tomlin.

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Williams will be an important handcuff to Le'Veon Bell during the fantasy playoffs. He's coming back from a knee scope and should be eased back into action.

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DAL - Dallas not expected to rest starters

Source: Fort Worth Star-Telegram - Charean Williams

Dallas Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott, QB Dak Prescott, WR Dez Bryant and WR Cole Beasley are expected to see their usual reps down the stretch, as team owner Jerry Jones stated it will be 'business as usual' even if his team clinches the No. 1 seed in the NFC.

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That's good news for fantasy owners who have been riding guys like Elliott into the fantasy playoffs. If you make it to the championship in Week 16, then it sounds like your Cowboys will be available.

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CLE - QB Cody Kessler listed as starter

Source: 92.3 The Fan - Daryl Ruiter

Cleveland Browns QB Cody Kessler is listed as the starting quarterback on the unofficial Week 14 depth chart.

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Robert Griffin III could push Kessler for that starting job for the rest of the season. At this time, Kessler sits on top of the depth chart but watch to see if Griffin ends up in that spot. Any fantasy owner streaming QBs in the fantasy playoffs should be monitoring this situation.

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WAS - Rob Kelley to be more involved

Source: CSNMidAtlantic.com - JP Finlay

Washington Redskins RB Rob Kelley is expected to be more involved in the offense, according to head coach Jay Gruden. Kelley had 14 carries in each of the last two games.

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Kelley is not flashy, but he can be productive when fed the rock. It's a wise move for Washington to use the rookie running back more. He'll wear down defenses, take time off the clock, and give the Washington defense more of a breather between series. Oh yeah -- running the ball will set things up better for QB Kirk Cousins and the passing game. Kelley could be a key player for you in the fantasy playoffs.

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BUF - QB Tyrod Taylor not guaranteed job

Source: The Buffalo News - Jay Skurski

Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor hasn't been guaranteed the starting job next season by head coach Rex Ryan. Taylor's completion percentage and yards per attempt are down from 2015, and he's on pace to throw fewer touchdown passes while being sacked more.

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We have to see how the rest of this season plays out. If Taylor plays well over the final month, then we should see him stick around next year. Taylor is owed $27.5 million from the Bills if he remains on their roster through the fourth day of the 2017 league year.

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Source: footballguys.com

BarkingToad · 12-08-16 12:16 AM

Did Jeff Fisher really get a 2 yr contract extension?

LT Profits · 12-08-16 07:00 AM

ATL - WR Julio Jones sits Wednesday

Source: CBS Sports Radio - Knox Bardeen

Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) missed practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, but should practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Jones is banged up, but he's the kind of talent who can miss practice for most of the week and still shine on Sunday. Let's keep an eye on him for later this week.

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CLE - Robert Griffin on track to start

Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano

Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (shoulder) likely will be the starting quarterback in Week 14 as long as he does not suffer a setback during practice this week, according to a source.

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Things have been trending this way for some time. The Browns practiced Cody Kessler, Josh McCown, Kevin Hogan and Griffin on Wednesday. Griffin's rushing ability makes him a better-than-some-would-think streaming option if he starts.

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MIN - RB Adrian Peterson may not play again in 2016

Source: USA TODAY Sports - Tom Pelissero

Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson (knee) said he will only return this season if the Vikings are still in playoff contention.

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Unless the Vikings are in the playoffs, there's no need for Peterson to return. Whether or not he returns to the Vikings in 2017 is up in the air. Vikings must exercise his 2017 salary ($11.75 million, $6 million roster bonus due in March, no dead money) by the last league day of 2016 (2/5/2017).

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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews expected to play

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) will practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, and he's expected to play in Week 14.

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Matthews missed last week against the Bengals, but barring any setbacks he should be ready for the game at home versus Washington on Sunday.

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KC - WR Jeremy Maclin ready to play

Source: NFL

Kansas City Chiefs WR Jeremy Maclin (groin) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, and is not on the injury report for Week 14.

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It's been a few weeks since Maclin has suited up. They could ease him back into action, and that makes him more of a WR6 for fantasy owners in Week 14.

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NYJ - WR Brandon Marshall takes part in practice

Source: NewYorkJets.com

New York Jets WR Brandon Marshall (foot, knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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The 49ers are the worst defense in the league when it comes to stopping the run...and they're pretty terrible against the pass as well. With Bryce Petty in at QB we can only trust Marshall as a low-end WR2 in Week 14.

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NO - RB Mark Ingram limited

Source: NewOrleansSaints.com

New Orleans Saints RB Mark Ingram (toe, knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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Ingram's injury situation is a bit concerning for fantasy owners. We have him as a low-end RB2 in Week 14.

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NYJ - RB Matt Forte listed as limited

Source: NewYorkJets.com

New York Jets RB Matt Forte (foot, knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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Not many things are going right for the Jets, but Forte against the 32nd-ranked rush defense of the 49ers in Week 14 is a matchup made in heaven. Start him as a RB1 in Week 14.

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DET - TE Eric Ebron also limited

Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Detroit Lions TE Eric Ebron (knee) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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It's Wednesday, so watch his status at the end of the week. Against the Bears in Week 14, we've got Ebron as a high-end TE2.

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DET - RB Dwayne Washington limited

Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Detroit Lions RB Dwayne Washington (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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There's no guarantee about Washington's status this week. The team brought back Joique Bell this week, and he may be active as the third back behind Theo Riddick and Zach Zenner.

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CIN - Limited practice for WR Brandon LaFell

Source: Bengals.com

Cincinnati Bengals WR Brandon LaFell (knee) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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It could be a robust day for the Bengals offense as they play the hapless Browns in Week 14. Because of that, we've got LaFell as a WR3/flex play for fantasy owners.

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DET - Limited practice for WR Marvin Jones

Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Detroit Lions WR Marvin Jones (quadriceps) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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This injury kept Jones out of the lineup last week. He could return this week, but it's been a long time since Jones had fantasy relevance. Keep him on your bench in the first week of the fantasy playoffs.

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ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu absent Wednesday

Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (groin) missed practice Wednesday, Dec.7.

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With Sanu and Julio Jones a little banged up, the Falcons are going to take it easy on these guys during the week of practice. If Sanu plays against the Rams, he's likely a deeper flex play for fantasy owners.

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DEN - RB Justin Forsett will play in Week 14

Source: The Denver Post - Cameron Wolfe

Denver Broncos RB Justin Forsett will be active for the team's Week 14 game and will share snaps with RB Devontae Booker, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.

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There's no need to learn the system as Forsett has his best season under Kubiak in 2014 with the Baltimore Ravens. He can step into a change-of-pace role for the Broncos on Sunday against the Titans. Forsett's workload will be similar to the one RB Kapri Bibbs (ankle) received before his injury.

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NYG - RB Shane Vereen practicing

Source: New York Post - Paul Schwartz

New York Giants RB Shane Vereen (triceps) is practicing again Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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Vereen could be back this week for the Giants, but fantasy owners shouldn't be adding him -- even in deep leagues. They are using rookie RB Paul Perkins more, and he'll continue to get worked into action behind starter Rashad Jennings. Vereen would be third on the depth chart at best with only a few touches here and there if/when active.

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BUF - WR Robert Woods to see limited work
Source: WKBW.com - Joe Buscaglia

Buffalo Bills WR Robert Woods (knee) will see limited work in practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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He's missed two games with this knee injury, but it seems like Woods is on track to play against the Steelers on Sunday. His return should boost the Bills passing attack, but we only have him as a WR7/deep desperation flex for fantasy owners in Week 14.

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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews likely back

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (knee) will practice Wednesday, Dec. 7, and he's expected to play in Week 14.

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The Eagles haven't been able to run the ball well, and Mathews being back should help that a bit. What else helps that? They'll be at home facing a Washington team that has allowed an average of 114.3 rushing yards per game this season.

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PHI - WR Dorial Green-Beckham sits out

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles WR Dorial Green-Beckham (oblique) won't practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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Green-Beckham has an oblique contusion after taking a big hit from Bengals LB Vontaze Burfict. We'll know more about the young WRs status by the end of the week.

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CHI - John Fox will return

Source: Chicago Tribune - Mike Mulligan

Chicago Bears head coach John Fox will return in 2017, according to sources.
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Fox will return, but QB Jay Cutler is unlikely to return. We'll see how Fox constructs an offense around a new quarterback in 2017.

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HOU - WR Braxton Miller could play in Week 14

Source: HoustonTexans.com

Houston Texans WR Braxton Miller (shoulder) is 'doing OK' and has a chance to play in Week 14 against the Indianapolis Colts, according to head coach Bill O'Brien.

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We've got Miller as a 'what the heck' flex if he plays against the Colts on Sunday. The Colts have the 28th-ranked pass defense and allow and average of 273.3 passing yards per game.

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Otters27 · 12-08-16 09:42 AM

Like the move by the Broncos. Guys like Forsett can be good when they are rested for the home stretch.

mr. leisure · 12-08-16 11:10 PM

John Fox is such a mediocre coach .

BarkingToad · 12-09-16 12:25 AM

Originally Posted by mr. leisure

John Fox is such a mediocre coach .

Agree, amazing how these types are in such demand. Maybe he has the same agent as Jeff Fisher and Rex Ryan?

Git Lo · 12-09-16 02:12 AM

Manziel update?

LT Profits · 12-09-16 07:26 AM

WAS - TE Jordan Reed expects to play

Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafalo

Updating a previous report, Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (shoulder) said he feels that he has all of his range of motion back and believes he'll play in Week 14.

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We like what we're hearing. Currently Reed sits as a borderline TE1/TE2, and faces an Eagles' defense allowing just 5.5 fantasy points per game to tight ends. If he plays, it takes some fantasy shine away from Vernon Davis.

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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews practices

Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Carson Wentz has struggled a ton, which limits how effective and productive an already hampered Matthews. Washington can be beat through the air, and Wentz loves to target Matthews when he's out there. Consider Matthews a boom/bust WR3 or flex option for your fantasy team.

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ATL - WR Julio Jones misses practice

Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter

Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) will not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8, but will work on the side.

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We're still hopeful Jones can be a solid WR1 start, but keep it locked here in case anything changes.

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NYJ - WR Brandon Marshall full go

Source: SNY

New York Jets WR Brandon Marshall (knee, foot) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Bryce Petty, the injury and Marshall's obvious lack of interest in playing make him a mediocre play even against the 49ers. We have him as a high-end WR3.

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MIA - WR DeVante Parker limited

Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban

Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker (back) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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We're a bit leery of Parker and his targets and yards have been shaky. Two touchdowns in three games is nice, but not dependable right now. He's no more than a WR6 at this point.

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SD - WR Dontrelle Inman practices in full again

Source: NFLMedia.com

San Diego Chargers WR Dontrelle Inman (ankle) practiced in full for the second straight day Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Inman has had back-to-back weeks of very nice production, but we're not on board this time out. His targets are too inconsistent and he depends on big plays too much to trust. Consider him a WR4/WR5 with upside, but not reliable upside.

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SD - Another full practice for Tyrell Williams

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San Diego Chargers WR Tyrell Williams (shoulder) was a full participant in practice for the second straight day Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Williams has a really nice matchup against an underwhelming Carolina pass defense and secondary. He's a high-end WR2 this week and should have good production.

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DEN - QB Trevor Siemian still limited

Source: The Tennessean - Jim Wyatt

Denver Broncos QB Trevor Siemian (foot) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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We don't love his outlook, despite facing a vulnerable Titans defense. We're tentatively placing him as a borderline QB2/QB3 assuming he plays. We have seen him go off a few times before his injury, but between his general inconsistency and our concerns that the injury is going to limit what he can do, we're cool on his prospects.

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NYG - TE Larry Donnell sits out practice

Source: NFLMedia.com

New York Giants TE Larry Donnell (illness) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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The Giants tight ends don't have much value. Even Will Tye, who was briefly hot, has cooled off. Avoid the position with the G-Men.

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JAX - Full practice for RB T.J. Yeldon

Source: Jaguars.com

Jacksonville Jaguars RB T.J. Yeldon (ankle) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.
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Yeldon faces a hard Minnesota run defense averaging 103.5 yards rushing allowed per game, but which has only allowed six touchdowns this year (third-least in the league). He and Chris Ivory might see some yards, but won't see the end zone. He's no better than a borderline RB4/RB5.

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JAX - TE Julius Thomas misses practice

Source: Jaguars.com

Jacksonville Jaguars TE Julius Thomas (back) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Thomas is not projected to play this week, and there isn't another tight end we'd throw out there from Jacksonville.

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JAX - WR Allen Hurns does not practice

Source: Jaguars.com

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Allen Hurns (hamstring) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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We don't expect Hurns to play this weekend, and against a harsh Minnesota defense, we don't have Allen Robinson or Marqise Lee as more than WR3 and WR6 plays, respectively.

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CAR - RB Jonathan Stewart takes part in practice

Source: The Associated Press - Steve Reed

Carolina Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (non-injury) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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The 96-yard, two touchdown game against Oakland was the best of his recent games but three of Stewart's last four games have been unimpressive. Even though the Chargers have given up 16 touchdowns so far, they allow just 89.1 yards per game. They are vulnerable to scores, but Stewart isn't anyone we feel is going to cash in. Start him as a high-end RB3 and hope for him to buck the trend as a bonus.

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NE - TE Martellus Bennett at practice

Source: Boston Herald - Jeff Howe
New England Patriots TE Martellus Bennett (ankle, shoulder) is participating in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.

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Bennett's injury will hold him back. If he were healthy, he'd be a solid TE1, but hurt, he drops down a level to shaky TE3. He's playing through pain, which is good, but will limit his production.

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ATL - WR Mohamed Sanu to miss practice

Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Atlanta Falcons WR Mohamed Sanu (groin) will not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 8.
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Taylor Gabriel seems to have hopped Sanu in the pecking order, but they could hamper each other's production as Matt Ryan splits targets. Gabriel is a WR6 right now in our rankings, while Sanu hovers closer to WR7 status. If he doesn't play, bump Gabriel up a notch.

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MIA - WR Jarvis Landry returns

Source: Sun-Sentinel - Omar Kelly

Miami Dolphins WR Jarvis Landry (non-injury) is participating in practice Thursday, Dec. 8, after missing practice Wednesday, Dec. 7.

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Despite an awful game by Ryan Tannehill against the Baltimore Ravens, Landry put together a nice game last week. He's not bulletproof though, and the Cardinals defense is good, allowing just 199.3 passing yards a game and only giving up 10 touchdowns. We think this week will look less like the Ravens game and more like the previous three—middling yards and few scores. Consider him a WR3 this week.

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CLE - QB Robert Griffin III to start Week 14

Source: NFL Network - Michael Silver

Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (shoulder) was named the starter for Week 14 against the Cincinnati Bengals.

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We're sort of fascinated by this. Prior to the season, we saw Griffin and Terrelle Pryor develop some nice chemistry and thought that Griffin could be a good fit in the offense. We never got a chance to see how that would work out until now. We wouldn't put Griffin as more than a middling QB2, but we are anxious to see what he can do even in the dumpster fire in Cleveland.

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TB - RB Doug Martin could see fewer touches

Source: ESPN.com - Jenna Laine

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin suffered a minor injury in the Week 13 game against the San Diego Chargers, giving way to RB Jacquizz Rodgers more in the fourth quarter. Rodgers may cut into Martin's touches this week, depending on the game flow and level of production early on, according to ESPN's Jenna Laine.

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Right now we see Martin as a borderline RB2/RB3 because of both the injury and the potential work Rodgers might take from him. Add in a decent Saints run defense and this run game might not pan out very well.

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Source: footballguys.com

mr. leisure · 12-09-16 11:29 PM

Maybe RG 3 can get the Browns a win .

Otters27 · 12-10-16 02:34 AM

Originally Posted by LT Profits