NFL Player News for Week 9 - Early Edition

LT Profits · 10-29-14, 07:11 AM

Quarterback

QB Tony Romo (DAL) suffered a contusion near the surgical site in his back Monday, Oct. 27. Romo left the field a bit gingerly after the hit but returned to the game after treatment. Romo was to undergo an MRI exam Tuesday, Oct. 28, for a better look at his bruised back. X-rays came back negative Monday, Oct. 27, and he was able to return to the Week 8 game after taking a pain-killing shot. The team expects Romo to be ready to play the Arizona Cardinals in Week 9. He finished the game with 209 yards after going 17-for-28, and he was sacked a season-high five times.

QB Alex Smith (KC) is expected to play in Week 9 even with a sprained throwing shoulder.

QB Michael Vick (NYJ) will start this week against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to head coach Rex Ryan. With the way that Geno Smith has been playing, this should come as no surprise. Vick didn't exactly set the world on fire in Week 8 after replacing an ineffective Smith. We'll see if a full week of practice helps Vick look better against the Chiefs.

QB Mike Glennon (TB) will remain the starting job even though head coach Lovie Smith said the team has two quarterbacks capable for starting.

Running Back

RB Bernard Pierce (BAL) was a healthy inactive in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Head coach John Harbaugh explained Sunday, Oct. 27, that he felt others gave the team a better chance to win. "We're just doing what we try to do as far as our personnel and getting guys up that we felt gave us the best chance to win the game," Harbaugh said. "We were jammed up. We did what we thought we had to do, and it worked out because our other backs stayed healthy."

RB Fozzy Whittaker (CAR) did not practice on Tuesday.

RB DeAngelo Williams (CAR) partially participated in Tuesday's practice. Williams is expected to play in Week 9, according to head coach Ron Rivera. Running back Darrin Reaves was waived by the team, so that's a big sign that Williams is ready to go.

RB Isaiah Crowell (CLE) had one rush for one yard in Week 8, while Terrance West had seven carries for 11 yards. Crowell could be on the field more if he could protect the ball better, according to head coach Mike Pettine. Pettine said part of the team's decision to stick with Ben Tate late in Sunday's game against the Oakland Raiders was because of Crowell's fumble issues.

RB DeMarco Murray (DAL) became the first running back to reach 1,000 yards this season during the team's Week 8 game Monday, Oct. 27. He finished the game with 19 carries for 141 yards and four catches for 80 yards.

RB Jonas Gray (NE) rushed 17 times for 86 yards in the Week 8 game Sunday, Oct. 26. Gray ran decisively, which is something the team has seen in the downhill runner since training camp.

RB Rashad Jennings (NYG) is not ready to go for Week 9, according to head coach Tom Coughlin. Jennings said he is not able to make cuts yet and has been limited to linear running.

RB Darren Sproles (PHI) fully participated in practice Tuesday, Oct. 28. Sproles said he is hopeful to play this week, but is not sure of his status until he gets more practice in.

RB Marshawn Lynch (SEA) does not have a rift between himself and the team, according to head coach Pete Carroll. A report Sunday, Oct. 26, said that the Seahawks had grown tired of Lynch's ways. "At this point, I don't think it behooves us to try to respond to all these kinds of things," Carroll said. "Our players have told you how they feel about it, and we're in a really good place right now. It's just not worth it, but there's nothing to that." Lynch has 111 carries for 482 yards this season.

RB Marcus Lattimore (SF) will make his season debut on the practice field Wednesday, Oct. 29, and the team will have three weeks to evaluate whether to bring him off the Reserve/Non-Football Injury list. It's unknown how Lattimore will factor into the running back mix if he returns.

RB Tre Mason (STL) and Benny Cunningham each were on the field for 18 snaps in Week 8. Zac Stacy received 15 snaps during the game.

RB Doug Martin (TB) The Buccaneers were fielding offers for Doug Martin and were more likely to deal him than Vincent Jackson, according to sources. Teams had approached the team about Martin, who could be had at the right price. He was believed to be expendable with Charles Sims eligible to come off the injured-reserve designated-to-return list. Martin, however, was not traded before Tuesday's deadline and remains a Buccaneer.

Wide Receiver

WR Torrey Smith (BAL) has been the intended target for five of Joe Flacco's seven interceptions this season, which is tied for the most interceptions when targeting a receiver. Smith has also caught only 46.2 percent of the passes thrown to him this season.

WR Philly Brown (CAR) did not practice on Tuesday.

WR A.J. Green (CIN) said Sunday, Oct. 26, that he felt "about 80 percent" after feeling "40 percent last week." Green said he has not had any soreness after working out.

WR Greg Little (CIN) was targeted five times in Week 8 in his second start since signing with the team, and head coach Marvin Lewis said he feels Little "has the ability to make plays" for the offense.

WR Cordarrelle Patterson (MIN) left the locker room after the Week 8 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers with his left foot in a walking boot, but he said Sunday, Oct. 27, that the injury isn't serious. Patterson was out of the boot on Monday and was expected to be fine, according to head coach Mike Zimmer.

WR Julian Edelman (NE) played in just 45 of the 74 offensive snaps Sunday, Oct. 26. He played in 45 of the team's first 52 snaps, but was apparently benched. The team didn't announce an injury, but he had two drops.

WR Brandon LaFell (NE) played in 61 of the 74 offensive snaps in Week 8 Sunday, Oct. 26. He had 11 catches for 124 yards and a touchdown in the game.

WR Brandin Cooks (NO) Last month, Cooks became old enough to buy alcohol. Last week, he became the youngest player in league history to have a rushing touchdown and receiving touchdown in the same game.

WR Stedman Bailey (STL) is expected to join the starting lineup with Brian Quick (shoulder) out for the season.

WR Brian Quick (STL) is likely out for the rest of the season with a dislocated shoulder and torn rotator cuff.

WR DeSean Jackson (WAS) had six catches on seven targets for 136 yards in Week 8, and he has topped 100 receiving yards three times in his last four games after managing just one 100-yard game in the first four games of the season.

Tight End

TE Jordan Cameron (CLE) left the Week 8 game against the Oakland Raiders in the second quarter after a concussion. He was shaken up after a long reception and taken to the locker room. This is Cameron's third concussion in three years.

TE Rob Gronkowski (NE) left the game early in Week 8 because of dehydration and did not return. No long-term worry there.

TE Jimmy Graham (NO) partially participated in Tuesday's practice.

TE Jimmy Graham (NO) said he'll have to "live in the treatment room" to get ready for the Week 9 game Thursday, Oct. 30. He caught five passes for 59 yards and a touchdown in Week 8.

TE Heath Miller (PIT) posted seven receptions for 112 yards and a touchdown in the Week 8 game against the Indianapolis Colts. Miller joins former Steelers John Stallworth and Hines Ward as the only players in team history with 500 receptions.

TE Taylor Thompson (TEN) is expected to return to practice this week, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.

Kicker

PK Adam Vinatieri (IND) opened the scoring with a 31-yard field goal in the first quarter of the Week 8 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. It was his 200th field goal in a Colts uniform, making him the first player in NFL history to post 200 field goals with two different organizations.

Offensive Line

OL Carolina Panthers (CAR) T Byron Bell did not practice on Tuesday.
T Nate Chandler partially participated in Tuesday's practice.
G Amini Silatolu did not practice on Tuesday.
G Trai Turner did not practice on Tuesday.

OL Chicago Bears (CHI) G Matt Slauson will miss the rest of the 2014 season after suffering a torn pectoral muscle in Week 8.

OL Philadelphia Eagles (PHI) G Todd Herremans suffered a torn biceps in Week 8 against the Arizona Cardinals.

OL St. Louis Rams (STL) T Jake Long has torn his anterior cruciate ligament for the second time in less than a year. Greg Robinson will shift from left guard to left tackle following the injury to Long.

Defensive Tackle

DT Kawann Short (CAR) partially participated in Tuesday's practice.

DT Nick Fairley (DET) injured his medial collateral ligament and posterior cruciate ligament in Week 8, according to a source. He is expected to miss 4-5 weeks.

DT Cullen Jenkins (NYG) did not participate in practice Monday, Oct. 27, and likely will miss at least two games.

Defensive End

DE Chris Canty (BAL) is making good progress from wrist surgery, and this will be a big week for his recovery.

DE Lamarr Houston (CHI) suffered a torn ACL in his right knee during a sack celebration in the Week 8 game against the New England Patriots.

DE Glenn Dorsey (SF) participated in practice Monday, Oct. 27. Dorsey is currently on the Active/Reserve/Injured list.

Inside Linebacker

ILB Darryl Sharpton (CHI) is considered week-to-week because of a hamstring injury in Week 8. Sharpton likely will not be able to play in Week 10 even though the team has a Week 9 bye.

ILB Jon Beason (NYG) needs to undergo surgery on his injured foot and will miss the rest of the 2014 season.

ILB Mychal Kendricks (PHI) returned to action in Week 8, but he played around 20 snaps and said after the game that his strained calf was still not fully healed.

Outside Linebacker

OLB Jason Williams (CAR) partially participated in Tuesday's practice.

OLB Justin Durant (DAL) suffered a torn right biceps in the Week 8 game Monday, Oct. 27, and will miss the rest of the season.

Cornerback

CB Patrick Peterson (ARI) going through the concussion protocol, according to head coach Bruce Arians.

CB Jimmy Smith (BAL) will miss a few weeks with his injured foot, according to head coach John Harbaugh.

CB Bene Benwikere (CAR) did not practice on Tuesday.

CB Coty Sensabaugh (TEN) is expected to return to practice this week, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.

Safety

S Tony Jefferson (ARI) going through the concussion protocol, according to head coach Bruce Arians.

S Thomas DeCoud (ATL) did not practice on Tuesday.

S Kenny Ladler (BUF) The Bills have placed Kenny Ladler on the Reserve/Injured list Tuesday, Oct. 28.

S Nate Allen (PHI) is dealing with a slight hamstring issue and is being considered day-to-day.

S Mark Barron (STL) The Buccaneers traded Mark Barron to the St. Louis Rams for fourth and sixth-round round draft picks Tuesday, Oct. 28.

General Team News

TM New York Giants (NYG) Giants general manager Jerry Reese said the team's offense has been cautious up to this point and wants that unit to be more aggressive. "I just think, as an offense, we have to be more aggressive," Reese said. "At times, we're a little bit almost too cautions with what we're doing offensively. This is the National Football League. You've got to go out there and you've got to win the game. You can't expect something to fall into your lap. You've got to take the game. And I think we've got to be more aggressive offensively."

Source: footballguys.com

yisman · 10-30-14, 05:17 PM

So with Romo, Dallas would be about -4.5 and the total at 48

approximately

with Weeden, maybe PK and 46?

Carseller4 · 10-30-14, 07:56 PM

We'll see if Romo is man enough?

Would like for RG3 come back and stay healthy.

EmpireMaker · 10-30-14, 11:08 PM

I'm getting tired of keeping R Jennings on my roster, I don't think he is going to be there for long.

LT Profits · 10-31-14, 02:44 PM

DAL - QB Tony Romo not practicing
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer
Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (back) didn't take part in the walk-through Thursday, Oct. 30, and will not practice with the team. However, head coach Jason Garrett remains hopeful that Romo can play in Week 9 against the Arizona Cardinals. 'He's not ruled out for this game by any means,' Garrett said. 'He's getting himself mentally ready. He's in the meetings. He's a part of our football team, and hopefully as the week goes on, it feels better and he can function and it'll give him a chance to play.' Romo and the team continue to say that his injury is not related to his disc problem that he had surgery on last year. Romo said he'd play if the question is only about pain tolerance. Garrett said the team is calling the injury a bone contusion. The Cowboys are looking into modifications for Romo's pads if he is to play Sunday, Nov. 2.
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We do expect Romo to play this weekend, but it's worth keeping an eye on this. The hit to his back was tough and took him out of the game, but we expect him to play and believe the Cowboys are just being cautious. We see Romo as a solid QB2 this week even in a tough matchup.

Source: footballguys.com

ManOfValue · 10-31-14, 02:53 PM

Yea, I could not imagine any other team wanting to waste time nor resources on Doug Martin or V-Jax..