NFL Player News - Week 17

Otters27 · 12-28-16, 12:08 AM

Teams are not resting the starters. Don't want them to get Rusty. Works for guys like Brady.

Straight Cash · 12-28-16, 12:22 AM

Hopefully no one has their fantasy finals this week. If they do then they need a new commish.

mr. leisure · 12-28-16, 12:24 AM

Matt Cassell has nine lives .

LT Profits · 12-28-16, 08:17 AM

Steelers are resting their starters.

And I agree no fantasy league should include Week 17, but this thread also has information important to BETTORS as well so I will probably keep it going through the playoffs.

LT Profits · 12-28-16, 01:30 PM

Wednesday Update

BUF - Rex Ryan fired

Source: BuffaloBills.com

Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan was fired Tuesday, Dec. 27. Assistant head coach Anthony Lynn will serve as interim head coach.

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The Bills have been mathematically eliminated from the playoffs, so Ryan is out. Ryan went 15-16 in two years as the Bills head coach. Injuries set back the team this year, and Ryan couldn't bring them out of their playoff drought. We think his time as a head coach is over, but Ryan could latch on as a defensive coordinator with another team somewhere.

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BUF - Tyrod Taylor will not play Week 17

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor will reportedly be benched for Week 17 against the New York Jets. Buffalo reportedly does not want to take the chance of owing Taylor $30.75 million should he get hurt in the regular-season finale. Impending free-agent EJ Manuel will start in his place.

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It's just a business decision for the Bills. They don't want Taylor to get hurt so they'll keep him off the field in Week 17. We may have seen the last of Taylor in a Bills uniform as some reports speculate the team will release him in the offseason. With Rex Ryan fired, the Bills are moving in a whole new direction yet again.

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CIN - TE Tyler Eifert may need surgery

Source: The Cincinnati Enquirer - Jim Owczarski

Updating previous reports, Cincinnati Bengals TE Tyler Eifert (back) had surgery recommended to correct a disc problem in his back, which has become more uncomfortable in recent weeks, according to multiple sources.

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Eifert has been banged up quite a bit during his pro career. This back problem wasn't his only injury this season as an ankle injury (suffered in the Pro Bowl) also held him down. Hopefully this surgery takes care of the back injury that has been problematic for him. The 2017 season isn't in jeopardy for the veteran tight end.

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NYJ - QB Bryce Petty to undergo surgery

Source: New York Daily News - Manish Mehta and Daniel Popper

Updating previous reports, New York Jets QB Bryce Petty (shoulder) will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder, according to a source.

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Petty's injury is to his non-throwing shoulder, but the damage was bad enough that he needed surgery to repair it. He's already on Injured Reserve, and the team will turn to Ryan Fitzpatrick as their starter in Week 17.

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DET - RB Theo Riddick did more side work

Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick (wrist) ramped up his side work in practice last week.

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Riddick could be back this week against the Packers. If the Lions win in Week 17, they win their first division title since 1993. Zach Zenner looked good as a runner against the Cowboys, but he's not the receiving threat that Riddick is. Having Riddick back would be a boost for the Lions offense -- specifically the passing game in a win-and-you're-in game against the Packers.

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DAL - QB Tony Romo unlikely for finale

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo is unlikely to play in Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles, according to owner Jerry Jones. 'We don't feel like we can gain anything from him running a few plays,' Jones said. '(It's) not worth the risk.'

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The Cowboys have the no.1 seed in the NFC locked up with their win over the Lions on Monday night. Romo won't play and even Dak Prescott's time is up in the air. Right now, coach Jason Garrett says the starters will play but we'll see how this story develops.

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TB - RB Doug Martin won't play finale

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin will be inactive again in Week 17 against the Carolina Panthers.

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Another week, and another healthy scratch designation for Martin. Set to make $7 million in base salary in 2017, it looks like Martin will not be back with the Bucs. Jacquizz Rodgers should be their lead back in Week 17, and Charles Sims should work as a receiving/change-of-pace back.

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DAL - Jason Garrett plans to play starters

Source: The Dallas Morning News - Brandon George

Dallas Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett said the 'preliminary plan' for the team's Week 17 game against the Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, Jan. 1, is to play the starters who are healthy.

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That's the plan now, but it could change as we get closer to Sunday. If you have to play this week, then proceed with caution when considering your Cowboys.

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WAS - TE Jordan Reed will play Week 17

Source: CBSSports.com - Jason La Canfora

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (shoulder) will play in the team's Week 17 finale Sunday, Jan. 1, against the New York Giants.

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Reed isn't at 100 percent, but Washington needs all the help they can get in Week 17. They need some help to get in, but Washington is still alive for a playoff spot.

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SEA - Seahawks work out veteran RBs

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Free-agent RBs Stevan Ridley (Falcons), Jonas Gray (Jaguars), LaMichael James (Dolphins), Dominique Williams (Jets) and Dan Herron (Bills) worked out for the Seattle Seahawks Tuesday, Dec. 27.

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No signing is imminent, but it shows how thin Seattle is at running back.

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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews goes to injured reserve

Source: CSNPhilly.com - Dave Zangaro

Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (back) was placed on season-ending injured reserve Tuesday, Dec. 27.

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The Eagles are thin at running back with only Darren Sproles and Byron Marshall healthy on the active roster. Practice squad running back Terrell Watson could be called up later this week.

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SD - RB Melvin Gordon 'probably' a Game Time Decision

Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Michael Gehlken

Updating a previous report, San Diego Chargers RB Melvin Gordon (knee, hip) said he will 'probably be a game-time decision' for the team's Week 17 game Sunday, Jan. 1. He added, 'If I can (play Sunday), I will.'

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The Chargers are thin at running back with Kenneth Farrow on I.R. They could use Gordon, but there's no need to rush him back for a meaningless Week 17 game. Ronnie Hillman could start for the Chargers this week.

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TB - TE Cameron Brate won't play this week

Source: Buccaneers.com - Scott Smith

Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Cameron Brate (back) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Tuesday, Dec. 27.
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A third-year UDFA out of Harvard, Brate turned in career-best numbers this season. With 57 catches, 660 yards and eight receiving touchdowns Brate was a top-10 fantasy tight end in standard scoring leagues. He's an Exclusive Rights Free Agent in 2017, and that guarantees he's returning to the Bucs. Entering next year, Brate will be considered top 10 at his position again.

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OAK - QB Derek Carr doing well

Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Vic Tafur

Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (fibula) underwent successful surgery Tuesday, Dec. 27, and is doing well, according to his mother. Carr is expected to be fully recovered from his broken fibula in six to eight weeks.

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There's a small chance he could be ready for the Super Bowl if the Raiders make it that far, but let's just move forward considering that Carr is done for this season...no matter how far the Raiders go. He should be good to go for OTAs and of course training camp next year. Carr is the best QB in his division, and he's one of the best young players at his position in the league.

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PIT - TE Ladarius Green still in protocol

Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Gerry Dulac

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Ladarius Green (concussion) is still in the league's concussion protocol and not expected to play in Week 17 versus the Cleveland Browns.

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Without Green, the Steelers should turn to Xavier Grimble and Jesse James once again. The Steelers can't move from the no.3 spot in the playoffs, so expect them to rest their starters at some point in Week 17.

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SD - RB Andre Williams promoted

Source: ESPN.com - Eric D. Williams

San Diego Chargers RB Andre Williams was elevated from the team's practice squad Tuesday, Dec. 27.

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With Kenneth Farrow on I.R. the team had to do something. Williams will serve as a backup to Melvin Gordon and Ronnie Hillman. Gordon's status is unclear for this week as he's dealing with a knee/hip injury that has cost him two games.

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Source: footballguys.com

Otters27 · 12-29-16, 12:19 AM

Originally posted by Straight Cash

Hopefully no one has their fantasy finals this week. If they do then they need a new commish.

Once had fantasy finalsports on last week. We also had defensive players

mr. leisure · 12-29-16, 12:20 AM

TB - RB Doug Martin won't play finale

Source: Tampa Bay Times - Rick Stroud

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin will be inactive again in Week 17 against the Carolina Panthers.

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Another week, and another healthy scratch designation for Martin. Set to make $7 million in base salary in 2017, it looks like Martin will not be back with the Bucs. Jacquizz Rodgers should be their lead back in Week 17, and Charles Sims should work as a receiving/change-of-pace back.

Off to rehab for Doug .

4 game drug suspension .

LT Profits · 12-29-16, 08:26 AM

Thursday Update

SD - RB Melvin Gordon limited

Source: KCChiefs.com

San Diego Chargers RB Melvin Gordon (hip, knee) was limited in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Gordon may actually play for the Chargers this week. If he can't, the Chargers have to turn to Ronnie Hillman as Kenneth Farrow is on I.R. Gordon is a game-time decision.

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HOU - QB Tom Savage practices in full

Source: NFL

Houston Texans QB Tom Savage (knee) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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There is no short hook for Savage. The Texans are going to make a postseason run with Savage as their starter.

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DET - RB Theo Riddick doesn't practice

Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett

Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick (wrist) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Win over the Packers, and they're in the playoffs. The Lions will use Riddick even if he's not 100 percent.

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JAX - Tom Coughlin interviewing with Jags

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Former New York Giants head coach Tom Coughlin is interviewing for the vacant head coaching position with the Jacksonville Jaguars Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Coughlin is a rather hot coaching candidate this year. The Jaguars were his first head coaching gig, and he may end up back there in 2017. The team may be closer to competing for the playoffs than some think. They certainly have a defense that can make plays, but they just need to find a way to get the best out of Blake Bortles. They may peg Couglin as the guy to do just that.

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CLE - WR Terrelle Pryor practices in full

Source: Steelers.com

Cleveland Browns WR Terrelle Pryor (finger) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Pryor is going to have finger surgery this offseason, but he's been toughing it out for weeks with this injury. Cody Kessler is likely to start at quarterback, so Pryor may have better production than he did with Robert Griffin III under center.

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TB - RB Doug Martin's guarantee will be void

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin's four-game suspension will make void his $7 million in guaranteed money next year, according to sources.

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Martin is going to take time to clear up some personal issues. He was a healthy scratch in Week 16, and he's suspended for Week 17 this year and the first three games of the 2017 season. Whether or not those games will be with the Bucs is incredibly unclear at the moment.

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PIT - TE Ladarius Green limited Wednesday

Source: Steelers.com

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Ladarius Green (concussion) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.
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The Steelers can't move up or down in the playoff seeding. That makes Week 17 completely irrelevant. It wouldn't make sense to risk Green's health in a meaningless game. They'll try to have him back for the playoffs if at all possible.

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BAL - WR Steve Smith will retire after season

Source: SportsCenter

Baltimore Ravens WR Steve Smith announced Wednesday, Dec. 28, that he will retire at the end of the regular season.

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This is a bummer. We were hoping that after a disappointing season for the Ravens, Smith would come back for one more year. A third-round pick in 2001, Smith has over 1,000 receptions and over 14,000 receiving yards. In his final game on Sunday, we expect the Ravens to feature Smith early and often.

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WAS - Limited practice for TE Jordan Reed

Source: Redskins.com

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (concussion) was limited during practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Reed should play in Week 17. Washington needs to win and get some help to get into the postseason, so it's 'all hands on deck' this week.

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DEN - QB Paxton Lynch to play in finale

Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis

Denver Broncos QB Paxton Lynch will not start the team's Week 17 game but will receive playing time at some point, according to a source.

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Lynch is the team's first-round pick and potential franchise quarterback. They'll start Siemian, but it could give way quickly to Lynch.

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PIT - Le'Veon Bell to miss Week 17

Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Pittsburgh Steelers RB Le'Veon Bell will not play against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17, according to head coach Mike Tomlin.
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Reason number 1,138 why you shouldn't play your fantasy championship in Week 17.
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PIT - QB Ben Roethlisberger to sit out

Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger will not play against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17, according to head coach Mike Tomlin.

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It will be the Landry Jones show against the Browns. The Steelers are locked into the no.3 seed in the AFC and will be playing at home on Wild Card Weekend.

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KC - RB Spencer Ware set to practice

Source: The Kansas City Star - Blair Kerkhoff

Kansas City Chiefs RB Spencer Ware (ribs) will practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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Ware was a little banged up against the Broncos last week, but the injury is not considered major. He should be the lead back for the Chiefs in Week 17.

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CIN - WR A.J. Green won't play

Source: ESPN.com - Katherine Terrell

Cincinnati Bengals WR A.J. Green (hamstring) won't play in Week 17, according to head coach Marvin Lewis.

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The team is shutting down Green so he doesn't aggravate this nagging hamstring injury. Green should be right as rain for the offseason program.

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CAR - TE Greg Olsen sits out

Source: Black & Blue Review - Bill Voth

Carolina Panthers TE Greg Olsen (elbow) is out of practice Wednesday, Dec. 28.

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It's Wednesday, so check back to see of Olsen is going to give it a go on Friday.

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OAK - QB Derek Carr eyeing playoff return

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (leg) is aiming to return if the Raiders advance to the Super Bowl, but he's considered an extreme long shot.

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Let's not put the cart in front of the horse. If the Raiders make it to the postseason, it likely means they went through the Patriots. Let's just say with Matt McGloin at quarterback we don't see that happening.

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BUF - Anthony Lynn likely the guy

Source: The Buffalo News - Vic Carucci

Buffalo Bills interim head coach Anthony Lynn is likely the team's choice to take over as head coach beyond his interim basis. The team has given every indication they're sticking with him.

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It's too soon to say what is going to happen. Tom Coughlin was reportedly the top candidate here, but Lynn is certainly going to be in the mix.
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Source: footballguys.com

mr. leisure · 12-30-16, 12:34 AM

TB - RB Doug Martin's guarantee will be void

Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Doug Martin's four-game suspension will make void his $7 million in guaranteed money next year, according to sources.

Damn , 7 mil out the fukin window .

Otters27 · 12-30-16, 01:52 AM

If Raiders did make to super bowl with Mcgloin they should just stick with him.

LT Profits · 12-30-16, 08:24 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

If Raiders did make to super bowl with Mcgloin they should just stick with him.

I would not worry too much about that.

Raiders probably lose their first game.

LT Profits · 12-30-16, 11:35 AM

Friday Update

ATL - WR Julio Jones limited Thursday

Source: NewOrleansSaints.com

Updating a previous report, Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Jones is likely to be full go this weekend in a spectacular matchup against the Saints "secondary" - and yes, that was meant to be in quotes. The only limiting factor could be an early lead, which would likely get him on the sideline.

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SD - RB Melvin Gordon back on the field

Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Michael Gehlken

San Diego Chargers RB Melvin Gordon (hip, knee) is participating in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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It's a bad matchup, and he's coming off a significant injury while also playing for a team which has little to play for.

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PIT - RB DeAngelo Williams may be used often

Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Pittsburgh Steelers RB DeAngelo Williams may receive a solid amount of playing time in Week 17 because he missed several weeks with a knee injury, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Jeremy Fowler.

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Williams should be a solid start, but we're not sure if he will split time with Fitzgerald Toussaint. As that is the case, we are avoiding both unless there is clarity in the next few days.

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WAS - WR DeSean Jackson practices

Source: Redskins.com

Washington Redskins WR DeSean Jackson (jaw) fully participated in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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The Giants secondary is a tad battered, so if Jackson is healthy, he is an excellent start this weekend. Jackson is coming off three straight 100-yard games, and we feel he could come close to making it four.

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CIN - TE Tyler Eifert undergoes surgery

Source: Sirius XM NFL Radio - Alex Marvez

Cincinnati Bengals TE Tyler Eifert (back) underwent back surgery Tuesday, Dec. 28, according to head coach Marvin Lewis.

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This back injury wasn't the only problem Eifert had this season. He had an ankle problem that required surgery and a lengthy recovery. He's played eight games this season, and Eifert has never played a full 16-game season. He needs to prove that he can stay durable and produce next season. Eifert is on the books for $4.7 million in the final year of his rookie deal in 2017.

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WAS - TE Jordan Reed limited

Source: Redskins.com

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (shoulder) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Reed's injury is a concern, and he has had two awful games. As a result, we are pretty cool on him this week and wouldn't put him in our lineups unless we were up against a wall.

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IND - RB Frank Gore full go

Source: Colts.com

Indianapolis Colts RB Frank Gore (rest) participated fully in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Gore is likely to make a strong push to crack 1,000 yards and given his age and the relative ineptitude of the offensive line, we should applaud him for it. It's a good matchup for him this weekend, so we expect him to get far more than the 36 yards he needs to reach that goal.

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BUF - No practice for QB Tyrod Taylor Source: BuffaloBills.com

Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor (groin) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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As expected EJ Manuel will get the start and is anyone really watching this game because it could be quite ugly. Suffice to stay, don't start any quarterback in this game.

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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins limited

Source: BuffaloBills.com

Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins (foot) was limited in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Watkins is in a run-first offense with EJ Manuel throwing the ball, so even though the matchup against the pathetic Jets secondary is choice, Watkins' ceiling is rather low. He's a decent start, but a bit risky.

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DAL - RB Darren McFadden may see most carries

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Dallas Cowboys RB Darren McFadden likely will receive most of the snaps at running back in Week 17 since the team likely will give RB Ezekiel Elliott limited work.

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Elliott is going to have to be fresh for the playoffs. They will give him some work, but it will be severely curtailed. McFadden is likely to get a lot of work though, and should be an excellent start against Philadelphia this weekend.
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DAL - QB Mark Sanchez expected to play

Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport

Dallas Cowboys QB Mark Sanchez will be active for the team's Week 17 game and is expected to play once the team decides to take QB Dak Prescott out of the game.

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This makes it impossible to confidently play either guy as Prescott could be in for one snap, one quarter or the whole game, which means Sanchez might be in a lot or not at all. Go with a quarterback we know will be in the whole game.

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CIN - RB Jeremy Hill does not practice

Source: Bengals.com

Cincinnati Bengals RB Jeremy Hill (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.
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We don't think Hill will play, but Rex Burkhead should be a solid start against Baltimore this weekend. The Baltimore defense doesn't allow more than 85.1 yards a game, but Burkhead should get enough carries (and a few receptions) to make him worth a start.

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HOU - RB Lamar Miller sits out again

Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson

Houston Texans RB Lamar Miller (ankle) is not participating in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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If Miller is out, Alfred Blue is a solid start against the Tennessee Titans. We expect him to have a full load of carries, but his limited skillset puts a low ceiling on his production.

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JAX - Limited practice for WR Marqise Lee

Source: Jaguars.com

Jacksonville Jaguars WR Marqise Lee (hip) was limited during practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Lee isn't more than a "hail mary" type start, and we don't trust him this week. He has upside, but his floor is too low to trust.

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NYJ - RB Bilal Powell injury update

Source: The Associated Press - Dennis Waszak Jr.

Updating a previous report, New York Jets RB Bilal Powell (illness, knee) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 29, because of an illness.

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We'll watch this. Powell would have a nice matchup if he plays, but we won't touch any replacement if he doesn't.

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ATL - WR Taylor Gabriel will be limited

Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Atlanta Falcons WR Taylor Gabriel (foot) will be a limited participant in practice Thursday, Dec. 29, according to head coach Dan Quinn.

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Gabriel has been a bit streaky in terms of catches and targets, but has scored touchdowns two out of the last three games. He faces a suspect secondary, but is a little too touchdown dependent to rely on.

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CLE - Robert Griffin likely will start

Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III (concussion) likely will start against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17 as long as he does not suffer a setback.

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We won't be starting him, even if the Steelers might take their foot off the gas. The Browns got their win last week, and we expect things to revert to "Factory of Sadness" levels again this week.

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NYJ - RB Matt Forte sitting again

Source: New York Post - Brian Costello

New York Jets RB Matt Forte (knee) is not participating in practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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He won't likely play this weekend, and Bilal Powell will get the snaps and some nice yards against the Bills.

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NE - RB Dion Lewis back at practice

Source: NESN.com - Zack Cox

New England Patriots RB Dion Lewis (illness) returned to practice Thursday, Dec. 29.

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Lewis has seen a large uptick in carries the last two games, but we think this will be more of a split with James White and LeGarrette Blount, limiting his impact. He has upside, but he's also very risky.

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NYJ - Todd Bowles coming back in 2017

Source: New York Daily News - Gary Myers

New York Jets head coach Todd Bowles will return for the 2017 season, according to a well-placed source close to the team.

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The concern Jets fans should have is the current chaos in the locker-room. Pair that with Mo Wilkerson's skipping meetings, Sheldon Richardson's lack of focus and Darrelle Revis ghosting the last half of the season and this won't instill confidence anytime soon.

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PHI - Byron Marshall to see expanded role

Source: USA TODAY Sports - Turron Davenport

Philadelphia Eagles RB Byron Marshall should see an expanded role in the regular season finale against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.

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We still see Darren Sproles as a slightly better play (in PPR leagues) in a tough matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. The only good thing here is that the Cowboys don't have anything to play for and can rest starters, so Marshall and Sproles might both have success against bench players.

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SD - TE Antonio Gates might play in 2017

Source: The San Diego Union-Tribune - Michael Gehlken

San Diego Chargers TE Antonio Gates indicated Wednesday, Dec. 28, that he might play one more season in 2017. 'This is not the way I expected to be done. I'm definitely leaning toward coming back,' Gates said.

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Gates is coming off a nice effort in a loss to the Cleveland Browns, so we would imagine he feels he has to come back. The Chargers should be a team competing each year but after back to back 9-7 seasons under head coach Mike McCoy, it's been all downhill. Gates has a tough matchup this weekend, and while we think he could be a reliable play in a week where a lot of other tight ends may be resting or on short minutes.

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Source: footballguys.com

Otters27 · 12-31-16, 01:08 AM

Would like the Broncos to start the Paxton Lynch era

LT Profits · 12-31-16, 08:09 AM

Saturday Update

KC - RB Spencer Ware to be game-time decision

Source: The Kansas City Star - Terez A. Paylor

Kansas City Chiefs RB Spencer Ware (ribs) will be a game-time decision in Week 17 against the San Diego Chargers, according to head coach Andy Reid.

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The Chiefs are wanting to make a deep playoff run, so rushing Ware into the lineup if he's not ready just isn't going to happen. If he's shut down or just limited, the Chiefs should use more Charcandrick West on Sunday.

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HOU - RB Lamar Miller ruled out for season finale

Source: NFLMedia.com

Houston Texans RB Lamar Miller (ankle) has been ruled out for the team's Week 17 finale Sunday, Jan. 1, against the Tennessee Titans.

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We're expecting Alfred Blue to see a good bit of work in this one.

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NE - TE Martellus Bennett questionable

Source: Patriots.com

New England Patriots TE Martellus Bennett (ankle, shoulder) was limited during practice Friday, Dec. 30, and is listed as questionable for Week 17.

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Stay tuned to this one. We think Bennett likely plays but we're not sure how effectively or how how long.

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ATL - WR Julio Jones won't have snaps monitored

Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Atlanta Falcons WR Julio Jones (toe) won't have his snaps monitored, according to head coach Dan Quinn. 'He looked good over the last couple of days, so I'm not going to monitor him,' Quinn said. 'If it gets sore, then we'll take him out. He looked good in practice (Friday, Dec. 30). He looked strong. He looked explosive.'

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Good news for Jones and Atlanta. Clearly Jones didn't look himself last week but another week should help.

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PIT - TE Ladarius Green will not play

Source: Steelers.com

Pittsburgh Steelers TE Ladarius Green (concussion) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 30, and has been ruled out for Week 17.

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The Steelers could be saving Green for the playoffs. He's a valuable weapon, but concussion problems and other injuries have held him back in his first season with the Steelers.

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DET - RB Theo Riddick won't return Week 17

Source: ESPN.com - Michael Rothstein

Detroit Lions RB Theo Riddick (wrist) missed practice again Friday, Dec. 30, and he has been ruled out for the team's Week 17 contest Sunday, Jan. 1, against the Green Bay Packers.

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It was supposed to be 'all hands on deck' for the Lions, but Riddick just isn't good enough to play at this time. If the Lions can win and secure a playoff spot, we'll see if Riddick can return for the postseason.

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SD - RB Melvin Gordon ruled out for Week 17

Source: NFLMedia.com

San Diego Chargers RB Melvin Gordon (hip, knee) missed practice Friday, Dec. 30, and he has been ruled out for the team's Week 17 game Sunday, Jan. 1, against the Kansas City Chiefs.

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The Chargers didn't need to risk any further injury just because Gordon was close and he wanted 1,000 yards rushing on the season. This is the wise move.

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WAS - TE Jordan Reed listed as questionable

Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Josh Alper

Washington Redskins TE Jordan Reed (shoulder) was listed on as questionable on the Week 17 injury report despite looking 'great' in practice this week, according to head coach Jay Gruden.

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It's all hands on deck for Washington. They need to win in order to get to the postseason, and having Reed out there against the Giants will help.

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NYJ - RB Matt Forte will not play in season finale

Source: NJ Advance Media - Connor Hughes

New York Jets RB Matt Forte (knee, shoulder) has been ruled out for Week 17 against the Buffalo Bills.
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The week of practice has been leading up to this decision, so we're not surprised. Forte finishes his first season with the Jets banged up. He started off strong but faded at the end of the year. In 2016, Forte had a career-low 813 rushing yards in 14 games. His eight touchdowns combined helped him finish as a top-20 fantasy back in standard leagues.

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DAL - RB Darren McFadden misses practice Friday

Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer

Dallas Cowboys RB Darren McFadden (illness) is hopeful to play Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles despite dealing with an illness.

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The Cowboys shouldn't play Ezekiel Elliott that long in a meaningless game. That could mean more playing time for McFadden...if he's healthy enough to go on Sunday.

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ATL - WR Taylor Gabriel ruled out for Week 17

Source: ESPN.com - Vaughn McClure

Atlanta Falcons WR Taylor Gabriel (foot) will not play in Week 17 against the New Orleans Saints.

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Without Gabriel, Aldrick Robinson could get more work as the team's no.3 WR against the Saints. We'll see if Gabriel can be healthy for a playoff run.

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BAL - Keenan Reynolds being promoted

Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jeff Zrebiec

Baltimore Ravens WR Keenan Reynolds will be promoted from the practice squad Friday, Dec. 30.

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A converted QB from Navy, Reynolds has been on the Ravens practice squad all year long. He struggled with drops in camp, and Reynolds recorded only one catch in the preseason. He's a developmental player with the athleticism and toughness to become a solid contributor if he hits.

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PHI - RB Darren Sproles to play one more year

Source: ESPN.com - Tim McManus

Philadelphia Eagles RB Darren Sproles plans to play one more season in 2017.
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We could see Sproles having a similar role in 2017. He's likely to get 50-75 carries and 65 or so receptions if healthy for most of the year. Sproles is always an RB3/flex option with that kind of role.
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DAL - QB Mark Sanchez likely to see bulk of snaps

Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan

Dallas Cowboys QB Mark Sanchez is expected to receive the bulk of the snaps in Week 17.

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Dak Prescott will start, and even Tony Romo is supposed to get a little bit of playing time in Week 17. Sanchez will play most of the game in a meaningless contest as Dallas has the no.1 seed in the NFC wrapped up.

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DAL - QB Tony Romo to see action

Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer

Updating previous reports, Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo is expected to see action in Week 17. QB Dak Prescott will start the game, and QB Mark Sanchez will also see playing time, but the amount hasn't been determined.

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Romo gets to play, but how much is a mystery. We can't see him playing that much, but the team wants to knock some rust off his game just in case they need to go to him in the postseason.

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CLE - QB Josh McCown hopes to play

Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown said he hopes to play in 2017, but he also has an offer from head coach Hue Jackson to serve on his staff.

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A third-round pick out of Sam Houston State all the way back in 2002, McCown has bounced to several NFL teams during his pro career and even had a stop in the UFL. McCown made it into five games this year, finishing with 1,100 yards passing, six touchdowns and six interceptions.

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CIN - RB Jeremy Hill unlikely to play

Source: ESPN - Bob Holtzman

Cincinnati Bengals RB Jeremy Hill (knee) is unlikely to play against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 17.
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The Bengals will have a backfield led by Rex Burkhead with some Cedric Peerman thrown in for good measure.
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Source: footballguys.com

Straight Cash · 12-31-16, 09:07 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

If Raiders did make to super bowl with Mcgloin they should just stick with him.

Time to unleash Connor Cook. A year should be just enough time for him to heal up from that beating he took from Bama.

mr. leisure · 12-31-16, 12:04 PM

Sanchez for the cowboys .

Take the eagles .

LT Profits · 01-01-17, 08:24 AM

Sunday Morning Injury Report

Quarterbacks


Player	Injury	Practice Participation			Game Status	FBGs Expects
Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Aaron Rodgers	Calf	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Tom Brady	Thigh	DNP	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Expected to Play
Andrew Luck	Shoulder	Not Listed	Limited	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Cam Newton	Shoulder	Limited	Limited	Full	Questionable	Expected to Play
Ben Roethlisberger	Not Injury Related	DNP	Not Listed	Not Listed	Not Listed	Inactive
Matthew Stafford	Finger / Hand	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Carson Palmer	Not Injury Related	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Ryan Tannehill	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Tyrod Taylor	Groin	Full	DNP	Full	Not Listed	Inactive
Trevor Siemian	Foot	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play / Backup
Blake Bortles	Wrist / Shoulder	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Tom Savage	Knee	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Robert Griffin III	Concussion	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Derek Carr	Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Running Backs
Player	Injury	Practice Participation			Game Status	FBGs Expects
Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
LeSean McCoy	Illness	DNP	Not Listed	Not Listed	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Jay Ajayi	Shoulder	Limited	Limited	Full	Questionable	Expected to Play
Melvin Gordon	Hip / Knee	Limited	Limited	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Lamar Miller	Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Adrian Peterson	Knee / Groin	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Spencer Ware	Rib	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Matt Forte	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Bilal Powell	Knee	DNP	DNP	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Thomas Rawls	Shoulder	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Frank Gore	Not Injury Related	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Jonathan Stewart	Foot	DNP	DNP	Full	Questionable	Likely to Play
Theo Riddick	Wrist	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Rob Kelley	Knee	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Chris Ivory	Hamstring	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Jeremy Hill	Knee	DNP	DNP	Limited	Questionable	Likely Inactive
Darren McFadden	Illness	Not Listed	Not Listed	Limited	Questionable	Likely to Play
Christine Michael	Not Injury Related	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Jalen Richard	Shoulder	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Dion Lewis	Illness	DNP	Not Listed	Not Listed	Not Listed	Likely to Play
Duke Johnson	Ankle	DNP	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Likely to Play
James Starks	Concussion	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
C.J. Prosise	Shoulder	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Wide Receivers
Player	Injury	Practice Participation			Game Status	FBGs Expects
Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Julio Jones	Toe	Limited	Limited	Full	Not Listed	Limited if Active
A.J. Green	Hamstring	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Sammy Watkins	Foot	DNP	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Limited if Active
Michael Crabtree	Finger	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Expected to Play
Larry Fitzgerald	Not Injury Related	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Brandon Marshall	Hip / Shoulder	DNP	DNP	Limited	Questionable	Limited if Active
Amari Cooper	Shoulder	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Expected to Play
Donte Moncrief	Shoulder	DNP	DNP	DNP	Doubtful	Likely Inactive
Randall Cobb	Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	Questionable	Limited if Active
Alshon Jeffery	Illness	Not Listed	DNP	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Stefon Diggs	Hip	DNP	DNP	DNP	Doubtful	Likely Inactive
DeSean Jackson	Jaw	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Jordan Matthews	Ankle	DNP	DNP	Limited	Questionable	Game-time Decision
Taylor Gabriel	Foot	DNP	Limited	Limited	Declared Out	Inactive
Kenny Britt	Shoulder	DNP	DNP	DNP	Doubtful	Inactive
Terrelle Pryor	Finger	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Robby Anderson	Hamsting	Limited	DNP	DNP	Questionable	Likely Inactive
Marqise Lee	Hip	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Likely to Play
Malcolm Mitchell	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	Doubtful	Likely Inactive
John Brown	Illness	DNP	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Limited if Active
Devin Funchess	Knee	DNP	DNP	IR	IR	Inactive
Sammie Coates	Hamstring	Limited	Limited	Limited	Not Listed	Likely to Play
Danny Amendola	Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Tight Ends
Player	Injury	Practice Participation			Game Status	FBGs Expects
Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
Jordan Reed	Shoulder	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Limited if Active
Greg Olsen	Elbow	DNP	DNP	Full	Questionable	Likely to Play
Jimmy Graham	Not Injury Related	DNP	Full	Full	Not Listed	Likely to Play
Charles Clay	Knee	DNP	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Likely to Play
Martellus Bennett	Ankle	Limited	Limited	Limited	Questionable	Limited if Active
Ladarius Green	Concussion	Limited	Limited	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Will Tye	Illness	Limited	Full	Full	Not Listed	Likely to Play
C.J. Fiedorowicz	Thigh	Full	Full	Full	Not Listed	Expected to Play
Austin Hooper	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
A.J. Derby	Concussion	DNP	DNP	DNP	Declared Out	Inactive
Tyler Kroft	Knee / Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	Doubtful	Likely Inactive

Source: footballguys.com

LT Profits · 01-01-17, 08:55 AM

Sunday Update

NE - TE Martellus Bennett should play

Source: ESPNBoston.com - Mike Reiss

New England Patriots TE Martellus Bennett (ankle, shoulder) is expected to play against the Miami Dolphins in Week 17 even though he is listed as questionable for the game.

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The Patriots haven't locked up the no.1 seed in the AFC, so they'll be playing hard against the Dolphins. Bennett has been hot and cold this year for fantasy owners. On the season, the Dolphins allow an average of 58.6 passing yards per game (13th) to tight ends. The last time Bennett played Miami (Week 2), he had five catches, 114 receiving yards and one touchdown.

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SD - TE Hunter Henry to be featured TE in 2017

Source: ESPN - Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter

San Diego Chargers TE Hunter Henry will be the team's featured tight end next season regardless of whether or not Antonio Gates returns for a 15th season.

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Henry is certainly the heir apparent at the position for the Chargers. He should get work as the primary tight end for the team in 2017, and he's got low-end TE1 ability for fantasy owners with that role.

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BAL - Firing imminent for Marty Mornhinweg?

Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jeff Zrebiec

Baltimore Ravens offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg is not expected to remain in his current post at the end of the season, according to the Baltimore Sun's Jeff Zrebiec.

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If that's the case, the Ravens have burned through two offensive coordinators since Gary Kubiak (2014) moved on to be the head coach for the Broncos. Any coach they hire will have to find a way to properly use the talent already on the offense.

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SF - RB Shaun Draughn expected to start finale

Source: CSNBayArea.com - Matt Maiocco

San Francisco 49ers RB Shaun Draughn is in line to get the start in Week 17 against the Seattle Seahawks with Carlos Hyde ruled out due to a left MCL sprain.

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It's almost all a crapshoot at running back this week. We're not expecting a robust day from the 49ers on Sunday, and that means Draughn may not do much if things go the way we expect.

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PIT - RB Fitzgerald Toussaint to see solid work

Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Pittsburgh Steelers RB Fitzgerald Toussaint is expected to receive a solid amount of playing time against the Cleveland Browns in Week 17. RB DeAngelo Williams is also expected to receive carries during the game.

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Fantasy owners need to proceed with caution here. If Williams got most of the work against the Browns, he could post RB1 numbers....but he's not going to get that workload. If Toussaint gets most of the work against the Browns, we'd trust him more as a flex player...but it sounds like Williams will cut into his workload. This is yet another reason why Week 17 championships are problematic.

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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews may not play

Source: ESPN - Adam Caplan

Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (ankle) was very limited during practice Friday, Dec. 30, and may not be able to play against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 17.

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Injuries and inconsistencies have plagued Matthews this year. If he doesn't play in Week 17 (certainly seems like he's going to be out), Matthews will finish with 73 catches, 804 receiving yards and three touchdowns.

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NE - WR Michael Floyd could face longer jail term

Source: ESPN - Chris Mortensen and Adam Schefter

New England Patriots WR Michael Floyd could face 180 days in jail instead of 45 for his Dec. 12 arrest on a Super Extreme DUI charge.

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Floyd is not in a good spot, and this sentence could be much more severe than anticipated. If he is sentenced to 180 days, his availability for next season could be in jeopardy.

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TB - RB Jacquizz Rodgers to carry the load

Source: ESPN.com - Jenna Laine
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Jacquizz Rodgers is expected to see a heavy workload against the Carolina Panthers in Week 17.
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Without Doug Martin (suspended) and Charles Sims (Injured Reserve), the Bucs have no choice but to turn to Rodgers. He's proven this year that he can handle a starter's workload...if just for a few weeks.
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Source: footballguys.com

Otters27 · 01-01-17, 12:45 PM

Impossible to tell what teams will show up or not today. Most games are meaningless

BarkingToad · 01-01-17, 04:12 PM

Mark Sanchez is a complete joke, worthless.

mr. leisure · 01-02-17, 12:15 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

Impossible to tell what teams will show up or not today. Most games are meaningless

Definitely was a hard day to cap the games .

Otters27 · 01-02-17, 06:36 AM

Who can the Raiders sign? Or do they stick with McGloin

BarkingToad · 01-02-17, 09:41 AM

Originally posted by Otters27

Who can the Raiders sign? Or do they stick with McGloin

What a way to end a season on a thud.

Cross · 01-05-17, 02:11 PM

Raiders fans get such bad luck, unbelievable.