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CIN - Cincinnati turns back to QB Andy Dalton
Source: Bengals.com
Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton was named the starting quarterback for Week 13 against the New York Jets.
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The Bengals turned to rookie Ryan Finley for three games and he did not perform well. The team gets a boost with Dalton back under center. Adjust all fantasy projections for guys like Tyler Boyd and Joe Mixon accordingly. We'll see if A.J. Green comes back at some point this season too.
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PHI - QB Carson Wentz undergoes X-rays on his hand
Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Josh Alper
Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz (hand) is reportedly dealing with 'a little bruise' on his right hand after undergoing X-rays during the game against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12.
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Wentz is considered day-to-day with this hand injury. Eagles head coach Doug Pederson noted after the game that Wentz would likely undergo further testing to confirm the diagnosis. We expect Wentz to play -- and play well -- against the Dolphins in Week 13.
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PIT - Devlin Hodges likely the starter
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Devlin Hodges is likely to take over as the starting quarterback, according to sources.
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That would be the best move for the Steelers. Mason Rudolph has struggled as the starter and that's why he was benched against the Bengals. Over the last two games, Rudolph has tossed five interceptions. Hodges should be the starter as the Steelers host the Browns in Week 13.
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IND - TE Eric Ebron out for season
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Indianapolis Colts TE Eric Ebron (ankles) is headed for the Reserve/Injured list because he needs surgery on both of his ankles.
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Ebron had a breakout season in 2018 but he disappointed in 2019, finishing with 31 catches for 375 yards and three touchdowns. Without him, the Colts move forward with Jack Doyle as their lead tight end. Mo Alie-Cox will get more work as a reserve tight end behind Doyle for the rest of the 2019 season.
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PIT - RB James Conner not ruling out surgery
Source: NFL.com
Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner (shoulder) said he may need to undergo surgery on his shoulder if he is not careful with the injury.
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Conner's should has been a problem for some time and he aggravated it in Week 11 against the Browns. He didn't play in Week 12 and his status for Week 13 is up in the air. He said the ligaments in the shoulder need to be stronger.
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OAK - WR Hunter Renfrow injured in Week 12
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Oakland Raiders WR Hunter Renfrow (ribs, lung) reportedly broke a rib and suffered a punctured lung in Week 12 versus the New York Jets. No timetable for his return to the field has been announced yet.
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Ribs injuries come down to pain tolerance. Renfrow might be able to play with this pain, but we'll have to wait and see what his practice status is like later in the week. The Raiders travel to play the Chiefs in Week 13.
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MIA - RB Kalen Ballage to start again in Week 13
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins RB Kalen Ballage will remain the starting running back in Week 13 versus the Philadelphia Eagles, according to head coach Brian Flores.
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Ballage is not doing much as the starter. Nobody in the backfield really is (sorry Patrick Laird truthers), so counting on a Dolphins running back is a risky move for Fantasy GMs. The Dolphins fall behind every week and usually abandon the rushing attack by halftime. Ballage, as the team's starter, is only worth a deep flex play.
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SEA - RB Rashaad Penny ready to be relevant?
Source: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude
Seattle Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny has apparently worked his way back into the good graces of head coach Pete Carroll, who told reporters Monday, Nov. 25, there is 'no reason not to get (Penny) back in there' after he ran for 129 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in Week 12 against the Philadelphia Eagles.'Chris (Carson) is a guy who is a big part of our team and we'll do everything we can (for him). ... Competition is a beautiful thing and no reason not to get (Penny) back in there next week. We'll get those guys hammering away,' Carroll said.
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Penny could be quite fantasy relevant as the fantasy playoffs are about underway. He's out there on a lot of waiver wires so pick him up and stash him to see if this role behind Carson continues to produce fantasy points.
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KC - Coach hopeful about WR Tyreek Hill's status
Source: Kansas City Star - Herbie Teope
Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill (hamstring) hopefully will be available to play in the Week 13 game, according to head coach Andy Reid.
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Hill should be okay in Week 13. Reid said Hill was receiving treatment on his hamstring during the bye week. The Chiefs are at home on Sunday to take on the Raiders.
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DEN - No decision on QB Drew Lock
Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis
Denver Broncos QB Drew Lock (thumb) could be activated from the Reserve/Injured list this week, but the team has not made a final decision, according to head coach Vic Fangio.
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There's no need for the Broncos to continue forward with Brandon Allen. Lock has had two weeks of practice already and this week will make his third. We think they should give him these last five games of the 2019 season to see whether or not they need to select a quarterback with a premium pick in the 2020 NFL draft.
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ATL - RB Devonta Freeman listed as limited
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman (foot) was limited in work Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official
practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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It's a short week for the Falcons since they play on Thursday night against the Saints, but it's not a short week for Freeman since he's been out the last two weeks. It would be a bit of a surprise if Freeman is back in Week 13. We'll see what he can do on Wednesday, but the team could continue to roll with a RBBC featuring Brian Hill and rookie Qadree Ollison.
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ATL - TE Austin Hooper does not practice
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons TE Austin Hooper (knee) did not work with the team Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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Hooper's knee injury was supposed to sideline him through the month of November. It would be a surprise if he was out there on Thanksgiving night against the Saints. We think a Week 14 return for Hooper is a better bet.
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DET - TE T.J. Hockenson listed as limited
Source: DetroitLions.com
Detroit Lions TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) was limited during work Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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The Lions are playing their traditional game on Thanksgiving, this time against the Bears. If Hockenson can't play or is limited on Thursday, then we'll see more Logan Thomas.
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DET - QB Matthew Stafford remains sidelined
Source: DetroitLions.com
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (back, hip) did not work with the team Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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We doubt Stafford returns this season. The Lions have Jeff Driskel as their starter but he's a little bit banged up with a hamstring injury. On Thanksgiving, the Lions are at home to play the Bears.
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IND - RB Marlon Mack to miss Week 13
Source: The Athletic - Zak Keefer
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack (hand) will not be available to play in the team's Week 13 game.
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No need to rush him back with the way Jonathan Williams is playing. Williams has back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances and looks to continue that trend in Week 13. The Colts are at home in an important divisional game against the Titans on Sunday.
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CLE - TE David Njoku's Week 13 status unknown
Source: The Chronicle-Telegram - Scott Petrak
Cleveland Browns TE David Njoku (wrist) is not guaranteed to return to action in Week 13 versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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Njoku has been designated to return already but he has yet to return to the field. When he does, Njoku could be another shot in the arm for an offense that seems to have found some swagger (again) late in the season. Stash Njoku on your bench if you have the roster space. He could perform like a TE1 in the fantasy playoffs.
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PHI - RB Jordan Howard remains day-to-day
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Jordan Howard (shoulder) will be limited to individual drills early in the week as he continues to regain strength in the shoulder, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
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We'll see if the Eagles get Howard back in there or just continue to roll with Miles Sanders and Jay Ajayi. The Eagles travel to play the hapless Dolphins on Sunday, so there's no need to rush Howard back out there this week. We'll know more about his status later in the week.
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NYG - WR Golden Tate suffers concussion
Source: Giants.com
New York Giants WR Golden Tate (concussion) was placed in the league's concussion protocol Monday, Nov. 25.
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T
ate will have to work through the league's protocol before he can return to the field. The Giants are at home to play the Packers on Sunday. We'll have an update on Tate's status later in the week.
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ATL - RB Devonta Freeman should practice soon
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Kelsey Conway
Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman (foot) is expected to return to practice this week, according to comments made by head coach Dan Quinn on Monday, Nov. 25.
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The Falcons have not run the ball with much success with Freeman out. Brian Hill has struggled as the lead back and rookie Qadree Ollison has merely been a touchdown vulture when the team is close to pay dirt. With a short week, the Falcons are likely to give Freeman one more week of rest. Atlanta hosts New Orleans on Thanksgiving night in Week 13.
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CIN - Cincinnati turns back to QB Andy Dalton
Source: Bengals.com
Cincinnati Bengals QB Andy Dalton was named the starting quarterback for Week 13 against the New York Jets.
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The Bengals turned to rookie Ryan Finley for three games and he did not perform well. The team gets a boost with Dalton back under center. Adjust all fantasy projections for guys like Tyler Boyd and Joe Mixon accordingly. We'll see if A.J. Green comes back at some point this season too.
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PHI - QB Carson Wentz undergoes X-rays on his hand
Source: ProFootballTalk.com - Josh Alper
Philadelphia Eagles QB Carson Wentz (hand) is reportedly dealing with 'a little bruise' on his right hand after undergoing X-rays during the game against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 12.
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Wentz is considered day-to-day with this hand injury. Eagles head coach Doug Pederson noted after the game that Wentz would likely undergo further testing to confirm the diagnosis. We expect Wentz to play -- and play well -- against the Dolphins in Week 13.
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PIT - Devlin Hodges likely the starter
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Pittsburgh Steelers QB Devlin Hodges is likely to take over as the starting quarterback, according to sources.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
That would be the best move for the Steelers. Mason Rudolph has struggled as the starter and that's why he was benched against the Bengals. Over the last two games, Rudolph has tossed five interceptions. Hodges should be the starter as the Steelers host the Browns in Week 13.
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IND - TE Eric Ebron out for season
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Indianapolis Colts TE Eric Ebron (ankles) is headed for the Reserve/Injured list because he needs surgery on both of his ankles.
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Ebron had a breakout season in 2018 but he disappointed in 2019, finishing with 31 catches for 375 yards and three touchdowns. Without him, the Colts move forward with Jack Doyle as their lead tight end. Mo Alie-Cox will get more work as a reserve tight end behind Doyle for the rest of the 2019 season.
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PIT - RB James Conner not ruling out surgery
Source: NFL.com
Pittsburgh Steelers RB James Conner (shoulder) said he may need to undergo surgery on his shoulder if he is not careful with the injury.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Conner's should has been a problem for some time and he aggravated it in Week 11 against the Browns. He didn't play in Week 12 and his status for Week 13 is up in the air. He said the ligaments in the shoulder need to be stronger.
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OAK - WR Hunter Renfrow injured in Week 12
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Oakland Raiders WR Hunter Renfrow (ribs, lung) reportedly broke a rib and suffered a punctured lung in Week 12 versus the New York Jets. No timetable for his return to the field has been announced yet.
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Ribs injuries come down to pain tolerance. Renfrow might be able to play with this pain, but we'll have to wait and see what his practice status is like later in the week. The Raiders travel to play the Chiefs in Week 13.
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MIA - RB Kalen Ballage to start again in Week 13
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins RB Kalen Ballage will remain the starting running back in Week 13 versus the Philadelphia Eagles, according to head coach Brian Flores.
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Ballage is not doing much as the starter. Nobody in the backfield really is (sorry Patrick Laird truthers), so counting on a Dolphins running back is a risky move for Fantasy GMs. The Dolphins fall behind every week and usually abandon the rushing attack by halftime. Ballage, as the team's starter, is only worth a deep flex play.
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SEA - RB Rashaad Penny ready to be relevant?
Source: The Seattle Times - Adam Jude
Seattle Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny has apparently worked his way back into the good graces of head coach Pete Carroll, who told reporters Monday, Nov. 25, there is 'no reason not to get (Penny) back in there' after he ran for 129 yards and a touchdown on 14 carries in Week 12 against the Philadelphia Eagles.'Chris (Carson) is a guy who is a big part of our team and we'll do everything we can (for him). ... Competition is a beautiful thing and no reason not to get (Penny) back in there next week. We'll get those guys hammering away,' Carroll said.
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Penny could be quite fantasy relevant as the fantasy playoffs are about underway. He's out there on a lot of waiver wires so pick him up and stash him to see if this role behind Carson continues to produce fantasy points.
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KC - Coach hopeful about WR Tyreek Hill's status
Source: Kansas City Star - Herbie Teope
Kansas City Chiefs WR Tyreek Hill (hamstring) hopefully will be available to play in the Week 13 game, according to head coach Andy Reid.
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Hill should be okay in Week 13. Reid said Hill was receiving treatment on his hamstring during the bye week. The Chiefs are at home on Sunday to take on the Raiders.
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DEN - No decision on QB Drew Lock
Source: 9News.com - Mike Klis
Denver Broncos QB Drew Lock (thumb) could be activated from the Reserve/Injured list this week, but the team has not made a final decision, according to head coach Vic Fangio.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
There's no need for the Broncos to continue forward with Brandon Allen. Lock has had two weeks of practice already and this week will make his third. We think they should give him these last five games of the 2019 season to see whether or not they need to select a quarterback with a premium pick in the 2020 NFL draft.
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ATL - RB Devonta Freeman listed as limited
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman (foot) was limited in work Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official
practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
It's a short week for the Falcons since they play on Thursday night against the Saints, but it's not a short week for Freeman since he's been out the last two weeks. It would be a bit of a surprise if Freeman is back in Week 13. We'll see what he can do on Wednesday, but the team could continue to roll with a RBBC featuring Brian Hill and rookie Qadree Ollison.
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ATL - TE Austin Hooper does not practice
Source: The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - D. Orlando Ledbetter
Atlanta Falcons TE Austin Hooper (knee) did not work with the team Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Hooper's knee injury was supposed to sideline him through the month of November. It would be a surprise if he was out there on Thanksgiving night against the Saints. We think a Week 14 return for Hooper is a better bet.
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DET - TE T.J. Hockenson listed as limited
Source: DetroitLions.com
Detroit Lions TE T.J. Hockenson (shoulder) was limited during work Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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The Lions are playing their traditional game on Thanksgiving, this time against the Bears. If Hockenson can't play or is limited on Thursday, then we'll see more Logan Thomas.
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DET - QB Matthew Stafford remains sidelined
Source: DetroitLions.com
Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford (back, hip) did not work with the team Monday, Nov. 25. The Falcons did not hold an official practice Monday, so this is an estimation.
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We doubt Stafford returns this season. The Lions have Jeff Driskel as their starter but he's a little bit banged up with a hamstring injury. On Thanksgiving, the Lions are at home to play the Bears.
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IND - RB Marlon Mack to miss Week 13
Source: The Athletic - Zak Keefer
Indianapolis Colts RB Marlon Mack (hand) will not be available to play in the team's Week 13 game.
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No need to rush him back with the way Jonathan Williams is playing. Williams has back-to-back 100-yard rushing performances and looks to continue that trend in Week 13. The Colts are at home in an important divisional game against the Titans on Sunday.
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CLE - TE David Njoku's Week 13 status unknown
Source: The Chronicle-Telegram - Scott Petrak
Cleveland Browns TE David Njoku (wrist) is not guaranteed to return to action in Week 13 versus the Pittsburgh Steelers.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Njoku has been designated to return already but he has yet to return to the field. When he does, Njoku could be another shot in the arm for an offense that seems to have found some swagger (again) late in the season. Stash Njoku on your bench if you have the roster space. He could perform like a TE1 in the fantasy playoffs.
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PHI - RB Jordan Howard remains day-to-day
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Jordan Howard (shoulder) will be limited to individual drills early in the week as he continues to regain strength in the shoulder, according to head coach Doug Pederson.
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We'll see if the Eagles get Howard back in there or just continue to roll with Miles Sanders and Jay Ajayi. The Eagles travel to play the hapless Dolphins on Sunday, so there's no need to rush Howard back out there this week. We'll know more about his status later in the week.
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NYG - WR Golden Tate suffers concussion
Source: Giants.com
New York Giants WR Golden Tate (concussion) was placed in the league's concussion protocol Monday, Nov. 25.
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T
ate will have to work through the league's protocol before he can return to the field. The Giants are at home to play the Packers on Sunday. We'll have an update on Tate's status later in the week.
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ATL - RB Devonta Freeman should practice soon
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Kelsey Conway
Atlanta Falcons RB Devonta Freeman (foot) is expected to return to practice this week, according to comments made by head coach Dan Quinn on Monday, Nov. 25.
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The Falcons have not run the ball with much success with Freeman out. Brian Hill has struggled as the lead back and rookie Qadree Ollison has merely been a touchdown vulture when the team is close to pay dirt. With a short week, the Falcons are likely to give Freeman one more week of rest. Atlanta hosts New Orleans on Thanksgiving night in Week 13.
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