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NFL Player News for Week 11 - Early Edition
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ARI - QB Carson Palmer out for season
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Palmer (knee) suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in Week 10 and will be placed on the Reserve/Injured list.
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Terrible news for the Cardinals here. They will continue with what could be a Super Bowl run with Drew Stanton at quarterback.
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MIN - Grievance filed for RB Adrian Peterson
Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter
Minnesota Vikings RB Adrian Peterson had a grievance filed on his behalf against the NFL by the National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) Monday, Nov. 10.
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We'll see more activity in this Peterson situation this week. The NFLPA asks that Peterson be removed from the Commissioner's Exempt list based on explicit language in a signed agreement…'
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HOU - RB Arian Foster considered day-to-day
Source: HoustonTexans.com
Houston Texans RB Arian Foster (groin) is day-to-day with a groin injury, according to head coach Bill O'Brien.
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A heads up for fantasy owners here. Foster should be able to practice later in the week, so check back to monitor his progress. He might be limited all week, but look for a full participation on Friday.
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DEN - RB Ronnie Hillman out at least two weeks
Source: The Denver Post - Mike Klis
Denver Broncos RB Ronnie Hillman (foot) will miss at least two weeks with a sprain in his right foot, according to a source.
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Oh boy, this news will have fantasy owners scrambling. The Broncos saw C.J. Anderson emerge with 163 all-purpose yards and a receiving touchdown against the Raiders in Week 10. Anderson could be the starter for the team going forward, but also remember that Montee Ball is coming back from his groin injury and should be available to play against the Rams in Week 11. Also remember that the Broncos are using a 'hot hand' approach to their RBs (including Juwan Thompson).
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NYG - RB Rashad Jennings may be able to play
Source: ESPN.com - Dan Graziano
New York Giants RB Rashad Jennings (knee) appears to be on track to play in Week 11, according to sources.
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Jennings has wanted to play the last couple of weeks, but the time wasn't right. Now, it looks like Jennings is going to be available in Week 11. Watch to see if he can practice fully on Friday at the latest in order to be ready.
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MIA - Branden Albert has torn ACL, MCL
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Miami Dolphins OT Branden Albert (knee) has been diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament and a torn medial collateral ligament, according to a source.
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Terrible news for the Dolphins here. Albert had graded out high as Ryan Tannehill's blind-side protector. Now the Dolphins will turn to rookie Ja'Wuan James as their left tackle. Drop all expectations for the Dolphins skill position players.
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STL - DE Chris Long may return to practice
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Jim Thomas
St. Louis Rams DE Chris Long (ankle) may be able to participate in practice this week, according to head coach Jeff Fisher.
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Getting Long back would be a boost for this defense. Long is currently on the Active/Reserve/Injured list. Even if he participates in practice this week, we would be surprised to see him suit up against the Broncos in Week 11.
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STL - QB Austin Davis keeping job
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch - Jim Thomas
St. Louis Rams QB Austin Davis will continue to be the team's starting quarterback, according to head coach Jeff Fisher.
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The Rams really don't have a better choice behind Davis. They'll be drafting a new quarterback in 2015 anyway, but they can at least see more from Davis if he's going to be any sort of backup QB.
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DEN - RB Montee Ball hopeful of returning
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold
Denver Broncos RB Montee Ball (groin) is hopeful of putting in a full week of full practice, and he is poised to return to the lineup in Week 11 against the St. Louis Rams after missing five games. Ball wants to do more than just return, though; “to try and get my old job back.” 'It's who's healthy, No. 1 first and foremost. We've been evaluating that week to week ... we'll evaluate it again come Wednesday,' head coach John Fox said. 'Doesn't matter how I feel, it's how they feel ... Time heals, we'll see how they feel come Wednesday.”
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Ball should be back in the lineup this week against the Rams. What is unknown at this time is his role with the team. Ronnie Hillman has been starting while Ball has been out, but now Hillman is day-to-day with a mid-foot sprain. C.J. Anderson looked great against the Raiders in Week 10 (163 all-purpose yards), and he could be the starter if the Broncos want to ease Ball into the rotation.
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TEN - Zach Mettenberger must improve in two areas
Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon
Tennessee Titans QB Zach Mettenberger needs to get the ball out of his hand faster and check down quicker, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
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Mettenberger has had these problems dating back to his days at LSU (and even Georgia). He's got a big arm, but accuracy has always been a problem. His game also suffers when under duress.
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ARI - Likely will add QB
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
The Arizona Cardinals likely will sign another quarterback to their roster because of the injury to QB Carson Palmer (knee), according to head coach Bruce Arians.
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No shocker here. Without Palmer, the team is elevating Drew Stanton to their starting quarterback. Rookie Logan Thomas will serve as the primary backup. It's wise for the Cardinals to add some sort of veteran backup for depth.
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TEN - RB Dexter McCluster has knee bruise
Source: TitansOnline.com
Tennessee Titans RB Dexter McCluster (knee) suffered a knee bruise Sunday and will be monitored throughout the week, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
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Watch his practice status during the week. McCluster is not much of a fantasy option, but he can make a few plays for the team as a change-of-pace back/receiver.
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CHI - QB Jay Cutler will not be benched
Source: Chicago Tribune - Rich Campbell
Chicago Bears QB Jay Cutler will not be benched at this point but does need to play better, according to head coach Marc Trestman.
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Cutler may not be benched, but that doesn't mean he's going to play any better. The Bears are at a low point in the Trestman era. We love his mind for the game of football, but Trestman could be the fall guy if the Bears don't turn things around.
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CHI - WR Brandon Marshall has chance to play
Source: ESPNChicago.com - Jeff Dickerson
Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (ankle) appears to have a good chance to play in Week 11 despite his ankle injury, according to head coach Marc Trestman.
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Marshall believes the ankle injury is minor, but we're going to be watching him closely during the week of practice. Check back to monitor his practice status as the week goes on.
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NYJ - QB Michael Vick voices opinion on starting
Source: NFL.com - Conor Orr
New York Jets QB Michael Vick believes he should have been starting sooner than Week 9, subtly stating the Jets would be in a better position had that been the case.
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So much for being a veteran backup. Vick walked the company line when he was the second-string guy behind Geno Smith. Now, he's touting his own ability--and with good reason. The Jets offense has more life with Vick under center.
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ARI - QB Carson Palmer expected to return in 2015
Source: NFL.com
Arizona Cardinals QB Carson Palmer (knee) has no further damage in his left knee other than a torn anterior cruciate ligament, and he’s expected to be ready for the 2015 season, according to head coach Bruce Arians.
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The Cardinals are going to have to make a Super Bowl run without him. Drew Stanton is a good backup with a strong arm and the athleticism to keep plays alive with his feet while keeping his eyes downfield.
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MIN - TE Kyle Rudolph does some work
Source: ESPN.com - Ben Goessling
Minnesota Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph (abdomen) was able to do some things during practice Monday, Nov. 10, and the team hopes he will be able to return to the field in the near future, according to head coach Mike Zimmer.
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He's getting close to returning. Keep an eye on his practice status during the week.
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MIA - RB Lamar Miller expected to be fine
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Updating a previous report, Miami Dolphins RB Lamar Miller (shoulder) appears to be fine for Week 11 even though he was not able to finish the game in Week 10, according to sources.
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Miller may be fine, but this shoulder injury lowers his fantasy stock. We consider him a good RB3/flex play while he's playing banged up. This is down from his usual RB2 level of projection.
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NYG - Odell Beckham praised by Richard Sherman
Source: New York Daily News - Ebenezer Samuel
New York Giants WR Odell Beckham Jr. had a game-high seven catches for 108 yards in the team’s Week 10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and he was covered by CB Richard Sherman for most of the game. “Beckham is a great player,” Sherman said. “So they had to depend on him and take risks and take shots in games like this. He was able to get one earlier, which was a great play by him.”
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Sherman is the best corner in the game (in his mind), and praise for opposing receivers doesn't come that often. Beckham certainly deserves praise as he's got superstar upside in the NFL. The rookie runs routes effortlessly and has playmaking ability.
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BAL - RB Justin Forsett having dream season
Source: CSNBaltimore.com - Bo Smolka
Baltimore Ravens RB Justin Forsett set career highs in the team’s Week 10 win over the Tennessee Titans, rushing 20 times for 112 yards and two touchdowns. Forsett now has a career-high five touchdown runs this year, and he also has single-season bests for carries (133) and rushing yards (721) on the season. Forsett played for offensive coordinator Gary Kubiak in Houston, and his style of slashing with a quick burst fits the Ravens system perfectly. Forsett entered Week 10 leading all running backs with 5.39 yards per carry, and he ranked fifth in rushing yards. “He’s the kind of guy that deserves it,” head coach John Harbaugh said. “When you watch him on tape, he has always been a playmaker, and now he’s getting an opportunity to prove that. He’s doing a great job with it.”
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Fantasy owners are right there in a dream-like state with him. Forsett has always had the talent, but he's bounced around the NFL trying to find the right fit. He's found that with Kubiak, and it was a wise move for the team to add him when Kubiak came on board as the new offensive coordinator. Forsett is a low-end RB1 with upside.
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SF - QB Colin Kaepernick hurt by drops
Source: ESPN.com
San Francisco 49ers QB Colin Kaepernick only completed 43.8 percent of his passes in the team's Week 10 in part because the team dropped six passes during the game, which is most by any team this season.
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Yes, drops are contributing to Kaepernick's bad completion percentage. However, he's not the most accurate passer to begin with. He's what we call a 'pure sight thrower' and rarely throws with touch or anticipation. Kaepernick is a dangerous quarterback because of his rushing ability, but he could be even deadlier if he could consistently make plays as a passer.
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MIA - RB LaMichael James being promoted
Source: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
Miami Dolphins RB LaMichael James will be promoted from the practice squad to the active roster Monday, Nov. 10.
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This is a sign that Miami is worried about Lamar Miller's (shoulder) playing status. If Miller can't go, then Miami will turn to a RBBC featuring Daniel Thomas, Damien Williams and perhaps a small dash of James.
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DET - RB Reggie Bush sees light work
Source: DetroitLions.com - Tim Twentyman
Detroit Lions RB Reggie Bush played just 19 offensive snaps Sunday, Nov. 9, which was 28% of the offense. In contrast, RB Joique Bell played 67% of the snaps and RB Theo Riddick played 10% of the snaps.
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It's a three-headed RBBC in Detroit, and fantasy owners need to adjust their expectations accordingly. Bell is the most valuable back of the three, while Bush and Riddick have near-equal value with their smaller roles.
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BUF - RB Anthony Dixon keeps legs moving
Source: ESPN.com - Mike Rodak
Buffalo Bills RB Anthony Dixon is fifth in the NFL with 2.31 yards per carry after contact this season.
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Yep, but realize that Dixon has only 58 carries this year. Marshawn Lynch has a greater yards after contact per rush (2.36) and he has 153 carries in 2014.
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CHI - WR Brandon Marshall optimistic for Week 11
Source: Chicago Tribune - Dan Wiederer
Chicago Bears WR Brandon Marshall (ankle) said he might miss some practice time this week, but he doesn't expect to miss the Week 11 game.
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Let's not be too quick with a diagnosis here. Marshall's ankle has certainly been a problem this season. We'll see what his practice status is like during the week.
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SF - ILB Patrick Willis may play
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Ron Kroichick
San Francisco 49ers LB Patrick Willis (toe) may be able to play in Week 11, according to head coach Jim Harbaugh.
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Getting Willis back will be a boost for the 49ers defense. He's simply one of the best linebackers in the game today.
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SF - DE Glenn Dorsey could be activated soon
Source: CSNBayArea.com - Matt Maiocco
San Francisco 49ers DT Glenn Dorsey (biceps) could be activated from the Active/Reserve/Injured list before the team's Week 11 game.
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He's going to be back real soon. Dorsey has participated in practice the last two weeks. His presence in the middle of the defensive line should help the run defense.
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