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Marshawn Lynch Should Be Ready to Go vs. Bengals
Marshawn Lynch was reportedly very close to taking the field for the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football against the Detroit Lions, but team doctors chose to hold him out an extra week to avoid any further setbacks. However, Beastmode is expected to start for the Seahawks in week 5 against the Cincinnati Bengals. "His […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoTrent Richardson Working Out for Buffalo Bills
Most people would agree that former Cleveland Browns first round draft pick Trent Richardson is one of the biggest busts of all time, but that isn't stopping teams from giving him a chance. The running back, who also had stints with the Indianapolis Colts and the Oakland Raiders, is now getting a chance to earn […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoBreshad Perriman has 'one of the all-time slowest healing sprained PCLs ever'
Usually the younger an athlete is, the quicker they heal and recover from injury. Unfortunately, that doesn't seem to be the case with 22-year-old Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Breshad Perriman. The 2015 first round draft pick has yet to see the football field this season due to a sprained PCL injury that doctors expected would […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoRoddy White Furious With Role
Atlanta Falcons veteran wide receiver Roddy White is unhappy with his role in the passing game thus far this season. White went off on the media when discussing how he's currently being used by the team. "For me, at the end of the day, I want to catch passes," White told ESPN.com. "I'm not out […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoRyan Mallett: Don't Make the Same Mistake Houston Is Making
Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien has announced that his team will stick with Ryan Mallett under center despite benching him for Brian Hoyer against the Atlanta Falcons in week 4. "He's our starting quarterback. [But] he needs to do better," O'Brien said. Just because the Texans are sticking with Mallett for another week doesn't […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoTorrey Smith: Stick With Him or Drop Him?
Even when Torrey Smith was with the Baltimore Ravens he was a boom or bust wide receiver. He has never had the best hands, but he's always been a threat to score from anywhere on the field - especially when his quarterback can throw the deep ball. But through four games, the now San Francisco […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoDeSean Jackson Ready to Return?
DeSean Jackson owners have been understandably upset with him thus far this season. The speedy wide receiver suffered a hamstring in week 1 and hasn't returned to the football field ever since. But now that the team will likely be without Jordan Reed in week 5, the team is ready to put Jackson back out […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoJordan Reed Likely to Miss Time After Another Concussion
Washington Redskins tight end has been great for his owners thus far this season, but that may be coming to an end. On Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles he suffered another concussion, a sprained ankle and a knee injury. Reed has a history of concussions; it's believed he has suffered at least five concussions since […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoRoy Helu Unseating Latavius Murray?
Oakland Raiders running back Latavius Murray seemed to have been benched by the team in the fourth quarter against the Chicago Bears on Sunday after losing a costly fumble. It just wasn't Murray's day; in addition to the fumble, he was also struggling in the passing game. Former Washington Redskins running back Roy Helu finished […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoKeep an Eye on Jaelen Strong With Cecil Shorts Out
It may be time for Houston Texans third-round draft pick Jaelen Strong to step up at wide receiver after Cecil Shorts dislocated his left shoulder on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons. In addition to Shorts being out for an undetermined amount of time, receiver Nate Washington is dealing with a hamstring injury. Strong has a […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoAntonio Gates Is Back and You Better Take Notice
San Diego Chargers future hall of fame tight end Antonio Gates will return to the team this week after serving a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's PED policy. Although LaDarius Green has been putting up great numbers in Gates' absence, Gates is fully expected to reclaim the starting job immediately. Quarterback Philip Rivers has […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoSlow Down Before Starting C.J. Spiller Going Forward
If all you did was glance at the box score of the Dallas Cowboys vs. New Orleans Saints game, you may be thinking that C.J. Spiller is a must-start running back going forward, but slow down a bit. Sure, Spiller had over 100 total yards and a touchdown, which sounds great until you look into […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoTodd Gurley to See More Playing Time
St. Louis Rams rookie running back Todd Gurley should see more playing time going forward, according to head coach Jeff Fisher. Last week was Gurley's NFL debut, but he only played 14 snaps in the team's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. Even with Fisher stating that Gurley should see more playing time, he is not […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoVernon Davis Likely Out With Knee Injury
San Francisco 49ers tight end Vernon Davis will likely miss Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers due to a knee injury. He reportedly went through warmups on Friday, but headed back to the weight room before practice began. Davis' absence should mean more targets for wide receivers Torrey Smith and Anquan Boldin, but it […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoBrian Quick Finally Ready to See Some Playing Time
St. Louis Rams wide receiver Brian Quick will finally see some playing time after suffering a torn rotator cuff last season. Although Quick was said to be healthy to open the regular season, coach Jeff Fisher hasn't let him see the field up to this point. That, however, is all about to change on Sunday […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoJoique Bell Misses Practice Again on Friday
Detroit Lions running back Joique Bell has missed practice again and is questionable for Monday Night Football against the Seattle Seahawks. Even if Bell does play, he is not a recommended fantasy football start. Not only are the Seahawks a tough team to run against, Ameer Abdullah will see the bulk of the playing time […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoMarshawn Lynch Will Be a Game-Time Decision
Everybody hates a player that's a game-time decision, especially when they player was a first-round fantasy football draft pick like Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch. Despite Lynch "working hard rehabbing and trying to get back," we are not expected to know his status until an hour or two before kickoff on Sunday. Although Lynch […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoAndrew Luck Expected to Play vs. Jaguars
Andrew Luck owners have been on the edge of their seats waiting for an update on his status for Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars. On Friday, Indianapolis Colts coach Chuck Pagano gave us a little relief by telling the media he's "absolutely" confident that Luck will play Sunday. Fantasy owners were alarmed after they heard […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoLeSean McCoy to Miss Several Weeks?
If you own LeSean McCoy in any of your fantasy football leagues, you will not like hearing this. The star running back has said that he absolutely will not return to the football field until he is 100 percent healthy. "One thing I promised myself is I can't go out there if I'm not 100 […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoPanthers' Jonathan Stewart Likely a Game-Time Decision
Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart has always had a knack for showing up on the injury reports and this season is certainly no different. Stewart is currently dealing with a knee injury that has put his status for week 4 in doubt. The Panthers are reportedly taking a "wait and see" approach on Stewart, […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoDoug Martin Suffers Knee Injury in Practice
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin suffered a knee injury at practice on Wednesday which kept him out of practice on Thursday. Head coach Lovie Smith said Martin is expected to be OK and return to practice on Friday, but this is definitely something worth keeping an eye on. Martin has yet to run […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoJay Cutler and Alshon Jeffrey Both Highly Questionable
Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler and wide receiver Alshon Jeffrey are both highly questionable for their week 4 matchup against the Oakland Raiders. Cutler is considered 50/50 to play on Sunday due to a hamstring injury while Jeffrey remain limited in practice on Thursday due to his own hamstring injury. Cutler and Jeffrey are a […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoLeSean McCoy and Sammy Watkins Out vs. Giants
The Buffalo Bills will be without running back LeSean McCoy and wide receiver Sammy Watkins when they face the New York Giants in week 4. McCoy is dealing with a hamstring injury while Watkins has a calf issue. McCoy's absence means Karlos Williams is an absolute must start in all fantasy football leagues. Even if […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoDeMarco Murray Is Healthy Enough to Play, But Will He?
Philadelphia Eagles running back, and 2015 fantasy football disappointment, DeMarco Murray practiced in full on Thursday and is expected to play against the Washington Redskins. But then again, Chip Kelly could decide to sit him as a healthy scratch due to how good Ryan Mathews and Darren Sproles played last week. Against the tough New […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoKenny Britt's Week 4 Status Up in the Air
St. Louis Rams wide receiver Kenny Britt hasn't been practicing due to a shoulder injury he apparently suffered against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. His week 4 status is now up in the air. He banged his shoulder a little bit in the (Pittsburgh) game," coach Jeff Fisher told STLToday.com. Britt has been flying under […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoBye, Bye Blue: Arian Foster Likely to Play Week 4
Houston Texans running back Arian Foster dropped in fantasy football drafts due to a groin injury that was expected to keep him out for several weeks. Initial reports even questioned if he'd be able to return at all this season. Well, his recovery has gone great and it sounds like he's ready to make all […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoIs It Time to Drop Andre Johnson?
When Andre Johnson left the Houston Texans to join Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts, many people expected him to thrive with his new team. After all, Luck is considered the best quarterback Johnson has ever had in his 13 NFL seasons. But through three games, Johnson has been a huge disappointment hauling in just […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoTravis Benjamin Dealing with Sore Ribs
Cleveland Browns wide receiver Travis Benjamin is dealing with sore ribs and was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday. Benjamin has put up great numbers through the first three weeks of the season with 10 receptions for 240 yards and four touchdowns. Although Benjamin has up good numbers, he lives and dies by the […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoJulius Thomas Not Yet Cleared to Play
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Julius Thomas has still not been cleared to play according to the Florida Times Union. The former Broncos tight end has been recovering from a broken right hand suffered on Aug. 14. It is believed that he will return to the lineup around week 6, and when he does - he […]
Brian Ethridge 9 years agoReggie Bush Returns to 49ers Practice
Reggie Bush has returned to practice for the San Francisco 49ers after missing the last two games. This will give the team a much-needed receiving threat out of the backfield. Although Bush's presence will undoubtedly help the 49ers on the football field, it won;t have much of an impact for fantasy football players. Carlos Hyde […]
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