by Christian Hardy
Aaron Hernandez did not make the trip with the team in what is a bad response to the treatment of his ankle. It makes sense before the Patriots week 9 bye, seeing that he has been hindered by the ankle injury in his last two weeks. I moved Lloyd up in my rankings a bit, but other than that, there's not much here. Targets were very spread out when Hernandez was out for three weeks earlier in the season.
For the Rams, Danny Amendola had a limited practice all week long and is listed as questionable for Week 8, but he is not expected to play. However, if Amendola is still on your waiver wire, pick him up now! Sounds like he's going to be back after the Week 9 bye.
Calvin Johnson did not practice because of a knee injury, and there is speculation that he will be a game-time call for Week 8. Nate Burleson is already out, so if Johnson doesn't play and you're searching for a receiver to start, Titus Young and Ryan Broyles should be set as the starters for Week 8. However, I do expect Johnson to play. He was at practice, and by the looks of it, he missed as a precaution.
DeMarco Murray missed Friday's practice with his foot injury and was ruled out for Week 8. Murray was among safety Matt Johnson, center Phil Costa, and defensive end Sean Lissemore for players who did not practice on Friday. It comes as no surprise, as Murray could miss more than just Week 8. Costa is also a big loss for the Cowboys, who have greatly struggled running the ball without him.
Trent Richardson "looked good" in practice according to Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Expect him to be active on Sunday unless he suffers a setback. I do expect him to start and see a split with Montario Hardesty, as the Browns try to limit him to get him up to full speed.
Ahmad Bradshaw was limited in practice and will be a game-time decision. If you're a Bradshaw owner, expect him to play but limited in Week 8. His foot has gotten worse and worse, and if he's not healthy, and with him being limited, he's a RB2/Flex option this week. Andre Brown would draw the start and be a nice play if Bradshaw is out.
Jimmy Graham (ankle) will be a game-time decision in Week 8 against the Broncos on Sunday Night Football. It's a tough spot for fantasy owners, since it is a late game. If I own him, there's no way I'm going to be playing him. Graham says he is good, and the way it sounds, I think he will be active, but I wouldn't want to bank on him playing in the late game.
Jordy Nelson missed practice on Thursday and Friday with a hamstring injury and is listed as questionable for Week 8. He will be a game-time decision. I did not rank him and I'm not expecting him to play this week. Be sure to get Randall Cobb in your lineup, I ranked him in my top 10.
Alshon Jeffrey (hand) was ruled out of Week 8's game against the Panthers. Panther have a weak secondary after losing Chris Gamble for the year to a torn ACL, and losing defensive leader Jon Beason to a knee and shoulder injury isn't going to help either. Earl Bennett and Kellen Davis are deep plays, but won't make a huge impact.
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December 21, 2011
December 21st Injury Report
Quarterbacks
- Josh McCown will replace Caleb Hanie as the starting quarterback of the Bears on Saturday. McCown will be the 10th quarterback to start under Lovie Smith in Chicago.
- The Steelers plan to rest quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (ankle) this week, despite Ben saying that he still hopes to play this week. Roethlisberger did not practice on Wednesday.
- Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb (concussion) split reps with John Skelton in practice on Wednesday. Skelton got a few more, according to Kolb, but there is no decision on the starting quarterback for week 16 yet.
Running Backs
- Cowboys running back Felix Jones (hamstring) did not practice today, as the team is being cautious with him because he is "all they have" at the running back position with DeMarco Murray (ankle) and Phillip Tanner (hamstring) on injured reserve.
- Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday, as he was on Tuesday.
- Redskins running back Roy Helu (toe, knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday, but I expect him to be a full go on Saturday.
- Titans head coach Mike Munchak said that Chris Johnson (ankle) was limited in ankle and the team was encouraged according to Jim Wyatt.
- Colts running back Delone Carter (forearm) was a full participant at practice for the second consecutive day and should play this week.
- Patriots running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis did not practice Wednesday because of an illness. Shane Vereen (hamstring) was limited in practice.
Wide Receivers
- The Rams rookie wide receiver Austin Pettis was suspended for four games by the league for violating NFL rules on performance enhancing substances. He will miss the final two games of this year, and the fisrt two games of next season, per Jim Thomas.
- Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (groin) did not practice on Wednesday. It is likely to be rest, rather than a serious injury.
- Ravens wide receiver Anquan Boldin (undisclosed injury) did not practice on Wednesday during the media portion of practice. It is not expected to be serious, as he did a light workout on the side.
- Dolphins wide receiver Brandon Marshall got a rest today at practice. He has a very minor knee injury, but earlier in the week the Dolphins said that they would rest players during the week.
- Bengals rookie wide receiver AJ Green (shoulder) was limited in practice, and will likely be limited all week long. He should be good to go for this week's game.
Tight Ends
- Giants tight end Jake Ballard (knee) did not practice on Wednesday and is not expected to play this week.
- Colts tight end Dallas Clark (neck) did not practice on Wednesday and is expected to miss his second consecutive game.
- Bills tight end Scott Chandler (ankle) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday and could return this week after missing the last two games.
- Dolphins tight end Anthony Fasano (head) did not practice on Wednesday.
Defense/Others
- Browns corner back Joe Haden (thigh bruise) and safety TJ Ward (foot) did not practice on Wednesday.
- Patriots safety Patrick Chung had no limp when going onto the field, according to Ian Rapoport. He should be a go for this weekend after sitting out last week's game.
- Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney did not practice for rest, and opposite of Freeney, defensive end Robert Mathis (knee) also did not practice.
- The Cardinals placed outside linebacker Joey Porter on IR today, and what could be a wrap on a very solid career. Cardinals promoted outside linebacker Brandon Williams from the practice squad to take his spot on the 53-man roster.
- Eagles corner back Asante Samuel did not practice today with a hamstring injury. He looks very iffy to play against the Cowboys on Sunday in a must win game.
- Josh McCown will replace Caleb Hanie as the starting quarterback of the Bears on Saturday. McCown will be the 10th quarterback to start under Lovie Smith in Chicago.
- The Steelers plan to rest quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (ankle) this week, despite Ben saying that he still hopes to play this week. Roethlisberger did not practice on Wednesday.
- Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb (concussion) split reps with John Skelton in practice on Wednesday. Skelton got a few more, according to Kolb, but there is no decision on the starting quarterback for week 16 yet.
Running Backs
- Cowboys running back Felix Jones (hamstring) did not practice today, as the team is being cautious with him because he is "all they have" at the running back position with DeMarco Murray (ankle) and Phillip Tanner (hamstring) on injured reserve.
- Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday, as he was on Tuesday.
- Redskins running back Roy Helu (toe, knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday, but I expect him to be a full go on Saturday.
- Titans head coach Mike Munchak said that Chris Johnson (ankle) was limited in ankle and the team was encouraged according to Jim Wyatt.
- Colts running back Delone Carter (forearm) was a full participant at practice for the second consecutive day and should play this week.
- Patriots running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis did not practice Wednesday because of an illness. Shane Vereen (hamstring) was limited in practice.
Wide Receivers
- The Rams rookie wide receiver Austin Pettis was suspended for four games by the league for violating NFL rules on performance enhancing substances. He will miss the final two games of this year, and the fisrt two games of next season, per Jim Thomas.
- Chargers wide receiver Vincent Jackson (groin) did not practice on Wednesday. It is likely to be rest, rather than a serious injury.
- Ravens wide receiver Anquan Boldin (undisclosed injury) did not practice on Wednesday during the media portion of practice. It is not expected to be serious, as he did a light workout on the side.
- Dolphins wide receiver Brandon Marshall got a rest today at practice. He has a very minor knee injury, but earlier in the week the Dolphins said that they would rest players during the week.
- Bengals rookie wide receiver AJ Green (shoulder) was limited in practice, and will likely be limited all week long. He should be good to go for this week's game.
Tight Ends
- Giants tight end Jake Ballard (knee) did not practice on Wednesday and is not expected to play this week.
- Colts tight end Dallas Clark (neck) did not practice on Wednesday and is expected to miss his second consecutive game.
- Bills tight end Scott Chandler (ankle) was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday and could return this week after missing the last two games.
- Dolphins tight end Anthony Fasano (head) did not practice on Wednesday.
Defense/Others
- Browns corner back Joe Haden (thigh bruise) and safety TJ Ward (foot) did not practice on Wednesday.
- Patriots safety Patrick Chung had no limp when going onto the field, according to Ian Rapoport. He should be a go for this weekend after sitting out last week's game.
- Colts defensive end Dwight Freeney did not practice for rest, and opposite of Freeney, defensive end Robert Mathis (knee) also did not practice.
- The Cardinals placed outside linebacker Joey Porter on IR today, and what could be a wrap on a very solid career. Cardinals promoted outside linebacker Brandon Williams from the practice squad to take his spot on the 53-man roster.
- Eagles corner back Asante Samuel did not practice today with a hamstring injury. He looks very iffy to play against the Cowboys on Sunday in a must win game.
December 2, 2011
December 2nd Injury Report
Quarterbacks
- Josh Freeman (thumb) decision to play will go all the way up to game-time, according to head coach Raheem Moore. If he plays, he has an extremely fantasy-friendly matchup going against Carolina. Josh Johnson has taken first team reps in practice, and will start if Freeman is out.
- A couple moves on waivers today for quarterbacks that were recently released. Donovan McNabb, released by the Vikings on Thursday, was not claimed on waivers on Friday, and his agent has not been contacted by any teams, according to ESPN's NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Other than McNabb, Sage Rosenfels, released off the NFI list by the Dolphins earlier this week, took McNabb's spot on the Vikings' 53-man roster. McNabb was released after being moved behind Joe Webb on the depth chart and in practice, according to ProFootballTalk. The Cowboys and Bears were both rumored to put in claims on McNabb, but decided to pass on the 35 year old quarterback.
- According to KCChiefs.com, Tyler Palko will start on Sunday over Kyle Orton, as expected.
Running Backs
- Adrian Peterson (ankle) did not practice and has been ruled out for this week's game against the Denver Tebows. Toby Gerhart will get his second consecutive start.
- Willis McGahee (illness) practiced today, and is listed as probable. He is fully expected to play this weekend.
- Montario Hardesty practiced today and is expects to play this week. He is listed as questionable with a calf injury.
- Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (foot) was in his first practice since October 30th on Friday. According to ESPN's John Clayton, Bradshaw "should be able to play" if he does not suffer any setbacks.
- Michael Turner (groin) returned to a full practice today, and, barring any setbacks, should start this week against the Texans.
- Beanie Wells (knee) has become a reoccurring issue for fantasy owners. He struggles to stay in practice, but his performance on Sunday pays off. This week he was at full practice on Friday, and should be good to go this week.
- Colts RB Joseph Addai did not practice and is listed as questionable.
Wide Receivers
- Miles Austin did not practice on Friday, and was ruled out for his fifth consecutive game. Laurent Robinson will get another start opposite of Dez Bryant.
- Percy Harvin (illness) did not practice on Friday. He is expected to start on Sunday, and is listed as questionable.
- Eddie Royal (toe) was limited in practice today, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game.
- Lots of news swirling around the Giants' wide receivers. Hakeem Nicks, who missed practice earlier this week with a rib injury, was a full participant in practice on Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday. Victor Cruz, who popped up on the injury report on Tuesday of this week with a hip injury, is also listed as probable. However, it is a different story for Mario Manningham, who acknowledged that his season could be in jeopardy due to a lingering knee injury on Thursday. Manningham did not practice on Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the undefeated Packers.
- Raiders wide receivers Denarius Moore (foot) and Jacoby Ford (foot) will both miss Sunday's game against the Dolphins. The two practiced on a limited basis at times this week, but, obviously, neither will be ready to go for Sunday. I like Darrius Heyward-Bey, and I ranked him like Moore and Ford would miss.
- Julio Jones returned to practice on Friday, after missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday with a hamstring injury. He was a limited participant and is listed as questionable, but is expected to play. For fantasy owners, I would stay away until he produces.
-Andre Johnson was a limited participant in practice with a knee injury, as he has been all week. He is listed as probable, and should be a go for Sunday.
Tight Ends
- Bengals TE Donald Lee, who has missed the last thee games with a foot injury, was limited in practice today and is listed as questionable.
- Once again, Buccaneers tight end Kellen Winslow did not practice for non-injury related reasons. Should be good to go on Sunday.
- Titans tight end Jared Cook suffered a concussion last week, but will be a green light on Sunday. He practiced in full on Friday.
Defense/Others
- Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (ankle) has been ruled out for week 13, and he should miss at least two more weeks with a serious ankle injury. Other than Osi on the defensive side, Mark Herzlich, who made his first NFL start last week, is also out for this week.
- Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan ruled LaRon Landry out for week 13 in Friday's press conference.
- The injury to Russel Okung's pectoral muscle is as serious as first thought: After an MRI on Friday, it was confirmed that Okung has a torn pectoral muscle and would miss the rest of the season. This is Okung's second NFL season and he was drafted with the sixth overall pick of the 2010 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma State.
- Packers linebackers Desmond Bishop and AJ Hawk were ruled out for Sunday's game. Both have calf injuries that could keep them sidelined for another week or two.
- Vikings CB Asher Allen (shoulder) was limited in practice on Friday, and is listed as questionable. Linebacker EJ Henderson also has a shoulder injury, was limited in practice and is also questionable.
- Steelers safety Troy Polamalu, who suffered "concussion-like" symptoms in last Sunday night's game, was a full participant in practice and is listed as probable.Linebacker Lamarr Woodley has missed the last three games with a hamstring injury. While being close to a return the last couple of weeks, it looks like this is the week that Woodley will return. He is listed as probable and has been a full participant in practice all week.
- Cardinals safety Kerry Rhodes was limited in practice on Friday, but is doubtful for Sunday. Linebacker Joey Porter was also limited today, and is also doubtful.
- Lions cornerback Chris Houston did not practice all week with a foot injury and is not expected to play after injuring it last week against the Packers.
- After missing the last three games with a knee injury, it is very likely that we could finally see Saints' middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma back on the field. He had a full practice on Friday, and is listed as probable.
- Buccaneers defensive tackle Brian Price is questionable for Sunday and was limited in practice on Friday. If he were to sit out, Da'Quan Bowers would start in his place.
- Josh Freeman (thumb) decision to play will go all the way up to game-time, according to head coach Raheem Moore. If he plays, he has an extremely fantasy-friendly matchup going against Carolina. Josh Johnson has taken first team reps in practice, and will start if Freeman is out.
- A couple moves on waivers today for quarterbacks that were recently released. Donovan McNabb, released by the Vikings on Thursday, was not claimed on waivers on Friday, and his agent has not been contacted by any teams, according to ESPN's NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Other than McNabb, Sage Rosenfels, released off the NFI list by the Dolphins earlier this week, took McNabb's spot on the Vikings' 53-man roster. McNabb was released after being moved behind Joe Webb on the depth chart and in practice, according to ProFootballTalk. The Cowboys and Bears were both rumored to put in claims on McNabb, but decided to pass on the 35 year old quarterback.
- According to KCChiefs.com, Tyler Palko will start on Sunday over Kyle Orton, as expected.
Running Backs
- Adrian Peterson (ankle) did not practice and has been ruled out for this week's game against the Denver Tebows. Toby Gerhart will get his second consecutive start.
- Willis McGahee (illness) practiced today, and is listed as probable. He is fully expected to play this weekend.
- Montario Hardesty practiced today and is expects to play this week. He is listed as questionable with a calf injury.
- Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw (foot) was in his first practice since October 30th on Friday. According to ESPN's John Clayton, Bradshaw "should be able to play" if he does not suffer any setbacks.
- Michael Turner (groin) returned to a full practice today, and, barring any setbacks, should start this week against the Texans.
- Beanie Wells (knee) has become a reoccurring issue for fantasy owners. He struggles to stay in practice, but his performance on Sunday pays off. This week he was at full practice on Friday, and should be good to go this week.
- Colts RB Joseph Addai did not practice and is listed as questionable.
Wide Receivers
- Miles Austin did not practice on Friday, and was ruled out for his fifth consecutive game. Laurent Robinson will get another start opposite of Dez Bryant.
- Percy Harvin (illness) did not practice on Friday. He is expected to start on Sunday, and is listed as questionable.
- Eddie Royal (toe) was limited in practice today, and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game.
- Lots of news swirling around the Giants' wide receivers. Hakeem Nicks, who missed practice earlier this week with a rib injury, was a full participant in practice on Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday. Victor Cruz, who popped up on the injury report on Tuesday of this week with a hip injury, is also listed as probable. However, it is a different story for Mario Manningham, who acknowledged that his season could be in jeopardy due to a lingering knee injury on Thursday. Manningham did not practice on Friday and is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the undefeated Packers.
- Raiders wide receivers Denarius Moore (foot) and Jacoby Ford (foot) will both miss Sunday's game against the Dolphins. The two practiced on a limited basis at times this week, but, obviously, neither will be ready to go for Sunday. I like Darrius Heyward-Bey, and I ranked him like Moore and Ford would miss.
- Julio Jones returned to practice on Friday, after missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday with a hamstring injury. He was a limited participant and is listed as questionable, but is expected to play. For fantasy owners, I would stay away until he produces.
-Andre Johnson was a limited participant in practice with a knee injury, as he has been all week. He is listed as probable, and should be a go for Sunday.
Tight Ends
- Bengals TE Donald Lee, who has missed the last thee games with a foot injury, was limited in practice today and is listed as questionable.
- Once again, Buccaneers tight end Kellen Winslow did not practice for non-injury related reasons. Should be good to go on Sunday.
- Titans tight end Jared Cook suffered a concussion last week, but will be a green light on Sunday. He practiced in full on Friday.
Defense/Others
- Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora (ankle) has been ruled out for week 13, and he should miss at least two more weeks with a serious ankle injury. Other than Osi on the defensive side, Mark Herzlich, who made his first NFL start last week, is also out for this week.
- Redskins head coach Mike Shanahan ruled LaRon Landry out for week 13 in Friday's press conference.
- The injury to Russel Okung's pectoral muscle is as serious as first thought: After an MRI on Friday, it was confirmed that Okung has a torn pectoral muscle and would miss the rest of the season. This is Okung's second NFL season and he was drafted with the sixth overall pick of the 2010 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma State.
- Packers linebackers Desmond Bishop and AJ Hawk were ruled out for Sunday's game. Both have calf injuries that could keep them sidelined for another week or two.
- Vikings CB Asher Allen (shoulder) was limited in practice on Friday, and is listed as questionable. Linebacker EJ Henderson also has a shoulder injury, was limited in practice and is also questionable.
- Steelers safety Troy Polamalu, who suffered "concussion-like" symptoms in last Sunday night's game, was a full participant in practice and is listed as probable.Linebacker Lamarr Woodley has missed the last three games with a hamstring injury. While being close to a return the last couple of weeks, it looks like this is the week that Woodley will return. He is listed as probable and has been a full participant in practice all week.
- Cardinals safety Kerry Rhodes was limited in practice on Friday, but is doubtful for Sunday. Linebacker Joey Porter was also limited today, and is also doubtful.
- Lions cornerback Chris Houston did not practice all week with a foot injury and is not expected to play after injuring it last week against the Packers.
- After missing the last three games with a knee injury, it is very likely that we could finally see Saints' middle linebacker Jonathan Vilma back on the field. He had a full practice on Friday, and is listed as probable.
- Buccaneers defensive tackle Brian Price is questionable for Sunday and was limited in practice on Friday. If he were to sit out, Da'Quan Bowers would start in his place.
December 1, 2011
It's DECEMBER: Injury Report
By: Christian Hardy
Quarterbacks
- After the Texans signed two veteran quarterbacks in the past week, the Dolphins decided to release Sage Rosenfels from the non-football illness list. I do not expect him to be claimed on waivers, but could see a team signing him after he goes through the NFL's waiver process.
- Buccaneers QB Josh Freeman (thumb on throwing hand) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice and he was never seen throwing the football. Coach Raheem Morris said that this situation will go all the way up to game-time. Freeman has a great matchup against Carolina this week, so it would be a shame, should he have to miss it. If Freeman were to miss it, Josh Johnson would be the starter at quarterback for the Bucs.
- Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Kevin Kolb (toe, foot) will start this week against the Cowboys, despite John Skelton going 3-1 as a starter.
- Sam Bradford missed practice on Thursday after suffering a setback with his injured ankle. He is "day to day", according to the Rams official Twitter account.
- Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger did not finish practice today after taking a bad snap that hit his fractured right thumb in the wrong spot. After practice he said that he is "OK".
- Former Eagles, Redskins, and now Vikings quarterback Donovan McNabb was released by the Vikings on Thursday. As of now, Leslie Frasier said he does not know a team that will take McNabb on waivers. I do know, however, that the Cowboys, who put a claim in on Kyle Orton last week, are not interested, according to multiple sources. Looks like the Vikings will stick with their rookie Christian Ponder for the rest of the year.
- According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Peyton Manning's doctor said that Manning is ready to move onto the next stage of his rehab. He also stated that his neck fusion has "achieved firm fixation." Manning is still waiting on nerve regeneration before he can return to football.
Running Backs
- The player of the day: Lesean McCoy. He was talked about all day long, leading up to Thursday Night Football, because of his sprained toe. He was listed as questionable and was determined to be a game-time decision for the game. It held up in warm ups and he was named the starter just about an hour before the game. Seattle has a tough run defense, but there is no way that I would even consider benching McCoy, not even with an injury that could limit him.
- Darren McFadden and Adrian Peterson both did not practice. They are both not expected to play this week, and their status for week 14 is in question.
- Ahmad Bradshaw did not practice and will likely miss this week's game, at the least. The foot still does not feel completely healed, and the Giants know that they have to be real careful with an injury like this; once rumored to be gone for the season. Looks like Brandon Jacobs will continue to fill in for Bradshaw, with DJ Ware taking a back seat.
- Michael Turner did not practice on Thursday, and he has not all week. His groin, that was surgically repaired in the offseason, has bothered him all season, but it has gotten worse and worse. Definitely keep an eye on Turner's status for Sunday.
- Lions running back Kevin Smith was a limited participant in practice on Thursday, but multiple beat writers reported that he ran very well on his sprained ankle.
- Cedric Benson (groin) missed practice on Thursday, but Joe Reedy, beat writer for the Bengals, said that Benson will likely be probable for Sunday.
- Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta is still down with an illness and missed practice on Thursday.
Wide Receivers
- Miles Austin was not at Thursday's practice and is not expected to play this week.
- Hakeem Nicks did not participate in Thursday's practice but is expected to be back for Friday.
- Playing opposite of Nicks, Mario Manningham also did not practice. He acknowledged that he could be done for the season due to a swollen knee that feels "weak and not stable," according to Ralph Vacchiano on Twitter. Sounds like Manningham is going to at least miss this week, and as he said, could be done for the season. It's a good thing they found another gem (Victor Cruz) in the wide receiver corps.
- Texans WR Andre Johnson was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day on Thursday with a knee injury. Johnson returned from a hamstring injury in week 12 that had kept him out for six weeks.
- Falcons rookie wide receiver Julio Jones did not practice today with a hamstring injury.
- Denarius Moore (foot) did not participate in practice. Jacoby Ford, also, did not practice.
- Patriots wide receiver (if you still call him that) Chad Ochocinco (hamstring) was limited in practice, as was WR Taylor Price.
- After missing practice on Wednesday, Victor Cruz (hip) returned to limited practice on Thursday.
- 49ers WR Braylon Edwards did not practice today with a knee injury.
Tight Ends
- Dallas Clark was ruled out for this week's game against the Patriots.
Defense/Others
- Ravens LB Ray Lewis (turf toe), you might of hear of him, sat out practice again on Thursday.
- Lions CB Chris Houston (knee) did not practice for his third consecutive day on Thursday.
- Cowboys CB Mike Jenkins and S Gerald Sensabaugh were both limited in practice on Thursday.
- Patriots S Patrick Chung was limited in practice, as was WR/DB Julian Edelmen.
- Packers LBs AJ Hawk and Desmond Bishop both did not practice, as expected, on Thursday.
Quarterbacks
- After the Texans signed two veteran quarterbacks in the past week, the Dolphins decided to release Sage Rosenfels from the non-football illness list. I do not expect him to be claimed on waivers, but could see a team signing him after he goes through the NFL's waiver process.
- Buccaneers QB Josh Freeman (thumb on throwing hand) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice and he was never seen throwing the football. Coach Raheem Morris said that this situation will go all the way up to game-time. Freeman has a great matchup against Carolina this week, so it would be a shame, should he have to miss it. If Freeman were to miss it, Josh Johnson would be the starter at quarterback for the Bucs.
- Per ESPN's Adam Schefter, Kevin Kolb (toe, foot) will start this week against the Cowboys, despite John Skelton going 3-1 as a starter.
- Sam Bradford missed practice on Thursday after suffering a setback with his injured ankle. He is "day to day", according to the Rams official Twitter account.
- Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger did not finish practice today after taking a bad snap that hit his fractured right thumb in the wrong spot. After practice he said that he is "OK".
- Former Eagles, Redskins, and now Vikings quarterback Donovan McNabb was released by the Vikings on Thursday. As of now, Leslie Frasier said he does not know a team that will take McNabb on waivers. I do know, however, that the Cowboys, who put a claim in on Kyle Orton last week, are not interested, according to multiple sources. Looks like the Vikings will stick with their rookie Christian Ponder for the rest of the year.
- According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Peyton Manning's doctor said that Manning is ready to move onto the next stage of his rehab. He also stated that his neck fusion has "achieved firm fixation." Manning is still waiting on nerve regeneration before he can return to football.
Running Backs
- The player of the day: Lesean McCoy. He was talked about all day long, leading up to Thursday Night Football, because of his sprained toe. He was listed as questionable and was determined to be a game-time decision for the game. It held up in warm ups and he was named the starter just about an hour before the game. Seattle has a tough run defense, but there is no way that I would even consider benching McCoy, not even with an injury that could limit him.
- Darren McFadden and Adrian Peterson both did not practice. They are both not expected to play this week, and their status for week 14 is in question.
- Ahmad Bradshaw did not practice and will likely miss this week's game, at the least. The foot still does not feel completely healed, and the Giants know that they have to be real careful with an injury like this; once rumored to be gone for the season. Looks like Brandon Jacobs will continue to fill in for Bradshaw, with DJ Ware taking a back seat.
- Michael Turner did not practice on Thursday, and he has not all week. His groin, that was surgically repaired in the offseason, has bothered him all season, but it has gotten worse and worse. Definitely keep an eye on Turner's status for Sunday.
- Lions running back Kevin Smith was a limited participant in practice on Thursday, but multiple beat writers reported that he ran very well on his sprained ankle.
- Cedric Benson (groin) missed practice on Thursday, but Joe Reedy, beat writer for the Bengals, said that Benson will likely be probable for Sunday.
- Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta is still down with an illness and missed practice on Thursday.
Wide Receivers
- Miles Austin was not at Thursday's practice and is not expected to play this week.
- Hakeem Nicks did not participate in Thursday's practice but is expected to be back for Friday.
- Playing opposite of Nicks, Mario Manningham also did not practice. He acknowledged that he could be done for the season due to a swollen knee that feels "weak and not stable," according to Ralph Vacchiano on Twitter. Sounds like Manningham is going to at least miss this week, and as he said, could be done for the season. It's a good thing they found another gem (Victor Cruz) in the wide receiver corps.
- Texans WR Andre Johnson was a limited participant in practice for the second consecutive day on Thursday with a knee injury. Johnson returned from a hamstring injury in week 12 that had kept him out for six weeks.
- Falcons rookie wide receiver Julio Jones did not practice today with a hamstring injury.
- Denarius Moore (foot) did not participate in practice. Jacoby Ford, also, did not practice.
- Patriots wide receiver (if you still call him that) Chad Ochocinco (hamstring) was limited in practice, as was WR Taylor Price.
- After missing practice on Wednesday, Victor Cruz (hip) returned to limited practice on Thursday.
- 49ers WR Braylon Edwards did not practice today with a knee injury.
Tight Ends
- Dallas Clark was ruled out for this week's game against the Patriots.
Defense/Others
- Ravens LB Ray Lewis (turf toe), you might of hear of him, sat out practice again on Thursday.
- Lions CB Chris Houston (knee) did not practice for his third consecutive day on Thursday.
- Cowboys CB Mike Jenkins and S Gerald Sensabaugh were both limited in practice on Thursday.
- Patriots S Patrick Chung was limited in practice, as was WR/DB Julian Edelmen.
- Packers LBs AJ Hawk and Desmond Bishop both did not practice, as expected, on Thursday.
November 30, 2011
November 30th Injury Report
By Christian Hardy
Quarterbacks
- Jay Cutler said that he could be very well done for the season. He has pins and screws in his thumb that could be removed in anywhere from 3-10 weeks. He said that he will likely miss the remainder of the season. This means that Caleb Hanie will replace Cutler as the starting quarterback for the last five weeks of this season.
- Kevin Kolb took all of the first team reps at practice today and he plans to start against the Cowboys on Sunday. John Skelton has started the last four games for the Cardinals (3-1), while Kolb has recovered from a turf toe/right foot injury.
- Michael Vick (ribs) threw the ball some in practice today, but was never able to put a helmet on. He was ruled out by head coach Andy Reid earlier today. Vince Young will get his third straight start.
- Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said that Tyler Palko will start one more game at quarterback for the Chiefs while Kyle Orton continues to learn the Chiefs' offense.
Running Backs
- Montario Hardesty did not practice today, Peyton Hillis did practice. I do not expect Hardesty today, and I did not rank him.
- Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle) did not practice today. It is unlikely that he returns to the field this week.
- Lesean McCoy (sprained toe) has been limited in practice all week and is officially listed as questionable for Thursday Night's game. Both Dion Lewis and Ronnie Brown would split carries if McCoy were to miss Thursday's game.
- Michael Turner miss practice with a groin injuries. He has had some groin injuries in the past.
- Ahmad Bradshaw is unlikely to play in week 13.
- Raiders RB Darren McFadden (foot) did not practice today. It is clear that the Raiders are going to hold him out until he is 100 percent, especially the way that their offense has been operating without him. McFadden can be considered "doubtful" for this week, as of now.
- Willis McGahee (illness) did not practice today, per Lindsay Jones.
- Adrian Peterson is not expected to play this week. He did not practice on Wednesday. Looks like Toby Gerhart will make his second consecutive start.
Wide Receivers
- According to head coach Pete Carrol, the team will place Sidney Rice (head injury) on IR. He was already ruled out for week 13, but earlier today in a press conference, Carrol said that Rice will miss the rest of the season. Doug Baldwin, Ben Obomanu and Mike Williams will take over at the wide out position. If I am picking one for my fantasy team, it is Doug Baldwin.Tough break for Rice, who has been through multiple tough injuries in his career.
- Stevie Johnson was fined $10,000 for his illegal celebration.
- Jeremy Maclin (hamstring) was ruled out for Thursday's game. This will be his third consecutive game that he has missed.
- Jaguars WR Jason Hill was waived by the team today. Hill has been speratic in his career, but has never lived up to his draft value as a third round pick by the 49ers. Only eight touchdowns in his first four season (including 2011) and he has been very disappointing this season for the Jaguars, who desperately need a playmaker who catches the ball.
- Victor Cruz was listed on the injury report today with a hip injury. Should be nothing serious, and I fully expect him to play this week. The injury is expected to "slow him down for a day", but he should be fine for this coming week.
- Jerome Simpson did not practice on Wednesday.
- Mario Manningham has some sweling in his knee. His status for Sunday is up in the air.
- Cowboys WR Miles Austin, who has missed all of November with a hamstring injury, did not practice today. Jerry Jones insists that he will play this week, but if I had to guess, I would say he is a no-go for Sunday against the Cardinals. Looks like both Laurent Robinson and Dez Bryant will stay top 20 wide receivers for at least one more week.
- Denarius Moore did not practice today, and nor did Jacoby Ford. However, Ford did do some light jogging on the side, and I think it is likely that he plays this week.
Tight Ends
- Colts TE Dallas Clark (leg) did not practice today.
- Titans TE Jared Cook (concussion) did not practice today.
Defense/Others
- Ndamukong Suh's appeal hearing will be tomorrow at 3 PM EST, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora. His initial suspension was two games without pay for his outburst against the Packers.
- Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) was ruled out for Thursday's game. He has been in and out of practice in the last two weeks, but has not yet had a full practice. Nnamdi Asomugha (knee) will be a game-time decision tomorrow and is listed as questionable.
- Packers linebackers Desmond Bishop and AJ Hawk, who both suffered calf injuries in Thursday's game against the Lions, did not practice today, will not practice Thursday, and will both be evaluated on Friday. In terms of Erik Walden who was arrested on charges of suspicion of domestic violence over the weekend, is expected to play this week according to head coach Mike McCarthy. This, all according to NFL Network's Michelle Beisner.
- Falcons' top corner Brent Grimes has been ruled out for week 13 already. It's a good thing for both TJ Yates and the rest of the Houston Texans pass game. The corners behind Grimes (Dominique Franks and Dunta Robinson) shouldn't even be able to compete with Andre Johnson this weekend.
- Osi Umenyiora is not expected to play against the Packers this week. Other than Umenyiora, OT Will Beatty was placed on Injured Reserve. Beatty underwent surgery on the retina of his right eye and is unable to return to the playing field this year. Huge blow for a Giants team that is reeling right now.
- The Chargers placed OT Marcus McNeil on injured reserve and claimed Jared Gaither who was cut by the Chiefs on Tuesday morning.
- Ray Lewis (turf toe) was the only Raven who did not participate in practice today.
Fantasy Advice
- With Sidney Rice now out for the season, Doug Baldwin is a sure pickup. Tarvaris Jackson hasn't been awful this year, and Baldwin has been a factor of this offense at times in this season. This week, taking on the depleted Eagles' secondary, he is a high-end flex option. Also look for Zach Miller to possible get in the mix with Rice out for the year.
- I don't expect Kevin Smith to play this week with an ankle sprain. The Saints defense (who go up against the Lions this week) has let up big fantasy games to running backs before, but I don't think either Maurice Morris or Keiland Williams are worth a play this week in a standard ten-team league.
- Even if Lesean McCoy were to sit out week 13 (which is unlikely), Ronnie Brown and Dion Lewis aren't even worth a roster spot. If I had to pick one, it would be Brown who I would play this week against the Seahawks. Seahawks have a very underrated run defense that allows just over three yards per carry. Don't like Brown or Lewis this week.
- Jason Hill being cut has no fantasy value to me. It might up Marcedes Lewis' value, but he has also been a disappointment this year.
- I do not expect Darren McFadden to play and did not rank him.
- Toby Gerhart against the Broncos would be a real nice play if Adrian Peterson sits out again. The Broncos allow just over 15 points per game to opposing running backs. 15 isn't all that much, but when Gerhart is getting almost every touch out of the backfield, you can't go wrong.
Quarterbacks
- Kevin Kolb took all of the first team reps at practice today and he plans to start against the Cowboys on Sunday. John Skelton has started the last four games for the Cardinals (3-1), while Kolb has recovered from a turf toe/right foot injury.
- Michael Vick (ribs) threw the ball some in practice today, but was never able to put a helmet on. He was ruled out by head coach Andy Reid earlier today. Vince Young will get his third straight start.
- Chiefs head coach Todd Haley said that Tyler Palko will start one more game at quarterback for the Chiefs while Kyle Orton continues to learn the Chiefs' offense.
Running Backs
- Montario Hardesty did not practice today, Peyton Hillis did practice. I do not expect Hardesty today, and I did not rank him.
- Lions RB Kevin Smith (ankle) did not practice today. It is unlikely that he returns to the field this week.
- Lesean McCoy (sprained toe) has been limited in practice all week and is officially listed as questionable for Thursday Night's game. Both Dion Lewis and Ronnie Brown would split carries if McCoy were to miss Thursday's game.
- Michael Turner miss practice with a groin injuries. He has had some groin injuries in the past.
- Ahmad Bradshaw is unlikely to play in week 13.
- Raiders RB Darren McFadden (foot) did not practice today. It is clear that the Raiders are going to hold him out until he is 100 percent, especially the way that their offense has been operating without him. McFadden can be considered "doubtful" for this week, as of now.
- Willis McGahee (illness) did not practice today, per Lindsay Jones.
- Adrian Peterson is not expected to play this week. He did not practice on Wednesday. Looks like Toby Gerhart will make his second consecutive start.
Wide Receivers
- According to head coach Pete Carrol, the team will place Sidney Rice (head injury) on IR. He was already ruled out for week 13, but earlier today in a press conference, Carrol said that Rice will miss the rest of the season. Doug Baldwin, Ben Obomanu and Mike Williams will take over at the wide out position. If I am picking one for my fantasy team, it is Doug Baldwin.Tough break for Rice, who has been through multiple tough injuries in his career.
- Jeremy Maclin (hamstring) was ruled out for Thursday's game. This will be his third consecutive game that he has missed.
- Jaguars WR Jason Hill was waived by the team today. Hill has been speratic in his career, but has never lived up to his draft value as a third round pick by the 49ers. Only eight touchdowns in his first four season (including 2011) and he has been very disappointing this season for the Jaguars, who desperately need a playmaker who catches the ball.
- Victor Cruz was listed on the injury report today with a hip injury. Should be nothing serious, and I fully expect him to play this week. The injury is expected to "slow him down for a day", but he should be fine for this coming week.
- Jerome Simpson did not practice on Wednesday.
- Mario Manningham has some sweling in his knee. His status for Sunday is up in the air.
- Cowboys WR Miles Austin, who has missed all of November with a hamstring injury, did not practice today. Jerry Jones insists that he will play this week, but if I had to guess, I would say he is a no-go for Sunday against the Cardinals. Looks like both Laurent Robinson and Dez Bryant will stay top 20 wide receivers for at least one more week.
- Denarius Moore did not practice today, and nor did Jacoby Ford. However, Ford did do some light jogging on the side, and I think it is likely that he plays this week.
Tight Ends
- Colts TE Dallas Clark (leg) did not practice today.
- Titans TE Jared Cook (concussion) did not practice today.
Defense/Others
- Ndamukong Suh's appeal hearing will be tomorrow at 3 PM EST, according to NFL Network's Jason La Canfora. His initial suspension was two games without pay for his outburst against the Packers.
- Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) was ruled out for Thursday's game. He has been in and out of practice in the last two weeks, but has not yet had a full practice. Nnamdi Asomugha (knee) will be a game-time decision tomorrow and is listed as questionable.
- Packers linebackers Desmond Bishop and AJ Hawk, who both suffered calf injuries in Thursday's game against the Lions, did not practice today, will not practice Thursday, and will both be evaluated on Friday. In terms of Erik Walden who was arrested on charges of suspicion of domestic violence over the weekend, is expected to play this week according to head coach Mike McCarthy. This, all according to NFL Network's Michelle Beisner.
- Osi Umenyiora is not expected to play against the Packers this week. Other than Umenyiora, OT Will Beatty was placed on Injured Reserve. Beatty underwent surgery on the retina of his right eye and is unable to return to the playing field this year. Huge blow for a Giants team that is reeling right now.
- The Chargers placed OT Marcus McNeil on injured reserve and claimed Jared Gaither who was cut by the Chiefs on Tuesday morning.
- Ray Lewis (turf toe) was the only Raven who did not participate in practice today.
Fantasy Advice
- With Sidney Rice now out for the season, Doug Baldwin is a sure pickup. Tarvaris Jackson hasn't been awful this year, and Baldwin has been a factor of this offense at times in this season. This week, taking on the depleted Eagles' secondary, he is a high-end flex option. Also look for Zach Miller to possible get in the mix with Rice out for the year.
- I don't expect Kevin Smith to play this week with an ankle sprain. The Saints defense (who go up against the Lions this week) has let up big fantasy games to running backs before, but I don't think either Maurice Morris or Keiland Williams are worth a play this week in a standard ten-team league.
- Even if Lesean McCoy were to sit out week 13 (which is unlikely), Ronnie Brown and Dion Lewis aren't even worth a roster spot. If I had to pick one, it would be Brown who I would play this week against the Seahawks. Seahawks have a very underrated run defense that allows just over three yards per carry. Don't like Brown or Lewis this week.
- Jason Hill being cut has no fantasy value to me. It might up Marcedes Lewis' value, but he has also been a disappointment this year.
- I do not expect Darren McFadden to play and did not rank him.
- Toby Gerhart against the Broncos would be a real nice play if Adrian Peterson sits out again. The Broncos allow just over 15 points per game to opposing running backs. 15 isn't all that much, but when Gerhart is getting almost every touch out of the backfield, you can't go wrong.
November 25, 2011
Injury Report for November 25th
By Christian Hardy
Quarterbacks
- Matthew Hasselbeck (elbow) is listed as probable. Head coach Mike Munchak and Hasselbeck himself say that he will play this week.
- Michael Vick did not practice on Friday, and he is not expected to play against the Patriots. He is listed as questionable.
- Signs point to John Skelton, not Kevin Kolb (toe), starting at quarterback for the Cardinals.
Running Backs
- Lots of news on Vikings RB Adrian Peterson today. We first found out that he "expected" to play this week, which proved to be false. We later found that he got the boot off and did some very light drills before practice, and then went into the locker room for treatment and never practiced with the team. Leslie Frazier said that Peterson is "very, very doubtful" for week 12. He is listed out doubtful on the NFL official injury report, and he is not expected to play at this point.
- Colts running back Joseph Addai is iffy for this Sunday, if you ask me. He was in full practice today, but the hamstring injury seems to be very tedious. He is listed as "questionable" and he will not be in my rankings. You definitely do not want him in your lineup, nor do you want Donald Brown or Delone Carter in your lineup. (Unless, of course, Addai is ruled out on Sunday. It is a very freindly matchup against the Panthers this week.
- Browns RB Peyton Hillis has missed the last five games with a hamstring injury, including aggravating the hamstring in practice about three weeks ago. Earlier in the week, the Browns ruled Hillis out for week 12, but, after two "rigorous" workouts on both Thursday and Friday, he has now been ruled a "game-time" decision. If I were you, I would stay away from all Browns running backs if Hillis is active. If he is inactive, then Montario Hardesty would become a nice flex play, but Pat Shurmur said that none of the Browns' running backs are going to get a full workload.
- After being deemed out for 2-5 weeks, Lions running back Kevin Smith was found to have a very mild ankle sprain and could be back in week 13. This is good news for the Lions, as Smith has looked better than ever in these past couple of games.
- Another reason Kevin Smith returning is good news for the Lions? Jahvid Best, who has missed the majority of the season with a concussion, was/will be placed on injured reserve, according to multiple sources, including head coach Jim Schwartz. Hopefully, Best can return concussion-free next year.
- After missing both Wednesday and Thursday with swelling in the knee, Chargers running back Ryan Mathews practiced on Friday, and is expected to play this week.
- Ahmad Bradshaw missed practice on Friday, but Tom Coughlin said that "there's hope" for Bradshaw to play on Monday Night. We will see, but in the meantime, make sure to keep Brandon Jacobs and Bradshaw out of your lineup.
- Raiders RB Darren McFadden has been ruled out with a foot injury. According to Jason La Canfora, he could miss two more games.
Wide Receivers
- Julio Jones (hamstring) practiced on Friday and is expected to play on Sunday. He is listed as probable.
- Andre Johnson practiced, as he did all week long, and is expected to make a return to the playing field this week. He is listed as probable.
- The Raiders ruled out Jacoby Ford (foot) on Friday. Both Darrius Heyward-Bey (neck) and Denarius Moore (foot) are listed as questionable for Sunday.
- For the second consecutive day, DeSean Jackson practiced. On the other side of the field, Jeremy Maclin (hamstring, shoulder) did not practice for his second consecutive day, and is listed as doubtful for this week.
- Cowboys' owner Jerry Jones (reliable as he is, not) said that Miles Austin is questionable for week 13. Austin has missed the past three weeks with a hamstring injury, but Laurent Robinson has done just fine filling in for him, and the Cowboys are 3-0 without him on the field.
-To go along with the other probable wide receivers, AJ Green, who missed week 11, is listed as probable with a knee injury. He has practiced in full all week long, and is expected to play.
- Mario Manningham did not practice for the third consecutive day with a knee injury, but he seemed optimistic about playing when reporters talked to him, according to sources.
- The Chargers ruled out Malcom Floyd (hip) after he did not practice all week.
- Percy Harvin is listed as questionable after a limited practice on Friday with a rib injury.
- Seahawks wide receivers Sidney Rice and Doug Baldwin are listed as probable for week 12.
Tight Ends
- For the third straight week, Kellen Winslow did not practice on Friday for non-injury related reasons according to the NFL Injury Report. Just something I wanted to point out, I guess.
- Vikings TE Visanthe Shiancoe practiced on Friday and is tenatively expected to play on Sunday. He is listed as questionable on the official injury report.
- Colts TE Dallas Clark was ruled out on Friday with a leg injury (fibula). This will be his second game that he has missed, consecutively with his injury.
Defense/Others
- Bills kicker Rian Lindell (shoulder) is out again for the Bills. Dave Rayner will continue to kick.
- Steelers LB Lamarr Woodley is expected to miss a third straight game with a hamstring injury. Not only is Woodley expected to be out, but James Harrison was limited in practice with a back injury. However, Harrison is expected to play.
- Eagles CB Nnamdi Asomugha missed practice with a hyperextended knee on Friday, and he will most likely be a game-time decision. On the bright side, CB Dominque Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) returned to a limited practice on Friday and is going to be a game time decision. Then against OT King Dunlap was ruled out by head coach Andy Reid on Friday.
- Buccaneers rookie defensive end Da'Quan Bowers is expected to make his first NFL start on Sunday. Bucs DE Michael Bennett has a nagging hamstring injury that will likely keep him out this week, which means that Bowers, who free-falled all the way to the Bucs at 51st pick overall (second round) in this year's draft, will most likely make his first start on Sunday. Definitely something that I will be watching, and you should too.
Quarterbacks
- Matthew Hasselbeck (elbow) is listed as probable. Head coach Mike Munchak and Hasselbeck himself say that he will play this week.
- Michael Vick did not practice on Friday, and he is not expected to play against the Patriots. He is listed as questionable.
- Signs point to John Skelton, not Kevin Kolb (toe), starting at quarterback for the Cardinals.
Running Backs
- Lots of news on Vikings RB Adrian Peterson today. We first found out that he "expected" to play this week, which proved to be false. We later found that he got the boot off and did some very light drills before practice, and then went into the locker room for treatment and never practiced with the team. Leslie Frazier said that Peterson is "very, very doubtful" for week 12. He is listed out doubtful on the NFL official injury report, and he is not expected to play at this point.
- Colts running back Joseph Addai is iffy for this Sunday, if you ask me. He was in full practice today, but the hamstring injury seems to be very tedious. He is listed as "questionable" and he will not be in my rankings. You definitely do not want him in your lineup, nor do you want Donald Brown or Delone Carter in your lineup. (Unless, of course, Addai is ruled out on Sunday. It is a very freindly matchup against the Panthers this week.
- Browns RB Peyton Hillis has missed the last five games with a hamstring injury, including aggravating the hamstring in practice about three weeks ago. Earlier in the week, the Browns ruled Hillis out for week 12, but, after two "rigorous" workouts on both Thursday and Friday, he has now been ruled a "game-time" decision. If I were you, I would stay away from all Browns running backs if Hillis is active. If he is inactive, then Montario Hardesty would become a nice flex play, but Pat Shurmur said that none of the Browns' running backs are going to get a full workload.
- After being deemed out for 2-5 weeks, Lions running back Kevin Smith was found to have a very mild ankle sprain and could be back in week 13. This is good news for the Lions, as Smith has looked better than ever in these past couple of games.
- Another reason Kevin Smith returning is good news for the Lions? Jahvid Best, who has missed the majority of the season with a concussion, was/will be placed on injured reserve, according to multiple sources, including head coach Jim Schwartz. Hopefully, Best can return concussion-free next year.
- After missing both Wednesday and Thursday with swelling in the knee, Chargers running back Ryan Mathews practiced on Friday, and is expected to play this week.
- Ahmad Bradshaw missed practice on Friday, but Tom Coughlin said that "there's hope" for Bradshaw to play on Monday Night. We will see, but in the meantime, make sure to keep Brandon Jacobs and Bradshaw out of your lineup.
- Raiders RB Darren McFadden has been ruled out with a foot injury. According to Jason La Canfora, he could miss two more games.
Wide Receivers
- Julio Jones (hamstring) practiced on Friday and is expected to play on Sunday. He is listed as probable.
- Andre Johnson practiced, as he did all week long, and is expected to make a return to the playing field this week. He is listed as probable.
- The Raiders ruled out Jacoby Ford (foot) on Friday. Both Darrius Heyward-Bey (neck) and Denarius Moore (foot) are listed as questionable for Sunday.
- For the second consecutive day, DeSean Jackson practiced. On the other side of the field, Jeremy Maclin (hamstring, shoulder) did not practice for his second consecutive day, and is listed as doubtful for this week.
- Cowboys' owner Jerry Jones (reliable as he is, not) said that Miles Austin is questionable for week 13. Austin has missed the past three weeks with a hamstring injury, but Laurent Robinson has done just fine filling in for him, and the Cowboys are 3-0 without him on the field.
-To go along with the other probable wide receivers, AJ Green, who missed week 11, is listed as probable with a knee injury. He has practiced in full all week long, and is expected to play.
- Mario Manningham did not practice for the third consecutive day with a knee injury, but he seemed optimistic about playing when reporters talked to him, according to sources.
- The Chargers ruled out Malcom Floyd (hip) after he did not practice all week.
- Percy Harvin is listed as questionable after a limited practice on Friday with a rib injury.
- Seahawks wide receivers Sidney Rice and Doug Baldwin are listed as probable for week 12.
Tight Ends
- For the third straight week, Kellen Winslow did not practice on Friday for non-injury related reasons according to the NFL Injury Report. Just something I wanted to point out, I guess.
- Vikings TE Visanthe Shiancoe practiced on Friday and is tenatively expected to play on Sunday. He is listed as questionable on the official injury report.
- Colts TE Dallas Clark was ruled out on Friday with a leg injury (fibula). This will be his second game that he has missed, consecutively with his injury.
Defense/Others
- Bills kicker Rian Lindell (shoulder) is out again for the Bills. Dave Rayner will continue to kick.
- Steelers LB Lamarr Woodley is expected to miss a third straight game with a hamstring injury. Not only is Woodley expected to be out, but James Harrison was limited in practice with a back injury. However, Harrison is expected to play.
- Eagles CB Nnamdi Asomugha missed practice with a hyperextended knee on Friday, and he will most likely be a game-time decision. On the bright side, CB Dominque Rodgers-Cromartie (ankle) returned to a limited practice on Friday and is going to be a game time decision. Then against OT King Dunlap was ruled out by head coach Andy Reid on Friday.
- Buccaneers rookie defensive end Da'Quan Bowers is expected to make his first NFL start on Sunday. Bucs DE Michael Bennett has a nagging hamstring injury that will likely keep him out this week, which means that Bowers, who free-falled all the way to the Bucs at 51st pick overall (second round) in this year's draft, will most likely make his first start on Sunday. Definitely something that I will be watching, and you should too.
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