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Jason Campbell QB, Washington Redskins 11/13/09, Time: 10:58 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Campbell (ankle) participated fully in Thursday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
Campbell should be ready to go for Sunday's game against Denver, but he is not a good fantasy option. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ladell Betts RB, Washington Redskins 11/13/09, Time: 10:45 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Washington Post, Redskins' head coach confirmed that Betts (ankle) is expected to start on Sunday against Denver despite the fact he has not practiced fully yet this week. |
| Analysis: |
Betts could practice in full on Friday, but it looks like he will start regardless. He has been a popular waiver wire addition this week, but a tough matchup against the Broncos behind a reshuffled offensive line does not make him a high-end fantasy option. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Albert Haynesworth DT, Washington Redskins 11/12/09, Time: 5:30 pm |
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According to Pro Football Talk.com, Haynesworth was fined $7,500 for his role in the incident on the Falcons' sideline during Week 9's game. |
| Analysis: |
Haynesworth has not been suspended, so no worries for those that own him in IDP leagues. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Aaron Ross DB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/12/09, Time: 5:21 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Ralph Vacchiano of the NY Daily News, Ross (right hamstring) returned to practice on Wednesday and made it through without any setbacks. |
| Analysis: |
The Giants have a bye this week, but Ross could be on track to return for Week 11 against Atlanta. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ladell Betts RB, Washington Redskins 11/12/09, Time: 4:52 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to Rick Maese of the Washington Post, via Twitter, Betts (ankle) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
With Clinton Portis (concussion) now officially out for Sunday's game against Denver, Betts will start but is not a high-end fantasy option running behind a banged up offensive line. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Clinton Portis RB, Washington Redskins 11/12/09, Time: 4:36 pm |
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Out |
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| News: |
According to Ryan Halloran of the Washington Times, via Twitter , Portis (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Denver. |
| Analysis: |
This is the smart move, given the fact Portis appeared to suffer a pretty serious concussion in Week 9 against Atlanta. Ladell Betts is likely to start in his place. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Hakeem Nicks WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/12/09, Time: 11:47 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Nicks (undisclosed) did not practice on Wednesday. |
| Analysis: |
No reason was given for Nicks' absence, but since the Giants are on a bye week this does not seem to be a big concern. (SportsBuff.com0 |
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Clinton Portis RB, Washington Redskins 11/11/09, Time: 7:57 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Rick Maese of the Washington Post, via Twitter, Portis (concussion) did not pracgtice on Wednesday. |
| Analysis: |
This was expected, and Portis may not practice all week. His status for Sunday against Denver is very up in the air. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Gerris Wilkinson LB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/11/09, Time: 11:07 am |
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Out |
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| News: |
According to Ralph Vacchiano of the NY Daily News, via Twitter, Wilkinson (wrist) has been placed on IR, ending his 2009 season. |
| Analysis: |
Losing Wilkinson depletes the Giants' LB depth some, but he was not a player who made a big impact. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Clinton Portis RB, Washington Redskins 11/11/09, Time: 10:39 am |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Rick Maese of the Washington Post, Portis (concussion) said on Tuesday that he'll play this week if he can. |
| Analysis: |
Portis cited having to "fight back and forth with doctors and coaches" to play against Denver, his former team, on Sunday. The team may choose to sit him out this week, in which case Ladell Betts would start in his place. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Jason Campbell QB, Washington Redskins 11/10/09, Time: 11:46 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Washington Times, Campbell (ankle) suffered a mild ankle sprain against Atlanta in Week 9, but is expected to be fine for this Sunday against Denver. |
| Analysis: |
Campbell actually appeared to have suffered an ankle injury in Week 7 against Philadelphia, so this could be an aggravation of that issue. He is under pressure more and more behind a Redskins' offensive line that is banged up and has players shifting positions. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ladell Betts RB, Washington Redskins 11/10/09, Time: 11:27 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Associated Press, Betts (ankle) has a sprained ankle but is still expected to start if Clinton Portis (concussion) is out this Sunday against Denver. |
| Analysis: |
Betts is sure to be a hot waiver wire pickup this week with Portis looking "iffy" for Sunday's game. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Fred Davis TE, Washington Redskins 11/09/09, Time: 11:04 am |
| News: |
Davis had two receptions for 26 yards in Washington's loss to Atlanta on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Davis was popular waiver wire pickup last week with Chris Cooley (right leg) out. The struggling Redskins' offense will limit his fantasy upside for as long as he is starting. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ladell Betts RB, Washington Redskins 11/09/09, Time: 10:57 am |
| News: |
Betts had 15 carries for 70 yards and a touchdown along with one reception for 23 yards in the Redskins' loss to the Falcons on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Clinton Portis left the game very early with a concussion, and Betts was fairly productive in his stead. He would start next week against Denver if Portis can't go. (SportsBuff.com0 |
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Jason Campbell QB, Washington Redskins 11/09/09, Time: 10:55 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Campbell (ankle/chest) left Sunday's game against Atlanta on two separate occassions, but returned both times. He went 15-for-22 for 196 yards with a touchdown and an interception and also had 40 rushing yards in the game. |
| Analysis: |
Campbell was sacked five times in the game,and was under constant pressure. With a banged up offensive line and a overall lack of consistent playmakers around him, it will be hard for Campbell to be productive. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Kevin Boss TE, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/09/09, Time: 10:47 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Boss (right ankle) had two catches for 17 yards and a touchdown in the Giants' loss to San Diego on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Boss has caught a touchdown in two straight games, but is not a high-end fantasy tight end. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Mario Manningham WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/09/09, Time: 10:44 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Manningham (shoulder) had six receptions for 52 yards in the Giants' 21-20 loss to the Chargers on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Manningham was active for Sunday's game, and was reasonably productive. He will use the bye week this week to hopefully get 100% healthy. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Steve Smith WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/09/09, Time: 10:41 am |
| News: |
Smith had eight catches for 67 yards and a touchdown in the Giants' loss to the Chargers on Sunday. |
| Analysis: |
Smith has put up solid reception totals the last two weeks after a dismal stretch. The Giants have a bye in Week 10, and return to action against Atlanta in Week 11. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Clinton Portis RB, Washington Redskins 11/08/09, Time: 10:21 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to the Washington Post, Redskins' head coach Jim Zorn confirmed that Portis was "knocked out" during Sunday's game against Atlanta. |
| Analysis: |
Portis had just one carry for four yards before his day was done. His status for Week 10 against Denver is unknown, but Zorn said he plans to be "cautious" with him. Ladell Betts would start if he can't go. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Kevin Boss TE, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 9:01 pm |
| News: |
Boss (ankle) is listed as probable for this week's game against San Diego. |
| Analysis: |
It was assumed that Boss would pick a bigger portion of the slack when the Giants parted ways with Plaxico Burress, but that hasn't been the case. He's not even a good play against San Diego, a team that often presents favorable matchups for opposing tight ends. (Sportsbuff.com) |
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Eli Manning QB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 3:56 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to Pat Hanlon of Giants.com, Manning (right foot) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against San Diego. |
| Analysis: |
Manning has said that this injury is not a factor in his poor play of late, but that is hard to believe. Hopefully he gets things turned around soon, one way or another. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Aaron Rouse QB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 2:23 pm |
| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Rouse worked as the first-team FS in Friday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
It seems likely that Rouse will replace C.C. Brown on Sunday against San Diego, but he is really not much of an upgrade. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 2:19 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Updating a previous item, according to the Newark Star Ledger, Bradshaw (right foot/ankle) practiced on Friday. |
| Analysis: |
Bradshaw missed Wednesday and Thursday's practice sessions, but look to be ready to for Sunday's game against a struggling San Diego run defense. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Michael Boley LB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 12:28 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the NY Post, Boley (right knee) has had no setbacks this week in practice and should be ready to go for Sunday against San Diego. |
| Analysis: |
Boley had surgery to repair a torn meniscus in the knee after injuring himself in Week 4. His pass-rushing ability should help a struggling Giants' secondary. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Brandon Jacobs RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 12:14 pm |
| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Jacobs said, regarding a 100-yard rushing game, "if anyone is due for one, it's definitely me." |
| Analysis: |
Jacobs has a decent chance to have a very productive day on Sunday against San Diego, who has struggled stopping the run this season. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/06/09, Time: 10:35 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Bradshaw (right foot/ankle) did not practice on Thursday. |
| Analysis: |
Bradshaw is trying to play with a cracked fifth metatarsal in his right foot, so the team is likely just holding him out to cut down the risk of a break that could end his seasn. He may be able to practice on Friday, and is expected to play on Sunday against San Diego. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Kevin Boss TE, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/05/09, Time: 11:36 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Boss (right ankle) was limited in Thursday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
Boss should be ready to go for Sunday against San Diego, but is worth consideration only as a bye week fill-in. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Cooley TE, Washington Redskins 11/05/09, Time: 2:22 pm |
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Out |
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| News: |
Updating a previous item, according to the Washington Times, the best-case scenario for Cooley (right ankle/leg) to make his return is Week 12 against Philadelphia. |
| Analysis: |
There is some concern that Cooley could be placed on IR, which would obviously end his season. Fred Davis will take his place while he is out, however long that may be, and is worthy of being picked up in most fantasy leagues. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Mario Manningham WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/05/09, Time: 2:18 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the NY Daily News, Manningham (shoulder) was at Giants' practice on Thursday. |
| Analysis: |
Manningham looks likely to play this week against San Diego after missing Week 8 against Philadelphia. But since he is likely to lose time to rookie Hakeem Nicks, he is not a strong fantasy play. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Levi Jones T, Washington Redskins 11/05/09, Time: 11:41 am |
| News: |
According to the Washington Times, Jones may start at LT for the Redskins on Sunday against Atlanta. |
| Analysis: |
Jones would take the place of Chrus Samuels (neck) who is out for the season. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Canty DE, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/05/09, Time: 11:33 am |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Giants.com, Canty (calf) was limited in Wednesday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
Canty could return this week against San Diego. He has not played since Week 1. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Michael Boley LB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/05/09, Time: 11:27 am |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Boley (right knee) practiced in a limited capacity on Wednesday. |
| Analysis: |
Boley could return this week against San Diego. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Cooley TE, Washington Redskins 11/05/09, Time: 10:03 am |
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Out |
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| News: |
According to the Washington Post, Cooley (right leg) is scheduled for a follow-up evaluation of his right leg next Monday. |
| Analysis: |
Cooley admitted that he's "not really getting around so well", perhaps infering that the four week recovery timetable that was announced after his surgery may have been a little aggressive. In any case, he will be out for awhile, which opens the door for Fred Davis to be the Redskins' starting TE in his absence. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/04/09, Time: 8:31 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to Giants.com, Bradshaw (right foot/ankle) was given Wednesday's practice off. |
| Analysis: |
The Giants are probably trying to limit Bradshaw's practice reps since he is playing with a cracked fifth metatarsal. He is worth some fantasy consideration this week against the 27th-ranked Chargers' run defense. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Kevin Boss TE, N.Y. Giants Giants 11/04/09, Time: 8:21 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to Giants.com, Boss (right ankle) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
Boss should be ready to go for this week against San Diego, but isn't a great fantasy option as he may be used heavily as a blocker to help the Giants' offensive tackles deal with Chargers' OLBs Shawne Merriman, Larry English and Shaun Phillips. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Jason Campbell QB, Washington Redskins 11/04/09, Time: 8:01 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Campbell (right ankle) participated fully in Wednesday's practice and is not on the Redskins' injury report. |
| Analysis: |
Campbell injured the ankle during the Redskins' Week 7 loss to Philadelphia, but appears to have used the bye week to get healthy. He could be a sneaky fantasy play this week against a struggling Atlanta secondary. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Fred Davis TE, Washington Redskins 11/03/09, Time: 11:24 am |
| News: |
According to the Washington Post, Davis stayed in Washington with tight ends coach Scott Wachenheim during the Redskins' bye week to work on blocking. |
| Analysis: |
Davis will be Washington's primary TE while Chris Cooley (right leg) is out, and could be worth adding if you are a Cooley owner or are in need of a TE. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Hakeem Nicks WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/30/09, Time: 3:52 pm |
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Hot |
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| News: |
According to NY Newsday, Nicks practiced with the first-team offense during a portion of Friday's practice. |
| Analysis: |
With Mario Manningham (shoulder) questionable for Sunday's game against Philadelphia, Nicks could be in line for significant playing time this week. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Mario Manningham WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/30/09, Time: 3:28 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Ralph Vacchiano of the NY Daily News, in an update of a previous item, Giants' head coach Tom Coughlin announced on Friday that Manningham (shoulder) hurt his shoulder late in Thursday's practice and is questionable for Sunday's game against Philadelphia. |
| Analysis: |
Rookie Hakeem Nicks would take on a larger role if Manningham is out. Expect him to be a game-time decision this week, and he is not a strong fantasy option even if he is able to go. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Mario Manningham WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/30/09, Time: 1:31 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Manningham missed Friday's practice with an undisclosed injury. |
| Analysis: |
We should get an update later Friday on Manningham's status, but he has been plagued by drops lately and is losing time to rookie Hakeem Nicks. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/30/09, Time: 1:28 pm |
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Probable |
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| News: |
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Bradshaw (right foot/ankle) practiced on Friday and is expected to play on Sunday against Philadelphia. |
| Analysis: |
An orthopedic specialist found that Bradshaw has a cracked fifth metatarsal in his right foot, but he will attempt to play through it even though he risks a season-ending injury if the bone becomes fully broken. Bradshaw is not a good fantasy option this week. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/29/09, Time: 5:20 pm |
| News: |
Bradshaw has a broken bone in his foot, but will attempt to forego surgery and play through the pain. |
| Analysis: |
What's with the Giants and foot injuries lately? Bradshaw's effectiveness will come down to how much he can stand the pain and whether or not the injury worsens, but Brandon Jacobs should see more work going forward. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/29/09, Time: 3:32 pm |
| Status: |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Updating a previous report, according to Mike Garafolo of the Newark Star Ledger via Twitter, Bradshaw (right foot) has a cracked fifth metatarsal in his right foot. |
| Analysis: |
Bradshaw will attempt to play through the injury, which is a risk since he would require surgery if it breaks all the way. He will likely continue to not practice much, if at all, during the week and then play on Sundays. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Ahmad Bradshaw RB, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/29/09, Time: 1:53 pm |
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Questionable |
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| News: |
According to Mike Garafolo of the Newark Star Ledger, via Twitter, Bradshaw (right ankle) was back at the Giants' practice facility on Thursday. |
| Analysis: |
Bradshaw visited a specialist on Wednesday, so the fact that he is back with the team is a good sign. He has followed a routine of not practicing much during the week and then playing on Sundays, which should continue barring any setbacks. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Eli Manning QB, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/28/09, Time: 11:25 am |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the NY Post, Manning (right foot) said his foot injury is not effecting his accuracy. |
| Analysis: |
Manning threw three interceptions last week against Arizona, and things will not get any easier this week against Philadelphia. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Chris Cooley TE, Washington Redskins 10/27/09, Time: 3:44 pm |
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Out |
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| News: |
Updating a previous item, according to the Washington Post, Cooley (right leg) has a "chip" on the bottom of his right tibia. |
| Analysis: |
ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Cooley will undergo surgery which will end his 2009 season, and Reskins' head coach Jim Zorn cofirmed that he is likely headed for IR. Second-year man Fred Davis will replace Cooley as the Redskins' starting TE when they return to action in Week 9 against Atlanta. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Jason Campbell QB, Washington Redskins 10/27/09, Time: 12:54 pm |
| Status: |
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Probable |
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| News: |
Campbell (right ankle) suffered a sprained right ankle during Monday night's game against Philadelphia, which limited his mobility. |
| Analysis: |
The Redskins have a bye in Week 8, so Campbell should be ready to go for Week 9 against Atlanta. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Kevin Boss TE, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/27/09, Time: 11:08 am |
| Status: |
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Probable |
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| News: |
According to the Newark Star Ledger, Boss said he had some "general soreness" in his head and neck region after taking a big hit from Arizona safety Antrel Rolle after making a catch in last Sunday night's game. |
| Analysis: |
Boss should be ready to go for Week 8 against Philadelphia, but he is not really a good fantasy option at this point (14 receptions for 196 yards so far this season). |
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Chris Cooley TE, Washington Redskins 10/26/09, Time: 1:53 am |
| Status: |
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Out |
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| News: |
Cooley (right ankle) suffered a broken right ankle in Monday night's loss to Philadelphia and is out indefinitely. |
| Analysis: |
Earlier reports suggested that Cooley is done for the season, but Redskins' head coach Jim Zorn only said he would be out for some time. Cooley's fantasy owners need to find a replacement immediately. (SportsBuff.com) |
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Steve Smith WR, N.Y. Giants Giants 10/26/09, Time: 11:32 am |
| News: |
Smith had four receptions for 69 yards in New York's loss to Arizona on Sunday night. |
| Analysis: |
Smith did not have a catch until the second half of the game, and he has eight catches in the last two games. He had two games with double digit catches earlier in the season, but don't expect him to get close to that kind of production until the Giants' offense gets back in sync. (SportsBuff.com) |
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