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HOU More Passes For Walter W/ Daniels Out

11/07/2009 2:58 PM - 

Matt Schaub said he "could see WR Kevin Walter catching more balls" with Owen Daniels out for the season.

SOURCE: HOUSTON CHRONICLE


Analysis: 

Schaub praised Walter for his willingness to go over the middle and his hands, but said that a bunch of guys are going to get more looks. Walter had six targets last week

MIA Coach Gaining Confidence In Brown’s Arm

11/07/2009 2:38 PM - 

Dolphins coach Tony Sparano said he’s gaining confidence in Ronnie Brown’s ability to throw the ball out of the Wildcat.

SOURCE: SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL


Analysis: 

This is the next step in the evolution of the Wildcat, as Brown must be able to throw out of it in order to keep the secondary honest.

BAL McGahee To See More Touches?

11/07/2009 2:32 PM - 

ESPN’s James Walker speculates that RB Willis McGahee will see more touches when the weather turns for the worse.

SOURCE: ESPN.COM


Analysis: 

Ray Rice is playing too well to come off the field at any point, so it’s all talk as of this moment.

IND Brown Expected To Go Against Texans

11/07/2009 1:25 PM - 

Beat writer Phillip B. Wilson expects Colts RB Donald Brown to play on Sunday against the Texans.

SOURCE: PROFOOTBALLTALK.COM


Analysis: 

Brown practiced on Wednesday and Thursday before being given Friday off. Regardless, there’s no guarantees here, so make sure to check the inactives Sunday morning.

OAK McFadden To Return Week 10

11/07/2009 12:15 PM - 

Oakland Raiders RB Darren
McFadden
is expected to return for the team’s Week 10 game.

SOURCE: ANG NEWSPAPERS


Analysis: 

McFadden is a suspect start even when healthy, so don’t expect the world to turn upside down once he’s back in the lineup.

SDC Center Hardwick Will Not Play Week 9

11/07/2009 12:04 PM - 

Chargers Center Nick Hardwick won’t play on Sunday at the New York Giants but may return for Week 10 at Philadelphia.

SOURCE: ESPN.COM


Analysis: 

Hardwick resumed practicing with the first-team offense earlier in the week and there was a chance he would play on Sunday, but coach Norv Turner isn’t going to push him.

GBP Crosby Struggling From Long Range

11/07/2009 11:18 AM - 

Green Bay Packers PK Mason Crosby has struggled on longer field goals this season.

SOURCE: GREEN BAY PRESS-GAZETTE


Analysis: 

Crosby is 1-for-4 on field goals of 50 yards or more, and he has also missed a field goal from 49 yards this year. Crosby is 7-for-15 in his career on field goals of 50 yards or longer.

NYG Aaron Rouse To Start In Place Of CC Brown

11/07/2009 10:15 AM - 

Coach Tom Coughlin confirmed on Friday that Aaron Rouse will start at free safety in place of the struggling C.C. Brown.

SOURCE: NEWARK STAR-LEDGER


Analysis: 

Brown has struggled mightily with the deep ball and was constantly biting on play action. This isn’t too much of an upgrade however, as Rouse is also a liability in coverage.

DET Lions To Rotate LBs Levy And Sims

11/07/2009 10:06 AM - 

The Detroit Lions are expected to
continue rotating LB Ernie Sims and LB DeAndre Levy Week 9 but playing
time could be determined on who is playing better.

SOURCE: MLIVE.COM


Analysis: 

Sims performed well late in the team’s Week 8 game and drew some high praise from defensive coordinator Gunther Cunningham.

SDC Dobbins Will Not Play Week 9

11/07/2009 9:59 AM - 

San Diego Chargers LB Tim Dobbins is listed as doubtful for Week 9 and will not play in the team’s game.

SOURCE: GIANTS.COM


Analysis: 

Brandon Siler should see some reps with Dobbins out and Kevin Burnett questionable.

ARZ Boldin Expected To Play

11/07/2009 1:03 AM - 

Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin is expected to play this weekend despite suffering from a high ankle sprain.

SOURCE: PRO FOOTBALL TALK


Analysis: 

No matter how healthy he claims to be, I’m not suggesting this is a good week to start him. I’d definitely look for other options if I have them.

DET Calvin Johnson Limited In Practice

11/06/2009 9:32 PM - 

Lions WR Calvin Johnson was "limited" in the team’s Friday practice.

SOURCE: DETROIT FREE PRESS


Analysis: 

Observers of the workout were impressed by Johnson’s speed and fluidity on the practice field, so there’s a possibility that he may start Sunday.

NOR Hartley Injured On Practice Field

11/06/2009 9:29 PM - 

Saints K Garrett Hartley injured his foot on the practice field this week and is listed as doubtful for Week 9.

SOURCE: NEW ORLEANS TIMES-PICAYUNE


Analysis: 

Keep starting John Carney until further notice.

SEA Hasselbeck Returns To Full Practice

11/06/2009 9:06 PM - 

Seahawks QB Matt Hasselbeck is listed as probable for the team’s Week 9 game against the Lions.

SOURCE: THE SEATTLE TIMES


Analysis: 

Hasselbeck was limited earlier in the week, but returned to a full practice on Friday. He is a good start with a favorable matchup against a terrible Lions secondary.

MIA DT Ferguson Doubtful For Week 9

11/06/2009 9:04 PM - 

Dolphins NT Jason Ferguson is listed as doubtful for Week 9 against the Patriots.

SOURCE: ASSOCIATED PRESS


Analysis: 

Nice little upgrade here for Laurence Maroney owners but don’t expect anything ground breaking.

IND Donald Brown Back On Injury Report

11/06/2009 8:58 PM - 

Colts RB Donald Brown was added to the team’s Week 9 injury report as "questionable" after missing Friday’s practice.

SOURCE: COLTS.COM


Analysis: 

Brown was a full participant on both Wednesday and Thursday but now looks to be a game-time decision this Sunday. Have a good backup plan in place for this situation.

JAC Mathis Probably For Week 9

11/06/2009 8:48 PM - 

Jacksonville Jaguars CB Rashean Mathis fully participated in
practice Friday and is
expected to play week 9.

SOURCE: JAGUARS.COM


Analysis: 

The veteran looks like a go against the Chiefs this Sunday, so he’s safe to start in IDP leagues.

DEN Broncos Sign Veteran Ty Law

11/06/2009 8:36 PM - 

Broncos agreed to terms with veteran DB Ty Law, formerly of the Jets.

SOURCE: ESPN.COM


Analysis: 

Law is 35 and doesn’t have a whole lot left in the tank but Denver’s secondary is very thin. Don’t expect him to be active Monday Night.

CHI Hester Questionable For Week 9

11/06/2009 7:57 PM - 

Bears WR Devin Hester’s practice participation
Friday was "limited." He’s listed as questionable for Week 9.

SOURCE: CHICAGO SUN-TIMES


Analysis: 

Brad Biggs of the Chicago Sun Times report that Hester will be active against the Cardinals.

MIA Coach “On The Fence” About Crowder

11/06/2009 7:40 PM - 

Dolphins coach Tony Sparano is "on the fence" regarding LB Channing Crowder’s status for Week 9.

SOURCE: TWITTER.COM/OMARKELLY


Analysis: 

Crowder will be a game-day call, but is listed as doubtful and most likely will not be in pads.


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