FSH: David's Daily Digest
Fantasy News
EARTH-SHAKERS! PLAY-MAKERS! GAME-BREAKERS!
Kitna expected to be game-time...
...the Lions quarterback is nursing a sore back and according to the Detroit Free Press it sounds like back up Dan Orlovsky is likely to start Sunday. With the change at QB, you would have to downgrade both Lion's receiver's Williams and Johnson (who was limited in practice, but expected to be available on Sunday). The Lions will face the Vikings this Sunday, which normally could be a good matchup in the secondary, but this week could get ugly. Unless Kitna plays, it could be wise to pass on Megatron and Roy.
Mike Walker could miss Week 6...
...following his week 5 breakout performance (6 receptions for 107 yards), normally Walker would be a hot ticket item on most Waiver Wires, but fantasy owners may want to rehtink this move. If you're looking for Walker to be a nice one week fill-n, this may not be that week. There is word that the Jaguars wide out has suffered a sprained MCL in last Sunday's affair. He has yet to practice this week and appears to be a long shot to play Sunday. Look elsewhere!
Lloyd likely to miss Sunday...
...the Bears receiver is still struggling with injuries (knee) and didn't practice again on Thursday. Lloyd is dealing with a sprained PCL. He did not play last week and looks like he won't go this Sunday against the Falcons. Lloyd was starting to emerge as a solid WR2 option before getting hurt and reverting the the old Lloyd we have seen the past couple of seasons (missing time due to injury). With the Bears bye week scheduled for Week 8, fantasy owners can place Lloyd on the back burner (at least until after the bye), he's likely to be out and non-relevant for a while.
Shockey returns to practice...
...the Saints tight end returned to practice on Wednesday on a limited basis, but was held out of all phases of practice Thursday. Shockey will likley have to be a full participant in practice Friday to have a chance to play Sunday. Shockey has a long history of getting hurt, I would expect Head Coach Sean Payton to take the safer road of caution and hold his star tight end out at least one more week. Fantasy owners will have to wait to see how he practices Friday, but it could be wise to sit him this week just the same.
Adam Jones not in trouble yet...
...according to many reports the Cowboys D-back Adam Jones was involved in an off-the-field altercation, but no report was maed or charges filed. Out of the Cowboy's camp, he will not be internally punished, but it could be too early to make any determinations as to whether the NFL will take action. Jones did practice and is expected to start this Sunday, but if you own the Cowboys cornerback in IDP leagues, he's not out of the woods yet and some form of punishment could be waiting.
Boldin has a chance to practice....
...the Cardinals receiver returned to the Cardinals facility, but did not practice. He has not been ruled out for Sunday, but owners will have to wait to see if Boldin practices on Friday. Even if he's a participant, it is more than likely that he would be a game-time decision and on appearance looks like a long-shot at best.
Berrian not ruled out of Sunday...
...just when the Vikings receiver seemed to be coming into his own as the team's go to deep threat, Berrian has been sidelined with a knee injury. Berrian had a break out night with 6 catches for 110 yards including a touchdown, but his knee injury has kept him out of practice this week and it's looking shaky for him to play this Sunday. He's not been ruled out, but owners will have to check Friday's practice report to get any sense if he can go. The good sign, according to Head Coach Brad Childress, Berrian was given the day off to rest his legs.
Curtis returns to full practice...
...the Eagles receiver Kevin Curtis, who's coming back from sports hernia surgery, was a full participant in practice Thursday for the second straight day. It doesn't sound like Curtis is going to be inserted so soon as a starter, but it does look promising for the Eagle's deep threat to see some limited action on Sunday. Even if Curtis practices Friday and does play Sunday, he's probably a long shot to make big noise, but could be used as a serviceable flex option this week.
Mo Morris resumes full practice...
...the Seahawks are getting their starting running back Maurice Morris back this week, returning from an MCL sprain. Currently RB Julius Jones is slated as the starter, but word is Morris who's fully participated in practice for two straight days is likely to figure in the mix. Morris had earned the starting gig in the preseason, so he's a favorite to get back on the field and contribute considerably. If available, Morris is a reliable RB3 or flex option and could be worth a roster spot in most fantasy leagues.
Check back soon for more fantasy news...
By David G. Ortega
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