January 7th, 2008 10:50pm PST
David's Daily Digest
Fantasy Playoff News
Fantasy Playoff News
Fantasy Football
Playoffs Continue!!
Tomlinson has torn tendon.....
.....the Charger's running back LaDanian Tomlinson (groin) confirmed that he has a torn tendon in his groin area. It does not look good for the LT to be on the field Sunday. Sproles is expected to carry the load against the Steelers.
Mawae expects to sit Saturday.....
.....the Titan's All-Pro center Kevin Mawae admitted in a radio interview he does not expect to play Saturday against the Ravens. If he's out, the loss could be key going up against a stout Raven defense that completely stymied the Dolphins running game a week ago.
Boldin expected to be Game-time...
.....the Cardinals Pro-bowl receiver Anquan Boldin (hamstring) is not expected to practice this week, while he rests his strained hamstring. Boldin is expected to be a game-time call Saturday night. Fantasy owners may want to avoid playing Boldin with the touchy hamstring issue.
Flacco is Raven's Road Warrior...
....the Raven's rookie quarterback Joe Flacco may be in his first season of the NFL, but he's playing well beyond his years in particularly on the road. This season Flacco has been one of the leagues better road warriors with a 91.7-passer rating (third highest in the NFL) in the opponents house.
Parker is healthy and ready...
....the Steeler's running back Fast-Willie Parker is as healthy as he's ever been this season. In week 17 Parker carried the ball 23 times and with the extra week of rest he'll be ready for Sunday against the Chargers. Although San Diego has improved defensively down the stretch, Parker looks like a good play this week for owners.
Westbrook not likely to miss Sunday...
....the Eagle's running back sat out a Wednesday practice once again and after he revealed his plans to not practice much this week, was anyone surprised? This seems to be the norm and coming off 23 touches last week, fantasy owners can bet Westbrook will start Sunday against the Giants.
Mason rests Wednesday...
....the Raven's veteran leader, wide receiver Derrick Mason (shoulder) was held out of practice Wednesday. Mason is still banged up and nursing a shoulder injury, but he will start Saturday for the Ravens. Mason had 71-yards against the Dolphins running deeper routes, but he'll probably find more success this week on the shorter tours. Owners may want to avoid Mason this week.
Gates misses practice Wednesday...
....the Charger's tight end Antonio Gates sat out of practice Wednesday. Coming off an eight reception performance last week, Gates is still dealing with ankle injuries and is likely being rested up for Sunday's divisional matchup.
Jacobs expected to start...
....the Giant's running back Brandon Jacobs is expected to start Sunday against the Eagles, but running back Derrick Ward will also see a fair share of the load. The Eagles did a great job in Week 14 limiting both Giant's runners, if you must play one Jacobs will likely see more goal-line carries.
Roethlisberger ready for Sunday...
....the Steeler's quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (head) does not appear on the team's injury report for the Divisional Round. Big Ben suffered a concussion in Week 17 and needed to be carted off the field. With the extra week of rest he now appears ready to start Sunday against the Chargers.
Heap misses practice...
....the Raven's tight end Todd Heap (back) did not practice Wednesday. Last Week going into the first round of the playoffs, some analysts felt Heap could be a difference maker in the game. His early 31-yard reception sure gave fantasy owners high hopes, but Heap in typical fashion quickly disappeared not catching another pass. He's expected to start, but shouldn't be counted on for any production.
IDP NEWS...
Haynesworth expected to play Saturday.....
....the Titan's defensive lineman Albert Haynesworth (knee) returned to practice this week. He is expected to play Saturday and will wear brace to support and protect his injured knee. His presence will be felt, but he's a questionable IDP play this week.
Harrison returns to practice....
....the Steeler's linebacker and league's AP Defensive Player of the Year James Harrison (hip) returned to practice this week and appears healthy and ready for Sunday's rematch with the Chargers. A healthy Harrison is a must start for IDP owners.
Vanden Bosch returns to practice...
.....the Titan's defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch (groin) returned to practice this week. Barring any setbacks this week, Vanden Bosch is expected to start against the Ravens. KVB will demand attention on the end, but he could be limited with the groin injury and may not be one of the better IDP options this week.
Samuel misses practice....
.....the Eagle's defensive star from Sunday, Asante Samuel (hip) did not practice on Wednesday. Samuel was questionable leading up to Sunday's tilt with the Vikings and was able to play, so he's likely following the same pattern. IDP owners should expect him to play, but should consider him a questionable start this Sunday.
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By David G. Ortega
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