THE ATL REPORT
Around the League
Cardinal’s and Boldin back at the table talking….
The word around town or at least in football circles is that the two sides have reopened talks. The Cardinal’s would be wise to keep Boldin as part of their aerial attack, but it remains to be seen what the two sides can work out. Boldin will have greater fantasy value as a red-bird, but is not likely to take to great a hit if he gets moved.
Hightower expected to start, but not stay….
The Cardinals don’t appear ready to hand over the starting gig to rookie running back Chris Wells, so heading into camp 2nd year runner Tim Hightower will be anointed the starting job. While Hightower may be pegged to start heading into camp, many feel that Wells is too great a talent to not win the job by some point. Wells should also be the fantasy favorite heading into league drafts this summer.
Tomlinson will be running wild in Charger’s backfield….
It’s being reported that the Chargers have been running a variation of the Wild-Cat offense aptly called the “Wild Frog Offense” with LaDanian Tomlinson the focal point. While head coach Norv Turner insists its to benefit the defense, but with the versatile Tomlinson, fantasy owners could see a new trend in San Diego.
WR Heyward-Bey being slowed by hamstring injury…..
The Raiders have been very high on their speedy wide receiver draft selection, but so far this offseason he has yet to be impressive. The rookie has been slowed by a recurring hamstring injury and is likely to be shut down until training camp. Fantasy owners will want to watch this development closely should the injury linger.
Rookie QB Freeman turning heads in Tampa Bay
Surprisingly the Buc’s rookie quarterback is in contention for the starting job. Although Josh Freeman is a talented player, he did not figure to be in the mix when he arrived. Freeman’s bid to win the job does not say much for Luke McCown or Byron Leftwich. Fantasy owners are going to want to avoid the Buccaneers quarterback trio in drafts this summer.
Raven’s interested in Marshall, but will Broncos deal?….
While there are no current reports indicating the Bronco’s intent on dealing their all-pro receiver, there is word out of Baltimore that the Ravens are interested. This really is no surprise, I’m sure there are several other teams that might light the talented receiver, but it doesn’t appear Baltimore is in position to make a serious offer. This is your typical wait and see situation.
Favre pain-free, but still not ready….
According to recent reports the retired quarterback who is recovering from arm surgery is pain free. While Favre is no longer feeling pain, he’s not quite ready to make his return. He’ll need to continue to rehab to rebuild arm strength and stamina. It appears Favre is once again on the comeback trail, but it’s really too early to measure how effective or successful he’ll be in Minnesota.
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