September 5th, 2009 11:07pm PST
RB-Dominic Rhodes cut by the Bills….
After signing Rhodes in the offseason, the release comes as a surprise especially with Marshawn Lynch due to serve a three game suspension. With the departure of Rhodes, it appears Fred Jackson will be the featured runner for at least the team’s first three games…….
QB-Byron Leftwich will start for Buccaneers.…
The Buccneers appear set with their decision to go with Leftwich. In a recent move the Bucs sent back-up Luke McCown to Jacksonville. Leftwich played well last season as the back-up in Pittsburgh and he brings experience as a starter (has started 46 games). Leftwich is a capable passer, but with limited weapons in Tampa he’s only a low-end back-up fantasy QB…..
DB-Bob Sanders has been activated by Colts…..
The Colts will have their defensive team leader back, but it’s uncertain that he will be ready for week one. The defensive back is the motor that makes the Colts defense go. Until he returns 100 percent, avoid taking the Colts defense early in any fantasy draft…..
QB-Jeff Garcia does not make final cuts…
The Raiders chose to part ways with the veteran quarterback and usher in “the Age of Russell.” Now released, expect Garcia to land somewhere soon, he’s still very much a capable and experienced back up that can still help some teams. He’s not worth a roster spot on any fantasy team, but he’ll be worth keeping an eye on…..
RB-Jamal Lewis makes it to the 53-man squad….
The sewing circles had it wrong talking it up about the possible release of Lewis, but his stay also guarantees nothing. The team is very high on rookie James Davis and Lewis will have to impress to keep his job. Jamal is still a decent drafting option as a RB3, but keep watch Davis is ready to steal lots of carries…..
RB-Willie Parker will be team’s feature back….
This could be the year for “Fast-Willie-Parker” to bounce back. After being slowed with injuries in 2008 (missed five games), Parker is healthy and will be featured in Pittsburgh’s backfield. Parker has the ability to be an impact player capable of putting up big numbers, if he’s healthy. He should be considered a top 2o (RB2) running back in fantasy drafts…..
DL-Vonnie Holiday signs with the Broncos….
The Bronco’s have speed, but are in desperate need of adding some pressure up front. Holiday is getting up there in years, but it’s likely he’ll be used in a situational role to help the defense with their pass rush. Holiday has 55 career sacks, but hasn’t made any noise since 2006. He holds very little value in IDP leagues…..
DB-Dunta Robinson to sign one-year contract….
The Texan’s defensive back came to his senses and will sign his one-year ($10 million) deal. Robinson is a solid DB, but may have to shake some rust having missed all of camp. He’s coming off back-to-back injury filled seasons, but when healthy he’s a mid-level fantasy DB in IDP leagues…..
QB Tom Brady still sore, but shoulder is fine….
The Patriot’s quarterback appears to be fine after injuring his shoulder in the team’s third preseason game. With the extra days of rest, fantasy owners can expect to see their top-rated fantasy passer. Brady is just two years removed from his record setting 2007 season, he has most of his weapons in tact, expect big things in 2009……
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THE ATL REPORT
RB-Dominic Rhodes cut by the Bills….
After signing Rhodes in the offseason, the release comes as a surprise especially with Marshawn Lynch due to serve a three game suspension. With the departure of Rhodes, it appears Fred Jackson will be the featured runner for at least the team’s first three games…….
QB-Byron Leftwich will start for Buccaneers.…
The Buccneers appear set with their decision to go with Leftwich. In a recent move the Bucs sent back-up Luke McCown to Jacksonville. Leftwich played well last season as the back-up in Pittsburgh and he brings experience as a starter (has started 46 games). Leftwich is a capable passer, but with limited weapons in Tampa he’s only a low-end back-up fantasy QB…..
DB-Bob Sanders has been activated by Colts…..
The Colts will have their defensive team leader back, but it’s uncertain that he will be ready for week one. The defensive back is the motor that makes the Colts defense go. Until he returns 100 percent, avoid taking the Colts defense early in any fantasy draft…..
QB-Jeff Garcia does not make final cuts…
The Raiders chose to part ways with the veteran quarterback and usher in “the Age of Russell.” Now released, expect Garcia to land somewhere soon, he’s still very much a capable and experienced back up that can still help some teams. He’s not worth a roster spot on any fantasy team, but he’ll be worth keeping an eye on…..
RB-Jamal Lewis makes it to the 53-man squad….
The sewing circles had it wrong talking it up about the possible release of Lewis, but his stay also guarantees nothing. The team is very high on rookie James Davis and Lewis will have to impress to keep his job. Jamal is still a decent drafting option as a RB3, but keep watch Davis is ready to steal lots of carries…..
RB-Willie Parker will be team’s feature back….
This could be the year for “Fast-Willie-Parker” to bounce back. After being slowed with injuries in 2008 (missed five games), Parker is healthy and will be featured in Pittsburgh’s backfield. Parker has the ability to be an impact player capable of putting up big numbers, if he’s healthy. He should be considered a top 2o (RB2) running back in fantasy drafts…..
DL-Vonnie Holiday signs with the Broncos….
The Bronco’s have speed, but are in desperate need of adding some pressure up front. Holiday is getting up there in years, but it’s likely he’ll be used in a situational role to help the defense with their pass rush. Holiday has 55 career sacks, but hasn’t made any noise since 2006. He holds very little value in IDP leagues…..
DB-Dunta Robinson to sign one-year contract….
The Texan’s defensive back came to his senses and will sign his one-year ($10 million) deal. Robinson is a solid DB, but may have to shake some rust having missed all of camp. He’s coming off back-to-back injury filled seasons, but when healthy he’s a mid-level fantasy DB in IDP leagues…..
QB Tom Brady still sore, but shoulder is fine….
The Patriot’s quarterback appears to be fine after injuring his shoulder in the team’s third preseason game. With the extra days of rest, fantasy owners can expect to see their top-rated fantasy passer. Brady is just two years removed from his record setting 2007 season, he has most of his weapons in tact, expect big things in 2009……
Check back every week for more “Around the League”
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