David's Daily Digest
[My Take]
More football news and happenings from around the league; here’s the latest I am hearing, reading, and following with my take on things and how they will impact the coming fantasy season……
News From Across the Wire...
Justin Fargas, RB, Oakland Raiders
Justin Fargas missed Monday's practice with the Raiders, according to the Contra Costa Times. He is dealing with a hamstring injury.
My Fantasy read on Fargas: McFadden is already the favorite to win the job, expect this setback to open the door for D-Mac and possibly keep Fargas sidelined longer as he heals. Fargas is likely low man on the totem pole, so even when he does return, he’ll see limited touches being a part of the Raider’s backfield rotation…..
Carson Palmer, QB, Cincinnati Bengals
Carson Palmer practiced with the Bengals Monday, according to Joe Reedy's (Cincinnati Enquirer) twitter page.
My Fantasy read on Palmer: Expect this to be a rebound season for Palmer, whose 2008 campaign was cut short. He looks like he’ll be ready for week one and should have a good matchup facing a questionable Bronco’s defense…..
Brandon Pettigrew, TE, Detroit Lions
Brandon Pettigrew will be the Lions' starting tight end for Week 1 at New Orleans, according to the Detroit News.
My Fantasy read on Pettigrew: The Lions were a bad team in 2008 and one offseason will not turn things completely around, but with some talent they should improve. Pettigrew should be a part of that improvement movement, but he’s not worth drafting early. He’ll be one to watch and could be a flier worth chancing later in the year……
Tim Hightower, RB, Arizona Cardinals
Tim Hightower will start over rookie Chris Wells in Week 1 against the 49ers, according to the Arizona Republic.
My Fantasy read on Hightower: the announcement was expected with Wells falling behind in camp due to injury. As Wells gains experience he could eventually supplant Hightower as the starter. Hightower could be a worthy start early, but with limited value, he’ll be an early “play with caution”……
Roy Williams, WR, Dallas Cowboys
Roy Williams practiced Monday with the Cowboys, according to the Dallas Morning News. He has been nursing a shoulder injury.
My Fantasy read on Williams: It’s too early to gauge the impact of the injury, but it’s a good sign that he is practicing. If he’s healthy to play, Williams is expected to be the Cowboys number one wideout, but second receiving option. He’s a decent WR3 in fantasy now, but has lots of room to improve…….
Clinton Portis, RB, Washington Redskins
Clinton Portis practiced on Monday, according to the Washington Times.
My Fantasy read on Portis: There has not been a lot said about Portis this preseason, since some of his grumblings early in camp. Portis is a good RB2 early, but watch his carries as he'll wear down and can breakdown......
Greg Jennings, WR, Green Bay Packers
Greg Jennings, who has been recovering from a concussion, has been deemed fit to play in Sunday's season opener against the rival Bears at Lambeau Field, according to the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel.
My Fantasy read on Jennings: If Jennings is cleared he will play and is a must start. The team's other reciever Donald Driver has looked good this preseason, but Jennings is now the man in the passing game....
Pierre Thomas, RB, New Orleans Saints
Pierre Thomas was seen walking with a limp in the Saints' locker room Monday, according to the New Orleans Times-Picayune. He is dealing with a sprained MCL, and also suffered a cut from a fence which required stitches.
My Fantasy read on Thomas: Fantasy owners may want to worry about this one. Not only is it likely that Thomas sits week one, but Mike Bell will have even more opportunity to impress and steal touches. Thomas' once rising stock is starting to teeter.....
T.J. Houshmandzadeh, WR, Seattle Seahawks
T.J. Houshmandzadeh sat out Monday's practice, according to the Seattle Times.
My Fantasy read on Houshmandzeh: Not a lot of concern here. The team is likely resting its’ best pass receiver as they prepare for week one. TJ is a must start.......
Jerious Norwood, RB, Atlanta Falcons
Jerious Norwood missed Monday's practice after injuring his knee in the third preseason game, according to the Falcons' official website.
My Fantasy read on Norwood: This doesn't sound good for Norwood and it seems possible he could miss week one. No concern here, Norwood is likely on your bench and should stay there week one......
Cadillac Williams, RB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Cadillac Williams has been named the Buccaneers' starting running back for Week 1 against Dallas, according to their official team website.
My Fantasy read on Williams: The move comes as a big surprise, but the real impact is the Buc's backfield now looks like a crowded committee. If this moves holds true, starting any Bucs running back is going to cause a mammoth fantasy headache......
Anquan Boldin, WR, Arizona Cardinals
Anquan Boldin sat out the Cardinals' practice on Monday, according to the Arizona Republic. Boldin has been sidelined with a hamstring injury, and he missed the final two preseason game.
My Fantasy read on Boldin: This is not a good sign considering Boldin was slowed with a hamstring last season. As tough as the Cardinal's receiver is, he's not likely to sit, but these are the kind of injuries that could linger and he could become a risky play early on......
Matthew Stafford, QB, Detroit Lions
ESPN's Adam Schefter is reporting on his Twitter page that the Lions have announced that rookie Matthew Stafford will be their starting quarterback this season. Stafford beat out veteran Daunte Culpepper for the job.
My Fantasy read on Stafford: To no surprise the team chose Stafford. With all things being equal, the team sided with the future. For those in deep leagues that grabbed Stafford, hang on Lucy. The kid is going to take his lumps and likely won't be ready to start fantasy for some time.....
Matt Cassel, QB, Kansas City Chiefs
Chiefs' beat writer Josh Looney is reporting on his Twitter page that quarterback Matt Cassel is in full pads at Monday's practice. Cassel is suffering from a strained MCL that he suffered earlier in the preseason.
My Fantasy read on Cassel: The Chief's camp has been quiet, so despite his return it could be too early to read. Cassel has a sprained MCL and could be a riskt start, but he should have been drafted as a mid backup QB anyway, so he should be on your bench regardless......
Darren McFadden, RB, Oakland Raiders
The Contra Costa Times is reporting that Raiders' coach Tom Cable has decided who will be the team's number one running back this season. Cable said he would not announce the decision until he has had a chance to inform Darren McFadden, Justin Fargas, and Michael Bush of his decision.
My Fantasy read on McFadden: All the signs would indicate that McFadden will get the nod, especially with Fargas still nursing a hamstring. Many think this could be a breakout season for D-Mac, but remember before you sell the farm he's part of a committee and a Raider....
Brandon Marshall, WR, Denver Broncos
The Denver Post is reporting that the Broncos still do not intend to trade wide receiver Brandon Marshall despite rumors that the team may be in talks with the Jets. Marshall returned to practice on Sunday.
My Fantasy read on Marshall: Good news out of the Broncos camp, Marshall has returned to practice and with a good attitude. While nothing is guaranteed, its sounding like Marshall has a shot at playing. If he plays, he needs to be in your lineup....
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