December 18th, 2009 - 11:17pm PST
Week 15 Fantasy Football
Infirmary Report
Week 15 Injury Updates
(Some recent player injury news; updated Saturday Dec. 18th)
Offensive Player Injuries
Matt Ryan-QB (Falcons)
The Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (toe) was able to participate in parts of Friday's practice. He is officially listed as questionable and is expected to be a game-time decision. Ryan has missed the last two games and is very questionable to play Sunday; check his status on Sunday.
Mark Sanchez-QB (Jets)
The Jets rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez (knee) will start Sunday against the Falcons. Sanchez missed one game, but was able to practice in full on Friday and looks ready to return to the field. The Jets will more than likely lean heavily on the ground attack, so owners shouldn't expect to get much from Sanchez.
Vince Young-QB (Titans)
The Titans quarterback Vince Young (hamstring) was a full participant in Friday's practice and according to the Tennessean he is expected to start Sunday against the Dolphins. Young may be more apt to throw instead of scramble this week and against Dolphins 22nd ranked pass defense he has a favorable matchup.
Correll Buckhalter-RB (Broncos)
The Bronco's running back Correll Buckhalter (ankle) did not practice all week and is officially listed as doubtful for Sunday against the Raiders. If Buckhalter is unavailable, it could mean a big day for rookie running back Knowshon Moreno.
Michael Turner-RB (Falcons)
The Falcons running back Michael Turner (ankle) was limited in Friday's practice and is listed as questionable for Sunday against the Jets. Even if Turner was healthy this would not be a good matchup against Rex Ryan's Jets, but at less than 100 percent he is a huge risk.
Brian Westbrook-RB (Eagles)
As expected, even though Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was able to practice all week on a limited basis he has been ruled out for Sunday against the Niners. Westbrook has yet to be medically cleared to play.
Steven Jackson-RB (Rams)
The Rams running back Steven Jackson again missed practice on Friday which has become routine over the past several weeks, but it was reported this was due to flu-like symptoms. It was also reported a number of other players were diagnosed with the H1N1 virus. It's not known if Jackson has been diagnosed, so his status for Sunday is likely questionable. Fantasy owners should wait until more is known.
Jeremy Maclin-WR (Eagles)
The Eagles rookie wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday. Maclin tore his plantar fascia last Sunday against the Giants. Maclin could return in Week 16 against the Broncos. Wide receiver Reggie Brown is expected to start, but with Maclin out this one will be all about DeSean Jackson.
Devin Hester-WR (Bears)
The Bears leading receiver Devin Hester (calf) has not practiced all week and is unlikely to play on Sunday. He is listed as doubtful. With Hester out is would appear that wide receiver Devin Aromashodu would be the preferred play for fantasy owners.
Percy Harvin-WR (Vikings)
The Vikings rookie receiver Percy Harvin (migraines) returned to practice this week and says he expects to play on Sunday. Harvin has been medically cleared to play and was in good spirits on Firday, so it's pretty evident that owners can expect to see in there Sunday. Harvin is enjoying a nice rookie season and is worth starting in deeper leagues.
Larry Fitzgerald-WR (Cardinals)
The Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald suffered a nastly looking knee sprain on Monday night against the Niners. While he has progressed each day this week he is still listed as questionable. The Cards playmaking receiver was limited to only two catches last week, if he plays he's likely to be less than 100 percent and could be a risk. Owners will need to check his status Sunday, but if he plays it would be tough to sit him against the Lions.
Defensive Player Injuries
Aaron Curry-LB (Seahawks)
The Seahawks rookie linebacker Aaron Curry has practiced in full the past two days and is officially listed as probable for Sunday. Last week the rookie suffered a hip pointer, but on Friday Curry was noted as saying "Today felt great." The rookie has yet to live up to the billing with just two sacks this season, he's probably not a great play this week against the Bucs.
Ryan Pickett-NT (Packers)
The Packers nose tackle Ryan Pickett is the anchor of the leagues number two defense against the run. Pickett missed last Sunday with a hamstring injury and is questionable for Sunday against the Steelers. The Packers will need him healthy if they hope to keep their streak of no 100-yard rushers (currently at 10 games) alive.
Aaron Ross-CB (Giants)
The Giants cornerback Aaron Ross reinjured his hamstring during Thursday's practice this week and did not participate Friday. He is listed as questionable, although it does not look good for him to play. If Ross sits, veteran corner Kevin Dockery could get the start; not a good prognosis for the G-men.
DeMarcus Ware-LB (Cowboys)
Last Sunday against the Chargers linebacker DeMarcus Ware was injured on a scary play, when he suffered a neck sprain in a headfirst collision. He was limited on during practice this week and is officially listed as questionable for Saturday night's matchup against the Saints.
Don't forget to check every Sunday morning for "Game-time" updates....
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