FSH: THE ATL REPORT

November 7th, 2009 11:47pm PST

THE ATL REPORT

What’s Happening

Around the League

RB-Ryan Moats to start week 9….

The Texans are making a change in the backfield on Sunday. After fumbling away his starting job running back Steve Slaton is heading toward the sidelines and Moats will start. Last weekend Slaton was benched after committing his seventh fumble of the season. Moats saw the majority of work last weekend and will likely see the same this Sunday.

WR-Anquan Boldin returns to practice and “looks good”.…

According to an ESPN report wide receiver Anquan Boldin returned to practice Friday and looked very good. It sounds like fantasy owners can expect the Card’s wideout on the field on Sunday.

DB-Ty Law agrees to terms with Broncos…..

According to Adam Schefter of ESPN the Broncos and Law have agreed to terms and the former Patriot is set to sign. He was reportedly flying to Denver on Friday for a physical.

WR-Donald Driver sounds in good spirits for Sunday…

The Packer’s receiver returned to practice on Friday and Saturday night was spotted joining Twitter from all of his “Tweets.” His disposition appeared positive as the wideout gets set to play the Buccaneers on Sunday.

RB-Brian Westbrook sounds a go, but will rotate….

The Eagles running back did not practice on Friday, but according to head coach Andy Reid “he can contribute a bunch here.” Westbrook has been part of a rotation and it sounds like that plan will continue Sunday.

DB-Bob Sanders done for the season….

It is being reported that the Colts will not have the services of safety Bob Sanders for the remainder of the season. Sanders will require surgery on his elbow according to head coach Jim Caldwell.

WR-Dwayne Jarrett to start Sunday for Carolina….

With wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad not traveling with the team he has been ruled OUT for Sunday. Dwayne Jarrett, the former start SC Trojan wideout will start in place.

RB-Kolby Smith activated for Sunday….

With running back Larry Johnson suspended, back up Jamaal Charles is expected to start, but the team has also activated running back Kolby Smith from the PUP list. Smith is coming back from knee surgery that cut his 2008 season short.

Check back every week for more “Around the League”

FSH: IDP NOTES

August 18th, 2009 10:30pm PST

IDP Notes:

The strong never sleep, so for those that can keep up with the “what is happening” around the league, here’s more football just for all of the IDP Nation….

IDP News From Across the Wire…

Shawne Merriman, LB, San Diego Chargers
Shawne Merriman is not participating in Tuesday's afternoon practice with the Chargers, according to the twitter page of the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Aaron Maybin, DE, Buffalo Bills
Contract talks between the Bills and rookie Aaron Maybin's rep have reportedly broken down, according to the Associated Press.

Kelvin Hayden, CB, Indianapolis Colts
Kelvin Hayden is going to be on the shelf for 3-4 weeks after injuring his hamstring, according to the Associated Press.

Terrell Suggs, DE, Baltimore Ravens
Terrell Suggs sat out Tuesday's practice while nursing his strained left heel, according to the Baltimore Sun.

Jermaine Phillips, LB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
According to the Pewter Report, Jermaine Phillips has been working out at safety due to the four-game suspension of Tanard Jackson.

Drayton Florence, CB, Buffalo Bills
Drayton Florence is expected to be on the shelf for 2-5 weeks while recovering from a sprained knee, according to the Bills' official website.

Bob Sanders, S, Indianapolis Colts
Phillip B. Wilson of the Indianapolis Star does not believe Bob Sanders will be ready to go for Week 1 against Jacksonville. He is recovering from off-season knee surgery.

Shawn Springs, CB, New England Patriots
Shawn Springs returned to practice Monday, according to the Boston Globe. He missed time for an undisclosed reason.

Jared Allen, DE, Minnesota Vikings
Jared Allen limped off the field during Monday's practice with an apparent right ankle injury, according to the Star Tribune.

Patrick Willis, LB, San Francisco 49ers
As expected, Patrick Willis returned to practice Monday, according to the Associated Press. He missed 22 practices with an ankle and Achilles injury.

B.J. Raji, DT, Green Bay Packers
B.J. Raji practiced with the Packers Monday, according to Tom Pelissero's twitter page.

Robert Mathis, DE, Indianapolis Colts
Robert Mathis was held out of Monday's practice while nursing a bruised thigh, according to the Indianapolis Star.

Raheem Brock, DE, Indianapolis Colts
TSN is reporting that Colts' defensive tackle Raheem Brock is expected to miss at least three weeks after suffering a broken hand. Brock suffered the injury during the team's first preseason game on Friday night.

Larry English, LB, San Diego Chargers
According to the San Diego Union-Tribune, Chargers' rookie linebacker Larry English is expected to return to practice this week. English has missed time with a strained hamstring, but he could play in the team's next preseason game on Saturday.

Kirk Morrison, LB, Oakland Raiders
The Contra Costa Times is reporting that Kirk Morrison worked as the second-team middle linebacker at Raiders' practice on Sunday. Morrison was behind Ricky Brown, who worked with other first teamers Jon Alston and Thomas Howard.

Terence Newman, CB, Dallas Cowboys
Terence Newman returned to practice Monday, according to ESPN. He has been dealing with a mildly strained groin.

Shaun Ellis, DE, New York Jets
Updating a previous report, Jets' defensive end Shaun Ellis has been suspended by the league for the team's first game of the season and fined an additional $100,000 stemming from his November arrest for marijuana posession, according to ProFootballTalk.com.


My Fantasy Read….

The Charger’s playmaking linebacker is coming off injury and playing in a contract year, expect “Lights-out” to go all out and be a terror on the field. He could have a huge impact season in 2009 and should be drafted high…..

The Bill’s top rookie pick Aaron Maybin is quickly turning into a fantasy bust for 2009. Unless Maybin finds his way back on the field soon, it’s hard to imagine him making any kind of impact anytime soon this season. It’s likely best to avoid the rookie in fantasy drafts……

With Jermaine Phillips moving back to his normal position, at least for the first four games, his fantasy stock will be on the rise. Playing safety collecting tackles, Phillips is a decent option as a mid-level defensive back……

The bad news surrounding the Colts defensive back Bob Sanders (knee) will also less of an impact in IDP leagues than it will in leagues that employ team defense. Sanders is the anchor for the Colts defense, his absence will be felt…….

Despite all the time missed, the Niner’s linebacker Patrick Willis is a stud IDP’er and should be ready to go for week one. Fantasy owners draft away……

Defensive lineman Robert Mathis is slated to start this season for the Colts, but although he may see a few extra snaps this season, he’ll likely be a part of a regular rotation. His fantasy value will increase some, but not a great deal. Draft accordingly….

The Raider’s linebacker Kirk Morrison is still expected to be the man in the middle on defense. Last season the Raider’s middle linebacker was among the leaders in tackles and should be solid once again……


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