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Monday, August 10, 2009

FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

August 10th, 2009 10:30pm PST

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...

Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR, Oakland Raiders
Raiders' head coach Tom Cable noted that rookie Darrius Heyward-Bey had his best day of training camp Monday, according to the Contra Costa Times. Cable said, "He caught the ball well, caught everything, the underneath, the over the top, the big ball on the sideline, the one-handed catch. Those help his confidence. We want to keep that coming."

Davone Bess, WR, Miami Dolphins
Davone Bess is listed as the starting flanker on the Dolphins' latest depth chart, according to the Miami Herald.

Calvin Johnson, WR, Detroit Lions
Updating a previous report, Lions' star receiver Calvin Johnson was seen sporting a cast on his injured thumb at Monday morning's practice, according to mLive.com. Johnson is going to undergo more tests on the thumb in the coming days.

David Tyree, WR, New York Giants
The New York Daily News is reporting that former Super Bowl hero David Tyree may have trouble finding a spot on the Giants this season. The article suggests that Tyree may be no higher than seventh on the wide receiver depth chart.

Drew Brees, QB, New Orleans Saints
According to the New Orleans Times-Picayune, Saints' quarterback Drew Brees returned to the practice field on Monday after missing the weekend due to the death of his mother.

Knowshon Moreno, RB, Denver Broncos
According to ESPN.com, Broncos' rookie running back Knowshon Moreno is expected to be pushed into the starting lineup quickly. Moreno is still expected to be the featured back in Denver despite his eight-day contract holdout.

Reggie Bush, RB, New Orleans Saints
Reggie Bush indicated that his surgically-repaired knee feels great, according to NFL.com.

Laurent Robinson, WR, St. Louis Rams
Laurent Robinson is listed ahead of Keenan Burton as a starter on the Rams' latest depth chart, according to their official team website.

DeAngelo Williams, RB, Carolina Panthers
Updating an earlier report, DeAngelo Williams has returned to the practice field Monday, according to Darin Gantt's twitter page. He has been dealing with a toe injury.

Michael Clayton, WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Michael Clayton is unlikely to play in the Buccaneers' preseason opener August 16 due to a hamstring injury, according to the Pewter Report.

Felix Jones, RB, Dallas Cowboys
Felix Jones missed Monday's morning practice to rest his injured toe, according to the Sporting News

Ray Rice, RB, Baltimore Ravens
Ray Rice is listed as the starting running back on the Ravens' latest depth chart, according to their official team website.

Deion Branch, WR, Seattle Seahawks
Deion Branch is listed as a backup receiver on the Seahawks' latest depth chart, according to their official website.

Steve Smith, WR, Carolina Panthers
Updating an earlier report, Steve Smith's X-rays on his injured shoulder came back negative, according to the Rock Hill Herald.

Chansi Stuckey, WR, New York Jets
Chansi Stuckey had a solid day of practice Monday, according to the New York Daily News.

Martellus Bennett, TE, Dallas Cowboys
Martellus Bennett expects to return to practice Tuesday, according to the Dallas Morning News. He has been nursing a sore knee.

Correll Buckhalter, RB, Denver Broncos
Correll Buckhalter is listed as the No. 1 running back on the Broncos' latest depth chart, according to the Colorado Springs Gazette.

Brandon Marshall, WR, Denver Broncos
The Denver Post is reporting that the Broncos have released their first depth chart of the season, and that star wide receiver Brandon Marshall is listed on the second team. Marshall is listed behind fellow wideouts Eddie Royal, Brandon Stokley, and Jabar Gaffney.

Alex Smith, QB, San Francisco 49ers
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that the 49ers may wait until just before their first preseason game on Thursday to name the starting quarterback for that game. Coach Mike Singletary has said that he will wait until after the third preseason game to choose between Alex Smith and Shaun Hill to start the regular season.

LaDainian Tomlinson, RB, San Diego Chargers
According to the Buffalo News, Chargers' running back LaDainian Tomlinson has said he would like to play in the Chargers' preseason games this year. LT hasn't played in a preseason game since 2005.

Luke McCown, QB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
According to Pewter Report, Luke McCown is listed as the starter on the team's first official depth chart. McCown is followed by Byron Leftwich as the second-stringer and Josh Freeman as the third.

Chris Wells, RB, Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Republic is reporting that rookie running back Chris Wells is not practicing on Monday morning. Wells will likely miss the team's first preseason game against the Steelers on Thursday with a right ankle injury.

My Fantasy Read…

It’s too early to be jumping on any bandwagons. It sounds more like the Raider’s head coach Tom Cable could be just trying to hype his boy (Heyward-Bey) up. Owners will need to see more than one day of practice……unless tests come back to indicate Megatron’s thumb is broke, he’s still a top fantasy receiver worthy of a WR1 selection……despite being listed fourth on the Bronco’s running back depth chart, it sounds like the rookie (Moreno) will eventually be moved into the starting line-up. He’ll be a safe RB3 in drafts, but he could have a huge upside in McDaniels offense……stop the presses, Reggie Bush is saying his knee feels great. Whether he is exaggerating or not it’s a good sign, but his value will take a hit this season with Thomas the clear starter……DeAngelo’s return is a good sign, although these turf toe injuries can tend to linger. He’s still a worthy candidate as a RB1, but could be a slight risk……Rice appears to be the best option in Baltimore as he is listed as the number one back, but this might be a better situation to avoid. With McGahee and McClain likely to steal carries and touchdowns, Rice’s value could be very limited unless he starts to shine right away……it appears fantasy owners dodge a big bullet with tests on Steve Smith’s injured shoulder returning negative. Smith is a legit WR1 and was one of last season’s top fantasy receivers playing in only 14 games…… there’s nothing to buy here with Buckhalter being listed as the number one back in Denver. There’s too much talk surrounding the rookie, fantasy owners would be wise to not invest much into these early listings…..there may be some growing concern shared among fellow fantasy gamers with Marshall still sidelined and being listed with the 2nd team. If he doesn’t get back on the field soon, his fantasy value could dip and he could become a very risky gamble come draft day…….LT may be asking to participate in the team’s preseason games, but it’s not likely that the Chargers will change their ways. LT’s health comes well before any preseason contest. Owners can expect to see a healthy Tomlinson start the 2009 campaign (draft accordingly), but his health will likely remain a concern throughout the year.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

July 29th, 2009 11:30pm PST

My Take...

WR ANQUAN BOLDIN REPORTS TO CARDS CAMP
My Fantasy Read: Following the advice of his new representation, the Cardinal’s disgruntled receiver showed no signs of such and reported to camp on Wednesday. With Boldin in camp it appears likely there will be no hold-out and the stud receiver should be back to work as usual opposite the explosive Mr. Fitzgerald. Boldin is going to drop slightly outside the top ten in some rankings, but in Arizona he’ll be a solid fantasy play in 2009.

RB LARRY JOHNSON WILL REPORT TO CAMP ON TIME
My Fantasy Read: Reports are the Chiefs troublesome running back Larry Johnson will report on time to camp on Friday. It also appears Johnson is excited about being with the team, although in a new system his role could change. Chan Gaily and Todd Haley are expected to run a more spread offense making Johnson a darkhorse sleeper candidate this season. If Sir Larry stays in KC this season, fantasy owners could be quickly reminded of his 104 catches from 2005-2007.

WR DARIUS HEYWARD-BEY A RAIDER NO-SHOW
My Fantasy Read: As if injury wasn’t enough to slow the progress of the Raiders prized rookie, but now a hold-out he’s sure to fall further behind the curve. There were some doubters regarding the Raiders huge leap with taking Heyward-Bey so high in the draft. Even SI’s Peter King suggests that Heyward-Bey seems like a boom or bust. We would have to say he’s starting to have all the makings of a bust this season.

QB BRETT FAVRE SAYS NO FOR THE TIME BEING?
My Fantasy Read: So the official unofficial report is Brett Favre will stay retired, at least for the moment. What would a Favre story be without a twist? So the latest is he’s not joining the Vikings at this time, so the team will move on with Rosenfels and Jackson. But, the word out of Mississippi is Mr. Favre will continue to throw. As long as there is activity this story won’t die, but fantasy owners shouldn’t even touch it with a tenth-round fantasy pick.

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Tuesday, June 30, 2009

FSH: DAVID'S DAILY DIGEST

June 29th, 2009 10:30pm PST

My Take...

WR BRANDON MARSHALL TO STAY IN DENVER
My Fantasy Read: The Bronco’s are apparently going to attempt to play hard ball with their standout receiver. The word is they have no intention of moving their prized star player. This could become a test of wills. Don’t be surprised to see Marshall hold out and try to force the team’s hand. Depending on how far this goes will determine the direction of Marshall’s fantasy value.

WR BRIAN ROBISKIE COULD MAKE IM
My Fantasy Read: The Brown’s rookie receiver could see himself inserted into the starting lineup come week one. Much like the Royal-Marshall pairing in Denver, Robiskie could easily benefit greatly being paired opposite the team’s number one receiver Braylon Edwards. Robiskie is a good size receiver, but could play more a role like that of Welker in New England. The rookie will likely hold more value in PPR leagues this season.

WR DARIUS HEYWARD-BEY STILL SLOWED BY HAMSTRING
My Fantasy Read: When speed kills, injuries kill speed. The Raiders top pick in the April draft has been sidelined much of the offseason workouts nursing a hamstring injury. The rookie is hoping to be ready for training camp, but like all things we’ll have to wait and see. What appeared to be a questionable draft pick for the Raiders is looking more and shakier these days.

WR PLAXICO BURREESS LOOKING MORE LIKE A NO-GO
My Fantasy Read: There hasn’t been much said lately of possible landing spots for the troubled free agent receiver. With teams like the Bears losing interest and new reports indicating the league could suspend Burress indefinitely, it’s starting to look more like a no-go in 2009. Burress is likely to be done for the 2009 and has virtually no fantasy values. With a possibility of suspension and more time away from the field the ex-Giant receiver will see his fantasy value plummet this fall.

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Saturday, June 20, 2009

FSH: THE ATL REPORT

June 20th, 2009 10:37pm PST

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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