FSH: IDP NOTES

August 11th, 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…

Roy Williams, S, Cincinnati Bengals
Roy Williams is listed as the No. 1 strong safety on the Bengals' latest depth chart, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Michael Huff, S, Oakland Raiders
Michael Huff missed another day of camp while nursing a rib injury, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Derrick Brooks, LB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Updating an earlier report, Derrick Brooks is on the Raiders' radar, according to Brad Biggs' (National Football Post) twitter page.

D'Qwell Jackson, LB, Cleveland Browns
D'Qwell Jackson has reportedly been a standout so far in camp with the Browns, according to ESPN. He is notably reacting quickly to the ball against the run and pass.

B.J. Raji, DT, Green Bay Packers
Unsigned first round draft pick B.J. Raji has left the metropolitan Green Bay area, according to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.

Robert Mathis, DE, Indianapolis Colts
Robert Mathis is listed as a starting defensive end for the Colts' preseason opener against Minnesota, according to the Indianapolis Star.

Terrell Suggs, DE, Baltimore Ravens
Terrell Suggs is expected to miss the Ravens' preseason opener against the Redskins Thursday while still dealing with a strained left Achilles' tendon, according to ESPN.

Lofa Tatupu, LB, Seattle Seahawks
Lofa Tatupu missed Tuesday's practice because he needed a rest, according to Slam! Sports. Tatupu has missed two practices in the last three days.

Chris Draft, LB, St. Louis Rams
According to the Twitter page of the St. Louis Rams, linebacker Chris Draft sat out Tuesday morning's practice after after taking a thumb to the neck. In Draft's absence, Larry Grant received additional reps.

Bob Sanders, S, Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Star is reporting that Colts' safety Bob Sanders has a meeting scheduled with orthopedic surgeon Dr. James Andrews. The team wants to consult Andrews to find out when Sanders will be able to return to the field.

Rocky Boiman, LB, Tennessee Titans
Rocky Boiman has signed a deal to return to the Titans, according to the Tennessean. Contract terms were not disclosed.

Geno Hayes, LB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Tampa Bay Buccaneers' linebacker Geno Hayes sat out practice on Tuesday with a minor hamstring injury, according to the St. Petersburg Times. Hayes is being listed as day-to-day by the team.

Casey Hampton, DT, Pittsburgh Steelers
According to the Associated Press, Steelers' defensive lineman Casey Hampton left Sunday's practice with a knee injury. The injury is not expected to be serious.

Aaron Maybin, DE, Buffalo Bills
According to the Buffalo News, Bills' first-round pick Aaron Maybin is not close to signing a contract with the team. Maybin has missed all of training camp due to the holdout, and it doesn't look like he will join the team anytime soon.

Alphonso Smith, CB, Denver Broncos
Alphonso Smith is listed as the main return man on kickoffs and punts on the Broncos' new depth chart, according to the Colorado Springs Gazette.

Jim Leonhard, S, New York Jets
Jim Leonhard is listed as the No. 1 strong safety on the Jets' latest depth chart, according to their official team website.

Erik Coleman, S, Atlanta Falcon
Erik Coleman has been moved from free safety to strong safety by the Falcons, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Quintin Mikell, S, Philadelphia Eagles
Quintin Mikell is listed as the No. 1 strong safety on the Eagles' latest depth chart, according to their official team website.

Amobi Okoye, DT, Houston Texans
Amobi Okoye has been deemed fit to play in the Texans' preseason opener, according to their official team website. He has been nursing a knee ailment.

Vonnie Holliday, DE, Miami Dolphins
According to FoxSports.com, the New England Patriots are bringing in former Dolphins' defensive end Vonnie Holliday for a workout. The Patriots are looking for depth behind starting ends Ty Warren and Richard Seymour.

Patrick Willis, LB, San Francisco 49ers
Patrick Willis missed Monday's morning practice while nursing an ankle ailment, according to the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat.

Kris Jenkins, DT, New York Jets
Kris Jenkins will miss the Jets' preseason opener due to his calf ailment, according to the New York Daily News.

Trent Cole, DE, Philadelphia Eagles
Updating an earlier report, it has been determined that Trent Cole is dealing with a sprained AC joint in his left shoulder, according to the Philadelphia Daily News.

My Fantasy Read….

It looks like Roy Williams gets a second life in Cincy, but at his age and with recent injury woes, he’ll be a low-value option….…while Brooks keep searching for a team and the Raiders could end up being his destination, he’ll have very little value to start the 2009 season….…Jackson in Cleveland is an IDP stud and coming off an 154 tackles last season, he’ll be one of the first fantasy player taken in drafts….…Mathis is a solid IDP option with 11 ½ sacks in 2008, but the move to the starting lineup should increase his total tackles and fantasy value…….the Colts defensive back Bob Sanders is key, with him out the team defense (ranked 11th in 2008) will lose some fantasy value…….Maybin was expected to be an impact player on defense this season, but his absence significantly hurts his fantasy value…….it sounds like the Niner’s linebacker Patrick Willis is fine and should return next week. He’s one of fantasy’s best IDP studs with back to back 100-plus solo tackle seasons……..no question the big man in the middle Kris Jenkins makes the Jets defense better. Owners should take note; Jenkins has struggled in the past with back injuries although he’s only missed one game the past three seasons. It’s his calf this time, but it’s still worth monitoring.


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FSH: IDP NOTES

August 6th, 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…

Deltha O'Neal, CB, Houston Texans
The Houston Chronicle is reporting that the Texans have signed defensive back Deltha O'Neal to a contract. O'Neal tried out for the team on Wednesday, and apparently impressed enough to get a contract one day later.

Kris Jenkins, DT, New York Jets
Head coach Rex Ryan indicated that Kris Jenkins' strained calf is getting better, according to the New York Daily News.

Shaun Ellis, DE, New York Jets
Shaun Ellis tweaked his back during Wednesday's practice, according to the New York Daily News.

Larry English, LB, San Diego Chargers
Larry English missed Wednesday's morning practice while nursing a minor hamstring strain, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.

Kevin Carter, DE, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
According to the Boston Herald, Kevin Carter is expected to make a decision on Thursday whether he will sign with the Patriots.

Brian Dawkins, S, Denver Broncos
According to the Denver Post, safety Brian Dawkins is expected to be out until at least Sunday with a hand injury.

Nnamdi Asomugha, DB Oakland Raiders
Nnamdi Asomugha is nursing a strained hip flexor, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

Samari Rolle, CB, Baltimore Ravens
Samari Rolle (neck) is nearing a return from the PUP list though he will be worked into the mix slowly, according to the Baltimore Sun. "He's really itching to get back," Ravens coach John Harbaugh said. "We should see him out here in the next day or two."

Trevor Pryce, DE, Baltimore Ravens
Trevor Pryce is trying to keep his 34 year old body in shape by playing soccer to help keep his footwork nimble, according to the Baltimore Sun.

Tyson Jackson, DE, Kansas City Chiefs
The National Football Post is reporting that the Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms with third overall pick Tyson Jackson. Terms of the contract were not disclosed by the team.

Derrick Burgess, DE, New England Patriots
According to the team's official website, the New England Patriots have acquired linebacker Derrick Burgess from the Raiders in exchange for a third- and fifth-round pick in 2011. The team also released offensive lineman Al Johnson to make room for Burgess.


My Fantasy Read….

For those owners playing in leagues with team defense, keep your eye on Kris Jenkins. A healthy Jenkins will mean a strong Jets defense…..the Chargers rookie linebacker Larry English will be too good to not play a considerable amount, in fact he’ll be worth drafting in deep IDP leagues and could be a strong second-half option this season….Dawkins injury required surgery, so he’s going to miss much of camp, but the savvy veteran should have little trouble learning and understanding the new defense. At Dawkins age his production may not be the same, but he’s still a serviceable IDP option…..Nnamdi Asomugha is garnered as one of the leagues very best corners. He’s not going to see a lot of balls throw his way, so don’t expect big fantasy numbers…..Burgess is still a talented pass rusher and the Patriots seem to have a way of resurrecting careers. He’s worth keeping your eye on and could be an undervalued IDP option entering fantasy drafts.


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