FSH: SUNDAY NIGHT FANTASY FOOTBALL HEADLINES

December 13th,　2009　9:37pm　PST
　

Sunday Night FF Headlines

Who is now making Fantasy News?

Keep track of which players are making noise
[fantasy points based on traditional scoring]
　
QB-Matt Schaub has huge day against Seahawks...
The Texans quarterback lit up the dome on Sunday in front of the home crowd. Schaub was spectacular completing 29 of 39 passes for 365 yards and two touchdowns to take down the Seahawks 34-7. (24-fantasy points)

RB-Ray Rice runs through Lions defense....
The Ravens second year running back Ray Rice trampled through the Lions run defense for big yards, including a 59 yard touchdown dart. Rice shredded the defense for a total of 219 total yards and two touchdowns to lead the Ravens. (31 fantasy points)

RB-Ryan Grant has big day on the ground.....
The Packers used a 62-yard run by running back Ryan Grant to start fast and behind his 20 carries for 137-yards were able to hold off the Bears. Grant also added a second touchdown to cap off his Sunday effort. (25-fantasy points)

RB-Chris Johnson continues on his run for the record.....
The Titans running back continues his assault toward the record books. On Sunday against the Rams Johnson broke free for 186 total yards (117 rushing/69 receiving) and two touchdowns. For the season Johnson has eclipsed 2,000 yards of offense (2,017). (35-fantasy points)

WR-Brandon Marshall sets the record in a loss....
The Broncos wide receiver did all he could to try and help his team pull off the upset, but despite his great effort they came up short. In the loss Marshall did manage to set an NFL record with 21 receptions and finished the game with 200 yards receiving with two touchdowns. (32-fantasy points)

WR-Andre Johnson is simply unstoppable....
The Texans receiver Andre Johnson was an unstoppable force on Sunday hauling in 11 catches for 193 yards and single-handly endng any chance for the Seahawks to stay competitive. Johnson also added a pair of scores to sink the opposition. (31-fantasy points)

Notable IDP Fantasy Newsmakers…

The Redskins rookie linebacker Brian Orakpo had his best day as a professional recording four sacks on sunday against the Raiders. Orakpo also finished the afternoon with six total tackles and a forced fumble.

The Texans fourth year defensive lineman Mario Williams was a disruptive force on the field Sunday recording two sacks to go along with six tackles.

The Colts linebacker Gary Bracket turned in a solid performance on Sunday and was instrumental down the stretch in the Colts win over the Broncos. Brackett finished the day with 12 tackles and a sack to lead the defense.

By David Ortega

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FSH: SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL NOTES

December 13th,　2009　8:57pm　PST
　

Sunday Football Notes

Week 14 Injury round-up
(Updated Sunday Dec. 13th)


Notable Offensive Player Injuries

Matt Hasselbeck-QB (Seahawks)
The Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck aggravated a shoulder injury in Sunday's loss to the Texans, but was able to return to the game after a bried absence. Hasselbeck finished the game with 247 yards, but was relatively ineffective all day under constant pressure from the defense.

Vince Young-QB (Titans)
The Titans quarterback Vince Young left Sunday's game against the Rams following a hamstring injury. In the second quarter Young scrambled free and scampered his way 44 yards before pulling up lame. Young exited the game and did not return, but finished the game with 132 yards passing, with one touchdown pass, and 44 yards rushing. Owners should check on his status later in the week.

Pierre Thomas-RB (Saints)
The Saints running back Pierre Thomas suffered a foot injury in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Falcons. Thomas left the game to get checked, but returned to finish the game with 100 total yards. He looks like he'll be good to go next week against the Cowboys.

Kevin Smith-RB (Lions)
The Lions running back Kevin Smith suffered a left knee injury late in Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Smith was injured during a run when he stopped awkwardly and immediately went down on the play. Smith had to be carted off.

Correll Buckhalter-RB (Broncos)
The Broncos running back Correll Buckhalter suffered an ankle injury in the first half of Sunday's tilt with the Indianapolis Colts. Buckhalter left the game following the injury and did not return. He finished the day with just four carries for 19 yards.

Derrick Mason-WR (Ravens)
The Ravens receiver Derrick Mason took a hard shot early in Sunday's contest with the Lions. Mason stayed on his feet during the play and took the short pass 62-yards into the endzone. Mason was grimmacing in pain, but remained in the game. He did leave early once the contest was decided and the injury doesn't appear to be serious.

Nate Burleson-WR (Seahawks)
The Seahawks wide receiver Nate Burleson sustained what was believed to be a minor ankle injury on sunday, but word is now he will undergo an MRI on Monday.

Davone Bess-WR (Dolphins)
The Dolphins wide receiver Davone Bess (ankle) was dinged up on Sunday against Jaguars and had to leave the game briefly. He did return, but was a non-factor for much of the day catching just three balls for 22 yards.

Jeremy Maclin-WR (Eagles)
The Eagles rookie wide receiver Jeremy Maclin left Sunday night's game against the Giants in the first half with a foot injury. According to NBC's Andrea Kramer during the SNF telecast when Maclin was carted off he was visibly upset. The injury reported was his plantar fasciitis flared up in the second quarter.
　
Notable Defensive Player Injuries

Vince Wilfork-DL (Patriots)
The Patriots defensive lineman vince Wilfork injured his ankle and left Sunday's game against the Panthers briefly. Upon his return a few plays later he apparently reaggravated the same injury and exited the game again. He has been troubled with foot and ankle injuries all season.

DeMarcus Ware-LB (Cowboys)
The Cowboys outside linebacker DeMarcus Ware suffered an apparent head/neck injury early in the fourth quarter against the Chargers. Ware was immobilized and carted off the field. Initial reports are calling the injury a sprained neck and Ware has movement in all his extremities. He was taken to the hospital for X-rays and further examination. Owners will have to check his status later in the week.

Aaron Curry-LB (Seahawks)
The Seahawks rookie linebacker Aaron Curry suffered a hip pointer on Sunday in the team's matchup with the Texans. Curry had to be carted off and X-rays following the game showed no fracture. IDP owners will need to check his status during the week.

Nnamdi Asomugha-DB (Raiders)
The Raiders shutdown corner Nnamdi Asomugha left Sunday's game against the Redskins after suffering a right forearm injury. There is no update on the seriousness of the injury.
　
By David Ortega

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FSH: THE FANTASY SPORTS ZONE (THE FOUR HORSEMEN)

December 13th, 2009 - 7:57Am PST

The FOUR HORSEMEN

Here are my four fantasy football riders for

Week 14.

Quarterback:

The Cowboys quarterback has played pretty well over the past couple of weeks (701 yards, five touchdowns last two games) and coming off a loss last week, he and the offense will look to get well fast. The Texas boys have so many weapons on offense. expect to see Romo air it out quite a bit today and find many of those weapons. (Prediction: 24 of 32 passing, 325 yards, three touchdowns)

Running back:

The Broncos have a tough matchup with the Colts today and one of the keys for a win will be ball control. Over the past month rookie running back Knowshon Moreno has come on as a reliable ground gainer and averaged nearly 90 yards per game wtih a five yards per carry average. Against the Colts today expect the offense to lean heavily on the ground attack and Moreno. (Prediction: 24 carries, 115 yards, one touchdown)

Wide Receiver:

No Harvin today will mean a huge day of work for Vikings receiver Sidney Rice. The Vikings tall wideout has easily become quarterback Brett Favre's favorite target and should be heavily targeted today. Look for Rice to put up big numbers today against a secondary that has struggled downfield some this season. (Prediction: 8 receptions, 165 yards, one touchdown)

Tight End:

The Ravens will play host to the Lions today and while the focus will likely be the run, keep your eye on Todd Heap. The Lions defense will struggle to keep the Ravens out of the red-zone, so look for Flacco to target his big tight end when the offense is in close. (Prediction: 6 receptions, 65 yards, one touchdown)

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FSH: SUNDAY MORNING GAMETIME

December 13th, 2009 - 8:27Am PST

SUNDAY GAME-TIME

HARVIN NOT EXPECTED TO GO....

Bad news for fantasy owners, the current word according to NFL.com is Harvin is unlikely to play today against the Bengals. Sidney Rice owners should be licking their chops.

TOM BRADY WILL PLAY TODAY.....

The Patriots quarterback Tom Brady will play today against the Panthers according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

SIMS-WALKER NOT LIKELY TO PLAY....

The Jaguars wide receiver Sims-Walker was out testing the calf this morning, but reports from various sources indicate he is unlikely to go today against the Dolphins. We'll have to see.

TURNER TO SIT AGAINST SAINTS....

It looks like Jason Snelling and Jerious Norwood will carry the load today with running back Michael Turner being ruled out today.

MATT RYAN RULED OUT FOR TODAY....

The Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan has been ruled out for today's matchup with the Saints. Chris Redmen will get the start in his place.

WINFIELD ACTIVE AND WILL START...

The Vikings playmaker on defense Antoine Winfield will be active today and will start for the Vikings against the Bengals today.

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FSH: THE ATL REPORT

December 12th, 2009 - 11:57pm PST

The ATL Report

What's Happening

Around the League

Warner not on injury report...

With an extra day of rest, Warner looks ready for Monday NIght's showdown with the Niners. The 38 year old had suffered a concussion three weeks ago, but after last Sunday's dismantle of the Vikings he's looking like a strong fantasy play this week.

Forsett in line for more carries....

Last week the Seahawks running back was limited playing with a thigh injury, but this week he's healthy. According to head coach Jim Mora running back Justin Forsett will be in line for more work and should be productive against the Texans 22nd ranked run defense.

Jackson listed as questionable for Sunday....

So has been the routine the past couple of weeks for the Rams workhorse. Jackson has not practiced in three weeks, but has not missed a game this season. With seven 100-yard rushing games under his belt this season, including two the past two weeks it would be tough to sit him.

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