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CLE - WR Terrelle Pryor the No. 2 WR in Cleveland? Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi
Cleveland Browns WR Terrelle Pryor is the team's No. 2 receiver heading into the preseason, according to ESPN Cleveland's Tony Grossi.
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Pryor has size and speed to be a mismatch for any cornerback. While Josh Gordon is out, he can hold down the spot opposite Corey Coleman and be a big play threat for Robert Griffin III. It looks like the conversion to wide receiver is taking, and Pryor has the kind of rare measureables that can equal a high ceiling for a wideout.
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NE - WR Julian Edelman practicing
Source: Boston Herald - Jeff Howe
New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman (foot) is participating in practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
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Edelman is back a little earlier than anticipated, which is a great sign considering how cautious the Patriots are being with Dion Lewis. He's going in the third or fourth round, which should be a good value considering Edelman was a PPR WR1 last year. If he continues to be as involved in the red zone as he was last year, Edelman could be a steal as a WR2.
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CHI - Hroniss Grasu has torn ACL
Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Patrick Finley
Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears C Hroniss Grasu (knee) has suffered a torn right anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. He will be required to undergo surgery and is expected to miss the 2016 season.
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Grasu was having a great summer and seemed to be turning into a cornerstone of the offensive line. Now the team will have to turn to rookie Cody Whitehair or veteran Ted Larsen. This is a big loss for an offense that is moving forward without Matt Forte and Martellus Bennett for the first time since 2012.
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TEN - RB Derrick Henry responds to critique
Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon
Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry was much better in the tempo portion of practice Friday, Aug. 5, according to head coach Mike Mularkey. Mularkery criticized Henry for his slow starts to practice the previous day.
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Henry hasn't been generating buzz in training camp, while DeMarco Murray appears to be a coach's favorite in Tennessee. While Henry's impressive size/athleticism combination could pop on the field and cause the team to re-think the position, right now it seems like Murray is the starter. For now. We love to see how Henry responded here so stay tuned.
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OAK - RB Latavius Murray having strong camp
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Vic Tafur
Oakland Raiders RB Latavius Murray is 'cruising' through training camp, according to beat writer Vic Tafur.
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Murray didn't seem to have the confidence of the organization this offseason, but he is the starter and set up to get 300+ touches again behind a great offensive line unless fifth-round pick DeAndre Washington really impresses as a rookie - which is possible. Murray should be a solid RB2 as long as he is the starter, and the quality of the offensive line and passing game could make him even better even if he doesn't improve from last year's mediocre level of play.
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SEA - RB Thomas Rawls activated off PUP
Source: NFLCommunications.com - Randall Liu
Seattle Seahawks RB Thomas Rawls (ankle) was activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list Sunday, Aug. 7.
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Most of the hand-wringing about Rawls is over, even with the team revealing that he did have surgery on his ankle this offseason. As long as Rawls gets through his first few practices without incident, he can safely be drafted in fourth or even third round as an RB2 who can be a borderline RB1 - assuming the Seahawks offensive line comes together.
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CLE - WR Corey Coleman sits out Saturday
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Dan Labbe
Cleveland Browns WR Corey Coleman (hamstring) did not participate in the team's scrimmage Saturday, Aug. 6, because of a minor hamstring injury. Head coach Hue Jackson said Coleman will be fine moving forward.
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Coleman is set up to be the team's #1 target to open the season with Josh Gordon suspended. Robert Griffin III will need to get the ball out of his hands quickly to keep from getting antsy or hurt in the pocket, so Coleman's PPR prospects are bright.
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HOU - RB Lamar Miller not practicing
Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson
Houston Texans RB Lamar Miller (ankle) is not participating in practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
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This ankle injury sounded minor when it was first reported and Miller returned to practice, but with time this kind of injury can get worse. As long as Miller doesn't miss more than a week of practice, we can treat this absence as more precaution than warning sign.
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DEN - Denver starting QB still undecided
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold
Denver Broncos QB Mark Sanchez and QB Trevor Siemian will continue to compete for the starting quarterback spot, and head coach Gary Kubiak said he hasn't even 'come close' to deciding on the starter for the preseason game against the Chicago Bears.
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This is not a good look for a team coming off of a Super Bowl season. They did drag Peyton Manning to a title last year, but if the team doesn't have confidence in their starting quarterback, it can start to affect team unity and morale. There won't be fantasy relevance at the quarterback position in Denver this year, and it could affect the value of their outstanding top two wide receivers.
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CLE - QB Robert Griffin III set to start?
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III has improved every day and has 'accepted every challenge' given to him, head coach Hue Jackson said Saturday, Aug. 6. Jackson also said he is 'very close' to naming a starting quarterback.
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The Browns are the only ones who haven't openly embraced Griffin as the starting quarterback. The only real question is whether the team will keep Josh McCown to back him up in case of injury or poor play.
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NE - New England perfect spot for RB Donald Brown
Source: Boston Herald - Adam Kurkjian
New England Patriots RB Donald Brown could not have landed in a better spot when he signed with the Patriots back in March, according to Hall-of-Fame executive Bill Polian, who chose the 29-year-old in the first round of the 2009 draft while he was the general manager of the Indianapolis Colts.
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Brown is battling James White for the very valuable backup to Dion Lewis position that made White a PPR RB1 while Lewis was out last year. He could also get a few carries in the base offense as a bigger back.
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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews practices Sunday
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (ankle) worked with the first-team offense during practice Sunday, Aug. 7, and appeared to be a full participant.
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Mathews seems to be all the way back from his ankle injury. If he gets through August without incident, he could end up being a value, assuming he has an ADP drop after his pre-camp injury cost him the first week plus of camp.
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OAK - PK Giorgio Tavecchio pushing for roster spot
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Vic Tafur
Oakland Raiders PK Giorgio Tavecchio is competing with PK Sebastian Janikowski for the kicker job during training camp, according to special teams coach Brad Seely. Seely said Janikowski is the frontrunner because of his experience.
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Janikowski is getting paid 3.6 million dollars this year, which could factor in if the battle is close.
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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews held out of practice Source: USA TODAY Sports - Turron Davenport
Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (knee) did not practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
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Matthews knee injury wasn't serious, but the team is being cautious after he had a scare earlier in the week.
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NYJ - TE Jace Amaro keeps making plays
Source: NJ.com
New York Jets TE Jace Amaro's highlights during practice Friday, Aug. 5, included a deep catch down the seam in double coverage and a touchdown in the red zone.
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Amaro is reviving his career after his first two seasons were almost a total loss. Offensive coordinator Chan Gailey should be a good fit for Amaro's receiving ability if he can stay healthy and play consistently. The Jets don't have a quality third receiving option, so Amaro could carve out a role for himself.
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NE - RB James White wants to be complete back
Source: Boston Herald - Rich Thompson
New England Patriots RB James White has been working on his run reads and pass blocking during training camp, and he said his goal is to upgrade his skills as a runner.
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White is facing competition from rookie DJ Foster and veteran Donald Brown for the backup receiving back job. In that role last year, White was a PPR RB1 after Dion Lewis went down. Lewis still hasn't returned to the field yet, so this role could be very valuable for fantasy leagues to open the season.
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BAL - Competition helping TE Maxx Williams
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Mike Preston
Baltimore Ravens TE Maxx Williams has looked healthier and stronger during training camp this year, according to beat writer Mike Preston, and Preston believes the added competition from TE Dennis Pitta and TE Benjamin Watson is making Williams a better player.
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Williams probably won't have fantasy relevance this year, but his improvement is making him poised to take over the Ravens tight end position in the future. He's definitely still worth the stash in dynasty leagues even though he isn't on the redraft radar.
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CLE - WR Terrelle Pryor the No. 2 WR in Cleveland? Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi
Cleveland Browns WR Terrelle Pryor is the team's No. 2 receiver heading into the preseason, according to ESPN Cleveland's Tony Grossi.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Pryor has size and speed to be a mismatch for any cornerback. While Josh Gordon is out, he can hold down the spot opposite Corey Coleman and be a big play threat for Robert Griffin III. It looks like the conversion to wide receiver is taking, and Pryor has the kind of rare measureables that can equal a high ceiling for a wideout.
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NE - WR Julian Edelman practicing
Source: Boston Herald - Jeff Howe
New England Patriots WR Julian Edelman (foot) is participating in practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
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Edelman is back a little earlier than anticipated, which is a great sign considering how cautious the Patriots are being with Dion Lewis. He's going in the third or fourth round, which should be a good value considering Edelman was a PPR WR1 last year. If he continues to be as involved in the red zone as he was last year, Edelman could be a steal as a WR2.
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CHI - Hroniss Grasu has torn ACL
Source: Chicago Sun-Times - Patrick Finley
Updating a previous report, Chicago Bears C Hroniss Grasu (knee) has suffered a torn right anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. He will be required to undergo surgery and is expected to miss the 2016 season.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Grasu was having a great summer and seemed to be turning into a cornerstone of the offensive line. Now the team will have to turn to rookie Cody Whitehair or veteran Ted Larsen. This is a big loss for an offense that is moving forward without Matt Forte and Martellus Bennett for the first time since 2012.
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TEN - RB Derrick Henry responds to critique
Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon
Tennessee Titans RB Derrick Henry was much better in the tempo portion of practice Friday, Aug. 5, according to head coach Mike Mularkey. Mularkery criticized Henry for his slow starts to practice the previous day.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Henry hasn't been generating buzz in training camp, while DeMarco Murray appears to be a coach's favorite in Tennessee. While Henry's impressive size/athleticism combination could pop on the field and cause the team to re-think the position, right now it seems like Murray is the starter. For now. We love to see how Henry responded here so stay tuned.
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OAK - RB Latavius Murray having strong camp
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Vic Tafur
Oakland Raiders RB Latavius Murray is 'cruising' through training camp, according to beat writer Vic Tafur.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Murray didn't seem to have the confidence of the organization this offseason, but he is the starter and set up to get 300+ touches again behind a great offensive line unless fifth-round pick DeAndre Washington really impresses as a rookie - which is possible. Murray should be a solid RB2 as long as he is the starter, and the quality of the offensive line and passing game could make him even better even if he doesn't improve from last year's mediocre level of play.
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SEA - RB Thomas Rawls activated off PUP
Source: NFLCommunications.com - Randall Liu
Seattle Seahawks RB Thomas Rawls (ankle) was activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list Sunday, Aug. 7.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Most of the hand-wringing about Rawls is over, even with the team revealing that he did have surgery on his ankle this offseason. As long as Rawls gets through his first few practices without incident, he can safely be drafted in fourth or even third round as an RB2 who can be a borderline RB1 - assuming the Seahawks offensive line comes together.
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CLE - WR Corey Coleman sits out Saturday
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Dan Labbe
Cleveland Browns WR Corey Coleman (hamstring) did not participate in the team's scrimmage Saturday, Aug. 6, because of a minor hamstring injury. Head coach Hue Jackson said Coleman will be fine moving forward.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Coleman is set up to be the team's #1 target to open the season with Josh Gordon suspended. Robert Griffin III will need to get the ball out of his hands quickly to keep from getting antsy or hurt in the pocket, so Coleman's PPR prospects are bright.
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HOU - RB Lamar Miller not practicing
Source: Houston Chronicle - Aaron Wilson
Houston Texans RB Lamar Miller (ankle) is not participating in practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This ankle injury sounded minor when it was first reported and Miller returned to practice, but with time this kind of injury can get worse. As long as Miller doesn't miss more than a week of practice, we can treat this absence as more precaution than warning sign.
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DEN - Denver starting QB still undecided
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Legwold
Denver Broncos QB Mark Sanchez and QB Trevor Siemian will continue to compete for the starting quarterback spot, and head coach Gary Kubiak said he hasn't even 'come close' to deciding on the starter for the preseason game against the Chicago Bears.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
This is not a good look for a team coming off of a Super Bowl season. They did drag Peyton Manning to a title last year, but if the team doesn't have confidence in their starting quarterback, it can start to affect team unity and morale. There won't be fantasy relevance at the quarterback position in Denver this year, and it could affect the value of their outstanding top two wide receivers.
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CLE - QB Robert Griffin III set to start?
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Robert Griffin III has improved every day and has 'accepted every challenge' given to him, head coach Hue Jackson said Saturday, Aug. 6. Jackson also said he is 'very close' to naming a starting quarterback.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
The Browns are the only ones who haven't openly embraced Griffin as the starting quarterback. The only real question is whether the team will keep Josh McCown to back him up in case of injury or poor play.
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NE - New England perfect spot for RB Donald Brown
Source: Boston Herald - Adam Kurkjian
New England Patriots RB Donald Brown could not have landed in a better spot when he signed with the Patriots back in March, according to Hall-of-Fame executive Bill Polian, who chose the 29-year-old in the first round of the 2009 draft while he was the general manager of the Indianapolis Colts.
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Brown is battling James White for the very valuable backup to Dion Lewis position that made White a PPR RB1 while Lewis was out last year. He could also get a few carries in the base offense as a bigger back.
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PHI - RB Ryan Mathews practices Sunday
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer - Jeff McLane
Philadelphia Eagles RB Ryan Mathews (ankle) worked with the first-team offense during practice Sunday, Aug. 7, and appeared to be a full participant.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Mathews seems to be all the way back from his ankle injury. If he gets through August without incident, he could end up being a value, assuming he has an ADP drop after his pre-camp injury cost him the first week plus of camp.
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OAK - PK Giorgio Tavecchio pushing for roster spot
Source: San Francisco Chronicle - Vic Tafur
Oakland Raiders PK Giorgio Tavecchio is competing with PK Sebastian Janikowski for the kicker job during training camp, according to special teams coach Brad Seely. Seely said Janikowski is the frontrunner because of his experience.
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Janikowski is getting paid 3.6 million dollars this year, which could factor in if the battle is close.
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PHI - WR Jordan Matthews held out of practice Source: USA TODAY Sports - Turron Davenport
Philadelphia Eagles WR Jordan Matthews (knee) did not practice Sunday, Aug. 7.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Matthews knee injury wasn't serious, but the team is being cautious after he had a scare earlier in the week.
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NYJ - TE Jace Amaro keeps making plays
Source: NJ.com
New York Jets TE Jace Amaro's highlights during practice Friday, Aug. 5, included a deep catch down the seam in double coverage and a touchdown in the red zone.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Amaro is reviving his career after his first two seasons were almost a total loss. Offensive coordinator Chan Gailey should be a good fit for Amaro's receiving ability if he can stay healthy and play consistently. The Jets don't have a quality third receiving option, so Amaro could carve out a role for himself.
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NE - RB James White wants to be complete back
Source: Boston Herald - Rich Thompson
New England Patriots RB James White has been working on his run reads and pass blocking during training camp, and he said his goal is to upgrade his skills as a runner.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
White is facing competition from rookie DJ Foster and veteran Donald Brown for the backup receiving back job. In that role last year, White was a PPR RB1 after Dion Lewis went down. Lewis still hasn't returned to the field yet, so this role could be very valuable for fantasy leagues to open the season.
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BAL - Competition helping TE Maxx Williams
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Mike Preston
Baltimore Ravens TE Maxx Williams has looked healthier and stronger during training camp this year, according to beat writer Mike Preston, and Preston believes the added competition from TE Dennis Pitta and TE Benjamin Watson is making Williams a better player.
[ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ [ FOOTBALLGUYS VIEW ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ] ]
Williams probably won't have fantasy relevance this year, but his improvement is making him poised to take over the Ravens tight end position in the future. He's definitely still worth the stash in dynasty leagues even though he isn't on the redraft radar.
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Source: footballguys.com