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DAL - WR Dez Bryant could return in Week 8
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer
Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant (foot) may be most likely to return in Week 8 against the Seattle Seahawks, according to ESPNDallas.com's Todd Archer. Archer said Bryant could also return for Week 7 against the New York Giants at the earliest.
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The Cowboys are going to be cautious with their superstar wide receiver. Bryant should be ready to come back sometime around midseason.
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DEN - RB C.J. Anderson should be ready
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck
Denver Broncos RB C.J. Anderson (toe) should be fine for the team's Week 2 game against the Kansas City Chiefs after he suffered a toe injury during the team's Week 1 game, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
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Anderson needs to start producing if he wants to hold on to the starting job. Ronnie Hillman worked well in Week 1 with Anderson banged up.
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ARI - RB Andre Ellington has PCL sprain
Source: SportsCenter
Updating a previous report, Arizona Cardinals RB Andre Ellington (knee) suffered a Grade 1 posterior cruciate ligament sprain Sunday, Sept. 13.
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Ellington is expected to return in two to three weeks. In the meantime, we'll see Chris Johnson as the lead back for the Cardinals. Rookie David Johnson will get an increased role as the team's change-of-pace back.
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CLE - No decision on QB Josh McCown's status
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown (concussion) is taking part in the concussion protocol but his status for the team's Week 2 game against Tennessee Titans will not be determined until later in the week, according to head coach Mike Pettine.
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Pettine said he is planning right now as though QB Johnny Manziel will be the starter. Fantasy owners should plan on Manziel starting as well.
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BUF - Coach happy with QB Tyrod Taylor
Source: The Buffalo News
Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor played well against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1 and has the ability to beat a team with his arm and legs, according to head coach Rex Ryan. 'He beats you with his arm,' Ryan said. 'He's smart. You can't trick him. I mean, it's hard to trick him. Obviously, he has that added dimension with his legs. You know, he's great. He's got a great feel for it. … The great ones, they just got that presence. He has a presence to him.'
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Fantasy owners are happy with Taylor's performance. The offense looked good with Taylor running the show. He used his legs to keep plays alive or pick up rushing yards. Taylor also used his strong arm to attack deep. The team won big over the Colts even though Sammy Watkins was not involved. If they can figure out how to get Watkins the rock, the team could be even more explosive offensively.
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IND - Indy to be cautious with WR T.Y. Hilton
Source: NFL.com
Indianapolis Colts WR T.Y. Hilton (knee) is day-to-day with a bruised knee, but the Colts will be cautious with him and he could miss one or two games depending on how he feels, according to a source with knowledge of his condition. Hilton led the Colts with seven catches for 88 yards on 14 targets in their Week 1 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
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That's the wise move. The Colts have a ton of talent at the wide receiver position, so they could do more than just "get by" without him. Donte Moncrief's role on the outside will increase if Hilton sits out.
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GB - WR Randall Cobb fine after Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky
Green Bay Packers WR Randall Cobb (shoulder) said he did not suffer any setbacks with his shoulder during the Week 1 game against the Chicago Bears. He said he is not sure when his injured shoulder will be completely healed.
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Good news for Cobb and his fantasy owners here. This shoulder problem could linger, but so long as it doesn't get worse he'll be a WR1 for fantasy every week.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning uncomfortable in offense
Source: The Denver Post - Mark Kiszla
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning looked very uncomfortable in head coach Gary Kubiak's new offense in Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens. He had just 175 yards on 40 attempts and also threw an interception for a touchdown. 'Peyton sometimes needs that spark. This is a new offense, something totally new for him. He's going to lean on us. And we can handle it,' CB Chris Harris Jr. said. The Broncos had just 219 total yards of offense in the game.
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Manning needs to get comfortable as soon as possible. He was a bit grumpy after the win as the media was gauging his comfort level. Manning should have faith in the rushing attack and the defense to do the heavy lifting for the Broncos in 2015. He's a low-end QB1 at best in this new-look Broncos offense.
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CHI - WR Alshon Jeffery most targeted Bear
Source: ESPN
Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (calf) saw 11 targets in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers despite dealing with a nagging calf injury. Jeffery caught five of those 11 targets for 78 yards.
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We weren't sure how healthy Jeffery was before this game, but we all have a better idea now. As the focal point of the Bears passing game, Jeffery should be considered a WR1 for fantasy owners. He does have a tough matchup this week though.
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JAX - TE Julius Thomas' timetable uncertain
Source: ESPN.com - Mike DiRocco
Jacksonville Jaguars TE Julius Thomas' (finger) timetable is uncertain at this point because head coach Gus Bradley said he is not sure if Thomas will be ready for a Week 4 return.
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Fantasy owners who added Thomas will have to keep looking for help elsewhere. Hopefully, you can make a move or trade for a guy like Tyler Eifert or at least Austin Seferian-Jenkins.
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OAK - Can QB Derek Carr play in Week 2?
Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler
Contrary to a previous report, Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (thumb) has a good chance of playing against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 2 after receiving encouraging news from his MRI exam Monday, Sept. 14, according to a team source.
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Fantasy owners are going to have to watch this situation. Carr was diagnosed with a bruised thumb. His ability to play will be determined by how much the swelling in his hand goes down this week. You may not have Carr as a fantasy asset, but certainly guys like WR Amari Cooper and WR Michael Crabtree are startable options if Carr is effective.
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HOU - OLB Jadeveon Clowney felt good Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli
Houston Texans LB Jadeveon Clowney (knee) said he felt good during his limited playing time against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1.
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It was good to see Clowney out on the field making plays. Clowney recorded four tackles during the game including one tackle for loss.
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OAK - Oakland will not add QB Christian Ponder
Source: ESPN - Chris Mortensen
Free-agent QB Christian Ponder (Raiders) has been informed by the Oakland Raiders that they will not be signing him at this point.
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That's a good sign for Derek Carr. Ponder is on the team's emergency list at quarterback if they need him.
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TEN - TE Delanie Walker could play in Week 2
Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon
Tennessee Titans TE Delanie Walker (hand) has a chance to play in Week 2 despite his hand injury, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
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Keep an eye on this situation as the week of practice goes on. If Walker practices on Friday, then project him as a low-end TE1.
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MIA - WR DeVante Parker sees one snap
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker was on the field for only one snap during the team's Week 1 game. Head coach Joe Philbin said he wants Parker to be more comfortable with the offense before he sees more playing time, but he is moving around better on the field.
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We love Parker's natural talent, but he's got to get up to speed with the offense. He's a great deep threat when at full strength and with a full understanding of the playbook.
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HOU - Houston not ready to name starting QB
Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli
Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien said he has a good idea of who will be the starting quarterback against the Carolina Panthers in Week 2 but is not ready to announce it at this point.
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Ryan Mallett should be the starter based on the way he played in Week 1. Brian Hoyer does not inspire confidence, and the team is better off going in a different direction.
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DEN - WR Demaryius Thomas will be fine
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck
Denver Broncos WR Demaryius Thomas (hand) will be fine after he suffered a hand injury during the team's Week 1 game, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
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Thomas is good to go as the team's no1 wide receiver. He should perform like a WR1 for fantasy owners in Week 2 against the Chiefs.
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BAL - WR Kamar Aiken does not produce in Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Baltimore Ravens WR Kamar Aiken caught one pass for minus one yard in the team's Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos.
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Nobody should be shocked by this. Until rookie Breshad Perriman is healthy, the team won't have many options opposite Steve Smith.
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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins not involved
Source: WGR Sports Radio 550 - Joe Buscaglia
Updating a previous report, Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins had zero catches and just three targets in a Week 1 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
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This has a lot to do with the coverage he received from Colts CB Vontae Davis. As long as the Bills offense is moving the ball, they don't really care who is getting the ball.
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NE - QB Tom Brady excels against Rex Ryan
Source: NFL Network - Albert Breer
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady is 10-4 and is 317-for-534 for 3,744 yards, 25 touchdowns, eight interceptions and a quarterback rating of 90.1 against Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan since Ryan became the defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens in 2005.
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This is going to be an interesting matchup to watch in Week 2. The game between the Bills and the Patriots will certainly have ramifications within the division.
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DET - RB Ameer Abdullah plays more
Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett
Detroit Lions RB Ameer Abdullah (21) played more snaps than RB Joique Bell (18) and RB Theo Riddick (8) in Week 1.
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The Lions are likely to continue with some form of RBBC, but the rookie Abdullah is clearly the most valuable asset. He may not be built to carry a large workload, but Abdullah can rip off big plays frequently and he does a good job of making defenders miss in the open field. With his explosiveness, Abdullah makes for a nice RB2/flex play for fantasy owners.
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CAR - RB Jonathan Stewart plays 50 snaps
Source: Charlotte Observer - Jonathan Jones
Carolina Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart played 50 snaps Sunday, Sept. 13, which was a lot more than the team wanted to play him in Week 1.
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Stewart was not as productive as he could've been on Sunday. He finished with 56 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving against the Jaguars. Going forward, the Panthers should craft better ways to get him space as a runner. This makes Stewart a RB2 for fantasy owners every week.
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DAL - WR Dez Bryant could return in Week 8
Source: ESPNDallas.com - Todd Archer
Dallas Cowboys WR Dez Bryant (foot) may be most likely to return in Week 8 against the Seattle Seahawks, according to ESPNDallas.com's Todd Archer. Archer said Bryant could also return for Week 7 against the New York Giants at the earliest.
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The Cowboys are going to be cautious with their superstar wide receiver. Bryant should be ready to come back sometime around midseason.
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DEN - RB C.J. Anderson should be ready
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck
Denver Broncos RB C.J. Anderson (toe) should be fine for the team's Week 2 game against the Kansas City Chiefs after he suffered a toe injury during the team's Week 1 game, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
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Anderson needs to start producing if he wants to hold on to the starting job. Ronnie Hillman worked well in Week 1 with Anderson banged up.
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ARI - RB Andre Ellington has PCL sprain
Source: SportsCenter
Updating a previous report, Arizona Cardinals RB Andre Ellington (knee) suffered a Grade 1 posterior cruciate ligament sprain Sunday, Sept. 13.
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Ellington is expected to return in two to three weeks. In the meantime, we'll see Chris Johnson as the lead back for the Cardinals. Rookie David Johnson will get an increased role as the team's change-of-pace back.
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CLE - No decision on QB Josh McCown's status
Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot
Cleveland Browns QB Josh McCown (concussion) is taking part in the concussion protocol but his status for the team's Week 2 game against Tennessee Titans will not be determined until later in the week, according to head coach Mike Pettine.
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Pettine said he is planning right now as though QB Johnny Manziel will be the starter. Fantasy owners should plan on Manziel starting as well.
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BUF - Coach happy with QB Tyrod Taylor
Source: The Buffalo News
Buffalo Bills QB Tyrod Taylor played well against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 1 and has the ability to beat a team with his arm and legs, according to head coach Rex Ryan. 'He beats you with his arm,' Ryan said. 'He's smart. You can't trick him. I mean, it's hard to trick him. Obviously, he has that added dimension with his legs. You know, he's great. He's got a great feel for it. … The great ones, they just got that presence. He has a presence to him.'
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Fantasy owners are happy with Taylor's performance. The offense looked good with Taylor running the show. He used his legs to keep plays alive or pick up rushing yards. Taylor also used his strong arm to attack deep. The team won big over the Colts even though Sammy Watkins was not involved. If they can figure out how to get Watkins the rock, the team could be even more explosive offensively.
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IND - Indy to be cautious with WR T.Y. Hilton
Source: NFL.com
Indianapolis Colts WR T.Y. Hilton (knee) is day-to-day with a bruised knee, but the Colts will be cautious with him and he could miss one or two games depending on how he feels, according to a source with knowledge of his condition. Hilton led the Colts with seven catches for 88 yards on 14 targets in their Week 1 loss to the Buffalo Bills.
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That's the wise move. The Colts have a ton of talent at the wide receiver position, so they could do more than just "get by" without him. Donte Moncrief's role on the outside will increase if Hilton sits out.
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GB - WR Randall Cobb fine after Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Rob Demovsky
Green Bay Packers WR Randall Cobb (shoulder) said he did not suffer any setbacks with his shoulder during the Week 1 game against the Chicago Bears. He said he is not sure when his injured shoulder will be completely healed.
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Good news for Cobb and his fantasy owners here. This shoulder problem could linger, but so long as it doesn't get worse he'll be a WR1 for fantasy every week.
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DEN - QB Peyton Manning uncomfortable in offense
Source: The Denver Post - Mark Kiszla
Denver Broncos QB Peyton Manning looked very uncomfortable in head coach Gary Kubiak's new offense in Week 1 against the Baltimore Ravens. He had just 175 yards on 40 attempts and also threw an interception for a touchdown. 'Peyton sometimes needs that spark. This is a new offense, something totally new for him. He's going to lean on us. And we can handle it,' CB Chris Harris Jr. said. The Broncos had just 219 total yards of offense in the game.
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Manning needs to get comfortable as soon as possible. He was a bit grumpy after the win as the media was gauging his comfort level. Manning should have faith in the rushing attack and the defense to do the heavy lifting for the Broncos in 2015. He's a low-end QB1 at best in this new-look Broncos offense.
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CHI - WR Alshon Jeffery most targeted Bear
Source: ESPN
Chicago Bears WR Alshon Jeffery (calf) saw 11 targets in Week 1 against the Green Bay Packers despite dealing with a nagging calf injury. Jeffery caught five of those 11 targets for 78 yards.
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We weren't sure how healthy Jeffery was before this game, but we all have a better idea now. As the focal point of the Bears passing game, Jeffery should be considered a WR1 for fantasy owners. He does have a tough matchup this week though.
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JAX - TE Julius Thomas' timetable uncertain
Source: ESPN.com - Mike DiRocco
Jacksonville Jaguars TE Julius Thomas' (finger) timetable is uncertain at this point because head coach Gus Bradley said he is not sure if Thomas will be ready for a Week 4 return.
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Fantasy owners who added Thomas will have to keep looking for help elsewhere. Hopefully, you can make a move or trade for a guy like Tyler Eifert or at least Austin Seferian-Jenkins.
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OAK - Can QB Derek Carr play in Week 2?
Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler
Contrary to a previous report, Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr (thumb) has a good chance of playing against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 2 after receiving encouraging news from his MRI exam Monday, Sept. 14, according to a team source.
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Fantasy owners are going to have to watch this situation. Carr was diagnosed with a bruised thumb. His ability to play will be determined by how much the swelling in his hand goes down this week. You may not have Carr as a fantasy asset, but certainly guys like WR Amari Cooper and WR Michael Crabtree are startable options if Carr is effective.
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HOU - OLB Jadeveon Clowney felt good Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli
Houston Texans LB Jadeveon Clowney (knee) said he felt good during his limited playing time against the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 1.
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It was good to see Clowney out on the field making plays. Clowney recorded four tackles during the game including one tackle for loss.
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OAK - Oakland will not add QB Christian Ponder
Source: ESPN - Chris Mortensen
Free-agent QB Christian Ponder (Raiders) has been informed by the Oakland Raiders that they will not be signing him at this point.
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That's a good sign for Derek Carr. Ponder is on the team's emergency list at quarterback if they need him.
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TEN - TE Delanie Walker could play in Week 2
Source: The Tennessean - John Glennon
Tennessee Titans TE Delanie Walker (hand) has a chance to play in Week 2 despite his hand injury, according to head coach Ken Whisenhunt.
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Keep an eye on this situation as the week of practice goes on. If Walker practices on Friday, then project him as a low-end TE1.
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MIA - WR DeVante Parker sees one snap
Source: The Miami Herald - Barry Jackson
Miami Dolphins WR DeVante Parker was on the field for only one snap during the team's Week 1 game. Head coach Joe Philbin said he wants Parker to be more comfortable with the offense before he sees more playing time, but he is moving around better on the field.
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We love Parker's natural talent, but he's got to get up to speed with the offense. He's a great deep threat when at full strength and with a full understanding of the playbook.
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HOU - Houston not ready to name starting QB
Source: ESPN.com - Tania Ganguli
Houston Texans head coach Bill O'Brien said he has a good idea of who will be the starting quarterback against the Carolina Panthers in Week 2 but is not ready to announce it at this point.
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Ryan Mallett should be the starter based on the way he played in Week 1. Brian Hoyer does not inspire confidence, and the team is better off going in a different direction.
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DEN - WR Demaryius Thomas will be fine
Source: The Denver Post - Troy E. Renck
Denver Broncos WR Demaryius Thomas (hand) will be fine after he suffered a hand injury during the team's Week 1 game, according to head coach Gary Kubiak.
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Thomas is good to go as the team's no1 wide receiver. He should perform like a WR1 for fantasy owners in Week 2 against the Chiefs.
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BAL - WR Kamar Aiken does not produce in Week 1
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Baltimore Ravens WR Kamar Aiken caught one pass for minus one yard in the team's Week 1 game against the Denver Broncos.
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Nobody should be shocked by this. Until rookie Breshad Perriman is healthy, the team won't have many options opposite Steve Smith.
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BUF - WR Sammy Watkins not involved
Source: WGR Sports Radio 550 - Joe Buscaglia
Updating a previous report, Buffalo Bills WR Sammy Watkins had zero catches and just three targets in a Week 1 win over the Indianapolis Colts.
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This has a lot to do with the coverage he received from Colts CB Vontae Davis. As long as the Bills offense is moving the ball, they don't really care who is getting the ball.
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NE - QB Tom Brady excels against Rex Ryan
Source: NFL Network - Albert Breer
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady is 10-4 and is 317-for-534 for 3,744 yards, 25 touchdowns, eight interceptions and a quarterback rating of 90.1 against Buffalo Bills head coach Rex Ryan since Ryan became the defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens in 2005.
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This is going to be an interesting matchup to watch in Week 2. The game between the Bills and the Patriots will certainly have ramifications within the division.
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DET - RB Ameer Abdullah plays more
Source: Detroit Free Press - Dave Birkett
Detroit Lions RB Ameer Abdullah (21) played more snaps than RB Joique Bell (18) and RB Theo Riddick (8) in Week 1.
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The Lions are likely to continue with some form of RBBC, but the rookie Abdullah is clearly the most valuable asset. He may not be built to carry a large workload, but Abdullah can rip off big plays frequently and he does a good job of making defenders miss in the open field. With his explosiveness, Abdullah makes for a nice RB2/flex play for fantasy owners.
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CAR - RB Jonathan Stewart plays 50 snaps
Source: Charlotte Observer - Jonathan Jones
Carolina Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart played 50 snaps Sunday, Sept. 13, which was a lot more than the team wanted to play him in Week 1.
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Stewart was not as productive as he could've been on Sunday. He finished with 56 yards rushing and 25 yards receiving against the Jaguars. Going forward, the Panthers should craft better ways to get him space as a runner. This makes Stewart a RB2 for fantasy owners every week.
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Source: footballguys.com