Fantasy Football: Quick Hits

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits Adrian Peterson – RB, Minnesota Vikings Adrian Peterson said his body feels good right now, not having as much “wear and tear” as he did at this point last season. Terrell Owens – WR, Buffalo Bills Bills coach Dick Jauron remains hopeful that Terrell Owens will play this week even though he’s yet to practice since coming down with a strained hip Tuesday. Felix Jones – RB, Dallas Cowboys Coach Wade Phillips clarified that the team is looking at other options on kickoff returns because Felix Jones is ready for a heavier offensive load. Nick Hardwick – C, San Diego Chargers Chargers C Nick Hardwick (ankle surgery) has been ruled out…

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits Ryan Moats – RB, Houston Texans Ryan Moats will start at running back for the Texans on Sunday, according to ESPN’s Bob Holtzman. Antonio Bryant – WR, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Antonio Bryant said the long plane ride home from London was partially to blame for the setback he is having with his knee. Malcolm Kelly – WR, Washington Redskins The Redskins demoted Malcolm Kelly from his starting flanker job in large part because of his route running. Willis McGahee – RB, Baltimore Ravens ESPN’s James Walker speculates that Willis McGahee will see more touches when the weather turns for the worse. Ronnie Brown – RB, Miami Dolphins Dolphins coach Tony Sparano…

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits Owen Daniels – TE, Houston Texans Owen Daniels has a torn ACL and is out for the season, according to the Houston Chronicle. Anquan Boldin – WR, Arizona Cardinals Coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday that the Cardinals will take a “wait and see” approach regarding Anquan Boldin’s aggravated ankle injury. Steve Slaton – RB, Houston Texans Texans coach Gary Kubiak was noncommittal when asked if Steve Slaton had lost his starting job to Ryan Moats after Sunday’s performance. Kevin Smith – RB, Detroit Lions Lions coach Jim Schwartz said in his post-game presser that the injury Kevin Smith suffered in Sunday’s loss wasn’t serious. Trent Edwards – QB, Buffalo Bills NFL.com’s…

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits Alex Smith – QB, San Francisco 49ers Coach Mike Singletary announced Monday that Alex Smith will take over as the 49ers’ starting quarterback beginning in Week 8. = Pick this guy up now, Alex Smith would be an excellent back up quarterback to have on your bench. Braylon Edwards – WR, New York Jets The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Braylon Edwards has been charged with misdemeanor assault stemming from an incident that took place outside a Cleveland nightclub before his trade to the Jets. DeMarcus Ware – LB, Dallas Cowboys Cowboys agreed to terms with OLB DeMarcus Ware on a new six-year contract that includes $40 million guaranteed. = Does…

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits

Fantasy Football: Quick Hits Rashard Mendenhall – RB, Pittsburgh Steelers Mendenhall (knee) was upgraded to full participation in Thursday’s practice.= Not the best fantasy match-up this week. Fast Willie Parker is a great option for Roethlisberger against the pass rush. Gridiron Experts expects to see a lot of screens and quick passes out in the flats to avoid pressure from the Vikings pass rush. LaDainian Tomlinson – RB, San Diego Chargers LT was one of four Chargers players to miss Thursday’s practice with illness.=Stay posted as LT finally has a good fantasy match up. Mark Sanchez – QB, New York Jets Jets offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer expressed confidence in Mark Sanchez Thursday, comparing his first…