Fantasy Football: Quick Hits- Mike Rodriguez

Julius Jones – RB, Seattle Seahawks

New Seahawks offensive coordinator Greg Knapp recently revealed that he will use a rotation of runners in his backfield this season. = move him even lower on your fantasy board

Kenny Britt – WR, Tennessee Titans

Kenny Britt’s lingering hamstring injury flared up again on Tuesday, and he hasn’t practiced at Titans minicamp since. = A hamstring can stick with a guy from weeks to months…keep an eye on Britt
Brett Favre – QB,
Profootballtalk.com is catching wind of rumors that free agent Brett Favre has bought a home in Minnesota.
T.J. Houshmandzadeh – WR, Seattle Seahawks
T.J. Houshmandzadeh predicts that the Seahawks will make the playoffs this season and that both he and Matt Hasselbeck will make the Pro Bowl. =Don’t believe everything you read, Housh says this kind of stuff every year. It’s one of the bad habits he picked up from  #85
Andre Brown – RB, New York Giants
Giants agreed to terms with fourth-round RB Andre Brown on a four-year contract. =This  guy has some real upside and might become a great sleeper, remember his name.
Juaquin Iglesias – WR, Chicago Bears
Rookie Juaquin Iglesias has reportedly already formed “a strong bond” with Jay Cutler at spring workouts. = So much for our  big sleeper secret, it was way too clear that someone had to step up for Cutler. Keep him in mind as a late tier 2 WR.
Marvin Harrison – WR, Indianapolis Colts
According to Charley Walters of the St. Paul Pioneer Press, there’s “buzz” the Vikings are pursuing free agent Marvin Harrison. =Rumor, I don’t see it
Jerious Norwood – RB, Atlanta Falcons
Offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey says the Falcons will continue to use their version of the Wildcat this season with Jerious Norwood under center. = Could’ve become a real fantasy weapon if the wildcat is called often, but with fantasy stud Matt Ryan under center odds are the Falcons will use the wildcat offense once maybe twice a game.
LenDale White – RB, Tennessee Titans
LenDale White is now down to 229 pounds after playing last season above 260. = Bad news for Chris Johnson owners, Lendale is not happy about being  type-cast as a goal line RB and looks to be trying to slim down for more carries.
Correll Buckhalter – RB, Denver Broncos
Broncos coach Josh McDaniels says Correll Buckhalter “just might be…our fastest back” and praised Buckhalter’s “burst” and “long speed.” = Now McDaniels  figures out how to kiss butt?  Eagle fans are snickering as Buckhalter has never been thought of as a burner. I would avoid Bronco players altogther this year as  a 5-6 win season is in store.
Devin Thomas – WR, Washington Redskins
Devin Thomas overcame his spring hamstring injury to participate fully in OTAs in June.
Cedric Benson – RB, Cincinnati Bengals
Running backs coach Jim Anderson insists Cedric Benson’s attitude and work ethic have been terrific since he signed with the Bengals last season. = Considering what the Bengals are used to, I’m not sure how much of a compliment this is, but Benson does have fantasy value

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Chris Johnson – RB, Tennessee Titans

The Titans believe the additions of Nate Washington, Kenny Britt and Jared Cook this season will keep defenses from stacking the box to stop the run.
Chris Wells – RB, Arizona Cardinals
Azcardinals.com’s Darren Urban expects Tim Hightower to open the season as the starting running back.
Brian Cushing – LB, Houston Texans
Texans coach Gary Kubiak reiterated that first-round SLB Brian Cushing “has been a starter since the day he stepped off the bus.”
Darren McFadden – RB, Oakland Raiders
The Raiders are expected to “hang their hat” on Darren McFadden in the passing game while ironing out the kinks in their deep attack.
Jared Cook – TE, Tennessee Titans
Rookie Jared Cook is already emerging as a “total mismatch” for defenses.
Clinton Portis – RB, Washington Redskins
Multiple sources have advised profootballtalk.com that Clinton Portis’ attitude is becoming a problem for coach Jim Zorn.
Carson Palmer – QB, Cincinnati Bengals
Bengals QB Carson Palmer is on a pitch count of about 150 passes per day during the team’s minicamp.
Eben Britton – T, Jacksonville Jaguars
Jaguars second-round pick Eben Britton is slated to play both guard and tackle this season.
Le’Ron McClain – RB, Baltimore Ravens
Ravens offensive coordinator Cam Cameron disputed the notion Le’Ron McClain is being moved to fullback this season.

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Ryan Grant – RB, Green Bay Packers
The Packers want Ryan Grant to improve his tackle breaking ability in order to become more of a big-play back in 2009.
Michael Vick – QB, N/A
According to the Washington Examiner, the Redskins “briefly” considered making a move for suspended QB Michael Vick but decided to pass.

Brett Favre – QB, N/A
Vikings beat writer Judd Zulgad doesn’t believe the team is out of the mix to sign free agent Brett Favre.

Cornelius Ingram – TE, Philadelphia Eagles
Eagles agreed to terms with fifth-round TE Cornelius Ingram on a four-year contract, including a $183,000 signing bonus. Some say he could fight for a starting role

Le’Ron McClain – RB, Baltimore Ravens
Ravens beat writer Mike Preston expects Le’Ron McClain to keep short-yardage duties, despite his switch to fullback.

Dwayne Bowe – WR, Kansas City Chiefs
Chiefs coach Todd Haley revealed that Dwayne Bowe reported to offseason workouts out of shape.

Derrick Mason – WR, Baltimore Ravens
Mason (left shoulder surgery) reiterated Tuesday that he’s unsure if he’ll be ready for training camp.

Plaxico Burress – WR, New York Giants
ESPN’s John Clayton says the Jets are free agent Plaxico Burress’ most likely fit if he becomes eligible to play this season.

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