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5/17/2013

Rob Gronkowski, TE, NE

Rob Gronkowski

First Gronk's arm, now his back?!

News: On the same day NFL Network reported Rob Gronkowski had a Monday, May 20 date set for his fourth surgery related to his left forearm, USA Today reports the tight end's back is "acting up" and might require surgery after undergoing an MRI for a disc issue. The report said this disc is different than the one that needed to be shaved down in a 2009 surgical procedure, forcing Gronk to miss that year of football while enrolled at Arizona. ESPN reports the back issue is considered minor and his long-term prognosis is good. Gronkowski will see noted spine specialist Dr. Robert Watkins after his forearm surgery, which will replace a metal plate in his forearm. If Gronkowski needs back surgery the hope is that he can heal from that and his arm at the same time and be ready before the start of the season. Also, it bears repeating that a fifth arm surgery is still possible if there's an infection in his arm though ProFootballTalk.com reports doctors are confident that won't be the case.
Analysis: Before you hyperventilate and scratch Gronk off your rank lists, remember that it's only mid-May and there is still time to see how he heals up from whichever surgeries he ends up having. It goes without saying that his Fantasy draft stock will be affected negatively if he has all the procedures and isn't ready for training camp or preseason games. Count on us to keep you posted on the latest news on Gronkowski between now and when the season starts.

5/17/2013

EJ Manuel, QB, BUF

EJ Manuel

Manuel could start Week 1

News: The Bills official team website reports that new general manager Doug Whaley was asked in an appearance on the NFL Network about the chances of rookie quarterback E.J. Manuel being ready to start Week 1 of the regular season. Whaley didn’t rule out the possibility. “Time will tell,” said Whaley. ”He does have the work ethic and the leadership qualities that he’ll have a chance. But we believe competition brings out the best in everybody. Between him, Kevin Kolb, Tarvaris Jackson, even Jeff Tuel, we’re excited to see who comes out on top of that position battle.” Buffalo’s season opener is a home game against New England.
Analysis: We'd like to see Manuel start from Week 1 because he presents the most upside of the quarterback group in Buffalo. Keep an eye on Manuel's progress this offseason, and he has the chance to be a No. 2 Fantasy quarterback in standard leagues. In rookie-only drafts, Manuel should be considered a Top 15 overall selection.

5/17/2013

Mike Goodson, RB, NYJ

Mike Goodson

Goodson arrested Friday

News: Jets running back Mike Goodson was arrested on drug and weapon charges early on Friday morning, reports News 12 in New Jersey. According to the report, Goodson and another man were found intoxicated in a parked SUV along Route 80 in Denville, New Jersey, which is about 15 miles northwest of the Jets' headquarters in Florham Park. A loaded .45-caliber handgun with hollow-point bullets was found in the SUV and when the 25-year-old running back was transported to a hospital for evaluation, marijuana was discovered in his possession. The Jets signed Goodson to a three-year, $6 million contract on March 15 to compete for a starting job this season. Goodson's deal with the Jets included a $1.93 million guaranteed. CBSSports.com blogger Will Brinson researched that illegal possession of hollow point bullets is a "crime of the fourth degree" in New Jersey, which appears to be among the states with the strictest laws regarding the ammunition.
Analysis: Goodson could be headed to prison, not to mention an NFL suspension, if found guilty of this crime. Before this incident we expected him to be No. 2 on the depth chart behind Chris Ivory. Now there's no telling just how far he'll fall. For the time being there's no reason to spend anything more than a late-round flier on Goodson since his playing time was going to be fairly limited to begin with.

5/17/2013

Bruce Irvin, LB, SEA Irvin suspended four games

Bruce Irvin

Irvin suspended four games

News: Seattle defensive end Bruce Irvin has been suspended without pay for the first four games of the 2013 regular season for violating the NFL policy on performance enhancing substances, the team reported Friday. Irvin will be eligible to return to the Seahawks' active roster on Monday, Sept. 30 following the team's Sept. 29 game against the Texans. Irvin is eligible to participate in all offseason and preseason practices and games. "I want to apologize to my teammates, coaches and Seahawks fans for making a mistake when I took a substance that is prohibited in the NFL without a medical exemption," Irvin said in a statement. "I am extremely disappointed in the poor judgment I showed and take full responsibility for my actions. I will not appeal the discipline and instead will focus my energy on preparing for the season so I can begin earning your trust and respect again. I look forward to contributing to the team the moment I return."
Analysis: Irvin had a solid year in 2012 with eight sacks. He didn't provide much else with only 16 total tackles and one fumble recovery, but he now will miss the first four games of the season. He is only worth drafting with a late-round flier in IDP leagues.

5/17/2013

Josh Cribbs, WR, OAK

Josh Cribbs

Cribbs still not healthy

News: The Raiders official team website reports that newly signed receiver Josh Cribbs hopes to have a role on offense as much as just being a return man. "Definitely. I feel like it’s a definite possibility for competition at that position," Cribbs said. "At this point, my job is to come in and be a special teams' guru to help solidify our special teams unit in the NFL and to raise our goals and our standards. If we do that, we will become an elite unit." Cribbs also addressed the health of his knee. "I’m doing well," Cribbs said. "If we were lining up to play football in June then it would be a hot topic. I will be ready to play football when it’s time to play football, and I think that is the important thing."
Analysis: It sounds like Cribbs is still dealing with his knee issue, but he should be ready for the start of training camp. He also could see time at receiver, but he'll have to prove himself first. He's not worth drafting in standard leagues, but he could be worth a late-round flier in leagues where you get points for return yardage.

5/17/2013

Matt Ryan, QB, ATL

Matt Ryan

Ryan speaks on O-line

News: Matt Ryan's receiving threats are well documented and the Falcons' run game got a strong upgrade in Steven Jackson. But the offensive line is undergoing some changes as center Todd McClure retired and Tyson Clabo was released. Ryan says not to worry about it. "We've got a guy in Peter Konz that played guard for us last year, but during practice, I got a lot of snaps with Peter. Joe Hawley has played a little bit for us when Todd’s been out for a series or two throughout games the last couple of years. I’ll be fine. We’ll be fine with those guys in terms of the snap," Ryan told 790 The Zone in Atlanta. "It’s a little different and that takes some getting used to so it becomes something you don’t even think about. ... We've got Mike Johnson who has played a number of different roles for us. Then a young guy like Lamar Holmes, he’s a guy we drafted high last year that we feel really good about. He’s extremely talented and I think he’s beginning to learn the offense more and more and this offseason has been productive for him. I’m excited about those guys. I think they’re fully capable of coming in and playing good football for us. They just need to do it."
Analysis: The Falcons' offensive line is actually a significant factor for Ryan. Last season when he was not under pressure and not blitzed he completed over 70 percent of his passes. When he was blitzed or under pressure that completion percentage fell to under 62 percent according to Pro Football Focus. That's probably typical for most quarterbacks but we've seen passers' numbers completely decline when they're under duress (think of Arizona last year, Chicago and St. Louis in years past). Granted, Ryan's a very talented passer and the O-line shouldn't be what does him in, it's just something to watch in camp this summer. He remains a No. 1 Fantasy quarterback who will fall to Round 4 in drafts this summer.

5/17/2013

Falcons, TQB ATL,

Falcons

Ryan speaks on O-line

News: Matt Ryan's receiving threats are well documented and the Falcons' run game got a strong upgrade in Steven Jackson. But the offensive line is undergoing some changes as center Todd McClure retired and Tyson Clabo was released. Ryan says not to worry about it. "We've got a guy in Peter Konz that played guard for us last year, but during practice, I got a lot of snaps with Peter. Joe Hawley has played a little bit for us when Todd’s been out for a series or two throughout games the last couple of years. I’ll be fine. We’ll be fine with those guys in terms of the snap," Ryan told 790 The Zone in Atlanta. "It’s a little different and that takes some getting used to so it becomes something you don’t even think about. ... We've got Mike Johnson who has played a number of different roles for us. Then a young guy like Lamar Holmes, he’s a guy we drafted high last year that we feel really good about. He’s extremely talented and I think he’s beginning to learn the offense more and more and this offseason has been productive for him. I’m excited about those guys. I think they’re fully capable of coming in and playing good football for us. They just need to do it."
Analysis: The Falcons' offensive line is actually a significant factor for Ryan. Last season when he was not under pressure and not blitzed he completed over 70 percent of his passes. When he was blitzed or under pressure that completion percentage fell to under 62 percent according to Pro Football Focus. That's probably typical for most quarterbacks but we've seen passers' numbers completely decline when they're under duress (think of Arizona last year, Chicago and St. Louis in years past). Granted, Ryan's a very talented passer and the O-line shouldn't be what does him in, it's just something to watch in camp this summer. He remains a No. 1 Fantasy quarterback who will fall to Round 4 in drafts this summer.

5/17/2013

Kendall Wright, WR, TEN

Kendall Wright

Wright in better shape

News: The Titans official website reports that receiver Kendall Wright has never felt better physically. “I’m in the best shape I’ve ever been,” Wright said. The second-year receiver is tipping the scales around 187 pounds, approximately 14 pounds lighter than when he arrived last year. Wright attributed part of the transformation to workouts at Baylor after his rookie campaign ended. A bigger difference maker, however, may have been his routes through grocery stores that passed by junk food. “For the most part, it wasn’t about the running,” Wright said. “I just started taking care of my body and eating right. I wasn’t eating right at all. I was eating a lot of junk food because that’s what I like and that’s what I’d buy, but I cut down on that and just started eating right. When you don’t buy it, you’re not going to eat it, so I just stopped buying it.”
Analysis: Wright finished his rookie season with 64 catches for 626 yards and four touchdowns in 15 games. He enters this season with the chance to start for the Titans, and we like him as a key reserve receiver with upside. Plan on drafting Wright with a mid-round pick.

5/17/2013

Thomas Keiser, LB, CAR

Thomas Keiser

Keiser rumbles to Bolts

News: Days after his release from the Panthers, the Chargers have signed linebacker Thomas Keiser.
Analysis: Keiser played in four games last year before landing on IR with an elbow injury. He'll try and help replace Melvin Ingram in the team's pass rush. He's unlikely to be a relevant Fantasy option.

5/17/2013

Brian Hoyer, QB, ARI

Brian Hoyer

Browns ink QB Hoyer

News: The Browns have signed quarterback Brian Hoyer, according to multiple reports.
Analysis: Hoyer is a dark horse candidate to start for the Browns and probably has a better chance to be their backup. He'll start camp behind Brandon Weeden and Jason Campbell on the depth chart. Only Hoyer's relatives will draft him in Fantasy.

5/16/2013

Chris Ivory, RB, NYJ

Chris Ivory

Ivory: Jets offense 'completely different'

News: Chris Ivory is thrilled to have a chance to start for the Jets this season after being buried on the Saints' depth chart, but it's not without some challenges. Ivory is working in Marty Mornhinweg's version of the West Coast offense, a change from what he's been used to. "It's a little different," Ivory said. "I was so used to being in one system and now it's a completely different system." Ivory also challenged those critics who say he can't catch, adding that he hasn't been given the opportunity to do so.
Analysis: In three years at Washington State Ivory caught 15 passes for 51 yards. In three years in New Orleans he caught three passes for 32 yards. Catching will be an integral part of his role with the Jets but if he can't do it they'll lean on Mike Goodson for passing downs. That's the belief right now -- Ivory will work the early downs and Goodson will come in on obvious passing situations. If that's the case Ivory should have a good shot to score a decent amount of touchdowns but could get bottled up from time to time playing alongside an offense with almost no threats through the air. Defenses can gang up on Ivory. That sort of limits his potential as a great Fantasy breakout but at least he's in the conversation. We view him as a high-end No. 3 Fantasy rusher on Draft Day worth drafting in Round 4 or 5 in the majority of leagues.

5/16/2013

Andrew Luck, QB, IND

Andrew Luck

No slump ahead for Luck

News: The Indianapolis Star reports that Colts coach Chuck Pagano has plenty of faith in second-year quarterback Andrew Luck to avoid a sophomore slump. “We don’t talk about a sophomore slump at West 56th Street, believe me," Pagano said. "Nobody is harder on themselves than Andrew. This guy’s a tireless, tireless worker." Pagano also added that Luck will change his style a little this season under first-year coordinator Pep Hamilton. “We’re still going to take our shots down the field, calculated," Pagano said. "We don’t want to waste plays. We want to be efficient. The biggest difference might be a little bit more quick-game, if you will. Get the ball out of Andrew’s hands. Three- and quick five-step drops. Get it into our playmakers’ hands. A little bit more catch-and-run type of things."
Analysis: Luck did well as a rookie, so getting better will be tough. He completed 54.1 percent of his passes for 4,374 yards, 23 touchdowns and 18 interceptions, and he also added 255 rushing yards and five touchdowns. Still, we expect more consistency, and we agree with Pagano that he'll only get better. We consider Luck a No. 1 Fantasy quarterback in 2013. He should be drafted with a mid-round pick in all formats.

5/16/2013

Brandon Weeden, QB, CLE

Brandon Weeden

Weeden opens workouts as starter

News: ESPN reports that as expected, OTAs began with Brandon Weeden as the No. 1 quarterback for the Browns. Free agent-signee Jason Campbell is No. 2. The report says that going forward Weeden is on a one-year trial. He has to win everyone over in his second NFL season or he will become the 18th Browns quarterback to lose his job since 1999.
Analysis: Weeden should remain the starter for the Browns all season, but he has minimal Fantasy value coming into the year. He should not be drafted in most formats, but if he plays well under new coach Rob Chudzinski and offensive coordinator Norv Turner you might add Weeden off the waiver wire.

5/16/2013

Michael Vick, QB, PHI

Michael Vick

Vick runs to No. 1 spot

News: The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is No. 1 on the depth chart as of now. The report says "it seems Vick’s job to lose." Vick also is expected to run more under new coach Chip Kelly. Vick said last year under Andy Reid there were fewer design runs. He said the intention was to keep him healthy. The problem is what separates Vick from others is his running ability. If he’s the quarterback in Kelly’s offense, he’ll get a chance to run or at least be more of a threat to run.
Analysis: There's a lot to like about Vick coming into the season under Kelly, but the same problems remain with his health and turnovers. Still, with the ability to draft Vick with a late-round pick as a No. 2 Fantasy quarterback, he's worth the risk based on his upside.

5/16/2013

Randy Moss, WR, SF

Randy Moss

Freeman: Moss unsure on future

News: CBSSports.com NFL Insider Mike Freeman reports Randy Moss has yet to decide whether or not he wants to play in 2013.
Analysis: Moss hasn't received much, if any, interest from other teams after working in a nominal role with the Niners before going on blast during the week leading up to the Super Bowl opining about his role with the team. Until he's signed and given a nice workload, Fantasy owners should pass on him.

5/16/2013

Josh Gordon, WR, CLE

Josh Gordon

Coach sees Gordon improving

News: Browns coach Rob Chudzinski said Thursday that he's been impressed with second-year receiver Josh Gordon this offseason. “I’ve really seen improvement from Josh," Chudzinski said. "From his route running standpoint, he is really working at it. A lot of times that takes time. He has really embraced that. He is making plays and really, I’ve been pleased with his progress.”
Analysis: Gordon has the chance to be a playmaker for the Browns and Fantasy owners in Chudzinski's offense with coordinator Norv Turner. We like Gordon as a solid No. 3 Fantasy receiver with upside. He's worth drafting with a mid-round pick.

5/16/2013

Brandon Jackson, RB, CLE

Brandon Jackson

Jackson re-signs with Browns

News: The Browns have re-signed running back Brandon Jackson to a one-year deal according to multiple reports.
Analysis: Jackson has played only two seasons since arriving in Cleveland, suffering turf toe in 2011 and getting in only two games in 2012. Through six seasons he's scored a total of nine touchdowns and only had over 1,000 total yards once -- in his last year in Green Bay before they opted not to re-sign him. He'll be lucky to sniff the field on a regular basis.

5/16/2013

Jon Baldwin, WR, KC

Jon Baldwin

Reid says Baldwin doing well

News: Chiefs coach Andy Reid was asked Thursday about what he thinks of receiver Jon Baldwin so far. Kansas City is going through OTA workouts. “He’s done some good things," Reid said. "He had some good catches today. He’s working hard. He’s working on the little things, and that will help him down the road here.” Reid said Baldwin is adjusting his style of play. "He’s a big man, so there is a certain way you need to play when you’re big," Reid said. "He’s doing that. He’s getting better at it."
Analysis: Baldwin is entering his third year, which should help with a potential breakout campaign. He's been working as the second receiver in the offense but has always looked great in offseason workouts and tentative when the pads come on. Another problem for Baldwin is the Chiefs might not give him much of a chance with Dwayne Bowe back and Donnie Avery and potentially Dexter McCluster ahead of him on the depth chart. Baldwin is a low-end Fantasy option entering the season. He is not worth drafting in most leagues.

5/16/2013

Donnie Avery, WR, KC

Donnie Avery

Avery twists ankle

News: Chiefs wideout Donnie Avery twisted his ankle in practice Tuesday and has been limited in OTA workouts since according to the Kansas City Star. He's been competing for a starting job.
Analysis: He should be more than OK for training camp. Avery strikes us as an excellent West Coast offense receiver who should have a chance at landing another 60 catches with the Chiefs. It wouldn't be a huge surprise to see him wind up with similar numbers. Consider Avery a nice reserve receiver potentially worth a late-round pick in deeper leagues.

5/16/2013

Anthony Hargrove, DE, DAL

Anthony Hargrove

Cowboys pick up Hargrove

News: The Cowboys have signed defensive end Anthony Hargrove to a one-year deal. He's expected to provide depth along the defensive line.
Analysis: Hargrove didn't play in 2012 after sitting out eight games for his role in the Saints' alleged 'Bountygate' scandal. Earlier in his career he was a decent contributor for defenses but not a stellar enough stat producer. Fantasy owners probably shouldn't take him.

5/16/2013

Kyle Love, DT, JAC

Kyle Love

Jags claim DT Love

News: A day after the Patriots waived defensive tackle Kyle Love, the Jaguars claimed him. He's the second defensive tackle claimed by the Pats this week, the other being Brandon Deaderick.
Analysis: According to ESPN Love has been diagnosed with Type-2 diabetes and has lost a lot of weight. The Jaguars will see what the deal is with Love and potentially find a role for him. As of now big stats aren't likely to come with the role. Leave him off rosters.

5/16/2013

Mark Sanchez, QB, NYJ

Mark Sanchez

Sanchez should make final roster

News: ESPN reports that with David Garrard retiring, that should allow quarterback Mark Sanchez to remain with the Jets this season. New York’s quarterback competition has been reduced to four quarterbacks now. But in reality, there are only two legitimate options: Sanchez and rookie Geno Smith. The report says there was some debate of whether Sanchez would last in New York. The Jets would like to get rid of his huge salary but didn’t want to take the cap hit. However, Garrard had an opportunity to beat out Sanchez and provide the veteran leadership needed in New York's quarterback room. But post-Garrard, the Jets definitely need Sanchez now. He’s the only Jets quarterback with extensive experience. Sanchez is a four-year starter who has won playoff games and advanced to the AFC title game in back-to-back years following the 2009 and 2010 seasons. Smith, Greg McElroy and Matt Simms have one career start among them.
Analysis: Sanchez might even win the starting job ahead of Smith, but clearly he's just holding Smith's place since he's the eventual starter for the Jets. Keep an eye on the quarterback battle during training camp, but Sanchez has minimal Fantasy value in the majority of leagues even if he's starting in Week 1.

5/16/2013

Mike Glennon, QB, TB

Mike Glennon

Bucs to give Glennon lots of work

News: Bucs general manager Mark Dominik told NFL.com he intends to give rookie quarterback Mike Glennon a lot of snaps this preseason. "We're going to put a lot of pressure on [Glennon] and see a lot of reps from him in the preseason. He’s got to play," Dominik said according to JoeBucsFan.com. "We may not see as much of Dan Orlovsky or even of Josh Freeman somewhat in the preseason as much as you’re going to see Glennon. ... We’re excited about just the little bit we saw from him [during rookie minicamp] in terms of mentally what he could handle. We kept piling more on him and he kept doing a great job digesting it, regurgitating it and running the team."
Analysis: It seems like Josh Freeman has a hammerlock on the starting job with the Bucs but if Glennon can play beyond expectations maybe he could wedge his way into a look if Freeman struggles this season. Of course, he could be stuck on the bench for a while if Freeman puts together a strong 2013. Glennon's not worth taking in seasonal leagues and is a late-round pick in dynasty/keeper leagues and a middle-round choice in rookie-only drafts.

5/16/2013

Tim Hightower, RB, WAS

Tim Hightower

Skins, G-Men looking at Hightower

News: The Redskins and Giants have expressed interest in checking out free agent running back Tim Hightower. He didn't play in 2012 after tearing his ACL in 2011 and suffering a setback last September while in camp with the Redskins.
Analysis: Hightower will turn only 27 by the time the season starts and has a decent history of being productive in a physical short-yardage/goal-line role (24 career touchdowns in 53 games). Even if he signs he probably won't be more than decent depth for a roster and wouldn't figure into serious playing time with either team. Thus, he's a name to watch but not draft this summer.

5/16/2013

Michael Crabtree, WR, SF

Michael Crabtree

Crabtree: I'm the No. 1 receiver

News: Whether he was motivated by the arrival of Anquan Boldin or pumped from breaking out last season, Michael Crabtree told the 49ers official website he's the team's No. 1 receiver. “I’m taking a different approach this year,” he said. “I’m the No. 1 receiver on the 49ers and you can quote me on that because I’m really working hard and I’m really trying to be the best player, one of the best in the NFL. It’s going to take a lot. I know what it’s going to take. I just need to go out there and take it. ... I’ve been quiet the past four years on who’s the No. 1 receiver. I try not to talk about that, but I’m going into my fifth-year, it’s really time to take that responsibility, be No. 1 and go out and do your job and give the fans what they want to see and give the coaches what they expect of you and that’s greatness or be the best I can be."
Analysis: Crabtree also mentioned he's talked to Vernon Davis about "really taking our game to another level." With a dynamic athlete like Colin Kaepernick under center, there's a pretty good chance of that. In the seven starts Kaepernick made in 2012, Crabtree had 41 catches for 595 yards and five touchdowns. If you project that over 16 games, Crabtree would have finished with 94 catches for 1,360 yards and 11 touchdowns. That equates to 202 Fantasy points, which would have made Crabtree the No. 3 Fantasy receiver last year in standard leagues behind Calvin Johnson (214) and Brandon Marshall (210). Crabtree also had double digits in targets in four of the seven starts with Kaepernick. He's a great receiver to aim for starting in Round 4 (Round 3 in PPR formats).