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13 Amani Toomer, WR
Height/Weight: 6-3/203
| Birthdate: 09/08/1974
| Birthplace: Berkeley, CA, USA
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| College: Michigan
| NFL Experience: 14
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| Owned/Started%: 0/0 | Average Draft Position: 141.50
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Chiefs release veteran Toomer
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Updated 9/1/2009 |
| Amani Toomer, WR KC | |
| News: The Kansas City Chiefs have released Amani Toomer, ending the veteran receiver's short-lived stint with the team and possibly his comeback bid. Toomer signed with Kansas City on Aug. 4 after spending his first 13 seasons with the Giants. He never made much of an impact, spending most of the preseason working with the second and third teams. | Analysis: Toomer was a potential 30-catch receiver for the Chiefs, but he failed to make an impact this preseason. He might have been signed too late in the offseason to have a realistic chance to make the roster. Keep him off of Fantasy rosters at this point. |
Lelie leads backup options
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Updated 8/30/2009 |
| Amani Toomer, WR KC | |
| News: The Kansas City Star reports Chiefs WR Ashley Lelie made his case Saturday night for claiming one of the available wide-receiver spots on the Chiefs roster. Lelie, a former first-round draft pick of the Broncos who is with his fifth team in five years, had four catches for 52 yards while playing with the second-team offense. "This meant everything," said Lelie, who didnt join the Chiefs until after the first preseason game. "It meant my job ... any type of opportunity you get, you have to show what you can do." Lelie got help with Devard Darling (knee) leaving the game. Bobby Engram, 36, trying to nail down a slot receiver job, caught four passes, but they went for just 11 yards. Amani Toomer, 34, caught a 13-yard pass right before the 2-minute warning in the second half for his only reception of the game. | Analysis: We'll see what happens with Lelie, Engram and Toomer, but none of them have much Fantasy value this season. Ignore all three on Draft Day but keep an eye on how each does to see if they're worth adding off the waiver wire. |
Haley drops Bowe to third string
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Updated 8/12/2009 |
| Amani Toomer, WR KC | |
| News: The Kansas City Star reports the Chiefs have WR Dwayne Bowe as a third-string receiver on the depth chart. The current depth chart lists Terrance Copper and Devard Darling as starters, Amani Toomer and Mark Bradley as second string and Bobby Engram and Bowe as third string. "This group as a whole needs work," Chiefs coach Todd Haley said. "They have a ways to go." Bowe has had problems all offseason, especially with dropped passes. Haley had Bowe's eyes checked to find out whether his dropped passes were related to poor vision, had cleats examined to help receivers improve their routes and has tried verbal assault therapy anything to get through to Bowe, who is talented but inconsistent. Now, Haley is attacking Bowe's job security with the depth chart. "I'm always pushing and prodding and trying to instigate a little bit and get some emotion out of guys and get some passion out of guys," Haley said. "That's the way I've done it. There's a lot of different ways. That's what I've done more than anything, just try to press them every day and not give them a whole lot of time to breathe." | Analysis: We expect Bowe will start playing to the level Haley wants, and he's still worth drafting as a No. 2 Fantasy WR worth a pick around Round 4 in all leagues. That said, he needs to start improving in practice so he can rise up the depth chart and regain confidence in Haley. |
Chiefs sign WR Toomer
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Updated 8/4/2009 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: The Kansas City Star reports that the Chiefs signed veteran WR Amani Toomer on Tuesday following a tryout on Monday. Toomer has spent the entire offseason as a free agent and would probably fit in right away with the Chiefs as another capable possession receiver alongside Bobby Engram and Dwayne Bowe. | Analysis: What a great landing spot this is for Toomer, who is 34 but still capable of catching 40 passes per season. His stats won't be mind-blowing, but he'll be useful as a one-week replacement off the waiver wire if he did land at Arrowhead. |
Toomer finishes with dud Sunday
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Updated 1/11/2009 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer made two grabs for 26 yards as New York was bounced from the playoffs on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles. The Eagles advance to the NFC title game as the Giants, the defending Super Bowl champs, go home. The Giants amassed just 169 yards through the air and struggled without Plaxico Burress, losing four of their final five games. | Analysis: Toomer's production didn't exactly step up when Burress went out Week 11. He finished the season with 48 catches for 580 yards and four touchdowns and will be entering his 14th NFL season next year. Toomer is scheduled to be a free agent heading into the '09 season, so his Fantasy status can't be certain until we know where he'll be, but chances are he won't be better than a reserve option. |
Two catches for Toomer
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Updated 12/28/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: With the Giants locked into the No. 1 seed in the NFC, the club didn't have to win at Minnesota in Week 17, but they still played hard. WR Amani Toomer made two catches for 16 yards in the loss to the Vikings. | Analysis: Toomer and the Giants have a week off before playing in the Divisional Playoffs during the weekend of Jan. 10-11. He's no better than a low-end No. 2 WR playoff Fantasy leagues. Toomer is scheduled to be a free agent after the '09 season, so his Fantasy status can't be certain until we know where he'll be, but chances are he won't be better than a reserve option. |
Toomer makes two catches in Week 16
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Updated 12/22/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught two passes in Week 16 against the Panthers. His longest catch went for 15 yards. | Analysis: The Giants threw for just 181 yards in Week 16 and spread that out to seven receivers. With everything clinched for the Giants, they will likely be looking to rest veterans like Toomer in Week 17 in Minnesota, making him a tough start. |
Toomer has three catches
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Updated 12/14/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer had three catches for 32 yards Sunday at Dallas. Toomer now has only five catches for 57 yards in his past two games against Dallas and Philadelphia. | Analysis: With Plaxico Burress out, Toomer continues to struggle to get open. He is a low-end No. 3 Fantasy option and should only be used if needed in Week 15 against Carolina. |
Toomer goes without touchdown grab
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Updated 12/8/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught two balls for 25 yards Week 14 against the Eagles. He entered the game with a touchdown reception in each of his last two games. | Analysis: Toomer might play a slightly bigger role with Plaxico Burress' season over, but he still has to contend with the younger Domenik Hixon. Think of him as just a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR in Week 15 at Dallas. |
Toomer makes big TD grab
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Updated 11/30/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer helped New York fans forget about Plaxico Burress' mess on Sunday in Week 13's win over the Redskins. Toomer caught five passes from Eli Manning for 85 yards to lead the team in yardage. Toomer scored on the opening drive of the game for the Giants as he beat Fred Smoot one-on-one down the sideline for a 40-yard TD grab. | Analysis: Toomer has touchdowns in consecutive weeks and three in his last five games. That is pertinent since he's got just three on the season. Week 13 was Toomer's best game of the entire season and with Burress out this can continue in Week 14 against Philadelphia. You should definitely consider picking Toomer up in deeper Fantasy leagues. He's owned in just 34 percent of CBSSports.com leagues right now. |
Toomer back in the end zone
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Updated 11/24/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 30 yards in Week 12 at Arizona, including a 12-yard touchdown pass. It was his third touchdown catch of the season. | Analysis: The Giants played without Plaxico Burress for much of the game, but Eli Manning managed to spread the ball to seven receivers. Toomer has been having a down year by his standards with the Giants having other receivers in the mix like Domenik Hixon and Steve Smith. He can still be useful as a red zone target, but is a low-end Fantasy option for Week 13 at Washington. |
Toomer has one catch
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Updated 11/16/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giantas WR Amani Toomer had one catch for 9 yards Sunday against Baltimore. | Analysis: Toomer is a low-end Fantasy WR and should not be used in Week 12 at Arizona. Toomer doesn't get enough stats to help your Fantasy team on a regular basis. |
Toomer grabs five passes
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Updated 11/10/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: In the Giants' 36-31 win at the Eagles in Week 10, WR Amani Toomer caught five passes for 53 yards. Toomer was targeted by Eli Manning five times. | Analysis: Toomer continues to be part of the Giants offense, but not so significant that Fantasy owners will want to involve him. He remains a low-end Fantasy wideout option that's likely better served on your bench than in your lineup. The Giants host the Ravens in Week 11. |
Toomer back in the end zone
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Updated 11/2/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: The Giants WR Amani Toomer caught two passes for 26 yards in Week 9 against Dallas. He scored on an 11-yard touchdown in the second quarter, his first score since Week 2. | Analysis: Toomer has lost some looks to second-year wideout Steve Smith, but remains a solid possession receiver that gets looks in the red zone. Consider him a bye week replacement for Week 10 at Philadelphia. |
Toomer makes two catches
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Updated 10/26/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught two passes for 39 yards in Week 8 at Pittsburgh, including a pivotal 30-yard catch in the fourth quarter to set up the game-winning touchdown. Eli Manning threw the ball his way three times. | Analysis: Toomer didn't get a ton of looks in Week 8 and he's starting to lose some touches to second-year receiver Steve Smith. Both are possession receivers, but Manning seems to be getting more and more comfortable with Smith. Still, Toomer is a target in the red zone and stands to get enough looks each week to be considered as a bye week replacement option off the waiver wire for Week 9 when the Giants host the Cowboys. |
Toomer makes three catches
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Updated 10/19/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer aught three passes for 31 yards in Week 7 against San Francisco. His longest catch went for 14 yards. He was thrown to seven times in the game. | Analysis: Toomer made two catches early in the fourth quarter, then Eli Manning missed him with several passes the rest of the game. Toomer remains a possession receiver opposite Plaxico Burress' big play ability. He is a red zone target and has some appeal in larger formats as a bye week replacement for Week 9 at Pittsburgh. |
Toomer gets shut out Monday night
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Updated 10/14/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer, coming off back-to-back-to-back performances with at least 60 yards receiving, went without a single catch Week 6 at Cleveland. | Analysis: Steve Smith played a bigger role on offense than the aging Toomer, and that trend might continue going forward. Toomer still has some Fantasy value, but as no more than a bye-week replacement. The Giants host the 49ers in Week 7. |
Toomer makes four grabs
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Updated 10/5/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 64 yards in Week 5 vs. Seattle. His longest catch went for 29 yards. | Analysis: Toomer's role did not change much despite the absence of Plaxico Burress. He was still the possession receiver in the offense with Domenick Hixon taking over the deep ball threat for Burress. Toomer was thrown to five times and that's more or less what Fantasy owners should expect from him on a regular basis. He remains a decent bye week replacement option because he is a regular target in an efficient pass offense and frequently sees looks in the red zone. Use him as a low-end starter or bye week replacement for Week 6 at Cleveland. |
Toomer No. 1 receiver vs. Seahawks
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Updated 10/3/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: With Plaxico Burress suspended for Week 5 against Seattle, Amani Toomer will step up to the No. 1 receiver spot on the depth chart for the Giants. The Seahawks have allowed an average of 226.3 yards per game through the air, eighth most in the NFL. | Analysis: Toomer led the team in receiving yards in Week 3 against Cincinnati with 64 on five catches. His 31-yard catch in overtime set the team up for a game-winning field goal, but if it weren't for that he would have had a pretty unproductive day. Now, with Toomer out of the picture, expect Eli Manning to lean heavily on Toomer in Week 5, making him a nice bye week replacement option off your bench or the waiver wire. |
Toomer gains 64 yards in Week 3
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Updated 9/21/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer led the team in receiving yards in Week 3 against Cincinnati with 64 on five catches. His 31-yard catch in overtime set the team up for a game-winning field goal. | Analysis: Toomer's catch in overtime was spectacular, as he dove for a lob down the sideline and tiptoed both feet in bounds even as he stretch out to make the haul. But if it wasn't for that catch, his four catches for 33 yards would not have helped Fantasy owners much. Fantasy owners shouldn't expect spectacular stats from him, but he can be useful in a pinch as a low-end starter if you need a stopgap or bye week replacement down the stretch. Just don't use him for that in Week 4 because it's the Giants who will be on a bye. The Giants will return in Week 5 against Seattle at home. |
Toomer to play Bengals in Week 3
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Updated 9/18/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer will take on the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 3 at Giants Stadium. The Bengals (0-2) have allowed just 247 yards passing combined over their first two games. That's the fewest passing yards of any team this season that has played two games. They've allowed just one touchdown in the two games, but have recorded no interceptions and only one sack. | Analysis: Don't be alarmed by the yardage totals. The Giants aren't exactly playing the best pass defense in the league. The numbers, in this case, do lie. The Bengals played a rookie quarterback playing his first NFL game in Week 1 and they played in ridiculously windy conditions in Week 2 due to the remnants of Hurricane Ike. Toomer caught six passes for 67 yards in Week 2 at St. Louis, including a 10-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter for his first score of the season. Fantasy owners shouldn't expect spectacular stats from him, but he can be useful in a pinch as a low-end starter if you need a stopgap. |
Toomer gets into the end zone
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Updated 9/14/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught six passes for 67 yards in Week 2 at St. Louis, including a 10-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter for his first score of the season. | Analysis: Toomer continues to be a solid possession receiver for the Giants and is a regular target in the red zone. In Week 1 against Washington, he only didn't score a touchdown because he was interfered with in the end zone. Fantasy owners shouldn't expect spectacular stats from him, but he can be useful in a pinch as a low-end starter if you need a stopgap. The Giants host the Bengals in Week 3 and Toomer can be considered useful in leagues that start four receivers. |
Toomer can't corral touchdown
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Updated 9/4/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants veteran WR Amani Toomer caught two passes for 12 yards during a Week 1 16-7 win against the Redskins. Toomer was denied a touchdown on the opening drive as Fred Smoot committed pass interference on a six-yard play into the end zone. | Analysis: Toomer has now been with the Giants for 13 seasons and has firmly entrenched himself as the No. 2 wide receiver behind Plaxico Burress. He caught 59 passes for 760 yards and three touchdowns in 2007. He is a solid possession receiver, but remains nothing more than a low-end Fantasy WR heading into Week 2 against the Rams. |
Toomer does little vs. WAS in '07
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Updated 9/2/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 24 yards in Week 3 last season against Thursday's Week 1 opponents, the Washington Redskins. He was not available in Week 15 when the two teams played due to injury. | Analysis: Toomer is getting up there in age, but he missed just two games last season. Toomer will compete with second-year player Steve Smith for playing time, but will remain the starter opposite Plaxico Burress. Look at Toomer as a No. 4 Fantasy option for Week 1. He is a solid possession receiver who could be in line for looks near the goal line. |
Toomer healthy for Saturday vs. Jets
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Updated 8/23/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer (knee) was inactive for the team's last preseason game but saw action in Saturday's contest against the Jets. | Analysis: The veteran Toomer has had knee problems in the past, but the Giants aren't overly concerned with this ailment. Toomer is looking to have another strong season in 2008, but remains more of a No. 4 Fantasy WR heading into the season. |
WR Toomer inactive vs. Browns
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Updated 8/19/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer (knee) was inactive for Monday's preseason game against the Browns. There is no word yet if he will play Saturday against the Jets. | Analysis: The veteran Toomer has had knee problems in the past, but the Giants aren't overly concerned with this ailment. Toomer is looking to have another strong season in 2008, but remains more of a No. 4 Fantasy WR heading into the season. |
Toomer's knee getting look-see
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Updated 8/13/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: The New York Daily News reports that the Giants have sent veteran WR Amani Toomer to Manhattan to have his knee checked out by team physicians. Toomer has been practicing just once a day but has seen his knee swell up on him. No word has been given to the severity of the injury, or if Toomer will miss any playing time. | Analysis: Once the year starts, look for Toomer to again play well and be considered a No. 4/reserve Fantasy option in 2008. He is either someone you can pick with a late-round choice or find off the waiver wire to serve as a one-week replacement. |
Toomer misses Tues. with leg swelling
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Updated 7/29/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants veteran receiver Amani Toomer missed the New York's training camp practice on Tuesday with swelling in his left leg. Coach Tom Coughlin did not seemed concerned after the two-hour workout, the team's seventh practice in four days at the University at Albany. | Analysis: Toomer doesn't look like he will miss a lot of time. He should be back on the field in a few days. The Giants are also missing Plaxico Burress and Steve Smith with injuries, however, so the entire grouping looks shaky right now. Once the year starts, however, look for Toomer to again play well and be considered a No. 4 Fantasy option in 2008. He is a great option with a late-round pick in all leagues. |
Toomer feels stronger than ever
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Updated 6/4/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: It's not a stretch to say the 33-year-old Amani Toomer looks way ahead of where he was at this point last year, reports the New York Daily News. One year ago, Toomer was rehabbing his way back from a torn ACL in his left knee. It was an injury that had many wondering if his career was nearing an end. But 59 catches, 760 yards, and one Super Bowl championship later, the 13-year veteran feels like he's just getting started. "It always could be better," Toomer said. "I felt like last season, I wouldn't say I was disappointed, but I felt like I didn't have the season I wanted to have at the beginning of the year. Toward the end I started coming around a little bit, but I feel like I need to put together a whole complete season." That desire is one of the reasons why Toomer never considered retirement, despite the lure of riding off into the sunset after finally winning the Super Bowl. But he said the biggest reason was that "I still enjoy it. It's not really work to me." | Analysis: Toomer will compete with Steve Smith for playing time, but Toomer will remain the starter opposite Plaxico Burress. Look for Toomer to again play well and be considered a No. 4 Fantasy option in 2008. He is a great option with a late-round pick in all leagues. |
Toomer finally gets his ring
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Updated 2/5/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Twelve-year NFL veteran Amani Toomer won a Super Bowl in 2007, and also had one of his most productive seasons in his last four years. In the regular season, Toomer caught 59 passes for 760 yards (12.9 avg.) and three touchdowns, then added 21 catches for 280 yards with three more scores in four postseason contests. | Analysis: Toomer will enter 2008 in a contract year, but the thought of retirement might creep into his head, especially after winning a Super Bowl ring. Toomer will be 34 when the 2008 season gets into full swing and is only good for a handful of touchdowns with no more than 750 yards, and those totals will dwindle with Steve Smith taking a larger role in the offense next season. Toomer is no better than a reserve WR worth a late-round pick in drafts this summer. |
Toomer held without a touchdown
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Updated 1/21/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer failed to score a touchdown in the NFC Championship against the Packers after scoring at least once in the first two rounds of the playoffs. Toomer did finish the game with four catches for 42 yards. | Analysis: Toomer heads to his second Super Bowl with the Giants in what might be one, if not his last NFL season. But he is doing one heck of a job in the playoffs. He has three touchdowns and is one of Eli Manning's favorite targets. He remains a solid No. 2 Fantasy WR in postseason formats, and if he does return in 2008, he will likely be a No. 4 Fantasy WR on Draft Day. |
Toomer tramples 'Boys with two TDs
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Updated 1/13/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer, who caught only three touchdown passes all season, grabbed two Sunday in the Divisional Playoff game at Dallas -- one on a 52-yard catch-and-run in the first quarter. He finished with four catches total for 80 yards. | Analysis: Toomer caught a touchdown in the Wild Card game too, so he now has as many in the postseason as he had during the season. Although he rebounded nicely from a dreadful 2006, he likely won't make a significant impact in Fantasy leagues at age 33. Expect him to go late if at all on Draft Day 2008. |
It's not a Toomer, but a TD
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Updated 1/6/2008 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer was Eli Manning's favorite target during a 24-14 Wild Card win against the Bucs. The veteran wide receiver caught a team-high seven passes for 74 yards and a touchdown. He found the end zone on a 4-yard grab in the fourth quarter to all but seal the win for the Giants. | Analysis: Toomer came up big against the Bucs in what might be one of his final playoff games. He has been kicking around the NFL for 12 years now, all with the Giants. He holds many of their team receiving records, but is merely a No. 4 Fantasy WR, that is if he returns in 2008. He is a decent No. 2 Fantasy WR in playoff formats. |
Toomer grabs four for 41 in finale
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Updated 12/29/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 41 yards Week 17 against the Patriots. He finished the season with 760 yards receiving and only three touchdown grabs. | Analysis: Toomer rebounded nicely from a dreadful 2006, but at age 33, he likely won't make a significant impact in Fantasy leagues again. Expect him to go late if at all on Draft Day 2008. |
Toomer just misses century mark
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Updated 12/23/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught five passes for 99 yards in Week 16 at Buffalo. | Analysis: Toomer was the only Giants receiver with multiple catches in Week 16 in a game with very windy conditions. The Giants pass offense is too hit-or-miss to rely on Toomer for Fantasy Week 17 vs. the Patriots. |
Amani Toomer makes three catches
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Updated 12/9/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught three passes for 37 yards in Week 14 at Philadelphia. | Analysis: Toomer is usually used by QB Eli Manning as his possession receiver, but Toomer can get forgotten at times when Plaxico Burress is going well. Burress looked very good in Week 14 and Fantasy owners should consider Toomer too much of a wild card for Week 15 at Washington. |
Toomer no TD titan vs. Philly
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Updated 12/5/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer has played against the Eagles 20 times in his 12-year career, but has only scored six touchdowns over that span. He will try to make it at least 21 in Week 14 at Philly, where he had his best career game against the Eagles last season, catching 12 balls for 137 yards and two touchdowns. | Analysis: Toomer heads into Week 14 seeking his first 100-yard receiving game of the season. Toomer has rarely got big chunks of yardage in single games over the last few years and only has three touchdowns this season. He is coming off a scoring outing against the Bears, so if Eli Manning can get things going against Philadelphia, he should be looking Toomer's way in the red zone. Consider him a solid No. 3 Fantasy WR in Week 14. |
Toomer no TD titan vs. Philly
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Updated 12/5/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer has played against the Eagles 20 times in his 12-year career, but has only scored six touchdowns over that span. He will try to make it at least 21 in Week 14 at Philly, where he had his best career game against the Eagles last season, catching 12 balls for 137 yards and two touchdowns. | Analysis: Toomer heads into Week 14 seeking his first 100-yard receiving game of the season. Toomer has rarely got big chunks of yardage in single games over the last few years and only has three touchdowns this season. He is coming off a scoring outing against the Bears, so if Eli Manning can get things going against Philadelphia, he should be looking Toomer's way in the red zone. Consider him a solid No. 3 Fantasy WR in Week 14. |
Toomer scores on Bears
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Updated 12/2/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught six passes for 69 yards with a touchdown at Chicago in Week 13. It's the most receptions he's had since Week 6. | Analysis: Toomer is the Giants' only healthy and effective wide receiver right now, and he's worth riding as a No. 3 option heading into Week 14. The Giants will play at Philadelphia then. |
Amani Toomer gains 83 yards
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Updated 11/25/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 83 yards in Week 12 vs. Minnesota. | Analysis: Toomer can be very erratic due to the very erratic play of Eli Manning. We would not recommend using him as anything more than a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 13 at Chicago. |
Toomer to step up for Giants?
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Updated 11/23/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: The Giants enter Week 12 with Plaxico Burress ailing, the running game grinded down to the third-stringer starting and a matchup with the run-stuffing, pass-leaking Vikings defense. Amani Toomer should see extended looks from Eli Manning against one of the softest pass defenses in the league -- and one that will be without its best cornerback, Antoine Winfield. | Analysis: Toomer is a sneaky No. 3 Fantasy WR this week, especially in deeper leagues. He's got a shot to post some good numbers as the Vikings do allow gaudy receiving stats almost on a weekly basis. |
Toomer good for 39 yards
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Updated 11/18/2007 |
| Amani Toomer, WR NYG | |
| News: Giants WR Amani Toomer caught four passes for 39 yards at Detroit in Week 11. | Analysis: Toomer posts mediocre stats like this on a weekly basis, but gets the Vikings pass defense in Week 12 at home. Expect him to be a sneaky No. 3 Fantasy WR for the upcoming week's contest. |
Toomer inactive in Week 17
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Updated 1/2/2005 |
| News: Amani Toomer (hamstring) is inactive for Week 17 against the Cowboys. | Analysis: David Tyree got the start in his absence. |
Amani Toomer OK
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Updated 12/10/2004 |
| News: Toomer (hamstring) practiced on Friday and will start in Week 14. | Analysis: He is not a recommended option at Baltimore. |
Amani Toomer practices
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Updated 12/9/2004 |
| News: Toomer (hamstring) practiced on Thursday. | Analysis: He is expected to start in Week 14. |
Toomer expected to start
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Updated 10/31/2004 |
| News: According to reports, Amani Toomer (knee) is expected to start in Week 8. | Analysis: It appears safe to start the veteran receiver at Minnesota. |
Toomer posts 50 yards
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Updated 10/24/2004 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught two passes for 50 yards in Sunday's loss to Detroit. | Analysis: Toomer remains a decent second or third option in most leagues. |
Toomer posts 66 yards
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Updated 10/10/2004 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught six passes for 66 yards in Sunday's win over Dallas. He also lost one fumble. | Analysis: The Giants have a bye in Week 6. |
Toomer has poor game
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Updated 12/7/2003 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught only two passes for 30 yards in Week 14. | Analysis: Fantasy owners should expect Toomer to bounce back in Week 15 at New Orleans. |
Big day for Toomer
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Updated 11/2/2003 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught six passes for 127 yards and a TD in Week 9. | Analysis: Toomer should have another good outing in Week 10 against Atlanta. |
Toomer gets four catches
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Updated 10/19/2003 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught four balls for 54 yards Sunday against the Eagles. | Analysis: Toomer remains a must-start next week at Minnesota. |
Toomer quiet against Pats
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Updated 10/12/2003 |
| News: Amani Toomer caught four passes for 40 yards at New England. | Analysis: Toomer should finish with better numbers against Philadelphia in Week 7. |
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Updated 12/15/2002 |
| News: Toomer posted 99 receiving yards in Week 15. He has emerged as a must-start Fantasy player on a weekly basis. | Analysis: |
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Updated 12/3/2002 |
| News: Toomer has emerged as a solid starting option for Fantasy owners. He should continue to post good numbers in Week 14 at Washington. | Analysis: |
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Updated 11/24/2002 |
| News: Toomer scored a touchdown in Week 12. Look for him to post good numbers in Week 13 against Tennessee’s suspect pass defense. | Analysis: |
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Updated 11/10/2002 |
| News: Toomer scored a touchdown in Week 10. He has been inconsistent this season, but Toomer remains a good starting option in larger Fantasy leagues. | Analysis: |
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Updated 11/5/2002 |
| News: Toomer is a solid starting option in Week 10. He is facing a Minnesota secondary that is allowing an average of 282.1 passing yards and 28.8 points per game. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/29/2002 |
| News: Toomer was held to 16 receiving yards in Week 8. He is only worth using as a No. 2 receiver in larger Fantasy leagues. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/11/2002 |
| News: Toomer (thigh) practiced at full speed on Thursday. He is expected to start against Atlanta, and is a good starting option for Fantasy owners in Week 6. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/10/2002 |
| News: Toomer (thigh) left practice early on Wednesday. New York Newsday reports he is probable for Week 6. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/6/2002 |
| News: Toomer had 98 yards receiving and a touchdown in Week 5. He is becoming a good starting option in Fantasy leagues that use three wide receivers. | Analysis: |
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Updated 9/15/2002 |
| News: Toomer caught four passes for 92 yards on Sunday. He is emerging as a consistent Fantasy option, especially in larger leagues. | Analysis: |
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Updated 12/14/2001 |
| News: Tommer is a good start in Week 14. He will regularly challenge the Arizona secondary with his quickness and separation speed. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/29/2000 |
| News: Rebounding from two subpar games, Toomer caught nine passes for 108 yards and a touchdown. It was an impressive outing against a usually stingy Eagles pass defense. | Analysis: |
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Updated 10/6/2000 |
| News: Toomer left Wednesday's practice with a toe injury. He is still expected to play on Sunday against the Falcons. | Analysis: |
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Updated 9/3/2000 |
| News: Following up on his breakthrough season in 1999, Toomer was held to 35 yards on four catches. | Analysis: |
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Updated 11/30/1999 |
| News: Toomer was the Giants' best offensive player against the Crads as he totaled 87 yards on six catches. | Analysis: |




