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Moore worth a shot in Week 9?	Updated 11/5/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The Steelers visit Denver in Week 9, and Pittsburgh RB Mewelde Moore will try to contribute for his few Fantasy owners against the league's third-ranked run defense.	Analysis: Moore has zero catches in his last two games and is slipping down the Fantasy RB rankings. Only use him as a low-end flex option or bye-week replacement in Week 9.

Moore does his work rushing	Updated 10/25/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore had 14 yards on four carries with no catches in Week 7 vs. the Vikings. Moore was used as the feature back in the fourth quarter, which is what they did the week before against the Browns.	Analysis: Moore and the Steelers are on bye in Week 8 and play in Week 9 at Denver. Moore remains nothing more than a bye-week replacement option in the deepest of PPR leagues.

Moore gets five touches in Week 6	Updated 10/18/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall rushed 17 times for 62 yards in Week 6 against Cleveland to lead all rushers. He scored a 2-yard touchdown in the third quarter, but he also lost a fumble in the game. Mendhenhall also caught two passes for 15 yards. Willie Parker rushed seven times for 26 yards and caught one pass for nine yards. Mewelde Moore rushed five times for 20 yards.	Analysis: Despite the presence of Parker, it was Mendhenhall who shouldered the load in Week 6. It appears the Steelers are ready to move forward with Mendenhall as their featured back and Parker will likely be looking at a lot of performances similar to what he saw on Sunday. While Mendenhall is healthy, Parker will be a low-end Fantasy option. The Steelers will face a very tough run defense in Week 7 against Minnesota, which makes Parker a player to sit in all leagues. Moore is only worth stashing in larger formats.

Moore to do more in Week 6?	Updated 10/16/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore isn't expected to start Week 6 against the Browns, but he might find some playing time anyway. Second-year running back Rashard Mendenhall is ill and might not play, leaving Willie Parker to start. And, the matchup is against the Browns, which means Moore might see carries in the second half if the game is a blowout.	Analysis: Moore is a speed rusher with great hands to catch passes out of the backfield, and we think Ben Roethisberger likes to throw to him. Essentially, Moore would be in play as a flex option in deeper leagues if Mendenhall misses Week 6. If you're desperate for a running back, consider adding Moore off of waivers.

Moore limited against Lions	Updated 10/11/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Mewelde Moore rushed twice for 8 yards in a Week 5 win over the Lions. Moore also caught three passes for 20 yards.	Analysis: Moore only has 37 rushing yards on the season for the Steelers and he's just a backup behind Rashard Mendenhall and Willie Parker, when he's healthy. Moore barely gets carries when Parker isn't healthy so his Fantasy value is extremely limited. He does have 14 catches for 100 yards and a touchdown, but that isn't enough to consider using him in Fantasy for Week 6 at home against Cleveland.

Moore facing favorable matchup	Updated 10/9/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore will face a favorable matchup in Week 5 at Detroit against the Lions. The Lions rank 20th against the run, allowing an average of 121.2 yards per game. They have allowed four rushing touchdowns in four games.	Analysis: Moore only ran the ball twice for 2 yards vs. the Chargers in Week 4, but he caught three passes for 31 yards with a touchdown and threw a touchdown pass. He continued to see limited playing time even with Willie Parker out with a toe injury thanks to RB Rashard Mendenhall's breakout performance. Parker is unlikely to play in Week 5 and we expect Mendhenhall to see the majority of the touches, but Moore does have some outside value in deeper formats where an injury or bye week replacement option may be needed thanks to what appears to be a favorable matchup. If the Steelers go up early, they should run the ball often in the second half.

RB Moore catches TD, throws TD	Updated 10/5/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The bad news for Mewelde Moore is that he only ran the ball twice for 2 yards vs. the Chargers in Week 4. The good news? He caught three passes for 31 yards with a touchdown and threw a touchdown to TE Heath Miller from 6 yards out. Moore continued to see limited playing time even with Willie Parker out with a toe injury thanks to RB Rashard Mendenhall slamming the Chargers on 29 carries.	Analysis: Moore continues to show his trademark versatility, the kind of stuff that makes him worth owning as a reserve Fantasy RB. He should be up for another decent outing at Detroit in Week 5, though we doubt that he'll throw many touchdown passes for the rest of the season. Consider him as a low-end bye-week replacement option for Week 5.

Moore to see more touches Week 4	Updated 10/4/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh named RB Rashard Mendenhall the starter on Sunday night against San Diego with Willie Parker inactive. Backup RB Mewelde Moore will also see increased touches.	Analysis: Moore becomes an instant sleeper since he has tremendous value as a receiver out of the backfield. He should be a decent low-end start in PPR leagues.

Report: Parker ruled out Sunday	Updated 10/4/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports that the Steelers on Sunday determined that RB Willie Parker will not be able to play against San Diego because of turf toe. Rashard Mendenhall will start against the Chargers, and the Steelers will use Mewelde Moore and Carey Davis as part of the rotation.	Analysis: Keep Parker reserved in all leagues for Week 4 against the Chargers. Remember, this is just a report, and inactives have not been released yet by the team. But since Parker did not practice all week, all signs point to him missing the game. Mendenhall should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy option, and Moore becomes an instant sleeper since he has tremendous value as a receiver out of the backfield. Ignore Davis in all formats.

Moore climbs depth chart for Week 4	Updated 10/2/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker (toe) missed practice Friday and is now listed as doubtful for Week 4 against San Diego on the injury report. Parker has not practiced all week. Typically, if a player does not practice Friday, he does not play on Sunday. Rashard Mendenhall is likely to start in his place. Mewelde Moore should also see a good amount of touches.	Analysis: Parker has good history against the Chargers, but now it will be Rashard Mendenhall and Mewelde Moore who will share Parker's reps against a Chargers run defense that not only ranks low this year but was destroyed by the Steelers' run game (via Parker) twice last year. Look for Mendenhall to work the rushing downs and Moore to work the passing downs as well as be on the field when the Steelers go to the no-huddle offense. Both backup RBs are good replacements for Parker, as are waiver-wire gems Glen Coffee, Tashard Choice and even Jerome Harrison if you're in a league where receptions count.

M. Moore could see some reps	Updated 10/2/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: After sitting out a third straight practice on Friday, Steelers RB Willie Parker isn't expected to play vs. the Chargers on Sunday as he battles turf toe. Typically if a player doesn't practice by Friday, he's not expected to play by Sunday. Rashard Mendenhall and Mewelde Moore would share Parker's reps against a Chargers run defense that not only ranks low this year but was destroyed by the Steelers' run game (via Parker) twice last year.	Analysis: We'll keep you posted on the latest with Parker, but you can probably expect him to miss the team's Week 4 game, which is bad considering his history against the Chargers. Look for Mendenhall to work the rushing downs and Moore to work the passing downs as well as be on the field when the Steelers go to the no-huddle offense. Both backup RBs are good replacements for Parker.

Parker suffering from turf toe	Updated 9/30/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker did not practice Wednesday because of a case of turf toe on his right foot and is questionable for Sunday's game against San Diego. Parker was apparently injured in last week's game at Cincinnati when he ran 25 times for 93 yards and caught two passes for 36 yards, including a 27-yard touchdown.	Analysis: Keep an eye on Parker's status the rest of the week and see if he's able to return to practice. The injury doesn't sound serious, but toe injuries have limited running backs in the past (LaDainian Tomlinson, Darren McFadden, Marion Barber and Felix Jones in 2008). If Parker is unable to play, the Steelers would turn to Rashard Mendenhall and Mewelde Moore, who would see an increase in value against the Chargers.

M. Moore doesn't contribute much	Updated 9/27/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore, who had five touches for 28 yards last week, had only two touches for 12 yards Week 3 at Cincinnati. He had a six-yard run and a six-yard reception.	Analysis: Moore was part of a three-headed backfield with Willie Parker and Rashard Mendenhall, but Parker got 25 of the team's 26 carries Sunday. Moore likely won't make a big enough contribution to start in Fantasy. He's just a handcuff option for Parker owners. The Steelers host the Chargers in Week 4.

Will we see more of Moore in Week 3?	Updated 9/25/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore will face the Bengals on the road in Week 3. Cincy ranks a respectable 11th against the run this season.	Analysis: Moore has just seven carries this season, but is at least managing to earn some carries along with Rashard Mendenhall in relief of Willie Parker. If you must use Moore in Week 2, then do so as just a flex option in deeper leagues.

M. Moore a factor in passing game	Updated 9/21/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore played a role in the passing game as expected Week 2 at Chicago, hauling in three passes for 15 yards. He also ran two times for 13 yards. He has to split touches with Rashard Mendenhall and starter Willie Parker.	Analysis: Moore came back into the fold in Fantasy last year when Parker and Mendenhall got hurt, but with both of them healthy, he's just a role player. Leave him on waivers for Week 3 at Cincinnati.

Three-headed run game for Steelers?	Updated 9/18/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette outlines the plan of attack the Steelers will use in deploying their run game at Chicago in Week 2. Willie Parker will start and is expected to be used in the first two series, then Rashard Mendenhall will come in for one series. They'll rotate from there with Parker getting twice the series. Mewelde Moore will also see playing time on passing downs and when the Steelers go into a no-huddle offense. Adding to the intrigue of the situation is that offensive coordinator Bruce Arians won't count on one guy for short-yardage or goal-line situations. "Anytime Willie gets tired, he can come out," Arians said. "If we get into a very long no-huddle mode, Mewelde is the no-huddle guy and we'll rotate from there. In short yardage, goal line, whoever's in the game."	Analysis: This pushes down the Fantasy value of all three backs going forward. Parker is no better than No. 3 option at Chicago and beyond since his playing time is being shortened significantly (he also hasn't played well). Mendenhall actually is worse than Parker because he won't play as much. Moore fits in as a No. 3 option in PPR leagues only, but we have a hunch that the Steelers will utilize him more going forward, so he'll have a chance to improve his Fantasy stock.

Moore totals nine touches Week 1	Updated 9/11/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore totaled five carries for eight yards during a Week 1 win against the Titans. His longest carry went for four yards. Moore did a better job catching the football, hauling in four receptions for 28 yards.	Analysis: Moore got a lot of touches late in the game as Pittsburgh was in many passing situations. When everyone is healthy, Moore pops up a lot as a third-down back. We don't expect him to get a ton of touches unless Willie Parker is out of the lineup due to injury. Moore remains just a handcuff Fantasy option for Parker owners. The Steelers travel to play the Bears Week 2.

Moore has ankle injury	Updated 1/20/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports Tuesday that RB Mewelde Moore, who left the AFC Championship Game against Baltimore with an ankle injury, attended meetings Monday and walked around without any kind of support or protective boot.	Analysis: It sounds like Moore will play in the Super Bowl against the Cardinals, but he's not a good Fantasy option at this time. Moore is the backup to Willie Parker at this time, and Parker has carried the load with success for the Steelers during the playoffs. Look at Moore as a backup option for the Super Bowl and heading into the offseason.

Moore gets one carry in title game	Updated 1/19/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Mewelde Moore got just one carry for six yards in Sunday's AFC Championship game victory over the Baltimore Ravens. The Steelers are now headed to the Super Bowl against the Arizona Cardinals. Moore also caught one pass for nine yards.	Analysis: Moore did an excellent job this season as No. 2 RB behind Willie Parker. Moore played well each time Parker sat due to injury, making him a great handcuff in Fantasy leagues. You wouldn't use him except as a last resort in the Fantasy playoffs, though, and you wouldn't draft him until late in Fantasy leagues next year.

M. Moore not a major factor Sunday	Updated 1/11/2009
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore contributed 25 total yards of offense Sunday in a Divisional Playoff game against the Chargers. He ran the ball three times for 13 yards and caught two passes for 12 yards.	Analysis: Moore did an excellent job this season as No. 2 RB behind Willie Parker. Moore played well each time Parker sat due to injury, making him a great handcuff in Fantasy leagues. You wouldn't use him except as a last resort in the Fantasy playoffs, though, and you wouldn't draft him until late in Fantasy leagues next year.

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Moore gets 23 rushing yards Week 17	Updated 12/28/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Mewelde Moore rushed four times for 23 yards in Week 17's win over the Browns. Moore also caught one pass for 10 yards.	Analysis: Moore did an excellent job this season as No. 2 RB behind Willie Parker. Moore played extremely well each time Parker was forced to miss a week due to injury and is a great handcuff, still owned in 82 percent of Fantasy leagues. He's likely not useful for the Fantasy playoffs and will be just a handcuff behind Parker next season. Still, we've seen that Parker is injury prone and Moore would be a nice secondary option.

Moore does little against Titans	Updated 12/21/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore gained 28 yards rushing in Week 16 at Tennessee. He also caught two passes for 20 yards.	Analysis: Moore actually out-gained starter Willie Parker in terms of overall yardage as the Titans' run defense lived up to its billing. Moore may actually be of some added value in Week 17 against Cleveland if the team chooses to rest its starters for the playoffs. That could happen with the Steelers locked into the No. 2 seed in the AFC.

Moore no longer carrying the load	Updated 12/14/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore rushed the ball seven times for 16 yards during a Week 15 win against the Ravens. His longest carry went five yards and Moore didn't get any receptions. Moore has just 12 carries for 38 yards in his last two games.	Analysis: Since Willie Parker has returned from his knee injury and has looked at 100 percent in recent weeks, Moore has seen a reduction on offense. He is still getting into the mix, but just not as often. Moore is at best a 'flex' Fantasy option heading into Week 16 against a tough Titans defense.

Moore carries the ball five times	Updated 12/7/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore carried the ball five times for 22 yards during a Week 14 win against the Cowboys. His longest carry went eight yards. Moore also had four catches for 36 yards.	Analysis: Moore has been a solid option this season for the Steelers because of all the injuries they have sustained in the backfield. Willie Parker is in the lineup despite being nicked up, but the Steelers have said Moore will remain part of the game plan. Still, he remains a low-end Fantasy RB heading into Week 15 against the Ravens. Moore had 13 rushing yards and 37 receiving yards in his first game against Baltimore.

Steelers RBs to continue sharing	Updated 12/2/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Even though Willie Parker continues to get closer to 100 percent, the Steelers might still rely on two running backs. Parker has missed five games this season, been limited in others and is nursing a left knee injury. He was effective when he played in Week 13 at New England, but also sat out long stretches of time as the team went with Mewelde Moore at running back. Parker finished with 16 carries for 87 yards and Moore rushed 12 times for 67 yards. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that Parker "continues to get better" but that he might not be able to practice Wednesday. Parker is expected to play Sunday when the Steelers host the Dallas Cowboys. But even if he does, Moore likely will get carries outside of his former third-down-only role. "No doubt it was a successful venture for us last week," Tomlin said of featuring two backs. "Mewelde is a good player, and he's proved that he's capable of helping us win. We all know what Willie's capable of doing. I'm sure we'll continue to see both of those guys in some form or fashion. The minute details of rotating them just hasn't been worked out yet for this week."	Analysis: With this news, Fantasy owners can't count on Parker as anything more than a middle-end No. 2 Fantasy RB and Moore as a top-end No. 3 option. Both also face the tough task of taking on the Cowboys in Week 14, a run defense ranked 10th in the NFL that has given up eight rushing TDs and two 100-yard efforts all season. Expect modest numbers from both running backs in Week 14, and consider other options before finalizing your lineup.

Moore loses carries to Parker	Updated 11/30/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Mewelde Moore spent most of Week 13's win over the Patriots leading the Steelers in rushing yards. Starter Willie Parker, however, found a rhythm later in the and ultimately took the rushing lead -- and the starting job -- for good again. Moore finished with 12 carries for 67 yards and caught two passes for nine more. Moore also lost a fumble in the game.	Analysis: We think Moore will be able to make a dent in the receiving game more so than the running game if he sees enough playing time in Week 14 against the Cowboys. As long as Parker is healthy in Week 14, Moore will have limited Fantasy appeal.

Moore's workload to be determined	Updated 11/25/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday that RB Willie Parker will be questionable for Week 13 at New England as he still has knee inflammation stemming from playing in Week 12 at Cincinnati. Parker is also battling a shoulder injury. Mewelde Moore should see a good amount of reps whether Parker plays or not in Week 13.	Analysis: We think Moore will be able to make a dent in the receiving game more so than the running game if he sees enough playing time in Week 13. We'll keep our eyes on the situation with the Steelers running backs this week and give you a better outlook by Friday. Moore would be a low-end No. 2 Fantasy RB if Parker were to miss the game or be limited.

Moore takes back over for Parker	Updated 11/21/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker, starting his second straight game after missing five of the previous six with a sprained knee, had a recurrence of the injury Week 12 against the Bengals. So once again, Mewelde Moore took over, and once again, he dominated, gaining 56 yards on 15 carries and 41 on four receptions. Parker had 37 yards on 14 carries before leaving.	Analysis: Moore doesn't just fill in admirably for Parker whenever he misses time; he outperforms him. This knee injury doesn't seem any closer to going away for the Pittsburgh starter, meaning Moore should once again become a hot commodity off the waiver wire. He was a must-start during those games Parker missed, after all. Keep a close eye on this situation, but either Parker or Moore would function as a No. 2 Fantasy RB in Week 13 at New England.

Moore stuffed on the goal line	Updated 11/16/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore rushed just once in Week 11 against San Diego. He was stopped for a 1-yard loss down by the goal line on a fourth-and-goal try. He caught five passes out of the backfield for 33 yards.	Analysis: Moore had been starting in place of injured back Willie Parker, but his return for this game marked the end of Moore's Fantasy value for the most part. This is more or less what Fantasy owners should expect from Moore while Parker is healthy. He should be reserved in all leagues and should only be considered as a handcuff for Parker owners.

No more starting for Moore?	Updated 11/11/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers running back Willie Parker will return to practice Wednesday, and coach Mike Tomlin is optimistic Parker will play Sunday against the Chargers. Parker has played only once since spraining his knee Sept. 21 in Philadelphia, running for 70 yards in a Monday night win over the Redskins on Nov. 3 in which he dislocated his shoulder. "The shoulder popped out briefly during the course of the Redskins game and it popped back into place," Tomlin said, denying reports that Parker had a torn labrum. "Adrenaline or what have you didn't allow him to recognize it during the course of game. He came in (last) Tuesday, took a look at it and of course it was very painful."	Analysis: Parker's status must be watched closely this week, but we're optimistic at this point that he will play against a Chargers team coming across the country. That's going to spell trouble for Fantasy owners who had been leaning on Mewelde Moore, who started in place of Parker and did very well. Expect the Steelers to give Moore some reps, but not nearly as many as he had without Parker. Moore is no better than a low-end starting option as he'll be lucky to top 12 touches with Parker healthy.

Moore nets 100 yards, two TDs	Updated 11/9/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore, who was starting in place of the injured Willie Parker (shoulder), had a pair of 1-yard touchdown runs during a Week 10 loss to the Colts. Moore had trouble breaking loose all game against Indianapolis as he just posted 57 rushing yards on 24 carries. His longest gain went nine yards. However, he broke 100 total yards with six catches for 48 yards.	Analysis: Moore has started four games this season for the injured Parker and has done exceptionally well each time out. The fact Parker might have a serious shoulder injury means Moore could start again Week 11 against the Chargers so Pittsburgh can rest their All-Pro back. If Moore is starting Week 11, then consider him a No. 2 Fantasy RB.

Parker likely to miss Week 10	Updated 11/7/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Willie Parker (shoulder) did not practice all week and is listed as doubtful for Week 10 vs. Indianapolis. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette is reporting he will miss Sunday's game. Parker rushed for 71 yards on 21 carries against Washington Week 9. He also scored a touchdown. It was his first game back after missing four straight with a knee injury. Parker apparently hurt himself in the third quarter Monday, but didn't feel the resulting pain until the next day. Mewelde Moore is expected to start in his place.	Analysis: Parker was thought to be held out of practice as just a precaution since it didn't appear the injury was serious. Well, it looks as though Parker will miss a fifth game Week 10. Consider him a No. 1 Fantasy option when healthy, but it's best to look at healthier alternatives Week 10. Moore is a nice option off the bench against the Colts' porous rush defense.

Moore to start for Parker Week 10	Updated 11/7/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pittsburgh RB Willie Parker is apparently out for Week 10 against the Colts with a shoulder injury, reports the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He is expected to miss only one game and will be replaced by Mewelde Moore, who averaged 101 yards rushing and scored four touchdowns in three previous starts. Moore had three big catches for 45 yards against the Redskins on Monday night in Week 9.	Analysis: The Colts don't have a very good rush defense and with Big Ben hurting for the Steelers you can expect them to run the ball regardless of who it is in the backfield. With Parker out, Moore becomes someone who is a viable start in Fantasy in all formats in Week 10.

M. Moore hardly factors on offense	Updated 11/4/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore, who averaged 101 yards rushing in three starts with starter Willie Parker sidelined by a sprained knee, got only four carries in Parker's return Week 9 at Washington. He netted minus-4 yards. He did, however, catch three passes for 45 yards.	Analysis: Expect Moore to factor more in the passing game than the running game going forward, serving mostly as a third-down back. He remains a nice handcuff to Parker because he clearly knows what to do with carries when he gets them, but he doesn't look like a serviceable Fantasy starter right now. The Steelers host the Colts in Week 10.

Moore to return to backup role	Updated 10/31/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers running back Willie Parker went through a third consecutive day of practice Friday and appears ready to return from a four-week layoff with a knee injury on Monday night in Washington. His return means Mewelde Moore will likely return to a backup role.	Analysis: Moore has been great in Parker's absence. He has rushed the ball 65 times this season for 322 yards and three touchdowns. He is averaging 5.0 yards per carry and even has one receiving touchdown. Moore could still be involved in the game plan Week 9 as Pittsburgh might want to ease Parker back into action, but Moore still remains more of a No. 3 Fantasy RB or 'flex' option.

M. Moore likely not going to play	Updated 10/29/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Considering Steelers RB Willie Parker (knee) practiced in full Wednesday, RB Mewelde Moore, the team's starter since Week 6, will likely have to go back to a reserve role Week 9 at Washington. "We're going to take it day by day but I'm really feeling a lot better," Parker said. "I feel better out there running the plays. Hopefully, I'll be ready by Monday."	Analysis: Moore has done an admirable job subbing for Parker, so he might still play a decent role on offense even if Parker returns. Still, he looks like a prime candidate to reserve in Fantasy this upcoming week. Keep a close eye on Parker's status.

Moore giving Parker back his gig?	Updated 10/28/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: During his press conference Tuesday, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said that running back Willie Parker, out for the last four games with a knee injury, worked out Tuesday and hopes to play at Washington in Week 9. Mewelde Moore has started and done well in Parker's place over much of the last four games.	Analysis: Figure Parker is questionable for Week 9, and it might come down to the wire on whether or not he dresses for the game on Monday. With the job Mewelde Moore has done subbing for him, it wouldn't surprise us to see the Steelers roll with him and keep Parker on the bench or see some kind of a split between the two. We'll keep you posted on the news.

Moore fills in nicely for Parker	Updated 10/26/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore had 19 carries for 84 yards in Week 8 against the N.Y. Giants, including a 32-yard touchdown run in the first quarter. He also caught two passes for 10 yards while filling in once again for injured starter Willie Parker.	Analysis: Moore got off to a quick start, but then found it hard to find a rhythm against a tough Giants run defense. With Willie Parker sidelined, he's rushed for three touchdowns and over 300 yards in the last three games. Parker may or may not return in Week 9 at Washington and Moore's Fantasy value really will depend on the progress of Fast Willie. Monitor it over the course of the week.

Moore to start again for Steelers	Updated 10/24/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The sprained knee that Willie Parker expected to keep him out of action for two weeks will now linger into its fourth week as the Steelers said on their web site that their star rusher is listed as doubtful for Week 8 vs. the Giants. Mewelde Moore will continue to play in his place. "He showed some good things early in the week," said head coach Mike Tomlin. "His participation got more limited as we went on in the week. That's where we are with this thing. We'll continue to take it day to day. Hopefully he will get back to us soon. I know he is champing at the bit and so are we."	Analysis: With the job Mewelde Moore has done subbing for him, it doesn't surprise us to see the Steelers roll with him and keep Parker on the bench. All that said, the Giants rank fifth against the run and have allowed just two rush TDs all season. It would be hard to expect a strong outing from any Steelers running back in this game, though Moore certainly could deliver some added yardage via the passing game. Parker should remain benched in all leagues while Moore is worth using as a top-end No. 3 Fantasy RB (he'd be higher if the matchup were better).

Moore's status tied to Parker's	Updated 10/21/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin wouldn't say that RB Willie Parker, who has missed three games with a sprained knee, would play vs. the Giants in Week 8, but did note that if he was healthy enough, he would practice this week on some sort of basis. If Parker can't go, Mewelde Moore would make his third straight start.	Analysis: Figure Parker is questionable for Week 8, and it might come down to the wire on whether or not he plays. With the job Moore has done subbing for him, it wouldn't surprise us to see the Steelers roll with him and keep Parker on the bench. All that said, the Giants rank fifth against the run and have allowed just two rush TDs all season. It would be hard to expect a strong outing from any Steelers running back in this game. We'll keep you posted on the news.

Moore more than just a fill in	Updated 10/19/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore filled in for injured starter Willie Parker in Week 7 at Cincinnati and had a big game. He rushed 20 times for 120 yards, including two touchdowns on the ground. He also added another touchdown through the air. He caught five passes for 14 yards, including a 2-yard score in the first quarter.	Analysis: Moore was used much in the same way Parker would have been and got the added benefit of a big lead in the second half, allowing him to get plenty of touches against a warn out defenses to run out the clock. Parker is expected to return in Week 8 against the Giants and Moore will return to a limited backup role as a result. Keep Moore on your roster as a handcuff for Williams, but he won't be this productive while reduced to a backup role.

Moore gets the start in Week 7	Updated 10/19/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker (knee) was inactive for Week 7 at Cincinnati, as expected. Mewelde Moore got the start in his place.	Analysis: If you can still add Moore (he's only owned in 53 percent of leagues) do so now since the Bengals run defense is not good. Consider Moore a low-end No. 2 Fantasy RB against Cincinnati this week.

Moore starting Week 7	Updated 10/17/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Pro Bowl RB Willie Parker didn't practice for a third consecutive day Friday and won't play in the Pittsburgh Steelers' division game in Cincinnati on Sunday. Parker has missed the past two games with a sprained left knee. He returned to practice Monday and was expected to play against the Bengals, only to aggravate the injury while working out on his own Tuesday, according to coach Mike Tomlin. Tomlin, who was hurt Sept. 21 in Philadelphia, will be replaced by third-down back Mewelde Moore. Moore, making his first start since 2005, ran for 99 yards against Jacksonville on Oct. 5.	Analysis: If you can add Moore (he's only owned in 53 percent of leagues) do so now since the Bengals run defense is not good. Consider Moore a low-end No. 2 Fantasy RB against Cincinnati this week.

Moore closer to starting role	Updated 10/16/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker didn't practice again Thursday because of a sprained left knee and might not play Sunday in Cincinnati. Parker, coming off three consecutive 1,000-yard seasons, injured his medial collateral ligament Sept. 21 in Philadelphia. He ran for more than 100 yards in each of the Steelers' first two games. Parker was back in practice Monday and looked ready to return, only to aggravate the injury while working out on his own Tuesday, according to coach Mike Tomlin. "We're still hopeful toward Sunday," Tomlin said Thursday. "But maybe not as hopeful as we were earlier in the week." Mewelde Moore, normally the third-down back, would start Sunday if Parker can't play. Moore ran for 99 yards against Jacksonville on Oct. 5, his first NFL start since he played for Minnesota in 2005.	Analysis: It will likely come down to a game-time decision if Moore will start or not against the Bengals. Keep an eye on Parker's status for Friday's practice because that could determine if Moore will start or not Sunday.

M. Moore might make another start?	Updated 10/16/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Willie Parker, who hasn't played since Week 3 because of a sprained knee, aggravated the injury in practice Monday, putting his status for Week 7 at Cincinnati in doubt. If Parker can't go, Mewelde Moore, who filled in admirably for Parker by rushing for 99 yards in Week 5, would likely start.	Analysis: Moore is owned in only 36 percent of leagues, and considering his solid performance in Week 5, you want him on your roster if he ends up starting. Put in a claim for him now. The Steelers also have a good matchup at Cincinnati in Week 7, which would potentially make Moore a low-end No. 2 Fantasy RB, so keep a close eye on this situation.

Moore rushes for nearly 100 yards	Updated 10/6/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore, starting for the first time since 2005 with Willie Parker sidelined by a sprained knee and Rashard Mendenhall out for the season, carried the ball 17 times for 99 yards Week 5 at Jacksonville. He also caught three passes for 17 yards.	Analysis: The Steelers have a bye in Week 6, so Parker might return Week 7 at Cincinnati. If he doesn't, though, Moore has proven he can carry the load and would deserve to start as a No. 3 Fantasy RB. If nothing else, Moore at least deserves a roster spot as a handcuff to Parker.

Ward expects Moore to run	Updated 10/2/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: No Willie Parker, no Rashard Mendenhall - and, even if they were healthy, no fullback to block for them. Wide receiver Hines Ward knows what everybody suspects the beaten-up Pittsburgh Steelers will do Sunday night in Jacksonville without their top two running backs. Namely, ask Ben Roethlisberger to beat the Jaguars with his arm. After all, what better situation for a $102 million quarterback to prove his value? Ward doesn't think it will happen, and not only because Roethlisberger missed practice for the second day in a row Thursday because a sore right shoulder. The Steelers, Ward said, will find a way to run the ball, even though third-down back Mewelde Moore becomes the starter by default this week. And he won't be lined up only for blocking purposes, despite the likely absence of fullback Carey Davis (sprained ankle). "We're not going to abandon ship and say we're going to give up on the run because of some injuries," Ward said. "We're not going to do it. We never have."	Analysis: Moore has started 11 games in his career, rushing for 100 yards or more in four -- two with the Vikings in 2004 and two more in 2006. Moore carried the ball eight times for 13 yards and caught three passes for 37 during a Week 4 win against the Ravens. He gets another tough task in Jacksonville Week 5 and is nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy RB.

Moore gets the start vs. Jags	Updated 10/1/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Down to one healthy running back, the Pittsburgh Steelers brought back two players from last season by re-signing Najeh Davenport and promoting Gary Russell from the practice squad on Wednesday. The Steelers, third in the NFL in rushing last season, lost Pro Bowl running back Willie Parker to a sprained knee last week and first-round draft pick Rashard Mendenhall to a season-ending fractured shoulder Monday night against Baltimore. The earliest that Parker will play again is Oct. 19 at Cincinnati. Mewelde Moore, normally the Steelers' third-down back, is expected to start Sunday night in Jacksonville, despite being limited to one carry this season before the 23-20 overtime win over Baltimore.	Analysis: Moore has started 11 games in his career, rushing for 100 yards or more in four -- two with the Vikings in 2004 and two more in 2006. Moore carried the ball eight times for 13 yards and caught three passes for 37 during a Week 4 win against the Ravens. He gets another tough task in Jacksonville Week 5 and is nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy RB.

Parker ruled out, Davis feeling better	Updated 9/30/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin announced Saturday that RB Willie Parker will be out for a second straight game when Pittsburgh visits Jacksonville in Week 5. He also said FB Carey Davis, who sprained his ankle in Week 4, was feeling better Tuesday.	Analysis: OK, here's the deal in Pittsburgh. Mewelde Moore is the starting RB for the Steelers as of Tuesday afternoon, but Tomlin said that the team will probably sign a couple of running backs, one of which could start as soon as Week 5 against the Jaguars. Shaun Alexander could be a possibility, but who knows. You could do worse than picking up Moore in deeper leagues as he is the favorite to get the bulk of the carries on Sunday, but things could change on a daily basis, so keep tabs on the situation and adjust accordingly.

Moore finds himself getting carries	Updated 9/30/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: With RB Willie Parker already out with a sprained knee, Rashard Mendenhall broke his shoulder and Carey Davis sprained his ankle Week 4, forcing Mewelde Moore to become the primary back against the Ravens. He carried the ball eight times for 13 yards and caught three passes for 37.	Analysis: Moore entered the game with only one touch on offense. Mendenhall is out for the season, so if Parker isn't ready to return Week 5 at Jacksonville, Moore might find himself playing a critical role on offense again. He didn't look particularly impressive, though, and he still has to contend with Davis, so don't invest highly in him this waiver period.

Davis, Moore to see more time	Updated 9/23/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday during a news conference that RB Willie Parker will not play Monday night against Baltimore. Parker apparently hurt his knee late in the game Sunday at Philadelphia and is unable to play against the Ravens. Rashard Mendenhall will start in Parker's place, but Carey Davis and Mewelde Moore will also factor into the gameplan.	Analysis: Davis will likely get some extended carries, with Moore continuing his role on third down. Neither are worth adding at this point, especially with the Ravens solid in run defense. For the season, Baltimore is allowing only 71.5 rushing yards per game and no rushing touchdowns.

Moore finally gets a carry	Updated 9/21/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore had one carry for six yards during a Week 3 loss to the Eagles. It was his first carry of the 2008 season.	Analysis: Moore is in his first year with the Steelers after spending the last four with Minnesota. He is currently buried on the depth chart and is not expected to play a big-time role anytime soon. Leave him off Fantasy rosters. The Steelers play the Ravens Week 4.

Six Steelers don't record stats	Updated 9/14/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers QB Byron Leftwich, TE Matt Spaeth, RB Mewelde Moore, TE Sean McHugh, WR Dallas Baker and WR Nate Washington didn't record statistics Week 2 at Cleveland.	Analysis: None of these players has a big enough role on offense to make an impact in Fantasy. Leave them all on waivers.

Three Steelers don't make stats	Updated 9/7/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: Steelers RB Mewelde Moore, WR Dallas Baker and WR Nate Washington were all active and dressed for Week 1 vs. Houston but did not record an offensive stat.	Analysis: None of these players are expected to produce significant stats on a regular basis to begin with. Keep these players off of Fantasy rosters until further notice.

Moore to hurt Parker	Updated 9/3/2008
Mewelde Moore, RB PIT
News: The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports Steelers RB Willie Parker's pursuit of the rushing title that eluded him in 2007 begins Sunday, when the Steelers host the Houston Texans in the regular-season opener. Leading the NFL in rushing, however, won't be easy for Parker. While still the No. 1 option in a ground game that ranked third in the NFL in 2007, Parker will almost certainly have a reduced role this season. Steelers coach Mike Tomlin said Tuesday at his weekly news conference that Mewelde Moore will serve as the team's third-down back. He strongly hinted that rookie Rashard Mendenhall will be the Steelers' short-yardage back if the fumbling problems that plagued the first-round pick during the preseason do not carry over to the regular season. Mendenhall, assuming he takes care of what Tomlin calls "ball security" issues, should also take some carries from Parker in the base offense. Parker averaged 329 carries the past two seasons, and the Steelers want to lighten his workload.	Analysis: Moore could be a source of catches in deeper leagues, but he will play behind Parker and Mendenhall to start the year. Ignore him in most formats for now, but he could be a useful reserve later in leagues where receptions count.