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Rice scores twice in big second half	Updated 11/22/2009
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News: Sidney Rice's first half was a nightmare for Fantasy owners: One catch for 24 yards while three teammates caught touchdowns. That changed in the second half when he grabbed two touchdowns and finished with 89 yards on six catches. Rice has 50 catches for 875 yards and four touchdowns on the season	Analysis: Rice's five-game streak without a touchdown ends in a big way, and he should have a shot at cracking 1,000 yards receiving in Week 12 against the Bears. Obviously, Rice has earned his spot as a No. 1 Fantasy WR worth a start each week.

Rice dominates Lions on Sunday	Updated 11/15/2009
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had seven catches for 201 yards Sunday against the Lions. Rice has now gone five games without scoring a touchdown, but he has three of his past four games with at least 135 receiving yards.	Analysis: If Rice was finding the end zone he'd be considered the No. 1 Fantasy WR in all leagues. As it is, he's having a breakout season in his third year. Rice continues to be Brett Favre's favorite target, and look for Rice to remain hot in Week 11 against Seattle. Keep him active in all leagues.

Rice facing terrible pass defense	Updated 11/11/2009
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice managed just four catches for 40 yards in Week 8 before the Vikings had a bye. Rice returns to face the Lions in Week 10. Detroit is among the worst pass defenses in the NFL. Rice caught three passes for 29 yards the last time Minnesota played the Lions in Detroit earlier this year.	Analysis: Rice caught 16 passes for 312 yards during Week 6 and 7 and emerged as Brett Favre's No. 1 target. Percy Harvin stole some of that thunder in Week 8 before the bye but Rice should still be considered a low-end No. 1 Fantasy option for Week 10 against a terrible pass defense.

Rice doesn't do much vs. Packers	Updated 11/1/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught four passes for 40 yards in a Week 8 win over the Packers.	Analysis: Rice was held in check by Green Bay on Sunday as Brett Favre spread the love around as usual. The Vikings are off in Week 9, so just stash Rice in all formats. When Minnesota returns to action, Rice will be worth considering as a starting Fantasy option in all formats.

Berrian reportedly out for Week 8	Updated 11/1/2009
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News: Fox Sports is reporting that Vikings WR Bernard Berrian (hamstring) won't play in Week 8 at Green Bay.	Analysis: Berrian was limited in practice Friday and apparently his hammy just isn't healed enough for him to take part at Lambeau. Bench him in all formats. Percy Harvin and Sidney Rice will start and see extra reps with Berrian out. Consider Rice a low-end No. 1 Fantasy WR, while Harvin is more of a No. 3/flex option.

Rice loses Week 7 catch	Updated 10/26/2009
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News: A day after losing to the Steelers, Brett Favre lost a pass completion, too. An official scoring change made Monday took away one of Favre's completions during Minnesota's 27-17 loss to the Steelers on Sunday. Favre officially completed 33 of 50 passes, not 34 of 51. Favre was errantly given a completion for no yards to Sidney Rice with 8:16 remaining on an apparent 10-yard touchdown pass play that was nullified by a 10-yard tripping penalty on tight end Jeff Dugan. Rice ended with 10 catches for 136 yards, not 11 catches.	Analysis: The scoring change only affects Rice owners in Fantasy points per reception leagues. Rice has done well in big games and blowouts, against stud secondaries and weak secondaries. He's big-time now and should start in all leagues as at worst a No. 2 Fantasy WR. Look for him to come up big in Week 8 at Green Bay to help Favre beat his former team in his former stadium; Rice had five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown in Week 4 against the Packers.

WR Rice continues to shine	Updated 10/25/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice has clearly established himself as Brett Favre's go-to receiver after another 100-yard outing, catching 11 passes for 136 yards at Pittsburgh in Week 7. He actually should have had better stats than that as a touchdown and several other catches were wiped out by penalties. In total he was targeted 15 times.	Analysis: Rice has done well in big games and blowouts, against stud secondaries and weak secondaries. He's big-time now and should start in all leagues as at worst a No. 2 Fantasy WR. Look for him to come up big in Week 8 at Green Bay to help Favre beat his former team in his former stadium; Rice had five catches for 70 yards and a touchdown in Week 4 against the Packers.

Rice has career game Sunday	Updated 10/18/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had six catches for a career-high 176 yards Sunday against Baltimore. His previous career high in a game was 82.	Analysis: Rice continues to impress this season as a third-year breakout WR. He has a tough matchup in Week 7 at Pittsburgh, but Rice has played well enough this year to be considered a low-end No. 2 Fantasy WR. In games where the Vikings are forced to throw, and the Steelers game qualifies as such, Rice's value increases. He could have another good game against the Steelers.

Vikings' Rice to get cookin' Week 6?	Updated 10/16/2009
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice could see plenty of targets in Week 6 as Baltimore visits the run-stuffing Vikings. Minnesota is also pretty respectable against the pass though, ranking 18th through five games.	Analysis: Rice is basically the sort of No. 1 1/2 wide receiver in Minnesota, as his stats are almost exactly the same as Percy Harvin's. Start him as a solid No. 3 Fantasy WR in Week 6.

Rice gains 61 yards in rout	Updated 10/11/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught three passes for 61 yards in a Week 5 rout of the Rams.	Analysis: Rice couldn't extend his touchdown streak to three games on Sunday, but he still managed a decent amount of yards in a blowout. In Week 6, the Vikings host the Ravens, which is a matchup that should favor the passing game. Start Rice as a No. 3 Fantasy WR or as a solid bye-week replacement option.

Rice scores for second straight game	Updated 10/6/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice hooked up with Brett Favre for a 14-yard TD reception in the 2nd quarter of Monday night's win over the Packers in Week 4. Rice had an excellent game as he hauled in five catches for 70 yards and the touchdown. He also threw an incomplete pass and came up huge on onside kicks as he recovered two late as the Packers attempted to come back.	Analysis: Rice now has 14 receptions on the season in four games for 172 yards and two touchdowns. The touchdowns have no come in consecutive weeks and they've been his best two weeks thus far. He's definitely getting more and more comfortable with Favre throwing passes and who wouldn't? Rice is quickly becoming one of Favre's favorite targets and that should increase his Fantasy value heading into Week 5 at St. Louis. The Rams stink and Rice should be a solid No. 3 Fantasy WR play for the game.

Rice scores vs. 49ers	Updated 9/27/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: In his team's Week 3 win over the 49ers, Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught four passes for 56 yards with a nifty 30-yard touchdown catch from Brett Favre in the first half.	Analysis: Rice is expected to have games like this from time to time. But before this game, Rice had five catches for 46 yards in two total games. He's inconsistent to say the least, which is why he's no better than a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR at best in the deepest of leagues on a week to week basis. The Vikings host the Packers in Week 4.

Lions keep Rice out of end zone	Updated 9/20/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice almost had a touchdown in Week 2 against the Lions, but was stopped on the 2-yard line in the second quarter after a 13-yard reception. Rice, who was targeted five times in the game, finished with three catches for 29 yards. He has five catches for 46 yards in his first two games.	Analysis: Rice, who has four touchdowns in each of his first two seasons, has really been a first-round disappointment since being drafted in 2007. Even with Brett Favre under center, Rice has yet to have a breakout performance. Until Rice hits his stride, he has minimal Fantasy appeal. The Vikings play the 49ers in Week 3.

Rice catches two passes in Week 1	Updated 9/13/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 17 yards in Week 1 at Cleveland. No Vikings receiver had even 40 yards against the Browns.	Analysis: The Vikings managed just 110 yards through the air in Week 1 as Brett Favre made his official debut with Minnesota. As the season goes on, we expect the Vikings to get more aggressive in the passing game and that could begin to happen in Week 2 when the Vikings travel to Detroit to take on a Lions defense that allowed six touchdown passes in Week 1. Rice will have some sleeper value in deeper leagues for that matchup.

Rice makes 2 grabs Monday	Updated 8/31/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 18 yards in Monday's preseason win over the Texans.	Analysis: Rice will give Favre a tall, lanky target to focus on in the red zone. He's got a shot to post nominal totals, but he's nothing more than a low-end reserve in deeper Fantasy leagues.

Rice lands Favre as his QB	Updated 8/18/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: The Vikings signed Brett Favre to be their starting quarterback on Tuesday, opening the door for their passing game to be much improved. That impacts WR Sidney Rice, who is coming off of a nightmare 2008 season and will be playing in his third NFL season. Rice is battling for a starting job this preseason.	Analysis: Rice will give Favre a tall, lanky target to focus on in the red zone. He's got a shot to post nominal totals, but he's nothing more than a low-end reserve in deeper Fantasy leagues.

Rice has great week	Updated 7/17/2009
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: The St. Paul Pioneer-Press reports Vikings WR Sidney Rice got some encouraging news this week while training with former Minnesota great Cris Carter and current Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald. Rice ran routes without a knee brace for the first time in 10 months. "I didn't think about my knee at all," said Rice, who estimated he is about 90 percent healthy. Rice also got some positive comments from Fitzgerald and Carter. "He's a phenomenal athlete, with that size, and his ability to run," Carter said of Rice. Fitzgerald also had high praise for Rice after spending a few days training with him. "I think he has all the ability in the world. There's no reason Sidney shouldn't be a big-time starter or a No. 1 in the NFL," Fitzgerald said. In fact, Fitzgerald said Rice, who, at 6-foot-4, is also a tall receiver, is a better overall athlete. "This dude is so much more athletic than me," Fitzgerald said, noting that they had played basketball together. "He jumps out of the gym. (He can) shoot. He can do everything, athletically. It's just the technical things he needs to work on."	Analysis: It sounds like Rice, who is entering his third year, is in line for a breakout season if he can stay healthy. He also needs to know who is going to be throwing him the ball, whether it's Sage Rosenfels, Tarvaris Jackson or Brett Favre. We consider Rice a sleeper this year, and he's worth drafting with a late-round pick in all leagues.

Rice on track for full recovery	Updated 6/1/2009
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News: The Star Tribune reports Vikings WR Sidney Rice looked good in the recent minicamp and reported no signs of trouble with his right knee over the weekend. "It's not really an issue," he said. The third-year wide receiver said several weeks ago that his knee still was not 100 percent after suffering a sprained posterior cruciate ligament in Week 2 last season. But Rice took part in every drill and did not seem restricted in any way. He made a handful of plays and said afterward that his knee felt good. "It really didn't bother me none this weekend," he said. "No pulls, nothing like that." Rice said he will take part in OTAs this week and then will spend six weeks building up strength in his leg.	Analysis: All signs point toward Rice making a return at full strength this season, which is a positive sign. He should be considered a solid late-round flier in all formats, especially touchdown-only leagues. We like Rice since he's a third-year breakout candidate, and he could approach double digits in touchdowns this season.

Rice OK, competes with Harvin	Updated 5/19/2009
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News: On his blog, Vikings WR Sidney Rice said he and rookie WR Percy Harvin are competing for the starting spot. "Lots of questions about Percy Harvin our new receiver," Rice wrote. "Yes, we're competing for the same position, but we're teammates so I want to help him along so he can do his best and help us win games. Anything he needs, I'm going to be there for him. Having someone look out for you when you come into the league is a big help. I had Troy Williamson, Robert Ferguson, Bobby Wade." Rice also said last year's knee injury is in the past. "I'm pretty much over my injury, I'm running routes at full speed, I just need to get my strength back to 100 percent," he wrote. "I'll be working with the trainers on that starting today, and I'll be there long after practice for extra work just to get up to speed."	Analysis: We think Rice and Harvin will be on the field together a lot along with Bernard Berrian, and Rice has the chance to make plays this year in his third season in the NFL. See what happens with Rice and Harvin, but Rice is worth a late-round pick in all leagues. Rice should be a good red-zone threat since he has eight touchdowns in limited action the past two years.

Rice coming back from knee injury	Updated 5/15/2009
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News: The Star-Tribune reports Vikings WR Sidney Rice is still not 100 percent recovered from the knee injury he suffered last season. Rice is currently working out in Miami while trying to prepare for the season. "It's getting better," Rice said of his knee. "I can really tell that it's getting better. I'm not 100 percent yet. But I'm running routes full speed and feeling pretty good. The coaches were watching me run the other day and they can tell I'm making progress with it. I'm not too far off from it. But I should be ready coming into training camp. ... I still feel a little pain when I do get up to full speed or when I'm getting close to it. My main thing is strengthening my quad and my hamstring. I've been doing a pretty good job. When we start these OTAs I'm going to be spending extra time in the training room running in the pool on the treadmill and doing little exercises. Those exercises help me out a lot."	Analysis: Rice is entering his third year in the NFL, which is typically the year when wide receivers have a breakout season. We like Rice as a late-round sleeper because of his ability to score touchdowns since eight of his 46 receptions have gone for scores. Consider Rice a low-end No. 4 Fantasy option coming into the year.

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Rice, Wade's roles drying up in Minny?	Updated 4/26/2009
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News: With the drafting of first-round pick Percy Harvin, Vikings WRs Sidney Rice and Bobby Wade could lose significant touches. Harvin is a unique receiver in that he can run with the ball and also work in nearly every situation on the field, so his skill-set is quite varied. But he'll be used a lot, and that means fewer passes for Rice and Wade.	Analysis: We think Rice will be OK, but in a limited role, while Wade could lose significant playing time since Harvin can excel in the slot. Rice is no better than a late-round pick as a potential sleeper thanks to his size, and Wade shouldn't be relied upon for much help since his time in Minnesota could be running out.

S. Rice doesn't record statistics	Updated 12/21/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice went without a reception Week 16 against the Falcons. He has only 14 receptions all season.	Analysis: Clearly, Rice is a non-factor on the Vikings offense. Don't bother with him in Fantasy for Week 17 against the Giants.

Rice makes one catch count	Updated 12/14/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught just one pass in Week 15 at Arizona. He was thrown to just one time in the game.	Analysis: The Vikings threw the ball just 17 times in a game they led 21-0 after one quarter. Rice has had no more than two catches in seven of his last eight games and is not a reliable Fantasy option for such a critical point in the Fantasy season. Despite the touchdown, leave him reserved in all leagues for Week 16 against Atlanta.

Rice makes 2 grabs Week 14	Updated 12/7/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 21 yards in Week 14's win over the Lions.	Analysis: Rice has very limited production over the last four weeks for the Vikings. He's only a low-end Fantasy WR and should not be used in Week 15 at Arizona.

Rice has one catch	Updated 12/1/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had one catch for 8 yards Sunday against Chicago.	Analysis: Rice is a low-end Fantasy WR and should not be used in Week 14 at Detroit.

Rice has usual contribution	Updated 11/23/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught three passes for 27 yards in a Week 12 win at Jacksonville.	Analysis: Rice has yet to establish himself as a viable Fantasy WR, so continue to ignore him in all formats heading into Week 13 vs. Chicago.

Rice makes a couple of catches	Updated 11/16/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 22 yards in a Week 11 loss to the Buccaneers. He also attempted a pass.	Analysis: Rice has yet to establish himself as a viable Fantasy WR, so continue to ignore him in all formats heading into Week 12 at Jacksonville.

Rice scores touchdown	Updated 11/9/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had one catch for 3 yards and a touchdown Sunday against Green Bay.	Analysis: Rice is a low-end Fantasy WR but it's good to see him score. Still, he's not worth using in Week 11 at Tampa Bay.

Rice gets in the end zone	Updated 11/2/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) was activated for Week 9 against Houston. He had been listed as probable on the injury report. He caught just one pass in the game, but it went for an 8-yard touchdown.	Analysis: Rice has been battling the knee injury for quite some time and has just two catches in his last seven games. Rice has been a first-round bust thus far, and until he finds his groove in the NFL, he has little to no Fantasy value. It will take more than the touchdown.

Rice (knee) active in Week 9	Updated 11/2/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) was activated for Week 9 against Houston. He had been listed as probable on the injury report.	Analysis: Rice could very well be on the injury report the remainder of the season. He has been battling the knee injury for quite some time and has just one catch in his last six games. Although, he has been active for just two of those contests. Rice has been a first-round bust thus far, and until he finds his groove in the NFL, he has little to no Fantasy value.

Rice ready to go Week 9	Updated 10/31/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice (knee) is listed as probable for Week 9 vs. Houston. Rice returned to a full practice Friday after limited reps earlier in the week. Rice returned to action Week 7 against the Bears, but did not stat. The Vikings were on a bye Week 8.	Analysis: Rice could very well be on the injury report the remainder of the season. Rice has been battling the knee injury for quite some time and has just one catch in his last six games. Although, he has been active for just two of those contests. Rice has been a first-round bust thus far, and until he finds his groove in the NFL, he has little to no Fantasy value.

Rice still banged up Thursday	Updated 10/30/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice (knee) was limited in practice once again on Thursday as the Vikings prepare for their Week 9 battle against the Texans. Rice returned to action Week 7 against the Bears, but did not stat. The Vikings were on a bye Week 8.	Analysis: Rice has been battling the knee injury for quite some time and has just one catch in his last six games. Although, he has been active for just two of those contests. Rice has been a first-round bust thus far, and until he finds his groove in the NFL, he has little to no Fantasy value.

Rice still a little gimpy	Updated 10/29/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 9 vs. Houston. Rice returned to action Week 7 against the Bears, but did not stat. The Vikings were on a bye Week 8.	Analysis: Rice has been battling the knee injury for quite some time and has just one catch in his last six games. Although, he has been active for just two of those contests. Rice has been a first-round bust thus far, and until he finds his groove in the NFL, he has little to no Fantasy value.

Rice plays, doesn't stat Week 7	Updated 10/19/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice played in Week 7 against the Bears but did not record any stats. Running back Maurice Hicks also played in the game and had no stats.	Analysis: Rice, who has battled an stomach virus and knee injury this season, has only three catches for 37 yards and one touchdown. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor. Hicks is not a Fantasy option. The Vikings have a bye in Week 8.

Vikings with starting WRs Week 7	Updated 10/19/2008
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News: Both starting wide receivers for the Vikings, Bernard Berrian and Sidney Rice, will start in Week 7 against the Bears.	Analysis: Rice, who has battled an stomach virus and knee injury this season, has only three catches for 37 yards and one touchdown. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor.

Rice expects to play Sunday	Updated 10/17/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 7 at Chicago. Rice took limited practice reps all week and has missed three of the last four games with a sprained PCL. However, the Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports Rice expects to play Sunday. "I was close (the last few weeks" but it was coach's decision, him deciding on what he really needed out there," Rice said. "He needed a couple extra special-teams players. That was fine with me. I know I wasn't 100 percent. Anything to help the team. I wasn't upset or anything."	Analysis: Rice, who has battled an stomach virus and knee injury this season, has only three catches for 37 yards and one touchdown. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor.

Rice still limited in practice	Updated 10/16/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice was limited in practice on Thursday for the second straight day with his knee problem. The injury has kept him out of four of the last five games for the Vikings. He is questionable for Week 7 at Chicago.	Analysis: This knee injury has really hampered Rice in 2008 and has hurt his development. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor. He's not considered a viable Fantasy option in Week 7 even if healthy.

Rice limited with knee problem	Updated 10/15/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice is still being limited in practice Wednesday with a knee injury that has kept him out of four of the last five games for the Vikings. He is questionable for Week 7 at Chicago.	Analysis: This knee injury has really hampered Rice in 2008 and has hurt his development. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor. He's not considered a viable Fantasy option in Week 7 even if healthy.

Rice inactive for Week 6	Updated 10/12/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) was inactivated for Week 6 vs. Detroit. Bobby Wade moved up on the depth chart to replace him.	Analysis: This knee injury has really hampered Rice in 2008 and has hurt his development. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor. Wade is still not a recommended option.

Rice still limited on Friday	Updated 10/10/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice was limited in practice on Friday and is questionable for Week 6 vs. Detroit with a knee injury.	Analysis: This knee injury has really hampered Rice in 2008 and has hurt his development. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor.

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Rice still slowed in practice	Updated 10/8/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) went through limited practice reps Wednesday as the team prepares for Week 6 vs. Detroit. Rice practiced leading up to Week 5 against the Saints, but was ruled inactive before kickoff.	Analysis: This knee injury has really hampered Rice in 2008 and has hurt his development. He has a lot of talent, but is not adjusting well to the NFL game. Rice remains just a Fantasy reserve until he becomes a big-time factor.

Vikings list Week 5 inactives	Updated 10/6/2008
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News: Vikings QB John David Booty, WR Sidney Rice, DB Madieu Williams, DB Benny Sapp, RB Thomas Tapeh and DL Letroy Guion have all been ruled inactive for Week 5 at New Orleans.	Analysis: Williams is a key defensive player for the Vikings and a viable Fantasy DB when active. Rice is also a key receiver for the Vikings, but is more of a low-end Fantasy option. Most of the other players are reserves and play a marginial role. They have little to no Fantasy value and should be kept reserved Week 5.

Rice questionable for Saints game	Updated 10/3/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 5 at New Orleans. He went through limited practice reps all week. Rice returned to action Week 4 after sitting out Week 3. He had just one catch against the Titans.	Analysis: Rice has fallen behind Bobby Wade on the depth chart but we still expect him to play and to get better as he comes back full force from the injury. Rice and Wade will be similar options on the road against the Saints for Fantasy, with Rice being the slightly better choice. Still consider both low-end No. 4 receiving options in Week 5. Start them only as bye-week replacements.

Rice takes it easy Thursday	Updated 10/2/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) went through limited practice reps Thursday as the team prepares for Week 5 at New Orleans. Rice returned to action Week 4 after sitting out Week 3. He had just one catch against the Titans.	Analysis: Rice has fallen behind Bobby Wade on the depth chart but we still expect him to play and to get better as he comes back full force from the injury. Rice and Wade will be similar options on the road against the Saints for Fantasy, with Rice being the slightly better choice. Still consider both low-end No. 4 receiving options in Week 5. Start them only as bye-week replacements.

Rice looking for offensive rhythm	Updated 9/30/2008
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News: Minnesota WR Sidney Rice caught just one pass last week for six yards after missing Weeks 2 and 3 with injury. He caught two passes for 31 yards and a score in Week 1 against the Packers. The Vikings head to New Orleans, the league's worst pass defense, in Week 5 on Monday night.	Analysis: Rice has fallen behind Bobby Wade on the depth chart but we still expect him to play and to get better as he comes back full force from the injury. Rice and Wade will be similar options on the road against the Saints for Fantasy, with Rice being the slightly better choice. Still consider both low-end No. 4 receiving options in Week 5. Start them only as bye-week replacements.

Rice playing, but not starting	Updated 9/28/2008
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News: The Vikings are listing Bobby Wade as a starting receiver in Week 4 at Tennessee over Sidney Rice. Rice had been listed as questionable with a knee injury, but will play.	Analysis: Wade started last Sunday against Carolina with Sidney Rice (knee) out. Wade had three catches for 35 yards. Expect similar production from him in Week 4. Give Rice at least another week to see if he can prove both healthy and productive before activating him.

Vikings receivers pitch in	Updated 9/28/2008
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News: Notable receiving stats for Vikings players in their Week 4 loss at Tennessee include TE Visanthe Shiancoe (47 yards on four catches), WR Aundrae Allison (23 yards on two catches), TE Jim Kleinsasser (15-yard catch), FB Naufahu Tahi (9 yards on two catches) and WR Sidney Rice (6-yard catch).	Analysis: Of these players, only Rice warrants Fantasy consideration, and he was the worst of the bunch. He's a decent reserve Fantasy receiver, but the reality is that the Vikings' pass game as a whole is a disappointment, and they could be going with Tarvaris Jackson under center next week after starter Gus Frerotte left with an injury at the Titans. The Vikings play at the Saints in Week 5.

Rice ready to go	Updated 9/26/2008
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News: The Star Tribune reports Vikings WR Sidney Rice, who missed last Sunday's game because of a sprained PCL in his right knee, said he is ready to go for Sunday's game at the Titans. Rice was able to get on the practice field for some work each day this week and is listed as questionable for the game, meaning officially there is a 50 percent chance he will play.	Analysis: It appears Rice will play against the Titans, but don't plan on using him this week. Consider him a low-end No. 4 Fantasy option this week.

Rice says he will play Sunday	Updated 9/24/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) went through limited practice reps Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 4 at Tennessee. Rice practiced very little leading up to being inactive Week 3 against the Panthers. However, he told the Minneapolis Star-Tribune he was upbeat after Wednesday's practice and said he will be able to play Sunday.	Analysis: Rive has just two catches for 31 yards and one touchdown in two games this season. However, he has yet to play with QB Gus Frerotte, who took over for the ineffective Tarvaris Jackson Week 3. Consider Rice nothing more than a low-end Fantasy WR Week 4.

Vikings WR Rice out for Week 3	Updated 9/21/2008
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News: The Vikings have confirmed that WR Sidney Rice (knee) is inactive and will not play vs. Carolina in Week 3.	Analysis: Possible waiver-wire pickups that could have a decent Week 3 include Bryant Johnson, David Patten, Justin McCareins, Antonio Bryant and Kevin Walter. Rice should remain benched in all leagues.

Rice remains limited	Updated 9/19/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice was limited in Friday's practice and is questionable for Sunday against Carolina. He sprained his right knee last week.	Analysis: Keep an eye on Rice's status and see if he can go against the Panthers. If healthy, Rice is a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR against the Panthers. If he doesn't play, keep him reserved.

Rice a no-show in practice	Updated 9/17/2008
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News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (knee) did not practice Wednesday or Thursday as the team prepares for Week 3 vs. Carolina. Rice suffered a strained PCL during a Week 2 loss to the Colts. He is hoping to play Sunday.	Analysis: The Vikings just switched QBs from Tarvaris Jackson to Gus Frerotte. Rice needs to get back on the practice field so he can develop some cohesion with his new quarterback. Keep an eye on Rice's status throughout the week, as he's a low-end No. 3 WR or 'flex' Fantasy option when healthy.

Rice has strained PCL	Updated 9/15/2008
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News: The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that an MRI on Vikings WR Sidney Rice's injured knee revealed a strained PCL. "It could have been much worse," said Rice, who hopes to play Sunday vs. Carolina. "I’m glad it’s only a sprain."	Analysis: Rice played through his injury on Sunday, so there's definitely a chance he could play against the Panthers, although he said his knee "kind of hurts when I walk a little bit". Keep an eye on Rice's status throughout the week, as he's a low-end No. 3 WR or 'flex' Fantasy option when healthy.

Rice hurts knee in catch-less game	Updated 9/14/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had no catches in Week 2 against the Colts and injured his right knee in the process. The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports that Rice is scheduled to have an MRI on the knee Monday. "I'm not sure what it is right now," Rice said. "I just felt it pop when I was trying to make a move off the line. I did it in the first half. I went up for a jump ball, and I came down and hit the ground. I did it then. I kept going. I came back out in the third quarter and I tried to make a move, and it just gave out on me. I felt it pop."	Analysis: We'll keep an eye on Rice's knee and deliver the latest news on it when we get it. Until then, consider him nothing more than a decent reserve Fantasy WR for now. The Vikings host the Panthers in Week 3.

Rice puts six points on the board	Updated 9/8/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice hauled in a 23-yard touchdown from Tarvaris Jackson on a 4th-and-1 play with 14:12 to go in a Week 1 loss to the Packers. A two-point conversion attempt failed when Jackson threw a pass slightly behind Rice in the back of the end zone. Rice was targeted just five times in the game and ended up with two catches for 31 yards.	Analysis: The Vikings expect Rice to make great strides in Year 2 after he had 31 catches for 396 yards and four touchdowns as a rookie. It's good to see him hook up with Jackson for a score, but two catches and under 50 yards is not overly impressive for Fantasy purposes. Rice still remains a low-end Fantasy WR heading into Week 2 against the Colts.

Rice returns to practice field	Updated 8/25/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (virus) was back on the practice field Monday, though fellow receivers Bernard Berrian (toe) and Robert Ferguson (calf) did not join their teammates for stretching at the beginning of practice -- the only portion open to reporters.	Analysis: Rice had 31 catches for 396 yards (12.8 avg.) with four touchdowns in 13 games as a rookie in 2007. Look for Rice to progress again in 2008, and then make a big leap by 2009. Figure Rice to be a decent Fantasy reserve option with some good upside heading into the season.

Rice held out against Steelers	Updated 8/23/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: The Minnesota Vikings held quarterback Tarvaris Jackson and his top two receivers, Bernard Berrian and Sidney Rice, out of Saturday's preseason game against Pittsburgh. Rice has fought a virus the last few weeks and has not practiced much.	Analysis: Figure Rice to be a decent Fantasy reserve option with some good upside, making him a worthwhile late-round pick in all drafts this summer.

Rice has decent night for Vikings	Updated 8/16/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota receiver Sidney Rice caught three passes for 31 yards against the Ravens in Saturday's preseason game.	Analysis: Figure Rice to be a decent Fantasy reserve option with some good upside, making him a worthwhile late-round pick in all drafts this summer.

Rice's future looking bright	Updated 1/23/2008
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Sidney Rice wasn't all that bad as a rookie receiver. The Vikings' standout had 31 catches for 396 yards (12.8 avg.) with four touchdowns in 13 games. He added two passes for 94 yards.	Analysis: Look for Rice to progress again in 2008, and then make a big leap by 2009. While the Vikings are expected to improve their receiving corps this offseason, Rice should still play a role next season. Figure Rice to be a decent Fantasy reserve option with some good upside, making him a worthwhile late-round pick in all drafts this summer.

Vikings-Broncos inactives named	Updated 12/30/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (ankle), CB Antoine Winfield (shoulder), LB Vinny Ciurcio (ankle), LB Dontarrius Thomas (groin), S Mike Doss (coach's decision), FB Naufahu Tahi (coach's decision) and third QB Kelly Holcomb (coach's decision) were all named inactive for Minnesota's Week 17 game at Denver. For the Broncos, TE Daniel Graham (ankle), LB Ian Gold (knee), WR Brandon Stokley (knee), FB Mike Bell (coach's decision), DE Larry Birdine (coach's decision), DE Paul Carrington (coach's decision) and third QB Darrell Hackney (coach's decision) were also named inactive.	Analysis: Rice, Graham and Stokley are the three big Fantasy names in this group, but all were questionable coming into Sunday, so their absence is not a huge surprise. Be sure to bench them all in Week 17.

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Rice still fighting ankle injury	Updated 12/26/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice practiced all week in a limited capacity as the team prepares for Week 17 at Denver. The Vikings list him as questionable for the contest. He continues to battle the ankle injury that kept him out of action Week 16.	Analysis: Rice has just three catches for 31 yards in his last two games after hauling in five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown Week 13 against the Lions. In other words, you probably don't want to start him in Fantasy even if he can play Sunday.

Rice inactive for Week 16	Updated 12/23/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (ankle) has been ruled inactive for Week 16 vs. Washington. Rice did not participate in practice all week. Rice has just three catches for 31 yards in his last two games after hauling in five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown Week 13 against the Lions.	Analysis: Rice, the standout rookie from South Carolina, has settled into a slump after emerging from mediocrity. We might not see him develop into a real threat until Year Three, but remains a decent long-term keeper. He is merely a low-end Fantasy reserve when healthy.

Rice misses practice all week	Updated 12/21/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (ankle) is listed as questionable for Week 16 vs. Washington. Rice did not participate in practice all week. Rice has just three catches for 31 yards in his last two games after hauling in five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown Week 13 against the Lions.	Analysis: Rice, the standout rookie from South Carolina, has settled into a slump after emerging from mediocrity. We might not see him develop into a real threat until Year Three, but remains a decent long-term keeper. He is merely a low-end Fantasy reserve heading into Week 16, if healthy.

No practice for Rice Thursday	Updated 12/19/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (ankle) did not practice Wednesday or Thursday as the team prepares for Week 16 vs. Washington. Rice has just three catches for 31 yards in his last two games after hauling in five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown Week 13 against the Lions.	Analysis: Rice, the standout rookie from South Carolina, has settled into a slump after emerging from mediocrity. We might not see him develop into a real threat until Year Three, but remains a decent long-term keeper. He is merely a low-end Fantasy reserve heading into Week 16, if healthy.

Rice makes only one catch Week 15	Updated 12/17/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice hauled in a 10-yard pass -- nothing more -- Week 15 against the Bears.	Analysis: Rice had put together a pretty good stretch during the end of November and beginning of December, but the rookie out of South Carolina now has only three catches for 31 yards in his last two games. Treat him as nothing more than a No. 4 Fantasy WR in Week 16 against the Redskins.

Rice to be nice in Week 15?	Updated 12/14/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice has three touchdowns in his last five games, but was held to one catch for 13 yards in Minnesota's earlier meeting with the Bears this season.	Analysis: Rice has shown flashes of his talent in this, his rookie season, but he's part of the second-worst passing attack in the league, which has limited his production in the Fantasy world. Consider him a low-end No. 4 or 'flex' option in Week 15.

Rice's TD streak done at two games	Updated 12/9/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 21 yards during a Week 14 win against the 49ers. His longest catch went for 12 yards. Rice came into the game with a touchdown in two straight contests, but could not make it three straight against the 49ers.	Analysis: Rice has emerged as one of Tarvaris Jackson's favorite target in recent weeks and his Fantasy ownership has been on the rise. The rookie out of South Carolina still doesn't have a 100-yard game and might not get one until the 2008 season. Right now, he is a No. 4 Fantasy WR heading into Week 15 against the Bears and a decent long-term keeper.

Rice seeking first NFL hat trick	Updated 12/6/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice heads into Week 14's game at San Francisco with touchdowns in each of his last two games. The 49ers rank 21st against the pass and have allowed 19 touchdowns through the air, which ranks among the most in the league.	Analysis: Rice was relatively quiet the first half of this season, but he has emerged as a viable Fantasy option in the last few weeks. You need to remember he is part of the second-worst pass defense in the league, however, so only start him as a No. 4 Fantasy WR or 'flex' player in Week 14.

Rice scores again	Updated 12/2/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had five catches for 53 yards and a touchdown Sunday against Detroit.	Analysis: Rice has emerged as the No. 1 WR for Minnesota and is worth adding in all Fantasy leagues. He should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy option in Week 14 at San Francisco.

Rice makes one big catch	Updated 11/25/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice led his team in receiving Week 12 at the N.Y. Giants with three catches for 82 yards, including a 60-yard touchdown on the second play from scrimmage.	Analysis: Rice didn't really do anything after that, but he showed he can be a bit of a long-distance threat. Don't hold your breath waiting for another home run, though. In Week 13 vs. Detroit, we don't recommend starting Rice in Fantasy.

Rice catches two, throws two	Updated 11/18/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 19 yards and also threw two passes for 94 yards, both on trick plays vs. Oakland in Week 11.	Analysis: Despite the trick plays, Rice still isn't posting big enough stats for consideration in Fantasy play. That should continue when he plays at the N.Y. Giants in Week 12. Keep him off rosters except in dynasty leagues.

Rice questionable heading into weekend	Updated 11/16/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 11 vs. Oakland. He went through limited practice reps all week. Rice, who did not play Week 10, has 18 catches for 212 yards and two touchdowns in eight games.	Analysis: Rice has yet to develop into the consistent threat the Vikings had hoped for, but it is not totally his fault. The Vikings passing game is pretty pathetic. Rice is nothing more than a Fantasy reserve heading into Week 11.

Rice runs through some drills	Updated 11/14/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (hamstring) took limited practice reps Wednesday and Thursday as the team prepares for Week 11 vs. Oakland. Rice, who did not play Week 10, has 18 catches for 212 yards and two touchdowns in eight games.	Analysis: Rice has yet to develop into the consistent threat the Vikings had hoped for, but it is not totally his fault. The Vikings passing game is pretty pathetic. Rice is nothing more than a Fantasy reserve heading into Week 11.

Sidney Rice OUT for Week 10	Updated 11/11/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice was named among the inactives for Minnesota's Week 10 trip to Green Bay with a hamstring injury. Rice caught a touchdown in Week 9.	Analysis: With Troy Williamson out, Rice started in Week 9, but Williamson is back in Week 10, so Rice was due to return to the bench anyway. Be sure to bench him in the Fantasy world this week if you're one of his few owners.

Rice questionable heading into weekend	Updated 11/9/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 10 vs. Green Bay. He took limited practice reps Friday after sitting out Thursday. Rice aggravated the injury during practice Wednesday. He has 18 receptions for 212 yards and has caught two of the team's five touchdown passes.	Analysis: Rice led his team with six receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown in Minnesota's 35-17 win over the Chargers in Week 9. Rice had a nice 75-yard, one-TD outing in Week 4, and his game vs. the Chargers shows that wasn't just a one-off freak thing. At the moment, Rice is a nice keeper league WR, but not much more. He is nothing more than a possible bye-week replacement against the Packers, that is if he plays.

Hamstring injury flares up on Rice	Updated 11/8/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota rookie wide receiver Sidney Rice didn't practice Thursday because of a hamstring injury as the team prepares for Week 10 at Green Bay. After aggravating the injury on Wednesday, Rice was unable to take the field. He has 18 receptions for 212 yards and has caught two of the team's five touchdown passes.	Analysis: Rice led his team with six receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown in Minnesota's 35-17 win over the Chargers in Week 9. Rice had a nice 75-yard, one-TD outing in Week 4, and his game vs. the Chargers shows that wasn't just a one-off freak thing. At the moment, Rice is a nice keeper league WR, but not much more. He is nothing more than a possible bye-week replacement against the Packers, that is if he plays. His status remains questionable.

Rice leads Vikings in receiving game	Updated 11/5/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings rookie WR Sidney Rice led his team with six receptions for 66 yards and a touchdown in Minnesota's 35-17 win over the Chargers in Week 9.	Analysis: Rice had a nice 6-75, one TD outing in Week 4, and his game vs. the Chargers shows that wasn't just a one-off freak thing. At the moment, Rice is a nice keeper league WR, but not much more. Leave him on the wire in Week 10 when the Vikings play the Packers.

Rookie Rice cooks up 27 yards	Updated 10/28/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings rookie WR Sidney Rice caught three passes for 27 yards vs. Philadelphia in Week 8.	Analysis: Rice is good for this kind of stat tally each week. Not enough to help your Fantasy team, though. Don't use him vs. San Diego in Week 9.

No catches for Rice	Updated 10/21/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice had no catches Sunday against Dallas.	Analysis: The entire Vikings passing game was awful against the Cowboys. Don't expect Rice to do much on a weekly basis in this offense.

Sidney Rice makes one catch	Updated 10/14/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught one pass for 13 yards in Week 6 at Chicago.	Analysis: Rice has shown some flashes of potential this season, but this output shows why he is not ready to be used in Fantasy play. He should only be owned in leagues with ample reserve slots.

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Sidney Rice making strides	Updated 10/11/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Sidney Rice faded into the end zone, leaped over a smaller Green Bay cornerback, and hauled down an acrobatic touchdown catch. The fourth-quarter play before last week's bye was the first truly impressive play by a Vikings WR this season, and it's no surprise that the 21-year-old rookie was the one to make it. Rice finished with six catches for 75 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Packers, and it's looking like he is emerging as the Vikings' go-to threat in the passing game. "Sidney is progressing, I think, better than any rookie receiver that I've seen," veteran receiver Bobby Wade said. "Especially for a young rookie. He's able to make plays. He's able take the learning in the classroom and apply it on the field."	Analysis: Rice is worth keeping an eye on, but he's not worth using at this point. Continue to monitor how he does, and if he plays well again, then consider adding him.

Sidney Rice has breakout game	Updated 9/30/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings rookie WR Sidney Rice caught six passes for 75 yards with a touchdown vs. Green Bay in Week 4. It's Rice's best game to date.	Analysis: Rice may be a hot waiver-wire item this week, and he's not bad as a low-end flier in deeper Fantasy leagues. The Vikings are on bye in Week 5 but play at Chicago in Week 6. Don't expect Rice to start, but keep his name in mind over the next month or so.

Rookie Rice totals 21 yards	Updated 9/23/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 21 yards during a Week 3 loss to the Chiefs. His longest gain went for 11 yards.	Analysis: The Vikings are excited about Rice's long-term potential, but so far the rookie has just four catches for 31 yards on the season. The Vikings have a poor passing offense right now and Rice is nothing more than a long-term Fantasy keeper heading into Week 4 against the Packers.

Three Vikings don't stat at Detroit	Updated 9/16/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings TE Jimmy Kleinsasser, WR Aundrae Allison and WR Sidney Rice each didn't record a stat in Week 2 at the Lions.	Analysis: They each didn't record a stat for a reason. Kleinsasser mostly blocks, and Allison and Rice don't play a significant role on the Vikings' offense. Keep them reserved in all leagues.

Rookie Sidney Rice grabs two	Updated 9/9/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Vikings rookie WR Sidney Rice caught two passes for 10 yards in Week 1 against the Falcons.	Analysis: Keep Rice inactive Week 2 at Detroit, but continue to track him this season. He has a shot at having a modest rookie campaign.

WR Rice looking like a natural	Updated 9/5/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Rookie WR Sidney Rice was the second-leading receiver for the Vikings in the preseason, with eight catches for 53 yards and a touchdown. Rice may only be a rookie playing a position that typically takes a few years to learn, but he has already shown a playmaking ability lacking in the rest of a nondescript receiver corps. It's good news for the Vikings, who need all the help they can get as they enter the 2007 season with inexperienced quarterback Tarvaris Jackson at the helm. "He's a tough nut, and he's just going to get better and better," coach Brad Childress said after Rice made several nice plays in the preseason finale against Dallas. "I think he's going to be 21 (years old) here in the next couple of days, so when he grows up, he has a chance to be a good player."	Analysis: Rice benefited from Steve Spurrier's hiring at South Carolina where he caught 142 passes for 2,233 yards and 23 touchdowns in just two seasons of the "Fun-n-Gun." Since he has arrived in Minnesota, everything seems to be coming much more natural for Rice. He's probably on your waiver wire right now; keep him there unless you have an open roster spot, and check him out over the first couple of weeks into the season. He has a shot at having a modest rookie campaign.

Rice on his way to Vikes camp	Updated 7/27/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: Minnesota Vikings rookies Adrian Peterson and Sidney Rice weren't present for the team's first two training camp practices, but Rice agreed to a four-year contract Friday night. Shortly after the team finished the afternoon practice, Eric Metz, one of Rice's agents, reached agreement with the Vikings on a deal. Metz said Rice was on his way to camp Friday evening and was due to join his teammates on the field Saturday morning.	Analysis: Rice will have a chance to start for the Vikings considering their sad state of affairs at wideout. His quality hands will help out Tarvaris Jackson's progression a lot. Consider him a late-round flier in seasonal Fantasy play (especially those that reward long receptions and touchdowns) and a middle- to late-round pick in keeper leagues.

Vikes think WR Rice is nice	Updated 4/29/2007
Sidney Rice, WR MIN
News: The Vikings took South Carolina WR Sidney Rice with their second-round pick in the 2007 NFL Draft. Rice was once considered one of the top wideouts in the draft but fell behind during the '06 college season as guys like Ted Ginn, Dwayne Bowe and Robert Meachem passed him up. Rice has awesome size (6-foot-4, 204 pounds) and great speed (4.5 in the 40) and hands, but is a very skinny wideout who can get bumped off routes at the line of scrimmage and could get hurt going over the middle because he doesn't have much bulk.	Analysis: Rice will have a chance to start for the Vikings considering their sad state of affairs at wideout. His quality hands will help out Tarvaris Jackson's progression a lot. Consider him a late-round flier in seasonal Fantasy play (especially those that reward long receptions and touchdowns) and a middle- to late-round pick in keeper leagues.

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