News: Comcast Sports Net reports that 49ers receiver Mario Manningham is the front-runner for the No. 3 receiver job in San Francisco if healthy. Manningham is coming off a torn ACL last year. He is expected to enter training camp in a competition with second-year receiver A.J. Jenkins and rookie Quinton Patton for the third job behind Michael Crabtree and Anquan Boldin.
Analysis: Manningham should eventually emerge as the No. 3 option once he's healthy, so it doesn't matter if he wins the job in training camp or not based on his knee. Keep an eye on his health, but Manningham is not worth drafting in the majority of leagues.
News: The 49ers and receiver Mario Manningham agreed to a pay cut that will shave over $2 million off his salary, according to Comcast Sportsnet. Manningham suffered a torn ACL and PCL in Week 16 of last year and might not play at all.
Analysis: The pay cut suggests he'll forfeit his chances of playing in 2013 and will prepare for a return in 2014 (if the Niners will have him). He made 42 receptions for 449 yards and one touchdown in 12 games and 10 starts this season, his fifth in the NFL. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy receiver at best. He should not be drafted in the majority of leagues.
News: 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh said Friday he wasn't sure if receiver Mario Manningham would be ready for the start of training camp. Manningham tore his ACL and PCL in Week 16 of last year.
Analysis: Manningham said he expects to return for Week 1, but we'll see how he does with his progress. He made 42 receptions for 449 yards and one touchdown in 12 games and 10 starts this season, his fifth in the NFL. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy receiver at best. He should not be drafted in the majority of leagues.
News: Comcast Sports Net reports that 49ers receiver Mario Manningham, who suffered a torn ACL and PCL in Week 16, is scheduled to make $3.95 million on the second year of his two-year contract in 2013. He underwent knee surgery and is not expected to be ready until the latter stages of training camp. When he's healthy, he figures to be back as a major contributor.
Analysis: Manningham said he expects to return for Week 1, but we'll see how he does with his progress. He made 42 receptions for 449 yards and one touchdown in 12 games and 10 starts this season, his fifth in the NFL. When healthy, he is a low-end Fantasy receiver at best. He should not be drafted in the majority of leagues.
News:Mario Manningham hobbled into the Superdome stands on crutches and found an out-of-the-way seat to watch his San Francisco teammates go through media day frenzy on the field below, his emotions mixed. It's been nearly two weeks since the 49ers wide receiver underwent reconstructive surgery on his left knee and almost a year since he made the catch of his life in the Giants' Super Bowl victory. Manningham hoped to be playing on the New Orleans turf Sunday, when the 49ers face the Baltimore Ravens in the franchise's first Super Bowl in 18 years and with a perfect 5-0 championship record to protect. Instead, the soft-spoken wideout could win another ring, this time as a spectator. "Possibility," he said of capturing back-to-back titles. "This is different for me right now. I'm not down, I just wish I could help my team. You're never down. It's not bitterness. It's not like I did something for me not to be out there. I'm not out there because of injury."
Analysis: The 26-year-old Manningham had 39 catches for 523 yards and four touchdowns last year before leaving New York. He made 42 receptions for 449 yards and one touchdown in 12 games and 10 starts this season, his fifth in the NFL. Manningham hurt his knee in a 42-13 loss at Seattle on Dec. 23, tearing the anterior cruciate and posterior cruciate ligaments. For Manningham, getting back on the field - the goal is in time for the 2013 opener - is all about baby steps. We'll see if he can do it, but he has minimal Fantasy value heading into next year. He should not be drafted in most formats.
News: As anticipated, Mario Manningham (knee) was placed on injured reserve Friday. Manningham reportedly suffered a torn ACL and PCL last Sunday against Seattle and was expected to miss the rest of the season. Defensive lineman Tony Jerod-Eddie took his spot on the roster. Manningham's absence is expected to provide additional targets for Randy Moss and A.J. Jenkins during the season finale against Arizona.
Analysis: The 26-year-old Manningham, who joined the 49ers last offseason after four years with the Giants, has limited to just 12 games because of injuries. He averaged just 10.7 yards per reception and posted just one touchdown as San Francisco looked to other options near the end zone. Fantasy owners should leave Manningham on waivers in all formats and he is not a major option for keeper leagues heading into 2013.
News: ESPN.com reports 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham tore his ACL and PCL in Week 16 against the Seahawks and will miss the rest of the season. Randy Moss and A.J. Jenkins are expected to see an increased role in his absence.
Analysis: Manningham posted 42 catches for 449 yards and one touchdown in his first season in San Francisco but had his second straight down campaign after a career year in 2010. Owners should keep an eye on his recovery in the coming months to make sure this injury does not carry over to the 2013 season. Manningham was more of a low-end Fantasy wideout this season so feel free to part ways with him in all seasonal formats.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham was forced out of Sunday's game against the Seahawks after suffering an apparent knee injury. Manningham caught a screen pass from Colin Kaepernick and took a tough hit to the leg by Leroy Hill, which caused him to lose the ball. He was helped off the field and carted to the locker room for further examinations. Manningham finished with just that one catch and was ruled out for the remainder of the game.
Analysis: Manningham, who was making his return from a shoulder injury, couldn't catch a break as he may have suffered a tough knee injury. The fact that he couldn't fall back down on his own fumble because he was grimacing in pain, may suggest that his injury may be significant. It was almost similar to what happened to Santonio Holmes earlier in the year. We'll obviously keep an eye on his progress moving forward as his status for the regular season finale against the Cardinals could be in jeopardy. Fantasy owners should consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option, at best, when healthy.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham was ruled active for Sunday's contest on the road at Seattle despite dealing with a shoulder injury. Manningham, who has not played in his last two games, was a limited participant in practice throughout the week and was originally listed as questionable leading up to Sunday. Manningham was unable to play against the Seahawks in their previous meeting in Week 7 with the same injury.
Analysis: Manningham was able to hit the practice field -- even on a limited basis -- all week, which hinted that he may have been healthy enough to return this Sunday. Opposing wide receivers have averaged 15.6 Fantasy points per game against the Seahawks, which is the fewest allowed in the league. Consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option in deeper formats, when healthy.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice throughout the week as the team prepares for Week 16 at Seattle. Manningham, who has not played in his last two games, is listed as questionable for Sunday night's game. Manningham was unable to play against the Seahawks in their previous meeting in Week 7 with the same injury.
Analysis: It's encouraging that Manningham has been able to hit the practice field -- even on a limited basis -- all week, which may suggest that he is ready to make his return, especially in such an important matchup. Regardless of Sunday's matchup, the Niners are in good shape for the playoffs so they may want to take a cautious approach with Manningham. We'll continue to monitor his status moving forward. Opposing wide receivers have averaged 15.6 Fantasy points per game against the Seahawks, which is the fewest allowed in the league. Consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option in deeper formats, when healthy.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham was officially ruled inactive for Sunday night's contest at New England as he continues to nurse a bruised right shoulder. The team announced the news Saturday as he was unable to practice Friday for the first time this week. Randy Moss will start in his place.
Analysis: Manningham has now missed two consecutive games due to that shoulder injury. He only participated in individual drills during the week and missed Friday's session because the Niners don't typically go through those drills during the final practice of the week. This could mean that Randy Moss or A.J. Jenkins will see more snaps opposite of Michael Crabtree. Fantasy owners should consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option in deeper formats once he is back at full strength.
News: The 49ers announced Saturday that wide receiver Mario Manningham has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Patriots in Week 15 as he continues to nurse a bruised right shoulder. CSN Bay Area reported earlier on Friday that Manningham was not expected to play. He was unable to practice Friday for the first time this week and was originally listed as doubtful for Sunday.
Analysis: Manningham has now missed two consecutive games due to that shoulder injury. He only participated in individual drills during the week and missed Friday's session because the Niners don't typically go through those drills during the final practice of the week. This could mean that Randy Moss or A.J. Jenkins will see more snaps opposite of Michael Crabtree. Fantasy owners should consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option in deeper formats once he is back at full strength.
News: CSN Bay Area reports 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham is not expected to play during Sunday's contest against the Patriots in Week 15 as he continues to deal with a shoulder injury. Manningham was unable to practice Friday for the first time this week and is listed as doubtful for Sunday. He is expected to miss his second consecutive game with the injury.
Analysis: Manningham has only participated in individual drills during the week and missed Friday's session because the Niners don't typically go through those drills on Fridays. This could mean that Randy Moss will see more snaps opposite of Michael Crabtree. Fantasy owners should consider the 26-year-old as a low-end option in deeper formats once he is back at full strength.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham hit the practice field for the first time since leaving Week 13 against the Rams with a lingering shoulder injury. Manningham was a limited participant in practice Wednesday leading up to his matchup against the Patriots in Week 15. If health, he'll face a New England defense that has not allowed a touchdown to a wide receiver in the last three weeks.
Analysis: Manningham has missed two games already this season and is hoping to keep it that way for now. It was nice to see him back practicing early in the week which may suggest that he'll have a good shot of traveling with the team and playing on Sunday. Manningham has gained 151 yards on 12 receptions in the three games Colin Kaepernick has started under center. Kaepernick has been targeting Michael Crabtree more as a starter, but that could change if Manningham is healthy enough to go. Opposing wideouts have averaged 23.6 Fantasy points per game this season against the Patriots. Consider him more of a low-end option in deeper formats once he is back in action.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was ruled inactive for Week 14 against the Dolphins due to a shoulder injury. Manningham was unable to practice this week due to his injury. Coach Jim Harbaugh told reporters earlier this week that rookie A.J. Jenkins will likely start in his place.
Analysis: Manningham was unable to play through his injury this week and as a result will miss his second game of the season. Fantasy owners will now have to keep an eye on his status over the next few days to see if he will be able to get back on the field in Week 15 against the Patriots. Manningham has gained 151 yards on 12 receptions in the three games Colin Kaepernick has started under center, so consider him more of a low-end option once he returns to action.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham (shoulder) missed his third consecutive practice Friday and was listed as doubtful on the team's injury report. 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh indicated Manningham, who has started nine games this season, will likely be replaced by rookie wideout A.J. Jenkins. "He's been on his assignments, he's executed well when he's been out there," Harbaugh told the Sacramento Bee. "He's giving great effort." Miami ranks 27th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 257 yards per contest, and has allowed an average of 22.3 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham caught five passes for 37 yards before the early exit last Sunday due to a shoulder injury, the sixth consecutive game he went without a touchdown catch. He has gained 151 yards on 12 receptions in the three games Colin Kaepernick has started under center, but seems unlikely to play Sunday. Manningham hasn't been the effective player with the 49ers like he was with the Giants and should be bypassed in all Fantasy formats at this point in the season even if he is active for Week 14.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was unable to practice for the second day in a row Thursday as he continues to deal with a shoulder injury. The 49ers play the Dolphins in Week 14. Miami ranks 27th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 257 yards per contest, and has allowed an average of 22.3 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham caught five passes for 37 yards before the early exit last Sunday and has gained 151 yards on 12 grabs in the three games Colin Kaepernick has started. Manningham will likely have to practice on Friday if he wants any shot of playing on Sunday, so we'll keep an eye on his status moving forward. Fantasy owners should leave the 26-year-old for the deepest of Fantasy formats, if active.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham was unable to practice Wednesday after suffering a shoulder injury during Week 13. The 49ers play the Dolphins in Week 14. Miami ranks 27th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 257 yards per contest, and has allowed an average of 22.3 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham caught five passes for 37 yards before the early exit last Sunday and has gained 151 yards on 12 grabs in the three games Colin Kaepernick has started. Keep an eye on his status throughout the week to see if the 26-year-old will be able to play against the Dolphins. If he does, leave Manningham for the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham had to leave Sunday's Week 13 game in St. Louis due to a shoulder injury in the fourth quarter. Manningham finished the game with five catches for 37 yards. He was targeted six times in the game and did not score. Manningham finished second on the team in receiving despite leaving with the injury.
Analysis: Manningham had another reliable yet underwhelming statistical performance in the win over the Rams before getting hurt. He has been a consistent option for San Francisco quarterbacks, be it Alex Smith or Colin Kaepernick. That said, Manningham hasn't had a 100-yard game this season and only has one touchdown catch. His value lies in the deepest of Fantasy leagues and that is how he should be viewed for Week 14 against Miami, if healthy.
News: San Francisco wideout Mario Manningham (shoulder) is active for the Week 13 game against the Rams on Sunday. Manningham was on the injury report with a shoulder injury but was considered probable and never seriously in doubt for the game against St. Louis. He looks to end his five-game scoring drought against the Rams. Manningham caught five passes for 69 yards against the Saints in Week 12 and will face a St. Louis defense that has allowed that has allowed eight touchdowns in the last six weeks to opposing wide receivers. He was held to just one catch for a 20-yard gain in his last meeting against the Rams in Week 10.
Analysis: Manningham has two career games against the Rams under his belt. In his first meeting, in 2010 with the Giants, he caught three passes for 56 yards. Manningham matched his season high in catches last Sunday and posted his second-most yards of the campaign. Manningham may be developing some chemistry with Colin Kaepernick under center, which could lead to a strong finish to the season. Opposing wide receivers have averaged 18.9 Fantasy points per game against the Rams this season. Fantasy owners should consider Manningham more of a low-end option for Sunday's game.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (shoulder) was listed as probable on Friday's injury report and will look to end his five-game scoring drought against the Rams in Week 13. Manningham caught five passes for 69 yards against the Saints in Week 12 and will face a St. Louis defense that has allowed that has allowed eight touchdowns in the last six weeks to opposing wide receivers. He was held to just one catch for a 20-yard gain in his last meeting against the Rams in Week 10.
Analysis: Manningham has only faced the Rams twice in his career and was able to net 56 yards on three receptions in 2010 as a member of the Giants. He has matched his season high in catches Sunday and posted his second-most yards of the campaign. Manningham may be developing some chemistry with Colin Kaepernick under center, which could lead to a strong finish to the season. Opposing wide receivers have averaged 18.9 Fantasy points per game against the Rams this season. Fantasy owners should consider him more of a low-end option heading into Week 13 at St. Louis.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham will be looking to end his five-game scoring drought against the Rams in Week 13. Manningham caught five passes for 69 yards against the Saints in Week 12 and will face a St. Louis defense that has allowed that has allowed eight touchdowns in the last six weeks to opposing wide receivers. He was held to just one catch for a 20-yard gain in his last meeting against the Rams in Week 10.
Analysis: Manningham has only faced the Rams twice in his career and was able to net 56 yards on three receptions in 2010 as a member of the Giants. He has matched his season high in catches Sunday and posted his second-most yards of the campaign. Manningham may be developing some chemistry with Colin Kaepernick under center, which could lead to a strong finish to the season. Opposing wide receivers have averaged 18.9 Fantasy points per game against the Rams this season. Fantasy owners should consider him more of a low-end option heading into Week 13 at St. Louis.
News: After catching just three passes for 65 yards in the previous two games, 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham had a productive day in Week 12 against the 49ers. He caught five passes for 69 yards in the 31-21 win. He was targeted a team-high five times by quarterback Colin Kaepernick and had a long reception of 40. Manningham finished second on San Francisco on receiving behind tight end Delanie Walker (81 yards) in the victory.
Analysis: Manningham matched his season high in catches Sunday and posted his second-most yards of the campaign. It looks as though he and Kaepernick have a decent rapport and his role could improve going forward so keep an eye on the situation. The 26-year-old proved in his days with the Giants to be a reliable option in Fantasy but consider Manningham as more of a low-end Fantasy wideout heading into Week 13 against the Rams. When the division foes met earlier in the year, Manningham caught one pass for 20 yards.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham is looking to get more involved in the offense in Week 12 against the Saints. Manningham has hauled in just three receptions for 65 yards over his last three contests and has not found the end zone since back in Week 5. He will be facing a New Orleans defense that is allowing an average of 305 passing yards per game. The Saints have surrendered 21 touchdowns through the air while yielding an average of 28.8 Fantasy points to opposing WRs, which is the most among all 32 teams.
Analysis: Manningham had high hopes when he signed with the 49ers this offseason but has failed to make the impact most thought he would. The 27-year-old continues to take a backseat in the passing game to Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree and has only finished with more than 50 receiving yards in two of his nine games. While he does look to have a favorable matchup on tap this week, Manningham's production has been way too inconsistent to start trust in most leagues. Only owners in deeper formats should consider rolling with him this week.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was not much of a factor in Week 11 against the Bears. Manningham finished with just two receptions for 45 yards in the 32-7 win, but was unable to get into the end zone. He had a long of 37 yards and was targeted twice in the victory.
Analysis: Manningham has been a bit of a bust during his first year in San Francisco and that trend continued Monday night. The 26-year-old has only 87 receiving yards on seven catches over his last three games and continues to take a backseat to Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree in the passing game. He does look to have a favorable matchup on tap against the Saints in Week 12, but should be considered merely a low-end option in deeper formats heading into that matchup.
News: San Francisco wideout Mario Manningham is active for the Niners in the Week 11 Monday night game at home against the Bears. Manningham practiced in full all week and was listed as probable on the injury report with his shoulder injury. Manningham is facing a tough Chicago defense that is allowing an average of 215 passing yards per contest. The Bears have surrendered eight scores through the air and are yielding an average of 18.3 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year.
Analysis: Fantasy owners can definitely call Manningham a major disappointment this season. The shoulder woes may have something to do with it, but as long as he remains active we expect more from him. That is, until this Week 11 game against the tough Bears defense with Colin Kaepernick starting instead of Jay Cutler. The Bears have allowed just two wide receivers to find the end zone over the last five games and Manningham should only be active in the deepest of leagues and formats.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham made it through another week of practice and is listed as probable for Monday night against the Bears in Week 11 with a shoulder injury. Manningham hauled in just one reception for 20 yards in San Fransisco's tie with the Rams last week. He will be facing a Chicago defense that is allowing an average of 215 passing yards per contest. The Bears have surrendered eight scores through the air and are yielding an average of 18.3 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year.
Analysis: Manningham has been a major disappointment this season, and we’re not sure how much of an impact his lingering shoulder woe has had. Manningham has not been a useful Fantasy receiver in most leagues, and it is not clear if that is going to change anytime soon. The Bears have allowed just two wide receivers to find the end zone over the last five games, so Fantasy owners should keep Manningham in reserves for Week 11.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham is hoping to see a few more passes thrown in his direction in Week 11 against the Bears. Manningham hauled in just one reception for 20 yards in San Fransisco's tie with the Rams last week. He will be facing a Chicago defense that is allowing an average of 215 passing yards per contest. The Bears have surrendered eight scores through the air and are yielding an average of 18.3 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year.
Analysis: Manningham has been a huge bust his in his first year with the 49ers as he has struggled to make any kind of real impact in most Fantasy leagues. He has only 40 yards receiving on five catches over the last two games and has found the end zone just once on the season thus far. Now he looks to have an extremely touch matchup on tap against a Bears' defense that has only surrendered two scores to opposing WRs over the past five games. Fantasy owners should not consider Manningham a viable start heading into Week 11.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was not much of a factor in Week 10 against the Rams. He was targeted for three passes, catching just one for 20 yards in the 24-24 overtime tie.
Analysis: The 49ers' passing game struggled once Alex Smith left Sunday due to a concussion but Manningham continues to disappoint in Fantasy. He has 40 yards receiving on five catches over the last two games and has found the end zone just once thus far. With the Bears up next on the schedule, continue to view Manningham as more of a low-end Fantasy wideout in deeper formats for Week 11.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham has been ruled active for Week 10 against the Rams. He was listed as probable on Friday's injury report due to a lingering shoulder injury. St. Louis ranks 17th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 237 yards per game, and has allowed an average of 19.2 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham has not done much for owners so far this season as it has taken him awhile to get used to his new surroundings in San Francisco. He has posted over 50 yards receiving in just two games and has one score through seven games. The 49ers will likely run the ball more than throw it in Week 10 so leave Manningham for the deepest of Fantasy formats. When Manningham faced the Rams last season, as a member of the Giants, he caught three passes for 56 yards.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was listed as probable on Friday's injury report and is expected to play in Week 10 against the Rams. He sat out Week 7 against the Seahawks with a shoulder injury but was able to play in San Francisco's previous game. St. Louis ranks 17th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 237 yards per game, and has allowed an average of 19.2 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham has not done much for owners so far this season as it has taken him awhile to get used to his new surroundings in San Francisco. He has posted over 50 yards receiving in just two games and has one score through seven games. The 49ers will likely run the ball more than throw it in Week 10 so leave Manningham for the deepest of Fantasy formats. When Manningham faced the Rams last season, as a member of the Giants, he caught three passes for 56 yards.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham gained just 20 yards on four catches his last time out and will look to get back on track in Week 10 against the Rams. St. Louis ranks 17th in the league in pass defense, giving up over 237 yards per game, and has allowed an average of 19.2 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. When Manningham faced the Rams last season, as a member of the Giants, he caught three passes for 56 yards.
Analysis: Manningham has not done much for owners so far this season as it has taken him awhile to get used to his new surroundings in San Francisco. He has posted over 50 yards receiving in just two games and has one score through seven games. The 49ers will likely run the ball more than throw it in Week 10 so leave Manningham for the deepest of Fantasy formats.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was not much of a factor in Week 8 against the Cardinals. Manningham, who sat out the team's previous game with a shoulder injury, got the start Monday night and finished with four receptions for 20 yards. He had a long of 10 yards but took a backseat to Michael Crabtree, who finished with five receptions for 72 yards and a pair of scores in the 24-3 win.
Analysis: Manningham was fairly quiet Monday night but that was the case for anyone not named Crabtree or Alex Smith on the 49ers' offense. Still, the 26-year-old did not seem to be hampered by his shoulder at all and should be back to 100 percent when San Francisco welcomes St. Louis to town in Week 10. The 49ers are on a bye in Week 9. While Manningham has turned in a few decent performances thus far, he should be considered merely a low-end option heading into his next matchup in two weeks.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham is ready to play on Monday night of Week 8 at Arizona. Manningham is active for the 49ers after being on the injury report with a shoulder issue. He was probable and always expected to suit up. Manningham is returning after missing the previous game for San Francisco.
Analysis: Manningham looked good in practice and was cleared to return to game action after a one-game absence. Manningham racked up nine catches for 98 yards and a score in the two games prior to him getting hurt and will look to keep things rolling against a stingy Arizona secondary. The Cardinals enter the contest ranked fourth in pass defense after allowing an average of 191 passing yards per contest. Arizona has surrendered six TDs through the air while yielding an average of 10.6 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year. Consider him just a low-end flex Fantasy option in most leagues for Week 8.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (shoulder) was able to practice all week leading up to Monday against the Cardinals, and he is officially listed as probable for Week 8. Manningham was forced to miss the team’s previous game as a result of the injury.
Analysis: Manningham has reportedly looked good in practice, so the shoulder is not expected to be an issue. Manningham racked up nine catches for 98 yards and a score in the two games prior to him getting hurt and will look to keep things rolling against a stingy Arizona secondary. The Cardinals enter the contest ranked fourth in pass defense after allowing an average of 191 passing yards per contest. Arizona has surrendered six TDs through the air while yielding an average of 10.6 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year. Consider him just a low-end flex Fantasy option in most leagues for Week 8.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham (shoulder) was able to practice in full Thursday in preparation for San Francisco's Week 8 matchup against Arizona. Manningham was forced to sit out during the 49ers 13-6 win over the Seahawks due to his ailment. The Cardinals enter the contest ranked fourth in pass defense after allowing an average of 191 passing yards per contest. Arizona has surrendered six TDs through the air while yielding an average of 10.6 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the year.
Analysis: Manningham was able to practice without restriction Thursday and barring any setbacks, should be good to go Monday night. However, Fantasy owners may want to keep an eye on his status just to be on the safe side. Manningham racked up nine catches for 98 yards and a score in the two games prior to him getting hurt and will look to keep things rolling against a stingy Arizona secondary. However, the 26-year-old's production has been very inconsistent thus far, making it tough to start him most weeks. Consider Manningham merely a low-end flex option in most formats heading into Week 8.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham was unable to play Thursday against the Seahawks as a result of his shoulder injury. He was limited in practice as a result of the injury all week.
Analysis: Manningham is coming off his two best performances of the season, with nine catches for 98 yards and a score over the last two games. This obviously is a bad time for him to miss a game with an injury. The short week is likely to blame for his inability to suit up, so he should have plenty of time to heal prior to the team’s next game, in Week 8 against the Cardinals.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham is dealing with a shoulder injury and is officially questionable for the Week 7 Thursday night game against Seattle. Manningham will hope to suit up Thursday and play through the pain but does have a tough matchup ahead of him. The Seahawks have been quite solid defensively this season and are allowing the eighth-fewest Fantasy points per game to opposing wide receivers on the season to this point. Seattle had not allowed a single 100-yard receiving game until Wes Welker went for 138 yards and a touchdown against them last week.
Analysis: Manningham has had perhaps his best two performances of the season in back-to-back games with nine catches for 98 yards and a touchdown over that span. Due to that fact, this is an unfortunate time for him to have an injury. We expect Manningham to play, but Fantasy owners will still have to monitor that leading up to game time. Seattle has been solid against the pass this season for the exception of last week against the Patriots, and Alex Smith is no Tom Brady. We expect the San Francisco offense to struggle against Seattle and a healthy Manningham would be a low-end Fantasy flex option for the game.
News: 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham had a productive game in Week 6 against his former team -- the Giants. He caught five passes for a season-high 72 yards in the 26-3 loss. He has targeted a team-high 10 times and had a long reception of 36 yards. Manningham, who also had a 7-yard run, finished second in receiving on San Francisco behind wideout Randy Moss (75 yards) in the defeat.
Analysis: After a slow start to the season, Manningham has picked up the pace over the last two games with nine catches for 98 yards and a touchdown. He has yet to find a groove with quarterback Alex Smith but the two should continue to gel as the season goes on. Keep an eye on his progress and continue to view Manningham as more of a low-end Fantasy wideout heading into Week 7 against the Seahawks. Manningham faced Seattle once a year ago, when he was with New York, and posted five catches for 56 yards.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham will look to extend his touchdown streak to two games against a familiar team during Week 6. Manningham will be facing his former team in the Giants, who he spent four seasons with before joining the 49ers as a free agent in the offseason. The 26-year-old scored his first touchdown of the season last Sunday against Buffalo and is starting to show a grasp of the team's offense. "Mario is a very talented receiver," offensive coordinator Greg Roman said. "He’s got a great feel for the game. He understands leverage; he understands how to get open. He’s got really, really, extremely good feet and he’s done nothing but a great job with catching the ball for us."
Analysis: Manningham has overcome a slow start to the season in which he was held to less than 30 yards in each of the first two games and is averaging 11.1 yards per week since then. He is hoping for a big outing against his former team as he mentioned it was easier to prepare for them considering his familiarity. "I know the DBs, how they play, how they press, how patient they are at the line," Manningham said. "It makes it a little bit easier." That Giants defense has struggled catching up to receivers this season and is giving up an average of 26.4 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts. Consider Manningham a quality option in deeper Fantasy formats for Week 6.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham had a quiet day on offense for the most part but was able to find the end zone for the first time this season during Sunday's Week 5 game against the Bills. Alex Smith connected with Manningham for a 10-yard touchdown strike early in the fourth quarter. Manningham turned in five targets into four catches for 26 yards and a touchdown in a convincing 45-3 victory.
Analysis: It was nice to see Manningham finally score his first touchdown as a member of the 49ers after being held out of the end zone in his first four games. The problem is that he is still looking to build some chemistry with Alex Smith and has only had two games with at least over 30 yards receiving. Manninham will take the backseat to Michael Crabtree and Vernon Davis in the passing game but could have the ability to emerge as a reliable target in the future for the 49ers. That said, he is still considered as a low-end option heading into Week 6 at home against the his former team, Giants. New York permitted 291 yards through the air in Week 5 against Cleveland.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham, who came over from the Giants in the offseason, is looking to improve his rapport with quarterback Alex Smith as he heads into a favorable matchup against the Bills at home in Week 5. Manningham led the team with three receptions for 47 yards last week against the Jets and has had his numbers increase in the last two weeks after starting the season with 57 yards on seven receptions in his first two games with his new team.
Analysis: Manningham is starting to feel a little more comfortable with his new team and is starting to earn some more touches, which is impressive since the 49ers rely so heavily on the run. At this point he is the third-leading receiver in his team, turning 18 targets into 15 receptions for 160 yards through four games. He is only 38 yards away from Michael Crabtree, so it wouldn't be a surprise if Manningham becomes the team's leading receiver by the end of the season. Until he emerges as a reliable target for the 49ers, he is considered as a low-end Fantasy option heading into Week 5.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham registered team highs in receptions (three) and yards (47) during the 49ers' 34-0 rout of the Jets in Week 4. Manningham finished with five targets from quarterback Alex Smith for the second game in a row as he produced an average of 15.7 yards per catch. He also gained 28 yards on a nifty end-around play in the first half -- his second run this season of 25-plus yards.
Analysis: Throughout the past week, Manningham stressed how he was hoping to create a connection with Smith as a big-time threat downfield. Sunday was a step in the right direction. Manningham has raised his yards per catch average in each of the three games since the season opener, however, he must continue to fight for looks in the crowded 49ers' receiving corps. Until he emerges as one of the more reliable targets, he is considered a low-end Fantasy option, including for the 49ers' matchup against Buffalo in Week 5.
News: CSN Bay Area reports 49ers wide receiver Mario Manningham, who came over from the Giants in the offseason, said he is still trying to build rapport with quarterback Alex Smith heading into Week 4 against the Jets. "We're still trying to get on the same page," Manningham said. "We're not fully on the same page like we want to be -- me and him or him and the other wide outs. But I feel like we're getting there."
Analysis: Manningham doesn't have a touchdown through three games, but he had his best game with the 49ers Week 3. He finished with five catches for 56 yards and had a season-long 22-yard catch. The 49ers run a pretty balanced offense, so it's not shocking Manningham's numbers are down now that he is no longer in New York. Manningham has a long ways to go to becoming a viable Fantasy play again, so we recommend starting other options Week 4.
News: 49ers receiver Mario Manningham had five catches for 56 yards Sunday at Minnesota. He led the team in receiving yards, and he had five targets.
Analysis: Manningham is a low-end Fantasy option in the majority of leagues. This was his best game of the season, and he now has 12 catches for 113 yards on the season. He is not worth starting in the majority of leagues in Week 4 at the Jets.
News: Heading into Week 3 at Minnesota, 49ers receiver Mario Manningham has yet to be heavily involved in the offense. He had four targets in Week 1 at Green Bay with four catches for 29 yards, and in Week 2 against Detroit he had four targets with three catches for 28 yards. He could get going this week against the Vikings, who have allowed three receivers (Cecil Shorts, Reggie Wayne and Donnie Avery) to reach double digits in Fantasy points in two games.
Analysis: Manningham is the third receiving option at best for the 49ers behind Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree. Even in deep leagues he has minimal Fantasy value, and he should only be started in PPR formats since he has yet to score a touchdown.
News: The 49ers made an effort to make wide receiver Mario Manningham a bigger part of the offense in Week 2, and they did so by moving him around on the field. Manningham finished the game against the Lions with just three catches for 28 yards, but he added a 29-yard run in the game to finish with 57 yards of total offense. He was targeted four times in the passing game, as the Lions won, 27-19.
Analysis: Manningham was brought in from New York to provide another layer to the 49ers offense, but he has yet to really break out. At this point, he looks like the third option in the passing game, at best, so opportunities continue to be limited. We will need to see if he can carve out a more productive niche as he gets settled, but Manningham still has too much to prove to be worth relying on in Week 3 against the Vikings, despite their somewhat vulnerable passing defense.
News: The 49ers could not get newly-acquired wide receiver Mario Manningham involved in the offense in his first game last week, and he will try to make his impact felt more often beginning in Week 2 against the Lions. Manningham caught four passes for just 29 yards in Week 1 against the Packers. The 49ers were able to control the Packers’ passing attack in Week 1, so they were not forced to throw the ball much in a 30-22 win.
Analysis: The Lions have the ability to break a game open with their offense, so if the 49ers defense slips at all, San Francisco may be forced out of their comfort zone. Manningham is likely the third option in the passing game, so he will need the 49ers to put the ball in the air more often to emerge as a weapon. This week has the potential for some fireworks if the defense falters, but Manningham’s role is not well defined enough yet to make him worth relying on in most Fantasy formats for Week 2.
News:Mario Manningham made his debut with the 49ers in Week 1 against the Packers. He caught four passes for 29 yards in the 30-22 win. Manningham was targeted four times by quarterback Alex Smith in the contest and had a long reception of 11 yards.
Analysis: Manningham had a down campaign in his final year with the Giants and is expected to give the 49ers a more reliable option in the passing game this season. While he caught all of the passes that came his way Sunday, owners know that the offense in San Francisco goes through the running game. It will probably take some time for the 26-year-old to gel with Smith so keep an eye on his progress going forward. Heading into Week 2 against the Lions, continue to view Manningham as more of a low-end option in Fantasy.
News: After spending the first four seasons of his career with the Giants, Mario Manningham will make his 49ers' debut in Week 1 against the Packers. Green Bay ranked last in the NFL in pass defense a year ago, giving up nearly 300 yards per game, and allowed an average of 26.6 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts, which was second worst in the league. Manningham faced off against the Packers during the playoffs last season, catching three passes for 31 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: Manningham is currently behind Michael Crabtree and Randy Moss on the depth chart but he is expected to have a big role in the passing game this season. He was a solid red-zone target for the Giants over the last three seasons and that shouldn't change in his first year in San Francisco. However, owners might want to take a wait-and-see approach with the 26-year-old to see how much San Francisco throws the ball this season. Consider Manningham as more of a low-end Fantasy wideout or flex option for Week 1.
News: CSN Bay Area reports 49ers receiver Mario Manningham did not travel with the team for Sunday's preseason game after the passing of his grandfather.
Analysis: Manningham doesn't have a catch in the preseason, but he is expected to be one of the team's leading receivers in 2012. Manningham was limited by injuries last season with the Giants, but in 2009 and 2010 he had more than 800 receiving yards. He also had nine touchdowns in 2010. 49ers quarterback Alex Smith isn't as good as Giants quarterback Eli Manning, so it's going to be interesting to see if Manningham can match his numbers from 2009 and 2010. Manningham remains more of a late-round Fantasy receiver.
News: San Francisco wide receiver Mario Manningham didn't need much time to make an impression on his new teammates in camp this summer. After all, the 49ers received a healthy dose of him when he scored the game-tying touchdown in the NFC Championship game last year as a member of the Giants. "Quickness, explosiveness, a very polished receiver," cornerback Tarell Brown told NFL.com about Manningham, who signed a two-year contract with San Francisco in the offseason. "I think he's very swift in and out of his breaks."
Analysis: Manningham left one crowded receiving corps for another and will line up with Randy Moss, Michael Crabtree, Vernon Davis and others for targets from quarterback Alex Smith. "We’ve got a bunch of good receivers and there’s only one ball, if we’ve got to run the ball the whole game to win, that’s perfectly fine with me," Manningham said. "I’m all about the team. I’m getting it down, trying to get better every day." He was limited by injuries last season and mustered just 39 receptions for 523 yards and four touchdowns. The 26-year-old will have to battle for looks, but is viewed as a low-end No. 3 Fantasy receiver worthy of a selection in the late rounds of most drafts for the upcoming campaign.
News: 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh indicated Thursday that receiver Randy Moss would be a starter opposite Michael Crabtree this season, meaning Mario Manningham is the No. 3 receiver. Harbaugh praised Manningham, but he's behind Moss and Crabtree. Harbaugh said Manningham "really surged on in this camp as he's gotten to know system."
Analysis: Manningham's Fantasy value already took a hit with the move from the Giants to the 49ers, and if he's the No. 3 receiver then his stock will continue to fall. We consider Manningham a low-end No. 3 Fantasy option at best, and he should only be drafted with a late-round pick in the majority of leagues.
News: The San Francisco 49ers landed another wide receiver, agreeing to terms Saturday with free agent Mario Manningham on a two-year contract. Agent Drew Rosenhaus confirmed Saturday night that Manningham, the former New York Giants wideout, had reached a deal with the Niners. The 25-year-old Manningham had 39 catches for 523 yards and four touchdowns total last year in his fourth NFL season.
Analysis: After there was much speculation that he'd land with the Bucs, Manningham instead found himself in San Francisco. He'll be in a familiar position: part of a deep receiving corps. That might mean he'll break out and put up big numbers like he did in 2010 (944 yards, nine touchdowns), or it might mean he'll be buried and have limited playing time like he did in 2011. Figure him to be a fine reserve receiver worth a middle-to late-round pick. Some owners might opt to gamble on Niners receiver Randy Moss in Round 8 or 9 before taking Manningham.
News: The New York Daily News reports that free agent WR Mario Manningham is "probably" going to sign in Tampa Bay this offseason and leave the Giants. This would be in accordance with the report from CBSSports.com NFL Insider Clark Judge in February when he wrote Manningham would end up with the Bucs.
Analysis: Keep an eye on where Manningham signs, and he could still re-sign with the Giants. Wherever Manningham signs he will likely be a No. 3 Fantasy receiver at best even if he's a No. 1 option in the offense. Plan on drafting him with a mid-round pick as a key reserve on Draft Day.
News: Wide receiver Mario Manningham told WFAN-AM in New York that he never told the Youngstown (Ohio) Vindicator that he was "75 percent" sure he would not be with the Giants in 2012. Manningham told the radio station that he hopes to stay in New York as he enters free agency. This comes on the heels of a report from CBSSports.com NFL Columnist Clark Judge that Manningham has "virtually no chance" of staying with the Giants and that the Buccaneers were in line to sign him.
Analysis: The Bucs hired Giants quarterbacks coach Mike Sullivan to be their offensive coordinator, so there's a natural fit for Manningham there. This might be one of the best places for Manningham to land as playing time would be plentiful and his quarterback wouldn't be a mess. Manningham scored three touchdowns in the postseason to go along with four in the regular season, but he's only a year removed from a nine-score campaign in 2010. Figure him to be no better than a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR if he ends up in Tampa Bay, making him middle-round draft material.
News: CBSSports.com Senior NFL Columnist Clark Judge reports that wide receiver Mario Manningham is expected to land in Tampa Bay once free agency starts. Sources told Judge that there is "virtually no chance" Manningham will stay with the Giants, and with New York quarterbacks coach Mike Sullivan now the offensive coordinator for the Bucs, Manningham is expected to follow. Judge also reports that Manningham wants to play in a warm-weather city, which Tampa Bay qualifies as.
Analysis: Manningham knows Sullivan's offense, so joining him in Tampa Bay will be good for him. Josh Freeman really could have used him in 2011 after moping along with a regressing Mike Williams and an otherwise underachieving receiving corps. This might be one of the best places for Manningham to land as playing time would be plentiful and his quarterback wouldn't be a mess. Manningham scored three touchdowns in the postseason to go along with four in the regular season, but he's only a year removed from a nine-score campaign in 2010. Figure him to be no better than a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR if he ends up in Tampa Bay, making him middle-round draft material.
News: The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports that Giants WR Mario Manningham said that he's not sure where he will play in 2012. Manningham is an impending free agent this offseason after helping the Giants win Super Bowl XLVI. "I don't know where I'm going to end up," he said. "I'm not really thinking about that right now. All I'm thinking about is winning this game." He finished the Super Bowl with five catches for 73 yards on nine targets, and his 38-yard catch in the fourth quarter helped set up the Giants for the game-winning score.
Analysis: Manningham, who was drafted by the Giants in the third round in 2008 out of Michigan, had a solid playoff run with three touchdowns. He also caught 39 passes for 523 yards and four touchdowns during the regular season. We could see Manningham leaving the Giants, which might be good for his Fantasy value depending on where he ends up. The Giants will be loaded at WR with Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz, and Manningham would be the No. 3 target at best. Keep an eye on where he ends up in 2012, but Manningham should only be drafted as a No. 3 Fantasy WR with a mid-round pick even if he returns to the Giants.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham notched five receptions for 73 yards during New York’s 21-17 victory over New England in Super Bowl XLVI on Sunday. Manningham was targeted nine times by QB Eli Manning as he finished with a team-high 14.6 yards per catch. He was quiet for most of the game before breaking out in the fourth quarter with his dazzling 38-yard reception along the sideline during the Giants' game-winning drive.
Analysis: Manningham certainly saved his best production for last as he hauled in four catches during the fourth quarter, including three receptions during the game-winning drive. However, he was unable to reach the end zone for the first time this postseason despite finishing with his highest yardage output of the playoffs. The 25-year-old dealt with injuries throughout the regular season and missed four games, but still finished with four touchdowns. Fantasy should target Manningham in the middle rounds of drafts for next season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham only had one reception in the NFC Championship game against the 49ers, but he made it count, bringing in a 17-yard pass from Eli Manning in the fourth quarter that gave the Giants enough to tie the 49ers and send the game into overtime. They would end up winning, 20-17, on a Lawrence Tynes field goal in overtime.
Analysis: Manningham has now scored in every game so far during these playoffs despite having just eight catches and being the Giant’s third option in the passing game. Manning has been throwing the ball a lot and will likely have to again in the Super Bowl, as their AFC counterpart, the Patriots has one of the best passing offenses and one of the worst passing defenses in the league. Manningham is finding ways to get into the end-zone right now and with a great matchup should be a viable starting Fantasy option for the Super Bowl.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had three catches for 31 yards and a touchdown during New York's 37-20 victory over Green Bay in its NFC Divisional Playoff game on Sunday. Manningham connected with QB Eli Manning on a 4-yard touchdown strike in the fourth quarter to give the Giants a 30-13 advantage, its largest lead of the game. He totaled three targets from Manning during the game as he posted a long gain of 19 yards.
Analysis: Manningham didn't play in New York's Week 13 loss to the Packers because of a knee injury. He still isn’t healed and is essentially playing through the pain, but was on the receiving end of one of Manning's three touchdown passes on Sunday. Manningham has experienced an inconsistent season, but he also had a touchdown against Atlanta last week, and coach Tom Coughlin has said he’s re-emerged. Consider him a viable WR option in Fantasy playoff formats against San Francisco in the NFC Championship next week.
News:Mario Manningham capped the scoring in a 24-2 win against Atlanta in the Wild Card round of the playoffs Sunday. Manningham split two defenders and ran under a perfectly thrown pass by Eli Manning to finish the scoring with a 27-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter. Manningham finished with four catches for 68 yards on five targets.
Analysis: It was a tough year for Manningham. He got off to a slow start before battling a knee injury that plagued him in the second half. He had a run in the middle of the season when he scored in three games, but that was arguably his best highlight of the season before the postseason touchdown. The emergence of Victor Cruz also dropped Manningham to being the third option in the passing game. For that, Manningham will be a No. 3 Fantasy WR on Draft Day 2012. View him as a No. 2 Fantasy WR for the Divisional round of the playoffs against Green Bay.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had his slowest game of the season in Week 17 against the Cowboys. He was not targeted for a single pass and finished with zero catches in the 31-14 win.
Analysis: Manningham was shutout for the first time this season on Sunday. He finished the regular season with 39 catches for 523 yards with four touchdowns. It appears as though he has been surpassed by Victor Cruz on the depth chart, and could see his production take a hit going forward. That being the case, leave Manningham for the later rounds on Draft Day in 2012.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has been ruled active for Week 17 against the Cowboys. He was limited in practice the week leading up to Sunday due to a knee injury.
Analysis: Manningham has missed four games this season with various injuries, but it will not keep him out Sunday. He has been limited to only six receptions over his past three games combined and just one touchdown in the month of December. The Cowboys are yielding an average of 19.9 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts this season. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 17.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is considered probable for Week 17 against Dallas despite a lingering knee injury. Manningham was a limited participant in practice throughout the past week and is expected to return from a one-game absence to play on Sunday. The 25-year-old has managed 39 total receptions for 523 yards and four touchdowns during an injury-riddled campaign this season.
Analysis: Manningham has missed four games this season with various injuries, but New York coach Tom Coughlin said he expected Manningham will be able to play on Sunday. He has been limited to only six receptions over his past three games combined and just one touchdown in the month of December. The Cowboys are yielding an average of 19.9 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts this season. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option if he's able to suit up for Week 17.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) was a limited participant in practice again Thursday as the team prepares for Week 17 against Dallas. Manningham also practiced Wednesday and could return from a one-game absence because of the injury to play in Sunday's game.
Analysis: Manningham has missed four games this season with various injuries, but New York coach Tom Coughlin said he expected Manningham will be able to play on Sunday. He has been limited to only six receptions over his past three games combined and just one touchdown in the month of December. The Cowboys are yielding an average of 19.9 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts this season. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option if he's able to suit up for Week 17.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was officially a limited participant in practice Wednesday as he continues to deal with a knee injury that will require surgery after the season. Manningham, who was inactive for Week 16 against the Jets, was able to work out, but was not moving at full speed.
Analysis: Manningham has missed four games this season with various injuries, but New York coach Tom Coughlin said he expected Manningham will be able to play on Sunday against Dallas. He has been limited to only six receptions over his past three games combined and just one touchdown in the month of December. The Cowboys are yielding an average of 19.9 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts this season. Consider him a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option if he's able to suit up for Week 17.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) has been ruled inactive for Week 16 at N.Y. Jets. He came into the game as doubtful.
Analysis: Manningham dealt with swelling in his problematic knee this week, and it proved enough to keep him out Week 16. Manningham could be a No. 3 Fantasy WR if he returns Week 17 against the Cowboys, but you have to keep him reserved Week 16.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is considered doubtful for Week 16 against the Jets because of a persistent knee injury. Manningham has been unable to practice this week as the swelling in his knee has kept him on the sideline. Manningham, who has missed three games this season because of injuries, has registered 39 receptions for 523 yards and four touchdowns for New York.
Analysis: It doesn't appear Manningham will be able to suit up for Saturday's game and even if he does, he is likely to be limited by the injury after not practicing all week. Manningham's yardage totals haven't been overly impressive this season, but he has recorded a touchdown in four of his past six games played. The Jets own one of the best secondaries in the NFL and are allowing opposing wideouts to average just 14.7 Fantasy points per week. Consider Manningham a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR -- at best -- for Week 16 if he plays.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was held out of practice again Thursday because of a lingering knee injury. Manningham said on Wednesday he intended to practice Thursday and play on Saturday against the Jets. But coach Tom Coughlin said on Thursday that Manningham still has swelling in his knee.
Analysis: Friday will be the key day for Manningham. If he misses another practice and is questionable, then there is some cause for concern. But the Giants have rested players during the week and then activated them over the weekend, so there is still hope Manningham plays Week 16. Manningham has touchdowns in four of the last six games he has played. He is not putting up monster numbers, but it's nice to know QB Eli Manning looks his way down near the goal line. The Jets have one of the best secondaries in the NFL and are allowing WRs to average just 14.7 Fantasy points per week. Consider Manningham at best a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 16.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham did not practice Wednesday as he rested his injured knee. New York will play the Jets in Week 16. Manningham told reporters that he will play Saturday and plans on practicing Thursday.
Analysis: We aren't sure this is a setback with Manningham's knee. It just might be a way for the team to provide him some rest since it's clear he might not be 100 percent. Manningham has touchdowns in four of the last six games he has played. He is not putting up monster numbers, but it's nice to know QB Eli Manning looks his way down near the goal line. The Jets have one of the best secondaries in the NFL and are allowing WRs to average just 14.7 Fantasy points per week. Consider Manningham at best a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 16.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was held to three catches for 57 yards in Week 15 against the Redskins. He was held out of the end zone and was targeted five times in the loss. Manningham failed to score for just the second time in the last six games he has played.
Analysis: Manningham came into the game with three touchdowns in five career games against Washington. Perhaps he would have had a good chance to score Week 15 if the Giants offense didn't struggle the entire game. Manningham isn't going to post monster numbers because the Giants have so many weapons on offense, but he is a reliable red-zone target for QB Eli Manning, which keeps him in play as a Fantasy option. Consider Manningham a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 16 against the Jets.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has visited the end zone frequently in his young career against the Redskins, his Week 15 opponent. Manningham has scored a touchdown in three of five career games against Washington, which included a career-high 92 yarder in the final matchup against the Redskins last season. The Redskins are yielding just 16.8 Fantasy points per week to WRs, which is the fourth-lowest average in the NFL, but have given up five touchdowns to WRs in the last four weeks.
Analysis: Manningham had a chance for a two-touchdown game in Week 14 against the Cowboys, but he dropped the would-be game-winner on the final drive. He still produced 12 Fantasy points in his return from a knee injury. QB Eli Manning has a lot of targets on offense, but Manningham still works his way into the mix. The good news for the Giants is that the Redskins starting safeties this week will be rookie DeJon Gomes and Reed Doughty. Consider Manningham a viable No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option.
News: After missing the last two games due to a knee injury, Giants WR Mario Manningham returned in style in Week 14 against the Cowboys. He caught two passes for 62 yards and a touchdown in the 37-34 win. He hauled in a 47-yard scoring strike from QB Eli Manning in the third quarter for his fourth touchdown in his last five games. He could have had another score late in the game but he dropped what would have been touchdown. Manningham, who was targeted eight times, finished third on New York in receiving behind WRs Hakeem Nicks (154 yards) and Victor Cruz (83 yards).
Analysis: Manningham has proven to be a solid Fantasy option, when healthy, and proved his worth on Sunday night. While he was only able to come up with two of the eight passes thrown his way, he made the most of the ones he did. He did not show any signs of his injury against the Cowboys but keep an eye on his status throughout the week just to be safe. Even though the Giants have some serious talent in their receiving corps, he remains a viable option in Fantasy so consider Manningham as no worse than a No. 3 WR for Week 15 against the Redskins. When he faced the division foe earlier in the year, he caught four passes for 49 yards.
News: After missing the previous two games, Giants WR Mario Manningham has been ruled active for Week 14 against the Cowboys. He was able to practice the entire week leading up to Sunday despite a knee injury. Dallas ranks 14th in the league in pass defense, giving up under 231 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 18.8 Fantasy points to wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham could be rusty in his first game back and still has to contend with Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz for targets. Keep an eye on how he does against the Cowboys but consider the 25-year-old as more of a No. 4 Fantasy WR for Week 14.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) practiced for a third straight day Friday and was then listed as probable for Week 14 at Dallas. Manningham has missed the last two games. Coach Tom Coughlin said Manningham looked "good, sharp, quick" on Thursday. The Cowboys rank 14th in the league in pass defense, giving up under 231 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 18.8 Fantasy points to wideouts.
Analysis: As long as Manningham doesn't suffer a setback over the weekend, then he should return Sunday for a must-win game for the Giants. Unfortunately, Manningham still has to contend with Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz for targets. Consider Manningham at best a No. 4 Fantasy WR for Week 14.
News: In an encouraging sign, Giants WR Mario Manningham, who has missed the last two games with a knee injury, practiced for a second straight day Thursday as the team prepares for Week 14 at Dallas. Coach Tom Coughlin said Manningham looked "good, sharp, quick" during the last two days of practice. The Cowboys rank 14th in the league in pass defense, giving up under 231 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 18.8 Fantasy points to wideouts.
Analysis: The fact Manningham was able to practice a second straight day likely means his knee is holding up and his return to the lineup Week 14 is optimistic. The fact Coughlin says Manningham is looking sharp is also encouraging. The Giants could really use him in a must-win game on Sunday. If Manningham returns Week 14, however, he will probably be nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy WR since he has to compete with Hakeem Nicks and Victor Cruz for targets.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who has missed the last two games with a knee injury, returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity. New York plays at Dallas in Week 14. The Cowboys rank 14th in the league in pass defense, giving up under 231 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 18.8 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: The fact Manningham practiced Wednesday is a good sign. Now, he just has to improve and avoid a setback. The Giants' playoff hopes are on the line, so this is a must-win game against the Cowboys. They could definitely use Manningham's presence. If Manningham returns Week 14, however, he will probably be nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) has been ruled inactive for Week 13 against the Packers. Manningham was once again unable to practice this week due to troublesome knee injury. Coach Tom Coughlin told reporters earlier this week Manningham's injury has not shown much improvement over the last few days.
Analysis: Manningham has now missed two straight games with his injury and there reports floating around suggesting his injury may require surgery. Fantasy owners should keep on eye on his status moving forward to see when he will be able to get back on the field. However, if Manningham does need surgery, his season could be cut short. The Giants host the Cowboys in Week 14.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) was unable to practice for the third straight day Friday and his chances of playing in Week 13 against Green Bay appear slim. He is doubtful on the injury report. Manningham, who did not practice last week, has not shown much improvement in his ailing knee, New York coach Tom Coughlin said. It's possible Manningham could require surgery, but it is unclear if the setback is season-ending.
Analysis: Manningham missed the Giants' last game in Week 12 and could be headed for another seat on the bench. He will likely be a game-time decision for the key NFC showdown against the Packers, who have surrendered 287.8 passing yards per game to opponents this season. Manningham has 34 receptions for 404 yards this season. Continue to monitor his status, but prepare to have healthier alternatives ready for Week 13.
News: A trio of Giants offensive players were unable to practice Thursday. WRs Hakeem Nicks (ribs, concussion) and Mario Manningham (knee), and RB Ahmad Bradshaw (foot) were held out of practice again as the team prepares for Week 13 vs. Green Bay. Giants coach Tom Coughlin said Manningham has not shown much improvement. Manningham said there is a "50-50" chance he'll play Sunday. He added he might need surgery and he doesn't know if this injury is season-ending. "I don't know," Manningham said. "We'll have to see."
Analysis: Coughlin said Wednesday that Manningham still has some swelling in his knee, and the fact he was unable to practice Thursday isn't comforting. Continue to track Manningham's progress, but it appears you might have to use healthier alternatives in Week 13.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham didn't return to practice Wednesday because coach Tom Coughlin said he still has swelling in his knee. Manningham missed his second game of the season Week 12 and his status for Week 13 vs. Green Bay is TBD.
Analysis: Manningham has been dealing with this knee injury since Week 10, but only forced him out of the lineup last week. Now, he could miss a second game if this swelling doesn't subside. Plan to use healthier alternatives Week 13 unless we get a more positive report in the coming days.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has been ruled inactive for Week 12 against the Saints due to a knee injury. Manningham, who was unable to practice this week due to his injury, traveled with the team, but was ruled out after going through warmups.
Analysis: Manningham claimed he was going to play on Monday night, but it appears that will not be the case. Fantasy owners should continue and monitor his status moving forward to see when he will be able to get back on the field. Manningham can be considered no worse than a No. 3 Fantasy WR, when healthy. The Giants host the Packers in Week 13.
News:The Star-Ledger reports Giants WR Mario Manningham, who is questionable for Week 12 with a knee injury, is traveling with the team for Monday night's game against the Saints. He is still expected to be a game-time decision.
Analysis: Manningham said Friday he expected to play Monday despite not practicing this week. However, the Giants will make the final call. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status as the Saints offer a favorable matchup and are permitting an average of 21.4 Fantasy points per game to opposing wideouts. It's just that Manningham is a risky Fantasy play because of his injury, so you might consider starting healthier alternatives.
News: Giants wide receiver Mario Manningham could not practice due to his knee once again on Saturday in preparation for the Monday night game in New Orleans Week 12. Manningham is officially listed as questionable for the game. Manningham said Friday that he expects to play in the game.
Analysis: As far as Manningham saying he's going to suit up for the Monday night game, we're not so sure. Manningham is a little too questionable right now after not practicing on Saturday. Despite the knee injury Manningham stayed in the lineup last Sunday against Philadelphia, but turned in his worst game of the season. He finished with just one catch for the second time this year and had his streak of consecutive outings with a touchdown halted at three games. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status as the Saints offer a favorable matchup and are permitting an average of 21.4 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Consider Manningham a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR if he plays in Week 12. just don't expect it.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (knee) did not return to practice Friday as the team prepared for its Week 12 matchup at New Orleans. Manningham was also held out of Thursday's session and his official status for Monday's game will not be determined until the team releases its injury report on Saturday. "My knee has just been a little sore the last couple weeks, but I'm going to be good to go," Manningham said.
Analysis: Despite the knee injury Manningham stayed in the lineup last Sunday against Philadelphia, but turned in his worst game of the season. He finished with just one catch for the second time this year and had his streak of consecutive outings with a touchdown halted at three games. Fantasy owners should continue to monitor his status as the Saints offer a favorable matchup and are permitting an average of 21.4 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Consider Manningham a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR if he plays in Week 12.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was unable to practice Thursday as he continues to deal with a troublesome knee injury. Manningham has been bothered by injuries for several weeks, including last Sunday, but remained in the lineup against Philadelphia during Week 11.
Analysis: Manningham had his worst performance of the year last Sunday and recorded just one catch for the second time this season. He had scored a touchdown in the previous three games so hopefully he will be able to start a new streak on Sunday. The Saints have given up nine touchdowns to wide receivers this season. Consider Manningham a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 12 if he's healthy enough to play.
News: After posting just 4 yards on one catch his last time out, Giants WR Mario Manningham will be looking to get back on track in Week 12 against the Saints. New Orleans ranks 19th in the league in pass defense, giving up nearly 240 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 21.4 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: Manningham had his worst performance of the year in Week 11 and recorded just one catch for the second time this season. He had scored a touchdown in the previous three games so hopefully he will be able to start a new streak on Sunday. The Saints have given up nine touchdowns to wide receivers thus far and with the way QB Eli Manning targets him in the red zone, there is a good chance for a productive performance from Manningham. Consider the 25-year-old a No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 12.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham did not contribute much in Week 11 against the Eagles. He was held to one catch for a season-low 4 yards in the 17-10 loss. Manningham, who entered Sunday with a knee injury, was targeted two times by QB Eli Manning.
Analysis: Manningham was limited in practice earlier in the week due to his injury but was at full-go on Thursday and Friday. The Eagles did a solid job of limiting him on Sunday, as they did to most of the Giants' offense. He remains one of the more potent options in the passing game in New York so keep an eye on his progress going forward. But as long as he remains a key piece in the offense, he will retain value in Fantasy. Consider Manningham as no worse than a low-end No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 12 against the Saints.
News: New York WR Mario Manningham as active for Week 11 against Philadelphia. He's dealing with a knee injury, but was able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday.
Analysis: Manningham has caught a touchdown pass in each of the last three games and will be looking to extend that streak against the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks 11th in the league in pass defense, giving up just under 220 yards per contest, and have allowed an average of 20.7 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Manningham did not play when the division foes met earlier in the year due to a concussion. He had 77 yards and a touchdown on a bad knee Week 10 and seems to be on the same page as Eli Manning. Fantasy owners should consider Manningham a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 11.
News: New York WR Mario Manningham is officially listed as probable for Sunday's game against Philadelphia. He's dealing with a knee injury, but was able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday.
Analysis: Manningham has caught a touchdown pass in each of the last three games and will be looking to extend that streak against the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks 11th in the league in pass defense, giving up just under 220 yards per contest, and have allowed an average of 20.7 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Manningham did not play when the division foes met earlier in the year due to a concussion. He had 77 yards and a touchdown on a bad knee Week 10 and seems to be on the same page as Eli Manning. Fantasy owners should consider Manningham a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 11.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham returned to a full practice Thursday after being limited Wednesday with a lingering knee injury. He is expected to play Week 11 vs. Philadelphia barring a setback. Manningham has caught a touchdown pass in each of the last three games and will be looking to extend that streak against the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks 11th in the league in pass defense, giving up just under 220 yards per contest, and have allowed an average of 20.7 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Manningham did not play when the division foes met earlier in the year due to a concussion.
Analysis: Manningham had 77 yards and a touchdown on a bad knee Week 10. He is finally getting back into a rhythm with QB Eli Manning. The Giants can afford to rest him some during the practice week, so we aren't too concerned about his Week 11 status. Consider Manningham no worse than a No. 2 Fantasy WR. He caught 11 passes for 137 yards and two scores in two games against the Eagles a year ago and should be in line for a productive performance on Sunday. Consider Manningham a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 11.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has caught a touchdown pass in each of the last three games and will be looking to extend that streak in Week 11 against the Eagles. Philadelphia ranks 11th in the league in pass defense, giving up just under 220 yards per contest, and have allowed an average of 20.7 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Manningham, who was limited in practice Wednesday because of a knee injury, did not play when the division foes met earlier in the year due to a concussion.
Analysis: Manningham is expected to play Sunday so owners need not worry. He has recorded all three of his touchdowns this season over the last three weeks and appears to be heating up for the Giants. He posted a season-high 77 yards receiving his last time out and is starting to see more looks in the red zone. He caught 11 passes for 137 yards and two scores in two games against the Eagles a year ago and should be in line for a productive performance on Sunday. Consider Manningham a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 11.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who played Week 10 despite a knee injury, was limited in practice Wednesday in prep for Week 11 vs. Philadelphia. Manningham is expected to play Sunday barring a setback.
Analysis: Manningham had 77 yards and a touchdown on a bad knee Week 10. He has scored in three straight games and is finally getting back into a rhythm with QB Eli Manning. The Giants can afford to rest him some during the practice week, so we aren't too concerned about his Week 11 status. Consider Manningham no worse than a No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham matched a season high with six receptions for 77 yards and a touchdown during New York's 27-20 loss to San Francisco in Week 10. Manningham connected with QB Eli Manning on a 13-yard touchdown pass in the third quarter to give the Giants a 13-12 lead. It was the third consecutive game Manningham has scored a touchdown. He collected 10 targets from Manning.
Analysis: Manningham turned in a busy day after being listed as questionable on the team's injury report with a knee injury. He didn't seem to be affected by the issue and surpassed his previous season high for yards set against Miami (63). Manningham also posted a sturdy 12.8 yards per catch as he and Hakeem Nicks accounted for the only Giants touchdowns. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR against Philadelphia in Week 11 if he's healthy.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is active for Week 10 against San Francisco after being a late addition to the injury report with a knee injury. Manningham practiced throughout the past week but was listed as questionable on the injury report Saturday.
Analysis: New York will have its full complement of receivers active for Sunday's game as Hakeem Nicks was also ruled active for the game. Manningham will look to reach the end zone for the third consecutive game against a 49ers defense that is permitting an average of 21.5 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Consider Manningham a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR, but there is some caution with the injury.
News: The Giants added WR Mario Manningham to their injury report Saturday with a knee injury. He's officially questionable for Week 10 at the 49ers. Manningham practiced in full all week and wasn't on any previous reports, so speculation is that something happened within the last 24 hours that caused the addition to the injury report. He did travel with the team to San Francisco according to CBSSports.com RapidReports. Manningham is trying to score in his third straight game.
Analysis: It's never a good thing for a player to be added late to the injury report, so owners should be real careful about expecting production from Manningham at this point. If you're planning on going with him your lineup, have a backup plan in place just in case he's ruled inactive for the game. Some possible late-game replacements who might be available on waivers include Ramses Barden (at SF), Jeremy Kerley (vs. NE), Torrey Smith (at SEA), Doug Baldwin (vs. BAL), Michael Jenkins (at GB), Titus Young (at CHI), Nate Burleson (at CHI) and Earl Bennett (vs. DET). We'll keep you posted on his status as we get news.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has caught a touchdown in each of the last two games and will be looking to extend that streak in Week 10 against the 49ers. San Francisco ranks 22nd in the league in pass defense, giving up over 255 yards per contest, and have allowed an average of 21.5 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts. The 49ers have given up eight touchdowns to receivers thus far.
Analysis: Manningham does not always put up a ton of yardage but his ability to find the end zone the last couple of weeks has given him a nice boost in Fantasy. With Hakeem Nicks banged up, he provides QB Eli Manning with a nice target in the red zone and he should continue to see passes thrown his way. With the way the 49ers have struggled against the pass, consider Manningham a No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 10.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham did not make a ton of catches in Week 9 against the Patriots but he made some big plays down the stretch. He drew a crucial pass interference penalty late in the game can came up with a 10-yard touchdown grab in the fourth quarter. It was his second score of the year. He finished with three catches for 33 yards in the 24-20 win. Manningham was targeted seven times by QB Eli Manning in the victory.
Analysis: Manningham has posted a score in back-to-back games and saw some targets in the red zone on Sunday with Hakeem Nicks (hamstring) inactive. While he had his slowest performance in weeks against the Patriots, he should continue to see a ton of passes thrown his way as one of the more reliable pass catchers for Manning. Keep an eye on Nick's health status as it will likely affect his Fantasy value going forward. But heading into Week 10 against the 49ers, consider Manningham as a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has been ruled active for Week 9 against the Patriots after sitting out of practice earlier in the week due to an illness. New England ranks last in the league against the pass, giving up over 323 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 27.9 Fantasy points per week to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: With Hakeem Nicks (hamstring) out on Sunday, Manningham should see a larger role alongside Victor Cruz. He has caught 17 passes for 185 yards and one touchdown over his last four games and has posted at least five grabs in each of his last three contests. With a favorable matchup for Week 9, consider Manningham a No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (illness) is listed as probable for Week 9 at New England. He returned to a full practice Thursday after sitting out Friday. The Patriots enter Sunday ranked last in the league against the pass, giving up over 323 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 27.9 Fantasy points per week to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: It's good that the Giants are going to have Manningham available because Hakeem Nicks is listed as doubtful with a hamstring injury. Now, Manningham and Victor Cruz are expected to be the top receivers for QB Eli Manning in this favorable matchup on paper. Make sure to have Manningham active as a No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who sat out Wednesday's practice with an illness, returned to practice Thursday as the team prepares for Week 9 at New England. The Patriots enter Sunday ranked last in the league against the pass, giving up over 323 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 27.9 Fantasy points per week to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: We figured whatever Manningham was dealing with was minor and that seems to be the case. The Giants can't afford to be down another star player with WR Hakeem Nicks and RB Ahmad Bradshaw both hurting. Manningham might have to play a bigger role Sunday if Nicks is out, so Fantasy owners should consider starting him with the favorable matchup.
News:Mario Manningham joined fellow Giants WR Hakeem Nicks (hamstring) on the sidelines for practice Wednesday. However, Manningham's situation appears far less severe as he was out with an illness. New York plays at New England in Week 9. The Patriots enter Sunday ranked last in the league against the pass, giving up over 323 yards per game, and have allowed an average of 27.9 Fantasy points to opposing wideouts.
Analysis: An illness is unlikely to keep Manningham sidelined Week 9, but we still need to keep tabs on his progress just in case he doesn't make it back in time for Sunday's game. With Nicks questionable, Manningham could play a bigger role in Week 9 after finally getting his first touchdown of the season Week 8. Consider Manningham a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 9.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham ended his season-long scoring slump with his first touchdown reception of the season in Week 8 against the Dolphins. Manningham hooked up with QB Eli Manning for a 7-yard score in the second quarter. Manningham also had a season-best 63 yards on six catches. He was targeted nine times.
Analysis: Manningham benefited Week 8 from the Giants having to throw the ball a lot. However, he finally got a touchdown and looked like the Manningham of old. He could be asked to play an even bigger role in Week 9 at New England if Hakeem Nicks, who sustained a hamstring injury Week 8, can't play. Manningham's value will be determined on Nicks' status, but for now Manningham is a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham hasn't surpassed 56 yards in a game this season. He has reached that feat three times this year, including in each of his last two games. Manningham will look to top that total in Week 8 against the Dolphins. Miami is allowing WRs to average 23 Fantasy points per week and WRs have totaled eight touchdowns in six games against them.
Analysis: Manningham is five games into his 2011 campaign and still doesn't have a touchdown. Injury and the emergence of Victor Cruz has plenty to do with that. However, Manningham showed before the team's bye that he is getting more involved on offense, so hopefully the floodgates will break soon. Consider Manningham a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 8.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught five passes for 56 yards in Week 6 against Buffalo, but could have finished with a much more productive stat line. He was held by a Bills defender on a possible scoring play that resulted in a penalty. He also failed to keep control of a catch in the end zone after he hit the ground.
Analysis: Manningham was targeted a team-high eight times in the game. Much has been made about the recent emergence of Victor Cruz and how that could cut into Manningham's role going forward. In Week 6, Cruz finished with just two catches for 12 yards on four targets. Manningham was featured early and often and was targeted on possible scoring plays. He was even targeted at the goal line late in the game on a pass that Eli Manning could not get to him. Manningham's role could continue to fluctuate going forward, but he appeared to re-establish himself as the team's No. 2 WR in Week 6. The Giants will be on a bye in Week 7, but Manningham will be a worthwhile starting option in most Fantasy formats for what should be a favorable matchup in Week 8 against the Dolphins.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has gotten off to a slow start this season, but a matchup against the Bills in Week 6 could be just what he needs to get him going. The Bills rank 26th in the NFL against the pass, allowing an average of 283.4 passing yards per game. They have allowed 10 passing touchdowns, tied for third most in the league.
Analysis: Manningham has been a letdown in Fantasy considering he was targeted as a No. 2 WR in most drafts this offseason. Through the first five weeks, his five-catch, 56-yard effort in Week 5 against Seattle actually rates as his most productive. The emergence of Victor Cruz in the offense has had something to do with Manningham's disappointing start, but it has seemed -- at times -- that he has been on a different page than QB Eli Manning with the QB seen correcting him on several routes throughout the year. Manningham's play-making ability, and his continued role as a No. 2 WR opposite Hakeem Nicks, still puts him in a position to turn things around. This matchup against a Bills defense that tends to be aggressive and is sometimes vulnerable to the big play could get Manningham going in the right direction. Consider him a viable No. 3 WR with plenty of room to grow.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught five passes for 56 yards in Week 5 against the Seahawks. He was targeted nine times in the game, good for second on the team and two fewer than Victor Cruz (11).
Analysis: Much was made during the week about Manningham being replaced in two-receiver sets in Week 4 by Cruz. However, both Manningham and his offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride insisted that Manningham remains ahead of Cruz on the depth chart. For much of Sunday's game, it was Hakeem Nicks and Manningham who were the top two targets in the passing game. In fact, Cruz entered the fourth quarter with just 22 yards receiving and four targets. Cruz blew up in the fourth quarter to finish with a team-high eight catches for 161 yards and a score. Manningham should still be considered No. 2 on the depth chart, but it is clear that Cruz has emerged as more than merely a role player in the offense and this situation stands to water down targets in New York's pass offense. Manningham should continue to see enough looks to make an impact in Fantasy, but Fantasy owners should view this situation as a possible source of inconsistency. Consider him a No. 3 option in Fantasy for Week 6 against Buffalo.
News: Even though Giants WR Mario Manningham was briefly benched during last Sunday's win in Arizona in favor of Victor Cruz, he insists he remains the starter opposite WR Hakeem Nicks, according Giants RapidReporter Alex Raskin. Manningham wouldn't elaborate on the reasoning behind the brief benching. He also said he is no longer feeling any lingering issues with the concussion he suffered in Week 3. The Giants went away from using Mario Manningham in two receiver sets during the second half of their Week 4 win in Arizona, with Manningham playing mostly as the third receiver in the third and fourth quarters.
Analysis: Manningham has downplayed the issue since Sunday. While Cruz has played well over the past two weeks, Manningham is likely to remain No. 2 on the depth chart. What Cruz's emergence could impact is a potential third option that had been non-existent through the first couple of weeks of the season, though it was much needed. Cruz's emergence could actually go a long way toward helping Manningham in that it could begin to open things up for both Manningham and Hakeem Nicks with another receiver to worry about for opposing defenses. Manningham will continue to see plenty of looks and still qualifies as a No. 3 WR option for any league against the Seahawks in Week 5. Seattle has allowed just two touchdown passes this season to opposing wide receivers.
News: The New York Daily News notes that the Giants went away from using Mario Manningham in two receiver sets during the second half of their Week 4 win in Arizona. Victor Cruz was instead used in his place. Manningham played mostly as the third receiver in the third and fourth quarters. "That's how it is," Manningham said. "There's plays where he comes in, there's plays where I come in."
Analysis: Manningham, who was returning from the concussion he suffered two weeks ago, said after the game that he was fine physically. One half of football should not shake up the depth chart, but it is something to monitor going forward. With Cruz playing so well in Week 3 with Manningham out, there could be some competition for targets. The report also noted that QB Eli Manning appeared to be frustrated with Manningham in the first half for what appeared to be some incorrect routes. Hakeem Nicks is the default No. 1 target in the offense. Manningham has been the clear No. 2. Now, there seems to be some competition. Fantasy owners should take this into account and consider Manningham merely a low-end No. 3 WR option until this situation pans out. He has the upside of a solid No. 2 option when things are going his way. The Giants will host the Seahawks in Week 5.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was quiet in Week 4 against the Cardinals. Eli Manning targeted him five times, but Manningham hauled in just one catch for 10 yards. New York would go on to win the game, however, 31-27.
Analysis: Manningham missed Week 3 because of a concussion, so there is always a chance he's still suffering from the effects of that. Fantasy owners should monitor his status during the week. The Giants face the Seahawks in Week 5, a team that has allowed just three passing scores this season. When healthy, Manningham is a solid WR option, but his health is definitely in question. Right now Manningham isn't looking like much, but he should be able to get going down the road once he holds onto the ball.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was active for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals on Sunday. He suffered a concussion earlier in the season, but has been clear to play.
Analysis: Manningham missed last week because of this concussion. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on him during the game. When healthy, Manningham is a solid WR option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) practiced in full Friday and is listed as probable for Week 4 at Arizona. Manningham has faced Arizona once in his career. He caught four passes for 47 yards, but failed to find the end zone. Manningham has 12 career touchdowns of 20 yards or more.
Analysis: Manningham missed Week 3 because of the concussion, but he was cleared to return earlier in the week and it looks like that will happen. The Cardinals are allowing WRs to average 25 Fantasy points per week, so consider putting Manningham back into your Fantasy lineup.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) practiced for a second straight day Thursday as the team prepares for Week 4 against the Cardinals. Manningham has faced Arizona once in his career. He caught four passes for 47 yards, but failed to find the end zone. In his career, Manningham has 14 touchdowns -- 12 of them have been 20 yards or more.
Analysis: Manningham said Monday that he expected to return to the lineup Week 4 after sitting out Week 3, and it appears he is on track to back up what he has been saying. Even with Victor Cruz having a breakout performance against the Eagles, Manningham is still one of the team's star receivers and should put up better numbers than Cruz on a weekly basis. If he plays Week 4, then consider putting him back into active Fantasy lineups.
News: The Newark Star-Ledger reports that the Giants cleared WR Mario Manningham (concussion) to return to practice on Wednesday, but on a limited basis. He said on Monday he has been cleared to practice and expects to return Week 4 against the Cardinals.
Analysis: Manningham anticipated he would be cleared, but the Giants did not give the official word until Wednesday. As long as he does not suffer any setbacks this week in practice, he should be good to go for Week 4 at Arizona, resuming his role as the team's No. 2 WR opposite Hakeem Nicks. Victor Cruz enjoyed a breakout game in his absence last Sunday, but the No. 2 spot on the depth chart still belongs to Mario. Continue to keep tabs on his progress.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who missed Week 3 with a concussion, said Monday he has been cleared to practice and expects to return Week 4 against the Cardinals. However, the Giants said Manningham hasn't officially been cleared to practice. “I feel way, way better, got a lot of rest, my head got a chance to get clear and get the fogginess out," Manningham said. “I’m going to be good. Yeah I’m going to practice. I can’t wait to go out there. I feel like I’ve been gone for like two months.’’
Analysis: The Giants pulled off a big upset win in Week 3 against the Eagles without Manningham, but now their confidence will be even higher knowing one of their top playmakers appears set to return. His return means Victor Cruz, who was a breakout performer Sunday, might not be as valuable off Fantasy waivers. But Fantasy owners should prepare to start Manningham in Week 4 as long as he makes it through practice unscathed this week. Continue to keep tabs on his progress.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) was listed among the team's inactives for Week 3 at Philadelphia. He had been ruled out on Saturday.
Analysis: The fact Manningham didn't practice all week wasn't a good sign and he will sit out Week 3, as anticipated. With Manningham sidelined, Victor Cruz got the start in his place. Expect Manningham to be on the injury report for Week 4 once again. We'll have the latest information on his status as the week goes on. Keep him reserved in the meantime.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) has been downgraded to out for Week 3 at Philadelphia, reports the New York Daily News Saturday. Manningham did not travel with the team to Philadelphia.
Analysis: The fact Manningham didn't practice all week wasn't a good sign and he will sit out Week 3. With Manningham sidelined, it is expected that Victor Cruz will start in his absence.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) did not return to practice Friday and was listed as doubtful for Week 3 against the Eagles. Manningham did not practice all week. The Giants did re-sign Michael Clayton on Friday after putting WR Domenik Hixon (knee) on IR.
Analysis: The fact Manningham didn't practice all week wasn't a good sign and it appears he will sit out Week 3. With Manningham sidelined, it is expected that Victor Cruz will start in his absence. Prepare to start healthier alternatives over Manningham in Week 3.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) did not practice Thursday as the team prepares for Week 3 against the Eagles. Coach Tom Coughlin won't speculate as to whether or not Manningham will play Sunday. Coughlin said Manningham, who hasn't practiced this week, will play once he's cleared to go.
Analysis: The later we get in the week, the more concerned we get about Manningham, especially since he still hasn't been cleared to return. The Giants need him because of the state of their receiving corps, but Manningham has to pass the NFL-mandated rules with concerns to concussions. Manningham did go off for 113 yards and two touchdowns in his second game against the Eagles last season, but he had just three catches for 24 yards in the first game. If Manningham plays, then he is nothing more than a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option. If Manningham is sidelined, then Victor Cruz likely steps into the starting lineup for New York.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (concussion) was examined Tuesday by two sets of physicians -- Giants team doctors and neurologist Dr. Teena Shetty -- and will continue to undergo examination on Wednesday to determine the extent of his injury. He did not practice Wednesday. "I said he looked better. He felt better and he feels better even now but he has to go through a whole bunch of things and every one of them has to be signed off on," coach Tom Coughlin said. "That is not the case just yet so we will have to wait. The way, from what I understand, it is supposed to go, it has and we have no update at this time."
Analysis: The early reports are that Manningham has progressed since suffering a concussion on Monday night, but he still needs to follow NFL protocol before making it back onto the field. Manningham could be available Week 3 against the Eagles, so track his progress. He would be a No. 2 Fantasy WR if available. Manningham had a huge game the last time the two teams met, catching eight passes for 113 yards and two touchdowns. However, he was held to just three catches fro 24 yards in their meeting in Philadelphia earlier in the season.
News: The New York Daily News reports that initial reports following the Giants' game against the Rams on Monday night were that WR Mario Manningham would be available for the team's Week 3 game in Philadelphia. Manningham was hurt late in the first half when he stumbled while catching a pass. The team said he suffered a concussion after he failed concussion tests in the locker room, keeping him from playing in the second half. Manningham, however, told reporters that he suffered only an injury to the right side of his neck. The team confirmed on Tuesday that he did indeed suffer a concussion. He looked "bright-eyed" the day after, according to the Newark Star-Ledger, suggesting that he'll be OK.
Analysis: Manningham could be available for Week 3 against the Eagles, even if it was a concussion that he suffered as the team has indicated. However, with the short week resulting from a Monday night game he could be up against a time crunch this week. Expect him to be on the injury report, obviously, and subject to the new stringent concussion guidelines before being cleared to play in Week 3. We'll update you on his status each step of the way. Manningham caught three passes for 56 yards in the first half on Monday and remains a fair No. 2 WR option when healthy.
News: There are some conflicting reports surfacing about Giants WR Mario Manningham following New York's 28-16 win over the Rams in Week 2. The team held Manningham out of the second half in the contest, saying he suffered a concussion in the first half. However, after the game Manningham told reporters he did not have a concussion and was dealing with a sore neck. The team then responded back say Manningham does have a concussion and failed the concussion test on the sideline, which is why he did not play after halftime. “Got a little massage,” Manningham said. “I’m good.”
Analysis: Interesting set of circumstances hear as the Giants and Manningham can't seem to agree on his diagnosis. We will have to go with the Giants on this one, as they have personnel on staff, who get paid to diagnose injuries. Either way Manningham is going to end up on the injury report this week, so Fantasy owners should continue and monitor his status moving forward. However, if he does in fact have a concussion, his status heading into Week 3 against the Eagles would be in serious jeopardy. Manningham caught three pases for 56 yards prior to leaving the contest and can be considered a No. 2 Fantasy WR when healthy. Stay tuned.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham left Week 2 against the Rams after suffering a concussion. Manningham appeared to sustain the injury in the first half and has been ruled out for the remainder of the contest. He finished with three receptions for 56 yards prior to leaving the contest.
Analysis: Manningham took some big hits in the first half and was diagnosed at halftime with a concussion. The 25-year-old will now have to pass a battery of tests before he will be cleared to play again, so this is an injury that could keep him sidelined for a few weeks. Fantasy owners should continue and monitor his status moving forward. Manningham can be considered a No. 2 Fantasy WR, when healthy.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is hoping to play a larger role in Week 2 against Rams. Manningham caught four passes for 49 yards in Week 1 against the Redskins. St. Louis allowed 403 yards of total offense last week vs. Philadelphia, but only 167 of that came through the air. While Manningham doesn't have much history against the Rams, he has scored a touchdown of 25 or more yards in two of his last three meetings on Monday Night Football.
Analysis: Manningham was second only to Hakeem Nicks in targets last week and with Nicks status in doubt, he could be become the No. 1 option for Eli Manning. Even if Nicks does play, Manningham should get plenty of looks from Manning, which shoulod bode well for Fantasy owners. While his production can be a bit streaky, Manningham's big-play ability makes him a viable No. 2 Fantasy WR heading into Monday.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught four passes for 49 yards in Week 1 at the Redskins. He was thrown to seven times in the game.
Analysis: Manningham was second only to Hakeem Nicks in targets and should continue to be heavily featured in the offense given the losses of Steve Smith and Kevin Boss this season. However, the lack of weapons in the team's passing game could also work against Manningham as opposing defenses should be able to key in on him and Nicks. For now, Manningham remains a viable No. 2/3 WR option for Week 2 against the Rams.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will be looking to build off a positive performance against the Redskins in last season's regular season finale when he takes on the Washington secondary to open up the 2011 season. In Week 17 at Washington, he caught four passes for 101 yards, though most of the damage came on a 92-yard touchdown.
Analysis: In the Giants' home matchup against Washington, Manningham was held to two grabs for 36 yards. So if you take the 92-yard strike out of the equation, the Redskins actually did a good job of keeping the wide receiver in check. However, Manningham proved to have that type of big-play ability several times last season and remains a solid No. 2 WR option going into the season opener because of it. With Steve Smith and Kevin Boss out of the equation for good in New York, there may be more targets in the cards for both Manningham and Nicks this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham should benefit from the surprise move of Wednesday, when Steve Smith opted to sign with the Eagles instead of returning to the Giants. Manningham immediately should be deemed the starter opposite Hakeem Nicks, though he was expected to do so early on with Smith injured (knee).
Analysis: Manningham had momentum towards the end of the season last year, notching over 100 yards in each of the last three games on the way to career-highs in yards (944) and touchdowns (nine). We figured he would have a solid year even with Smith in the fold, but now Manningham is a clear-cut No. 2 WR for both the Giants and Fantasy owners. Target him as such on Draft Day.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham finished the 2010 season on a high note with his performance Sunday at Washington in Week 17. Manningham had four catches for 101 yards and a touchdown, including a 92-yard reception. That 92-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter was the third-longest in franchise history. Manningham finished the season with four touchdowns in his past three games. For the season, Manningham had 60 catches for 944 yards and nine touchdowns, which were all career highs.
Analysis: Manningham was another third-year breakout for Fantasy owners with his performance in 2010. He took advantage of injuries to Steve Smith (knee) and Hakeem Nicks (toe) to close the season strong, and he will enter 2011 with the chance to remain a starter depending on Smith's recovery and contract status. We like Manningham as a potential No. 2 Fantasy WR in all leagues. He's worth a mid- to late-round pick on Draft Day.
News: With WR Hakeem Nicks ruled out of Week 17 with a toe injury the Giants will be counting on WR Mario Manningham to pick up the slack in the passing game in the season finale against the Redskins. Manningham had four receptions for 132 yards and a score last week against the Packers. The Redskins enter Sunday's matchup ranked 32th in pass defense, allowing 262.9 yards per contest. Washington has surrendered 22 touchdowns on the ground and is allowing an average of 22.7 Fantasy points to opposing WRs on the season.
Analysis: Manningham has been playing very of late and will now be counted on to play a more prominent role in the Giants passing game with Nicks sidelined with a broken toe. He has racked up 12 receptions for 242 yards over his last two contests and has three touchdowns over that stretch. Manningham has great speed and should be able to get open against Washington's depleted secondary. Consider him a low-end No. 1/ high-end No. 2 Fantasy WR against the Redskins.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught four passes for 132 yards and a touchdown in New York's 45-17 loss at Green Bay in Week 16 on Sunday. Manningham paced the team in yards for the second consecutive game after totaling 100 receiving yards for the second game in a row. The former Michigan star, who was targeted six times by QB Eli Manning, has now scored three touchdowns in his last two games. Manningham has now recorded 56 receptions this season and established a new career high with 843 yards.
Analysis: Manningham connected with Manning on an 85-yard strike in the second quarter. On the play, Packers CB Tramon Williams appeared to be in position to defend the ball but he misjudged it and Manningham jumped over him to haul in the pass. Manningham continues to put up decent numbers with slot receiver Steve Smith out for the season and now has 12 catches in his last two games. He possesses good speed but only recorded two passes after halftime as the Giants struggled with turnovers. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option in Week 17 against Washington.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is active for the team's Week 16 game against the Packers on Sunday. Manningham was listed as probable on the injury report after being slowed by a heel injury in practice this week.
Analysis: Manningham has totaled 52 receptions for 711 yards this season and has established a career high with seven touchdowns. He should be considered a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR against a Packers defense that is allowing 16.0 Fantasy points per game to wide receivers this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (heel) is officially listed as probable for Week 15 at Green Bay. Manningham recorded eight catches for 113 yards and two touchdowns in the Giants' loss to Philadelphia in Week 15. The third-year receiver from Michigan has totaled 52 receptions for 711 yards this season and has established a career high with seven touchdowns. Manningham now has 12 career touchdowns -- 10 occurring on plays of more than 20 yards -- and is averaging 27.8 yards per score.
Analysis: Manningham, who has now posted 50 receptions in back-to-back seasons, was also hobbled in practice leading up to New York's Week 15 game but still produced solid numbers. He was targeted a team-high 12 times against the Eagles despite the presence of star WR Hakeem Nicks as the team's other starting receiver. Manningham is second to Nicks (10) in touchdown catches this season and should be viewed as a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR against the Packers. Keep your expectations modest, though, as Green Bay is allowing 16.0 Fantasy points per game to wideouts and has surrendered only seven touchdowns to the position this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will be seeking another impressive performance in Week 16 at Green Bay on Sunday after he was a full participant in Thursday's practice. Manningham, who was limited in Wednesday's practice by a sore heel, recorded eight catches for 113 yards and two touchdowns in the Giants' loss to Philadelphia in Week 15. The third-year receiver from Michigan has totaled 52 receptions for 711 yards this season and has established a career high with seven touchdowns. Manningham now has 12 career touchdowns -- 10 occurring on plays of more than 20 yards -- and is averaging 27.8 yards per score.
Analysis: Manningham, who has now posted 50 receptions in back-to-back seasons, was also hobbled in practice leading up to New York's Week 15 game but still produced solid numbers. He was targeted a team-high 12 times against the Eagles despite the presence of star WR Hakeem Nicks as the team's other starting receiver. Manningham is second to Nicks (10) in touchdown catches this season and should be viewed as a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR against the Packers. Keep your expectations modest, though, as Green Bay is allowing 16.0 Fantasy points per game to wideouts and has surrendered only seven touchdowns to the position this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (heel) was a full participant in Thursday's practice as New York prepared for its Week 16 matchup at Green Bay. Manningham was limited in Wednesday's session after recording eight catches for 113 yards and two touchdowns in the Giants' loss to Philadelphia in Week 15. The third-year receiver from Michigan has totaled 52 receptions for 711 yards this season and has established a career high with seven touchdowns.
Analysis: Manningham, who has now posted 50 receptions in back-to-back seasons, was also hobbled in practice leading up to New York's game in Week 15 and he still produced solid numbers. He was targeted a team-high 12 times against the Eagles despite the presence of star WR Hakeem Nicks as the team's other starting receiver. Manningham is second to Nicks (10) in touchdown catches this season and should be viewed as a high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR in Week 16 against the Packers. Green Bay is allowing 16.0 Fantasy points per game to wideouts and has only surrendered seven touchdowns to the position this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (heel) was limited in practice Wednesday as New York began practice for its Week 16 game at Green Bay.
Analysis: Manningham had a huge game in Week 15, catching eight balls for 113 yards and a pair of touchdowns, but the Packers pass defense is a ton better than Philadelphia's. Thus, he should be considered just a high-end No. 3 Fantasy option for this difficult matchup.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had his most productive game of the season in Week 15 against the Eagles. He caught a team-high eight passes for 113 yards, including two touchdown passes. Manningham did lose a fumble in the game, but absolutely abused Eagles DB Dimitri Patterson on two seperate plays for touchdown passes. Manningham beat Patterson on a deep play and then overcame an illegal contact penalty on Patterson to catch a deep ball and easily jog into the end zone for a 35-yard touchdown in the first quarter. He caught a pass on a hook pattern in the second half and eluded a tackle for a 33-yard score in the second half.
Analysis: Manningham was targeted early and often by Manning, who threw to him a team-high 12 times in the game. Hakeem Nicks and Manningham remain the team's top two passing threats with Steve Smith gone for the remainder of the season and Manningham looks like a potential Fantasy hero down the stretch. Eli Manning had one of his more productive afternoons of the season in Week 15 despite a heartbreaking final result for the Giants and he seemed to favor Manningham for much of the afternoon. Manningham has excellent after-the-play ability and makes for a decent No. 3 Fantasy receiver down the stretch, though Week 16 presents a tough matchup against a good defense and the tough elements of playing in Lambeau Field in late December.
News: As anticipated, Giants WR Mario Manningham (hip) was activated for Week 15 against the Eagles. He had been listed as probable on the injury report. He was seen out on the field at around 11 a.m. ET running routes and catching passes from QB Eli Manning. Manningham, who was limited on Wednesday and Thursday at practice, was officially listed as probable for Week 15 against the Eagles on Friday.
Analysis: Manningham handled the role of No. 1 WR for a few weeks while Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks were sidelined by injuries. He didn't post great results and usually does better when he isn't the main target. He now plays an important role with Smith out of the season. Consider Manningham at best a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 15
News: The New York Daily News reports that Giants WR (hip, probable) was seen out on the field at around 11 a.m. ET running routes and catching passes from QB Eli Manning. Manningham, who was limited on Wednesday and Thursday at practice, was officially listed as probable for Week 15 against the Eagles on Friday.
Analysis: Manningham handled the role of No. 1 WR for a few weeks while Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks were sidelined by injuries. He didn't post great results and usually does better when he isn't the main target. He now plays an important role with Smith out of the season. Consider Manningham at best a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 15.
News: Giants WR Manningham (hip), who was limited on Wednesday and Thursday at practice, was officially listed as probable for Week 15 against the Eagles on Friday. "This is the championship, man! You already know what time it is," Manningham told the New York Post.
Analysis: Manningham handled the role of No. 1 WR for a few weeks while Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks were sidelined by injuries. He didn't post great results and usually does better when he isn't the main target. He now plays an important role with Smith out of the season. Manningham has to be a viable receiving option opposite Nicks for the Giants to succeed. Consider Manningham at best a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 15.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (hip) remained limited in practice Thursday as the team prepares for Week 15 against the Eagles. Manningham said Wednesday that he'll "be good to go" Sunday.
Analysis: Manningham handled the role of No. 1 WR for a few weeks while Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks were sidelined by injuries. He didn't post great results and usually does better when he isn't the main target. He now plays an important role with Smith out of the season. Manningham has to be a viable receiving option opposite Nicks for the Giants to succeed. Consider Manningham at best a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 15.
News: Giants coach Tom Coughlin said Wednesday that Mario Manningham does have a hip issue and that he hopes the injury improves daily heading into Week 15 against the Eagles. Manningham (hip flexor) said he expects to play Sunday but isn't sure what his week of practice will entail, although he did not practice on Wednesday. "I'll be alright," Manningham said. "Trust me. I'll be good to go Sunday at 1:00." Manningham has 44 catches for 598 yards and five touchdowns this season, but he will step into Steve Smith's role now that Smith is placed on injured reserve with a knee injury.
Analysis: When healthy, Manningham is a No. 3 Fantasy WR in the majority of leagues, but his value will go down with Hakeem Nicks coming back from injury. With Smith out, if Manningham plays then his value should be OK against the Eagles, but he could well end up as a game-time decision.
News: Giants coach Tom Coughlin said Tuesday that wide receivers Steve Smith (hamstring) and Mario Manningham (hip) are both sore after leaving Monday night's game against Minnesota in Week 14. Both are headed for MRIs and will likely be listed as questionable for Week 15 against the Eagles. He had one catch for 1 yard before being forced from the game.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Manningham and hope he is OK against the Eagles. When healthy, Manningham is a No. 3 Fantasy WR in the majority of leagues, but his value will go down with Hakeem Nicks coming back from injury. If Smith is out and Manningham plays then his value should be OK against the Eagles, but Manningham could end up as a game-time decision.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham left the game in Week 14 against the Vikings due to a hip flexor injury. He had one catch for 1 yard before being forced from the game. His return is listed as questionable.
Analysis: Manningham had a couple decent outings while No. 1 receiver with Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks were sidelined, but he should see a decrease in production now that both of them are healthy again. Neither are 100 percent yet, though, so Fantasy owners should continue to monitor Manningham's status. When healthy, he should be considered a No. 3 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had his second-lowest yardage total (36) of the 2010 season in Week 13 against the Redskins. He looks to put that game behind him heading into Week 14 against the Vikings. While Minnesota is a top five rush defense, it sits outside the top 10 in passing defense (210.2 ypg). Wide receivers are averaging 21 Fantasy points per week against Minnesota. The Vikings have surrendered 14 touchdowns to receivers, with seven coming since Week 9. Note: kickoff was shifted from Sunday afternoon to Monday night because of inclement weather in Minneapolis.
Analysis: In the three games since Manningham has taken over the team's No. 1 receiver with Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks sidelined, he has just eight catches for 121 yards and one touchdown. Basically, he is now drawing most of the coverage in the passing game and the opposing teams are making QB Eli Manning throw to less talented receivers. That's why it should be encouraging for Fantasy purposes that Smith could return to the lineup Week 14. However, Smith has said he is not yet 100 percent and there are some things he can't fully do, so Manningham still might remain the top receiver as far as opposing defenses are concerned. Consider Manningham at best a No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 14.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham totaled just two catches for 36 yards in Week 13 against the Redskins. Manningham's longest catch went for 23 yards. He was targeted five times. It was also the third time in seven games Manningham didn't have a touchdown.
Analysis: In the three games since Manningham has taken over the team's No. 1 receiver with Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks sidelined, he has just eight catches for 121 yards and one touchdown. Basically, he is now drawing most of the coverage in the passing game and the opposing teams are making QB Eli Manning throw to less talented receivers. Manningham is at his best when the coverage is squarely on Nicks and Smith, and he can get the underneath routes. He can't wait until they get back. Consider Manningham at best a No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 14, when the Giants play the Vikings.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has two touchdown streaks on the line heading into Week 13 against the Redskins. The first is that he aims for his third straight game with a touchdown of 25 yards or longer against the Redskins. The other streak is Manningham looking for a touchdown in a fourth straight home game. Washington is allowing opposing WRs to average 24.7 Fantasy points per week, which is seventh highest in the NFL. The Redskins have also allowed WRs to total 13 touchdowns this season.
Analysis: With Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith both expected to be sidelined again in Week 13, Manningham will remain the Giants' top receiver. That hasn't been all its cracked up to be seeing how the Giants are still trying to establish other receiving threats in the passing game to take some of the pressure off Manningham. He does have a favorable matchup Week 13 and has a good track record at home lately, so consider starting Manningham as a No. 2 or No. 3 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught the first of QB Eli Manning's two fourth-quarter touchdown passes as the Giants rallied for a 24-20 win against the Jaguars in Week 12. Manningham's 26-yard touchdown cut the Jacksonville deficit to 17-15. The Giants tied the game on Ahmad Bradshaw's two-point conversion. Manningham also had a 9-yard touchdown in the first half, but it was negated thanks to a Kevin Boss holding penalty. Manningham finished with three catches for 61 yards. He was targeted four times.
Analysis: With injuries to Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks, Manningham has been elevated to the top of the WR depth chart. However, that works to his disadvantage in some regards since teams are locking him down and forcing Manning to throw to the team's other receivers. Still, Manningham has touchdowns in four of his last six games, so Manning is still finding the former Michigan Wolverine in the passing game. Smith could return in Week 13 against Washington, but if not, then Manningham will still be the top dog. Consider starting him as a No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham goes into Week 12 against the Jaguars looking for his third straight home game with a touchdown. Manningham has also scored in three of his last five games. The Jaguars are allowing WRs to average 27.2 Fantasy points per week, which is third highest in the NFL. Jacksonville has also yielded 14 receiving touchdowns to WRs and five wideouts -- Reggie Wayne, DeSean Jackson, Andre Johnson, Brandon Lloyd and Miles Austin -- have broken 100 yards against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Manningham is now the leader at wide receiver with Steve Smith (pectoral) and Hakeem Nicks (leg) sidelined. Sadly, that could work against him if other receivers like Derek Hagan, Duke Calhoun and tight end Kevin Boss can't prove to be viable threats in the passing game. Then, the Jags can just focus their attention on Manningham. Still, with Manningham expected to be the benefactor of all the injuries at WR, consider starting him as a No. 2 Fantasy WR for Week 12.
News: With Hakeem Nicks expected to miss three weeks with Compartment Syndrome and Steve Smith unlikely to play in Week 12, the Giants are expected to lean heavily on WR Mario Manningham against the Jaguars on Sunday. Manningham caught just three passes for 24 yards in Week 11 against the Eagles.
Analysis: Manningham is sure to be Eli Manning's top target in Week 12 against a porous Jacksonville secondary. With a lot of targets headed his way, we can't help but like Manningham as a capable No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Starting in place of Steve Smith for the second game in a row, Giants WR Mario Manningham could not duplicate his effort from that outing in the Week 11 loss to the Eagles, racking up just 24 yards receiving. He caught just three passes from QB Eli Manning, who targeted him as many times. His biggest contribution was in the third quarter, when Manning went deep to him and he was interfered with by S Quinton Mikell.
Analysis: The slow night from Manningham exposes the void the Giants have without Smith, who is one of the best slot WRs in the NFL. Manningham got a crack at the slot early in the game Sunday night, but wasn't able to produce against the Eagles defense, who held the entire Giants offense to 208 yards. In Week 12 against the Jaguars, Smith's status should remain up-in-the-air, so once again Manningham will have a chance for a bigger role. Jacksonville has allowed five different WRs to eclipse the 100-yard mark against them this season, however, none of them worked in the slot. Consider Manningham to be a flex option in Fantasy play heading into that matchup.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had his best game of the year in Week 10 because of his increased opportunity with Steve Smith out. In Week 11, Smith is again sidelined with a chest injury and Manningham will start alongside WR Hakeem Nicks. He will have a shot to duplicate last week's effort -- 10 catches for 91 yards and a touchdown --against the Eagles. What can further increase the chances for a repeat effort is the strong play of Philadelphia CB Asante Samuel, who is second in the NFL with five interceptions. Team's are avoiding Samuel -- who will most-likely shadow Nicks more than Manningham -- more times than ever before according to defensive coordinator Sean McDermott.
Analysis: Manningham has just two catches in two career games against the Eagles, but Sunday night's meeting should suggest quite the opposite. He was targeted a team-high 16 times with Smith out last week as the team fell behind Dallas early, forcing them to throw. New York could again find themselves down against the Eagles, who score the NFL's second-highest amount of points per game. Philly has allowed seven different WRs to rack up at-least 80 yards receiving against them, two of which went over 100. We like Manningham to possibly join that group in Week 11, consider him to be a low-end No. 2 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had his best game of the season in Week 10 against the Cowboys. He was targeted a team-high 16 times, making 10 catches for 91 yards and a touchdown. He started off slow though as he tried to get as much yards after his catch but lost five yards in the first half. That was his second catch of the game, giving him negative-7 yards at that time of the game. Manningham would later have a great catch in the third quarter as he was able to haul in a 38 yard reception on the Giants opening drive of the second half. He would score on a 5-yard touchdown reception on that drive.
Analysis: Manningham entered the game with 25 catches for 385 yards and three touchdowns -- best for third on the team. But Steve Smith out of action on Sunday and probably out for Week 11, Manningham stepped up in a big way. He's started just one game all year and was actually held without a catch in back-to-back weeks. While he's being given a chance to start, Fantasy owners should view him as a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR. The Giants face the Eagles for the first time this year in Week 11, a team that entered Week 10 allowing 214.9 passing yards per game.
News:Mario Manningham, sporting the Giants' biggest per-catch average at 15.4 yards, will replace Giants WR Steve Smith at the split end on Sunday vs. the Cowboys. Coughlin said Smith will be on a "week-to-week" status, but indicated he won't plot a definitive timetable for his return until he begins rehabilitation. Manningham, third on the team with 25 catches for 385 yards and three touchdowns, said he looked forward to an increased role. "I've just got to play football," he said, "stick to what I do and don't try to make the game harder than it is. The good thing is, we know Dallas and we know what they're going to run."
Analysis: The third-year receiver had a career day against the Cowboys back in Sept. 2009 as he had 10 catches for 150 yards and a touchdown. Manningham is coming off a relatively quiet game where he had just 54 yards, but Dallas is giving up 214.4 passing yards per contest this season and allowed Manningham to score while picking up three receptions for 40 yards in the last meeting between the two teams. With a good matchup in Week 10 and the potential of more playing time, we like Manningham as a good No. 3 WR option with potential to play like a No. 2 wideout or maybe even a No. 1 (James Jones did last week for the Packers -- 123 yards and a touchdown, so why not Manningham?).
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham might get a few extra targets on Sunday as New York faces Dallas. With Steve Smith listed as questionable for the Giants, Manningham would move up the depth chart if he can't go. The third-year receiver had a career day against the Cowboys back in Sept. 2009 as he had 10 catches for 150 yards and a touchdown. Manningham his coming off a relatively quiet game where he had just 54 yards, but Dallas is giving up 214.4 passing yards per contest this season. He had three receptions for 40 yards and a touchdown in the two team's last meeting.
Analysis: Manningham has accepted his role as the third receiver in New York, but might have a chance to shine again for the Giants. Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith are the main targets for Eli Manning, but Manningham is capable of stepping up when needed. With a good matchup in Week 10 and the potential of more playing time, we like Manningham as a low-end No. 3 WR option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was relatively quiet in Week 9 against the Seahawks. Manningham was targeted four times in the 41-7 win and finished with four receptions for 54 yards in contest. He averaged 14 yards per reception and had a long of 32 yards in the victory. Manningham was the only Giants' WR, who recorded a catch not to score against Seattle.
Analysis: Manningham again played second fiddle to Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith on Sunday, but did finish second on the team in receiving. After not recording a catch during Weeks 4 and 5, Manningham has 11 receptions for 145 yards and a touchdown since then. While Nicks and Smith are the primary receiving options for the Giants, Manningham can still be productive when given the opportunity. However, his inconsistency this season has hurt his Fantasy value. Consider him a No. 3 Fantasy WR at best, heading into Week 10 against the Cowboys. Manningham had three receptions for 40 yards and a touchdown in his first meeting against Dallas this season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham aims for a touchdown in three straight games in Week 9 against the Seahawks. Manningham has eight career touchdowns and he is averaging 29.3 yards per touchdown catch. The Seahawks have given up just five touchdowns to receivers in seven games, but are allowing opposing receivers to average 21 Fantasy points per week, which is 11th highest in the NFL.
Analysis: A lot of Manningham's success as a receiver have come on yards after catch. He makes something out of nothing. He can't afford to let his chances go to waste since he sits behind Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith on the pecking order. Consider Manningham at best a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 9.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham extended his modest scoring streak to two games in Week 7 against the Cowboys. Manningnham was on the receiving end of a 25-yard strike from Eli Manning on the Giants' opening drive of the second half. Manningham caught a bubble screen and showed some nifty moves eluding two Dallas defenders on his way to the end zone. He was targeted four times in the 41-35 victory and finished with three receptions for 40 yards and a touchdown.
Analysis: While he didn't put up the gaudy numbers that Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith did against the Cowboys, Manningham still contributed in the victory and rewarded Fantasy owners with a touchdown. He appears to be back on Manning's radar after not recording a catch in two straight games during Weeks 4 and 5 and has seemed to build up some momentum heading into the bye week. Over his last two games, Manningham has seven receptions for 91 yards and a pair of touchdowns. While Nicks and Smith are the primary receiving options for the Giants, Manningham can still be productive when given the opportunity. However, his inconsistency has hurt his Fantasy value. The Giants have a bye in Week 8 before heading out west to face Seattle in Week 9. Fantasy owners should consider Manningham a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option against the Seahawks.
News: In Week 7, Giants WR Mario Manningham travels to the place he had the best game of his career in 2009 -- Dallas. Manningham posted a career-high 10 catches for 150 yards in Week 2 last season. To cap off the performance, Manningham had the second touchdown of his career. The Cowboys have allowed five WRs to score five touchdowns in 2010 and average 19 Fantasy points per week.
Analysis: Manningham scored a touchdown in Week 6 against the Lions after being shut out of the stat column for two weeks. Manningham is a talented receiver. He just plays behind Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks. Eli Manning does his best to spread the ball around, but sometimes Manningham is left out of the mix. Consider Manningham at best a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 7.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught his first passes since Week 3 in a Week 6 win over the Lions. He caught four passes for 51 yards, including a 33-yard touchdown catch in the second quarter. He was targeted six times in the game and finished with the second most catches and yards on the team. Manningham got back into the mix after seeing limited passes thrown his way each of the previous two games. With Hakeem Nicks getting a lot of extra attention that limited him to just three grabs for eight total yards, Manningham was able to step up alongside Steve Smith as the team's most effective receiving options this particular afternoon.
Analysis: In the grand scheme of things, Manningham remains third behind Nicks and Smith in the pecking order. However, the Giants pass offense can be proficient enough that Manningham can have enough of an impact to matter in many Fantasy formats. Manningham got off to a hot start this year with three games with 75-plus yards, after all. View Manningham as a No. 4 WR or flex option for Week 7 against the Cowboys. Last season, had one big game against the Cowboys and one weak performance. On the road, he caught 10 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will be looking for his first catch in two weeks when he takes on the Lions in Week 6. He was held without a catch against the Bears in Week 4 and then again in Houston in Week 5. He was targeted just twice against the Texans. Meanwhile, the Lions rank 24th in the NFL against the pass, allowing 235.4 passing yards and five touchdowns to opposing wide receivers through five games.
Analysis: Manningham got off to a hot start this year with three games with 75-plus yards, but he has fallen off the map these last two games. Look for the Giants to try to get him involved against a weak Lions pass defense. Manningham remains third in the pecking order behind Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith, but has shown a great knack for making the most of the passes thrown his way with great run-after-the-catch ability. Despite two doughnuts in a row, Manningham remains a viable No. 3 WR or flex option against Detroit.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was held without a catch in Week 5 at Houston. He was targeted just twice in the game. Manningham has gone without a catch in each of his last two games.
Analysis: Manningham started off the year with three straight games with at least 75 yards, but has not been featured much the last two weeks. In Week 4 against the Bears it was as the result of a reduced pass offense in a 17-3 win, but in Week 5 in Houston it simply appeared that he got lost in the shuffle. Manningham remains the No. 3 WR on the depth chart behind Hakeem Nicks and Steve Smith, but the Giants pass defense is usually prolific enough for Manningham to get a fair amount of passes thrown his way and we've seen Manningham turn those looks into solid production with a good ability to run after the catch. Despite two doughnuts in a row, Manningham remains a viable No. 3 WR or flex option heading into Week 6 against a weak Lions pass defense.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham is coming off his worst performance of the season in Week 4 against the Bears, recording no catches and one target. He looks to erase those memories with a big outing in Week 5 against the Texans. With the way Houston has played pass defense, it's very likely Manningham could have a good performance. The Texans have the worst passing defense, allowing 337.8 yards per game. Wide receivers have racked up 806 yards and four touchdowns on 54 catches against the Texans this season.
Analysis: Six receivers have managed at least 50 yards against Houston this season. The Giants have a lot of quality receivers, but Manningham manages to hold his own. He is the 30th best Fantasy scoring option (31 points) at WR heading into Week 5. Consider Manningham a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 5. If the Giants can establish the running game, then that will open up the play action, which is a pass Eli Manning is very good at executing.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was non-factor in Week 4 against the Bears. Manningham had just one target and did not record a catch in the 17-3 victory. Instead the majority of the passes went to Hakeem Nicks, who finished with eight receptions for 110 yards.
Analysis: Manningham had been pretty consistent over the first three weeks of the season, putting up 75 yards or more in each contest with a total of 14 grabs and one touchdown. He was completely shut out on Sunday and seems more like the No. 3 WR at this point. He could see a decrease in production in the coming weeks with the emergence of Nicks and might have a hard time matching last seasons totals if this trend keeps up. He does have a favorable matchup in Week 5 against the Texans, who have struggled to defend the pass this season. Consider Manningham a No. 4 Fantasy WR heading into Week 5.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham has been ruled active for Week 4 against the Bears. Manningham missed practice Wednesday with concussion issues, but was able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday.
Analysis: Manningham has been consistent over his first three games this season, putting up 75 yards or more in each contest with a total of 14 grabs and one touchdown. Even though he's pretty much the third receiving option in the Giants offense, Manningham can be used as a No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 4. The Bears have allowed opposing WRs to total 41 catches for 489 yards and one touchdown in 2010.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham practiced in full for the second straight day on Friday and is listed as probable for Week 4 vs. the Bears. He missed work Wednesday with concussion issues, but he said earlier this week that they weren't major.
Analysis: Manningham has been consistent over his first three games this season, putting up 75 yards or more in each contest with a total of 14 grabs and one touchdown. Even though he's pretty much the third receiving option in the Giants offense, Manningham can be used as a No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 4. The Bears have allowed opposing WRs to total 41 catches for 489 yards and one touchdown in 2010.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham returned to practice Thursday after sitting out Wednesday's session with a concussion. Manningham passed a baseline test earlier Thursday and insisted that he will play in Week 4 against the Bears. Manningham was hurt late in a Week 3 loss to the Tennessee Titans and did not practice Wednesday after complaining of headaches. "It was a little headache, that's all it was," said Manningham. "I'm good. I practiced today. I am ready to play."
Analysis: Manningham has been consistent over his first three games this season, putting up 75 yards or more in each contest with a total of 14 grabs and one touchdown. Even though he's pretty much the third receiving option in the Giants offense, Manningham can be used as a low-end No. 2 WR/high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for Week 4. The Bears have allowed opposing WRs to total 41 catches for 489 yards and one touchdown in 2010.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham popped up on New York's pre-practice injury report Wednesday with a concussion. The New York Daily News reports that Manningham told the Giants about his concussion late on Sunday night.
Analysis: Manningham has been consistent over his first three games this season, putting up 75 yards or more in each contest with a total of 14 grabs and one touchdown. Considering he's pretty much the third receiving option in the Giants offense, Manningham is managing to get involved on a solid basis, but this concussion could well sideline him for Week 4 against the Bears unless he passes all of his tests heading into Sunday. If you were planning on starting Manningham as a low-end No. 2 WR/high-end No. 3 Fantasy WR, you should start thinking about alternative options now.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who entered Week 3 as probable on the injury report due to an illness, caught six passes for 78 yards against the Titans. He was targeted nine times in the game and had a 43-yard catch wiped away due to a penalty. Manningham missed practice early in the week, but was fully operational by Thursday and the illness was never expected to affect him against the Titans. It didn't. The Giants were held out of the end zone in the passing game, but QB Eli Manning did manage to throw for nearly 400 yards and still managed to spread the ball around to his top three receivers.
Analysis: Steve Smith finished with the most looks, Hakeem Nicks second and Manningham third. Despite the Giants stumbling out to a 1-2 start, the Giants passing game has actually resulted in some positive numbers for their receivers as most of their troubles have come via turnovers by Manning and dumb penalties. Don't let that scare you away from starting Manningham as a low-end No. 2 WR during the bye weeks or as a solid No. 3 option in most leagues. He's the No. 3 receiver behind Smith and Nicks on the depth chart, but is still a very prominent part of the team's passing game. The Giants will face a tough defense in Week 4 against the Bears, however, so keep that in mind.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was activated for Week 3 against Tennessee. He had been listed as probable on the injury report with an illness. He returned to practice on Thursday after not practicing Wednesday and was expected to play in Week 3.
Analysis: Manningham will face a Titans defense in Week 3 that has given up the fewest Fantasy points to opposing receivers through the first two weeks of the season. The Titans held the Steelers to 21 net passing yards in Week 2, but some of that had to do with the ineptitude of Dennis Dixon and Charlie Batch. One thing the Titans have shown, however, is an ability to get after the quarterback with eight sacks to date and we saw what the Giants passing game can look like under extreme pressure in Week 2 at Indianapolis. Manningham still managed 75 yards receiving on four catches in that game with a touchdown and has gotten off to a very efficient start this season despite being third on the depth chart at receiver behind Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks. Manningham has made the most of 10 passes thrown his way in two games and has done enough to qualify as a viable No. 3 WR in standard formats for Week 3.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will face a Titans defense in Week 3 that has given up the fewest Fantasy points to opposing receivers through the first two weeks of the season. They have allowed just 12 catches for 92 yards combined to opposing receivers in those games, limiting Steelers receivers to just four catches for 31 yards in Week 2. Manningham, who was under the weather Wednesday and did not practice, returned to practice on Thursday and is expected to play in Week 3.
Analysis: The Titans held the Steelers to 21 net passing yards in Week 2, but some of that had to do with the ineptitude of Dennis Dixon and Charlie Batch. One thing the Titans have shown, however, is an ability to get after the quarterback with eight sacks to date and we saw what the Giants passing game can look like under extreme pressure in Week 2 at Indianapolis. Manningham still managed 75 yards receiving on four catches in that game with a touchdown and has gotten off to a very efficient start this season despite being third on the depth chart at receiver behind Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks. Manningham has made the most of 10 passes thrown his way in two games and has done enough to qualify as a viable No. 3 WR in standard formats for Week 3.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was under the weather Wednesday and did not practice as New York prepares for their Week 3 game vs. the Titans.
Analysis: Manningham has been the receiving yardage leader through two weeks for the Giants and was a hot waiver wire pickup on Wednesday. Hopefully he's well enough to play against the Titans, although that's a difficult matchup and Eli Manning still has plenty of competent targets, so this 80-yard per-game average isn't likely to continue for Manningham. View him as a No. 3 Fantasy option in Week 3 if he's OK to play, which he should be.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who led the team with 85 receiving yards on four catches in Week 1, again led the way Week 2 at Indianapolis. He caught four passes for 75 yards, including a 54-yarder that resulted in a touchdown in the third quarter. He also had one carry for 2 yards.
Analysis: Coming into the season, Manningham was thought to be the third Giants receiver for Fantasy purposes, ranking behind Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks. Yet yardage-wise, he has been the most productive. You could excuse the first time as a fluke, but now that he's done it twice, you have to think QB Eli Manning will continue to look his way. He's worth a flier off the waiver wire, but as part of a crowded receiving corps, he's still no better than a No. 3 Fantasy option against the Titans in Week 3.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, considered the team's third-best receiving option for Fantasy purposes coming into the game, led the team with 85 receiving yards on four catches Week 1 against the Panthers. But he might not have so much luck Week 2 at Indianapolis. The Colts gave up 231 rushing yards to Arian Foster last week, which is reason enough to think the Giants will shy away from their passing game.
Analysis: Manningham is also contending with a crowded receiving corps. Hakeem Nicks had three touchdown grabs in Week 1, and Steve Smith led the team with five receptions. Manningham would have a hard time leading the Giants in receiving yards again even if they planned to throw the ball all day. Manningham will be worth a look from time to time in Fantasy, but his big performances will be hard to predict. And considering the Texans beat the Colts last week even though they threw for only 107 yards, now isn't the time to take a chance on him.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught four passes in Week 1 against the Panthers, one of three receivers to finish with at least that many catches. He finished with a team-high 85 yards, averaging 21.3 yards per catch.
Analysis: QB Eli Manning targeted him just the four times in the game, but Manningham was able to do some damage with some good running after the catch. In the pecking order, Manningham is still behind both Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks. Both Smith and Nicks had twice as many targets as Manningham. However, the Giants pass offense is proficient enough that their third receiver could still be an asset to Fantasy owners in deeper leagues -- especially once the bye weeks arrive. For Week 2 at Indianapolis, we don't recommend starting Manningham as anything more than a low-end flex.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will be up against a tough pass defense in Week 1 at home against the Carolina Panthers. They finished fourth in the NFL in pass defense, allowing just 191 yards against per game. Manningham did have a good game against them in Week 16 last season, however, managing six catches for 87 yards.
Analysis: Before you get too excited about the numbers, keep in mind that it came in a 41-9 loss in which the Giants were forced to abandon the run early and went much more pass-heavy than we expect them to be in Week 1 under normal circumstances. Manningham finished second on the team in passing targets, having 74 passes thrown his way in his first season as a featured receiver in the Giants offense. We expect him to fall behind Hakeem Nicks some in that area this season, with Manningham being more of a third option behind Steve Smith and Nicks. But the Giants are a much more wide open pass offense than they have been historically and Manningham could still better the 57 catches for 822 yards and five touchdowns he had last season. We consider him a No. 4 WR for Week 1, useful as a flex option in some deeper leagues. Keep in mind the Panthers do present a tough matchup.
News: Giants third-year WR Mario Manningham continues to struggle this preseason. He had no catches in Saturday's preseason game at Baltimore and only saw two targets. It's clear that Manningham is the No. 3 WR for the Giants behind Steve Smith and Hakeem Nicks.
Analysis: Manningham also went without a catch in the first preseason game against the Jets. He will be the No. 3 WR, but he should still get his share of production since last year he had 57 catches for 822 yards and five touchdowns. Consider Manningham a No. 4 Fantasy WR on Draft Day, and he should only be drafted with a late-round pick in the majority of formats.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was on the field for the team's preseason opener against the Jets despite battling a lingering groin injury in training camp. Manningham was QB Eli Manning's second target of the game, but he failed to catch either pass intended for him from Manning. Manningham finished out the first half with QB Jim Sorgi after Manning suffered a laceration to his forehead in the second quarter. He was targeted six times in the game, but he ended up with just one catch for minus-4 yards.
Analysis: Luckily for Manningham, this game didn't count. He got a few extra targets since Giants WR Steve Smith was out due to injury. Still, Manningham posted 57 catches for 822 yards and five touchdowns in 2009. The Giants have a very good receiving triumvirate in Smith, Manningham and Hakeem Nicks. However, a lot of folks feel that Nicks might be ready to pass up Manningham as the Giants' second-best receiver. Manningham could see a dip in production in 2010, so view him more as a No. 5 Fantasy WR or late-round flier in deeper formats on Draft Day.
News: WR Mario Manningham did no participate in Friday night's practice after apparently aggravating a groin injury, according to the New York Daily News. He missed several days of work last week due to a sore groin.
Analysis: Manningham enjoyed a break-through season in 2009, catching 57 passes for 822 yards and five touchdowns. But this year he's fighting off second-year wideout Hakeem Nicks for a starting spot, and will likely end up the third receiver for New York. Consider him a No. 5 Fantasy option with the opportunity to exceed that value.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (groin) returned to practice Friday afternoon. Manningham had been out since Tuesday's practice due to a sore groin.
Analysis: It's a good sign that Manningham returned to practice soon, and hopefully he doesn't suffer a setback heading into the start of the season. Manningham is competing with second-year WR Hakeem Nicks for the starting spot opposite Steve Smith, but all three Giants receivers will see plenty of playing time. We view Manningham, who is entering his third year in the NFL, as the third best option of this group, but he's still valuable as a No. 4 Fantasy WR. Plan on drafting Manningham with a late-round pick in deep leagues.
News: Giants coach Tom Coughlin said WR Mario Manningham has a sore groin, and Manningham spent Tuesday's morning practice riding an exercise bike.
Analysis: Manningham is competing with second-year WR Hakeem Nicks for the starting spot opposite Steve Smith, but all three Giants receivers will see plenty of playing time. We view Manningham, who is entering his third year in the NFL, as the third best option of this group, but he's still valuable as a No. 4 Fantasy WR. Plan on drafting Manningham with a late-round pick in deep leagues.
News: The Giants listed Mario Manningham (shoulder) as inactive for Week 17 at Minnesota. He had been listed as questionable coming into the game.
Analysis: Manningham had an up-and-down season in his second NFL campaign and first as a featured player in the Giants offense. He began the season with a bang and showed good promise and a great ability to run with the ball after the catch, but eventually lost ground to rookie Hakeem Nicks. He'll head into the 2010-11 likely as the third receiver behind Nicks and Steve Smith, but has enough upside to be worth a mid-to-late round draft selection in Fantasy leagues for the fall of 2010. Even as a third WR, he should see plenty of looks.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham practiced in full on Friday as the team prepares for Week 17 at Minnesota. He is listed as questionable for the game.
Analysis: Manningham is coming off a rebound performance last week, when he had six catches for 87 yards. He has been an inconsistent part of the Giants passing game, topping 50 yards in only one of his last five games, but he's still good enough to suffice as a No. 3 WR in Fantasy.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham led all Giants receivers with 87 receiving yards in Week 16 against the Panthers, but a fumble on the opening drive of the game led to a turnover and the Giants never recovered in a game they eventually lost 41-9.
Analysis: Manningham was targeted eight times in the game and he got plenty of looks after the Giants had to practically abandon the running game after falling behind early. Despite his costly mistake Sunday, Manningham has proven to be a wide receiver with upside this season, though he had somewhat fallen behind Hakeem Nicks in the pecking order in recent games. He out-performed Nicks in Week 16, but remains merely a No. 4 wide receiver for Fantasy purposes going into Week 17 at Minnesota.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who had a total of three catches for 26 yards over his last two games, didn't improve his numbers by much Week 15 at Washington, catching three passes for 44 yards, but he did score his first touchdown since Week 6, connecting with QB Eli Manning on a 25-yard strike in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Manningham played a bigger role in the passing game earlier in the year, before the emergence of rookie Hakeem Nicks. Since he rarely scores touchdowns anymore and clearly isn't a source of significant yardage, he's no more than a last resort in Fantasy for Week 16 against the Panthers.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who was ill earlier this week, has been removed from the injury report and will play in Week 15 at Washington.
Analysis: Manningham was removed from the starting lineup in Week 14 against the Eagles because of his ineffective play. He had two chances to score touchdowns, but couldn't get his feet down. Manningham should be considered a low-end Fantasy start for Week 15.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham missed practice on Thursday with an undisclosed illness. The Giants play the Redskins on Monday night.
Analysis: Manningham was removed from the starting lineup in Week 14 against the Eagles because of his ineffective play. He had two chances to score touchdowns, but couldn't get his feet down. With the extra day, Manningham should have enough time to rest. However, he is still a low-end Fantasy start for Week 15.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who was replaced in the starting lineup Sunday by rookie Hakeem Nicks, had only two catches for 16 yards against the Eagles. Manningham was targeted twice in the end zone Sunday, but both times he couldn't get two feet inbounds to pull in the touchdown.
Analysis: Manningham has now struggled the past three weeks with only five catches for 38 yards. And now that Nicks is starting, Manningham should be considered a low-end Fantasy option for Week 15 at Washington. Manningham had three catches for 62 yards in Week 1 against the Redskins.
News: Giants WR Hakeem Nicks will be starting as the team's No. 2 receiver over Mario Manningham on Sunday night against the Eagles. Manningham had only once catch in Week 13 against Dallas for 10 yards. Nicks had two receptions for 37 yards Week 13, scoring a touchdown as well.
Analysis: Manningham continues to put up pedestrian numbers of late and is being benched as a result. Neither he nor Nicks are highly-recommended Fantasy options for Week 14 as the Giants are taking on a tough Eagles pass defense. Manningham should be benched across the board while Nicks is at best a No. 3 Fantasy option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught one pass for 10 yards in Week 13 against Dallas. He was targeted four times in the game.
Analysis: Manningham had fewer than five catches for the first time in three games. He wasn't a factor against the Cowboys, but the rookie should once again get a fair amount of looks in Week 14 against the Eagles. View him as a viable No. 3 receiver in standard formats.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham made five receptions on Thursday in a Week 12 loss to the Broncos on Thanksgiving. Manningham gained a total of 48 yards in the game. His longest reception went for 13 yards.
Analysis: Manningham had a big performance in Week 11 against Atlanta, catching six passes and gaining 126 yards. The Giants were not unexpectedly shut down by the Broncos pass defense on Thursday and Manningham’s pedestrian numbers aren’t a surprise either. New York takes on the Cowboys in Week 13. In Week 2, Manningham had 10 receptions for 150 yards and a touchdown. Don’t expect Manningham to have that type of performance in Week 13 but expect him to put up decent numbers. He should be used as a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham came up huge in a Week 11 game against the Falcons with six catches for 126 yards. He takes that momentum into the Thanksgiving night game at Denver in Week 12. The Broncos rank third in the NFL against the pass and are allowing just under 183 yards and one touchdown per game.
Analysis: Manningham has become a top receiver for the Giants as he's caught six passes in two straight games. We just can't see the Giants putting up massive yardage through the air on Thursday night. That keeps Manningham a No. 3 or 4 Fantasy option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught six passes for a team-high 126 yards in Week 11 against Atlanta. He was targeted a team-high 10 times.
Analysis: Manningham was Eli Manning's favorite target on an afternoon where he threw for 300-plus yards. Manning went to Steve Smith plenty early, but had him taken away for much of the game and Manningham benefited. The Giants' offense has struggled for the last month, but this could be a sign of the team taking a step in the right direction. Consider Manningham a viable No. 3 WR for Week 12 at Denver on Thanksgiving night.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham returns from a bye to face the Falcons in Week 11. Atlanta doesn't have a very good pass defense but the Giants have lost four straight games and Manningham hasn't caught a touchdown pass since Week 6. He caught six passes for 52 yards in the game before the bye.
Analysis: Manningham has emerged in 2009 as the Giants' second best wide receiver behind Steve Smith. He has only really had one fantastic game back in Week 2 at Dallas when he went for 10 grabs for 150 yards and a score. Since that time his best game was 50 yards and a score in Week 6 at New Orleans. Manningham will certainly be involved in the passing game in Week 11 and that makes him a decent No. 3 or 4 Fantasy WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham returned to action in Week 9 against the Chargers after missing one game with a shoulder injury. He totaled six catches for 52 yards. Manningham was targeted six times and had a long reception of 16 yards. He doesn't have a touchdown in his last two games.
Analysis: Manningham has emerged in 2009 as the Giants' second best wide receiver behind Steve Smith. He bounced back well from the shoulder injury and now gets another week to rest during the team's bye in Week 10. Manningham has just one 100-yard game this season and is mostly around the 50-yard barrier. Consider him a No. 4 Fantasy WR or flex option for Week 11 against Atlanta.
News: Giants TE Kevin Boss (ankle), RB Ahmad Bradshaw (ankle, foot), QB Eli Manning (foot) and WR Mario Manningham (shoulder) are all active for Week 9 vs. San Diego. All four players were probable on the injury report.
Analysis: None of these Giants players were in danger of missing Week 9. Manning is a No. 2 Fantasy QB. Bradshaw is a No, 3 Fantasy RB or flex option. Boss is a low-end No. 1/high-end No. 2 Fantasy TE. Manningham is at best a No. 3 Fantasy WR or flex option.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was limited in practice with a shoulder injury all week. He missed Week 8 at the Eagles with the injury but has been listed as probable for Week 9 against the Chargers.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Manningham's progress heading into Sunday and hope he is 100 percent, although it does appear that he will play. When healthy, Manningham is a No. 3 Fantasy WR.
News: After being inactive in Week 8 at Philadelphia, Giants WR Mario Manningham (shoulder) told coach Tom Coughlin he feels better Monday. However, Manningham did say he expected to play against the Eagles after last Friday's practice. He will likely be listed as questionable for Week 9 against San Diego.
Analysis: Keep an eye on Manningham's status heading into the game with the Chargers. When healthy, Manningham is a solid No. 3 Fantasy WR, and the Giants missed him against the Eagles. Hopefully this shoulder injury will get better soon and he can resume his breakout season.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (shoulder) was inactivated for Week 8 at Philadelphia. He had been listed as questionable on the injury report.
Analysis: Manningham indicated that he thought he would play, but clearly the team felt otherwise. Fantasy owners should immediately reserve him in all leagues, but we do expect him to play in Week 9 against San Diego.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham hurt his shoulder in practice this week and is listed as questionable for Week 8 at the Eagles, but CBSSports.com's Rapid Reporter on the scene says Manningham, who did not practice Friday, also expects to take the field. "It's no big deal," Manningham said. "I'll be all right."
Analysis: Manningham should have a decent stat line against the Eagles in Week 8, though he's been pretty much decent over the last couple of weeks. He's no better than a middle- to low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR for his upcoming matchup in spite of the injury. We might see Hakeem Nicks take a few more of his reps with the offense on Sunday.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had four catches for 47 yards Sunday against the Cardinals. Manningham was able to play through a back injury, which limited him in practice earlier in the week.
Analysis: Manningham continues to play well this season despite a sluggish game against the Cardinals. Consider Manningham a No. 3 Fantasy WR against the Eagles in Week 8.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (back) was not listed among the team's inactives and will be able to play, as expected, on Sunday night of Week 7 against Arizona.
Analysis: Manningham has four touchdown catches in six games this season and has emerged as a solid No. 2 receiver for the Giants. For Fantasy purposes, view Manningham as a viable No. 3 WR against the Cardinals in Week 7.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham suffered a back injury in the team's Week 6 game against the Saints but was able to practice in full with the ailment all week as the team prepares for its Week 7 game against the Cardinals. Manningham has been listed as probable for the game.
Analysis: Manningham has four touchdown catches in six games this season and has emerged as a solid No. 2 receiver for the Giants. For Fantasy purposes, view Manningham as a viable No. 3 WR against the Cardinals in Week 7.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was sidelined in the second half of Sunday's loss to the Saints after hurting the back of his ribs. "I'm a fighter. I'll be all right," he said.
Analysis: Manningham has four touchdown catches in six games this season and has emerged as a solid No. 2 receiver for the Giants. For Fantasy purposes, view Manningham as a viable No. 3 WR against the Cardinals in Week 7, if healthy which he should be. Stay tuned throughout the week.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught four passes for 50 yards in Week 6 at New Orleans. He caught a 15-yard touchdown pass in the second quarter and was targeted a team-high nine times in the game.
Analysis: Steve Smith has led the Giants in catches and targets this season, but the Saints did a good job of taking him away from the pass offense more than any other team has this season. That opened things up for Manningham and Hakeem Nicks. Manningham has four touchdown catches in six games this season and has emerged as a solid No. 2 receiver for the Giants. For Fantasy purposes, view Manningham as a viable No. 3 WR against the Cardinals in Week 7.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught two passes for 36 yards in Week 5 against Oakland, including a 30-yard touchdown pass from Eli Manning. It was his third touchdown in five games. Manningham missed most of the fourth quarter with a bruised chest.
Analysis: Manningham was thrown to three times in the game. It could have been more, but the Giants took it easy in the second half with the game well in hand. Eli Manning was taken out of the game late in the second quarter. Manningham has proven to be a big-play threat for the Giants and can be seen as a viable No. 3 WR option for Week 5 at the Saints. We don't expect the bruised chest to be an issue.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught just one pass in Week 4 at Kansas City despite the fact he was thrown to eight times in the game. It was the fewest amount of catches Manningham has had in any of his first four games this season.
Analysis: Manningham should have had a much more productive game, but he dropped three passes -- including one that directly led to an interception. However, the fact that he was thrown to eight times in the game shows the rapport he has developed with QB Eli Manning. He had posted at least 55 yards in the first three games of the season and we consider him a reliable starter in Week 5 against the Raiders as at least a No. 3 WR.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught four passes for 55 yards in a Week 3 rout of the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Manningham wasn't used a whole lot on Sunday as the Giants didn't need to throw the ball with the amount of rushing yards they racked up. New York visits Kansas City in Week 4, and Manningham should continue to be considered a nice No. 3 Fantasy WR for that matchup.
News: Giants receiver Mario Manningham, who had 10 catches including a touchdown against Dallas last week and has two on the season, was limited at practice again on Friday but is listed as probable for the game.
Analysis: Manningham figures to be fine to play in Week 3's game at Tampa Bay and with the rapport he's developed with Eli Manning, Fantasy owners should be scrambling to add him off waivers. Eventually teams might find ways to limit his effectiveness because he won't sneak up on them, but for now he's worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy WR. He will have a favorable matchup at Tampa Bay in Week 3, so consider him then.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, who had 10 catches in the game against the Cowboys on Sunday, was limited at practice Wednesday and Thursday with a sore shoulder. He is questionable currently for the game at Tampa Bay Sunday.
Analysis: Manningham figures to be fine to play in Week 3's game at Tampa Bay and with the rapport he's developed with Eli Manning, Fantasy owners should be scrambling to add him off waivers. Eventually teams might find ways to limit his effectiveness because he won't sneak up on them, but for now he's worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy WR. He will have a favorable matchup at Tampa Bay in Week 3, so consider him then.
News: Giants second-year WR Mario Manningham saw more playing time in Week 2 taking over for an injured Domenik Hixon, and did he ever step up. He finished with 10 catches for 150 yards and a touchdown against Dallas, absolutely crushing them on mid-range and long routes. His score was a 22-yard catch where he corraled a ball as he fell to the ground in the end zone, but he also dazzled on a 49-yard play. He was targeted by Eli Manning 12 times in the contest and even made a heady drive-saving catch on a tipped pass on the Giants' final game-winning drive of the night.
Analysis: Manningham will be one of the hot names off the waiver wire this week, and it's warranted as he's scored in both of his 2009 games. He's arguably the best thing to happen to Eli Manning in close to a year because his big-play ability makes up for the loss of Plaxico Burress in the Giants' offense. Will he keep it up? Eventually teams might find ways to limit his effectiveness because he won't sneak up on them, but for now he's worth using as a No. 3 Fantasy WR. He will have a favorable matchup at Tampa Bay in Week 3, so consider him then.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham will play a division opponent in Week 2 at the Dallas Cowboys. Last season as a rookie, Manningham played in just one of the team's two games against Dallas and had just one catch.
Analysis: Manningham will play a much bigger role this season than he did as a rookie and that was evident in Week 1 when caught the team's lone touchdown. He caught only three passes in the game, however, and the Giants figure to have a spread out passing game that will not feature a real go-to receiver. That could lead to some erratic results for Manningham, whom we don't recommend as anything more than a low-end No. 3 receiver in standard leagues this week.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham, listed as third on the depth chart coming into the game, scored the team's lone offensive touchdown in the season opener against the Redskins on a 30-yard catch-and-run from QB Eli Manning in the second quarter. He finished the game with three catches for 58 yards.
Analysis: Manningham had a good preseason and could potentially move up the depth chart since the Giants have a mostly unproven receiving corps, but he showed he can contribute something even as the third receiver. He's still nothing more than a bye-week replacement in Fantasy and should remain on waivers for Week 2 at Dallas.
News: The Newark Star-Ledger reports Giants rookie WR Hakeem Nicks will apparently be an integral part of the Giants' offense for Week 1 against Washington. "He's playing it right now," coach Tom Coughlin said Friday when asked at what point Nicks will play a "major role" in the offense. "He's involved right now in everything we're doing. We basically have four guys that will do a lot of rotating and a lot of playing." The other three are obviously Domenik Hixon, Steve Smith and Mario Manningham. Derek Hagan figures to be active and playing a role in special teams, which means Sinorice Moss and Ramses Barden could be among the inactives.
Analysis: Nicks could be a sleeper for Week 1 against the Redskins in deep leagues, but don't plan on using him in standard formats. In time, he could become a solid Fantasy option, but we want to see it happen first. Keep Manningham, Hagan, Moss and Barden reserved in all formats this week.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham shook off a hip issue to play in Saturday's preseason loss to the Jets. Manningham, who was targeted 12 times, made four catches for 41 yards.
Analysis: Manningham is working tirelessly to make his way up the Giants' depth chart at WR and help make up for the loss of Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer. Manningham doesn't have a whole lot of Fantasy appeal heading into the season since he is in an uncertain situation.
News: The New York Post reports that the Giants want to play Mario Manningham and rookies Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden a bit with Eli Manning and the starters during Saturday's preseason game against the Jets.
Analysis: The report goes on to add that the receivers may not get a fair chance to show what they can do because the weather forecast is calling for stormy weather. Manningham is working tirelessly to make his way up the Giants' depth chart at WR and help make up for the loss of Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer. However, he is also dealing with an injury at this stage in camp that could hurt his chances. Manningham doesn't have a lot of Fantasy appeal heading into the season since he is in an uncertain situation.
News: Giants second-year receiver Mario Manningham suffered a hip pointer during Saturday's preseason game against the Bears and is day to day. Manningham had one catch for six yards in the game.
Analysis: Manningham is working tirelessly to make his way up the Giants' depth chart at WR and help make up for the loss of Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer. However, an injury at this stage in camp could hurt his chances. Manningham doesn't have a lot of Fantasy appeal heading into the season since he is in an uncertain situation.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham (leg) was able to play in Monday's preseason game against Carolina but did not make any catches in the game. He was targeted however.
Analysis: The Giants need help at WR with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone. Manningham will continue to compete with Sinorice Moss and rookie Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden for playing time. At best, take him with a late-round pick in deep seasonal leagues, otherwise plan on adding him off the waiver wire during the season.
News: The New York Daily News reports Giants WR Mario Manningham is dealing with a leg injury. He will be listed as questionable for the first preseason game Monday against Carolina.
Analysis: The Giants need help at WR with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone. Manningham will compete with Sinorice Moss and rookie Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden for playing time. See how Manningham is doing with his leg and hope he is OK. At best, take him with a late-round pick in deep seasonal leagues, otherwise plan on adding him off the waiver wire during the season.
News: The Tribune Chronicle reports Giants WR Mario Manningham has lofty expectations this season after he played in just seven games and caught four passes for 26 yards as a rookie last season. A leg injury curtailed his work in training camp, and he wasn't able to assume a steady role in the rotation. This year, Manningham said he'll join Steve Smith and Domenik Hixon as one of the top three targets for quarterback Eli Manning. "Yeah, I'm playing with a chip on my shoulder. I have a lot to prove," Manningham said. "I want to show what I can do. You know how people can talk. They say, 'Is he this or is he that?' I know what I can do, and my team knows what I can do. Now it's time for me to go out and play and show the world what I can do. ... The criticism from last year, I actually kind of liked it. I like when people doubt me and say this and that because I know what I can do. I hate when people say they know what they're talking about, when they really don't know too much."
Analysis: The Giants need help at WR with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone. Manningham will compete with Sinorice Moss and rookie Hakeem Nicks and Ramses Barden for playing time. It's good that Manningham is trying to work his way into the top group, but we need to see how he'll be used in training camp. At best, take him with a late-round pick in deep seasonal leagues, otherwise plan on adding him off the waiver wire during the season.
News: The official team Web site reports that Giants second-year WR Mario Manningham is putting last year behind him and is working diligently on putting together a good training camp so that he can make an impact with the team in 2009. Not only has he impressed the media and coaches during a recent minicamp, but quarterback Eli Manning also sees improvement. "He came in this offseason a little more confident in what's going on," Manning said. "He still has a lot to learn. He didn't get a whole lot of playing time in live action and in making reads and decisions. But he came in with a pretty good feel for what's going on. He's running faster, he's more decisive in what he's doing. He’s not running on nails because he's a little indecisive. You really see his speed and his explosiveness and big-play potential. We'll continue to work and see how he'll be able to help us out this year."
Analysis: This is a good sign for Manningham, who had a disappointing rookie season but has a chance to make plays with Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer gone. The Giants plan to start Domenik Hixon, Steve Smith and Sinorice Moss as their top three guys with TE Kevin Boss also playing a role in the passing game, but Manningham could easily crack that group. Go into the season with Manningham as someone to keep on your radar, but he's not worth drafting until he's a regular part of the receiving rotation.
News: After reportedly considering trades for Braylon Edwards and Anquan Boldin, the Giants decided to stay in their spot and take UNC WR Hakeem Nicks with the 29th overall pick in the 2009 draft. Nicks left the Tar Heels as the school's all-time leader in receptions, receiving yards and touchdowns with 181 grabs for 2,840 yards and 21 touchdowns (12 last year). Nicks will have to compete with veterans Steve Smith, Domenik Hixon, Sinorice Moss and Mario Manningham for playing time next season, but he does provide the deep threat that they cannot provide on a consistent basis. "We like him a lot," Giants general manager Jerry Reese said. "He's a big, strong kid, very productive. ... We expect him to come in and get in the mix."
Analysis: We don't think Nicks will come in and eat up all the receptions like Edwards or Boldin would have done, which is a plus for Smith and Hixon especially. We still view Smith as a good-hands man who can help move the chains and Hixon as a deep-threat type of receiver, along with Moss and Manningham as quality role players. But there's no doubt that Nicks will try to make his mark as a rookie as a big, physical target in the Giants' offense. Smith remains a top-end reserve (middle- to late-round pick) Fantasy WR while Hixon falls back to a low-end reserve option (late-round pick, if at all). Neither Moss nor Manningham should be taken in seasonal drafts.
News: The following Giants did not record an offensive statistic in Week 16 against Carolina: QB David Carr, TE Michael Matthews, RB Danny Ware, RB Ahmad Bradshaw, WR Mario Manningham and TE Darcy Johnson.
Analysis: Aside from Bradshaw in deeper leagues, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham had one catch for minus-1 yard Sunday at Dallas.
Analysis: Manningham is a low-end Fantasy WR and should not be used in any leagues at this time in Week 16 against Carolina. Manningham also is not worth holding onto in keeper leagues either.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham lost 12 yards on one carry Week 14 against the Eagles. He didn't record a single reception and has only one on the season.
Analysis: Manningham obviously doesn't play a huge role on offense and should remain on waivers for Week 15 at Dallas.
News: Giants had the following players active in Week 13 against the Redskins without picking up any stats in the game: RB Reuben Droughns, RB Danny Ware, TE Darcy Johnson, TE Michael Matthews, WR Mario Manningham and backup QB David Carr.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 12: RB Brandon Jacobs, WR Mario Manningham, K Lawrence Tynes, DB Sam Madison, DB Sammy Knight, LB Gerris Wilkinson and DL Jerome McDougle.
Analysis: Jacobs is the biggest name here, obviously. Tynes has become an unreliable kicker that should not be owned in Fantasy. None of the other players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy options. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 9 vs. Dallas: K Lawrence Tynes (coach's decision), DB R.W. McQuarters (coach's decision), RB Danny Ware (coach's decision), DB Kevin Dockery (back), LB Gerris Wilkinson (knee), WR Mario Manningham (coach's decision) and DL Jerome McDougle (coach's decision).
Analysis: Aside from possibly Tynes down the stretch if he returns, none of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The following Giants players did not record an offensive stat in Week 8 at Pittsburgh: QB David Carr, RB Reuben Droughns, RB Madison Hedgecock, WR Mario Manningham, TE Michael Matthews and TE Darcy Johnson.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: The following Giants players did not record any offensive statistics in Week 7 against the 49ers: QB David Carr, RB Madison Hedgecock, RB Reuben Droughns, WR Mario Manningham, TE Darcy Johnson and TE Michael Matthews.
Analysis: None of the players on this list should be considered viable Fantasy option. They are not in a position to contribute regular stats as they aren't in line for regular playing time. They've got some depth chart climbing to do and should be left on the waiver wire.
News: Giants RB Reuben Droughns, QB David Carr, RB Madison Hedgecock, WR Mario Manningham and TE Darcy Johnson didn't contribute offensive statistics Week 6 at Cleveland.
Analysis: Without an injury, none of these players figures to contribute anything statistically in the near future. Leave them all on waivers.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham caught one pass for six yards in Week 5 vs. Seattle. He was thrown to three times in the game.
Analysis: Manningham climbed up the receiver depth chart slightly for a game with Plaxico Burress suspended by the team for a game and this is all he could come up with. The Giants have several receiving options ahead of the rookie and while he has some decent upside, he's not worth owning in Fantasy right now.
News:Newsday reports that Giants WR Mario Manningham, who has been vomiting while dealing with an illness, has been sent to a local hospital for tests.
Analysis: Manningham was a candidate to see some increased playing time in Week 5 with Plaxico Burress suspended, but we'll have to see how much he practices this week. He still shouldn't be worth starting in Fantasy play even at 100 percent, however.
News: LoHud.com reports that Giants WR Mario Manningham came back from the bye week with the flu.
Analysis: Manningham was a candidate to see some increased playing time in Week 5 with Plaxico Burress suspended, but we'll have to see how much he practices this week. He still shouldn't be worth starting in Fantasy play even at 100 percent, however.
News: The New York Giants are approaching the suspension of Plaxico Burress almost the same way they would an injury. The team suspended the wide receiver for a game for missing a practice and not calling to explain his absence. Barring a successful appeal, Burress will miss the game against the Seattle Seahawks at Giants Stadium on Oct. 5. For the Giants that means Domenik Hixon, Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss and rookie Mario Manningham will get more playing time, with Hixon expected to move into Burress' split end spot. "He does a lot for the team, catching balls, blocking, so it's going to be tough," Hixon said of Burress' role. "Things happen, you got to continue on."
Analysis: The starting assignment for Hixon also is going to create more playing time for Smith and Moss, and it should get Manningham on the field for the first time this season. Smith has been productive when the Giants have gone to four-receiver packages on third down. The second-year pro has 11 receptions for 94 yards. Moss has had only one catch for 23 yards, while Manningham has yet to play after being slowed by a leg injury in training camp. "We are all pros. We have to approach the game like we do every week," Smith said. "We know he (Burress) is a big target and that is tough on whoever is in that position in the game, but coach is going to put us in the right position. We just have to make the plays." Smith is the only guy that might be worth starting in Week 5 after the Giants come off their bye, but you could probably still go with other options in Fantasy.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 3 against Cincinnati: K Lawrence Tynes (knee), RB Danny Ware (coach's decision), WR Mario Manningham (coach's decision), DB Terrell Thomas (hamstring), DB R.W. McQuarters (calf), LB Jonathan Goff (coach's decision) and DL Jerome McDougle.
Analysis: Aside from Tynes and McQuarters, none of the players on this list are going to be in line for considerable playing time anytime soon. Leave them on the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues until further notice. They've got some depth chart climbing to do.
News: The Giants listed the following players as inactive for Week 2 at St. Louis: K Lawrence Tynes (knee), DB Terrell Thomas (hamstring), DB R.W. McQuarters (calf), LB Jonathan Goff (back), DL Dave Tollefson (coach's decision) and WR Mario Manningham (coach's decision).
Analysis: Tynes is the only player listed here with a shred of Fantasy appeal. None of the other players on this list are going to be in line for considerable playing time anytime soon. Leave them on the waiver wire in all Fantasy leagues until further notice. They've got some depth chart climbing to do.
News: Notable Giants inactive for Week 1 vs. Washington include RB Reuben Droughns, DB Terrell Thomas, DB Sam Madison, LB Jonathan Goff, DL Dave Tollefson and WR Mario Manningham.
Analysis: Droughns and Madison used to be stars in the NFL, but are now on the back nine of their careers and no longer Fantasy viable players at this time. Make sure to keep all these players reserved in Fantasy leagues Week 1.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham played in a second straight preseason game Thursday against the Patriots. He led the team with five catches for 41 yards, his longest reception going for 12 yards. He finished the preseason with eight catches for 82 yards.
Analysis: Manningham was slowed at the beginning of training camp with a quad injury, but came on late and made a push for reps as a rookie. He is currently at best a No. 3 or No. 4 wide receiver for the Giants, so he has little seasonal league Fantasy value at this time. He is merely a player to keep an eye on.
News: According to The Sports Xchange notes: Rookie WR Mario Manningham, the third-round pick, has missed most of camp with a strained quad muscle and faces the real possibility of going on the injured reserve list and thus missing the entire season.
Analysis: Manningham is a nice wide receiver prospect, but he stands to serve a Robert Meachem-like apprenticeship even if he doesn't go on the IR, which rules you out for the entire season. Don't consider him outside of the deepest of long-term keeper leagues right now.
News: The Giants listed WRs Steve Smith, David Tyree and rookie Mario Manningham as inactive for their first preseason game of the 2008 season at Detroit. Tyree was an obvious scratch as he has been on the PUP list with a knee injury.
Analysis: Of these receivers, only Smith holds some Fantasy value as a reserve receiver. Manningham is only worth a middle-round pick in rookie-only drafts. And despite his Super Bowl XLII heroics, Tyree is not expected to be a key figure in the Giants offense this season.
News: Third-round pick Mario Manningham signed a four-year contract with the Giants on Tuesday. Manningham caught 137 passes for 2,310 yards and 27 touchdowns at Michigan. Those statistics should have gotten Manningham drafted earlier, but he slipped to the third round because of off-field problems. Before the draft, he wrote a letter to NFL executives admitting he failed two drug tests while in college. About a year ago, police found a prescription pain killer and a controlled substance in a car in which he was riding with two other men. Manningham was not charged, but he was suspended for a game. GM Jerry Reese said the Giants are confident that Manningham's problems are behind him. Manningham on May 10 went down with a strained hip flexor and missed the remainder of the three-day camp. He is expected to be ready for the start of training camp.
Analysis: Manningham is expected to compete with Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss and David Tyree for playing time as the No. 3 wide receiver behind Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer in the Giants offense. Manningham is worth drafting in the middle rounds of most rookie drafts and only with a late-round pick in deep seasonal formats at this time.
News: Giants WR Mario Manningham was sidelined by injury Saturday during the New York Giants' minicamp for rookies and free agents. A third-round draft pick from Michigan, Manningham suffered a hip flexor on his left side running a pull-up pattern early in the morning workout. Manningham said the injury happened because he did not run his pattern right. "It ain't nothing bad or serious," Manningham said. "If it was serious I would not be walking."
Analysis: Manningham will likely be fine for the start of training camp. He is expected to compete with Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss and David Tyree for playing time as the No. 3 wide receiver behind Plaxico Burress and Amani Toomer in the Giants offense. Manningham is worth drafting in the middle rounds of most rookie drafts and only with a late-round pick in deep seasonal formats at this time.
News: The Giants drafted WR Mario Manningham in the third round of the 2008 NFL Draft. Manningham is expected to compete for the No. 3 wide receiver spot with the Giants with Steve Smith, Sinorice Moss and David Tyree in 2008. Manningham, from Michigan, will eventually be the successor to Amani Toomer -- or so Giants fan hope. The Giants also drafted QB Andre Woodson from Kentucky in the sixth round.
Analysis: Manningham had plenty of issues in college, but he is hopeful for a fresh start with the Giants. Consider him a deep sleeper in seasonal Fantasy leagues and a middle-round selection in keeper formats. Woodson has minimal Fantasy value at this time and should not be drafted in seasonal leagues. In keeper formats, consider Woodson a low-end draft pick.
