RB Willis McGahee is reportedly angering Ravens officials?
08-20 10:48 pm
According to Mike Preston of BaltimoreSun.com, Ravens coach John Harbaugh does not know when injured RB Willis McGahee (knee) will return, and that the running back could possibly miss the entire preseason. Preston then went on to say that that he wouldn't be surprise if the Ravens cut McGahee before the season is over.
OPINION: The part about McGahee getting cut at some point is almost not worth posting, but it needs addressing because it's hitting news wires everywhere. Look, McGahee isn't getting cut and he recently vowed to be ready for Week 1. He has reportedly angered team officials with his work ethic, but don't even consider counting on him being cut. Keep in mind that a report emerged the other day suggesting that the Dolphins would consider trading Ronnie Brown before the season began... and what happened? The Dolphins immediately shot that down. Hopefully this news affects McGahee's value in your upcoming drafts - That's good for you... but as we continue to write, draft Ray Rice at almost any cost. The rookie won't take his job, but if hurt, Rice will produce under Cam Cameron. That RB combo could crank out top 8RB numbers in '08.
Browns' Anderson, 5 others to sit out against Lions
08-20 8:57 pm by ESPN Football News
Quarterback Derek Anderson and five teammates did not practice on Wednesday and weren't expected to play against the Detroit Lions on Saturda
Jets shut down Long Island camp after 40 years
08-20 6:38 pm by ESPN Football News
The Jets are leaving their Long Island training camp facility after 40 year
McNair visits Titans for first time since impasse
08-20 4:44 pm by ESPN Football News
Steve McNair returned to Titans camp for the first time since being locked ou
RB Steven Jackson to end his holdout; runner to report
08-20 4:43 pm
According to STLToday.com, Rams RB Steven Jackson has decided to end his holdout. Jackson will report to the team's facility tonight and is expected to be on the field on Friday. Sources on both sides of this are confident that a deal will get done soon. His total fines are $408,132, according to reports.
OPINION: As we have said from the start, the last time an elite runner sat out out chunk of the regular-season was in the 1990s. Jackson should get his deal done soon. Getting back on the field soon will help Jackson stay healthy this year - He should be ready to rumble in Week 1. If this situation changes, or if there is more to this report, we will certainly update all of you immediately.
QB Peyton Manning can't guarantee he will be ready for Week 1?
08-20 4:21 pm
According to ESPN.com, Colts QB Peyton Manning made it to his first practice of the season on Tuesday, but couldn't guarantee that he would be ready for the team's first regular-season game on Sept. 7. "I've not really had a whole lot to say, to tell you the truth," Manning said. "As to when I'll be back on the practice field, that's still to be determined. Obviously, the sooner, the better for me. My goal is to be back for the first game."
OPINION: We suggest that fantasy owners don't overreact, as Manning is still a top 3-4 fantasy quarterback, and strong mid third-round pick, even if out a game. If news starts breaking suggesting that Manning could miss multiple games, then activate the overreacting process. Until then, we suggest fantasy owners rank the top four QBs like this: Tom Brady, Tony Romo, Peyton Manning and then Drew Brees. If you have a fantasy draft in the coming days and don't have time to wait for Manning updates, it isn't nuts to select Brees ahead of Manning, although, our advice is to just wait on a QB in 2008. Quarterbacks like Ben Roethlisberger, Derek Anderson and Carson Palmer will likely fall in your upcoming draft - Take advantage of that and let someone else reach for Manning, although, if Manning falls to bargain value, obviously strike.
Rams' Jackson to end holdout; new deal in works
08-20 4:15 pm by ESPN Football News
Rams running back Steven Jackson will end his holdout and report to the team Thursday, according to a source familiar with discussions between the team, Jackson and Jackson's agent, Eugene Parke
WR Chad Johnson healing faster than expected
08-20 3:50 pm
According to Bengals.com, Bengals coach Marvin Lewis said that WR Chad Johnson's sprained shoulder has progressed much faster than expected, and Week 1 remains the target for a return.
OPINION: Of course nothing is for certain and we can't predict setbacks, but it sounds like Chad will be ready for the season opener - We expect a monster campaign out of Ocho Cinco in 2008.
RB Chris Perry would start at RB if season started today?
08-20 3:49 pm
According to Bengals.com, if the season started today, the starting running back for the Bengals would be Chris Perry. "Chris feels like the starting running back and he feels very good about that," Marvin Lewis said. "Right now that's probably the way we'd enter the season. He's exhibiting it on the practice field, not only in the games he's played but the way he's practiced and that's good to see."
OPINION: Perry has huge sleeper value entering 2008. He now moves ahead of Rudi on our 2008 Redraft Rankings. If you already own Perry, congrats on the draft value! If you plan to draft him in an upcoming draft, make sure you don't reach too high for him, as this situation is still very cloudy - Until his value climbs out of bargain type value, though, continue to snag him in the middle rounds.
Is it a sign? Ravens to start Smith at QB Saturday
08-20 3:19 pm by ESPN Football News
Troy Smith will be the Ravens starting quarterback for Saturday's preseason game against the St. Louis Rams, coach John Harbaugh said Wednesda
WR Kevin Curtis out indefinitely with sports hernia
08-20 3:09 pm
According to Philadelphia.com, Eagles WR Kevin Curtis has been diagnosed with a sports hernia and is set to undergo surgery on Thursday. Eagles coach Andy Reid said that his receiver will be out "for a while" but should return this season at some point. "They've got to go in and see – I'd like to tell you a time on it, but I can't," Reid said. When asked whether or not he has called Arizona about disgruntled WR Anquan Boldin, Reid said: "I'm not going to get into all that."
OPINION: Not good news for the Eagles or Donovan McNabb. This is definitely going to trigger some rumors about Anquan Boldin and maybe even Roy Williams. We wouldn't be surprised if Drew Rosenhaus, Boldin's agent, releases a new Youtube clip here shortly on this matter. Stay tuned, but expect Curtis to miss at least 4-6 weeks... maybe longer. Jason Avant? Sleeper alert? He is a third-year receiver in 2008. Rookie DeSean Jackson will have to step up also.
WR David Clowney has shoulder injury, not broken collarbone?
08-20 2:47 pm
According to NYPost.com, updating previous reports, Jets WR David Clowney may not have a broken collarbone after all. Recent reports suggest that Clowney has a shoulder injury, but the extent of the injury is still unknown. Jets coach Eric Mangini said that Clowney would be "out for a little while."
OPINION: It is tough to say what is going on with this - Since Clowney is an extreme deep sleeper of ours, you can bet we will keep you updated on this. If the shoulder injury is bad, he could still be out indefinitely, but stay tuned... hopefully he can recover from whatever it is he is suffering from.
RB Willis McGahee says he will be ready for Week 1
08-20 2:42 pm
According to BaltimoreSun.com, Ravens RB Willis McGahee (knee surgery) vows that he will be ready for the season opener. "I will be ready [for the regular season] but I don't know about playing in the preseason," he said today.
OPINION: They key to owning Willis McGahee is to own Ray Rice. We have said this over and over. Cam Cameron is a fantasy machine when it comes to cranking out productive rushing attacks. The attack will most likely be a top 10 attack, so if you own both McGahee and Rice, you should be money in 2008. Top eight numbers are not out of the question for the McGahee/Rice combo.
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