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  Edwards working through injury
Braylon Edwards, WR SF

News: 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh suggested in a radio interview that WR Braylon Edwards isn’t completely healthy. “He’s working through some things,” Harbaugh said on KNBR 680 AM. “He’s still practicing every day though." The team will likely take the conservative approach with Edwards and play him sparingly, if at all, at New Orleans on Friday.

Analysis: This is not the ideal start to Edwards' 49ers career, especially since San Francisco is also down Michael Crabtree due to an injury. It sounds as though Edwards' status is far less severe, so we will consider this just a day-to-day issue for now. Edwards is expected to be one of the 49ers top receivers in 2011. Consider Edwards at best a low-end No. 3 Fantasy WR on Draft Day.
Profile   Colston still out, for now
Marques Colston, WR NO

News: Saints WR Marques Colston, who missed a fifth practice in six days Wednesday, said he would be out there if a regular season game was at stake. "If this were September and we were getting ready for week one, I'd be out here practicing," Colston told the New Orleans Times-Picayune.

Analysis: Colston said he wants to play in Friday's preseason game, but that the team will ultimately decide his status. We won't be surprised if they hold him out for precautionary reasons. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his progress, though it doesn't yet seem like a major issue. Don't let this keep you from drafting Colston as a No. 2 Fantasy WR.
Profile   Manningham to see a boost?
Mario Manningham, WR NYG

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.
Profile Martz: Knox 'not ready' to start
Johnny Knox, WR CHI

News: Bears WR Johnny Knox has voiced his displeasure with being demoted off of the starting unit in training camp with the arrival of Roy Williams, but offensive coordinator Mike Martz gave reasons as to why he was on Wednesday. "He just was not ready, not because he can't do it or he's not talented," Martz told the Chicago Tribune. The preparation, the consistency that's required … he does a lot of good things, but they have to be good all the time. That's what Roy is..."

Analysis: Knox clearly has the speed to stretch the field and make big plays, but Martz is looking for a 60-minute performer who can be there every down. He added that Knox can get there, but he has to work for it. The former Abilene Christian star had 960 yards and five scores last season to lead the team. Fantasy owners should monitor the position battle throughout camp and the preseason to see if Knox can reclaim his job. If he does not, we see him as just a reserve WR worth a late-round pick on Draft Day.
Profile   Troup cracks hand, now in cast
Torell Troup, DT BUF

News: Bills rookie DT Torell Troup cracked his hand in Monday's practice and he will be in a cast for the near future, reports the team's official website. “I think it just got caught in (Eric) Wood’s shoulder pads,” Troup told Buffalobills.com. “I went to long arm him and I couldn’t really tell when it happened. I just went back to the sideline and I just felt the pain. I thought I may have jammed a finger or something, but they told me I had to go get it x-rayed.”Troup will be in a cast for a few weeks, but it should be ready to be removed by the time the season starts.

Analysis: Troup wants to play with the cast, but the swelling from the injury has to go down first. “Somewhere in my hand I’ve got a little broken bone, but it’ll be fine,” he said. “I’m still going to play. I’ve just got to wait for the pain to go away and they’re going to cast it up and I’ll get out there again.” Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his status, even though Troup is a player who should not be selected on Draft Day in IDP leagues.
Profile Johnson joins the Lions
Michael Johnson, DB DET

News: MLive.com reports that the Lions signed former Giants DB Michael Johnson on Wednesday. He was released by the team following a 2010 campaign in which he played in just two games and made three tackles.

Analysis: Johnson's best NFL season was in 2008, when he was able to register 72 tackles and a pair of interceptions. He is expected to compete for a reserve DB spot with Detroit throughout the preseason. Fantasy owners should not consider him to be an option on Draft Day in IDP leagues.
Profile Coach talking up Heyward-Bey
Darrius Heyward-Bey, WR OAK

News: Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey had an eventful Tuesday. First, he learned he was listed as a starting wide receiver opposite Jacoby Ford. Then, he made it through a second straight practice without any lingering issues from an undisclosed injury that kept him out or limited to open camp. Head coach Hue Jackson said "it's time" for Heyward-Bey to produce at a high level after two disappointing seasons. “I have coached the position to know that position very well,” Jackson said. ”When a guy’s drafted in the first round, we all want to see instant numbers right away and sometimes that doesn’t happen. Sometimes that takes time. And I take responsibility in some games where he didn’t (get many catches). Sometimes, you have to do things to get guys the ball.”

Analysis: Jackson added that Heyward-Bey will get his opportunities in 2011, so it's time for him to do more than run decoy routes, block downfield and catch the occasional pass. “I saw last year as a huge improvement with him,” Jackson said, “and he’s hit the ground running right now and doing a great job. But again, it’s about performance in the game. And that’s what I talk to him about more so than anything. He now needs to go make those plays in the game. And will he make some SportsCenter plays this year? There’s no question in my mind he will. It’s time.” Heyward-Bey did make some progress in 2010, totaling 26 catches for 366 yards. However, you better not plan to draft him as anything more than a late-round Fantasy sleeper since he still has a ways to go to becoming a reliable Fantasy option.
Profile   Parrish's leg injury will keep him out
Roscoe Parrish, WR BUF

News: Bills WR Roscoe Parrish left practice Wednesday night after an apparent leg injury and was ruled out of the team's first preseason game this Saturday in Chicago. He was running a fly pattern during a full-field drill when he came up limping and grabbing his left leg. Head coach Chan Gailey expects him to miss extended practice time.

Analysis: Parrish played in just eight games last season before severely spraining his wrist. In his short time on the field, he amassed 33 catches for 400 yards and a pair of touchdowns. Parrish was in the middle of a career year before the injury, so he had some momentum before going down. He is dealing with a leg issue now, so Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his progress going forward to see when he can get back on the field. Parrish is a player to watch in the preseason, though he doesn't need to be drafted in the majority of leagues.
Profile   Gettis twists knee Wednesday
David Gettis, WR CAR

News: Panthers wide receiver David Gettis twisted his left knee during Wednesday night's practice, but the extent of the injury was not known. He was carted off the field following practice. Gettis was careful not to put any weight on his left leg as he eased into the golf cart. "He tweaked it and they're going to check it out," coach Ron Rivera said after practice. "That's all I really know. I went over and talked to him and he said, 'It buckled on me a little bit, Coach.' They [the trainers] iced him down and said they would check him out after practice."

Analysis: Gettis, who had 37 receptions and three touchdowns last season in 15 starts as a rookie, has a shot to start opposite Steve Smith this season if he can beat out Brandon LaFell for the gig. The injury will likely set him back in that part of the preseason. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on Gettis' progress, especially when the severity of the injury is known. Even if he wins the battle, the Baylor product is a late-round flier at best on Draft Day.
Profile    Batch out for season with ACL tear
Baron Batch, RB PIT

News: Multiple sources are reporting and confirming that Steelers rookie RB Baron Batch tore his ACL during Wednesday's practice while cutting on the turf practice field. "Field Turf - that's why we don't want it at Heinz Field.He made a cut; see what happened," QB Ben Roethlisberger said. Batch was impressing in camp and he had the chance to be the team's third-down back.

Analysis: Batch had earned the respect of his peers early into training camp, but his season is likely over after the injury suffered with no other players around him. “He’s done a good job with his opportunity,” RB Rashard Mendenhall said of the seventh-rounder competing for third-down back. “He’s earning opportunities.” Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his rehabilitation and official diagnosis, tough he won't be a factor in 2011. Ignore Batch, the Texas Tech product, on Draft Day in all formats.
Profile    Coach concerned about Cooley
Chris Cooley, TE WAS

News: Redskins TE Chris Cooley won't play vs. Pittsburgh in Friday's preseason opener because of a sore left knee. "There is concern," coach Mike Shanahan said. "His knee is sore, but hopefully it keeps on getting better."

Analysis: It's still early in the preseason, but the fact Shanahan is concerned isn't comforting. Cooley is a big part of the Redskins' passing game and passes as a viable low-end No. 1 Fantasy TE. Don't downgrade him just yet in Fantasy, but the longer this injury lingers, then the more risky a Fantasy option Cooley becomes. Fred Davis is second on the Redskins' depth chart at tight end and would benefit the most if Cooley isn't ready for the start of the season.
Profile Could new helmet help Collie?
Austin Collie, WR IND

News: Colts WR Austin Collie is sporting a new helmet this season in an effort to lower the risk of suffering a concussion. Last year he left three games with head-related injuries and suffered two concussions. This year his new helmet appears to have padding in the back and is shaped differently than other Colts' helmets. Collie insists that he's not concerned about his past concussions and is focused on doing what he can in the Colts' offense this season.

Analysis: If you're not afraid of Collie suffering another concussion this year, then be ready to draft him in Round 6 in standard leagues and Round 5 in PPR formats. If you are afraid of Collie suffering another concussion, then don't draft him. His potential in the Colts' offense is sky-high after he started last season as the top receiver in Fantasy Football. But until we know how he'll handle big hits to the helmet, we can't say that he's a safe option for your Fantasy team. Some options: If you draft him, back him up with another good receiver, or spend a late-round pick on Colts WR Blair White, who could potentially replace Collie if he misses playing time.
Profile   Smith agrees to terms with Philly
Steve Smith, WR NYG

News: Multiple sources report Wednesday that free agent WR Steve Smith, who is coming off an injury-filled 2010 season, has agreed to sign with the Eagles. He met with the Giants, his former team, earlier in the week and coach Tom Coughlin hinted at him being out of the mix for a while as he continues to recover from microfracture surgery. Smith's one-year deal is worth a reported $4 million, with $2 million in guaranteed money. "He’s a Pro Bowl quality receiver that we will work into our offense as soon as he is ready to go," Eagles coach Andy Reid said in the team's press release announcing the signing.

Analysis: Smith had appeared to be well away from signing with any club because of the injuries, but the Eagles have a unique WR situation. DeSean Jackson is in a contract dispute with the organization and fellow starter Jeremy Maclin has missed the bulk of camp with an undisclosed illness. Smith may not be ready for the season, but he provides Philly with insurance at the position, and the amount of money suggests that he may be healthier than we think. Fantasy owners should keep an eye on his health going forward, though we don't recommend selecting him as anything more than a late-round pick on Draft Day. Stash Smith for now.
Profile   Ingram very impressive in camp
Mark Ingram, RB NO

News: Saints RB Mark Ingram is living up to expectations thus far in training camp, busting through the defense in team scrimmages and showing his powerful running style that he had in college. The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that Ingram's punishing runs - including in goal-line drills - have opened eyes not only among Saints coaches but defensive teammates as well. "I can't wait to see him play (in the preseason) and see what he does against another team because in practice he's definitely flashed signs of greatness," free safety Malcolm Jenkins said. "His best attribute is he has a low center of gravity. It's hard to just run up to him and knock him off balance. He's low to the ground. A lot of the times you get the worst of the hit."

Analysis: This is pretty much what we expected to see and hear about Ingram from the second he was taken by the Saints in the 2011 draft. His bowling-ball style is going to give New Orleans a new dynamic to their offense that they haven't really had. There's a shot for Ingram to pile on the touchdowns and be a real monster for Fantasy owners. Ingram should be considered a low-end No. 2/high-end No. 3 Fantasy RB in the majority of standard leagues, though he could easily outperform that. He is worth drafting with a pick as early as Round 5 or 6 depending on the size and rules of your league.
Profile   TE Kendricks a Fantasy sleeper?
Lance Kendricks, TE STL

News: Rams rookie TE Lance Kendricks continues to open eyes in training camp, working with the first-team offense and lining up in drills out wide, on the seam and in the backfield. The team hopes for Kendricks to catch on as a mismatch problem for defenses as a "move" tight end, seemingly in the mold of Dallas Clark. Kendricks, a former wide receiver before being converted to tight end in college, hauled in a deep ball for a touchdown in camp on Tuesday by splitting two safeties and outrunning them for a score. "For a young guy that hasn't had a lot of reps in the system, and he didn't have the benefit of the OTAs, I think he's picked it up pretty good," head coach Steve Spagnuolo told the official team website. "He's probably had the advantage of being with that first group for quite a bit, so you're working with Sam (Bradford), you're working with Steven (Jackson), and I think that helps because you have a lot of guys next to you doing things right. I think he's been pretty solid so far."

Analysis: We're excited for Kendricks' prospects this season and think he's worth monitoring for owners in deep leagues and in formats that give extra points for tight end production. Kendricks was a nice receiving threat out of Wisconsin but Josh McDaniels' offenses have not been known for producing excellent TE pass-catchers. That appears to be changing, and anyone playing in the Rams' offense regularly will have a shot to put up some good numbers. We'll continue to keep an eye on him and let you know if he's draftable beyond long-term formats.
Profile TE Davis on Martz's radar
Kellen Davis, TE CHI

News: The Chicago Sun-Times reports Bears offensive coordinator Mike Martz has liked what he has seen from TE Kellen Davis in the early days of training camp. "Kellen has stepped to the forefront and established himself not just as a blocker, but also a pretty dynamic receiver in practice," Martz said.

Analysis: The opportunity for Davis to step up as the Bears' starting TE is there with the departure of Greg Olsen. Desmond Clark and Matt Spaeth are also in the TE mix, but it seems Davis is impressing early on. Martz's offense usually relies on the TE to contribute more as a blocker than a receiver, but that is always subject to change. Regardless, Davis is not worth drafting in Fantasy and can be left on waivers until he becomes a viable option.
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