Archive for September, 2009

Giants without CBs Ross, Dockery vs. Redskins

New York Giants CBs Aaron Ross and Kevin Dockery are inactive today against the Washington Redskins, moving Terrell Thomas into the starting lineup.

Boldin active, but Breaston out for Cardinals

NFL.com senior writer Steve Wyche reports Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin, who has been bothered by a sore hamstring, is active and will start today against the 49ers.

Fantasy football halftime notes

Here are a few of the things that caught my eye in the first half of Sunday’s games.

Cadillac making a fantasy statement

RB Cadillac Williams is looking more and more fantasy relevant.

Brees has two TDs in first quarter

Saints QB Drew Brees is up to his old tricks again. Fantasy owners have to love it.

Giants, Redskins game will be won along lines

I will be covering the Giants-Redskins game this afternoon and will have updates before and after the game, so check back to see what’s brewing in this NFC East showdown.

Still start WR Bowe with QB Cassel out

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe remains a must-start, but Texans WR Kevin Walter is inactive today.

QB Cassel out for Chiefs; Croyle likely

The Chiefs official Web site is reporting that Matt Cassel is inactive for Sunday’s game at Baltimore. The Chiefs will now lean on either Brodie Croyle or Tyler Thigpen to start.

Fantasy Final Countdown chat LIVE, noon ET

Be sure to stop by and check out my live chat, starting at noon EST here on NFL.com!

News and notes as we kickoff Week 1

A quick spin around some match-ups as kickoff appraoches. The Browns held another negotiating session with WR Josh Cribbs, with a face-to-face session with his agent conducted Saturday in Cleveland. The sides continue to make “good progress” toward a deal.

Put Up My Dukes: Weight issues

It’s a concern to me that current NFL players are so big and explosive. It’s an issue, not necessarily with current players, but with retired players. In my latest Put Up Your Dukes segment on NFL Total Access, I shared my story about fighting the battle with obesity.

Brady probable, Welker questionable vs. Bills

QB Tom Brady and his sore throwing shoulder are back on the injury report, but those of you with Brady on your fantasy team can relax, he’s probable and is expected to start against the Bills Monday night.

Raiders RB Fargas questionable vs. Chargers

RB Justin Fargas is listed as questionable on the Raiders’ injury report. Fargas returned to practice in a limited capacity Friday and again Saturday, but a hamstring injury could keep him out of Monday night’s matchup with the Chargers.

Seymour traveling to Oakland, will report to Raiders

Defensive end Richard Seymour is traveling to Oakland and will report to his new team today, Seymour said via text.

District attorney closes case against Merriman

The San Diego County District Attorney’s Office has decided to not move forward on reality TV star Tila Tequila‘s accusations of domestic violence against San Diego Chargers LB Shawne Merriman.

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