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Jets | Geno Smith having trouble adjusting to new system (Mon Jun 17, 05:18 PM) [jump to this story] Texans | Arian Foster says he should be ready (Mon Jun 17, 10:04 AM) [jump to this story] Steelers | Heath Miller might not be ready for opener (Sun Jun 16, 11:44 PM) [jump to this story] Bills | EJ Manuel signed (Fri Jun 14, 01:23 PM) [jump to this story] Texans | DeAndre Hopkins impresses (Fri Jun 14, 10:14 AM) [jump to this story] Lions | Ryan Broyles expects to avoid PUP (Fri Jun 14, 09:16 AM) [jump to this story] |
Seahawks | Expected to have competition at FB Mon Jun 17, 06:33 PM
Seattle Seahawks FB Michael Robinson is expected to compete with RB Spencer Ware during training camp for the starting fullback job.
| Footballguys view: Robinson has the experience and is a versatile player who can be used effectively as a blocker, runner, or receiver out of the backfield. Ware is a rookie from LSU who is a powerful inside runner with good vision and patience when running the ball. |
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Packers | Desmond Bishop not ruling out return Mon Jun 17, 06:31 PM
Free-agent LB Desmond Bishop (Packers) did not rule out the possibility of re-signing with the Green Bay Packers if he is not able to find the compensation he is looking for from another team.
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NFL | Desmond Bishop says he is 100 percent Mon Jun 17, 06:23 PM
Free-agent LB Desmond Bishop (hamstring) said he has completely recovered from the hamstring tear he suffered during the preseason in 2012.
| Footballguys view: If that's the case then Bishop should be able to find employment quickly. He's a stud ILB when healthy and should have several teams interested in his services. Teams like the Raiders, Chiefs, and Vikings may have the most interest. |
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Packers | Brad Jones likely to be starter Mon Jun 17, 06:18 PM
Green Bay Packers LB Brad Jones is likely to be a starter for the team this year after they released LB Desmond Bishop Monday, June 17.
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Steelers | Heath Miller likes TE corps Mon Jun 17, 06:14 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Heath Miller (knee) said he likes the tight ends on the roster and believes they can all contribute to the team. 'We have a really good room, a lot of capable guys in there,' Miller said. 'I think maybe one of the best top to bottom that I've been starting camp with. Hopefully we'll be able to keep everybody healthy, and I think everybody is capable of contributing and doing a good job.'
| Footballguys view: Miller may not be ready for the start of the regular season. He may begin the season on the PUP list if the team feels like he needs some extra time to heal. Matt Spaeth will be the Steelers starting TE while Miller is out. |
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Ravens | Happy with Bryant McKinnie's conditioning Mon Jun 17, 06:08 PM
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said OT Bryant McKinnie did well during offseason workouts and is happy that McKinnie is working on his conditioning. 'Bryant did a really good job,' Harbaugh said. 'He moved really well in this camp, as well as he moved at the end of the year last year when he started practicing so well and playing so well. He looks healthy, and he will continue to work on his conditioning. He seems to be very committed. Love the way he's playing and his effort.'
| Footballguys view: McKinnie is a quality player but has battled weight problems for his entire career. The team's starting left tackle seems to have his weight under control right now. |
Seahawks | John Moffitt pleads guilty Mon Jun 17, 06:07 PM
Seattle Seahawks OG John Moffitt pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct. He received a suspended sentence of 24 months in jail and was ordered to pay a $1,407 fine.
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Chiefs | Could show interest in Desmond Bishop Mon Jun 17, 05:47 PM
The Kansas City Chiefs could show interest in free-agent LB Desmond Bishop (Packers) because general manager John Dorsey was with the Green Bay Packers when Bishop was there.
| Footballguys view: The move would make a lot of sense for the Chiefs. Bishop just needs to prove that he's healthy after the severe hamstring injury that cost him all of last season. He would be an upgrade for the Chiefs at the ILB spot opposite Derrick Johnson. |
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Titans | WR Washington is 'our leader' says Munchak Mon Jun 17, 05:38 PM
Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Munchak ended speculation the team would trade or release WR Nate Washington when he called him 'our leader' in a recent press conference. "He is our leader. We know how thin that position can get real quickly, and we have a good group to watch," Munchak said. "Nate is very much in our plans."
| Footballguys view: With Washington in their plans this season it will limit the number of targets for rookie WR Justin Hunter (Tennessee). Washington will work as the team's third WR behind Kenny Britt and Kendall Wright. |
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Chiefs | Coaches 'had a word' with Bowe about lofty goals Mon Jun 17, 05:32 PM
Kansas City Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe has set lofty goals for this season. He wants to lead the NFL in receptions and receiving touchdowns in 2013. According to National Football Post a few Chiefs coaches 'had a word' with Bowe about that. They appreciate his goals but wanted to let the veteran receiver know the Andy Reid offense doesn't work that way.
| Footballguys view: The Chiefs are not discouraging Bowe here just alerting him to the design of the offense. Reid will spread the ball around to different receivers and take what the defense gives. Bowe is still a strong fantasy WR2 with WR1 upside in 2013. His current ADP is WR15 and he's coming off the board at 4.09. |
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Cowboys | Jay Ratliff expects to be fine in new scheme Mon Jun 17, 05:32 PM
Dallas Cowboys DT Jay Ratliff said he expects to fit in the team's new 4-3 defensive alignment. 'At the end of the day, it's football,' Ratliff said. 'We've played the 3-4 all these years but we had a nickel package. This adjustment shouldn't be a problem. It's not that much of a difference.' Ratliff is moving from nose tackle to defensive tackle.
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Lions | Leshoure needs to be more consistent Mon Jun 17, 05:26 PM
Detroit Lions RB Mikel Leshoure knows that he needs to be more consistent this year. "I've just got to get healthy," Leshoure said. "Last year I was just dealing with a lot of things, nagging injuries weren't where they needed to be coming off the first year of my injuries. I've just got to get healthy and consistency will come when you're healthy."
| Footballguys view: Leshoure has already lost his job as the starter to free agent addition Reggie Bush. If he doesn't stay healthy and provide a more consistent production level he may lose his backup job to Joique Bell. |
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Packers | RB Green the starter through much of OTAs Mon Jun 17, 05:22 PM
Green Bay Packers RB Alex Green has been working as the starter through much of the team's offseason program. He's competing with rookies Eddie Lacy (Alabama) and Johnathan Franklin (UCLA) for the starting job in 2013.
| Footballguys view: Lacy is expected to win the starting job during training camp. Green had a chance last year to prove himself as the starter but failed to impress. Lacy was drafted in the second-round of the 2013 NFL draft to be the workhorse the team has been missing for years. We like Lacy as a RB3 with RB2 upside this season. Durability is a huge concern with Lacy and he'll need to stay healthy in order to play up to his potential. |
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Jets | Geno Smith having trouble adjusting to new system Mon Jun 17, 05:18 PM
New York Jets quarterbacks coach David Lee said QB Geno Smith has had some trouble adjusting to the West Coast offense during offseason workouts because it is nothing like what he did at West Virginia. Head coach Rex Ryan said he believes Smith will show improvement once training camp starts. 'His steps - dropbacks - his mechanics footwork wise weren't dialed in the way they'll have to be at this level. I think some of that is your five and seven step drops, it's all new to him. But sometimes you can't even notice it. Because when he's on, the guy is absolutely terrific. We knew that it's not an easy process but it's one that I have confidence that when we get to Cortland, I think when the thing goes I think you're going to see the guy keep improving and improving and improving,' Ryan said.
| Footballguys view: The rookie is competing with Mark Sanchez to be the team's starter in 2013. We'll see the two battle in training camp for that job. Smith is more athletic than Sanchez and is incredibly intelligent. Falling to the second-round has put a chip on Smith's shoulder and he wants to prove the doubters wrong. Even if he doesn't win the job at the start of the year we expect him to take over for Sanchez at some point in 2013. |
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Rams | RB Richardson working towards bigger role Mon Jun 17, 05:18 PM
St. Louis Rams second-year RB Daryl Richardson is ready for competition for the starting job in training camp. "I'm definitely working toward a bigger role,'' Richardson said. "I'm excited about getting a chance to show the coaching staff what I can do. I definitely feel like I can be the starter, but I guess that's something that will be decided in training camp. We're all friends, working to push each other and to make each other better, but we're also all trying to be that No. 1 guy.''
| Footballguys view: The team is going to use a form of a RBBC but Richardson is likely to be their big play back. Rookie Zac Stacy (Vanderbilt) could win the job as the team's hammer as he can grind down opponents between the tackles. Second-year back Isaiah Pead is in the mix as well but will miss one game due to violating the league's substance abuse policy. |
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Vikings | Desmond Bishop to visit Mon Jun 17, 05:18 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent LB Desmond Bishop (Packers) said he is scheduled to meet with the Minnesota Vikings Tuesday, June 18.
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Cowboys | Rookie RB Randle had two thumb surgeries Mon Jun 17, 05:08 PM
Dallas Cowboys rookie RB Joseph Randle (Oklahoma State) actually had two thumb surgeries this offseason. Randle has missed all of the team's offseason workouts with this injury but will be wearing a brace for training camp. "I'm just going to have a little brace on there, but I'm going to be good to go [after getting the cast removed]." Randle said.
| Footballguys view: Randle was drafted to be the primary backup behind starter Demarco Murray. He'll compete with Phillip Tanner and Lance Dunbar for that job. Randle is a speedy back (straight line) but lacks the creativity and explosion of top level backs. |
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Buccaneers | Jeremy Lewis cut Mon Jun 17, 05:05 PM
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have released OG Jeremy Lewis.
Link to story Packers | Desmond Bishop released Mon Jun 17, 05:04 PM
The Green Bay Packers have officially released LB Desmond Bishop.
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Lions | Dominique Curry cut Mon Jun 17, 05:02 PM
The Detroit Lions have released TE Dominique Curry.
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Patriots | George Winn signed Mon Jun 17, 05:01 PM
The New England Patriots have signed free-agent RB George Winn (Texans). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Winn is a good all-around back who was productive in his final season in college at Cincinnati. He runs with a good head of steam but is rigid as a runner and more of a north/south back. He led the Big East with six 100-yard games in 2012. Winn lacks explosiveness and is most likely just a camp body for the Patriots. |
Cowboys | Miles Austin thinks rest helped hamstrings Mon Jun 17, 04:01 PM
Dallas Cowboys WR Miles Austin said he believes sitting out some practices during organized team activities and minicamp helped him not overwork his hamstrings. Austin has dealt with hamstring problems the last few seasons.
| Footballguys view: "It's one of those things where, you can't not do it and then do it and tell the difference," Austin said last week at Valley Ranch as the team wrapped up the offseason. "But I feel good now." Good news for the Cowboys here. Austin is a great value if he can stay healthy in 2013. His current ADP is WR36 and he's coming off the board at 8.07 in 12 team fantasy leagues. |
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Jets | Travis Tripucka cut Mon Jun 17, 03:46 PM
The New York Jets have released LS Travis Tripucka.
Link to story Vikings | Could meet with Desmond Bishop Mon Jun 17, 03:46 PM
The Minnesota Vikings are expected to meet with free-agent LB Desmond Bishop (Packers) if he clears waivers.
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Lions | Ryan Broyles expected to be No. 3 WR Mon Jun 17, 03:40 PM
Detroit Lions WR Ryan Broyles (knee) is expected to be the No. 3 wide receiver behind WRs Calvin Johnson and Nate Burleson this season.
| Footballguys view: If Broyles is healthy he could be a big playmaker for the Lions. He's got incredible speed and run after the catch ability but is coming off his second knee injury in two years. |
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Eagles | Jason Kelce recovered from surgery Mon Jun 17, 03:20 PM
Philadelphia Eagles C Jason Kelce (knee) has fully recovered from the knee surgery he has this offseason.
Link to story Patriots | Marquice Cole gets time at safety Mon Jun 17, 03:06 PM
New England Patriots CB Marquice Cole received some reps at safety during offseason workouts because some of the safeties on the roster were not cleared to practice fully.
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Patriots | Brandon Bolden unable to participate in workouts Mon Jun 17, 03:06 PM
New England Patriots RB Brandon Bolden (foot) was not able to participate in any of the team's workouts this offseason because of a foot injury.
| Footballguys view: Bad news for Bolden here. He could be on the roster bubble as the team traded for big power back LeGarrette Blount earlier this offseason. Blount has a 1,000 yard season under his belt and could easily give the team the short yardage and power back they desire. |
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Packers | Desmond Bishop to be cut Mon Jun 17, 02:58 PM
The Green Bay Packers will release LB Desmond Bishop.
| Footballguys view: The two sides couldn't agree on a paycut so Bishop hits the open market. He missed all of 2012 with a hamstring injury and will need to prove that he's healthy before latching on with a new team. Bishop can make plays when at full strength and is now one of the best players available in free agency. A team like the Chiefs could be interested. In Kansas City he would be reunited with new GM (and former Packers executive) John Dorsey. The Raiders could also have interest in Bishop. |
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Browns | Jordan Cameron working on becoming starter Mon Jun 17, 02:42 PM
Cleveland Browns TE Jordan Cameron said he has been working on becoming the team's starting tight end this season and has been learning offensive coordinator Norv Turner's scheme. 'It's just having the mindset that I'm going to be the guy, try and take over this role,' Cameron said. 'The confidence is huge with that, and I think I get more confidence every day, learning new things. With [tight ends coach Jon Embree], he really knows the details and how to make you a better player, whether it be blocking or positioning or route-running.' Cameron said the new offense is allowing tight ends to run deep routes.
| Footballguys view: Cameron has been waiting for his opportunity and he'll get a chance to start this year. The former USC basketball star entered the NFL with less than 20 college receptions. He's not quite Jimmy Graham but like most basketball converts Cameron knows how to 'box out' defenders. New OC Norv Turner did great things with Antonio Gates (Chargers) and will craft an offense that is friendly for Cameron. We love his upside as a potential as a TE2 with TE1 upside. Cameron's current ADP is TE20 and he's coming off the board at 14.01 in 12 team leagues. |
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Lions | Matt Veldman signed Mon Jun 17, 02:37 PM
The Detroit Lions have signed free-agent TE Matt Veldman (Jaguars). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.
Link to story Cowboys | Believe Joseph Randle can be full-time RB if needed Mon Jun 17, 02:16 PM
The Dallas Cowboys believe RB Joseph Randle can be a full-time running back if something happened to RB DeMarco Murray. Randle will have to compete with RBs Lance Dunbar and Phillip Tanner for the No. 2 running back job during training camp.
| Footballguys view: We don't see Randle having any trouble winning the team's RB2 spot behind Murray. Randle has good straight line speed but isn't creative or elusive in the open field. He's not the biggest back so if he were to get an increased workload we might see him split time in some sort of RBBC. Randle is an important player for Murray owners to handcuff if you've got the roster space. |
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Cowboys | Three linemen expected to be ready for camp Mon Jun 17, 02:12 PM
Dallas Cowboys OG Mackenzy Bernadeau (shoulder), OG Nate Livings (knee) and OT Jermey Parnell (hamstring) are expected to be ready for the start of training camp. All three missed some offseason workouts because of injuries.
Link to story Cowboys | Tony Romo expected to be 100 percent next week Mon Jun 17, 02:12 PM
Dallas Cowboys QB Tony Romo (back) is expected to be fully recovered from his back surgery next week and will try to throw some passes to the remaining players at the team's facility.
| Footballguys view: Great news for the Cowboys here. When Romo had the surgery to remove a cyst from his back the team felt he would be 100 percent healthy by the start of training camp. |
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Broncos | Balance may hurt Wes Welker's numbers Mon Jun 17, 01:14 PM
The Denver Post's Mike Klis estimates that the Denver Broncos' passing offense would reach its peak if Demaryius Thomas gets 85 receptions and Eric Decker and Wes Welker each net around 75. Klis contends that the strength of this passing attack must continue to stem from outside receivers.
| Footballguys view: Nobody expects Welker to duplicate the numbers he had with the Patriots. However, he should still be an every week fantasy starter. The Broncos are going to use an up tempo offense to keep defenses on their heels in 2013. The Denver Post puts his ideal number around 75 catches but we wouldn't be surprised to see Welker with 90 catches in 2013. |
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49ers | Kyle Williams early favorite for X spot Mon Jun 17, 01:11 PM
San Francisco 49ers WR Kyle Williams is the pre-training-camp favorite for the 'X' wide receiver spot, ahead of A.J. Jenkins, who holds the slot advantage, and others.
| Footballguys view: The 'X' receiver is the split end who lines up on the line of scrimmage furthest away from the tight end. On the line Williams can be jammed by the cornerback at the snap. He'll have to prove he can consistently beat the jam with quickness and speed to get into his route. We'll see Anquan Boldin as the 'Z' receiver (flanker) lined up a yard or two off the line on the opposite side of the field. |
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Lions | Ryan Broyles expects to start on time Mon Jun 17, 01:08 PM
Detroit Lions WR Ryan Broyles (knee) expects to be ready for the 2013 season as he continues rehabbing the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. He participated fully in all three days he was active for Detroit's minicamp last week. Broyles said he learned how to take more care this time because he had experience in tearing his left knee back in 2011 at Oklahoma.
| Footballguys view: Great news for the Lions here. Broyles is a fantastic talent when healthy and gives the Lions yet another dangerous weapon in the passing game. If healthy take a flier on Broyles late in your draft. His current ADP is WR54 and he's coming off the board at 13.05 in 12 team PPR leagues. |
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NFL | Chad Johnson released from jail Mon Jun 17, 12:47 PM
Free-agent WR Chad Johnson (Dolphins) was released from jail in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., on Monday, June 17, after apologize for his inappropriate behavior during a court hearing the previous week. Broward County Circuit Judge Kathleen McHugh cut his 30-day sentence after hearing his apology but ordered him to perform 25 hours of community service and attend twice-a-week domestic violence counseling sessions as part of his probation, which she extended three months from its initial sentence, through mid-October.
| Footballguys view: Judge McHugh should watch football sometime. Patting a teammate, or coach, on the butt is just what football players do. This legal trouble won't help him latch on with another team. Johnson's days in the league are likely over. |
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NFL | Donald Driver would return for Packers Mon Jun 17, 12:14 PM
Retired WR Donald Driver said Sunday, June 16, that he would come out of retirement if the Green Bay Packers contacted him to do so, but he wouldn't for any other club.
| Footballguys view: The Packers will keep that in mind in case of emergency. They have one of the best WR corps in the league but could use Driver in case they suffer injuries at the position. |
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Falcons | Robert Alford signs Mon Jun 17, 11:38 AM
The Atlanta Falcons signed second-round pick CB Robert Alford to a four-year, $3.4 million deal.
| Footballguys view: Alford is a competitive player with good balance and agility to stay with receivers downfield. He's not afraid of helping out in run support and can play close to the line of scrimmage. Alford missed the 2010 season with a shoulder injury and durability is a concern given his aggressive style of play. |
Bears | Devin Hester competing Mon Jun 17, 11:06 AM
Chicago Bears KR Devin Hester is competing to keep his job as the primary kick returner. WR Earl Bennett is also fielding kicks, and at age 31, Hester could become a salary cap casualty.
| Footballguys view: We doubt Bennett beats out Hester for that position. The team has moved Hester out of the mix at WR so he can focus solely on being a return man. Hester has a $2.9MM cap number this year. There's only $833k of dead money in that contract, so if the team cut Hester they would save $2.1MM. |
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Titans | More on Justin Hunter Mon Jun 17, 10:52 AM
Updating previous reports, Tennessee Titans WR Justin Hunter has base salaries of $405,000, $651,552, $898.104 and $1,144,656 in his four-year deal.
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Texans | Arian Foster says he should be ready Mon Jun 17, 10:04 AM
Houston Texans RB Arian Foster (calf) said he'll most likely be ready for training camp.
| Footballguys view: Good news for the Texans here. Fantasy owners can breathe a sigh of relief if Foster is good to go for training camp. He had durability issues in college but as a pro he's only missed three games in three years. Foster is a top 5 fantasy pick if healthy by the time your fantasy draft takes place. |
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Ravens | Ray Rice ready to lead Mon Jun 17, 08:47 AM
Baltimore Ravens RB Ray Rice said he's ready to step into a leadership role for the team. 'A leadership role is something I definitely don't mind taking upon now, because I was mentored by one of the greatest leaders probably ever to play the game in Ray Lewis,' Rice said. 'A lot of his leading was by example, and when he spoke, everybody listened because they had that respect for him. So I think being a leader comes with how much respect people have for you. These guys look at the way I work and they understand that my actions are going to show on the field.'
| Footballguys view: The team has a huge void in the leadership department. Having Rice or QB Joe Flacco step into that role will be huge for the Ravens. They lost many players this offseason but have reloaded and are ready to make another deep playoff run in 2013. |
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Steelers | Matt Spaeth understands role Sun Jun 16, 11:45 PM
Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers TE Matt Spaeth might start the regular season as a starter if TE Heath Miller (knee) is not ready. However, he is considered a strong blocking tight end, which would help trigger the running back. He understands he probably won't see the ball as much as Miller did even as a starter. 'I'm a role guy, and I know I've got a role, and I never worry about how many balls are being thrown to me,' Spaeth said.
| Footballguys view: Spaeth is a seasoned veteran who returns to the Steelers after two seasons with the Bears. He's not an exciting fantasy option even if he gets extra playing time while Miller recovers. |
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Steelers | Heath Miller might not be ready for opener Sun Jun 16, 11:44 PM
Pittsburgh Steelers TE Heath Miller (knee) is out indefinitely following knee surgery, and there is a strong chance he will not be ready for the start of the regular season.
| Footballguys view: This was expected and fantasy owners have adjusted their drafts accordingly. Miller's current ADP is TE16 and he's coming off the board at 13.05 in 12 team PPR leagues. He was the fourth best TE in fantasy football last year and will be a big part of the offense once again when he's ready. Miller could begin the season on the PUP list if he's behind in his recovery from his January 2nd knee surgery. |
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Rams | Brian Quick tumbling down depth chart? Sun Jun 16, 11:44 PM
St. Louis Rams WR Brian Quick reportedly had a disappointing spring, and he tumbled down the unofficial depth chart, working as the No. 4 receiver as organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp ended. However, it is believed the rookie Tavon Austin, Chris Givens and Austin Pettis just had better practices, as offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer had good words for Quick. '(Quick's) doing a lot better. He's stepped up this year. He's just much more comfortable,' Schottenheimer said.
| Footballguys view: This contradicts an earlier report from Tony Softli where Quick was impressing in OTAs. Either way Quick has more competition at the WR position since the team added both Tavon Austin and Stedman Bailey in the 2013 NFL draft. Quick disappointed last year after the team spent a 2012 second-round pick on him. |
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Rams | Tavon Austin works as starter Sun Jun 16, 11:43 PM
St. Louis Rams WR Tavon Austin was working as the starting slot receiver at the end of spring practices.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. The Rams are expecting big things from the rookie. Austin reminds many in the scouting community of Randall Cobb (Packers) because of his speed, quickness, and run after the catch ability. |
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Rams | Two finish as starting WRs after spring Sun Jun 16, 11:42 PM
St. Louis Rams WRs Austin Pettis and Chris Givens were working as the starting outside wide receivers as spring practices wound down.
| Footballguys view: Good news for Pettis here. Givens was impressive last year as a rookie and was the primary deep target for the Rams in 2012. Pettis has struggled during his pro career but it sounds like he's on the right track now. We love how the Rams have upgraded their weapons this offseason. They'll have a much more explosive offense in 2013. |
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Packers | DuJuan Harris vows to be ready Sun Jun 16, 11:41 PM
Green Bay Packers RB DuJuan Harris (lung) vows to be ready for the first day of training camp July 26. He had a 'grapefruit'-sized, non-cancerous cyst removed from his lung. 'I'll be ready,' Harris said over the weekend. 'I'll be there.'
| Footballguys view: Harris needs to stay healthy if he wants to establish as spot on the depth chart. He could win the change of pace job behind rookie Eddie Lacy (Alabama). Harris is a good receiver out of the backfield and can make plays in space. Lacy is a banger between the tackles but has the footwork to eat up chunks of yardage in a hurry. Harris will have to compete with rookie Johnathan Franklin (UCLA) to be the primary backup behind Lacy. |
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