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Broncos | Looking like Orton will not play Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 07:49 PM
Mike Klis, of The Denver Post, reports, as of Saturday, Nov. 21, Denver Broncos QB Kyle Orton's (ankle) ankle has not healed enough to be able to play in Week 11. All signs are pointing to QB Chris Simms starting the game.
| Our view: Bad news for the Broncos. Even if Chris Simms plays twice as good as he did in the second half last week, it won't be nearly good enough to beat the Chargers, because Simms played as bad as Derek Anderson or JaMarcus Russell at their worst. |
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Titans | Gage out for Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 06:21 PM
TitansOnline.com reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Saturday, Nov. 21. He has been ruled out for the team's Week 11 game.
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Texans | Casey probable for Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 06:11 PM
HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans TE James Casey (knee) fully participated in practice Saturday, Nov. 21. He is listed as probable for Week 11.
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Texans | J. Jones questionable for Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 06:07 PM
HoustonTexans.com reports Houston Texans WR Jacoby Jones (calf) was limited during practice Saturday, Nov. 21. He is listed as questionable for Week 11.
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Browns | Agent says Cribbs will play Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 05:31 PM
NFL.com reports J.R. Rickert, agent for Cleveland Browns WR Josh Cribbs (neck), said Cribbs will be able to play in Week 11.
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Ravens | McGahee expected to see playing time Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 04:45 PM
Aaron Wilson, of the Carroll County Times, reports Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said there is a good chance RB Willis McGahee will see some playing time in Week 11. 'We like Willis,' Harbaugh said. 'Willis is a very good player. I think there's a good chance you'll see a lot of Willis this weekend.'
| Our view: The Ravens defense has to stop Peyton Manning for Harbaugh's wishes to come true, so we wouldn't automatically count on 15+ touches for McGahee. |
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Texans | Slaton to start in Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 04:06 PM
John McClain, of the Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Steve Slaton will start at running back in Week 11.
| Our view: Steve Slaton is too talented to keep off the field, but he needs to keep his fumbling problem under control. The value of Ryan Moats obviously takes a hit here, but he's earned the right to get a few more touches than he was earlier this season. |
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Dolphins | Brown injury update Sat Nov 21, 12:33 PM
Harvey Fialkov and Omar Kelly, of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, report Miami Dolphins RB Ronnie Brown (foot) underwent surgery Friday, Nov. 20, to repair a Lisfranc fracture to his right foot and head coach Tony Sparano said the surgery 'went well.' Although it is uncertain how long Brown's recovery time will be, OG Donald Thomas suffered a similar injury in the opening game last year and began training four months later.
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Eagles | Westbrook injury update Sat Nov 21, 11:58 AM
Marcus Hayes, of the Philadelphia Daily News, reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (concussion) was not allowed to attend team meetings this week, in addition to sitting out practice due to a concussion. 'This is on the doctor's orders: Back off, let him rest, that's the plan the doctor had for him,' head coach Andy Reid said. 'Next week he can start going to meetings and some things. We'll see how he feels as he goes.'
| Our view: The Eagles will not examine Westbrook again until after the team's Week 12 game. If he's coming along nicely the team could decide to bring him back, or they could shut him down for the season. |
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Saints | Bush not travelling with team Sat Nov 21, 11:35 AM
Brett Martel, of The Associated Press, reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) is not traveling with the team for their Week 11 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to a person familiar with the decision. Bush is expected to return to practice next week.
| Our view: Bush had been experiencing swelling in his knee, and the Saints decided to play if safe with the injury. It's a knee bruise and not considered serious according to head coach Sean Payton. Expect a few more opportunities for Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell on the ground, but Bush's targets in the receiving game could be spread amongst all the receivers. |
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Saints | Three take reps as punt returners in practice Sat Nov 21, 11:03 AM
Mike Triplett, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints WR Devery Henderson, RB Pierre Thomas and FS Darren Sharper took reps in practice this week as punt returners in place of RB Reggie Bush (knee).
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Saints | Not ruling Bush out for Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 10:49 AM
Mike Triplett, of the New Orleans Times-Picayune, reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) was held out of practice Friday, Nov. 20 with a bruised left knee. However, head coach Sean Payton didn't rule him out of Week 11. 'It's a knee bruise. With that, there's swelling,' said Payton, who considers Bush's injury more of a temporary issue than a long-term concern despite Bush's history of more significant left knee injuries. 'It's just a matter of trying to keep it immobilized, ice, treatment, seeing where it's at tomorrow.' Whether or not he is active, Payton indicated that Bush might not be available to return punts.
| Our view: The Saints could limit Bush, but will have to see how his knee responds tomorrow. It's a great matchup against the Bucs this week, but we could see more of Pierre Thomas and Mike Bell. |
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Raiders | Bush to start in Week 11 Sat Nov 21, 10:06 AM
David White, of the San Francisco Chronicle, reports Oakland Raiders RB Michael Bush will remain the team's starting running back in Week 11. However, head coach Tom Cable is expected to go with the hot hand in a rotation with RBs Darren McFadden and Justin Fargas.
| Our view: Don't get too excited Bush owners - White said he still expects the "hot hand" approach, which means this situation will remain a moving target regardless of who starts. Bush did run with good pad level and power vs. the Chiefs, although he yielded to Justin Fargas at the goal line after his 60-yard run early in the game. He has the most value of any Raiders back, but that could change if Darren McFadden breaks off a few long runs of his own vs. the Bengals. |
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Raiders | Teammates are behind Gradkowski Sat Nov 21, 09:58 AM
Jerry McDonald, of ANG Newspapers, reports Oakland Raiders players are in support of QB Bruce Gradkowski and feel he gives the team the best chance to win at this point. 'Bruce gives us the best chance to win right now,' TE Zach Miller said. 'We've got to be out there and play better football than we have the last few games here.' RB Justin Fargas added that Gradkowski plays with passion. 'You want to make a play for your quarterback but when he shows that type of passion for the game, obviously guys are going to feed off it and try to give him that same effort,' Fargas said.
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Redskins | Portis visits with concussion specialists Sat Nov 21, 09:48 AM
Updating a previous item, ESPN.com reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) was at the University of Pittsburgh Friday, Nov. 20, to have his concussion evaluated by the same doctors who examined Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (concussion). Portis revealed the following on his status via Twitter: 'Hey fans! Trying to get healthy to finish the season strong, want to make sure there aren't lingering affects before returning to the field.'
| Our view: Portis was ineffective before the injury and Betts has moved the chains, so if you have Portis and Betts, the best outcome is probably IR for Portis so that Betts can be the unobstructed starter for the remainder of the season. |
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Saints | Death of Brees' mother ruled suicide Sat Nov 21, 09:14 AM
The Associated Press reports the death of New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees, Mina Brees, has been ruled a suicide. A coroner concluded this week that Brees died of a prescription drug overdose and ruled the death a suicide. Autopsy results too longer than three months to be released, but that is typical for cases involving toxicology tests.
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Browns | Jennings seeing more playing time Fri Nov 20, 10:14 PM
Tony Grossi, of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, reports Cleveland Browns RB Chris Jennings will see more playing time at the expense of RB Jamal Lewis and RB Jerome Harrison. Jennings saw seven carries in the team's Week 10 game. Lewis had 10 carries and Harrison never touched the ball. Head coach Eric Mangini said, "We wanted to take a look at Chris because I think he's earned a look based on the things that he's done and that was something that we did this past week. If he continues to progress in practice, I think that will continue to be the case." Lewis said Jennings has gotten more reps during practices this week.
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Jerome Harrison player page
Chargers | Gates practices Friday, will play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:49 PM
San Diego Chargers TE Antonio Gates (foot) practiced Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and will play.
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49ers | Eight expected to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:48 PM
Updating a previous item, Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers WR Isaac Bruce (ankle, elbow), RB Glen Coffee (concussion), DT Demetric Evans (shoulder), S Michael Lewis (quadriceps), RB Michael Robinson (personal), S Mark Roman (knee), DT Justin Smith (back) and OT Adam Snyder (shoulder) are expected to play in the team's Week 11 game.
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Justin Smith player page
Michael Robinson player page
Glen Coffee player page
49ers | Crabtree expected to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:48 PM
Updating a previous item, Matt Maiocco, of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers WR Michael Crabtree (knee) is expected to play in the team's Week 11 game.
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Raiders | Three miss practice Friday, out for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:23 PM
Oakland Raiders WR Nick Miller (tibia), WR Javon Walker (hamstring) and LB Ricky Brown (ankle) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20, and are out for Week 11.
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Raiders | Gradkowski no longer on injury report Fri Nov 20, 09:15 PM
Oakland Raiders QB Bruce Gradkowski (hamstring) is no longer listed on the team's injury report for Week 11.
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Cowboys | Three practice Friday, will play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:14 PM
Dallas Cowboys SS Gerald Sensabaugh (thumb), CB Mike Jenkins (arm) and PK David Buehler (toe) practiced Friday, Nov. 20. All three are listed as probable for Week 11 and will play.
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Cowboys | Barber practices Friday, will play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:08 PM
Dallas Cowboys RB Marion Barber III (thumb) practiced Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and will play.
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Saints | Two practice in full Friday, probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:06 PM
New Orleans Saints TE David Thomas (knee) and FS Darren Sharper (knee) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 20. Both players are listed as probable for Week 11 and are expected to play.
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Saints | Three miss practice, out for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:05 PM
New Orleans Saints WR Lance Moore (ankle), CB Jabari Greer (groin) and CB Tracy Porter (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20, and are out for Week 11.
| Our view: The Saints will be without both of their starting corners vs Tampa Bay, so rookie Josh Freeman could have success on Sunday. |
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Saints | Bush misses practice Friday, questionable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 09:05 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11, but he might not play in the game.
| Our view: Bush has lost multiple games in each of the last two seasons because of knee problems, and it looks like that trend could continue this year. |
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Patriots | Four limited Friday, expected to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 08:39 PM
New England Patriots WR Sam Aiken (hip), TE Chris Baker (shoulder), C Dan Koppen (knee) and WR Julian Edelman (forearm) were limited during the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. Each player is listed as questionable for Week 11 but are expected to play.
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Patriots | Watson practices Friday, probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 08:38 PM
New England Patriots RB TE Benjamin Watson (back) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to play.
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Patriots | Taylor misses practice Friday, out for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 08:38 PM
New England Patriots RB Fred Taylor (ankle) missed the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is out for Week 11.
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Patriots | S. Morris limited Friday, questionable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 08:38 PM
New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris (knee) was limited during the team's practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and will be a game-time decision.
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Patriots | Brady practices Friday, probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 08:01 PM
New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (shoulder) practiced in full Friday, Nov. 20, and he is listed as probable for Week 11.
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Titans | Gage misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:55 PM
Jim Wyatt, of The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans WR Justin Gage (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is considered doubtful for Week 11.
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Broncos | Jordan, Harris out for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:49 PM
Denver Broncos RB LaMont Jordan (back) and OT Ryan Harris (toe) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They have been ruled out for Week 11.
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Broncos | Lloyd probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:48 PM
Denver Broncos WR Brandon Lloyd (foot) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to be available.
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Broncos | Buckhalter probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:47 PM
Denver Broncos RB Correll Buckhalter (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to play.
| Our view: Buckhalter's knee isn't 100%, so expect Knowshon Moreno to get the majority of RB touches for the Broncos again this week. |
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Broncos | Marshall probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:45 PM
Denver Broncos WR Brandon Marshall (neck) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to play.
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Broncos | Orton misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:41 PM
Updating a previous report, Denver Broncos QB Kyle Orton (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11.
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Colts | Baskett probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:37 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Hank Baskett (illness) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to play.
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Colts | Snow probable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:36 PM
Indianapolis Colts TE Justin Snow (elbow) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and is expected to be available.
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Colts | Garcon questionable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:34 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Pierre Garcon (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 but said he will be able to play.
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Colts | Robinson questionable for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:33 PM
Indianapolis Colts FB Gijon Robinson (concussion) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and will be a game-time decision.
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Colts | Sorgi misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:32 PM
Indianapolis Colts QB Jim Sorgi (shoulder) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He will be the No. 3 quarterback in Week 11.
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Colts | Gonzalez out for Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:26 PM
Indianapolis Colts WR Anthony Gonzalez (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for Week 11.
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Seahawks | J. Jones misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:19 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Julius Jones (lung) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for Week 11.
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Texans | Casey practices Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:15 PM
Houston Texans TE James Casey (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He will be able to play in Week 11.
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Texans | J. Jones misses practice Friday Fri Nov 20, 06:13 PM
Houston Texans WR Jacoby Jones (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He hopes to be able to play in Week 11.
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Buccaneers | Winslow to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:10 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers TE Kellen Winslow (knee) will be able to play in Week 11.
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Buccaneers | Bryant to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:09 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) will be able to play in Week 11.
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Buccaneers | Williams to play Week 11 Fri Nov 20, 06:09 PM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Cadillac Williams (knee) will be able to play in Week 11.
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