| Name |
Status |
Note |
Recent Update |
| Victor Abiamiri, DE (PHI) |
probable |
Knee |
11/15/2009:Abiamiri is available, but with 11 tackles in five games thus far, his fantasy impact has been minimal. |
| Sam Aiken, WR (NE) |
questionable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:Even if Aiken plays Sunday, he'll have to fight for limited looks behind Randy Moss and Wes Welker. |
| Gerald Alexander, S (JAC) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
11/20/2009:The possibility that Alexander could play is one bit of good news for the Jags, who will be without defensive starters Rashean Mathis and likely Justin Durant this week. Check back with us Sunday if Alexander is one of your IDPs. |
| Andy Alleman, G (KC) |
doubtful |
Knee |
|
| Chris Baker, TE (NE) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
11/20/2009:Baker, who so far has taken a back seat to Ben Watson at the TE position, may have a fantasy-relevant game or two as the season winds down, but good luck guessing when that will happen. |
| Sam Baker, OT (ATL) |
probable |
Ankle |
|
| Tully Banta-Cain, DE (NE) |
questionable |
Abdomen |
11/20/2009:He's one of 13 Pats listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, and given that he only practiced once this week, you'll want to check his status Sunday if he is one of your IDPs. |
| Dominique Barber, S (HOU) |
questionable |
Ankle |
|
| Marion Barber, RB (DAL) |
probable |
Thumb |
11/20/2009:Barber should be fine on Sunday, but he was kept out of much of the fourth quarter last week when the Cowboys were in passing mode. He gets a tough matchup this week against Washington. |
| Josh Barrett, S (DEN) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
|
| Hank Baskett, WR (IND) |
probable |
Illness |
11/20/2009:In seven games for the Colts, Baskett has caught just one pass, so this news only really affects the Colts depth at wideout and special teams. |
| Cedric Benson, RB (CIN) |
doubtful |
Hip |
11/20/2009:Benson has called himself a game-time decision, but the doubtful tag suggests that he will very likely be out Sunday. Look for Bernard Scott to start Sunday, with Brian Leonard and newcomer Larry Johnson in the mix as well. |
| Bernard Berrian, WR (MIN) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Berrian was able to play last week and the hamstring didn't appear to be an issue so the questionable tag is a bit of a surprise. Watch his status before kickoff if you're considering him for your lineup. |
| Antoine Bethea, S (IND) |
questionable |
Foot |
11/20/2009: Bethea says he will play Sunday, but check back prior to kickoff to be sure. He's been racking up IDP numbers -- 64 tackles, two forced fumbles and three picks -- through nine games thus far. |
| Ladell Betts, RB (WAS) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/19/2009:The good news here is that Betts' owners won't have to factor in the possibility of Portis playing into their Week 11 lineup equation. Betts ran well in Week 10 against Denver, so look for him to be busy again Sunday, with Rock Cartwright and Quinton Ganther in the mix as well to a lesser degree. |
| Matt Birk, C (BAL) |
probable |
Neck |
|
| Desmond Bishop, LB (GB) |
probable |
Ankle |
|
| Dwayne Bowe, WR (KC) |
Out |
Suspension |
11/17/2009:This is a very tough break for Bowe owners, who will now be without the Chiefs' top wideout until Week 15. Bowe has averaged 8.8 fantasy points per game this season, ranking him 22nd among all NFL receivers. Look for Chris Chambers and Lance Long to see extra targets as the Chiefs' offense looks to get by without Bowe. |
| David Bowens, LB (CLE) |
probable |
Knee |
11/16/2009:He should see an increase in stats now that he's moved to the inside. |
| Ron Brace, DT (NE) |
questionable |
Ankle |
|
| Ahmad Bradshaw, RB (NYG) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Bradshaw got more touches than Brandon Jacobs last week, but he averaged just 2.8 yards per carry. Expect the scales to tip back in Jacobs' favor this week. |
| Tom Brady, QB (NE) |
probable |
Shoulder |
11/15/2009:Some questionable clock management at the end of the game hurt the Pats in real terms, but from a fantasy perspective, the offense was in high gear. Specific to Brady, though he was sacked twice, he did show good pocket awareness, footwork and arm strength, all good traits for a QB bouncing back from a major knee injury. |
| Steve Breaston, WR (ARZ) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:He has been a fixture on the Cardinals' injury reports this season, but he participated in all of this week's practices and he should be available for normal duty as the Cardinals' third receiver and top punt returner on Sunday. |
| Ricky Brown, LB (OAK) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Sheldon Brown, CB (PHI) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Despite the questionable tag, Brown is optimistic that he will play. "I have two days and the good thing about it is it's Sunday night, so I have all day to rehab, too," he said. Nonetheless, the uncertainty should lead you to roll with a safer fantasy option this week. |
| Isaac Bruce, WR (SF) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Bruce should play, but he won't start, which negates any slight fantasy value he had this year. He's been surpassed on the depth chart by Josh Morgan and Jason Hill. |
| Antonio Bryant, WR (TB) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Bryant participated in his third consecutive practice Friday, and while coach Raheem Morris didn't say that the wideout's return was a certainty, it looks like he'll be able to give it a go Sunday, barring a setback. "He looked decent, Morris said. "He's looked as good as he's looked all year as far as coming out to practice. You've got to get him into the game and see where we can go from there." |
| Phillip Buchanon, CB (DET) |
probable |
Knee |
11/16/2009:Buchanon left the game for a short time Sunday with an injury, but he was able to return. The Lions sustained a number of injuries Sunday in the secondary, so they'll lean heavily on the veteran. |
| Correll Buckhalter, RB (DEN) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:It looks like Buckhalter will be fine this weekend, but he has clearly taken a backseat to rookie Knowshon Moreno in recent weeks. |
| David Buehler, K (DAL) |
probable |
Toe |
|
| Reggie Bush, RB (NO) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Coach Sean Payton said that Bush knows the offense well enough to play without practicing all week, but also cautioned that he doesn't want to risk a setback. Because New Orleans plays in the early wave of games on Sunday, we'll have official word on Bush's status Sunday morning. At this point, we're not overly optimistic. |
| Jairus Byrd, S (BUF) |
questionable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:It's been bothering him for a while now but he's been able to give it a go each Sunday -- and effectively -- so we'd have to say Byrd is on the better side of questionable. |
| James Casey, TE (HOU) |
probable |
Knee |
11/19/2009:It looks like Casey will be fine for Monday's game against the Titans. With Owen Daniels out for the year, Casey has a chance to carve out a pass-catching role, but we'd like to see him get a full and productive game in before endorsing him as a fantasy option. |
| Brandon Chillar, LB (GB) |
probable |
Hand |
11/15/2009:This is a bit of a surprise because Chillar's prospects looked dim at the beginning of the week, but the Packers' banged-up linebacker corps will welcome Chillar's presence. |
| Desmond Clark, TE (CHI) |
doubtful |
Neck |
11/20/2009:Greg Olsen, who was already getting most of the tight end targets, should be used even more heavily as a result. |
| Nate Clements, CB (SF) |
Out |
Shoulder |
|
| Glen Coffee, RB (SF) |
probable |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:Coffee missed a week, but he'll resume his backup role on Sunday. |
| Erik Coleman, FS (ATL) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Coleman has been a huge source of tackles recently, but his uncertain status means you'll need to check back Sunday morning before starting him. Luckily, the Falcons play in the early slate of games, so we'll have final confirmation in plenty of time for you to adjust your lineup accordingly. |
| Kenyon Coleman, DE (CLE) |
probable |
Groin |
|
| Laveranues Coles, WR (CIN) |
probable |
Head |
11/20/2009:It looks safe to roll with Coles, who has 11 catches over his last two games, as you normally would. |
| Marc Colombo, T (DAL) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/16/2009:Colombo is done for the rest of the regular season, but he hopes to return to action if the Cowboys make a run in the playoffs. The injury hurts an already shaky Dallas offensive line. |
| Chris Cooley, TE (WAS) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Cooley is set to visit with a doctor on Monday, which should help determine whether he'll be available for Week 12. |
| Torrie Cox, CB (TB) |
probable |
Not Injury Related |
|
| Michael Crabtree, WR (SF) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Crabtree's knee won't be a problem; he practiced fully all week. The bigger concern is Green Bay's sixth-ranked pass defense, which nearly posted a shutout against the surging Cowboys last weekend. |
| Josh Cribbs, WR (CLE) |
questionable |
Neck |
11/20/2009:One of these teams is going to leave the field Sunday with 2-8 record and having Cribbs out there Sunday will definitely help the Browns' chances. He's a dangerous weapon, especially in the return game, but so far that hasn't translated into reliable fantasy production. |
| Chris Crocker, S (CIN) |
questionable |
Calf |
11/20/2009:"I feel like I'm ready to go," Crocker said Friday, but check back on his status Sunday if he is one of your IDPs. |
| Kevin Curtis, WR (PHI) |
Out |
Knee |
11/18/2009:Curtis has not played since Week 2 and there's no word on whether he'll be ready to return anytime soon. You're unlikely to get much, if any, production out of him the rest of the way. |
| Brian Cushing, LB (HOU) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:Cushing has been playing through his foot issues for weeks now and with the Texans coming off a bye, we expect him to be fine for Monday's game against the Titans. |
| Karlos Dansby, LB (ARZ) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
11/20/2009:He was a limited participant in all of this week's practices and he should be in the Cardinals' starting lineup on Sunday at St. Louis. |
| Carey Davis, FB (PIT) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Once healthy, the fullback may see the occasional carry, but not enough to warrant fantasy consideration. |
| Louis Delmas, S (DET) |
probable |
Tooth |
11/20/2009:Delmas was active last week, but barely played thanks to an infected tooth. He should get more time on the field Sunday. |
| Quintin Demps, S (PHI) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Jordon Dizon, LB (DET) |
probable |
Neck |
|
| Tim Dobbins, LB (SD) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:We'll see what Dobbins can do in his return, but he had shown some flashes of IDP worth prior to suffering his injury. Overall, he has 33 tackles, a sack and an interception in seven games thus far. |
| Justin Durant, LB (JAC) |
doubtful |
Head |
11/20/2009:Look for Russell Allen to get the start in Durant's place Sunday. |
| Julian Edelman, WR (NE) |
questionable |
Forearm |
11/20/2009:Edelman was able to play with a cast on his forearm last weekend, which we expect to be the case again on Sunday. |
| Greg Ellis, DE (OAK) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:He's officially listed as questionable, so check back with us Sunday if Ellis is someone you'd normally rely on. |
| Sedrick Ellis, DT (NO) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Getting Ellis back would be huge for the Saints, who have allowed a 100-yard rusher in each of the three games he's missed. |
| Shaun Ellis, DE (NYJ) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Ellis, who has 30 tackles and 2.5 sacks (two of which came in Week 8 against Miami) thus far, should be fine to be out there and try to get after Tom Brady on Sunday. |
| Hiram Eugene, FS (OAK) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Eugene will backup Michael Huff at free safety and see some action on special teams. |
| Demetric Evans, DE (SF) |
probable |
Shoulder |
|
| Anthony Fasano, TE (MIA) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/18/2009:As a result, Joey Haynos and Kory Sperry, who both had three catches Sunday, will handle the Dolphins' TE duties in Week 11. |
| Brett Favre, QB (MIN) |
probable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:He was able to practice all week, so this really shouldn't be a concern. |
| A.J. Feeley, QB (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
|
| Jerome Felton, FB (DET) |
probable |
Ankle |
|
| Jermichael Finley, TE (GB) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:It's probably safe to use Finley if you're in a bind, but we'd recommend waiting a week to see how he fares in his first game back. |
| Brian Finneran, WR (ATL) |
Out |
Knee |
11/15/2009:Hopefully Finneran and his eight catches are nowhere near your fantasy roster to begin with. |
| Joe Flacco, QB (BAL) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Flacco hasn't missed any practice time, underlining that whatever is ailing his knee is minor. He'll take aim at a banged-up Colts' secondary this week that will be starting two rookie cornerbacks. |
| Larry Foote, LB (DET) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Foote should be available on Sunday if you need him. |
| Eric Foster, DT (IND) |
questionable |
Back |
11/20/2009:We expect he'll be okay after practicing Friday, but with just 17 tackles and half a sack through nine games, he's fantasy outlier. |
| Aaron Francisco, S (IND) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Dwight Freeney, DE (IND) |
questionable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:We expect Freeney to be good to go Sunday, but check back prior to kickoff to be sure if he is one of your IDPs. |
| Justin Gage, WR (TEN) |
questionable |
Back |
11/20/2009:We'll have to see where Gage is listed Saturday, but it's not looking good for him for Monday's game against the Texans. |
| Mike Gandy, OT (ARZ) |
questionable |
Pelvis |
11/20/2009:He's probably the shakiest member of the Cardinals' offensive line, but he has the toughest job as quarterback Kurt Warner's blindside protector. Gandy is usually forced into one-on-one situations because the Cardinals send a lot of receivers downfield and don't typically leave a lot of blocking support in the backfield. He is expected to make his 74th-straight regular-season start on Sunday. |
| Pierre Garcon, WR (IND) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:He missed Wednesday's practice, but fully participated on Thursday and Friday. He should play despite the questionable tag as the Colts rarely use the probable tag. |
| Antonio Gates, TE (SD) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:It's safe to start Gates as you normally would this week. |
| Vernon Gholston, DE (NYJ) |
Out |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Gholston is pretty close to being a sunk cost right now for the Jets. Get out the bust file, it's time for another entry. |
| Chris Gocong, LB (PHI) |
probable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Gocong practiced all week and isn't expected to have any limitations against the Bears. |
| Charles Godfrey, S (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/19/2009:Sherrod Martin will again start at free safety for the Panthers. |
| Anthony Gonzalez, WR (IND) |
Out |
Knee |
11/20/2009:After spraining a PCL ligament in his right knee in Week 1, Gonzalez had a setback and underwent arthroscopic surgery on his right knee on Nov. 6. It sounds like Gonzalez believes he can return this season, but fantasy owners shouldn't count on him playing again. It's not clear what role he'd have if he returned with the development of Austin Collie and Pierre Garcon. |
| Tavares Gooden, LB (BAL) |
probable |
Head |
11/20/2009:With 29 tackles in eight games, Gooden is firmly on the fantasy bubble, as been unable to match the production of Bart Scott, whose spot he took over this season. |
| Mike Goodson, RB (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/16/2009:It appears as though Sutton has passed him on the depth chart at running back as well, so you may want to re-think your depth at the position if you've been holding Goodson as insurance to DeAngelo Williams and/or Jonathan Stewart. |
| Jonathan Goodwin, C (NO) |
probable |
Ankle |
|
| Ahman Green, RB (GB) |
questionable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:You shouldn't be planning to use Green this weekend regardless, but if you were banking on him as a shot-in-the-dark flex, it's time to look elsewhere. Brandon Jackson would handle the backup RB duties if Green can't play. |
| Jarvis Green, DE (NE) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:We'd be surprised if Green were out there this week, but his presence Friday suggests a return is on the horizon. |
| Jabari Greer, CB (NO) |
Out |
Groin |
11/20/2009:New Orleans will be without both starting cornerbacks against the Buccaneers, likely forcing Malcom Jenkins and Randall Gay into the starting lineup. The newly signed Chris McAlister could factor in as well. |
| Rex Hadnot, C (CLE) |
questionable |
Knee |
|
| James Hall, DE (STL) |
probable |
Back |
|
| Ken Hamlin, S (DAL) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/16/2009:As a result, Hamlin, who has 39 tackles through nine games, is only worth holding on to if your league has roster spots to burn. |
| Nick Hardwick, C (SD) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Hardwick, who has been out since having ankle surgery following the season opener, returned to practice four weeks ago but he hasn't been able to practice since a setback last Wednesday. |
| James Hardy, WR (BUF) |
questionable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:He's still not even close to using even if he does see the field this week. |
| Ryan Harris, T (DEN) |
Out |
Toe |
|
| Kelvin Hayden, CB (IND) |
Out |
Knee |
|
| Gerald Hayes, LB (ARZ) |
questionable |
Back |
11/20/2009:He was a full participant in practice on Thursday and Friday. Hayes should return to the Cardinals' starting lineup after a two-game absence. |
| Albert Haynesworth, DT (WAS) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:ESPN's John Clayton calls Haynesworth "very questionable" and said there's a possibility that Haynesworth receives little to no work even if he's active on Sunday. |
| Todd Heap, TE (BAL) |
questionable |
Chest |
11/20/2009:Heap has had something of a renaissance this season, with 349 yards (good for 14th in the league) and two TDs in nine games to date, but you can probably find a less risky option this week. Either way, his status will be known prior to the first wave of kickoffs Sunday. |
| E.J. Henderson, LB (MIN) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:He was able to fully practice on Thursday and Friday, so this shouldn't be a concern. |
| David Herron, LB (KC) |
questionable |
Knee |
|
| Brad Hoover, FB (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/19/2009:Tony Fiammetta will start at fullback for the Panthers. |
| Richie Incognito, G (STL) |
Out |
Foot |
|
| Kenny Iwebema, DE (ARZ) |
probable |
Knee |
11/15/2009:Iwebema will provide the Cards with some added defensive line depth. |
| Grady Jackson, DT (DET) |
probable |
Knee |
|
| Cullen Jenkins, DE (GB) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Jenkins should be ready to roll Sunday against San Francisco. |
| Mike Jenkins, CB (DAL) |
probable |
Elbow |
|
| Calvin Johnson, WR (DET) |
probable |
Hand |
11/20/2009:We're not sure how he suffered the injury -- he may have just bumped it in Thursday's practice -- but Johnson's status for Sunday doesn't appear to be in jeopardy. |
| Charles Johnson, DE (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/19/2009:With Johnson out, Carolina will likely employ a rotation at defensive end on the side opposite Julius Peppers. |
| Jaret Johnson, K () |
probable |
Shoulder |
|
| Jarret Johnson, LB (BAL) |
probable |
Shoulder |
|
| Jeremi Johnson, FB (CIN) |
probable |
Chest |
11/13/2009:He went from no practice Wednesday, to being limited Thursday to full participation Friday, so it looks like Johnson has a pretty good chance to fulfill his blocking duties this weekend. |
| Travis Johnson, DT (SD) |
probable |
Groin |
|
| Jacoby Jones, WR (HOU) |
questionable |
Calf |
11/20/2009:Jones remains day-to-day, so we'll have to see where he ends up listed on Saturday's injury report. |
| Jason Jones, DE (TEN) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
|
| Julius Jones, RB (SEA) |
Out |
Chest |
11/18/2009:"He says he's feeling good, but he won't be available Sunday," Mora said. "Hopefully next week. We have to be careful though." Justin Forsett will start against the Vikings, with Louis Rankin serving as the top backup. |
| LaMont Jordan, RB (DEN) |
Out |
Back |
11/20/2009:The Broncos will continue to roll with Knowshon Moreno and Correll Buckhalter, who is listed as probable this week. |
| Jonathan Joseph, CB (CIN) |
questionable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:Assuming he plays, Joseph, who has four picks thus far, might get a few cracks at interceptions Sunday, with the Raiders rolling out Bruce Gradkowski. |
| Aaron Kampman, LB (GB) |
probable |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:Kampman should be fine for Sunday's game against the 49ers, but you may want to wait a week and see how he plays before activating him. He has just three sacks this season as he adjusts to his new outside linebacker position. |
| Travis Kirschke, DT (PIT) |
Out |
Calf |
|
| Dan Koppen, C (NE) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/15/2009:Good news for a Pats' line still dealing with the absence of Matt Light. |
| John Kuhn, FB (GB) |
probable |
Hand |
11/20/2009:Kuhn will likely play against the 49ers despite breaking his hand in last weekend's win over Dallas. |
| Byron Leftwich, QB (TB) |
probable |
Elbow |
|
| Jim Leonhard, S (NYJ) |
questionable |
Thumb |
11/20/2009:That's more optimistic than the word earlier in the week, when it looked like he was out for sure. Either way, we expect Eric Smith to see added work, either backing up Leonhard, or starting in his place if he's inactive. |
| Damione Lewis, DT (CAR) |
probable |
Active |
11/19/2009:Lewis will be available to help Carolina try to slow Miami’s vaunted rushing attack, though the Dolphins will be without Ronnie Brown. |
| Jamal Lewis, RB (CLE) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:We'd be surprised if Lewis doesn't play this week, but since he is one of just four Browns listed as questionable this week, do check his status before the first wave of kickoffs Sunday. |
| Michael Lewis, S (SF) |
probable |
Quadricep |
|
| Matt Light, OT (NE) |
questionable |
Knee |
|
| Leonard Little, DE (STL) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Little is expected to be close to full health Sunday against the Cardinals. If he's one of your IDPs, it's safe to roll with him. |
| Brandon Lloyd, WR (DEN) |
probable |
Foot |
|
| Chris Long, DE (STL) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:The Rams won't determine Long's status until Sunday, but he looks iffy at this point. "It doesn't look like he's full speed," coach Steve Spagnuolo said. "We'll see what happens between now and Sunday." |
| Taitusi Lutui, OG (ARZ) |
probable |
Not Injury Related |
11/20/2009:He is expected to make his 50th-straight regular-season start on Sunday. There have been some bumps along the way, but Lutui now seems to be living up to the second-round selection that Arizona spent on him in 2006. |
| Alex Mack, C (CLE) |
probable |
Wrist |
|
| Elbert Mack, CB (TB) |
questionable |
Ankle |
|
| Jeremy Maclin, WR (PHI) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:The loss of Brian Westbrook has made the pass-happy Eagles even more prone to taking to the air, much to the delight of Maclin owners. He should again be a frequent target for Donovan McNabb on Sunday. |
| Eli Manning, QB (NYG) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:Manning's foot may be healthier than it's been since the initial injury, and he has a terrific matchup against the Falcons' struggling pass defense. |
| Brandon Marshall, WR (DEN) |
probable |
Neck |
11/20/2009:Marshall is coming off a couple of big games, but he could take a bit of a hit this week if Kyle Orton sits and the Broncos are forced to roll with Chris Simms at QB. |
| Rashean Mathis, CB (JAC) |
Out |
Groin |
11/18/2009:His injury could force the Jags to move Reggie Nelson back to cornerback this week. The fact that he is already ruled out suggests that Mathis' groin injury could extend beyond Week 11. |
| Clay Matthews, LB (GB) |
probable |
Jaw |
11/20/2009:Matthews played through the injury last week and earned himself NFL Rookie of the Week honors, so we aren't concerned about his Week 11 status. |
| Bryant McFadden, CB (ARZ) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:He was a limited participant in practice on Thursday and Friday. McFadden should occupy his usual starting role on Sunday against the Rams. |
| Terrence McGee, CB (BUF) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:He's probably on the worse side of questionable, but if anyone on this team would gut it out it'd be McGee. Either way, we wouldn't be using him as an IDP for at least another week. |
| Shawne Merriman, LB (SD) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:Merriman, who had four sacks over the course of Weeks 8 and 9, was quiet last week, but he'll have a chance to take aim Sunday at either a hobbled Kyle Orton or backup Chris Simms. |
| Jayme Mitchell, DE (MIN) |
probable |
Illness |
11/20/2009:He missed Friday's practice due to an illness, but should be ready by Sunday. |
| Antwaun Molden, CB (HOU) |
questionable |
Quadricep |
|
| Kenny Moore, WR (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
|
| Lance Moore, WR (NO) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Moore hasn't played since Week 8 and will have to wait at least another week before making his return. |
| Sean Morey, WR (ARZ) |
questionable |
Head |
11/20/2009:The Cardinals will take the necessary precautions with Morey's concussion, but it looks like he'll be available for his usual special teams work on Sunday. |
| Sammy Morris, RB (NE) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Morris was officially listed as limited Friday and is one of 13 Patriots tagged as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets. The Pats kick off during the second wave of games Sunday, so it's probably best to take a wait-and-see approach with Morris, whose role would be hard to predict even if he does make a return this week. |
| Stephen Neal, G (NE) |
questionable |
Head |
|
| Haloti Ngata, DT (BAL) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Assuming that's the case, it's great news for the Ravens, in particular with regards to stopping the run, as they try to take down the undefeated Colts this weekend. Ngata is officially listed as questionable on the Ravens' Week 11 injury report, despite his optimism. |
| Jerious Norwood, RB (ATL) |
questionable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:Norwood has missed about a month with this injury, so even if he plays, he'll likely be a distant second to Jason Snelling in terms of offensive touches. Michael Turner, who is listed as doubtful, is not expected to play. |
| Chike Okeafor, LB (ARZ) |
Out |
Back |
11/20/2009:He hasn't practiced in two weeks, although Arizona head coach Ken Whisenhunt said on Friday that Okeafor is feeling better, so that bodes well for Week 12. Bertrand Berry will probably start in Okeafor's place on Sunday and Will Davis should provide support off the bench. |
| Kyle Orton, QB (DEN) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:McDaniels says that Orton will be put through a workout before Sunday's game and how he performs at that time will determine whether he plays or not. Given the fact that the Broncos play during the second wave of games Sunday, Orton probably isn't worth the risk, even in deep leagues, unless you have his backup Chris Simms handy for a last-minute plug-in. |
| Ben Patrick, TE (ARZ) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:He was a full participant in practice on Thursday and Friday, so he shouldn't be limited on Sunday against the Rams. |
| Mike Patterson, DT (PHI) |
probable |
Wrist |
|
| Karl Paymah, CB (MIN) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:The Vikings may be a little thin at cornerback this week with Paymah hurt and Antoine Winfield not yet back to full strength from a foot injury. |
| Kevin Payne, S (CHI) |
doubtful |
Back |
|
| Kalvin Pearson, S (DET) |
Out |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Pearson's absence hurt Detroit's depth, but it won't cause a splash in the fantasy world. |
| Stephen Peterman, OL (DET) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Jason Peters, OT (PHI) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Peters missed last week's game, but Donovan McNabb should have his tackle back against the Bears. |
| Shaun Phillips, LB (SD) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Phillips has been filling the stats sheet (42 tackles, four forced fumbles and five sacks) this season, so feel free to continue using him as one of your IDPs. |
| Troy Polamalu, S (PIT) |
Out |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Polamalu did not practice Friday and is listed as out on the team's status report for Sunday's game. We'll check back next week to see if he is able to practice at least on a limited basis as the Steelers prep for the Sunday night clash with the Ravens in Week 12. |
| Brady Poppinga, LB (GB) |
probable |
Quadricep |
|
| Tracy Porter, CB (NO) |
Out |
Knee |
11/20/2009:New Orleans will be without both starting cornerbacks against the Buccaneers, and starting safety Darren Sharper is banged up as well. Randall Gay and Malcom Jenkins will likely start on the outside. |
| Clinton Portis, RB (WAS) |
Out |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:It looks like the Redskins are wisely taking the cautious route here, so unless Portis gets some really good news Friday, he's looking iffy for next week. |
| Keith Rivers, LB (CIN) |
doubtful |
Calf |
11/20/2009:Rivers didn't practice all week, so it seems like him being listed as inactive Sunday is simply a formality at this point. Look for Brandon Johnson to start in his place. |
| Gijon Robinson, TE (IND) |
questionable |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:Robinson missed practice all week, so he's pretty iffy, but with just six catches to date, he has yet to make a fantasy impact this season. |
| Michael Robinson, RB (SF) |
probable |
Not Injury Related |
11/13/2009:Frank Gore carried the load for the 49ers, so Robinson was left to the sideline for most of the game. |
| Justin Rogers, LB (KC) |
doubtful |
Thigh |
|
| Shaun Rogers, DT (CLE) |
probable |
Back |
|
| Mark Roman, S (SF) |
probable |
Knee |
|
| Aaron Ross, CB (NYG) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:Ross expects to play Sunday, but the Giants likely won't make a decision until they see how he looks in warm-ups. |
| Allen Rossum, DB (DAL) |
Out |
Hamstring |
|
| Robert Royal, TE (CLE) |
probable |
Finger |
11/16/2009:We're not expecting much out of the Browns' feeble passing attack, but Brady Quinn may look Royal's way frequently as a safety valve. |
| Benny Sapp, CB (MIN) |
probable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:Sapp should be ready to go against the Seahawks. |
| Dantrell Savage, RB (KC) |
doubtful |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:The Chiefs will be a little thin at halfback Sunday, with Jamaal Charles and Kolby Smith the only healthy bodies. |
| Mike Scifres, P (SD) |
probable |
Groin |
|
| Gerald Sensabaugh, S (DAL) |
probable |
Thumb |
|
| Darren Sharper, S (NO) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Sharper said he'll test the knee in warm-ups to make sure, so this isn't a done deal, but barring a setback he'll be ready to go against the Bucs. He may even be used as a punt returner, since the Saints' top three options -- Reggie Bush, Lance Moore and Tracy Porter -- may all be out. |
| Ko Simpson, S (DET) |
probable |
Knee |
|
| Ernie Sims, LB (DET) |
Out |
Hamstring |
|
| Justin Smiley, OG (MIA) |
probable |
Active |
11/19/2009:However, the Dolphins announced that Nate Garner will start ahead of Smiley. There's still some uncertainty here as to Smiley's exact status, but it shouldn't stop you from starting Ricky Williams. |
| Brad Smith, WR (NYJ) |
probable |
Quadricep |
11/16/2009:He didn't factor in the offense and likely won't extensively, as long as the likes of Jerricho Cotchery and Braylon Edwards remain healthy. |
| Justin Smith, LB () |
probable |
Back |
|
| Justin Smith, DE (SF) |
probable |
Back |
11/20/2009:Smith should be ready to go on Sunday. |
| Justin Snow, TE (IND) |
probable |
Elbow |
|
| Adam Snyder, OG (SF) |
probable |
Shoulder |
|
| Jim Sorgi, QB (IND) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
11/20/2009:Sorgi didn't practice all week, so it looks like Curtis Painter will serve as the backup to Peyton Manning again this week. |
| Chris Spencer, C (SEA) |
probable |
Thumb |
|
| Takeo Spikes, LB (SF) |
questionable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:The return to practice gives Spikes some hope of playing Sunday, but he's far too risky to consider as a fantasy play this week. |
| Shawn Springs, CB (NE) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Springs, who has seen his workload reduced in recent weeks, was a healthy scratch last weekend, so he should be nowhere near fantasy lineups unless or until he starts seeing more snaps. |
| John St. Clair, RT (CLE) |
probable |
Shoulder |
|
| Matthew Stafford, QB (DET) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:As usual, Stafford was limited earlier in the week before returning to full participation on Friday. He's clearly not a top option, but if you're in a two-QB or very deep league, Stafford has a decent chance for success against the woebegone Browns. |
| Joe Staley, OT (SF) |
Out |
Knee |
|
| Jonathan Stewart, RB (CAR) |
probable |
Active |
11/20/2009:The Panthers mistakenly went with an aerial-heavy attack, rushing the ball just 25 times with their two backs on Thursday night. Stewart should benefit from the long break before the Panthers return to action against the Jets in Week 12. |
| Chansi Stuckey, WR (CLE) |
probable |
Calf |
11/20/2009:It looks like Stuckey will be able to play against the porous Lions' pass defense, but he's played a very minimal role since coming over from the Jets and isn't a fantasy option. |
| Terrell Suggs, DE (BAL) |
Out |
Knee |
11/19/2009:Suggs won't play this week, but said he hasn't been ruled out for the team's Nov. 29 game against the Steelers. "That’s the game you definitely don’t want to miss," Suggs said. "Hopefully, I can miraculously heal and try to get back to play." Don't count on that, but we could see Suggs at some point down the stretch. |
| Naufahu Tahi, FB (MIN) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:It looks like he'll be able to play despite being limited this week in practice with the injury. |
| Aqib Talib, CB (TB) |
probable |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:It looks safe to go with the ball-hawking Talib (33 tackles and five picks in nine games) this week if he is one of your IDPs. |
| Mark Tauscher, OT (GB) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Green Bay's offensive line continues to battle injuries, but Tauscher isn't among the seriously wounded this week. He should be fine for Sunday's game. |
| Fred Taylor, RB (NE) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Hilee Taylor, DE (CAR) |
inactive |
Inactive |
|
| Tyler Thigpen, QB (MIA) |
inactive |
Inactive |
|
| Bryan Thomas, LB (NYJ) |
probable |
Toe |
|
| David Thomas, TE (NO) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Thomas should be ready to go against the Buccaneers, but you'd need to be in a real bind at tight end to consider using him this week. Drew Brees simply has too many weapons to choose from in New Orleans. |
| David Thornton, LB (TEN) |
questionable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:More on Thornton's status Saturday, once the Titans release their Week 11 injury report. |
| Marcus Trufant, CB (SEA) |
probable |
Concussion |
|
| Michael Turner, RB (ATL) |
doubtful |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Atlanta hasn't officially ruled Turner out, but there is almost no chance that he plays Sunday. The majority of the carries should fall to Jason Snelling, although Jerious Norwood (hip) could be a factor as well. With no timetable set for his return, this may not be the only game Turner misses. |
| Lawrence Vickers, FB (CLE) |
questionable |
Shoulder |
|
| Adam Vinatieri, K (IND) |
Out |
Knee |
|
| Mike Vrabel, LB (KC) |
doubtful |
Knee |
11/20/2009:According to Babb, Vrabel could miss several more games. If you were still holding onto him, now is probably the time to cut him loose. Andy Studebaker will start in his place. |
| Erik Walden, DE (MIA) |
inactive |
Inactive |
11/18/2009:More on Walden's status leading up to Week 12's game against the Bills. |
| Javon Walker, WR (OAK) |
Out |
Hamstring |
11/20/2009:His lost season continues. We'll check back on his status next week, but most people have already changed the channel on Walker. |
| DeMarcus Ware, LB (DAL) |
probable |
Foot |
11/20/2009:You shouldn't have any worries about deploying Ware as an IDP this weekend. |
| Ty Warren, DT (NE) |
questionable |
Ankle |
11/20/2009:Warren was inactive last weekend, but he has been able to practice on a limited basis this week, which helps his chances of suiting up this weekend. |
| Ben Watson, TE (NE) |
probable |
Knee |
11/15/2009:Watson is among the players that QB Tom Brady turns to when both Wes Welker and Randy Moss aren't open, which lately hasn't been too often. |
| Leonard Weaver, FB (PHI) |
probable |
Ankle |
11/15/2009:He's out there, but the return of Brian Westbrook to the Eagles' lineup limits his upside. |
| Reggie Wells, OG (ARZ) |
probable |
Thumb |
11/20/2009:He is expected to make his 58th-consecutive regular-season start on Sunday. Wells is having a successful career after being drafted in the sixth round of the 2003 draft by the Cardinals. |
| Brian Westbrook, RB (PHI) |
Out |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:The good news here is that we are talking in terms of weeks and not months, but a best-case scenario for Westbrook remains a return for the stretch run, though there are enough variables in play here for that not to be a lock. |
| Dewayne White, DE (DET) |
questionable |
Toe |
|
| Roddy White, WR (ATL) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:The questionable tag has become a weekly trend for White, but he's played the last two weeks and we aren't overly concerned about his Week 11 status. We don't want you to get burned, however, so check back Sunday morning to verify White's availability. |
| Cadillac Williams, RB (TB) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Williams remains the Bucs' lead back, but the team has been careful not to run Cadillac into the ground, as he has recorded between 10-16 carries in every game since Week 4. |
| DeAngelo Williams, RB (CAR) |
probable |
Active |
11/20/2009:The Panthers only handed the ball off 25 times, but Williams essentially shared the carries with Jonathan Stewart (12 carries, 43 yards). With extra rest, both backs should be able to rest their nagging injuries, perhaps returning the Carolina backfield to its regular 60-40 workload split favoring Williams in Week 12. |
| Derrick Williams, WR (DET) |
questionable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:With two days under his belt, we would expect Williams to resume his role as the Lions' fourth receiver Sunday against Cleveland. |
| Eddie Williams, FB (WAS) |
Out |
Ankle |
|
| Kyle Williams, DT (BUF) |
questionable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Fellow DT Marcus Stroud has already been ruled out, so if Williams can't go it's going to be a fantasy fiesta for Maurice Jones-Drew. The way the Buffalo run defense has been going, it's going to be a fiesta even if Williams does play. |
| Maurice Williams, T (JAC) |
probable |
Illness |
|
| Mike Williams, T (WAS) |
questionable |
Ankle |
|
| Adrian Wilson, S (ARZ) |
probable |
Groin |
11/20/2009:He was a full participant in practice on Thursday and Friday and he should be in the Cardinals' starting lineup on Sunday. With one more sack, Wilson will become the 10th player in NFL history to have 20 career interceptions and 20 career sacks. |
| Gibril Wilson, S (MIA) |
probable |
Active |
11/19/2009:Feel free to use him as you normally would. The hamstring injury isn’t expected to be a worry. |
| Josh Wilson, CB (SEA) |
doubtful |
Concussion |
11/20/2009:Coach Jim Mora said there was a "slight chance" Wilson would play Sunday, but it's not likely. Kelly Jennings would start in his place. |
| Antoine Winfield, CB (MIN) |
doubtful |
Foot |
11/20/2009:Even though he practiced all week (but limited), it sounds like the Vikings want to evaluate him on Sunday morning. Even if he plays, he'll likely be in for a limited number of plays, so hold off using him for another week. |
| Kellen Winslow, TE (TB) |
probable |
Knee |
11/20/2009:Winslow, who matched his season-high with 102 receiving yards against Miami in Week 10, is safe to roll with again Sunday versus the Saints. |
| Charles Woodson, CB (GB) |
probable |
Hip |
11/20/2009:As usual, Woodson will be ready to go despite his appearance on the injury report. |
| Ashton Youboty, CB (BUF) |
Out |
Ankle |
11/16/2009:Terrence McGee can't come back from minor knee surgery fast enough, as the Bills are currently without three of their top five cornerbacks, one of whom (Leodis McKelvin) is out for the season. |
