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Antonio Gates and Ryan Mathews Both Inactive, Shocks Fantasy World

2012-09-16T19:04:03Z

Antonio Gates was a shocking inactive for their late-afternoon game against the Titans and Ryan Mathews is also inactive, as expected.

Analysis: Wow. This is could be a crippling blow to Gates owners that rolled the dice on him. Beat writers all over San Diego said Gates was expected to play, so his owners might be scrambling for a backup and might have to cut someone they might not want to cut if they're in a tight matchup. Randy McMichael could be an option. Meanwhile, Mathews did put in some practice this week and he could be eyeing a Week 3 debut. Ronnie Brown should get most of the work, but Curtis Brinkley could be an option too. We would avoid this situation.

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John Skelton Injury Update: Ankle Injury And Will Not Return

2012-09-09T23:37:26Z

John Skelton was rolled up while in the pocket and was carted off the field. He will not return.

Analysis: It didn't look good and he need some help to get on the cart. Skelton didn't have too strong of a preseason and his opener wasn't impressive either with just 149 yards in 14-of-28 passing while throwing a pick in the processs. Kevin Kolb came in and marched right down the field by completing five of his seven passes. The drive ended with a TD to Andre Roberts. It looks like the QB controversy is back on in Glendale and there's really no reason to own any Cardinal signal caller.

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Rashad Jennings Leaves Game With Knee Injury, Limiting Fantasy Value

2012-09-09T19:33:02Z

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Rashad Jennings left Sunday's game against the Vikings with a knee injury. He did not come back out of the locker room after halftime. Jennings, who spent last season on injured reserve, had eight carries for 31 yards before exiting the game. He also caught one pass for nine yards. Maurice Jones-Drew has taken over in his absence.

Fantasy Impact: Rashad Jennings' average draft position took off as Maurice-Jones-Drew's holdout extended through the preseason. Jennings' injury could open the door for Jones-Drew to take back a featured role sooner than expected. Jones-Drew has 17 carries for 68 yards against a tough Minnesota run defense. He has added one catch for eight yards and done some punt returning as well.

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Beanie Wells Injury Update: Active And Should Still Be On Fantasy Benches

2012-09-09T19:19:01Z

Beanie Wells (hamstring) will be active for the Cardinals against the divisional-rival Seahawks.

Analysis: Beanie popped up on the injury report this week with his hamstring injury. Oddly enough, Wells dealt with knee injuries in the preseason, so while it wasn't a surprise to see the oft-injured back from Ohio State, the hamstring was a new injury. Beanie has no business starting against the Seahawks for owners in standard fantasy leagues. Meanwhile, it should be interesting to see how the Cardinals will use Ryan Williams in this time share. We should have a little better idea on how the Cardinals will use these backs and both players should still be owned in the vast majority of leagues. Williams should also be on the bench for fantasy too.

Marshawn Lynch Injury Update: Active And Should Be In Fantasy Lineups

2012-09-09T19:07:29Z

Marshawn Lynch is active for the Seahawks and their divisional showdown vs. the Arizona Cardinals. He will also get the start at running back.

Analysis: Lynch said all week that he was able to play and he was also practicing this week. The main concern with back spasms is when they flare up during strenuous activity. Lynch should still be starting in almost every league even though the Cardinals do have an improved defense this year. Robert Turbin should be firmly on all benches, but we'd recommend owning him in every league. Lynch does also help Russell Wilson and it should be in interesting contest on the road for the rookie.

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Daniel Thomas Injury Limits His Fantasy Value

2012-09-09T18:57:02Z

Miami Dolphins running back Daniel Thomas left Sunday's game against the Houston Texans with an apparent head injury. He took a big hit and fumbled the football as a result. Thomas didn't look good leaving the field and was taken to the locker room. Glover Quin forced the fumble. Dolphins beat writer Omar Kelly speculated that it may have been a knee injury that forced Thomas out of the game.

Fantasy Impact: Reggie Bush is the only member of the Dolphins backfield worth owning in fantasy football leagues. Thomas' injury combined with his inability to hold on to the football does not bode well for his fantasy prospects. Regardless of the severity of the injury, Thomas should not be on fantasy rosters unless you are in a deep league.

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Pierre Garcon Injury Offsets Early Fantasy Impact

2012-09-09T18:27:35Z

Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garcon left the team's game on Sunday against the New Orleans Saints with a foot injury and is questionable to return. Before the injury, Garcon racked up 109 yards and a touchdown on four catches. His touchdown was an 88-yard gem from Robert Griffin III, who has been outstanding to start the game. The deep speed of Garcon was looking dangerous with Griffin's arm strength.

Fantasy Impact: The Washington Redskins passing offense looks lethal early on. Garcon was a big part of that, so his injury will obviously be worth monitoring. He has developed into one of Griffin's favorite targets already. Still, Griffin is still looking like an excellent fantasy quarterback.

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Fred Jackson Reportedly With LCL Sprain: Spiller Fantasy Value Would Rise

2012-09-09T18:09:54Z

Fred Jackson was hit by LaRon Landry and was in serious pain in the second quarter against the Jets. Jason LaCanfora reported he has an LCL sprain, which is one of thoe rarest ligaments to sprain among athletes.

Analysis: He was standing on the sideline, so that's a good sign. Obviously, C.J. Spiller would become an elite player to own in all leagues and he remains as one of the best handcuffs in all of fantasy football. Spiller has already busted loose on a 56-yard TD, so Jackson has already lost value to his understudy. The Bills will need to run the ball a lot to be successful since Ryan Fitzpatrick reminded us all how badly he can manage a game. He has thrown two picks at the time of this published post. Check back for Fred-Jax news.

UPDATE: He is heading to the locker room and walking under his own power.

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