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Fantasy News
Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Good news for the Pats' defensive front line, which is still missing Jarvis Green. Shawn Springs - #29 - Cornerback - 6'0" - 204lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Springs is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: He was listed as probable entering Week 11, but this falls under "haelthy scratch" territory for the second week in a row for Springs. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Green is inching closer to a return, so we'll revisit his status next week leading into Week 12's game against the Saints. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (ribs) is listed as active Sunday against the Jets.
Impact: It's uncertain how close to full strength Banta-Cain is, but he's out there this week if he is someone you'd normally rely on. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Baker has taken a back seat to Ben Watson at the TE position, and while he may have a fantasy-relevant game or two as the season winds down, good luck guessing when that will happen. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken (hip) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: That will leave Julian Edelman and Isaiah Stanback to fight for scraps behind Randy Moss and Wes Welker this week. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Edleman will be sporting a carbon-fiber shield on his arm, but he'll be in the mix for looks when both Randy Moss and Wes Welker are covered, especially with Sam Aiken out. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: With Sammy Morris inactive, Maroney figures to be featured once again in Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Morris seems to be getting close to a return, but Maroney will get at least one more chance to work as the Pats' lead back this week. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Impact: Once again, Laurence Maroney will work as the Pats' lead back, spelled by Kevin Faulk and BenJarvus Green-Ellis to a lesser degree. Patrick Chung - #25 - Safety - 5'11" - 212lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Patrick Chung exited the game against the New York Jets in the fourth quarter with a head injury.
Impact: No additional information is available on the severity of the injury, and Chung is doubtful to return. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Nov 22, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Welker caught 15 passes for 192 yards in Sunday's win over the Jets.
Impact: Defenses need to pick their poison with the Pats and with Randy Moss held to five catches for 34 yards Sunday, Welker ran wild. He now has 79 catches for 854 yards with four TDs in eight games. If he falls short of Marvin Harrison's record of 143 catches in a season, it will probably be due to the two games he missed earlier this year. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sun. Nov 22, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Week 11 inactives: RB Sammy Morris, WR Sam Aiken, DE Jarvis Green, OT Matt Light, OG Stephen Neal, LB Rob Ninkovich, CB Shawn Springs and RB Fred Taylor.
Impact: WR Julian Edelman (forearm) is active and will play in multiple receiver sets. On defense, LB Gary Guyton (illness) and LB Tully Banta-Cain (abdomen) are active and will start. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Sat. Nov 21, 2009 |
Fanball
News: The Boston Globe reports that Tully Banta-Cain is listed as questionable for Sunday's game with a rib injury.
Impact: Banta-Cain is the Patriots best edge pass rusher, but he got banged up in last week's game when he was blindsided on special teams. Consider him a game-time decision. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Sat. Nov 21, 2009 |
Fanball
News: According to the Boston Globe, Julian Edelman is expected to play in Week 11 but will wear a partial cast on his injured forearm.
Impact: Edelman missed two games due to the injury, but returned last week when he got the cast. It's a carbon-fiber shield that he can take on and off, and protects him enough so that he can fulfill his WR3 duties in the Pats offense. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Sat. Nov 21, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (ribs) said "there's a good chance'" he'll play Sunday against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: That sounds promising, but without him saying so, we'd guess that his final status won't be confirmed until shortly before kickoff. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Sat. Nov 21, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The protection that Edelman has been wearing on his right forearm is a carbon-fiber shield that he can slip on and off, not a full cast, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Edelman is listed as questionable this week -- as are 12 of his teammates -- but he is expected to be out there Sunday, still sporting the shield. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sat. Nov 21, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee, questionable) said Friday that he felt good, but did not commit to playing Sunday against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports. "We'll see Sunday," Morris said.
Impact: We'll consider Morris a game-time decision here, though when he does return, we'd expect him to work in a complementary role, at least out of the gate. He's worth a claim, as he could do some damage down the stretch, but take a wait-and-see approach with regards to using him in fantasy lineups. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Ben Watson (knee) is probable for Sunday's game against the Jets, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: Watson only caught 20 passes over nine games this season, and the Jets have been tough on opposing tight ends - meaning Watson is not a good fantasy option. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive End - 6'5" - 300lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Ty Warren is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, according to the Boston Globe. He is recovering from an ankle ailment.
Impact: Warren missed Week 10, and was missed as the Patriots fell to the Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. He is their best defensive end, and rookie quarterback Mark Sanchez could benefit if Warren is slowed or unable to go on game day. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Sammy Morris is questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: Morris missed the last three games with a knee injury, but appears to be nearing his return to the gridiron. Fred Taylor (ankle) will remain out, so Laurence Maroney should continue to handle the bulk of the workload at running back on game day. Fred Taylor - #21 - Running back - 6'1" - 228lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Updating an earlier report, Fred Taylor has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jets, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: Fragile Fred will be missing his sixth straight game with an ankle injury. Sammy Morris is questionable with his ailing knee, meaning Laurence Maroney will likely remain the Patriots' No. 1 running back. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green (knee) practiced for the first time this week on Friday and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We'd be surprised if Green were out there this week, but his presence Friday suggests a return is on the horizon. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Edelman was able to play with a cast on his forearm last weekend, which we expect to be the case again on Sunday. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: 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. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss is not listed on the Patriots' injury report for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: The last time the Patriots faced the Jets, cornerback Darrelle Revis held Moss to four catches for 24 yards. Revis is the real deal, but the Patriots' offense -- and that includes the rapport between QB Tom Brady and Moss -- has been clicking of late, so what happened back in Week 2 shouldn't deter you from rolling with Moss, who we are guessing would like to turn the tables around on Sunday. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Even if Aiken plays Sunday, he'll have to fight for limited looks behind Randy Moss and Wes Welker. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: 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. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (groin) practiced for the first time this week Friday, albeit in a limited fashion, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: 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. Shawn Springs - #29 - Cornerback - 6'0" - 204lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Springs (shoulder) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Jets, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: 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. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris, who has been out since Oct. 18 with a knee injury, answered questions from reporters in the Patriots' locker room Friday, a sign he is closer to his return, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.
Impact: 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. Fred Taylor - #21 - Running back - 6'1" - 228lbs
Fri. Nov 20, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Fred Taylor (knee) is absent from Patriots practice on Friday, according to ESPN.
Impact: He is almost certain to be out again this Sunday. Laurence Maroney will continue to handle number-one back duties. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (groin/rib) did not practice Thursday, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: He'll need to get out there Friday to have a realistic chance of playing Sunday against the Jets. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: We'll check back on his status Friday, but look for a "questionable" tag for Sunday's game against the Jets. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken (hip) was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: It looks like Aiken has a shot to play in Week 11, but when he is in there, he has to fight for scraps behind Randy Moss and Wes Welker. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: Look for Morris to be listed as "questionable" Friday, but it does seem like he at least has a chance to play Sunday against the Jets. Gary Guyton - #59 - Linebacker - 6'3" - 242lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Guyton (illness) was removed from the Patriots' practice participation/injury report Thursday, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: It looks like all systems are go for Guyton for Sunday's game against the Jets. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss, whose absence from practice Wednesday was termed "not injury related," was removed from the Patriots' practice participation/injury report Thursday, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: There's a chance that Moss may show up as "probable" Friday, but we fully expect him to be good to go Sunday against the Jets. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren, who was inactive Sunday and did not practice Wednesday, was back at practice Thursday,
Impact: Warren will probably still end up listed as questionable, but as long as he's back out there Friday, his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Jets look promising. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Thu. Nov 19, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Randy Moss, who leads the NFL in receiving yards with 891, will face off against Jets corner Darrelle Revis this weekend, according to the Newark Star-Ledger. Revis held Moss to a season-low 24 yards in the Jets' Week 2 victory over the Patriots.
Impact: A lot has happened since that embarrassing loss for New England. Moss has gone on his usual tear, while New England has revved up and New York cooled off. The Pats are also coming off an embarrassing loss in Indianapolis. While Revis is a shutdown corner, the Jets have been decimated defensively since their Week 2 triumph, and with Moss coming off of two straight 140-yard games, it's hard not to believe he won't get his revenge on Revis this Sunday. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) was not present for the media access portion of Wednesday's practice, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: At this point, coach Bill Belichick is about as likely to detail what's ailing Warren in the coming days as he is to rehash his Week 10 4th-and-2 call. As a result, consider Warren questionable for Sunday's game against the Jets. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was present for the media access portion of Wednesday's practice, the Boston Herald reports. He was officially listed as a limited participant.
Impact: More on Morris' status as the week rolls along, but there is at least a chance he could return to action Sunday against the Jets. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss (undisclosed reason) was not at practice Wednesday, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: Until we hear otherwise, we'll operate under the assumption that is a maintenance day for either Moss' shoulder or some other minor ailment. Joey Galloway - #13 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 197lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Galloway impressed the Bengals in his workout with them this week, but they won't sign him, at least for this week's game, the Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact: Bengals offensive coordinator Bob Bratkowski wants to see how their current wide receiver corps fares this weekend against the Raiders before acting on Galloway. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Impact: We'll track Baker's status as the week continues, but more often than not, he's been an afterthought in the Pats' offense this season. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Impact: Edelman played with a cast on his forearm in Week 10, which is enough to keep him on the injury report, but he should be fine this weekend, with no setback reported thus far. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (rib) was not present for the media access portion of Wednesday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: His absence Wednesday following last weekend's rib injury virtually assures Banta-Cain of a "questionable" designation Friday. Gary Guyton - #59 - Linebacker - 6'3" - 242lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Guyton (illness) was not present for the media access portion of Wednesday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: More on the status of Guyton, who is coming off an eight-tackle game against the Colts, as the week rolls along. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Wed. Nov 18, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken (hip) was not present for the media access portion of Wednesday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: Aiken is one of several wideouts who is currently fighting for the looks that star pass-catchers Randy Moss and Wes Welker don't get. Joey Galloway - #13 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 197lbs
Tue. Nov 17, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Joey Galloway auditioned for the Bengals today, according to Adam Schefter's (ESPN) twitter page.
Impact: The Bengals could use better depth at receiver after losing top slot man Chris Henry for the season. Quarterback Carson Palmer is having a good year, but Galloway would likely hold little fantasy value if signed by Cincinnati. Joey Galloway - #13 - Wide Receiver - 5'11" - 197lbs
Tue. Nov 17, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Galloway worked out with the Bengals this week, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact: Cincinnati is a little thin at wide receiver towards the bottom of the depth chart, but Galloway wouldn't play a significant role if the Bengals did indeed sign him. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
STATS
News: Welker had nine catches for 94 yards in the Patriots' 35-34 loss to Indianapolis on Sunday night.
Impact: While it was a bit disappointing to see Welker fall just short of 100 yards - and get held out of the end zone for a second straight week - expect a big week from him against the Jets. New York will likely shadow Randy Moss with standout cornerback Darrelle Revis, leaving Welker a potentially frequent option for Tom Brady. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
STATS
News: Moss had nine catches for 179 yards and two touchdowns as the Patriots lost to Indianapolis 35-34 on Sunday night.
Impact: Fantasy owners who needed a big effort at the end of the day were rewarded by a gigantic game from Moss, who is probably the league's best fantasy wide receiver once again. Don't be surprised if his numbers aren't great Sunday against the New York Jets, however, after cornerback Darrelle Revis helped hold him to 24 yards in a Week 2 Patriots loss. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
STATS
News: Maroney was held to 31 yards on 13 carries, although he did score a touchdown in the Patriots' 35-34 loss to Indianapolis on Sunday night.
Impact: The Patriots mostly passed, and Kevin Faulk's productivity (12 carries, 79 yards) hurt Maroney's numbers. While he could be a decent play while Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor remain out, it's proven tough to rely too much on New England running backs. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
STATS
News: Brady had 375 passing yards, three touchdowns and one interception in the Patriots' 35-34 loss to Indianapolis on Sunday night.
Impact: Brady's most important pass, a short strike to Kevin Faulk with two minutes left, came up short of the fourth down after coach Bill Belichick went for it in controversial fashion at his own 28-yard line with the Patriots up six points. But that won't hurt Brady's fantasy owners, who should be thrilled about his return to prominence as one of the league's elite QBs statistically. He's second in the NFL in both passing yards (2,739) and TDs (19). Stephen Neal - #61 - Tackle - 6'4" - 305lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Stephen Neal did not return to the Patriots' game on Sunday night after suffering a head injury, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: His status has yet to be updated. Tom Brady's surgically repaired knee is certainly hoping it will not be without its starting right guard in Week 11. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Sam Aiken's (hip) injury status should be updated sometime in the next day or two, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: With Julian Edelman set to return from his broken arm, it looks like Aiken's time as the Pats' number three receiver was a short lived one. He isn't worth owning as a WR3. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken suffered a hip injury in Sunday's loss to the Colts, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: With Aiken dinged up, the Patriots got Julian Edelman (returning from an arm injury) and Isaiah Stanback (recently promoted from the practice squad) involved in the offense. That said, as long as Randy Moss and Wes Welker remain healthy, the receivers playing behind them will be fighting for scraps. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Wes Welker performed well in Sunday night's 35-34 loss at Indianapolis, as he caught nine passes for 94 yards.
Impact: The star receiver is averaging nine receptions and 104 yards over his last five games, and should remain among the steadiest fantasy performers at the position. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Randy Moss hauled in nine passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns in Sunday night's 35-34 loss at Indianapolis.
Impact: The stud receiver has now racked up 524 receiving yards and six touchdowns over his last four games. He should continue to perform up to high expectations for fantasy owners. Kevin Faulk - #33 - Running back - 5'8" - 202lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Kevin Faulk led the Patriots in rushing in Sunday night's 35-34 loss at Indianapolis, with 12 carries for 79 yards. He also caught two passes for seven receiving yards.
Impact: Faulk enjoyed his best rushing performance of the season, while Laurence Maroney only gained 31 yards on 13 carries (but scored a touchdown). Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Mon. Nov 16, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Tom Brady performed well in Sunday night's 35-34 loss at Indianapolis, as he completed 29-of-42 passes for 375 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception.
Impact: Brady fell short in his bid to leave Lucas Oil Stadium with a win - but had a great night for fantasy owners. He topped 300 yards in his fourth straight game, and has 19 touchdown passes for the season. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Sam Aiken injured his hip during tonight's game at Indianapolis, according to the Patriots' official twitter page.
Impact: Aiken's return is questionable. He does not contribute enough as a backup receiver to be missed in fantasy leagues. Stephen Neal - #61 - Tackle - 6'4" - 305lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Stephen Neal suffered a head injury during tonight's game at Indianapolis, according to Mike Reiss' (Boston Globe) twitter page.
Impact: Neal's return is questionable. He is New England's starting right guard. Rob Ninkovich - #50 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 255lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Rob Ninkovich went down with an apparent right knee injury in tonight's game at Indianapolis, according to the Boston Globe.
Impact: Ninkovich was assisted off the field, and his return is questionable. He does not contribute enough to be missed in IDP leagues. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Tully Banta-Cain suffered a rib injury during tonight's battle at Indianapolis, according to the Patriots' official twitter page.
Impact: His return is questionable. Banta-Cain is a quality rush linebacker when healthy. Stephen Gostkowski - #3 - Kicker - 6'1" - 210lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Gostkowski made both of his field goal attempts en route to a 10-point effort in Sunday's loss to the Colts.
Impact: Another solid effort from Gostkowski, who remains one of the league's more reliable fantasy kicking options. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker caught two passes for 13 yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: Right now, Baker is taking a back seat to the duo of Randy Moss and Wes Welker, as well as fellow TE Ben Watson. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson caught one pass for 36 yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: 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. Isaiah Stanback - #15 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 208lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Stanback caught two passes for 17 yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: Stanback got right into things in his 2009 debut and while he isn't likely to have a fantasy impact, his versatility should help keep him on the active list going forward. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman caught two passes for 14 yards -- including a nine-yard TD -- in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: Edelman sported a cast on his right forearm, but he's back to contribute in a complementary role behind Randy Moss and Wes Welker. His fantasy value will be limited as long as the Pats' top guns are healthy, but if something were to happen to Welker, Edelman has shown some ability to handle the slot role. Kevin Faulk - #33 - Running back - 5'8" - 202lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Faulk carried 12 times for 79 yards and caught two passes for seven yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: It was the first time this season that Faulk had more than five carries. The team seems to prefer him in a change-of-pace role, but he got hot Sunday and wound up with more touches than usual in Week 10. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Maroney ran 13 times for 31 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for 15 yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts. He also lost a fumble on Indy's one yard line.
Impact: Maroney ended up sharing the workload with Kevin Faulk, who got hot and wound up with 12 carries for 79 yards. We wouldn't count on that happening too often as the Pats like Faulk in a change-of-pace role, but once Sammy Morris returns -- and that could happen as soon as Week 11 -- a committee situation could start brewing. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Welker caught nine passes for 94 yards in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: Welker has been displaying remarkable consistency as he continues to assert himself as a premier slot receiver, who can also do damage after the catch. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss caught nine passes for 179 yards and two touchdowns (one a 63-yard strike) in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: It was a gut-wrenching loss for the Patriots, but Moss owners did just fine, as his rapport with QB Tom Brady continues, both in the short and long-range passing game. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Brady (shoulder) completed 29-of-42 passes for 375 yards with three touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 35-34 loss to the Colts.
Impact: 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. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Patriots inactives: RB Sammy Morris, RB Fred Taylor, T Matt Light, DE Jarvis Green, LB Eric Alexander, G Rich Ohrnberger, CB Shawn Springs, DE Ty Warren.
Impact: Laurence Maroney will start at running back with both Morris (knee) and Taylor (ankle) out. Star defensive end Warren will be missed while the club tries to slow down Peyton Manning and the Colts on their home turf at Lucas Oil Stadium. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain suffered a rib injury in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: As a result, Adalius Thomas is getting some added linebacker reps. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Sun. Nov 15, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Julian Edelman (forearm) may be a game-time decision for the Week 10 game against the Colts, Mike Reiss of ESPNBoston.com tweets.
Impact: Edelman has been out since Week 6, and we haven't been expecting him to return this Sunday night. If he does play, he will be the No. 3 option. If he's out, Sam Aiken will continue to provide depth. Dan Koppen - #67 - Center - 6'2" - 296lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Koppen (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Good news for a Pats' line still dealing with the absence of Matt Light. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: It looks safe to use Banta-Cain -- who had nine tackles last week -- if he is one of your IDPs. James Sanders - #36 - Safety - 5'10" - 210lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Sanders (groin) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: For the time being, the emergence of Brandon McGowan has turned Sanders into an IDP afterthought. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Baker is out there Sunday, but Ben Watson has been the more consistent fantasy option at tight end for the Patriots. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Watson (19 catches for 271 yards and four TDs in eight games) maintains enough chemistry with QB Tom Brady to be productive enough for fantasy consideration in deeper leagues. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Feel free to roll with Meriweather if he is one of your IDPs. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: It's uncertain how much he'll be able to contribute Sunday night, but his return puts him back in the discussion for the team's No. 3 wideout role, along with Sam Aiken. Shawn Springs - #29 - Cornerback - 6'0" - 204lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Springs (back) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Springs has 28 tackles overall, but has fallen off the IDP map of late, with just two tackles since Week 5. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Nov 15, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: We'll revisit Warren's status in the coming days, but his injury is a tough blow for a defensive front line also without Jarvis Green. Isaiah Stanback - #15 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 208lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: The Patriots have promoted Isaiah Stanback from their practice squad, according to ProFootballTalk.com. The club placed rookie Brandon Tate on injured reserve as the adjoining move.
Impact: Stanback does not look to see enough action with New England to merit fantasy attention. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Brandon Tate has been placed on injured reserve by the Patriots, according to Mike Reiss' (Boston Globe) twitter page. The club promoted Isaiah Stanback from the practice squad as the adjoining move.
Impact: Tate only appeared in two games following his long recovery from knee surgery. The rookie could have made an impact as a return man if healthy this season. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Sammy Morris has been ruled out for Sunday night's game at Indianapolis, according to the Patriots' official twitter page.
Impact: Morris will be missing his third straight game with a knee injury. Fred Taylor (ankle) is also out, so Laurence Maroney should handle the bulk of the workload at running back. The Colts are ranked 14th in run defense. Isaiah Stanback - #15 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 208lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The Patriots have promoted Stanback from their practice squad to their active roster, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: Stanback gives the Pats some needed depth at receiver, with Brandon Tate having landed on IR. He is also versatile enough to provide another option at quarterback, which is a nice bonus, since the Patriots had been carrying just two this season. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The Patriots have placed Tate (knee) on IR, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: Thus far, it's uncertain how bad of a setback he suffered will his knee, but assuming he makes a full recovery, Tate will be looked upon as potential big play/return threat for the 2010 season. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: With Sammy Morris ruled out, Maroney will be featured once again in Sunday night's game against the Colts.
Impact: Kevin Faulk will be used in his usual change-of-pace role, with BenJarvus Green-Ellis also in the mix to a lesser degree, but for one more game at least, Maroney owners won't have to worry about the possibility of Morris stealing carries. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: It looks like Morris has a shot to be back for Week 11, but once again Laurence Maroney will work as the Pats' lead back, spelled by Kevin Faulk and BenJarvus Green-Ellis. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Ben Watson fully practiced Friday and is expected to play in Sunday night's game at Indianapolis, according to NFL.com. He has been dealing with a back ailment.
Impact: This is good news, but Watson will have a very tough matchup - as the Colts have only allowed 237 yards and one touchdown to tight ends over eight games. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive End - 6'5" - 300lbs
Sat. Nov 14, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Ty Warren was limited in Friday's practice while nursing his ankle ailment, according to NFL.com.
Impact: Warren is questionable for Sunday night's battle at Indianapolis. He is the Patriots' best defensive end, and will be a tough loss if hindered or unable to play. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Brandon Meriweather was limited in Friday's practice after sitting out the previous two days, according to NFL.com. He is recovering from a foot injury.
Impact: Meriweather is questionable for Sunday night's game at Indianapolis. He has been a key contributor to the Patriots' fourth ranked pass defense, and will be needed to slow down elite quarterback Peyton Manning. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
Fanball
News: Randy Moss did not practice Friday, according to NFL.com.
Impact: His absence was non-injury related, and was merely resting his previously ailing shoulder. Moss should be ready to go for Sunday night's showdown at Indianapolis. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
Fanball
News: SB Nation reports that rookie wide receiver Brandon Tate has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts.
Impact: Tate missed practice this week due to an injury to his knee that was recently surgically repaired. Sam Aiken will take his place in the WR3 spot on Sunday. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Watson (19 catches for 271 yards and four TDs in eight games) continues to have a good rapport with QB Tom Brady, which makes just productive enough for him to be considered in deeper leagues. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: The Patriots list 10 players as questionable, but unless there's been some sort of unreported setback here, look for Warren to continue to play through his injury this week. James Sanders - #36 - Safety - 5'10" - 210lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Sanders (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Either way, the emergence of Brandon McGowan has relegated Sanders to a lesser role in the Pats' secondary, at least for now. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: He's one of the 10 Pats listed as questionable this week who we think might play, but given the late kickoff, there is probably a safer IDP option in Week 10. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: This is probably not the best week to deploy Baker on a hunch, with the Patriots playing the late game this Sunday. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Of the 10 Patriots listed as questionable this week, we'd guess that his chances to play Sunday are pretty good, but check back with us prior to kickoff if he is one of your IDPs. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts after returning to practice Friday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Edelman, who could end up being a game-time decision Sunday, figures to resume his special team/reserve wideout duties when he returns to action. He'd probably need a Wes Welker injury to occur though to emerge as a viable fantasy option. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Colts after returning to practice Friday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: The Patriots kick off Sunday evening, so it would be risky to roll with Morris this week, but still, if he's been cut loose in your league, he's probably worth picking up to see if he can help out in the coming weeks. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Colts, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We do know that Tate injured his knee in last Sunday's win over the Dolphins, but what is unclear thus far is whether or not it's an issue related to knee problems he had last year. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate (knee) was not present for the media access portion of Friday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: No word on whether or not there has been a setback with Tate's surgically-repaired knee, but after missing practice all week, it doesn't seem likely that the rookie wideout will be out there Sunday against the Colts. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) was present for the media access portion of Friday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Meriweather will probably end up listed as "questionable" for Sunday's game against the Colts, but his presence Friday bodes well for his Week 10 availability. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) was present for the media access portion of Friday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We'll have to see how he is listed Friday, but his presence is a clear indicator that Edelman should be back in the Patriots' No. 3/4 receiver mix before long. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Fri. Nov 13, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was present for the media access portion of Friday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We're not sure that Morris has much of a chance to play Sunday against the Colts, but this is certainly a step in the right direction for him. More on his official status for Week 10 once the team's official injury report comes out. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker (undisclosed injury) wore a red non-contact jersey at Thursday's practice, ESPN.com reports.
Impact: We'll see where Baker ends up on the Friday injury report, but thus far, Ben Watson has been the more consistent fantasy option at tight end for the Patriots. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) was not present at the media access portion of Thursday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Meriweather played every snap in Sunday's win over the Dolphins, but he didn't practice Wednesday either, so we'll continue to monitor his status. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was not at the media access portion of Thursday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: At this point it seems the big question regarding Morris' Week 10 status is whether he will be ruled out on Friday's injury report, or end up with a "questionable" or "doubtful" designation. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Thu. Nov 12, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss returned to practice Thursday after missing Wednesday's practice for a non-injury-related reason, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: As former Patriots safety (and current NBC analyst) Rodney Harrison pointed out, the Colts' secondary is pretty banged up, missing Bob Sanders, Marlon Jackson and Kelvin Haydon, so the Pats figure to continue to take additional downfield shots in Moss' direction in Sunday's showdown against Indianapolis. Jonathan Wilhite - #24 - Cornerback - 5'11" - 185lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wilhite (illness) does not appear on Wednesday's practice participation/injury report.
Impact: He'll be available this weekend, but with just 16 tackles in six games, Wilhite is not much of a fantasy factor yet. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Warren played through his ankle issue in Week 9, so we'll assume that he'll be able to play Sunday against the Colts, unless there's been some sort of unreported setback. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate (knee) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We'll have to see if this was a setback or if the team was simply given Tate's surgically-repaired knee a bit of a break Wednesday. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss (not injury related) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: His Wednesday absence was reported as "not injury related," but don't be surprised to see Moss listed as "probable/shoulder" come Friday. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: More on the status of Meriweather (43 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble) as the week rolls along. Dan Koppen - #67 - Center - 6'2" - 296lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Koppen (knee) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: If Koppen is unable to go this week or is limited, then Dan Connolly, who filled in well at center in Week 9, would be called upon to fill in Sunday against the Colts. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Wed. Nov 11, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: It seems unlikely that Morris will play Sunday night against the Colts, but we'll continue to monitor his progress after reports that he was spotted in the locker room Monday walking without a limp. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Maroney carried 20 times for 82 yards and a touchdown in New England's 27-17 win over Miami on Sunday.
Impact: As long as Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor remain out with injuries, Maroney should get enough carries to be a viable option, but once the Patriots return to their multi-pronged rushing attack, it's hard to rely on any one New England runner. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Welker had nine catches for 84 yards in New England's 27-17 win over Miami - Welker's former team - on Sunday.
Impact: Welker had topped 100 yards and scored at least one touchdown in each of the previous two games, so this may have been considered a disappointing performance by some. But with Tom Brady back in form, Welker remains a valuable option - especially in point-per-reception leagues. He's fifth in the NFL with 55 catches. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Moss had 147 yards receiving, including a 71-yard touchdown, as the Patriots beat Miami 27-17 on Sunday.
Impact: He also caught the two-point conversion after the touchdown. With Tom Brady back in form, Moss is back to being a must-play every week and is primed for an explosive performance like this one at any time. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
STATS
News: Brady threw for 332 yards and a touchdown as the Patriots beat Miami 27-17 on Sunday.
Impact: The former NFL MVP also was intercepted once, and it may have been disappointing that he failed to notch multiple touchdowns after he had totaled nine in the previous two games. But this may be a more realistic expectation for Brady going forward, with the Patriots facing more difficult competition this month. They're at Indianapolis on Sunday night. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Mon. Nov 9, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (MCL) walked through the Patriots' locker room Monday without a noticeable limp, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: It's thought that Morris will have to miss Week 10's game against the Colts, but we should get a better handle on his status once the Pats start practicing again on Wednesday. Darius Butler - #28 - Cornerback - 5'11" - 183lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Butler had seven tackles in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: It was easily a season-high for the rookie, who now has a total of 12 tackles in seven games. Tully Banta-Cain - #95 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 250lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Banta-Cain had a season-high nine tackles in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: His previous high was five, so we'd like to see him rack up tackles in a similar fashion again before we'd recommend Banta-Cain as an IDP. Jerod Mayo - #51 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 242lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Mayo had a team-high 12 tackles in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Now healthy and past his bye week, Mayo is once again an attractive IDP option at linebacker. Brandon McGowan - #30 - Safety - 5'11" - 207lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: McGowan had 11 tackles and a forced fumble in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: McGowan, who now has 54 tackles in eight games, has played his way into IDP consideration, having claimed a starting safety job with the Pats. Stephen Gostkowski - #3 - Kicker - 6'1" - 210lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Gostkowski made all four of his field goal attempts en route to a 13-point effort in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Now that the Patriots' bye week is behind him, Gostkowski should continue to be a productive fantasy kicker more often than not in the coming weeks. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker did not record a catch in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Baker remains a hit-or-miss fantasy option as long as fellow TE Ben Watson remains healthy. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate did not record a catch in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Tate, who returned two kickoffs for 31 yards, is an injury or two away from a major 2009 impact as a rookie, but he has some upside in dynasty leagues as he works his way back into the mix on the heels of a knee injury that ended his college career. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken caught two passes for 17 yards in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Aiken has been seeing work as the Patriots' No. 3 receiver, but with Randy Moss and Wes Welker both healthy and producing, there's usually not a lot left for Aiken. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) caught four passes for 49 yards in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Watson (19 catches for 271 yards and four TDs in eight games) continues to have a solid rapport with QB Tom Brady, so much so that fellow TE Chris Baker has been virtually a forgotten man in the Pats' offense (eight catches) thus far. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Welker caught nine passes for 84 yards in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: In six games thus far, the remarkably consistent Welker has at least eight catches in all but one of them and that week he managed six grabs. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss caught six passes for 147 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: At the halfway mark (in terms of games played), Moss is on pace to finish the season with 98 catches for 1,424 yards and 10 TDs. He's been dealing with a shoulder issue of late, but so far it hasn't been a major impediment to his production. Benjarvus Green-Ellis - #42 - Running back - 5'11" - 215lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green-Ellis had one carry for seven yards in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Green-Ellis, who dropped a potential TD pass in the end zone, continues to back up Laurence Maroney, but with Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor still ailing, that puts him an injury away from an expanded role. Kevin Faulk - #33 - Running back - 5'8" - 202lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Faulk had two carries for 15 yards and added four catches for 35 yards in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Another day at the office for Faulk, who continues to provide the Pats with workmanlike efforts as the team's change-of-pace back. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Maroney had 20 carries for 82 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: It looks like Sammy Morris will probably miss Week 10's game as well, so with Fred Taylor still sidelined, it looks like Maroney will be featured once again next Sunday against the Colts. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Brady (shoulder) completed 25-of-37 passes for 332 yards with a touchdown and an interception in Sunday's win over the Dolphins.
Impact: Facing the Colts in Week 10 will be a big test for Brady and the Patriots, but on the heels of three straight 300-plus yards efforts, keep rolling with him as long as he's healthy. Dan Koppen - #67 - Center - 6'2" - 296lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Koppen left Sunday's win over the Dolphins with a knee injury.
Impact: He was replaced at center by Dan Connolly. While Connolly did a solid job of protection in relief, there is some concern here, with left tackle Todd Light also dealing with a knee injury. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Sun. Nov 8, 2009 |
STATS
News: Green was inactive again Sunday against Indianapolis after undergoing knee surgery.
Impact: The surgery appeared to be minor and the defensive end could return soon. He'll be replaced in the meantime by Mike Wright. Jonathan Wilhite - #24 - Cornerback - 5'11" - 185lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wilhite (illness) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact: His absence will create added opportunities this weekend for Terrence Wheatley. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: With Fred Taylor and Sammy Morris still out, Maroney is in line to be the Patriots' lead back against the Dolphins on Sunday.
Impact: Look for Kevin Faulk to be used in his usual change-of-pace role, with BenJarvus Green-Ellis also in the mix to a lesser degree, but Maroney has a chance to seize control of the starting job with a strong effort this weekend. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact: Warren is a key cog on the Patriots defensive front line, but with 26 tackles and one sack through seven games, he's been a marginal IDP. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Nov 8, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact: Watson has been a hit-or-miss fantasy option thus far, but the Dolphins will be starting two rookie cornerbacks Sunday. Kendall Simmons - #71 - Guard - 6'3" - 315lbs
Sat. Nov 7, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The Patriots have released Simmons, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Simmons, who was signed by New England in early September, was inactive for six of the team's seven games this season. He may catch on elsewhere as a depth offensive lineman. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Sat. Nov 7, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green, who recently had his knee scoped, said he will not play next week against the Colts and added he will miss "a few weeks," the Boston Globe reports. "The knee feels pretty good," Green said. "Rehab is going good. We are taking it one day at a time. [The surgery] was something that had to be done. I have been playing with it for about four weeks, so it got worse and worse. We've got a lot of football left and it makes sense."
Impact: It sounds like Green plans to be ready for the Patriots' stretch run, but in the meantime, Mike Wright should continue to see added work on the team's defensive front line. Kendall Simmons - #71 - Guard - 6'3" - 315lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
STATS
News: The New England Patriots have released Simmons, who was inactive for six of his seven games with the team.
Impact: Simmons, 30, signed with the Patriots on Sept. 6 after being waived by the Pittsburgh Steelers. They chose him with the 30th pick of the first round in 2002 out of Auburn and he started all 80 games in which he played during seven seasons with Pittsburgh. He missed the entire 2004 season with a right knee injury and was limited to four games last year by a right Achilles' tendon injury. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss (shoulder) will be lining up against a Miami defense that will start two rookie cornerbacks Sunday.
Impact: It's a matchup the Patriots will likely try to exploit and as is the case with most defenses, the Dolphins will be a faced with a "pick your poison" dilemma in how they try to contain Moss and fellow starting wideout (and former Dolphin) Wes Welker. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Brady (shoulder) will be facing a Dolphins defense Sunday that will be starting two rookie cornerbacks.
Impact: Fresh off a bye week and with his arm reportedly feeling great -- despite the standard "probable" designation -- Brady slots in as the No. 1 QB on the Week 9 RotoWire Value Meter. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: It's believed that he'll be able to play this weekend, but check back with us Sunday if he is one of your IDPs. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Check back with us Sunday if Watson is someone you'd normally consider. The Dolphins will be starting two rookie corners this week, an area the Patriots are likely to target in the passing game this weekend. Matt Light - #72 - Tackle - 6'4" - 305lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Light (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: His spot will once again be taken by rookie Sebastian Vollmer, who has not looked out of place in relief of Light thus far. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: In his absence, fellow wideouts Brandon Tate and Sam Aiken will continue to work behind starters Randy Moss and Wes Welker. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: He's coming off a knee scope, but there's a chance that Green might be back in time for Week 10's game against the Colts. Fred Taylor - #21 - Running back - 6'1" - 228lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Taylor (ankle) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Taylor remains out indefinitely, but the fact that the Patriots have not placed him on IR is a sign that he has a legit chance to return at some point this season. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Fri. Nov 6, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Fred Taylor is still out as well, so it will be another week with Laurence Maroney featured, with Kevin Faulk in his usual change-of-pace role and BenJarvus Green-Ellis also in the mix to a lesser degree. More on Morris leading up to Week 10's game against the Colts. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
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News: Morris, who reportedly suffered a torn MCL in Week 6, could be back in a couple of weeks, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: It sounds like Morris is progressing, but he will miss the Dolphins game on Sunday and likely Week 10's game against the Colts. Either way, it sounds like he'll be back for the stretch run, so he might be worth a speculative pickup if you are looking for some long-term RB depth and have a roster spot to spare. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson (back) was limited at Thursday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We'll check back on Watson's status Friday, but so far he's been a hit-or-miss fantasy option. He has just three catches in the Pats' last three games, but two of them were for TDs. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: That's an upgrade from Wednesday, so things are looking up for Warren, who will likely end up listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Thu. Nov 5, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was not present for the media access portion of Thursday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Barring a big comeback on Friday, it doesn't look like we'll see Morris out there Sunday against the Dolphins. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss was listed on Wednesday's practice report with a shoulder injury, but he was able to participate fully, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Look for Moss to either not be listed on the injury report Friday or at worst, appear as "probable," but he'll be fine for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, barring a setback. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Warren believes he will be ready to play Sunday against the Dolphins and the Patriots could certainly use him, with fellow lineman Jarvis Green dealing with a knee injury. Fred Taylor - #21 - Running back - 6'1" - 228lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Taylor (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Just checking in on Taylor here after the Patriots' bye week to confirm that he is still out indefinitely. Julian Edelman - #11 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Edelman (forearm) did not practice Wednesday, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: The Patriots' bye week evidently didn't offer enough healing time for Edelman, who remains out indefinitely with a forearm injury. In his absence, fellow wideouts Brandon Tate and Sam Aiken are now working behind starters Randy Moss and Wes Welker. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
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News: Brady (shoulder) said earlier this week that he feels as good now as he's ever felt over his career, ESPN.com reports. "I don't think I've been hit a whole lot this year, it's just been one of those years where I haven't had many sacks (eight)," Brady said. "I understand how to take care of my body, get the treatment I need, so it's been a good year thus far."
Impact: Though Brady is an automatic "shoulder/probable" on the injury report virtually every week, he has been saying that his arm feels great. More importantly, he has not reported any setbacks with his surgically-repaired knee and while he was never the fleetest of foot, he's been getting around okay in the pocket thus far. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was absent from the media portion of Wednesday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: So far there hasn't been any signs that we'll see Morris Sunday against the Dolphins, but we'll continue to monitor his status as the week progresses nonetheless. Mike Wright - #99 - Defensive Tackle - 6'4" - 295lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Wright is in line for an expanded role while Jarvis Green is out, the Boston Herald reports.
Impact: Green is not expected to play this week, so Wright, who has been working as a jack-of-all-trades on the Pats' defensive front line, should be busy this Sunday. He has 17 tackles, a forced fumble and four sacks to date in his super sub role, so he might be worth a pickup if you need a Week 9 bye week plug-in. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Wed. Nov 4, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was not spotted during the media portion of Tuesday's practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: We'll see where Morris lands on Wednesday's practice participation/injury report, but so far, the signs point to him being questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Jarvis Green - #97 - Defensive End - 6'3" - 285lbs
Tue. Nov 3, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green underwent arthroscopic surgery last week to repair a menicus injury, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: Green, who has 18 tackles in seven games thus far, is already walking on his surgically-repaired knee, which is a good sign. He is likely out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, but it's possible he could play in Week 10 against the Colts. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Mon. Nov 2, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren (ankle) believes he will be ready to play Sunday against the Dolphins, the Boston Globe reports. "I'm feeling pretty good about my situation," Warren said Monday. "I'm feeling OK."
Impact: Warren may end up on the Pats' Week 9 injury report once practice gets going this week, but the team's bye couldn't have come at a better time for him. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Thu. Oct 29, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Maroney (undisclosed reason) was among the 13 Patriots not present for Thursday's bye week practice, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: As expected, Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor weren't out there either. It's worth noting that BenJarvus Green-Ellis also had the day off, so we're guessing it was just a maintenance day for the duo. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Morris (knee) was among the missing during Wednesday's bye week workout, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: The Patriots' bye comes at a good time for Morris, but it remains unclear if the extra time off will result in him having a chance to suit up once the team returns to action on Nov. 8 against the Dolphins, his former team. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Wed. Oct 28, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week for his two-interception (one for a TD) effort in Week 7 against Tampa Bay.
Impact: That's the good news. The bad news is that Meriweather and the Pats are on bye this week, so his IDP owners will have to find a Week 8 replacement for him. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
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News: Moss had five catches for 69 yards but was held out of the end zone Sunday against Tampa Bay in London, even though the Patriots beat Tampa Bay 35-7.
Impact: Moss had exploded for 129 yards and three touchdowns the previous week against Tennessee. While that kind of output won't happen every week, Tom Brady appears back on track and Moss should be one of the elite fantasy WRs after New England's bye this week. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
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News: Welker racked up 10 catches for 107 yards and a touchdown as the Patriots blew out Tampa Bay 35-7 on Sunday in London.
Impact: That gives Welker 343 yards and four touchdowns in the last three games, and with Tom Brady back on track he turns into a must-play every week once again. That is, every week after the Patriots' bye this week. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
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News: Maroney had 43 rushing yards and a touchdown in the Patriots' 35-7 drubbing of Tampa Bay on Sunday in London.
Impact: It was understandable to have high hopes for Maroney given the Buccaneers' poor run defense and the absence of Fred Taylor and Sammy Morris. Maroney was decent, but the Patriots mostly stuck to the air, proving again it's a risky proposition to rely on New England running backs for fantasy purposes. You won't have the opportunity this week, as the Patriots are on bye. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
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News: Brady threw three touchdown passes and had more than 300 yards as the Patriots beat the Buccaneers 35-7 at Wembley Stadium on Sunday in the NFL's third regular-season game at the iconic London venue.
Impact: Brady threw a pair of un-Brady-like interceptions, but that will likely be forgiven by most fantasy owners considering the rest of this numbers the last two weeks. In blowout victories over Tennessee and Tampa Bay, he has thrown for 688 yards and nine touchdowns, and his surgically repaired knee seems to be just fine. He won't score any points this week, however, as the Patriots have their bye week. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
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News: Warren injured his ankle against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and was driven off the field in a cart.
Impact: It was unclear which ankle was injured Sunday at Wembley Stadium, but Warren's right shoe was off as he was being led into the tunnel. Shawn Springs - #29 - Cornerback - 6'0" - 204lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Springs did not record a tackle in Sunday's win over the Bucs.
Impact: Jonathan Wilhite got the start over Springs at left cornerback for the second straight game, so for now, Springs is off the fantasy radar. Adalius Thomas - #96 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 270lbs
Mon. Oct 26, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: After being inactive in Week 6, Thomas started at outside linebacker for the Patriots in Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: He had just one tackle, so especially with the Pats on bye this week, Thomas is off the IDP map for the time being. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather had two tackles and two interceptions (including a 39-yard return for a TD) in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: The ball-hawking points are a nice bonus for Meriweather owners, but note that the Patriots are on bye in Week 8. Jerod Mayo - #51 - Linebacker - 6'1" - 242lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Mayo had eight tackles in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: The Patriots have a bye in Week 8, but Mayo is worth keeping around if you have the roster flexibility to do so. If not, he'll be worth targeting leading up to Week 9. Stephen Gostkowski - #3 - Kicker - 6'1" - 210lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Gostkowski recorded five extra points in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: Gostkowski is a nice kicking option more often than not, but note the Patriots have a bye in Week 8, so adjust accordingly. Chris Baker - #86 - Tight End - 6'3" - 258lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Baker caught three passes for 26 yards in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: The three catches are a season-high for Baker, who has yet to have a big game for the Pats. Ben Watson - #84 - Tight End - 6'3" - 255lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Watson caught one pass -- a 35-yard TD -- in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: Watson has just 15 catches over the Pats first seven games, but four were for TDs, giving him some value, ideally as a bye-week plug in. Sam Aiken - #88 - Wide Receiver - 6'2" - 215lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Aiken caught two passes for 66 yards -- including a 54-yard TD -- in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: Aiken earns most of his keep for his role as a special-teamer, but there will be some looks for him now that Joey Galloway is gone and Julian Edelman is hurt. Just don't expect big plays to become the norm for him. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss (shoulder) caught five passes for 69 yards in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: Moss will now have the Patriots' bye week to recover from aches and pains that range from his current shoulder issue to his back, which bothered him earlier in the year. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate gained 11 yards on a reverse and returned a pair of kickoffs for 44 yards in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: Tom Brady also looked Tate's way on a deep ball that ended up as a pick, but despite the modest numbers it looks like the rookie will be healthy enough to contribute and is one to watch in the coming weeks. Kevin Faulk - #33 - Running back - 5'8" - 202lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Faulk had two carries for 19 yards and added two catches for five yards in Sunday's win over the Bucs.
Impact: It's clear that the Patriots are most comfortable with Faulk in a change-of-pace role, so the absence of Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor hasn't affected his value much. Benjarvus Green-Ellis - #42 - Running back - 5'11" - 215lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Green-Ellis had seven carries for six yards in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs Sunday.
Impact: Green-Ellis is clearly working behind Laurence Maroney (13/43/1), but as long as Sammy Morris and Fred Taylor are out, he'll be involved in the Patriots' ground game. Wes Welker - #83 - Wide Receiver - 5'9" - 185lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Welker had 10 catches for 107 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs. He also ran once for six yards.
Impact: Welker -- who also returned four punts, averaging 13 yards -- continues to produce and now has 46 catches and four TDs in the five games he has played thus far. Following the Pats' bye week, next up for Welker is his old team, the Dolphins, a game he should have no trouble getting psyched for. Laurence Maroney - #39 - Running back - 5'11" - 220lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Maroney carried 13 times for 43 yards with a touchdown in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: BenJarvus Green-Ellis had seven carries for six yards and Kevin Faulk ran twice for 19 yards, but it seems clear that as long as Sammy Morris is out (as is Fred Taylor), Maroney will be the Pats' lead back. The team returns to action in Week 9, after a bye, so we'll have to see if that gives Morris enough time to get himself back into the equation. Tom Brady - #12 - Quarterback - 6'4" - 225lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Brady (shoulder) completed 23-of-32 passes for 308 yards with three TDs and two interceptions in Sunday's 35-7 win over the Bucs.
Impact: The two picks are about the only real blemish on Brady's last two weeks from a fantasy perspective, as he dismantled a pair of teams that are a combined 0-12. The Pats are on bye in Week 8, and figure to have more of a challenge on their hands in Week 9, when they host the Dolphins. Ty Warren - #94 - Defensive Tackle - 6'5" - 300lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Warren suffered an ankle injury in Sunday's win over the Bucs, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: More on Warren's status in the coming days. Before his injury, Warren had three tackles. Sammy Morris - #34 - Running back - 6'0" - 220lbs
Sun. Oct 25, 2009 |
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News: Morris was inactive Sunday against Miami, the second straight game he's missed with a knee injury.
Impact: Morris hurt his knee in the 59-0 win over the Tennessee Titans on Oct. 18. Matthew Slater - #18 - Wide Receiver - 6'0" - 198lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Slater, who has worked as a safety of late, was spotted with the receiver group before Sunday's game against the Bucs, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: He could actually factor in along with Brandon Tate and Sam Aiken for reserve wideout reps, with Joey Galloway having been released and Julian Edleman out. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Tate (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: It's uncertain how much he will be used out of the gate, but if his wheels are there, there is a chance for him to emerge, as Sam Aiken as the Pats' No. 3 receiver (while Julian Edelman is out) is hardly written in stone. Adalius Thomas - #96 - Linebacker - 6'2" - 270lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Thomas is active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: He's out there, but it remains to be seen how much he will be used after having been a healthy scratch last weekend. James Sanders - #36 - Safety - 5'10" - 210lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Sanders (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: Sanders is back, but Brandon McGowan has been starting over Sanders of late, which limits his IDP viability. Brandon Meriweather - #31 - Safety - 5'11" - 200lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Meriweather (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: Feel free to use Meriweather, who has 37 tackles and a forced fumble to date, as you normally would. Shawn Springs - #29 - Cornerback - 6'0" - 204lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Springs (knee) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: Springs (26 tackles in six games ) worked in a reserve role last weekend, so we'd like to see him to return to a full and productive workload before endorsing him as a lineup option again. Randy Moss - #81 - Wide Receiver - 6'4" - 210lbs
Oct 25, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: Moss (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bucs.
Impact: The reintroduction of the deep ball to the Patriots' game plan bodes well for Moss' chances of making an impact in the coming weeks. Brandon Tate - #19 - Wide Receiver - 6'1" - 195lbs
Sat. Oct 24, 2009 |
RotoWire
News: The Patriots have activated Tate (knee) and have added him to their 53-man active roster, the Boston Globe reports.
Impact: With Julian Edelman out, Tate slots in as a fourth receiver/punt and kickoff returner with some upside, provided he is all the way back from last year's torn ACL and MCL. |
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