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December 15, 2007 Saints placed K Olindo Mare (hip) on injured reserve, ending his season. Martin Gramatica will take over. Mare was a huge disappointment early in the season, along with the rest of the Saints' offense, but unlike them never really got it together. New Orleans should bring in more cost effective offseason competition.

December 15, 2007 The Providence Journal, reports New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson (ankle) was limited in practice Friday and he is questionable for Week 15.

December 15, 2007 The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap (hamstring) missed the team's practice Friday, Dec. 14, and he is not expected to play in Week 15.

December 15, 2007 Tony Gonzalez (ankle, probable) went through an unlimited practice Friday. He'll start against a Titans defense that's been effective at holding tight ends in check this year, but recently lost starting SS Chris Hope to I.R.

December 15, 2007 New York Giants TE Jeremy Shockey (abdominal) participated in short yardage and goal line drills during practice Friday. He is listed as questionable for Week 15 but will play in the game.

December 15, 2007 The North County Times, reports San Diego Chargers TE Antonio Gates (back) is expected to play in Week 15.

December 15, 2007 Plaxico Burress (ankle) was held out of Giants practice Friday. As usual, Plax should be checked on by owners Sunday to make sure he's active, but there's little doubt he will despite his "questionable" tag.

December 15, 2007 Roddy White (knee) returned to a limited practice Friday. He's listed as questionable. It would have been nice to see a full practice from White, but he finished Monday night's game. That usually means a player will play the next week.

December 15, 2007 AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald (groin) was limited in practice Friday. Fitzgerald is listed as questionable but should be available to play Week 15.

December 15, 2007 Anquan Boldin (questionable, toe) will be a game-time decision Sunday at New Orleans. Boldin upped his practice participation this week with limited workouts on both Thursday and Friday, and is reportedly looking better.

December 15, 2007 The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets WR Laveranues Coles (ankle) was limited during practice Friday. He is listed as questionable for Week 15 but is expected to play in the game.

December 15, 2007 New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) did not practice Friday and is listed as out for Week 15.

December 8, 2007 Ravens TE Todd Heap (thigh) is officially listed as questionable for Week 14 vs. Indianapolis, but head coach Brian Billick offered up other thoughts Friday, according to the Baltimore Sun. Billick said that he considers Heap "doubtful" for Week 14. He made this comments after Friday's practice in which Heap did not participate. He took limited reps earlier in the week. Quinn Sypniewski is expected to start in Heap's place.

December 8, 2007 Reggie Bush has a partially torn left knee ligament that likely won't require surgery but could sideline him for Monday night's game at Atlanta and possibly for the rest of the season. A person familiar with the injury told The Associated Press that Bush did not expect to play Monday night and likely would not risk further aggravating the injury by playing again this season. The person requested anonymity because of the delicacy of the situation. Saints coach Sean Payton said Bush would be listed as questionable on the injury report and added whether Bush plays against the Falcons will be a game-time decision. "We'll monitor where he's at," Payton said after Friday's practice, which Bush sat out. "I'm still hopeful for this weekend's game based on how he practiced yesterday." Payton added it was "a little premature," to predict Bush would miss the rest of the season. He was expected to seek a second opinion from Dr. James Andrews, an orthopedic surgeon based in Birmingham, Ala.

December 8, 2007 Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Friday that WR Larry Fitzgerald (groin) is listed as questionable and will be a game-time decision Week 14 at Seattle. Fitzgerald, who has been limited in practice all week, did his most strenous workout on Friday. He said he felt good afterward, according to NFL.com.

December 8, 2007 Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Friday that WR Anquan Boldin (toe) is listed as questionable and will be a game-time decision Week 14 at Seattle. Boldin finally took to the practice field Friday, but is still looking for the perfect orthotic fit so he can play against the Seahawks. "I found one that was a little better," Boldin told NFL.com. "We took the plate out of the bottom. If I can (play), I will. … I have never been in this position (with a team in contention). I want to take full advantage of it."

December 8, 2007 Bills rookie running back Marshawn Lynch is likely to play Sunday when Buffalo hosts the winless Dolphins. Lynch, who missed the last three games because of a severely sprained left ankle, is listed as questionable. He practiced Friday for the third straight time this week, and coach Dick Jauron said he's optimistic Lynch will be able to return. Lynch has seven touchdowns this season. He has 751 yards rushing, which still ranks 15th in the NFL.

December 8, 2007 Colts WR Marvin Harrison (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 14 at Baltimore. He did not practice Thursday or Friday after limited reps Wednesday. Harrison has been held out for the last six games and is stuck on 20 catches for 247 yards and one touchdown. Whether Harrison will be able to play in the Ravens game remains uncertain. "By Saturday, I think we'll know what's going to happen and there's a chance he could play," head coach Tony Dungy said on Thursday.

December 1, 2007 Javon Walker (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 13. He practiced without limits for the second straight day Friday. The Broncos limited Walker on Wednesday before throwing him into full workouts Thursday and Friday, and he responded by finishing them.

December 1, 2007 Devin Hester (probable, foot) was limited in Bears practice Friday. The "probable" tag means he's virtually certain to be ready and waiting for the ball if Giants P Jeff Feagles decides to kick to Hester. The Giants say that's not going to happen, but we'll find out for sure on Sunday.

December 1, 2007 Indianapolis Colts WR Marvin Harrison (knee) did not practice Friday, Nov. 30. Harrison is not expected to play but is a game-time decision for Week 13.

December 1, 2007 The Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 30. He is listed as probable for Week 13 and will play in the game.

December 1, 2007 The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap (hamstring) did not practice Friday, Nov. 30, and is listed as questionable for Week 13. Heap is likely a game-time decision.

December 1, 2007 The Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Ahman Green (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 30, but is listed as out for Week 13.

December 1, 2007 The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens RB Willis McGahee (ankle) practiced Friday, Nov. 30. McGahee is listed as probable and is expected to play Week 13.

December 1, 2007 The Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 30. He will be able to play Week 13.

December 1, 2007 The Denver Post, reports Denver Broncos RB Andre Hall (ankle) did not practice Friday, Nov. 30, and is not expected to play Week 13.

December 1, 2007 The Philadelphia Daily News, reports Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb (ankle, thumb) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 30. He is listed as doubtful for Week 13 and will likely not play in the game.

December 1, 2007 The Philadelphia Daily News, reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 30. He is probable for Week 13 and is expected to play in the game.

November 25, 2007 The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens TE Todd Heap (hamstring) is doubtful for Week 12 and not expected to play.

November 25, 2007 Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren expects D.J. Hackett (knee) to play Sunday against the Rams despite calling him "questionable" on the injury report.

November 25, 2007 Both coach Mike Shanahan and Javon Walker (knee, questionable) say they expect Walker to play Sunday against the Bears. Walker experienced knee swelling after going through complete practices Wednesday and Thursday, and was limited Friday. Due to the unpredictable nature of a swollen knee (see Ahman Green), there is still plenty of reason to believe Walker could be inactive. Consider him a classic game-day decision and have alternatives ready. Brandon Stokley would start if Walker can't.

November 25, 2007 Reggie Williams was added to Jacksonville's Week 12 injury report with a back injury. He is listed as questionable. Williams, who is not a starter but shares snaps about evenly with Ernest Wilford, has caught five touchdown passes this season. He was limited in practice Friday and is uncertain to play on Sunday against the Bills.

November 25, 2007 The Tampa Tribune, reports Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Michael Pittman (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 23. He is listed as doubtful for Week 12.

November 25, 2007 The Newark Star-Ledger believes Derrick Ward (groin, ankle) is a "long shot" to play on Sunday against the Vikings. Ward is listed as doubtful. With Brandon Jacobs (hamstring) also likely out, it appears running back duties will mostly fall to Reuben Droughns, with rookie Ahmad Bradshaw possibly getting a few touches.

November 25, 2007 New York Giants RB Brandon Jacobs (hamstring) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 23. He is listed as out for Week 12. He is considered week-to-week.

November 25, 2007 Jesse Chatman (ankle, questionable) remains a game-time decision for Monday night after being limited in practice Saturday. Those covering the Dolphins say Chatman didn't improve, and reportedly got worse, as the week wore on. If Chatman is declared inactive Monday evening, Ricky Williams would be a desperate flex play in a tough matchup at Pittsburgh. Ricky probably won't see a full workload in his first game back.

November 25, 2007 The Eagles have downgraded QB Donovan McNabb (ankle, thumb) to "out" for Week 12. A.J. Feeley gets the nod Sunday at New England, while special teamer J.R. Reed will take Mikell's spot at strong safety. Feeley has a difficult matchup and should only be used in two-QB leagues.

November 19, 2007 Kurt Warner and the Cardinals face a favorable matchup at Cincinnati in Week 11. The Bengals rank 28th in pass defense and have allowed 20 passing touchdowns this season, second most in the league. The Bengals have played nine games this year; they've given up at least two passing scores in seven of them.

November 19, 2007 The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that while Falcons coach Bobby Petrino was not ready to name his starting QB for Week 11 vs. Tampa Bay, he was optimistic Byron Leftwich would be ready to play based on a report from the team's trainer. Petrino said earlier this week that Leftwich would start for the club when he's healthy, not Joey Harrington, who led the team to their two most recent victories.

November 19, 2007 The good news is that the Bears listed QB Brian Griese (shoulder) as probable for Week 11 at Seattle. The bad news is that he still won't start over Rex Grossman in the game.

November 19, 2007 Lions QB Jon Kitna (back) is listed as probable for Week 11 vs. N.Y. Giants. He dealt with a sore back on Wednesday, but went through full practices Thursday and Friday. Kitna will have a tall order ahead in the Giants, who rank ninth in pass defense. They also lead the NFL in sacks with 32.

November 19, 2007 According to BuffaloBills.com, RB Marshawn Lynch missed practice for a third straight day Friday and is likely to either be named doubtful or out later today when coach Dick Jauron addresses the media.

November 19, 2007 According to the Houston Chronicle, Texans RB Ahman Green will not suit up against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Coach Gary Kubiak said Ron Dayne will get the start because of continued swelling in Green's knee. Kubiak would not say for sure if Green will play again this season. "He will not play Sunday," Kubiak said. "He will be down.

November 19, 2007 Eagles RB Brian Westbrook missed practice for the second straight day with a knee injury and is questionable for the Eagles' game against Miami on Sunday. "I think he'll be ready to go," coach Andy Reid said Friday. "It's not bad. There's a little swelling." Westbrook missed one game earlier this season with an abdominal injury and often plays despite missing practice. Reid said Westbrook noticed some swelling in his knee after lifting weights following Wednesday's practice. He was held out of practice the next two days because the team practiced indoors on an artificial surface. If Westbrook doesn't play, Correll Buckhalter would start.

November 19, 2007 The Colts released their injury report for Week 11 against the Chiefs and have listed WR Marvin Harrison as questionable with a knee injury that has kept him sidelined for several games. The Colts issued no further statements about his status. He has 20 catches for 247 yards and one touchdown in five games.

November 19, 2007 Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith is listed as questionable after missing his third straight practice Friday with a shin contusion. Fox said Smith will be a game-time decision.

November 19, 2007 Giants WR Plaxico Burress (ankle) is listed as questionable for Week 11 at Detroit after missing another full week of practice. Burress had had a season-long problem with his ankle. It has prevented him from practicing most of the season, but he has not missed a game and leads the team with eight touchdown catches. "He is doing OK," head coach Tom Coughlin said Wednesday.

November 10, 2007 Broncos QB Jay Cutler (ankle) is listed as probable for Week 10 at Kansas City. Cutler took full practice reps all week and appears as though he will face the Chiefs.

November 10, 2007 Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger (hip) is listed as probable for Week 10 vs. Cleveland. He went through full practices Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday. Roethlisberger sustained a minor hip injury Week 9 against the Ravens.

November 10, 2007 Lions QB Jon Kitna (left shoulder) is listed as probable for Week 10 at Arizona. He went through full practices Thursday and Friday after limited reps Wednesday.

November 10, 2007 Broncos RB Travis Henry (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 10 at Kansas City. Henry returned to limited reps in practice Friday after sitting out the previous two days. Henry was not able to practice Thursday because the swelling had not reduced in his knee, according to The Denver Post.

November 10, 2007 Titans RB LenDale White had full participation in practice Friday after being limited Thursday with a toe injury. He is expected to play Sunday against the Jaguars.

November 10, 2007 Saints RB Reggie Bush took limited practice reps for the second straight session Friday and the team has opted to list him as questionable for Week 10 vs. St. Louis. Bush did not practice Wednesday because of a sore left knee, but felt better on Thursday.

November 10, 2007 Seahawks RB Shaun Alexander (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 10 vs. San Francisco. Alexander hurt the knee and ankle while rushing for 32 yards on 14 carries Week 9 against the Browns. Alexander did not practice for the third straight session Friday, but did some conditioning drills, according to the Tacoma News-Tribune. He is expected to be a game-time decision.

November 10, 2007 Colts receiver Marvin Harrison's bruised left knee will keep him out Week 10 at San Diego. Harrison didn't make the trip to San Diego on Saturday. He participated in limited practice work this week and was previously listed as questionable for the game.

November 10, 2007 Giants WR Plaxico Burress did not practice Friday and was listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. Burress has not taken part in practice for most of the season while he contends with a nagging right ankle injury he sustained in training camp.Expect Burress to play against the Cowboys. Consider him a No. 1 WR in this matchup. In his first game against Dallas this season, he totaled 144 yards and three touchdowns.

November 3, 2007 Todd Heap (hamstring) went through limited drills for the Ravens Thursday. The Ravens appear to be easing Heap back into it after he missed a pair of games prior to the team's Week 8 bye. He's fully expected to start against Pittsburgh on Monday night, and could be listed as probable Friday.

November 3, 2007 Alge Crumpler (knee, ankle) missed another practice on Thursday. Crumpler is now looking doubtful to play against San Francisco, which is a bad sign considering he's coming off a bye. Dwayne Blakley is his backup.

November 3, 2007 Deion Branch (foot) missed his second straight practice Thursday. He did perform some conditioning drills. It doesn't look like he'll face the Browns at this point, despite Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren saying Wednesday that Branch has a 50-50 chance to do so. He'll likely be called questionable at best on Friday's injury report.

November 3, 2007 While coach Gary Kubiak indicated after Thursday's practice that Andre Johnson has a good chance to play Sunday at Oakland, the Houston Chronicle reports the people around Johnson are telling him to sit out. Johnson resumed working with the first-team offense this week, but clearly isn't at full strength and may risk aggravating his knee injury before Houston's Week 10 bye. Johnson's original plan was reportedly to sit out the game, but strides he made in practice Thursday have the team thinking he could play. Even if he goes, Johnson could see limited snaps on Sunday.

November 3, 2007 Minnesota Vikings WR Bobby Wade (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 1. He is doubtful for Week 9. If he does play in the game, he will likely give up his punt return duties to CB Charles Gordon or RB Mewelde Moore.

November 3, 2007 Santa Rosa Press Democrat, reports San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) was limited in practice Thursday, Nov. 1. It is believed he will play Week 9.

November 3, 2007 Associated Press reports Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub (concussion) will not play Week 9. QB Sage Rosenfels will get the start in his absence. Head coach Gary Kubiak believes Schaub could serve as the emergency quarterback for the game if necessary.

October 27, 2007 The 49ers have officially listed RB Frank Gore as probable for Week 8 against the Saints after an ankle injury limited him in practice this week. Gore's already said he expects to play this week. "It was all right, and it'll get better day by day," said Gore, who has just 394 yards rushing after leading the NFC last year. "We'll just wrap it up, and I'll try to go out there and play on it."

October 27, 2007 According to Rams coach Scott Linehan, RB Steven Jackson could be limited this week in his return against the Browns. Jackson has missed the past three games with a partial tear in his groin. "It wouldn't be normal," Linehan said of Jackson's workload. "It will be modified from his normal (workload). It depends on how he feels, but it won't be every play of the game."

October 27, 2007 Rudi Johnson did some light drills during pre-practice warm-ups Friday, but hasn't gone through even a limited workout in two weeks. Kenny Watson, who had a huge Week 7, will start again. He makes for a solid flex play in points-per-reception leagues, but don't expect another big day against the Steelers.

October 27, 2007 Indianapolis Colts WR Marvin Harrison (knee) did not practice Friday, Oct. 26. His status is out for Week 8.

October 27, 2007 The Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB Vernand Morency (knee) participated in practice Friday, Oct. 26. He is listed as probable for Week 8 and is expected to play in the game.

October 27, 2007 The Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers RB DeShawn Wynn (neck) participated in practice Friday, Oct. 26. He is listed as probable for Week 8 and is expected to play in the game.

October 27, 2007 Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans QB Matt Schaub (ankle, hip) practiced Friday, Oct. 26. Schaub is listed as probable. He will work out Saturday, Oct. 27, to see if he can start but probably will not start Week 8.

October 27, 2007 Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans RB Ahman Green (knee) practiced Friday, Oct. 26. It is uncertain whether he will play Week 8.

October 20, 2007 The Houston Chronicle, reports Houston Texans WR Andre Johnson (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Oct. 19, and will not play Week 7. He will likely not come back until after the team's bye week.

October 20, 2007 The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens WR Derrick Mason (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Oct. 19. He is listed as probable for Week 7 and will start in the game.

October 20, 2007 Travis Henry's hearing on the appeal of the NFL's ruling that he violated the drug policy has been tentatively scheduled for November 5th. The hearing is "tentative" because Henry is appealing the case in New York courts and that could postpone things. Regardless, it appears the earliest Henry could start serving his suspension is in Week 10.

October 20, 2007 Patriots TE Ben Watson was listed as "questionable" on Friday's injury report. Watson didn't practice all week, and will likely be a game-time decision. Owners should definitely have a backup plan in place. Kyle Brady would start in his absence and make a borderline TE2 option.

October 20, 2007 ChicagoBears.com, reports Chicago Bears RB Adrian N. Peterson has been replacing RB Cedric Benson in passing situations due to Peterson's experience in pass blocking and pass protections. Bears offensive coordinator Ron Turner said, "Cedric is to the point now where he can do that. He's much more comfortable doing that and we can keep him in there. But A.P. is a very smart player protection-wise and very experienced. He's seen a lot of things in that type of situation, so we've had him in there. But we could very easily go with Cedric. He's to the point now where he can handle that."

October 20, 2007 According to the Nashville Tennessean, Kerry Collins remains the favorite to start for the Titans this weekend. Vince Young went through a limited workout on Friday with the scout team, but apparently that wasn't enough to convince those close to the team that he'll start at Houston. It appears for now that V.Y. will be Collins' active backup on game day, but that Collins will start against the Texans.

October 20, 2007 With Chris Brown (ankle) not expected to play Sunday, the Texans may turn to Quinton Ganther to back up LenDale White, instead of Chris Henry. Although coach Jeff Fisher says he's comfortable with Henry's ability to pass protect, it appears he doesn't feel confident giving the rookie the ball. That is a strong statement about where the struggling second-rounder is at. LenDale White is a must play RB2 this weekend against the Texans.

October 14, 2007 The Charlotte Observer, reports Carolina Panthers QB Vinny Testaverde would likely start in Week 6 if QB David Carr (back) is unable to play.

October 14, 2007 The Detroit News confirms a report that Tatum Bell has asked to be traded, but says the Lions don't have any apparent interest in dealing him. "(GM Matt Millen) said he had every intention of keeping Tatum," Bell's agent told the newspaper Friday. "Unless something were to change, this (Detroit) is where it's at." Although Kevin Jones has lasting injury concerns, the Lions would be silly not to deal away Bell for the right price. He's in a contract year and a number of teams could be intrigued by his talent.

October 14, 2007 Newsday speculates that Alge Crumpler could be used to chip more now that undrafted rookie Renardo Foster is Atlanta's starting left tackle. Crumpler blocking more would hurt his fantasy potential for Monday night, but may help the Falcons, whose starting tackle tandem is a serious mismatch against Giants defensive ends Osi Umenyiora and Michael Strahan.

October 14, 2007 The Ravens believe Steve McNair's back injury may have resulted from stress on his previously injured groin. "(The back) just tightened up," coach Brian Billick said. "I'm not sure the groin didn't lead to some tightness in the back and the things he's having to do. It's just part of working through the week."

October 14, 2007 Mark Clayton reportedly strained his Achilles' tendon two weeks ago. Clayton isn't on the injury report, but says he's still not 100% after battling foot and toe injuries all preseason and now this. Derrick Mason has been the beneficiary of Clayton's struggles. Mason leads the NFL in catches.

October 14, 2007 Vincent Jackson practiced full again Friday and is listed as probable for Week 6. Jackson will start against a Raiders secondary that is headed by Nnamdi Asomugha. Football Outsiders ranks Oakland as the NFL's third toughest team against opposing No. 1 receivers. You should be able to do better as a WR2.

October 14, 2007 Despite being listed as "questionable" for Week 6, the Associated Press reports Laveranues Coles is expected to play against the Eagles. Coles was limited in practice all week due to a reported knee injury, but appears safe to keep in fantasy lineups.

September 29, 2007 Giants RB Brandon Jacobs (knee) went through a full practice Friday and is listed as questionable for Week 4 vs. Philadelphia. According to NFL.com, Giants head coach Tom Coughlin said Jacobs' status will be a game-time decision. Giants RB Derrick Ward is also listed as questionable with an ankle injury. He did not practice Friday after limited reps Thursday.

TSeptember 29, 2007 he Arizona Republic reports that Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin missed practice for the third time this week on Friday with a bruised hip and is listed as doubtful for Week 4 vs. Pittsburgh. Bryant Johnson is expected to start opposite Larry Fitzgerald this week.

September 29, 2007 The Vikings will get a boost Week 4 against the Packers with the return of running back Chester Taylor, who injured his hip in the first quarter of the season opener against Atlanta and hasn't played since. Taylor rushed for over 1,200 yards last season and will start against the Packers to help reduce some of the work load on rookie star Adrian Peterson.

September 29, 2007 Eagles RB Brian Westbrook missed practice Friday with an abdomen strain. It's the third practice Westbrook has missed this week. He is listed as questionable for Week 4 at N.Y. Giants.

September 29, 2007 Steelers WR Hines Ward has been ruled out of Sunday's game at Arizona because of a sprained right knee. Ward, a four-time Pro Bowl receiver, has missed only three games to injury in his 10-season NFL career. He sat out two games last December because of a hyperextended knee, and missed a 2005 game that ended a streak of games played at 116. Nate Washington is expected to replace Ward.

September 29, 2007 The Houston Chronicle reports Friday that Texans RB Ahman Green's knee isn't swelling as much as earlier this week, and he won't rule himself out for Week 4 at Atlanta. "I'll know when I wake up in the morning that day," he said. "But everything is getting better because I'm not pounding on it, and I'm getting treatment. The swelling has gone down."

September 29, 2007 Chiefs WR Eddie Kennison (hamstring) is out for Week 4 at San Diego. Kennison went through limited practice reps all week, but the team doesn't feel he is ready to return. He has not played since injuring himself Week 1.

September 29, 2007 Texans WR Jacoby Jones (shoulder) is out for Week 4 at Atlanta. Jones did not practice with the team at all during the week. Jones separated his shoulder in the third quarter against the Colts in Week 3. Jones said he likely will miss two to three weeks.

September 29, 2007 Packers WR Donald Driver (toe) is listed as probable for Week 4 at Minnesota. He has gone through full practices Thursday and Friday after limited reps Wednesday. In his past five games against the Vikings, Driver has 39 catches for 650 yards and five touchdowns. In his last game at Minnesota, Driver had a career-best 191 yards.

September 20, 2007 The Miami Herald, reports Miami Dolphins WR Marty Booker (knee) limped out of the locker room Wednesday with ice on his right knee. Booker said it was nothing to worry about and we will be fine for Sunday.

September 20, 2007 The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs RB Larry Johnson did not participate in practice Wednesday, Sept. 19, but is expected to play Week 3. He is scheduled to practice Thursday, Sept. 20.

September 20, 2007 The Tennessean, reports Tennessee Titans RB LenDale White (foot) missed the team's practice Wednesday, Sept. 19. He will be questionable for the team's Week 3 game.

September 20, 2007 Andre Johnson's sprained knee will be examined again on Friday, and the Texans expect to provide a timetable for when he may return then. He could miss anywhere from one week to one month. "I know that it's very favorable that this could be a short-term deal," coach Gary Kubiak said after practice Wednesday. "I don't think we'll know until he's re-examined."

September 20, 2007 The Bergen Record, reports New York Jets QB Chad Pennington (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, Sept. 19. He is expected to start Week 3.

September 20, 2007 The Providence Journal, reports New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (shoulder) was limited in practice Wednesday.

September 20, 2007 The Minneapolis Star-Tribune reports that "barring a miraculous recovery by" Tarvaris Jackson, Kelly Holcomb will be the Vikings' Week 3 starter. Holcomb reportedly took the bulk of the first-team snaps Wednesday while Jackson looked on, limping noticeably and nursing his groin strain.

September 20, 2007 The Philadelphia Daily News, reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook is expected play Week 3, pending the MRI done on his knee.

September 20, 2007 Deuce McAllister is expected to wear a visor on his helmet to protect his injured left eye. McAllister's eye was bruised and poked Sunday and he also has a sore knee, but every indication is that he'll play in Week 3. An MRI and CT scan on the eye reportedly showed no significant damage, although McAllister said Wednesday that he "ain't crazy about" wearing a visor.

September 20, 2007 After publicly expressing his frustration with a lack of catches earlier this week, Vernon Davis met with coach Mike Nolan to discuss his role in the offense Wednesday. "I admire him for having the courage to do it," Nolan said. "He said, 'Coach, I want to know what I can do to get the ball more.' I said it's about being prepared. Any player that wants the ball more, or wants to play, they have to maintain their work ethic. The real key now for him is that he continues to work." Expect Davis' numbers to be just fine once the 49ers are forced to throw a little more often.

September 20, 2007 The Dolphins rank last in the NFL in rushing, but plan to run the ball more this week."We need to run the ball more," said Dolphins head coach Cam Cameron. Ronnie Brown has just 11 carries in each game this year, but went over 100 yards twice last season against the Jets.

September 12, 2007 Adam Schefter, for NFL.com, reports the Oakland Raiders may place QB JaMarcus Russell on the Physically Unable to Perform list because of his delayed signing. If the team does not place him on the PUP list, the Raiders will likely ask for a two-week roster exemption for Russell.

September 12, 2007 The Lions signed running back Aveion Cason and cut wide receiver Brandon Middleton on Wednesday. Cason, who was released by Detroit just before the season started, provides needed depth because backup T.J. Duckett (ankle) was injured in the win over Oakland and running back Kevin Jones (foot) is slowly working his way back into playing shape. Middleton was not active against the Raiders, and was one of the final players to make Detroit's team. In Cason's career, he has run for 517 yards and three touchdowns and has 499 yards receiving with two scores with Detroit, Dallas and St. Louis.

September 12, 2007 Brian Westbrook is always looking for a touchdown, but he'll be anxious to get one against the Redskins this Monday night. That's because Westbrook hasn't scored on the Skins since November of 2004, when he caught two touchdowns. His last rushing TD against the Redskins came in October in 2003. It's not all bad: Westbrook has topped 100 total yards in four of his last five against Washington.

September 12, 2007 When it comes to receiving yardage, TE L.J. Smith comes up short against the Redskins. In eight career games, Smith has topped 50 yards once and 25 yards twice. He has caught for less than 15 yards in four of his last five against Washington and only owns two TDs against them. He and the Eagles host the Redskins in Week 2 action.

September 12, 2007 Nate Burleson, expected to see significant playing time in place of D.J. Hackett (ankle) this week, caught two passes for 12 yards with a touchdown in two games against the Cardinals last season. His Seahawks face the Cards in Arizona in Week 2

September 12, 2007 McDonald has emerged into a quality No. 4 WR for the pass-happy Lions. Last week he caught six passes for 90 yards when faced with the Raiders' third- and fourth-best cornerbacks.

September 12, 2007 Expect a rough week for Tatum Bell and the Lions RBs in Week 2 vs. Minnesota. Last season, Lions RBs totaled five rush yards (that's not a typo) in two games against the Vikings' amazing run defense. The Lions ran the ball 20 times in those game and passed 83 times. Want some good news? Lions RBs accounted for 136 receiving yards on 15 catches with a touchdown in those two contests.

September 12, 2007 Buccaneers.com reports that the team has come to an injury settlement with veteran WR David Boston and has re-signed WR Mark Jones. Boston hurt himself during warmups before Week 1 at Seattle, but also was arrested for DUI on Aug. 23. A report from a urine test says that Boston tested positive for the drug GHB. The Bucs didn't want to deal with this problem, so they cut him loose and brought back Jones, who has been a special-teams player for them in the past.

September 5, 2007 Maurice Stovall is listed as the Buccaneers' starting flanker on their most updated depth chart. The depth chart is so up to date that even Jeremiah Trotter, whose signing the team announced Tuesday, is on it. The Bucs will use a committee at flanker to start the season, but Stovall is the favorite to see the most snaps.

TSeptember 5, 2007 he Rams will take a "wait-and-see approach" before determining a role for newly acquired running back Antonio Pittman. He'll most li