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Injury Status: Week 9

2009-11-05 13:52:04
By JEFF PAUR
Sr Fantasy Writer
RealTime Fantasy Sports

Not sure how this is happening at the halfway point of the season, but there aren't a ton of injuries to report this week. Sure, we have some guys dinged and a few out for the season, but for the most part, the list of marquee players is surprisingly small for this time of the year. We know this can change in a hurry, though, so enjoy it while you can.

Calvin Johnson, WR, Lions. Johnson already is taking part in practice this week, which is a good sign. The Lions are cautiously optimistic Johnson will be ready to go this week. His knee injury is progressing pretty well. At this point, expect Johnson to play, barring a setback late in the week.

Donald Brown, RB, Colts. Brown remains slowed by a shoulder injury. He thought he could play last week, but was held out of action. Brown seems to have a decent shot at returning, but nothing is certain until we see how much he is able to practice this week. Consider Brown a game-time decision for Week 9. Joseph Addai would get almost all of the work at running back if Brown is out, again.

Brian Westbrook, RB, Eagles. Westbrook has been cleared for football activities and is already practicing in full this week. He should be just fine for the Week 9 game. Expect Westbrook to get near his normal workload in his first game back from the concussion. Rookie LeSean McCoy moves back to his backup role.

Anthony Gonzalez, WR, Colts. Gonzalez doesn't seem much closer to returning from his knee surgery. There are even reports Gonzalez is going to get a second opinion on the knee, which is never a good thing. We wouldn't count on Gonzalez returning any time soon.

Mario Manningham, WR, Giants. Manningham was a late scratch for the Week 8 game because of a shoulder injury. He was injured in practice late in the week. Manningham has been limited in practice this week, but is practicing some, which is a decent sign. He has a shot to play, but looks like a game-time decision at this point. Hakeem Nicks gets the larger role in the Giants offense if Manningham is out again this week.

Muhsin Muhammad, WR, Panthers. Muhammad missed last week's game because of a knee injury. He hasn't practiced yet this week and seems iffy to play. We wouldn't count on him playing, giving Dwayne Jarrett another start at receiver for the Panthers in Week 9.

Anquan Boldin, WR, Cardinals. Boldin re-aggravated his ankle sprain during last week's game. He isn't practicing and is in danger of missing the Week 9 game. The prevailing thinking is Boldin needs some rest to get his ankle closer to full strength, which means he could get held out of a game sooner than later. We think he has a good shot at missing this week, giving Steve Breaston the start. Nothing is certain as Boldin plays through a lot of injuries but consider him very iffy for now.

Kevin Smith, RB, Lions. Smith missed some time during last week's game because of shoulder and ankle injuries. He did play through the injuries at times, though, so they can't be too serious. He missed practice Wednesday but returned Thursday, which is a pretty good sign. Consider Smith a pretty good bet to play this week.

Owen Daniels, TE, Texans. Daniels is done for the season after tearing his ACL in the Week 8 game. This is a huge loss as Daniels was having a breakout season at tight end, serving as the second option in the Texans passing attack behind Andre Johnson. Consider Kevin Walter the biggest fantasy benefactor from the injury. He has a similar skill set to Daniels but as a receiver. Look for Walter's stats to improve in the coming weeks.

Please join me for my weekly fantasy chat, which was moved to Friday this week at 11 AM eastern time. A link to enter the chat will be provided on your league home page as well as your personal account page.

If you have any questions or comments, please email Jeff Paur at jeff@rtsports.com


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Jarret JohnsonNov 20 04:43p

Jamison Hensley, of The Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens LB Tavares Gooden (head) and LB Jarret Johnson (shoulder) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They are listed as [ More ]

Brian FinneranNov 20 04:33p

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons WR Brian Finneran (knee) has been ruled out for Week 11.

Aaron KampmanNov 20 04:23p

Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers LB Aaron Kampman (concussion) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 [ More ]

Brady PoppingaNov 20 04:23p

Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers LB Brady Poppinga (quadriceps) and LB Desmond Bishop (ankle) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They are listed [ More ]

Reggie BushNov 20 04:13p

ESPN.com reports New Orleans Saints RB Reggie Bush (knee) did not practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11.

Johnny JollyNov 20 04:13p

Pete Dougherty, of the Green Bay Press-Gazette, reports Green Bay Packers FS John Kuhn (hand), C Scott Wells (concussion), DE Johnny Jolly (back) and LB Brad Jones (concussion) participated [ More ]

Mike VrabelNov 20 04:03p

Adam Teicher, of The Kansas City Star, reports Kansas City Chiefs LB Mike Vrabel (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for [ More ]

Cedric BensonNov 20 03:53p

Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals RB Cedric Benson (hip) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11.

Laveranues ColesNov 20 03:53p

Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals WR Laveranues Coles (head) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11 and will be able to play.

Keith RiversNov 20 03:53p

Joe Reedy, of The Cincinnati Enquirer, reports Cincinnati Bengals LB Keith Rivers (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week 11.

Chike OkeaforNov 20 03:43p

Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals LB Chike Okeafor (back) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for Week 11. LB Bertrand [ More ]

Karlos DansbyNov 20 03:43p

Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals LB Karlos Dansby (shoulder), CB Bryant McFadden (ankle) and CB Michael Adams (hamstring) were limited during practice Friday, Nov. 20. They are [ More ]

Ben PatrickNov 20 03:33p

Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals TE Ben Patrick (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and could be [ More ]

Reggie WellsNov 20 03:33p

Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals OG Reggie Wells (thumb) and DE Kenny Iwebema (knee) fully participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They are listed as probable for [ More ]

Jim LeonhardNov 20 03:23p

The Associated Press reports New York Jets FS Jim Leonhard (thumb) was limited in practice Friday, Nov. 20, and is questionable for Week 11 with a broken right thumb. [ More ]

Travis KirschkeNov 20 03:13p

Pittsburgh Steelers DE Travis Kirschke (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for Week 11.

Michael TurnerNov 20 03:13p

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons RB Michael Turner (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as doubtful for Week [ More ]

Roddy WhiteNov 20 03:13p

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons WR Roddy White (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 [ More ]

Jerious NorwoodNov 20 03:13p

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons RB Jerious Norwood (hip) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and will be available.

Ashton YoubotyNov 20 03:03p

Buffalo Bills OT Demetrius Bell (knee), LB Keith Ellison (thigh) and CB Ashton Youboty (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They have been ruled out for Week 11.

Terrence McGeeNov 20 03:03p

Buffalo Bills CB Terrence McGee (knee) was limited during practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 and is not expected to play.

A. HaynesworthNov 20 02:53p

Ryan O'Halloran, of The Washington Times, reports Washington Redskins DT Albert Haynesworth (ankle) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as questionable for Week 11 [ More ]

Marcus StroudNov 20 02:53p

Buffalo Bills DT Marcus Stroud (knee) did not participate in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He has been ruled out for the team's Week 11 game.

Danny WareNov 20 02:43p

Paul Schwartz, of the New York Post, reports New York Giants offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride said the team believes RB Danny Ware is capable of handling the duties of [ More ]

Troy PolamaluNov 20 02:43p

ESPN reports Pittsburgh Steelers SS Troy Polamalu (knee) has been ruled out for Week 11.

Brian WestbrookNov 20 02:33p

ESPNews reports Philadelphia Eagles RB Brian Westbrook (concussion) will be out in Week 11 and likely the two following weeks as well.

Garrett WolfeNov 20 02:23p

Brad Biggs, of the Chicago Sun-Times, reports the Chicago Bears have placed RB Garrett Wolfe (kidney) on Injured Reserve, ending his 2009 season.

Antonio BryantNov 20 01:13p

Charlie Campbell and Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, report Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Antonio Bryant (knee) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. He is listed as probable for Week 11.

Byron LeftwichNov 20 01:13p

Charlie Campbell and Jim Flynn, of PewterReport.com, report Tampa Bay Buccaneers CB Aqib Talib (hamstring) and QB Byron Leftwich (elbow) participated in practice Friday, Nov. 20. They are listed as probable for Week 11.

Clinton PortisNov 20 01:03p

Rick Maese, of The Washington Post, reports Washington Redskins RB Clinton Portis (concussion) is scheduled to travel to Pittsburgh to meet with a specialist regarding his concussion.

C. BuckhalterNov 20 12:43p

Denver Broncos RB Correll Buckhalter (knee) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19.

Kyle OrtonNov 20 12:43p

Denver Broncos QB Kyle Orton (ankle) did not participate in practice Thursday, Nov. 19. The Broncos have not ruled him out for Week 11 and said he is feeling better.

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