September 2012 4for4 Player News Articles

Packers wide receiver Greg Jennings re-injured his groin during Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints after playing just 13 snaps in the first half. The Packers announced Jennings would not return to the game in the second half.

If nothing else, at least Jennings helped his team while he played. He caught a 9-yard touchdown pass on his final snap of the game.

As usual, James Jones and Randall Cobb will pick up the slack if Jennings misses more time. The duo combined for 12 catches for 122 yards and two TDs (both belonging to Jones) against the Saints.

Titans QB Jake Locker to have MRI tomorrow to try to determine extent of his absence with a left shoulder injury. Looks like it could be several weeks.

Matt Hasselbeck will take over while Locker is out. He figures to be a middle of the road QB2, mainly startable in good matchups.

Jets receiver Santonio Holmes doesn’t have any broken bones in his foot, but he’s hardly out of the woods.

“Something’s not right,” a source with knowledge of the situation said Sunday night, adding that Holmes will seek an immediate second opinion regardless of the outcome of the MRI.

The specific problem isn’t known. It’s possible that there’s a problem with the Achilles tendon. It’s possible that there’s an issue with the Lisfranc apparatus. Either way, it’s not good for Holmes and the Jets.

Stephen Hill is next in line for targets with Chaz Schilens and Jeremy Kerley also in the mix. In other words, the Jets receiving corps is in trouble if Holmes is out for any duration.

Bucs HC Greg Schiano says there is no set percentage of handoffs he is looking to give either Doug Martin or Legarrette Blount; rather, he describes it is a “perfect-feel” type of thing. Ideally, Blount’s insertion into the game would give the offense a dynamic and bruising changeup, and that would in turn help Martin when he comes back into the game, rested and ready to provide a different look.

“One week it could be 50-50 and the next week it could be 80-20 – whatever fits the situation perfectly,” said Schiano. “But you’ve got to be careful because when you go totally by feel you can look up and it’s the fourth quarter and he’s only got one carry. So it’s a delicate balance.”

Eagles Inactives
Colt Anderson DB
Riley Cooper WR
Vinny Curry DE
King Dunlap T
Akeem Jordan OLB
Dion Lewis RB
Nate Menkin T

Jeremy Maclin and Lesean McCoy are active as expected.

Giants Inactives
David Diehl T
Jayron Hosley CB
Hakeem Nicks WR
Adewale Ojomo DE
Mitch Petrus G
Keith Rivers OLB
Adrien Robinson TE

Domenik Hixon will start at WR with Hakeem Nicks out. Ramses Barden will rotate in and play in 3WR sets.

Bucs Inactives
Anthony Gaitor DB
Najee Goode LB
Myron Lewis DB
Chris Owusu WR
Michael Smith RB
Keith Tandy CB

Saints Inactives
Jonathan Casillas LB
Bryce Harris T
David Hawthorne OLB
Chris Ivory RB
Elbert Mack DB
Turk McBride DE
Tyrunn Walker DE

Packers Inactives
Jarrett Boykin WR
Davon House CB
Terrell Manning LB
Phillip Merling DE
Sean Richardson S
James Starks RB
D.J. Williams TE

Redskins Inactives
QB Rex Grossman
WR Aldrick Robinson
CB Cedric Griffin
RB Ryan Grant
S Brandon Meriweather
LB Markus White
OG Adam Gettis

Pierre Garcon is active, but could be on a "pitch count." Leonard Hankerson draws the start opposite Garcon. The matchup against the Bucs is a good one.

Dolphins Inactives
Pat Devlin QB
Michael Egnew TE
Rishard Matthews WR
Tony McDaniel DT
Marlon Moore WR
Austin Spitler LB
Will Yeatman T

Reggie Bush is active. Start him if you have him, although Daniel Thomas and Lamar Miller may see a bit more work than normal.

Raiders Inactives
Khalif Barnes T
Andre Carter DE
Richard Gordon TE
Darrius Heyward-Bey WR
Lucas Nix G
Terrelle Pryor QB
Shawntae Spencer CB

WR Rod Streater is active for the Raiders, as is TE Brandon Myers.

Broncos Inactives
C.J. Davis G
Caleb Hanie QB
Nate Irving LB
Chris Kuper G
Knowshon Moreno RB
Sealver Siliga DT
Matt Willis WR

Ronnie Hillman is active again as the Broncos RB3 behind Willis McGahee and Lance Ball.

Cardinals Inactives
LaRon Byrd WR
Darnell Dockett DE
Jim Dray TE
Todd Heap TE
Senio Kelemete G
John Skelton QB
LaRod Stephens-Howling RB

William Powell and Alfonso Smith will work behind RB starter Ryan Williams.

Jaguars Inactives
Daniel Baldridge T
Brandon Marshall LB
Jeris Pendleton DT
Kevin Rutland CB
George Selvie DE
Daryl Smith LB
Herb Taylor G

Bengals Inactives
Jason Allen DB
Nate Clements CB
Leon Hall CB
Dre Kirkpatrick CB
Roddrick Muckelroy LB
Bernard Scott RB
Ryan Whalen WR

Brian Leonard will work behind BenJarvus Green-Ellis.

Jets TE Dustin Keller is unlikely to play today due to his hamstring injury.

Titans WR Kenny Britt is not playing due to an ankle injury.

Nate Washington and Kendall Wright will see more work.

An NFL source informs me Buffalo Bills running back Fred Jackson will play this afternoon against the New England Patriots, while a final decision on backfield mate C.J. Spiller -- also expected to play -- won't be made until after warmups.

Jackson is returning from a sprained knee suffered in the season opener against the New York Jets. Spiller left last week's game against the Cleveland Browns with a shoulder injury.

If Spiller can play, then Jackson will get more touches.

Pregame before today's Dolphins game at Arizona will be interesting because the decision whether to play running back Reggie Bush will truly be made then, I'm told by a source.

I expect Bush, the Dolphins leading rusher, will try to be active for the game and in his usual starting role. But one never knows after a cross-country flight and sleeping in an unfamiliar bed how the knee he injured last week against the New York Jets will react. I told you last week Bush would miss one game at worst.

Jason LaCanfora says that Bush is "scheduled to play" and only a warmup setback would keep him out of the lineup. Still, with a 4PM kick Bush comes with risk. If he can't go Daniel Thomas is expected to get the start with Lamar Miller backing him up.

Though no decision will be made until pre-game, WR Pierre Garcon is more likely to play than not. If he plays, will be on a pitch count.

Chicago Bears

OUT
TE Evan Rodriguez (knee)

QUESTIONABLE
WR Earl Bennett (hand), RB Matt Forte (ankle)

Dallas Cowboys

OUT
LB Alex Albright (neck), DT Kenyon Coleman (knee), C Phil Costa (back), S Matt Johnson (hamstring), DT Jay Ratliff (ankle)

DOUBTFUL
P Chris Jones (left knee)

QUESTIONABLE
LB Anthony Spencer (shoulder)

PROBABLE
WR Miles Austin (hamstring), DT Sean Lissemore (chest), S Gerald Sensabaugh (calf), DT Marcus Spears (knee), RB Lawrence Vickers (illness), LB DeMarcus Ware (hamstring), LB Kyle Wilber (thumb)

Bears RB coach Tim Spencer said, "Matt [Forte] looks good... Matt does everything that he's supposed to do to try to get ready. Looks good to me.'' It sounds like Forte will suit up Monday night, but we wont officially know until inactives are announced 90 minutes prior to game time. It's a risky play, and even if he goes, Forte could be limited. Owners planning to gamble should have Kahlil Bell rostered as a fallback plan. Earl Bennett isn't worth a start even when healthy.

The Chargers signed kicker Nick Novak on Friday, after Nate Kaeding cut practice short because of a groin injury, a source said.

Novak will handle kicking duties Sunday. Drop Kaeding for another option if you have him.

Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey has been downgraded to out for Oakland’s Week 4 matchup with Denver.

According to Pro Football Weekly, Packers TE Jermichael Finley’s long-term future in Green Bay doesn’t look good.

“We hear the prospect of a long-term future in Green Bay for talented but tempestuous TE Jermichael Finley is not looking good at all unless he very soon starts reaching the heights of top-tier NFL tight ends such as Jimmy Graham and Rob Gronkowski. As it stands, while Finley still has his top-tier moments, he continues to fall far short of the Packers’ expectations, with the team definitely in a “wait and see” mode as far as possibly extending the two-year, $14 million deal Finley signed in February. We also hear Finley’s agent,Blake Baratz, hardly helped matters when he genuinely ticked off a lot of Finley’s teammates with his recent tweet that Packers QB Aaron Rodgers was not a great leader.”

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks is officially ruled out for the team’s Week 4 matchup with the Eagles. Nicks didn’t even travel with the team to Philadelphia.

Ramses Barden will start in Nicks' place and while you shouldn't expect him to match the same production he did a week ago against Carolina, he's a solid WR3 option on Sunday night.

According to Ben Volin of The Palm Beach Post, Dolphins RB Reggie Bush is expected to play on Sunday against the Cardinals despite being listed as questionable.

Coach Mike McCarthy is not confident that Packers RB James Starks will return in Week 4 when Green Bay hosts San Francisco.

“We’re starting to see him back to where he was before he got hurt. I would say he’s close,” McCarthy said. “With that, Cedric and Alex and Brandon, they’ve earned this opportunity. We’ll keep working through that.”

Patriots QB Tom Brady (right shoulder) was removed from the injury report Friday. Nothing to worry about here.

Lions QB Matthew Stafford (hip, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4. The probable tag means that Stafford is expected to start in Week 4.

Vikings QB Christian Ponder (neck, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4.

Jets QB Mark Sanchez (back, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Texans QB Matt Schaub (left shoulder, right elbow, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Cardinals QB John Skelton (ankle, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Bears RB Matt Forte (ankle) took limited practice reps again Friday. Forte may very well suit up and play on Monday night, but we don't recommend that fantasy owners count on that happening.

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw (neck, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. Bradshaw appears to have put his scary neck injury behind him. Look for Andre Brown to eat into his touches more than David Wilson did prior to Bradshaw's injury.

Dolphins RB Reggie Bush (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4. Bush looks like he's going to play in Week 4. The Cardinals are solid defensively and are 6th in the league in fewest Adjusted Fantasy Points Allowed to running backs. If Bush can't go expect Daniel Thomas to get the bulk of the touches, with Lamar Miller rotating in.

Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (toe, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4.

Texans RB Arian Foster (knee, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 4.

Bills RB Fred Jackson (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. We are expecting Jackson to get the start since he is further ahead in his recovery. C.J. Spiller (shoulder, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4. Spiller could play a change of pace role on Sunday.

Rams RB Steven Jackson (groin, questionable) returned to take limited reps Friday after missing practice earlier in the week and is questionable for Week 4. Jackson played in Week 3 without practicing all week, so this is actually an upgrade. If he can't go, Daryl Richardson would be a decent flex start in his place.

Eagles RB LeSean McCoy (rib, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Raiders RB Darren McFadden (shoulder, probable) took limited practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. The Raiders downplayed the injury, calling it a "bruise." McFadden is expected to carry his normal workload in Week 4.

Broncos RB Willis McGahee (ribs, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 4.

Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (groin, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. Given his workload in Week 3, Joique Bell would likely get the call if Leshoure can't play, but it's likely that Kevin Smith would be more involved as well.

Cardinals RB Ryan Williams (knee) was removed from the injury report Friday. He's in line for a big workload with Beanie Wells sidelined for the next six weeks. LaRod Stephens-Howling (hip, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for Week 4, so William Powell and Alfonso Smith will back up Williams.

Chiefs RB Peyton Hillis (ankle, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for Week 4. Hillis is not looking good for Week 4. Shaun Draughn will serve as the primary backup to Jamaal Charles.

Jaguars RB Rashad Jennings (knee, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Redskins RB Evan Royster (knee, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4.

Bengals RB Bernard Scott (ankle, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4.

Jets RB John Conner (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Raiders RB Mike Goodson (hamstring, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

49ers RB Brandon Jacobs (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Jaguars RB Montell Owens (concussion, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Falcons RB Lousaka Polite (hamstring, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Titans RB Javon Ringer (elbow, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Cardinals RB Anthony Sherman (hamstring, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4.

Falcons RB Antone Smith (hamstring, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Packers RB James Starks (toe, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. Cedric Benson has a stranglehold on the RB1 job in Green Bay.

Patriots RB Shane Vereen (foot, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. Vereen isn't much of a threat to Stevan Ridley at this point. That honor belongs to Danny Woodhead.

Cowboys RB Lawrence Vickers (illness) missed practice Friday.

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks (foot, doubtful) missed practice Friday after taking limited reps Thursday and is doubtful for Week 4. Nicks is experiencing swelling in his knee. If he can't play, Barden figures to step in after his stellar game against the Panthers in Week 3. However, Domenik Hixon (concussion, probable) is back and was ahead of Barden before he got injured, so it's conceivable that Barden could be the Giants' WR3 in a tough matchup against the Eagles.

Titans WR Kenny Britt (ankle, questionable) missed practice all week and is questionable for Week 4. Hopefully owners who drafted Britt took our advice and also drafted Nate Washington, who would become a sneaky start if Britt can’ t play. Kendall Wright also figures to be a good start. Note that Texans shutdown cornerback Johnathan Joseph is also questionable for the game.

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe (groin, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4. After the midweek downgrade, it's good to see that he was able to practice again on Friday after being limited on Thursday. The Chiefs play in early round of games on Sunday, so we should know early on whether or not he'll be able to play. If he can't go, Jonathan Baldwin and Steve Breaston would get a bump.

Redskins WR Pierre Garcon (foot, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. Garcon was doubtful last week, so this is an upgrade, though we're not confident at all that Garcon will play. Leonard Hankerson (back, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. He would be a sneaky start if Garcon can't play.

Cowboys WR Miles Austin (hamstring) took full practice reps again Friday.

Packers WR Greg Jennings (groin, probable) took limited practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Texans WR Andre Johnson (groin, probable) took limited practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. Johnson was probably just getting some extra rest this week.

Lions WR Calvin Johnson (ankle, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 4.

Falcons WR Julio Jones (hand, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4.

Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin (hip, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (concussion, neck, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for Week 4. Derek Hagan and Rod Streater will battle for snaps with DHB out.

Raiders WR Rod Streater (eye, questionable) took limited practice reps Friday and is questionable for Week 4.

Jets WR Stephen Hill (hamstring, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for Week 4. Jeremy Kerley becomes a sneaky start in Hill's absence.

Jaguars WR Laurent Robinson (concussion, probable) took full practice reps Friday after missing practice earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4. It now looks like Robinson will play in Week 4.

Lions WR Titus Young (knee, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 4.

Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin (shoulder, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Redskins WR Brandon Banks (hip, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4.

Bears WR Earl Bennett (hand) took limited practice reps again Friday.

Chiefs WR Steve Breaston (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4.

Eagles WR Riley Cooper (collarbone, questionable) took full practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Patriots WR Julian Edelman (hand, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4. This should mean a few extra snaps for Deion Branch.

49ers WR Ted Ginn (ankle, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Texans WR Lestar Jean (knee, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Eagles WR Damaris Johnson (foot, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 4.

Bills WR Ruvell Martin (ankle, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Chiefs WR Dexter McCluster (elbow, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Dolphins WR Marlon Moore (hamstring, doubtful) took limited practice reps all week and is doubtful for Week 4.

Jets WR Patrick Turner (hamstring, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Broncos WR Matt Willis (hamstring, questionable) returned to take limited reps Friday after missing practice earlier in the week and is questionable for Week 4.

Chiefs WR Devon Wylie (hamstring, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4.

Raiders TE David Ausberry (shoulder, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Chiefs TE Kevin Boss (head, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Titans TE Jared Cook (shoulder, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4. It appears that Cook will play in Week 4.

49ers TE Vernon Davis (back, probable) took full practice reps Friday and is probable for Week 4. This is a new injury, the probable tag means he is very likely to play.

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski (hip, questionable) was limited Friday after taking full reps earlier in the week and is questionable for Week 4. The Patriots play early, so we'll know about Gronkowski's real status then. Bill Belichick it is probably just playing games with the injury report.

Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez (ankle, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 4.

Raiders TE Brandon Myers (concussion, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. Beat writer Jerry McDonald says that Myers is on track to start, and he has been cleared for contact.

Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph (quadricep, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 4.

Lions TE Tony Scheffler (calf, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 4. Scheffler's status is up in the air for Sunday.

Broncos TE Jacob Tamme (groin, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4. Tamme should be good to go for Week 4.

Packers TE Tom Crabtree (shoulder, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Cardinals TE Todd Heap (knee, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for Week 4. Rob Housler will get an increase in snaps with Heap out.

Jets TE Dustin Keller (hamstring, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 4. Keller it is not a fantasy option right now.

Cardinals TE Jeff King (knee) was removed from the injury report Friday.

Seahawks TE Anthony McCoy (groin, questionable) was limited Friday after taking full reps earlier in the week and is questionable for Week 4.

Raiders K Sebastian Janikowski (left groin, probable) took limited practice reps all week and is probable for Week 4.

Chargers K Nate Kaeding (right groin, questionable) was limited Friday after taking full reps earlier in the week and is questionable for Week 4. Fantasy owners may want to have a backup plan in place. The Chargers play early on Sunday.

Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey on Friday spoke for the first time since he suffered a concussion and strained neck against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He said he is champing at the bit to get back on the field. For now, Heyward-Bey is going through the league-mandated protocol for players that suffer a concussion. That means he isn’t permitted to participate in contact drills or to play in a game until he passes all the tests.

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks is doubtful for Sunday. Has swelling in knee in addition to his previous foot issue.

Ramses Barden figures to take Nicks's spot in the starting lineup after his outstanding game in Week 3. Domenik Hixon was the Giants' WR3 prior to his injury, so it's possible that he'll play ahead of Barden in Week 4. The Eagles are tough matchup, so don't expect any miracles from either player.

Titans WR Kenny Britt said his ankle is still sore, and he hopes to play against the Texans on Sunday at Houston, but he made no promises: “It’s possible. There’s no counting me out,” he said. “I am not counting myself out.”

Hopefully owners who drafted Britt took our advice and also drafted Nate Washington, who would become a sneaky start if Britt can't play. Kendall Wright also figures to be a good start. Note that Texans shutdown cornerback Johnathan Joseph is also questionable for the game.

Texans WR Lestar Jean walked with a heavy bandage, but no brace or crutches after having arthroscopic knee surgery this week.

Jean tore a piece of his lateral meniscus, but doesn’t expect to miss much time.

“It won’t be that long,” Jean said. “I don’t know exactly how long but it’s not going to be a long time. Just working hard in rehab. … I spent enough time in rehab last year on IR so I just have to get back on the field.”

Jean suffered the injury in the first quarter of Sunday’s game in Denver when making a block. He played the rest of the game with it.

Knee scopes usually require 3-4 weeks of recovery.

Chargers RB Ryan Mathews made a successful and speedy return from a broken clavicle to play in last week's game, but then another old problem popped up: fumbling. He's done it 11 times in only 23 career starts. Last week, it happened near the goal line. GM A.J. Smith, who moved up to draft Mathews, says the team won't remain patient forever.

"I am very concerned, and it has to stop," Smith told Kevin Acee of the Union-Tribune San Diego. "I believe you can improve in ball security. And no one works any harder in trying to get better than Ryan. However, if it continues he will play less."

We wouldn't worry too much about this. Smith is probably just trying to motivate his star running back. If he continues to put the ball on the ground, it will be time to start worrying.

Ravens WR Torrey Smith limped off the field in the fourth quarter of Thursday night's game but stayed mum on the injury in the locker room after the game. However, Smith said he would be "all right."

Smith turned 10 targets into six catches for 97 yards and a touchdown, which was his second straight very good game. After seeing eight targets in his first two games, Smith has seen 20 targets in his last two games. Meanwhile, Dennis Pitta was held catchless on two targets.

Smith has a few extra days to get healthy for Week 5, but this is something to monitor.

Ravens Inactives
Billy Bajema TE
Bryan Hall DT
Asa Jackson CB
Sergio Kindle LB
Jah Reid T
DeAngelo Tyson DE
LaQuan Williams WR

Browns Inactives
Eric Hagg S
Brandon Jackson RB
James-Michael Johnson LB
Thaddeus Lewis QB
Mohamed Massaquoi WR
Ryan Miller T
Alexander Smith TE

Travis Benjamin will start in place of Mohamed Massaquoi.

Lions QB Matthew Stafford (hip) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. Stafford is back on track to start in Week 4.

Patriots QB Tom Brady (right shoulder) was removed from the injury report Thursday after taking limited practice reps Wednesday. Brady is good to go for Week 4.

Vikings QB Christian Ponder (neck) was added to the injury report Thursday after taking limited practice reps. Midweek downgrades are generally worrisome, but it sounds as if Ponder is still expected to start in Week 4. We will see how he fares on Friday.

Jets QB Mark Sanchez (back) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Texans QB Matt Schaub (left shoulder, right elbow) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Cardinals QB John Skelton (ankle) took limited practice reps Wednesday.

Bears RB Matt Forte (ankle) took limited practice reps Thursday. According to a couple of Bears beat writers, Forte is now expected to play on Monday night. This obviously puts a dent in the value of Michael Bush. We would like to see Forte play and be productive before recommending that owners wait and run the risk of starting him on Monday night.

Bills RB Fred Jackson (knee) took limited practice reps again Thursday. HC Chan Gailey said that barring a setback, Jackson will play against the Patriots in Week 4. C.J. Spiller (shoulder) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. Jackson appears to have the better chance to play.

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw (neck) took full practice reps again Thursday. Bradshaw appears to have put his scary neck injury behind him. Look for Andre Brown to eat into his touches more than David Wilson did prior to Bradshaw's injury. OC Kevin Gilbride said that the team may take more of a “hot hand” approach with Bradshaw and Brown.

Dolphins RB Reggie Bush (knee) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. Bush did some light running and beat writer Ben Volin says he has "little doubt" that Bush will play in Week 4.

Texans RB Arian Foster (knee) took full practice reps Thursday after being limited Wednesday.

Rams RB Steven Jackson (groin) missed practice again Thursday. Jackson played Week 3 without practicing, and emerged from the game without re-injuring his groin, so he's expected to play in Week 4. If he can't play, Daryl Richardson would get the call.

Lions RB Mikel Leshoure (groin) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Leshoure should be ready to go for Week 4, but we will monitor his progress in Friday's practice.

Eagles RB LeSean McCoy (rib) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Raiders RB Darren McFadden (shoulder) took limited practice reps Wednesday. McFadden is expected to play in Week 4.

Broncos RB Willis McGahee (ribs) took full practice reps Thursday after being limited Wednesday. McGahee apparently felt good after Wednesday's practice and is on track to play in Week 4 in a great matchup.

Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (toe) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Stewart says he is still experiencing pain in his toe, but HC Ron Rivera is optimistic that he'll play in Week 4.

Chiefs RB Peyton Hillis (ankle) missed practice again Thursday. Hillis was still in his walking boot on Wednesday and is not looking very good for Week 4. Look for Shaun Draughn to serve as the primary backup to Jamaal Charles.

Jaguars RB Rashad Jennings (knee) took full practice reps again Thursday. It looks like Jennings will play against the Bengals, but he's only likely to see a few carries behind Maurice Jones-Drew.

Redskins RB Evan Royster (knee) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Royster will play mostly on passing downs if he's able to go in Week 4. Remember, Roy Helu (toe) is done for the season.

Bengals RB Bernard Scott (ankle) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. Scott already has a new injury after missing the first two games with a hand injury. Not good.

Packers RB James Starks (toe) took full practice reps again Thursday. Starks is not a threat to Cedric Benson at this point.

Cardinals RB Ryan Williams (knee) practiced fully Wednesday. LaRod Stephens-Howling (hip) did not practice Wednesday. With Beanie Wells out for a while, Ryan Williams will carry the load and William Powell will serve as his backup if Stephens-Howling can't play.

Patriots RB Shane Vereen (foot) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Until we see Vereen active and producing, we're not too worried about his eating into Stevan Ridley's snaps. At this point, Danny Woodhead seems to be more of a threat.

Jets RB John Conner (knee) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Raiders RB Mike Goodson (hamstring) took limited practice reps Wednesday.

49ers RB Brandon Jacobs (knee) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Jaguars RB Montell Owens (concussion) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Falcons RB Lousaka Polite (hamstring) missed practice again Thursday.

Titans RB Javon Ringer (elbow) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Cardinals RB Anthony Sherman (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday.

Falcons RB Antone Smith (hamstring) missed practice again Thursday.

Chiefs WR Dwayne Bowe (groin) was added to the injury report Thursday after taking limited practice reps. Midweek downgrades are never a good sign, but this is no reason to panic just yet. Let's see how Bowe fares in Friday's practice.

Titans WR Kenny Britt (ankle) missed practice again Thursday. HC Mike Munchak is hoping that Britt can play in Week 4, but the two missed practices aren't helping his cause. Nate Washington and Kendall Wright would get a bump if Britt can't play.

Redskins WR Pierre Garcon (foot) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Garcon was limited in practice leading up to Week 3, and didn't play, so we would like to see him get in a full practice before feeling good about his prospects of playing in Week 4.

Packers WR Greg Jennings (groin) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Jennings is expected to play, but clearly he's not 100%.

Texans WR Andre Johnson (groin) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Lions WR Calvin Johnson (ankle) took full practice reps Thursday after being limited Wednesday. This is a typical practice schedule for Megatron.

Cowboys WR Miles Austin (hamstring) took full practice reps Thursday.

Falcons WR Julio Jones (hand) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Jones finished the game on Sunday and is not in danger of missing Week 4 area it

Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin (hip) took full practice reps again Thursday. Maclin says he's back to full strength, we'd like to see it on the field before recommending him as a WR2.

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks (foot) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. This is normal for Nicks, who has to manage the pain in his foot. He has a ton of talent, but the matchup this week isn't great. Consider him a WR2.

Lions WR Titus Young (knee) returned to full practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday. Young should be good to go for Week 4.

Patriots WR Julian Edelman (hand) missed practice again Thursday. Edelman was supposed to be evaluated on Wednesday, so this is not a very good sign. We do not expect him to play and Week 4, which means that Deion Branch could see extra snaps.

Redskins WR Leonard Hankerson (back) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Raiders WR Darrius Heyward-Bey (concussion, neck) did not practice Wednesday. There is no timetable for DHB at this time. Derek Hagan and Rod Streater should see increased snaps. Streater (eye) took limited practice reps Wednesday.

Jaguars WR Laurent Robinson (concussion) missed practice again Thursday. Robinson has been cleared for activity, but not for contact, so he is looking doubtful for Week 4.

Chiefs WR Dexter McCluster (elbow) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin (shoulder) practiced fully Wednesday.

Redskins WR Brandon Banks (hip) was added to the injury report Thursday after taking limited practice reps.

Bears WR Earl Bennett (hand) took limited practice reps Thursday.

Chiefs WR Steve Breaston (knee) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice.

Eagles WR Riley Cooper (collarbone) took full practice reps again Thursday.

49ers WR Ted Ginn (ankle) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Jets WR Stephen Hill (hamstring) missed practice again Thursday. Hill is not expected to play in Week 4.

Giants WR Domenik Hixon (concussion) took full practice reps again Thursday. Hixon is back but he has probably been passed on the depth chart by Ramses Barden.

Texans WR Lestar Jean (knee) missed practice again Thursday.

Eagles WR Damaris Johnson (foot) was added to the injury report Thursday after taking full practice reps.

Bills WR Ruvell Martin (ankle) missed practice again Thursday.

Dolphins WR Marlon Moore (hamstring) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Jets WR Patrick Turner (hamstring) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Broncos WR Matt Willis (hamstring) missed practice again Thursday.

Chiefs WR Devon Wylie (hamstring) took limited practice reps again Thursday.

Titans TE Jared Cook (shoulder) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. This is an upgrade, and HC Mike Munchak seems optimistic about Cook's availability for Week 4.

Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez (ankle) missed practice again Thursday. ESPN's Adam Schefter said that it appears that Hernandez is “healing quicker than expected.” If he's available on the waiver wire, it's time to pick him up.

Raiders TE Brandon Myers (concussion) took limited practice reps Wednesday.

Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph (quadricep) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. This is an upgrade, so we'll see how he does in Friday's practice.

Lions TE Tony Scheffler (calf) returned to limited practice reps Thursday after missing Wednesday practice. Scheffler looks like he may make his return against the Vikings in Week 4.

Broncos TE Jacob Tamme (groin) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Jets TE Dustin Keller (hamstring) took limited practice reps again Thursday. Keller is expected to play in Week 4.

Cardinals TE Todd Heap (knee) did not practice Wednesday. Rob Housler saw twice as many snaps with Heap sidelined in Week 3 as he did in Week 2. This only resulted in one extra target, but the increased snaps will be there if Heap can't play.

Raiders TE David Ausberry (shoulder) practiced fully Wednesday.

Chiefs TE Kevin Boss (head) missed practice again Thursday.

Packers TE Tom Crabtree (shoulder) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Cardinals TE Jim Dray (knee) did not practice Wednesday.

Cardinals TE Jeff King (knee) practiced fully Wednesday.

Bengals TE Donald Lee (quadricep) missed practice again Thursday.

Chiefs TE Jake O'Connell (knee) took full practice reps again Thursday.

Falcons TE Michael Palmer (shoulder) missed practice again Thursday.

Bears TE Evan Rodriguez (knee) missed practice Thursday.

Raiders K Sebastian Janikowski (left groin) took limited practice reps Wednesday.

In Week 3, Cardinals WR Michael Floyd played more snaps than Early Doucet for the first time this season.

He only saw two targets, catching one for touchdown. Still, it's a good sign that he's getting on the field more. The targets will come.

Dolphins beat writer Ben Volin on RB Reggie Bush: "Reggie Bush will be listed as limited today, but I have little doubt that he will play Sunday vs. Cardinals."

This is obviously a great sign for Bush's potential availability for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

The NFL's regular officiating crews are back. Their return couldn't have come soon enough for many players, coaches and fans.

After two days of marathon negotiations - and mounting frustration throughout the league - the NFL and the officials' union announced at midnight Thursday that a tentative eight-year agreement had been reached to end a lockout that began in June.

The deal came on the heels of Seattle's chaotic last-second win over Green Bay on Monday night in which the replacement officials struggled. Commissioner Roger Goodell, who was at the bargaining table Tuesday and Wednesday, said the regular officials would work the Browns Ravens game at Baltimore on Thursday night.

This is great news for all the parties involved except for the replacement refs, who will have to go back to their less exciting day jobs.

Lions QB Matthew Stafford (hip) missed practice on Wednesday. Stafford is not expected to practice until Friday. Adam Schefter believes that he will play on Sunday.

Bills RB Fred Jackson (knee) returned to practice on Wednesday. Jackson expects to play in Week 4, though he "wasn't overly pleased" with how it went, going on to say that "It's a good thing we've got a week."

Bills RB C.J. Spiller (shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. Spiller is apparently "healing faster than expected" and is a possibility for Sunday. If both he and Fred Jackson are able to play, it will make for a tough fantasy situation to gauge. Both players would be RB2-types.

Broncos RB Willis McGahee (ribs) participated in practice on Wednesday. McGahee's participation is a great sign for his potential availability in Week 4. He would be tough to bench against the Raiders.

Dolphins RB Reggie Bush (knee) did not practice on Wednesday. Bush has a knee bruise but could play in Week 4 if the swelling goes down. At this point, pencil Daniel Thomas in as the starter, with Lamar Miller rotating in.

Cardinals RB Beanie Wells (turf toe) has been placed on "designated for return" injured reserve, which means he can't return to practice for six weeks. Ryan Williams practiced fully on Wednesday, and will carry the load while Wells is out.

Rams RB Steven Jackson (groin) did not practice on Wednesday. Jackson is probably just getting some rest after finishing the game against the Bears.

Raiders RB Darren McFadden (shoulder) was limited in practice on Wednesday. He's just getting some rest.

Texans RB Arian Foster (not injury related) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Foster was just getting a day of rest.

Browns RB Trent Richardson (knee) practiced fully on Wednesday. Richardson is expected to play in Week 4.

Panthers RB Jonathan Stewart (toe, ankle) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Stewart is on track to play in Week 4. Given the short week in Week 3, he didn't have much time to recover from Week 2.

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw (neck) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Bradshaw is expected to play against the Eagles, which will push Andre Brown back to a reserve role. Don't expect Bradshaw to dominate the touches like he did prior to the injury, however.

Bears RB Michael Bush may have a shoulder injury, but he practiced on Wednesday. If he is limited or can't play on Monday night, Kahlil Bell would become a sneaky start assuming Matt Forte is also out. However, Forte resumed practicing on Wednesday and thinks he can play in Week 4. HC Lovie Smith is not as optimistic, saying that Forte, "still has a long way to go."

Redskins RB Evan Royster (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday. With Roy Helu (toe) done for the year, the Redskins signed Ryan Grant for depth. Royster seems locked in to RB2 duties behind Alfred Morris.

Chiefs RB Peyton Hillis (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday. If Hillis can't play, Shaun Draughn would pick up extra snaps as the backup to Jamaal Charles.

Jaguars RB Rashad Jennings (knee) returned to participate in individual drills on Wednesday. Jennings is making his way back, but he's no real threat to Maurice Jones-Drew at this point.

Packers WR Greg Jennings (groin) was limited in practice on Wednesday. He did not reinsure his groin in Monday night's game, so the Packers were just giving him a rest.

Redskins WR Pierre Garcon (foot) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Garcon was limited in practice last week but was unable to play. Leonard Hankerson should move into the starting lineup whether or not Garcon can play.

Saints WR Marques Colston (foot) practiced fully on Wednesday. It's good news that Colston is practicing fully. He still has the foot issue, which is reportedly plantar fasciitis, but appears to be doing better. He has 10 catches for 160 yards through three games, but has yet to find the end zone.

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks (foot) did not practice on Wednesday, as planned. Nicks is expected to play against the Eagles on Sunday. He did not play against the Panthers because it was a short week.

Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin (hip) participated in practice on Wednesday and expects to play in Week 4.

Texans WR Andre Johnson (not injury related) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Johnson was just getting a day of rest.

Titans WR Kenny Britt (ankle) did not practice on Wednesday, but is "improving rapidly," per HC Mike Munchak. Britt's injury is not serious, and he's tentatively expected to play against the Texans this week.

Redskins WR Leonard Hankerson (back) practiced fully on Wednesday. He took a nasty hit towards the end of Sunday's game but the X-rays came back negative. HC Mike Shanahan said that he's earned the right to start even when Pierre Garcon returns.

Jaguars WR Laurent Robinson (head) has passed his concussion tests, but has yet to be cleared for contact, so he still not a sure thing for Sunday's game.

Jets WR Stephen Hill (hamstring) did not practice on Wednesday. On Monday, HC Rex Ryan said Hill was "iffy" for Week 4. Look for Jeremy Kerley to see some extra work.

Patriots WR Julian Edelman (hand) did not practice on Wednesday. Edelman was supposed to try to practice today, so his absence doesn't bode well for Week 4.

Browns WR Mohamed Massaquoi (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 4. With Massaquoi sidelined, it's a opportunity for Josh Gordon and Travis Benjamin to get more snaps. Benjamin saw the biggest jump in snaps from Week 2 to Week 3.

Lions WR Titus Young (knee) missed practice on Wednesday. Young is probably just getting a day of rest.

Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph (thigh) missed practice on Wednesday. This appears to be a day of rest for Rudolph.

Broncos TE Jacob Tamme (groin) practiced fully on Wednesday. Tamme looks like he'll be able to play in Week 4.

Raiders TE Brandon Myers (concussion) has been cleared to practice but has not yet been cleared for contact. This is a good sign for his availability in Week 4.

Titans TE Jared Cook (shoulder) did not practice on Wednesday. He is considered to be "day-to-day," but HC Mike Munchak is hopeful that he'll be able to play on Sunday. Craig Stevens would be a sneaky start if Cook can't go.

Cardinals HC Ken Whisenhunt won’t say what he will do at quarterback whenever John Skelton returns from a sprained ankle.

Whisenhunt said there is no decision to make because he hasn’t seen Skelton go through a full practice. But Whisenhunt is just being coy. There is little question he’ll stick with Kevin Kolb as long as Kolb is playing well and the Cardinals are winning. It would be foolish to do anything else.

The Dolphins hoped that one or two of their backup receivers would have emerged by now, but offensive coordinator Mike Sherman said that still has not happened.

Sherman indicated Monday that Davone Bess and Brian Hartline “have separated themselves,” but “we’re still looking for the next two guys to step forward.”

On Sunday, Anthony Armstrong received the most receiver snaps (26) after Hartline (77) and Bess (76). But Armstrong caught only two of the six passes thrown to him, for 9 yards, and failed to latch onto a catchable ball on a third-down play in the fourth quarter.

Legedu Naanee played 18 snaps and wasn’t thrown a pass.

“I would like us to get Naanee in position to get some balls,” Sherman said.

Hartline is a fantasy WR4 and should be owned in most formats. Bess has more value in PPR leagues than he does in standard formats.

Shonn Greene left Miami thinking all was normal in regards to the Jets’ running game. Despite the fact his carries had shrunk to 19 from 27 during his Week 1 performance, and despite the fact he and Bilal Powell nearly split the workload in the second half against the Dolphins, Greene felt like nothing was different.

“That’s how we do it,” Greene said.

When asked if this split (44 percent of the snaps for Powell and 61 percent for Greene) was closer to the new standard, instead of a 27-carry game like he had in Week 1, Greene wasn’t sure.

“I mean that’s just how the game went,” Greene said. “That’s how the coaches wanted it. Certain situations, we all have the same situation. Joe (McKnight) has got certain situations where he’s in, too.”

If that sounds a little unclear, perhaps it was in Rex Ryan’s mind, too. On Monday, he said the Jets were open to trying anything to bolster the rushing attack, including the possibility of more early carries for Powell and McKnight.

The Jets have had a rough schedule thus far and it's going to continue against the 49ers and the Texans the next two weeks.

When asked about the status of Lions QB Matthew Stafford, ESPN's Adam Schefter said this: "I would be surprised if he practiced Wednesday or Thursday, but ultimately, when the game rolls around, he's a tough guy to count out. The injury looks to be more of a hip injury than anything else. There will be explanations of hamstrings and glutes this week -- be very skeptical. It's our understanding it's more of a hip injury, and it's a hip injury that's serious enough to prevent him from finishing last Sunday's game and to make him a question mark for this one. But knowing Stafford's toughness, my sense is he'll be out there. If he's not, that tells you how bad the injury is."

Shaun Hill is a good plug and play option for Stafford owners if they don't already have a solid QB option on the roster. The Lions play early on Sunday.

Bills running back Fred Jackson said he will definitely play against the New England Patriots this Sunday at Ralph Wilson Stadium. He made that comment Monday night to co-host Bob Koshinski live on WBBZ-TV's "The Fred Jackson Show" at the Eastern Hills Mall studio.

"Unless something completely unexpected happens, I will be ready to go Sunday," Jackson said.

The Bills team captain said he will wear a brace, something he's not real happy about, but he will be on the field in the biggest home game of the young season.

Jackson's guest was running mate C.J. Spiller. The rising star said the shoulder injury he sustained in the first quarter of the Cleveland Browns game will not keep him out long, and it's not out of the realm of possibility that he could suit up Sunday.

"It is all a matter of how much pain I may be able to take," Spiller said.

If Jackson is somehow on the waiver wire, pick him up. Spiller should be considered doubtful for Week 4. Tashard Choice

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw (neck) will practice today. HC Tom Coughlin said he will start this week but Andre Brown will have a role.

Frankly, Brown has been more impressive the Bradshaw thus far this season, though we expect Bradshaw to retain the starting job as long as he is healthy.

Redskins RB Roy Helu (turf toe) will finish the season on injured reserve. His season is over.

The Redskins recently signed Ryan Grant for depth, and now we know why. Alfred Morris looks to be as locked in to the RB1 job as anyone can playing for Mike Shanahan. Evan Royster will continue to get work on passing downs, though he is battling a knee injury.

Giants RB Ahmad Bradshaw called the neck injury "a minor setback" and guaranteed that he'll be on the field against the Eagles Sunday night.

"You can guarantee it, man," Bradshaw said in an interview on ESPN Radio this afternoon. "You can guarantee I'll be out there fighting with my team."

Bradshaw seems pretty sure, but until we hear official word temper expectations a bit. The game is Sunday night, so if you're an Andre Brown owner with Bradshaw, you're in good shape. If not, be sure to have a backup plan unless we learn Bradshaw is a go before Sunday. Brown will likely still get some work based on his week-and-a-half of solid action while David Wilson seems to still be on the outside looking in.

Cleveland's second-year pro TE Jordan Cameron is in the offense to stay after a breakout game against the Bills.

“He feels healthy right now,” OC Brad Childress said. “It’s good to see a healthy Jordan Cameron out there.”

Titans coach Mike Munchak, on his weekly radio show, says TE Jared Cook should practice by end of week. WR Kenny Britt improving rapidly.

Cards coach Ken Whisenhunt won’t say what he will do at quarterback whenever John Skelton returns from a sprained ankle.

Whisenhunt said there is no decision to make because he hasn’t seen Skelton go through a full practice. But Whisenhunt is just being coy. There is little question he’ll stick with Kevin Kolb as long as Kolb is playing well and the Cardinals are winning. It would be foolish to do anything else.

RB Ryan Grant is signing with the Redskins after mulling offers from multiple teams.

Grant shouldn't be that much of a factor. Evan Royster and Roy Helu continue to battle injuries so Grant will backup Alfred Morris, who seems locked into the starter role.

Reggie Bush said this morning on @PaulandYoungRon about his left knee: "It's just a bruise. I'm working hard to get back for this week."

Seems like Bush wants to play this week and is doing everything he can to get back in the lineup. As we've said a few times already this week, Daniel Thomas and Lamar Miller would like share work and both have their positives and negatives. Miller doesn't know the playbook yet, so Thomas is likely to see more work.

Pats quarterback Tom Brady on Tuesday morning said one area where he could improve was "doing a better job of finding" tight end Rob Gronkowski, who was targeted three times on Sunday night. He had two catches for 21 yards.

OC Josh McDaniels said that Gronkowski's limited production as a receiver was dictated in part by the Ravens' defense, and the fact that Gronkowski played more of a role in pass protection.

Ah, the job no one wants their fantasy tight end to ever be a part of - pass protection. Even the best have to do it. Expect Gronk to bounce back to form.

Patriots coach Bill Belichick said more information on the status of receiver Julian Edelman's injured left hand will be known tomorrow.

Edelman played 38 first-half snaps in Sunday night's loss to the Ravens, before having his left hand examined on the sideline at the start of the third quarter, and then retreating to the locker room with members of the medical staff. Edelman didn't play in the second half.

"We'll give you more information on that tomorrow and see what he's able to do out there in practice," Belichick said. "They're evaluating the hand, taking a look at it, and trying to determine what the nature of the injury is and how -- or even to the extent that it is injured. We'll see where that is and take a look at it tomorrow and what he's able to do out there."

The Patriots have defined roles for their running backs. When they want a physical presence with the run game, Stevan Ridley comes in. Bring in the tight ends, run the zone blocking scheme, let him stretch the defense and make one cut and run downhill. He's the best they have to do that.

Danny Woodhead's role is the sub back. Runs out of shotgun. Draws. Not the workhorse back, but a complementary back when they are in their spread packages. That's what they were majoring in last night.

No reason to get alarmed and drop Ridley for Woodhead. As always, the Pats game plan is never easy to figure out, but this one makes sense as to why Woodhead got more work. Ridley is still their best running option in the formation they like the best - two TEs.

Cards coach Ken Whisenhunt didn't go into any real details about the injuries to key players -- namely running back Beanie Wells (toe hyperextension).

If Wells can't go, Ryan Williams becomes a pretty decent start against the Dolphins.

Chiefs RB Peyton Hillis, who was supposed to share the featured back spot with Jamaal Charles, had his injured ankle protected in a walking boot Monday.

Shaun Draughn would see more week if Hillis can't go but after last week Charles seems like he's back.

Ryan Grant working out for the Bears today. RB Matt Forte likely to be out at least through this week.

Michael Bush remains a strong fill-in candidate for those who own Forte and are awaiting his return.

Broncos coach John Fox said RB Willis McGahee is day-to-day.

Fox added a little clarity to McGahee’s injury, saying it involved cartilage. Fox said Porter “re-tweaked” a bruised knee on a hard fall while covering Kevin Walter on Walter’s 52-yard touchdown in the second quarter.

He could be headed to a game-time decision. Lance Ball, Ronnie Hillman and Knoshawn Moreno could all get work. Seems to be a situation to stay away from.

Lions coach Jim Schwartz said there was no real shakeup in the depth chart at running back, even though Joique Bell got most of the backup work behind starter Mikel Leshoure.

"That was more about the situations (the Titans) were in," he said. "Kevin [Smith] was the third-down back in that game and started off getting third-down carries. Then, as the game went on, Leshoure was doing well in some of those roles and we kept him on the field. We use all those guys. There's really no depth chart when it comes to our running backs. They're all in different packages and they're all valuable to us."

The signs have been there for a few weeks for Smith losing his job as Mikel LeShoure was getting closer and closer to coming off his suspension. LeShoure's 100-yard performance with a TD pretty much cements him as the starter with Bell as his backup. Smith doesn't seem to have much value going forward as things stand.

Vikings TE Kyle Rudolph (67 snaps) crossed through the zone for 16 (snaps). Rudolph was quiet for a while between the scores and finished with only five catches for 36 yards. But part of that was coaches' willingness to finally give him some breathers and play John Carlson (30 snaps).

Rudolph played every snap in Week 2 so the team is trying to keep him fresh. He's still struggling with blocking, which should eventually come around. Rudolph is clearly a red zone target for QB Christian Ponder, and if you're struggling at the position and Rudolph is still on your wire, consider picking him up.

Vikings WR Percy Harvin (53 snaps), actually had his quietest game with nine catches for 89 yards (9.9 average) and one carry for 9. Five of those receptions came behind the line of scrimmage. Only two were even intermediate routes, for 17 yards on a corner and 13 yards on a cross after the play broke down. OC Bill Musgrave just keeps designing ways to get him the ball in space and Harvin is willing to crash into anything in his path.

You have to like fantasy players whose team finds ways to get that player the ball and Harvin is a great example. You can play him every week knowing he's going to get his touches.

Browns WR Mohamed Massaquoi injured his left hamstring in the second half Sunday and will likely be sidelined this week. If Massaquoi can't play, Jordan Norwood may be activated for the first time this season.

Seahawks Inactives
WR Doug Baldwin
S Winston Guy
CB Danny Gorrer
CB Byron Maxwell
G Lemeul Jeanpierre
G James Carpenter
DT Jaye Howard

Golden Tate, Sidney Rice and Braylon Edwards will be the top three WRs for Seattle.

Packers Inactives
Jarrett Boykin WR
Tom Crabtree TE
Jamari Lattimore LB
Terrell Manning LB
Sean Richardson S
James Starks RB

Greg Jennings is active as expected. Start him if you've got him.

Colts WR Austin Collie suffered ruptured patella tendon. Out for year. Going to IR.

Donnie Avery's status appears to be safe as the Colts WR2.

Chan Gailey: Bills RB CJ Spiller not as bad as originally thought. Not ruled out for this week, but unlikely.

The bad news for Spiller owners is Fred Jackson is back practicing this week. So even if Spiller is returning this week or next week, Jackson is likely to also be back, which means this could be a committee situation. Spiller would go from a top-notch start to a flex play.

Ahmad Bradshaw's "great news" was indeed that he has been cleared to practice after missing the last 1 1/2 games with a sprained neck.

Bradshaw seems like he could be a go for this week against the Eagles. That would be bad news for those who picked up Andre Brown and started him last week and got used RB1 numbers. Be sure to monitor the situation. Brown will likely still get work, but perhaps not enough to warrant a start.

Redskins coach Mike Shanahan says WR Leaonard Hankerson has played "well enough to earn a starting job," especially in place of injured Pierre Garcon.

Asked specifically about Ryan Mathews' fumbling problems, Norv Turner says there will be specific times when his carries will be limited.

Titans coach Mike Munchak said he "still feels good" about TE Jared Cook (shoulder) playing this week.

Titans WR Kenny Britt ankle a little sore but should be ok.

As for Redskins WR Pierre Garçon, head coach Mike Shanahan said he does not know if the wide receiver will practice Wednesday. Garçon has missed the past two games with an injury between the big toe and ball of his foot that he suffered in New Orleans.

“I really don’t know,” Shanahan said. “He’s getting treatment everyday and I’m hoping he gets on the practice field on Wednesday [and] he’s feeling a lot better and will be ready to play. But I can’t tell you at this point.”

Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said RB Roy Helu has turf toe.

Redskins coach Mike Shanahan said RB Evan Royster is day-to-day (patella tendon).

Jim Schwartz on QB Matt Stafford: "I don't have any comment" on how his MRI went. Said he'll make a determination on Friday.

It looks like Stafford won't be a game time decision for the 1 p.m. contest against the Vikings at home. Those Stafford owners without a solid backup should get Shaun Hill, as the Lions aren't expected to shy away from the pass all that much if Hill is the starter.

Browns coach Pat Shurmur on WR Greg Little: "When he goes out in the game, got to catch ball. Can't play a guy that's going to drop footballs.''

Bears coach Lovie Smith says "hopefully" RB Matt Forte will practice this week.

Andy Reid anticipates that Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin will be back this week.

Jets coach Rex Ryan says Stephen Hill is "iffy" for Week 4 vs 49ers with hamstring injury.

The Bills are not expected to have C.J. Spiller this Sunday, but Fred Jackson has recovered quickly from his knee injury to the point that he’ll practice at some point this week.

That according to head coach Chan Gailey in his weekly appearance on WGR Sportsradio 550.

“Fred will practice this week,” said Gailey. “I don’t know if it’ll be Wednesday or Thursday, but he should practice some time this week. His recovery has been amazing.”

Gailey wouldn’t get ahead of himself and discuss the likelihood of Jackson playing Sunday, but he did add that he’s fine going against New England with the guy that rushed for 91 yards in relief of Spiller.

“Tashard Choice is a pretty good back,” said Gailey. “I have no qualms about running with him”

In the event Spiller or Jackson can't go, Tashard Choice will see the bulk of the workload. Choice ran 20 times for 90 yards in relief of Spiller last week.

With the Shonn Greene averaging just 2.8 yards per carry through the team’s first three games, Rex Ryan said Monday some early touches were “possible” for Bilal Powell or Joe McKnight.

“That’s certainly a possibility that we’ll look into,” said Ryan. “We’ll look at anything that will help our team. Has that been discussed? No.

“Well we’d like to get him going more. Without question we’d like to see him get that average up around 4 yards per carry.”

Powell presumably would be the one to get the work, since he beat out McKnight in camp to earn the number-two spot. Powell has averaged four yards a carry. Ryan said the team hasn't discussed it yet, so this could be a warning - for now.

Ron Rivera expects QB Cam Newton and RB Jonathan Stewart should be ready to vs. Atlanta.

Giants WR Domenik Hixon (concussion) has been cleared to resume practice and likely will on Wednesday.

Giants WR Hakeem Nicks is scheduled to practice Thursday.

The Rams got a lineup bonus when running back Steven Jackson was able to play Sunday despite missing the entire practice week with a groin injury. But they didn't get much out of their running game in a 23-6 loss to the Bears.

Jackson tested the groin about two hours before kickoff under the watchful eyes of coach Jeff Fisher, running back coach Ben Sirmans and the Rams' training and medical staff.

"I gave them confidence that I could go and lead this team emotionally and be the starter at running back," Jackson said. "I felt that I could go. I felt that I wasn't going to further injure myself and make myself more susceptible to missing games. Came out of this clean. I just wish that I could've been more productive and helped my team win."

Jackson finished with only 29 yards on 11 carries, with a long run of 13 yards in the third quarter that helped set up the second of two Greg Zuerlein field goals.

No Ahmad Bradshaw (neck) at Giants practice this morning.

Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt got 37 snaps, which was almost double what he had in his first game back against San Diego. Britt would have had even more snaps, but he sprained an ankle toward the end of the contest. Britt did not have a walking boot on in the locker room following the game and did not think the injury was a serious one.

Browns receiver Mohamed Massaquoi suffered a third-quarter left hamstring injury. He tried to keep the hamstring loose riding a stationary bike on the sideline.

"Hopefully, it won't be anything too extensive," Massaquoi said.

Ronnie Brown was among the Chargers inactives. Running back Curtis Brinkley got the nod over the veteran, who entered the game ranking second on the team with nine catches for 52 yards.

Jackie Battle started the season lowest on the depth chart with Brown as the starter. But Battle had a big game in Week 2 garbage time and then added a big run last week. Brinkley and Battle would likely share work if Ryan Mathews would go down again to injury.

Despite a lingering groin injury, Packers WR Greg Jennings is expected to play tonight vs Seattle.

Raiders TE Brandon Myers, who had four catches for 55 yards, left with a concussion and was unavailable to talk after the game.

We likely won't know Myers' status until Wednesday. He has 15 targets this week and 15 catches and the team has raved about his importance in the passing game. He's becoming an option to consider for those who have struggled with the TE position.

Unfortunately for the Colts, injuries added to the insult of a 22-17 home loss to Jacksonville. Wide receiver Austin Collie caught his first pass of the season early in the third quarter for a 6-yard gain.

Then he stayed down. Again.

He spat out his mouthpiece and grabbed his right knee. He didn't put any weight on the right leg as he was lifted by trainers to the bench. Colts coach Chuck Pagano said he didn't know the severity of the injury, but it appeared serious.

You have to feel for Collie who can't seem to stay on the field. If Donnie Avery is still on your wire, he appears to be a pretty decent pickup as the Colts WR2. He had just two catches this week but had a TD in Week 1 and 111 yards in Week 2.

Talk of Wes Welker's role with the team should subside this week after he led all receivers in snaps played ... Julian Edelman played the most snaps of any receiver in the first half (38) but didn’t play in the second half because of a left hand injury.

If that Pats are trying to keep Welker out of their game plan, they sure are having a hard time after TE Aaron Hernandez went down last week and now Edelman getting hurt his week. Both injuries have allowed Welker to stay on the field. His status should be pretty safe for the next few weeks, until Aaron Hernandez returns, then it will be a wait-and-see approach. Newly signed TE Kellen Winslow played just four snaps.

An MRI showed Reggie Bush did not suffer any structural damage to his left knee and he could play Sunday at Arizona.

Don't go putting him in your lineup just yet. But, it's certainly good news from earlier today when a Palm Beach Post source said Bush could miss several weeks. Be sure to monitor the situation this week leading up to the game. The Fins play on the road so it will be a late game.

Daniel Thomas stepped in and had 19 carries for 69 yards and a TD in place of Bush, but it was just a 3.6 average to go along with his second fumble in two games. Rookie Lamar Miller added nine carries for 48 yards, however, it's said Miller still doesn't really know the playbook and is a raw pass blocker. Thomas could get a bulk of the carries, but Miller is sure to cut into that workload making it a committee.

Vikes wide receiver Jerome Simpson's three-game suspension for violating the NFL 's substance abuse policy will come to an end Monday, meaning he can rejoin the Vikings on a full-time basis and go through all team activities.

Simpson, who was signed as a free agent during the offseason after four seasons in Cincinnati, should provide the Vikings with a vertical threat upon his return for next Sunday's game in Detroit.

"Obviously, (Simpson is) a great player and we're going to find ways to use him and get the ball to him," QB Christian Ponder said. "We're excited he'll be back for this game (next Sunday)."

WR Percy Harvin seems especially excited that Simpson will join him on the field.

"Let's party," he said. "It's another weapon. We'll welcome him back. It's something for us to keep going, and for us to keep going we need all our weapons."

Simpson will likely be a popular pickup with his return this week and perhaps already was last week. He gives the team a vertical threat, a week after Ponder threw for two TDs in an upset win over the 49ers. For now, temper expectations for Simpson until he's back in game shape. If you have the roster room, he could be worth stashing away. This will also likely mean less time for Michael Jenkins and Devin Aromashodu

No physical setbacks for Chargers RB Ryan Mathews in season debut. "My shoulder feels fine. ... I got some good hits in."

Matthews carried 10 times for 44 yards and added five catches for 32 more yards, a pretty good day considering the outcome of the game was pretty lopsided in Atlanta's favor. He should put up better numbers next week as the Bolts visit the Chiefs.

Star cornerback Darrelle Revis tore the ACL in his left knee and will require season-ending surgery, New York Jets coach Rex Ryan announced Monday.

Revis underwent an MRI exam Monday morning, confirming the team's worst fears. Their All-Pro was hurt in the third quarter of Sunday's overtime win over the Miami Dolphins, a non-contact injury that occurred when he was trying to tackle running back Daniel Thomas on a screen pass.

It's a crushing blow to the Jets' defense, which already is off to a slow start. They're ranked 21st in yards allowed.

This is a huge loss to those who own the Jets defense, as Revis weekly took half the field away with his stellar one-on-one coverage.

Late Sunday night, the Raiders got good news when the team announced WR Darrius Heyward-Bey was in stable condition after suffering a concussion.

Heyward-Bey, though, will remain in the hospital overnight for observation.

According to CBSSports.com's Jason La Canfora, the Raiders are "cautiously optimistic" that Heyward-Bey will be OK.

The Raiders spread the ball around to 10 different receivers. But, Bey had a TD catch in the game before leaving. Denarius Moore also had a TD and could see more targets as a result of the team likely losing Bey for a while. Rod Streater looks to move up to the WR2 with Derek Hagen taking over at the WR3.

Cardinals RB Beanie Wells left Sunday's game with a toe injury. He later expressed concern that it's turf toe.

Ryan Williams was very effective in his place, and is definitely worth a pickup if he's available on the waiver wire. LaRod Stephens-Howling will also be involved.

Bills running back C.J. Spiller will be out next week, coach Chan Gailey said after today's 24-14 win over the Cleveland Browns, but looks to have avoided a more serious injury to his left shoulder.

"I don't believe it's long, long term," Gailey said. "If he misses a week, that's long for me. I think he's going to be out for sure this week, and then we'll see where he goes from there."

Gailey started off his press conference by saying Spiller will have more tests conducted Monday.

"He's out for a week or two, but I don't know how extensive it is," the coach said.

Gailey was asked whether Spiller had suffered a borken collarbone, and responded simply, "No."

Fred Jackson may be back sooner than later if Spiller can't get healthy. It is good news that the collarbone is not broken. Look for Tashard Choice to fill-in while both Spiller and Jackson are out. He is capable, but won't set the world on fire.

The status of Lions QB Matthew Stafford for Detroit's Week 4 game vs. Minnesota is uncertain after a right leg injury forced him from Sunday's 44-41 overtime loss to the Titans.

Stafford said the injury happened during practices leading up to Sunday's loss –- he didn't identify which workout –- and that the injury bothered him throughout the week. Stafford said his pursuit of Titans CB Alterraun Verner after Verner's interception late in the fourth quarter was the final straw.

“I felt [the injury] during a couple of plays,” he said. “I was trying to sit on a heat pack to try and keep it loose and warm. On the play trying to go after [Verner], I felt like I couldn't [run fast]. I felt like if I tried to [run] it would have been a lot worse than it is.

Stafford said he wasn't sure which muscle in his leg was injured, and that he will undergo an MRI for further diagnosis.

Shaun Hill would be a very capable fill-in if Stafford has to miss Week 4.

Dolphins running back Reggie Bush was off to another impressive start on Sunday against the Jets, with 10 carries for 61 yards early in the game. Then he went down with a knee injury.

At the moment the Dolphins don’t know Bush’s status, but they expect to know more on Monday, presumably he will have an MRI. A source with knowledge of the situation told PFT it doesn’t look bad, but they won’t know for sure until he has a thorough examination.

Daniel Thomas is first in line if Bush misses any time. Lamar Miller would get some work as well.

Patriots Inactives
Jake Bequette DE
Brandon Deaderick DE
Alfonzo Dennard CB
Justin Francis DE
Aaron Hernandez TE
Nick McDonald G
Shane Vereen RB

Brandon Lloyd looks like a safe start at this point. Stevan Ridley should receive the majority of the touches with Shane Vereen out again.

Ravens Inactives
Billy Bajema TE
Bryan Hall DT
Asa Jackson CB
Sergio Kindle LB
Jah Reid T
DeAngelo Tyson DE
LaQuan Williams WR

Torrey Smith is active for Sunday Night Football after spending the day away from the team with his family. If you waited on him, you're starting him.

Ravens wide receiver Torrey Smith has rejoined his teammates in Baltimore after traveling to Virginia to be with his family following the early morning death of his younger brother, Tevin, in a motorcycle accident.

All indications point toward Smith planning to play tonight against the New England Patriots at M&T Bank Stadium.

Torrey Smith told Ravens he intends to play tonight but is not yet back with the team. Ravens letting him make all decisions in this regard.

Inactives will be announced 90 minutes prior to kickoff.

Steelers Inactives
Mike Adams T
Charlie Batch QB
James Harrison LB
Rashard Mendenhall RB
Troy Polamalu S
Adrian Robinson LB
Stevenson Sylvester LB

Raiders Inactives
Joe Barksdale T
Khalif Barnes T
Juron Criner WR
Lucas Nix G
Terrelle Pryor QB
Shawntae Spencer CB

Texans Inactives
John Beck QB
Brandon Brooks G
Roc Carmichael DB
Tim Dobbins LB
Andrew Gardner T
Brandon Harris DB
DeVier Posey WR

Broncos Inactives
Andre Caldwell WR
C.J. Davis G
Caleb Hanie QB
Steven Johnson LB
Chris Kuper G
Knowshon Moreno RB
Sealver Siliga DT

With Moreno oout, RB Ronnie Hillman is active for the first time this week.

Cardinals Inactives
S Adrian Wilson
TE Todd Heap
QB John Skelton
WR LaRon Byrd
RB William Powell
G Senio Kelemete
T Pat McQuistan

Jeff King and Robert Housler will work at TE while Kevin Kolb again gets the start.

Falcons Inactives
QB Dominique Davis
CB Christopher Owens
RB Antone Smith
OL Joe Hawley
OL Lamar Holmes
DL Jonathan Massaquoi
DL Cliff Matthews

Chargers Inactives
RB Ronnie Brown
S Brandon Taylor
CB Shareece Wright
LB Jonas Mouton
DT Antonio Garay
OL Jared Gaither
TE Ladarius Green

Ryan Mathews and Antonio Gates return to game action this week. Both are expected to see normal work.

Eagles Inactives
QB Trent Edwards
WR Jeremy Maclin
WR Riley Cooper
LT King Dunlap
OL Nate Menkin
DE Vinny Curry
RB Dion Lewis

Damaris Johnson and Jason Avant will get extra work with Jeremy Maclin out

Torrey Smith left the Ravens hotel following the death of his younger brother Tevin in a motorcycle accident at 2 am. The Ravens are leaving any decision to play tonight up to Smith. The accident is believed to have occured in nearby Virginia.

It's unclear if Smith will suit up tonight (and obviously secondary to his tragic loss), although one source says he still wants to go. The Ravens play in the late game Sunday, so leaving Torrey in your lineup comes with considerable risk.

As expected, Redskins WR Pierre Garcon will not play today. Aldrick Robinson & Leonard Hankerson will fill in.

The Jets confirmed a Daily News report that tight end Dustin Keller (hamstring) is out for Sunday’s game. Fullback John Conner (knee) and OL Dennis Landolt (knee) also didn’t travel with the team and won’t play.

Jeff Cumberland will work at TE, but shouldn't be considered a fantasy option.

Patriots TE Kellen Winslow will be active tonight vs. Baltimore.

Saints WR Marques Colston told NFL Network's Albert Breer he will be available today. Foot injuries can be problematic, so Saints will test it pregame.

Bills RB Fred Jackson (knee) has a "chance" to return in Week 4 against the Patriots.

One day after returning from a groin injury and practicing in pads, Packers WR Greg Jennings made even more strides Saturday. He was listed as questionable on the Packers' injury report, but HC Mike McCarthy didn't hide the fact Jennings was all but a lock to play against Seattle on "Monday Night Football."

"Greg looked good today," McCarthy said after practice Saturday. "I thought he made a big jump from earlier in the week. Practiced well. His examination in the morning will be the key to whether he goes or not. But I thought he looked like himself today."

Jennings suffered a setback Tuesday when he tried to return too early, but after resting Wednesday and Thursday he was able to take part in some team drills Friday.

McCarthy said Saturday he was convinced Jennings was ready to handle whatever load he gave him.

"That was really part of him taking the full snaps today," McCarthy said. "Wanted to see him go through a full practice. He took them all. It didn't look to be an issue."

It looks like Jennings will play Monday night, but it's tough to depend on injured players heading into the final game of the week. Consider Jennings a WR2, but don't wait on him if you have good options available.

PACKERS

OUT
LB Jamari Lattimore (ankle)

DOUBTFUL
CB Davon House (shoulder)

QUESTIONABLE
TE Tom Crabtree (shoulder), WR Greg Jennings (groin), S Sean Richardson (hamstring), RB James Starks (toe), DE C.J. Wilson (groin)

PROBABLE
WR Randall Cobb (hamstring), LB Terrell Manning (concussion), LB Nick Perry (wrist), G Josh Sitton (knee)

SEAHAWKS

OUT
CB Byron Maxwell (hamstring)

QUESTIONABLE
WR Doug Baldwin (shoulder)

PROBABLE
RB Marshawn Lynch (back), WR Charly Martin (chest), TE Zach Miller (foot), T Russell Okung (knee), WR Sidney Rice (not injury related)

Jennings practiced on Saturday and insists he's playing. Things are certainly looking up, but he's only a WR2-type start even if he does play on Monday night, so don't bench solid options on Sunday hoping that Jennings will play.

There didn't seem to be any limitations on Packers WR Greg Jennings during Saturday's practice. During the six periods the media was allowed to watch, Jennings took part in everything, including the 2-minute drill, where he caught several passes from QB Aaron Rodgers.

Afterward, coach Mike McCarthy said, "Greg looked good today. He made a big jump. He practiced well." McCarthy said that Jennings pushed himself through the entire practice, taking on his normal load to see how his injured groin would hold up and things looked good. "That (endurance) doesn't look to be an issue," McCarthy said.

Jennings said Friday that he doesn't expect to be 100% on Monday night, but it's probably a good sign for him that he was able to practice two days in a row. Friday was his first work since pulling his groin muscle against San Francisco in the season opener.

Things are certainly looking up for Jennings, but he's only a WR2-type start even if he does play on Monday night, so don't bench solid options hoping that Jennings will play.

Giants coach Tom Coughlin suggests that RB Andre Brown and WR Ramses Barden could have bigger roles in New York’s offense.

“I think there’s a place for everybody,” Coughlin said. “It’s a long stretch. That’s being proven right now…in the third game of the year.”

Chargers coach Norv Turner expects RB Ryan Mathews (clavicle) to make an impact against the Falcons in Week 3.

“I expect him to come in and play at a high level,” Turner said.

The Dolphins have gone 16 straight games without allowing a 100-yard rusher.

Cardinals RB Ryan Williams admits that he’s thinking about his surgically repaired knee when he receives carries in games.

“As soon as some contact comes, sometimes the first thing I think about is ‘Is my leg going to be okay?’” Williams said. “I’m not thinking, ‘Play fast.’ It’s ‘When I get hit, I need to lay myself down so my leg isn’t caught up in some crazy mess.”

According to the Arizona Cardinals official website, QB Kevin Kolb’s wife is pregnant with a due date of October 4. If the baby were to be born on Sunday, Kolb says he would miss the game.

“I’m just hoping it doesn’t present itself, let’s put it that way,” Kolb said. “I don’t want to have to make that decision. I care about both obviously. I would have to lean toward seeing my baby be born, but that’s a long shot (having a conflict) so hopefully it doesn’t present itself.”

Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (back) returned to full practice on Friday and will play Monday versus the Packers.

Saints QB Drew Brees (ankle, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. No worries here.

Jaguars QB Blaine Gabbert (glute, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. Gabbert made an appearance in our Sneaky Starts for Week 3 given his nice matchup with the Colts.

Jets QB Mark Sanchez (back, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. Sanchez made an appearance in our Sneaky Starts for Week 3 given his nice matchup with the Dolphins.

Cardinals QB John Skelton (ankle, questionable) took limited practice reps again Friday and is questionable for Week 3. Kevin Kolb is expected to start against the Eagles.

Chiefs RB Jamaal Charles (knee, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Bears RB Matt Forte (ankle, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 3. Michael Bush is a nice start in Forte’s place.

Rams RB Steven Jackson (groin, questionable) missed practice all week and is questionable for Week 3. Jackson may very well play in Week 3, but if he can't go, look for Daryl Richardson to carry the load as he did in Week 2. He can be plugged in as a low-end RB2/flex.

Seahawks RB Marshawn Lynch (back) took limited practice reps Thursday. Lynch should be fine for Week 3.

Chargers RB Ryan Mathews (shoulder, questionable) took full practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3. Mathews is fully expected to make his return in Week 3. He looks like a solid RB2 at this point, though he may lose some third-down work as a team eases him back into action.

Browns RB Trent Richardson (knee, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Cardinals RB Beanie Wells (knee, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. Wells made our Week 3 Sneaky Starts due to his nice matchup with an Eagles rush defense that has yielded 4.9 YPC so far this season.

Cardinals RB Ryan Williams (knee, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 3.

Steelers RB Jonathan Dwyer (toe, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 3.

Steelers RB Rashard Mendenhall (knee, out) took full practice reps all week and is out for week three. He is expected to return in week five after the team’s bye.

Jaguars RB Rashad Jennings (knee, doubtful) returned to take limited reps Friday after missing practice earlier in the week and is doubtful for week three. With Jennings likely out, look for Maurice Jones-Drew to handle a very big workload against the Colts. No other RBs carried the ball against the Texans in week two.

Dolphins RB Daniel Thomas (concussion, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for week three. He should resume his role as Reggie Bush’ s primary backup.

Chargers RB Curtis Brinkley (knee, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for week three.

Patriots RB Shane Vereen (foot, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for week three. At this point, Vereen is not much of a threat to Stevan Ridley, but that could change with a fumble.

Bengals RB Bernard Scott (hand, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. Scott could potentially eat into the workload of BenJarvus Green-Ellis.

Jets RB John Conner (knee, doubtful) missed practice all week and is doubtful for week three.

Raiders RB Mike Goodson (hamstring, questionable) missed practice Friday and is questionable for Week 3.

49ers RB Brandon Jacobs (knee, questionable) missed practice all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Raiders RB Taiwan Jones (ribs, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Rams RB Brit Miller (thigh, questionable) missed practice all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Dolphins RB Lamar Miller (ankle, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Titans RB Javon Ringer (elbow, questionable) took full practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Falcons RB Antone Smith (hamstring, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 3.

Packers RB James Starks (toe) took limited practice reps again Friday.

Patriots WR Brandon Lloyd (thigh, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3. The injury is considered to be minor, so this is probably just the Patriots playing games with the injury report, as usual.

Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin (hip, out) missed practice Friday after taking limited reps Thursday and is out for Week 3. With Maclin out, expect Damaris Johnson to be the main beneficiary among the WRs. Some may point to Jason Avant (wrist, probable), but in the four games that either DeSean Jackson or Jeremy Maclin missed in 2011, Avant was entirely unpredictable. He posted 1-2, 1-13, 8-110-1 and 1-10 in those four games, and his average targets (4.8) over that span actually decreased from his average targets in the other 12 games that season (5.2). Instead, it was Riley Cooper who saw 27 targets in Weeks 11-13, posting 13-240-1 in three games, though he failed to catch a pass in Week 10. Johnson will fill Cooper's role in Week 3. The other player who should benefit is Brent Celek, who saw 11 targets with Maclin knocked out of Week 2. DeSean Jackson (hamstring, probable) becomes a safer start as well.

Saints WR Marques Colston (foot, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3. Colston looks iffy. Look for Lance Moore, Darren Sproles and Devery Henderson (concussion, probable) to pick up the slack if Colston can't play.

Redskins WR Pierre Garcon (foot, doubtful) took limited practice reps all week and is doubtful for Week 3. The doubtful tag means that Garcon is virtually certain to miss Week 3. In Week 2, Aldrick Robinson had a deep pass go off his helmet, while Leonard Hankerson hauled in a long TD and Josh Morgan had the boneheaded penalty towards the end of the game. It's not clear who will fill in for Garcon, though Hankerson seems to have the inside track with his good play against the Rams.

Packers WR Greg Jennings (groin) returned to take limited reps Friday after missing practice Thursday. Jennings looks iffy for Monday night, though it is a good sign that he was able to participate at all. James Jones would start opposite of Jordy Nelson, with Randall Cobb likely seeing increased snaps in the slot. Donald Driver would also be in the mix.

Lions WR Calvin Johnson (ankle, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 3.

Falcons WRs Julio Jones (thigh, probable) and Roddy White (knee, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 3.

Colts WR Austin Collie (head, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3. If Collie is cleared, it will put a dent in the value of Donnie Avery, who would otherwise be a very sneaky start in Week 3. The Colts could choose to ease Collie in as a WR3 given Avery's fine play.

Steelers WR Mike Wallace (groin, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 3.

Cowboys WR Miles Austin (hamstring, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Chiefs WR Dexter McCluster (shoulder, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3. Given the injury, McCluster looks shaky for a nice matchup with the Saints.

Packers WR Randall Cobb (hamstring) took limited practice reps again Friday. If Jennings can't play, Cobb would be worth a desperation start.

Browns WR Greg Little (back, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Steelers WR Emmanuel Sanders (knee, probable) took full practice reps again Friday and is probable for Week 3.

Dolphins WR Anthony Armstrong (hamstring, probable) took full practice reps on Friday after being limited earlier in the week and is probable for Week 3.

Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin (shoulder) took limited practice reps Thursday.

Chiefs WR Steve Breaston (wrist, probable) took limited practice reps Friday and is probable for Week 3.

Broncos WR Brandon Stokley (shoulder, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Buccaneers WR Sammie Stroughter (foot) was removed from the injury report Friday. He was placed on injured reserve, ending his season.

Eagles WR Riley Cooper (collarbone, out) took limited practice reps all week and is out for Week 3.

Browns WR Josh Cribbs (knee, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Raiders WR Juron Criner (ankle, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

49ers WR Ted Ginn (ankle, questionable) took limited practice reps all week and is questionable for Week 3.

Cowboys WR Andre Holmes (knee, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.

Seahawks WR Charly Martin (chest) took full practice reps Thursday.

Bills WR Ruvell Martin (ankle, out) missed practice all week and is out for Week 3.

Dolphins WR Marlon Moore (hamstring, doubtful) missed practice again Friday and is doubtful for Week 3.

Chargers WR Eddie Royal (shoulder, probable) took full practice reps all week and is probable for Week 3.