Burgess seen as nice fit

May 20, 2009

Even as a two-time Pro Bowler, Derrick Burgess is not a familiar name to Patriots followers. But those familiar with the Raiders DE, whom the Patriots have explored acquiring in a trade, say he'd improve them. According to league sources, the Patriots discussed a deal for Burgess as far back as the draft. Oakland's asking price - a 2nd- or 3rd-round pick, according to reports - might have derailed a deal. Still, the 30-year-old Burgess, who is in the final year of a five-year deal and carries a $2 million base salary for 2009, might be the Patriots' best option for a proven pass rusher after losing out on Jason Taylor.Taylor told the Miami media yesterday that he did talk to the Patriots.

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Saints RB Alvin Kamara off injury report ahead of Week 15

Tom Pelissero

1 hour ago

The Saints officially listed QB Derek Carr (left hand/concussion) as doubtful for Sunday vs. Washington. Jake Haener will make his first NFL start.

RB Alvin Kamara (illness) is off the injury report and good to go.

Related Players: Kendre Miller

Fantasy Impact:

It would have been an easy click for a Kendre Miller week if Kamara were forced to miss, but this puts the kibosh on that. Fire Kamara up as an RB2 this week in a game that may feature him even more than usual with no Carr.

Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker Doubtful for Week 15

Ian Rapoport

1 hour ago

The Seahawks list RB Kenneth Walker III (calf) as doubtful for Sunday's game.

Related Players: Zach Charbonnet, Kenny McIntosh

Fantasy Impact:

Looks like a clear runway for another Charbonnet week in what should be a tightly contested game against the Packers at home. Fire him up as a fringe RB1/2.