Felix Jones expected to start Week 8

Oct 23, 2012

Dallas RB DeMarco Murray (sprained foot) no longer needs a scooter to get around. He was seen carrying crutches Monday without a limp.

But clearly he was given the crutches for reason. He's unlikely to return for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Felix Jones should start even though he got banged up against the Panthers and is nursing a strained neck and sprained knee.

So look for second-year player and former undrafted free agent Phillip Tanner to get a big load against the Giants. He's not as explosive as Jones or Murray, but he is a tough and steady inside runner. He also doesn't fumble and is a reliable pass protector.

Fantasy Impact:

With Jones banged up, Tanner could see work this week too, which means this may be a committee situation. The Giants are in the middle of the pack when it comes to allowing fantasy points to running backs, but right now neither of these guys seem like a safe play outside of a flex spot.

yesterday

Saints RB Alvin Kamara off injury report ahead of Week 15

Tom Pelissero

yesterday · 4:30 PM EST

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

yesterday · 4:28 PM EST

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.