Patriots Beat: Tim Wright could see the 'most extended action' at TE in Week 1

Sep 05, 2014

Don't be surprised if tight end Tim Wright plays a lot for the Patriots on Sunday in Miami. One teammate told me he's been impressed with how seamlessly Wright has transitioned into the Patriots' system and picked up a complex offense (he played 43 snaps, including penalties, in the preseason finale). So while Rob Gronkowski said he is ready to contribute in a part-time role in Week 1, Wright is primed for perhaps the most extended action at the position.

Fantasy Impact:

We like Wright as a long play, but it sounds as if he has picked things up very quickly and is ready to make an impact from the get-go. He's nothing but a desperation play at this point, but things can change in a heartbeat.

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.