Slaton watched sidelines, never returned to field

Nov 01, 2009

As expected, a Texans running back had a huge day against the Bills. Unfortunately for Steve Slaton owners, his name was Ryan Moats.

Moats, who took over in the backfield after a fumble by Slaton on his first carry of the game, rolled up 126 yards on 23 carries and scored three times in Houston's 31-10 victory against the Bills. Meanwhile, Slaton watched helplessly from the sideline and never returned to the field after losing his league-leading fifth fumble. He finished with two catches for 10 yards and 1 yard rushing.

It's unclear if this move will be permanent, but Slaton owners need to grab Moats immediately. But before you think Moats is a waiver-wire gem for everyone, remember that this breakout game came against the Bills' league-worst run defense. Plus, it's not guaranteed he'll be starting Week 9 against Indy. Pay close attention to this situation this week.

Fantasy Impact:

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Chiefs WR Hollywood Brown's practice window to open "Friday or Monday"

Ian Rapoport

45 minutes ago

Chiefs WR Hollywood Brown has received final clearance to practice, paving the way for him to play before the regular season ends.

Brown, who is recovering from surgery to repair his SC joint, should have his window opened Friday or Monday. The team will be cautious.

Fantasy Impact:

If Brown were cleared by Week 17, he would be incredibly tough to start in pretty much any sort of fantasy league with Championships on the line. However, he could be an interesting click for Playoff-only leagues if he can ramp up in time.

Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker misses second straight practice

Adam Schefter

49 minutes ago

For a second straight day today, Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker III didn’t practice due to his calf injury.

Related Players: Zach Charbonnet, Kenny McIntosh

Fantasy Impact:

Looks like things should be cleared out for Charbonnet once again in what could be a very close game against the Packers. If Walker misses Week 15, fire Charbs up as a high-end RB2.

49ers RB Isaac Guerendo, Nick Bosa, and Dre Greenlaw active for Week 15

Lindsey Pallares

1 hour ago

In Week 15, the red and gold have defensive lineman Nick Bosa and linebacker Dre Greenlaw active and ready for the team's second meeting with their NFC West rival, the Los Angeles Rams.

On the other side of the ball, the 49ers will have rookie running back Isaac Guerendo available against the Rams. He was listed as questionable on Wednesday on account of a foot sprain but was given the green light to play ahead of "Thursday Night Football."

Fantasy Impact:

We do expect Guerendo to handle the majority workload for TNF, but you do have to wonder if he gets the same type of workload he would have, had he avoided the injury report all week. Consider him closer to an RB3 than a locked-in RB2 he otherwise would have been.