Tomlin: Martavis Bryant's issues 'bigger than football'

Sep 01, 2015

In order for a player to be suspended for marijuana use, Steeler WR Martavis Bryant would have had to have failed multiple tests - as many as four reportedly - since entering the NFL last year.

HC Mike Tomlin declined to get into the specifics of the testing but said that Bryant will be able to participate in meetings, training and rehab, though he is not allowed to play or practice.

"We're in the process of working out a plan and what's appropriate for him the individual, not the player," Tomlin said. "I think that's an element of this we need to keep in perspective as we move forward with him. He has issues that he's dealing with that are bigger than football. We're committed to assisting the man in that."

Fantasy Impact:

Bryant, who had eight touchdowns in 10 games last season, could face a 10-game suspension for another failed test and a one-year ban after that.

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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.