The Chicago Bears spent the entire offseason program wo...

Jun 14, 2013

The Chicago Bears spent the entire offseason program working with quarterback Jay Cutler on ways to get rid of the football in a more timely manner.

In an effort to speed up Cutler's release time, Bears coach Marc Trestman kept a verbal running clock on the practice field every time Cutler or the other two quarterbacks on the roster dropped back during 7-on-7 or 11-on-11.

Trestman wanted to drill into Cutler's head the importance of making quick decisions, as opposed to sitting in the pocket patting the football while waiting for a play to develop down the field. Cutler has always been considered a quarterback who prefers reaction over anticipation.

Fantasy Impact:

Cutler could certainly use some coaching, as he has not been the player he was in Denver. Can Trestman bring out the best in him?

today

Eagles promote RB Dameon Pierce to active roster

Jeremy Fowler

26 minutes ago

The Eagles are elevating RB Dameon Pierce to the 53-man roster, per source.

RB help needed due to injuries to Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby.

Related Players: Will Shipley, Jaydon Blue, Carson Steele

Fantasy Impact:

Shipley remains the preferred Week 5 option, but Pierce could take enough early-down and short-yardage work to limit Shipley’s ceiling. Pierce is only a deep-league stash for now. His promotion also pushes Blue and Steele further from immediate fantasy relevance.

Vikings sign Odell Beckham Jr. to practice squad

Christopher Gates

2 hours ago

The Vikings signed WR Odell Beckham Jr. and WR Jeshaun Jones to their practice squad Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact:

Beckham does not carry immediate fantasy value as a practice-squad addition after failing to record a catch with New York. He could be elevated if Jefferson misses another game, but Addison, Hockenson, and Jennings would remain the safer bets for targets.

yesterday

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels (elbow) could play Week 5

Mike Garafolo on X

yesterday · 3:16 PM EDT

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels practiced last week and if he has a good week he'll be on track to play in Week 5.

Related players: Marcus Mariota, Athan Kaliakmanis

Fantasy Impact:

Mariota is going to miss time with the MCL sprain, Garafolo said, which looks like it will clear the way for Daniels to start in Week 5. The Commanders get the Giants this week but things are certainly pointing the direction that he's going to get the start, which is a pretty quick recovery time given the injury. Keep an eye on his practice week ahead.