Fantasy - Football Wiretap

Josh Gordon's One-Year Suspension Upheld

Sep 25, 2014 5:41 AM

The one-year suspension for Josh Gordon has been upheld.

Gordon had appealed the suspension in hopes of receiving a reduction.

Gordon will miss all of next year's training camp as well.

Gordon's suspension is a result of a positive marijuana test.

Adam Schefter/ESPN

Tags: Cleveland Browns, Fantasy, Suspension

Discuss
Cam Newton Has Fractured Rib

Aug 31, 2014 11:51 AM

Cam Newton suffered a hairline fracture to a rib during Friday night's loss at the New England Patriots and will not play in Thursday's preseason finale for the Carolina Panthers at Pittsburgh.

Ron Rivera is optimistic Newton, who missed most of the offseason recovering from surgery on his left ankle, will be ready to play in the Sept. 7 opener at Tampa Bay.

"I do [expect him to be ready], but a lot of it is he had to get past the soreness, which we expect, and we'll see how he starts to progress," Rivera said after Sunday's practice.

Newton was in a great deal of pain when he arrived at the stadium on Sunday. He was sent him for an MRI and CAT scan. 

David Newton/ESPN

Tags: Carolina Panthers, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
Wes Welker Sustains Concussion

Sep 8, 2014 1:43 PM

Wes Welker suffered a concussion on a hit to the helmet from D.J. Swearinger.

Welker missed three games last season after sustaining two concussions.

"It was determined it was a concussion," John Fox said. "He'll go through the protocol. The biggest thing on him is, of course, player safety. He'll go through the protocol."

In terms of a timetable for Welker's return, Fox said that will be determined by doctors.

"We'll leave that to the medical people and he won't come back until he's ready to come back," the coach said.

Jeff Legwold/ESPN

Tags: Denver Broncos, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
LeSean McCoy Injures Thumb, X-Rays Negative

Aug 24, 2014 6:20 AM

LeSean McCoy left the Philadelphia Eagles' 31-21 preseason win over the Pittsburgh Steelers with a right thumb injury.

X-rays on McCoy's thumb were negative, but he didn't return after his 22-yard touchdown catch gave Philadelphia a 7-0 lead.

Chip Kelly called McCoy's thumb injury "no big deal," although McCoy acknowledged it was sore.

"A helmet hit it," McCoy said, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. "It definitely hurts. But there have been times I've been banged up and it turns out fine. We'll see what happens."

ESPN

Tags: Philadelphia Eagles, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
Kaepernick Played Through Foot Injury For Most Of 2013

Oct 19, 2014 11:09 AM

Colin Kaepernick played through a foot injury in 2013.

Kaepernick revealed to The Sacramento Bee this week that he suffered a chipped bone on his forefoot and a ruptured capsule in the ball of his foot when a Seahawks defender landed on it in a Week 2 loss at Seattle.

After rushing for 87 yards against the Seahawks, Kaepernick didn't clear 20 yards on the ground again for more than a month.

"I noticed it, especially in practice," Jim Harbaugh said in March of Kaepernick's limited mobility. "I think anytime you have a foot, a hand or a finger, it affects you throwing and running."

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Tags: San Francisco 49ers, Fantasy, Injury, IQ

Discuss
Kelly: Concerns Over McCoy's Turf Toe 'Overblown'

Oct 31, 2014 3:42 PM

Chip Kelly believes that concerns over LeSean McCoy's turf toe are overblown.

"He practiced full yesterday, and he's fine," Kelly said. "It's not as big an issue as I think anybody's made it out to be."

Kelly said the situation was "overblown" for a player missing one practice in August. 

Zach Berman/Philadelphia Inquirer

Tags: Philadelphia Eagles, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
Rob Gronkowski Participates In 11-On-11 Drills

Sep 1, 2014 8:54 PM

Rob Gronkowski participated in 11-on-11 drills on Monday for the first time since the New England Patriots opened training camp.

Gronkowski isn't a lock to play in Week 1 as he recovers from a torn ACL, but he's clearly making progress.

Gronkowski has been one of the NFL's most productive tight ends when healthy since coming into the NFL.

Josh Alper/Pro Football Talk

Tags: New England Patriots, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
Sammy Watkins Injures Ribs

Oct 23, 2014 7:58 PM

Sammy Watkins suffered a rib contusion during the Buffalo Bills' preseason game on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

"They're going to run tests and everything and we'll see how he is," Doug Marrone said.

Watkins took a hit from Ryan Shazier on a third down pass from EJ Manuel.

Mike Rodak/ESPN

Tags: Buffalo Bills, Fantasy, Injury

Discuss
Dwayne Bowe Suspended One Game For Violating Substance Abuse Policy

Aug 19, 2014 5:36 AM

Dwayne Bowe will be suspended for one game for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.

Bowe was arrested for possession of marijuana last fall and was suspended four games for violating the PED policy in 2009.

Bowe is the Kansas City Chiefs' No. 1 receiver.

Darin Gantt/Pro Football Talk

Tags: Kansas City Chiefs, Fantasy, Suspension

Discuss
Andre Ellington To Be Used Like Jamaal Charles

Aug 31, 2014 11:19 AM

The Arizona Cardinals will increase the usage of Andre Ellington in 2014, leading some to expect the second-year running back to become a fantasy darling.

"I think he's gonna be basically Jamaal Charles," Cardinals' game analyst Ron Wolfley said during the telecast of the preseason opener. "I think that probably is the best comparison."

Regarding Arians' prescription of 25 to 30 touches per game, Wolfley said, "I'll believe it when I see it."

"But at the same time," Wolfley added, "I was talking to some coaches, guys that I have an awful lot of regard and respect for on this team that believe he's a 2,000-yard per year player -- just like Charles, 70 receptions.

"They're going to get him the ball, they're going to do it in creative ways. ... He's a rare talent. He really is. Because there's not many running backs you can take and split them out."

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Tags: Arizona Cardinals, Fantasy, IQ

Discuss
Gronkowski Still Favoring Surgically Repired Knee
Rob Gronkowski is not a lock to be in the Patriots' lineup for Week 1.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

John Brown Draws Comparisons To Boldin, Marvin Harrison
John Brown has been very impressive in training camp and preseason with the Cardinals.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Hilton: Colts Have Three No. 1 Receivers
T.Y. Hilton believes Andrew Luck will be throwing to three No. 1 type receivers with himself, Reggie Wayne and Hakeem Nicks.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com

Gronkowski Participates In 7-On-7 Drill For First Time In Camp
Rob Gronkowski wore a red non-contract jersey as he comes back from knee surgery.

Mike Reiss/ESPN

Marshawn Lynch Getting Closer To Normal Self
Marshawn Lynch is hitting his stride after being an early holdout of training camp for the Seahawks.

Terry Blount/ESPN

Carlos Hyde Impressive In NFL Debut
Carlos Hyde had five carries for 39 yards in his first NFL game with the 49ers.

Gregg Rosenthal/NFL.com

Steelers Pleased With Blount's Play, Attitude In Camp
The Steelers signed LeGarrette Blount to a two-year, $3.85 million contract in March and that seemed like a bargain in the offseason.

Scott Brown/ESPN

Jets Working To Get Chris Johnson Ball In Space
Chris Johnson's surgically repaired knee hasn't given him troubles in training camp with the Jets.

Rich Cimini/ESPN

Bills To Still Give Most Carries To Spiller, Jackson
The Bills traded for Bryce Brown and also signed Anthony Dixon this offseason, but Doug Marrone plans to continue featuring a two-back system with C.J. Spiller and Fred Jackson.

Mike Rodak/ESPN

Browns Expecting 8-Game Ban For Josh Gordon
If Josh Gordon gets an eight-game ban, he'd be eligible to return on Nov. 6.

Josh Katzowitz/CBS Sports

DeSean Jackson Leaves Practice With Ankle Injury
DeSean Jackson left practice on Wednesday with an ankle injury.

Darin Gantt/Pro Football Talk

David Wilson To Retire At 23
David Wilson will retire from football at the age of 23 on the orders of doctors due to the condition of his neck and spine.

Dan Graziano/ESPN

Trent Richardson Becoming More Comfortable With Colts
Trent Richardson had an impressive week of practice with the Colts.

Mike Wells/ESPN

Drew Brees Sits With Oblique Strain
Luke McCown currently is Drew Brees' primary backup at quarterback.

Kevin Patra/NFL.com

Michael Crabtree Out 1-2 Weeks
Michael Crabtree is believed to be suffering from a sore hamstring.

Chris Wesseling/NFL.com