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Archive for August 2008

August 31st, 2008

Chris Perry Starter - Fantasy Football Impact

Chris Perry has been named the starer at running back for the Cincinnati Bengals. That spot became open when the Bengals recently released Rudi Johnson.
Perry, he seems to be a player who has forever remained a fantasy football sleeper, has never been able to turn the corner on his career. He was drafted […]

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August 31st, 2008

Rookie Running Back Sleepers - Fantasy Sleepers

This season, a number of rookie running backs have become fantasy football sleepers. If you can get these players on your fantasy team without using a high draft pick, you could be sitting pretty if sleepers pan out.
Kevin Smith, Detroit Lions
All indications point to Kevin Smith starting for the Lions at running back. […]

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August 29th, 2008

NFL Week 1 Preview - Fantasy Football

Washington Redskins at New York Giants
The New York Giants will try to defend their Super Bowl title this season. In their first game, expect the Giants to win a close game against the Redskins.
Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons
2008 promises to be a long season for the Falcons. The Lions should be able to […]

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August 28th, 2008

2008 Fantasy Football Injuries - NFL Preseason Injuries

Peyton Manning, Indianapolis Colts
In the offseason, Peyton Manning underwent a relatively serious surgery on an infection in his knee. While he didn’t play in any of the preseason games, everyone with the Colts expects Manning to be ready once the real games start.
Tom Brady, New England Patriots
Tom Brady has been suffering from an unspecified […]

By Kori Ellis -- 1 comment

August 28th, 2008

Pacman Jones Reinstated - Fantasy Impact

Pacman Jones, who now insists on the name Adam Jones, has been reinstated by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. Jones had been suspended from the NFL for numerous run-ins with the law.
In terms of fantasy football, Jones makes the Dallas Cowboys defense much more dangerous. He’s a big play threat that can intercept a pass and […]

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August 27th, 2008

Sleepers - Top Fantasy Football Sleepers 2008

Fantasy Quarterback Sleeper
Kurt Warner, Arizona Cardinals - Kurt Warner has 27 touchdown passes last season, even though he entered the season as the backup to Matt Leinart. This season, Warner enters the season as the starter and could get 30+ touchdown passes. However, keep Leinart on your team because Warner tends to be […]

By Kori Ellis -- 1 comment

August 26th, 2008

NFL Power Rankings 2008 - NFL Season Preview

1. New England Patriots - The Pats won’t be perfect but expect greatness.
2. Dallas Cowboys - Terrell Owens and Tony Romo will be a dynamic duo.
3. Indianapolis Colts - Indy has been overlooked but should still be good.
4. San Diego Chargers - Injury concerns leave the Chargers vulnerable.
5. Jacksonville Jaguars - Is there a more […]

By Kori Ellis -- 1 comment

August 25th, 2008

Chad Johnson Labrum Injury - Fantasy Impact

Chad Johnson of the Cincinnati Bengals finds his name in the lights once again. This time, the news is bad. According to a report, the Bengals have learned that Johnson has a partially torn labrum.
This type of shoulder injury could require season-ending surgery, however initial reports indicate that Johnson will instead try to […]

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August 24th, 2008

Kurt Warner Named Starter - Fantasy Impact

Kurt Warner beat out Matt Leinart to be named the starting quarterback of the Arizona Cardinals. While Leinart has shown flashes of competence in his NFL career, his uneven play during preseason combined with Warner’s solid play made the decision easy for the Cardinals coaches.
This news is devestating for anyone who expected Leinart to […]

By Kori Ellis -- 1 comment

August 23rd, 2008

Shawne Merriman Injury Update - Fantasy Impact

Shawne Merriman of the San Diego Chargers has announced that he has two torn knee ligaments. Despite the injury, he isn’t ruled out of the season opener.
However, according to Merriman, if he plays he is at a risk of sustaining a career-ending injury. On the other hand, if he undergoes surgery, he will most […]

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